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Waltham Nomination Papers Available For 2025 Election

5 days ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

WALTHAM, MA — Waltham's municipal election in 2025 isn't until September, but the first steps for those seeking office can be taken now. Nomination papers for hopeful candidates are available as of April 30, with a deadline to file them set for June 27.
Downtown Hyannis Façade Improvement Grant Returns For 2025

5 days ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

HYANNIS, MA — Barnstable Planning & Development Department, in partnership with the Hyannis Main Street Business Improvement District (BID), have announced that $50,000 in funding for a 2025 Small Business Façade Improvement Grant Program are available. Grants are available up to a maximum of $10,000 and require at least 20 percent matching funds from the applicant, officials said.
'Hold My Beer': MA Craft Brews May Have These PFAS 'Forever Chemicals'

5 days ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

MASSACHUSETTS — Local beer fans may be drinking more than their favorite brew, according to a new study that looks at the effects of PFAS “forever chemicals.” The chemicals have been detected in Massachusetts drinking water supplies, and could affect the craft beer industry. PFAS — per- and polyfluoroalkyl chemicals — are used in a wide variety of products and are called “forever chemicals” because they don’t easily break down in the environment.
Here's Where You Can Get $1 Oysters In MA This Summer

5 days ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

MASSACHUSETTS — Go to a steakhouse or quality seafood restaurant in many American states and you'll see a familiar region pop up in the descriptions for the raw oyster options. New England and Massachusetts are home to some of the best oysters in the world, and the regional staple becomes even more important in the spring and summer. Outdoor dining is back in Massachusetts, and that's perfect for pairing a drink and a dinner entree with a starter of raw oysters.
Trader Joe's To Open New MA Store In This Town: MA Food Week

5 days ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

This week, we learned Trader Joe's is set to open a new Boston location as part of a plan to open 21 new stores in 13 states this year. Trader Joe’s already has 20 of its value-focused grocery stores in Massachusetts. They’re located in Hyannis, Framingham, Peabody, Burlington and Hanover. MASSACHUSETTS — Welcome to Patch's weekly round up of food and restaurant news in Massachusetts, where we review openings, closings and more in the state's dining scene.
Record Setting Tour Heads To Gillette Stadium + Mother's Day Brunch + 10 MA Weekend Events

5 days ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

MASSACHUSETTS — It isn't so much a question of what there is to do in the Boston area and beyond, but rather, what should locals do? Welcome to Patch's latest weekly roundup of highlight-worthy events across the city and surrounding areas. We've compiled them into one, easy-to-follow list, for your weekend planning.
Zach Bryan Just Bought This MA Building To Honor Historic Author

6 days ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

LOWELL, MA — Lowell is the home of perhaps the most famous author of the beat generation, Jack Kerouac. Now, a world-famous singer-songwriter from Oklahoma has taken a huge step in making sure the city is able to preserve his legacy. It was announced this week that Zach Bryan has purchased the former Saint Jean Baptiste Church building in Lowell, ensuring its transformation into the previously announced Jack Kerouac Center.
Framingham Farm Pond Skatepark Closed Friday

6 days ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

FRAMINGHAM, MA — The Farm Pond Skatepark will be closed on Friday when the city conducts necessary work. The park will be closed "due to tree work at Farm Pond Park," officials said, additionally citing "safety reasons."The skatepark is located on Dudley Road across the street from Long's Athletic Complex. It is typically open from dusk until dawn, according to the city website. Farm Pond Skatepark opened on June 21, 2018, and was designed by Pillar Designs and constructed by Artisan Skateparks.
'Never Heard of Her: The Bridget Beirne Story' Comes To Cape Cod

6 days ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

FALMOUTH, MA — Art Lab, in collaboration with College Light Opera Company, will present "Never Heard of Her: The Bridget Beirne Story" at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday at Lucas Hall in West Falmouth. The event features award-winning actor Bridget Beirne and Tom Frey at the piano. General admission tickets are $35 and are currently on sale here.
Have These Popular Mushrooms Been Found In MA? What You Need To Know

6 days ago | patch.com | Montana Samuels

MASSACHUSETTS — One of the most delectable of springtime treats — elusive morels, the so-called “sacred mushroom” — are popping out of the ground in Massachusetts. Morels are among the most desired wild mushrooms in the world. Although morel hunters are a notoriously secretive group, many have reported the date and general area they found their caches to The Great Morel. Reports in Massachusetts are limited to only three so far, and couldn't be much further in distance.