A part-time South Thomaston resident uses funds from his nonprofits to mount lawsuits over universities’ race-based considerations.
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Massachusetts dedicates plentiful resources to access
With a $1 million budget and a full-time staff, its program allows people with disabilities to sail, paddle, hike, bike, golf, ski and skate on state lands.
Tepid turnout in Massachusetts municipal elections fuels push for automatic voter registration
Advocates say the move would control costs and improve the accuracy of voter rolls.
Massachusetts OKs compromise $40.2 billion budget
The budget cuts spending levels to account for an anticipated reduction in tax revenues.
Prosecutors appeal ruling that erased Hernandez conviction
The murder conviction of the former Patriots player was voided after he took his own life in prison.
Massachusetts request may boost northern energy projects
Its bid might pave the way for Canadian utilities to sell renewable electricity to southern New England states.
Massachusetts Gov. Baker fails leadership test, says Democratic challenger
The Needham resident faces an uphill climb in challenging Massachusetts’ popular Republican governor.
Cape Cod officials send out balloon to detect sharks
An alternative to spotter planes or drones, altimetry balloons use thermal imaging and high-definition video.
New director will take the reins at Massachusetts therapeutic riding center
Its outgoing manager reflects on the bond between humans and horses.
Massachusetts art exhibit asks, ‘What is wearable?’
Thirty-two costumes are on display, designed by artists who tried to view the body as a canvas.