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This Massachusetts General Store Has A Huge Candy Counter And Shelves Full Of Nostalgic Surprises

One of the bathrooms at this general store has a one-way glass wall overlooking the parking lot. The other one has a jungle theme. Yes, the restrooms count as art installations here. Then there’s the candy counter, stocked with nostalgic sweets and modern treats side by side. Add fresh popcorn...

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Marlborough man charged after officer hurt in Southborough arrest

Southborough police arrested a Marlborough man Thursday, Nov. 5, after he pushed an officer to the ground and ran from a Turnpike Road parking lot, according to Police Chief Ryan M. Newell. A second officer hurt his arm in the pursuit. Anyelo Gonzalez Escarate, 25, faces the following charges:. assault...

Southborough, MA · 1d
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Cape Cod Times

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Thin, wounded right whale spotted off Cape Cod. Then came a ‘welcome surprise’

Researchers who usually begin watching for North Atlantic right whales in Cape Cod waters in December are now looking several weeks earlier, part of an effort to better understand what the critically endangered animals are doing before their winter arrival in Cape Cod Bay . The expanded survey season is already yielding sightings. During an Oct. 25 aerial survey, scientists with the Center for Coastal Studies spotted three right whales , including one showing signs of a recent entanglement and a mother-calf pair that is not likely to be seen together much longer. Why Cape Cod right whale surveys started two months early The sightings are part of a push to fill in what remains a poorly understood period in the whales' annual use of Massachusetts waters. While Cape Cod Bay is recognized as an important winter and spring feeding area for right whales, their movements during the fall have been less closely monitored. "Expanding our aerial surveys allows for earlier detection of North Atlantic right whales in state waters and surrounding areas, improving our understanding of trends in the species' distribution and helping inform management decisions," said Daniel Palacios, director of the Center for Coastal Studies' Right Whale Ecology

Cape Cod And Islands, MA · 1d

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The Stunning Medieval Castle Hiding In Massachusetts That Most People Have Never Seen

There’s a medieval castle perched on the rocky coast of Gloucester, Massachusetts, and the fact that most people have no idea it exists is honestly one of the great injustices of New England tourism. Hammond Castle Museum is the kind of place that makes you question everything you thought...

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Gardner man surrenders after seven-hour standoff at Waterford Street apartment

A Gardner man who barricaded himself inside his Waterford Street apartment and threatened officers surrendered early Saturday, Nov. 7, ending a seven-hour standoff, police said. Gardner police arrested David Margeson, 42, on a charge of assault with a dangerous weapon, according to a press release from Sgt. Ryan Coates. Officers...

Gardner, MA · 9h

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Body cam shows police chief found in unmarked cruiser with bottles of vodka

Police body camera footage obtained by Hearst sister station WCVB shows officers discovering the chief of a nearby department in an unmarked cruiser with two bottles of vodka last month. Westborough, Massachusetts, Police Chief Todd Minardi was placed on leave following the incident in Shrewsbury on Oct. 23. The town...

Shrewsbury, MA · 1d

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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 · 6h

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Forget Fancy Seafood Restaurants, These 10 Massachusetts Clam Shacks Know What They’re Doing

Give me a paper tray of fried clams, a picnic table by the water, and absolutely no reason to dress up. That is pretty close to my ideal Massachusetts seafood stop. Some of these clam shacks have been feeding people for generations. One dates back to 1914. Another has been...

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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.

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The Cool Down

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Massachusetts agency seeks to transfer 20 million more gallons of water a day with no recipient named

"I think it's just important to have the checks and balances that we need in place."

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The 10 Leominster, Massachusetts Restaurants That Are Better Than Most People Expect

A restaurant in this city lost its building to a fire in July 2021, and it didn’t quit. It moved to a temporary spot a short drive away and kept cooking from scratch while it waited to rebuild. That kind of grit runs deeper than you’d guess here. One...

Leominster, MA · 1d

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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.

Massachusetts · 2d

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Palmer Walking Trail Closed for Hours After Person Found Dead

A person was found dead Saturday morning at the walking trail and pavilion on First Street in Palmer, prompting a hours-long investigation that drew Massachusetts State Police detectives to the scene. Police and fire crews from Palmer and Bondsville responded at approximately 8:50 a.m. after receiving a report of an unresponsive person who was not breathing. By the time emergency personnel arrived, the person had already died.

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Worcester Telegram & Gazette

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Plaque in Grafton honors Holly Piirainen 33 years after her disappearance

GRAFTON – Dozens of people, including Holly Piirainen's father, gathered on Sunday, Nov. 8, to unveil a plaque in memory the 10-year-old, who was killed more than three decades ago in a murder that remains unsolved. The ceremony – held at Grafton Municipal Center, the site of Piirainen's fifth-grade classroom – included recollections of the "feisty" young girl and a renewed commitment to justice. "For 33 years, Holly's family, friends and community have carried her memory while continuing to seek answers. Let this tree represent our enduring love. Its continued growth is a determination that Holly will never be forgotten," said Mary Docekal in prepared remarks. Docekal is a service unit leader with Girl Scouts, who helped organize the event. Piirainen, who loved the outdoors, had been a Girl Scout for a few years before her death, her father Richard Piirainen said. Piirainen went missing Aug. 5, 1993, in Sturbridge while on a walk with her 5-year-old brother. Her body was found two months later in Brimfield and her death ruled a homicide. Despite a number of leads and significant public interest, no one has been charged in connection with the case. The disappearance has become a defining event in

Grafton, MA · 22h

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Don’t Pack For Massachusetts Before Considering These 11 Potential Downsides

One winter, the capital of Massachusetts piled up more than 110 inches of snow in a single season. That record came from the winter of 2014 to 2015. One giant pile of plowed snow in a city lot didn’t fully melt until July. I love this state, honestly. The...

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Animal of Things

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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?

Massachusetts · 1d

Country Herald

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Massachusetts Night Sky: Mysterious Flashes Possible Nov. 16-18

With drones and unfamiliar lights drawing attention overhead, another phenomenon is approaching its peak.

Massachusetts · 10h

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This Is Worcester: A rainy day at Denholm

A pedestrian waits beneath an umbrella on a rainy day in downtown Worcester, with the historic Denholm Building looming across Main Street — a familiar landmark whose days may be numbered. Located at 484-500 Main St., the building was once home to Denholm & McKay, a department store that...

Worcester, MA · 2d

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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...

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