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State Auditor Diana DiZoglio Appeals To State Attorney General Andrea Campbell In Bid To Audit Massachusetts Legislature

By Chris Lisinski State House News Service

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Kelly Ayotte Blames Massachusetts For Fentanyl Problems In New Hampshire

Former U.S. Senator Kelly Ayotte (R-New Hampshire) recently blamed Massachusetts for New Hampshire's opioid problems. Ayotte, who is running for governor of New Hampshire, claimed drugs are entering her state via Massachusetts.

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‘Very Docile’ Boa Constrictor Loose In Lexington

A boa constrictor is on an escapade in Lexington, reports NBC Boston. The snake, which is thought to be someone's pet, was spotted on Wednesday, July 26. Lexington police released a picture Wednesday night.

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Bernie Sanders Introducing $17-An-Hour Minimum Wage Bill

U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) plans to introduce a bill in Congress that would raise the federal minimum wage to $17 an hour from $7.25. With U.S. Representative Robert Scott (D-Virginia), he plans to introduce the Raise the Wage Act of 2023. It would gradually raise the

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Heat Warning For Most of Massachusetts

A heat advisory is scheduled to go into effect on Thursday, July 27, with predicted temperatures of near 100 degrees Fahrenheit. "Highs mid 80s to low 90s. Dangerous heat late this week into Saturday. Make sure to stay cool & hydrated!" the National Weather Service office in Norton

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Red Sox Run Into Ultra-Rare 8-3-5 Triple Play

The Boston Red Sox managed to do something last night that hasn't happened since 1884, and it wasn't good. With men on second and first and no outs, Triston Casas hit a long popup that the Atlanta Braves' centerfielder came in to catch on the

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Maura Healey Makes Endorsement In New Hampshire Governor’s Race

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is getting involved in the New Hampshire gubernatorial race. Healey endorsed Joyce Craig, the Democratic mayor of Manchester, New Hampshire.

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Three Massachusetts Casinos Fined For Illegal Sports Wagers

By Colin Young State House News Service