Charlestown, MA|News|
Everything’s $10 At This Popular Bay State Restaurant: MA Cheap Eats
This Bay State restaurant is offering every item on its menu for $10 throughout August.
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Norwood, MA|News|
Norwood Schools Awarded $723K For Literacy Instruction
Norwood Public Schools will receive a major funding boost to strengthen literacy instruction for young students.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Northborough, MA|News|
Northborough Schools To Get Part Of Nearly $25M In Funding To Improve Literacy Instruction
Northborough schools will continue participating in a statewide effort to strengthen reading instruction for younger students.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Stoughton, MA|News|
Dog Dies After Swimming At Ames Pond, Stoughton Officials Investigate
Town health officials are investigating after a dog that swam at Ames Pond died this week.
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Worcester|News|
Worcester Man Faces Drug Charges After Speeding Stop
Police said they found crack cocaine, marijuana and a large amount of cash.
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Chelmsford, MA|News|
Unique Greek Eatery Debuts In Chelmsford
A Massachusetts chef is bringing a restaurant inspired by his Greek-American heritage to his hometown.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Sudbury, MA|News|
Sudbury Continues Fees For Public Electric Vehicle Chargers
The town operates nearly a dozen chargers at four municipal properties.
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Worcester|News|
Worcester EMS Promotes Longtime Leader To Captain
Joe Kuchinski brings experience as a medical provider, educator and leader to the position.
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Worcester|News|
Worcester Students To Get Free Breakfast, Lunch In The Upcoming School Year
All district schools in Worcester will provide free breakfast and lunch each school day during the 2026-27 academic year.
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Worcester|News|
Large Sand Truck Flips Over In Worcester
The crash remains under investigation.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Massive Pizza Festival Coming To MA + Unique Japanese Eatery: Food Week
Plus, a beloved bar will remain open after its owners announced plans to close last month.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
MA's Top-Ranked Hospitals + Nearly 1,400 Layoffs Looming: Business Week
Plus, multiple new coffee shops are popping up across the Bay State.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Largest Pizza Festival In New England Returning To MA: Here's When
More than 30 vendors and over 20,000 guests are expected at the event.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Worcester|News|
Man Wanted For Arson In Worcester County Accused Of Stealing Vehicle In CT
He was captured by a police K-9 after fleeing a stolen vehicle in Connecticut, police said.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Sudbury, MA|News|
Sudbury Micro-Surfacing Work To Begin On 15 Roads
A road maintenance project will bring temporary traffic restrictions and delays to 15 Sudbury streets.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Worcester|News|
Locally Owned Coffee Shop Debuts In Downtown Worcester
The business will serve coffee, espresso drinks, seasonal food and other menu items.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Shrewsbury, MA|News|
Shrewsbury Rep. Hannah Kane Named To Primary Care Conference Committee
will help negotiate a final version of legislation aimed at expanding access to primary care and lowering health care costs in Massachusetts
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Worcester|News|
Worcester Police Open Civilian Academy Applications
The 2026 Civilian Academy will run for eight consecutive weeks.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Worcester|News|
Spirit Halloween To Open At Former Worcester Supermarket
The home of a former supermarket will become a seasonal shop for Halloween costumes and decorations.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Tick Season Is Peaking In MA: What To Know About Tick-Borne Illnesses
State health officials are warning that ticks and tick-borne illnesses are active across Massachusetts.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
