Every Mile Matters at Lexington's Battlegreen Run Foundation

The Battlegreen Run Foundation has been a staple in Lexington since 1996, growing its annual race into a beloved event that brings the community together to help dozens of local non-profits. This week, the Foundation's president, Steve Sartori, talks with Nichole about how the event has evolved ove…

Serving Through Sticker Shock: New England Food Trucks Fight to Stay Open

While we're still feeling the pinch of high gas prices at the pump and high food prices at the supermarket, these hikes are really having an impact on the people who bring us our favorite foods on the go: food truck owners! This week, Michael Crooks, owner and operator of the Sarcastic Swine food t…

Natick's Cocotree Kids Supports Local Families, One Underwear Pair at a Time

Underwear isn't something we talk about that often, but when you don't have it, it can be a major problem! With the price of clothing skyrocketing, 1 in every 3 kids in Massachusetts is clothing insecure, and that number is worse when it comes to underwear access. Cocotree Kids of Natick has grown …

Black Cats and Halloween Fears: MSPCA-Angell Debunks the Superstitions

A common practice in the animal rescue world has some people scratching their heads this time of year. Many rescues and shelters hold off adoptions of black cats in October, concerned that they'll be adopted for nefarious purposes or abandoned after Halloween. Is this superstition-based decision re…

Real Repairs or Red Flag? BBB Eastern New England's Tips for Smart Hiring After Storms

As fall sets in, we New Englanders are bracing for the potential damage to our homes and property that comes with Nor'easters and winter storms. With the rise of scammers and unscrupulous contractors, it's essential to be prepared and do your due diligence before hiring someone to fix up your home.…

Grafton's Willard House and Clock Museum Keeps Time for the Future

Grafton's Willard House and Clock Museum is not just a museum; it's a treasure trove of history with a collection of exquisite historical clocks that spans centuries. The museum's about to receive a massive gift of over 100 clocks, a donation made possible by a generous collector from Texas, but so…

30 Years of Christmas Magic: Trans-Siberian Orchestra Returns to Worcester

The Trans-Siberian Orchestra has become a staple of the holiday season over its 30 years on the road, entertaining audiences of all ages. This year, they're coming back to Worcester on November 28th to perform their rock opera, "The Ghosts of Christmas Eve". It promises to be an impressive show wit…

Friction Between Friends: The Canadian Trade War's Impact on New England

As the tariff spat between Washington and Ottawa escalates, the special bond between New England and our neighbors to the north is being put to the test. This week, we're exploring what this developing trade war means for our regional economy and what it could do to the close partnership New Englan…

Cape Cod's "Marine Misfits" Need Your Help This Fall

It's that time of year when certain types of marine wildlife lovingly dubbed "Marine Misfits" find themselves find themselves in a precarious position. They end up drifting off course and stranding on the shores of Cape Cod, a move which often leads to deadly consequences. Carol "Krill" Carson, the…

“Cemetery Cinema” Returns to Cambridge’s Historic Mount Auburn Cemetery

As fall arrives in New England, you might take a moment to appreciate the vibrant foliage and reflect on the beauty of nature. Mount Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge and Watertown is a great place to do that, with its stunning landscape spanning 175 acres of grounds. The cemetery has been a place of re…