Local Resources
Take a look at some of the great things Worcester and central Massachusetts have to offer. These resources are designed to help you move and get settled, and to acquaint you with the area after your move.
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| SCHOOLS | |
School Information - Free school profiles.
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MA State Dept. of Education - News, school profiles, administration, educator services, assessment, accountability, family & community ...
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Marlborough School District - School year calendar, registration tools, curricula & academic program descriptions and contact information for administrators.
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Tantasqua & Union 61 School Districts - District calendar, community connections, curricula & academic program descriptions and contact information for administrators.
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Worcester Public Schools - Important dates, registration information, curricula & academic program descriptions and contact information for administrators.
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| MORTGAGE | |
Mortgage 101 - Mortgage information, interest rates, mortgage calculators, quick-and-easy pre-qualification forms, and much more.
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| MortgageLoan.com - Mortgage rates, news and advice since 1995. | |
Belle Mortgage L.L.C. - We are a family owned mortgage company serving MA, NH, ME & CT, dedicated to providing financial solutions for your mortgage needs. Call us today, you'll be glad you did!
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CircleLending - CircleLending - private and personal loans, family and friend loan creation, loan documentation and loan servicing for private mortgage, personal lending, business funding, and seller financing or owner financing.
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Drew Mortgage Associates - We are more than mortgage lenders. We are mortgage planners. Our loan originators are trained to help you plan your mortgage so that it supports your financial goals. And because we loan our own funds, our loan originators have the authority to get you the best available terms on the spot. This kind of planning saves you money and helps you achieve your goals. Call Sean Callan at (508)421-8170 to discuss your home financing situation.
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Key Home Mortgage Corporation - We're a full service mortgage broker with an experienced staff offering expertise in every area of mortgage lending...from purchase to refinance to construction lending. We have access to a full range of mortgage sources and all of our lending specialists are dedicated to finding the right loan with the best rates, terms and costs-to meet your unique needs. Call Wendy Burdett at (508) 366-0636 for an expert consultation about your home financing requirements.
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Mortgage Master, Inc. - Unlike brokers that act as agents between mortgage providers and mortgage customers, Mortgage Master uses its own funds to initiate and close loans. That means the process of securing a mortgage is greatly simplified. You work directly with our experienced representatives, who are familiar with your situation and ensure that you understand all available options. Contact Tim Dion at (413) 237-5140 to discuss your home financing needs.
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Sales Manager, Prospect Mortgage Company - We offer the best mortgage tools available on the Internet - easy, convenient, on-line shopping for the best loan programs and most current rates available, together with the assistance of an experienced, "live" loan officer to guide you through the often difficult and confusing process of choosing and getting the exact loan to meet your specific needs.
Contact Dave Samara directly at (508) 459-3617.
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| LEGAL SERVICES | |
| Barton Law Office, P.C. - Barton Law Office, PC. is headquartered in Worcester, Massachusetts and specializes in Real Estate Law. The firm has a strong practice involving the closing of both residential and commercial real estate transactions. | |
Creed & Formica - Counsellors at Law concentrating in Real Estate Law.
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The Law Office of HARRY P. KOTSEAS - Complete Real Estate Representation of Buyers - Sellers - Lenders of RESIDENTIAL, CONDOMINIUM, COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES.
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| TAX INFORMATION | |
General Tax Information for Individuals - Information for Individuals, Employees, Farmers, International Taxpayers, Military, Parents, Self-Employed, Seniors & Retirees and Students
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First-time homeowners -
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Homeowner deductions information -
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How to report moving expenses -
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| RELOCATION LINKS | |
| Moving Center - Moving Estimates, Truck Rental, Moving Supplies and Storage. | |
USPS' Movers Guide - help for planning and executing your move.
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Community Information - Free community profiles.
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City Data - Statistics and demographics for US cities.
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Official City Websites - find area info websites across the world!
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US State Departments of Education - see the list of all 50 states.
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Apartments.com - Access classified listings for rentals and apartments in all states.
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Rent.com - FREE Search for
Apartments and Homes!
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Rentnet - Visit to find apartments available for rent and solutions to your other housing challenges.
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Connect My Phone - Order Local Phone, Long Distance & High Speed Internet from the companies you trust... SBC, Verizon, BellSouth, Qwest, Sprint & more....
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| WhiteFence - Shop for Utilities NOW. Using WhiteFence is as simple as 1, 2, 3 - and it's FREE. | |
National Weather - find weather info anywhere in the US!
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| AREA INFORMATION | |
Citizen Information Service - Welcome to Massachusetts! A practical guide to living in the state.
