Massachusetts breaking news

Freetown Workers Celebrate New Contract with Stop & Shop

News Summary Workers at the Freetown distribution center are celebrating after Teamsters Local 25 secured a tentative six-year contract with…

2 months ago

New Vascular + Vein Center Opens in Lowell, MA

News Summary The Tufts Medicine Vascular + Vein Center has officially opened in Lowell, MA, providing comprehensive vascular care to…

2 months ago

Joann to Close 500 Stores Nationwide Amid Bankruptcy

News Summary Joann, the popular craft store chain, announced it will be closing 500 of its stores across the U.S.,…

2 months ago

Massachusetts Faces Nursing Shortage: A Crisis with Economic Ripple Effects

News Summary Massachusetts is experiencing a significant nursing shortage with over 5,000 RN positions vacant in hospitals. The crisis has…

2 months ago

Massachusetts Files Complaint Against Nursing Facilities for Fraud

News Summary The United States Attorney’s Office and Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office have filed a complaint against 19 skilled nursing…

2 months ago

Massachusetts Considers New Sales Tax on Cable Boxes

News Summary Massachusetts is exploring the implementation of a 6.25% sales tax on rented or leased cable boxes. The Department…

2 months ago

Costco Grand Opening Set for Sharon, Massachusetts

News Summary Costco is set to open its new store in Sharon, Massachusetts on March 12, 2024. This 162,000 square-foot…

2 months ago

Massachusetts Gas Bills Set for Significant Reduction

News Summary Utility companies Eversource and National Grid are set to implement a 10% reduction in gas bills for Massachusetts…

2 months ago

Massachusetts Proposes Zoning Reforms to Tackle Housing Crisis

News Summary Massachusetts is facing a severe housing crisis, prompting the Unlocking Housing Production Commission to propose extensive zoning reforms.…

2 months ago