Massachusetts
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Community
Governor Baker, health officials, isssue update on COVID-19 as 249 are quarantined
BOSTON — Today, the Baker-Polito Administration convened a meeting with front-line leaders representing hospitals, local public health boards, emergency response,…
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Crime
If the first week is any indication, come April 1st, police will be handing out a lot of “hands free” fines
Massachusetts State Police were busy giving out a lot of warnings in the first week of the “hands free” driving…
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Community
First presumptive positive of COVID-19 identified by Massachusetts State Health Laboratory, second case in the state
BOSTON (March 2, 2020) – The Massachusetts Department of Public Health today announced its first presumptive positive case of COVID-19…
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Community
Report: Massachusetts best state in the country for women
According to a new report, if you are a woman, Massachusetts is the place to be. Massachusetts was ranked #1…
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Community
Flu activity in Massachusetts remains high; cases higher than last two years
Massachusetts has had a bad flu season, and while cases could trend back up, for now, it appears the state…
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Community
Massachusetts Department of Corrections to begin providing meds for addiction treatment
Three people currently incarcerated in Massachusetts prisons will be provided their prescribed medication for addiction treatment (MAT) for the duration…
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Community
Police in Massachusetts are warning public of new chemical substance causing violent and bizarre behavior
The Holyoke Police Department is issuing a Public Safety Awareness / Warning regarding bags of Heroin in general and a…
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Community
231 being monitored in Massachusetts for coronavirus
In a conference call this afternoon, Massachusetts Public Health Commissioner Dr. Monica Bharel issued an update on coronavirus COVID-19 in…
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Community
Massachusetts DPH: 5th person dies from lung injury; patient vaped THC
BOSTON (February 26, 2020) – The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) has announced a fifth person has died of…
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Community
State Officials remind public of the dangers of walking on ice covered water bodies
With recent warmer temperatures across much of Massachusetts, state officials are warning the public of the dangers associated with walking…
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