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1 day ago
Boston real estate

New England State Frees Up 450 Acres of Land To Build New Affordable Housing for Residents: 'We Are Already Getting Shovels in the Ground'

Boston real estate
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1 day ago

New England State Frees Up 450 Acres of Land To Build New Affordable Housing for Residents: 'We Are Already Getting Shovels in the Ground'

Massachusetts is allocating 450 acres of state land for the construction of 3,500 affordable housing units.
#ice
Boston food
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Tell us: How are ICE arrests impacting you and your community?

The detainment of Marcelo Gomes Da Silva highlights the increasing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement in Massachusetts.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago
NYC parents

'Treated like an animal': Chelsea family sues ICE for taking father in front of children

Boston food
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5 days ago

Tell us: How are ICE arrests impacting you and your community?

The detainment of Marcelo Gomes Da Silva highlights the increasing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement in Massachusetts.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago
NYC parents

'Treated like an animal': Chelsea family sues ICE for taking father in front of children

fromTelecompetitor
3 days ago

GoNetspeed to Expand Fiber Network to Barnstable, Massachusetts

"Fiber internet has proven to be the fastest, most reliable technology available, and we believe that Barnstable and countless communities throughout the Commonwealth deserve access to ultrafast speeds and a choice when it comes to their internet service provider."
Boston real estate
#homelessness
Boston food
fromwww.boston.com
3 days ago

N.H. man gets up to 34 years for sexually assaulting unhoused women at Mass. and Cass

A man was sentenced to 28 to 34 years for sexually assaulting three homeless women, demonstrating the urgent issues surrounding homelessness and crime.
Boston food
fromwww.boston.com
3 days ago

N.H. man gets up to 34 years for sexually assaulting unhoused women at Mass. and Cass

A man was sentenced to 28 to 34 years for sexually assaulting three homeless women, demonstrating the urgent issues surrounding homelessness and crime.
#economy
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

BU professor finds extensive effects of Trump-era policies in Massachusetts

Targeted policies by the Trump administration threaten Massachusetts' economy, causing significant harm to key industries and employers.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

This New England state has the best economy in the country, according to WalletHub

Massachusetts ranks as the healthiest state economy due to its investment in high-tech industries and academic research.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

BU professor finds extensive effects of Trump-era policies in Massachusetts

Targeted policies by the Trump administration threaten Massachusetts' economy, causing significant harm to key industries and employers.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

This New England state has the best economy in the country, according to WalletHub

Massachusetts ranks as the healthiest state economy due to its investment in high-tech industries and academic research.
#attorney-general
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston food

AG fines more than 88 Dunkin', McDonald's, Subway franchises for breaking child labor laws

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1 month ago
Boston food

AG fines more than 88 Dunkin', McDonald's, Subway franchises for breaking child labor laws

#polling
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Housing remains the top issue for Mass. - and voters are willing to change their neighborhoods to get it, poll says

Housing affordability and availability are the top concerns for Massachusetts voters, with strong support for increased housing development.
Boston real estate
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1 week ago

Housing remains the top issue for Mass. - and voters are willing to change their neighborhoods to get it, poll says

Housing affordability and availability are the top concerns for Massachusetts voters, with strong support for increased housing development.
#legislation
fromBoston.com
5 days ago
Healthcare

Here's how many could lose healthcare in Mass. due to 'big, beautiful bill,' per Healey

Boston food
fromTelecompetitor
4 weeks ago

GoNetspeed Tells Us How Pole Attachment Changes Could Streamline $250M Fiber Investment

GoNetspeed aims for faster fiber deployment in Massachusetts via proposed legislation for pole attachment rule changes.
SF politics
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Committee forms to protect Mass. gun laws from upcoming ballot question

Advocates campaign to uphold Massachusetts' 2024 gun regulation law in response to repeal efforts, emphasizing the importance of updates in gun legislation.
Healthcare
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Here's how many could lose healthcare in Mass. due to 'big, beautiful bill,' per Healey

The proposed U.S. House bill may severely impact Massachusetts healthcare, risking $1.75 billion in funding and coverage for over 250,000 residents.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

New survey names the richest small town in Massachusetts. Here's what to know about it.

