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Massive beer hall with outdoor beer garden opening in Medford
A new beer hall with a 17,000 square-foot tap room, outdoor garden and rotating roster of food trucks is opening this weekend just outside of Boston. The Great American Beer Hall will open at 142 Mystic Ave. in Medford at noon on Saturday, Aug. 31. Guests will be able to...
Confronted by a coyote in your neighborhood? Here's what to do
Officials are warning the public to be aware since a jogger was bitten by what was believed to be a coyote in Marblehead on Tuesday. According to an article by Wicked Local media partner WCVB Channel 5, Susan McCarthy of the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife stated, "It nipped her from behind...
Guy Fieri’s New Favorite Pizza Joint is in Massachusetts
Guy Fieri has made a name for himself as the "King of Flavor Town", whatever that actually means. I guess I should start with the fact that I'm not a huge fan of this guy (see what I did there), but in the same breath, I have to admit that I'm wildly jealous of the fact that he gets to travel the nation tasting amazing food.
New Millionaire: Weymouth Man Wins $1M In Lottery Ticket Bought In Quincy
A Weymouth man is eyeing a new home after he won $1 million in the Massachusetts State Lottery on Wednesday, Aug. 28. Joseph Rooney won his seven-figure check playing the $20 scratch-off game “$10,000,000 Cash Blast.” Three of the game's $10 million grand prizes remain in circulation, along wi…
This YouTuber attempted to camp overnight at Minots Ledge Light. See how it went
A YouTuber recently attempted to spend the night on one of Massachusetts's more remote lighthouses: Cohassett's Minots Ledge Light. Minots Ledge Light, located a mile off Cohasset and Scituate, now serves as an iconic landmark off the South Shore. The rough waters near Cohasset Rocks were home to many destructive storms that...
Shooting movie scenes at Saugus Iron Works
A small indie broadcasting and media production company filmed actors dressed in period costumes from the late 1600s for comedy “Outside Salem”. Visitors to our town’s National Historic Site last Sunday (Aug. 25) got an extra bonus, as the production company “Full of Fruit” filmed some scenes of their new comedy “Outside Salem” at the Saugus Iron Works. Tessa Zitter and Jonesy Moore are co-producers of this movie, which brings some humor to the story of Puritans in New England. More filming will be occurring at Pioneer Village in Salem and other local sites in upcoming months.
How Many Boston Market Stores are Left in New England?
I was driving back from camping the other weekend and was passing Saugus, MA, and for some reason I was craving Boston Market in a bad way. I was sad to see the Boston Market in Saugus location on Route 1 had closed, and appeared to be closed for awhile. I then proceeded to dive down a Boston Market rabbit hole on the world wide web and was determined to find out the reason behind the demise of a chain I once held so near and dear.
You Have to See the World’s Largest Ouija Board in Salem, Massachusetts
Spooky season is right around the corner, and the capital of spooky season, Salem, Massachusetts, is home to one of the creepiest records of all time. The world's largest Ouija board was built in Salem, MA in 2019. If you are trying to pronounce 'Ouija' or have no clue what...
The Boston Years: On The Streets 1972-75
In 1972, Philip Flip Collier was in Boston. Philip, who has previously shared his terrific photographs of 1970s NYC, enrolled at the city’s New England School of Photography where he studied for the next two years with the hope of becoming a commercial photographer, but I could never get off the streets. People fascinated me. I loved the way I could capture them in an instant and preserve the moment forever. This is the beginning of my ‘Boston Years 1972 – 1975’.
Top 10 Spooky Tours in Boston and Nearby Areas: Explore Haunted Sites and Ghost Stories
Explore the eerie side of Boston with the top 10 spooky tours that will send shivers down your spine. From haunted historic sites to chilling ghost stories, these tours offer a thrilling glimpse into the city’s darker past. Whether you’re a history buff or a paranormal enthusiast, Boston’s haunted...
Solo Dining Adventure: Discover the Best Spot in New England
Solo dining is having a moment, and New England is the perfect region to embrace it. As more people choose to dine alone, whether by choice or circumstance, restaurants across New England are stepping up to create welcoming and enjoyable experiences for solo diners. If you've ever used online reservation...
What movies, TV shows are casting for actors throughout New England?
Have you ever wanted to be a secret assassin for the CIA? What about a magician from the 19th century? How about an ice cream vendor, witch or vampire?. There’s no limit to what you can be — in Hollywood. For aspiring and working actors, Backstage, a website that links production companies with actors, offers a busload of casting calls listed on its website.
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