Saturday Night, No Mask Required, at the Last Ditch Lesbian Bar in Massachusetts

A few locals stopped by the Last Ditch lesbian bar early Saturday evening, intending to drop a few bucks to support a struggling business that had become something of a celebrity. But the bar’s purple door was closed. Opening time was not until 10 p.m. “I …

Pfizer Grants to Nonprofits Preceded Massachusetts Vaccine Exemption Lobbying Letter

Pfizer Grants to Nonprofits Preceded Massachusetts Vaccine Exemption Lobbying Letter Pfizer paid $500,000 to two nonprofits that later signed a June 1 letter urging Massachusetts lawmakers to advance House Bill 2554 (H.2554), according to the company's …

Massachusetts gives Worcester $900,000 to map flood risks, and where to invest next

The improved data will help officials identify the weak spots in drainage systems. by Aaron GoldsteinSeptember 28, 2026 Worcester, Massachusetts, is getting a major boost in its effort to prepare for heavier rain and urban flooding. Massachusetts has now …

Massachusetts homeowner gets $24,500 heat pump quote, and one pro says it's 'too cheap'

A Massachusetts homeowner trying to price out a cold-climate heat pump replacement sparked a debate by asking if a $24,500 quote is a fair deal or a red flag. The answer from other homeowners — and from one commenter who said they work in the industry — …

Massachusetts DIY solar owner says north-facing panels made 82% as much power after 1 year

A Massachusetts homeowner's one-year DIY solar report offers the kind of real-world detail many shoppers rarely get. It shows how much electricity northwest-facing rooftop panels actually produce compared with front-facing arrays. In this case, the …

Man killed, 4 officers hospitalized after exchange of gunfire in Massachusetts

A man was killed in an exchange of gunfire with police during a welfare check at a home in Lakeville, Massachusetts, according to prosecutors. Four officers were hospitalized following the incident. The incident began at about 1:58 p.m. on Saturday when a …

Western Specialty Contractors Completes Phase 3 Façade Restoration at 1800 Massachusetts Avenue in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON D.C., MD, UNITED STATES, September 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Western Specialty Contractors’ Washington, D.C. branch has completed Phase 3 of an extensive façade restoration and waterproofing project at 1800 Massachusetts Avenue NW …

Massachusetts city councilors reject plan to fine unhoused people: 'Show some dignity and respect'

Photo Credit: Getty Images After objections from residents and some members of the Worcester, Massachusetts, City Council, a proposal to fine unhoused residents for sleeping or camping on public property was voted down on Sept. 22.  Detractors said the …

Nor’easter to linger around Massachusetts coast through Monday

After a soggy weekend, the Boston region can expect more wind and rain but less intense conditions as the nor’easter lingers through Monday before conditions begin to dry out Tuesday, according to National Weather Service forecasts. “The nor’easter is …

Nor’easter attracts sightseers up and down Massachusetts coast