GoBankingRates' recent study highlights that Boxford, MA, is the richest small town in the state, showcasing a median income of $232,326.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Bar advocates stop working indigent cases until they see better pay

"It was a very hard decision, but it's one of those situations where you're doing something that might be painful in the short term, but in the long term, it will have a much broader impact on the greater good for everybody else."
Social justice
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Dave Portnoy is back with another Massachusetts pizza review

"Mike & Lenny's Bar Pie: Good guys, support 'em, bring the dog, good bar pie," said Portnoy.
Boston food
#immigration
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fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Sanctuary state Massachusetts releases illegal migrants accused of raping kids - as Homan announces major sweep

Massachusetts has released several illegal immigrants accused of serious crimes, drawing criticism and federal immigration action.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Boston real estate

Massachusetts sees population growth in 2024, bucking recent worries of decline

Boston food
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Sanctuary state Massachusetts releases illegal migrants accused of raping kids - as Homan announces major sweep

Massachusetts has released several illegal immigrants accused of serious crimes, drawing criticism and federal immigration action.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
Boston real estate

Massachusetts sees population growth in 2024, bucking recent worries of decline

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1 week ago

'Just stay away': Drivers can expect 'major' delays from Mass. Pike construction over the weekend

Officials are warning drivers about "MAJOR travel impacts" on the Mass. Pike due to a bridge replacement project, limiting traffic to one lane in both directions.
Boston food
#millionaires-tax
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
Boston real estate

Proceeds from 'millionaires tax' are through the roof, according to state projections

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1 month ago
Boston real estate

Report: Number of millionaires in Mass. has actually gone up since new tax took effect

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1 month ago
Boston real estate

Mass Opportunity Alliance claims report showing an increase in millionaire population is faulty

Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Proceeds from 'millionaires tax' are through the roof, according to state projections

Massachusetts is on track for a billion-dollar surplus due to the successful 'millionaires tax' generating unexpected revenue.
Boston real estate
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1 month ago

Report: Number of millionaires in Mass. has actually gone up since new tax took effect

Massachusetts' 'millionaires tax' bus increased wealth and high earners since its introduction.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston real estate

Mass Opportunity Alliance claims report showing an increase in millionaire population is faulty

fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

These 4 Massachusetts cities are among the best places to live in the U.S.

The U.S. News & World Report scores cities based on education, healthcare, environment, and infrastructure, with a notable focus on what prospective residents value.
Boston food
#education
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2 weeks ago
Boston real estate

State education board approves admission lottery for vocational schools, temporary graduation requirements

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2 weeks ago
Boston real estate

State education board approves admission lottery for vocational schools, temporary graduation requirements

#public-safety
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago
SF LGBT

Woman who says she was accused of being a man in Boston hotel bathroom files complaint with AG's office

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1 month ago
Boston food

Assailant storms Mass. courthouse in gas mask, tactical gear and pepper sprays, assaults several victims: video

fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago
SF LGBT

Woman who says she was accused of being a man in Boston hotel bathroom files complaint with AG's office

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Boston food

Assailant storms Mass. courthouse in gas mask, tactical gear and pepper sprays, assaults several victims: video

fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Here is when and where Memorial Day traffic will be the worst

AAA reports that this Memorial Day weekend will see a record 45.1 million travelers, surpassing the previous record of 44 million set in 2005.
Boston food
#affordable-housing
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Tell us: Is it time to overhaul Chapter 40B in the quest for affordable housing?

Congressman Auchincloss proposed reforms to Chapter 40B to increase housing supply and affordability in Massachusetts.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Tell us: Is it time to overhaul Chapter 40B in the quest for affordable housing?

Congressman Auchincloss proposed reforms to Chapter 40B to increase housing supply and affordability in Massachusetts.
#governor-healey
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Healey administration calls for hiring freeze amid federal funding concerns

Massachusetts to freeze hiring in the executive branch to manage finances amid federal funding concerns.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Healey relied on 'unlawful' no-bid contracts to manage shelter crisis, state auditor says

Boston real estate
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3 weeks ago

Healey administration calls for hiring freeze amid federal funding concerns

Massachusetts to freeze hiring in the executive branch to manage finances amid federal funding concerns.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Healey relied on 'unlawful' no-bid contracts to manage shelter crisis, state auditor says

Boston food
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Why Chocolate Chip Was Chosen As Massachusetts' Official Cookie - Tasting Table

Chocolate chip cookies originate from Massachusetts and were made famous by Ruth Graves Wakefield at the Toll House Inn.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

As cicadas emerge in Mass., experts say to protect them

"When you're dealing with any species at the edge of the range, they're always on the verge of just blinking out of existence. That's the big concern that we have with this population on Cape Cod and the one on Long Island."
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

