Ripple Fiber Invests Over $140 Million to Expand Fiber Internet Access in Massachusetts

WEST BOYLSTON, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 25, 2025--

Ripple Fiber, a fiber optic internet provider based in the Southeast, announces its plans to enter Massachusetts, marking the company’s network expansion into the Northeast. With plans to start construction this spring beginning in Holden and West Boylston, the provider aims to begin launching service by mid-2025, while actively launching expansion markets throughout the state. The anticipated investment for the first phase of this project totals over $140 million.

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“Our entrance into Massachusetts represents a significant achievement in expanding our national footprint, with our upcoming build establishing our presence in the Northeast region,” said Greg Wilson, Founder and CEO of Ripple Fiber. “The collaborative partnerships we’ve built with each municipality, including West Boylston, are invaluable in shaping and delivering critical infrastructure projects of this scale.”

Construction in additional areas of Worcester, Norfolk and Bristol Counties will begin soon, with announcements to follow in the coming months. As this phase rolls out, Ripple Fiber will open two dedicated offices—one in Worcester County and one in Bristol County—to ensure an enhanced customer experience and demonstrate the provider’s commitment to establishing a strong local presence in every market.

“The West Boylston Municipal Plant looks forward to working with Ripple Fiber. Our customers will soon have high-speed internet service options at competitive rates,” said a representative with the West Boylston Municipal Light Plant.

“We have been very impressed with Ripple Fiber's professionalism and expertise. They've worked well with our town departments, bringing this plan to fruition in a very short time,” added Peter Lukes, Town Manager of Holden. “I know that Holden residents will be thrilled to finally have options when choosing internet providers.”

According to a recent report by Reviews.org, 55 percent of Massachusetts does not currently have access to fiber internet. This means a significant portion of the state is relying on alternative broadband options, highlighting the need for enhanced infrastructure. Providers like Ripple Fiber are working hard to bridge that gap, especially in states with even less availability. Expanding fiber coverage to provide improved internet speed, reliability and accessibility ensures more residents will benefit from high-speed, future-ready connectivity.

With its 10 gig-ready network, Ripple Fiber provides thousands of homes with lightning-fast connectivity that will power regions for decades to come. Whether customers are using their internet for remote work or video streaming, they can rely on this service for exceptional bandwidth and impressive upload and download speeds. Embracing optimism and recognizing the importance of digital access, Ripple Fiber strives to empower its customers by equipping them with the necessary tools to build a bright future.

Once build areas are finalized, the pre-order period will open for interested residents. As the project progresses, homeowners will receive direct updates about the construction process. Residents in the Central Massachusetts area who would like to learn more about Ripple Fiber’s offerings can visit ripplefiber.com and follow along on social media (@ripple.fiber) for updates.

ABOUT RIPPLE FIBER

Ripple Fiber provides thousands of homes with the brightest and fastest fiber internet solutions, powered by a 10 gig-ready, 100 percent fiber optic network. With its patented technology driving rapid expansion, Ripple Fiber is redefining connectivity for communities across North Carolina, South Carolina and Michigan. Committed to promoting digital empowerment, Ripple Fiber believes the biggest wave starts as a ripple. For more information, please visit ripplefiber.com.

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CHATHAM, Ill. (AP) — Four children were killed and several more were injured when a car smashed through a building during an after-school program Monday afternoon in a town outside of Springfield, Illinois, police said.

Officers responded at about 3:20 p.m. to calls about a vehicle hitting three people outside, ramming through the building and then hitting another person before exiting the other side, Chatham Police Department Deputy Chief Scott Tarter said.

Those killed were between the ages of 4 and 18, Illinois State Police said in an emailed statement.

Several other people were hurt and taken to hospitals, police said.

The driver, who was uninjured, was the sole occupant of the vehicle, and was taken to a hospital for evaluation, Tarter said.

The building and facilities house YNOT Outdoors, which holds after-school programs and summer camps, according to its website.

Chatham is a small town of about 15,000 people just outside Springfield, Illinois.

This image taken from video provided by WCIA shows first responders working the scene after a car smashed through a building during an after-school program, killing multiple people Monday, April 28, 2025, in Chatham, Ill. (WCIA via AP)

This image taken from video provided by WCIA shows first responders working the scene after a car smashed through a building during an after-school program, killing multiple people Monday, April 28, 2025, in Chatham, Ill. (WCIA via AP)