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Well Known Serial Killer Rumored To Return To This Massachusetts Town
Halloween will be here before you know it! A time not just for candy and pumpkins. But a time for horror flicks too. Particularly Michael Myers, whom made his debut along with film actress Jamie Lee Curtis on October 25, 1978 in an American independent slasher film well known as 'Halloween" directed by John Carpenter. It's a blockbuster that we all know and love considering the fact that the beloved Michael Myers character spans in a total of eleven installments! This brings us to the question:
Guess Which Massachusetts Towns Are America’s “Most Charming”
Here's a question, Massachusetts residents: Do you love the city or town where you live? I ask because 5 Massachusetts towns were recently selected among the most charming towns in America and three of them are right here in the Berkshires!. It's true! These days, more and more people are...
Farmer’s Almanac Predicts “Wet and White Winter” For Massachusetts
It's hard to believe the summer season is already coming to and end. Massachusetts residents are preparing for back to school and the upcoming fall season. While many argue autumn in the best time of the year in New England, some folks start the winter dread the second September hits.
Berkshire Humane Society Pet of the Week: Meet Beethoven
Every Wednesday at 8:30 we're joined by John Perreault, Executive Director of the Berkshire Humane Society to discuss all the happenings at their Barker Road facility, plus talk about their Pet of the Week. This week's Pet of the Week is Beethoven, a debonair 6-year-old gentleman and similar to his...
Here’s When Peak Foliage Will Occur in Massachusetts for 2024
One of the many aspects Massachusetts folks and New Englanders are lucky to have is the opportunity to view the beautiful foliage each fall. I think sometimes we take it for granted because we're used to having the robust colors in our backyards but many people have to travel to our area to enjoy the fall-rich colors.
Massachusetts Coldest City is in the Middle of a Popular Tourist Destination
We may still be in the Summer months, but today, it felt more like a preview of the upcoming Fall months. The New England states are definitely not known for their warm winters either. In fact, we typically get some of the more brutal temperatures throughout the country during the winter months. While we still have a few months before we hit that time, these recent cooler temperatures have had some of us thinking, "Where is the the coldest town in Massachusetts?" You may be surprised to learn exactly where that spot is.
15 Totally Awesome ’80s Candies We Were Obsessed With
As someone who was born in the '70s and shaped in the '80s, I can tell you that trips to the "corner store" in search of candy weren't just about pleasing our insatiable sweet teeth (tooths?)—they were also our first taste of independence and even a crash course in financial planning.
Think Twice If You Are Exceeding Speed Limits In MA
We've often heard you can go 10 mph over the posted speed limit in The Bay State and law enforcement won't bother you. It's a theory that has been implemented for years, and while we are all guilty of doing this often, is it an unwritten rule of the road?
Average Time Spent in Walmart and Target: Are You Above Average?
Ever get accused of spending TOO much time shopping at Walmart or Target?. A recent report has revealed how much time the average shopper spends wandering the aisles of some of the biggest names in retail. Average Time People Spend In Some Stores Decreasing. If you feel like you're spending...
Covid Cases In Mass. Have These Symptom Changes
I have a coughing, sneezing, malaise-y work partner at the moment. Does she have Covid? A cold? I don't know. Covid is a respiratory illness with symptoms being very similar to other viruses. The whole loss of smell and taste thing like the wild type strain had doesn't seem to happen as much anymore at all.
This State Park Is Among The Best Place To Visit In Massachusetts
When you think of State Parks, what do you think of? Most of us just think of a boring picnic area. I can promise you, this is more than just any old picnic area ever since my first visit here during a summer program field trip. According to onlyinyourstate.com, Natural...
WOW! Amount Of $$$ You’ll Need To Retire Early, Massachusetts
Massachusetts residents, listen up. If you have grand designs of retiring early, you better stop spending and start saving RIGHT NOW. When I say "stop spending", I mean that literally. Do not spend another red cent. You're going to need it. I hate to be the bearer of bad news,...
6 Best Hangout Spots For The Older Massachusetts Crowd
Do you and your friends ever wonder what you want to do this weekend?. Sure there's always dinner or that favorite bar you enjoy hanging out at. Those are good for 20 and 30 year old's but can easily get boring and tiresome for those in their 40s and older.
Three High Schools Named Best in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is a great place to live. From the city skylines of Boston to the rolling green mountains of the Berkshires, the state offers something for everyone. Massachusetts consistently ranks high in surveys surrounding the job market, housing market, overall cost of living, and of course, education. Each year U.S....
America’s Least Popular Fast-Food Chain Has 4 Locations in Massachusetts
Massachusetts is home to a variety of fast-food chains. If you're in a pinch and you need to get food on the go for breakfast, lunch, or dinner you're in luck as places like Dunkin', McDonald's, Burger King, and Wendy's for example can fulfill your fast-food needs and/or cravings. Speaking...
Beer Industry Giant Lays Off Almost 200 Massachusetts Employees
There is a lot to love about living in Massachusetts. From its iconic Cape Cod beaches to the bustling Boston metro area to the peaceful hills of the Berkshires, there is something for everyone in Massachusetts. Whether you were born and raised in Massachusetts, or are a transplant to the...
2 Big Department Stores are Open on Labor Day in Massachusetts
Labor Day is not that far off in the distance and many Massachusetts residents will be getting those last-minute vacation and out-of-town trips in before the kids return to school. Others throughout the commonwealth will host or attend backyard picnics to celebrate the end of the summer vacation. Either way, Labor Day weekend will be fun and maybe a little sad for some folks as we say goodbye to summer and look ahead to fall.
The Best Spot for Burger and Fries in Massachusetts is This Awesome Burger Joint
Massachusetts has several excellent spots to grab a burger and fries throughout the state. This might go a little overlooked, since it's not as if burgers are the first popular food you think of when you think of popular foods in the New England region (thanks to seafood, of course). However, that doesn't mean they don't exist here. There's even one that's exclusive to Massachusetts which is now being called the best joint for a burger and fries in the Bay State.
3 Scenic Road Trips in Western Massachusetts Are Among the Best in the State
As the Summer months are starting to wind down in Massachusetts, one of the most aesthetically pleasing times of the year is right around the corner with Fall approaching. That makes for a great time to take a few road trips! Luckily, throughout Massachusetts, there is plenty of scenery. And in case you need some ideas, it just so happens that a list of the top road trips to take in the Bay State was released. And among those road trips, three of them are on the western side of Massachusetts.
How Rare Is a Super Blue Moon? Be Prepared To Wait a Bit For the Next One
A brightly-lit super blue moon is ready to takeover the sky the next several nights. And while you may have multiple chances to see it this time, you next opportunity isn't coming anytime soon. What Is A Super Blue Moon?. A super blue moon is actually two somewhat rare events...
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