3m readThe best apple picking in New England.
21 orchards across all six states, from cider stops to pick-your-own farms the kids will love.
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2m read7 things to do with kids in New England this winter.
Sledding, skating, tubing, seals, and maple sugar. Winter outings that beat cabin fever.
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5 min readMassachusetts is the 'most educated' state. Are its schools actually easy? What the numbers show
The MCAS graduation test is gone and scores are falling while diplomas hold steady. But Massachusetts still leads the nation and sets one of the toughest proficiency bars.
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4 min readThe 10 Best Things to Do in Camden, Maine
Mount Battie views, windjammer sails, a historic harbor amphitheatre, toboggan races, and Christmas by the Sea. Here's how to spend a day or a weekend in Camden.
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4 min readBoston's housing market this fall: $900,000 homes, cooling condos and 7% mortgages
Greater Boston single-family prices hit a $900,000 median in September while condo sales fell nearly 10%. Here is what rates, inventory and rents mean for buyers, sellers and renters.
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2 min readUnion Square Donuts in Hingham: Derby Street location, hours and a November 5 giveaway
The brand’s first South Shore shop is open at Derby Street Shops. Here is where to find it, the listed hours and the first-50-customer offer planned for November 5.
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3 min readBraintree’s 752-apartment Armstrong project: where it stands and when housing could arrive
The former factory property at 10 Plain Street has a site-plan approval for 752 apartments, including 76 below-market units. A confirmed construction start and leasing date remain outstanding.
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3 min readGreenbush and Kingston Line changes in November 2026: what South Shore commuters need to know
Braintree transfers are planned for November 6 and 9, with a separate Red Line disruption November 20 to 22. Here are the dates, alternatives and one schedule detail to double-check.
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3 min readWhy Boston could be hit harder than almost anywhere by AI job losses
Massachusetts ranks as the most AI-exposed state in the country, and Greater Boston sits at the center of it. Here is what the research actually says, and what it does not.
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4 min readStockbridge, MA, at Christmas 2026: Dates, Tickets and What to Do
Stockbridge's Main Street at Christmas returns December 5 and 6. Here's when to see the Rockwell-inspired scene, how to get tickets, and what to know about nearby Winterlights.
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7 min readA Boston Neighborhood Guide: 12 Neighborhoods and What Each Does Best
Where to walk, eat, and wander in Boston, from the North End's pastry shops to Jamaica Plain's pond loop and Dorchester's Vietnamese food.
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6 min readThe 15 Best Thrift Stores in New England, State by State
From Cambridge's Garment District to a converted chicken barn in Maine, here are 15 secondhand shops across all six states worth the drive.
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3 min readMass General Brigham's latest layoffs reach clinical programs. Here's what we know.
The hospital system has not disclosed a job-cut total. New reporting details a smaller Home Hospital program and changes affecting some Mass Eye and Ear pediatricians.
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5 min readThe 10 Boston jobs most at risk from AI over the next 5 years
No study can tell you exactly which Boston jobs AI will eliminate by 2031. But federal projections, major economic studies and what's already happening at local companies point clearly at the same occupations.
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4 min readBoston's best financial advisors, ranked: 9 firms to know in 2026
Boston is one of America's wealth management capitals. We compared the 2026 rankings from SmartAsset, Barron's and Forbes to find the firms that keep showing up, and what those lists actually measure.
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4 min readMaura Healey vs. Mike Minogue: Where They Stand in Massachusetts' Governor's Race
Healey is defending her record. Minogue is promising a reset. Here is how they differ on housing, taxes, energy, immigration, and accountability ahead of the November 3 election.
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7 min readLiberal Arts Colleges in New England: 14 Schools Worth a Closer Look
From Williams and Amherst to Bowdoin and Middlebury, a six-state guide to campus settings, academic differences and what families should check before applying.
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4m readMIT's 4,600-camera campus: safety system or Big Brother?
MIT's expanding camera network has drawn privacy protests. The university says it has paused AI exploration and does not use facial recognition or record audio.
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4m readDoes Yale have the worst Ivy League location? New Haven's trade-offs, explained
Yale's city setting can feel less idyllic than Princeton or Dartmouth and less exciting than Manhattan. But New Haven's museums, food and rail connections complicate the verdict.
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2m readMichelle Wu is exploring congestion pricing for Boston. No toll plan is on the table yet.
Boston officials are planning a New York fact-finding trip as Wu weighs traffic relief and transit funding. A Boston charging zone, price and start date have not been announced.
