Massachusetts tax-free weekend: What’s included and what’s not
Massachusetts’ tax-free weekend is back. Most personal-use purchases qualify, but some items and big-ticket buys still face tax.
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Massachusetts pension fund nears $130B, as payouts top $300K
For the fourth time in a row, the Massachusetts Pension Reserves Investment Management's main investment fund ended last fiscal year at another record level, swelling to $129.5 billion. Check out the Top 10...
AG Campbell defending $2B contract given to Ayanna Pressley’s husband, Convention Center chief
Massachusetts AG Andrea Campbell's office is characterizing legal challengers to the $2 billion state contract as sore losers.
Massachusetts VFW condemns head of progressive political advocacy group for “veteran” campaign sign com...
The VFW is blasting the head of a progressive political advocacy group for criticizing a Democrat for including "veteran" on a reelection campaign sign, saying it has a "strong conservative vibe."
‘People are valuing shopping local’: Area farmers markets see rising interest amid national food safety...
Massachusetts celebrates Farmers Market Week, Aug 2-8, amid rising consumer interest in local produce following a cyclospora outbreak.
Massachusetts SJC orders new trial in mother's Voodoo killing case with ties to Clancy case judge
Massachusetts' top court ordered a new trial for the mother convicted in 2022 of killing her children in a Voodoo ritual in a trial that was heard by the same judge currently overseeing the Clancy trial.
Massachusetts Offers Tips for Hurricane Preparedness
Hurricanes are becoming more common in New England. The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency offers comprehensive resources on its website for all types of emergencies and urges Bay Staters to be ready.
Mass. reported 104 cyclospora cases in July, some linked to lettuce Massachusetts has seen more than 100 cy...
Massachusetts has seen more than 100 cyclospora cases this summer, with some linked to lettuce.
Healey signs law limiting ICE access to courts, schools, hospitals in Mass. Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey...
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey signed the Protect Act into law Wednesday to limit ICE agents' access to schools, hospitals, and courts in the state.
New Massachusetts law aims to thwart Trump’s deportation plans
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey signed into law Wednesday a bill that immigration advocates say is one of the nation’s most expansive efforts to narrow state cooperation with federal immigration authorities.
Massachusetts Hiker Rescued From Tuckerman Ravine Trail
A Massachusetts hiker who suffered a lower leg injury on the Tuckerman Ravine Trail approximately half a mile from the summit of Mt. Washington was rescued by New Hampshire Fish
Massachusetts DOC refuses to reveal inmates who got $6 million settlement, the state’s largest last year:...
The Massachusetts Department of Correction is refusing to reveal the names of the inmates who received payouts from a $6 million class-action lawsuit, the state's largest settlement last year.
Applause to quick passage of wrong-way driver law, with a caveat
Massachusetts lawmakers – chiefly Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr – deserve praise for passing legislation aimed at stopping the surge of wrong-way driving deaths on state roadways.
Massachusetts State Police assist Plymouth police in search for wanted person
Officials are urging people to avoid a Plymouth street as police investigate a developing situation Wednesday morning.
Study: Massachusetts’ SNAP payment error rate could cost taxpayers millions
Massachusetts is looking at $300 million in federal penalties, equal to an additional $90 per taxpayer, if the payment error rate in the state's SNAP program fails to improve, a new study says.
Healey announces first steps to lower health care costs, investment in primary care
Massachusetts is setting out to lower health care costs with steps like investing more state resources in primary care, supporting nursing recruitment, standardize out-of-network service rates and more, Gov....
Massachusetts expands white shark fishing restrictions as fishermen target sharks
Massachusetts is expanding white shark fishing restrictions after several reports of fishermen targeting and catching white sharks -- leading to dangerous situations for swimmers.
Our View: Applause to quick passage of wrong-way driver law, with a caveat
Massachusetts lawmakers – chiefly Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr – deserve praise for passing legislation aimed at stopping the surge of wrong-way driving deaths on state roadways.
Massachusetts legislature takes steps to adopt shield law protecting journalists
On July 30th, the Massachusetts Senate unanimously adopted language that would create a shield law to help shield journalists from being forced to reveal confidential sources. Massachusetts is one of a nine...
Massachusetts officials say they're monitoring concerns over cyberattacks on water systems
Investigators reported this week that hackers have targeted water systems in at least 9 states across the country.
Massachusetts lawmakers enact emergency bill to reclaim Norwood Hospital lands
Years after a devastating flood and the downfall of its private equity-backed operator, a Massachusetts hospital serving 250,000 Greater Boston residents is finally edging toward a comeback.
Senate OKs records access bill as November ballot fight looms
Massachusetts senators approved a records access bill 34-6, including a new press shield to protect journalists' confidential sources.
State taps local health officials for guidance on $162M Rural Health Transformation Program
Massachusetts has formed a 35-member Rural Health Transformation Program Community Advisory Council to oversee the distribution of $162 million in federal funds aimed at improving health care access and qual...
Massachusetts Senate Passes Bill to Allow Late-Term Abortions, Sends to Governor’s Desk
The Democrat-dominated Massachusetts state Senate passed a late-term abortion bill on Friday and sent it to Gov. Maura Healey for approval.