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1+ week, 4+ day ago   (108+ words) New Bedford has lowered the minimum age for a $1,000 senior property tax exemption from 70 to 65. The change allows more income-eligible senior homeowners to qualify for property tax relief. To... New Bedford expands senior property tax relief. How to get a…...

8+ hour, 57+ min ago   (227+ words) The city has released additional details about what led ot Springfield City Manager Bryan Heck being placed on paid administrative leave. As News Center 7 previously reported, Springfield City Commission voted unanimously to place Heck on leave during its Tuesday meeting....

2+ hour, 49+ min ago   (377+ words) LOWELL — A brand-new, accessible and inclusive playground, three completely refurbished basketball courts, a tennis court, pickleball courts and a handball court are the among the amenities in a renovated and expanded O’Donnell Park on Gorham Street. City leaders were joined…...

1+ day, 21+ hour ago   (422+ words) NEW BEDFORD – The city will dedicate its Herman Melville statue on Aug. 14 at 11 a.m. at Seamen’s Bethel, where Melville once sat in a pew in the chapel’s southeast corner. The future author worshipped at the chapel as a young man…...

8+ hour, 55+ min ago   (287+ words) by Sarah Heinonen | Jul 31, 2026 | Hampden County, Local News, Springfield SPRINGFIELD — State Rep. Bud Williams organized a panel discussion on addiction and gun violence hosted by the Bay Area Neighborhood Council. A group of about 30 people listened to Williams, Springfield Police…...

2+ day, 13+ hour ago   (71+ words) Because of his successful finish to last season and the talent around him, it would be stunning if Trevor Lawrence took a backward step this year. Trevor Lawrence wasn’t sharp throughout the Jacksonville Jaguars’ first training camp practice on Wednesday,…...

8+ hour, 20+ min ago   (923+ words) School’s out and the summer holidays are once again upon us. Here are some options when it comes to things to do for the whole family. Why not try something a little bit different this August with The Little Deal’s…...

2+ day, 22+ hour ago   (483+ words) Whether you prefer them mild, spicy, sweet or extra hot, National Chicken Wing Day on July 29 gives wing lovers the perfect excuse to dig into one of America's favorite comfort foods. From classic Buffalo to dry rubs and house-made sauces,…...

1+ day, 9+ hour ago   (90+ words) Residents and visitors in Somerville now have access to 12 additional electric vehicle charging ports, according to a community announcement. A ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the project's... Residents and visitors in Somerville now have access to 12 additional electric vehicle charging ports, according…...

9+ hour, 14+ min ago   (1166+ words) Parliament has approved the creation of the Greater Cambridge Development Corporation in a landmark decision for the future of the region. Intended to “unlock nationally significant growth” at pace and scale, the corporation will be armed with a “combination of…...