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Holyoke fair to teach buyers how homeownership may be more affordable than they think
Holyoke fair to teach buyers how homeownership may be more affordable than they think
A Holyoke homebuyer fair on Feb. 12 will show first-time Massachusetts buyers how they may qualify for low down‑payment options and up to $25,000 in assistance.
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February 11, 2026 at 8:39 PM
Holyoke fair to teach buyers how homeownership may be more affordable than they think
Property Brothers star shares tragic family news: ‘My heart is broken’
Property Brothers star shares tragic family news: ‘My heart is broken’
HGTV personality Drew Scott revealed a personal tragedy in an emotional post shared on Instagram.
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February 11, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Property Brothers star shares tragic family news: ‘My heart is broken’
Ex-Worcester councilor convicted on one charge, acquitted on another
Ex-Worcester councilor convicted on 1 charge, acquitted on another in ICE-related incident
The case had led to many Worcester residents expressing their support for the ex-councilor and demanding charges be dropped.
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February 11, 2026 at 8:13 PM
Ex-Worcester councilor convicted on one charge, acquitted on another
Beloved ‘90s heartthrob actor dead at 48
Beloved ‘90s heartthrob actor dead at 48
The wife of James Van Der Beek, star of the hit drama series "Dawson's Creek," announced his death Wednesday afternoon.
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February 11, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Beloved ‘90s heartthrob actor dead at 48
Western Mass. man pleads guilty to hiding over $500K in income in tax fraud scheme
Western Mass. man pleads guilty to hiding over $500K in income in tax fraud scheme
The owner of a Western Massachusetts construction company has pleaded guilty to charges related to a tax fraud scheme that netted him hundreds of thousands of dollars.
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February 11, 2026 at 7:55 PM
Western Mass. man pleads guilty to hiding over $500K in income in tax fraud scheme
Mass. school shelters in place as science project mistaken for bomb
Mass. school shelters in place as science project mistaken for bomb
Police received a report of a suspicious package with a wire and a timer attached.
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February 11, 2026 at 7:46 PM
Mass. school shelters in place as science project mistaken for bomb
Mass. medical transport company billed state over $770,000 for fake rides, AG says
Mass. medical transport company billed state over $770,000 for fake rides, AG says
A Massachusetts non-emergency medical transportation company billed the state for 17,000 rides that never happened, according to the state attorney general's office.
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February 11, 2026 at 7:25 PM
Mass. medical transport company billed state over $770,000 for fake rides, AG says
Is your food safe? FDA reviews popular preservative over cancer risks
Is your food safe? FDA reviews popular preservative over cancer risks
The preservative is widely-used in food products such as breakfast cereals, cookies, candy, frozen meals and meat products.
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February 11, 2026 at 7:16 PM
Is your food safe? FDA reviews popular preservative over cancer risks
Gang violence looms in murder trial of teen boy in Lynn convenience store killing
Gang violence looms in murder trial of teen boy in Lynn convenience store killing
A 15-year-old stabbed a fellow teenager to death inside a convenience store. Prosecutors say they were members of rival gangs.
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February 11, 2026 at 7:05 PM
Gang violence looms in murder trial of teen boy in Lynn convenience store killing
Popular Boston Mexican restaurant expanding to nearby suburb this summer
Popular Boston Mexican restaurant expanding to nearby suburb this summer
The new location is said to exude the same “airy, beachy vibes” as its other spot.
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February 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Popular Boston Mexican restaurant expanding to nearby suburb this summer
Boston police arrest man on human trafficking charges after undercover operation
Boston police arrest man on human trafficking charges after undercover operation
A 23-year-old Boston man is facing charges of trafficking a person for sexual servitude and deriving support from prostitution after his arrest in the Seaport District on Monday.
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February 11, 2026 at 6:37 PM
Boston police arrest man on human trafficking charges after undercover operation
Was Trump involved with Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes? New poll reveals what Americans believe
Was Trump involved with Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes? New poll reveals what Americans believe
A new poll shows how Americans view President Donald Trump's ties to the Jeffrey Epstein case.
