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The challenge of weaning New England electricity off fossil fuels (Editorial)
New England’s electric grid is in the midst of an historic transformation, as Massachusetts and its sister states in New England move to a clean energy future. Two big trends are in play. First, the way that New England generates electricity changed dramatically over the last 35 years and is now on the cusp of yet another dramatic overhaul:
Massachusetts governor adds to number of individuals eyed for pardons
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey has recommended another three individuals for pardons, putting her on track to push for more individual pardons in her first year and a half as governor than her two immediate predecessors recommended in their eight years in office.
See all homes sold in Worcester County, May 19 to May 25
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Worcester County reported from May 19 to May 25. There were 20 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,608-square-foot home on Emerald Road in Rutland that sold for $659,000. Athol.
Montana-born MARIS tries to pronounce Mass. town at first-ever Boston Calling
Properly pronouncing Massachusetts towns is a struggle that almost every visitor to the Bay State — and even residents at times — faces. MARIS, a Montana-born artist who played her first-ever Boston Calling on Friday, May 24, fell victim to this struggle when MassLive asked her how to pronounce “Woburn” after her set.
Then & Now, Memorial Day: Do you know where this is?
With Jeannette Wooster delivering the national anthem, members of a neighborhood American Legion post gathered on May 21, 1944, for a pre-Memorial Day service. Such services are being held throughout Central Mass. this weekend. ...
New Hampshire Leads in Residential Electric Rate Stability, Data Reveals
CONCORD, N.H. — A new report from the Energy Information Administration's (EIA) "Electric Power Monthly" has highlighted the significant disparity in residential electric rate increases across New England, with New Hampshire maintaining more stable rates compared to its neighbors from 2017 to 2024. According to the data, on a cents-per-kilowatt-hour basis, residential electric rates have risen much more sharply in Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Maine than in New Hampshire.
America’s 2nd Best Small City to Live is in Massachusetts
There is so much to love about Massachusetts. Whether it's the four seasons, the diverse lifestyle, or the high-quality educational offerings Massachusetts has something for everyone. If Massachusetts is a place you have been thinking about moving to you certainly have plenty of options to choose from. The nice thing...
Hot Trend for New England Homeowners: Cool Off and Rent the Pool
Did you ever envy your neighbor's pool? Or maybe you have a beautiful pool at your house that never gets used, but you're still paying for the upkeep. The hottest trend right now in New England is pool rentals. We all know of those properties that have amazing pools which...
Mass. GOP chairwoman believes next election will be start of Republican resurgence
BOSTON – Recent years have been tough sledding for Massachusetts Republicans, who've seen their numbers in the Legislature dwindle while losing county seats and the governor's office. But in an interview on WBZ-TV's Sunday morning "Keller At Large" segment, state GOP Chair Amy Carnevale expressed optimism that the November elections will be the start of a Republican resurgence."[The party is] laser-focused on our legislative seats in November, building upon the win that we had last year in a special election with Representative Peter Durant, who's now State Senator Peter Durant," Carnevale said. "So we're looking to add to our seats in...
Michael Leach: Military veterans with alcohol, drug disorders not getting help they need
In 2022, veterans represented about 4.3% of the adult population in Massachusetts. And while it's difficult to know how many struggle with addiction and mental health problems, many likely battle in silence. Alcohol and drug addiction are common, with alcohol being the most commonly misused substance among the veteran population....
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