What celebrities told Massachusetts graduates in 2025

"I love this notion of becoming a doctor of music because it makes me think about medicine. Art as medicine... Whatever you do, keep telling your truth to the world." - Sara Bareilles
Boston food
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Gov. Healey unveils $10 billion energy relief plan for Massachusetts

Massachusetts is introducing legislation aimed at reducing energy costs by an estimated $10 billion over the next decade.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Mass. police chief on leave after arrest in domestic incident

Lincoln Town Administrator Timothy Higgins stated, 'The Town takes any such allegations very seriously and, consistent with Town Policy, has placed the Chief on administrative leave.'
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Mass. is seeking submissions for a new state seal, again

We all know that we have a really unique and important opportunity before us. The symbols we choose will not only represent history, but also our values and aspirations as a Commonwealth.
Boston food
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Mass. had fifth most antisemitic incidents in the country last year, says ADL

Antisemitic incidents in Massachusetts numbered 438 in 2024, illustrating a significant uptick over the past decade and ongoing challenges for the Jewish community.
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago

Watch out! The piping plovers are back

Piping plovers are settling into their nesting season in Massachusetts, prompting wildlife officials to block off sections of beaches to protect these threatened coastal birds.
Boston food
#politics
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston real estate

House Speaker slammed for 'stealth amendment' funding $25 million parking garage in his hometown

fromBoston.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

Cape Cod state rep. accused of stealing from former employer to fund campaign expenses, psychic services

fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston real estate

House Speaker slammed for 'stealth amendment' funding $25 million parking garage in his hometown

fromBoston.com
1 month ago
NYC politics

Cape Cod state rep. accused of stealing from former employer to fund campaign expenses, psychic services

fromBoston.com
1 month ago

State trooper takes plea deal in $1K Target shoplifting charges

The Massachusetts State Police does not tolerate theft or dishonesty, and we hold our members accountable to the highest professional standards.
Boston food
#prostitution
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Paying for sex through independent prostitution ads is not sex trafficking, state's highest court rules

Responding to online prostitution ads is not human trafficking according to the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Boston real estate

Woman accused of running high-end brothels in Cambridge and Watertown, gets 4 years in prison

Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Paying for sex through independent prostitution ads is not sex trafficking, state's highest court rules

Responding to online prostitution ads is not human trafficking according to the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Boston real estate

Woman accused of running high-end brothels in Cambridge and Watertown, gets 4 years in prison

Boston food
frommasslive
1 month ago

All-day neighborhood cafe based in NYC to open first Mass. location

Daily Provisions, a New York cafe chain, is opening its first Massachusetts location in Cambridge this summer.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Wickedpedia: Who are those people on the RMV's sample REAL IDs?

The Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles utilized custom assets from TSA and actors for its REAL ID campaign to promote awareness of new ID requirements.
Boston real estate
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

State's Latino population source of $30B in Mass. economic growth

Massachusetts' Hispanic and Latino residents significantly contribute to the economy, with potential for greater impact through investment.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

More Bertucci's locations in Mass. close after chain files for bankruptcy again

Bertucci's restaurant chain is closing more locations in Massachusetts due to a recent bankruptcy filing.
#community
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Online Community Development

Medford is the latest place to see a news outlet rise from the ashes. But it's far from the only one.

fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Online Community Development

Medford is the latest place to see a news outlet rise from the ashes. But it's far from the only one.

#wildlife
#tragedy
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Boston

Boyfriends of Massachusetts teens killed in Spring Break car crash post touching tributes: 'Earth lost a lot of light today'

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Boston

Boyfriends of Massachusetts teens killed in Spring Break car crash post touching tributes: 'Earth lost a lot of light today'

fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Mass. SNAP benefits will temporarily go offline this weekend: Here's what to know

Massachusetts residents relying on EBT for their SNAP benefits will face disruptions from 11 p.m. Saturday to mid-day Sunday due to system maintenance.
Boston food
#police-investigation
Boston
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

New England serial killer fears heighten after eighth idyllic town rocked by gruesome discovery

Authorities are investigating a woman's death found off a bike path in Springfield, amid rumors of a potential serial killer in New England.
Boston
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

New England serial killer fears heighten after eighth idyllic town rocked by gruesome discovery

Authorities are investigating a woman's death found off a bike path in Springfield, amid rumors of a potential serial killer in New England.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

AG: Company agrees to $3.1m settlement over Logan Airport wage theft allegations

"When employers violate our laws, including through wage theft and untimely payments, workers are unfairly harmed, exploited, and financially deprived," Attorney General Andrea Campbell said in a statement.
Boston food
#chicago-white-sox
Chicago White Sox
fromYahoo Sports
1 month ago

