Politics
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The Nine Massachusetts Ballot Questions of 2026
The state Elections Division announced the numbers for the nine ballot questions of the 2026 election cycle on July 21.…
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Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals grants variances, special permits, to move several housing development projects forward
At Fall River’s Zoning Board of Appeals meeting on Thursday, multiple projects were moved forward that will add over a…
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Fall River celebration commemorating 20th anniversary of Portas da Cidade to feature Mayor Coogan, Portugal and Azores dignitaries
FALL RIVER, MA – Mayor Paul Coogan, in conjunction with the Portas da Cidade Advisory Committee and the Prince Henry…
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Massachusetts State Rep Alan Silvia defends vote against late-term abortion bill on national news program
Massachusetts State Representative Alan Silvia, who was one of only a handful of Democrats who voted against legislation that removed…
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Massachusetts Working Group Recommends New State Agency to License Coaches and Regulate Youth Sports
By Colin A. Young A group created to investigate the health impacts and financial challenges around youth sports has recommended…
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Fall River Dad Raises $88,550 to Complete Mae’s Sensory-Friendly Playground After Earmark Slashed
When word got out that a $100,000 earmark requested by state Rep. Alan Silvia to help with the creation of…
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New Survey Underscores Deep Racial and Regional Wealth Gaps Across Massachusetts
By Alison Kuznitz Massachusetts families held a median net wealth of more than $370,000 last year, according to a new…
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Northeast Alternatives Sues Fall River for Return of $4.6 Million in Cannabis Impact Fees
The city’s first legal marijuana establishment, Northeast Alternatives, is suing Fall River and Mayor Paul Coogan for the return of…
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Citing hotter summers, long-lasting heatwaves, Massachusetts Governor Healey announces first statewide Heat Resilience Officer
WORCESTER — As Massachusetts experiences hotter summers and more frequent, long-lasting heat waves, Governor Maura Healey has announced the appointment of Katie Schlick as…
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Former assistant district attorney in Bristol and Plymouth County confirmed as new member of Massachusetts Parole Board
Katie Castellani STATE HOUSE, BOSTON – After rejecting her initial choice, the Governor’s Council voted 6-2 on Wednesday to confirm…
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