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‘I never thought I would see that in my lifetime’: Mass. Democrats react to blue wave

Massachusetts voters had their eyes on more than just the Bay State’s own midterm elections last night. A historic blue wave swept across the country, allowing the Democratic Party to regain control of both the House and the Senate, flipping seats in even deep-red states like Kansas and Texas.

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North Attleborough, MA · 2d

Unofficial North Attleborough midterm election results

It was a busy day in North Attleborough for the Nov. 3 midterm elections. Below are the unofficial results. Ballots cast—12,176, roughly 49.58 percent of the town’s registered voters. Senator in Congress (vote for one) Edward Markey (D), candidate for re-election—6,760. John Deaton (R)—4,722. Shiva Ayyadurai...

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McDonald’s is hoping to open on West Broadway. Abutters Meeting Scheduled for November 16th

Could a McDonald’s be coming to South Boston? A virtual abutters meeting is scheduled to discuss a proposal for a McDonald’s at 474 West Broadway. The proposal seeks a common victualler license for the restaurant, with proposed operating hours of 5am to 1am, seven days a week. The...

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Boston's Speed Hump Promise Stalls Out, Leaving Neighbors to Dodge Cut-Through Traffic

Boston set a goal of expanding traffic calming on neighborhood streets, but residents in Jamaica Plain and the South End say they still lack clear answers about when their streets will be considered. On Allendale Street, a wooded 25 mph road on the Brookline–Jamaica Plain border, the city installed speed humps and later removed them at Mayor Michelle Wu’s direction.

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North Attleborough, MA · 2d

Veterans Day ceremony set for North Attleborough, Plainville

The Towns of North Attleborough and Plainville, in partnership with their Department of Veterans Services, will hold a Veterans Day observance on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The day’s events will begin with a breakfast honoring veterans from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Masonic Lodge, 46 South Washington St., followed by the annual Veterans Day Ceremony at 11 a.m. at Veterans Park, 43 South Washington St., in North Attleborough, according to information provided by the town.

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Boston Veterans Day Parade – 11/7

The city of Boston is honoring the service and sacrifices of all who have served and those who continue to serve. The parade starts at 12 p.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The Parade will begin at Boston Public Library located on Boylston Street and marching to the corner of Park and Tremont St and end at 1 City Hall Plaza. This is a new and exciting parade designed to honor the service and sacrifice of veterans and their families, as well as a thank you to all who continue to serve. They are seeking veteran, military, and civic organizations as well as musical groups to headline this all-star salute to service.

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‘A broken and failed system’: Parents and city councilors admonish Boston Public Schools for bus issues

Boston Public Schools fined bus contractor Transdev $10,500 for blown trips, adding to more than $400,000 in fines assessed last school year. Parents at a Boston City Council education committee hearing began to grow restless and murmur to one another just after 3 p.m. Monday. One parent’s child didn’t get...

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Dorchester Reporter

Boston Irish Honors celebrates four leaders at Kennedy Library

Co-hosts Maureen Forry-Sorrell and Hon. Linda Dorcena Forry with this years Boston Irish Honors Nominees, Honorees Brig. Gen Jack Hammond, Martina Curtin, Sam Kennedy and Rev. Tom Kennedy. Photos by Flavio DeBarros, Flavio D Photography . Copyright © 2026 Boston Neighborhood News, Inc. This content may not be re-published or...

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Snowport Returns to Seaport on November 6th for the Holiday Season

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the Seaport! Snowport is back for another season, bringing holiday shopping, festive activities, food, and plenty of holiday cheer to the neighborhood. The popular Snowport Holiday Market opens on Friday, November 6th, for its sixth year, featuring local vendors, unique...

Boston, MA · 3d

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Destination Downtown Seeks Public Input on Future Projects and Priorities

What would make downtown Walpole a more attractive, welcoming, and vibrant place to visit, shop, dine, and spend time? Destination Downtown has plenty of ideas, but the organization wants to hear YOUR ideas!. Destination Downtown invites residents, business owners, and anyone interested in the future of Walpole Center to a...

Walpole, MA · 2d

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New 18-Acre Historic District Could Ease Boston Office-to-Housing Conversions

A proposed 18-acre historic district in Boston’s Financial District is moving toward federal review, but its effect on office-to-housing conversions would depend on more than whether a building falls within its boundaries. The Massachusetts Historical Commission voted to advance the proposed Exchange District to the National Park Service for final review and potential listing on the National Register of Historic Places. If listed, the district could make qualifying rehabilitation projects eligible to seek state and federal historic tax credits.

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MBTA chief to skip Boston City Council meeting on Blue Hill Ave. revamp despite summons

MBTA General manager Phil Eng will reportedly be skipping an important meeting Friday even after the Boston City Council issued him a summons over the controversial Blue Hill Ave. bus lane project. There's been a back and forth between some council members and the T's general manager, but NBC10 Boston...

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Needham: A once conservative town now tracks bluer

What did the voting on statewide ballot questions reveal about the Needham electorate compared to the rest of the state? With the exception of three initiatives, the town’s results (as of 9 a.m. Nov. 4) were all within 3 percentage points of state averages. The three questions with wide differences reveal a town that, amid a nationwide blue wave, appears bluer than the state as a whole.

Needham, MA · 2d

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Democrats sweep midterm elections across Massachusetts and the nation

A blue wave. A wipeout. A tsunami. On Tuesday, Nov. 3, voters in Brookline and across the country went to the polls to elect members of Congress, governors and many other elected officials. While not all votes have been counted, one thing is clear: it was a good night for the Democratic Party. The Democrats flipped both chambers of Congress decisively and won Senate seats and governorships in usually Republican states like Texas and Iowa.

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Mass. Democrats win statewide contests with ease amid national ‘Blue Wave’

In an already “blue” state like Massachusetts, last night’s results translated to decisive wins for statewide candidates – though as WAMC reports, that didn’t mean a total wipeout in some local races. While attendees were still gathering at the Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston Tuesday...

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The Cool Down

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.

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Wellesley Holiday Happenings 2026-27

Our roundup of holiday activities taking place in and around Wellesley. Don’t see your low-cost or free community-oriented holiday event here? Contact theswellesleyreport@gmail.com for inclusion. Commonwealth Ballet presents selections from “The Nutcracker”. DATE/TIME: Saturday, November 7, 10:30am-11:15am. LOCATION: Wellesley Free Library, 530 Washington St. DESCRIPTION: A reading of...

Wellesley, MA · 1d

Dorchester Reporter

$16m teen center in Jamaica Plain will help YES reach more city kids

Wu hails ‘life skills’ the organization is making available. YES, Executive Director Bryan Van Dorpe (left) with Bill (right) and Denise Richard (center) standing inside Martin’s Room, a beautiful community space named after their son. Cassidy McNeeley photos. Copyright © 2026 Boston Neighborhood News, Inc. This content...

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Hanson election decided by coin toss

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