Fools’ frontman, Ipswich native Mike Girard, also sings with Big Swinging Thing
By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor
IPSWICH – The Fools’ lead singer Mike Girard got the party started when the rock band debuted New Year’s...
Cambridge publisher brings the joys of books to kids
By Peg Lopata, Contributing writer
Cambridge - Some people’s adventures involve travel, some people do it virtually or through reading. Deborah Shine, 89, has done...
Sudbury author helps others unlock their writing potential
By Deborah Burke Henderson, Contributing Writer
SUDBURY - Students of all ages who take creative writing with Pamela S. Wight quickly realize her classes are...
Author, artist Jackie French Koller turns another page
By Kelley Walker Perry, Contributing Writer
BOXBOROUGH – Jackie French Koller's imagination has made her life story anything but dull.
"I've had an unusual career," she...
Stoughton historical reenactor brings Martha Washington to life
By Sherri Coner, Contributing Writer
Stoughton - When Sandy Spector dons favorite items from her wardrobe, such as heavy wool skirts that sweep the floor,...
Hudson musician and published author is now creating artwork
By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor
HUDSON – Stephen Beccia of Hudson continues discovering ways to express himself creatively.
As a musician, he has performed with...
Comic, actor and dad is self-described as ‘almost domesticated’
By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor
WILMINGTON – Steve Bjork of Wilmington decided as a child to become a comedian. He achieved his career goal...
Arlington singer reflects on a lifetime working in the performing arts
By Ed Karvoski Jr., Culture Editor
ARLINGTON – Singer-songwriter Will McMillan of Arlington has performed professionally since his infancy. Now, whether onstage or online, he’s...
Worcester author chronicles one of Revolutionary War America’s most notorious crimes
By Brett Peruzzi, Contributing Writer
WORCESTER - For author and independent historian Andrew Noone of Worcester, the inspiration for his first book was almost literally...
Watertown woman’s well-traveled life informs her art
By Peg Lopata, Contributing Writer
WATERTOWN – Do you keep your promises to yourself? Giliane Bader certainly has. She promised herself she’d return to art...