New Braintree Biz Promises To Keep Community Stocked With Local, Organic Foods New Braintree Biz Promises To Keep Community Stocked With Local, Organic Foods
New Braintree Biz Promises To Keep Community Stocked With Local, Organic Foods No more scouring the shelves of conventional grocery stores for specialty items, Norfolk County's newest business has you covered. Schubert Provisions, a plant-based grocery store situated at 353 Washington Street in Braintree, opened on Saturday, August 5 to much excitement from locals who love plants and organic produce and pantry items.  The store says it strives to give Braintree options that are healthier for their bodies and the planet. Visitors can stock up on home goods and pantry items that are either locally sourced, organic, or natural (but all are plant-based.) …
Lottery Winner Returns To Work After Picking Up $1M Check Lottery Winner Returns To Work After Picking Up $1M Check
Lottery Winner Returns To Work After Picking Up $1M Check A fat check didn't stop one Middlesex County lottery winner from going to work later that same day.  Tyler Considine, a Dracut mechanic, won $1 million in the “100X Cash” instant ticket game on Wednesday, Aug. 2, according to the Massachusetts State Lottery. Considine took the lump-sum payment worth $650,000 before taxes. But instead of immediately going on a spending spree, he said his first stop would be to deposit his winnings and then clock in at work.  Considine bought the lucky ticket at the Dracut Town Variety store at 1734 Lakeview Ave. in Dracut. The store will get a $1…
Fact Check: Star Henry Winkler Really Is That Nice, Fans At Mass Convention Say Fact Check: Star Henry Winkler Really Is That Nice, Fans At Mass Convention Say
Fact Check: Star Henry Winkler Really Is That Nice, Fans At Mass Convention Say The Fonz is as cool as you'd expect. At least that's according to the hundreds of fans who met him over the weekend at New England's biggest comic book convention, where he was a speaker.  Henry Winkler, star of "Happy Days" and "Barry," attended the annual convention Fan Expo Boston on Friday through Sunday, Aug.4-6, where he shared stories from his storied career, interacted with excited fans, and gave those who met him memories that will last a lifetime.  Winkler happily posed for photos with scores of fans, leading to an outpouring of glowing social media posts about the star.  Som…
'One Less Dining Option': Eatery Closes Doors Permanently In Eastern Mass 'One Less Dining Option': Eatery Closes Doors Permanently In Eastern Mass
'One Less Dining Option': Eatery Closes Doors Permanently In Eastern Mass Some Essex County diners will have to find their bloomin' onions somewhere else now that a local location of a national chain closed for good.  The Outback Steakhouse located on Pelham Street in Methuen closed permanently, according to its Facebook page.  The national chain is inspired by Australian steakhouses but is based in Tampa, Florida. The casual eatery is known for its steaks, seafood dishes, and its original "bloomin' onion," all advertised with an Australian twist.  The Methuen location had an average review of three stars on Yelp, with some loving the location's s…
Eatery Known For Drawing Long Lines Opens New Eastern Mass Location Eatery Known For Drawing Long Lines Opens New Eastern Mass Location
Eatery Known For Drawing Long Lines Opens New Eastern Mass Location The newest location of a fan-favorite chain is bringing chic brunch dishes and baked goods to Middlesex County.  Tatte Bakery, a chain of bakeshops and brunch restaurants, opened a new location at 645 Massachusetts Avenue in Arlington on Wednesday, August 2, according to the eatery's website.  The bakery began in Boston 15 years ago and now serves up its delicious treats and meals at locations across Massachusetts and Washington, D.C.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tatte Bakery (@tattebakery) The eatery's menu has plenty of o…
Only 'The Best' For Braintree: New Restaurant Opens To Community's Excitement Only 'The Best' For Braintree: New Restaurant Opens To Community's Excitement
Only 'The Best' For Braintree: New Restaurant Opens To Community's Excitement A new market and restaurant soft launched in Norfolk County, and future customers shared messages of support for the new business.  Waves Seafood, a seafood market located at 190 Quincy Avenue in Braintree, opened its doors at noon on Wednesday, August 2, according to the eatery's Facebook page.  The store will offer its community fresh fish, prepared foods, and hot meals to go. Offerings will include fish plates, scallops, and whole belly clams, according to the store's Facebook.  "Thank you all for your patience, support, and well-wishes," read a post on the business's Facebook. "To all…