Four White Sox pitchers - all from Massachusetts - made their Fenway mound debuts within 24 hours

Four young pitchers from Massachusetts made their major league debuts together at Fenway Park, marking a unique milestone for the White Sox.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston Red Sox

4 White Sox pitchers - all from Massachusetts - made their Fenway mound debuts within 24 hours

Chicago White Sox
fromYahoo Sports
1 month ago

Four White Sox pitchers - all from Massachusetts - made their Fenway mound debuts within 24 hours

Four young pitchers from Massachusetts made their major league debuts together at Fenway Park, marking a unique milestone for the White Sox.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston Red Sox

4 White Sox pitchers - all from Massachusetts - made their Fenway mound debuts within 24 hours

Tech industry
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

These States Are Driving 21st Century Technology Faster Than the Rest

California and Massachusetts remain key players in technological innovation, with a focus on AI and biotech respectively.
#criminal-charges
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Trump admin terminates $90 million in disaster prevention aid for Mass.

Gov. Maura Healey criticized the Trump administration for cutting $90 million in disaster prevention funding, which jeopardizes safety in Massachusetts communities.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Police: Man charged with vandalizing Tesla Cybertruck parked at Hingham charging station

Brendan Mullen, 20, was arraigned Wednesday on a charge of malicious damage to a motor vehicle in Hingham District Court, where he pleaded not guilty.
Boston
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Sixth brain tumor case found among staff on the same floor at a Massachusetts hospital

"After we became aware of reported brain tumors in individuals who currently or previously had worked in the same area of the hospital, we conducted an extensive investigation..."
Mental health
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

'Your job is to represent us': Mass. democratic committees urge party to act against Trump

"The 'strategy' of letting the GOP destroy our society and then hoping for the best in the 2026 midterms is not only immoral, it is bad politics."
NYC politics
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Thousands march to City Hall to protest Trump administration, Musk in "Hands Off!" rally

Thousands of protesters from across New England gathered in Boston for the "Hands Off!" rally, part of a nationwide action opposing Trump and Musk.
Boston food
SF politics
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Rep. Moulton calls out 'chainsawing of our government' in DOGE cuts

Federal budget cuts are significantly impacting low-income families in Massachusetts, threatening essential services like heating assistance and Medicaid.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Federal cuts are targeting Section 8 housing funds. This is what it will mean for renters.

Massachusetts housing office cuts benefits to preserve Section 8 vouchers amid rising costs and insufficient federal funding.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

These are the top Mass. residents on Forbes' latest billionaires list

Over 3,000 billionaires are ranked this year, with a total worth of $16 trillion, underlining increasing wealth inequality.
#taxation
fromKqed
2 months ago

A Guide to the Karen Read Case as She Returns to Court

The case against Karen Read continues to unravel amidst controversies, from claims of witness intimidation to accusations of evidence tampering, polarizing opinions on her guilt.
Boston food
Boston Celtics
fromCardplayer
2 months ago

Massachusetts Regulators Investigate Robinhood Over Illegal Sports Betting Concerns

Robinhood's prediction-market product is under investigation for potentially crossing into illegal gambling territory.
Massachusetts regulators are concerned about sports betting links to investing.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Care About Food Waste? In Massachusetts, You Can Be a Compost Consultant.

"In Massachusetts, a new state regulation aims to tackle food waste by requiring businesses to divert food from dumpsters, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions."
NYC food
fromTelecompetitor
2 months ago

Ripple Fiber Invests Over $140M to Expand Fiber in Massachusetts

"Our entrance into Massachusetts represents a significant achievement in expanding our national footprint, with our upcoming build establishing our presence in the Northeast region," said Greg Wilson, Founder and CEO of Ripple Fiber.
Boston real estate
Boston Red Sox
fromOver the Monster
2 months ago

A conversation about Eephus (2025), a baseball movie that loves baseball

Eephus captures the nostalgia of childhood baseball in New England with a focus on local roots and a poignant sense of community.
#restaurants
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Five things to know about Georgetown, hometown of new Celtics owner William Chisholm

Georgetown, Massachusetts, actually isn't as far from Boston as many might think, being only 31 miles away with easy access via major highways.
Boston Celtics
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Under new regulations, Gov. Healey capped shelter limit at 5,800 families. Do you agree?

"These changes will empower our team to keep families, staff and communities safe by enhancing our criminal background check process and disqualifying anyone who has been convicted of a serious crime."
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