Four MBTA Bus Cameras Caught 26,000 Violations During 30-Day Pilot
Automated cameras on four MBTA buses caught 26,000 bus lane and bus stop violations during a 30-day pilot program in February.
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Massachusetts High Court To Consider Gun License ‘Suitability’ Standard Legality
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court will hear a challenge to the state’s gun licensing suitability standard next month.
Western Mass Communist Group Angry At Boston Globe Over Last Ditch Lesbian Bar Story
A Western Massachusetts communist group issued a lengthy, angry statement about The Boston Globe over its story about a lesbian bar making masks optional one night a week.
Boys Help Two Massachusetts Girls’ Volleyball Teams Start Season Undefeated
South Shore Tech and Southbridge girls’ volleyball are undefeated this season, with boys making key contributions for both teams.
Democrats, Republicans Criticize Maura Healey Gas Tax Holiday Proposal
Democrats question the cost and timing of Maura Healey’s two-month gas tax holiday. Her Republican opponent says it would end too soon.
Affordability Takes Center Stage in Massachusetts Governor's Race
High housing, energy and tax costs are shaping the 2026 Massachusetts governor's race as Maura Healey and Mike Minogue offer different approaches to relief.
Maura Healey Endorses Starter Home Ballot Question
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey endorsed Question 7, the ballot question that would allow single-family homes to be built on smaller lots.
Maura Healey Wants To Suspend The Gas Tax; Beacon Hill Wasn’t So Concerned When Gas Hit $5 In 2022
Gov. Maura Healey wants to suspend Massachusetts’ gas tax for two months, but Beacon Hill lawmakers rejected a gas tax holiday in 2022 and previously backed gas tax increases.
Hollywood Vampires Documentary Premieres In Boston With Alice Cooper and Joe Perry
Members of the Hollywood Vampires and other rock stars gathered in Boston for the premiere of “Unleashed Spirits,” a new documentary about the supergroup.
What Will the Red Sox Wild Card Roster Look Like?
A look at the Boston Red Sox’s likely Wild Card Series roster, including Braiden Ward, Garrett Crochet, Tanner Houck, Alec Gamboa, and the team’s bullpen decisions.
Poll: Most Massachusetts Residents Say State Is a Good Place To Live, But Unaffordable
Most Massachusetts residents view the state as a good place to live, but many say high costs make it unaffordable, a new poll found.
Maura Healey Calls For Gas Tax Suspension Days After Mike Minogue
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has called for suspending the state gas tax just days after her Republican opponent Mike Minogue also called for it.
Lindsay Clancy Trial Fuels Push For New Maternal Mental Health Laws
The Lindsay Clancy trial is adding momentum to a years-long rise in maternal mental health legislation, including new proposals in Massachusetts and other states.
Braiden Ward's Speed And Defense Could Give Red Sox Flexibility This Postseason
Braiden Ward’s speed could make him a postseason weapon for the Red Sox, but his defense may make him more than just a pinch runner. Ward and WooSox manager Iggy Suarez spoke to NewBostonPost about Ward's defense.
Diana DiZoglio Audit Finds Long Wait Times, Delayed Unemployment Benefits In Massachusetts
A state audit found long call waits, delayed first payments and complaint-management problems at the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance.
Prediction Markets Give Maura Healey Big Edge Over Mike Minogue In Massachusetts Governor’s Race
Kalshi and Polymarket give Gov. Maura Healey a large edge over Republican Mike Minogue in the 2026 Massachusetts governor’s race.
Transgender Athlete Excelling On Maine High School Girls' Soccer Team
A male freshman who identifies as a transgender girl has scored at least five goals for South Portland High School’s girls varsity soccer team this season.
Meet The Candidates: Tyler Macallister, Republican Congressional Candidate For Massachusetts’ 9th District
Meet Tyler Macallister, the Republican candidate for Congress in Massachusetts’ 9th District. Macallister discusses fishing, offshore wind, energy policy and his campaign priorities.
