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Worcester City Council Reviews Draft Ordinance Banning Flank Straps, Electric Prods at Rodeos on City Property

Worcester City Council will consider a draft ordinance restricting certain rodeo equipment and practices on municipal property, including at the DCU Center. According to a This Week in Worcester report, the ordinance, drafted by City Solicitor Alexandra H. Kalkounis at the City Council's request, would prohibit practices or devices likely to cause animals injury, torment, distress, or suffering, including flank straps and handheld shocking devices.

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Democrat-Led Massachusetts 50% More Expensive to Live in than U.S. Average

With Democrat Gov. Maura Healey heading into her second term in Massachusetts, the Bay State has become one of the most expensive states in the country to live in, and it is now 50 percent more expensive than the national average. Annual per-capita income has dropped as the governor and...

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Massachusetts taps high-earner tax for $31.2 million to help families on childcare waitlist

Families with the longest waits will receive priority as the department distributes aid in phases.

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Kelleher & Sadowsky Associates arranges $17.5m refinance - provided by Rockland Trust

Auburn, MA According to Kelleher & Sadowsky Associates, Inc., its Capital Markets team has arranged a $17.5 million refinance for Rabina at 28 Millbury St. Rockland Trust provided the financing, with Kelleher & Sadowsky’s John Merrill and Chris Naff representing Rabina in the transaction. 28 Millbury St. is a...

Auburn, MA · 18h
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From Soaked to Snowed: Worcester’s Raw Thursday Sets Up Chilly Friday Flip

Central Massachusetts City Hall Plaza — Weather Coverage Landmark. Worcester’s Thursday afternoon forecast now calls for rain likely, with temperatures holding in the upper 40s and northeast winds gusting up to 30 mph. The National Weather Service’s latest forecast for Worcester keeps rain in the picture through the evening.

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‘Good fences make good neighbors’ — in Massachusetts, Fence Viewers help too

A new fence can make or break a neighborly relationship. Of any official municipal post, perhaps the Fence Viewer is among Massachusetts’ most charmingly named. The Fence Viewer, an appointment required in all state localities by Massachusetts General Law, must, among other duties, impound stray cows. According to University...

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Parents press for less screen time in Worcester classrooms

WORCESTER—Parents concerned about the growing role of technology in elementary classrooms are pressing Worcester school officials to reconsider how young students use digital devices, with the issue scheduled for discussion at Thursday’s school committee meeting. The debate follows a Nov. 4 community forum at the Worcester Public Library,...

Worcester, MA · 1d

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Worcester State, UMass Dartmouth to Launch Paid Student Co-ops With Massachusetts Grants

WORCESTER, Mass. — Worcester State University and the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth will develop new paid cooperative education programs aimed at connecting students with employers in health care, biotechnology, early childhood education and other fields under a $60,000 state grant initiative announced Friday. Gov. Maura Healey’s administration announced the...

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Volleyball earns 1st Patriot League win with Army sweep

After coming up short in its first 14 Patriot League matches this season, the volleyball team broke through on Sunday, sweeping Army West Point in straight sets for its first conference victory of the season. Before Sunday’s win, the Leopards (1-14 Patriot League, 7-18 overall) fell to Holy Cross in...

Worcester, MA · 18h

The Cool Down

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Massachusetts retiree faces nearly triple insurance costs as his Medicare Advantage plan ends

"There's some anxiety about that."

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Boston

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What to know about Healey’s emergency preamble enacting expanded abortion rights

Gov. Maura Healey enacted an emergency preamble amid a signature campaign threatening to suspend the new law. Gov. Maura Healey used her executive powers last week to immediately place the state’s new abortion law into effect as anti-abortion advocacy groups threatened to block the expanded rights. The law removed...

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700 UMass Chan Workers Plan Worcester Rally After Contract Talks Stall

About 700 postdoctoral researchers and graduate workers at UMass Chan Medical School plan to rally on campus Friday afternoon, saying contract negotiations with school management have hit an impasse. The workers are pushing for higher wages and benefits, along with a set of workplace protections they say remain unresolved after months of bargaining.

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Hoyas Lose Heartbreaker to Holy Cross on Senior Night

The Georgetown University football team blew its first-half lead to the Holy Cross Crusaders on Nov. 7, losing 27-24. Despite an initial lead, the Hoyas (3-5, 3-3 Patriot League) failed to score in the second half. That allowed the Crusaders (5-5, 5-2 Patriot League) to claw back and, after a last-second trick play, take the win.

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Patriot Ledger

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Mass Lottery Powerball, Numbers Midday winning numbers for Nov. 11, 2026

The Massachusetts Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here's a look at Nov. 11, 2026, results for each game: Winning Powerball numbers from Nov. 11 drawing 08-42-45-51-57, Powerball: 17, Power Play: 3 Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here. Winning The Numbers Game numbers from Nov. 11 drawing Midday: 3-1-4-1 Evening: 8-4-7-0 Check The Numbers Game payouts and previous drawings here. Winning MassCash Evening numbers from Nov. 11 drawing Evening: 06-12-16-19-21 Winning Megabucks numbers from Nov. 11 drawing 02-14-23-25-39-42 Check Megabucks payouts and previous drawings here. Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from Nov. 11 drawing 06-17-28-41-47, Bonus: 01 Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here. Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results When are the Massachusetts Lottery drawings held? Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays Mega Millions: 11 p.m. ET on Tuesdays and Fridays Lucky For Life: 10:38 p.m. ET daily The Numbers Game: 2 p.m. ET and 9 p.m. ET daily MassCash: 9 p.m. ET daily Megabucks: 9 p.m. ET on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. ET daily This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and

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Country Herald

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Massachusetts Weather Today: Snow, Rain Before Weekend Clearing Nov 14-15

Southern New England faces chilly nights near 28 degrees before a brighter start to next week.

