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New England election guide: Key races and poll closing times
A regional guide to Tuesday’s midterms highlights Senate races, governor contests, ballot questions and when voting ends.
November 2, 2026
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New England election guide: Key races and poll closing times
A regional guide to Tuesday’s midterms highlights Senate races, governor contests, ballot questions and when voting ends.
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Real Estate & Development
Unresolved titles slow Springfield vacant-property repairs
MassLive reports that unresolved ownership is complicating Springfield’s work to repair vacant properties.
November 1, 2026
Transportation & Infrastructure
Providence Line riders leave dark train and walk to Ruggles
Providence Line passengers walked along tracks to Ruggles after a lengthy wait aboard a dark train Tuesday night, NBC Boston reported.
October 28, 2026
Weather & Environment
November warmth to reach 70s before late-week rain in Mass.
Massachusetts faces a warm start to November, with highs reaching the mid-70s before heavy rain and possible thunderstorms later this week.
November 2, 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
Sports
Messi’s late goal beats Revolution before 54,112 at Gillette
Lionel Messi’s 83rd-minute goal gave Inter Miami a 2-1 win over New England before a season-high crowd of 54,112 at Gillette Stadium.
November 2, 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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