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Massachusetts State Trooper shares personal connection at camp for diabetes | ABC6
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ASSONET, Mass. (WLNE) — Members of Massachusetts State Police recently visited Camp Jack, a six-week day camp for kids with Type 1 diabetes.
On Saturday, officials shared that State Trooper John Pina, Officer Kobey Imbert, and Detective Chris Medeiros visited Camp Jack.
Trooper Pina took the opportunity to share his personal story of being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes as a child.
On top of hearing Pina’s story, the kids were able to try on riot gear and see the police vehicles up close.
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Massachusetts House fails to take up wind farm commission in approved climate bill
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As cleanup crews removed debris from a broken turbine blade on the shores of Nantucket, state representatives did not include a wind farm commission in their approved climate bill.
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Salem woman wants to help family with $1 million lottery prize
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SALEM, Mass. (WWLP) – A woman from Salem has become the winner of a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$4,000,000 Monopoly Doubler” $10 instant ticket game.
Francisca Uceta De Placencio of Salem chose to receive her prize in cash and received a one-time payment of $650,000, before taxes. De Placencio told the Massachusetts Lottery that she plans on investing and helping her family with her winnings.
The winning ticket was purchased at Armas Convenience Store on Jefferson Avenue in Salem. The retailer will receive a $10,000 bonus for the sale of the winning ticket.
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The 3 Most Affordable Places to Live in Massachusetts for 2024
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It’s quite clear that folks from different walks of life enjoy visiting and moving to Massachusetts. If you’re looking for a top state to raise a family, Massachusetts checks that box. If you are looking for a state with a sound education, Massachusetts checks that box. If you are looking for a state that has areas of beautiful mountains and wide open spaces along with the downtown hustle and bustle spotlighting live music, art, and high-tech jobs, Massachusetts checks those boxes as well.
Where are the Most Adorable Places to Live in Massachusetts?
If you’re thinking of moving to Massachusetts but are looking for some of the most affordable towns and cities to live in (and who isn’t), you’ve come to the right place. Houzeo.com recently released a study analyzing the 7 Cheapest Places to Live in Massachusetts in 2024 According to the site, the analysis weighed several factors, including median household income, median home value, population, unemployment rate, and poverty rate. Below are the top three most affordable places to live in Massachusetts according to Houzeo.com.
The City of Pittsfield comes in at the number three position
- Cost of Living Compared to National Average: 4.1%
- Median Home Price: $280,035
- Median Rent: $1,454
- Known For: The Colonial Theater
Houzeo Says:
With rental costs below the national average, Pittsfield stands as one of the most affordable cities to live in Massachusetts. The house rent price is between $700 – $2,400.
The City of Springfield comes in at the number two position
- Cost of Living Compared to National Average: 3.8%
- Median Home Price: $260,848
- Median Rent: $1,600
- Known For: Springfield Armory National Historic Site
Houzeo Says:
Springfield is one of the most budget-friendly rental destinations in Massachusetts with an average home rent ranging from $905 – $5,000. It also offers affordable healthcare which is 8.7% lower than the national average.
The City of North Adams takes the top spot in the site’s study.
- Cost of Living Compared to National Average: 4.1%
- Median Home Price: $228,540
- Median Rent: $1,400
- Known For: Natural Bridge State Park
Houzeo Says:
North Adams is an affordable place to live in Massachusetts. Its median house rent ranges from $850 – $1,690. It also offers very affordable transportation which is 27.4% lower than the national average.
You can review the remaining areas that made the list by going here.
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