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Massachusetts’ first heat resilience officer is looking to data, mapping technology and emergency communications to help the state better prepare and respond to extreme heat, a growing threat that has historically received less attention in the Northeast. Katie Schlick, who took the role in August, will lead coordination across state and local governments and work with communities to prepare for rising temperatures, protect public health and reduce the impacts of extreme heat.  Gov. Maura Healey announced Schlick’s appointment last month at the state’s Clark University, home to the Human-Environment Regional Observatory Program, which studies how communities experience environmental change and…

The Boston College Eagles 2026 campaign begins this Saturday, September 5, 2026 to where they hit the road to take on the Cincinnati Bearcats at Nippert Stadium. The game is set to begin at 3:30 p.m. EST and will air on FOX.This ACC-Big 12 showdown is an exciting start for the season. While many ‘Power 4′ teams tend to compete against ‘Group of 5′ opponents or lower, this is a great chance for two major conference teams to showcase their talent. As kickoff draws closer, there haven’t been many injury updates. Both teams are largely healthy. Boston College will be…

If there was one subtle, not-as-overt criticism of the Boston Bruins last season, particularly against good teams, it was that they could sometimes settle a little too easily into the trapping style of play at times.It was perhaps most obvious in Game 1 of the first round playoff series against the Sabres when they settled into a protective neutral zone-clogging shell after building a 2-0 lead in the third period, and things went horribly wrong the rest of the way setting an unfortunate tone for the duration of the series. Some of that was likely an involuntary natural reaction by…

Elizabeth Pehota is spinning around in a circle. Behind her is the Gillette Stadium pitch.With her mobile phone, the 32-year-old former cheerleader is capturing content for social media.Just before the end of Scotland’s World Cup opener against Haiti, Pehota, who has worked as a host and reporter for MLS side New England Revolution, runs around the stadium’s concourse filming her latest ‘World Cupdates’ instalment. The concept is simple: Every day during the World Cup, she will run and talk about some of the tournament’s biggest talking points.“What I am trying to do with my series is merge my love for running…

Updated: Sep 2, 2026 , 04:51 PM ET • 4 min read The Massachusetts Gaming Commission’s Bet on Respect initiative allows reports of athlete harassment to be investigated and potentially result in a patron’s exclusion from wagering and casinos. Photo By – Massachusetts Gaming Commission. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC) announced its new Bet on Respect program Wednesday as the sports calendar heads toward a busy fall schedule. Key Takeaways The Massachusetts Gaming Commission begins its Bet on Respect initiative to combat athlete harassment connected to sports wagering. Anyone can report incidents, with offenders potentially barred from sports wagering and…

CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – Boston College Volleyball is back for its second home tournament of the season, as they host the Boston College Invitational from September 3-5 at the Margot Connell Center. They welcome Stonehill, Bucknell, and New Hampshire, with all games streaming on ACCNX.   Inside the Match-Up   Stonehill The Eagles will face Stonehill for the fourth time in program history to open the Boston College Invitational. Boston College owns a perfect 3-0 record in the all-time series, including two victories in 2025 and a 3-0 win in the first meeting on Sept. 17, 2023. The Eagles have…

As always, the Globe is here to guide you through the madness. Class is officially in session!With a new season beginning, let’s get you up to speed with our one-paragraph season previews for each sport. Looking for football? We covered that last week. (And don’t miss Globe.com/Schools next week, where you’ll find a preview of every Eastern Mass. team.).Defending champions: Natick (D1), West Springfield (D2), Norwell (D3), Bromfield (D4), Boston International (D5)Preseason top 20 | Players to watchAs arguably the state’s top forward, UMass-bound senior Cole Boggis looks to nudge Natick toward a repeat after securing the program’s first state…

Getty SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 08: Head coach Mike Vrabel of the New England Patriots reacts during the second quarter of Super Bowl LX against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi’s Stadium on February 08, 2026 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) The New England Patriots added a bunch of firepower to a roster that came within one victory of a championship last season.An NFL analyst sees a potential concern beneath all of that talent.Robert Mays questioned the long-term construction of New England’s roster during The Athletic Football Show’s Patriots preview.“I think this entire thing is…

Bucket list trips: 5 unmissable US college sports events 28th August 2026 Many tourists heading to the US will incorporate a sports game as part of their trip. If you’re in NYC, you might go see a Knicks game at the iconic Madison Square Garden. If it’s Boston, you simply cannot escape the shadow of the ancient (by US standards) Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox. A Lakers game in LA is probably your best opportunity to spot Hollywood stars. Even Las Vegas is now home to several professional sports teams. Yet, some of the best experiences, at…

The 2026 FIFA World Cup reaches the quarterfinal stage this Thursday, but it has already produced a series of records that could stand for years to come. The first World Cup featuring 48 teams has …