Starfish, moon snails and squid: Researchers work to give scallop boats new purpose
Coonamessett Farm Foundation is trying to get scallop trawlers in the water more often — even if it means chasing some far-flung fish.
Election commissioner who changed parties resigns
Donald Gaudette Jr. resigned after the mayor told him there would have to be a hearing about his party switch from Democrat to Republican.
Chris Markey wants to return to Bristol County DA’s office — as the boss
The Dartmouth state representative touts his experience prosecuting high-profile felonies in the 1990s and early 2000s.
Feds appeal ruling that voided Trump’s Day One anti-wind memo
Relatedly, the Interior Secretary has said the administration plans to appeal separate court rulings that lifted federal suspension orders on five ongoing projects, including Vineyard Wind.
Will South Coast Rail’s ‘full build’ ever happen?
A faster, cleaner train route to Boston is still on the drawing board — but the state hasn’t funded it and isn’t talking about it.
Ex-police chief Oliveira aims for private investigator license
Paul Oliveira, who retired last year, wants to voluntarily relinquish his certification as a police officer. A state board is scheduled to consider the request Thursday.
Mass. AG tells budget writers she needs more lawyers to fight Trump
Andrea Campbell argues a strong attorney general’s office is needed to “protect our state from abuses of power.”
Students from greater New Bedford area lead protest against ICE
40 people from across Bristol County gathered on the New Bedford pedestrian bridge to protest federal immigration enforcement in a rally organized by area students.
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