August 24, 2026

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Why the federal government is sending election monitors to Mass. — and what it means for voters

State officials say Boston has hosted DOJ monitors for decades, but New Bedford's inclusion is raising eyebrows.

By Tréa Lavery | TLavery@masslive.com

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Forgotten Mass: Old Stone Church in West Boylston offers glimpse of life before the reservoir

Perched along the Wachusett Reservoir, the Old Stone Church is one of the last reminders of the West Boylston village that was lost when the reservoir was created in the late 1890s. Today, the historic granite church offers a picturesque glimpse into the town’s past and is open to the public.

By Sebastian Restrepo | SRestrepo@masslive.com

Lindsay Clancy trial enters week 5 as prosecution rebuttal continues Monday

Defense attorney Kevin Reddington is set to resume his cross-examination of Dr. Avram Mack when the trial resumes.

By Charlie McKenna | cmckenna@masslive.com

Mass. voters like most ballot questions. Marijuana repeal? Not so much | Bay State Briefing

Massachusetts voters are warming to most ballot questions. Marijuana repeal isn't one of them.

By John L. Micek | jmicek@masslive.com

Former Mississippi State basketball coach, player dies at 91

Former Mississippi State basketball head coach and player Kermit Davis Sr. has died at age 91, the program announced.

By Zach Mentz, cleveland.com

Dor Turgeman scores, Revolution play to draw with New York City FC

The Revolution improved to 8-2-2 at home with the draw.

By Rich Thompson

Red Sox rookie thanks teammates for big plays after ‘gutty’ start: ‘It could have snowballed away pretty quick’

Jake Bennett's outing did not start out well Sunday. But with the help of a couple teammates, he stayed in the game long enough to turn things around and lasted seven innings as the Red Sox won.

By Chris Cotillo | ccotillo@MassLive.com