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Nancy Eve Cohen/NEPMAttorneys for environmental advocates are appealing the Environmental Protection Agency's plan to clean up the Housatonic River in federal appeals court Tuesday. They argue the plan was negotiated. -
Massachusetts law says health care providers must contact child protective services any time a newborn has been exposed to opioids, including in-utero exposure to prescription medication used to treat an addiction to opioids. That can punish women in recovery, compelling some to stop treatment, according to a new study.
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Sam Drysdale/State House News ServiceEd Augustus was sworn in on June 1 as secretary of Massachusetts' new cabinet-level housing department.
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Nirvani Williams/NEPMIt was a big relief for many when the Biden administration extended protections from deportation for Haitians. But some who are trying to resettle in western Massachusetts are still waiting for these protections.
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Congestion pricing is one of the measures Mass. state senators might consider imposing to discourage drivers from commuting at already-crowded peak times. -
Earlier this year, the Canadian company that serviced the bikes and provided the technology to run the system, notified the communities it was entering bankruptcy proceedings.
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This summer, the state is offering bonuses of up to $1,000 to lifeguards, as well as increased hourly pay.
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Speakers at the Springfield, Massachusetts, Memorial Day service asked attendees to reflect on the significance of the day beyond a holiday, store sales and family events.
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The man, known in court documents as John Doe, also alleged diocese officials in recent years tried to cover up Weldon's acts, issuing false statements to the media.
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The School Committee in Ludlow, Massachusetts, is scheduled to vote next month on a controversial proposal that could significantly alter the types of books and media allowed in the district’s libraries. It could also take away significant decision-making from librarians.
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Dr. Nunez began her presidency in 2006 and will support the university as it transitions to new leadership.
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The Massachusetts Attorney General's office found the Housatonic Rest of River Municipal Committee in violation of the open meeting law because an agenda item was not specific enough to inform the public. The item was to vote to approve funds to pay an attorney to argue in favor of the EPA's river cleanup plan in federal appeals court.
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About 72,000 New Hampshire residents are currently enrolled with Harvard Pilgrim health insurance, according to a company spokesperson.
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Police Superintendent Cheryl Clapprood said her department has 30 unfilled positions and has several officers out due to on-the-job injuries or on sick leave. The new officers are sorely needed to help bolster the department's ranks.
