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High Costs Leave Massachusetts Middle-Class Families Struggling
Rising housing, child care, and living costs are making it harder for many Massachusetts middle-class families to get ahead, despite high household incomes.
High Costs Leave Massachusetts Middle-Class Families Struggling
Rising housing, child care, and living costs are making it harder for many Massachusetts middle-class families to get ahead, despite high household incomes.
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Did You Know There Was Gold Buried in Boston? The Secret Story Few Know
Was gold really buried in Boston? Discover the little known historical stories, legends, and truths behind hidden wealth in Boston’s past.
Two Massachusetts Boys Named Girls’ Gymnastics All-Stars After Winning League Titles
Two boys were named all-stars in Massachusetts girls’ gymnastics after winning league titles this winter, continuing a trend of male success in the sport.
Suffolk DA Overlooked Key Supreme Court Precedent in Nicholas O’Malley Case
Retired Massachusetts Judge Carol Erskine argues Suffolk DA Kevin Hayden ignored key U.S. Supreme Court standards when charging Boston police officer Nicholas O’Malley with manslaughter in a fatal Roxbury shooting.
Cape Cod Dem Lawmaker Accused of Spending Stolen Funds on Mortgage Payments, Menswear, Debt Payments, Psychic Services Won’t Seek Reelection
Cape Cod Democrat state Rep. Christopher Flanagan will not seek reelection after federal prosecutors added new fraud, money laundering, and tax charges against him.
New Hampshire Native Mickey Gasper Talks Basketball State Title, Pickleball, and Boston Red Sox Homecoming
Boston Red Sox infielder Mickey Gasper discusses winning a basketball state title in New Hampshire, growing up a Yankees fan, returning home to New England baseball, and his love of pickleball and the beach.
Here Are the 11 Ballot Questions Massachusetts Voters Could See This Fall
Massachusetts voters could face up to 11 ballot questions this November, covering issues including rent control, tax cuts, marijuana, gun laws, election reforms, and public records access.
Commentary
Suffolk DA Overlooked Key Supreme Court Precedent in Nicholas O’Malley Case
Retired Massachusetts Judge Carol Erskine argues Suffolk DA Kevin Hayden ignored key U.S. Supreme Court standards when charging Boston police officer Nicholas O’Malley with manslaughter in a fatal Roxbury shooting.
Commentary
The New York Times’s Latte Logic of Social Collapse
Heather Mac Donald argues that a New York Times video discussion defending “microlooting” and political violence reflects a broader cultural decay among left-wing elites and academia.
Editorials
Beacon Hill Is Making You Pay Illegal Immigrants' Rent. That's Not Fair
Commentary
A Renewed Case for Oil and Gas Investments
A new analysis argues oil and gas stocks remain a strong investment as geopolitical tensions drive higher energy prices.
Commentary
Authenticity: Bad! (Instead, Go For Integrity)
Is authenticity overrated? A new argument says the modern focus on “being yourself” can lead to self-absorption and weaker relationships — and makes the case for integrity instead.
Politics
The Climate Litigation Swindle
A growing wave of climate lawsuits targets major energy companies, as courts consider how far liability for emissions-related harms can extend.
Editorials
The SPLC Scandal Shows What Happens When Fear Becomes a Business Model
The case against the Southern Poverty Law Center raises serious questions about whether an organization that built its influence warning about hate instead had incentives to sustain it.
Commentary
DEATON: They Want Kids. They Just Can't Afford Massachusetts
America’s birth rate hit a record low, and in Massachusetts, high housing costs and living expenses are pushing young couples to delay or forgo having children.
Commentary
Massachusetts Must Set One High School Graduation Standard — Not 351 Different Ones
Massachusetts needs a clear, measurable high school graduation standard after the end of MCAS as a requirement, or risk lowering expectations for students.
Commentary
Massachusetts is Right to Explore 3-Year Bachelor’s Degrees
Massachusetts is moving toward 3-year bachelor’s degrees as college costs rise and enrollment falls. Shorter, more flexible programs could offer students a faster, more affordable path to in-demand careers.
News
High Costs Leave Massachusetts Middle-Class Families Struggling
Rising housing, child care, and living costs are making it harder for many Massachusetts middle-class families to get ahead, despite high household incomes.
Two Massachusetts Boys Named Girls’ Gymnastics All-Stars After Winning League Titles
Two boys were named all-stars in Massachusetts girls’ gymnastics after winning league titles this winter, continuing a trend of male success in the sport.
Cape Cod Dem Lawmaker Accused of Spending Stolen Funds on Mortgage Payments, Menswear, Debt Payments, Psychic Services Won’t Seek Reelection
Cape Cod Democrat state Rep. Christopher Flanagan will not seek reelection after federal prosecutors added new fraud, money laundering, and tax charges against him.
