Massachusetts finally has rules for cannabis cafes. But when will they open?

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Which local spot makes the best version of Massachusetts' state cookie?

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Massachusetts brokers launch team-owned private listing network

The largest residential real estate team in Massachusetts is making a bet on its brand.  Douglas Elliman’s Sarkis Team, which did over $300 million in sales last year according to RealTrends, launched its own listing website. Brothers George and Manny …

Push to repeal recreational marijuana legalization in Massachusetts

Is it Legal in Massachusetts to Pass a Snow Plow?

Parts of Massachusetts received some significant snow over a week ago, and though it wasn't a major snowstorm, it was still enough to require shoveling, plowing, snowblowing, and water cooler talk. Here in Berkshire County, we received less than 10 …

A magical holiday village is tucked inside Massachusetts’ most famous candle store

Yankee Candle is a staple in the Bay State, famous for its colorful jars full of fragrance and warm light. And while its candles can essentially be bought from anywhere, the mothership of the iconic candles lies in South Deerfield at Yankee Candle Village. …

Massachusetts Church Displays Slammed For Anti-ICE Nativity Scene For 'Politicizing Christmas'

A Catholic parish outside Boston has ignited fierce debate after replacing the traditional figures of the Nativity with an 'ICE was here' sign, prompting condemnation from both church authorities and federal immigration officials. St. Susanna …

GBH Daily: Massachusetts Mars craze

This is a web edition of GBH Daily, a weekday newsletter bringing you local stories you can trust so you can stay informed without feeling overwhelmed. Sign up here! 🥶Sunny, breezy and below freezing, with highs at 33°. Sunset is at 4:11 p.m. Today we’ve …

Cannabis Cafes To Soon Come To Massachusetts

Massachusetts is another step closer to seeing so-called Cannabis Cafes. They would be the first such enterprises in New England. On a 4 nothing vote, the Cannabis Control Commission approved the measure. Regulations will now be written and those are …

Two stranded dolphins rescued from Massachusetts marsh

It swims in the family. A mother and calf wandered off the beaten path and got stranded in a Massachusetts marsh, forcing an emergency mammal rescue crew to save the wayward dolphin pair. On Dec. 8, the Wareham Department of Natural Resources responded to …