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The first domestic violence-related homicide trial of a Western Massachusetts lesbian who killed her wife is piquing media interest, not just because it features a female murderer, but also because of the lack of knowledge of domestic violence among gays.

Boston Alliance for Gay and Lesbian Youth (BAGLY), Mass Equality, and Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition (MTPC) have all been recognized as top local nonprofits by Philanthropedia.

Liberal groups have launched twin online petitions aimed at pressuring Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick to temporarily name former Congressman Barney Frank to Sen. John Kerry’s seat if Kerry is confirmed as secretary of state.

Although Barney Frank has only been out of Congress for a single day, he said he told Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick that he wants to be interim senator when Sen. John Kerry leaves to become secretary of state.

P’town’s diversity and its acceptance of all lifestyles and beliefs make it a rare haven, where resolutions can be made, strengthened and maintained.

Everyone’s dream of the ultimate New England holiday tableau can be experienced during Christmas in Edgartown on Martha’s Vineyard the weekend of Dec. 7-9, 2012.

Scandal-plagued Democratic U.S. Rep. John Tierney fended off a fierce challenge from Republican Richard Tisei on Tuesday to win re-election.

Massachusetts will appeal a federal judge’s decision to grant a convicted murderer’s request for sex reassignment surgery, prison officials announced Wednesday.

When a Roman Catholic Church prevented a gay couple from purchasing a large mansion owned by an associate of the Diocese of Worcester, the men filed a lawsuit stating that the parties involved violated Massachusetts’ anti-discrimination laws.

When planning a trip to Provincetown on Cape Cod, visitors looking for a deal on their hotel stay should pay close attention to the weather report.