SJC Again Upholds MBTA Communities Housing Law
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court rejected the town of Marshfield's challenge to the MBTA Communities Act housing law last week, rejecting every argument it made.
Massachusetts Sheds 7,100 Jobs In August As Losses Mount
Massachusetts has lost over 10,000 jobs in the past two months, according to the latest jobs report from the state.
Mike Minogue Calls For Massachusetts Gas Tax Holiday As Prices Top $4.40
Massachusetts Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue has called for an immediate gas tax holiday amid rising gas prices and global turmoil.
Some MassHealth Members Could Lose Coverage Under Trump Work Requirements, State Says
Massachusetts estimates about 175,000 people will lose MassHealth coverage because of new federal work and education requirements and six-month eligibility checks beginning in 2027.
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Eight Questions With Worcester Red Sox Pitcher Blake Wehunt
Worcester Red Sox pitcher Blake Wehunt spoke with NewBostonPost about his increased velocity, growing up on a chicken farm, his Christian faith, hunting and playing as himself in MLB The Show.
Nigerian National In Lynn Charged With Illegally Voting In Federal Elections
Federal prosecutors charged a Nigerian national living in Lynn with illegally voting in the 2022 midterm election. Officials say she also voted in the 2024 presidential primary.
Trump Administration Investigates Algonquin Regional High School Over Alleged Secret Gender Transition
The Trump administration has launched an investigation into Northborough-Southborough schools over allegations that Algonquin Regional High School helped socially transition a student without her parents’ knowledge or consent.
Maura Healey Wants Increased Maternal Mental Health Spending Following Lindsay Clancy Trial
Gov. Maura Healey is proposing expanded postpartum mental health screening, home visits and provider support following the Lindsay Clancy trial and mistrial.
Massachusetts Teachers Union Biggest Donor To Yes On 9 Gun Control Effort
The Massachusetts Teachers Association gave $500,000 to the campaign supporting Question 9, making the teachers union the biggest donor to the effort to keep the state's 2024 gun law.
Massachusetts Pro-Life Groups Seek Signatures To Repeal New Late-Term Abortion Law
Massachusetts pro-life groups are recruiting volunteers to put a repeal of the state’s new abortion law before voters in 2028.
Massachusetts Rep. John Gaskey Plans Parental Rights Bill After DCF Gender Identity Case
State Rep. John Gaskey says he is preparing legislation to protect parental rights after a Catholic family said Massachusetts took custody of their daughter.
Group Launches 2028 Ballot Effort To Restrict Massachusetts Data Centers
A new Massachusetts ballot committee wants to require data centers to win two-thirds approval from host communities and meet other rules.
Elizabeth Dionne Blasts Deb Goldberg Over Shannon O’Brien Dispute
Republican treasurer candidate Elizabeth Dionne is tying the Shannon O’Brien controversy to Treasurer Deb Goldberg as the two trade attacks ahead of November.
5 Great Apple Picking Spots in Massachusetts To Visit This Fall
Looking for apple picking in Massachusetts? Here are five orchards to visit in 2026, with cider donuts, hayrides, farm animals and more.
Pro-Mike Minogue Super PAC Launches Statewide Ad Push Against Maura Healey
Massachusetts First PAC is promoting a statewide ad against Maura Healey, blaming her for rising costs as it backs Republican Mike Minogue.
Nancy Mace Calls For Lindsay Clancy To Be Publicly Executed
U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace says Lindsay Clancy should face a public execution for killing her three young children in Duxbury.
Katherine Clark Accuses Trump Of Trying To Bribe Voters With $5,000 Checks
U.S. Rep. Katherine Clark says President Donald Trump is trying to bribe voters after he promised $5,000 payments if Republicans keep control of Congress.
Meet The Candidates: Lisa Mair, Republican State Rep Candidate For The 12th Worcester District
Meet Lisa Mair, a Republican candidate for state representative in Massachusetts’ 12th Worcester District. Mair is a nutritionist and Berlin-Boylston Regional School Committee member.
