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Cohasset awarded grant for cybersecurity training
March 03, 2021
Though it may seem out of character for a sea town, Cohasset will soon be equipped to rid its town of phishing. In December 2019, the Baker-Polito Administration launched the Municipal Cybersecurity Awareness grant program....
Read More ShareTiny Massachusetts Senate GOP caucus forced to load up on assignments
February 23, 2021
By Katie Lannan | State House News Service A pair of Republican state senators will each serve on at least 18 committees this session, and the entire three-man minority caucus will be members of...
Read More ShareFederal commission to explore impacts of compressor station
February 18, 2021
WEYMOUTH — The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission will further explore public safety concerns associated with the Weymouth Compressor Station, though it’s unclear what impact that could have on the facility.
Read More ShareMarshfield harbormaster & asst. harbormaster recognized for heroic rescue that saved 2 surfers
January 25, 2021
MARSHFIELD, Mass. — Marshfield’s harbormaster and assistant harbormaster were recognized Monday evening for a heroic rescue at sea that saved the lives of two surfers earlier this month. A person on Bay Avenue called 911...
Read More ShareSouth Shore legislators see a country divided, but remain hopeful
January 19, 2021
QUINCY – State Sen. John Keenan said he was in Washington, D.C., for a conference during one of President George W. Bush's inaugurations, and was able to get tickets to the celebration. While Bush was...
Read More ShareMassachusetts Will Tax Some Business Owners Who Got PPP Loans
January 18, 2021
The Paycheck Protection Program was designed to help businesses survive the pandemic. Now many in the Bay State could be liable for hefty tax bills, even as they continue to struggle.
Read More ShareSouth Shore organizations awarded Community Transit Grants
January 12, 2021
This week, it was announced that two South Shore organizations will benefit from some of the $8.6 million in grant awards from the state's Community Transit Grant Program: the South Shore Community Action Council...
Read More ShareState Legislators Speak Against U.S. Capitol Protests
January 07, 2021
Republican State Senator Patrick O’Connor says the protests are anti-American, anti-democratic, and show the complete divide in the country. “What government has become over the past 12-14 years with the advent of social media,...
Read More ShareO’Connor aids greenhouse emissions cap
January 07, 2021
BOSTON – State Sen. Patrick O'Connor, R-Weymouth, and his legislative colleagues approved a climate change measure on Jan. 4, which would limit greenhouse gas emissions to "net-zero" in 2050. "This is a historic day...
Read More ShareKeeping the New Year’s spirit going for Duxbury’s seniors
January 06, 2021
Volunteers from Duxbury Rotary Club and Duxbury American Legion helped staff hand out 84 pre-ordered dinners Thursday. In November, the Senior Center delivered 939 meals in the community. The Senior Center has made it...
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