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We Are Berkshires

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Not One Single Massachusetts City Placed In The Top 100 For Rent Affordability

WalletHub published a study that looks at the most affordable cities when it comes to paying rent, and the results might surprise you.

Massachusetts · 2d

theworcesterguardian.org

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Worcester opens $7.4 million funding round for housing, parks and historic preservation

Got an idea for saving a historic Worcester building, improving a neighborhood park or expanding housing opportunities? The city has more than $7.4 million available for projects that could help make those plans a reality. Worcester’s Community Preservation Committee has opened its fall 2026 funding round, inviting applications for projects...

Worcester, MA · 2d
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The Independent

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Sheriffs across Massachusetts have requested $241 million to repair and renovate their jails

Jail Funding Massachusetts ASSOCIATED PRESS Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux is seeking $27 million in state funding to renovate the Dartmouth House of Correction, so he can close the 148-year-old Ash Street Jail. But Heroux is facing competition from sheriffs across Massachusetts . They’re all seeking a share of limited state funding for major repairs and renovations at their facilities. Among the contenders is a jail even older than Ash Street: the Dukes County jail on Martha’s Vineyard, built in 1873, which needs structural and fire-safety repairs and more space. Essex County seeks to overhaul Middleton jail’s kitchen and dining area, while Worcester County wants to renovate deteriorating jail housing units and demolish a former hospital nurses’ home. Heroux shared his funding proposal with The Light for the first time, providing new details about the work needed to close Ash Street and its estimated cost. Five of the state’s 13 other sheriffs who run jails — Franklin, Berkshire , Dukes, Essex and Worcester — also shared their applications with The Light. Together, the sheriffs have requested about $241 million, far more than the $125 million to $150 million the state expects to allocate through the program. Franklin, Dukes and Essex

Bristol County, MA · 54m

MassLive.com

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Saint John’s football handles Haverhill, 42-6, en route to Div. 1 semifinals

Liam Deso scored three times as the Saint John's Pioneers took care of business on Thursday night to advance to the Div. 1 semis.

Shrewsbury, MA · 20h
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The Gardner News

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Schedule and predictions for Gardner-area non-playoff football

It's another week of football for Gardner-area teams. All six programs are now playing non-playoff games until they compete in the ultimate game of the season: Thanksgiving. Gardner and Oakmont both took on top-seeded teams of their divisions last week in the Round of 16. Gardner fell to Cohasset in the Division 7 playoffs and Oakmont lost to Shawsheen Tech in Div. 5. Though not the ending they wanted, both teams had the goal of qualifying for playoffs after not making it last season, so accomplishing that is a highlight for each. Check out the local matchups for this week as teams look to finish strong and stay sharp before Thanksgiving games. Thursday, Nov. 12 Quabbin at Mahar, 6 p.m. After struggling with numbers late in the season and having to forfeit the last two regular season games, Quabbin returned last week to defeat Southbridge 18-6. Senior quarterback Zakk Mielnicki had a strong game, rushing for a touchdown and connecting with Gabe Houle on a 25-yard TD pass. This week they match up against Mahar, which is 4-5. The teams' one common opponent has been Quaboag, which they both defeated earlier this season. Cait's Call: Quabbin over Mahar Friday, Nov.

Gardner, MA · 2d

The Gardner News

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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

whatnow.com

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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

theworcesterguardian.org

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Worcester council presses for action on homelessness commission, street trees

WORCESTER—After a two-week recess, the Worcester City Council returned Tuesday to confront a long-dormant commission on homelessness, a backlog of street tree maintenance and growing concerns about reckless e-bike riding on city streets. The discussions highlighted questions about the city’s ability to follow through on existing policies, from filling...

Worcester, MA · 2d

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School committee to weigh classroom screen time, technology spending

How much technology belongs in elementary classrooms—and how much the district should spend to maintain it—will be among the major questions before the Worcester School Committee when it meets Thursday, Nov. 12. The committee considers a parent-backed petition seeking to remove individually assigned, internet-connected devices from preschool through...

