How Far Would You Go on the North Shore for the Cheapest Gas?

Gas prices have spiked on the North Shore in the past month. That got us wondering: Where is the cheapest gas on the North Shore, and how far out of your way would you drive to buy it?

If you've filled up recently on the North Shore, you probably noticed gas prices are spiking. AAA Southern New England said its survey of prices in Massachusetts on Tuesday found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $3.77 per gallon in the Boston metro area. That's a nickel higher than a week ago and up 30 cents over the past month. That got us thinking: Where on the North Shore is the cheapest gas? Depending on where you live, how far would you drive to buy it? Using Mapquest data, we found the lowest price in North Shore Patch towns to be Concord Gas in Danvers, which charged $3.49 on Tuesday. Highest was Lynnfield, where you'd shell out $3.80 a gallon at the Mobil. Of course if you belong to clubs like Costco or BJs, you can sometimes…

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, May 13

Clouds return with showers to follow; Peabody High Boys lacrosse takes on Bishop Fenwick Crusaders.

Today is Friday, May 13. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. Today's weather: The National Weather Service is predicting a mostly cloudy day, with a high near 59. North wind at 7 mph becoming east. A slight chance of showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 46. East wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent. 2. Tanners versus Crusaders: The Peabody High Tanners boys lacrosse teams travels across town to take on the Bishop Fenwick High Crusaders under the lights at 7 p.m. in what should be a great game to watch. 3. Godspell tonight: The Peabody High School Theatre Department's production of "Godspell" will hold its second performance this evening at Peabody Veterans Memorial High …

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, May 12

Sunshine returns; Godspell opens tonight at Peabody High.

Today is Thursday, May 12. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. Today's weather: The National Weather Service is predicting a partly sunny day, with a high near 64. Northeast wind between 13 and 15 mph. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 50. North wind between 5 and 8 mph. 2. City Council meets tonight: The City Council is scheduled to meet this evening at 7:30 p.m. at City Hall. 3. Godspell opening night: The Peabody High SchoolDrama Club's "Godspell" opens this evening at 7:30 p.m. and will be performed on Friday night and Saturday night. Tickets are available at the door. 4.  National Grid work continues: National Grid crews will be working to replace a gas main today from 4 to 52 Warren Street and from 1 to 28 Smidt Ave. from …

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, May 11

Showers in the forecast; Relay for Life fundraiser at the high school continues.

Today is Wednesday, May 11. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. Today's weather: The National Weather Service is predicting a chance of showers, mainly before 1 p.m. Cloudy, with a high near 58. North wind between 15 and 17 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30 percent. On Wednesday night, it will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. North wind between 10 and 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. 2. Cribbage anyone: The Council on Aging will offer seniors a chance to play some cribbage today at 1 p.m. All seniors of all skill levels are welcome to come and play inside the Peter A. Torigian Community Life Center. 3. Relay for Life fundraiser: Peabody Veterans Memorial High School will host the …

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, May 10

Showers likely; Seniors invited to play Whist card games at Peter A. Torigian Community Life Center this morning.

Today is Tuesday, May 10. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. Today's weather: The National Weather Service is predicting a chance of showers, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 58. Breezy, with a north wind between 17 and 21 mph, with gusts as high as 36 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30 percent. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible. On Monday night, there will also be a chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44. North wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30 percent. 2. Let's play some Whist: The Council on Aging at the Peter A. Torigian Community Life Center will hold Whist card games at 9:15 p.m. for seniors. Any senior in the …

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, May 9

Another sunny day on tap; North Shore Toastmasters to meet this evening.

Today is Monday, May 9. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. Today's weather: The National Weather Service is predicting a mostly sunny, with a high near 65. Breezy, with a north wind between 13 and 20 mph. On Monday night, there will be a slight chance of showers after 11 p.m. Increasing clouds, with a low around 45. North wind between 13 and 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent. 2. North Shore Toastmasters Meeting: The North Shore Toastmasters Club, which currently has over 30 members, meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Peabody Electric Light Plant auditorium and they will meet this evening.  All visitors are welcome free of charge. For more information, please visit the group's Web …

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, May 6

Here comes the sun; high school has Relay for Life fundraiser.

Today is Friday, May 6. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. Today's weather: The National Weather Service is predicting a mostly sunny, with a high near 68. Breezy, with a west wind between 13 and 22 mph. On Friday night, it there will be a slight chance of showers after 2 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. Southwest wind between 8 and 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent. 2. Public skating night: The O'Keefe Skating Rink offers public skating on Friday evening from 6:15 p.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is $3 for children 10 and under; $5 for youths and adults; and $6 to rent skates. 3. Relay for Life fundraiser: Peabody Veterans Memorial High School will host the Tupperware & Team JiSh team fundraiser today at 1 p.m. …

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, May 5

Moms Nite Out happening at the Northshore Mall; more showers in the forecast.

Today is Thursday, May 5. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. Today's weather: The National Weather Service is predicting a chance of showers, mainly before 11 a.m. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 53. West wind between 9 and 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40 percent. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41. West wind between 9 and 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. 2. Moms' Nite Out: The Northshore Mall will host Moms' Nite Out today from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The evening will offer free pampering, fun and giveaways for moms and moms-to-be. 3. Storytime at the mall:  The Northshore Mall and Peabody Institute Library will hold storytime at the mall today from 10:30 a.m…

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, May 4

Rain in the forecast; Council on Aging puts on moving play this morning.

Today is Wednesday, May 4. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. Today's weather: The National Weather Service is predicting A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Patchy fog before noon. Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 64. South wind around 11 mph becoming west. Chance of precipitation is 50 percent. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. On Wednesday night, there will be A chance of showers, mainly before 2am. Cloudy, with a low around 47. Northwest wind between 6 and 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40 percent. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. 2. Council on Aging play: "Breaking the Silence: Voices of Hope," a play…

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Five Things You Need to Know Today, May 2

Another beautiful, sunny spring day outside; Peabody Leatherworkers Museum to unveil new mural this morning.

Today is Monday, May 2. Here are five things you need to know today: 1. Today's weather: The National Weather Service is predicting a mostly sunny, with a high near 60. North wind at 9 mph becoming southeast. On Monday night, there will be a slight chance of showers after midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 48. South wind between 5 and 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20 percent. 2. Leather workers mural: Mayor Michael Bonfanti and city officials will hold a press conference this morning at 9 a.m. to unveil a new leatherworkers mural at the George Peabody House and Peabody Leatherworkers Museum. The mural was commissioned by the Peabody Historical Society. 3. Musical Mommy and Me: The Chabad of Peabody Jewish Center is hosting a …

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