8 Roomy Secondhand Shops in Massachusetts Where Bargains Add Up Fast
Across Massachusetts, some secondhand shops stand out for their sheer size, steady turnover, and pricing that still feels fair. These roomy stores make it easy to browse aisle after aisle, with small bargains quickly adding up to satisfying finds. Locals often recommend them when someone wants more than a quick...
Nightmare on Tiffany Avenue: WPD Arrests Suspect After Late-Night Break-In Attempt
A quiet night on Tiffany Avenue was shattered early Tuesday morning when homeowners were woken by the sound of someone attempting to force their way into their residence. According to an official press release from the Worcester Police Department, officers were dispatched to the scene at approximately 1:40 a.m. on...
Massachusetts Farm to Table Restaurant Named Best in the State
This hidden and historic eatery is serving up the best sustainable, locally sourced food in Massachusetts
State Gives Forest Cutting Plan Green Light
A plan to cut down 175-acres of pine trees in the Manuel F. Correllus State Forest is set to proceed after a state environmental agency determined the project does not need to go through another layer of environmental review. A pair of Islanders earlier this year asked the Massachusetts Environmental...
Judge reduces charges against 2 accused of releasing mink from Pa. fur farm
SUNBURY—A Northumberland County judge has dismissed several of the charges against two Massachusetts residents accused of releasing nearly 700 caged minks from a Northumberland County fur farm in October 2024. The charges Judge Paige Rosini dismissed Monday against Christopher Jacob Legere, who goes by Celeste, and...
Massachusetts State Police Announce Sobriety Checkpoint in Bristol County
The Massachusetts State Police will be conducting a sobriety checkpoint in Bristol County during the New Year's weekend, as part of a continued initiative to combat impaired driving and improve roadway safety during the holiday period.
New Hampshire is doing away with vehicle safety inspections
New Hampshire is moving forward with a major change to a long‑standing driving requirement — and the debate is spilling across the state line into Massachusetts, where annual inspections are still mandatory. Although the Granite State plans to eliminate most safety and emissions inspections, drivers shouldn’t skip...
New rules taking effect in Rhode Island and Massachusetts in 2026
The new year will usher in new rules in both Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Here’s where you can watch fireworks on New Year’s Eve across Mass.
It’s almost time to say goodbye to 2025 and make way for 2026. With that comes the yearly tradition of watching fireworks burst in the sky to welcome the new year. Many towns and cities across Massachusetts are offering fireworks shows along with other festivities to celebrate the holiday. Here is a list of some of...
Five Arrested After Report of Person With Gun in Worcester
WORCESTER, Mass. — Worcester police arrested five people Sunday night following a report of a person with a gun in the area of Everett Gaylord Boulevard. According to police, officers responded to the area around 7 p.m. The investigation led to the arrest of two juveniles and three adults.
