So while getting Chipotle in Westfield today, there was a soda flat that was in their outdoor seating area, put out there by someone that had a bunch of twenties in it. They are real, with watermark, security strip and more, I've inspected it well and it appears to be a genuine circulated $20. There was maybe $160.00 there for the taking, I took one, I'm not poor but I'm not wealthy either and I'm not selfish to the point where I would just grab them all That's kind of stupid. But what gives? I'm not going to go to their church or anything they're just out there giving out $20 bills? Two other customers came out after me walked by and then went to walk back and I told them hey go get your free money take two there's two of you or take one or take all of them I don't care I don't know what kind of social experiment this is or who left it here. Anyone ever see this before?

Edit: i don't use reddit much. It's astounding to me that reading a thought-out post that uses punctuation, gives background for context and isn't just shouting... gets accused of being AI. Wtf. I'm just looking for recommendations from people in Massachusetts... as to where my family might fit in.... maybe I need to look elsewhere if that is the culture there too.

Original: Husband, wife, 4 kids. My family has always wanted to move up into the new England area. The election results have changed the area we have always lived at in GA. What was normally a quiet town turned into a self empowered red hat mafia overnight. Young men telling women of all ages to know their place. I personally witnessed an elderly man with a 'voted for T' sticker on his veteran hat, tell a young women working at dollar general, that she "had better start saying Sir if she knows whats good for her, now that a real leader is in charge"

I was speechless.

We have three children under 18. We are very open and honest and loving family. We all have friends in the pride community. Several of us do not fit into a binary scale of gender identification or heteronormative orientation. We want to live in a place that is inclusive and safe for people who may decide to hang a pride flag or two.

Where, though? We visited Massachusetts several years ago and loved the landscape. Politically and literally. We raise livestock, grow our own food, and feed other families in need. We host potlucks so families that do not have much food security can bring a little and get a lot.

We have a home we could sell. Pack it all up and move. Literally, everyone is onboard. The kids have a few friends they would, of course, hate to leave, but have talked about it being better for our family to relocate somewhere with a community that fits us better.

But where. I hear western Massachusetts is affordable. We only require high-speed internet for work and school and a little space for animals. 5 acres and high speed, and we would be set.

So I have been reaching out to churches, pantries and as much as I hate to do it I figured I'd try and make a post here. I am a stay at home mom, my husband is a manager at an auto parts store and we have a 3 year old son Noah. I have been SO worried and stressed about trying to give him a nice Christmas. We are barely able to scrap by and pay rent, keep the heat on and afford food let alone even begin to think of how we'll be able to get him gifts. If anyone has any lead, ideas or willing to help I appreciate it more than you know 😮‍💨 thank you for taking the time to read this

Sincerely Sad Mama

Basing this mostly off the ‘NIMBY’ posts and the purported ‘fuck you—got mine’ mentalities.

Is it more-so that you guys are ‘conservative’ in the sense that you don’t want to lose your values?

Or is it all of the ‘old money’ and religion?

What’s your take on it?

Is it awful to live there? Is it constant noise?

I don’t mind it much, I lived in Somerville and it was drowned out. But I’m seeing rentals right around the AFB and I’m worried it’s intolerable?

Thank you for the advice! I’ve just started as a Pipe Handler with National Grid and I hold an associate degree in electrical engineering. I’m really interested in transitioning into a utility position. Could you guide me on how I could switch to that role and if I’d be able to apply as an internal candidate once I’m through my probationary period?

Appreciate any insight you can offer!

Went to Revere Beach this afternoon to check out the area and noticed a large fire north of where I was. Smoke heading out over the water. Not sure whether a wildfire or a normal occurrence?

Ok I'm not overly political, but I always lean Democratic. I have been feeling more than a little apprehensive about what our future holds now that we have a fully Republican government. How safe are we here in Mass, due to our liberal state government? Can he affect our daily lives here, other than the incoming tariff and such? Could someone lay out what I can expect?

Hi, im thinking of moving to Haverhill downtown. I work in Andover. And my office people suggested Haverhill and I can see that its affordable. Can you tell me if its a safe place to live for a single female?

Anyone else’s ballot never get delivered? Checked this afternoon and still not there …. Thankfully I went and voted in person but it’s kinda crazy. I also sent it by mail over 2 weeks ago

Does anyone know of any women’s groups in the north Middlesex region?

