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Where's the Cheapest Gas in Melrose? [Sept. 2]

A roundup of nearby gas prices from GasBuddy.com and the latest info from AAA.

The following information comes from AAA Southern New England:

The downward trend in Massachusetts gasoline prices continues with the fourth consecutive week of decreases, according to AAA Southern New England.

AAA’s Aug. 29 survey of prices in Massachusetts finds self-serve, regular unleaded averaging $3.619 per gallon, down three cents from last week. The Bay State price is identical to the national average for self serve unleaded of $3.61. A year ago at this time the Massachusetts average price was $2.63, ninety-eight cents lower than today’s average.

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The range in prices in the latest AAA survey for unleaded regular is 47 cents, from a low of $3.429 to a high of $3.899. 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
Now that the summer vacation season is drawing to a close, streamline your car and save on gas in the process. Remove rooftop cargo carriers, and clean out your trunk. The lighter your load, the better your mileage will be.

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

Station Price King Petroluem, 854 Eastern Ave., MALDEN $3.47 Hess, 214 Broadway, MALDEN $3.53 Super Petroleum, 2 Lynn Fells Parkway, STONEHAM
$3.57
Vasco Petroleum, 870 Main St. $3.64 Shell, 860 Main St. $3.75


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