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4 min readWhy Kennebunkport Is One of America's Top Christmas Destinations
The coastal Maine town earned another national travel spotlight this month. Its 45th Christmas Prelude runs December 3 to 13, 2026, with tree lightings, a family street festival, and Santa arriving by lobster boat.
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5 min readWinter in Maine: what it's really like, and how to make the most of it
Portland averages about 62 inches of snow a season and the north gets far more. What forecasters expect for 2026 to 2027, and the best ways to enjoy a Maine winter.
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1 min readPolice presence increased at Fitchburg High after overheard threat; student faces charges
Fitchburg police stepped up their presence at the high school Thursday after a student reported overhearing a nonspecific threat, capping a week with two separate incidents.
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1m readBody found near New England Aquarium; police say foul play does not appear involved
Officers responded to Long Wharf shortly before 7 a.m. on October 13. Detectives were investigating, and the reports reviewed did not identify the person or establish a cause of death.
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7 min read7 New England employers with tough online employee reviews
UNFI, Wayfair, CVS and four other regional employers face critical employee feedback. Here is what the review scores say, what reviewers praise, and why this is not a definitive worst-employer ranking.
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6 min readThe 9 Best Christmas Towns in New England for 2026
Kennebunkport, Woodstock, Stockbridge, Newport and five more, with confirmed 2026 dates, ticket prices and parking tips for each.
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5 min readThe biggest New England layoffs this fall, from HubSpot to Dartmouth Health
HubSpot, Sanofi, Dartmouth Health, UVM Health and others have announced job cuts since August. Here is who is cutting, how many, and why.
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6 min readNew England's Scariest Houses: 8 Places With Chilling Stories
A murder house in Fall River, a Victorian mansion in Gardner, and eerie historic homes across all six states. Here is the history, the folklore, and what to know before visiting.
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6 min readThe 10 Greatest Boston Sports Athletes of All Time, Ranked
Bill Russell or Tom Brady? Our all-time ranking weighs Boston achievements, peak dominance and lasting impact across the Celtics, Patriots, Red Sox and Bruins.
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3 min readKick streamer OnyxDenji beaten during Brockton livestream after alleged racial slur
Video from an Oct. 14 IRL stream appears to show the streamer assaulted and his phone taken after a fried-chicken "giveaway" turned into a confrontation. No police statement or arrest has been reported.
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4 min readHow to get to Salem from Boston for Halloween 2026
Salem expects more than a million visitors this October, and Halloween falls on a Saturday. Here is the fastest, cheapest and least stressful way to get there, from the 30-minute train to the ferry and the parking plan that actually works.
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3 min readLogan's first permanent remote terminal is coming to Braintree. Here's how it will work
Massport broke ground Oct. 13 on a Braintree terminal where South Shore travelers will check bags and clear TSA before a secure bus to their Logan gate. Target: about 2028.
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4 min readDebra Melo cold case draws new attention, 26 years after the Taunton mother vanished
A new Dateline feature has put the 2000 disappearance of Debra Melo, last reported seen on Route 18 in Weymouth, back in the spotlight. Her family says they are not giving up.
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4 min readThe fight over Duxbury's Powder Point Bridge: replace it or save the wood
MassDOT wants a $172 million concrete and steel replacement. Residents say the wooden span to Duxbury Beach can be saved for $20 million. The Selectboard takes it up again October 19.
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4 min readThe 7 Best Restaurants in Cohasset, Massachusetts
From a 1704 tavern with five fireplaces to a harborside seafood spot that just reopened, here is where to eat in Cohasset right now.
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2 min readPayton Pritchard signs two-year, $44.2 million extension with the Celtics
The former Sixth Man of the Year cashes in after a career season, with a mutual option that could keep him in Boston through 2030.
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3 min readThe Sports Bra is coming to downtown Boston, with women's sports taking center stage
The women's sports bar has secured the former Tiki Rock space at 2 Broad Street and is preparing for a fall 2026 opening. An exact opening date has not been announced.
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4 min readThe Best Public High Schools on the South Shore, Ranked
Cohasset leads, Hingham follows, and Duxbury and Norwell sit side by side. Here is how South Shore high schools rank, and what the numbers miss.
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7 min read11 Famous Movie Filming Locations in New England Worth Visiting
From Jaws on Martha’s Vineyard to Beetlejuice in Vermont, explore famous filming locations across all six states, with the real places and access cautions explained.
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4 min readReal Housewives of Rhode Island update: Season 2, Liz McGraw’s exit and shifting friendships
Bravo has renewed the Ocean State series. Here is what is confirmed about Season 2, Liz McGraw’s departure and the cast’s latest October comments.
