As Amari Pocknett plans her classes for next semester at Cape Cod Community College, her choices aren’t dependent on which ones are the most interesting to her or what required courses she needs to take. Instead, as the state quietly reduces its need-based stipends for...
On a sunny day in Boston, a chance meeting with a stranger led to well-wishes and a fist bump. It was a moment that inspired hope that we, as Americans, could find a way to peacefully get along. ...
Dam Day in Clinton is coming soon, which means the top of the Wachusett Dam will be open to the public once again. On Sunday, Oct. 12, guests will have access to the walkway that spans Wachusett Dam from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., overlooking...
A new Affleck has entered the Dunkin’ universe, but it’s not who you might expect. Jen Affleck, who gained popularity on Hulu’s “Secret Lives of Mormon Wives” for sharing a family legend about potentially being related to actor Ben Affleck, is now starring alongside the...
After the Red Sox missed opportunities to expand their lead early and then couldn’t hold it later, they found themselves slipping in the playoff picture.The Red Sox loss, combined with wins for the Yankees, Astros and Guardians, made for a bad night for Boston.The Red...
Dear Abby: I’m a man in my early 30s who has made a career switch. My new field requires me to be more social because I will be meeting with colleagues, some of them older than I am, and attending trade shows, meetings and business...
The Boston Red Sox celebrate their win over the Athletics in a baseball game Monday, Sept. 8, 2025, in West Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Scott Marshall)APMassLive’s Fenway Insider Sean McAdam is back to answer questions about the Boston Red Sox as they continue their series against...
Dear Eric: As a retired hospice chaplain, I would like to comment on the recent letter from the person who has a terminal illness, and by extension, all those who might feel isolated from friends and/or family because of a challenging health situation (“Wanting Company”)....
Berkshire Botanical Garden ornamental vegetable garden.Wilbraham Garden ClubWILBRAHAM - The Wilbraham Garden Club will hold its annual “Welcome Back” meeting in the St. Cecilia Parish Center on Main Street, at noon on Oct. 2. Rebecca Sadlowski, the owner of Rooted Flowers in Agawam will...
Dear Annie: My three brothers and I are all senior citizens, and throughout our lives we have endured a very difficult relationship with our mother. From the time we were children, she was physically and emotionally abusive. She controlled us, manipulated us, lied to us,...