Worcester, MA · 2d

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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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21st Annual Festival of Trees - Leominster

The 21st Annual Festival of Trees will open Monday, November 16, 2026, in the Tata Auditorium at Leominster City Hall. All bidding and voting ends on Thursday December 17 at 6:00pm (extended hours for final day). Be sure to watch the Macaroni KID calendar for more special events! And follow...

Leominster, MA · 1d

Worcester Telegram & Gazette

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Charlton will keep its Flock cameras, overriding Town Meeting vote

CHARLTON – The Select Board dug its heels in on Flock cameras, declining to suspend the technology at a meeting that saw members clash with each other and the public. The Nov. 10 meeting came after an Oct. 19. Special Town Meeting where attendees overwhelmingly voted in support of a petition requesting the Police Department halt its contract with Flock Safety. The petition, which was nonbinding and also sought the deletion of Charlton driver data, received 245 votes in favor and 56 against. The Oct. 19 vote was met with applause after a half dozen people spoke in favor of doing away with Flock. One person spoke against the petition. "These aren't simply cameras protecting our town, they're part of a growing interconnected surveillance network across America," said resident Michelle Chalmers, the author of the petition, at the October meeting. A month later, the board rebuffed the effort, deciding against taking action on the surveillance technology, which aggregates information on vehicles' license plates and other characteristics in a database that can be queried. "In my opinion, this is a great system. It's protecting our residents. And I will wholeheartedly support not removing it," said Select Board member Barbara Zurawski. Earlier

Charlton, MA · 1d

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‘I will leave’: Sutton residents resist plans for massive data center

In an explosive Select Board meeting Tuesday night, Sutton residents expressed their disapproval for a proposed $16 billion data center campus being built in their town. The data center campus, pitched by the Kraft Group, would be one of the country’s largest centers and draw roughly 900 megawatts of power.

Sutton, MA · 1d

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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

theworcesterguardian.org

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School technology debate heads to committee for further review

WORCESTER—A petition seeking to remove internet-connected devices from Worcester’s youngest classrooms will undergo further review after parents challenged the school district’s response and school committee members debated how to balance technology use with traditional instruction. The school committee voted Thursday, Nov. 12, to refer the petition and...

Worcester, MA · 19h

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Hoyas Lose Heartbreaker to Holy Cross on Senior Night

The Georgetown University football team blew its first-half lead to the Holy Cross Crusaders on Nov. 7, losing 27-24. Despite an initial lead, the Hoyas (3-5, 3-3 Patriot League) failed to score in the second half. That allowed the Crusaders (5-5, 5-2 Patriot League) to claw back and, after a last-second trick play, take the win.

Washington, DC · 1d

The Gardner News

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Familiar face to serve as interim town administrator in Templeton

Six years after leaving Templeton Town Hall, Carter Terenzini is back, bringing with him extensive experience helping communities navigate leadership transitions and financial challenges . The Select Board has appointed the 76-year-old Moultonborough, New Hampshire, resident as interim town administrator. His contract was signed Oct. 29, and he began work this week. He will serve through June 30, 2027. Select Board Chairman Jeff Bennett said Terenzini’s previous experience in Templeton should allow him to get up to speed quickly. “Mr. Terenzini has an intimate familiarity with many of the Templeton staff, boards and commissions and issues from his prior service to the town,” Bennett said. “The board agreed this could help ensure a relatively smooth transition into the organization for him and the many challenges we now face as a community.” A familiar face in several communities Terenzini initially came to Templeton as interim town administrator in August 2016. What was expected to be a short-term assignment ultimately lasted more than four years as the town dealt with serious financial problems, including several years without completed audits and state oversight. He remained until November 2020, when Assistant Town Administrator Adam Lamontagne succeeded him. Since retiring from full-time municipal government, Terenzini

Templeton, MA · 12h