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WOW: 140 Celebrities Born In MA…Any From Your Town? (Photos)
Massachusetts is an ideal place for travel and laying down roots. The Bay State has great schools and excellent job opportunities. Massachusetts is also one of the top states to raise a family. Plus, our great state encompasses a number of cultural aspects and attractions including art, sports, nature, history, and more. With the benefit of being able to experience and enjoy all four seasons, who wouldn't want to come here?
The 3 Most Affordable Places to Live in Massachusetts for 2024
It's quite clear that folks from different walks of life enjoy visiting and moving to Massachusetts. If you're looking for a top state to raise a family, Massachusetts checks that box. If you are looking for a state with a sound education, Massachusetts checks that box. If you are looking for a state that has areas of beautiful mountains and wide open spaces along with the downtown hustle and bustle spotlighting live music, art, and high-tech jobs, Massachusetts checks those boxes as well.
License Law Changes For Mass. Residents Over 75
Are older drivers responsible for more motor vehicle crashes in Massachusetts? The state of Massachusetts says no. Statistics tell us that the crash rate for older drivers is relatively low due to the fact that most older drivers tend to self-regulate by taking simple but important precautions. -mass.gov. I bet...
Know the 1984 ‘Funeral Rule’ When Paying for a Massachusetts Funeral
Death is a part of life and at some point, we have to attend funerals, arrange a funeral service, and in many cases both. Though it's not something we look forward to or are thinking about every day it's good to know how much a funeral will set you back in case a loved one passes away and you're the one in charge of planning and funding the funeral service for the deceased. So let's take a look at the average cost of a funeral in Massachusetts.
New Massachusetts Law In Effect, Major Changes for Restaurants & Bars
Historians agree that bars in Massachusetts are about as old as the state itself. Early settlers wasted no time setting up local taverns before schoolhouses in some cases. In fact, Massachusetts is home to what are believed to be the oldest bars in the United States like the Green Dragon Tavern which dates back to 1654, or Warren Tavern in Charlestown which was the first building to be erected in Charlestown after the British burned the whole town during the Battle of Bunker Hill in June of 1775.
What's Massachusetts favorite ice cream flavor? It's not chocolate or vanilla
Love of ice cream may be one of the few things Americans everywhere can agree on - until you start talking about flavors, at least. What better time for these passionate discussions than National Ice Cream Day on July 21 - though this summer every day may feel like an ice cream day, especially with the recent heat wave across New England.
Kamala Harris to appear at Cape fundraiser as talks continue about Biden's future
BOSTON - The Republican National Convention is over and voters are now looking to Chicago, where Democrats are preparing to nominate their presidential candidate. But who will it be?Galvin: Unite behind Biden or risk chaos"Chaos is not a formula for victory, it is not," said Secretary of the Commonwealth William Galvin, who is among several Massachusetts delegates prepared to nominate President Joe Biden on the convention floor. But the rest of the party isn't as certain, questioning Biden's ability to lead. "At this point you're talking about changing the candidate field at a very late point."Democrats nationwide, including here in...
Framingham has revised its traffic rules for the first time in more than 35 years
The new rule was recently approved by the Framingham Traffic Commission and City Council. The new traffic rules, which represent the first update in more than 30 years, call for the banning of all vehicles with commercial license plates from parking on any city streets between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday or anytime on Sunday. A violator can receive a $100 ticket.
America’s 2nd Leading City for Quality of Life is in Massachusetts
Quality of life plays a big role when choosing a place to live. Here in Massachusetts, there are many areas that offer a good quality of life. Boston suburbs tend to be a popular choice among many because residents get the best of both worlds, a smaller area for quiet living while still having access to the big city. Then you have areas like the Berkshires which feature beautiful mountains and open spaces while still having access to eclectic and thriving downtown areas like Great Barrington and Williamstown. There's no doubt that many areas of Massachusetts offer a good quality of life.
The Nation’s 911 System Is on the Brink of Its Own Emergency
Just after lunchtime on June 18, Massachusetts’ leaders discovered that the statewide 911 system was down. A scramble to handle the crisis was on. Police texted out administrative numbers that callers could use, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu gave outage updates at a press conference outlining plans for the Celtics’ championship parade, and local officials urged people to summon help by pulling red fire alarm boxes.
Mass. RMV Bans Mini Japanese Cars, Leaving Owners In Bind
HUDSON, N.H. (WBZ NewsRadio) — Cars in the United States have been growing by the year, while it seems like Boston's roads shrink by the day. For a time, a handful of Massachusetts drivers had an outside-the-box solution: importing tiny Japanese cars that sip gas and can squeeze into the smallest imaginable parking space. But the state's Registry of Motor Vehicles has put the kibosh on that.
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