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by Barbara Scofidio
Many people have a dream of opening a retail store. They talk about it, they research it, they might even come close….but they just never do.
For Michele Glorie, who goes by the title of Chief Eclectic Officer (CEO) at her new Main Street store, Glorie Dayz, it didn’t...
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll have unveiled the Clean Energy and Environment Legacy Transition (CELT) Initiative, an effort to advance geothermal energy adoption and decarbonization in the state. Inspired by Governor Healey’s 2023 trip to Ireland, the program...
Shorty: Did you know the materials used in construction—like paints and adhesives—could expose workers to toxic "forever chemicals" linked to cancer and other serious illnesses? Find out how a UMass Lowell research team is uncovering hidden risks in the industry and working to make construction...
State Auditor Diana DiZoglio has intensified her push for an audit of the Massachusetts Legislature, sending a letter last week to top Beacon Hill Democrats, including House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) and Senate President Karen Spilka (D-Ashland). This comes after voters approved Ballot...
Shorty: Learn how a basement space in downtown Groton could soon host health treatments like infrared saunas, cold plunge tanks, and red-light therapy. Find out what makes this project unique, what challenges lie ahead, and how it claims to transform self-care in the community. Did you know the...
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced the winners of its third annual “Name A Snowplow” contest, inviting elementary and middle school students statewide to name 12 snowplows that will keep Massachusetts roads safe this winter. The contest highlights the creativity...
Shorty: Did you know that Massachusetts has lost an estimated 18,000 lives to opioid overdoses in just 15 years? Learn how new legislation and local initiatives, like Groton's community-driven efforts, are tackling this crisis. Find out how settlement funds are being used to save lives and promote...
The Crystal Ball Says Goodbye to Residency Rules
On February 15, 2024, the House approved a bill to scrap the requirement that fortune telling license applicants must live in the city or town for at least a year.
Supporters say the rule is outdated—perhaps it wasn’t in the cards anymore.
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Shorty: Did you know the idea of pollinator pathways started right here in the Northeast? Do you know why? Learn how a grassroots effort to save bees and butterflies grew into a nationwide movement connecting communities through gardens and corridors. Find out what inspired its creation, how far it...
Shorty: Did you know unpermitted removal of a beaver dam sparked a debate at the last Conservation Committee meeting? From "Beaver Deceivers" to balancing wetlands and community needs, learn how officials tackled the dam drama!
During their regularly scheduled meeting on December 11, the Groton...