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Massachusetts flooding traps cars as roads go underwater

Flooding swept through southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod and parts of Rhode Island on Friday, Nov. 6, after two weather systems dumped as much as 7 inches of rain. As of early today, West Wareham had the highest reported total at 7.12 inches, according to The Boston Globe. Flash flooding shut down many roads Friday night in New Bedford and Acushnet.

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8 Holiday Markets And Shops In Massachusetts That Will Put You In The Christmas Spirit Instantly

Who knew a candle company could have its own Bavarian Christmas Village tucked inside a shopping destination? I learned that, and I instantly wanted a field trip. That’s only one stop on this list. A few shops here sell ornaments all year long, even in July. One barn makes...

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Experts discuss local Massachusetts election results, ballot questions

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Massachusetts council opens food pantry for families its senior program couldn't serve

A Massachusetts neighborhood council opened a food pantry after restrictions on its senior food program forced it to turn away others seeking help. Families in Springfield's Indian Orchard neighborhood can turn to the pantry for groceries as food prices remain high. Here's what to know. The Indian Orchard Citizens Council...

Springfield, MA · 11h
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Do Massachusetts Laws Require Holding a Stray Cat Before You Can Keep It?

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Stray cat laws in Massachusetts are less strict than most people assume, and that works in your favor if you are trying to help a cat. The state sets a seven-day holding period for stray dogs, but its animal control placement guidance says there is no required holding period for cats. What you can and … This article, Do Massachusetts Laws Require Holding a Stray Cat Before You Can Keep It? , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • 16 Asian Cat Breeds With Distinct Looks and Personalities • Do You Have to Report a Stray Cat in Idaho Before Keeping It? • Can You Keep a Stray Cat You Find in Alabama?

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MassLive.com

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Central Mass. teachers call for return to bargaining table after no-confidence vote

Members and supporters of the Bay Path Teachers Association (BPTA) continue to press the Southern Worcester County Regional Vocational District School Committee, and Bay Path Superintendent-Director Kyle Brenner, about resuming negotiations for a new contract. During the School Committee meeting on Nov. 2 in Charlton, several speakers — including BPTA...

Worcester County, MA · 3d

The Financial Wire

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Massachusetts voters rejected Question 5, which would have changed the state revenue cap to allow more frequent taxpayer rebates, after the AP called the race on Nov. 5

Massachusetts voters turned down Question 5, the ballot measure that would have changed the state’s revenue cap so taxpayer rebates came more often. The Associated Press called the race for “no” on Thursday, Nov. 5, with 52.28% of the vote against and 47.72% for, according to unofficial returns with 99% of expected votes counted. The... The post Massachusetts voters rejected Question 5, which would have changed the state revenue cap to allow more frequent taxpayer rebates, after the AP called the race on Nov. 5 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Massachusetts · 2d

The Tonic Edit

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Massachusetts Gas and Electric Companies Can't Shut Off Heat From Nov. 15 to March 15 for Households That Can't Pay and Earn Up to $103,049 for a Family of Four

From Nov. 15 through March 15, Massachusetts gas and electric companies can't shut off heat for households that can't pay because of financial hardship and earn under the HEAP income limit.

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Winter Overnight Parking Bans Start In Massachusetts Cities And Towns

Winter Overnight Parking Bans Start In Massachusetts Cities And Towns

Woburn, MA · 8h

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The Oldest Outdoor Flea Market In Massachusetts Feels Like A Real-Life Treasure Hunt Adventure

There’s a small town in Massachusetts where the past shows up in person, sets up a tent, and dares you to walk away empty-handed. That town is Brimfield, and the Brimfield Antique Flea Markets are the kind of experience that turns perfectly reasonable people into obsessive treasure hunters who cancel weekend plans months in advance.

Massachusetts · 1d

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Prohibition ‘up in smoke’ as voters reject Question 8

The Bay State has kept marijuana legal, with more than 75% of voters voting no on Question 8. This follows a months-long prohibition campaign backed by out-of-state donors seeking to overturn the 2016 effort to legalize recreational marijuana use. Pro-cannabis organizers and budtenders across the state have sounded the alarm...

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9 Bathroom Habits in Massachusetts That Could Make Other Americans Uncomfortable

A Massachusetts trip can involve a busy city restroom, a beach bathhouse, and a shared cottage bathroom within the same weekend. The awkward moments usually come from people bringing one set of expectations into a different kind of space. These nine habits are situations to handle thoughtfully while traveling in...

Massachusetts · 5d

The Financial Wire

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Disabled veterans in Minnesota, Ohio, New York, Idaho and Massachusetts face property tax exemption deadlines running from Dec. 31, 2026 to April 15, 2027

Veterans with a high VA disability rating have a string of property tax filing dates between now and mid-April, and the earliest is Dec. 31 in Minnesota and Ohio. New York’s Town of Hurley opens a window through March 1, Boston closes its veterans exemption on April 1, and Idaho takes applications for a cut... The post Disabled veterans in Minnesota, Ohio, New York, Idaho and Massachusetts face property tax exemption deadlines running from Dec. 31, 2026 to April 15, 2027 appeared first on The Financial Wire .

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Changing Water Levels Can Reveal The Lost Roads Beneath This Massachusetts Lake

Four entire towns were cleared and then covered by water, and their old roads still show up when the water drops. Yes, real roads with real stone walls beside them. The last residents had to leave by April 1, 1938. Weeks later, the towns officially stopped existing. Then the valley...

Massachusetts · 1d

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HEAP expansion helps middle-class families with heating bills in Massachusetts

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Eligible homeowners and renters in Massachusetts can receive up to nearly $1,500 to help pay heating bills through the state’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) as temperatures drop. The program provides financial relief to qualifying households facing high energy costs during the heating season.

Massachusetts · 3h

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Massachusetts Requires No Proof That a Late-Term Abortion Is Necessary

Governor Maura Healey signed an emergency preamble to protect the expanded abortion law while pro-life groups prepare a 2028 ballot campaign to repeal i

Massachusetts · 14h

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Seniors Trying To Downsize In Central Massachusetts Are Fighting Younger Buyers For Scarce Starter Homes While 10,000 Elderly Applicants Wait Years For Housing

Plenty of older homeowners dream of trading a big house for something smaller, simpler and easier on the budget. In Central Massachusetts, though, they are running into a problem: so […]

Worcester, MA · 8h

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Nearly 200,000 Massachusetts residents have lost SNAP benefits with exemptions for veterans, homeless, foster youth eliminated

An estimated 160,000 to 196,000 Massachusetts residents have lost Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits since mid-to-late 2025, driven largely by new federal eligibility rules and administrative challenges at the state level. State data and advocacy organizations show SNAP participation has dropped by roughly 15 to 17 percent. MassLive reported about...

Massachusetts · 21h

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The 10 Coziest Massachusetts Small Towns Where Neighbors Still Feel Like Family

One Massachusetts town has its own local currency. Another turned an old trolley bridge into a garden so beloved that volunteers still help keep it blooming. Details like that are exactly why small towns can pull me off the highway. These places are not trying to manufacture charm. It shows...

Massachusetts · 1d

The Cool Down

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Hourlong pediatrician trips cut into work and school for Massachusetts families

"I probably go to the doctor less than I would if I had a pediatrician who was on the Outer Cape."

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