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There’s a Shrek Uber Surprising Tipsy Late-Night Riders
Anything that happens beyond 2 a.m. can seem like a fever dream after a late night of drinking at the bar. One rather unique Uber vehicle has some passengers questioning not how they got home, but WHAT exactly drove them there. How To Find The Shrek Uber. Most of my...
These 3 Western Massachusetts Spots Are Perfect Destinations for Summer Fun in MA
While we're on the cusp of entering July, there is still plenty of Summer left! That means, plenty of time left for your Summer road trips throughout Massachusetts and all of New England for that matter. So, with the time we have left, how about we get a load of the fact that there are three travel destinations that are being called the 'Best Spots for Summer Fun in Western Massachusetts'!
Why This Mass. Address Law Is Critical
Looking around at my neighborhood houses, I came across a home that had their address displayed in massively sized numbers on their front door. I was like, wow, there is no mistaking what this guy's house number is!. Numbers On The Mailbox is Required, But It's Not Enough... So, after...
Massachusetts Burger Lovers, This Is The Place To Find The Best
I gotta tell you, Massachusetts residents. I love a good CHEESEBURGER. Not all the time, mind you, but every once in a while...yeah...bring it on! Do you feel the same way? Good, now we can communicate!. Tell me, residents of the Berkshires, were you even aware that Massachusetts has one...
Massachusetts Very Own Must-Try Sandwich May Be the Most Unique Sandwich in the U.S.
If someone asks you what the signature sandwich is from your home state, regardless of if you're in Massachusetts or not, what would you say? Like, if there is one sandwich that is distinctly your state's sandwich, what is it? Massachusetts has a sandwich that is known as its 'must-try local sandwich' and it's pretty distinctly different from every other sandwich that exists in any other state.
Massachusetts Has 3 Of Top 25 WORST Cities In 2024 For Business Owners
Are you planning to start your own business? Or are you already in the process of starting a business? First off, congratulations! That's awesome! Secondly, good luck. Seriously. It's not easy. But with a combination of good planning, excellent employees and/or co-workers, perseverance, and good luck, hopefully, it will all come together.
Why Pete Townshend Never Liked the ‘Quadrophenia’ Movie
Pete Townshend says he’d never been happy with the 1979 movie version of Quadrophenia. The Who guitarist explained that was one of the reasons why he’d developed a ballet version of the storyline, which was first exposed via the 1973 album. “I was never happy with the film,”...
Phil X Struggled With Impostor Syndrome After Joining Bon Jovi
Bon Jovi guitarist Phil X discussed his struggle with impostor syndrome after replacing Richie Sambora in the band. The Canadian guitarist, once a member of Triumph, stood in for Sambora for a few shows in 2011. Jon Bon Jovi called him back when Sambora suddenly quit the band two years later. X has been in place ever since, becoming an official member in 2016.
These Cats Are Illegal to Keep as Pets in Massachusetts
When it comes to dog owners, Massachusetts actually has far fewer than you might think, especially compared to the rest of the country. So maybe Massachusetts is a cat-person state?. According to Pawlicy Advisor, approximately 49.4% of Massachusetts households own a pet. Of those pet homes, 28.9% are dog owners...
Iconic Grammy Winner Lists Stunning Cape Cod, Massachusetts Estate
Massachusetts is a fantastic place to live and visit. From picturesque Cape Cod beaches to the iconic Boston skyline and west to the beautiful mountains of the Berkshires, the state truly has something for everyone. Along with Massachusetts' diverse landscapes, the state is home to some pretty amazing properties just...
There is SO Much To Do In This Neighboring NY Village
Attention Bay State residents: Are you looking for a unique and historic road trip? We have the answer as this Empire State hamlet is located west of us and is situated on routes 5 and 20 between Syracuse and Rochester. Trust me, it's worth your time to visit Seneca Falls...
Is it Legal in Massachusetts to Give Your Baby Any Last Name You Wish?
If you're ready to settle down and take the next step in your marriage or relationship, then you may want to consider Massachusetts when it comes to raising a family. As a matter of fact, Massachusetts is one of the top states to raise a family. In addition, some of the best towns in Massachusetts for young families include Stoneham, Marblehead, East Longmeadow, and Brewster.
Top 15 ’80s Aerosmith Songs
Tracking Aerosmith's career trajectory from the beginning to the end of the '80s reveals one of the most remarkable comebacks in rock history. The band was washed-up and left for dead at the turn of the decade, with Joe Perry having quit in 1979 and Brad Whitford following suit in 1981. Drugs and dysfunction had hobbled the one-mighty rockers, and they watched their album sales plummet as a new crop of bands rose up to usurp them.
People Moving From Mass. To NH Are In For A Rude Awakening
There is one state in New England with a really low minimum wage and that lucky state is New Hampshire. Massachusetts had a plan to get the minimum wage up to $15.00 by January of 2023 and that it did. There was no planned or approved increase for Massachusetts for 2024.
Have You Heard About The “Horror Movie” Spiders Coming To MA?
Here's a strange question for you, fellow Massachusetts residents: Do any of you reading these words right now suffer from arachnophobia? I'm talking about...THE FEAR OF SPIDERS!. Research suggests that it's a fairly common fear that affects a sizable portion of the human population. Also, it tends to affect women...
Experts Cautiously Predict Summer “Bug Boom” in Massachusetts
I hope you like "creepy crawlies", fellow Massachusetts residents, because you may soon start seeing a whole lot more of them. At least, according to experts. They say we can expect a very "buggy" summer. Why can we expect a "bug boom" exactly? Experts say after lengthy periods of extreme...
Massachusetts Musician Celebrates 50 Years at Iconic Music Venue
There is so much to love about the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts in the summertime. Whether it's hiking one of the area's many beautiful trails like Mount Greylock or Monument Mountain, swimming in our natural bodies of water, checking out the county's variety of summer concert offerings, enjoying ice cream, or experiencing a North Adams SteepleCats game there is much to love about the Berkshires during the warm weather months.
Bill Wyman Announces New Album, ‘Drive My Car’
Bill Wyman has announced the release of a new album. Drive My Car marks his first album in nine years and the ninth solo album by the Rolling Stones' former bassist. The album, which is due on Aug. 9, features 10 songs, with two additional tracks on the CD and digital versions. In addition to covers of Bob Dylan's "Thunder on the Mountain," Taj Mahal's "Light Rain" and John Prine's "Ain't Hurtin' Nobody," Drive My Car includes five songs written or cowritten by Wyman.
Pete Townshend Recalls ‘Criminal’ Managers Stealing From the Who
Pete Townshend said the Who didn’t make money from most of their albums as a result of theft by their managers, especially during their first eight years of making records. The guitarist also recalled one of his final meetings with Jimi Hendrix, when they talked about being the victims of illegal activities.
How Aerosmith’s ‘Head First’ Became the First Music Download
When Aerosmith released "Head First" as a free digital download on June 27, 1994, the fledgling technology team at the band's label, Geffen, just wanted to prove that it could be done. But it was an important moment in the developing landscape of the World Wide Web which ultimately helped...
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