6 States Enforcing Strict New “Idling” Fines for Parked Cars
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14 U.S. Cities Where Driving Is Most Risky, According to Recent Reports
Driving can be stressful, but in some American cities, it becomes downright dangerous. Recent studies from Allstate and Forbes Advisor reveal which places have the highest collision rates and worst driving conditions. Whether you live in one of these cities or plan to visit, knowing where the roads are riskiest can...
This Unassuming BBQ Joint In Massachusetts Has Mouth-Watering Brisket Known Throughout New England
Sometimes the best culinary treasures are hiding in plain sight, and the Rusty Can in Byfield, Massachusetts is the smoking gun of evidence for this theory. This no-frills BBQ haven might not win any beauty pageants with its humble exterior, but what happens inside those walls has meat lovers making pilgrimages from...
Mass. fire deaths fell in 2025, but Fall River blaze was deadliest in decades
Though fire deaths dropped in Massachusetts last year, the state saw its deadliest blaze in decades — a Fall River assisted living facility fire that killed 10 people — even as most fatal fires happened at homes and many without smoke alarms. A total of 44 people died...
The Cornbread At This Unfussy BBQ Joint In Massachusetts Is So Good, You’ll Want...
In the quaint town of Byfield, Massachusetts, there exists a barbecue sanctuary that proves great things come in unassuming packages – the Rusty Can. While most New Englanders are busy debating the merits of their favorite lobster roll, a quiet revolution of smoke and fire has been perfecting the art of Southern...
If You Say These 12 Phrases, You Definitely Grew Up in Massachusetts
Growing up in Massachusetts means you learned how to talk fast, complain efficiently, and give directions that make zero sense to outsiders. These phrases come out naturally—especially in traffic, winter storms, or while holding a Dunkin’ cup. If these sound familiar, there’s no denying it… Massachusetts raised you.
Miller-B Coastal Snowstorm Pattern Targets New Jersey, New York, Massachusetts, and Maine During Rare...
UNITED STATES — The weather setup shown in the latest analysis highlights a classic Miller-B coastal snowstorm pattern, a configuration that historically produces heavy snow along parts of the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast coastline, but only under very specific atmospheric conditions. According to the data shown, this...
CERTIFICATION OF POLICE OFFICERS WHO ARE PARDONED FELONS (H 2582)
The House gave initial approval to a bill that amends a current law which prohibits the state from certifying or recertifying as a police officer, anyone who has been convicted of a felony. The bill would amend the law by continuing to prohibit certification for a felon even if the person has received a presidential...
The Sweet Story Of How The Chocolate Chip Cookie Was Born In Massachusetts
Every bite of a chocolate chip cookie carries a piece of Massachusetts history. Back in 1938, something magical happened at a cozy inn in Whitman that changed American desserts forever. Ruth Graves Wakefield created what would become the country’s favorite treat, and it all started with a simple kitchen experiment...
Mass. roads are getting safer as traffic deaths drop in 2025
Massachusetts roads were slightly safer in 2025 with a decrease in crash fatalities compared to the previous year. There were 342 recorded driving deaths in 2025, according to MassDOT data, down from 364 fatalities in 2024. Drivers accounted for 159 of the 342 people killed in 2025, passengers 31, pedestrians...
