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Continue with Googleheraldnews.com • Transportation • Massachusetts
Massachusetts' South Coast Rail is launching with free weekday and weekend fares through March and April, respectively, to celebrate the return of passenger rail service after 65 years.
wbsm.com • Transportation • Massachusetts
Initial South Coast Rail service between Boston and New Bedford/Fall River experienced delays and cancellations due to crew availability issues and a near-miss accident involving a school bus.
heraldnews.com • Transportation • Massachusetts
Multiple MBTA South Coast Rail trains were canceled due to staffing shortages, causing significant delays for passengers traveling to and from New Bedford and Fall River.
heraldnews.com • Transportation • Massachusetts
The MBTA offers reduced fares on commuter rail services to various eligible groups, including seniors, people with disabilities, and those receiving state assistance.
heraldnews.com • Transportation • Massachusetts
South Coast Rail experienced train cancellations due to crew shortages, inconveniencing riders during a free weekend promotion, prompting the MBTA to encourage the use of alerts for service updates.
bostonglobe.com • Transportation • Massachusetts
The initial rollout of the South Coast Rail line has been plagued by service disruptions due to crew shortages, raising concerns about the effectiveness of public transit investments and the contractor's performance.
bostonglobe.com • Transportation • Massachusetts
The newly launched South Coast Rail line in Massachusetts is facing significant service disruptions due to staffing shortages, leaving commuters stranded and skeptical of the system's reliability.
boston.com • Transportation • Massachusetts
The MBTA's new South Coast Rail line has experienced significant issues during its first month, including cancellations, delays, and the frequent use of shuttle buses.
gazettenet.com • Crime • Massachusetts
A Northampton, Massachusetts woman was jailed without bail for the brutal killing of her dog, which a judge deemed a 'savage beating'.
boston.com • Crime • Massachusetts
The retrial of Karen Read for the murder of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe is underway, and this article examines the most contested evidence presented.
telegram.com • Crime • Massachusetts
Marlborough Police are using social media to solve a 10-year-old jewelry theft case, hoping that a photograph of a couple found with the stolen items will lead to the rightful owners.
telegram.com • Crime • Massachusetts
Yvonne Ngoiri, accused of a fatal 2022 fire in Worcester that killed four people, is scheduled for a change of plea hearing.
bostonglobe.com • Crime • Massachusetts
Fall River police officer Mitchell Walsh was arrested and charged with multiple felonies, including attempting to have sex with a minor and drug possession, following an undercover sting operation.
chillingcrimes.com • Crime • Massachusetts
The disappearance and murder of ten-year-old Holly Piirainen in 1993 remains an unsolved mystery, with a potential link to another similar case involving Molly Bish.
bostonglobe.com • Crime • Massachusetts
A Longmeadow, Massachusetts man admitted to a $19 million loan scheme involving forged documents and defaulting on loans for real estate businesses.
berkshireeagle.com • Crime • Massachusetts
A Pittsfield man, already jailed for gun possession, faces new charges after police discovered multiple firearms and ammunition at his residence.
berkshireeagle.com • Crime • Massachusetts
A Pittsfield, Massachusetts man faces a felony assault charge for allegedly assaulting his neighbor, causing a fractured skull.
bostonglobe.com • Politics • Massachusetts
Cambridge City Councilor Burhan Azeem's impactful housing reforms, including the ambitious six-story zoning initiative, demonstrate his political savvy and commitment to addressing the housing crisis.
bostonherald.com • Politics • Massachusetts
The Boston Herald editorial criticizes the frequent corruption scandals involving Massachusetts politicians, urging stricter penalties to deter future misconduct.
bostonglobe.com • Politics • Massachusetts
Proposed budget cuts in Massachusetts, exacerbated by potential federal funding reductions under the Trump administration, threaten crucial health programs and services.
bostonglobe.com • Politics • Massachusetts
Massachusetts delays enforcement of electric heavy truck sales mandates due to manufacturers' inability to meet quotas, creating an impasse between environmental goals and industry challenges.
