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Who Is Maura Healey? Everything You Need to Know About Massachusetts' Governor
1+ hour, 38+ min ago (742+ words) Love her or dislike her, Governor Maura Healey has become one of the most consequential political figures in modern Massachusetts history. Maura Healey is the 73rd governor of Massachusetts. A Democrat, she previously served as Massachusetts Attorney General from 2015 to 2023. In…...
Newsmakers: Anne Brensley's Journey From Honduras To The Massachusetts LG Race
16+ hour, 23+ min ago (153+ words) Anne Brensley says she went from extreme poverty in Honduras to the American dream after being adopted into a New York family. Now the former Wayland selectman and real estate developer is running a write-in campaign for Massachusetts lieutenant governor....
Beverly City Council Eliminates DEI Director Position
16+ hour, 28+ min ago (145+ words) The Beverly City Council voted 5-4 to eliminate the city's diversity, equity and inclusion director position after Mayor Mike Cahill proposed reducing it to a part-time job because of budget problems. You're reading independent Massachusetts journalism. Members fund every story on…...
Massachusetts Ballot Commissioners Donated To Democratic Opponents Of Walsh, Manning Martin Before Removing Them From Ballot
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (137+ words) Massachusetts ballot commissioners donated to Democratic opponents of Michael Walsh and Anne Manning Martin before removing the GOP candidates from the ballot. You're reading independent Massachusetts journalism. Members fund every story on this site, and you can read every word…...
DOJ Sues Massachusetts Over In-State Tuition For Illegal Immigrants
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (130+ words) The DOJ says Massachusetts gives illegal immigrants tuition and aid benefits that some U. S. citizens cannot receive. You're reading independent Massachusetts journalism. Members fund every story on this site, and you can read every word for $5/month or $40/year. This article…...
Newbury Advises Against Flying Flags on Plum Island Before Independence Day, Critics Say
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (135+ words) Newbury says it has not banned American flags on Plum Island, but residents say a town warning discouraged patriotic displays before Independence Day. You're reading independent Massachusetts journalism. Members fund every story on this site, and you can read every…...
Worcester Red Sox Infielder Mikey Romero Talks Salsa Dancing, Spanish, And Big League Dream
2+ day, 23+ hour ago (138+ words) Meta: Worcester Red Sox infielder Mikey Romero spoke with New Boston Post about learning to salsa dance, speaking Spanish with teammates, and trying to reach the Red Sox. You're reading independent Massachusetts journalism. Members fund every story on this site,…...
Massachusetts Should Criminalize AI-Generated Child Pornography Like 45 Other States Have
3+ day, 2+ min ago (119+ words) Massachusetts is one of only five states that has not explicitly criminalized AI-generated child sexual abuse material, the author argues. You're reading independent Massachusetts journalism. Members fund every story on this site, and you can read every word for $5/month…...
Massachusetts Ballot Commission Boots Two GOP Statewide Candidates From Primary Ballot Over Alleged Signature Fraud
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (109+ words) The Massachusetts State Ballot Law Commission ruled that two Republican statewide candidates cannot appear on the September primary ballot after finding they lacked enough valid nomination signatures. You're reading independent Massachusetts journalism. Members fund every story on this site, and…...
Massachusetts Should Join The Other 49 States And Legalize Consumer Fireworks
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (137+ words) Massachusetts is the only state that bans all consumer fireworks. It's time for Beacon Hill to legalize them and keep the business in the Commonwealth. You're reading independent Massachusetts journalism. Members fund every story on this site, and you can…...