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High pay, low results: Nearly 600 DTA staff on six-figure salaries as fraud runs rampantThe DTA remains embroiled in negative headlines surrounding food stamp fraud, including the recent arrest of Gov. Maura Healey’s jailed former aide on SNAP charges, as hundreds of staffers pull in six-figure salaries with overtime soaring.

The Boston Herald3d agoWhole story →

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Pols & Politics: Could the Minogue-Healey polls signal an upset?GOP rival Mike Minogue won the two debates by a country mile over Gov. Maura Healey — according to two Herald online polls. Plus: California Gov. Gavin Newsom to stump for Healey

The Boston Herald3d agoWhole story →

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Healey's 'Sometimes things happen' comment should cost her on election dayMaura Healey’s "sometimes things happen" response to the latest blemish on the State Police — an alleged rape at the Martha’s Vineyard barracks — should haunt her through Election Day.

The Boston Herald4d agoWhole story →

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Gov. Healey ‘proud’ of scandal-plagued state police, deflects blame for LaMar Cook in final debate against MinogueDemocratic Gov. Maura Healey and her Republican challenger Mike Minogue traded blows for the second time in a week during their final gubernatorial debate Thursday night on WCVB-TV.

The Boston Herald5d agoWhole story →

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Ex-Healey aide Lamar Cook state bail revoked following arrest on federal chargesLamar Cook, Gov. Maura Healey's former deputy director for Western Massachusetts, had his bail revoked in his state cocaine trafficking case following his arrest on SNAP benefits fraud charges.

The Boston Herald6d agoWhole story →

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Gov. Maura Healey, GOP’s Mike Minogue to face off in second general election debateDemocratic Gov. Maura Healey and her GOP challenger Mike Minogue will go head-to-head in their second and final debate live on WCVB-TV Thursday night as the general election fast approaches.

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Ex-Healey aid and alleged cocaine dealer charged with SNAP, wire fraudLamar Cook, Gov. Maura Healey’s former deputy director for Western Massachusetts accused of drug trafficking out of state buildings, has been charged with SNAP benefits fraud by federal investigators.

The Boston Herald7d agoWhole story →

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Letters to the editorHerald readers sound off on Medicare reimbursements to doctors, a new rule from CBP that affects importing medication and Maura Healey's talking points.

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Poll: Voters ready to update sex abuse lawsA new poll shows 84% of survey respondents strongly or somewhat support eliminating the statute of limitations for filing a civil complaint alleging child sexual abuse, a policy that's made progress in the Legislature and has a shot at reaching Gov. Maura Healey's desk this year.

The Boston Herald9d agoWhole story →

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Maura Healey's Trump tactic is why Americans hate politicsMaura Healey’s incessant repeating of Donald Trump’s name nearly three dozen times in a debate against her GOP opponent is exactly why Americans hate politics.

The Boston Herald11d agoWhole story →

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'Not accountable'GOP gubernatorial candidate Mike Minogue is blasting Democratic Gov. Maura Healey after Thursday’s debate, where Healey mentioned President Trump over 30 times, continuing her campaign strategy.

The Boston Herald11d agoWhole story →

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Healey, Minogue and dueling crowds clash at first governor’s debateDemocratic Gov. Maura Healey and her Republican challenger Mike Minogue went after each other in a Thursday night debate on WBZ-TV, the first of the 2026 gubernatorial election, as two massive crowds in support of each candidate clashed outside the Brighton television studios.

The Boston Herald12d agoWhole story →

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Is Healey's re-election bid part of larger plan?Will Gov. Maura Healey serve out her four-year term if she is re-elected?

The Boston Herald13d agoWhole story →

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Gov. Healey, Mike Minogue prepare to face off in Thursday night debateThe first televised debate between incumbent Democratic Gov. Maura Healey and GOP challenger Mike Minogue will take place Thursday night on WBZ-TV as the 2026 mid-term election draws closer.

The Boston Herald13d agoWhole story →

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Man convicted of murder, maintains innocence, calls case 'a sham' at clemency hearingBecause of changes to the executive clemency guidelines under Governor Maura Healey, James Rodwell, 70, was able to ask for a commutation without having to admit committing a crime he vehemently denies.

The Boston Herald14d agoWhole story →

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Lt. Gov. Driscoll defends Gov. Healey’s energy executive order, blame of TrumpLt. Gov. KIm Driscoll defended an executive order signed by Gov. Maura Healey on Monday for "emergency energy relief" by suspending a charge tied to state climate mandates for three months.

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'Energy emergency' fires up Massachusetts governor's raceGov. Maura Healey declared a "state of energy emergency" Monday as she announced increased home heating assistance, while her rival immediately fired back at her "last-minute" announcement.

The Boston Herald15d agoWhole story →

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Healey says opponent is 'going to stand with Donald Trump,' speaks on gas tax suspension, ICE, abortionGov. Maura Healey spoke on the issues central to her reelection bid in an interview Sunday, including gas tax proposals, ICE and abortion protections, making the case to once again to tie her opponent Mike Minogue to President Trump.

The Boston Herald16d agoWhole story →

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Boston Mayor Wu endorses Gov. Maura Healey after past snubBoston Mayor Michelle Wu endorsed Gov. Maura Healey after hedging just a few months ago on whether she would back the Democratic governor’s bid for a second term.

The Boston Herald19d agoWhole story →

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Where's the Protect Act for Mass. crime victims?Gov. Maura Healey ought to consider issuing a Protect Act for Massachusetts citizens. It might help save lives. It might also help her get reelected.

The Boston Herald20d agoWhole story →

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