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Gavin House celebrates retiring director

November 22nd, 2024 Comments Closed

QUINCY — More than 750 guests attended the Gavain House Foundation’s evening of gratitude dinner, which was held at the Quincy Marriott Hotel to celebrate John McGahan for his 31 years of leadership and his contributions to the recovery community. He was congratulated by his successor, CEO Peter Barbuto. Gavin House Foundation supports the work of the Gavin House and under John’s guidance, the organization achieved amazing milestones, significantly grew its programs, and made a…

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Joyce Hogan honored by the Maura Wilkins Foundation

November 9th, 2024 Comments Closed

DORCHESTER — 300 guests attended the “Laughter Heals” comedy night fundraiser to support the work of the Maura Wilkins Foundation. The event was held on Nov. 7, 2024 at Florian Hall in Dorchester. Comic Lenny Clarke, one of the night’s special guests, presented Joyce Hogan with the 2024 Light Bearer Award. Hogan was honored for her love, service, and dedication to helping people in recovery. She is beautifully depicted in the “Light Bearer” poem, and…

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Alba on 53 in Hanover holds contest, we’re not so sure about the judge

November 2nd, 2024 Comments Closed

HANOVER — A strong “witches brew” full of great costumes, great food and an amazing DJ (Amanda Carr) made this year’s Halloween bash one to remember at Alba on 53 in Hanover. The restaurant was the site of the costume contest, which was hosted by South Shore MC Jim Fagan along with celebrity judge Bill Brett. All photos by Bill Brett

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Hingham Historical Society holds Tavern Night

October 21st, 2024 Comments Closed

HINGHAM — 550 guests attended the Hingham Historical Society’s Tavern Night, which was held this year at Old Ordinary on Lincoln Street. The sold-out event helps support the non-profit’s programs. All photos by Bill Brett

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New England Council honors New Englanders of the Year

September 25th, 2024 Comments Closed

SEAPORT — 1,700 New England Council members and guests from throughout the region gathered at the Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport for the Council’s 2024 Annual Celebration. The event celebrated the achievements and contributions of the 2024 New Englanders of the Year: Special guests included Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, U.S. Representative Lori Trahan, and Boston Red Sox Chairman Tom Werner. The audience also enjoyed musical performances by Michelle Brooks-Thompson, a Springfield, MA, native and…

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