10 Worst Cities to Live in Massachusetts in 2026, According to Crime Statistics
Relocating within Massachusetts can be an exciting opportunity, but safety is often one of the biggest concerns when choosing a new place to live. Whether you’re moving for work, school, or a fresh start, understanding local crime trends can help you make a more informed decision. While Massachusetts is generally consi
FIRST ALERT: Winds could gust close to 60 mph for some, power outages reported
If you’re waking up to quiet, dry, (maybe sunny) weather, don’t be deceived. The shoe will drop as the morning progresses and our storm sinks deeper into southern New England. High wind warnings, and wind advisories. We are concerned about the number of power outages as the winds...
What type of home sells the fastest in Worcester in 2026?
What type of home sells the fastest in Worcester in 2026?. The U.S. housing market has been challenging for buyers and sellers since the pandemic, as high prices, elevated mortgage rates, and economic uncertainty have kept buyers and sellers on the sidelines. Most home types have been selling slowly as...
Significant portion of Route 140 to be repaved this summer
SHREWSBURY – Route 140 is set to get a little easier on your car’s tires. On May 12, Town Manager Kevin Mizikar announced that the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) would be repaving a portion of Route 140 from Main Street to Wachusett Avenue. Repaving the 1.5-mile stretch will cost $900,000.
Shrewsbury PD officers jump into Lake Quinsigamond to help man in distress
SHREWSBURY — At approximately 9:55 a.m. on May 27, a 19-year-old male fled from an ambulance at UMass Memorial Medical Center on Lake Avenue in Worcester. Shortly after fleeing, the man entered the waters of Lake Quinsigamond, just north of the Regatta Point State Park on the Worcester side of the lake.
2027 Massachusetts Health Insurance Premiums Might Make You Sick
Just when you thought the cost of living in Massachusetts couldn't get higher, health insurance companies are asking the state for an average 12.9% premium spike.
They Called It a PPO but Massachusetts Says It Was Not Insurance at All
A Texas-based health insurance agency has been permanently banned from operating in Massachusetts and ordered to pay $5 million after state prosecutors found it systematically sold products that looked like health insurance — and were not. The consent judgment, entered April 29, 2026, in Suffolk Superior Court, conclud
UnitedHealthcare defrauded MassHealth of $100M, AG alleges
Massachusetts Attorney General is accusing UnitedHealthcare of misclassifying the conditions of elderly members and defrauding MassHealth of at least $100 million.
Corner Dive Set to Open in Late June in Worcester
WORCESTER – City resident Kyle Pursell, 36, is working toward opening the former location of the Dive Bar, at 34 Green St., this summer. Pursell says the Corner Dive appears to be on track for opening in late June. Pursell has led significant work in what will be the...
Why is Another Massachusetts Hooters Location Closing It’s Doors for Good?
Another Hooters in Massachusetts is closing as the brand undergoes a major corporate rebrand to shift back toward a family-friendly sports bar experience.

















