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This Small-Town Massachusetts Steakhouse Keeps Locals Lining Up For More

Some restaurants make you drive past three perfectly good exits on the highway, and Gibbet Hill Grill in Groton, Massachusetts is absolutely one of them. Nobody’s complaining about the detour. Let’s start with the moment you pull into the parking lot, because that moment matters. The building in...

Groton, MA · 1d
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Worcester Telegram & Gazette

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At old O'Connor's, a menu of legal troubles and $82K in owed taxes | Exclusive

(Correction: an earlier version of this story incorrectly stated the status of the building.) WORCESTER – A mortgage lender is suing the owners of the now-shuttered O'Connor's Restaurant & Bar, alleging, among other complaints, that they owe thousands in taxes to the city and are not doing enough to attract a buyer. The lawsuit is one of two being litigated against Kyle and Dennis Maxwell, the operators of Carlow Clove Inc., which owns the closed eatery at 1160 West Boylston St. The father and son duo took over O'Connor's in 2022 from Brendan and Claire O'Connor, who had operated the restaurant for more than 30 years . The noted restaurant shut down unexpectedly in March , a week before St. Patrick's Day, due to a damage from a burst pipe, the Maxwells said on social media. Since then, the once-bustling building has sat empty while rumors have swirled about who might purchase the parcel. During a recent reporter visit, the restaurant appeared frozen in time, complete with signage advertising the week's specials. Only a portion of the black wooden sign that reads O'Connor's was out of place, having fallen and now resting against the entryway. "I've heard all sorts of

Worcester, MA · 3d

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The Charming Massachusetts Brewery Where Farm Animals And Ice Cream Create A Storybook Escape

There’s a place in Barre, Massachusetts where the beer is cold, the goats are nosy, and the ice cream is the perfect ending to an afternoon you didn’t know you needed. Stone Cow Brewery is the kind of storybook escape that makes central Massachusetts feel like the best-kept secret in New England.

Barre, MA · 9d
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Wandering through History…The Asnebumskit Trail

I wandered through history on the Asnebumskit trail in Holden Massachusetts the other day. This land is the ancestral territory of the Nipmuc people, who used Asnebumskit Hill as a lookout point and to mark family and tribal territories. This land was also hiked by Henry David Thoreau. Thoreau hiked...

Holden, MA · 7d
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Fried Chicken Fans Have 10 Massachusetts Restaurants To Put On Their List

Three seats. That is all one of my favorite fried chicken counters in Massachusetts has, and somehow that makes me want to eat there even more. The rest of the list gets just as interesting. One spot keeps spicy chicken sandwiches coming late into the evening, another pairs halal fried chicken with fresh waffles, and Nashville style hot chicken shows up tucked into sliders.

Massachusetts · 13h

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Granite steps, rushing water, zero effort: Massachusetts’ easiest waterfall wins every time

Lawrence Brook doesn’t waste any time. A short walk into a 46-acre preserve in Royalston, a small town in north-central Massachusetts, and the water is already moving, already loud, already doing what you came to see. Doane’s Falls runs a chain of cascades down a granite hillside, and the...

Royalston, MA · 1d

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Trade Thanksgiving cooking for dining out at Gardner area restaurants

Want the turkey and pie without spending Thanksgiving morning peeling potatoes and watching the oven? Restaurants around the Gardner area are offering another option this year, with Thanksgiving dinners ranging from expansive buffets to traditional sit-down meals. Turkey and stuffing are on the menu, of course, but diners can also find prime rib, seafood, lamb and plenty of desserts. Thanksgiving is Thursday, Nov. 26, and reservations are required at most restaurants. With families competing for popular lunch and dinner times, waiting until the last minute could mean fewer choices. If dining out sounds better than cooking and cleaning this Thanksgiving, here’s where to start making your plans now. The 1761 Old Mill The Old Mill will serve Thanksgiving dinner from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 26. The roast stuffed turkey dinner costs $47.99 for adults, $28.99 for children ages 6 to 11, and $18.99 for children ages 3 to 5. Additional entrée choices are New York sirloin or roast duck for $53.99, baked salmon for $52.99, and fried chickettes for $38.99. All entrées include cream of broccoli soup, tossed salad, pecan rolls and corn fritters, butternut squash, mashed potatoes, coffee, tea or decaf, and dessert. Cranberry sauce is

Gardner, MA · 1d

Worcester Telegram & Gazette

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New management at New England's only Lee's Sandwiches location

The Lee’s Sandwiches location at 68 Stafford St., Worcester, recently transitioned to new management just ahead of the busy holiday rush. Located in the Webster Square Plaza, the business is part of a growing number of casual eateries anchoring the area. The corporate-owned/operated store has introduced a new leadership team, led by acting manager Daniel Fuentes of Southbridge. Tracey Pham of Worcester and siblings were franchise owners who opened the quick-service restaurant at Webster Square Plaza in August 2025. Family members have stepped away to focus on their individual career ventures. Lee’s Sandwiches is a West Coast family-owned Vietnamese-American fast-casual chain famous for its banhi mi Vietnamese-style sandwiches. The Worcester store is currently the company’s only New England location. Fans of the signature sandwiches, house-made baquettes, croissants, all-day breakfast sandwiches, signature Lee’s iced coffees, appetizers, pastries, etc., can rest easy as Fuentes confirms they will remain. Customers also stand to benefit from a few price drops. A new express counter includes pre-packaged treats and to-go items like canned condensed milk. “It’s all about saving our customers time and fitting their needs,” said Fuentes. “Convenience.” The Vietnamese ice-coffee menu here is extremely popular, according to Fuentes. The store also serves brewed

Worcester, MA · 11h

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The Central Massachusetts Italian Restaurant Where One Family Has Been Cooking For Generations

The street outside this Italian restaurant is named after the family that runs it. That’s right, the family name is printed on the road sign. Their story started with a neighborhood grocery store back in 1910. Four generations later, the same family is still serving Southern Italian food. I...

