Politics

Mass. receives $80 million in Federal Highway funds for 12 projects in Fall River, Boston, Pittsfield, other communities

BOSTON – The Healey-Driscoll Administration and the Massachusetts Department of Transportation are announcing MassDOT has received an additional $80 million…

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Massachusetts advocates hope to offer benefits for more immigrants

Alison Kuznitz Low-income immigrant families could be eligible for state food benefits and cash assistance through pending legislation that coincides…

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Massachusetts families remember day when “everyone’s lives changed”

By Alison Kuznitz STATE HOUSE, BOSTON, SEPT. 11, 2023…..Diane Hunt’s voice broke as she read the name of her deceased…

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With thousands arriving at hotels in Bristol County, state, Healey looks to quicken process to allow migrants to secure work

BOSTON – As thousands of migrants have been arriving at hotels across Bristol County and the rest of the state,…

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Massachusetts rent control supporters lifted by AG’s ruling

By Alison Kuznitz STATE HOUSE, BOSTON, SEPT. 6, 2023…..Moments after his pitch to revive rent control in November 2024 cleared…

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Mass. Department of Public Utilities changes schedule of electric service rates to reduce large swings

BOSTON — The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities has issued an Order approving changes to the schedule used by Eversource…

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One of 70 communities in Massachusetts placing unsheltered migrants told to shelter 36 families in hotels

The Chair of the Select Board in Plainville has issued an update regarding the migrant situation in the community. “Over…

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Massachusetts utilities outline plans to handle more electricity

By Colin A. Young SEPT. 5, 2023…..Massachusetts is aiming to achieve net-zero emission by 2050 largely by electrifying things currently…

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Governor Healey activates up to 250 National Guard to provide services at emergency shelter sites

BOSTON – Governor Maura Healey today issued an order activating up to 250 National Guard members to provide basic services…

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Governor Healey nominates Sarah Coughlin to Parole Board, recommends four new pardons

BOSTON – Governor Maura T. Healey today nominated Sarah Coughlin to the Massachusetts Parole Board. Coughlin is a Licensed Independent…

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