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Collins loss leaves New England without a GOP senator
Susan Collins’ defeat means no Republican will represent New England in the Senate, according to WBUR.
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Economy
Massachusetts economy grows more slowly than nation
Massachusetts’ economy is expanding but trailing national growth, according to MassLive.
November 5, 2026
Transportation & Infrastructure
MBTA plans nine-day Green Line closure, permanent stop shutdown
The MBTA plans a nine-day Green Line closure and a permanent stop shutdown, with no overlapping Orange Line signal work planned.
November 7, 2026
Weather & Environment
Vineyard Wind reaches full operation off Martha’s Vineyard
Vineyard Wind is fully operational near Martha’s Vineyard, WBUR reports, following more than eight years in development.
November 7, 2026
Education
Boston welcomes urban school leaders for national conference
Boston Public Schools hosts a five-day national gathering focused on artificial intelligence, student achievement and urban school leadership.
October 23, 2026
Celtics
Tatum leads Celtics past Hornets behind 24 3-pointers
Jayson Tatum led the Celtics to a blowout of Charlotte as Boston made 24 of its 44 attempts from 3-point range.
November 7, 2026
Neighborhoods
Fields Corner post office extends lease ahead of planned closure
The Fields Corner post office announced a lease extension days before a temporary closure was planned, Boston.com reported.
October 26, 2026
Awards News
Best of Boston 2026 adds four Fan of the Year awards
Four new Boston Weekly awards recognize local sports fans for loyalty and community service, with nominations open at $20 per entry.
October 23, 2026
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