Massachusetts Biomedical Sector in Turmoil as Trump Administration Announces Severe NIH Funding Cuts
The Trump administration plans to cut NIH funding for health research, affecting Massachusetts institutions. Critics claim the cuts, which reduce indirect cost rates, are illegal and harmful to medical innovation.
Southbridge Middle School's Jillian Lombardi Wins Prestigious Milken Educator Award and $25K Prize
Jillian Lombardi, a sixth-grade science teacher at Southbridge Middle School, received the prestigious Milken Educator Award and a $25,000 prize for her outstanding teaching and contributions to education.
Concord Man Charged with Aggravated DUI, Felony Reckless Conduct After Wrong-Way Driving Incident on I-93
A Concord man faces charges after driving the wrong way on I-93, hitting two vehicles, and being stopped by troopers using a tire deflation device. He was arrested for aggravated DUI and other offenses.
Somerville's Holiday Inn Engulfed in Flames, Firefighters Mobilize in Response to 2nd Alarm Blaze
Firefighters responded to a second-alarm fire at the Holiday Inn in Somerville, as shared by the Somerville Firefighters on Facebook. Mutual aid was activated, with assistance from nearby fire departments.












