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Boston real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

This U.S. State Was Just Named the Best Place to Achieve the American Dream-and It's in the Northeast

New Jersey ranks highest for achieving the American dream, based on factors like home ownership, education, and income.
Renovation
fromFast Company
2 days ago

How a Rhode Island apartment building for seniors installed 277 heat pumps in just 12 days

Carroll Tower retrofitted with 277 heat pumps, reducing energy costs and emissions significantly.
fromTelecompetitor
2 days ago

Data centers growing, especially in rural areas: Pew

The Pew Research Center indicates that the current profile of data centers is 87% urban and 13% rural, but future additions will be 67% rural and 33% urban.
Data science
Boston food
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Faneuil Hall needs 'a shot of adrenaline,' its businesses say - and they want to be part of the plan

Business owners at Faneuil Hall seek involvement in revitalization plans as Mayor Wu aims to rejuvenate the marketplace for downtown growth.
East Bay real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
6 days ago

A New Ranking Reveals the Most Affordable Growing Cities in the U.S.-Including 2 on the West Coast

Visalia, California, and Vancouver, Washington, are the most affordable and rapidly growing cities on the West Coast.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I moved to a small Midwestern city for a job. Although I miss my fast-paced life on the East Coast, I'm surprisingly happy.

Growing up, I expected to live the fast-paced life of a performer. I'm a Jersey girl with a New York City spirit. My dreams were set on being a principal actor on Broadway.
NYC music
NYC food
fromIslands
1 week ago

New York's Once-Thriving Powerhouse Is Reshaping With Revitalized Neighborhoods, Waterways, And Local Flavor - Islands

Buffalo is an underrated city with a rich history, vibrant neighborhoods, and a renowned food scene, currently experiencing a resurgence.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Can Big Y break into eastern Massachusetts?

Big Y is expanding into new markets east of I-495, aiming for 100 stores by its 100th anniversary.
Miami food
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

These Are the Most Affordable, Fastest-growing Cities on the East Coast-and No. 1 Is a North Carolina Suburb

Certain U.S. cities are experiencing growth while maintaining low living costs, allowing residents to save more.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Wu releases $4.9 billion budget proposal amid 'difficult moment' for city's finances

Boston's proposed budget for fiscal year 2027 is $4.9 billion with a 2.1% spending increase, the smallest since 2009.
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

More homes are staying in the family - is yours one of them?

A growing share of homes in the U.S. are being transferred through inheritance due to housing affordability challenges.
Renovation
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

A Historic Rhode Island Hotel Prepares for a Grand Reopening

Hotel Viking in Newport, Rhode Island, celebrates its 100th birthday with a large-scale renovation and a grand reopening planned for May 2026.
#rhode-island
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Rhode Island bill proposes 24-hour bar hours during World Cup

Rhode Island lawmakers are considering a bill to allow 24-hour operation of bars and restaurants during the World Cup from June 11 to July 19.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Rhode Island bill proposes 24-hour bar hours during World Cup

Rhode Island lawmakers are considering a bill to allow 24-hour operation of bars and restaurants during the World Cup from June 11 to July 19.
#remote-work
fromInc
4 weeks ago
Remote teams

Why Employees Are Giving Up Remote Work and Moving Back to Urban Centers

Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban areas due to tightening return-to-office mandates and job availability.
Remote teams
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from cities has reversed, with many returning due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.
Remote teams
fromInc
4 weeks ago

Why Employees Are Giving Up Remote Work and Moving Back to Urban Centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from urban areas is reversing as tightening return-to-office mandates draw employees back to major cities.
fromHudson Valley Post
2 weeks ago

Massive Population Surge Hits This Hudson Valley, New York County

"People are choosing Westchester - not just to visit, but to live, build families, and invest in their future. When we create housing opportunities and vibrant neighborhoods, people come - and they stay."
Upper West Side
#affordable-housing
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago
East Bay real estate

Rhode Island targets housing supply with three reform bills

Rhode Island is considering a bill to allow faith-based organizations to build affordable housing without rezoning.
Real estate
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The housing squeeze is quietly reshaping where Americans can live and work

Finding affordable housing is a significant challenge for various groups of renters in the U.S. economy.
Real estate
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The housing squeeze is quietly reshaping where Americans can live and work

Finding affordable housing is a significant challenge for various groups of renters in the U.S. economy.
#massachusetts
Boston
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
2 weeks ago

Are More People Moving Into Boston Or Are They Leaving? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Massachusetts experiences domestic outmigration, but overall population growth continues due to international immigration and higher birth rates.
Boston
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
2 weeks ago

Are More People Moving Into Boston Or Are They Leaving? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Massachusetts experiences domestic outmigration, but overall population growth continues due to international immigration and higher birth rates.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

The Affordability Crisis in Midsize Cities Is Not Inevitable

Providence faces a severe affordability crisis, with rising rents and housing burdens affecting renters significantly.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Trending: employer housing benefits narrow affordability gaps

Private sector employers are increasingly offering housing benefits to help workers afford living closer to their jobs amid rising housing costs.
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago

