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NBA approves sale of Boston Celtics to Bill Chisholm for record $6.1 billion

NBA approves sale of Boston Celtics to Bill Chisholm for record .1 billion

BOSTON (AP) — The NBA on Wednesday unanimously approved the sale of the Boston Celtics to a group led by private equity mogul Bill Chisholm, a deal that values the franchise at more than $6.1 billion — the largest ever for an American professional sports team. The league said the transaction is expected to close shortly. When it does, Chisholm …

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‘Peak time’: Risk for West Nile virus now high in 10 Mass. communities. Here’s the list – Boston 25 News

‘Peak time’: Risk for West Nile virus now high in 10 Mass. communities. Here’s the list – Boston 25 News

‘Peak time’: Risk for West Nile virus now high in 10 Mass. communities. Here’s the list  Boston 25 News Days after West Nile virus was detected in Framingham, spraying is set for Aug. 12  MetroWest Daily News Our View of the Times – August 6  The Somerville Times Nearby in Natick: T station reopens, rededicated; West Nile Virus found in mosquitoes  The Swellesley Report …

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Why Boston Red Sox’ Walker Buehler gave emphatic ‘of course’ after win

Why Boston Red Sox’ Walker Buehler gave emphatic ‘of course’ after win

SAN DIEGO — Though starter Walker Buehler no longer pitches for the Dodgers, he still finds it satisfying to beat one of Los Angeles’ top rivals, the Padres. “Of course,” Buehler said, emphatically. Buehler tossed 6 scoreless innings to lead the Red Sox to a 10-2 victory at Petco Park on Friday. This win adds to Buehler’s impressive resume against …

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Train Lovers Rejoice! “A new era of high-speed rail to begin between Boston and Washington, DC – Amtrak NextGen Acela Debuts on August 28”

Train Lovers Rejoice! “A new era of high-speed rail to begin between Boston and Washington, DC – Amtrak NextGen Acela Debuts on August 28”

It’s actually happening!! From Amtrak: “All aboard the future of East Coast travel! Starting Thursday, Aug. 28, customers can travel on Amtrak’s NextGen Acela – America’s high-speed train – connecting the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D.C., New York City, and Boston. 🛤️ This historic launch introduces: More trains: 28 brand-new trains entering service through 2027More seats: 27% more seats per …

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Boston Celtics sign head coach Joe Mazzulla to multi-year contract extension

Boston Celtics sign head coach Joe Mazzulla to multi-year contract extension

The Boston Celtics announced Friday that they have signed head coach Joe Mazzulla to a multi-year contract extension. The team didn’t disclose the terms of the deal, however. “We are very excited that Joe has agreed to extend with the Celtics,” said Brad Stevens, the Celtics’ president of basketball operations. “He understands the job and has a passion for the …

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What Georges Niang trade, Chris Boucher signing means for Boston Celtics

What Georges Niang trade, Chris Boucher signing means for Boston Celtics

While the Celtics have already had a busy offseason, the front office continued tweaking the roster Tuesday while shedding salary in the process. The first move was trading Georges Niang and two second-round picks to the Jazz, acquiring undrafted wing RJ Luis in return. Then the C’s signed Chris Boucher to a one-year contract. Immediately — as has been the …

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FDA flags problems with two Boston Scientific heart devices

FDA flags problems with two Boston Scientific heart devices

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health regulators are warning doctors and patients about safety issues with two separate Boston Scientific heart devices recently linked to injuries and deaths. The Food and Drug Administration issued two alerts Wednesday about electrical problems tied to the company’s heart-zapping defibrillator systems and a separate issue with a heart implant used to reduce stroke risk. The …

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Boston Celtics trade for former UMass wing RJ Luis

Boston Celtics trade for former UMass wing RJ Luis

The Celtics got some major housekeeping done Tuesday when it comes to their roster. They first traded Georges Niang and a pair of second-round draft picks to the Jazz. Then they signed free agent and former Raptors forward Chris Boucher to a one-year contract. Among those deals, the C’s also acquired former UMass and St. John’s forward RJ Luis as …

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