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Program Concludes with a Call for Future Community Partnerships
08/21/2024

Program Concludes with a Call for Future Community Partnerships

Several West Nile samples have been found in the Institute Park area, now Worcester's west side has a confirmed sample.
08/21/2024

Several West Nile samples have been found in the Institute Park area, now Worcester's west side has a confirmed sample.

Three of the "hottest" places to live in 2024 are right here in Massachusetts, according to a new list.
08/21/2024

Three of the "hottest" places to live in 2024 are right here in Massachusetts, according to a new list.

If you like taking little walks, hikes and bike rides, find out which Massachusetts rail trail might be best for you.
08/21/2024

If you like taking little walks, hikes and bike rides, find out which Massachusetts rail trail might be best for you.

One of your neighbors published an article in the Business section. Read their story on Patch. (The views expressed in t...
08/21/2024

One of your neighbors published an article in the Business section. Read their story on Patch. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

One of your neighbors posted in Business. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author’s own.)

Here are the beaches closed for swimming due to unsafe bacteria levels as of Wednesday afternoon.
08/21/2024

Here are the beaches closed for swimming due to unsafe bacteria levels as of Wednesday afternoon.

Looking to go to Paris, London, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Dublin or Iceland? Want to do it for cheap? Here's how.
08/21/2024

Looking to go to Paris, London, Amsterdam, Copenhagen, Dublin or Iceland? Want to do it for cheap? Here's how.

Do you have a retirement account drawdown strategy in place? (Sponsored)
08/21/2024

Do you have a retirement account drawdown strategy in place? (Sponsored)

Do you have a retirement account drawdown strategy in place?

Looking to add some curb appeal to your home without breaking the bank? These easy, no demo reno home projects are just ...
08/20/2024

Looking to add some curb appeal to your home without breaking the bank? These easy, no demo reno home projects are just what you need. (Sponsored)

Based on data from Thumbtack & Zillow, these projects can be inexpensively implemented without picking up a sledgehammer.

Stafford, Grove and Burncoat streets have been targeted for safety upgrades, but progress has been slow.
08/20/2024

Stafford, Grove and Burncoat streets have been targeted for safety upgrades, but progress has been slow.

The delivery drivers have been called one specific neighborhooed at late hours, only to be confronted by armed robbers.
08/20/2024

The delivery drivers have been called one specific neighborhooed at late hours, only to be confronted by armed robbers.

Following several crashes Monday afternoon, one direction of the highway will be closed for cleanup.
08/19/2024

Following several crashes Monday afternoon, one direction of the highway will be closed for cleanup.

Is this the new $1 million lottery capital of Massachusetts? Find out where folks are cashing in big-time in recent mont...
08/19/2024

Is this the new $1 million lottery capital of Massachusetts? Find out where folks are cashing in big-time in recent months.

A Salem man bought the fourth $1 million ticket sold in the Witch City in the past two months.

Caleb was last seen going into the woods near the junction of Littleton County Road and Old Schoolhouse Road in Harvard.
08/19/2024

Caleb was last seen going into the woods near the junction of Littleton County Road and Old Schoolhouse Road in Harvard.

Plus: Creed and Cage the Elephant play the Xfinity Center in Mansfield this week. Here's what to mark on your calendar.
08/19/2024

Plus: Creed and Cage the Elephant play the Xfinity Center in Mansfield this week. Here's what to mark on your calendar.

Officials said customers were complaining of metal wire embedded in their chicken nuggets and tenders from Georgia-based...
08/19/2024

Officials said customers were complaining of metal wire embedded in their chicken nuggets and tenders from Georgia-based Perdue Foods.

The Hampton Inn developer got a 7-year tax relief deal from the city, and now the hotel is set to be taken over by the n...
08/19/2024

The Hampton Inn developer got a 7-year tax relief deal from the city, and now the hotel is set to be taken over by the nonprofit college.

