Massachusetts cartoonists have entertained millions of people
By Sharon Oliver
Contributing Writer
REGION - There was a time when the only thing that mattered or was worth reading first in newspapers were the...
Rex Trailer was the beloved real cowboy on the kids show ‘Boomtown’
By Sharon Oliver
Contributing Writer
BOSTON - Rex Trailer is, without a doubt, one of the most beloved figures from Boston kids TV shows from days...
Take a spin back in time at these memorable roller-skating rinks
By Sharon Oliver
Contributing Writer
REGION - Childhood activities such as bike riding and roller-skating are often carried into adulthood and the world can thank Medfield...
Historian publishes new book about founder of legendary ‘Spag’s’ store in Shrewsbury
By Evan Walsh
Contributing Writer
SHREWSBURY – A local historian is sharing stories about Shrewsbury legend Anthony “Spag” Borgatti.
In his new 84-page book, “Spag - His...
Leonard Nimoy’s odyssey began in Boston long before boarding the USS Enterprise
By Sharon Oliver
Contributing Writer
BOSTON - Famously known for his role as Mr. Spock in the sci-fi TV and movie franchise “Star Trek," the world’s...
‘Summerthing’ concerts kept Boston cool during hot summers in the sixties and seventies
By Sharon Oliver
Contributing Writer
BOSTON - America’s inner cities were rife with civil unrest during the 1960s and 1970s. In fact, it was one of...
Many ‘Wizard of Oz’ cast members had Massachusetts connections
By Sharon Oliver
Contributing Writer
REGION - Every living generation is familiar with the 1939 film classic “The Wizard of Oz” and how Dorothy and her...
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...
Movie discounts for seniors make the big screen more affordable
By Sharon Oliver
Contributing Writer
REGION - One of America’s favorite pastimes has always been going to a theater to catch the latest flick and devour...
Worcester’s El Morocco restaurant and nightclub drew stars from near and far
By Michael Perna
Contributing Writer
WORCESTER - In 1943, Paul Aboody, who was the son of Lebanese immigrants, purchased a small barbershop in a three-decker house...
