In Liam Morrison Case, Middleborough's Anti-Free-Speech Police Strike Again
Back in 2012, the town made national headlines for passing a bylaw at Town Meeting to enforce a 1968 law that allowed police to issue $20 fines for public profanity. The message was clear then and it’s even clearer now: speech that offends delicate sensibilities has no place in Middleborough.
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Boston Public Library Hosting Several Drag Queen Makeup Tutorials For Teens This Month
Boston Public Library branches will be hosting five drag queen makeup tutorial events for teenagers to commemorate June, which it recognizes as Pride Month.
Just 37 Percent of Massachusetts Residents Say Maura Healey Deserves To Be Re-Elected, Poll Says
Less than half of Massachusetts residents approve of Governor Maura Healey and even fewer say she deserves to be re-elected, according to a recent University of New Hampshire poll.
Two Transgender Track Athletes Won State Titles This Past Weekend
A pair of transgender athletes won girls’ outdoor track and field state championships this past weekend.
Trump Pardons Former Connecticut Governor John Rowland
Former Connecticut Governor John Rowland, a Republican whose career collapsed under the weight of corruption charges and two federal prison stints, has received a pardon from President Donald Trump.
Several Massachusetts Media Members Donated To Democrats In 2024
Members of the Bay State's media have donated thousands of dollars to liberal Democratic politicians in recent years, something NewBostonPost has previously reported.
Quincy Residents Sue City Over Saint Statues Planned For Public Safety Building
A group of Quincy residents is suing the city in state court to stop the installation of statues depicting two Catholic saints in front of a new $175 million public safety building...
One Fourth of July Parade This Year, Not Two
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Congressional Intern From Massachusetts Shot and Killed
A 21-year-old man from Granby, Massachusetts, was shot and killed Monday night in Washington, D.C., just weeks after starting a congressional internship.
Commentary
Boston Judge Putting Illegal Immigrants Above The Law
A federal judge in Boston is ignoring a Supreme Court ruling and blocking the deportation of eight violent illegal immigrants. That should concern anyone who believes in the rule of law.
Culture
Five Best North Shore Beaches In Massachusetts
The North Shore has some of the best coastal spots in the state — clean water, quieter crowds, and great views of the Atlantic. Whether you're looking for a long beach walk, a family outing, or just a place to cool off without driving all the way to Cape Cod, the North Shore delivers.
Commentary
Decorum In Driver’s Ed? What The Driving Instructor Said
I have three teen girls who enjoy a good drama or rom-com, and we’re no strangers to the Pride and Prejudice movie with Keira Knightley (2005). It’s a fun watch, and there’s something intriguing and compelling about the period, costumes, balls, etc. The tale is set just over...
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At Least Nine State Championships In Girls’ Sports Went To Males This Past School Year
At least nine high school state titles in girls’ sports were won by male athletes during the 2024-2025 school year across five states: Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, California, and Washington.
News
Five Massachusetts Politicians Who Have Advocated For Fireworks Legalization
When it comes to fireworks, Massachusetts is an outlier. It's the only state where all consumer fireworks are illegal. Here are some politicians who want to change that.
News
Every Town Cape Cod State Rep Represents Calls For His Resignation In Wake of No-Shows After Criminal Charges
Every town State Representative Chris Flanagan (D-Dennis) represents has now formally asked him to resign from the Massachusetts House of Representatives.
News
Massachusetts Lawmaker Proposes Detransition Coverage, Ban On Youth Gender Transitions
State Rep. John Gaskey (R-Carver) is pushing a pair of new bills related to transgender issues on Beacon Hill. One would make detransitioning less expensive, while the other would restrict so-called gender-affirming care for minors and some young adults.
News
Elizabeth Warren Endorses Ed Markey's Re-Election Bid
Fellow U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Cambridge) endorsed the 78-year-old Markey's bid to serve another six-year term. Markey turns 80 in July 2026, meaning he'd be 86 at the end of another term. Meanwhile, Warren is 76 and will be 81 at the end of her current term.
News
Congressional Intern From Massachusetts Shot and Killed
A 21-year-old man from Granby, Massachusetts, was shot and killed Monday night in Washington, D.C., just weeks after starting a congressional internship.
At Least Nine State Championships In Girls’ Sports Went To Males This Past School Year
At least nine high school state titles in girls’ sports were won by male athletes during the 2024-2025 school year across five states: Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, California, and Washington.
Five Massachusetts Politicians Who Have Advocated For Fireworks Legalization
When it comes to fireworks, Massachusetts is an outlier. It's the only state where all consumer fireworks are illegal. Here are some politicians who want to change that.
Every Town Cape Cod State Rep Represents Calls For His Resignation In Wake of No-Shows After Criminal Charges
Every town State Representative Chris Flanagan (D-Dennis) represents has now formally asked him to resign from the Massachusetts House of Representatives.
