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Norfolk County ranks 12th highest in Massachusetts for per capita government transfer income at $9,915 in 2022

In 2022, residents of Norfolk County received an average of $9,915 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it third lowest in Massachusetts.

By Norfolk Reporter | Mar 10, 2025

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Norfolk County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.1% of income in 2022

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.1% of income in Norfolk County, providing an average of $1,254 per capita to residents.

By Norfolk Reporter | Mar 1, 2025

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U.S. Rep. Trahan votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections

By Norfolk Reporter | Jul 25, 2024

U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan (D-MA) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Norfolk County rise or fall in 2021?

By Norfolk Reporter | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Norfolk County received $642,947 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Norfolk County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By Norfolk Reporter | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Norfolk County received $66,901 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Fiscal Year 2024 Property Tax Exemptions

By Norfolk Reporter Report | Jul 4, 2023

The Fiscal Year 2024 Property Tax Exemption forms are now available online.

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City Receives $130,000 in State Grants for Tree Planting and Care

By Norfolk Reporter Report | Jun 26, 2023

Mayor Thomas Koch announced that the City of Quincy is receiving two grants totaling $130,000 from the State to assist with neighborhood tree-planting, watering of new trees, and expanding tree-pits.

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Annual Neat Neighbors Contest Now Underway

By Norfolk Reporter Report | Jun 23, 2023

Mayor Thomas Koch announced that nominations are now open for the annual “Neat Neighbors” contest.

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Chief Paul Keenan Named Grand Marshal of Flag Day Parade

By Norfolk Reporter Report | May 31, 2023

Quincy Police Chief Paul Keenan, who will be retiring this summer after a 40-year career with the Quincy Police Department,

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Michelle Stenberg Chosen as Richard and Simone Koch Youth Service Ward Winner

By Norfolk Reporter Report | May 30, 2023

Mayor Thomas Koch and the Koch Club announced that Michelle Stenberg will be recognized as the 2023 Richard and Simone Koch Youth Service Award winner.

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More than 75 new Trees Planned for Pageant Field

By Norfolk Reporter Report | May 29, 2023

Natural Resources Commissioner Dave Murphy announced that 75 new trees are being planted as part of the renovations and improvements at Pageant Field in Merrymount Park.

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Marina Bay Ferry Service 2023

By Norfolk Reporter Report | May 28, 2023

The Marina Bay Ferry/Winthrop Valkyrie will return to service beginning Tuesday, May 30, 2023.

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Spring Yard Waste Curbside Pickup Information

By Norfolk Reporter Report | Apr 2, 2023

Capitol Waste Services, Inc. will be conducting the Annual Spring pickup of yard waste (leaves and grass clippings) throughout the Town on the following dates: