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Over 1.1 Million Massachusetts Voters Cast Ballots Early
More than 1.1 million Massachusetts voters have cast ballots early, but Secretary of State William Galvin says final turnout remains difficult to predict.
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Elizabeth Dionne Challenges Deb Goldberg Over Massachusetts Unclaimed Property System In Treasurer Debate
Republican Elizabeth Dionne challenged Treasurer Deb Goldberg over unclaimed property and the online lottery during a 12-minute debate ahead of Election Day. Copy
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Massachusetts Slammed For Giving Free Community College To Illegal Immigrants
Massachusetts Senate faces online criticism from Libs of TikTok and others for promoting free community college and financial aid for illegal immigrants.
Who’s Making Governor Maura Healey’s First Lady Rich, and What Do They Want From the Governor?
Joanna Lydgate’s nonprofit raised $33 million in 2024, raising questions about who gives and whether those donors have business before Healey’s administration.
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Massachusetts Super PAC Compares Gov Candidate Andrea James To Zohran Mamdani In Campaign Blitz
Massachusetts pro-life groups collected 97,276 signatures in an effort to suspend a new abortion law and put its repeal before voters in 2028.
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Massachusetts Pro-Life Groups Collect Over 97,000 Signatures To Challenge Late-Term Abortion Law
Massachusetts pro-life groups collected 97,276 signatures in an effort to suspend a new abortion law and put its repeal before voters in 2028.
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Group Questions Whether GBH Ballot Ads Require Campaign Finance Disclosures
GBH News faces questions about campaign finance disclosure rules for paid ballot-question ads as a conservative media critic challenges its political coverage.
Our Choice: Mike Minogue For Governor
NewBostonPost endorses Mike Minogue for Massachusetts governor, citing his plans to lower energy costs, expand education options and improve affordability.
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Anthropic Employees Donate Over $64,000 To Massachusetts State Campaigns
Anthropic employees donated more than $64,000 to Massachusetts candidates and political committees as lawmakers weighed new AI safety rules.
Mike Minogue Says Governor's Race Is 'Neck and Neck'
Republican Mike Minogue insists his race against Gov. Maura Healey is close despite two recent polls showing him trailing by over 20 points.
Maura Healey, Ed Markey Lead Big In Latest UMass Lowell Poll
A new UMass Lowell poll shows Healey and Markey far ahead in Massachusetts, a close vote on Question 3 and strong opposition to marijuana sales repeal.
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Plymouth State Rep Who Said ‘Nobody Is Illegal’ Seeks Second Term
State Representative Michelle Badger faces Republican David Golden after defending taxpayer-funded shelter for illegal immigrants during her 2024 campaign.
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Somerset State Rep Candidate Named In Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Over Somerset’s $3.45 Million Liens
Jamison Souza, who is challenging state Rep. Justin Thurber, is a defendant in a federal lawsuit over Somerset’s handling of zoning fines.
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With Election Looming, Maura Healey Says She Supports Legislative Audit
Gov. Maura Healey says she agrees with Republican Mike Minogue that Massachusetts lawmakers should comply with the voter-approved legislative audit.
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Boston Globe Endorses Republican Elizabeth Dionne Over Deb Goldberg
The Boston Globe has endorsed Republican Elizabeth Dionne for Massachusetts treasurer, citing Democratic incumbent Deb Goldberg's management failures.
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12 Massachusetts Sheriffs Warn Healey That PROTECT Act Poses Public Safety Risks
Twelve Massachusetts sheriffs urge Gov. Maura Healey to address public safety concerns over the PROTECT Act as Mike Minogue calls for changes.
Mike Minogue Calls On Maura Healey To Release Records On State Police Union Endorsement
Mike Minogue calls on Gov. Maura Healey to release communications with the State Police union amid questions about its endorsement and contract.
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IBEW Local 326 Leaders Endorse John Deaton For U.S. Senate
IBEW Local 326 leaders endorsed John Deaton for U.S. Senate after the union backed Mike Minogue for governor. Both Republicans trail in polling.