masslive.com • Politics • Massachusetts
Springfield, Massachusetts, City Council approved a union contract with no current members, enabling the city to hire part-time nurses for public health services.
gazettenet.com • Politics • Massachusetts
A bill enhancing protections for reproductive and transgender healthcare providers in Massachusetts is advancing in the state Senate, aiming to safeguard them from legal challenges originating from other states or the federal government.
bostonglobe.com • Politics • Massachusetts
A Globe analysis reveals that Massachusetts healthcare giants' employees donated heavily to top state politicians' campaigns in 2024, raising questions about industry influence.
gazettenet.com • Politics • Massachusetts
The Massachusetts House of Representatives passed a bill reforming the state's cannabis laws, restructuring the Cannabis Control Commission and addressing hemp product regulation.
bostonglobe.com • Law • Massachusetts
The Karen Read retrial continued with testimony from a paramedic and a hospital lab director, followed by a jury visit to the crime scene.
bostonglobe.com • Law • Massachusetts
This article recounts the events of a day in Karen Read's retrial, focusing on the cross-examination of a state police investigator and the presentation of evidence.
bostonherald.com • Law • Massachusetts
The Massachusetts State Police are criticized for their handling of the Karen Read murder investigation, with accusations of dereliction of duty, unprofessional conduct, and excessive overtime pay.
bostonglobe.com • Law • Massachusetts
In Karen Read's retrial for the death of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe, prosecutors are using video evidence of Read's past interviews to challenge her statements and counter the defense's claims of a police coverup.
gazettenet.com • News • Massachusetts
A section of Main Street sidewalk in Northampton, Massachusetts, has been closed due to an immediate risk of collapse, prompting temporary closure for safety reasons.
gazettenet.com • News • Massachusetts
A new lesbian bar and performance venue, Last Ditch, has opened in Greenfield, Massachusetts, providing a much-needed space for the queer community.
bostonglobe.com • RealEstate • Massachusetts
Massachusetts home prices, particularly in coastal areas, have experienced significant increases over the past five years, driven by factors such as the COVID-19 pandemic, low mortgage rates, and limited housing supply.
bostonglobe.com • RealEstate • Massachusetts
Taylor Swift's former Cape Cod mansion, boasting stunning ocean views and luxurious amenities, is back on the market for $14.5 million.
bostonglobe.com • RealEstate • Massachusetts
The decline of Berkshire Mall in Lanesborough, Massachusetts, highlights the challenges faced by small towns when their largest taxpayer, a dying mall, becomes a financial and developmental headache.
berkshireeagle.com • Sports • Massachusetts
The article lists Berkshire County residents participating in the 129th Boston Marathon, highlighting their past performances and bib numbers.
bostonglobe.com • Sports • Massachusetts
A high school football player's severe brain injury highlights safety concerns and shortcomings within the school's athletic program.
berkshireeagle.com • Sports • Massachusetts
Pittsfield, Massachusetts is offering introductory pickleball lessons for seniors, capitalizing on the sport's rapid growth and popularity.
bostonglobe.com • Accident • Massachusetts
An MBTA commuter rail train collided with a semi-truck in Canton, Massachusetts, injuring one passenger and disrupting train service.
bostonglobe.com • Accident • Massachusetts
A 78-year-old driver was killed when their pickup truck was struck by an MBTA commuter rail train in Cohasset, Massachusetts.
gazettenet.com • Business • Massachusetts
Smithland Pet & Garden Center, a long-standing retailer in western Massachusetts and Connecticut, is closing all 13 of its locations due to economic challenges.
bostonglobe.com • Economics • Massachusetts
Massachusetts's recent millionaires tax, while initially boosting revenue, has led to significant outmigration and a negative long-term economic outlook, serving as a cautionary tale for other states.
bostonglobe.com • Economics • Massachusetts
A recent study reveals that Massachusetts is experiencing a five-year economic slowdown, particularly impacting its professional services sector, and lagging behind national growth averages.