Recent Press Releases on Mass.gov

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

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Governor Healey Declares January as Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month  

1/05/2026 Department of Fire Services

Free DFS Cancer Screenings Doubled in 2025; Firefighters Encouraged to Take Part

Governor Healey declares January 2026 Firefighter Cancer Awareness Month
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DPU Reaches Settlement Agreement with Competitive Supplier  

1/05/2026 Department of Public Utilities

Direct Energy agrees to donate over $100,000 to Boston Medical Center’s Clean Power Prescription program and will cease telemarketing activities for one year

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New Study Shows Increased Seat Belt Use in Massachusetts  

1/05/2026 Executive Office of Public Safety and Security

Seat belt use increased for the third straight year amid ongoing efforts

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MassDOT Announces 10th Annual Safe Routes to School Program Yard Sign Design Contest  

1/05/2026 Massachusetts Department of Transportation

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Massachusetts reports very high flu activity with cases climbing  

1/05/2026 Department of Public Health

Pediatric deaths underscore urgent need for vaccination and preventive measures

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Healey-Driscoll Administration Announces Grants for Career and Technical Education in Correctional Facilities  

1/05/2026 Executive Office of Education

Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century grants, also known as Perkins V, will provide $234,000 to train incarcerated individuals

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Governor Healey Condemns CDC Rollback of Childhood Vaccine Recommendations  

1/05/2026 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

Governor Healey ensures safe and effective vaccines continue to be recommended and available for all children in Massachusetts

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Governor Healey Secures $162 Million to Improve Rural Health Across Massachusetts  

1/02/2026 Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll

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Massachusetts Fire Deaths Drop by 12% in 2025  

1/02/2026 Department of Fire Services

44 Fatalities Reported; More than 90% Took Place at Home

2025 fatal fire data