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The Elf Factor: Local Teens Work Holiday Retail in Mansfield In Mansfield, the holiday season doesn’t just bring lights, music, and crowded shops—it also brings a wave of teenage workers stepping into the world of seasonal retail. Local stores at Mansfield Crossing, Main Street boutiques, and even national chains are staffing up with high school students eager to earn extra cash and get a taste of the working world during the busiest time of the year. Many teens say the experience gives them more than just a paycheck. It’s their first time managing customers, handling returns, or organizing…

Stormwater Solutions: How Mansfield Is Managing Flood Risks in a Changing Climate As heavy rains and flash floods become more common across Massachusetts, Mansfield is facing a growing challenge—how to manage stormwater before it becomes a crisis. In response, the town has launched a series of infrastructure upgrades and long-term planning efforts aimed at reducing local flood risks while keeping pace with a changing climate. Much of the focus is on improving drainage in vulnerable neighborhoods. Outdated culverts, clogged catch basins, and underperforming storm drains are being replaced wi…

Soundcheck: How Mansfield Became a Hub for Outdoor Music Events What started as a regional stop on summer tours has evolved into a defining piece of Mansfield’s identity. With the Xfinity Center acting as the centerpiece, this once-quiet town now finds itself in the spotlight every concert season. National acts roll in, fans spill out into local businesses, and Mansfield’s name becomes part of the rhythm of live music in Massachusetts. The transformation didn’t happen overnight. Over the years, the town embraced the idea of becoming a seasonal music destination. The Xfinity Center, one of t…

A six-car crash on I-95 South in Mansfield early Sunday morning sent five people to the hospital and shut down part of the highway for nearly two hours. The accident happened just after 1:30 a.m. near the Route 140 exit, when one vehicle rolled over, triggering a chain reaction involving several others, according to Massachusetts State Police. First responders from Mansfield and neighboring towns arrived quickly on scene. All five individuals were transported to area hospitals with injuries that are believed to be non-life-threatening. State police have not yet released the names of those in…

Late Nights in Mansfield: Inside the After-Hours Economy When most of Mansfield goes quiet after sundown, a different rhythm takes over the town. The glow of diner lights, the hum of delivery trucks, and the shuffle of overnight shift workers quietly fuel an after-hours economy that often goes unnoticed but plays a critical role in keeping things moving. From gas stations open around the clock to local restaurants serving midnight snacks, Mansfield has seen an uptick in businesses adapting to late-night demand. As more residents work nontraditional hours or seek flexible dining and shopping…