Invasive spotted lanternfly infestation reported in Seekonk
SEEKONK, Mass. (WPRI) — The spotted lanternfly has once again been detected in Massachusetts, this time in Seekonk. The invasive insects are...
Massachusetts towns on lockdown to prevent spread of deadly mosquito-borne disease EEE
Four Massachusetts towns are under voluntary lockdowns as the potentially deadly mosquito-borne disease Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE)...
Healey holds signing ceremony for maternal health bill
BOSTON ( WWLP ) — Governor Maura Healey, advocates, and onlookers celebrated the passage of a new maternal health law at...
Cold front slices through New England today; another one comes for weekend
A sharp cold front will push through New England throughout the day today. Ahead of the front will be a hot, humid summery day....
Mass. fire depts. will receive $15M in federal assistance
(*This story was updated at 10:06 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, with additional reporting.) Dozens of fire departments across Massachusetts are set to...
Long-term care bill expected to be sent to Gov. Healey’s desk Thursday
Infection control plans, uniform patient transfer forms, heightened scrutiny of private equity and much more headline a compromise long-term care reform bill that lawmakers...
McKee to sign new housing bills aimed at addressing housing crisis
(WJAR) - Governor Dan McKee will sign a number of housing bills into law on Thursday. The package is aimed at addressing the state's...
Turf trouble? Environmental groups concerned about harmful chemicals from fake grass
Turf fields are popular around Massachusetts for their consistency year-round. But some environmental groups say there are serious health concerns parents need to...
Massachusetts Man’s Numbers Finally Win Jackpot After 30 Years
Am I the only one in the Bay State to never strike it big with the Massachusetts State Lottery? It sure seems that way...
Massachusetts man finds and returns lost wedding ring to New York woman at Hampton...
MANCHESTER, N.H. - A New York woman's trip to Hampton Beach took a turn for the worse when she lost her wedding ring in...
