Tag: Massachusetts
Minimum Age Requirement for Correctional Officers in Massachusetts is now 19
Well, well, well, it looks like the Massachusetts Department of Correction has decided to shake things up a bit by lowering the age requirement for correctional officers. Now, 19-year-olds can join the ranks, aiming...
Harvard Square Kiosk Reopening Celebration in Cambridge
The city is gearing up for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new Cambridge KiOSK in Harvard Square happening next Friday, May 30 at 10 a.m. The iconic kiosk, which has been closed for over...
Tufts student released from ICE detention in Massachusetts
Rümeysa Öztürk, the Tufts University student who was grabbed by ICE agents in Somerville, has finally been ordered to be set free by a federal judge in Vermont. The poor girl has been stuck...
Ex-Marine Pleads Guilty for False Purple Heart Application
A former U.S. Marine, Paul John Herbert, 54, from Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts, recently admitted to deceiving the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) by submitting false claims of being injured by an improvised explosive...
Pediatric Flu Complications: Massachusetts Officials Issue Warning
A recent advisory issued by Massachusetts public health officials has raised concerns about a potential increase in pediatric flu-related neurological complications in the state. The Department of Public Health highlighted a rise in cases...
Reducing Energy Costs: Healey & Lawmakers Urge DPU Action
As the chill of winter sets in, residents across Massachusetts are feeling the heat from skyrocketing energy costs. Governor Maura Healey and state lawmakers are taking action, urging the Department of Public Utilities (DPU)...
Man Charged with Abusive Sexual Contact on Boston Flight
The recent incident involving Jonathan Alan Lefman, a 46-year-old man from Newton, has sparked outrage and concern among passengers on a JetBlue flight from Puerto Rico to Boston. Lefman stands accused of engaging in...
Municipal Tax Increase Bill for Meals and Lodging
The Municipal Empowerment Act, a bill allowing cities and towns to increase taxes on meals and lodging, has resurfaced in the political arena. The refiling of this legislation by the Gov. Maura Healey administration...
Rescued Dogs from California Fires Find Refuge in Massachusetts
In a heartwarming gesture of compassion and solidarity, the MSPCA-Angell has stepped up to offer refuge to nine dogs affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. These furry survivors, hailing from the Pasadena...
Wu Launches Access to Counsel Program to Fight Housing Displacement
Mayor Michelle Wu Launches Access to Counsel Program to Fight Housing Displacement
Mayor Michelle Wu of Boston has made a groundbreaking announcement that is set to change the lives of many families in the city....
Massachusetts to Repay $2.1 Billion Misspent in Deal with Feds
Massachusetts to Repay $2.1 Billion Misspent in Deal with Feds
Massachusetts has found itself in a financial quagmire, facing a $2.1 billion repayment to the federal government due to the mismanagement of pandemic relief funds...
Teen Dancers Compete in Prestigious Ballet Competition in Massachusetts
Teen Ballet Dancers Shine at Prestigious Competition
More than 400 young ballet dancers recently gathered in Worcester, Massachusetts, for the Youth America Grand Prix auditions, a prestigious competition that draws talent from across the Northeast....
Teen Saves Duck Hunter’s Life in Massachusetts Water Rescue
Teen's Quick Thinking Saves Duck Hunter's Life in Massachusetts Water Rescue
Authorities in Marion are praising a quick-thinking teenager for his heroic actions that helped save the life of a duck hunter who fell into...
MBTA Red Line Shuttle Bus Service Due to Disabled Train
Local News: MBTA Red Line Shuttle Bus Service Disruption
Shuttle buses were in full swing on Monday between Alewife and Harvard stations as a disabled train near Davis caused chaos for commuters. The MBTA made...
Brigham and Women’s Doctor Faces Rape Charges: Hundreds of Assaults Accusations
Brigham and Women's Doctor Faces Rape Charges: Hundreds of Assaults Accusations
In a shocking turn of events, Dr. Derrick Todd, a once-prominent physician at Brigham and Women's Hospital, is facing serious allegations of sexual assault....
Armed Man Arrested for Threatening to ‘Vaporize’ People on Martha’s Vineyard
Armed Man Threatens to 'Vaporize' People on Martha's Vineyard
A retired NYPD officer, David Anthony Capato, 57, of Edgartown, was arrested for making terroristic threats and brandishing firearms at the Steamship Authority terminal in Vineyard...
Gov. Healey’s State of the Commonwealth Address Summary
**Gov. Healey's State of the Commonwealth Address Highlights**
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey delivered a powerful State of the Commonwealth address, emphasizing the state's accomplishments and outlining future priorities. The address, delivered at the State House...
Key insights from Healey’s 2025 State of the Commonwealth speech
Key Insights from Healey's 2025 State of the Commonwealth Speech
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey recently delivered a State of the Commonwealth speech that outlined her administration's plans for the future. In her address, Healey highlighted...
Pressley and Civil Rights Advocates Rally in Boston for ‘Community Over Chaos’
Pressley and Civil Rights Advocates Rally in Boston for 'Community Over Chaos'
Local politicians and civil rights advocates gathered at Boston Common Friday afternoon ahead of both Martin Luther King Jr. Day and the second...
Proposed Changes to Right-to-Shelter Law: Mass. Residency Requirement
Proposed Changes to Right-to-Shelter Law: Mass. Residency Requirement
Governor Maura Healey is pushing for significant changes to Massachusetts' right-to-shelter law, aiming to address safety concerns and the strain on the current system. The proposed amendments...
