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FBI Warns Massachusetts E-Z Pass Drivers
If you drive up to Boston, even occasionally, it is so much more convenient to have an E-Z Pass installed on your windshield to take care of paying your tolls. While the archaic practice of having a toll booth operator is long over, not having an E-ZPass can cost you dearly.
Florida travelers ‘incredibly relieved’ to make it to Boston’s Logan Airport ahead Hurricane Helene
Several passengers who landed at Logan Airport from Orlando, Florida Thursday morning said it was a scramble to get out of the state before the hurricane moved in. Some people said they rearranged their plans early in the morning and they’re glad they did. “You have no idea incredibly, incredibly relieved,” said Amanda Dobbins, passenger. Some travelers said they were in Orlando for a conference and let out a huge sigh of relief after their flight landed in Boston. “I’m glad to be back, we weren’t sure we were going to be able to take off this morning,” said Deb Farrington, passenger.
2024 fall foliage: The latest maps, dates for seeing the best fall colors in New England
Your one-stop guide to 2024 fall foliage for New England, including detailed maps and specific dates to see the best fall colors in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and the rest of New England. After an unseasonably warm and dry start to September, fall in New England has officially arrived. The leaves...
HGTV Says This Waterfront New Hampshire City Is the Best to Visit for Halloween
Anyone in America can tell you the most epic town to visit for Halloween is Salem, Massachusetts. Yes, it's true there's a spectacularly spooky twinge to Salem, given the Witch Trials and general drama around this town that's about an hour north of Boston. However, if you drive an hour...
25 ‘Boston Area’ Phrases Outsiders Really Struggle With
When I first moved to Western Massachusetts, the looks I would get when I said phrases that are strictly Boston based was amazing. It's like some of the following were foreign to anyone west of Springfield. 1. "The Big Dig" The "Big Dig" was a massive tunnel project and removal...
Salem, Massachusetts Witch Trials Executed Dogs of Accused Witches
If you thought of a witch and her pet, chances are, you'd think of a black cat. During the Salem Witch trials, there were accused witches who had dogs for pets. The dogs were killed as a suspected "familiar" or helper to the accused. The Salem Witch trials of 1692...
Quincy's Food Truck & Music Festival Promises Delicious Food, Live Music & More!
Calling all foodies! The City of Quincy has invited the community to its annual Food Truck & Music Festival! This fun, family event will be held on Saturday, October 5th from noon until 6 PM, and will span on Coddington Street from Quincy High School to Thomas Crane Public Library and at the Coddington Building. It will include many local diverse food trucks, including fun desserts and adult beverages. There will also be lawn games, children's entertainment, and great live music playing throughout the afternoon.
This Somerville neighborhood is one of the coolest in the world, new ranking says
Union Square is home to award-winning restaurants, crafty cocktails, and unique markets. Somerville is home to one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world, according to an international travel magazine. Time Out shared its ranking of the 38 of the coolest neighborhoods in the world on Thursday. Somerville’s Union Square...
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