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LOWELL — University of Massachusetts Lowell researches say they have discovered a use for eggs that goes far beyond simple cooking and eating.

BOSTON —With the annual state budget now 15 days late and negotiators acknowledging still-unresolved issues, House Speaker Robert DeLeo indicated concern Monday that a compromise might not be within reach this month and said the governor should file legislation that would ensure government continues to operate into August.

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BOSTON (AP) — The University of Massachusetts Board of Trustees has postponed meetings to discuss possible tuition and fee increases because of the ongoing state budget impasse at the Statehouse.

A Lawrence man sobbing openly during a hospital bed arraignment Monday after losing control of his car and killing an 11- year old girl Saturday, pleaded not guilty to motor vehicle homicide and other charges at Brigham and Women's Hospital.

BOSTON Brewers and beer distributors are renewing the effort to create new pathways out of their business partnerships, but a "compromise" bill put forward by distributors has already been rejected by brewers, who are offering a plan they said would be "painful" for them but still preferable to the distributors' option.

BOSTON - President Donald Trump on Monday doubled down on his criticism of several minority congresswomen, including Rep.

WILMINGTON —Acting Police Chief Joseph Desmond is interim no more.
On Tuesday, Town Manager Jeff Hull announced he had appointed Desmond to the permanent police chief position.

House of Hope openingLOWELL —The House of Hope is celebrating the opening of its new residence at 98 Smith St.

AYER — Over a year after first discovering traces of chemical compounds in public water wells, the town is coming closer to buckling down and removing the chemicals from public drinking water.