A festering landfill blanketed by swarming seagulls that was so massive it took more than a million tons of soil to cover up ...

The tides are scientifically known as perigean spring tides and are caused by a combination of the moon’s orbit and phases.

Last week, I put together a guide to the best swimming spots near Tufts for this summer. This week, I’m sharing some other fun water-related activities in the Boston Harbor and Charles River.

Visitors to Boston's Harbor Islands can expect to see fewer park rangers and reduced welcome center hours this summer, according to Boston Harbor nonprofit leaders. The expected reduction in service ...