5 Can’t-Miss Events In Massachusetts In May, Including Mother's Day Brunches

It's hard not to find something to do in Massachusetts.

19 MA Hospitals Earn ‘A’ Grades In New Hospital Safety Ranking

The Leapfrog Group's Spring 2026 Hospital Safety Grades are a biannual ranking.

Low Number Lottery For Blue Massachusetts License Plate Attracts Nearly 50,000 Entries

The Registry of Motor Vehicles announced the low number lottery for the "MA 250" commemorative plate back in February.

Teacher Appreciation Week, National Nurses Week Deals And Discounts In Massachusetts

Educators and healthcare workers are being celebrated at the start of May with Teacher Appreciation Week and National Nurses Week.

Why Did Massachusetts Gas Prices Jump 31 Cents In One Week? Expert Says High Prices Could Last Until 2027.

"An oil trade disruption anywhere causes prices to rise everywhere," Professor Rocky Weitz, the Director of Maritime Studies at Tufts, said.

Pizza Hut Summer Reading Program 'Book It!' Is Back In Massachusetts

The program runs from June 1 through Aug. 31.

Major Clothing Retailer In Massachusetts Closing 150 U.S. Stores

The closings are among 1,400 stores expected to close in 2026.

Crash Into Woods Injures 5 + Small Plane Splashdown + Huge Scratch-Off Winner: MA Weekend

Plus: summer forecast calls for more hot days.

High-End Steakhouse Offering $2 Oysters, Lobster Roll Specials: MA Cheap Eats

A luxury steakhouse has unveiled a new raw bar menu, and it’s not as pricey as you might expect.

New Keno Scratch Ticket Coming To Massachusetts Lottery

This is the second time the Lottery has tried a Keno-themed instant ticket game; the last time was in 1996.

Adored Ice Cream Shop + Longtime Restaurant Chain Both Close For Good: MA Food Week

Plus, a brand-new food court has officially debuted in Massachusetts.

Decadent Steakhouse Debuts + MA Retailer Makes Comeback: Business News

Plus, see which schools in the Bay State will close after this year.

Chances Of Seeing 30 Meteors An Hour As Eta Aquariids Peak Over MA Skies

The potential to see fireballs, whose glowing trains can last for several seconds to minutes, makes it worth searching the skies.

Invasive Jumping Worms Spreading Across US, Including In MA

Find out about the "mustard test" for detecting the worms and how to control them if they are on your property.

Gas Prices In Massachusetts Rise Another 20 Cents In Past Week

Gas prices in Massachusetts continue to soar past the $4-a-gallon mark, jumping 20 cents in the past week.

How Generous Are Massachusetts Tippers? New Study Reveals

Tips at full-service restaurants began to level off in the second quarter of last year

Longtime Restaurant Chain Closes All MA Locations

The company that oversees the franchise-based chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this year.

El Niño Summer Forecast: How Hot And Stormy Will It Be In MA?

Despite a harsh winter and cool spring, conditions point to things heating up in the coming summer months across New England.

How Polluted Is The Air You're Breathing In MA? Use This Tool To Find Out

Massachusetts may not experience the air pollution of some other states, but there are reasons to be concerned about what we breathe here.

5 Events To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo In Massachusetts

Cinco de Mayo marks Mexico’s 1862 victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla.

$25K Interest Free For MA Homebuyers: See Who Is Eligible

Gov. Maura Healey announced the down-payment assistance program designed to make it easier to buy a house in the pricey Bay State.

‘Absolutely Terrifying’— Riders Walk Down Stalled Six Flags Coaster In MA: Report

A video originally shared on TikTok and provided to Newsflare shows guests walking down a steep staircase.

See Which Schools Will Close In MA After This Year

From private elementary schools to small colleges, several schools across Massachusetts are set to close after the current academic year.

MA State Senator's Bill Would Cap Grocery Self-Checkout Stations

The legislation would also limit the workload of an employee monitoring self-checkout stations.

Gas Prices In Massachusetts Reach $4 A Gallon Average For First Time Since 2022

A month ago, the price was $3.78.

Gov. Healey Touts Wind Energy In Trump Battle To Save MA Residents $1.4B

She said the activation of Vineyard Wind contracts may result in the savings of 11 percent for customers during the volatile winter months.

Walmart To Remodel 13 MA Stores: What Changes Are Coming Near You?

Walmart executives said the remodeling efforts are designed to "modernize the in-store and digital shopping experience."

This Cancer Rising Sharply Among MA Young People

Screening guidelines now recommend testing begin at age 45 for average-risk adults, though many younger patients fall below that threshold.

Mom Accused Of Killing Children + 2 Cold Cases Solved + Beloved Breakfast Chain Expands: MA Weekend

Plus: Plea entered by two young men accused of setting off an explosion at Harvard last fall.

AI Threatens Massachusetts Jobs The Most: Report

The Bay State is more at risk due to artificial intelligence than any other state in the country, Tufts University researchers found.

MA Eatery Serving Weeklong Cinco De Mayo Specials At All Locations: Cheap Eats

Festivities include themed daily events, discounted cocktails, complimentary food and chances to win big prizes.

Popular Retailer Plans MA Comeback After Closing All Stores

The national chain had been in business for 40 years before shutting all its stores in late 2024.

Beloved Breakfast Chain Expands + MA Food Hall Is Best In Nation: MA Food Week

Plus, eight Bay State brunch spots rank among the best in the country.

Iconic Pub To Close + Beloved Mall Retailer Downsizes: MA Business Week

Plus, see which Massachusetts companies are laying off hundreds of employees this week.

UMass Amherst Employee Charged With Killing Wife, Also UMass Amherst Employee

The wife was killed at the Hotel UMass Wednesday night, according to the District Attorney's Office.

Beloved Breakfast Chain Expands With 2 New MA Locations

Swampscott and Dedham openings are planned for sometime in the next year or so.

8 MA Restaurants Named Among Top 100 Brunch Spots In US

The rankings were organized by OpenTable.

MA Police Warn Parents Of Deadly 'Benadryl Challenge' Social Media Trend

Police urged parents to monitor their children's social media activity.

List Of Companies Planning Layoffs This Week Include These MA Businesses

Thousands of layoffs have been announced, and they include some by Massachusetts employers.

Iconic Mall Retailer Quietly Closing Dozens Of Stores: See MA Locations

The brand appears to be pivoting away from its legacy as a mall mainstay.