The latest New England stories on topics like climate change and the environment, the economy, health, racial equity, culture and politics — as reported by newsrooms of the New England News Collaborative, a nine-station consortium of the region's top public media organizations.
Batteries, smart thermostats can help New England's grid and make customers some cash
New England utilities and grid operators are working to reduce demand on the grid during times of peak use. In the long run, those efforts could help mitigate how much more infrastructure New England needs to build.
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Migrant workers file federal lawsuit against Connecticut farm, alleging abuse of visa program
Cheshire farm denies allegations of unpaid wages and mistreatment. -
How long can North Atlantic right whales live? Scientists may finally have an answer
The endangered right whales' median age at death is about 22. Southern right whales, a closely related species, generally live into their seventies. The difference? Southern whales aren’t facing entanglements in fishing gear and boat collisions at the same rate. -
Mass Health Connector extends deadline for residents who need health insurance coverage
The deadline for Massachusetts residents to pick a health insurance plan with Health Connector is Monday, Dec. 23. -
Bard College at Simon's Rock closure not a surprise to some
The college, founded in the mid-1960's announced this week it will be closing its Great Barrington campus and will be shifting operations to New York State. -
'We feel very ready to move forward': Holyoke schools back to local control July 2025
State education officials announced today a "provisional decision" to remove Holyoke Public Schools from receivership, effective July 1, 2025.
