Massachusetts State Police gear up for busy 4th of July holiday weekend
HOLDEN, Mass. - Massachusetts State Police are emphasizing traffic safety as we gear up for one of the busiest travel holiday weekends of the year. State police ask people to reduce their speeds, be mindful of other drivers and stay off cell phones. They're also stressing the importance of not...
Massachusetts Governor Healey Nominates Judge Joanna Rodriguez and Lisa Core for District Court Bench
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has nominated Judge Joanna Rodriguez and Lisa Core as her latest picks to join the District Court bench. With years of legal experience behind them, these two women could soon become the newest faces delivering justice in the Commonwealth’s courtrooms. The announcement, made...
High bacteria levels close nearly 30 Mass. beaches ahead of Fourth of July
More than two dozen beaches in Massachusetts are closed to swimmers ahead of the Fourth of July due to high bacteria levels.
5 Of The Best Camping Spots In Massachusetts
Are you ready for a vacation, Massachusetts? It's interesting to see how many of us prefer to spend our well-earned, well-deserved time off. Vacation, for some of us, means being totally pampered at a 5-star luxury resort. For other folks, vacation means taking a break on a nice, sunny, warm...
Statistics show decline in crime, statewide and in Springfield
On Tuesday, the Healey-Driscoll administration announced crime statistics in Massachusetts for 2024, showing a decline in crime.
Love Food Names Worcester Diner Best ‘Hole-in-the-Wall Restaurant’ in Massachusetts
A Worcester dining establishment has been named by the foodie website Love Food one of the best "hole-in-the-wall restaurants" in the country. Love Food editors chose one restaurant per state for the honor, naming the Miss Worcester Diner in Worcester the best in Massachusetts. Here's what Love Food has to say about...
Mass. cannabis lab ordered to suspend operations
Massachusetts cannabis regulators have ordered one of the state’s independent testing labs to suspend operations, alleging a “pattern of failing to accurately report” marijuana test results and “an intentional effort to conceal those failing results.”. The Cannabis Control Commission said an investigation led by its...
Massachusetts Has Banned the Grilling of These 10 Meats
Massachusetts folks all around the state are enjoying picnics. Many people will be outside grilling this 4th of July weekend. It's a great way to get the family together and celebrate our nation's independence. I enjoy getting outside and firing up the grill in my backyard. While I don't consider...
Dangerous sedative found in Mass. drug supply doesn’t respond easily to Narcan, officials say
The drug can cause severe sedation, low heart rate, hallucinations, and difficulty breathing.
What’s the difference between a frappe and a milkshake in New England?
Editor's Note: This is an excerpt from WBUR's Saturday morning newsletter, The Weekender. If you like what you read and want it in your inbox, sign up here. It’s not hard to find a milkshake in Massachusetts. But if you’re planning to order a cold, creamy drink off the menu at a local ice cream shop or farm stand,...
