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Massachusetts’ Cheapest Car Insurance Companies
Car insurance premiums are up again nationwide and Fox Business says they could surge 22 percent by year's end. Wonderful. The cost of almost everything else is rising, so why not car insurance premiums?. Fox Business says, "A new report published by Insurify, an insurance comparison shopping site, shows the...
First Recorded Tornado Outbreak Walloped New England in 1787
Massachusetts experienced the first tornado – or whirlwind, as they called it – ever recorded in what we now refer to as the continental United States. Of course, there were likely many other tornados before then, but the European settlers armed with their quill pens and parchments hadn't arrived to write about them.
Unlikely Patriots Camp Star Demanding Roster Spot With Strong Play
Sixth-year OLB Oshane Ximines continued his stellar summer with an excellent practice on Tuesday seemingly demanding a roster spot by standing out as one of the New England Patriots' better edge rushers during training camp. The former third-round pick was one of New England's stars during their Preseason Week 1...
New Substance Use Disorder Bill being crafted to help tackle issues with the opioid epidemic in Massachusetts
There's a new Substance Use Disorder Bill in the works crafted by the Senate and the House. 22News spoke with leaders about the impact this could have on tackling issues with the opioid epidemic in our state.
Farmer’s Almanac Calling for Lots of Snow and Rain for Maine, New Hampshire, & Massachusetts This Winter
Last winter was definitely abnormal. With the exception of a few really nasty storms (one in mid-December and one in mid-January), the winter was fairly mild. With the exception of a handful of rain and snowstorms, last winter was calm. Even the temperatures remained mild. According to records kept by...
Massachusetts man scores $4million lottery prize while stopping to pick up birthday gift for friend
Robert J. Ostrye Jr went out to buy his friend a birthday gift but decided to also purchase a $10 lottery ticket for himself, the Massachusetts man then found out he'd won the $4million top prize
Massachusetts organizations work to support families and youth in need
BOSTON — Travoyn Garcia-Parker, an 18-year-old with aspirations in software and mechanical engineering, has overcome significant challenges in his life. Earlier this year, Garcia-Parker experienced homelessness and sought help from theBoston nonprofit Bridge Over Troubled Waters. Struggling to find support, he eventually joined Bridge's Transitional Living Program, where he learned essential life skills.
August Harvest Moon Festival Is This Weekend!
— Quincy Massachusetts News by Quincy Quarry News – News, Opinion and Commentary. Quincy’s August Moon Festival will be held for the thirty-seventh time this coming Sunday from 11 AM to 3 PM. Take in live entertainment and other amusements, shop for merch, and enjoy the food —...
OIG: Former EEC commissioner wrongly sent millions to Illinois consulting firm
Samantha Aigner-Treworgy worked with Illinois company Aim and Arrow in her role as Chicago’s Chief of Early Learning before heading the EEC for the Bay State and sending the firm over $2.1 million for strategic planning purposes.
Keller: Is Massachusetts really the best state to live in?
The opinions expressed below are Jon Keller's, not those of WBZ, CBS News or Paramount Global.BOSTON - Gov. Maura Healey's administration is celebrating after the financial website WalletHub named Massachusetts the nation's best state to live in.But is that victory lap justified? The honor may be less than meets the eye. "Best State to Live In if You're Well Off"The ranking triggered a virtual duck-boat parade via a Healey press release full of self-congratulation by the governor, lieutenant governor, and no less than 11 cabinet members. But while our beloved home state won top scores on education, health care and overall...
National Lemon Meringue Pie Day is Today!
— News via Quincy Quarry News – News, Opinion and Commentary. While banana cream pie is the favored pie for pie fights, it is tough to top a slice or two of lemon meringue pie on a summer day as a light and refreshing dessert or even just all by itself.
‘Affordable’ Gym With 2 Massachusetts Locations Files For Bankruptcy
Many people from Massachusetts are worried about what's going to happen to their favorite gym. This one particular chain which surprisingly only has 2 locations in Massachusetts has filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. According to USA TODAY, Blink Fitness that operates more than 100 locations nationwide including the 2...
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