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Massachusetts is losing people to other states. What’s Gov. Healey’s plan to stem the tide?
1+ hour, 15+ min ago (515+ words) Massachusetts lost more than 33,000 people to domestic outmigration last year, according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates. It's the latest marker in a trend of residents leaving for other states that began during the pandemic. Gov. Maura Healey notes that, thanks to…...
New ownership at Springfield coffee shop has a political past
2+ hour, 6+ min ago (757+ words) SPRINGFIELD " Springfield's late-night coffee and wine bottle shop transferred ownership in February, with the namesake of the business Ashley Rickenbach taking a step back from operations. Technically in the 2024 original filing for Schlee's, Rachael Hurley has been listed as the…...
Will cannabis ‘lounges’ come to New Bedford? What we know.
3+ hour, 8+ min ago (382+ words) NEW BEDFORD " Adult-use cannabis surpassed $9 billion in gross sales in February, dating from when the first two retailers opened in November 2018. Now there's a new sales category for on-site consumption, and city councilors want to discuss whether it would be…...
Lutz seals dramatic late victory for City
7+ hour, 9+ min ago (434+ words) Worcester City claimed a thrilling 2-1 victory over Bishop's Stortford in a match that showcased their resilience and determination, clinching three vital points on the road. Goals from Dan Sweeney and Charlie Lutz secured the win for Worcester at Woodside Park....
Chatham girls basketball ousts No. 1 seed Somerville in sectional semi
9+ hour, 26+ min ago (569+ words) SOMERVILLE " The scoreboard might have read a 19-point victory for Chatham in Wednesday's North 2 Group 3 semifinals at Somerville High School, but judging by the intensity each team displayed until the final buzzer, it could have easily been mistaken for a…...
Peabody couple in Israel describes what it’s like when attack is incoming
16+ hour, 59+ min ago (54+ words) A Peabody, Massachusetts couple has been living in Israel since January, and now with the conflicts in Iran, have repeatedly been taking shelter. WBZ-TV's Mike Sullivan reports. Peabody couple in Israel describes what it's like when attack is incoming Peabody…...
Dunkin’, Starbucks drinks may be under new scrutiny from RFK Jr.
17+ hour, 28+ min ago (28+ words) Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is taking aim at sugary drinks sold at major coffee chains. Dunkin, Starbucks drinks may be under new scrutiny from RFK Jr....
Marshfield, Massachusetts police officer charged with OUI after head-on crash tries to plead guilty
17+ hour, 44+ min ago (332+ words) March 4, 2026 / 6:25 PM EST / CBS Boston A Marshfield, Massachusetts police officer accused of driving drunk and causing a head-on collision says he wants to take responsibility, but the case against him is going forward for now." Officer Richard Perry walked into…...
Worcester County changes short-term rental parking rule after permit errors
17+ hour, 50+ min ago (555+ words) Worcester County officials on Tuesday approved a zoning law change that has complicated the process for homeowners seeking short-term rental licenses in unincorporated areas. The change, approved 6-1 by the County Commissioners, moves the cutoff date requiring a third parking space…...
Marshfield police officer accused in drunk driving crash appears in court
17+ hour, 57+ min ago (40+ words) Marshfield police officer Richard Perry is facing charges of operating under the influence and causing a head-on crash that seriously injured a woman. WBZ-TV's Kristina Rex reports. Marshfield police officer accused in drunk driving crash appears in court...