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MA Housing Agency's Expanded First-Time Homebuyer Program Could Be A Salve Amid Record-High Market
Who qualifies for the program depends on household income, which can change from county to county. Here's what to know.

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Who qualifies for the program depends on household income, which can change from county to county. Here's what to know.

Barnstable Police Sgt. Corey Frederickson is the recipient of the 2025 Cape & Islands Big Brother of the Year Award.
While abroad with the USO in Romania, a local firefighter is having a major impact. It comes as no surprise to his peers on the Cape.
The Cotuit Center for the Arts is presenting "All Our Relations: Art of the Wampanoag Nation" through June.
Three people face firearm-related charges after search warrants in Framingham. Here's what to know.
Massachusetts has a booming population of immigrants from the Dominican Republic. A new airline hopes to connect them to home for cheap.
The transportation agency has already implemented a temporary measure with further safety efforts to take place soon, officials said.
Plus: Cape Cod Beer has been purchased, forming somewhat of a supergroup of Southeast Massachusetts breweries. Here's what to know.
The largest Pride event in Massachusetts is back this weekend with the annual parade, festival and block party.
The shop opened its first Boston-area location in April 2024 and has since grown to four locations. Two more will be added to the list soon.
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Waltham.
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Natick.
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Braintree.
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Framingham.
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Falmouth.
The celebration of summer has roots dating back to 1951 and will return for the 2025 summer.
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Barnstable.
Plus: The same mall has opened an "AI-governed" cafe that replaces a traditional barista with a robot.
The event is a celebration of the Norfolk County recovery community, bringing live music and more to Braintree this summer.
The crash that closed an area road earlier this week is still under investigation, but officials revealed the status of the officer.