Cape Cod’s Mercy Otis Warren is the country’s almost-forgotten ‘first lady’
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
BARNSTABLE - Everyone’s heard of George Washington, known to most as ”The Father of his Country.” But who knows his...
Exploring Harvard’s former transcendentalist community
By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer
HARVARD - In this pastoral town sits the scenic Fruitlands Museum. The Fruitlands offers visitors a snapshot of the transcendentalist...
Traveling with cats and dogs is a growing trend
By Nance Ebert, Contributing Writer
REGION - In today’s day and age, it is not uncommon to check into your hotel and see a dog...
Hockomock Swamp’s mysterious reputation attracts visitors to Bridgewater area
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
BRIDGEWATER - Physically, Hockomock Swamp is a vast wetland stretching across several towns in southeastern Massachusetts, with 16,950 acres in...
Follow these tips for successful solo travel
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION - Don’t mistake older travelers as always similar to the average tourist. Solo senior travelers also have different requirements...
Assabet River Rail Trail keeps pace with growing communities
By Maureen Sullivan, Contibuting Writer
MARLBOROUGH – To walk, to run, to bike without dealing with traffic.
To enjoy the seasons, a few moments to relax,...
Ice Castles are an enchanting winter destination for the entire family
By Sandi Barrett, Contributing Writer
REGION - Tucked away in North Woodstock, N.H., is a frozen fairytale castle perfect for a family gathering. From toddlers...
Unusual museums make for some offbeat outings
By David Wilkening, Contributing Writer
REGION - Massachusetts, in part because of its long-standing history, has long been a bastion of significant and important museums....
Boston’s Forest Hills Cemetery a fascinating destination for history, landscape, and art
By Peg Lopata, Contributing Writer
BOSTON - It certainly can’t be denied that the mountains might be the place to go on a fall day...
Black Heritage Trail highlights how Boston became an abolition hotbed
By David Wilkening
Contributing Writer
BOSTON - Sure sounds like a movie: Starting out, an enslaved couple, Lewis and Harriet Hayden escape from Kentucky. They turn...
