October 6, 2026

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Matthew Farwell goes on trial Tuesday in Sandra Birchmore’s death. What you need to know

Jurors will weigh thousands of messages, forensic evidence and competing explanations for how Sandra Birchmore died.

By Charlie McKenna | cmckenna@masslive.com

Western Massachusetts

From zombies to DJs, Western Mass. haunted house to open offseason nightclub

DementedFX in Holyoke is open just 15 days a year — but its owners have a bold plan to fill the building long after Halloween is over.

By Heather Morrison | hmorrison@masslive.com

Could this automated mini-market bring healthier food to urban neighborhoods?

Entrepreneur Chris Mutty plans to raise money this month for an interesting concept: an automated mini market that could be placed on very little real estate — potentially even parking lots. The goal? Supplying fresh food to neighborhoods that don't have it.

By Scott Kirsner | SKirsner@masslive.com

Big E fairgoers have left behind 800+ lost items by the end of 2026 fair (photos)

Fairgoers claimed 380 lost things over the course of The Big E's 17-day run. Check out a gallery of things still waiting to go home.

By Sebastian Restrepo | SRestrepo@masslive.com

Celtics Charleston Notebook: Wings rotation, avoiding flops, loving trucks

The Celtics have a wealth of depth at the wing spot with multiple contributors improving their game over the years.

By Souichi Terada | sterada@masslive.com

Bruins struggle with early mistakes, fall to Senators

The Senators have won four of the last five against the Bruins.

By Rich Thompson

Jaylen Brown erupts in Sixers preseason debut

Jaylen Brown played in his first game with the Sixers, even though it was technically in the preseason.

By Souichi Terada | sterada@masslive.com