Young graduates face the grimmest job market in years

The unemployment rate for college graduates ages 22-27 soared to 5.6% at the end of last year, up sharply over the past three years and outstripping the overall rate of 4.2%.
US news
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Amid slowdown, developers set to sell part of dormant Dorchester megaproject

Developers are scaling back plans for Dorchester Bay City and putting a significant portion of the site up for sale due to market challenges.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

'BPS transportation is failing us': School bus delays have Boston parents calling for change

Thousands of students face delays in school transportation despite claims of improved on-time performance by Boston Public Schools.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

2025 marked Boston area's slowest year of post-pandemic population growth, data shows

Population growth in Massachusetts and the Boston metro area significantly declined in 2025 compared to previous years since the COVID-19 pandemic.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

I've Lived in New England for 24 Years-and This Charming Seaside Town Is Worth Visiting All 4 Seasons

The quaintness has always been present, but the increased interest in Mystic, the evolution of its restaurant scene, the rise of social media, and the changes in how people travel have all contributed to its remarkable growth. The Delamar adds a luxury hotel and fine dining that enhance Mystic's charm while welcoming visitors to stay longer and experience the town more deeply.
Travel
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

3 New England restaurants among the most anticipated openings, according to Food & Wine

Three New England restaurants are among 12 eateries opening this spring, recognized by Food & Wine magazine for their innovative cuisine.
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago

Lowell was named the best place to live in Mass. But why?

"In the past, I've never really found a place that I would commit to staying for so long, and without hesitation, I was like, 'Where do I sign?' That's how much I love living here."
Boston real estate
#college-basketball
fromNewsday
1 month ago
National Basketball Association

Providence ousted from Big East Tournament, expected to fire coach Kim English

fromNewsday
1 month ago
National Basketball Association

Providence ousted from Big East Tournament, expected to fire coach Kim English

Boston real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

The Best Places to Live in Massachusetts, According to a New Ranking

Lowell, Massachusetts ranks as the best place to live in Massachusetts by blending industrial heritage with modern amenities, diverse cultural institutions, and major employers in healthcare, manufacturing, and education.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

In a region desperate for fresh retail, Bow Market is 'a total unicorn situation.' Why?

Bow Market transformed a vacant garage into a thriving entrepreneurial hub with over two dozen vendors and minimal vacancy, demonstrating successful adaptive reuse of underutilized urban space.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Providence mulls 4% rent cap as national rent control debate boils

Providence city council proposed a rent stabilization ordinance capping most annual rent increases at 4%, potentially discouraging new housing construction.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Here's where Mass. finished on the latest list of most educated states

According to a recent WalletHub analysis, Massachusetts claimed the No. 1 spot among all 50 states thanks to its exceptional levels of higher education attainment and strong public school performance. The annual report, dubbed Most & Least Educated States in America (2026), used 18 metrics ranging from the share of residents with college degrees to public school performance and achievement disparities across gender and race.
Education
Environment
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Rhode Island's last ski area faces an existential threat: No snow

Yawgoo Valley's ski season is shrinking as rising temperatures and variable winters reduce natural snow and limit mechanical snowmaking capacity.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Man allegedly kills man in R.I. before causing car crash that killed 2 in Mass.

Based on the preliminary investigation, the motive is believed to be a dispute between the suspect and the victim over a mutual female acquaintance. Detectives are continuing this investigation to gain more insight, as well as to collect and analyze evidence.
SOMA, SF
US news
fromBronx Times
1 month ago

OUR FORGOTTEN BOROUGH | Getting the Bronx moving: What's being done to help connect more residents across their city more swiftly - Bronx Times

New York City's new mayor revived a paused bus lane project on Fordham Road in the Bronx to increase bus speeds from 4 mph to faster transit for 130,000 daily riders.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Massachusetts is 1 of 4 states that lost private-sector jobs over the last five years

It's an indicator of economic health and the direction of the state,
Business
Design
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

I'm an Interior Designer, and These Are My Favorite Places to Shop for Antiques in New England

Antique shops and regional fairs in New England offer unique, conversation-starting objects that enrich homes and design through curated, local treasure hunting.
Boston real estate
fromTelecompetitor
1 month ago

Ripple Fiber announces expansion to Haverhill, Massachusetts

Ripple Fiber will deploy high-speed fiber internet to over 10,000 homes and businesses in Haverhill, Massachusetts, with service launching later in 2026.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

REMAX adds 300-agent Rhode Island brokerage

A Rhode Island broker converted his HomeSmart brokerage to REMAX, joining a trend of broker-owners recognizing REMAX's agent-focused tools, brand recognition, and global network advantages.
US politics
fromwww.njspotlightnews.org
1 month ago

Gateway is a pain - for now. Here's how it will make your life better

The new Portal Bridge will eliminate a key bottleneck on the Northeast Corridor and advance Amtrak's $16 billion Gateway project despite funding disputes delaying completion.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Luxury Buffet Where You'll Find Rhode Island's Best Prime Rib, According To Customers - Tasting Table

The Nordic buffet in Rhode Island serves exceptionally tender slow-cooked Black Angus prime rib praised for flavor, large portions, and flavorful au jus and sides.
fromHer Campus
2 months ago

Navigating Marketing Internships: Where to Go, What to Do, and How to Find What's Best for You!

