New England News Collaborative

In Amherst, Massachusetts, more than 200 people have been displaced after a fire started Friday night in an apartment complex, used as off campus housing for many UMass students.

Opponents of the housing bill that passed during the 2025 regular legislative session were concerned that its policies would limit local control on development. Lamont ended up vetoing the omnibus housing bill, saying he wanted more input from town leaders.

Gov. Ned Lamont announced that the state would begin funding the full benefits for SNAP recipients after weeks of back-and-forth with the federal government.

The finding marks a victory for opponents of the water discharge, but it's only a recommendation until the commissioner of the Department of Environmental Protection reviews the ruling and issues a final decision.

A federal judge has given the Trump administration the green light to revoke a key permit for SouthCoast Wind, a large proposed offshore wind project near Massachusetts.

Logan airport expects to see a reduced number of flights in the coming days as federal transportation officials rollback air traffic.

Every year, the state of Connecticut puts on a series of training days for kids ages 12-15 where they learn to hunt different animals. The goal is to promote gun safety and to get more kids excited about hunting.

The Federal Aviation Administration is cutting 10% of flights at many of the nation's busiest airports across the country starting Friday. This includes Logan International Airport in Boston, which could affect some Massachusetts residents.

Restaurants, pubs and local banks are offering discounts and other promotions for the thousands of Portsmouth Naval Shipyard workers impacted by the government shutdown.

‘This should never happen in America,’ said federal judge John J. McConnell, Jr. The federal government says it plans to appeal.