Final MA Ballot Question Called As Suburbs Push For Rejection

Question 7 would have allowed single-family home development on street-facing lots as small as 5,000 square feet.

2 Massachusetts Restaurants Named Among Top 100 In America

OpenTable said it sifted through more than 11 million reviews from verified diners

First Snow Of Season? Cold Storm May Bring Flakes To MA This Week

Snow is possible for parts of the state late this week as an ocean storm brings a winter feel to the region.

Dramatic Parking Lot Fire + New Chick-Fil-A On The Way + Teen Accused Of Threatening Trump: MA Weekend

Here is a recap of the top stories in the state from the weekend.

Free Veterans Day Meals Across MA: Cheap Eats

Veterans and active-duty military members can find free burritos, burgers, breakfasts and other food deals across Massachusetts.

Bigger Tax Breaks, Child Tax Credits Coming In 2027: What MA Taxpayers Should Know

The changes include a $1,000 increase in the standard deduction for married couples filing jointly, a larger child tax credit, and more.

Beloved Chocolate Shop + Neighborhood Cafe Expands: MA Food Week

A chocolatier and popular cafe have expanded to new locations in Massachusetts to lead this week's food roundup.

New Vintage Store Opens + Popular Cafe Chain Makes MA Debut: Business Week

A Miami-based eatery is opening its first Massachusetts location, leading this week’s business roundup.

Polar Vortex About To Go 'Haywire': What That Means For Temps In MA

While very cold air could spill south, experts debate whether New England will be a target.

Giant Torpedo Ray Washes Up: Duxbury Beach Operations

The electric ray died before it could be rescued, the organization said.

Veterans Day 2026 Free Meals, Discounts And Deals In Massachusetts

Some promotions extend to military spouses and families, while others are reserved for veterans and active-duty service members.

Big-Name Concerts, Comedy, Broadway Shows Coming To Massachusetts In November

A Hannibal Buress show in Boston is also a featured event.

Torrential Rain, Flooding Across MA Brings End To Extended Dry Spell: See Latest Forecast

Nineteen straight days of dry weather will come to an end with some areas of the Bay State getting up to 3 inches of rain.

Ballot Question In Doubt As MA Democrats Sweep To Victories: 2026 Elections

While most candidate races were called early, a ballot question on single-family homes reversed course in the tallies overnight.

MA Voters Choose To Keep Pot Shops, Stricter Gun Controls, Party Primaries

This year's state ballot included a record-tying nine citizen voter initiatives.

Democrats Sweep MA Elections As Gov. Healey, Sen. Markey Win Big

The Associated Press projected Gov. Maura Healey and Sen. Ed Markey to win re-election shortly after polls closed at 8 p.m.

MA State Election 2026 Voter Guide: Ballot Questions, Candidates, Voting Hours

Massachusetts voters will be asked to weigh in on nine binding ballot initiatives on Tuesday.

Patient Steals Ambulance + Trick-Or-Treat Laxative Scare + Santa Soon To Arrive At Malls: MA Weekend

Here is a recap of the top stories in the state from the weekend.

Mom's Arrest Fuels New Debate On Leaving Kids Home Alone: See MA Laws

The question isn't just whether a child is old enough to spend an afternoon alone after school.

Discount Retailer Debuts New MA Store: Business Week

Hundreds of layoffs and a new discount retailer lead this week’s business roundup.

MA Pizzeria Named Among Best In U.S. + International Grocer Debuts: Food News

See which Bay State pizza shop was selected to represent Massachusetts on a new list of pizzerias across the country.

National Sandwich Day Deals Available Across MA: Cheap Eats

A day dedicated to all things sandwiches is coming up, with restaurants across the Bay State offering promotions to mark the occasion.

2026 MA Elections: Question 4 Would Allow Same-Day Voter Registration

If passed, voters would be able to register to vote at polling locations, as opposed to the current deadline of 10 days before an election.

Thanksgiving Travel Weather In MA: What The Farmers' Almanac Says

Check out what the weather may be like for holiday travel.

New Grocery Cost Study Has Some Good News For MA Shoppers

A new study compares grocery spending with household income in all 50 states.

Best Hospitals For Specialty Care In MA Named In New 2027 Rankings

More than two dozen hospitals in Massachusetts are among those recognized in new national rankings.

Should County Governments Be Abolished In Massachusetts?

Most of the duties of the county government are now overseen by the state.

70K Eastern MA Residents To Get Medical Debt Relief: See Whose Bills Might Get Erased

The nonprofit Atrius Health Equity Foundation said it is clearing $38 million in medical debt through the independent process.

As Many As 550 Massachusetts Layoffs By Year's End: State

Five Massachusetts companies filed WARN notices regarding layoffs through the end of the year.

Daylight Saving Time Ends: When Does The Sun Set Sunday In MA?

As daylight hours dwindle, Massachusetts residents will adjust their clocks soon.

Halloween Forecast: What's In Store For Trick-Or-Treaters Across MA

Will the little ones have to bundle up during their holiday candy strolls on Saturday night?

This Is Massachusetts' Favorite Halloween Candy, According To Instacart Orders

A new Halloween Sweet Tooth Report from Instacart reveals America's favorite Halloween treats

8 Historic MA Cemeteries Worth Exploring This Halloween

From centuries-old gravestones to the final resting places of famous figures, these Bay State cemeteries offer a glimpse into the past.

Large Lottery Prize Sold + 2 Charged In Cooking Oil Thefts + Fire Damages Multiple Homes: MA Weekend

Here is a recap of the top stories in the state from the weekend.

Freeze Threat Hits MA Amid Dry, Sunny, Mostly Mild Stretch Through Halloween: See Latest Forecast

The coldest temperatures of the season are in store for some on one night this week, but rain stays away through the weekend.

MA Pizza Chain Offers $10 Pizza In Honor Of Patriots QB Drake Maye: Cheap Eats

New England Patriots fans who love pizza have a reason to celebrate.

2026 MA Elections: Question 7 Would Implement State Minimums For Housing Construction

The proposal would allow, by right, the construction of single-family homes on any lot of 5,000 square feet with municipal utilities.

All-You-Can-Eat Steakhouse Debuts + New Taproom Coming: MA Food Week

A brand-new steakhouse is opening soon, leading this week's food-and-restaurant roundup.

Large MA Furniture Store To Shutter + Amazon Adding Thousands Of Workers: Business Week

A favorite furniture and mattress store is preparing to close its doors, leading this week’s business roundup.

Airbnb Announces New Rules That Limit Checkout Chores: What MA Travelers Need To Know

The vacation rental platform’s new policy limits requests for chores that take substantial time or typically handled by cleaning staff.