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After Massachusetts gets some snow, could there be a White Christmas?

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December 19, 2024

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After Massachusetts gets some snow, could there be a White Christmas?

Are you dreaming of a White Christmas?

You could be in luck if you live in certain spots of the Bay State.

A few rounds of snow showers in the days leading up to Dec. 25 means there’s a “decent chance” for a White Christmas in parts of Massachusetts, according to the National Weather Service’s Boston office.

The first round of snow is expected to come late Friday night into Saturday from an offshore coastal storm. Meteorologists are forecasting about 1 to 3 inches of snow, with the highest amounts across interior eastern Massachusetts.

“… Not expecting much in the way of impacts from this wintry system, more of a festive pre-Christmas snowfall that will drop anywhere from a coating to an inch or two from Friday into Saturday afternoon,” reads the National Weather Service’s forecast discussion.

Following the snow, get ready to bundle up. It will get downright frigid over the weekend.

“It will be one of the coldest air masses we’ve seen so far in the early portion of these winter months,” Andrew Loconto,a meteorologist at the National Weather Service’s Boston office, told the Herald.

High temps on Saturday will be around freezing, and then the coldest air will be on Sunday when high temps will be in the low 20s — with wind chills around 10 to 15. The wind chills Sunday night could drop to five below zero.

Temps Monday should rebound into the upper 20s before ticking up for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

But as far as precipitation goes for Christmas Eve and Day, there could be rain or snow depending on where you live. It’s looking more likely for rain in southeastern Massachusetts, and snowfall across the interior.

A White Christmas is defined as one inch of snow depth measured on Christmas morning.

“The areas with the best shot for an inch of snow is probably interior New England,” Loconto said. “There’s a decent chance (for a White Christmas) for those interior areas, and for northeastern Massachusetts.”

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Massachusetts faces World Cup-test with friendly match in Foxboro

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March 26, 2026

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Massachusetts faces World Cup-test with friendly match in Foxboro

(WJAR) — Massachusetts will get a taste of World Cup action in Foxboro on Thursday.

There is a friendly match between Brazil and France at Gillette Stadium.

It’s being considered a test ahead of World Cup matches in June.

Massachusetts governor Maura Healey says dozens of agencies are involved in making sure the 7 World Cup matches are safe and secure.

Thursday is a test for transportation for the World Cup.

The MBTA will have 4 trains going from South Station to Foxboro.

MassDOT expects heavy traffic to begin later this morning with new traffic patterns near Gillette for the match.

As for the teams, NBC 10 caught up with Team France at their practice.

Team France says it is excited to face off against one of the best teams in the world.

France is ranked 3rd worldwide while Brazil is ranked 5th.

Parking opens at noon while the game’s kickoff is at 4:00 p.m.

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Gov. Maura Healey says Massachusetts is ‘match ready’ for World Cup

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March 25, 2026

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Gov. Maura Healey says Massachusetts is ‘match ready’ for World Cup

Gov. Maura Healey spoke Wednesday about the public health and safety preparations it is making ahead of this summer’s World Cup matches in Massachusetts.

Gillette Stadium — to be called Boston Stadium — will be the site of seven matches between June 13 and July 9.

The state is carrying out planning and training with local, state and federal agencies on everything from transportation and crowd management to cybersecurity, public health, and emergency response.

“Residents and visitors alike can be confident that we are prepared to host a safe, secure and successful World Cup,” Healey said.

Healey said the state secured about $76 million in federal funding to pay for security and preparedness.

The state has more information about the World Cup at Match-Ready Massachusetts.

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Here are 8 Massachusetts Easter egg hunts to bring the kids to this year

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March 25, 2026

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Here are 8 Massachusetts Easter egg hunts to bring the kids to this year

The arrival of spring means Easter is almost here – it falls on Sunday, April 5, this year.

With the holiday only two weeks away, Christians all over New England are preparing to celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus. However, for children, the holiday is significant for another reason: candy.

All across the country on Easter Sunday, children will hunt for hidden Easter eggs in hopes of finding a sweet treasure inside. Wondering where they can do so in Massachusetts?

Here are eight Easter celebrations and egg hunts in Massachusetts to bring the kids to this year.

