The Barry Richard Show

MassDEP delayed the Clean Heat Standard to 2028, pushing state Net Zero energy mandates past the 2026 election amid warnings of rising home heating costs for residents.

Massachusetts state law prohibits owning wild hybrid animals, effectively making keeping a werewolf illegal. Explore exotic pet regulations, hybrid animal bans, Halloween legal facts, and local haunted real estate rules in Massachusetts.

Massachusetts laws ban dumping fall leaves in woods, trash bins, or storm drains. Local homeowners must compost, mulch, or use paper bags for curbside pick up.

New England fall depends on apples brought over by Pilgrims in 1620. Massachusetts now yields 32 million pounds worth $42 million annually during peak harvest.

Massachusetts DOC launched a 6-month remote work pilot at MCI-Shirley. Inmates earn $25/hour funding via Boston College and Alliance for Higher Education in Prison to prep for national conferences.

Massachusetts State Auditor targets MassHealth and SNAP benefits fraud after BSI uncovers $11.9M in improper payments. Report abuse to the anonymous state fraud hotline.

Massachusetts lawmakers passed a new abortion law in under 10 days, but voice votes and absent members left key local positions off the record.

Iconic 152-foot schooner Shenandoah retires after 62 seasons on Martha's Vineyard, as the Ocean Academy raises funds for replacement vessel Shenandoah II.

Independent candidate Andrea James joins Maura Healey and Mike Minogue in the 2026 Massachusetts governor race, advocating for criminal justice reform.

Massachusetts State Police delivered pizzas to migrants sheltered at Boston Logan Airport during Governor Maura Healey's 2023 crisis, officials confirm.