"He's a Boston guy, he's very inspirational and he really helps me through a lot of stuff," 10-year-old Milford resident...
08/19/2024

"He's a Boston guy, he's very inspirational and he really helps me through a lot of stuff," 10-year-old Milford resident Chris Hohn said.

The state will be at risk of heavy rain Monday, just a day after downpours devastated parts of Connecticut.
08/19/2024

The state will be at risk of heavy rain Monday, just a day after downpours devastated parts of Connecticut.

To help clear limited shelter space for new and future arrivals, the shelters are offering fee-free adoptions — which th...
08/18/2024

To help clear limited shelter space for new and future arrivals, the shelters are offering fee-free adoptions — which they are calling 'MSPCA Brat Summer' — for all dogs 1 year old and older from Aug. 19 through Aug. 25.

Starting Monday, adoption fees will be waived for many shelter dogs at MSPCA, Northeast Animal Shelter and coalition partner shelters.

Monday's full moon is considered a "seasonal blue moon" but expected clouds and rain may make it difficult to see.
08/18/2024

Monday's full moon is considered a "seasonal blue moon" but expected clouds and rain may make it difficult to see.

With back-to-school season here, comes the dreaded classroom lice infestations. Here's what to do about it:
08/18/2024

With back-to-school season here, comes the dreaded classroom lice infestations. Here's what to do about it:

Starting Monday, adoption fees will be waived for many shelter dogs at MSPCA, Northeast Animal Shelter and coalition par...
08/18/2024

Starting Monday, adoption fees will be waived for many shelter dogs at MSPCA, Northeast Animal Shelter and coalition partner shelters.

DeWALT mowers can start and shut off on their own; winds may blow off BJ’s Wholesale gazebo roofs; Trader Joe’s candles ...
08/18/2024

DeWALT mowers can start and shut off on their own; winds may blow off BJ’s Wholesale gazebo roofs; Trader Joe’s candles may spark fires.

DeWALT mowers can start and shut off on their own; winds may blow off BJ's Wholesale gazebo roofs; Trader Joe's candles may spark fires.

Though it's not affordable, a new study from WalletHub suggests that other perks of living in Massachusetts carry it to ...
08/18/2024

Though it's not affordable, a new study from WalletHub suggests that other perks of living in Massachusetts carry it to the top of the list.

Some larger circuses have already done this.
08/18/2024

Some larger circuses have already done this.

Massachusetts is one of just a few states that ban circuses and other traveling acts to use exotic, wild animals.

Not the only seven-figure wins here this summer.
08/18/2024

Not the only seven-figure wins here this summer.

This might be the luckiest place in Massachusetts. Two separate scratch tickets netted $1 million and $4 million prizes this week.

The rideshare companies will get something out of the deal, too.
08/17/2024

The rideshare companies will get something out of the deal, too.

Drivers will get a minimum pay floor and other benefits, but Uber and Lyft are also getting a key concession.

The Farmers' Almanac is out with early predictions for the upcoming winter. The La Niña pattern is a change compared to ...
08/17/2024

The Farmers' Almanac is out with early predictions for the upcoming winter. The La Niña pattern is a change compared to recent winters.

Food costs remain stubbornly high, but several fast-food and restaurant chains buck a national trend of passing costs on...
08/17/2024

Food costs remain stubbornly high, but several fast-food and restaurant chains buck a national trend of passing costs on to customers.

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MA High School Drops 'Freshmen' For Gender-Neutral Term
MA High School Drops 'Freshmen' For Gender-Neutral Term

A Massachusetts high school has dropped the word "freshmen" as the school opts for a more gender-neutral term. What do you think of this change? https://trib.al/jWjINTo

Fare or Fair? Bill Pushes New Tolls On I-93, I-95, Routes 1, 2
Fare or Fair? Bill Pushes New Tolls On I-93, I-95, Routes 1, 2

A state senator wants to add tolls to roads that are currently free for Mass. drivers and charge higher prices during peak driving times. Read more: https://trib.al/64kVsLp

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Daylight Saving Time Ends: When Do Clocks Fall Back?

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