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Pols & Politics: Who were the top paid Massachusetts lawmakers last legislative session?
Massachusetts state payroll records show Democrats and Republicans cashed in on lucrative legislative jobs on Beacon Hill last session.
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From Sox fan to starting pitcher: Middleborough’s Sean Newcomb on ‘surreal’ journey
Left-hander Sean Newcomb grew up a diehard Red Sox fan in Middleborough, Massachusetts. Now, he's pitching for his favorite team.
Opinion Columnists
Gaskin: White Stadium’s potential economic impact
We need to start the urban and strategic planning now and model the economic impact under different scenarios to make sure we are maximizing the opportunity for all stakeholders.
Local News
Full Text: Top federal prosecutor in Massachusetts rips into DA, judge over ICE agent
The state's top federal prosecutor is threatening the city's DA with felony charges if he goes after an ICE agent for grabbing an illegal immigrant mid-trial. She also has harsh words for the Boston judge in the case.
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![Red Sox outfielder Wilyer Abreu celebrates his first inning solo home run in the team's home opener at Fenway Park. (Stuart Cahill/Boston Herald)]( "Opening Day Fenway")
Red Sox riding high with 13-9 win over Cardinals in home opener
The Red Sox came flying out of the gate and never let up, tallying a season-high 16 hits to beat the Cardinals in Friday's home opener. -
![Boston, MA - March 26 - Isabeau Levito of USA performs during the World Figure Skating Championships at the TD Garden. (Photo By Matt Stone/Boston Herald)]( "World Figure Skating Champinships")
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![Horticulturists Erika Rumbley and Jennifer Pore hang nasturtiums at the Gardner Museum. (Nancy Lane/Boston Herald)]( "Nasturtiums at Gardner Museum")
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![Mehar Hora (L) hugs her partner Srikar Rapaka when they find out that they are assigned to the same hospital as BU medical students are matched with hospitals for their residency Friday. (Stuart Cahill/Boston Herald)]( "Match Day")
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![Boston, MA - March 17 - Jordan Greenway (12) of the Buffalo Sabres and Nikita Zadorov (91) of the Boston Bruins fight during the first period of a NHL game at the TD Garden. (Photo By Matt Stone/Boston Herald)]( "Boston Bruins vs Buffalo Sabres")
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![Wachusett celebrates at the Tsongas Center in Lowell after a thrilling 55-54 victory over Bishop Feehan in the Div. 1 girls basketball state title game. (Staff Photo By Stuart Cahill/Boston Herald)]( "Bishop Feehan vs. Wachusett Div 1 girls basketball championships")
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![Georgetown players celebrate their 61-54 victory over Monument Mountain during the Div. 4 state boys basketball championship game Saturday in Lowell. (Staff Photo By Stuart Cahill/Boston Herald)]( "Georgetown vs Monument Mountain Div 4 boys basketball championships")
Business
Focus on competitiveness, business groups tell lawmakers
The business groups recommend four “areas of focus" for budget writers.
Entertainment
Yardbirds bring legendary sounds, stories to Boston
For the first time, Jim McCarty will be telling his stories of band history between...
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34 new books in our spring 2025 preview to add to your TBR pile
Fiction, nonfiction, poetry and more are coming in the next three months.
Best Reviews
The best ice cube trays for home, parties and more
For those who do not have an ice maker of their own, ice cube trays...
Opinion
Editorial: Healey’s proposed tax smorgasbord off the menu
It looks like it’s back to the drawing board for Gov. Maura Healey in her...
National Politics
Things to know about the MSHA and the coal industry
The U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration is among the federal agencies selected for spending...