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September 19, 2026 MassLive.com Latest Headlines Central Massachusetts Central Mass. towns to vote on nearly $12M loan for school repairs, public safety positions "We don’t have any reserves, any free cash right now," one town accountant said. By Maureen Sullivan | For MassLive Read more News Boston Fare gates at South Station boost MBTA commuter rail ticket activations by 33% Fare gates at MBTA commuter rail stations have boosted ticket activations, though weather remains a challenge. By Will Katcher | WKatcher@masslive.com MORE    News Some workers are earning six figures without a college degree. Here’s where Workers can earn strong salaries without a college degree in trades, transportation and skilled careers, according to labor data. By Chris Pugh, cleveland.com MORE    The Big E Everything we ate at The Big E: Prices, ratings and our favorites We tasted 24 foods at The Big E on opening day, logged the prices and rated everything out of 10. Agree with our scores? Let us know what we missed. By Heather Morrison | hmorrison@masslive.com MORE    See more news Sports Sports Why one of TV’s most recognizable football traditions suddenly sounds different NBC gave its iconic Sunday Night Football theme a new rock-inspired sound in 2026, drawing strong reactions from NFL fans. By Chris Pugh, cleveland.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox win included tone-setting homer, resurgent DH and rocky save (Notebook) Roman Anthony reminded everyone what he's capable of doing from the leadoff spot with a homer and two-run single Friday. Plus, Jahmai Jones snaps out of it and Erik Miller struggles to the finish line. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    Red Sox Red Sox’ Ranger Suarez sets a career high in walks, but navigates tightrope in win It wasn't the cleanest outing for Ranger Suarez, but it was plenty good enough to get a win. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com MORE    <