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MA Lags Behind Northeast Neighbors For Charitable Giving, New Study Finds: Here's Why MA Lags Behind Northeast Neighbors For Charitable Giving, New Study Finds: Here's Why
MA Lags Behind Northeast Neighbors For Charitable Giving, New Study Finds: Here's Why Some Northeast and mid-Atlantic states are among the most charitable in the country, while others lag behind, according to a new study. WalletHub released its 2025 list of the Most Charitable States on Monday, Nov. 10. The personal finance website compared all 50 states across 17 factors, including volunteer rates, donations as a share of income, and the number of charities per capita. The study found that generosity depends on more than just money. "The most charitable states aren't just the places where people give the largest raw amounts of money," said WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo.…

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by Chris Spiker
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MA Ranks Among Nation's Top 10 For Arts, New Study Says: Here's Why MA Ranks Among Nation's Top 10 For Arts, New Study Says: Here's Why
MA Ranks Among Nation's Top 10 For Arts, New Study Says: Here's Why From world-class museums to thriving nonprofits, the Northeast remains a national hub for the arts — but not every state in the region is keeping pace. SmileHub released its 2025 list of best states for the arts on Monday, April 1. The report compared all 50 states using 16 key measures — including access to arts nonprofits, artist pay, education programs, and public funding. Arts-based industries employ nearly 5.2 million people nationwide, according to SmileHub. "Engagement with the arts is shown to benefit mental health, improve the likelihood of young people being recognized for a…

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by Chris Spiker
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Jersey Mike’s Opens New Location In Litchfield County Jersey Mike’s Opens New Location In Litchfield County
Jersey Mike’s Opens New Location In Litchfield County After a lengthy wait, the new Jersey Mike’s Subs location has opened up a new eatery in Northern Connecticut. It's in Litchfield County, in New Milford. Earlier this month, the popular sandwich shop celebrated its grand opening at Litchfield Crossings on Danbury Road, New Milford’s largest shopping center. Calling it “the true American sub,” free coupons were provided to the eatery’s first patrons, with charitable contributions being contributed to Camella’s Cupboard, a non-profit dedicated to feeding families and changing lives in the community. “The waiting is over and we are thrilled t…

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by Zak Failla