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5 read8 Hidden Gem Restaurants in Boston Locals Don't Want You to Find
A secret sushi counter inside a tiki bar, a cash-only pizza window that sells out by 2, and six more under-the-radar Boston spots worth seeking out.
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4 min readTwo 40B projects could bring 160 homes to Duxbury, and the town is pushing back
Developers have proposed 100 homes at the former Miramar Retreat Center and 60 rental townhomes near the Pembroke line. Duxbury, below the state's 10% affordable threshold, is weighing a countermove: buying the Miramar property outright.
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2 min readWoman killed in officer-involved shooting in Bath, NH, after Route 112 pursuit
Jeanne A. Seto, 36, died after being shot during an encounter with police following a pursuit that ended with a spike strip in Bath, according to the Attorney General's office. The investigation is ongoing.
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6 min readWhat’s Changing in Jackson Square, Weymouth: Housing, Roads and Historic Buildings
A 42-apartment first phase is underway as Jackson Square prepares for more housing, commercial space and public infrastructure work. Here is what is confirmed, what is planned and what remains unresolved.
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5 readThe Best Sunrise and Sunset Spots in New England
From the first light in America on the Maine coast to sunsets over Lake Champlain, here are 10 places across all six states worth setting an alarm (or staying out late) for.
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4 min readThe 7 Best North Shore Roast Beef Spots
Rare beef, an onion roll, and the famous three-way. Here is where to find the North Shore's most iconic sandwich, from Revere Beach to North Andover.
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3 min readThe 7 Best Financial Companies to Work for in Boston
From a Seaport insurance giant with a four-day week to a downtown fintech on a hiring run, these are the Boston-area finance employers with the awards and benefits to back up the hype.
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4 min read7 Must-Do Things When Visiting Salem, Massachusetts
Art, waterfront walks, literary history, and a thoughtful look at 1692. Seven Salem stops worth your time, plus advice for families and October visitors.
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2 min readThe Mad Hatter closes in Weymouth after 14 years
The Irish-inspired restaurant served its last meals August 29, ending a run that began in a small Main Street cafe in 2012.
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4 min readThe 5 Best Breakfast Spots in Portland, Maine
From a wharfside diner that opens before dawn to the biscuit sandwich that sells out by 10:30, here is where Portland actually eats breakfast.
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5 min read10 of the best Boston neighborhoods for Halloween trick-or-treating
From Beacon Hill's decorated stoops to neighborhood routes in Roslindale and West Roxbury, here's where to plan a Boston Halloween outing, plus a kid-friendly section for smaller children and families who want fewer scares.
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3 min readThe Vermont manufacturer behind Native and other big skincare brands
Twincraft makes deodorant, soap, and skincare for other companies. Vermont reporting has named Native, Estée Lauder, and Drunk Elephant among its customers.
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5 min readThe best bar pizza on the South Shore, and the 6 that came close
One 10-inch pan, a laced cheddar edge, and a rivalry bigger than the Sox and Yankees. We crowned a winner and named the six spots right behind it.
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4 min readThe highest and lowest earning towns in Massachusetts, ranked
Census data shows a staggering gap: in several MetroWest suburbs the typical household earns more than $250,000, while in Ware, North Adams, and Adams the typical household earns under $50,000.
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4 min readMother and 2-year-old stabbed in South Providence; suspect faces attempted murder charges
A woman and her toddler daughter were stabbed Wednesday afternoon near Broad and Public streets. Police say Nelson Blanco, 46, was arrested nearby and faces charges including assault with intent to commit murder.
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5 min readTop 8 things to do in Woodstock, Vermont
Covered bridges, farm visits, forest walks and a night at the theater, plus two nearby outings worth planning around the season.
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4 min readThe best colleges in New England, ranked
MIT just took the No. 1 spot in the country for the first time ever, and New England schools swept the top of the liberal arts list. Here is where every region school landed in the 2027 U.S. News rankings.
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4 min readThe 5 safest states in 2026 are all in New England
Vermont, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Connecticut top the 2026 safest-states rankings, according to WalletHub and FBI crime data.
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2 min readHubSpot to lay off 660 employees as Cambridge company reorganizes around AI
The Cambridge software company is cutting about 7% of its workforce. CEO Yamini Rangan says the move is about organization, not AI replacing workers.
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1 min readActon teen arraigned as prosecutors outline new allegations in family deaths
A 17-year-old appeared in Middlesex Superior Court on first-degree murder charges tied to the August deaths of his mother and younger brother.
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5 min read10 South Shore real estate agents and teams to know
Buying or selling south of Boston? Start with these 10 local agents and teams, from Quincy and Hingham to Scituate and Duxbury.
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