Massachusetts lawmakers seek stricter ballot funding rules
Massachusetts lawmakers are looking to tighten rules surrounding disclosure of funding for ballot questions, with a plethora of potential questions still on the table for next November.
Massachusetts receives $162 million in federal rural health care aid
All 50 states received money from the federal government earmarked for rural healthcare this week, and Massachusetts got about $162 million.
Movies and TV shows casting in Worcester
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a...
Start of 2026 brings new laws and rules in Massachusetts. Here’s what to know
With the start of 2026, Massachusetts residents will see several new laws and regulations take effect.
Woman arrested on multiple charges in Ware
WARE, MA — A local woman faces multiple felony charges following her arrest Monday. Brittany Hutchins of Ware was arrested by members of the Ware Police Department on Dec. 29. Hutchins was charged with breaking and entering into a building at nighttime for a felony, witness intimidation, violation of...
Man arrested after ax assault in Shrewsbury
SHREWSBURY, MA — A 22-year-old man was arrested following an assault involving an ax on Dec. 30. At approximately 8:54 a.m., Officer Chysna was on routine patrol in a marked cruiser in the area of the 200 block of South Quinsigamond Avenue when he observed a disturbance in the roadway involving several individuals.
What’s open, what’s closed in Massachusetts on New Year’s Day 2026?
New Year’s Day marks a fresh start with a brand new calendar year and a time to reflect on the past year and make resolutions for what’s to come in the next 365 days. People should anticipate that many businesses and public services may operate on different schedules than normal due to the holiday.
A Massachusetts man is feeling grateful and is on the move after winning $1...
A Massachusetts man is feeling grateful that he picked a winner while playing a State Lottery scratch ticket and a big winner it was. According to the Massachusetts State Lottery, Fritz Arnoux of Dorchester is the winner of a $1 million grand prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$1,000,000 Bonus Wins” $5...
Three people facing charges after alleged robbery in Milford
Three people are facing charges in connection with an alleged robbery that happened late last month in Milford.
Pediatric Flu Cases Surge in Worcester ERs, Doctors Urge Vaccination
WORCESTER, MA- A sharp increase in flu cases is sending more children to the emergency room this winter, according to Zachary Binder, MD, an associate professor of pediatrics at UMass Chan Medical School and a pediatric emergency medicine physician at UMass Medical Center. Dr. Binder joined Talk of the Commonwealth...

















