7 Historic Massachusetts Blizzards That People Who Lived Through Them May Never Forget

Massachusetts has experienced blizzards that stopped traffic, interrupted public transport, and changed ordinary errands into days of waiting. Their histories are not interchangeable. Some brought exceptional snow to Boston; others were most severe on the South Shore, Cape, or islands. These seven events are documented in government, climate-center, and weather...

Matthew Farwell asking for new trial

BOSTON (WHDH) - Matthew Farwell plans to ask a federal judge to acquit him or order a new trial. Farwell is requesting additional time to file the motions. His defense says the case is complex and they need the final trial transcripts to prepare their arguments. On Tuesday, the former...

Longtime New England staple Papa Gino's soon to have new owner

Papa Gino's, the longtime New England staple that has struggled financially in recent years, will soon have a new owner. Craveworthy Brands, which owns multiple restaurant brands across the country, announced this week that one of its affiliates has signed a definitive agreement to acquire New England Authentic Eats (NEAE) LLC, the pizza chain's parent company. Craveworthy will take over more than 160 restaurants -- including Papa Gino's and its sister D'Angelos -- as part of the deal.

ABC News Live: Boston students stage walkout to call for remote learning amid surge

At a new South Shore housing development, live where the cranberries grow

Called Cranberry Crossing, the Norwell subdivision is oriented around the adjacent Cross Street Cranberry Bogs. Cranberries have deep roots in Massachusetts. Harvested for centuries and then commercially cultivated for the first time in the 1800s on Cape Cod, the cranberry industry remains alive and well in the state. According to Massachusetts Cranberries (the Cape Cod Cranberry Growers’ Association) the Bay State has thousand of acres of bogs and approximately 375 growers statewide.

Blueberry Muffin closes in Pembroke and Plymouth Social opens

A Pembroke breakfast spot closing for good, a Quincy ice cream shop holding a pop-up, a Plymouth restaurant supporting families for Thanksgiving and a new restaurant open inside an iconic Plymouth hotel are among the South Shore foodie news this week. The Blueberry Muffin has closed its location at 35 School St. in Pembroke after about two years in business. Frozen Freddie's is open for two weeks to satisfy cravings and fill Thanksgiving orders. Mamma Mia’s Plymouth Waterfront is raising money to distribute Thanksgiving meal kits through local churches, senior centers and shelters. And Plymouth Social American Tavern is now open in the newly renovated John Carver Inn & Spa in downtown Plymouth. (While we have your ear and stomach, check out these other food, dining and grocery stories. Click here for the 411 on past foodie news. Check out these places serving up food and drinks with fall flavors . Read about how Grey’s Coffee brings cookie butter lattes to Quincy Center.) Pembroke breakfast spot , the Blueberry Muffin, closes its doors .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } After about two years at 35 School St. in Pembroke, the Blueberry Muffin has closed that

Family-Run Italian Restaurants In Massachusetts That Locals Refuse To Trade For Anywhere Else

One pizza kitchen on this list is run by a brother and sister. Honestly, that makes a slice sound like a family reunion. Another family spot serves honey lavender duck beside wood-fired pizza, and I love that kind of surprise. Each of these eight Italian restaurants in Massachusetts is family-owned...

Things To Do in Boston This Weekend: November 13-November 15

From magic and comedy to candlelit strings and chart-topping R&B, Boston's weekend event lineup has something for every taste. Piff the Magic Dragon and his Chihuahua sidekick bring deadpan laughs and jaw-dropping illusions to City Winery Boston, while Candlelight: Tribute to Dolly Parton reimagines country classics inside a historic cathedral. GRAMMY winner Victoria Monét celebrates her new album on the Frequency of Love Tour at MGM Music Hall at Fenway. Pub comedy, a Grateful Dead tribute, late-night dancing, Celtics and Bruins matchups, a Doris Kearns Goodwin talk, and a Trippie Redd concert keep the momentum going.

Brockton native wins top award for senior care

Brockton native Katia Resende received the Resident Quality of Life Award at Senior Living Residences’ Star Awards ceremony. Resende, wellness coordinator at Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner assisted living, was selected for the recognition from among more than 2,000 Senior Living Residences associates, according to a community announcement. The award recognizes Resende’s dedication to making a difference in residents’ lives, according to the announcement. Resident quality of life is a top priority for Senior Living Residences and Brookmeadow at Cobb Corner. Resende is known at the community for helping residents feel included, whether they are sitting in the dining room or moving into a new apartment, according to the announcement. She also helps introduce residents to one another, fostering friendships among neighbors. This story was produced with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct . This article originally appeared on The Enterprise: Brockton native wins top award for senior care

Weekend Picks: A Morrey from Love is Blind Takeover

You may recognize Morrey Eglin from Netflix’s Love Is Blind: Boston, where his Boston accent and personality made him a fan favorite. The Braintree native, boxer, and entrepreneur works the door at many of the Broadway Restaurant Group’s hot spots, so he knows his way around the neighborhood.

