Over a dozen medical schools and 40 law schools have elected to withdraw from the U.S. News & World Report annual college rankings as of February 2023. Critics argue that the […]
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Massachusetts girls high school basketball rankings
From the farm-fueled towns of the heartland to the bustling concrete canyons on the coast, high school girls basketball is a cultural touchstone. Basketball engages nearly 400,000 girls to join […]
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Elizabeth Warren running for 3rd US Senate term in 2024
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Democratic U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren announced Monday that she will seek a third term in 2024. Warren, a prominent voice for […]
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Massachusetts boys high school basketball rankings
From the roaring crowd to squeaking sneakers on the hardwood, high school boys basketball is a beloved American pastime. The sport’s school roots date back to its 19th-century beginnings. After […]
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Gillette Stadium to host ten concerts in 2023
Gillette Stadium is gearing up for a record-breaking summer of music. Following the announcement that Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band are adding a second Gillette Stadium stop to […]
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Massachusetts governor: Pharmacies must stock abortion pills
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — The governor of Massachusetts reminded pharmacies Wednesday that they are required to stock a key abortion pill, despite a nationwide effort by […]
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These are the highways in Massachusetts with the most fatalities.
Americans travel billions of cumulative interstate miles every year—statistically, accidents are almost a certainty. Still, many traffic crashes and subsequent fatalities are avoidable. In 2020, nearly 39,000 people were killed […]
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Dont’a Hightower retires from NFL after decade with Patriots
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Dont’a Hightower is making a quiet exit to a memorable career with the New England Patriots. The veteran linebacker, who did not play last season, announced […]
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Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band add a second Gillette Stadium Show
Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band have added two new North American dates to their 2023 international tour, announcing a long-awaited return to San Diego on December 2 at […]
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Best private high schools in Massachusetts
Private schools, in some form, existed long before the concept of free public education in America. Students were often educated through church-sponsored programs, private tutoring, and boarding schools. Public schools […]
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Researchers document 55 more white sharks in Cape Cod waters
The scientific nonprofit that tracks the white shark population in Cape Cod waters identified 55 sharks never before documented in the area during its most recent research season, but experts […]
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Patriots add WR JuJu Smith-Schuster with 3-year deal
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots made their first big pickup of free agency Wednesday, adding free agent wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster. Smith-Schuster confirmed the move in a post on Twitter saying […]
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Gov. Healey: COVID-19 public health emergency to end May 11
BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced Wednesday that the state’s COVID-19 public health emergency will end May 11. The announcement comes ahead of the 45-day notice required by […]
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AP source: Patriots plan to re-sign CB Jonathan Jones
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots have taken a step toward maintaining some stability in their secondary, agreeing to terms on a new contract to retain free agent cornerback Jonathan […]
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Online betting begins in sports-crazed Massachusetts
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts sports fans raced to their cellphones Friday to begin placing bets as the state allowed online sports wagering just days ahead […]
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Ranking: Best colleges in Massachusetts
Choosing a college is one of the most important decisions a person will make for their education, impacting everything from future earnings and employment to potential student loan debt and […]
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Biggest exports from Massachusetts
The U.S. trade deficit neared $1 trillion in 2022, hitting a record high. At the same time, total exports grew faster than imports, and select U.S. exports are experiencing particularly […]
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Massachusetts heat pump installer network has momentum in second year
by Sarah Shemkus, Energy News Network March 3, 2023 Massachusetts’ network of vetted and trained heat pump installers is emerging as an essential asset for achieving the state’s ambitious heating […]
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Massachusetts governor budgets for free community college
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey unveiled a proposed $55.5 billion state budget on Wednesday — a plan that would increase spending by more […]
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Best-performing Massachusetts stocks last week
Stacker compiled a list of the best-performing stocks in Massachusetts last week using data from IEX Cloud. Stocks are ranked by the highest percent price change from Feb. 17 to […]
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Massachusetts governor unveils $742 million tax relief plan
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Gov. Maura Healey unveiled a sweeping $742 million tax relief proposal Monday that she said would provide savings for families, renters, seniors, […]
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Kessler’s late goal lifts Revolution over Charlotte 1-0
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Henry Kessler scored in the 89th minute and Djordje Petrovic made four saves to lead the New England Revolution to a 1-0 victory over Charlotte FC […]
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Guns N’ Roses will perform at Fenway Park on August 21
Guns N’ Roses return to the road on a massive 2023 World Tour produced by Live Nation, headlining stadiums, festivals, and arenas throughout the summer and fall, including Fenway Park in Boston, […]
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Most popular boy names in the ’00s in Massachusetts
Stacker compiled a list of the most popular baby names for boys in the 00s in Massachusetts using data from the Social Security Administration. Names are ranked by number of […]
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Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band coming to Gillette Stadium on Aug. 24
Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band have announced additional North American dates on their 2023 international tour in 18 cities, with newly-added shows beginning at Wrigley Field on August […]