I’m struggling to find places to volunteer. Specifically looking for advocacy groups to try and make a difference but open to any and all suggestions.

No I am not a trump supporter or republican (politically independent)

It’s becoming more annoying than the Trump supporters themselves. Just accept the loss and move on, there will be another presidential election in for years. People forget we live in a democracy and Trump is who the majority of voted wanted. And let’s stop looking at presidential candidates based off presentation alone and look at competency and policies that effect more then just pregnancy and social programs.

We literally have multiple countries including two super powers (BRICS) that want nothing more then to take over our land where their citizens do not have as many rights or say in legislation as we do!

Not saying anyone’s opinion is invalid and it’s okay to be afraid. But stop complaining, if you want to make a change do your research instead of looking at it as an eye sore because you got offended by words and snippets that are made by leftist media. Russia & China do not care about how their citizens “feel.”

P.S. The amount of back lash and downvotes is incredible as I am just voicing my opinion. Especially when I am open ears on having a civil, constructive discussion. Even asking for sources that have not been provided for a particular reasoning.

Hello fellow massholes! I am buying my first car and wondering how it works. For reference I am under my mom’s insurance.. I am buying a car from providence and I live in Massachusetts. What are the steps that need to be taken? Can I drive it home that day if I bring plates from another vehicle from the home? What do I have to do after?

Thanks!

Is there something besides the obvious answers?

I feel selling land is kind of distinct from selling homes.

Seems like it would be a win-win if someone was willing to pay considerably for a 100-200 sq ft.

I have about 7k saved up and my girlfriend and I need to find a place I make $27 an hour and her $21 we both have bills and are trying to keep our rent around 2k or lower but not higher where can we go? My job is all over the greater Boston area and hers is in Woburn

A friend of mine, who is an American citizen living in Boston, told me that during the election, he went to vote and noticed that the ballot he received had a reference number.

He mentioned that each voter’s ballot had a different reference number.

In theory, this means it could be possible to trace each voter’s choice back to them, which would actually violate the principle of secret voting.

Do you think he’s telling the truth?

I understand the landlord has to let us know WHEN it will happen and can request that we not be there but do we legally have to leave?

Thank you for any info!

Given what Healey said this week, whether or not you disagree with her. It has angered many Trump supporters and Trump. Do you think he will try to rig state elections to get Allie’s in power?

Yes ma has had gop governors but they were moderate

They flipped one Senate seat, so now it's 5 out of 40. I'm curious, what do you even do day-to-day as a state senator when your party is outnumbered this much?

Is it like the most chill job ever? Where you could accomplish nothing in years, for completely justifiable reasons?

This applies to Democrats in deeply red states too, but I'm more curious about MA, since the gap is so big, and directionally, liberals tend to want to change things, and conservatives tend to be against any more changes, or advocate for moving back to (more neutral language: "restoring") the policies of an earlier era.

Hi all,

Trying to surprise my husband for his birthday. He loves movies and I want to rent a theater for the evening. Seems like most places near us require you to buy out the entire theater. Any specific places I should look? We are based in South Shore, MA.

Edit: happy to drive/train into the city. Anything under 1 1/2 hours is perfect.

Thanks in advance!

I’ll skip a bunch of context, but basically my mother lives somewhere not ideal (safe but a lot of people who live there and no privacy) and wants to get out. She works in Westford, I also live north of Boston. I have set the boundary that she cannot live with me and my wife for various reasons - not super relevant but that is a hard no.

What I need to know is what social worker or other things are out there to help me and my mother navigate this. I would ideally like someone me and my mother can meet with that can help lay out the options and help her apply for programs and such. I don’t mind paying for this help and I don’t mind some level of subsidizing my mom’s housing costs (I can’t pay it all but a small amount). I just am lost and don’t know how to handle this at all without hurting our relationship and my marriage and I need someone to help us navigate. What are some good resources to walk us through this even if hey cost money?

Does anyone have any information regarding the case of Colin Dahlen? Seems like this guy was convicted but was able to have it overturned or somehow avoid sentencing.

https://www.patriotledger.com/story/news/courts/2018/06/08/sentencing-delayed-for-kingston-martial/12026236007/