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By Evan Walsh Contributing Writer SHREWSBURY – The world has been mourning Pope Francis’ death since his passing on April 21. A Shrewsbury resident remembers him fondly.  Frank Masiello and his wife, Ann, met Pope Francis during a trip to the Vatican City in 2018. After coordinating with local religious leaders, the Masiellos celebrated Mass in the front row of St. Peter’s...

By Nance Ebert Contributing Writer LYNN – Rarely has a musician gotten as much mileage out of poking fun at his hometown as singer-songwriter Don White, a Lynn native. His song “I’m From Lynn, What Can I Say?” has been cracking up audiences since the 1990s, whether they heard it at one of his frequent live performances, on one of his...

By Laney Halsey Contributing Writer WESTBOROUGH – Luanne Crosby’s musical journey began with her first talent show at age 5, leading her to travel the world with her numerous bands and write nearly 300 original songs. Through her craft, she has been able to express herself and connect with audiences. With her ukulele in hand, Crosby can often be found at the...

By Evan Walsh Contributing Writer SHREWSBURY – In 1985, the charts were dominated by Whitney Houston, A-ha, and Madonna. It was the year Blockbuster opened, “New Coke” debuted, and the wreck of the Titanic was found. Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev led the U.S. and the U.S.S.R., respectively, during the Cold War. It was also the year Walter Castagna, a college student...

By Evan Walsh Contributing Writer NORTHBOROUGH – First, there was Toby. Then Hank, then Hamlet.  Then came Bruno and Bailey, Bunky and Ringo, and Ramsey and Raja. Dyson and Issy were after that, followed by Putter, Otto, and Adam. Domenick “The Chatty” – who practically knew how to speak – is next in line, with Charley, Kramer, Beau, and Jack O. rounding...

Desire more cash for today or tomorrow? By Alain Valles, MBA, MS Change Brings Uncertainty—Are You Prepared? I’m hearing: Social Security and VA benefits might be changing Retirement accounts plummeting Real estate values dropping Tariffs increasing Higher real estate taxes & insurance costs More expensive doctors, prescriptions, and at home care Credit card balances growing Children & family financial needs increasing Being...

By Sharon Oliver Contributing Writer PROVINCETOWN - One of the most heartbreaking mysteries for the state of Massachusetts has been solved. More than 50 years ago, a set of female remains were found on a beach blanket on Race Point Beach in Provincetown on July 26, 1974. Dubbed the “Lady of the Dunes,” many hoped the body gave answer to whereabouts...

By Sarah Freedman Contributing Writer HUDSON — Hudson actor Russ Gannon is swinging for the fences in his latest role in Carson Lund’s film “Eephus.” The independent movie, which was filmed in Douglas, Mass., is set in the early 1990s and takes place in the span of one last baseball game between two amateur teams, Adler’s Paint and the Riverdogs, before the...

By Evan Walsh Contributing Writer REGION – It’s perhaps the biggest decision one can make: Is it time for a nursing home? And, if so, which one? Damian Dell'Anno and the team at View All Options believe that this all-important decision shouldn’t be made in a vacuum. The focus of View All Options is to help folks do exactly that. The company...