Politics – Page 179 – Fall River Reporter

Ken PaivaSeptember 2, 2021

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Pressley: Congress needs to “step up” on abortion

Katie Lannan/SHNS In the wake of an overnight Supreme Court order allowing a Texas law restricting abortions to take effect,…

Ken PaivaSeptember 1, 2021

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Baker-Polito Administration announces expanded vaccine requirement for long-term care providers and home care workers

BOSTON — The Baker-Polito Administration today announced plans to require COVID-19 vaccination for all staff at rest homes, assisted living…

Ken PaivaAugust 30, 2021

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Aid groups expect Afghan refugees to resettle in Massachusetts

By Matt Murphy State House News Service AUG. 30, 2021…..With the United States’ military evacuation of Afghanistan complete and some…

mikesilviaAugust 30, 2021

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Mask Mandate Reaching Into Early Education in Massachusetts

By Matt Murphy Consistent with the new mask-wearing rules in public schools, the Baker administration on Tuesday will seek permission…

mikesilviaAugust 26, 2021

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Fall River Mayoral debate scheduled for September 8th

Fall River Reporter will be hosting a Fall River mayoral debate from 7pm to 8pm on Wednesday, September 8th. Incumbent…

Ken PaivaAugust 25, 2021

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Candidates knock Baker pandemic management from left, right

By Matt Murphy State House News Service AUG. 25, 2021…..With his administration pursuing mask and vaccine mandates on two fronts,…

Ken PaivaAugust 23, 2021

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AG describes Baker vax mandate as “absolutely legal”

Matt Murphy/SHNS With hers among the state offices requiring employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, Attorney General Maura Healey said…

mikesilviaAugust 21, 2021

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Fall River Residents Urged to Prepare for Tropical Storm Henri

As the City of Fall River prepares for the arrival of tropical storm/hurricane Henri, Mayor Paul Coogan and the Fall…

State House News ServiceAugust 21, 2021

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Boston to Again Require Masks Indoors

Chris Lisinski Everyone ages 2 and older regardless of vaccination status will be required to wear a mask in all…

Ken PaivaAugust 19, 2021

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$5.8 billion in federal student loan debt forgiven among over 323,000 borrowers

Over 323,000 borrowers who have a total and permanent disability will receive more than $5.8 billion in student loan forgiveness…