Why does Massachusetts have 2 school vacation weeks?
This is the only region of the country where most school districts have two vacation weeks instead of one.
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This is the only region of the country where most school districts have two vacation weeks instead of one.
They are not even in college yet, but a group of engineering students from Nipmuc Regional High School can call themselves rocket scientists.
Gov. Maura Healey rode the T for the first time as the leader of the state on Thursday.
There will be no classes on Friday for Boston or Worcester Public Schools students due to anticipated extreme cold.
School officials in Boston are considering changing some start times as part of a plan to get buses running on time.
Communism and cursive would be part of the mandatory curriculum in New Hampshire schools if two bills are passed.
It's the longest sentence handed down in the sprawling scandal.
Student loan borrowers are starting 2023 with a lot of uncertainty.
Gay will be the only Black president currently in the Ivy League.
New England Innovation Academy in Marlboro encourages students to express their creativity.
Parents are getting angry and frustrated, but nurses are pushing back.
Meehan believes the approval of the millionaire's tax ballot question earlier this month is a sign that voters "want more money to go into public higher education" in Massachusetts.
Students in the state have missed out on 75% of a school year's worth of math.
A new study suggests art and music classes that can promote a love of learning and even improve math scores.
Massachusetts students lost the top spot in math and reading test scores and the organization known as "the nation's report card" says the COVID pandemic is to blame.
Karen Read was back in a Massachusetts courtroom for a hearing in the civil lawsuit that was filed against her by John O'Keefe's family.
Accused New Hampshire country club shooter Hunter Nadeau made his first court appearance after allegedly killing one person and wounding others over the weekend.
It's officially fall in New England. Here's what to know about the current drought and its impact on fall foliage.
The Malden, Massachusetts, community rallied in support of Hernan Escobar, who was taken by ICE while on his way to work last week.
The wife of Robert DeCesare, the 59-year-old man killed Saturday night during a shooting at a Nashua, New Hampshire country club, described him as a hero who died trying to protect her.
Health officials in Massachusetts are recommending that all adults in the state receive the COVID vaccine.
A nonprofit in Cambridge is aiming to make insulin more accessible by selling vials of the drug at a fraction of the cost.
It's been said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day - but when you eat it may be just as significant as what you eat.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey announced the state will be taking measures to ensure vaccines remain accessible to everyone.
While Massachusetts is a health care leader, it's actually quite difficult to find a primary care doctor in the state.
Massachusetts State Trooper Enrique Delgado-Garcia died as a result of complications from blunt force injuries during a boxing exercise at the State Police Academy.
Insurance companies are using drones to inspect properties without alerting homeowners. In some cases, policies have been canceled.
A WBZ I-Team investigation revealed the University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School leased weapon detection systems for hundreds of thousands of dollars, and found most of them are not being used very much.
Investigators are looking into a number of issues including the possibility that the fire was caused by smoking near an oxygen tank.
The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court confirmed the conviction of a five-time drunk driver for driving with a revoked license, citing an I-Team investigation as evidence.
Plans to change the state flag of Massachusetts are suddenly a topic in the governor's race.
Is there really anything politicians can do to cool off the blame game?
Rep. Jerry Nadler announced his retirement at age 78. So is it time for 79-year-old Senator Ed Markey to re-think his re-election plans in Massachusetts?
A former top public safety official for Massachusetts said his hometown of Concord has "an antisemitism problem."
As states like Texas and California work to redraw congressional maps in favor of one political party or another, some politicians say Massachusetts is an example of partisan redistricting
The drama between fired Market Basket CEO Arthur T. Demoulas and his family members has been going on for decades.
Stop & Shop says lower prices are coming to its 88 stores in eastern Massachusetts.
Hawaiian Airlines is ending its direct flights from Boston to Honolulu this fall.
Tax free weekend is coming up in Massachusetts. Here's what to know about the 2025 sales tax holiday.
Hannaford is closing one of its stores in Marlboro, Massachusetts, and another chain will be taking its place.
Just steps from the water's edge along Lake Winnipesaukee, a spectacular estate mixes modern architecture with breathtaking views.
An innovative craft winery located in downtown Meredith, New Hampshire, Hermit Woods is taking a different approach to winemaking.
Located on the water's edge along New Hampshire's Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls blends elegant luxury with spectacular vistas.
Kohler Store by Supply New England and an interior designer showcases how beauty and functionality can breathe new life into a project.
James Beard-nominated pastry chef and co-founder of Bakey in Boston gives insight on how to make his world-famous babka.
The Boston Bruins had their best player back at practice on Monday, as David Pastrnak returned to the ice after missing the first week of training camp with tendinitis in his knee.
New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel would really love if Rhamondre Stevenson fixed his fumbling issue.
The Patriots are mourning the loss of Bobby Grier, one of the key figures in bringing Tom Brady to New England.
Instead of taking steps forward to a potential game-tying score late against the Steelers, DeMario Douglas and the Patriots offense went backward on a must-have fourth down.
The final week of the regular season is going to be madness, as the Boston Red Sox and a slew of other teams look to secure a spot in a crowded American League playoff field.
A horse is recovering after a "challenging" rescue from an overturned trailer in Charlton.
A pair of humpback whales leaping out of the water gave two fishermen a scare off the coast of New Hampshire.
Cruiser the police dog enjoyed a Happy Meal reward after finding a missing dementia patient in Avon.
The Polaris Missile in Auburn's Goddard Park is headed to the EcoTarium in Worcester.
Old Thom the orca was spotted in a rare killer whale sighting off Massachusetts.
