Blogs
Best Dubai Chocolate in Massachusetts: Where to Find It in 2026
Looking for the best Dubai chocolate in Massachusetts? Here’s where to find it, from Boston shops to a Bridgewater food truck and easy store options.
Best Dubai Chocolate in Massachusetts: Where to Find It in 2026
Looking for the best Dubai chocolate in Massachusetts? Here’s where to find it, from Boston shops to a Bridgewater food truck and easy store options.
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Massachusetts is Right to Explore 3-Year Bachelor’s Degrees
Massachusetts is moving toward 3-year bachelor’s degrees as college costs rise and enrollment falls. Shorter, more flexible programs could offer students a faster, more affordable path to in-demand careers.
Massachusetts Teachers Association Opposing Tax Cut Ballot Initiatives
The Massachusetts Teachers Association and other labor unions oppose proposed income tax cuts and warn they will campaign to defeat the ballot questions if they reach voters.
Massachusetts GOP Gov Candidates Call for Gas Tax Suspension as Prices Near $4. Maura Healey Says No
Massachusetts GOP candidates are calling for a gas tax suspension as prices near $4 per gallon, but Gov. Maura Healey says she opposes the move.
Male Transgender Runner Named Girls’ Track All-Star in Massachusetts
A male transgender runner was named a girls’ track all-star in the Greater Boston League, one of eight athletes honored across four teams, drawing criticism and renewed debate over Massachusetts policy.
SpongeBob-Themed Bakery Pop-Up Opens in East Longmeadow
A SpongeBob-themed bakery pop-up at Pete’s Sweets in East Longmeadow, Massachusetts, is drawing attention with colorful desserts and limited-time treats.
Maura Healey Proposal Would Limit Teens to 2 Hours of Social Media Per Day
Gov. Maura Healey proposed limiting teens to two hours of social media per day, while restricting addictive features, notifications, and targeted algorithms for users under 18.
Commentary
Massachusetts is Right to Explore 3-Year Bachelor’s Degrees
Massachusetts is moving toward 3-year bachelor’s degrees as college costs rise and enrollment falls. Shorter, more flexible programs could offer students a faster, more affordable path to in-demand careers.
Commentary
DEATON: Healey and Markey Should Look in the Mirror, Not at Trump, for Massachusetts’ Problems
John Deaton argues Massachusetts’ economic struggles stem from Beacon Hill policies, not the President, pointing to outmigration, high costs, and lagging growth.
Commentary
Romneycare Has Driven Up Health Costs for Families and Small Businesses
Twenty years after Romneycare, critics say Massachusetts health reform has driven up costs, leaving families and small businesses facing unaffordable premiums.
Commentary
KIDS Act Would Make Kids Play Alone, Raise Privacy Concerns
Commentator Jack Rowlett argues the KIDS Act would restrict multiplayer gaming for minors, raising concerns about loneliness, privacy, and government overreach.
Commentary
20 Years Later, Romneycare Still Needs Serious Cost Controls
Twenty years after Massachusetts health reform, access has improved but rising costs remain a major problem, prompting calls for stronger cost controls.
Commentary
Trump Restores Science While Healey Rejects It Inside Massachusetts’s Gender Ideology Showdown
U.S. President Donald Trump affirms America recognizes two sexes, male and female, while Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey advances policies critics say defy biology. Massachusetts now sits at the center of the nation’s gender-ideology conflict.
Editorials
Rachael Rollins Wants Her Old Job Back. Massachusetts Should Say No
Rachael Rollins is running again for Suffolk County district attorney after resigning as U.S. attorney amid ethics violations. Her record raises serious questions about judgment and public safety.
Commentary
Vo-Tech School Costs Are Exploding in Massachusetts; Here’s How We Fix It
Massachusetts vocational school costs are soaring into the hundreds of millions, pricing out communities and limiting access. A new model aims to cut costs and expand opportunities.
Commentary
Massachusetts Rent Control Ballot Question Won’t Solve Our Housing Problems; It Will Add To Them
Massachusetts housing leaders warn a 2026 ballot proposal to cap rent increases could reduce housing supply, discourage development, and worsen affordability across the state.
Commentary
How Stalin Finally Eliminated Leon Trotsky
A new book details how Joseph Stalin hunted down and killed Leon Trotsky in Mexico, exposing the brutality and global reach of Soviet Communism.
News
Massachusetts Teachers Association Opposing Tax Cut Ballot Initiatives
The Massachusetts Teachers Association and other labor unions oppose proposed income tax cuts and warn they will campaign to defeat the ballot questions if they reach voters.
Massachusetts GOP Gov Candidates Call for Gas Tax Suspension as Prices Near $4. Maura Healey Says No
Massachusetts GOP candidates are calling for a gas tax suspension as prices near $4 per gallon, but Gov. Maura Healey says she opposes the move.
