Moulton and Tisei to Debate Six Times Before Election Day, in Beverly and On the Airwaves

Candidates for the Sixth District seat in Congress, one who will succeed outgoing Congressman John Tierney, will debate at least six times.

California Congresswoman Coming to Mass. for Veterans Roundtable

U.S. Rep. Loretta Sanchez (D-Calif.) will join Congressional candidate Seth Moulton for an event on Wednesday, Oct. 1.

Lombardo Misses Out on Top Danvers Job, Goes to Conn. Man

Hamilton Town Manager Michael Lombardo was one of three finalists to become the new town manager in Danvers.

After Tierney's Loss, Warren to Back Moulton on Saturday

U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) will endorse Seth Moulton (D-Salem) in the Sixth District race for Congress.

New Polls Show Moulton Leading Tisei in Sixth District

Two new polls in the race for the Sixth Congressional District seat show Seth Moulton leading Richard Tisei.

Greater Percentage of Wenham Voters Went to Polls in Primary Election

Voter turnout across the region in Tuesday's primary election peaked at just about one-third of registered voters in one town.

Moulton Tells Supporters 6th District Can 'Stay Blue' After Win Over Tierney

Seth Moulton, a Marblehead native living in Salem, defeated nine-term Congressman John Tierney is the Democratic Party primary on Tuesday.

Coakley, Baker Win Hamilton and Wenham; Will Face Off for Gov. in November

Democratic candidate Steven Grossman conceded to Coakley on Tuesday night.

Goldberg Wins Democratic Primary for Treasurer, Gets Hamilton and Wenham's Vote

Deborah B. Goldberg, a former Brookline selectwoman, will take on Republican Michael J. Heffernan in November.

Healey Wins Democratic Nomination for AG, Tops Hamilton and Wenham Vote

With 64 percent of precincts reporting, Maura Healey had 62 percent of the vote to Warren Tolman’s 38 percent.

Moulton Backed by Hamilton and Wenham Voters, Tierney Ousted From Congress

The hotly contested race for Congress in the Sixth District featured a 18-year veteran Congressman versus a first time candidate.

See Tuesday's Primary Ballots in Hamilton and Wenham

The primary election on Tuesday has contested races for both Democrats and Republicans.

Tierney, Moulton Neck-and-Neck Headed into Tuesday's Election

Two recent polls show likely Democratic primary voters in Tuesday's primary are split between incumbent John Tierney and Seth Moulton.

Gov. Deval Patrick Says He Might Run for President

Patrick, who's nearing the end of his eight-year run as governor, made the comments in an interview with WCVB-TV's "On the Record."

Is John Tierney Dodging Debates?

Two of Congressman John Tierney's Democratic Party challengers accuse the incumbent of dodging debates this week.

Tierney Ad Goes After Moulton, Questions If He's a Republican

U.S. Rep. John Tierney, D-Salem, seeking reelection in next week's Democratic primary, is running an ad attacking his chief party rival.

State Tax Amnesty Program Kicks Off for 300,000 Taxpayers on Labor Day

Unpaid penalties will be waived on overdue Massachusetts taxes that are paid by Oct. 31 by 300,000 qualifying taxpayers.

Tierney Recently Raised More Money Than Democratic, Republican Challengers

Tierney raised more than $200,000 recently and has more than $1.3 million to spend.

Gov. Patrick: 'I'm Sick of Unarmed Black Men Being Shot by Police'

Patrick has made his first comments regarding the police shooting of an unarmed black teenager in Ferguson, Mo. earlier this month.

Moulton Turns Up Heat, Singles Out Tierney in Latest TV Ad

The latest television ad from U.S. Rep. John Tierney's top Democratic challenger, Seth Moulton, singles out criticism of Tierney.

Clerk Open Late for Last Chance to Register for Primary Election

Wednesday is the deadline to register for the September primary election.

Registry Upgrade to Interrupt MassRMV Website on Sunday

Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles website has maintenance scheduled for Sunday.

Buckets of Ice Water and a New Office for the Governor

The weekly roundup from State House News Service.

Massachusetts Will Not Host Migrant Children After All

Federal officials told Gov. Deval Patrick this week they won't move forward with the previously-proposed program.

Wheeling and Dealing on Beacon Hill

The weekly roundup of Massachusetts politics from State House News Service.

Legislature Sends Comprehensive Gun Safety Bill to Governor

Legislation includes provisions to reduce and impact gun violence in the state, increase accountability and improve school safety.

Tierney's Shot at Reelection to Congress Now a 'Toss-up'

The Cook Political Report calls the Congressional race in the Sixth Congressional District on the North Shore a "toss-up."

New Streetlights in Both Towns to Be Paid by State Grant

Streetlights in both Hamilton and Wenham will be converted to LED using state Green Communities grant money.

Gordon College Ousted as Operator at Salem's Old Town Hall

The city of Salem ended its contract with Gordon College on Wednesday to run Old Town Hall.

Retiring Town Clerk to be Honored

A brunch celebration is planned for later this month to honor the retiring Hamilton town clerk.

Board Minutes: Focus Still on Turf Field at HS, New Patton Pool

The town just released its latest minutes on the Board of Selectmen meeting.

Mandatory Water Restriction in Hamilton

Water use is limited.

Board of Health Talks Tobacco and Styrofoam

Board of Health meetings are open to the public.

Turn Off Those Sprinklers: Water Ban in Effect

Know when you can use the hose.

DPW Looking for Seasonal Help

Looking for some work in town this summer?

Turn off the Sprinklers: Water Conservation in Effect

Hand watering is ok, but keep your sprinkler off before 5 p.m.

IFB Issued for Railings at Meeting House

The job is up for bid.

Wenham Celebrates New $219,0000 Veterans Memorial

The town celebrates this much-anticipated memorial.

Hamilton Water Flushing Next Month

Residents are encouraged to refrain from using water during certain hours.

Should Massachusetts Legalize Pot?

With the economic benefits of legalized marijuana working for Colorado, is our state next in line?