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Author: Jodi Crowley

Jodi Crowley is a Massachusetts-based REALTOR® and local lifestyle writer dedicated to helping people discover the best of life north of Boston. A long-time resident, mom, and outdoor enthusiast, Jodi knows these communities not just professionally, but personally — whether she's hiking local trails or exploring the area with her family. With deep roots in Woburn, Winchester, Burlington, Arlington, Lexington, Reading, Wakefield, and beyond, she brings firsthand knowledge of the neighborhoods, restaurants, events, and hidden gems that make this region a wonderful place to call home. Licensed with Lamacchia Realty (MA License #9037552), Jodi combines her passion for real estate with a genuine love for her community - making her a trusted resource for both homebuyers and longtime residents alike.

Our Favorite Things North of Boston: Local Business Guide

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Table of Contents Our Favorite Things North of Boston: Local Businesses Recommended by Our Neighbors The restaurants, small businesses, artists, wellness professionals, home service pros, and lesser-known local spots that residents north of Boston recommend to their friends. Good People Know Good People When I need a handyman, a pet sitter, a last-minute gift, or […]

Things to Do North of Boston (November 6th – 12th, 2026)

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Things to Do North of Boston (November 5th- November 12th, 2026) Looking for things to do in the Greater Boston area this week? Here’s your curated list of local events happening in Woburn, Reading, Wakefield, Burlington, Arlington, Lexington, Winchester, Medford, Melrose, Stoneham, North Reading, Andover and nearby communities. UPCOMING THEATER & SHOWS Bat Boy: The […]

Jodi Crowley, REALTOR Reviews

Jodi Crowley, Realtor Reviews

  From the very beginning, I had a good feeling about Jodi. She was on top of everything, and she gave me information and answered my questions in very little time. Jodi was very honest with her opinions, but she also let me make the final decisions on various properties. Jodi always made me feel […]

Living in Beverly, MA: Beverly Farms, West Beach & Local Guide

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Table of Contents Living in Beverly, MA: A Local Realtor’s Guide to Beverly Farms, West Beach and the Garden City Drive east and Beverly slowly changes around you. The busy blocks of downtown give way to stone walls and old estates, the ocean starts showing up between the trees. There is a little village center […]

7 Common Home Buying Fears North of Boston (and How to Overcome Them)

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Nervous About Buying a Home North of Boston? Here’s What’s Really Holding You Back Buying a home is exciting, and it can also be a little nerve-wracking. Maybe you’re buying your first place, making room for a growing family, or looking for something that suits your next chapter better than the home you’re in now. […]

Empower Cafes in Reading & Woburn MA: Meet Nick Face

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Empower Cafes: How Nick Face Is Honoring His Mother’s Legacy and Building Community North of Boston https://youtu.be/Lx_iHpXi3ys Behind Empower on Haven in Reading and Empower Woburn is a story of family, loss, resiliency, healthy living, and one local business owner’s commitment to making a difference. When I recently sat down with Nick Face at Empower […]