As college students, we have all felt the stress and confusion around the conversation of summer internships: what do I want to do? Am I qualified for anything? Where do I start, and how do I apply? These are all the questions I, as well as most students, have when thinking about potential internships. It's easy to get overwhelmed. So, let this be a guide for where to go, what to do, and how to, hopefully, find your dream internship for the summer!
Higher education
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Rhode Island housing package targets zoning, parking and SROs

Rhode Island is becoming a model for housing policy in other states. We've passed more than 60 new housing laws that are having real results. He cited a 70% increase in building permits in 2023, the largest since the Great Recession. He also noted that construction takes time. We are still trying to play catch-up for all the years that Rhode Island was dead last in the country for new housing starts.
East Bay real estate
fromTelecompetitor
2 months ago

GoNetspeed announces 6 Gbps speeds in four northeast states

"GoNetspeed is thrilled to take another major step forward for our customers as we elevate the quality of their online experience with the rollout of 6 gig,"
Business
US politics
fromBitcoin Magazine
2 months ago

Rhode Island Reintroduces Bill To Study Blockchain And Crypto

Rhode Island will form a legislative commission to study blockchain, NFTs, and crypto and recommend pro-business policies with consumer protections.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

UMass Lowell wants to make the city a destination with a new rink and hotel

UMass Lowell will add an ice rink and downtown hotel through the Lowell Innovation Network Corridor to attract students, residents, visitors, and economic activity.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Map: Here's where power outages are being reported in Mass., R.I., N.H.

High winds and 18–24 inches of snow threaten widespread power outages across southeastern Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and parts of New Hampshire.
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Brown University pays out first workforce grants under deal with Trump

Brown reached an agreement with the Trump administration last summer to restore millions of dollars in federal research funding and to end federal investigations into the institution. In exchange, the university agreed to pay $50 million to organizations in Rhode Island focused on workforce training over the next 10 years. Several other universities reached similar deals with the administration to restore federal funding, though the details of what the schools would pay vary greatly.
US news
Boston real estate
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Back Bay's 'ugly duckling' is getting a makeover

Developers are converting an 11-unit apartment building into a luxury single-family home on Commonwealth Avenue in Back Bay, restoring it to match historic neighborhood architecture.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Boston's innovation economy hits a new milestone in global rankings

Five Boston-area companies achieved record representation on LexisNexis's Top 100 Global Innovators list, demonstrating the region's leadership in biotech, life sciences, and consumer technology innovation.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Northeast ERA Real Estate agencies merge across state lines

A combined brokerage leverages shared values and regional synergies to expand real estate market presence across Connecticut and New York, targeting growth along the I-84 corridor.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Providence man dies after assault by group of 11- and 12-year-olds

A 51-year-old man, Romy Alfonso, died after being assaulted by four juveniles in Providence; the youths were apprehended and charged with felony assault and conspiracy.
Real estate
fromThedrum
1 month ago

PMG Accelerates Growth in New York and by Building Modern Network of Office Hubs

PMG is expanding its national office footprint with 91,000 square feet of new space in 2022 to support hybrid work, talent attraction, and collaboration with brands and partners.
US news
fromTravel + Leisure
2 months ago

This City Was Named the Best Place to Live in the Northeast-and It's a Vibrant Suburb of New Jersey

Clifton, New Jersey ranks top in the Northeast for livability because of NYC proximity, strong schools, abundant parks, arts, transit access, and healthy housing values.
Boston real estate
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
2 months ago

What Is The "health" Of A Boston Condo Association Mean? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

A Boston condo association's health depends on financial stability, physical maintenance, operational transparency, sufficient reserves, low delinquency, clear records, and adequate insurance coverage.
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
2 months ago

Are Americans Moving Less Frequently? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Regional Concentration: Most relocations now occur within the same region rather than across the country. Households are increasingly "trading one nearby city for another" to find better housing affordability without leaving their home state or region. Proximity to Home: Over 50% of moves stay within the same county, and approximately 80% remain within the same state. Long-distance interstate moves accounted for only about 19.3% of all relocations in 2024-2025.
Real estate
Real estate
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

High-End Construction Really Does Help Everyone

Expanding market-rate and subsidized housing can lower citywide prices by creating cascading vacancies that let lower-income households move into cheaper units.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Embrace Home Loans to originate mortgages for Amalgamated Bank

Under the agreement, Embrace will originate and service loans for Amalgamated Bank through an exclusive platform. Amalgamated Bank is a New York-based, full-service commercial bank and chartered trust company with five branches across New York City, Washington, D.C., and San Francisco, as well as a commercial office in Boston. Embrace will offer a proprietary program that certifies a property's value and provides sellers with a $10,000 backup cash guarantee, making a homebuyer's bid more attractive than a cash offer.
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