What’s happening with SNAP? Gov. says benefits are “fully funded”
Gov. Healey gave an update on SNAP benefits in Massachusetts as the legal battle over funding food stamps continues.
Turkeys Won’t be Very Affordable in MA This Year
Massachusetts folks may need a bigger turkey budget this year, as the cost of the bird has drastically increased since 2024.
Persistence pays off! 48 new US citizens take oath at library
Last month, Nevins Memorial Library’s Great Hall was filled with 48 people who proudly took the Oath of Allegiance to become United States citizens. They arrived from Brazil, Central America, Asia, Africa, Italy, Norway and Lebanon. Most balanced work, life, and extensive studying and testing to get to this point.
Popular Eatery Closing Hundreds of Locations; Is MA Included?
Wendy's will be closing hundreds of restaurants soon. Are any of them in Massachusetts?
Woonsocket 19-year-old who escaped double murder-suicide speaks out
WOONSOCKET, R.I. (WJAR) — The survivor of a gruesome Woonsocket double-murder suicide shared her story. It was just last week that 19-year-old Jazmyn Roderick escaped her home after her ex-boyfriend pulled a gun, killing her mother, her mother's boyfriend, and himself. "I know that none of us were supposed...
Over 50 people arrested following child exploitation investigation
FRAMINGHAM, MA (WGGB/WSHM) – Authorities are expected to release details on an extensive operation aimed at combatting child exploitation. Mass. State Police said that, over three days last week, Operation Firewall was executed in several communities statewide and, as a result, more than 50 people were arrested for...
Deer danger: Car crashes up as deer population flourishes in Mass. See the hot...
November is the most dangerous month for deer-related crashes in Massachusetts, with hundreds of accidents occurring due to deer on local roads and highways.
Lost Purple Heart returned to Everett veteran in time for Veterans Day
A lost Purple Heart has been returned to a Vietnam veteran in Massachusetts, just in time for Veterans Day.
Webster and Worcester police arrest man wanted on witness intimidation and firearm charges
WEBSTER — A man wanted on multiple witness intimidation charges was arrested Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, after police located him leaving an apartment on Robinson Street. According to a statement from the Webster Police Department, Worcester Police Gang Unit officers and Webster police jointly conducted surveillance on a...
Massachusetts Was Chosen the 6th Friendliest State in the U.S.
Massachusetts might be known for its sports and breweries, but is it really the friendliest? A recent ranking says yes, but some might disagree.
