Boston, MA|News|
Despite Coronavirus Surge, Most Boston Hospitals Have Space
Recently updated data released by the federal government shows how close hospitals in Massachusetts are to reaching capacity.
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Dave Copeland has covered business and local news for a wide range of publications, including the Boston Globe, The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review and the Dow Jones News Service. He joined Patch in September 2017 after spending time teaching writing, journalism, and digital media at Bridgewater State University and Bentley University in Massachusetts. Copeland grew up in Melrose and lives in Reading with his wife and daughter.
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Boston, MA|News|
More Snow For More Parts Of MA In Latest Nor'easter Forecast
Northern parts of Massachusetts will be harder hit than expected; southern sections of the state will see at least a foot of snow.
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Boston, MA|News|
MA Electors Meet To Cast Votes For Biden, Harris: Patch PM
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Boston, MA|News|
Massachusetts Electors Cast Votes For Biden-Harris
The 11 Massachusetts Democrats chosen to cast Electoral College met at the State House Monday afternoon.
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Boston, MA|News|
MA Food Workers: Lower Tips, More Sex Harassment During Pandemic
The survey also showed a decrease in the amount of tips workers are receiving while outlining other unfair or unsafe working conditions.
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Boston, MA|News|
Massachusetts In Path Of Two Winter Storm Systems
After snow and rain during the afternoon commute, look for a storm that could dump up to a foot of snow on Massachusetts later this week.
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Boston, MA|News|
MA Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference
The helpers are the people who make life better. Nominate your Local Heroes to give them the recognition they deserve, presented by Ring.
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Bronx Man Accused Of Harboring Fugitive Who Shot MA State Trooper
Officials say the New York City's man's lies led to a shootout that left Andre K. Sterling dead and two U.S. Marshals injured.
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Boston, MA|News|
Will Massachusetts Have A White Christmas In 2020?
If you are dreaming of a white Christmas, here’s what weather Farmers’ Almanac says to expect over the upcoming holiday weekend.
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Cambridge, MA|News|
Appeal Filed In Harvard Circumcision Case
A former Harvard employee sued the university, the student newspaper and 10 unnamed 'donors and alumni' for defamation and libel in July.
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Plymouth, MA|News|
Plymouth Crash Caused Rush Hour Delays
One lane was closed on Route 3 near Exit 6 in Plymouth.
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Peabody, MA|News|
Grand Jury Weighing Criminal Charges Against Ex-Peabody Teacher
A federal lawsuit against Peabody and former school employees has been on hold as a criminal investigation by a grand jury continues.
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Boston, MA|News|
MA, New England Airports See 70% Decline Ahead Of Thanksgving
Just 150,000 travelers departed from New England's six major airports between Friday and the day before Thanksgiving.
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Boston, MA|News|
Candidate Sues To Block Certification Of MA Senate Race
Dr. Shiva Ayyadurai claims Secretary of State William Galvin ordered the destruction of electronic images of ballots.
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Waltham, MA|News|
Waltham Apartment Residents On Edge After 5 Attacks In November
Waltham police sent a reverse-911 call to residents warning them about the attacks at GardenCrest Apartments in Waltham.
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Boston, MA|News|
MA 2020 Thanksgiving Travel Guide: 95% Will Travel By Car
Road conditions were relatively quiet on the morning of what should have been the busiest travel day of the year.
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Boston, MA|News|
Massachusetts Unemployment Rate Falls For Fourth Straight Month
The state's unemployment rate was 7.4 percent in October, down from a peak of 17.7 percent in June.
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Nominate A Massachusetts Business Of The Year
Patch wants to hear about the businesses that have impacted your life this year in Massachusetts.
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MA Opioid Deaths Rise During Pandemic After Years Of Decline
Massachusetts has seen a small increase in opioid deaths this year, after declining in every year since 2016.
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Man Finds Mortar Round While Doing Yard Work: Patch PM
Also: More charges in college admissions scandal | Coast Guard rescues fisherman | The end of school snow days? | More
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