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WPRI 12 News

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How Bristol County residents voted in governor's race

Bristol County, MA · 1d

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The Coziest Diner In Massachusetts Serves A Legendary Breakfast That Will Absolutely Rock Your World

Nobody warns you about Old Town Cafe in Abington, Massachusetts, and that’s a problem, because the first time you sit down with a plate of their eggs and home fries, you’re going to feel genuinely betrayed by everyone who knew about this place and didn’t say anything sooner.

Massachusetts · 3d
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Eyewitness News Unscripted: Chapperones required for teens at mall in Rhode Island

Rhode Island · 19h

SEScoops

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Wrestler Who Plays Corrupt Politician Elected Mayor of Providence

David Morales, who works as The Commissioner in Renegade Wrestling Alliance, won Providence’s mayoral race Tuesday in a landslide with about 81% of the vote.

Providence, RI · 2d

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RIDOT delays reopening of Interstate 195 in East Providence after bridge removal

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation said cleanup continued Saturday morning after the demolition of a bridge over Interstate 195 in East Providence. It said reopening the highway has been delayed because of the weather. "Due to weather conditions, the 10 a.m. partial lane opening has been adjusted," RIDOT said...

East Providence, RI · 3h

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Remains of 28-year-old Bristol County man killed during World War II identified

WASHINGTON – The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced Tuesday that 28-year-old U.S. Army Pfc. William A. Gervais, Jr. of New Bedford, Massachusetts, killed during World War II, was accounted for on June 18th. Gervais’s family received their full briefing on his identification, therefore, additional details on his identification can...

Bristol County, MA · 2d

WashingtonExaminer

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Looks like starter homes will remain in illegal in much of Massachusetts

In Wellesley, Massachusetts, it is basically illegal to build a starter home, and it looks like it will stay that way. The voters of Massachusetts appear to have rejected a measure that would have overridden local laws that ban modest lots. This sounds like an arcane battle between state law and local zoning regulations, but […]

Wellesley, MA · 3d

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Street flooding reported around Southern New England

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WJAR) — Hours of heavy rain Friday led to reports of street flooding across Southern New England. Cars navigated deep water on Oaklawn Avenue in Cranston, a common spot for street flooding. Street flooding was also reported in Somerset. New Bedford police said "significant flooding" was...

New Bedford, MA · 15h

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‘Alarming’ discrepancy of $1.2 million found in town financial records

MIDDLEBORO — The town missed out on being able to use money it had because of poor bookkeeping, Interim Town Manager Robert Nunes told the Middleboro Select Board at its Nov. 2 meeting. Nunes said that he found a $1.215 million discrepancy over a three-year period between the amount...

Middleborough, MA · 4d

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Forget Boston — Retire To This Coastal Gem On The Rhode Island Border With Scenic State Parks And Vibrant Cities

Bustling, busy, and expensive: These three words can succinctly describe the experience of many who live in Boston. America's "Cradle of Liberty" may be full of historic charm, great museums, world-class art, and great healthcare, but it's also become priced out for many, with a cost of living that's 49% higher than the national average, according to Payscale. So what's a retiree who wants to live in a coastal Massachusetts county to do? Why, move to Bristol County, Massachusetts, of course! Cities here, like New Bedford, have a lower cost of living than Boston, according to Salary.com, and are perfectly positioned near Rhode Island for great day trips to places like The Breakers. In Bristol County, you've got the best of city life with the perks of being near some great natural beauty, including dense forests and expansive beaches.

Bristol County, MA · 2d

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A new house for incarcerated women in Mass. draws scrutiny over who qualifies

Over the past few months, eight women who are incarcerated have moved into a gray two-story house in Framingham. It’s called the reintegration house and it’s part of the Massachusetts Department of Correction’s efforts to reduce recidivism. The house is designed to help women transition back into...

Framingham, MA · 2d

The Cool Down

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Historic Massachusetts bank becomes flashpoint in push to build 72 affordable apartments

Councilors established the trust to give it latitude in advancing affordable housing.

