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10 States Where Property Tax Relief for Older Homeowners Is Worth Rechecking Before Year-End

Property taxes can quietly become one of retirement’s biggest housing expenses, particularly when a home’s value rises faster than household income. The good news is...

Saving Advice · Sep 27

In 1884, a ship disappeared near Nantucket after a powerful winter storm. More than a century later, another major storm has brought part of the shipwreck back to the surface

The Warren Sawyer was a wooden schooner that ran aground near Nantucket in 1884 during a storm. Recent erosion from a nor’easter revealed parts of the wreck at Miacomet Beach this September. Visitors are attracted to the exposed remains, creating a temporary link to maritime history. Massachusetts preservation laws prohibit…

The Economic Times · Sep 27

‘I’m not even kidding’: Massachusetts woman tries a simple Uber Eats name change. Then Chipotle’s burrito bowl order came back twice as big

She says the bigger effect was fewer 'weird Uber situations'

We Got This Covered · Sep 27

Nor’easter slams East Coast leaving towns submerged, widespread power outages and canceled flights

Nor’easters are not unusual as New England moves into fall, but this one is coming early in the season

The Independent UK · Sep 26

A Second Chance! The Michael Flavin Story

Michael excelled at football in high school and later earned a place in the Football Hall of Fame. He played college football at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and later at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.

International Business Times · Sep 25

Ed Sheeran’s concerts in Massachusetts canceled due to severe weather

The singer was set to perform at Gillette Stadium as part of his Loop tour, which faces backlash over Macklemore’s removal following his pro-Palestinian comments

The Guardian - US · Sep 25

Ed Sheeran concerts in Massachusetts canceled due to storm warnings. Here's how to get a refund

Severe weather warnings have forced the cancellation of Ed Sheeran's concerts at Gillette Stadium in Massachusetts. The decision was made in consultation with local officials to prioritize the safety of fans and staff. Refunds for tickets will be automatically issued through Ticketmaster, which may take up to 21 days. This…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

ICE Operation Detains 34+ Latinos in Massachusetts Coast as Tracking Blackout Leaves Families Searching

ICE detained 34+ people across New Bedford, Fall River & Dartmouth as a new federal blackout blocks families from locating arrested loved ones.

Latin Times · Sep 25

Rosita Corey was a Massachusetts schoolteacher who recorded spring bird arrivals for decades; her old notes now help show that some birds are arriving about 7 days earlier

Rosita Corey’s birdwatching records reveal significant changes in spring migration timing for various species. Migratory birds in Concord, Massachusetts, are arriving approximately seven days earlier than in past decades. Historical data combined with modern observations illustrate shifting patterns of bird arrival times. Researchers emphasize that not all species respond uniformly…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

How John Cena's $525,000 Florida home became a $4 million estate over 20 years

John Cena purchased a Florida home in January 2005 for $525,000, which is now valued at nearly $4 million. Through various renovations, the house evolved from a modest colonial structure into a personalized entertainment retreat. It features an indoor pool, a game room, and a cigar room among other luxury…

The Economic Times · Sep 25