The Best Spots for Paint & Wine in Massachusetts!

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Brushstrokes and Grapevines, Amesbury, MA

Bring your own wine or beer to sip on while you paint at Brushstrokes and Grapevines. Check their calendar online and sign up for a date that works for you and your friends.

Bring your own wine or beer to sip on while you paint at Brushstrokes and Grapevines. Check their…

The 9 Best Pet Boutiques in Massachusetts!

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Paws Pet Boutique, Amesbury, MA

Whether you’re seeking a new leash, sweater, toy or food, Paws Pet Boutique carries it—and a whole lot more. The selections are creative and the service is fabulous. The staff knows their…

Whether you’re seeking a new leash, sweater, toy or food, Paws Pet Boutique carries…

The 9 Best Candy Shops in Massachusetts!

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Simply Sweet, Newburyport, MA

In addition to their rich, creamy assortment of homemade chocolates, Simply Sweet even makes their own nonpareils and sea salt caramels. Their peanut and raisin clusters are truly to die for.

In addition to their rich, creamy assortment of homemade chocolates, Simply Sweet even makes their…

9 Best Eyewear Stores in Massachusetts

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Market Square Optical Shoppe, Newburyport, MA

Market Square Optical Shoppe has provided high quality eyeglasses frames to customers for more than 25 years. Their technicians are both savvy in areas of eye health and eyewear style. Selling a vast…

Market Square Optical Shoppe has provided high quality eyeglasses frames to customers for more than…

The 13 Best Holiday Shopping Destinations in Massachusetts!

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Tannery Marketplace, Newburyport, MA

Shop for books, cookware, toys, pottery and more at Tannery Marketplace in Newburyport. Buy the foodies on your list a fine selection from Newburyport Olive Oil. Called the “best shopping on…

Shop for books, cookware, toys, pottery and more at Tannery Marketplace in Newburyport. Buy the…

The 7 Best Skate Parks in Massachusetts!

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Amesbury Skatepark, Amesbury

Perfect for kids or beginner skaters, you can find the Amesbury Skatepark at 138 Friend Street. A four-foot quarter pipe and three-foot spine are great to learn on. Even though helmets and pads…

Perfect for kids or beginner skaters, you can find the Amesbury Skatepark at 138 Friend Street. A…

The 7 Best Arcades in Massachusetts!

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Joe’s Playland, Salisbury, MA

Featuring both new and classic video games, skee ball, a snack bar and a large redemption center, Joe’s Playland has graced Salisbury for 90 years. Open weekends and school vacation weeks in…

Featuring both new and classic video games, skee ball, a snack bar and a large redemption center,…

The 10 Best Parks in Massachusetts!

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Waterfront Park, Newburyport, MA

Boasting a beautiful green space and a boardwalk along the Merrimack River, Waterfront Park in Newburyport is the perfect place to picnic, play lawn games, or watch the boats that float by. The park…

Boasting a beautiful green space and a boardwalk along the Merrimack River, Waterfront Park in…

The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Massachusetts!

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Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, Newburyport, MA

Beginning as far north as Newburyport’s Plum Island, the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge was established as a feeding and nesting ground in Massachusetts for migratory birds. Comprised of…

Beginning as far north as Newburyport’s Plum Island, the Parker River National Wildlife…

The 9 Best Indian Restaurants in Massachusetts!

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Mr. India, Newburyport, MA

With their customer service as popular as their food, Mr. India features dining room service or meals to go. Their curries and tandoori dishes are the best in the North Shore. People travel from…

With their customer service as popular as their food, Mr. India features dining room service or…

Brushstrokes and Grapevines, Amesbury, MA

Featured in The Best Spots for Paint & Wine in Massachusetts!

Bring your own wine or beer to sip on while you paint at Brushstrokes and Grapevines. Check their calendar online and sign up for a date that works for you and your friends.

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Market Square Optical Shoppe, Newburyport, MA

Featured in 9 Best Eyewear Stores in Massachusetts

Joe’s Playland, Salisbury, MA

Featured in The 7 Best Arcades in Massachusetts!

Featuring both new and classic video games, skee ball, a snack bar and a large redemption center, Joe’s Playland has graced Salisbury for 90 years. Open weekends and school vacation weeks in… Read More

Paws Pet Boutique, Amesbury, MA

Featured in The 9 Best Pet Boutiques in Massachusetts!

Whether you’re seeking a new leash, sweater, toy or food, Paws Pet Boutique carries it—and a whole lot more. The selections are creative and the service is fabulous. The staff knows their… Read More

Once Upon a Time Wedding Services, Haverhill, MA

Featured in 10 Best Wedding Planners in Massachusetts

For the fairytale wedding you’ve always dreamed about, the team at Once Upon a Time brings tons of imagination to the planning process. They also offer travel agent services to help you plan… Read More

Choate Bridge Pub, Ipswich, MA

Featured in The 14 Best Pubs in Massachusetts!