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E.O.H.H.S. - The Executive Office of Health and Human Services offers assistance to many of the state's most needy and vulnerable citizens.
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MassResources.org - MassResources.org provides useful information about a wide range of assistance programs for people in need living in Massachusetts. It provides information on what benefits are available, how to apply, eligibility requirements, benefit amounts, and answers to commonly asked questions.
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The Official Website of the Office of Consumer Affairs & Business Regulation (OCABR) - Find Your Utility, Cable or Telecommunications Provider here.
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Central MA Convention and Visitors Bureau - Discover a wide range of activities, events and services available in Central Massachusetts.
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Local Information - Marlborough - Information for residents, area businesses, and newcomers to city. Offers public notices, public meeting calendar, and contact information.
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Local Information - Worcester - This is the City of Worcester's Governmental home site. All City Administration, Services, and Public Schools are located here.
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Massachusetts Vacations - MassVacation.com is sponsored by the Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism. It features MA history, events, tours, online reservations, and more.
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Visit New England® - Regional events, attractions and outdoor activities. Search by state, region or activity.
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WhoFish.org - WhoFish provides free local news, local events, local business listings, jobs, housing, for sale, personals, services, local community information.
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Wicked Local - Developed from the prize-winning Wicked Local Plymouth, each town-specific site features a combination of news from GateHouse newspapers, opportunities for user participation, deep community information, and lots of advertising from local merchants.
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The Boston Globe - Your connection to local Real Estate Classifieds and all other topics of general interest.
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The MetroWest Daily News - Your connection to MetroWest Real Estate Classifieds and all other topics of general interest.
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The Worcester Telegram & Gazette - Your connection to local Real Estate Classifieds and all other topics of general interest.
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ABC5 Boston - Boston News, Massachusetts News, Weather & Sports, Channel 5 TV - WCVB.
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CBS4 Boston - WBZ-TV - Breaking News, Weather and Sports for Boston, Worcester and New Hampshire.
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NBC7 Boston - Boston News, Massachusetts News, Weather & Sports Channel 7News WHDH-TV 7NBC.
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| MAPS | |
Citizen Information Service: MA Maps - Massachusetts counties, towns & Congressional Districts clearly mapped - great for research!
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Google Maps - Go to a location! Find a business! Get directions!
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Mapquest - maps, driving directions, road trip planner ...
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| COMMUTER INFORMATION | |
MassRIDES - Welcome to MassRIDES - the Executive Office of Transportation's statewide travel options program providing free assistance to commuters, employers, students, and other traveler markets.
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MBTA - Schedules and interactive maps for RAIL - BUS - SUBWAY - BOAT.
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| REAL ESTATE - Special Circumstances | |
Foreclosure.com - Flip Houses for Fast Cash!HUD Homes - Foreclosures - FSBOs - Bankruptcies - Tax Liens - Auctions. |
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| InstantBPO.com - Opinion of value on residential and commercial properties. | |
RealtyTrac - Search FREE and find homes for half price! Includes pre-foreclosure, auction, REO, for sale by owner, resale and new homes. Largest source of FREE foreclosure education. |
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Lakehouse.com - Find lake real estate on over 4,000 lakes in the US and Canada!
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La Quinta, Palm Desert, Indian Wells CA Real Estate - Our information for real estate in La Quinta CA is the most complete and helpful. Also serving Palm Desert and Indian Wells.
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| LOANS - Special Circumstances | |
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| PERSONAL CREDIT | |
Professional Credit Repair - Lexington Law works on your behalf to remove questionable negative items from your credit reports and raise your credit score. |
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| LOCAL WEATHER | |
Local Weather - forecasts, weather patterns, radars....
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| HOME INFORMATION | |
Worcester South District Registry of Deeds - This website offers access to MA Registry documents through www.masslandrecords.com and information on other Registry services.
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Vision Appraisal Technology - Vision provides complete appraisal services to local government. Its services support the equitable distribution of the property tax. Provides full revaluations, valuation updates, cyclical property re-inspections and full personal property appraisal and data collection services. Online appraisal database available for New England states.
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Zillow.com - Real Estate Valuations, Homes for Sale, Free Real Estate Information.
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| HOME PROTECTION & SERVICES | |
AHS Warranty Company - Warranty provider for home systems and appliances.
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H+B Inventory Services - "because your belongings count" - Document your business inventory or home belongings and protect yourself against loss. Contact us today!
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uControl -
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| HOME FURNISHINGS & FINISHES | |
Antiques & Collectibles Mall of New England - Exceptional breadth of antiques & collectibles on display in our nearly 10,000 square foot store. Consignment arrangements are welcome. We also facilitate estate sales. Our expert and friendly staff are always ready to assist.
