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A Massachusetts town treasurer faces charges for embezzling town funds and from a fund for veterans' services.
Massachusetts Town Treasurer in Charged with Embezzling
A Massachusetts town treasurer faces charges for embezzling town funds and from a fund for veterans' services.
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Massachusetts joins with 22 other states to sue the Trump administration to challenge a federal rule that would change the Affordable Care Act.
22 States Sue Federal Government on New Healthcare Rules
Massachusetts joins with 22 other states to sue the Trump Administration to challenge a federal rule that would change the Affordable Care Act.
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The Central Massachusetts Mosquito Control Project (CMMCP) scheduled pesticide spraying in Worcester on Aug. 4.
Mosquito Spraying on Aug. 4 after West Nile Detected in Worcester
The Mass. DPH announced that West Nile Virus (WNV) was detected in mosquitos for a second time this year in Worcester.
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The Mass. Attorney General's office announced over $424,000 in funding to 38 organizations supporting youth summer job opportunities.
AG's Office Awards $424,000 for Youth Summer Jobs
The Mass. Attorney General's office announced over $424,000 in funding to 38 organizations supporting youth summer job opportunities.
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The City of Worcester announced it seeks input and ideas from qualified vendors on the development of a Fiber-to-the-Premises (FTTP) broadband network.
Worcester Seeks Information on Fiber Network Development
The City of Worcester announced that it seeks input and ideas from qualified vendors on the development of a Fiber-to-the-Premises (FTTP) broadband network.
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Gov. Healey held two ceremonial signings on two laws related to sexual assault related to DNA evidence and mandated reporters.
Governor Signs New Laws on Sexual Assault
Gov. Healey held two ceremonial signings on two laws related to sexual assault related to DNA evidence and mandated reporters.
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A sewer overflow on Route 20, near 23 Southwest Cutoff, enabled up to 15,000 gallons of untreated wastewater to discharge into the street and warnings at Lake Quinsigamond.
Sewer Overflow Leads to Lake Quinsigamond Restrictions
A sewer overflow on Route 20, near 23 Southwest Cutoff, enabled up to 15,000 gallons of untreated wastewater to discharge into the street
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A 39-year-old Lunenburg man received a federal prison sentence on Thursday, July 23, for possessing pornographic material of children.
39-Year-Old Lunenburg Man Sentenced for Child Pornography
A 39-year-old Lunenburg man received a federal prison sentence on Thursday, July 23, for possessing pornographic material of children.
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Police in Worcester are investigating a double shooting during the early morning of Wednesday, July 22, at a business on Shrewsbury Street.
Worcester Police Investigate Double Shooting on Shrewsbury St.
Police in Worcester are investigating a double shooting during the early morning of Wednesday, July 22, at a business on Shrewsbury Street.
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City Manager Eric Batista released a report that isn't just a rejection of a civilian review board; it is a manifesto on centralized government control. The next police chief signals that things will only get worse.
City Manager's Report Rejects Far More than Civilian Review
City Manager Eric Batista released a report that isn't just a rejection of a civilian review board, it is a manifesto on centralized government control.
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After a report released by City Manager Eric Batista rejecting the establishment of a Civilian Review Board, a second HRC member resigned.
Second Human Rights Commission Member Resigns
After a report released by City Manager Eric Batista rejecting the establishment of a Civilian Review Board, a second HRC member resigned.
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When Trump ended DOJ-led police reforms, anti-Trump local officials eagerly accepted the bailout of their favorite special interest group.
Worcester Chose Trump Bailout over the Constitution
When Trump ended DOJ-led police reforms, anti-Trump local officials eagerly accepted the bailout of their favorite special interest group.
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A jury in Worcester County Superior Court found a local man guilty of a 2020 murder in the Grafton Hill neighborhood.
26-Year-Old Man Found Guilty of 2020 Murder
A jury in Worcester County Superior Court found a local man guilty of a 2020 murder in the Grafton Hill neighborhood.
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The Shawna Shea Film Festival comes to Worcester from July 16 to July 18, bringing both shorts and feature films to Worcester
Shawna Shea Festival Brings 3 Days of Films to Worcester
The Shawna Shea Film Festival comes to Worcester from July 16 to July 18, bringing both shorts and feature films to Worcester
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The Worcester Board of Health adopted modifications to tobacco regulations in the city related to sales permits and smoking bar locations.
Tobacco Regulations in Worcester Modified by Board of Health
The Worcester Board of Health adopted modifications to tobacco regulations in the city related to sales permits and smoking bar locations.
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According to the settlement, 23andMe pays $18 million, including $387,218 to Massachusetts, to settle claims related to a 2023 data breach.
23andMe Settles with 42 States for 2023 Data Breach
According to the settlement, 23andMe pays $18 million, including $387,218 to Massachusetts, to settle claims related to a 2023 data breach.
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The Worcester Public Library announced the opening of an interactive tactile exhibit at its main branch, at 3 Salem Sq., starting July 15.
Worcester Library Hosts Tactile Art Exhibit
The Worcester Public Library announced the opening of an interactive tactile exhibit at its main branch, at 3 Salem Sq., starting July 15.
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Massachusetts joins a coalition with 11 other states to file a lawsuit to block the proposed $110 billion merger of Warner Bros. and Paramount.
Mass. Joins Lawsuit Against Paramount/ Warner Bros. Merger
Massachusetts joins a coalition with 11 other states to file a lawsuit to block the proposed $110 billion merger of Warner Bros. and Paramount.
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A yearlong program and 13 weeks of preparation culminates in three free performances produced by Worcester youth at the Brickbox Theatre.
Worcester Youth Take Over the Brickbox Theatre July 10
A yearlong program and 13 weeks of preparation culminates in three free performances produced by Worcester youth at the Brickbox Theatre.
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AG Andrea Joy Campbell announced Massachusetts will receive $730,000 as part of a $45 million multi-state settlement with the maker of Cash App.
Cash App Settlement includes $45 Million for 46 States
AG Andrea Joy Campbell announced Massachusetts will receive $730,000 in a $45 million multi-state settlement with the maker of Cash App.
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The state announced $18.6 million in HDIP tax credit awards for six housing projects that will create 662 new housing units in gateway cities.
Worcester Housing Project Receives State Tax Credit Award
The state announced $18.6 million in HDIP tax credit awards for six housing projects that will create 662 new housing units in gateway cities.
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A 37-year-old Gardner man agreed to plead guilty to tampering with opioids at a healthcare facility in Fitchburg.
Gardner Man Agrees to Pleade Guilty for Opioid Tampering
A 37-year-old Gardner man agreed to plead guilty to tampering with opioids at a healthcare facility in Fitchburg.
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