New Englanders don’t necessarily need adjectives and adverbs to describe something. Here, we examine a few unusual New England phrases.
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Maybe New Englanders aren’t so stuffy after all.
In 1993, we made a Thanksgiving Day guest list of all the famous New Englanders we’d like to see around our table.
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Remembering December 1941
A 1941 Keene, New Hampshire newspaper provides a glimpse into the early days of WWII. Life in America would never be the same.
The art of the perfect gift.
If you time travel to the 17th century, here is a useful guide to Puritan laws to help you stay out of trouble.
When Calvin Coolidge hit the campaign trail, his portrait came along for the ride.
Learn more about the beloved New England coffee and donut shop with our Dunkin’ Donuts trivia and fun facts.
Yankee magazine Editor Mel Allen shares how a Christmas Eve mistake led to a lasting happy family memory.
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Nantucket Sleigh Ride | Lexicon
Have you ever heard of a Nantucket sleigh ride? Read about the origin of this old-time New England phrase.
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New England First Ladies
How much do you know about the New England First Ladies? Learn more about these important political women — all born right here in New England!
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Moxie | Lexicon
Moxie means courage, pluck, perseverance, or guts. Find out where the term originated.