Preserving Our Past: MA's Best Historical Societies

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Beverly Historical Society, Beverly, MA

Featuring school programs, several events each year and revolving exhibits, the Beverly Historical Society is a wealth of resources. They even sponsor a local trail and a brochure for an historical…

Featuring school programs, several events each year and revolving exhibits, the Beverly Historical…

10 Best Salad Bars in Massachusetts

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The Beverly Depot, Beverly, MA

Located in an old train depot, the Beverly Depot has one of the best salad bars in the state. Choose from countless offerings, locally sourced when available. Whether you enjoy it as a meal or as an…

Located in an old train depot, the Beverly Depot has one of the best salad bars in the state.…

The 7 Best Seafood Restaurants in Massachusetts!

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Essex Seafood, Essex, MA

Essex Seafood dishes up the most amazing fried clams, fresh lobster and more. Enjoy your lunch, then shop in their market for the fresh catch of the day.

Essex Seafood dishes up the most amazing fried clams, fresh lobster and more. Enjoy your lunch,…

The 14 Best Pubs in Massachusetts!

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Anchor Pub & Grille, Beverly, MA

In addition to great food and drinks, Anchor Pub & Grille has pool tables and dart boards, ensuring you have fun while going out for food and/or drinks. Featuring cocktails, beer and wine, the…

In addition to great food and drinks, Anchor Pub & Grille has pool tables and dart boards,…

The Best Chocolate Shops in Massachusetts!

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Prides Crossing Confections, Prides Crossing, MA

You’ll be hooked on the artisanal small batch chocolates at Prides Crossing Confections. They’ve been hand made for 30 years. Their turtles and bark are local favorites. …

You’ll be hooked on the artisanal small batch chocolates at Prides Crossing Confections.…

15 Amazing Family Attractions in Massachusetts

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Cape Ann Whale Watch, Gloucester, MA

Treat your family to the ultimate nature experience, by taking them on a Cape Ann Whale Watch. Featuring a furnished and heated cabin, the Hurricane II is the largest and most family-friendly whale…

Treat your family to the ultimate nature experience, by taking them on a Cape Ann Whale Watch.…

Best Skate Shops in Massachusetts

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Hemoglobin Boarding Co., Gloucester, MA

Don’t be deterred by the name. No one will ask for your blood! Instead, Hemoglobin Boarding Co.’s underlying theme is that skateboarding is “in your blood.” Check them out and…

Don’t be deterred by the name. No one will ask for your blood! Instead, Hemoglobin Boarding…

10 Best Art Classes in Massachusetts

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Northeast Art Workshops, Gloucester, MA

Take part in an art class, workshop or retreat at Northeast Art Workshops. Whether you consider yourself an artist or simply enjoy art as a hobby, there’s a class or workshop for you. Choose…

Take part in an art class, workshop or retreat at Northeast Art Workshops. Whether you consider…

10 Best Waterfront Restaurants in Massachusetts

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Seaport Grille, Gloucester, MA

Enjoy casual waterfront dining at Seaport Grille. 2017’s winner of “Best Year-Round Fried Clams,” the meal is fresh and tasty and definitely a local favorite. Don’t worry if…

Enjoy casual waterfront dining at Seaport Grille. 2017’s winner of “Best Year-Round…

15 Best Picnic Spots in Massachusetts

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Singing Beach, Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA

The sand “sings” at Singing Beach, in the town that now has a film named after it. Even though non-residents must park about a half-mile away, it’s worth the walk to enjoy your…

The sand “sings” at Singing Beach, in the town that now has a film named after it. Even…

Deb’s Pilgrim Salem Diner, Salem, MA

Featured in 10 Best Hidden Gem Restaurants in Massachusetts

Locals say you’ll enjoy the best breakfast in town at Deb’s Pilgrim Salem Diner—known better these days as just “Deb’s.” The customer service is right up there… Read More

Northeast Animal Shelter, Salem, MA

Featured in The 9 Best Animal Shelters in Massachusetts!

Working in conjunction with Saving Homeless Pets Across America, Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem takes in pets that rescuers in different parts of the country bring to Massachusetts. Their work… Read More

North House of Pizza, Salem, MA

Featured in Best Pizza in Massachusetts: Our 9 Favorites!

Making their pizzas with both sweet and traditional sauce, North House of Pizza features daily and weekly specials. Featuring both wheat and traditional dough pizzas, you’ll eat hearty for… Read More

The Beverly Depot, Beverly, MA

Featured in 10 Best Salad Bars in Massachusetts

Mercy Tavern, Salem, MA

Featured in 10 Best Burger Joints in Massachusetts

A great burger is always better with the right beer, and nowhere can master the burger-beer combo like a gastropub. Mercy Tavern has a great selection of delicious eats, but their burger is… Read More

Mass Audubon’s Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield, MA

Featured in The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Massachusetts!

