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This Massachusetts Ice Cream Joint is Now Known As the Best Ice Cream Parlor in MA
Massachusetts definitely has its fair share of amazing eateries throughout the state, no matter what food you're in the mood for. Now that we have officially hit Summer and the warmer months, a cold treat might be something perfect to indulge on. Whether you're out east in Boston, or on the western side of Massachusetts in the Berkshires, there are some excellent ice cream shops to hit up! There's even one ice cream shop in the Bay State that just made an exclusive list of the top ice cream parlors in America.
Giant rat in South Boston inflated in protest of new hotel development
A really big rat has been spotted in broad daylight at least twice this month on the sidewalk of West Broadway in South Boston. But it’s not scurrying inside trashcans or down manholes. It’s plastic, inflated to 10 feet tall and there in the name of workers’ rights....
Outside courthouse, hundreds of people, including Turtleboy, await Karen Read verdict
DEDHAM ― Hundreds of people, many wearing pink — the color supporters of Karen Read have chosen to symbolize their support — milled about Norfolk Superior Court in Dedham on Tuesday afternoon awaiting a verdict. The jury in Read's murder trial began deliberating early Tuesday afternoon. They were dismissed shortly after 4 p.m. and will resume deliberations on Wednesday. ...
Gov. Maura Healey sends Massachusetts officials to southern US border with message for migrants
BOSTON — Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey sent state officials this week to the U.S.-Mexico border with a message for migrant families that may be planning to come to Boston. They plan to tell families, "Our shelters are full," according to a statement from Mass. Emergency Assistance Director General Scott Rice.
Quincy Water Main Break Disrupts Morning Commute On Southern Artery
— Quincy Massachusetts News by Quincy Quarry News – News, Opinion and Commentary. The morning commute along Southern Artery in Quincy Point today was turned into a wet mess when a water line broke just as the morning commute was starting to roll. Quincy Quarry can further report, the...
20 New England Places Named Among the 100 Best to Live on the East Coast
This makes sense to me. I feel like now more than ever, New England towns and cities have received honorable mentions on lists of the best places to live or vacation in. And the FW did exactly that. They've released a list of the top 100 best places to live, 20 of which are in New England. Here are a few that stuck out to me.
Karen Read live updates: No verdict on first day of deliberations
Closing arguments in the trial of Karen Read, a Mansfield woman charged in the death of her Boston police officer boyfriend, John O’Keefe, took place Tuesday morning. Here’s a recap of what happened in court Tuesday. 4:30 p.m. update: Jurors go home without a verdict. Jurors deliberated Tuesday...
What's open and closed on the Fourth of July in Massachusetts
Boston is known as the birthplace of the American Revolution and nothing beats celebrating the country's birthday in this city. From eating a hot dog next to the Samuel Adams statue to giving a nod at Paul Revere's house in the North End or taking a stroll up Bunker Hill, there are plenty of ways to tip your hat to history.
Did You Know the Oldest Home in Massachusetts is Over 380 Years Old?
As someone who appreciates all things history, this writer loves living in one of the oldest parts of the country. Massachusetts is home to 192 National Historic Landmark alone, and an additional 85 can be found within our neighboring states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont. But these landmarks are...
Cue the Parade!!
The Norwood 4th of July committee has done it again. They have planned and coordinated the most magnificent independence celebration in the area. While some may think each year is built from the previous, that could be farther from the truth. Each year’s schedule can work as a guide, however, things change, life happens, groups become unavailable, better ideas are developed, and basically, the committee is always trying to make the event better every year…..and they succeed!
Farewell to Uncle Sam! ‘The Fourth of July is the best time of year in Hingham’
This will be lifelong Hingham resident George Ford’s 17th — and final — year marching as Uncle Sam along the Fourth of July parade route — lined with thousands of spectators. “It’s time to move on, but I will miss immensely participating as Uncle Sam and...
Bob Curley named 2024 Hinghamite of the Year: ‘I absolutely love Hingham’
Longtime Hingham resident and longstanding town government volunteer Bob Curley said he was “bowled over” when he learned he had been named 2024 Hinghamite of the Year by the Hingham Anchor. Imagine his surprise when he pulled into his driveway last week following an appointment to find his...
Medford residents fight to keep methadone clinic from opening near school
MEDFORD - It's been two months since Habit Opco filed for a special zoning permit on Salem Street in Medford. The tension over the potential methadone treatment center and its location has grown every day since. Salem Street runs through a heavily residential neighborhood and the exact site of the potential methadone treatment center would have been just a couple of blocks from an elementary school, park, and other businesses. "It's tough because I walk my children to the parks and to school every day, as do many other parents in the neighborhood," said Brianne Gallagher. She is...
Weir River Water System commissioners to meet Wednesday to discuss ‘totally unacceptable’ discolored water issue
The Hingham Select Board, acting as water commissioners for the water system, will conduct the meeting in person at Hingham Town Hall in the third-floor meeting room. It also will be available for remote participation over Zoom; check www.hingham-ma.gov for the agenda and Zoom link. This will be an opportunity...
Best swimming spots in the Brockton area: Opening dates, entry fees and more
BROCKTON — June 20 marked the official start of summer and for Brockton-area residents, that means more hot, humid days are on the horizon. Luckily, many nearby towns provide access to numerous public swimming pools and splash pads that give residents the perfect way to beat the heat without breaking the bank.
Working from home … doesn’t always work
It’s Wednesday, Boston. 🌱 Got a green thumb? Why not show it off? Applications for Mayor Michelle Wu’s urban garden contest are open through July 10, with categories from porch gardens, to herb gardens, to large yard gardens. And with two round trip plane tickets as a grand prize, there’s not much to lose.
Big news in Boston: A look at some recent restaurant openings and closings in the area
[This story first appeared on Boston Restaurant Talk.]. Below are some of the biggest restaurant and food-related news stories that have been posted between June 17 and June 23. Eatery on Broad Plans to Open in Downtown Boston, Will Include Mini Donut Diva, Pasta Factory, Fat Sandwich Boss. A trio...
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