Worcester, MA · 1d

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Ross Dress for Less Eyes Two More Massachusetts Locations

Ross Dress for Less is bringing its discount shopping experience to two more Massachusetts communities. According to The Connecticut Scoop, the off-price retailer is preparing to take over the former Best Buy Outlet space at Brockton‘s Westgate Mall, located at 200 Westgate Drive, as well as the former Bob’s Stores at Twin City Plaza, situated at 146 Whalon Street in Fitchburg, on the Leominster line. Construction on both locations is expected to begin in the spring, with grand openings tentatively planned for sometime in 2027.

Fitchburg, MA · 1d

Timeless Dishes

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Diner Timeline: A 1872 Wagon, an 1893 Patent and a 1906 Worcester Factory Built the American Counter

From Walter Scott's 1872 wagon to an 1893 patent and a 1906 Worcester factory, a dated timeline of how the American diner took shape. The post Diner Timeline: A 1872 Wagon, an 1893 Patent and a 1906 Worcester Factory Built the American Counter appeared first on Timeless Dishes .

Worcester, MA · 2d

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10 Massachusetts Indoor Activities That Make A Cozy Thanksgiving Weekend

Thousands of tropical butterflies flutter around a greenhouse in Massachusetts, kept at a steady 80 degrees all year. In late November. While the rest of us dig out our winter hats. That detail sold me on the idea of an indoor holiday weekend. Then I learned about a used bookstore...

Massachusetts · 22h

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Is Planet Fitness open in MA on Thanksgiving 2026? See hours

Gym buffs hoping to squeeze in a workout on Thanksgiving this year may find some Planet Fitness locations closed for the holiday. The membership-based gym chain, founded in New Hampshire in 1992, operates more than 2,900 fitness centers across all 50 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico and Australia. Massachusetts has 92 locations , including eight in Boston, three in Worcester, two in Springfield and one in Quincy, according to Planet Fitness' online gym locator. This year, Thanksgiving falls on Thursday, Nov. 26. Although many Planet Fitness locations are typically open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, some may have limited operating hours that day. Still, many members plan to make time for a workout during Thanksgiving week, according to a Planet Fitness spokesperson. The company surveyed more than 40,000 gym members, and found that 89% plan to work out the week of Nov. 26. Here's what to know about Planet Fitness Thanksgiving hours for Massachusetts in 2026. Is Planet Fitness open in MA on Thanksgiving Day 2026? Since each Planet Fitness gym is independently owned and operated, hours vary by location, according to a company spokesperson. For example, the gyms in Boston's Downtown Crossing

Massachusetts · 11h

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Winter in Wooville returns to Polar Park with Santa, holiday lights, mini golf

Looking for a festive family outing this holiday season? Polar Park is bringing back Winter in Wooville, turning the Worcester ballpark into a holiday wonderland packed with seasonal activities, entertainment and plenty of photo-worthy moments. The second annual event takes over Polar Park on back-to-back weekends, Dec. 11-13 and Dec....

Worcester, MA · 2d

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🦃 Thanksgiving Dinner in the Merrimack Valley

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to gather with family, enjoy delicious food, and make special memories. But let's face it—not everyone wants to spend the entire holiday cooking, cleaning, and washing dishes!. Whether you're hoping to enjoy a traditional turkey dinner at a restaurant, treat your family to a...

Salem, MA · 2d

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Northborough house registered by National Park Service as 'architecturally significant'

NORTHBOROUGH – The National Register of Historic Places recently listed its first private home in Northborough. A house located at 35 Whitney Street, built in 1822, is considered architecturally significant by the National Park Service. The house – known as the Daniel Holbrook Sr. House – is owned by...

Northborough, MA · 3d

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The Freshest Fish In Massachusetts Is Waiting For You At This One-Of-A-Kind Seafood Restaurant

Some restaurants make you drive an hour and feel every minute of it. Jake’s Seafood Restaurant in Hull, Massachusetts makes you wish the drive was longer so you could build up more anticipation. Hull is the kind of town that Massachusetts keeps tucked away like a secret it’s not...

Hull, MA · 6d

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Weymouth Neighborhood Favorite Pizzeria to Close Its Doors This Weekend

After 12 years of service, CeCe’s Pizza will close its Weymouth location in Massachusetts. The restaurant announced the closure on social media, confirming that November 14 will be its final day of business. CeCe’s Pizza Announces Closure. Located at 4 Union Street in Weymouth, CeCe’s Pizza is a...

Weymouth, MA · 3d

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Aggressive coyote attacks man doing yard work in Kingston

There's a warning for residents in Kingston, Massachusetts, after an aggressive coyote attacked and bit a man doing yard work in the middle of the day on Tuesday. Kingston Animal Control says the attack happened in a quiet neighborhood on Hillcrest Road while the man was leaf-blowing in his yard.

Kingston, MA · 1d

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People say dead rats are popping up more and more in this Boston neighborhood

Dead rats have been popping up around Boston's Brighton neighborhood, and they've become the talk of the town. Brighton residents say rats are nothing new but now more have been found dead on the sidewalk and around homes, and there's concern that rat poison could be playing a role. Deborah...

Boston, MA · 2d