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YOUR VIEW: Parking lot criticism ‘missed the mark’

Reasons offered in a recent letter in the Plymouth Independent questioning the addition of 90 new parking spaces at Nathaniel Morton Elementary School missed the mark. Limiting impervious surfaces and reducing the potential for contaminant runoff into the harbor is always beneficial. But adding shared parking spaces at this location won’t change society’s preference for large vehicles; it doesn’t argue for smaller (compact) parking spaces, and it won’t reduce harmful stormwater runoff.

Plymouth, MA · 3d
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Diman grad, Westport resident, earns bachelor’s degree at 19-years-old with 4.0 GPA

FALL RIVER/WESTPORT/SOMERSET/SWANSEA – Some people claim the younger generation lacks work ethic. They probably haven’t met Westport’s Corey Gaspar. Gaspar is a Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School graduate of the Programming and Web Development program, former historian for Diman’s chapter of Business Professionals of America, and an information technology intern at RYCOMM LLC. Most impressively, he has already earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Southern New Hampshire University with a perfect 4.0 GPA at just 19 years old.

Westport, MA · 3d
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Plymouth North custodian offers inspiration to students

Hundreds of students at Plymouth North High School got to know a different side of a familiar face when a school custodian shared his story of serving in the Navy at the school’s annual Veterans Day assembly on Tuesday. Marcus Williams, a maintenance worker at the school since 2022,...

Plymouth, MA · 2d
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Porkers blank Central Catholic again in playoffs

The Walpole Porkers field hockey team persevered to a 3-0 victory over the Central Catholic Raiders on Saturday November 7, 2026 at Walpole High School. Raiders (7-9-2) were seeded 28th. The two teams have met on the pitch in consecutive years in the opening round of the playoffs. In 2025,...

Walpole, MA · 1d
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New Bedford Teacher Chases Grammy Dreams Outside of the Classroom

A New Bedford teacher and producer earns recognition during Grammy Week for his song focused on unity and social change.

New Bedford, MA · 3d

myfmtoday.com

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Oliver Ames Girls Soccer Shuts Out Canton to Advance in Division 2 Tournament

NORTH EASTON, MA. — The Oliver Ames High School girls soccer team continued its postseason run with a hard-fought shutout victory over Canton in a Division 2 Round of 32 playoff matchup. The Tigers relied on timely offense and a strong defensive effort to secure the win, with Brooke...

Easton, MA · 2d

Boston 25 News WFXT

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25 Investigates: Daycare tuition rises despite billions in state grants

Julie and Mike Johnson are raising two children under 3. That takes plenty of time - and an extraordinary amount of money. Together, daycare for their kids costs the Beverly couple about $4,500 a month, or more than $50,000 a year.

Beverly, MA · 21h

theweektoday.com

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Bus delays, upset children: Rochester Memorial School parents call for answers

ROCHESTER — Two moms say their kids have been arriving back at their bus stop late, and frequently emotional, after a new bus driver took over their kids’ route. These parents of Rochester Memorial School students raised concerns about delays and strange interactions with the driver at the Rochester School Committee’s Thursday, Nov. 12 meeting.

Rochester, MA · 1d

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Hurley Middle School Feasibility Study Approved

Voters appropriated $1.7 million for a feasibility study for the Hurley Middle School at Seekonk’s Fall Town Meeting November 9. The Town may be eligible for a grant from the Massachusetts School Building Authority (“MSBA”) with the amount to be expended under the direction of the Seekonk School Building Committee.

Seekonk, MA · 1d

lynnfieldweeklynews.com

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Roundup: Eagles are moving on

The top-ranked St. John’s Prep football team (9-0) defeated No. 16 Weymouth (5-4), 35-6, at Glatz Field last Thursday, Nov. 5. The Eagles advanced to Div. 1 Round of 8, where they’ll face No. 9 Andover (6-3). It started with a bang. Quarterback Chris Vargas connected with Will...

Weymouth, MA · 3d

Boston 25 News WFXT

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Financial investigation at Nahant elementary school puts town employee on leave

A Nahant town employee has been placed on paid administrative leave pending an investigation into financial irregularities, according to the town administrator and police chief.

