Heroism on the Tracks: Abington Sgt. Stephen Marquardt Honored with Medal of Valor ABINGTON - March 30, 2026 - In a meeting marked by profound emotion and community pride, the Abington Select Board honored Sergeant Stephen Marquardt with the Life-Saving Medal of Valor for his heroic actions on March 6, 2026.

Heroism on the Tracks: Abington Sgt. Stephen Marquardt Honored with Medal of Valor #mapoli #southshore

Scituate Unveils ‘Option 3’ Redistricting Plan as School Committee Sets Last Day of School SCITUATE — March 30, 2026 — In a move to balance elementary enrollment and address community feedback, Interim Superintendent Dr.

Scituate Unveils ‘Option 3’ Redistricting Plan as School Committee Sets Last Day of School #mapoli #southshore

What happened to the Massachusetts State Police academy review? - The Boston Globe Several troopers are set to appear in court Thursday to face manslaughter charges in relation to the death of a recruit.

After tragic and avoidable death of state police recruit, “The Globe review found that the Massachusetts model is unusual: Only about 1 in 10 police recruits nationwide are trained in such paramilitary settings.” #mapoli

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Honored to present Elaine Kevgas with a citation for her lifelong commitment to service, generous philanthropy & leadership. #mapoli

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Okay, not gonna lie, I love this video from Burhan Azeem about how to fix and expand the T and his candidacy for MA state senate. I'm totally with him on expanding the transit network -- needs more details, but he's got the right energy & emphasis, imo […]

Canvassed all day today. There is a real skepticism among voters about promises on housing affordability. It really shows how trust is the most important resource an elected official has and it’s running pretty low among a lot of people. #mapoli

Analysis: Party in the 11th Hampden…Like It's an Open Seat…? — Western Mass Politics & Insight Johnnie McKnight always seemed primed for a rematch with Rep. William. What's more surprising is that a small crowd would join him..

ANALYSIS: The #11thHamden is only one of several contested primaries in the 413 this cycle. However, the number and seriousness of the candidates is somewhat unusual for a race with an incumbent seeking reelection. #mapoli wmasspi.com/2026/04/anal...

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South Shore News...letter: Override Season Arrives Spring Ballots Will Reshape the South Shore

South Shore News...letter: Override Season Arrives #mapoli #southshore

Wonderful to be able to sit down with the students at Rising Tide in Plymouth for a Q&A about the work of my office. #mapoli

Blizzard ‘26 Duxbury After-Action Report Sparks Resident Frustration and Calls for Accountability DUXBURY - March 30, 2026 - The Duxbury Selectboard faced a wave of resident criticism Monday night during a marathon meeting centered on the after-action report for “Blizzard Hernando.” While town officials defended the “methodical” response to the historic 35-inch snow event, frustrated residents described being trapped for three days without plowing, questioning why private contractors with pickup trucks were able to clear streets that town equipment allegedly could not.

Blizzard ‘26 Duxbury After-Action Report Sparks Resident Frustration and Calls for Accountability #mapoli #southshore

Fiscal Freefall: How Bridgewater-Raynham Reached the Brink, and the Narrow Path Forward Listen now | For local policymakers sitting in Bridgewater’s Council Chambers and Raynham’s Select Board meetings, the numbers defining the Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School District (BRRSD) have become distressingly familiar.

Fiscal Freefall: How Bridgewater-Raynham Reached the Brink, and the Narrow Path Forward #mapoli #southshore

#Boston City Clerks Office failure to archive stenographic record from public meeting of Boston City Council, failure of historic preservation practices of Boston City Archives. Stenography more accurate than videocaption transcript. Stenography more detailed than the Minutes! #bospoli #mapoli

Of course, Romney signed the reform into law, but he had become aloof about it as he ran for national office, but it's not surprising he circled back given how his term as Utah's senator went. #mapoli

INBOX: Governors Maura Healey, Deval Patrick and Mitt Romney to commemorate 20 years of health reform in Massachusetts on Monday at Faneuil Hall.