Newton Eatery Opens From Ashes Of Beloved Boston Restaurant Newton Eatery Opens From Ashes Of Beloved Boston Restaurant
Newton Eatery Opens From Ashes Of Beloved Boston Restaurant A new cafe is open in Middlesex County with the same chef that cooked up meals at a now-closed, fan-favorite restaurant.  Stella Newton, a casual Italian eatery located at 549 Commonwealth Avenue in Newton Centre, opened on Friday, July 28, receiving multiple five-star ratings, according to the eatery's Instagram page and Google reviews.  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Stella Newton (@stellanewtonn) The cafe is the reincarnation of Stella, a closed restaurant that served up Italian favorites in Boston's South End. Evan Deluty…
New Cambridge Eatery Opens To Rave Reviews New Cambridge Eatery Opens To Rave Reviews
New Cambridge Eatery Opens To Rave Reviews A new Middlesex County eatery was called "stunning" by one opening night diner.  Gufo, a modern Italian eatery and cafe located at 660 Cambridge Street in East Cambridge, opened on Friday, July 28. Its first guests are reporting an amazing debut, according to Google reviews.  Boston’s Coda Restaurant Group is behind the new restaurant. The eatery's sister restaurants, The Salty Pig and SRV are both located in Boston.  Gufo's current menu offers an array of Italian favorites, including mushroom pizza, made with mozzarella, fontina, and roasted garlic, squid ink bucatini, made with baby cla…
Somerville Eatery Announces Closure After 13 Years, Bids Regulars Goodbye Somerville Eatery Announces Closure After 13 Years, Bids Regulars Goodbye
Somerville Eatery Announces Closure After 13 Years, Bids Regulars Goodbye A Middlesex County eatery announced the last day it will be open to customers, saying its business was no longer sustainable.   True Bistro, a plant-based restaurant located at 1153 Broadway in Somerville, will be closing after its final day of service on August 27, 2023, according to a post on the eatery's Facebook page.   "We have used all of the pandemic government funding we have received and we have still not reached pre-pandemic sales levels," the post read. "We just can't see any way forward at this point." Fans of the restaurant took to the comments section to share messages of he…
Local Tewksbury Eatery Closes, Sells To 'Authentic' New Restaurant Local Tewksbury Eatery Closes, Sells To 'Authentic' New Restaurant
Local Tewksbury Eatery Closes, Sells To 'Authentic' New Restaurant A Middlesex County business made the "difficult" decision to close their restaurant after being faced with rising costs for necessary supplies and ingredients.  Bobby & Jacks Memphis Barbecue, located at 1777 Main Street in Tewksbury, closed their restaurant on Saturday, June 24 after five years of business, according to a post on their Facebook page.  The choice to close was "simply a business decision," the post read, and will allow the owners to focus on their other restuarants, the two locations of Jon Ryans Pub in Billerica and Tewksbury.  "With rising costs in every category part…
Eastern Mass City Named One Of Best Small Communities In Country, New Report Says Eastern Mass City Named One Of Best Small Communities In Country, New Report Says
Eastern Mass City Named One Of Best Small Communities In Country, New Report Says An Essex County community was highlighted as a stellar destination for visitors, according to a new report.  The coastal city of Gloucester was ranked one of the best small towns and cities in the US in a list published by CNN on Friday, July 21. The city boasts America’s oldest seaport is home to 29,836 people, according to Census data, but is also a prime spot for visitors.  The CNN list recommended the city for visitors, who can enjoy the city's rich maritime history, fresh seafood and delicious dining, and some of the "world's most beautiful beaches," according…
Beloved Needham Eatery Announces Closure After More Than 30 Years Beloved Needham Eatery Announces Closure After More Than 30 Years
Beloved Needham Eatery Announces Closure After More Than 30 Years An eatery known for its huge portions is closing, much to the sadness of patrons who say it had the "best chicken salad sandwiches, hands down, anywhere."  Mighty Subs, a sandwich shop located at 250 Highland Avenue in Needham, is closing on Friday, July 28 after 33 years in business, according to social media and Yelp reports.  The shop lived up to its slogan of "our small is their large," serving up massive versions of classic sandwiches, including subs loaded with meatballs, chicken salad, or roast beef.  "The size of the subs are large enough to feed 2 normal people or 1 hungry adult …