October 2, 2026

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See thousands of hand-carved glowing jack-o’-lanterns at Mass. pumpkin shows

From famous faces to spooky designs, visitors can see all kinds of jack-o-lanterns at either of these shows.

By David Cifarelli | dcifarelli@masslive.com

A decades-long fight to unionize Mass. public defenders is on the ballot in November

Massachusetts’ public defense system is changing quickly. The attorneys working within it say they want more of a voice in what that change looks like.

By Charlie McKenna | cmckenna@masslive.com

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Worcester one step closer to a potential new high school — here’s the cost estimate

Worcester is considering plans to rebuild Burncoat High School, with costs varying widely depending on the direction the city goes in.

By Maureen Sullivan | For MassLive

Young voters are angry about costs. They’re not sure voting will help

They worry about prices, housing costs and war. But many young voters aren't convinced either party has the answers.

By John L. Micek | jmicek@masslive.com

Angry Red Sox veterans put Chad Tracy in an awkward spot heading into next season

Chad Tracy deserves credit for Boston's turnaround, but the fallout from Game 1 and Game 2 bullpen moves could set up a rockier 2027.

By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com

State of the Sox: In wake of early playoff exit, team needs to repair rift with players

The Red Sox's wild card sweep exposed a deeper rift between players and management over analytics-driven in-game decisions, most notably the early removal of Sonny Gray in Game 2.

By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com

‘We’re riding with him till the wheels fall off:’ How Patriots are supporting Drake Maye

After Drake Maye helped Will Campbell through the hardest stretch of his young NFL career, the Patriots lineman is now doing the same for his struggling quarterback.

By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com