Effort To Suspend MA Gas Tax Seeks Supporters — At $3 A Pop

A new coalition wants to put a gas tax item on the 2024 ballot after recent record gas prices. Each supporter is being asked to donate.

Vendors Wanted for Nashua YMCA Craft Fair, Nov. 19

Submit your application today!

Jupiter Reaches Closest Point To Earth: How To Watch In Massachusetts

Jupiter will reach opposition Monday while also reaching its closest point to Earth in six decades

When Does First MA Frost Usually Occur? How To Protect Plants

The first day of meteorological fall is today. That means the first frost is right around the corner.

Big Utility Hikes Coming To MA This Winter: National Grid, Eversource

Record high utility prices may come due to the rising cost of natural gas — which also fuels the region's electrical grid.

MA RMV Ending Appointments For Vehicle Registrations

Starting soon, drivers will be able to walk in to RMV branches to register or transfer vehicle registrations.

Haverhill Car Dealer Sued For Overcharging Black, Hispanic Customers

The Volvo and Toyota dealer upsold some customers by up to $500 based on their race, according to Attorney General Maura Healey.

Edward M. Kennedy Institute names Adam Hinds as its new CEO

Massachusetts State Senator, former UN official will lead civic education institute starting Sept. 26

MA Taxpayer Refunds: See How Much You'll Get

The state will send nearly $3 billion back to state residents. Find out when it's coming, and how much you'll get.

Massachusetts Fall Foliage Forecast: AccuWeather Sees 'Normal' Season

Will drought and intense summer heat hurt this year's fall colors? Check the AccuWeather foliage forecast.

Potential For Severe Weather In MA: Wind, Lightning Main Threat

High winds, heavy rain and localized flooding are possible Monday afternoon.

Pandemic ‘End In Sight’: Where COVID-19 Stands In MA

With talk of an end of the coronavirus pandemic, see where cases, hospitalizations and vaccinations rates stand in Massachusetts.

Autumn Has Arrived In Massachusetts: Long Range Forecast

Call it a pumpkin spice long-range forecast, because temperatures and precipitation will be full fall mode in the coming weeks.

MA Taxpayers To Get $2.94 Billion Credit Due To Odd State Law

State Auditor Suzanne Bump found the state took in more than it should've in the 2022 fiscal year.

New MA Inspection Sticker Policy Penalizes Lateness

Soon, Massachusetts drivers won't be able to game the yearly inspection process. A new policy targets people who wait longer than a year.

MA Kennel Owner Faces 39 Animal Cruelty Charges: Police

The FBI was called in to help search the kennel property for signs of dead animals, police said.

Hundreds Of MA Students Are 2023 National Merit Semifinalists

See the local seniors from across Massachusetts who may go on to earn scholarships in spring 2023.

Massachusetts Colleges Ranked Among U.S. News’ 2022-2023 Best

The U.S. News annual list of best colleges and universities dropped Monday, and as usual Massachusetts is well represented.

Severe Thunderstorms Headed To MA: National Weather Service

Downpours, an isolated tornado and strong winds are all in the mix for Tuesday, according to forecasts.

See Inside: MA Mall Selling For $2.8 Million

It's a small mall, but a mall nonetheless. It can be yours for under $3 million.

Wildfire Smoke Will Haze New England Skies Friday

Smoke from fires burning on the other end of the I-90 will move into Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New Hampshire Friday afternoon.

MA Elected Officials, First Responders Among Oath Keeper Ranks: Report

An internet group leaked the names of thousands of members of the right-wing group, which the ADL has labeled an "extremist group."

9/11 21st Anniversary: MA Memorials, Activities Happening In 2022

Find a local event in Massachusetts or the location of a local memorial to mark the 21st 9/11 anniversary Sunday.

Millions Of Free COVID-19 Tests Coming To MA Communities

The state will send a combined 5 million rapid test kits to food pantries, cities and towns this fall.

Smoked Salmon Sold In MA Part Of Listeria Recall: FDA

A Florida company has issued a voluntary recall of its smoked salmon due to a pathogen that's especially dangerous for vulnerable people.

New COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters Target Omicron: What To Know In MA

The Massachusetts Department of Health said on Friday that the new boosters will be available starting this upcoming week.

Missing NY Teacher's Remains Believed Found In Western MA

State police said human remains found in Lee are believed to be those of 42-year-old New Jersey teacher Meghan Marohn, missing since March.

MA Labor Day Forecast: Perfect End To Summer

The Labor Day holiday weekend is shaping up to be excellent, if a little warm, according to forecasts.

What's Open, Closed In Massachusetts: Labor Day 2022

The last weekend of summer is here. Find out what's open and closed nearby.

7 Hikes In MA For Labor Day Weekend: End Summer On Top

Check out these 7 local hikes in Massachusetts where you can get a great summit view for your end-of-summer celebration.

Gas Prices Down In MA Ahead Of Labor Day Weekend

Gas prices in Massachusetts have dropped by nearly 40 cents since $5 highs around the July 4 weekend.

Hot, Dry September In MA As School Starts: Long Range Forecast

See what forecasters see in store for drought-addled Massachusetts through mid-September.

MA Steamship Authority Invites Public To Name New Ferries

State residents can suggest names for the new vessels and win Steamship Authority gift cards.

MA Drought Worsens, Even After Heavy Rains

Parts of western and southeastern Massachusetts moved into a worse drought category this week.

MA Elected Officials React To Biden Student Loan Relief Plan

Elected Democrats from Massachusetts largely cheered a plan to forgive $10,000 in student debt for many borrowers.

Biden's Student Loan Debt Relief Plan: What It Means For MA

President Biden also announced the final extension of an existing pause on federal student loan payments.

4 Dead In Lynn After Suspected Murder-Suicide

Three men and a woman died in the afternoon shooting incident, according to reports.

Open Fires Banned Across MA State Parks Amid Extreme Drought

The Department of Conservation and Recreation said the ban comes as 38 brush fires burned 188 acres across the state in recent weeks.

Princeton Review ‘Best Colleges 2023’ Includes Dozens Of MA Schools

Massachusetts has some of the best universities and colleges in the U.S., but only 26 made the Princeton Review list.

2022 Massachusetts Primary: Everything To Know About Sept. 6 Election

Thousands have already voted in the first Massachusetts primary election with new voting rules in place.