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Western Massachusetts Bakery Sparks Backlash With Anti-ICE Cookies
A western Massachusetts bakery sparked online controversy after selling cookies with a profane message targeting ICE, drawing backlash and support on social media.
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New England Could Save Hundreds of Billions By Ditching Wind and Solar Mandates, Study Says
New England residents could save hundreds of billions of dollars and reduce the risk of power blackouts by abandoning state-mandated wind and solar projects in favor of nuclear power and natural gas, a new regional energy study finds.
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Massachusetts Ranks Bottom Five In U-Haul Growth Index Again
Massachusetts ranked 46th in U-Haul’s 2026 Growth Index, remaining in the bottom five nationally as policy groups warn high taxes and rising costs are driving residents out.
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Massachusetts Community Makes Transgender Democrat Its City Council President
The North Adams City Council voted to elect a transgender male as council president. Ashley Shade outlined political views, budget priorities, and plans for the upcoming term.
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Fiscal Watchdog Warns Massachusetts Falling Behind As Other States Cut Income Taxes
The Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance warned that Massachusetts is becoming less competitive as other states cut income tax rates, urging voters to support a ballot question to lower taxes.
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Massachusetts Attorney General Sues Trump Administration Over Gender Transitions For Minors
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell joined other states in suing the Trump administration over federal restrictions on gender-related medical treatments for minors and potential Medicaid penalties for providers.
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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.
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Federal Judge Orders Lexington Schools To Opt Kindergartener Out Of LGBTQ-Themed Books
Federal judge orders Lexington Public Schools to opt a kindergartener out of LGBTQ-themed books, finding the district likely violated the family’s First Amendment religious rights.