Recent Press Releases on Mass.gov

This report shows press releases released in the last 30 days.

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Students stand in the Massachusetts House Chamber during Student Government Day, facing forward with their right hands over their hearts as if during the Pledge of Allegiance. The foreground shows a group of formally dressed high school students—one in a light sweater and others in suits—while additional participants and observers fill the chamber floor and balcony behind them.
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Healey Driscoll Administration Awards $247,000 To Help Adult Students Transition to College and Develop Workforce Skills

4/10/2026 Executive Office of Education

Funding supports 200 entry-level adult students earning college degrees

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Nine New K9 Teams Certified in Accelerant, Explosive Detection

4/10/2026 Department of Fire Services

Five Will Work with State Police Assigned to State Fire Marshal’s Office

Five fire investigators and Bomb Squad members with their dogs
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Ahead of Tax Filing Deadline, Governor Healey Reminds Massachusetts Residents of Expanded Tax Savings

4/10/2026 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

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Beyond the Academy: MPTC Student Officers Step into Service Through Community Engagement

4/09/2026 Municipal Police Training Committee

Future Officers Give Back to Communities Across the State

Student officers running out of the ocean water at a polar plunge event.
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MassDEP Issues Fine for Asbestos Violations in Amherst

4/09/2026 Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection

Enforcement graphic - your environment is our mission
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Drought Conditions Improve Across Several Regions in Massachusetts

4/08/2026 Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs

Consistent rainfall has improved drought in most of the state; water restrictions remain and additional precipitation is needed for full recovery

Map of Drought Status in MA.