Easter Egg Hunt at Smolak Farms

Hop into Easter fun with the egg hunt at Smolak Farms, where children are welcome to gather as many eggs and goods they can find. Tickets, which cost $25 per child, also include photos with the Easter Bunny, lawn games, music and animal viewing. Hayrides and fresh apple cider donuts will also be available for purchase.

The egg hunts will take place on April 4: one at 11 a.m. for childen ages 1-4, and another at noon for children ages 5-9. Smolak Farms is located at 315 South Bradford St. in North Andover.

Patriot Place Easter Egg Roll

Head to Patriot Place for an Easter Egg Roll right across from Gillette Stadium, home of the New England Patriots. Open for ages 1-8, the event promises to be an “egg-citing day filled with adventure,” according to the website.

Patriot Place’s Easter egg roll will take place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, April 3, located on the North End Zone Plaza across from the Patriots ProShop. Registration is required for this event and can be done through the Patriot Place Advantage App.

Eggstravaganza at The Zoo in Forest Park

Celebrate Easter with your children’s favorite zoo animals at The Zoo in Forest Park, where the Eggstravaganza event includes face painting, crafts, a Bunny Trail with goodies throughout the zoo and, of course, visits with animals including the Easter Bunny himself.

Tickets cost $13 for adults, $8 for children or $9 for seniors and military, with discounted admission available to zoo members. All tickets must be purchased online in advance.

The Zoo in Forest Park’s Eggstravaganza will be from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 4 at 293 Sumner Ave. in Springfield.

Bunny Bash with The Arc South Shore

Head to Derby Street Shops for the fourth annual Bunny Bash on The Green, presented by The Arc South Shore. Along with an egg hunt, the springtime event includes fac painting, temporary tattoos and photos wirh the Easter Bunny.

The Bunny Bash will take place on Friday, April 3, with one session at 10 a.m. and another session at 11 a.m. Tickets, which can be bought online, cost $10 per person. The Green at Derby Street Shops is located at 92-98 Derby St. in Hingham.

Easter Sunday Brunch Train

Looking for a unique way to celebrate Easter? Hop on the Cape Cod Central Railroad for an Easter Sunday brunch on wheels. The 2.5-hour train ride will allow you and your family to relax, take in the sights of the Cape Cod Canal and enjoy a three-course meal, with specialty Easter options including Cadbury creme French toast, poached pear overnight oats and carrot cake for dessert.

Train tickets start at $54.99 for children ages 3-12 and $74.99 for adults, though premium and lounge seating options are also available at an increased price. All bookings can be made online, and any remaining tickets will be sold in-person on a first come, first serve basis.

The Easter Sunday Brunch train will start at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, April 5. Trains depart from 252 Main St. in Hyannis.

Easter Egg Hunt at C.N. Smith Farm

The Easter egg hunt at C.N. Smith Farm includes 12 eggs per child, pictures with the Easter Bunny, a model train display, a bubble machine and goods from the farmstand. Plus, after hunting for eggs, children can enjoy hot cocoa with Peep bunnies, as well as cider donuts and treats in the donut barn.

Admission costs $15 per child, and all reservations must be made online in advance. C.N. Smith Farm’s egg hunt will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, April 3 and Saturday, April 4. The farm is located at 325 South St. in East Bridgewater.

Hammond Castle Easter Egg Hunt

Would your kids enjoy hunting for eggs on the grounds of a real castle? Hammond Castle Museum is hosting its annual Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 28. The castle has not yet released a time or tickets, so be sure to check the website for the latest details.

Easter Bunny Adventure at Silver Bell Farm

At Silver Bell Farm’s Easter Bunny Adventure, the goal of the egg hunt is to look for the rare silver egg in the Christmas Tree Forest. However, the fun doesn’t stop at the egg hunt. Additional activities include visits with the Easter Bunny, a story walk along the bunny trail, an outdoor play area, a train ride and more. Be sure to stop in the City Sidewalk Cafe or Santa’s Sleigh Shop to shop for some special treats and gifts.

The Easter Bunny Adventure will take place from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29, with sign-ups for specific timeslots available. Silver Bell Farm is located at 305 Silver St. in Monson.

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