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Tom Joyce is a seasoned journalist and political commentator with a rich background in covering politics, sports, and pop culture. Since 2019, Tom has been a prominent contributor to NewBostonPost.
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If you've ever wanted to rent a private island in Massachusetts, now is your chance. A listing on Airbnb in Douglas, Massachusetts is labeled as "Private Island Retreat In State Forest," as MassLive.com reports. The rental is for Dodd Island. It includes two cottages, and
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President Donald Trump recently made an endorsement in the New Hampshire First Congressional district race. Of the five Republicans running in the race against incumbent Democrat Chris Pappas, Trump picked Matt Mowers.
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This year's sales tax holiday in Massachusetts is set for August 29 and August 30, but is it good policy? Retail items for personal use valued up to $2,500 will be exempt from the state's 6.25 percent sales tax. The tax break does not
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New Hampshire racing officials say there will be a NASCAR race in August — with fans. New Hampshire Motor Speedway will have fans in the stands for its NASCAR Cup Series race on August 2 — which may be the first major sporting event in New England to have fans in attendance
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In Maine, out-of-staters are welcome back at hotels — with a catch. As of Friday, June 26, to be allowed to stay at a hotel in Maine, someone either has to provide proof that he tested positive for coronavirus or be willing to quarantine for 14 days to prevent the virus
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On Independence Day, Americans in all 50 states will light off fireworks. In only one of those states, however, all consumer fireworks are illegal: Massachusetts.
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In Massachusetts, there is overwhelming support for the Black Lives Matter movement, according to a recent poll conducted by Suffolk University. It surveyed 500 Bay State residents and found that 85 percent of them either support or strongly support the movement. In contrast, 10 percent said they oppose or strongly
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Former Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick won't be elected president of the United States this year, but some people in Kentucky made it clear they wish he were still a candidate this week. Patrick dropped out of the Democratic presidential primary February 12 after a lackluster showing in New