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Woman in her 30s tests positive for West Nile Virus, marking eighth human case in Massachusetts
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Health insurers covered 112,000 fewer Mass. residents’ GLP-1 weight-loss drugs this year, report finds
Health insurers in Massachusetts covered 112,000 fewer residents for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs this year.
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"Widow's Bay" puts Rockport, Massachusetts in spotlight with Emmy wins: "Something really special"
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A ‘Widow’s Bay’ Season 2 Release Date Update After Its 14 Emmy Wins
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Mosquito-borne illnesses increasing in US. See map of affected states
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Massachusetts raises West Nile risk in nearly a dozen towns after 6th human case
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CDC issues alert about nationwide increase in rabies exposures
Health officials nationwide issue urgent guidance following a documented rise in rabies exposure cases across the United States.
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CDC warns of increase in rabies activity, human exposures across U.S.
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Dolly Parton's sister, Stella Parton, shares why the country music star kept her cancer battle private
Stella Parton reveals that country music icon Dolly Parton kept her fatal cancer diagnosis private from fans and much of her family.
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Massachusetts Reviewing Bill Simmons’s Proxy Betting Admission
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Lilly snags another Massachusetts biotech as local headcount surges past 1,400
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Eli Lilly to Buy Merida Biosciences for Up to $2.875 Billion
Eli Lilly is expanding its autoimmune portfolio through the acquisition of Merida Biosciences in a deal valued at up to $2.875 billion.
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Vacant lab space, shrinking workforce put Mass. in ‘unique position’ for biotech bounceback
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Second human case of West Nile virus identified in Massachusetts
Massachusetts health officials have identified a second human case of West Nile virus as mosquito testing shows widespread contamination across several counties.
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New AAA study shows how many Mass. drivers speed, and frankly the number sounds low
A new AAA study reveals widespread driver perceptions of speeding as normal behavior across multiple states, including Massachusetts, California, and Alabama.
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Montgomery County woman dies from West Nile virus, health officials confirm
Health officials in Texas and Massachusetts report new West Nile virus cases and fatalities, including the first death of 2026 in El Paso.
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Massachusetts to investigate Cardinals exec's alleged betting
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Mass. moves to crack down on sales of kratom, an addictive and unregulated substance
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Parasite Cases Increasing In MA: See Latest Data, Products To Avoid
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How wealthy are Massachusetts families? A new survey reveals enormous racial divides.
A new Boston Fed study reveals that median Black families in Massachusetts hold only 1% of the wealth of white families.
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Cyclosporiasis cases continue to rise in New Hampshire
New England sees a sharp rise in cyclosporiasis, with Massachusetts hitting 147 cases and New Hampshire reporting 69.
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The hottest ZIP code in the U.S. is on the North Shore.
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Don’t get duped this tax-free weekend: What’s worth shopping and what’s not
Massachusetts residents are utilizing a sales tax holiday on August 8 and 9, 2026, to purchase goods and services without state sales tax.
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Trump’s first Patriot Games set for Sunday, with $250K in scholarship money at stake
Donald Trump's 'Patriot Games' are scheduled to begin this Sunday, featuring $250,000 in scholarship funds for participating athletes.
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Mass. sees rise in cyclosporiasis amid US spike
Mass. sees a rise in cyclosporiasis infections amid a broader US spike, prompting expert advice on salad safety according to The Boston Globe.
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My Husband Found an Unwelcome Visitor in Our Bed. It’s a Threat That’s Coming for All of Us.
Health officials and media outlets are warning of an increase in tick activity and the associated risks of tick-borne illnesses during the peak summer season.
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eBay reaches $55.7 million settlement with Massachusetts couple that was "terrorized" in stalking scandal
eBay and former executives agree to a $55.7 million settlement over a 2019 harassment campaign that terrorized a Massachusetts couple.
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The MBTA is rolling out 3 new fare discounts — and extending half-off commuter rail passes
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Governor Healey unveils Noah Kahan-themed bill to cap ticket resale prices
Governor Maura Healey introduces a Noah Kahan-themed bill to curb ticket resale prices and fees across Massachusetts.
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Massive great white shark spotted off NC coast. See where its headed
The largest tagged male great white shark in the Atlantic Ocean has resurfaced off the coast of North Carolina after months of being unseen.
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Mass General Brigham battle pits $400K top nurse pay against $8.4M CEO
A historic healthcare strike at Mass General Brigham concludes with nurses returning to work, though no contract deal has been reached.
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Dispatch Dale Dickey to Widow’s Bay’s Most Cursed House
Knoxville native Dale Dickey earns a first Emmy nomination for her role in the hit series Widow’s Bay.
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Nearly 1,000 cases confirmed in Michigan as explosive diarrhea-causing parasite outbreak intensifies across US
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Massachusetts city orders curfew ahead of Cape Verde World Cup match following spate of stabbings, shootings
Brockton imposes a curfew before Cape Verde’s World Cup match after a surge in stabbings, shootings and 75 arrests.
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Beloved Brookline restaurant closes after over 60 years in business
Two long-standing businesses in Brookline, Massachusetts, have announced their permanent closures after decades of operation.
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With Mass. cutting weight loss drug coverage, patients scramble to afford prescriptions
Patients are struggling to afford weight loss prescriptions as Massachusetts reduces coverage for these high-cost medications.
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AJ Dybantsa could be the first No. 1 pick in NBA Draft from Massachusetts in 41 years
AJ Dybantsa is drawing significant attention as a potential No. 1 NBA Draft pick, a feat not achieved by a player from Massachusetts in 41 years.
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MBTA boss Phillip Eng accused of pulling employee's hair
Massachusetts transportation chief Phillip Eng apologizes after being accused of pulling an employee's hair.
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Where Massachusetts wants to take its Scottish love affair next
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Boston gals predict 'baby boom' in 9 months after partying with charming Scots during World Cup
Boston women foresee a baby boom within nine months after mingling with Scottish fans at the World Cup.
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The crescent moon joins 3 planets in a beautiful sunset sky show tonight
A rare celestial alignment featuring the crescent moon and three planets is creating a stunning sunset display across the sky.
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Newton-Wellesley Hospital's brain tumor investigation: New info on the 11 diagnosed nurses
An independent review addresses whether eleven Massachusetts nurses diagnosed with brain tumors form a hospital cancer cluster.
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What to know about alpha-gal syndrome, the life-threatening meat allergy caused by tick bites
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A Very Contagious Virus Is on the Rise, but Doctors Say Doing This One Simple Thing Will Keep You Safe
Norovirus outbreaks surge ahead of summer travel—doctors pinpoint one key prevention measure