Advocates push Massachusetts to require hybrid public meetings
Remote access became an option for many meetings during the pandemic, but not all local governments adopted the practice.
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George Washington's personal library took a winding path before landing in Boston
In 1848, the Boston Athenaeum acquired more than 300 volumes from the famed Virginian's collection of books. They nearly ended up in the British Museum instead.
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Massachusetts agrees to higher insurance plan deductibles starting in 2026
Regulators approved higher deductible limits for health plans in 2026, but stressed reforms are needed to tackle affordability concerns and ensure Bay Staters don't end up "self-rationing" care. -
Ufot Family Cycle continues with world premiere of ‘The Grove’
The second play in the nine-play cycle is centered on the Ufot older daughter, Adiaha. -
Educators learn how to deal with immigration enforcement
ICE in schools, guardianship, and trauma all take a front seat in a rapidly changing environment. -
Inspired by Trump, Weymouth mayor trolls Hingham by ordering name change of bay
Weymouth Robert Hedlund calls for a geographical adjustment in a satirical post calling for name change of Hingham Bay to Gulf of Weymouth. -
Massachusetts sees highest surge in flu cases in years
Doctors are seeing more respiratory illness caused by influenza than caused by COVID-19. “That’s the first time that’s happened since the pandemic,” said Dr. Paul Sax.
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