Massachusetts local news

Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Plan Work Stoppage Over Pay Issues

News Summary In Massachusetts, court-appointed defense lawyers are set to stop accepting new cases starting May 27, 2025, due to…

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Motorcycle Crash in Bellingham Leaves Rider Injured

News Summary A motorcycle crash in Bellingham, Massachusetts resulted in minor injuries to the rider and damage to a local…

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Massachusetts Private Investigators Face License Renewal Challenges

News Summary Private investigators in Massachusetts are experiencing significant challenges as the state police begin denying license renewal applications. This…

2 months ago

Barletta Heavy Division Inc. Settles for $11 Million Over Contaminated Fill

News Summary Barletta Heavy Division Inc. has agreed to pay $11 million to resolve criminal charges stemming from the illegal…

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Massachusetts Pauses Electric Vehicle Sales Requirements

News Summary Massachusetts has announced a pause on its electric vehicle sales requirements for model years 2026 and 2027, influenced…

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Massachusetts Cities Ranked Among Best Places to Live in 2025

News Summary The U.S. News & World Report has recognized four cities in Massachusetts—Newton, Waltham, Somerville, and Brookline—in its annual…

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Massachusetts Lowers Minimum Age for Correction Officers

News Summary The Massachusetts Department of Correction has lowered the minimum age requirement for correction officers from 21 to 19…

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Massachusetts Communities Hit Hard by Rare May Nor’easter

News Summary A rare May nor’easter has wreaked havoc across Massachusetts, causing severe tree damage, record low temperatures, and significant…

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Massachusetts Board Votes for Vocational School Lottery System

News Summary The Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education has approved a lottery system for admissions to vocational schools…

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Landlord Faces Financial Crisis After Tenants Exploit Legal Loopholes

News Summary In a troubling case from Ipswich, Massachusetts, landlord Leo Behaj struggles with significant financial losses after tenants exploited…

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