Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.
If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.
It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.
Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.
Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!
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A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?
You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?
With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.
Help us celebrate Mother's Day 2018 by sending in your mother-daughter/son lookalike photo.
A spray deck, tower climber, young children's area and more await. (Some parts will have to wait for summer, of course.)
Sign up today for one of many summer camp programs at Riverside Theatre Works in Hyde Park.
And Mayor Martin Walsh himself presented the engagement ring to the couple at the finish line.
Fans of the world’s most popular board game voted on cities to be included in the new Monopoly Here & Now games and Boston made the cut.
Teams from around New England competed last weekend.
It was a pre-Valentine's Day gift to the hospitalized kids.
Either Star-Lord or Captain America would make a charitable donation after the big game.
People are itching to find how who did it and why. Do you have any idea?
Driving is dangerous anywhere, but a new study from Wallet Hub claims Massachusetts is one of the least risky states for drivers' wallets.
In its first week of operation, Missing Dogs Massachusetts has already reunited 16 pups with their families.
The 2-year-old dog has already made strides in making victims feel more at ease.
Patrick Administration Unveils New One-Stop-Shop Web Portal for Municipal Grants
Three Roslindale residents were among the 535 students who graduated from MGH Institute of Health Professions.
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
Long car rides inspired Dana Edelman and his 11-year-old son Jaiden to create "The Massachusetts Song (You Athol)," which has had more than 10,000 views on YouTube in less than a month.
Your neighbors are looking for help this holiday season.
Money raised by the athletic challenge is going to Mass. General Hospital and Children's Hospital.
The ticket, sold in the central Massachusetts town of Sterling, is worth $61.4 million.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
You'll pay 5.20 percent this coming tax season instead of 5.25 percent.
The one-year pilot program is set to begin in the spring
Find which Bay State organizations are ready for your donation on #GivingTuesday.
A West Roxbury 4th grader has raised money to pay for over 300 pounds of food for those in need.
Lace up those skates, it’s the season to hit the ice.
Frosty, Rudolph and Charlie Brown are coming to town.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Families in need to receive Thanksgiving dinner.
Donating a coat is a great way to help a neighbor this holiday season. We'll help you find coat drives near you.