Politics
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Massachusetts Legislature sends immigrant protection bill to Governor Healey — Here’s how lawmakers voted
STATE HOUSE, BOSTON…..Legislative negotiators on Wednesday unveiled a compromise on the closely watched bill that would broaden protections against federal…
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Massachusetts Governor Healey demands swift passage of energy affordability bill to lower utility bills and rein in profits
BOSTON – Governor Maura Healey today called for swift action and passage of her energy affordability legislation that she says will lower energy bills and rein in utility spending. …
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Healey Accuses Trump of Trying to ‘Steal This Election’ by Restricting Mail-In Voting
By Sam Drysdale As President Donald Trump attempts to limit mail-in voting, Gov. Maura Healey claimed Wednesday that he is…
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Appraisal Finds Fall River’s Pearl Street Garage Sale or Repairs Unlikely Due to Long-Term Lease
A request for proposal to sell off the Pearl Street garage is expected to be released in August, but an…
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Fall River City Council Approves $483M Budget After Nearly Two-Month Standoff
After a nearly two-month standoff, the City Council voted 8 -1 to approve the $483 million Fiscal Year 2027 budget…
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Massachusetts Governor Healey announces statewide launch of EBT chip cards to help prevent SNAP theft
BOSTON – Governor Maura Healey announced today that Massachusetts has become the fourth state in the nation to roll out chip and tap-enabled Electronic Benefit…
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Fall River, Somerset Reps Silvia and Thurber vote against giving doctors full discretion on abortions after 6 months in Massachusetts
In a 119 to 33 vote, the Massachusetts House passed Bill 5595, titled “An Act prioritizing patient access to care,”…
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Massachusetts Governor Healey announces new MBTA affordability initiatives, also extends commuter rail savings
BELMONT – Governor Healey today announced a series of new MBTA pilot programs designed to make public transportation more affordable, flexible and easier to use. Beginning…
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Fall River Board of Health suspends establishment’s tobacco license, water fluoridation to resume in the near future
Two important updates were revealed at a City of Fall River meeting that took place on Monday afternoon. Farm Market…
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Could Will Flanagan run again for mayor? His latest move is the biggest indicator yet
With Fall River Mayor Paul Coogan announcing he will not seek reelection in 2028, speculation has already begun over who…
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