MA Girl's Quick Thinking Credited For Rescuing Boy From Well

The girl sprung into action when her 5-year-old neighbor fell into a 20-foot well Friday, according to reports.

More Than 40 MA Beaches Closed Amid Heatwave

The beach closures come as an air quality alert is active through most of Tuesday. Here's what to know.

County Sheriff Arrested + Truck Crashes Through Garage + Cannabis Closure Causes Layoffs: MA Weekend

Plus: a four-legged former racer is in need of a new home.

Retired Racehorse In MA Needs New Home

The mare retired from racing at 5 and is now 11.

Nearly 40 MA Beaches Still Closed As Smokey Skies Linger: See Latest Forecast

See the latest list of Massachusetts beach closures during the dog days of August.

Child Falls From Window + Giant Lizard Found + Trash Strike Reaches 6 Weeks: MA Weekend

Plus: An air quality alert has been issued for the state due to wildfire smoke.

30 Cars Vandalized In Quincy + Fans React To Fenway Food Strike + Adorable New Support Dog: MA Weekend

Plus: this grocery store has the cheapest prices in the state.

Corpse Flower Reaches Peak Bloom As Crowds Line Up For A Rare Whiff In Dover, Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Horticultural Society was open Sunday night until midnight for those who wanted to see and smell the flower.

A Rare Corpse Flower Is About To Bloom In Massachusetts. How You Can See And Smell It.

The flower grows from a seed for about a decade before its literal moment in the sun: 24 hours in bloom.

MA Earns High Marks In 'Quality Of Life' Rankings

Massachusetts is considered a leader in several critical categories, according to recently released rankings.

3 Meteor Showers Now Active Over MA Skies: How To Watch

Plus, a few suggestions on places to see the meteor showers in Massachusetts.

More MA Beaches Closed: 36 Now Off Limits For Swimming Ahead Of Sunny Summer Weekend

The updated list of beach closures was an increase of two over earlier in the week.

MA Town Makes National List For Its Stunning Main Street

Reader's Digest said the town is known for its "vibrant arts scene and friendliness to the LGBTQ+ community."

Child Dies At Dartmouth Beach + Trash Strike Lingers + Famous Actor Stops By: MA Weekend

Plus: Arrest made in Medford shooting.

As World UFO Day Approaches, See What’s Been Spotted In MA Skies

The number of people claiming to have seen a UFO in Massachusetts this year may be higher than you think. Here's what to know.

LGBTQ+ Advocates In Massachusetts Worried Crisis Hotline Could Be Shut Down By Trump Administration

Rep. Seth Moulton sponsored the creation of the 988 hotline, which includes help for veterans as well as LGBTQ+ youth.

Concord Farm Donates All The Produce It Grows To Fight Food Insecurity In Massachusetts

Gaining Ground said they measure their success, not in sales, but in what they give away to communities in the state.

Woman Scores Record $2M Prize In MA Lottery

The woman revealed her plans for her massive $2 million lottery prize, which she won from a gifted ticket from her father.

The Noisy Periodical Cicadas Are Emerging: Where To See And Hear Them In MA

Not everyone is a fan of the cicadas, which live briefly in the sunlight for what amounts to a weeks-long sex party before they die.

Most Seniors Want To Stay In Their Homes — MA Makes It Hard

The vast majority of older Americans want to "age in place." A new study examines where it's easiest — and most difficult — to do that.

MA Veteran Saved Many Lives During Korean War

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to highlight a few remarkable veterans and active-duty military members from our state.

Here's Where MA Cities Rank On Best Places To Raise A Family

A new study has evaluated more than 180 cities in numerous categories to find out which is the best for families.

These Are The Fastest- Growing Communities In MA, New Data Shows

Populations are growing throughout many Massachusetts communities.

These 3 MA Gems Just Made ‘Most Beautiful’ List

Yankee Magazine has named the top 12 scenic spots in New England, including three must-see places in Massachusetts.

4 MA Towns Ranked Among Best Places To Live By U.S. News

The ranking listed the top 250 places in the country.

Here’s Where MA Ranks In New U.S. News Best States List

See where Massachusetts ranks highly, and where the state finds itself in the middle of the pack in the newest rankings.

This Is The Top Dog Name In Massachusetts, Report Says

About 68 million U.S. households own a dog.

Is Your House Number Visible From The Street? Massachusetts Has Specific Requirements.

First responders are running into the issue more and more: house numbers that are too small, or not posted at all.

See 30 Shooting Stars An Hour As Eta Aquariids Peak Over MA Skies

Will rainy conditions hinder the chances of seeing the stars over Massachusetts skies this weekend?

Edaville Railroad's Amusement Park Rides Will Be Auctioned In Carver. What's Up For Sale?

The long-running Renaissance festival that's the largest of its kind in New England will start its season on Aug. 30.

This MA Water Park Is Among The Best In America For 2025

This park is the sole representative on the lit from Massachusetts.

Woodpecker Targeted MA Neighborhood, Leaving Chaos In His Wake

Nearly two dozen car mirrors fell victim before residents of Rockport came together to solve the mystery, reports said.

Red, White & You: Honoring Massachusetts’ Military Heroes

Meet 5 military heroes whose contributions continue to inspire, and nominate a service member or veteran to be featured on Patch!

Lyrid Meteors Blaze As Shooting Star Shows Return: What To Know In MA

As with most meteor showers, this one is best viewed in the early morning hours before dawn. Will it be visible in Massachusetts?

Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl Returns For Summer 2025: MA Cheap Eats

The charity event returns for the 42nd time with guests like Ben & Jerry's, Van Leeuwen and more. Here's what to expect.

$100,000 Massachusetts Lottery Ticket Found In Junk Drawer Just Before It Was Going To Expire

Margot Garstka got her $1 Mass Cash ticket at a supermarket in Chicopee back in April 2024 during a state lottery promotion.

When Are Hummingbirds Returning To Massachusetts?

Ruby-throated hummingbirds are the smallest breeding bird in Massachusetts, tipping the scales at about the same weight as a nickel.

Here's How The Revolutionary War Started In Massachusetts 250 Years Ago

This Saturday, April 19, marks 250 years since the start of the Revolutionary War in Massachusetts.

Fewer Mega Millions Tickets Sold In Massachusetts After Game Change, But Lottery Sees More Cash

Until Saturday, a Mega Millions ticket cost $2. Now they are $5, but the game says players have better odds of winning.

These Are The Top 20 Safest Towns In Massachusetts: Safewise 2025 List

One town was named the safest in Massachusetts two years in a row.