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Massachusetts Students Miss Weeks of School for Travel Sports Tournaments

Wellesley High School — Reported Site of Soccer Player Absences. A Massachusetts student, Soley Rodriguez Martinez, traveled to a tournament. Massachusetts school staff say sports travel is contributing to student absences. School staff around the state have told reporters that sports-related travel is contributing to student absences, according to...

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Worcester Telegram & Gazette

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Is Planet Fitness open in MA on Thanksgiving 2026? See hours

Gym buffs hoping to squeeze in a workout on Thanksgiving this year may find some Planet Fitness locations closed for the holiday. The membership-based gym chain, founded in New Hampshire in 1992, operates more than 2,900 fitness centers across all 50 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico and Australia. Massachusetts has 92 locations , including eight in Boston, three in Worcester, two in Springfield and one in Quincy, according to Planet Fitness' online gym locator. This year, Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, Nov. 26. Although many Planet Fitness locations are typically open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, some may have limited operating hours that day. Still, many members plan to make time for a workout during Thanksgiving week, according to a Planet Fitness spokesperson. The company surveyed more than 40,000 gym members, and found that 89% plan to work out the week of Nov. 26. Here's what to know about Planet Fitness Thanksgiving hours for Massachusetts in 2026. Is Planet Fitness open in MA on Thanksgiving Day 2026? Since each Planet Fitness gym is independently owned and operated, hours vary by location, according to a company spokesperson. For example, the gyms in Boston's Downtown Crossing

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Patriot Ledger

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South Shore top high school performers from Thursday's MIAA tournament

As the MIAA high school state tournaments roll on, the stakes get higher. Three South Shore teams will attempt to be the first in the area to punch their tickets to the Final Four on Thursday, Nov. 12. Carver and Calvary Chapel Academy are trying to advance to the state semifinals on the volleyball court while West Bridgewater field hockey is trying to knock off a state powerhouse. On the pitch, seven boys and 12 girls soccer teams are trying to move deeper into the playoffs. To submit scores and highlights, email sports@patriotledger.com. Field hockey D-4 – Dennis-Yarmouth 3, West Bridgewater 0 Volleyball D-4 – Ursuline 3, Carver 1 D-5 – Calvary Chapel Academy 3, New Mission 2: Colbie Adams led the way with 22 kills and eight digs. Riley Hanlon had 17 assists and eight digs. Colby Babineau added 11 aces and Bekah Andrews had nine kills Girls soccer D-1 – Braintree 1, Lexington 0 (PKs): Goalkeeper Liv Whelan made three saves in the shootout for the Wamps. Michaela Ranieri, Siena Quintiliani and Caitlin Kelly converted their spot kicks. D-2 – Whitman-Hanson 2, Grafton 1 (2 OT): Skylar Griffin scored the winning goal in double-OT off a cross from

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Worcester among two districts statewide to win top biliteracy award

Worcester Public Schools earned the state’s highest district honor tied to the Massachusetts State Seal of Biliteracy, one of only two districts to receive the new Platinum Star Award. The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education announced the awards Monday, Nov. 9, honoring 55 districts for their work...

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The Metrowest Daily News

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MetroWest high school sports tournament schedule/scores (Nov. 12-15)

The days are getting shorter, as are the list of local high school teams still going as we progress toward the fall’s state championship weekend. Will your team still be playing next week? Here’s a look at the weekend schedule and results for Thursday, November 12, through Sunday, November 15. More: MetroWest high school football schedule/live scores (Nov. 12-14) THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 BOYS SOCCER Division 1, second round LINCOLN-SUDBURY 2, Framingham 0 WELLESLEY 2, Brookline 0 Division 2, second round WAYLAND 3, Sharon 0 Division 3, second round NORWELL 4, Assabet 1 Division 4, second round ABINGTON 3, AMSA 2 GIRLS SOCCER Division 2, second round HINGHAM 7, Holliston 0 Division 4, second round ROCKLAND 3, AMSA 2 GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Division 1, quarterfinals FRANKLIN 3, Chelmsford 2 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13 FIELD HOCKEY Division 1, quarterfinals Attleboro at Franklin, 4 p.m. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14 BOYS SOCCER Division 2, quarterfinals West Springfield at Wayland, 11 a.m. Marshfield at Milford, Noon Division 5, quarterfinals Rockport at Hopedale (at Northbridge Middle School), 4 p.m. GIRLS SOCCER Division 1, quarterfinals Braintree at Wellesley, 6 p.m. Division 3, quarterfinals Belchertown at Dover-Sherborn, 4 p.m. Division 5, quarterfinals Lenox at Hopedale (at Northbridge Middle School), 6:30 p.m.

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