Offering hikers 12 miles of hiking trails, comprised of meadows, forests, esker, drumlin and wetlands, Mass Audubon’s Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Topsfield is also a birder’s… Read More

Get spooky in Salem

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

Around Halloween, the home of the notorious 1692 witch trials does a booming business in ghost walks, witch history and many otherworldly activities. Bring your broomstick.

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Salem Celebrates the Fourth, Salem, MA

Featured in The Perfect Fourth of July in Massachusetts

Located downtown, Salem Celebrates the Fourth includes live music and lots of family-friendly fun for both adults and children. It culminates in the evening with an elaborate firework… Read More

Festival of the Dead, Salem, MA

Featured in The 10 Best Festivals in Massachusetts!

Appropriately located in Salem, where most everything is witch and warlock-related, the Festival of the Dead takes place from Oct. 1 to Nov. 1 each year. The event includes a vampire’s… Read More

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Farms Prides Fourth of July

Beverly, MA

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Manchester-Essex Rotary Red, White and Blue Pancake Breakfast

7:30 AM

Manchester, MA

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Salem Celebrates the Fourth

4:00 PM

Salem Maritime National Historic Site, Salem, MA

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Farms Prides Fourth of July - Family Picnic

5:00 PM

Beverly, MA

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Manchester's Fourth of July Celebration - Concert and Fireworks

7:00 PM

Manchester, MA

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Fireworks Cruise

7:30 PM

The Gloucester Adventure, Gloucester, MA

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3rd of July Parade After Party

8:00 PM

Minglewood Tavern, Gloucester, MA

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Town Of Manchester- By-The-Sea News - June 23, 2022

From: Town Of Manchester- By-The-Sea

June 24, 2022

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Town Of Manchester- By-The-Sea : The Tide Weekly Update - June 23, 2022

From: Town Of Manchester- By-The-Sea

June 24, 2022

Click Here to view the Town Of Manchester- By-The-Sea : The Tide Weekly Update - June 23,… Read More

Transit is Essential Statement on House Exclusion of Low-Income Fares Amendment

June 24, 2022

BOSTON, MA – “It is disappointing that the House chose to exclude from the final transportation bond bill a low-income fare program that would help thousands who are struggling with the… Read More

Join Environmental Champions in Support of Chris Dempsey on June29, 2022!

June 23, 2022

We Need An Environmental Leader in the State Auditor's Office I am thrilled to be supporting Chris Dempsey for State Auditor, he is the exact type of climate focused candidate we need in the… Read More

New Alert Baker-Polito Administration Announces Children 6 Months to 4 years are Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccines

From: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker

June 22, 2022

Following recommendations from the US Centers for Disease Control Prevention (CDC), the Baker-Polito Administration announced that Massachusetts children 6 months to 4 years old are now eligible to… Read More

Baker-Polito Administration Announces Children Ages 6 Months to 4 years Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccinations

From: Town of Grafton

June 21, 2022

Following recommendations from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Baker-Polito Administration announced that Massachusetts children ages 6 months to 4 years old are now… Read More

Town Of Manchester- By-The-Sea : The Tide Weekly Update - June 16, 2022

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June 20, 2022

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Transit is Essential Statement on MBTA Service Cuts as a Result ofFTA Safety Directives

June 17, 2022

BOSTON, MA -- “MBTA Orange, Red and Blue Line service cuts are disappointing but not surprising to the riders, advocates, and employers who for years have been calling on state leaders to fully… Read More

Town Of Manchester- By-The-Sea News : Hazardous Waste Day

From: Town Of Manchester- By-The-Sea

June 15, 2022

The Board of Health will be holding a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Wednesday, June 22. This year’s collection will have a new vendor, fee schedule and location. This new program… Read More

Dempsey for State Auditor Campaign Announces Two New Staff Additions

From: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker

June 14, 2022

Boston, MA - On June 13th, Chris Dempsey announced that Matthew Gifford and Mike Cusher will be joining his campaign for State Auditor. Matthew Gifford has been hired as Field Director for the… Read More

Baker-Polito Administration Distributing Over 2 Million At-Home COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Tests for Massachusetts Residents

From: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker

June 14, 2022

The Baker-Polito Administration continues to increase the availability of free COVID-19 tests and this week will begin distributing over 2 million rapid tests for municipalities to provide to their… Read More

Town Of Manchester- By-The-Sea : The Tide Weekly Update - June 10, 2022

From: Town Of Manchester- By-The-Sea

June 13, 2022

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Town Of Manchester- By-The-Sea News : Come Join the Parade

From: Town Of Manchester- By-The-Sea

June 9, 2022

The Manchester Fourth of July Parade is back! The parade committee is seeking floats, groups, antique cars and more! The July 4th Parade is on Monday, July 4 at 10 AM. Floats and groups report… Read More

Lt. Governor Polito, Secretary Kennealy, and Secretary Card Tour Malden Center

From: Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker

June 9, 2022

The transformation of Malden Center has been driven largely by the City Hall redevelopment plan which took perseverance, outside the box thinking and multiple partners. This week the City had the… Read More