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Massachusetts City Named One of the Most Rat Infested Cities in America
Massachusetts is a great place to live. From sandy, sprawling Cape Cod beaches, to the stunning Boston city skyline, all the way to the beautiful, lush mountains of the Berkshires, Massachusetts really has it all. Massachusetts also has a great overall quality of life. It consistently finds itself featured on...
Be Careful What You Eat From These Local Massachusetts Locations
This advice is for my fellow Massachusetts friends and neighbors who enjoy the sport of fishing. If you're into it just for fun and you throw back anything you catch, that's fine. However, if you like to feed your family with what you catch, please keep reading. The Massachusetts Department...
Massachusetts’ Must-Try Restaurant is One of the Oldest Restaurants in the State
Everyone in Massachusetts knows we have plenty of amazing restaurants and eateries throughout the state. Some are even the best in the entire New England region. But as there is in every state, there is always one that has achieved a certain iconic status. It's a restaurant that you absolutely cannot pass up the opportunity to dine at given the chance and it happens to be one of the oldest in the Bay State. And now it's being called the absolute one "must-try" spot in all of Massachusetts.
Mass. State Lottery winner: Final $1 million scratch ticket prize claimed Monday
The final $1 million prize for the scratch ticket game “Double your Money” was claimed in Massachusetts Monday. The ticket was purchased at Rx3 Energy in Salem. There was a 1 in 3,024,000 odds in winning the grand prize and it was the final grand prize ticket. However, there are still six unclaimed $2,000 prize winning tickets left.
Best Hamburger Restaurants in Worcester, MA
We’ll highlight three of the best Hamburger restaurants in Worcester, each offering unique and authentic dining experiences that capture the essence of the city’s rich food culture. Worcester boasts a vibrant and diverse culinary scene, particularly when it comes to burgers. These featured establishments are just a glimpse...
Enjoying the view from inside Worcester's Bancroft Tower
WORCESTER, Mass. – Bancroft Tower rests off the beaten path in Worcester. The city's Parks Division assistant commissioner provided Spectrum News 1 an exclusive inside look at the historic site. What You Need To Know. Bancroft Tower is a 56-foot tower built in 1900 in Salisbury Park to honor...
Step Back in Time: Discovering the History of Hotel Vernon Worcester
Envisioned as a bastion of elegance and refinement, the Hotel Vernon Worcester stands as an enduring symbol of the city’s rich cultural tapestry. Since its inception in 1907, this historic establishment has been a cornerstone of Worcester’s hospitality landscape. Designed by renowned architect Lucius W. Briggs, its magnificent...
What beaches did "Jaws" film at? Some of them are in Massachusetts. How to visit
Fifty years ago, film crews were all over Martha's Vineyard, desperately trying to get a 25-foot robotic shark to work. "Jaws," the Steven Spielberg classic released in 1975, filmed in Massachusetts from May through October 1974, before going on to be one of the most enduring summer films. ...
Server Insists on a 20% Tip on the Receipt at a Massachusetts Restaurant
Tipping is already a hot-button topic for most of us. Not that we don't believe in it, rather, we don't want to have to tip simply to tip rather do it as a reward or extra thank you. Whether you drop some money in the tip jar at your favorite...
Beat the Heat: Best Spots to Swim, Splash, and Cool Off in Central MA
Looking for the perfect spot in Central MA to help your kids beat the heat? If you're unsure where to go, we've got you covered! Check out our comprehensive list of pools, splash pads, creeks, and lakes around Auburn + Beyond, all ideal for cooling off on those scorching summer days.
Free Family Fun Events this July in Auburn & Beyond
Looking for cheap fun this month in Central MA? From story times and crafts to Summer Reading Programs and Touch-a-Truck events, there's something for everyone in your fam to enjoy. Check out our Top Picks for completely FREE July Fun in Auburn & Beyond!. TOP FREE JULY EVENT PICKS. Maker...
Sunday cartoon: No matches or lighters for kids
BURRILLVILLE – With the summer season now underway, there will be more outdoor activities happening that involve campfires, open flames, fire pits and barbecues. Adults will be lighting these fires with matches and lighters. Children watch what adults are doing at any given time of day. They also like to copy what adults are doing. It is extremely important that adults keep matches and lighters far away from children.
Rock & Roll Game Show TICKET2RIDE Is Coming To Samuel Slater's Restaurant This Month
TICKET2RIDE: The Rock & Roll Game Show is coming to Samuel Slater's Restaurant in Webster, MA on Thursday, July 11, 2024. Live on stage and complete with audience interaction, the show is hosted by WSRS morning man Chris Zito and members of Boston's World Gone Crazy. Doors open at 6:30 PM; show starts at 7:30 PM.
A hobby that grows on you: Bonsai Bar comes to Salem
Jun. 30—SALEM — Bonsai Bar, a Scituate, R.I.-based business specializing in Bonsai classes for beginners, taught a class at Burnett's Country Garden on Sunday. There, Joshua Allen and Freddy Weaver, two teachers from the company, taught 20 people who signed up for the class how to pot, prune and care for their new trees. According to website Bonsai Empire, which offers courses in bonsai ...
Baked with Love: 11 Southbridge’s Homestyle Bakeries
Located in the heart of Southbridge, MA, USA, the town is home to a variety of charming bakeries that offer delicious treats for residents and visitors alike. Whether you’re looking for a freshly baked loaf of bread, a decadent pastry, or a custom-designed cake for a special occasion, Southbridge’s bakeries have something for everyone.
Comedy Returns To Samuel Slater's Restaurant With Tony V & Guests Next Month
Comedy will return to Samuel Slater's Restaurant in Webster, MA on Thursday, July 18, 2024. The show will feature Tony V plus special guests Kristy Kielbasinski and Liam McGurk for a night of laughs. Doors open at 6:30 PM; show starts at 7:30 PM. Tickets are on-sale now at www.samuelslaters.com.
New England animal shelters hope to give dogs their forever homes
BOSTON — Across the United States, countless dogs find themselves in shelters waiting for a second chance at life.The MSPCA holds several summer adoption events at its shelters across Massachusetts. Adoption fees for certain animals are waived as the shelters look to place them with loving homes. The Hotel...
Charlton’s Shopping Haven: 7 Malls for the Ultimate Retail Experience
Charlton, Massachusetts, is home to a thriving shopping scene with several shopping malls catering to the needs and desires of its residents. These malls offer a wide variety of retail stores, restaurants, and entertainment options, making them popular destinations for locals and visitors alike. In this introduction, we will explore...
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