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Police in Milford, Hopkinton say longtime scam involves 'group of Irish travelers'
Local police departments are warning residents of a paving scam that in some cases is costing people thousands of dollars. A company calling itself Green Paving & Masonry is conducting the scam, police in both Hopkinton and Milford said recently. There is such a company by that name, based in Boston, but it's not involved. ...
Remember the ice bucket challenge? 10 years later, the viral campaign is again fundraising for ALS
BOSTON — Dozens of people, including the Massachusetts governor and several sports stars, dumped cold water on themselves at Fenway Park Thursday to mark the 10th anniversary of the ALS ice bucket challenge. The event is part of an effort to renew interest in the viral social media campaign...
U.S. Marshals looking for ‘looming threat’ prisoner with Mass. ties who escaped hospital
Anthony Clark, 41, has ties to people in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and California, authorities say. The U.S. Marshals Service is seeking help in locating an escaped prisoner considered to be a “looming threat.”. Anthony Clark, 41, was being held at the Belknap County Department of Corrections in Laconia, New...
Two Men Arrested for Drug Distribution After Tractor Trailor Stopped in Andover
BOSTON – Two Indian nationals were arrested on July 29, 2024, in connection with the distribution of controlled substances. Simranjit Singh, 28, and Gusimrat Singh, 19, of Fresno, Calif. were each charged with one count of conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute controlled substances. Both men made initial appearances yesterday in federal court in Boston and remain in federal custody at this time.
Experts and readers are at odds over Healey’s emergency shelter cap. Here’s why.
The five-day cap on stays at overflow shelter sites went into effect Thursday. Readers are in support, but immigrant support groups are concerned. Governor Maura Healey’s five-day cap on overflow shelter site stays for some homeless families took effect on Thursday, garnering support from the majority of Boston.com readers.
Massachusetts lawmaker pass -- and pass on -- flurry of bills in final hours of formal session
BOSTON (AP) — The Massachusetts Legislature ended its 19-month formal session early Thursday morning, approving a housing bond bill, but leaving other major pieces of legislation in limbo including an economic development bill, a renewable energy bill and a hospital bill. The Legislature is now in an informal session...
Healey: Steward Health Care must give 120-day notice before closing hospitals
Gov. Maura Healey said Thursday she is pressing Steward Health Care to adhere to a state Department of Public Health regulation that hospital owners must give 120 days notice before any medical facility can close in Massachusetts.
Potentially Deadly Fever Continues to Spread in Massachusetts
Each summer Massachusetts residents have to protect themselves from a number of tick and mosquito-borne illnesses. Lyme disease is a big one but there are other illnesses you can catch if bitten by a tick or mosquito and this year one that is becoming more common is Dengue Fever. What...
Patriots reportedly make significant move when it comes to fixing Matthew Judon drama
Things between the New England Patriots and linebacker Matthew Judon have not been going great. Judon originally said he didn't want to play on his current contract, but he would if he must. However, things took a turn on Monday when the linebacker came out and partook in his daily game of ...
Salary ranges now required in most job postings in Massachusetts
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated PressBOSTON - Massachusetts businesses with more than 25 employees must disclose salary ranges when posting jobs, under a new bill signed into law Wednesday that puts the commonwealth in line with 10 other states that already require pay transparency.Massachusetts salary range lawThe new law also protects a worker's right to ask their employer for the salary range when applying for a job or seeking a promotion."This new law is an important next step toward closing wage gaps, especially for People of Color and women," Gov. Maura Healey, a Democrat, said in a written statement after signing...
Worrying Drake Maye Report Emerges From Patriots Training Camp
The New England Patriots fanbase was filled with hope for the first time in a long time when the franchise drafted quarterback Drake Maye third overall in April. After the Mac Jones/Bailey Zappe tandem was a bust, Maye appeared to be the answer to the prayers of many frustrated Pats supporters.
State Representatives speak on legislation formal session deadline, excitement and importance
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Massachusetts lawmakers scrambled to pass key legislation before the formal session came to an end on Wednesday. As the clock quickly ticked towards Wednesday’s midnight deadline before the state’s legislature’s formal session came to a close, we spoke with local lawmakers who emphasized the sense of urgency going on in those chambers.
25 Investigates: Better job protection for domestic violence survivors dies on Beacon Hill, again
A change to Massachusetts law to improve “on the job” protections for victims of domestic violence has died in the State House. But some lawmakers are scrambling to revive it once again.