Recent Press Releases on Mass.gov

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

Displaying 31 - 40 of 132

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 DCR, NPS, Boston Harbor Now, and Boston Harbor City Cruises Announce the Return of Ferry Service to Spectacle Island 

6/18/2026 Department of Conservation & Recreation

 Ferry service to Spectacle Island will resume following a temporary suspension to accommodate repairs to the island’s docking area 

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AG Campbell Appoints Theresa Wilson To State Ethics Commission

6/17/2026 Office of the Attorney General

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Governor Healey Releases Final Recommendations to Modernize High School Graduation Requirements

6/17/2026 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

Recommendations would expand access to college-ready coursework and strengthen career readiness, civics education and financial literacy

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Hampden Hood Cleaner’s License Suspended after Fire at Holyoke Mall

6/17/2026 Department of Fire Services

Admits Code Violations after Investigation by DFS and Holyoke FD

Smoky mall mezzanine with the words "licensing action"
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Healey-Driscoll Administration Launches 2026 Park Passport Challenge to Encourage Exploration of DCR Parks  

6/17/2026 Department of Conservation & Recreation

 Participants can collect stamps, earn prizes, and discover 12 featured DCR properties across Massachusetts from June 20 through November 1 

passport stamp
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 Governor Healey Secures Federal Assistance for Businesses Impacted by February Blizzard

6/17/2026 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

Eligible businesses and nonprofit organizations may apply for Small Business Administration Economic Injury Disaster Loans through March 12, 2027

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AG's Office Secures Up To $220,000 Settlement From Two Asbestos Services Companies For Violating Asbestos Regulations

6/17/2026 Office of the Attorney General

Settlement Includes $100,000 to Environmental Justice Fund 

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Bellingham Fire Cause Undetermined but Not Suspicious

6/17/2026 Department of Fire Services

Fire Officials Urge Smoke Alarm Testing and Maintenance

fire investigators at a fire scene
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Governor Healey Announces First Statewide Cybersecurity Remediation Grants for Municipalities and Schools

6/16/2026 Executive Office of Technology Services and Security

State awards $1 million to strengthen cybersecurity defenses across Massachusetts communities