New Hampshire Native Mickey Gasper Talks Basketball State Title, Pickleball, and Boston Red Sox Homecoming
Boston Red Sox infielder Mickey Gasper discusses winning a basketball state title in New Hampshire, growing up a Yankees fan, returning home to New England baseball, and his love of pickleball and the beach.
Here Are the 11 Ballot Questions Massachusetts Voters Could See This Fall
Massachusetts voters could face up to 11 ballot questions this November, covering issues including rent control, tax cuts, marijuana, gun laws, election reforms, and public records access.
Feds: Dem Cape Cod Lawmaker Used Embezzled Funds for Mortgage, Menswear, Credit Card Debt, Psychic Services
Federal prosecutors allege state Rep. Christopher Flanagan, D-Dennis, used embezzled funds for mortgage payments, credit card debt, menswear, psychic services and campaign expenses.
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Culture
Massachusetts City Could Let Women Go Topless At Public Beaches
Northampton officials are weighing changes to a local ordinance that could allow women to go topless at public beaches after a 5-0 committee vote.
Five Most Unique Beaches in New England
Five of the most unique beaches in New England, from Singing Beach’s rare “singing” sand to Jasper Beach’s volcanic stones and more.
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A First-Timer’s Guide to Polar Park: What to Know Before a WooSox Game
Heading to Polar Park for a WooSox game? Here’s what to know about parking, food, seating, and the full game-day experience in Worcester.
Popular Local Craft Breweries in Massachusetts Drawing Crowds Across New England
Explore popular local craft breweries in Massachusetts, from Boston to Cape Cod. Discover New England IPA leaders, community taprooms, and why Bay State breweries continue to grow.
Being Bored: Good, But Not Enough
Smartphones may fill every quiet moment, but they can deepen boredom and anxiety. An old idea — “only boring people are bored” — may explain why.
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Faith
Worcester Red Sox Outfielder Braiden Ward Recites Deuteronomy 31:6 Before Every At-Bat. Here’s Why
Red Sox prospect Braiden Ward shares why he recites a Bible verse before every at-bat.
Red Sox Prospect Payton Tolle Recently Baptized, Embraces His Faith
Boston Red Sox prospect Payton Tolle was baptized this offseason and tells NewBostonPost his faith is now central to his life and baseball career.
Spotlight: Michael Hammond on Faith, Leadership, and the Future of Christian Higher Education
Gordon College President Michael Hammond shares how faith, family, and a career in Christian higher education shaped his leadership philosophy.
Spotlight: Mike Minogue on Leadership, Legacy and What Comes Next
Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue outlines his faith-driven approach to education, economic growth, energy policy, and government accountability in the 2026 Massachusetts race.
Politics
Suffolk DA Overlooked Key Supreme Court Precedent in Nicholas O’Malley Case
Retired Massachusetts Judge Carol Erskine argues Suffolk DA Kevin Hayden ignored key U.S. Supreme Court standards when charging Boston police officer Nicholas O’Malley with manslaughter in a fatal Roxbury shooting.
Ron Mariano and Karen Spilka Dismiss Voter-Approved Audit, Attack Diana DiZoglio as Court Fight Escalates
House Speaker Ron Mariano and Senate President Karen Spilka refused to comply with a 2024 voter-approved audit, turning personal against Auditor Diana DiZoglio as the legal battle intensifies.
Massachusetts Board Eyes Early 2026 Vote On Three-Year Bachelor's Degree
The Board of Higher Education is on track to vote in early 2026 on whether to allow public and private colleges and universities in Massachusetts to offer three-year bachelor's degrees, reducing the typical 120-credit requirement.
Winter Special Election Scheduled To Fill Lowell-Based Senate Seat
Voters in Lowell and a few surrounding towns will head to the polls in the winter of 2026 to elect a new senator.
Education
Two Massachusetts Boys Named Girls’ Gymnastics All-Stars After Winning League Titles
Two boys were named all-stars in Massachusetts girls’ gymnastics after winning league titles this winter, continuing a trend of male success in the sport.
Nashoba School Officials Change Multi-Person Gender-Neutral Bathroom Plan After Backlash
Officials overseeing the new Nashoba Regional High School project changed plans for gender-neutral bathrooms after parents and residents raised concerns about privacy, safety and student supervision.
Feds Investigating Smith College Over Transgender Admissions Policy
The U.S. Department of Education has opened a Title IX investigation into Smith College over its policy allowing transgender students who identify as women to enroll at the all-women’s school.
Concord-Carlisle Schools Reach Federal Settlement Over Antisemitic Bullying
Concord-Carlisle Public Schools reached a federal settlement after an investigation into antisemitic bullying, requiring policy changes and oversight.
Massachusetts Must Set One High School Graduation Standard — Not 351 Different Ones
Massachusetts needs a clear, measurable high school graduation standard after the end of MCAS as a requirement, or risk lowering expectations for students.