Newton, MA · 1d

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Middleboro and Lakeville buck the trend in statewide elections

Voting signs placed outside of the Middleboro High School polling location on Election Day. Photo by Christian Uva. A chart showing how Lakeville and Middleboro voters went on each of the nine ballot questions. Voting signs placed outside of the Middleboro High School polling location on Election Day. Photo by...

Middleborough, MA · 3d

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Cranston residents voice frustrations over Garden City dirt piles

(WJAR) — Cranston residents are making their frustrations known over the large piles of dirt sitting in and around Garden City Center. The City Council heard from residents and WS Development, the company overseeing construction at the shopping center, during a meeting on Wednesday night. Neighbors weren't holding back,...

Cranston, RI · 2d

Main Street Dollars

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Providence homeowners who are 65 by Dec. 31 must file with the tax assessor by March 15 for a $750 exemption, and those 62 to 64 on Social Security can get $460

Providence homeowners who are 65 by Dec. 31 must file with the city tax assessor by March 15 to get the $750 elderly exemption. Homeowners aged 62 to 64 who receive Social Security benefits can get a $460 exemption under the same deadline. The amounts and dates come from the city assessor’s exemptions page. Two […]

Providence, RI · 3h

WPRI 12 News

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Chris Markey set to usher in new era as Bristol County district attorney

Markey, a Dartmouth Democrat, defeated Republican Seth Aitken in the election, garnering more than 54% of the vote.

Bristol County, MA · 1d

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Governor Edward J. King Opens $8 Million Factory Mutual Conference Center on Route 1 in Norwood-November 7, 1980

Chief Executive Signs Economic Development Review Order During Dedication of Advanced National Training Facility. Gov. Edward J. King announced during yesterday’s opening of Factory Mutual’s new $8 million conference center that he has ordered top administration officials to undertake a review of state regulations concerning economic development. The review is intended to help eliminate excess regulations in construction and economic development, King said, adding that all cabinet secretaries would have two years in which to complete the task. An expanded tax base tied to economic growth will be especially important after passage of Proposition 2 1/2, King said. The object of the review is to simplify the rules regulating business in the state, the governor told his audience at Factory Mutual.

Norwood, MA · 3d

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Another week-long Green Line closure begins Saturday, and there are still more to come

This article was republished with permission from StreetsblogMASS , an independent, nonprofit news organization that covers transportation news across Massachusetts. Click here to read the original article. The MBTA is once again shutting down the central core and several branches of the Green Line for a week-long construction project starting...

Brookline, MA · 2d

Taunton Daily Gazette

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Lisa Field credits door-knocking, positive message for decisive win

TAUNTON — Democratic incumbent State Rep. Lisa Field credits her campaign of knocking on thousands of doors and staying positive with her message for her decisive victory in Tuesday's election. "We need to provide kids with hope. It was important to run a positive campaign. To stay focused on working families," she said to a room full of supporters at the Ward 5 Club in Taunton after winning. After hugging almost everyone in attendance at her watch party Field thanked everyone, saying she could not have possibly have done this and gotten this far without her supporters. Field defeated Republican challenger Larry Quintal in a hotly contested rematch in the 3rd Bristol Disrtrict, which includes more than half of Taunton and part of Easton. Results in Taunton and Easton Field won comfortable victories in both Taunton and Easton, winning a total of 9,068 votes or 58% to Quintal's 6,490 votes or 42%, according to unofficial results, as of Wednesday. In Taunton, Field got 6,734 votes (57%) and Quintal got 5,000 votes (43%) In Easton, Field got 2,334 votes (61%) and Quintal got 1,490 votes (39%) Rematch of extremely close 2025 special election Both Field and Quintal are from Taunton. Quintal

Taunton, MA · 2d

Boston 25 News WFXT

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Norwood DPW ready, prepared to tackle flooded prone neighborhoods

Local communities like Norwood are getting ready for the possibility of flooding. Back in 2020, flooding forced Norwood Hospital to evacuate.

Norwood, MA · 20h