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MassGOP Unites Behind Audit Fight as Mike Minogue Dominates Convention
MassGOP delegates rallied around auditing the Legislature as Mike Minogue won the party’s endorsement, highlighting frustration with Beacon Hill Democrats and rising costs.
MassGOP Unites Behind Audit Fight as Mike Minogue Dominates Convention
MassGOP delegates rallied around auditing the Legislature as Mike Minogue won the party’s endorsement, highlighting frustration with Beacon Hill Democrats and rising costs.
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Surprised by Call-Up, Jack Anderson Delivered in Red Sox Long Relief Role
Jack Anderson didn’t expect his call-up, but the right-hander delivered in a long relief role for the Boston Red Sox before being sent back to Worcester.
King Charles III in Washington: What He and Donald Trump Should Actually Do Together
King Charles III visits Washington, D.C. Here’s a fun, timely guide to what he and Donald Trump should do, eat, and experience in the nation’s capital.
Report Expresses Concerns About Male Inmates in Massachusetts Women’s Prison
A City Journal report raises concerns about Massachusetts policy allowing male inmates in a women’s prison and calls for a federal investigation.
Red Sox Pitcher Payton Tolle Rips Ketchup on Steak: “You’re Harming the Cow and the Cow’s Already Dead”
Red Sox pitcher Payton Tolle is no fan of ketchup on steak, calling it “an atrocity” and saying it belongs nowhere near it.
Trump Officials Explain Charges in Assassination Attempt
Trump administration officials outlined charges against a suspect accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, including federal firearm offenses.
Beacon Hill Democrats Vote Down Tax Cut Proposals on Income, Sales, Tips, Retirement
Beacon Hill Democrats voted down tax cut proposals targeting income, sales, tipped wages, and retirement income during a budget debate, citing fiscal concerns and revenue uncertainty.
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.
Commentary
DEATON: Healey and Markey Should Look in the Mirror, Not at Trump, for Massachusetts’ Problems
John Deaton argues Massachusetts’ economic struggles stem from Beacon Hill policies, not the President, pointing to outmigration, high costs, and lagging growth.
Commentary
Romneycare Has Driven Up Health Costs for Families and Small Businesses
Twenty years after Romneycare, critics say Massachusetts health reform has driven up costs, leaving families and small businesses facing unaffordable premiums.
Commentary
KIDS Act Would Make Kids Play Alone, Raise Privacy Concerns
Commentator Jack Rowlett argues the KIDS Act would restrict multiplayer gaming for minors, raising concerns about loneliness, privacy, and government overreach.
Commentary
20 Years Later, Romneycare Still Needs Serious Cost Controls
Twenty years after Massachusetts health reform, access has improved but rising costs remain a major problem, prompting calls for stronger cost controls.
Commentary
Trump Restores Science While Healey Rejects It Inside Massachusetts’s Gender Ideology Showdown
U.S. President Donald Trump affirms America recognizes two sexes, male and female, while Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey advances policies critics say defy biology. Massachusetts now sits at the center of the nation’s gender-ideology conflict.
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MassGOP Unites Behind Audit Fight as Mike Minogue Dominates Convention
MassGOP delegates rallied around auditing the Legislature as Mike Minogue won the party’s endorsement, highlighting frustration with Beacon Hill Democrats and rising costs.
Surprised by Call-Up, Jack Anderson Delivered in Red Sox Long Relief Role
Jack Anderson didn’t expect his call-up, but the right-hander delivered in a long relief role for the Boston Red Sox before being sent back to Worcester.
Report Expresses Concerns About Male Inmates in Massachusetts Women’s Prison
A City Journal report raises concerns about Massachusetts policy allowing male inmates in a women’s prison and calls for a federal investigation.
Red Sox Pitcher Payton Tolle Rips Ketchup on Steak: “You’re Harming the Cow and the Cow’s Already Dead”
Red Sox pitcher Payton Tolle is no fan of ketchup on steak, calling it “an atrocity” and saying it belongs nowhere near it.
Trump Officials Explain Charges in Assassination Attempt
Trump administration officials outlined charges against a suspect accused of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, including federal firearm offenses.
Beacon Hill Democrats Vote Down Tax Cut Proposals on Income, Sales, Tips, Retirement
Beacon Hill Democrats voted down tax cut proposals targeting income, sales, tipped wages, and retirement income during a budget debate, citing fiscal concerns and revenue uncertainty.
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Culture
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.
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.
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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.
Five Best Bars Near Fenway Park: Where to Drink Before and After a Red Sox Game
Best bars near Fenway Park: Five top places to drink before or after a Boston Red Sox game, including Bleacher Bar and Cask 'n Flagon.
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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
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.
Moulton, Pressley Vote Against Resolution Honoring Charlie Kirk
The U.S. House voted 310-58 to honor the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk with a National Day of Remembrance, but Massachusetts Democrats Seth Moulton and Ayanna Pressley opposed the resolution, citing concerns over its portrayal of Kirk.
Education
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.
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.
Hampshire College Is Closing. It’s a Warning About Useless Degrees
Hampshire College rejected traditional structure from the start. It offered no majors or grades, instead letting students design their own concentrations and receive narrative evaluations rather than GPAs.
Feds Investigating Westford Public Schools Over Transgender Bathroom and Locker Room Policy
Federal officials have launched a Title IX investigation into Westford Public Schools over its gender identity policy governing bathrooms and locker rooms.