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Bob's Discount Furniture - retail furniture chain with locations in Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
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Boston Interiors - a wide selection of quality furniture, from clean and modern, to classic and casual - and all at fair prices that mean you don't have to give up something else to bring great furniture and accessories home.
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Charlton Furniture - provides it's customers with the finest furniture along with personal service.
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Ethan Allen - produces an assortment of wood furniture, upholstery and accents. Your One Stop Home Furnishings Resource.
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IKEA - IKEA, furniture, kitchens, beds, tables, chairs, sofas, decorations.
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Jordan's Furniture - attracts record numbers of guests each week and sells more furniture per square foot than any other furniture retailer in the country.
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Spencer Furniture - Spencer Furniture is the #1 local furniture store in Massachusetts. Visit us to see our furniture! Here at Spencer Furniture, our goal is to make your shopping experience a pleasant one. We believe in a 'No Pressure' sales approach which allows you to browse our 40,000 square foot store in a relaxed manner. Our professional sales associates are available for any questions you may have and to help with options that are available.
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Percy's - Percy's: Shop Our Worcester, MA Store - LCD TVs, Refrigerators, Stoves, Dishwashers, Washers, Dryers, Audio Speakers.
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Wolfers Lighting - When you choose Wolfers Lighting, you join discerning homeowners, interior designers, and architects who demand the best lighting and customer service.
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eddy's carpet and warehouse outlet - features state-of-the-art displays and the largest selection of floor coverings including carpet, vinyl, ceramic tile, hardwood, and laminate floors.
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EmpireToday - Empire Flooring. Trusted for over 45 years. Professionally installed next day!
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Crate&Barrel - specializing in dinnerware, home
accessories, and furniture.
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HomeGoods - offers an exciting and rapidly changing selection of home décor merchandise, including furniture, giftware, rugs, bed and bath accessories, lamps and seasonal merchandise at great values.
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Pier 1 Imports - Home Furnishings, Accents & More to Make Life More Interesting.
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Williams-Sonoma - quality cookware, tableware and linens.
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| HOME IMPROVEMENT & REPAIR | |
ACE - Hardware, Hand and Power Tools, Electrical, Plumbing, Lawn and Garden, Cleaning and Paint ....
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Lowe's - your source for appliances, tools, home decor, lighting, kitchen cabinets, ceramic tile and kitchen design.
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The Home Depot - shop for tools, hardware, contractor installations/remodeling & more.
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California Closets - Custom home storage systems for bedroom reach-in and walk-in closets, utility and pantry shelving, garage cabinets, media units and home office furniture. Organizing services, space management design, manufacture and installation of fitted wardrobes and wall systems for built-in customized organization.
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New England Pergola & Shade - Elegant, cool and inviting! - If you are looking to take back control of your uncomfortable deck, patio or pool area, you've come to the right place. We have solutions for every hot deck or pool area.
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ServiceMagic - Get Matched to Prescreened
Addition & Remodeling Contractors - FREE SERVICE * NO OBLIGATION * QUICK & EASY.
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SunSetter - SunSetter is America's largest manufacturer of retractable deck and patio awnings. Our mission is to provide the highest quality awnings at the most economical prices, and with unbeatable service. |
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Eagle Environmental - Eagle Environmental has installed over 5,000 residential/commercial radon mitigation systems throughout Massachusetts. At Eagle, we will meet with you personally to diagnose your home, discuss the solutions, and guarantee the results! Real estate transactions are our specialty! Free Evaluations - Thorough Inspections - Prompt Courteous Service - One Day Installation. Call us at 1-800-69-RADON.
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Surface Maintenance Systems, Inc. - Surface Maintenance Systems, Inc. established in 1987 is an Air Duct Cleaning, Mold Decontamination, and Indoor Air Quality Assessment Service Organization servicing commercial as well as residential clients.
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| RESTAURANTS & CATERING | |
Restaurants.com - Massachusetts Restaurants Guide ... Get dining tips and insider info from people just like you. It's the dining resource you've been waiting for!
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Castle Restaurant - Your hosts, the Nicas Family and the Staff, welcome you and yours to the Castle - a massive stone replica of a 16th century Castle complete with turrets, towers and a moat located on Route 9 in Leicester, Massachusetts. The Castle has represented the epitome of fine dining for over forty years.
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Cedar Street Restaurant - Located at 12 Cedar Street off route 20 in the heart of Historic downtown Sturbridge. The restaurant is within walking distance of many hotels, shops and area attractions.
