BOSTON — Nearly 18 months after legislative leaders kicked off the two-year term by identifying sky-high housing costs as one of their chief areas of focus, the Massachusetts House stamped its approval on a $6.5 billion plan that top Democrats believe will begin to unwind decades of sluggish production. The House voted 145-13 to approve […]
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Meeting old friends for the first time
PEPPERELL — Students of Michelle Stapel’s third grade class at the Varnum Brook Elementary School met their yearlong senior pen pals for the first time. The pen pal program has been in existence for about 16 years and Stapel’s love for the program is reflected in her excited students. “The children enjoy receiving their monthly […]
Bedford woman accused of murdering her parents
BEDFORD — Kids were playing in their yards and people were out for walks in what appeared to be a scenic suburban Thursday evening in Bedford. Out of place was an officer sitting in a police cruiser parked in the driveway of 10 Washington St.
Senate Republicans block Right to Contraception Act
Senate Republicans have blocked a bill offered by their Democratic colleagues aimed at codifying legal protections for contraception access.
Ground broken for Crocker Field renovations
FITCHBURG — Since its construction in 1918, Crocker Field has long been regarded as a cornerstone of the city of Fitchburg. It has hosted high school athletics for over a century and received visits from the likes of Olympic track and field champion Paavo Nurmi and the great Babe Ruth. The stadium has long stood […]
Giant Joro spiders could arrive in Massachusetts this year: ‘There’s no stopping them’
Giant Joro spiders could arrive in Massachusetts this year: ‘There’s no stopping them’