Male Transgender Runner Named Girls’ Track All-Star in Massachusetts
A male transgender runner was named a girls’ track all-star in the Greater Boston League, one of eight athletes honored across four teams, drawing criticism and renewed debate over Massachusetts policy.
Maura Healey Proposal Would Limit Teens to 2 Hours of Social Media Per Day
Gov. Maura Healey proposed limiting teens to two hours of social media per day, while restricting addictive features, notifications, and targeted algorithms for users under 18.
Massachusetts Senate Renews $18M Rideshare Fee on Bay Staters
The Massachusetts Senate voted to renew a rideshare fee that costs Bay Staters about $18 million per year, as lawmakers debate whether to raise or restructure the charge.
Eric Swalwell Resigns as Ethics Probe Opens into Sexual Misconduct Allegations
U.S. Rep. Eric Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress after multiple sexual assault allegations and an ethics investigation, while denying the most serious claim.
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Culture
Five Most Unique Beaches in New England
Five of the most unique beaches in New England, from Singing Beach’s rare “singing” sand to Jasper Beach’s volcanic stones and more.
A First-Timer’s Guide to Polar Park: What to Know Before a WooSox Game
Heading to Polar Park for a WooSox game? Here’s what to know about parking, food, seating, and the full game-day experience in Worcester.
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Popular Local Craft Breweries in Massachusetts Drawing Crowds Across New England
Explore popular local craft breweries in Massachusetts, from Boston to Cape Cod. Discover New England IPA leaders, community taprooms, and why Bay State breweries continue to grow.
Being Bored: Good, But Not Enough
Smartphones may fill every quiet moment, but they can deepen boredom and anxiety. An old idea — “only boring people are bored” — may explain why.
Five Best Bars Near Fenway Park: Where to Drink Before and After a Red Sox Game
Best bars near Fenway Park: Five top places to drink before or after a Boston Red Sox game, including Bleacher Bar and Cask 'n Flagon.
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Faith
Red Sox Prospect Payton Tolle Recently Baptized, Embraces His Faith
Boston Red Sox prospect Payton Tolle was baptized this offseason and tells NewBostonPost his faith is now central to his life and baseball career.
Spotlight: Michael Hammond on Faith, Leadership, and the Future of Christian Higher Education
Gordon College President Michael Hammond shares how faith, family, and a career in Christian higher education shaped his leadership philosophy.
Spotlight: Mike Minogue on Leadership, Legacy and What Comes Next
Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue outlines his faith-driven approach to education, economic growth, energy policy, and government accountability in the 2026 Massachusetts race.
Vermont Drops Gender Identity Requirement for Foster Parents After Christian Families Sue
Vermont officials reversed a policy requiring foster parents to affirm gender identity ideology after two Christian families sued, arguing the rule violated their First Amendment rights.
Politics
Ron Mariano and Karen Spilka Dismiss Voter-Approved Audit, Attack Diana DiZoglio as Court Fight Escalates
House Speaker Ron Mariano and Senate President Karen Spilka refused to comply with a 2024 voter-approved audit, turning personal against Auditor Diana DiZoglio as the legal battle intensifies.
Massachusetts Board Eyes Early 2026 Vote On Three-Year Bachelor's Degree
The Board of Higher Education is on track to vote in early 2026 on whether to allow public and private colleges and universities in Massachusetts to offer three-year bachelor's degrees, reducing the typical 120-credit requirement.
Winter Special Election Scheduled To Fill Lowell-Based Senate Seat
Voters in Lowell and a few surrounding towns will head to the polls in the winter of 2026 to elect a new senator.
Moulton, Pressley Vote Against Resolution Honoring Charlie Kirk
The U.S. House voted 310-58 to honor the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk with a National Day of Remembrance, but Massachusetts Democrats Seth Moulton and Ayanna Pressley opposed the resolution, citing concerns over its portrayal of Kirk.
Education
Massachusetts is Right to Explore 3-Year Bachelor’s Degrees
Massachusetts is moving toward 3-year bachelor’s degrees as college costs rise and enrollment falls. Shorter, more flexible programs could offer students a faster, more affordable path to in-demand careers.
Hampshire College Is Closing. It’s a Warning About Useless Degrees
Hampshire College rejected traditional structure from the start. It offered no majors or grades, instead letting students design their own concentrations and receive narrative evaluations rather than GPAs.
Feds Investigating Westford Public Schools Over Transgender Bathroom and Locker Room Policy
Federal officials have launched a Title IX investigation into Westford Public Schools over its gender identity policy governing bathrooms and locker rooms.
Vo-Tech School Costs Are Exploding in Massachusetts; Here’s How We Fix It
Massachusetts vocational school costs are soaring into the hundreds of millions, pricing out communities and limiting access. A new model aims to cut costs and expand opportunities.
Massachusetts Community College Seeking Taxpayer-Funded Nude Models
Mount Wachusett Community College wants to add some taxpayer-funded art models to its roster, and it’s willing to pay double for nude models.