The woman revealed her plans for her massive $2 million lottery prize, which she won from a gifted ticket from her father.
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.
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.
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to highlight a few remarkable veterans and active-duty military members from our state.
A new study has evaluated more than 180 cities in numerous categories to find out which is the best for families.
Populations are growing throughout many Massachusetts communities.
Yankee Magazine has named the top 12 scenic spots in New England, including three must-see places in Massachusetts.
The ranking listed the top 250 places in the country.
See where Massachusetts ranks highly, and where the state finds itself in the middle of the pack in the newest rankings.
About 68 million U.S. households own a dog.
First responders are running into the issue more and more: house numbers that are too small, or not posted at all.
Will rainy conditions hinder the chances of seeing the stars over Massachusetts skies this weekend?
The long-running Renaissance festival that's the largest of its kind in New England will start its season on Aug. 30.
This park is the sole representative on the lit from Massachusetts.
Nearly two dozen car mirrors fell victim before residents of Rockport came together to solve the mystery, reports said.
Meet 5 military heroes whose contributions continue to inspire, and nominate a service member or veteran to be featured on Patch!
As with most meteor showers, this one is best viewed in the early morning hours before dawn. Will it be visible in Massachusetts?
The charity event returns for the 42nd time with guests like Ben & Jerry's, Van Leeuwen and more. Here's what to expect.
Margot Garstka got her $1 Mass Cash ticket at a supermarket in Chicopee back in April 2024 during a state lottery promotion.
Ruby-throated hummingbirds are the smallest breeding bird in Massachusetts, tipping the scales at about the same weight as a nickel.
This Saturday, April 19, marks 250 years since the start of the Revolutionary War in Massachusetts.
Until Saturday, a Mega Millions ticket cost $2. Now they are $5, but the game says players have better odds of winning.
One town was named the safest in Massachusetts two years in a row.
The Lyrid meteor shower starts at mid-month and peaks during the third full week of April.
The partial eclipse will be visible in 13 U.S. states, including in Massachusetts. See sky conditions for Saturday morning's eclipse.
Patch and T-Mobile are spotlighting local EMTs, firefighters and police officers who are making a difference in their communities.
Rankings website Niche.com published its 2025 list of the "best places to live in Massachusetts." Where does your town fall?
According to AAA Northeast, the average price in Massachusetts this week is $2.99 per gallon, down two cents since last week.
Dictionary.com has released its regional slang bracket for 2025. Can words like "bubbler," "frappe," or "grinder" take home the win?
The Bay State is one of 13 states that could see a cicada explosion sometime this spring.
The 85-year-old has always been there for others. Whether offering a listening ear or a helping hand, she became a staple in the community.
Three Patriots will be the first to try out a massive new resort's water slides in a fundraiser for Make-A-Wish this spring.
A Pembroke Rocky's Ace Hardware sign warned customers that no ice melt would be available until Wednesday.
It's at Little Brook Farm in Sunderland where 6-year-old sheepdog Bett does her job.
A new update to Massachusetts' endangered species list has several species of plants, bats, bees and butterflies.
There are several ongoing fundraisers for families of the victims of the D.C. plane collision, and many states and cities have held vigils.
The late Marian Billingham’s artwork will appear on Massachusetts Assisted Living Association’s 2025 Resource Guide
2024 was a record-setting year for adult-use cannabis in Massachusetts, as the Commonwealth saw sales of over $1 billion.
If you’ve been weighing the costs of having a baby or getting a dog, see how much either option is going to cost you in Massachusetts.
Find out how Boston measures up against the rest of the country in cost and inventory.