Boston salesman changed the way the world shaves
By Brett Peruzzi, Contributing Writer
Boston - As the 20th century neared, the era of long beards was coming to an end. King Camp Gillette,...
Hudson resident celebrates 104th birthday
By Sarah Freedman, Contributing Writer
HUDSON — A Hudson resident reached a milestone and recently celebrated her 104th birthday.
Esther Folkes, whose birthday was May 10,...
On This Day: Medicare Proposed by President Kennedy
REGION - On February 9, 1961, Massachusetts native son President John F. Kennedy asked Congress to approve a health insurance program for Americans 65...
Longest serving governor is retired but still busy
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
BROOKLINE - The longest serving governor in Massachusetts history, Michael S. Dukakis is known for many accomplishments over his lifetime....
Feeding hungry folks is a lifelong mission for Catherine D’Amato
By Kelley Walker Perry, Contributing Writer
BOSTON – Hunger sometimes keeps Catherine D'Amato awake at night, but the suffering is not her own.
Empathy – and...
101-year-old Marlborough resident tosses out first pitch
WORCESTER – The Worcester WooSox game on June 25 made Polar Park a true “field of dreams” for one avid fan.
Cheers rang out as...
Celebrating famous Massachusetts residents during Black History Month
REGION - There are several very well-known Black people with Massachusetts ties who are justly celebrated in February during Black History Month. Former enslaved...
When President Bill Clinton Came to Framingham
By Brett Peruzzi
Managing Editor
FRAMINGHAM - President Bill Clinton’s visit to the hub of MetroWest in 1994 was the first presidential visit to the city,...
