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Massachusetts Still Below Pre-Pandemic Private-Sector Job Levels, Report Says
Massachusetts lost 182,000 residents from 2020 to 2025 and still has not recovered pre-pandemic private-sector job levels, a new report finds.
Massachusetts Still Below Pre-Pandemic Private-Sector Job Levels, Report Says
Massachusetts lost 182,000 residents from 2020 to 2025 and still has not recovered pre-pandemic private-sector job levels, a new report finds.
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New England’s 10 Best-Kept Outdoor Secrets
Discover 10 of New England’s best kept outdoor secrets—from hidden coastlines to quiet trails. Abigail Hawthorne shares the quiet beauty still waiting to be found across all six states.
Fiscal Watchdog Slams Michelle Wu Over Rent Control Support
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu says she will vote for a statewide rent control ballot question, drawing sharp criticism from the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance.
Diana DiZoglio Asks SJC To Approve Outside Counsel Backed By Mike Minogue In Legislature Audit Fight
Auditor Diana DiZoglio is asking the Supreme Judicial Court to approve outside attorneys, funded by a Republican gubernatorial candidate, to pursue her lawsuit over auditing the Massachusetts Legislature.
Massachusetts Higher Ed Board Opens Door To Three-Year Bachelor’s Degrees
The Board of Higher Education approved a new regulation allowing Massachusetts colleges to pilot three-year bachelor’s degrees, a move supporters say could cut costs but critics warn may weaken academic quality.
Free Enterprise Is Human Nature and Divinely Inspired
Catholic businessman Tim Busch argues that free enterprise aligns with Christian teaching, human dignity, and the Church’s duty to uplift the poor.
Top 10 Irish Pubs in Boston: Tradition, Taste, and Tunes
Discover Boston’s best Irish pubs—from historic landmarks to cozy neighborhood favorites. Enjoy authentic pints, live music, hearty fare, and vibrant local culture in these top-rated pubs.
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Free Enterprise Is Human Nature and Divinely Inspired
Catholic businessman Tim Busch argues that free enterprise aligns with Christian teaching, human dignity, and the Church’s duty to uplift the poor.
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Rude But Right On Crime
Heather Mac Donald examines President Trump’s unusually direct responses to violent crime and what they reveal about public order and governance in American cities.
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Oil, Oregano, and Tradition: The North End’s Best Italian Sub
A winter sandwich crawl through Boston’s North End ranks the best Italian subs at Bricco Salumeria, Monica’s Mercato, and Table Mercato, comparing flavor, authenticity, and value to crown a winner.
Commentary
Shortsleeve: Gov. Healey’s Budget Plan Is Spending Massachusetts Into A Corner
Massachusetts faces a growing structural deficit as Gov. Maura Healey’s administration relies on rising spending, one-time fixes, and budget maneuvers to paper over slowing tax revenue, Brian Shortsleeve argues.
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Curiosity Can Be A Bad Thing
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Nobody Is Coming to Save You
Nobody is coming to save you. Not a mentor, not an investor, not the perfect opportunity. Boston rewards people who take ownership early and punishes those who wait for permission. This is the reality every serious founder has to accept.
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Where Is The Stock Market Headed In 2026?
Stock market outlook for 2026 examines valuations, earnings growth, bull and bear cases, and why elevated price/earnings ratios call for optimism with caution.
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Consume More Digital Media and Have A Beauty-Less Life
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Celebrating The Life of Martin Luther King Jr., American Hero and Christian Hero
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Trump Forces The New York Times’s Hand On Crime
The New York Times accuses Donald Trump of racial insensitivity over his Washington, D.C. crime crackdown while long downplaying black homicide victims and opposing the National Guard deployment that coincided with a sharp drop in murders.
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Massachusetts Still Below Pre-Pandemic Private-Sector Job Levels, Report Says
Massachusetts lost 182,000 residents from 2020 to 2025 and still has not recovered pre-pandemic private-sector job levels, a new report finds.
Fiscal Watchdog Slams Michelle Wu Over Rent Control Support
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu says she will vote for a statewide rent control ballot question, drawing sharp criticism from the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance.
Diana DiZoglio Asks SJC To Approve Outside Counsel Backed By Mike Minogue In Legislature Audit Fight
Auditor Diana DiZoglio is asking the Supreme Judicial Court to approve outside attorneys, funded by a Republican gubernatorial candidate, to pursue her lawsuit over auditing the Massachusetts Legislature.
