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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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Fixed-location surveillance equipment first installed back in 2025… Mayor tries to calm public apprehension over Flock Safety cameras

WOBURN - Mayor Michael Concannon recently defended the city’s use of roughly a dozen fixed-location cameras and license plate scanners at high-traffic intersections and insists Woburn has instituted safeguards to prevent police abuse of the surveillance tool. During a mayoral forum held virtually last month, the city’s chief executive...

Woburn, MA · 18h

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GBH Daily: 10 years of legal weed

This is a web edition of GBH Daily, a weekday newsletter bringing you local stories you can trust so you can stay informed without feeling overwhelmed. ☀️Sunny and cool, with highs in the 50s. Sunset is at 4:28 p.m. This week we’ll be taking a deeper look at the...

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Disabled veterans in Minnesota, Ohio, New York, Idaho and Massachusetts face property tax exemption deadlines running from Dec. 31, 2026 to April 15, 2027

Veterans with a high VA disability rating have a string of property tax filing dates between now and mid-April, and the earliest is Dec. 31 in Minnesota and Ohio. New York’s Town of Hurley opens a window through March 1, Boston closes its veterans exemption on April 1, and Idaho takes applications for a cut... The post Disabled veterans in Minnesota, Ohio, New York, Idaho and Massachusetts face property tax exemption deadlines running from Dec. 31, 2026 to April 15, 2027 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Minnesota · 21h

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Judge Says English High Football Can’t Be in Playoffs Due to Clerical Error

The English High School football team won’t be in this year’s playoffs because a player threw an interception, fumbled, or dropped a pass. Nope, they’re missing the playoffs because of a clerical error. The Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) requires teams to play a minimum of seven...

Boston, MA · 1d

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Off Beat: The election is over, rats!

Plus: The Boston.com Turkey Tracker is live. You’re reading Off Beat, Boston.com’s collection of oddities, absurdities, and other only-in-New-England news. Sign up for the free weekly newsletter. Have an Off Beat story to share? Email it to [email protected]. We have weathered another election week, and what a...

Boston, MA · 1d

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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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Eng skips council hearing on Blue Hill Ave. project despite subpoena, citing family vacation

Councilor Culpepper said he plans to seek court enforcement of the subpoena that the council would vote on Nov. 18. MBTA General Manager Phil Eng skipped a Boston City Council hearing Friday at which he had been subpoenaed to testify about the controversial Blue Hill Avenue redesign, with the transit agency citing a “previously planned vacation with his family.”

Boston, MA · 1d

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Quincy residents call on mayor to pause replacement of Flock Safety cameras

A rally is scheduled in Quincy on Monday night as organizers call on the mayor to stop plans to replace Flock Safety cameras.

Quincy, MA · 16h

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Minding the Gaps: Boston City Council Gets Updates On City’s Bike Network

On Thursday afternoon, Boston’s City Council Committee on Planning, Development, and Transportation held a hearing on truck safety and the status of Boston’s citywide plan for a connected network of safe bike routes. In recent months, the City Council has used committee hearings to take a more active...

Boston, MA · 19h

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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 · 2d

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Election season is done. Holiday season is approaching. And lawmakers still have dozens of big decisions to make.

THERE’S NO PLACE like the State House for the holidays. It’s easy to forget amid all the hubbub of a national blue wave and a nine-question state ballot, but with the election now past, the Legislature has a long list of business left to accomplish in the eight holiday-punctuated weeks remaining before the 2025-2026 term draws to a close.

Boston, MA · 1d

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Community Forum to Explore Privacy Concerns Over Flock Surveillance Cameras

Indivisible Hingham Hull will host an educational forum on the growing use of Flock, AI-powered surveillance cameras, and the privacy concerns they raise in communities across Massachusetts. A representative from the American Civil Liberties Union of Massachusetts (ACLU) will discuss how Flock cameras work, concerns about privacy and surveillance, and...

Hingham, MA · 16h

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The Groovy 60s-Themed Diner In Massachusetts Where Comfort Food Dreams Actually Come True Daily

There’s a diner in Norwood, Massachusetts that makes you forget you had anywhere else to be today. The Sixties Diner has that rare quality of a place that pulls you in completely, and the only thing you’ll regret is not coming sooner. Let’s start with something important.

Norwood, MA · 6d

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Months of Raynham Route 138 construction daytime detours. Where, when

Road work on Route 138 in Raynham will bring a northbound detour and potential traffic delays from Nov. 9 through Dec. 31. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation will conduct work between I-495 and Robinson Street from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., according to a community announcement. The work is scheduled daily from Nov. 9 through Dec. 31 and is expected to be completed by the afternoon of Dec. 31. Route 138 southbound will remain open. Route 138 northbound detour During work hours, drivers traveling north on Route 138 will be directed to: Turn right onto Elm Street East. Turn left onto Ann Street. Turn left onto Robinson Street. Turn right onto Route 138 northbound. Signs and messages will direct motorists through the work area. Drivers should expect delays, reduce their speed and use caution when traveling through the affected area. The construction schedule is weather dependent and may change without notice. How to check traffic conditions Travelers can visit www.mass511.com or download the Mass511 mobile app for live cameras, travel times, real-time traffic conditions and project information. Users also can subscribe to text and email traffic alerts. Motorists can dial 511 and select a route for real-time conditions or follow

Raynham, MA · 3d

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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 · 3d

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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

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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 · 4d

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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

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From 157-year-old station to 'best of the best': Taunton's new HQ

Taunton's new combined police and fire headquarters at 90 County St. is "the best of the best," Fire Chief Steven Lavigne told the Gazette during a tour. "You have to realize that we left a building that was built 157 years ago," Lavigne said, referring to the old Central Fire Station that has now been replaced by 90 County St. "This is the best of the best." Lavigne and now-retired Taunton Police Chief Ed Walsh both spoke to the Gazette after a key ceremony at the combined headquarters on Wednesday, Oct. 14 . They said the new facility has numerous features that improve life for city employees and the residents they serve. Here's what we know. Walsh: increased space but adjustment needed for communication Walsh, of the new headquarters, told the Gazette that "this station was specifically designed for the Taunton Police Department." Walsh spoke to the Gazette before his retirement on Oct. 31. "We spent a lot of time with the architects, going over stuff and making sure we had the best and most modern facility," he said. He said that the new headquarters have improved features compared to the old police station next to Taunton City Hall. "We

Taunton, MA · 1d