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Legal Sea Foods -
If it isn't fresh, it isn't Legal! Legal operates over 30 family-owned restaurants from Boston, MA to Florida and a mail order business. |
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Naked Fish - An upscale / casual seafood dining concept with a Latin flare.
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One Eleven Chop House - How far do you have to travel for a Chicago steak? You can find what you're looking for in your own back yard. The beautifully appointed restaurant provides a level of elegance and sophistication that is complemented by some of the best-tasting steaks and chops you'll find anywhere.
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Rovezzi's ristorante - Located on Main Street in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. Treat yourself and friends to a memorable Italian dining experience in a beautiful setting.
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The Sole Proprietor - New England is known for its seafood, so it's no surprise that some of the best seafood restaurants in the country are located here. The Sole Proprietor is among them. In fact, it was named one of America's top 10 seafood restaurants.
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| BARGAINS & DEALS | |
CouponCabin.com - CouponCabin has free coupons, promotional codes, printable coupons and deals to over 700 online stores that can instantly save you up to 20% or more.
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CouponMom.com - Grocery coupons, printable coupons, online coupons, restaurant coupons, grocery deals lists in 44 states, free samples.
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Coupons.com - Sign up for free and get exclusive access to members-only savings, rewards and special promotions from Coupons.com!
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Coupons.net - Your 1-stop resource for coupons, discounts and more!
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FabulousSavings.com - FabulousSavings.com has been in the business of saving online shoppers money since 1999. We work with over 2,000 local businesses and multi-national corporations to provide free online coupons and printable coupons for everything you need (and want)!
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GasBuddy.com - Local, real-time gasoline prices. Canada and USA only.
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MagazinePriceSearch.com - MagazinePriceSearch.com tracks the lowest prices on 2605 magazine subscriptions! We find the best prices on magazines!
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PriceGrabber.com - Merchants compete for your business. Instantly calculate lowest prices!
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Rather-Be-Shopping.com - Online Coupons, Coupon Codes and Printable Coupons Updated Daily.
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Restaurant.com - Eat. Drink. Save money.
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SalesCircular.com - SalesCircular shows what's on sale at local retail stores every week by collecting data from Sunday newspapers and other ads.
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Shopzilla.com - Compare Choices and Prices On Everything You Want and Need.
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Sortprice.com - Compare prices. Find the lowest prices shopping online at Sortprice.com price comparison.
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TheGroceryGame.com - The Grocery Game is a fun, easy way to save hundreds of dollars on groceries each month!
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VMC Satellite - VMC Satellite is a DISH Network reseller - best value with the lowest all-digital price nationwide every day! |
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Bankrate.com - Free, objective information and rate quotes for consumer bank products such as mortgage rates, home loans, credit cards, CDs, auto loans, home equity loans and more!
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TreasuryDirect.gov - Purchase electronic securities directly from the U.S. Treasury without the brokerage fees. Obtain information about Treasury securities you own, including savings bonds, and find out if they're still earning interest.
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| TO YOUR HEALTH ... | |
ClickOnHealth -
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WebMD - Better information. Better health.
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts - At Blue Cross Blue Shield, we are committed to improving the health and wellness of our 3 million members. We are committed to assisting physicians and hospitals in their mission to continuously improve the extraordinary quality of care that makes our state's healthcare world-renowned. And we are equally concerned about the estimated 500,000 Massachusetts residents who have no health insurance at all.
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CommonwealthConnector - Welcome to the Health Connector! Learn. Compare. Select a health plan. Big changes are happening in Massachusetts health care. Most adults must now carry health insurance. We give you the tools and the facts you need to find the right health plan.
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AARP - Receive exclusive benefits and discounts. Get AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin. Add spouses or partners for free. Update your membership information online. Find community services.
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Social Security Online - The Social Security Administration's mission is to advance the economic security of the nation's people through compassionate and vigilant leadership in shaping and managing America's Social Security programs. Visit online for more information about programs and services.
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| Care.com - Care.com is the foremost web property for connecting intelligent consumers with service care providers of all types including: baby sitters, nannies, tutors, senior care specialists, house keepers, and pet sitters. |
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| GENERAL SEARCH | |
Society-Links.com - Society directory and links.
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Szigg.net - Web Directory with a focus.
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| SPORTS | |
Official Website of the New England Patriots - Follow the New England Patriots and the NFL!
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The Official Site of the Boston Celtics - Follow the Boston Celtics and the NBA & WNBA!
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Boston Red Sox : The Official Site - Follow the Boston Red Sox and MLB!
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Boston Bruins Official Web Site - Follow the Boston Bruins and the NHL!
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