The non-profit Zullo Gallery-Center for the Arts is marking its one-year anniversary of purchasing its building on Main Street in Medfield by kicking off a series of "Summer Thursday" gatherings from 6 to 10 p.m. on July 16. These community get-togethers will then continue every other week until August 27 (exact dates are...
After more than four decades of service to the Town of Dover, longtime Department of Public Works employee Robert "Bobo" Beckwith retired in July, bringing to a close a career defined by dependability, hard work and a commitment to the community.
A Dover native, Beckwith spent his entire life in the town. He started...
Earle J. Legge of Sarasota, FL passed away of natural causes on June 29, 2026 in Sarasota.
Earle was born in Norwood, MA on February 3, 1931 and grew up in Massachusetts. A highlight of Earle’s youth was singing in the Cathedral Choir at Trinity Church...
Creator and Hometown Weekly Cartoonist Tim Jones tells us why a grumpy dog, a pet storm cloud, and a bad day make for the perfect comic strip.
It took a layoff from his job more than a decade ago to convince creator Tim Jones to revive Aesop, a miserable flying dog he’d first drawn...
The town of Walpole is mourning the loss of one of its beloved sons, Thomas Henry Groden. Born August 24, 1948 in Cambridge, Tom was raised on Lewis Farm in Walpole as 6th of the 15 children of Harold M. Groden, M.D. and Helen (Perrault) Groden. He...
Maureen E. McQuillen,
Age 85, of Norfolk, formerly of Medfield, on July 2, 2026; beloved wife of the late Jeremiah J. McQuillen. Loving mother of Michael P. McQuillen (Trish) of McLean, VA, Karen L. McQuillen (Becky Poulin) of Reading, and Kathleen M. Smahi (Hassan) of North Attleboro;...
Catherine R. "Pippen" Cook October 8, 1942 – July 1, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Catherine R. "Pippen" Cook, who died peacefully on July 1, 2026, at the age of 83. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Pippen...
Marcia died peacefully at home with daughter Janet.
Born on February 16, 1937 in Framingham, MA. Marcia was the daughter of the late John A. and Dorothy Newell of Medfield and the beloved wife of Richard E. Allan whom we lost in 2021.
Marcia is survived by...
The Needham Bank Great Hall Concert Series, renowned for its world-class musical performances in a historic and convenient suburban setting, has just announced its 13th season. Performances will all take place at 7:30 pm at the Needham Town Hall.
Emmy, Tony and Grammy-nominee Lauren Ambrose opens the season, followed...
On Monday June 1, Walpole Girl Scout Troop 82540 had the honor of being joined by Janet Applefield. Author of Becoming Janet and Holocaust survivor, Janet’s story tells of bravery, strength, and resilience. Her message of stopping discrimination, promoting kindness and peace is inspiring to all.
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John Peter Mustonen Jr. Age 81, of Walpole, died June 24, 2026. Born in Milford in 1945, he spent nearly his entire life on Willett Pond in Walpole, where he and his wife of 57 years, Janet Frances (Baril) Mustonen, built their home on the same...
Who called the historic Peak House home, and what unique stories did they leave behind? Local history enthusiasts can find out again this weekend.
The Peak House Heritage Center launched a new interactive summer series in June. The program runs on the second Saturday of each month through September. Visitors of all...
The Dover Housing Task Force (DHTF), together with consultants from Barrett Planning Group and Dodson & Flinker, hosted the second of three community forums for the town's Housing Roadmap project on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
Held at the Caryl Community Center, the forum drew approximately 35 residents for an interactive discussion about Dover's future...
A Middlesex Superior Court jury has awarded former Sherborn Police Chief Richard Thompson $1.2 million after determining that former Town Administrator David Williams intentionally and maliciously interfered with Thompson's employment contract, leading to his termination. Thompson served as Sherborn's police chief from 2009 until his termination in 2020.
The verdict stems from Thompson's 2020...
Xaverian Brothers High School is proud to announce that Ms. Catherine Sciortino (Newton), science teacher and AI Coordinator, has been selected as a recipient of the 2026 ISTE+ASCD 20 to Watch Award.
This award recognizes 20 innovative early-career educators who are making an impact through transformative teaching and meaningful technology integration. Selected from a...
The Westwood Public Library welcomed young readers and hockey fans on June 29 for the Boston Bruins Summer Reading Kickoff, a statewide initiative that encourages children and teens to keep reading throughout the summer.
Held in partnership with the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners and the Massachusetts...
In partnership with the Westwood Public Library’s 21st Century Fund and the Westwood Cultural Council, the Town of Westwood is pleased to announce that Liyann Alrayashi has been selected as the 2026-2027 Youth Poet Laureate.
This September, Liyann will be entering her sophomore year at Westwood High School. She...
The Needham Garden Club (NGC) has awarded its 2026 scholarship to Katie Burns, recognizing her academic achievement, commitment to environmental stewardship and enthusiasm for learning.
According to the Garden Club, Burns stood out among a strong field of applicants for her genuine passion for education. In her scholarship application, she explained that throughout high...
Claudia Rose Newman, Dover resident and daughter of Trudy Newman and Paul Newman, graduated from Cotting School in Lexington on June 6 as a member of the 132nd graduating class. Claudia received The Mary M. Perry Citizenship Award, which recognizes a graduate who has shown outstanding service and dedication to the Cotting School...
This summer The Gorse Mill Gallery in Needham is presenting an exhibit of puppets and puppet theater by local artist John Lechner. The exhibit will include hand puppets, marionettes, shadow puppets, rod puppets, and crankies created by the artist over the last thirty years. The exhibit will run July 6th – August 23rd, and...
