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Antidivestment councillors miss the point

When I saw the topic of divestment from companies tied to Israeli actions in Gaza cross my desk, I was sure we’d had the debate before, at the same time last year. Turns out, we did, in Somerville. Let’s look at an essay by Cambridge city councillors Patty Nolan and E. Denise E. Simmons (“Cambridge and its residents need one standard for human rights,” Oct. 27) about orders seeking divestment and a boycott.

Cambridge, MA · 1d
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Mandell: Landmark status for 1314 Washington Street

I write in strong support of landmark status for the old West Newton Savings Bank building at 1314 Washington Street. As the Newton Historical Commission (NHC) prepares to vote on November 19th, I urge commissioners to recognize the building’s irreplaceable value to our community. Constructed in 1915, the structure...

Newton, MA · 21h

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Tewksbury voters help Massachusetts remain blue

TEWKSBURY — On a night when Democrats ran the table across the country, Tewksbury and Massachusetts voters also went “Wicked Blue,” to quote Governor Maura Healey’s victory rally slogan. Voters reaffirmed support for Democratic incumbents up and down the ballot statewide, and nationally, Democrats took control of both the Senate and House of Representatives.

Tewksbury, MA · 2d
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Newton Farm Commission Could Be Abolished Despite Community Farm Success

Newton’s Farm Commission discussed the continued success of the Newton Community Farm on Thursday in what may be one of its last meetings, as the city plans to abolish the commission. The commission was established in 2005 in order to preserve Angino Farm, the last farm in Newton, as...

Newton, MA · 1d
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Democrats flexed their muscle across New England. Here’s the new map | Bay State Briefing

Good Monday morning, everyone. You already know that it was a big Election Day for Democrats nationwide, as a historic Blue Wave catapulted them to substantial majorities on Capitol Hill. But it was also a big night for Democrats in state capitols and governors' offices across the nation. And there's...

Massachusetts · 12h

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PRESS RELEASE: Rep.-Elect Dan Koh Preparing To Serve 6th Congressional District, Includes Wilmington & 38 Other Cities & Towns

PEABODY, MA — Dan Koh won the general election for the Massachusetts’ 6th Congressional District this past Tuesday. Addressing supporters at his election night celebration, Koh thanked the volunteers, community leaders, and labor organizations who powered his campaign over the past year, including the Massachusetts AFL-CIO, President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and more than 130 local elected officials, labor unions, and community leaders who endorsed his campaign.

Wilmington, MA · 2d

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Norfolk County real estate sales fall 12% amid higher borrowing costs in October 2026

Norfolk County real estate activity in October reflected many of the same challenges affecting real estate markets across the country, as higher borrowing costs continued to influence purchasing decisions and transaction activity. According to Norfolk County Registry of Deeds recording statistics, a total of 1,474 deeds were recorded in October...

Norfolk County, MA · 1d

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Voters approve housing bond measures but reject easing lot-size and environmental rules

Voters in California, Hawaii and Rhode Island gave the go-ahead last week for bond measures aimed at boosting the housing supply and homeownership. But a California measure to cut back on the state's decades-old environmental law to spur housing development and a Massachusetts proposal to loosen minimum lot-size rules both failed.

California · 3h

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Wilmington votes against same-day voter registration

WILMINGTON — Massachusetts has just become the 22nd state to allow its residents to register to vote at their polling location on the same day as the general election. Over a million people cast their ballot in support of Question 4, or roughly 57% of voters as of the time of this article’s writing.

Wilmington, MA · 2d

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Many People Drive Past George’s Coney Island in Worcester Without Knowing It’s Massachusetts History

A neon sign shaped like a hand holding a hot dog has been glowing over one city street in Massachusetts for generations. The counter beneath it has served hot dogs with chili sauce since 1918. That’s more than a century of one simple idea done well. The wooden booths inside...

Worcester, MA · 6d

Dino World

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11 Things Archaeologists Dug Up Under Boston During the Big Dig

Stick with us to the end: one forgotten item from the tunnels reveals exactly how early Bostonians lived day to day.

Boston, MA · 4d

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Old South Shifts Focus to Elementary School

On Wednesday November 4th, the Braintree Town Council held a meeting at the Highlands on Peach Street Auditorium to discuss the future of the building formerly known as South Middle School. Superintendent Timothy MacDonald provided some background on the situation. ““The School Committee decided that since the Old South Middle...

Braintree, MA · 3d

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‘Breaking point': Elected official calls for removal of Bridgewater town manager

A town councilor in Bridgewater, Massachusetts, is calling for the removal of the town manager in the wake of an NBC10 Boston investigation, which raised questions about the public official’s use of paid time off and attendance at his Town Hall office. After the NBC10 Boston report published on...

Bridgewater, MA · 3d

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Two golden retrievers ‘assist' Hingham firefighters during medical call

Two golden retrievers tried to lend a paw to firefighters responding to a medical emergency in Hingham, Massachusetts, on Thursday, according to the firefighters union. The dogs walked up to the crew “to assist with medical care,” a post from Hingham Firefighters Local 2398 said. The dogs had...

Hingham, MA · 1d

FUN 107

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Is Where You Live Considered One Of Massachusetts' Best "Pizza" Cities?

The results revealed which towns across the country had the best pizza!

Massachusetts · 6d

Total Apex Entertainment

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Lindsay Clancy Retrial: The Ruling That Could Still Stop It

Lindsay Clancy appeared in Massachusetts court Nov. 2 as a judge weighs post-trial motions tied to a possible retrial in her triple murder case.

Duxbury, MA · 3d

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Developer proposes turning three attached South End buildings into housing

A proponent is proposing the redevelopment of three attached, underutilized commercial buildings on Wareham Street in the South End into a single six-story, approximately 38-unit, multi-family residential building. Stack+Co, a Boston-based integrated architectural and development firm, filed a Small Project Review Application (SPRA) with the city’s Planning Department on Oct....

Boston, MA · 3d

The Cool Down

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Massachusetts woman left college owing $10,000 — years after it closed, it sued her for $28,000

Debt buyers can seek profits through fees, wage garnishments, and liens.

Boston, MA · 4d

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The Mill Wharf to Temporarily Close for Major Renovations and Brand Refresh in Scituate

A longstanding waterfront favorite in Scituate is preparing for a major makeover. The Mill Wharf will temporarily close its doors at 23 Mill Wharf Plaza on November 14, 2026, for what the restaurant describes as “essential building improvements.” The team expects to welcome guests back in spring/summer 2027, pending construction timelines. In addition to a complete interior design renovation, the project will also include a brand refresh and a menu overhaul.

Scituate, MA · 3d