Legislature strengthens protections for public transit workers by expanding laws governing assault and battery against on-duty personnel.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on December 8, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
Massachusetts Legislature passes supplement budget to close out Fiscal Year 2025.
Massachusetts Legislature passes joint resolutions to safeguard U.S. Constitution from political attacks.
Bipartisan group of Massachusetts state senators votes to protect freedom of expression and safeguard open access to literature.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on November 10, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
Massachusetts Senate unanimously votes to provide enhanced safety, stability, and educational opportunities for military families.
Massachusetts Senate closes the books on Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) with a $2.3 billion supplemental budget.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on October 20, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
The coordinated protests against the Trump administration are scheduled for this weekend.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on October 6, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
New law addresses widening funding gap for reimbursements to acute care hospitals and community health centers for vulnerable populations.
Landmark data privacy legislation is poised to lead the nation in consumer protections by limiting the collection and sale of personal data.
The grants will help local fire departments purchase critical equipment, improve training, and enhance emergency response capabilities.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on September 25, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
Massachusetts Senate passes 3 bills to increase safety and lower costs for residents.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on September 8, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
The blue envelope program fosters safer interactions between police and people with autism spectrum disorder.
With unanimous, bipartisan support, the Senate removes out-of-date and offensive terminology and statutes from Massachusetts law.
The legislation simplifies the process and brings Massachusetts up to date with the other 49 states and international best practices.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on August 18, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
Mass. Legislature passes the Shield Act 2.0 to fortify protections for those seeking and providing reproductive and gender-affirming care.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on August 11, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
Legislature passes $1.2 billion bond bill to improve roads, bridges, intersections, and more.
Senate passes bill to improve student learning and academic achievement, boost mental health, and foster healthier learning environments.
The facility is progressing quickly and the building is scheduled to be complete this year.
Senate passes legislation to protect consumers and keep people from being pushed into financial ruin if they are sued for financial debt.
Massachusetts Legislature passes $61 billion state budget.
Senate members of Joint Committee on Education vote in favor of restricting cell phones in schools after a unanimous, bipartisan vote.
Tens of thousands are expected to rally nationwide on the fifth anniversary of the death of a civil rights leader.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on July 14, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
Massachusetts Senate passes Shield Act 2.0 with bipartisan support.
Legislature's new rules for 2025-2026 make lawmaking more transparent, efficient, and accessible to the public.
The Wakefield Public Works Department has some important updates about upcoming trash and recycling collection.
Legislature passes $1.4 billion for public education and transportation projects in Wakefield and across the state with Fair Share revenue.
For his work passing the Educator Diversity Act, State Senator Jason Lewis presented with inaugural Legacy Award from Latinos for Education.
The town has released information about a road construction project occurring this week.
More than 100 pro-democracy advocacy groups have signed on in support of No Kings.
A summary of Wakefield's Town Council meeting on June 9, 2025, from Town Councilor Jonathan Chines
Senator Lewis nominates Margie Labedz for recognition at the state's first-ever Military Appreciation Day.