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A Massachusetts city or town handed a proposal for a data center large enough to draw more than 25 megawatts now stands between the developer and the state permits that project needs. Gov. Maura Healey signed Executive Order 658 on Sept. 8, barring the Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP), the
Here's what you need to know about road closures during Run Medford 2026 and about how to register to participate.
Erika Uyterhoeven declared victory with three of six communities counted and the district’s third-largest bloc still dark. The state representative from Somerville had 10,509 votes, 38.4% of ballots counted so far during the Sept. 1 primary, to state Rep. Christine Barber’s 8,459, 30.9%
Somerville City Councilor-at-Large Will Mbah has won the Democratic primary in the 34th Middlesex state rep race.
It seems quiet out there today in Medford, but Director of Elections Jim Blatchford said there's been a steady flow of voters throughout the day.
The School Committee on Aug. 24 unanimously voted to approve the policy submitted by Director of Health Services Jennifer Silva.
Here's what’s new this year, from staffing to programs to facilities, at Medford Public Schools.
Paul Ruseau is defending his acceptance of campaign donations from the Mass. Teachers Association, saying it is not "dark money," and he is challenging the SDCC's claim that he broke the pledge.
The house on Sydney Street in Medford has been declared uninhabitable, and the Nicolosi family says the repairs may take months to complete.
Cynthia Mendes, state director for Clean Water Action Massachusetts: “As an aide, as an advocate, and as a legislator, Rep. Barber has built a career on putting wins on the board for our health and environment."
Based in neighboring Woburn, BILT is a nonprofit organization providing personalized support for children, teens, and adults with disabilities.
AHMA Executive Director Jesse Kanson-Benanav: “Councilor Mbah was an integral part of creating the Somerville Office of Housing Stability and has supported transit-oriented development, eliminating parking minimums, and expanding affordable housing investment."
Mayor Breanna Lungo-Koehn announced today that Medford Police Chief Jack D. Buckley will retire on Dec. 19, 2026, following 28 years of service.
Both leaders pointed to Oates’s focus on the practical work of making Massachusetts more affordable and ensuring that progressive priorities translate into results.
Former State Representative Carl Sciortino is the latest addition to the individuals and organizations supporting Medford School Committee Member Paul Ruseau’s candidacy for state representative.
Retiring senator, who rarely endorses in legislative races, backs Barber to succeed her in the 2nd Middlesex
