Massachusetts is facing a new challenge as two women, both over 60, have tested positive for West Nile virus. This brings the total number of cases this year to 15. The virus spreads through mosquito bites, and health officials are advising residents to be cautious. As the weather starts to cool do
The recent controversy surrounding the Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education has highlighted a critical issue in governance - transparency. The state's attorney general office found that the board's chairperson, Craven, failed to provide sufficient notice of a panel discussion on
Imagine a young beaver named Nibi, raised by humans after being found orphaned on the side of a busy road in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. Newhouse Wildlife Rescue took her in and cared for her, but now there's a debate about whether she should go back into the wild. A judge has temporarily stopped thi
In a move to accelerate the sales of six Massachusetts hospitals and a physicians group, the state Health Policy Commission (HPC) is urging a thorough review of the deals. The commission's staff is tasked with analyzing the commitment of buyers to healthcare access and equity, as well as the impact
In a bid to revitalize the state's economy, a group of prominent business leaders has launched the Mass Opportunity Alliance, a nonprofit organization aimed at highlighting the tax burden and high costs of doing business in Massachusetts. The alliance, which has already raised millions of dollars, h
The US Department of Interior has set an auction date of October 29th for the first-ever sale of offshore wind energy leases in the Gulf of Maine. This significant move marks a major step forward in the country's efforts to transition to cleaner, renewable energy sources. The auction, which includes
Religious exemptions for vaccinations have been a topic of debate in Massachusetts for years, with some arguing that they infringe upon individuals' religious freedom. However, a closer examination of the issue reveals that these exemptions are not only unjustified but also put the health and well-b
The investigation into the death of Massachusetts State Police recruit Enrique Delgado-Garcia has raised more questions than answers. The 25-year-old died a day after becoming unresponsive during a defensive tactics training exercise at the Massachusetts State Police Academy in New Braintree. The in
The collapse of Steward Health Care's hospital system in Massachusetts is a stark reminder that even the most profitable businesses can succumb to mismanagement and greed. The impending Senate hearing on Thursday is a crucial moment to scrutinize the company's actions and the devastating impact on p
Jared Ravizza, a 26-year-old self-proclaimed entrepreneur, philanthropist, and professional skier, has been accused of carrying out four stabbings in a matter of hours, including the brutal attack on four girls at a Braintree movie theater and two McDonald's employees in Plymouth. But what led this
