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Iconic Massachusetts Restaurant Named “Most Legendary” Restaurant in the U.S.
Massachusetts is a great state to live in and to visit for a multitude of reasons. From the beautiful beaches of Cape Cod to the majestic mountains of the Berkshires, the city skyline in Boston, and historical landmarks that helped form a nation, Massachusetts is a diverse and beautiful state.
MA Department of Transportation: Route 114 Danvers/Peabody long-term improvements study
In response to fatal crashes between 2019 and 2021 along the Route 114 corridor, MassDOT Highway Division, in collaboration with the City of Peabody, Town of Danvers, Representative Tom Walsh’s Office, Representative Sally Kerans’ Office, and Senator Lovely’s Office, implemented the first tier of improvements to Route 114 in a “quickbuild” manner, which are limited to improvements that do not require any right-of-way impacts, new conduit trenching, or private business access impacts. Major elements included new pavement markings, new crosswalks, signage updates, and signal phase timing improvements.
Dengue fever cases are growing in Mass., across the Americas, CDC says
Dengue fever cases in Massachusetts grew in July, one month after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned about the risk of cases across the United States increasing. As of July 22, Massachusetts is one of three states reporting the highest number of cases, according to CDC data. Cases...
Tuesday, July 23: Two Alarm Fire in Danvers…New Beverly PD Advocate…Gloucester City Council Moves out of City Hall
NST Extra with State Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr. Community Announcements – Photos – Sports (Below) Check out this week’s meetings – find the full calendar, agendas and minutes https://beverlyma.gov/calendar.aspx?CID=41,23,25,26,27,28&showPastEvents=false. Town of Saugus Fire Department. SAUGUS, Two car accident Rt-107 on the Belden Bly Bridge Monday,...
The Ugliest Building In The World Is In Massachusetts
For most of Massachusetts, you have your beautiful historic buildings. From schools, to churches, and even skyscrapers. Then you have your buildings that are not so nice and it makes you wonder why they were evening designed and built in the first place. This building in particular is a good...
Massachusetts is Home to One of the Top 20 Rudest Cities in the U.S.
There's no question that Massachusetts is held in high regard in many areas of living. Previous studies have shown that Massachusetts sits at the top of the list when it comes to the best state to raise a family, have a baby, achieve quality education and excel in the tech world. When you add all of the cultural aspects that our great state has to offer, who wouldn't want to consider Massachusetts a place to live and play?
Karen Read judge sets dates for dismissal arguments and second trial
The next Karen Read trial is now set to begin in late January 2025. Update: Judge Beverly Cannone set three key dates for Karen Read’s retrial during a brief hearing Monday. Read’s second trial is scheduled to begin Jan. 27, 2025, with a final pre-trial conference slated for Jan. 14 at 2 p.m.
Swampscott takes up the subject of rats
Benjamin PierceSWAMPSCOTT — The Select Board discussed possible mitigation strategies for an apparent increased rat presence in town at its meeting Tuesday night. Public Health Director Jeffrey Vaughan led a presentation with examples on how residents can best prevent the rodent from inhabiting peoples’ properties, including only storing trash in tightly secured barrels, not leaving pet […] The post Swampscott takes up the subject of rats appeared first on Itemlive.
Nahant moving on Coast Guard housing
Benjamin PierceNAHANT — The town is on the verge of selecting a marketing broker to assist in the efforts to sell the former Coast Guard housing properties located on Castle Road and Goddard Drive. The request for proposal (RFP) received interest from five agencies. A team composed of Board of Selectmen Chairman Josh Antrim, Finance Director […] The post Nahant moving on Coast Guard housing appeared first on Itemlive.
Stay Local, Get Lifted: Curated Cannabis at Gloucester’s Reverie 73
Located right near Cape Ann Marina, Reverie 73 is not just any dispensary—it’s a Gloucester destination for top-tier cannabis products and exceptional guest service. With its prime location just a stone’s throw from downtown, Reverie 73 offers a convenient stop for locals and visitors alike looking for high-quality cannabis in America’s oldest seaport.
5 Boston Bars to Go to First When Happy Hour Returns in Massachusetts
Happy hour was banned in Massachusetts in 1984. The law was put into effect because of a young girl who lost her life in a drunk driving accident. It may be close to coming back, however, because the Massachusetts Senate has recently adopted an amendment in favor of bringing it back. Senators cited it would help boost the economy, according to Boston.com.
With no comment, Rockport Select Board declines to reappoint conscom chair
During a routine annual reappointment of committee, board and commission members on July 9 the Rockport Select Board voted 4-1 against reappointing Laura Kozachek to the Conservation Commission. Kozachek was serving as its chair. The only discussion prior to the vote was Selectwoman Laura Evans stating strong support for Kozachek.
New CharlieCard store opening July 29, MBTA announces
The store will reopen at a new location on July 29. The CharlieCard Store is about to refill its card. The MBTA announced a overhaul of the CharlieCard Store, now called the Charlie Service Center, on Monday. The store will reopen at a new location on July 29. Riders can...
Nahant fees scheduled to increase
Benjamin PierceNAHANT — The town released its master fee schedule for Fiscal Year 2025. The schedule includes all fees that departments in Town charge for services. Each year, the Board of Selectmen may recommend increases in some line items from the prior year. Town Administrator Tony Barletta named the proposed increase of beach parking stickers as […] The post Nahant fees scheduled to increase appeared first on Itemlive.
Mass. tweaks emergency shelter system; migrants won't have priority
Massachusetts, facing an unsustainable level of homelessness, is changing its emergency shelter system, the Healey administration announced Tuesday. Under the new system, which goes into effect next month, migrants will qualify for five-day stays at new temporary respite centers in Cambridge, Chelsea, Lexington and Norfolk, but not for stays at existing Emergency Assistance shelters, according to the announcement.
30,000 pounds of food to be donated to Boston families ahead of Puerto Rican festival
BOSTON — Volunteers are hard at work packing 3,000 bags of food for those in need outside the Boys and Girls Club in Dorchester. "It's very helpful to see the young kids get involved and operate this; it's like a factory," said Marilyn Rivera, president of the Puerto Rican Festival of Massachusetts.
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