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Massachusetts and Rhode Island janitors dodge strike as union seals historic agreement

November 15, 2023

Massachusetts and Rhode Island janitors dodge strike as union seals historic agreement

A potential strike by 12,500 janitors in Massachusetts and Rhode Island has been avoided, thanks to a tentative agreement between the union and cleaning contractors.

1 dead, 3 injured in western Massachusetts shooting

November 15, 2023

1 dead, 3 injured in western Massachusetts shooting

One man has been reported dead and three others were wounded in a Tuesday evening shooting in Springfield, Massachusetts. No arrests have yet been made.

Boston-area highway closed after multi-car pileup overturns oil tanker

November 15, 2023

Boston-area highway closed after multi-car pileup overturns oil tanker

Massachusetts State Police on Wednesday began investigating a multi-vehicle crash in Billerica, which resulted in the overturning and rupture of a loaded oil tanker.

Former editor of liberal news outlet charged with multiple counts of child pornography

November 15, 2023

Former editor of liberal news outlet charged with multiple counts of child pornography

Slade Sohmer, the former editor-in-chief of left-leaning outlet The Recount, has been charged with the possession and distribution of child pornography.

Massachusetts town approves permit to fly Palestinian flag on public flagpole

November 14, 2023

Massachusetts town approves permit to fly Palestinian flag on public flagpole

The town of North Andover, Massachusetts, approved an application to fly the Palestinian flag on a public flagpole in the Town Common until Dec. 7.

Northern Massachusetts teachers and committee reach agreement, ending strike

November 14, 2023

Northern Massachusetts teachers and committee reach agreement, ending strike

A teachers strike in northern Massachusetts has ended after educators and the school district committee concluded negotiations and solidified an agreement.

Northern Massachusetts district's schools remain closed as teacher strike enters fourth day

November 13, 2023

Northern Massachusetts district's schools remain closed as teacher strike enters fourth day

Schools in Andover, Massachusetts remained closed Monday as local teachers spent a fourth day on strike, keeping approximately 5,500 students out of school.

MIT faces backlash for not expelling anti-Israel protesters over 'visa issues': 'Who is in charge?'

November 13, 2023

MIT faces backlash for not expelling anti-Israel protesters over 'visa issues': 'Who is in charge?'

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is facing considerable backlash after its administrators backed down from a promise to expel pro-Palestinian protesters citing "visa issues."

Unforgettable experiences and activities to elevate your visit to Massachusetts

November 12, 2023

Unforgettable experiences and activities to elevate your visit to Massachusetts

Explore the diverse attractions and experiences that Massachusetts has to offer to travelers, including history, natural beauty, culinary delights and educational opportunities.

Over 1,600 Jewish alumni demand Harvard crack down on antisemitism in scathing letter

November 11, 2023

Over 1,600 Jewish alumni demand Harvard crack down on antisemitism in scathing letter

A growing group of Jewish alumni and students are calling on Harvard University to crack down on antisemitism on campus, with some threatening to withhold donations to the school.