August 14, 2026

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At the doorstep of these WMass. military bases, voters weigh the cost of Trump’s Iran war

Western Mass. voters who backed Trump are divided over the war with Iran, even as higher gas prices hit closer to home and the mid-term elections loom.

By John L. Micek | jmicek@masslive.com

When a college closes, do students still owe it money?

When Anna Maria College filed for bankruptcy, it took on nearly $2 million in student tuition and fees. Do those students get away scot-free?

By Juliet Schulman-Hall | JSchulman-Hall@masslive.com

Why opening Provincetown’s first lesbian-owned bar in 8 years was ‘well worth it’

Most restaurant owners may be reluctant to open a new business right before the Cape's hectic summer. But Baedega chose to do just that.

By David Cifarelli | dcifarelli@masslive.com

Western Massachusetts

Springfield business leaders argue their courthouse proposals are less expensive in fair comparison

State officials selected Liberty Junction team made up of a national developer and Boston firm to build the new courthouse.

By Jeanette DeForge | jdeforge@repub.com

Mike Vrabel called out Patriots rookie Gabe Jacas on sideline

Gabe Jacas responded immediately after Mike Vrabel demanded better effort on special teams during the Patriots preseason opener

By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com

The WooSox add a whole new starting rotation with additions from Portland

Four starters earned promotions over the last few weeks to fill out a scarce WooSox rotation.

By Katie Morrison-O’Day

Where Doc Rivers ranks among Boston coaches as he enters Hall of Fame

Where does Doc Rivers rank among Boston's 21st century coaches? What other New England coaches and execs are Hall of Fame bound? How many lists can fit in one column?

By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com