Governor Maura Healey today announced that the Division of Insurance has negotiated down proposed rate increases from seven health insurers, saving Massachusetts residents and businesses a projected ...

The Massachusetts Department of Fire Services (DFS) today announced the expansion of firefighter survival training at the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA) with the addition of a new mobile ...

Following two days of debate, the Massachusetts Senate passed an economic development package that lifts up small businesses and burgeoning industries, bans predatory kiosks used in cryptocurrency ...

Last week, the Winthrop Town Council voted to move the polling location for all registered voters in 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6 back to the Old Middle School. Voters in Precinct 4 will continue to cast their ...

Five rehabilitated Kemp's ridley sea turtles are back in the ocean waters off Cape Cod after the New England Aquarium’s fourth sea turtle release of the summer Wednesday morning.

Richard “Dick” Thibeau will be inducted into the USA Hockey 80-Plus Hall of Fame at a ceremony Sept. 26 at Blue Sport Stable in Superior, Colorado. The non-profit senior hockey organization celebrates ...

Currently, the council has public comment periods at the beginning and end of its meetings. Under council rules however, councilors cannot directly answer questions posed by the public. Letterie ...

The Winthrop Town Council approved two appropriations for water and sewer projects that will help upgrade infrastructure on Winthrop Street during last week’s regular meeting. The first appropriation ...

Cottage Park Yacht Club’s 32nd annual Regatta to benefit Make-A-Wish provides a chance for sailors of all ages to compete for a good cause and the whole community to contribute to a nonprofit that ...

On Aug. 15, Foster will make his first Boston-area appearance for a live concert at the Kowloon in Saugus. Tickets are selling fast as many are lining up to join the rapidly growing “Foster Roster” of ...

Between backyard barbecues, beach vacations, and hiking trails, warmer weather encourages us to spend more time outdoors. But alongside all the summer fun in the sun comes the often-overlooked health ...

Most insect bites cause mild reactions such as itching, redness, warmth or minor swelling, and these symptoms can typically be managed with basic first aid. Washing the affected area, applying an ice ...