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February 11, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Was Trump involved with Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes? New poll reveals what Americans believe
A new poll says who did a better job as president. Trump’s going to hate the answer
A new poll says who did a better job as president. Trump’s going to hate the answer
The new poll is one of three that recently held bad news for President Donald Trump as he heads into the thick of the 2026 midterm campaign season.
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February 11, 2026 at 6:27 PM
A new poll says who did a better job as president. Trump’s going to hate the answer
Central Mass. spa owner, manager charged with keeping a house of prostitution
Central Mass. spa owner, manager charged with keeping a house of prostitution
The owner and manager of a spa were arrested Tuesday on charges related to running a brothel, according to police.
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February 11, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Central Mass. spa owner, manager charged with keeping a house of prostitution
Mass. GoMass. Gov Healey eyes $21M boost for sheriffs in 2026-27 budget plan
Mass. GoMass. Gov Healey eyes $21M boost for sheriffs in 2026-27 budget plan
Spending by the Bay State's county sheriffs raised eyebrows last year. A report by the state inspector general is due later this month.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Mass. GoMass. Gov Healey eyes $21M boost for sheriffs in 2026-27 budget plan
Holyoke police arrest 3 after complaints prompt investigation near Soucy Park
Holyoke police arrest 3 after complaints prompt investigation near Soucy Park
Police arrested three people near Soucy Park after an investigation sparked by residents’ reports of open drug use.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Holyoke police arrest 3 after complaints prompt investigation near Soucy Park
Mount Holyoke College to return Indigenous items taken from area graves
Mount Holyoke College to return Indigenous items taken from area graves
The college said it intends to return the object on or after March 13.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Mount Holyoke College to return Indigenous items taken from area graves
‘Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity’: Quincy mayor eyes shuttered college for purchase
‘Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity’: Quincy mayor eyes shuttered college for purchase
The announcement comes after an alum's plans to buy the property fell apart.
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February 11, 2026 at 5:04 PM
‘Once-in-a-lifetime opportunity’: Quincy mayor eyes shuttered college for purchase
Dog rescued after falling through ice in Mass. town
Dog rescued after falling through ice in Mass. town
Firefighters went into the frigid water to rescue Rufus, who had fallen through a hole in the ice.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:55 PM
Dog rescued after falling through ice in Mass. town
150K+ vehicles recalled nationwide for faulty part: Return to dealer ASAP
150K+ vehicles recalled nationwide for faulty part: Return to dealer ASAP
Toyota is recalling thousands of vehicles for this faulty part. Here's what vehicle owners should know about the issue, and the remedy.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:50 PM
150K+ vehicles recalled nationwide for faulty part: Return to dealer ASAP
Staple Stoneham eatery hosting one-night dinner event with Boston culinary icon
Staple Stoneham eatery hosting one-night dinner event with Boston culinary icon
Two influential chefs will cook alongside their family members during this special event next week.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:45 PM
Staple Stoneham eatery hosting one-night dinner event with Boston culinary icon
Hershey’s reveals limited-edition chocolate Olympic medals — but some you can’t eat
Hershey’s reveals limited-edition chocolate Olympic medals — but some you can’t eat
Go for the gold with Hershey's new limited-edition chocolate medals! But some of them aren't for eating.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:40 PM
Hershey’s reveals limited-edition chocolate Olympic medals — but some you can’t eat
Grammy-winning pop star quits agency after CEO linked to Epstein files
Grammy-winning pop star quits agency after CEO linked to Epstein files
A Grammy-winning pop star is one of several musicians who have announced their departure from their talent agency following revelations its CEO has ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:35 PM
Grammy-winning pop star quits agency after CEO linked to Epstein files
Why some Republicans are now calling Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl show ‘illegal’
Why some Republicans are now calling Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl show ‘illegal’
Two House members are pushing the FCC for "dramatic action" after the record-setting halftime show was aired.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Why some Republicans are now calling Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl show ‘illegal’
Here’s how much Worcester made off of the Walking Dead filming in town
Here’s how much Worcester made off of the Walking Dead filming in town
The Walking Dead spin-off, The Walking Dead: Dead City brought more than just a horde of zombies to Worcester’s streets.
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February 11, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Here’s how much Worcester made off of the Walking Dead filming in town