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Op-Ed: Subsidizing the rich in Cape Cod’s broadband push
One of the biggest government broadband consultants is pushing for more fiber broadband infrastructure in Cape Cod, one of the richest communities in Massachusetts. CTC Technologies and Energy and Rural Innovations Solutions, Inc. worked with the Cape Cod Commission to release the Regional Broadband Needs Assessment and Summary in September. The assessment says that a lack of competition in Barnstable County has led to the highest prices in Massachusetts for local broadband subscribers, with more than half of Cape Cod residents paying more than $100...
Massachusetts residents continue to send supplies, help to North Carolina after Helene
BOSTON - After Hurricane Helene devastated North Carolina, Massachusetts groups are rallying to bring supplies and help to the region.On Saturday, a truck sent by the Townsend Fire-EMS Department loaded with diapers, hygiene products and nonperishable food reached North Carolina. The Townsend community donated the items for those impacted by Helene in western North Carolina.West Bridgewater police are also gathering supplies, filling one truck with food and water and starting on a second truck. Meanwhile, animals who need help will be grateful to Washburn Stables, which has filled two trucks with supplies for animals and people. On Saturday, the Southboro Senior Center...
Mass. pols nab nearly $60M to fight opioid crisis statewide
The state Department of Public Health and the Mashpee Wampanoag Tribe will share in nearly $60 million in federal grant money to fight opioid addiction statewide. The money will come from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Democratic U.S. Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Ed Markey, joined by all nine members of the state’s U.S. House delegation, said Monday.
Sharon man claims fourth win at Topsfield Fair's 40th Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off
The 40th annual All New England Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off at the Topsfied Fair has been won by a Sharon man whose 2,211-pound pumpkin gave him his fourth, first-place win. Steve Connelly won this year’s competition, which occurred on opening day at the fair on Friday, Oct. 4. Last year’s...
Why Is This Popular Truck Illegal On New York Roads?
The state of Massachusetts recently revealed that they would begin to allow registration for a popular imported truck. What's bewildering for many local drivers is that these vehicles are still under strict regulation in New York. The vehicles in question have become increasingly popular in recent years, and while they...
Halloween Children's Books That Take Place in Massachusetts
With October 31st just around the corner and the cold air moving in (too fast, if you ask me!), it’s the perfect time of year to curl up with a good book. For the younger members of your family, seeing their own communities come to life within the pages can be a magical, and spooktacular, reading adventure.
Cleanup of Mass. pool with salsa jar found inside cost over $12K, report says
The closure of a Needham pool this summer, where a broken jar of salsa was found, cost the town $12,657, according to Boston.com. On July 14, a broken jar was seen next to the pool at the Rosemary Recreation Complex, with shattered glass found inside the pool, the news website reported.
State House Roundup: Parting is such sweet relief
BOSTON — The day that Massachusetts officials had long been hoping for came and went with just a little bit of fanfare, but with Steward Health Care effectively gone from the state, the sun isn't really shining much brighter. Six formerly Steward-owned campuses shifted to new operators last week, a culmination of the months-long bankruptcy proceedings and even longer public crisis surrounding the for-profit company that has become the biggest boogeyman on Beacon Hill. Former Steward CEO...
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