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...
By Samantha Drumm Hometown Weekly Staff
“You should see the Charles River, it has dwindled almost to a brook—and has lost all its Boston character,” wrote artist Dennis Bunker to the collector and philanthropist Isabella Stewart Gardner.
Gardner’s namesake, the iconic Isabella Stewart Gardner...
By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Staff
The annual MEMO Summer Concert Series is in full swing behind the Medfield Public Library, and this past week featured Medfield local band Route 109. They took to the gazebo with their instruments and filled a quiet evening with classic hits.
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...
By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Staff
Sherborn Library held another engaging concert on their lawn, this time featuring the Squeezebox Stompers, a Boston area American Roots band that performs a blend of cajun, blues, folk, zydeco, and their original music, any of which is perfect for a summer evening.
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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...
By Isabell Macrina Hometown Weekly Staff
Legendary editor of Yankee magazine, Mel Allen, joined the patrons of Wellesley Free Library to discuss his long history with the magazine, some of the interesting people he met along the way, and what inspired him to look for people to feature in his new book “Here In New...
By Kathryn Gentile Hometown Weekly Correspondent
Three alumni of the Westwood Public School special education program, Jocelynn B. Wallach, Nancy L. Williamson, and Joan M. Teebagy have come together to write and publish their own guide to the world of education, self-regulation, and executive function. The workbook, titled “Declassify Your Superpowers: How To Succeed In...
By Meghan Foley Hometown Weekly Staff
The 14U baseball team just finished an impressive tournament run last week, making it to the semifinals of the Eastern Massachusetts District Tournament.
After their quarterfinal win, Head Coach Ken Lee explained: “This is something that the town … has specifically...
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...
By Samantha Drumm Hometown Weekly Staff
Before Germany’s showdown against Paraguay last week, local and international German FIFA fans gathered in Walpole and Foxborough to celebrate their team spirit.
At Boylston Schul-Verein, Walpole’s German Club, local fans gathered weekly to watch games, drink Hefeweizen, and celebrate the team's advancements in the...
by Elizabeth Connolly Hometown Weekly Staff
Walpole’s 66th annual Night Before the Fourth celebration took place on Friday, July 3rd, and the crowds were as big as ever. This year’s celebration was especially meaningful as communities across the country gathered to commemorate the 250th birthday of America.
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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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By Lenny Strauss| Hometown Weekly Staff
On July 15th, the Baker Center for Children and Families, a nationally recognized provider of children’s mental health and special education services across Massachusetts hosted its 20th Annual Golf Tournament at the Walpole Country Club. While the event had its fair share of friendly competition, its fundraising effort was...
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...