Massachusetts Higher Ed Board Opens Door To Three-Year Bachelor’s Degrees
The Board of Higher Education approved a new regulation allowing Massachusetts colleges to pilot three-year bachelor’s degrees, a move supporters say could cut costs but critics warn may weaken academic quality.
Boston Physicians Group Denies Leftist Ties Cited in U.S. Senator Rand Paul Report
A Boston physicians group disputes Sen. Rand Paul’s claim that a $700,000 earmark funds left-wing activism, saying it is being wrongly linked to national advocacy positions.
DiZoglio Asks Court To Enforce Voter-Approved Legislative Audit Law
Auditor Diana DiZoglio took her legislative audit fight to court Tuesday, asking a single justice to break a legal logjam that she says has dragged on for more than a year.
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Culture
New England’s 10 Best-Kept Outdoor Secrets
Discover 10 of New England’s best kept outdoor secrets—from hidden coastlines to quiet trails. Abigail Hawthorne shares the quiet beauty still waiting to be found across all six states.
Top 10 Irish Pubs in Boston: Tradition, Taste, and Tunes
Discover Boston’s best Irish pubs—from historic landmarks to cozy neighborhood favorites. Enjoy authentic pints, live music, hearty fare, and vibrant local culture in these top-rated pubs.
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Top 10 Seafood Restaurants in Boston: Where the Ocean Meets Tradition
Discover the top 10 seafood restaurants in Boston, from historic oyster houses to modern raw bars. Experience the best of New England’s coastal cuisine with this guide to Boston’s seafood scene.
Oil, Oregano, and Tradition: The North End’s Best Italian Sub
A winter sandwich crawl through Boston’s North End ranks the best Italian subs at Bricco Salumeria, Monica’s Mercato, and Table Mercato, comparing flavor, authenticity, and value to crown a winner.
20 Best Tourist Attractions in New England You Must See
Explore the 20 best tourist attractions in New England, from historic landmarks to hidden gems. Discover why this region still offers America’s most unforgettable adventures.
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Faith
Free Enterprise Is Human Nature and Divinely Inspired
Catholic businessman Tim Busch argues that free enterprise aligns with Christian teaching, human dignity, and the Church’s duty to uplift the poor.
Massachusetts High Court To Hear Challenge Over Quincy First Responder Statues
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court will hear a lawsuit challenging Quincy’s plan to install statues of St. Michael and St. Florian at its new public safety headquarters, a dispute over religious symbolism and public space.
Left-Leaning $$ Floods Dedham Church As Anti-ICE Nativity Display Remains Up Weeks After Archdiocese Said Take It Down
A Dedham Catholic church says it has received an outpouring of left-leaning support and donations after refusing to remove an anti-ICE Nativity display ordered taken down by the Archdiocese of Boston.
Massachusetts Bill Would Eliminate Religious Vaccine Exemption
Doctors, lawyers, and faith leaders warn two Massachusetts bills ending the state’s religious vaccine exemption would harm students and violate rights.
Politics
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.
Charlie Kirk: Christian Martyr
Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA, was assassinated at age 31 for his unwavering Christian faith, not his politics. Known for sharing the Gospel at every rally, Kirk spoke with conviction and respect while opposing the transgender movement.
Education
Massachusetts Higher Ed Board Opens Door To Three-Year Bachelor’s Degrees
The Board of Higher Education approved a new regulation allowing Massachusetts colleges to pilot three-year bachelor’s degrees, a move supporters say could cut costs but critics warn may weaken academic quality.
Brian Shortsleeve Joins GOP Rivals In Opposing Males In Girls' Sports
Brian Shortsleeve joined fellow Republican gubernatorial candidates in opposing males competing in girls’ sports, backing a Pembroke mother after a recent track meet controversy.
Boys Help Girls' Field Hockey Teams Win Western Massachusetts Championships
A pair of boys helped their respective girls' field hockey teams win Western Massachusetts championships this past fall.
Judicial Watch Sues Barnstable Public Schools Over Firing Tied To Facebook Posts
Judicial Watch filed a federal lawsuit alleging Barnstable Public Schools violated the First Amendment by firing an associate principal over pre-employment Facebook posts.
Five Massachusetts Boys Have Won Girls’ Field Hockey League MVP Awards Since 2019
A look at five Massachusetts boys who have won MVP awards in girls’ high school field hockey leagues in recent years.