The train drawbridge over the Saugus River was stuck open for a time on Friday morning, delaying commuter rail service.
Traffic was backed up for several miles - gridlocked in spots - because of a pot hole repair crew on Route 128 on Friday afternoon.
Some residents have asked what they can do about sidewalks that have not been cleared of snow.
The Secretary of State asks private businesses to send their employees home before 4 p.m. Tuesday.
Steve Wynn aims to build a $1.3 billion casino in Everett.
An on-street parking ban goes into effect in Beverly on Saturday evening.
A $5 million state grant was awarded Thursday to a project to reconstruct Brimbal Avenue.
The state Appeals Court on Wednesday issues a decision ordering a state agency to deny a permit for a waterfront Black Cow restaurant on city-owned land.
The state has taken a road safety audit of Elliott Street in Danvers, where the interchange with Route 128 was re-engineered, to look at possible traffic and safety improvements. The exit forms an important connection to downtown Beverly.
Attorney General Martha Coakley wants new regulations thrown out, arguing they aren't based on sound science and would devastate what's left of the state's fishing industry.
Take this exam to see if you would qualify for U.S. citizenship.
Bill now moves to the House of Representatives for debate.
Nearly half a million Bay State families will get a lower amount of food assistance as benefits from the federal stimulus expire.
A 15 year lease with the possibility for five 5-year extensions will go before the City Council on Monday night.
More than 4,000 signatures were submitted to the Beverly City Clerk on Tuesday, a move that could likely lead to a citywide vote on the rezoning of land near exit 19 off Brimbal Avenue.
The management for the commuter rail system in greater Boston will be available to talk with riders and answers questions at three sessions during the next week.
Beverly's Veterans Day program happens on Monday at 11 a.m. in Odell Park on Rantoul Street.
A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.
Group hoping for referendum to go before voters in next presidential election.
Boston Herald report finds frustrated applicants due to computer glitches
The Suffolk Downs proposal is in serious trouble after East Boston votes against the plan. But Revere's mayor says he'll continue with a Revere-only plan.
Mike Cahill was elected Beverly mayor, replacing a retiring Bill Scanlon who did not seek reelection.
New city councilors were elected in Wards 1, 2, 6 and one at-large seat in Tuesday's election.
Signs supporting mayoral, City Council and School Committee candidates have been up across the city for weeks. How do those signs affect your vote?
Once you receive your summons for jury duty, you can handle all you need to on the state’s juror service website.
The municipal election is Tuesday, with polls open 7 a.m.-8 p.m.
Massachusetts' 6th Congressional District could experience electoral deja vu.
Tell the Department of Transportation what you think about their efforts.
There will be two debates over the course of two night in Beverly featuring candidates for mayor and other city government positions.
With the funding agreement and end of the government shutdown last week, the fuel assistance program for low-income residents can process applications again before the heating season starts Nov. 1.
The Attorney General's Office holds regional workshops each year. The educational forum is Oct. 24 at North Shore Community College.
A months-long battle comes to an end.
The latest bill includes $20 million for heating assistance to address delays in funding following the federal government shutdown.
Beverly public safety officials will host a mayoral forum on Thursday night.
A fortune teller in Salem, Mass. is accused of taking $16,800 from a client to protect him from evil.
The "Gathering of the Horses" and a countdown to Beverly Hills, Calif.'s centennial celebration kicked off Sunday with help from Beverly Mayor Bill Scanlon.