Choate Bridge is the oldest stone-arched bridge in the country, and Choate Bridge Pub pays homage to it with their corner bar and restaurant. You’ll enjoy pizza, seafood and burgers as well as… Read More

Earth Rock Run Half Marathon, Amesbury, MA

Featured in The 9 Best Road Races in Massachusetts!

In support of Earth Day, the Earth Rock Run Half Marathon takes place in Amesbury, with proceeds benefitting local conservation and ecological efforts.

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Tannery Marketplace, Newburyport, MA

Featured in The 13 Best Holiday Shopping Destinations in Massachusetts!

Shop for books, cookware, toys, pottery and more at Tannery Marketplace in Newburyport. Buy the foodies on your list a fine selection from Newburyport Olive Oil. Called the “best shopping on… Read More

Zumi’s Espresso, Ipswich, MA

Featured in The 9 Best Spots for Iced Coffee in Massachusetts!

Zumi’s Espresso serves up amazing iced coffee, along with a real coffee house experience. Come in the evenings and take part in or simply sit back and enjoy open mic poetry readings. The… Read More

Dec

Sea Festival of Trees

10:00 AM

Blue Ocean Event Center, Salisbury, MA

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Dec

North Shore Holiday Light Show

5:00 PM

Crescent Farms, Haverhill, MA

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Dec

Exhibition - Dream of a Common Language

12:00 PM

PEG Center for Arts and Activism, Newburyport, MA

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Dec

Exhibition - Dream of a Common Language

12:00 PM

PEG Center for Arts and Activism, Newburyport, MA

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Dec

Exhibition - Dream of a Common Language

12:00 PM

PEG Center for Arts and Activism, Newburyport, MA

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Dec

North Shore Holiday Light Show

5:00 PM

Crescent Farms, Haverhill, MA

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Dec

West Newbury Annual Tree Lighting

6:30 PM

West Newbury Training Field across from the Town Hall, West Newbury, MA

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Flags at Half-Mast November 29, 2022

From: Town of Paxton

November 29, 2022

Please be advised that in honor of United States Representative Donald McEachin of Virginia, who passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022, and in accordance with the United States Flag Code 4 USC 7… Read More

Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities Notice of Filing and Request for Comments

November 22, 2022

NOTICE OF FILING AND REQUEST FOR COMMENTS Petition of Massachusetts Electric Company and Nantucket Electric Company each d/b/a National Grid for Approval to Exclude Mystic Cost-of-Service Agreement… Read More

This World Day of Remembrance, Traffic Fatalities in Massachusetts Surpass Pre-Pandemic Levels

November 18, 2022

World Day of Remembrance honors victims of traffic crashes on November 20th, 2022. Buildings and bridges across the state, including Boston City Hall, are to be lit yellow. A memorial display will be… Read More

Statement from Transportation for Massachusetts Regarding Governor-Elect Maura Healey, the Approval of the Fair Share Amendment, and the Work and Family Mobility Act

From: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker

November 10, 2022

"Transportation for Massachusetts congratulates Governor-elect Maura Healey for her historic victory as the next governor of Massachusetts. Governor-elect Healey’s campaign led on creating a… Read More

Early Education and Care Programs Statewide to Receive $80 Million in Rate Increases for Fiscal Year 2023

From: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker

November 9, 2022

BOSTON — The Baker-Polito Administration on Nov 8th, announced a historic increase – nearly $80 million – to the rates paid by the Commonwealth to child care providers licensed by… Read More

Massachusetts Public Health Officials Urge Vaccinations for Flu and COVID-19 as Flu Season Begins

From: Town of Grafton

October 22, 2022

With flu season underway, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) is urging residents to get their flu shot and get a COVID-19 vaccine or booster for which they are eligible. October… Read More

Please Join us for Safer Roads for a Stronger Commonwealth on October12, 2022!

October 10, 2022

The November election includes Ballot Question 4, which asks voters whether to uphold a new state law that will make our roads safer for all of us. To learn more about Question 4, please join Newton… Read More

Baker-Polito Administration Awards Melrose $500,000 Green Communities Grant

From: City Of Melrose

September 30, 2022

Melrose will use the grant to fund the electrification of the Melrose Public Library. On September 20, 2022, the City of Melrose was awarded a $500,000 grant to take the Melrose Public Library off… Read More

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Coordinated Support for Newly Arriving Families and Individuals to the Commonwealth

From: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker

September 20, 2022

Emergency response plan includes temporary shelter and humanitarian services BARNSTABLE, MA — On Sep 16th, the Baker-Polito Administration announced new shelter and humanitarian supports… Read More

Governor Announces Distribution of Free COVID Tests

From: Know Your Town

September 13, 2022

To ensure that residents can properly manage COVID-19, the governor has announced there will be another round of free rapid antigen test kits distributed to municipalities across the Commonwealth.… Read More

Flags at Half Mast in Honor of Queen Elizabeth II

From: Town of Paxton

September 10, 2022

Please be advised that as a mark of respect for the memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, and in accordance with a Presidential proclamation, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker, has ordered… Read More