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SouthCoast Experiencing Significant Drought, State Says
Massachusetts officials are urging residents to conserve water as drought conditions impact much of the state.
Massachusetts Vehicle Inspection System Down Another Week
Massachusetts officials are giving drivers with expired March stickers a grace period to obtain an up-to-date sticker.
Massachusetts Vehicle Inspection Sticker System Remains Down
Massachusetts residents seeking inspection stickers for their vehicles will have to wait at least one more day.
Trooper Accused of Pointing Gun, Threatening Ex-Girlfriend
A Massachusetts state trooper accused of threatening to shoot his ex-girlfriend has been suspended without pay.
Duxbury Parents Allege Gym Teacher Raped Their Now-Deceased Son
The parents of a Duxbury man who died of a drug overdose last year have sued their son’s middle school gym teacher who they allege repeatedly raped him.
East Bridgewater Motorcycle Gang Leader Sentenced for Gun Crime
The regional leader of the Outlaws Motorcycle Club has been sentenced to more than two years in prison for being in possession of an unregistered gun.
Public’s Help Sought in Bridgewater Fatal Hit-and-Run Case
Authorities are seeking the public’s help in finding the driver of a vehicle that left the scene after striking and killing a pedestrian in Bridgewater.
Massachusetts Governor to Sign Sweeping Climate Change Bill
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker said Thursday he plans to sign a sweeping climate change bill.
Court Could Reimpose Boston Marathon Bomber’s Death Sentence
The Supreme Court will consider reinstating the death sentence for Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev.
Massachusetts Looks to Push Back Tax Filing Deadline
Massachusetts legislative leaders are moving to push back the state’s tax filing deadline to match up with that of the federal government.