10 Beautiful Botanical Gardens in Massachusetts

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The Botanic Garden of Smith College, Northampton, MA

Located on the campus of Smith College, the Botanic Garden of Smith College includes a conservatory and greenhouses, affording visitors up close and personal views of native New England trees,…

Located on the campus of Smith College, the Botanic Garden of Smith College includes a conservatory…

The 9 Best Farmers Markets in Massachusetts!

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Northampton Farmers Market, Northampton, MA

Enjoy the best of local fruits and vegetables as well as home-grown honey and locally tapped maple syrup at the Northampton Farmers Market. Open on Saturdays from April through November, shoppers…

Enjoy the best of local fruits and vegetables as well as home-grown honey and locally tapped maple…

The 9 Best Bookstores in Massachusetts!

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Broadside Bookshop, Northampton, MA

If Broadside Bookshop doesn’t carry the book you want in their store, they’ll do everything possible to locate it for you. Their community involvement is heartwarming, and their…

If Broadside Bookshop doesn’t carry the book you want in their store, they’ll do…

The 10 Best Live Theater Venues in Massachusetts!

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Academy of Music Theatre, Northampton, MA

Housed in an historic venue, the Academy of Music Theatre has musicians on tap, in addition to their live theatre production. The theatre is small and sells out quickly, so grab your tickets as soon…

Housed in an historic venue, the Academy of Music Theatre has musicians on tap, in addition to…

10 Best Butchers in Massachusetts!

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Sutter Meats, Northampton, MA

Sutter Meats has a mission to bring back the good old days of the neighborhood butcher. They specialize in whole animal butchery, focusing on education and building a community around quality meats…

Sutter Meats has a mission to bring back the good old days of the neighborhood butcher. They…

The 7 Most Delicious Food Trucks in Massachusetts!

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Bistro Bus, Northampton, MA

Featuring Asian tacos, sesame noodles, and a grilled cheese with pulled pork, Bistro Bus serves up flavorful dishes you simply have to try. Parked in Northampton, check the website to find its…

Featuring Asian tacos, sesame noodles, and a grilled cheese with pulled pork, Bistro Bus serves up…

The 7 Best Sports Bars in Massachusetts!

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Platform Sports Bar, Northampton, MA

Located in an old train depot, Platform Sports Bar features a full menu and an extensive beer list. More than 20 TVs line the walls, so you never have to take your eyes off the game. Enjoy the deck…

Located in an old train depot, Platform Sports Bar features a full menu and an extensive beer list.…

The 8 Best Shoe Stores in Massachusetts!

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Strada, Northampton, MA

Featuring a nice array of European shoes for both men and women, Strada has been serving the Northampton region for 25 years. In addition to selling shoes, they repair them and treat leather,…

Featuring a nice array of European shoes for both men and women, Strada has been serving the…

The 9 Coolest (and Most Unique) Hotels in Massachusetts

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Starlight Llama Bed and Breakfast, Northampton, MA

For an off-the-grid lodging experience, consider a stay at the Starlight Llama Bed and Breakfast in Northampton. Solar power means you’ll be safe and warm. The home-cooked meals are said to be…

For an off-the-grid lodging experience, consider a stay at the Starlight Llama Bed and Breakfast in…

The 10 Best Parks in Massachusetts!

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Look Memorial Park, Florence, MA

Featuring more than 150 acres of picnic sites, pavilions, and more, Look Memorial Park in Florence is the perfect place to spend a weekend afternoon or a lazy weekday with your family and friends.…

Featuring more than 150 acres of picnic sites, pavilions, and more, Look Memorial Park in Florence…

The Botanic Garden of Smith College, Northampton, MA

Featured in 10 Beautiful Botanical Gardens in Massachusetts!

Located on the campus of Smith College, the Botanic Garden of Smith College includes a conservatory and greenhouses, affording visitors up close and personal views of native New England trees,… Read More

Broadside Bookshop, Northampton, MA

Featured in The 9 Best Bookstores in Massachusetts!

If Broadside Bookshop doesn’t carry the book you want in their store, they’ll do everything possible to locate it for you. Their community involvement is heartwarming, and their… Read More

Academy of Music Theatre, Northampton, MA

Featured in The 10 Best Live Theater Venues in Massachusetts!

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

Sutter Meats, Northampton, MA

Featured in 10 Best Butchers in Massachusetts!

Bistro Bus, Northampton, MA

Featured in The 7 Most Delicious Food Trucks in Massachusetts!

Featuring Asian tacos, sesame noodles, and a grilled cheese with pulled pork, Bistro Bus serves up flavorful dishes you simply have to try. Parked in Northampton, check the website to find its… Read More

Amherst Cinema, Amherst, MA

Featured in 10 Best Movie Theaters in Massachusetts!

Amherst Cinema is an exciting destination that proffers an array of entertainment options. Enjoy cinema screenings of independent, classic, and current films, plus theater, dance, and music… 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

IYA Sushi and Noodle Kitchen, South Hadley, MA

Featured in The 10 Best Sushi Restaurants in Massachusetts!

IYA Sushi and Noodle Kitchen offers high-quality food and excellent customer service. The restaurant is often busy, as people come for both takeout and dine-in meals. Attention to detail is evident… Read More

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The Wallflowers

8:00 PM

Academy of Music, Northampton, MA

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The Wallflowers

8:00 PM

Academy of Music Theatre - MA, Northampton, MA

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Margo Price and Brit Taylor

Academy of Music, Northampton, MA

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Billy Prine & The Prine Time Band and Scarlett Egan

8:00 PM

BOMBYX Center for Arts and Equity, Northampton, MA

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Margo Price

8:00 PM

Academy of Music Theatre - MA, Northampton, MA

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Joe Farnsworth

7:30 PM

Academy of Music, Northampton, MA

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Ashley Gavin

8:00 PM

Academy of Music Theatre - MA, Northampton, 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