Justice served: Serial rapist sentenced to 22 years for West Springfield attacks
Ali Ghaffar, a 23-year-old man from West Springfield, has been sentenced to 22 years in prison after pleading guilty to raping six women in the area in 2021 and 2022. The court documents revealed...
Tragic Incident: Massachusetts Woman Fatally Struck by Car at Ocean State Job Lot in...
**Tragic Incident: Massachusetts Woman Fatally Struck by Car at Ocean State Job Lot in Rhode Island**
A devastating tragedy unfolded in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, as a Massachusetts woman lost her life after being struck by...
New MBTA Zoning Act Guidelines Issued by State Following SJC Ruling
State Issues New Guidelines for MBTA Zoning Act After SJC Ruling
In a recent development, the state has issued emergency regulations for the MBTA Communities Act following a ruling by the Supreme Judicial Court (SJC)....
27 Kohl’s locations closing, including Mass. store
**27 Kohl's locations closing, including Massachusetts store**
Kohl's, the retail giant, has recently announced the closure of 27 "underperforming" locations, including the Stoughton store in Massachusetts. This decision comes as part of the company's efforts...
New Homeowner Tax Relief Proposal with Potential Rebates by Wu
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu Proposes New Tax Relief Plan with Potential Rebates
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has unveiled a new tax relief proposal aimed at helping residents cope with significant spikes in residential...
Massachusetts Joins Justice Department Lawsuit Against Property Management Platform
Renting: Massachusetts Joins Justice Department Lawsuit Against Property Management Platform
Massachusetts has taken a bold step by joining the Justice Department and nine other states in a lawsuit against a property management software company and...
Two Men Arrested for Racist Graffiti in New Hampshire
Two Men Arrested for Racist Graffiti in New Hampshire
Police in New Hampshire have apprehended two individuals from East Falmouth, Massachusetts, suspected of defacing multiple buildings in Laconia and Gilford with racist and obscene graffiti....
Macy’s Store in Massachusetts Closing Along with Dozens Across the United States
Macy’s Store in Massachusetts Closing Along with Dozens Across the United States
A Macy’s location at the Kingston Collection shopping center is closing this year along with 65 other Macy’s stores in the U.S., the...
Beware of ‘Smishing’ Scams: MassDOT Issues Warning
**Beware of 'Smishing' Scams: MassDOT Issues Warning**
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) is warning customers to be wary of potential text message scams, which have become more common. The scams are known as “smishing,”...
Private Equity Firm Acquires Kelly’s Roast Beef: What It Means for the Iconic Brand
**Private Equity Firm Acquires Kelly's Roast Beef: A New Chapter for an Iconic Brand**
In a significant development for the local culinary scene, Kelly's Roast Beef, a beloved 74-year-old chain renowned for its mouthwatering sandwiches...
Community Vigil Honors Young Dancer Stabbed to Death in Brockton
Community Honors Kyre Ambrose with Vigil and Balloon Release
In a tragic turn of events, the Brockton community came together on Tuesday night to honor the memory of Kyre Ambrose, a talented young dancer who...
SJC Rules MBTA Communities Act Legal, Yet Unenforceable
MBTA Communities Act Ruled Legal, Yet Unenforceable by SJC
In a groundbreaking decision, the Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) ruled that the controversial MBTA Communities Act is constitutionally sound and can be legally enforced by the...
Grants for Nonprofits: Healey Allocates $5M to Safeguard Against Hate Crimes & Terror
**Grants for Nonprofits: Governor Healey Allocates $5M to Safeguard Against Hate Crimes & Terror**
In a proactive move to protect nonprofits from hate crimes and terror attacks, Governor Maura Healey has allocated nearly $5 million...
Joshua Levy to Step Down as U.S. Attorney for Massachusetts
United States Attorney Joshua Levy Announces Departure from Massachusetts
United States Attorney Joshua Levy has declared his resignation from his position as the top federal prosecutor in Massachusetts, effective January 17. Levy, who took over...
Investigation: Feds Probing Cape Cod State Representative for Alleged Misconduct
Federal prosecutors have launched an investigation into Democratic state representative Chris Flanagan from Cape Cod for potential criminal activity related to his election campaign. The Barnstable police received a report in October 2023, sparking...
Boston Police Officer Suspended After Christmas Day Incident
Boston Police Officer Suspended After Christmas Day Incident
Terrence Muarry, a 31-year-old Boston police officer, has recently been suspended by the Peace Officers Standards and Training Commission (POST) after facing serious charges related...
Biden Awards Presidential Citizens Medal to 20 Honorees, Including Mass. Civil Rights Attorney and...
Biden Awards Presidential Citizens Medal to 20 Honorees, Including Mass. Civil Rights Attorney and Malden Philanthropist
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden honored 20 outstanding individuals with the prestigious Presidential Citizens Medal on Thursday, recognizing their...
Why 500+ Readers Want Jerod Mayo to Step Down: Explained
Readers Call for Jerod Mayo to Step Down
Boston.com readers are calling for the New England Patriots to part ways with Jerod Mayo after just one season, expressing concerns about the team's performance and Mayo's...
Ex-Cape Cod Cop Admits Guilt in Child Porn Case
Ex-Cape Cod Cop Admits Guilt in Child Porn Case
A former Brewster police officer found himself entangled in a disturbing web of child pornography allegations that shocked the local community. Matthew B. Marshall, the disgraced...
Man in Cape Charged for Shooting at Tree Workers
Man in Cape Arrested for Shooting at Tree Workers
In a shocking turn of events, a 34-year-old man from Marstons Mills has been taken into custody after allegedly firing an air rifle at tree workers...