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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.
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...
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Boston To Honor Marathon Runner Who Came In 46th Place In The Non-Binary Division
The runner who came in 46th out of 72 runners in the non-binary division of the Boston Marathon will receive an award from the City of Boston.
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New Balance Chairman Drops $1 Million On Josh Kraft Super PAC In Boston Mayor Race
By Gintautas Dumcius Commonwealth Beacon JIM DAVIS, the multi-billionaire chairman of shoemaker New Balance, is once again opening up his wallet and wading into Boston politics. Earlier this month, he sent $1 million to an outside group supporting Josh Kraft’s bid to unseat Mayor Michelle Wu, according to campaign
Editorials
A Modest Proposal For Solving The Dust-Up Between Harvard and Donald Trump
In the great divide between Harvard and President Donald Trump, there’s a middle-ground solution that hardly anyone seems to be contemplating. It’s a simple fix, and can endure long into the future.
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Massachusetts Tax Exodus: Accountants Report High Taxes Driving Businesses Away
Accountants in Massachusetts say high taxes are still driving people and businesses out of the state.
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Three-Year Degrees in Massachusetts: State Board of Higher Education Considers Draft Rules
Sam Drysdale State House News Service The issue of whether to allow colleges and universities in Massachusetts to offer three-year bachelor's degrees, reducing the typical 120-credit requirement, continues to raise questions among members of the Massachusetts Board of Higher Education.
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Massachusetts Democrats Kill Transgender Athlete Ban With Procedural Move
Sam Drysdale State House News Service
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Five Questions For Marcelo Mayer: Boston Red Sox Prospect (Part 2)
When people think of the Boston Red Sox farm system, Marcelo Mayer comes to mind. MLB.com ranks the infielder as the 12th-best prospect in Major League Baseball. His top prospect status has been consistent over the past four years, as he has been 15th or better in MLB.com&
Commentary
Barack Obama Had His Own Version of DOGE – And A Key Player To Run It
On June 13, 2011, then-President Barack Obama woke up to the following headline in The Washington Post in his morning news briefing: “For Republican candidates hoping to win the White House in 2012, the best message may also be the simplest: I’m not President Obama”
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Tributes Pour In for Kitty Dukakis, Wife of Former Massachusetts Governor, Dead at 88
Kitty Dukakis, wife of former Massachusetts governor and 1988 Democratic presidential nominee Michael Dukakis, died from dementia complications on March 21 at her home in Brookline. She was 88.
Jake Auchincloss Says Democrats Can’t Win With 'Diet Coke' Populism
Congressman Jake Auchincloss (D-Newton) thinks his party has a problem, but he doesn't think the solution is to copy what worked for the Republican Party.
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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.
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.