Massachusetts Lawmaker Proposes Detransition Coverage, Ban On Youth Gender Transitions
State Rep. John Gaskey (R-Carver) is pushing a pair of new bills related to transgender issues on Beacon Hill. One would make detransitioning less expensive, while the other would restrict so-called gender-affirming care for minors and some young adults.
Elizabeth Warren Endorses Ed Markey's Re-Election Bid
Fellow U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Cambridge) endorsed the 78-year-old Markey's bid to serve another six-year term. Markey turns 80 in July 2026, meaning he'd be 86 at the end of another term. Meanwhile, Warren is 76 and will be 81 at the end of her current term.
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Culture
Five Best North Shore Beaches In Massachusetts
The North Shore has some of the best coastal spots in the state — clean water, quieter crowds, and great views of the Atlantic. Whether you're looking for a long beach walk, a family outing, or just a place to cool off without driving all the way to Cape Cod, the North Shore delivers.
Decorum In Driver’s Ed? What The Driving Instructor Said
I have three teen girls who enjoy a good drama or rom-com, and we’re no strangers to the Pride and Prejudice movie with Keira Knightley (2005). It’s a fun watch, and there’s something intriguing and compelling about the period, costumes, balls, etc. The tale is set just over...
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At Least Nine State Championships In Girls’ Sports Went To Males This Past School Year
At least nine high school state titles in girls’ sports were won by male athletes during the 2024-2025 school year across five states: Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, California, and Washington.
Five Massachusetts Politicians Who Have Advocated For Fireworks Legalization
When it comes to fireworks, Massachusetts is an outlier. It's the only state where all consumer fireworks are illegal. Here are some politicians who want to change that.
Five Best Cape Cod Beaches
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Faith
Why I Am Not Flying The Rainbow Flag This Month
Quincy Residents Sue City Over Saint Statues Planned For Public Safety Building
A group of Quincy residents is suing the city in state court to stop the installation of statues depicting two Catholic saints in front of a new $175 million public safety building...
Seven Things Pope Leo Can Do To Be Better Than Pope Francis
The new pontiff elected Thursday, May 8 is Pope Leo XIV. America's first pope, the former Cardinal Robert Prevost grew up just south of Chicago. He is a Chicago White Sox fan and a Villanova University alumnus.
Massachusetts Leaders React: Mourning Pope Francis's Death
Pope Francis died early Monday morning, prompting sadness and grief aross the world. The 88-year-old, who had served since 2013, suffered a stroke and heart failure. He had also been dealing with chronic lung problems.
Politics
Five Massachusetts Politicians Who Have Advocated For Fireworks Legalization
When it comes to fireworks, Massachusetts is an outlier. It's the only state where all consumer fireworks are illegal. Here are some politicians who want to change that.
Every Town Cape Cod State Rep Represents Calls For His Resignation In Wake of No-Shows After Criminal Charges
Every town State Representative Chris Flanagan (D-Dennis) represents has now formally asked him to resign from the Massachusetts House of Representatives.
Scott Brown Announces U.S. Senate Bid In New Hampshire
Former U.S. Sen. Scott Brown (R-Massachusetts) entered the 2026 race for U.S. Senate in New Hampshire on Wednesday, saying he wants a “better America” and a “new generation of leadership” in Washington.
Massachusetts Unemployment Rate Climbs To Highest Mark Since 2021
The unemployment rate in Massachusetts has reached its highest level during Governor Maura Healey’s time in office, and critics are pointing to her administration’s policies as a driving factor.
Education
At Least Nine State Championships In Girls’ Sports Went To Males This Past School Year
At least nine high school state titles in girls’ sports were won by male athletes during the 2024-2025 school year across five states: Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, California, and Washington.
Newton South Math Problem Asks Freshmen How Systemic Racism Causes Higher Incarceration Rates
A recent freshman math assignment given to students at Newton South High School is drawing criticism for encouraging students to connect incarceration rates with what it called systemic racism.
Feds Expand Homeschool Support For Families
The U.S. Department of Defense is expanding homeschool support for families in accordance with a January 29 executive order President Donald Trump issued called "Expanding Educational Freedom and Opportunity for Families."
In Liam Morrison Case, Middleborough's Anti-Free-Speech Police Strike Again
Back in 2012, the town made national headlines for passing a bylaw at Town Meeting to enforce a 1968 law that allowed police to issue $20 fines for public profanity. The message was clear then and it’s even clearer now: speech that offends delicate sensibilities has no place in Middleborough.
Two Transgender Track Athletes Won State Titles This Past Weekend
A pair of transgender athletes won girls’ outdoor track and field state championships this past weekend.