The law allows store owners to place scanners in the aisles, permitting shoppers to do their own price checks, instead of individually marking each item.
Congressman Edward Markey says he will run for Sen. John Kerry's seat, if Kerry is appointed U.S. Secretary of State.
A storm that is forecasted to move across New England on Wednesday night through Thursday is unlikely to bring any snow to Marblehead.
Massachusetts Democrats in Congress want to avoid cuts in benefits as part of any deal, but proposals such as raising the eligibility age for Medicare are still on the table. What would you do?
More than 200,000 low-income households are expected to benefit from the program. Eligible homeowners and renters can apply via NSCAP.
Would it be Scott Brown? Congressmen Markey or Capuano? Tell us who you think should run.
The medical marijuana ballot initiative passed on Tuesday, which means up to 35 medical marijuana dispensaries can open in 2013. Would you be OK with having one in town?
Not sure where to cast your vote today in Marblehead? Find out.
Thousands of Marblehead residents made their ways to the polls Tuesday.
The two-point lead is well within the poll's margin of error.
With Warren holding a small lead in the polls, and Brown getting a key endorsement from the Boston Herald, who do you think has the momentum coming into the final days of the election?
The presidential debate between President Barack Obama and former Gov. Mitt Romney is scheduled for 9 p.m. EST on Monday, Oct. 22.
The congressman called his opponent "shameless" and "irrelevant."
The event was hosted by the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce.
The local chapter of 'Grandmothers for Obama' is reaching out to elderly women in swing states on behalf of the President.
The second presidential debate between President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney is scheduled for 9 p.m. EST on Tuesday, Oct. 16.
Pair debated Wednesday night in Springfield.
The three candidates for the Sixth Congressional District debated at Danvers High School on Wednesday night.
The local Conservation Commission will host a public hearing at the Mary Alley Municipal Building tonight regarding the seasonal operations at Riverhead Beach.
Get the details on the debate between Vice President Joe Biden and Congressman Paul Ryan airing Thursday night.
The governor and MEMA unveiled Ping4alerts! Friday.
If you have a question for the candidates, submit it in the comments section below and it could be asked during the televised Oct. 16 Town Hall Presidential Debate.
What was that coming out of his pocket? Some suspect he was cheating. What do you think?
Local Republican and Democratic Party members from across the state will discuss the Oct. 3 presidential debate live in our chat room. Join in with your questions!
Patch will be joined by local Massachusetts party officials and you can take part in the conversation.
Wondering who is behind the theft of political signs in Marblehead? You're not the only one.
The debate will be moderated by “Meet the Press” anchor David Gregory and will begin at 7 p.m.
Mr. Romney, a former Governor of Massachusetts is the nominee of the Republican Party for President of the United States in the 2012 elections.
Mr. Obama is the 44th President of the United States and is looking to get reelected in the 2012 elections.
Mr. Johnson, a former Governor of New Mexico, is the nominee of the Libertarian Party for President of the United States in the 2012 elections.
Your guide to the congressional election.
A Salmonella outbreak led to more than 100 nut butter spreads recalled. Check out the complete list.
Marblehead residents who want to vote in the 2012 presidential election and other federal and state races have until Wednesday, Oct. 17 to register. Here's how, with links to mail-in voter registration forms and how to request an absentee ballot.
The two candidates for the U.S. Senate from Massachusetts faced off in their first live debate on Thursday night.
Two recent polls show Democratic candidate Elizabeth Warren has more support from female voters, but Sen. Scott Brown has more support from independents.
The two candidates for the U.S. Senate from Massachusetts will square off for the first time in a live televised debate at WBZ studios in Boston.
The first case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis in a human is a man in his 70s in Georgetown.
Members of the public and local officials will have an opportunity to speak about Footprint's plan in front of Siting Board at Salem High School.
The latest findings from Patch's Red and Blue Commonwealth surveys.
Selectmen approved the requests for filming commercials at the town dock and on Rose Avenue.