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What Nearly 59 Years of Marriage Has Taught Me About Love
After nearly 59 years of marriage, a grandfather shares a powerful lesson about love, sacrifice and choosing the right life partner.
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Lynn State Rep Candidate Peter Meaney’s Past Includes Two Reported OUI Arrests
Published accounts describe two OUI arrests involving Peter Meaney, the Democrat challenging Republican state Rep. Donald Wong.
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DOJ Election Monitors Expected in Boston and Lowell
U.S. Department of Justice election monitors are expected in Boston and Lowell for the November election, according to Massachusetts officials.
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Massachusetts Agrees To $10 Million Settlement Over Death Of Autistic Fall River Teen
Massachusetts agrees to a $10 million settlement with the family of David Almond, a 14-year-old autistic boy who died of starvation and neglect in 2020.
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Pembroke State Rep Candidate Compared Charlie Kirk’s Views To Nazi Beliefs After His Murder
Jessica Bradley Rushing compared Charlie Kirk’s views to Nazi beliefs after his murder and argued that political violence is not un-American.
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Give Massachusetts Parents Real Options: Opt Into The Federal Scholarship Tax Credit
A Massachusetts public school teacher and mother explains why she supports the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit and wants the state to opt in.
Endicott Football Crushes Nichols 86–0, Scores More Points Than It Allows Yards
Endicott crushed Nichols 86–0 Saturday, with 10 sacks, three defensive touchdowns and a huge day from Nick Ferguson.
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MBTA To Increase Red Line Speeds To 50 MPH From Braintree To JFK/UMass
The MBTA plans to increase Red Line speeds to 50 mph between North Quincy and JFK/UMass in the coming weeks, cutting travel times for riders.
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Retired Massachusetts Judge Faces Misconduct Charges After Jailing Lawyer During Court Hearing
A retired Massachusetts judge faces misconduct charges after ordering a defense attorney handcuffed and jailed during a March 2025 hearing.
Mike Minogue Says Governor's Race Is Close Despite Recent Polling
Republican Mike Minogue says his internal polling shows a single-digit race against Gov. Maura Healey despite public polls showing a wide gap.
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Massachusetts High Court Upholds Gun Restrictions For Adults Under 21
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court upheld the state's restrictions on handgun licenses for adults under 21. Two justices dissented.
5 More Massachusetts Democrats With Alcohol-Related Controversies
From Chappaquiddick to more recent incidents, here are five more Massachusetts Democrats who faced controversies involving alcohol.
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Maura Healey Vows To Veto Efforts To Weaken Question 1
Gov. Maura Healey says she supports Question 1 and will veto legislation that weakens the ballot measure expanding Massachusetts public records access.
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‘Liar’ Most Common Word Voters Use To Describe Maura Healey In New Poll
“Liar” topped voters’ descriptions of Gov. Maura Healey in a new UMass poll, but she still led Republican Mike Minogue by 25 points.
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Ron Mariano Balks At Gas Tax Suspension As Massachusetts Drivers Pay $4.27 Per Gallon
Massachusetts House leaders Ron Mariano and Aaron Michlewitz oppose Gov. Maura Healey's proposed gas tax holiday despite broad public support for the plan.
Greenfield Lesbian Bar To Host Furry Rave This Weekend
Last Ditch in Greenfield plans a furry rave Saturday, October 24, with a sliding-scale cover charge and admission limited to adults 21 and older.
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Massachusetts Is Ignoring Marijuana Health Risks As Use Soars
Massachusetts doctors warn that the state has failed to address rising marijuana-related health problems, especially among children, despite soaring sales and tax revenue.
Maura Healey Blames Mike Minogue for Shawn Oliver’s OUI Arrest While Her Own Party Has Plenty of Drunks
Maura Healey calls Mike Minogue’s campaign “chaos” after Shawn Oliver’s OUI arrest. Her own party chairman kept his job after an OUI case.
