Victor A. “Perry” Sacco recently celebrated his 100th birthday. The WWII veteran and longtime restaurateur was honored by the American Legion Vincent F. Picard Post 234 on April 2.

Northborough legion honors World War II veteran

By Maureen Sullivan, Contributing Writer NORTHBOROUGH – Victor A. “Perry” Sacco owned two restaurants in Northborough and one in Worcester. He is also a veteran of...
The first Dunkin’ Donuts location opened in 1950 in Quincy, and despite numerous renovations over the years, it remains open around the clock today.

The Massachusetts man who created America’s doughnut habit

By David Wilkening Contributing Writer QUINCY - Some reports of his death claimed Dorchester native William Rosenberg created a national habit: making a morning stop for...
An avid lover of the outdoors, Donaghue volunteered for many years for organizations like the Appalachian Mountain Club, the Green Mountain Club and the Westborough Community Land Trust. Photo/Submitted

Representative Kate Donaghue: a strong advocate

Representative Kate Donaghue of Westborough By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer WESTBOROUGH - Representative Kate Donaghue has worn many hats in her professional career. But she is...
Massachusetts offers an extensive snowmobile trail system, mostly on state land, for winter fun when the snow flies.

Massachusetts snowmobile trail system stretches across the state

By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer REGION - Sunkissed snowflakes sparkle like winter diamonds across a wide field of fresh white powder. As you cut the...
Bob Kays is shown with Coach Bob Brennan celebrating a Marlborough Shamrocks national championship in 1998. (photo/Eric Baur)

Bob Kays: A legend in Marlborough

'He is owed so much by our community' By Jim Ash, Contributing Writer MARLBOROUGH – There was no fanfare when the Prospector East Saloon on Lincoln...
The Bee Gees, pictured here in 1977, are best known for their disco hits on the soundtrack to the movie “Saturday Night Fever,” released that year.

The Bee Gees wrote ‘Massachusetts’ before ever visiting the state

By Sharon Oliver Contributing Writer REGION - English-Australian melody makers the Bee Gees are widely known for their disco chart-topping success. Their singles “How Deep Is...
Columnist Janice Lindsay

One woman, one vote

By Janice Lindsay Contributing Writer My great-grandmother, whom I remember well, was six years old in 1868 when the U.S. Constitution was amended to give men...

Out of Town News is not out of the minds of Cambridge locals

By Sharon Oliver Contributing Writer CAMBRIDGE - It is always sad to see an old familiar face leave, be it a family member, close friend, or...
Jennifer Benson, AARP Massachusetts State Director

Explore AARP volunteer opportunities

By Jennifer Benson, AARP Massachusetts State Director AARP Massachusetts offers meaningful volunteer opportunities that allow you to give back and connect with others. Our volunteers...
Janice Lindsay

These small packages

By Janice Lindsay Contributing Writer Good things come in small packages, the saying goes. Good things also come in big packages. But it’s the arrival of...