Gen. George S. Patton, both a renowned and very controversial leader of the U.S. Army in World War II, was also a long-time resident of Hamilton.

World War II Gen. George S. Patton lived in Hamilton

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By Nance Ebert Contributing Writer HAMILTON – Gen. George S. Patton, one of the most renowned if controversial leaders of the U.S. Army in World War...
The new documentary film “Life on the Other Planet” is a tribute to many of the lesser-known bands from Boston’s rock scene during the mid-70s to mid-80s.

‘Life on the Other Planet’ film takes Boston rock music fans back in time

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By Sharon Oliver Contributing Writer BOSTON - Waltham filmmaker Vincent Straggas’ new film “Life on the Other Planet” is not your typical rockumentary. Although Boston is...
Massachusetts governor Elbridge Gerry signed a redistricting bill in 1812 that created a partisan district in the Boston area that was said to resemble a mythological salamander.

Massachusetts governor signed a redistricting bill two centuries ago that led to term gerrymandering

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By Sharon Oliver Contributing Writer BOSTON - These days, you would be hard-pressed to find someone who has not heard of one state after another threatening...
The FBI took this surveillance photograph of Angelo Mercurio (right), with Raymond Patriarca, Jr. arriving at a Mafia induction ceremony in Medford in 1989 that it recorded.

First-ever recorded Mafia induction ceremony occurred in Medford

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By Sharon Oliver Contributing Writer MEDFORD – While New York City is typical thought of as the stronghold of the Mafia in the United States, the...
“There was a great passion you could see within her that wasn’t self-centered,” says author Linda LeSage, about Jean V. Beddow-Arnth, the Hudson woman she profiled in her book “A Cuppa Tea with Miss Jean.”

Hudson author remembers iconic community member

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By Evan Walsh Contributing Writer HUDSON – Linda LeSage laid nine pieces of paper across her dining room table, using Scotch tape to secure them in...
Walter Barch was a colorful World War II veteran known as “The Whistler” because of his daily routine of walking up to 30 miles around Worcester and nearby towns while whistling.

‘The Whistler’ was a Worcester legend

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By Sharon Oliver Contributing Writer WORCESTER - Sometimes it is the least famous person who can make the most lasting impression. They don’t always have to...
Inspired holiday gifts for travelers include getaways, guidebooks, and travel-related gadgets. Photo/Pixabay

Inspired holiday gifts for the person who loves to travel

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By Sandi Barrett Contributing Writer REGION - Holiday gifts can be more than a simple trinket. Gifts that speak to the recipient’s passions show thoughtful planning...
Retired Boston Globe sportswriter Bob Ryan recently gave a talk to local residents at the Northborough Senior Center.

Acclaimed sports journalist Bob Ryan visits Northborough

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By Shealagh Sullivan Contributing Writer NORTHBOROUGH — Bob Ryan has covered 20 NBA Finals, 11 Olympic Games, and so many World Series that he jokes he...
Jennifer Benson, AARP Massachusetts State Director

Safeguarding your cheer: how to stay scam-free this holiday season

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By Jennifer Benson, AARP Massachusetts State Director As the holiday season brings warmth and generosity, scammers ramp up their efforts to take advantage of unsuspecting...
Edward Rowe Snow, the Flying Santa of New England lighthouse keepers, is remembered with this memorial plaque on Georges Island in Boston Harbor. Photo/Wikimedia Commons

Edward Rowe Snow was the ‘Flying Santa’ for New England lighthouses for 40 years

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By Sharon Oliver Contributing Writer REGION - In December of 1929, Maine floatplane pilot William Wincapaw started a time-honored tradition. He loaded his plane with candy,...
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