Patriots parade-goers, commuters combine to test T's capacity
BOSTON, FEB. 5, 2019....It seems like Julian Edelman could get his wish: transit officials said Tuesday morning that, based on commuter rail ridership, this New England Patriots' Super Bowl...
View ArticleGoldberg says Lottery could handle sports betting
STATE HOUSE, BOSTON, MARCH 6, 2019.....New Hampshire, one of 11 states that offer lottery games online, took in more than $1.3 million in revenue from online sales in its first 12 weeks.In...
View ArticleMBTA to increase train fares in July
Travel on the MBTA's subway and commuter rail network will cost more starting July 1 after the authority's oversight board approved a fare-hike plan Monday, securing tens of millions of dollars more in...
View ArticleMedian home sale prices vary widely across Massachusetts
At $365,000, the year-to-date median home sale price in Massachusetts is up 4.9 percent over last year and raising eyebrows among buyers, sellers and those left on the outside of the market...
View ArticleMany MBTA stops still inaccessible to disabled
BOSTON – Many of the MBTA's bus and rail stops still present obstacles for disabled people or are altogether inaccessible, according to the latest update from the authority. A systemwide survey as part...
View ArticleMass. health officials alert public of possible measles exposure
Locations include Plymouth, Hyannis, Waltham, Framingham and Braintree. Those exposed or developing symptoms are urged to contact their healthcare provider.
View ArticleInvestigate-and-tax approach outlined to address illegal pot market
STATE HOUSE, BOSTON, APRIL 10, 2019....Five months after the first retail marijuana store opened in Massachusetts, two Worcester-area lawmakers are looking to crack down on the continuing illicit sale...
View ArticleEverett casino will serve alcohol until 4 a.m.
STATE HOUSE, BOSTON, MAY 22, 2019.....Active gamblers at Encore Boston Harbor in Everett will be able to get complimentary alcoholic beverages from the time bars close at 2 a.m. until 4 a.m. after the...
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BOSTON - Gov. Charlie Baker has named Neldy Jean-Francois of Milton to the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination.Jean-Francois was the first deputy commissioner and chief of staff for the...
View ArticleMEMA: Be prepared for hurricane season
FRAMINGHAM – June 1 marked the official start of the Atlantic Hurricane Season which runs through November 30th. While the majority of tropical storms and hurricanes that have impacted New England...
View ArticleBaker signs $200 million Chapter 90 bill
Funding provides reimbursements to communities for local infrastructure projects
View ArticleMBTA Red Line derailment snarls morning commute
RED LINE DERAILMENT SNARLS MORNING COMMUTEMBTA riders on Tuesday morning endured soggy, delay-filled commutes following an early morning Red Line train derailment that had negative ripple effects...
View ArticleMBTA Red Line delays expected for foreseeable future
STATE HOUSE, BOSTON, JUNE 12, 2019.....Trains are running again on the Red Line, but MBTA officials warn that travel times will continue to be longer than usual for the foreseeable future because of...
View ArticleMoratorium sought for MCAS exam
BOSTON - Educators and advocates urged lawmakers to press the pause button on the use of the state's standardized test program as a graduation requirement and a component of school accountability...
View ArticleTipped workers press for 'one fair' minimum wage
BOSTON -- Eliminating the separate, lower minimum wage for tipped employees would help workers achieve greater financial stability and reduce exposure to harassment, advocates said Tuesday.While state...
View ArticleAAA: Nearly 49 million getting away for holiday
More than 1.3 million Massachusetts residents to travel for Fourth of July; 1.1 million by car
View ArticleAAA: Nearly 49 million getting away for holiday
More than 1.3 million Massachusetts residents to travel for Fourth of July; 1.1 million by car
View ArticleState plans meeting on Route 28 intersection
The meeting will discuss proposed changes at Route 28 and Chickatawbut Road.
View ArticleMEMA WEATHER ADVISORY: Excessive heat and humidity Friday through Sunday
The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting excessive heat Friday through Sunday. Hot temperatures combined with high humidity levels are expected to create dangerous heat conditions, with the...
View ArticleACCUWEATHER: Northeast to blister in the sun as hottest weather in years...
While the Midwestern and Northeastern United States will continue to swelter in dangerous heat and high humidity into this weekend, an upcoming pattern flip is in store that will allow cooler and less...
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