The 9 Best Bookstores in Massachusetts!

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The Montague Bookmill, Montague, MA

Housed in an old gristmill in Montague, Massachusetts (Did you even know there was a town in Massachusetts called Montague?), their collection is primarily academic, but the ambience is worth every…

Housed in an old gristmill in Montague, Massachusetts (Did you even know there was a town in…

The 7 Best Bars in Massachusetts!

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The People’s Pint, Greenfield, MA

Serving up lots of local brews, The People’s Pint even sources local farmers as much as they can for their pub grub. The food is quite good and the pints aren’t expensive—averaging…

Serving up lots of local brews, The People’s Pint even sources local farmers as much as they…

10 Best Movie Theaters in Massachusetts!

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Greenfield Garden Cinemas, Greenfield, MA

Greenfield Garden Cinemas is a historic landmark. Step back in time and enjoy a show in this Colonial Revival building, completed in 1929. Get lost in the world of film in this local favorite…

Greenfield Garden Cinemas is a historic landmark. Step back in time and enjoy a show in this…

The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Massachusetts!

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Adams Donuts, Greenfield, MA

In addition to the homemade donuts at Adams Donuts, they are also known for their strudel, turnovers, and other bakery items. Check out their apple fritters and whoopie pies, too.

In addition to the homemade donuts at Adams Donuts, they are also known for their strudel,…

10 Best Honey Farms and Apiaries in Massachusetts!

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Warm Colors Apiary, South Deerfield, MA

Warm Colors Apiary - a buzzing oasis of golden liquid gold! Here, you can find marvelous honey, pure beeswax candles, and products made with honey and beeswax. With its flowering plants blooming…

Warm Colors Apiary - a buzzing oasis of golden liquid gold! Here, you can find marvelous honey,…

Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Massachusetts!

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Light up at Yankee Candle Village

You've seen their wares in a mall near you - but you haven't experienced anything like this. Nestled amidst fairy-tale displays and interactive candle-making exhibits in South Deerfield are nearly…

You've seen their wares in a mall near you - but you haven't experienced anything like this.…

10 Best Hibachi-style Restaurants in Massachusetts!

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Goten of Japan, Sunderland, MA

Goten of Japan is a true hidden gem of Sunerland! This restaurant truly has everything from a tranquil ambiance to luscious cuisine. You must try the mouth-watering hibachi shrimp appetizer…

Goten of Japan is a true hidden gem of Sunerland! This restaurant truly has everything from a…

The 15 Most Amazing Wonders to Discover in Massachusetts!

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Gunn Brook Falls, Sunderland, MA

Check out a hidden treasure at Gunn Brook Falls. The water flows down over a rocky “staircase” through the mossy woods. Ask Sunderland locals for exact directions to access this natural…

Check out a hidden treasure at Gunn Brook Falls. The water flows down over a rocky…

9 Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Massachusetts

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Mesa Verde, Greenfield, MA

For some excellent Mexican food, stop by Mesa Verde in Greenfield. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself ordering a second margarita. They’re that good! Mesa Verde dubs itself a…

For some excellent Mexican food, stop by Mesa Verde in Greenfield. Don’t be surprised if you…

The 9 Best Corn Mazes in Massachusetts!

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Mike’s Maze, Sunderland, MA

Each year, Mike’s Maze works hard to craft some of the best maze designs in the state. Named “Best Maze in the U.S.,” in 2015, Mike’s is comprised of eight acres of…

Each year, Mike’s Maze works hard to craft some of the best maze designs in the state. Named…

The People’s Pint, Greenfield, MA

Featured in The 7 Best Bars in Massachusetts!

Serving up lots of local brews, The People’s Pint even sources local farmers as much as they can for their pub grub. The food is quite good and the pints aren’t expensive—averaging… Read More

Greenfield Garden Cinemas, Greenfield, MA

Featured in 10 Best Movie Theaters in Massachusetts!

Greenfield Garden Cinemas is a historic landmark. Step back in time and enjoy a show in this Colonial Revival building, completed in 1929. Get lost in the world of film in this local favorite… Read More

Warm Colors Apiary, South Deerfield, MA

Featured in 10 Best Honey Farms and Apiaries in Massachusetts!

Warm Colors Apiary - a buzzing oasis of golden liquid gold! Here, you can find marvelous honey, pure beeswax candles, and products made with honey and beeswax. With its flowering plants blooming… Read More

Light up at Yankee Candle Village

Featured in Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Massachusetts!

You've seen their wares in a mall near you - but you haven't experienced anything like this. Nestled amidst fairy-tale displays and interactive candle-making exhibits in South Deerfield are nearly… Read More

Adams Donuts, Greenfield, MA

Featured in The 10 Best Doughnut Shops in Massachusetts!

In addition to the homemade donuts at Adams Donuts, they are also known for their strudel, turnovers, and other bakery items. Check out their apple fritters and whoopie pies, too.

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Mo's Fudge Factor, Shelburne Falls, MA

Featured in 7 Best Fudge Shops in Massachusetts!

Mo's Fudge Factor is a family-owned ice cream, fudge, candy, and chocolate shop that makes all of its fudge, chocolates, and baked goods in small batches right on-site. Not only do they offer a large… Read More

Goten of Japan, Sunderland, MA

Featured in 10 Best Hibachi-style Restaurants in Massachusetts!

Goten of Japan is a true hidden gem of Sunerland! This restaurant truly has everything from a tranquil ambiance to luscious cuisine. You must try the mouth-watering hibachi shrimp appetizer… Read More

The Quarters, Hadley, MA

Featured in The 7 Best Arcades in Massachusetts!

