“Strong currents can toss scallops around, causing them to hit rocks or other scallops,” NOAA wrote in a Facebook post. “That can lead to shell damage. As the injury heals, the scallop continues to grow and shell malformations like this begin to appear.”

The trend in the Commonwealth is consistent with an uptick in several parts of the country, including New York and California.

It’s easy to understand why President Trump and Republicans point to the Massachusetts congressional map in their push to justify redistricting in Texas and other red states. La

If your local beach is not already closed due to Hurricane Erin, you'll want to avoid the beaches closed due to unsafe swimming water. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) states that swimming in the water at these closed beaches poses a threat of illness due to high levels of bacteria.

A Vermont man accused of leading Massachusetts police on a high-speed chase and dragging a state trooper was taken into custody, police said.

MassLive highlights Massachusetts' innovative chefs whose menus and restaurants have earned high praise and consistently packed dining rooms.

The top-ranked high school in Massachusetts is once again Boston Latin School, which is also ranked 46th nationwide. U.S. News says the graduation rate is 98% at Boston Latin, with 94% of students passing at least one Advanced Placement exam.

Massachusetts fire investigators believe a fire that burned through a historic Reading home and barn was arson, the Department of Fire Services announced, offering a reward for tips.

Here's what to know in Massachusetts. According to the foundation's analysis, Massachusetts will see the third largest average tax cuts of all states in 2026 with an average of $5,139. Wyoming will receive the largest average tax cuts ($5,375), followed by Washington ($5,372).