Mass. gas prices drop 6 cents

Gas prices in Massachusetts have dropped 6 cents on average in the past week, and drivers are paying 19 cents less than just three weeks ago.

The latest weekly statewide survey by AAA of Southern New England found an average price of $3.89 per gallon for self-serve, regular unleaded gasoline. Massachusetts is one penny above the national average of $3.88.

The survey shows prices ranging from as low as $3.61 to as high as $4.33 per gallon in the state. The average price for diesel in Massachusetts also fell four cents in the last week to $4.77 per gallon. (AP)