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What Is Open & Closed In MA On July 4th? We Have The Scoop!
As America gets ready to celebrate it's 248th birthday, keep in mind, Independence Day will fall on a Thursday as a long weekend is amongst us, but please take some time and reflect on the freedoms we enjoy on a daily basis due to this celebration that has been in existence since 1776.
America’s Worst Coffee Brand is Sold in Massachusetts
Not only do many Massachusetts folks love coffee it's a beverage they can't live without. It's no surprise that Massachusetts is a big coffee-consuming state. Dunkin has over 1,000 locations in the Bay State. Not to mention the beloved multinational coffee and doughnut company was founded in Quincy. While taste...
Western Massachusetts Really Needs These 25 Fast Food Joints Right Now
In Massachusetts, we all know how important it is to support local restaurants throughout all communities in the Bay State. There are several restaurants that are just so amazing and in all honestly, just irreplaceable! But why not add some more options overall? Let's get a little greedy for just a second...
This Eatery is Now Where to Find the Best Fried Chicken in Massachusetts
No matter where it is in Massachusetts or what time of year it is, we all like to indulge in our favorite comfort foods. And with the 4th of July weekend approaching, perhaps people are looking to fire up the grill. Then again, maybe you can stick with some good fried stuff. Like, some really good fried chicken. That segues perfectly into the fact that recently, there has been a Massachusetts restaurant that is now known for serving the absolute best fried chicken in the state.
Walmart Stores In Mass. Make Major Shopping Change
It's nice to walk into a retailer of any sort and not need a cart. Half the time they seem to be malfunctioning on some level. Whether it's a wheel that is super noisy or a ball bearing frozen up, carts at Walmart can be annoying. Walmart in MA has...
TikToker Can’t Identify Celebrity at Airport; She Responds ‘It’s Me’
In the most 2024 thing that ever 2024ed, TikToker Richmond Staunton Keeling (@richmondkeeling) captured the moment when, while waiting parked at arrivals at the airport, he saw numerous people walking up to the woman standing in front of his vehicle and asking her for photos. Not knowing who this person...
Here’s the Biggest Boomtown in Massachusetts for 2024
It's been established that Massachusetts is a top choice for education and having a career. Take a city like Boston for example. Massachusetts' biggest city is known for having good jobs but Boston is also known as a place for the start of a career. It was stated in Kaplan International Pathways that Boston is the perfect place to start your career because of the number of job opportunities for candidates without lots of experience. According to research by Linkedin, Boston is among the top 10 cities in the USA for entry-level job postings.
A Connecticut Based Store Chain To Close All Locations
Not too long ago, I was actually in this specific store in the Holyoke Mall and wondered why they were having big sales. I thought it was just an inventory blowout sale but it turns out, it was a going out of business sale. According to News8, Bob's Stores which...
2 Mass. Cities Have Trump HQ, Campaign Offices
President Donald Trump is making another bid for the presidency in November. It's unlikely he'll win Massachusetts, but supporters are hopeful. The last time Massachusetts went red in a presidential election was 1984 when Reagan beat Walter Mondale. These 2 Mass. Cities Have Trump Campaign offices. Team Trump has opened...
These Are The Healthiest Fast-Food Burgers In Massachusetts (Photos)
It's a sad fact nowadays, Massachusetts friends and neighbors, but even if you have the best of intentions to eat healthy, it's just not possible all the time. Whether it's due to time or financial constraints, sometimes fast food is the only option. And let's not kid ourselves. No healthy...
Another Massachusetts And New York Store Hit With ATM Skimming Device
Federal investigators have charged a Hudson man for using skimming devices to steal credit card information from different store locations in New England and New York. According to CBSNews Boston, skimmers are installed on top of normal credit card terminals. The fakes are designed to look like a normal machine, but with additional electronics to capture data.
5 Things You Won’t See Again in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is loved by many as residents and tourists alike enjoy all the Bay State has to offer. Whether it's the four seasons, summer/winter sports, natural beauty, friendly people, or the state's historical aspects, there is something for everyone in Massachusetts. Massachusetts like any other state also has some fun...
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...
Preview Auction Items Right Now
Summer is here and your opportunity for savings is just days away. That's right! Berkshire County's Great Radio Online Auction is coming. The online auction begins this Saturday, July 6 at 9 a.m. You can preview a list of auction items right here. Once again the auction is online for your convenience Just like last time, we have teamed up with our parent company’s auction site, called Seize the Deal.
These 10 Massachusetts Towns Sound Like Towns That Shouldn’t Exist in the Bay State
Massachusetts definitely has some of the most unique town names of any state. Some town names are so distinctively unique that plenty of residents don't know how to pronounce them. Many towns in the Bay State begin with the four directions: North, East, West, and South. There are even 19 towns throughout the Bay State that end in 'ham'. But throughout all the crazy, unique, eccentric, and bizarre town names in Massachusetts, there are even some that just don't sound like they are towns that should exist in the Bay State whatsoever!
Why Fewer People are Buying Grills to Barbecue at Home
Not as many people are interested in buying a grill for their home according to a new report on a recent decline in sales. But that doesn't mean there are fewer people cooking on their patio this summer. Barbecue Industry Trends. A recent article published by CNN looked at trends...
MA Residents: Will Gas Prices Lighten Your Wallet On The 4th Of July?
Bay State residents are getting ready to celebrate America's 248th birthday, guaranteed you will see a throng of people attending the city of Pittsfield's 4th of July parade. Make sure you wave when our station vehicles pass through. The weather will cooperate for those summer get-togethers on Thursday as well, but keep in mind Triple A predicts a plethora of drivers will travel over 50 miles form home base. Which leads me to this all-important question: Will gas prices break the bank or hopefully there is a light at the end of the tunnel.
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.
Massachusetts Restaurant Named ‘Best Diners, Drive-Ins, And Dives’ in U.S.
With so many options nowadays it can be difficult to decide where to eat particularly if you are on vacation or new to an area. Thanks to Guy Fiere of the Food Network show Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives it can be a little easier to narrow down all of those options.
McDonald’s Says These Menu Items Are Going Away and Never Coming Back
We regret to inform you may never see some of your McDonald's favorites again. The fast food chain recently revealed it has no plans to bring back some of its previous menu items. Why McDonald's Is Dropping Menu Items?. McDonald's a fairly predictable menu no matter what location you stop...
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