UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS

Jun 06 2026WEATHER

Thunderstorms Hit Massachusetts This Weekend

Massachusetts will see a shift from hot, dry heat to wet and windy weather over the next few days. Friday’s temperature will stay near 90 degrees, but clouds will creep in as humidity climbs, turning the sky into a partly cloudy look. Nighttime lows stay warm, with most areas seeing temperatures in

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Jun 04 2026WEATHER

Summer Heat Hits Massachusetts This Week

Massachusetts will feel a warm spell in the coming days, with most areas expecting sunny skies and temperatures that climb into the high 80s and low 90s. The forecast runs from Thursday through Saturday, so people can plan accordingly. The South Coast, Cape Cod and the islands will be a bit coole

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May 31 2026WEATHER

Stormy skies ahead for Massachusetts as rain settles in

Massachusetts residents should prepare for a week of shifting weather patterns. After a weekend of steady rain, a brief dry spell on Sunday will give way to more showers by Sunday night. Meteorologists expect rain to linger on and off through most of next week, with Monday shaping up as the rainiest

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May 30 2026HEALTH

Bats and rabies: what you should know after a recent case

Officials found a bat carrying rabies in Irvine Regional Park last weekend. This case led to warnings about how easily the virus can spread to people. Rabies is almost always deadly once symptoms show up. But quick action after exposure can prevent illness. The virus can enter the body through smal

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May 30 2026ENVIRONMENT

Why Wyoming’s Huge Energy Plan Stirs Up Big Concerns

Officials in Wyoming are debating a massive $4 billion project that promises to store energy using water. The plan involves building a giant reservoir near Seminoe Reservoir to pump water uphill when electricity is cheap and let it flow back down to generate power when demand rises. Sounds smart, ri

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May 28 2026WEATHER

A quick guide to Massachusetts weather this week

Massachusetts is in for a mixed bag of weather over the next few days. A cold front will sweep in Wednesday night, bringing rain and cooler air. The heaviest showers may hit Bristol, Plymouth, and Norfolk Counties, plus Cape Cod and the Islands. Temperatures will settle in the mid to upper 50s overn

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May 27 2026HEALTH

Plans for a U. S. health post in Kenya during Ebola fears

Officials in Washington want to open a small quarantine station in Kenya for Americans returning from Ebola-hit parts of Central Africa. Instead of setting up the site at home, they’re looking abroad—just in case someone gets sick after possible contact with the virus. A group of U. S. public health

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May 25 2026OPINION

Protecting Farmland with Horse Power

Massachusetts is losing farmland fast—about 83% of what existed a century ago has vanished. But one program quietly helping to fight that loss has been the Race Horse Development Fund. Started 15 years ago as part of the state's casino law, this fund gives a small slice of casino revenue to breeding

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May 17 2026WEATHER

A warm wave heads to Massachusetts after a calm weekend

Massachusetts looks set for a weather flip after a calm weekend. The state enjoyed two sunny days with light winds and temperatures in the 70s and low 80s. Boston reached 78 on Saturday, while cities like Worcester and Springfield stayed slightly warmer. The Berkshires and Cape Cod stayed cooler bec

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May 14 2026WEATHER

What the Next Few Days Will Bring to Massachusetts Weather

Massachusetts will see a shift in weather over the next couple of days. Rain and thunderstorms are expected to pass through before making way for sunshine by the weekend. Tuesday night will stay cool with temperatures in the upper 40s to low 50s. A storm system from the west is on track to reach the

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