Wait, what!? #mapoli

DE-ICE CITIZENS BANK · South County Rising RI On April 23, Citizens Bank will be holding their Annual Shareholder Meeting at its headquarters in Providence, RI. In response, a coalition of progressive organizations from the surrounding area will ...

I'm attending South County Rising RI event “DE-ICE CITIZENS BANK.” Sign up now to join me! #SouthCountyRisingRI www.mobilize.us/southcountyr... #mapoli @ruwmi.bsky.social @in-slwm.bsky.social #AbolishICE

Let’s play ball, Worcester! Loved being back at Polar Park for the WooSox Opening Day recently! #mapoli

A new better Secretary of the Commonwealth of #Masachusetts please! The current Public Records Division of the Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth fails to properly process Appeals! #mapoli

State Ethics Commission Initiates Proceedings against Former Holyoke Councilor… — Western Mass Politics & Insight The Massachusetts Ethics Commission served former Holyoke City Councilor David Bartley with an order to show cause, leveling no fewer than five charges against him for violating state ethics laws. Fou...

From last month: the Ethics Commission will hold a hearing on whether former #Holyoke City Councilor David Bartley broke ethics rules. #mapoli wmasspi.com/2026/03/stat...

In Mass, we're fighting a new women's prison compound that includes therapy rooms+ SUD treatment. The recent DOC strategic plan includes concerning language about mothers in prison bonding with infants. The right thing to do is send mentally ill mothers home, not to paint prison walls pink #mapoli

UMass Donahue Institute report: Warning signs for Mass. research economy - Daily Hampshire Gazette AMHERST — Reductions in federal funding for research and development could negatively impact the Massachusetts economy for at least a decade, according to a new study released by the University of Mas...

“Research is the engine of the Massachusetts economy, and any funding disruptions will not only stymie innovation but also threaten the development of the next generation of scientific and engineering talent in the state." https://bit.ly/41Jgkuf #MAPoli #InnovationEcosystem #STEMWorkforce

We have not heard back from @massgovernor.bsky.social Maura Healey — but good news — we now have until April 15th for amicus briefs to be filed! Please help us convince the Governor to support enforcing the audit law. Thank you! #mapoli

Trans Joy! Fundraiser for Transhealth Featuring performances by Queer Joy Chorus and Green Street Brew

📣 Bay Staters #mapoli

If you are able, please attend, or at least donate. TY

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Included on this list is Lt. Andres Lopez, who is a Lieutenant on SERT and has been accused of excessive force on multiple occasions, including in the assault that led to Shacoby Kenny's death in December. #bospoli #mapoli

Still no accountability or transparency about an independent investigation!

State Rep. Danielle Gregoire thinks you're too stupid to know what you're voting for.

At a recent meeting, a simple question about public records turned into an attack on the audit and the voters who supported it.

72% backed the audit & understood. Beacon Hill just didn’t like the result. #mapoli

Wishing peace and reflection to those observing Good Friday. #mapoli

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Spring Forward Privacy and Power: Protecting Our Digital Rights and Democracy Kade Crockford ACLU of Mass 4/8, 7 pm

Did you know that ICE has been buying up location data on the open market, a clear attempt to bypass the Fourth Amendment?

Join us next Wednesday for a webinar with @onekade.bsky.social on data privacy!

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Survival vs. Responsibility: School Committee Clashes with Mayor Over $94.8M Budget Request WEYMOUTH - March 26, 2026 - The Weymouth School Committee voted 6-1 on Thursday to advance a $94.8 million “level service” budget for Fiscal Year 2027, sparking a sharp divide between committee members who described the funding as a bare-minimum “survival” measure and Mayor Michael Molisse, who deemed the request financially “irresponsible” given the town’s slowing revenue growth .

Survival vs. Responsibility: School Committee Clashes with Mayor Over $94.8M Budget Request #mapoli #southshore

Hanover High Preps for Academic Overhaul Roof Repairs Prioritized in Updated Capital Plan

Hanover High Preps for Academic Overhaul #mapoli #southshore