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Retired State Police Captain Joe Saccardo celebrates first book

February 1st, 2023 Comments Closed

WHITMAN — Local Weymouth author and retired Massachusetts State Police Captain Joe Saccardo had his first book signing for “Capable” at the Patio Restaurant in Whitman on Sunday. A full house was in attendance for the event. Many friends and family enjoyed the fun while enjoying their favorite beverage and snack. Saccardo spent three decades in law enforcement during a time where mobsters ran without fear in Boston’s streets. “Capable,” which be officially released in the…

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston holds 130th anniversary dinner

January 29th, 2023 Comments Closed

SEAPORT — 900 guests attended the Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston’s 2023 annual dinner that marks the 130th anniversary of celebrating inspiring youth that was held at the Omni at Seaport Hotel. The dinner co-chairs were John Capone, managing partner, Boston KPMG LLP, and Grace Lee, Massachusetts regional president, EVP, M&T Bank. Also welcoming the guests were Robert Lewis, Jr., Nicholas president and CEO Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston, and Chairman of the Board…

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Hingham’s The Snug celebrates 20th anniversary

January 23rd, 2023 Comments Closed

HINGHAM — A full house was on hand to help Ed and Ellen Brown celebrate the 20th anniversary of their Hingham bar and restaurant, The Snug, a regional favorite that has become a gathering place for those looking for an authentic Irish spot. Among those at the gathering at the Hingham Square eatery were state Senator Patrick O’Connor and the Steve Lindsey Band. All photos by Bill Brett

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Vigil for Ana Walshe on Cohasset Town Common

January 12th, 2023 Comments Closed

COHASSET — Hundreds of people turned out on Thursday night for an inter-faith vigil on Cohasset’s Town Common for Ana Walshe, a 39-year-old mother of three, who was last seen on Jan. 1. She was reported missing on Jan. 4 and the search for her is ongoing. All photos by Bill Brett

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Annual Mighty Quinn Polar Plunge brings scores to Wollaston Beach on cold day

January 8th, 2023 Comments Closed

QUINCY — A large and brave crowd joined 8-year-old “Mighty” Quinn Waters for the third annual Polar Plunge at Wollaston Beach on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023. Quinn, who lives in Weymouth, was easy to spot on the beach standing at the starting line with his mom, Quincy Police Officer Tara Waters. Among those who turned out to support the Waters family at the annual fundraiser were members of the South Boston L Street Brownies who…

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