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Where's the Cheapest Gas in Melrose? [July 1]

A round-up of nearby gas prices from GasBuddy.com and the latest info from AAA.

The following information comes from AAA Southern New England:

Gasoline prices in Massachusetts are down another four cents per gallon this week, the seventh consecutive week of decreases, according to AAA Southern New England. Prices have fallen 32 cents over that seven-week period.

AAA's June 27 survey of prices in Massachusetts found self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $3.649 per gallon, down four cents from a week ago. Prices were last this low back in mid-April. The current price is eight cents above the national average for self serve unleaded of $3.56. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $2.70.
The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 40 cents, from a low of $3.49 to a high of $3.89. AAA advises motorists to shop around for the best prices in their area, and to make sure they and their passengers buckle up—every time.

AAA Fuel Saving Tip of the Week
Use the air conditioner conservatively. Most air conditioners have an "economy" or "recirculation" setting that reduces the amount of hot outside air that must be chilled. Both settings can reduce the air-conditioning load—and save gas.

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The following regular unleaded gas prices at nearby gas stations were compiled from GasBuddy.com:

Station Price Shell, 860 Main St.
$3.57 Vasco Petroleum, 870 Main St. $3.57 Mobil, 950 Main St. WAKEFIELD
$3.63 Citgo, 889 Main St. $3.69 Gulf, 401 Upham St. $3.69

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