new england phrases

Where in America does the sun shine first? Turns out the answer is more complicated than you might think…

What does “Rabbit, Rabbit!” mean? Why do people say “Rabbit!” on the first day of each month? Read on to learn about this slightly superstitious tradition.

Some of New England’s best traditional humor originates from Boston’s old-fashioned reputation for having a snobby attitude. Jud Hale uncovers the truth about the Cabots and the Lowells and that sort of thing.

Can you get there from here? Here’s a sampling of the best New England jokes from our archives.

The origin of the term “swamp Yankee” may be muddy, but we know who they are.

From tools and games to new ways to write, keep warm, and remain whisker-free — we can’t imagine life without these New England inventions.

Superstitions are actually so deeply ingrained in New England character that we seldom recognize them — or, for sure, admit to them.

There are a number of theories as to the origin of the term “Swamp Yankees.” However, the correct one may be based on an amusing incident which occurred in Thompson, Connecticut, during the summer of 1776…

New Englanders don’t necessarily need adjectives and adverbs to describe something. Here, we examine a few unusual New England phrases.

Have you ever heard of a Nantucket sleigh ride? Read about the origin of this old-time New England phrase.