A bar and arcade. Enjoy one of more than 20 vintage arcade games at The Quarters while enjoying food and your favorite beverages. Play trivia, too. The retro atmosphere makes for a fun and nostalgic… Read More

The Hangar Pub and Grill, Amherst, MA

Featured in The Best Theme Bars in Massachusetts!

Popular with college students, the Hangar Pub and Grill serves up some of the best fried chicken around. Decked out like an airplane hangar, it is reminiscent of one of the sets on the TV show… Read More

Sep

Tell It Slant Poetry Festival

6:00 PM

Tell It Slant Poetry Festival, Amherst, MA

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Sep

Dinosaur Jr. and Luluc

7:00 PM

Tree House Brewing Company (Deerfield), South Deerfield, MA

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Sep

Tell It Slant Poetry Festival

12:00 PM

Tell It Slant Poetry Festival, Amherst, MA

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Sep

Tell It Slant Poetry Festival

12:00 PM

Tell It Slant Poetry Festival, Amherst, MA

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Sep

Tell It Slant Poetry Festival

9:00 AM

Emily Dickinson Museum, Amherst, MA

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Sep

Tell It Slant Poetry Festival

9:00 AM

Emily Dickinson Museum, Amherst, MA

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Sep

Fiesta de Emmy's Elephants

10:00 AM

Emmy's Elephant Emporium, Amherst, MA

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Town of Hamilton Newsletter - February 27, 2023

From: Town Of Hamilton

March 1, 2023

What's Happening in Hamilton Conservation Commission Update: Final Meeting on Wed. March 1st 6- 8pm at the Hamilton Wenham Public Library, large meeting room. Refreshments will be served. Click… Read More

MassDOT Response Regarding the Randolph Ave and Chickatawbut Road Project

From: Town of Milton

March 1, 2023

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation ("MassDOT") responded to the Town's letter regarding the proposed project at Randolph Ave and Chickatawbut Road. The MassDOT letter is available by… Read More

Flags at Half Mast

From: Town of Paxton

February 27, 2023

Please be advised that Massachusetts Governor Maura T. Healey has ordered that the United States of America Flag and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag be lowered to half-staff at all state… Read More

ICYMI: WA Among The 20 States Announcing Historic Governor-Led Reproductive Freedom Alliance

From: Washington Governor Jay Inslee

February 22, 2023

In case you missed it: On Feb 21st, California Governor Gavin Newsom, Colorado Governor Jared Polis, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, Delaware Governor John Carney, Hawai’i Governor Josh Green,… Read More

Statement by America First Works Executive Director Ashley Hayek on President Biden’s State of the Union Address

February 8, 2023

“After two years, President Biden and his administration’s promises have all proven empty. To date, nothing is built, nothing is back, and nothing is better. American families struggle… Read More

USDA Names 2023 Agricultural Outlook Forum Future Leaders in Agriculture Program Winners

January 23, 2023

Washington, DC ? The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has selected 30 university students who will attend USDA’s 2023 Agricultural Outlook Forum (AOF) as winners of the USDA Future Leaders… Read More

Biden-Harris Administration Launches New Efforts to Address the Wildfire Crisis

January 20, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC – On Jan 19th, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced expanded efforts to reduce wildfire risk across the western U.S. These investments, made possible through President… Read More

State Grant for Student Awareness of Fire Education and Senior SAFE Programs

From: Town of Whitman

January 19, 2023

Chief Timothy Clancy is pleased to announce that the Whitman Fire Department was awarded $3,781 for the Fiscal Year 2023 Student Awareness of Fire Education (S.A.F.E.) Program and $2,077 for the… Read More

Massachusetts Awarded $36 Million Federal Grant to Strengthen Services for Young Children

From: Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey

January 5, 2023

BOSTON – The Baker-Polito Administration announced on Jan 4th, that Massachusetts has been awarded a three-year, $36 million federal Preschool Development Grant Birth Through Five (PDG B-5).… Read More

Governor Baker Signs Act Establishing a Town Manager in Tyngsborough

From: Town Of Tyngsborough

January 3, 2023

Tyngsborough Town Administrator formally changed to “Town Manager” Governor Charlie Baker signed House Bill 5359 “An Act Establishing the Position of Town Manager in the Town of… Read More

Governor Signs Law Formalizing Change to "Select Board" in Tyngsborough

From: Town Of Tyngsborough

December 29, 2022

Tyngsborough Board of Selectmen Formally Changed to "Select Board" Governor Charlie Baker signed Chapter 318 of the Acts of 2022 into law on December 28, 2022 formalizing the vote of Tyngsborough… Read More

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

From: Town of Bridgewater

December 23, 2022

Petition of Massachusetts Electric Company and Nantucket Electric Company each d/b/a National Grid for Approval of An Alternative Basic Service Procurement and Pricing Plan. On December 20, 2022,… Read More

MassDOT Response to Town's Letter re: Randolph Ave and Chickatawbut Project

From: Town of Milton

December 20, 2022

The Massachusetts Department of Transportation responded to the Town of Milton's comment letter regarding the proposed roundabout project at Route 28 and Chickatawbut Road. In the letter, MassDOT… Read More

Baker-Polito Administration Distributing at Least 3.5 Million More Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests for Massachusetts Residents

From: Town of Shrewsbury

December 14, 2022

Administration Also Distributing Free Personal Protective Equipment to Municipalities and Community Organizations The Baker-Polito Administration on Dec 13th, announced plans to distribute another… Read More

Dates Announced for Next Police Exam and Application Deadline:Cambridge Police Department to Host In-Person Recruiting Information Session on December 13, 2022

From: City Of Cambridge

December 8, 2022

Dates Announced for Next Police Exam and Application Deadline:Cambridge Police Department to Host In-Person Recruiting Information Session on December 13, 2022 Cambridge, Mass., -The deadline to… Read More