Local woman organizing winter care packages for homeless and addicts in honor of late sister

As the first anniversary of her sister’s death approaches, Brittany Avelar-Taylor is organizing a donation drive to provide winter essentials to people experiencing homelessness and addiction. 26-year-old Brooke Olivia Avelar passed away suddenly on December 13th and had connections across Bristol, Plymouth, Suffolk, and Essex counties. In her memory,...

In the Sport-light: Roundup of news from Hull's wide world of sports

• 3/4 Boys Soccer Team 2 faced off against Hull Team 3 on the turf for the final match of the season, coming away with a 10-6 victory. Team 2 had seven different goal scorers, with Charlie Swimm, Ezra Jones, Elijah Gerold, Richard Hennesey, Zack Panetta, Lucas Moore-DaSilva, and Colin Privett all getting on the board. Miles Casas came up huge yet again in net and was an anchor for the team the entire season.

Hearing Scheduled for Proposed 68-Unit Senior Housing Development on Beal Street

A Zoning Board of Appeals hearing on a proposed 68-unit senior affordable housing development at 100 Beal Street, adjacent to Bare Cove Park, is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 17. The remote meeting begins at 7 p.m. AHSC Beal Street LLC has filed an application for a Comprehensive Permit under Massachusetts...

Nor’easter to bring heavy rain, gusty winds and some snow to Massachusetts

A late-week nor’easter is expected to bring a stretch of rain and gusty winds to Massachusetts, along with the potential for wet snow in higher elevations

New England's Most Famous College Town Is Home To 'The Ugliest Building In America'

New England is famous for its fall foliage, Colonial architecture, and institutions of higher education. Massachusetts, in particular, is a major post-secondary hub. It's home to the Five Colleges of the Pioneer Valley, the colleges of greater Boston, and Cambridge, which is home to Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). MIT is considered one of the most prestigious schools in the United States, and has been located at its current campus since 1916, amassing an impressive collection of buildings designed by famous architects like I.M. Pei, Eero Saarinen, and Frank Gehry. One that has attracted controversy is Simmons Hall, an undergraduate residence hall that won the 2025 Aesthetic Atrocity Award for "the ugliest building in America." Bestowed by The Architectural Uprising, an international group of architects and urbanists in favor of traditional architecture, the nod is meant to raise awareness of what they deem the blight of Modernism.

First Cold-Stunned Green Turtle of Season Reaches Quincy Hospital

A green sea turtle found stranded on a Cape Cod beach Tuesday is the first cold-stunned patient of the 2026–2027 season at the New England Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Hospital in Quincy. The arrival, reported Wednesday by Boston 25 News, marks the opening of a rescue season that usually...

Massachusetts Locals Have 10 Restaurants To Visit When Nobody Feels Like Cooking Thanksgiving Dinner

One inn on this list has been serving guests since 1773, and its turkey dinner comes with a Bird Cage Elevator down the hall. Another spot pairs its holiday meal with live music in a brick basement. I love that Thanksgiving out can feel this different from place to place.

$1 ticket from Stop & Shop turns into $100K Mass Cash win

A lottery ticket won in the Tuesday evening drawing of the Massachusetts State Lottery's "Mass Cash" game was sold at a Stop & Shop in Greater Boston. The lucky lottery player bought their ticket at a Stop & Shop located at 109 Taunton St. in Plainville, according to the Massachusetts State Lottery.

4,000 Brigham nurses set to go on strike Thursday

Brigham and Women's Hospital says it is making "large-scale preparations" for a possible nurses strike in Massachusetts.​

How the family-owned Wollaston’s Market became central to Northeastern culture

If you ask Northeastern students about their most frequented spots on campus, Wollaston’s Market is bound to be on the list. Wollaston’s Market is a staple of Northeastern’s Boston campus, offering convenient everyday essentials and more than 50 deli menu options beloved by students. With its two locations, Wollaston’s Market, colloquially referred to as Wolly’s, exists only on Northeastern’s Boston campus.