Cities

According to a highly knowledgeable source, Massachusetts has three of the WORST cities for small businesses in the nation.

Leominster just topped a list you probably didn't expect to see — and the reasoning behind it might surprise a few longtime residents.

Many of these educated folks, upon graduating from our wonderful schools, decide to settle down and make the Commonwealth their home.

Now onto the only Massachusetts city that made the 100 nationwide for workplace happiness...

WalletHub compared more than 180 cities across numerous key metrics, such as job opportunities, average starting salary, affordable housing, and job growth.

MarketBeat surveyed 3,000 retirees and those nearing retirement and asked them where (if money were no object) they would pick to live.

Almost at the very bottom of the rankings is an iconic Massachusetts city, making it the least pet-friendly in the continental United States.

Believe it or not, folks, approximately 35% of homes in the United States contain lead paint!

Low placings on the list just mean that there is not enough barbecue available in those towns, that's all. Let's make it happen, BBQ lovers!

Certain cities are much better maintained and run than others. How do some cities fare better than others when it comes to battling certain issues?