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Our offshore wind tracker: What’s new with wind projects off Massachusetts and beyond?
Offshore wind is changing fast. Here’s our tracker, first published in April 2025, and the latest on where the Northeast’s wind projects stand as of Sept. 23, 2026.
Fall Hydrant Flushing Program
Hydrant Flushing Program locations for Friday, September 18
Community steps up as Barnstable officer faces long recovery after being struck outside Cape Cod Melody Tent; family fundraiser launched
The community is coming together in a big way as a 19-year Barnstable Police veteran remains in recovery after being struck by a vehicle while helping pedestrians leave a concert, police said. Officer Peter Ginnetty was hit shortly after 10:00 p.m. Sunday, at 41 West Main Street…
Man held on bail after 19-year police veteran struck by vehicle, significantly injured, at Cape Cod Melody Tent
A 19-year Barnstable police veteran remains in recovery after being struck by a vehicle while directing pedestrians after a concert, police said. Officer Peter Ginnetty was hit shortly after 10:05 p.m. Sunday, at 41 West Main Street in Hyannis. Police said he was standing in a…
Nigerian national residing in Massachusetts accused of voting in 2 elections
BOSTON – A Nigerian national residing in Massachusetts has been arrested and charged with illegally voting in the 2022 midterm elections. Defendant also allegedly voted in the 2024 Presidential primary election. According to the Massachusetts Department of Justice, 56-year-old…
Community mourns beloved Fall River man Gerry Mello, remembered for sense of humor, love of sports
A beloved Fall River man has died. 79-year-old Gerald “Gerry” Mello passed away on Sunday. Gerry was actively involved with Greater Fall River RE-CREATION and had also worked as part of People Incorporated. He also loved his sports. He could be seen wearing Patriots or Red Sox…
Westport, Tiverton, Dartmouth, Little Compton battle blaze, pet dog revived, firefighter transported to hospital
Westport Firefighters, along with mutual aid companies from surrounding towns responded to a structure fire in Westport Point late this morning. According to the department, the first arriving engine encountered heavy fire in the kitchen area of the two-story dwelling that was…
Joined by Carlos Cesar, Pastor Manny Silva, Anne Brensley announces initiative in Fall River to introduce Portuguese-language ballots in Massachusetts
FALL RIVER, MA – Republican nominee for Secretary of State Anne Brensley announced an initiative today to make Portuguese-language ballots available in Massachusetts communities where they are needed, beginning with cities such as Fall River that are home to significant…
History finds a home at the Fort Taber Fort Rodman Military Museum
The museum now holds donated objects from more than 2,000 people, nearly all veterans and their families.
Deep-pocketed donors flood the ballot-question field with cash
Millions of dollars have already been spent, even on questions with no opposition.
Massachusetts State Rep. says taxpayers are covering approx. $7 million a year in after-hours bail commissioner fees
Massachusetts State Rep. Steve Xiarhos says Massachusetts taxpayers are still covering after-hours bail commissioner fees, after legislation he filed to change the practice was sidetracked this year. Since a 2024 change in state law, when a person is arrested and released on…
U.S. Coast Guard Southeastern New England, good Samaritans, respond after fishing vessel catches on fire
They say the fishing community is like a family and that was evident Wednesday morning after an incident. According to U.S. Coast Guard Sector Southeastern New England, at just before 4:00 a.m., Sector SENE received a distress call over Channel 16 of a vessel on fire, the…