Nahant, MA · 4d

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St. John’s Prep cruises, while Fenwick falls

In its quest for a Div. 1 state championship, the St. John’s Prep football team began the tournament in style on Thursday, Nov. 5. Meanwhile, in Div. 6 action, Bishop Fenwick’s high-powered offense couldn’t get going in enemy territory. The top-ranked Eagles (9-0) defeated No. 16 Weymouth...

Weymouth, MA · 3d

New Hampshire Bulletin

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Dozens of NH school districts adopted tax caps. Now, a balancing act begins.

This story was changed on Nov. 10 at 8:58 a.m. to correct Bob Loiacono’s school district.  New Hampshire voters took out their affordability frustrations on more than just lawmakers last Tuesday.  As they elected Democrats into eye-popping legislative majorities in Concord Nov. 3, Granite Staters also voted in large numbers for a tax cap over […]

New Hampshire · 3d

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Middleboro Town Meeting bans data centers, Flock cameras, approves new school roof

Middleboro Town Moderator David Cavanaugh speaks at the podium. Photos by Christian Uva. A Middleboro High School student counts the "yeas" for the data center ban vote. State Rep. Norman Orrall, right, and state Sen. Kelly Dooner, center, presented the town with a new copy of the Declaration of Independence for the nation's 250th anniversary.

Middleborough, MA · 3d

Taunton Daily Gazette

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Greater Taunton area fall 2026 high school postseason scores, results

Another fall high school sports tournament season is upon us in the Greater Taunton area. This fall, 11 Greater Taunton area football, soccer, field hockey and girls volleyball teams qualified for their respective MIAA tournaments . All four area golf teams were represents in their respective MIAA South Sectionals while Bristol-Plymouth boys and girls soccer, as well as Bristol Aggie girls soccer, qualified for their respective MVADA State Vocational tournaments. Keep up with all of the local action from the MIAA and MVADA tournaments here. Monday, Nov. 9 Boys Soccer Dario Conceição scored the lone goal for No. 17 Dighton-Rehoboth (11-4-3, 9-4-1 SCC) from the penalty spot as the Falcons fell 2-1 in golden goal overtime to No. 16 Foxboro on the road in the MIAA Division 3 Round of 32 to wrap up the season. Girls Soccer No. 19 Bridgewater-Raynham (12-3-4, 4-0 PAC-3) fell 2-0 to No. 14 Shrewsbury on the road in the MIAA Division 1 Round of 32 to wrap up the season. No. 28 Bristol Aggie (10-8-1, 4-4 MAC) fell 4-1 to No. 5 Monson on the road in the MIAA Division 5 Round of 32 to wrap up the season. No. 37 Dighton-Rehoboth (10-9-2, 6-6-2

Taunton, MA · 2d

reverejournal.com

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Revere Public Schools connects families with critical resources during Family Engagement Night

More than 60 parents and caregivers gathered at Revere High School on Tuesday evening for Revere Public Schools’ latest Family Engagement Night, an informative session designed to connect families with essential community resources, support services, and opportunities to help them navigate everyday challenges. The event included Kristina Peralta from...

Revere, MA · 2d

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School Committee Chairman Praises Sagar

Seekonk School Committee Chair Robert Gerardi praised Select Board Chair Gary Sagar at the November 2 meeting. Gerardi said Sagar had made a promise to improve communication with the School Department by starting the Quad Board meetings earlier in the year. “That process has yielded more communication,” Gerardi said. ”I’m...

Seekonk, MA · 3d

WUPE

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3 New England States Rank In Top 10 For College Students With Massachusetts At The Top

Regarding the best states in the country for college students, New England had 3 landing in the top 10 alone!

Massachusetts · 8d

thesuffolkjournal.com

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OPINION: The despairing task of choosing between housing or tuition

I am sure many college students in Boston have heard of the struggles of affording housing before leaving to attend university. And yes, it is hard to realistically balance the cost of tuition and housing. It has created a debate on whether students should prioritize their education or a roof over their heads.

Boston, MA · 3d