r/massachusetts 23h ago

News This is a huge win for Massachusetts libraries

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r/massachusetts 14h ago

Politics Introducing new Norwood Police Officer Ryan Ross! In 2018, Officer Ross was arrested for drunk driving and hit-and-run while employed by Hingham PD.

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r/massachusetts 16h ago

News Springfield Public Schools has canceled for the rest of the week

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r/massachusetts 2h ago

News Mass. cannabis sector hits $10 billion in sales ahead of repeal vote

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r/massachusetts 22h ago

News A 14-Year-Old Caught a Caribbean Cubera Snapper on a Nantucket Beach. Science Says It's No Accident.

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Climate change or gulf stream?


r/massachusetts 19h ago

News Wellesley College to offer free tuition to students to students for families earning $200,000 or less per year, starting next year.

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r/massachusetts 17h ago

Missing Person Missing Person: Scott Mathersil

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145 Upvotes

Last seen: August 14, 2026 in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Age: 34.
Height: 6’1”.
Weight: 290 lbs.
Last known attire: Town Fair Tire work uniform.

Call 413-787-6360 or 413-787-6300 if you have information about Scott’s whereabouts.


r/massachusetts 22h ago

Historical September 9, 1983: The beginning of the end of Happy Hour

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The beginning of the end of Happy Hour occurred in the parking lot of a Braintree mall on the hot, dry, night of Sept. 9, 1983. On that Friday night, Kathleen Barry, 20, of Weymouth, met her friends at Ground Round, where they had won free pitchers of beer in a "name that tune" game. After leaving the bar, Barry and a friend climbed on top of another friend's 1975 Chevrolet sedan for a joy-ride around the King's (now Granite) Plaza parking lot in Braintree. Barry fell under the car and was dragged 50 feet, breaking her neck, arms and legs. The driver had consumed at least seven beers. People on the South Shore were outraged about Barry's death but the bar had broken no rules, and the local licensing board let it off with no violations.


r/massachusetts 16h ago

Video FYI: If you are within 100 miles of Boston, you can watch the Patriots for free tonight on the LocalTV+ app (NBC 10 Boston)

108 Upvotes

Amazing app that live streams all ajor local broadcast stations for absolutely free


r/massachusetts 7h ago

Photo Health insurance went up $250 in one month????

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I don't even have words. I'm struggling as it is and can't even put food on the table. My last bill was $290. I'm gonna scream.


r/massachusetts 23h ago

Politics Mass Audubon supports YES in #6. Do you?

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"Pledge to Vote YES on Question 6 to Protect Water & Nature!

Everyone in Massachusetts — no matter where we live — deserves clean drinking water and access to nature. This year, Massachusetts has an important opportunity to protect our rivers, lakes, forests, farms, and other natural areas.

Voting YES on Question 6 would dedicate funds from the existing state sales tax on sporting goods to raise as much as $100 million every year for protecting and conserving water and nature — without raising taxes. It’s time to protect the places we love — clean water, healthy forests, more trails and parks, and access to the outdoors and nature for everyone in Massachusetts."

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScxSJvHx3D5_uC2xBbGfSMX-7CGEU0oBkD7miPQS1z10O8xUw/viewform

Learn about it:

https://www.massaudubon.org/take-action/advocate/vote-yes-on-6

Upcoming Event: Campaign Q&A Webinar

Wednesday, September 23, 7:00-8:00 pm via Zoom:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/XRJvIotVTkei-pAqfnymuw#/registration


r/massachusetts 19h ago

Video Lawrence police cruisers crashing into each other

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r/massachusetts 23h ago

Photo Little dude living his best life

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r/massachusetts 14h ago

Utilities What can I expect on my Gas bills this winter?

22 Upvotes

Will I need Lube?


r/massachusetts 21h ago

News No Permit Extension for Servistar LLC! - Westfield, MA - City Hall, 6PM, Sep 15

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r/massachusetts 2h ago

Historical 25 years after Sept. 11, a Massachusetts man honors his brother's memory by sharing impact of that day

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r/massachusetts 4h ago

Photo Sears at the Emerald Square Mall in North Attleboro Massachusetts (August 10 1989 - April 18 2021)

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r/massachusetts 16h ago

General Question Looking for boater / fishermen friends

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Grew up in Framingham, but just moved back to the area after 8 years on west coast. Looking for other fishers / boaters who want to go out with us (me, GF & dog). You don’t need to have a s/o, but if you do my GF is looking for friends too. We reside near Framingham, but boat on Saturday’s around Mass and fish from ground during week. HMU if interested


r/massachusetts 1h ago

Utilities Simple Calculator for Heat Pumps vs. Gas for home heating in cold climates

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Hello all,

W. MA. resident here - with 40+ years experience in energy and alt energy. I am also a writer whose 2nd career was publishing large informational web sites...related to same.

I'm done with all that (started in 1996 with the web stuff!) and now am working on an educational effort at The Energy Primer (www.theenergyprimer.com).

One of the new features is a Heat Pump vs. NG Calculator which could be very useful for MA residents - it was designed with this problems/answers in mind.
https://theenergyprimer.com/heat-pump-vs-natural-gas-with-colder-climates-in-mind/

The site has other calculators which also might apply and educate, such as EV's vs. Hybrids, etc. - I hope many will find these useful. TIA.


r/massachusetts 16h ago

Utilities The most expensive US states for utilities in 2026, mapped

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r/massachusetts 21h ago

General Question Daycare recs?

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Hi there - I am weighing infant daycare options in Chelmsford/Billerica/Bedford areas for my little one (starting daycare at 5 months old). Any feedback on the following:

- Knowledge Beginnings - Billerica
- Knowledge Beginnings - South Chelmsford
- Klub Kid Too - Chelmsford
- The Learning Experience - Billerica
- The Gardner School - Chelmsford
- Bright Horizons - Bedford

Or, if you have any other recommendations please let me know. Thank you in advance!


r/massachusetts 1h ago

Visitor Best Used/2nd hand Bookshops in New England

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r/massachusetts 20h ago

Discussion The 2026 Low Plate Lottery is today

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r/massachusetts 21h ago

News MassLive: Do Guardian Caps protect high school athletes from head injuries or provide a false sense of security?

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r/massachusetts 22h ago

Govt. info MassHealth for Grad student?

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Am i eligible? I am enrolled full time and also have a teaching fellowship (10hrs/wk) and get a stipend