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Cordella's Coffee Shop is causing a buzz on Worcester's west side
Cordella’s is a small shop that opened in early April at 116B June St., Worcester, serving up everything up everything from espresso and ice coffees to teas and sweet treats. It’s comfortable and welcoming atmosphere makes customers definitely feel at home. Coffee shops play an important role in community, the main reason owners...
Fitchburg loves a parade: July Fourth spirit fills downtown
FITCHBURG — Main Street became the latest stage for Civic Days, the city's days-long recognition of Independence Day — dating to 1960. The Fourth of July Parade, with bands, floats and public officials, filled downtown Thursday morning as hundreds of onlookers lined the sidewalks. ...
Worcester Summers are Flea-ting: Flea Markets & Antique Shops to Visit While the Weather Holds
Summer in the city has many dimensions to it. Some people like to find a nice watering hole, shout out to Worcester’s many ponds and lakes, while others might prefer a rounding up of all the best ice cream spots for gustatory relief. For those of us who favor an open air market, this is for your benefit. Central Massachusetts is a treasure trove of cool places to go looking for treasure.
Letters of Holden author's parents a heartfelt insight into WW II 'At Home and At Sea'
Royce and Becky Singleton had only been married seven months in October, 1943, but Royce, a Navy fighter pilot, was aboard the USS Suwannee escort carrier headed to the Central Pacific. Royce's ship and air group supported the battles of the decisive Central Pacific offensive of World War II, while...
The favorite for Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest: Massachusetts' own Geoffrey Esper
Every July 4, contestants line up behind folding tables at Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest on Coney Island and dive in to eat as many hotdogs and buns as possible in just 10 minutes. This year, 16-time champion Joey Chestnut, who’s arguably the biggest name in hot dog...
'Love, hope, feel and imagine' The String Queens to hold court in Worcester
When Kendall Isadore, Dawn Johnson and Élise Sharp first played together at a gig, they knew it was a match. The occasion for the three string instrumentalists was a wedding in the Washington, D.C., area in 2017. "There was a freedom where each could be ourselves as a player," Isadore recalled. "We said, 'Well let's keep this thing going.'"
Food Whisperer: At J’s Restaurant, fine dining in an idyllic setting, close to home
A patio table for two on a pleasant June evening was the perfect setting for an anniversary dinner. We were at J’s Restaurant, part of Nashoba Valley Winery in Bolton, for the first time in a long time and with much anticipation as the dinners we had enjoyed on our previous visits were excellent.
Seven Things to do: Summer concerts, a view to art, and more
Worcester art collective El Salón holds another edition of its monthly Plaza Sábados family block party and market on the afternoon of July 6. From noon to 4 p.m., the section of Lagrange Street intersecting with Beacon Street will fill with vendors, artists, and activities for all ages. Previous Plaza Sábados have featured screen printing workshops, food trucks, and music and live DJ sets from Worcester fixtures like DJ Manipulator, so prepare to see homegrown creativity on display all day. (MT)
WICN’s 4th Annual Newport Jazz Festival Bus Trip
Enjoy a luxurious round-trip ride to The Newport Jazz Festival on Saturday, August 3rd with WICN! Travel back and forth to the festival in style and comfort aboard the WICN Jazz Bus, provided by FTI Coach, and leave the hassle of driving and parking to us!. Ticket-holders must arrive at...
Writer Sarah P. Blanchard's debut novel explores mystery and memory
A horrific crash kills three people. Emma Gillen, 19, barely survives, and is tormented by guilt, and an ability to remember important details. The crash occurs in the midst of a vulnerable time for Emma, who lives in western North Carolina with her cousin and fellow crash survivor, Lucy, with whom she has a tempestuous relationship.
Last call: David Wong retires after 50 years of bartending
WESTBOROUGH – David Wong thumbed his way through his phone. Hundreds of photos – decades worth of family, friends and places. After a few minutes, Wong found what he was seeking – a photo of himself as a young man, fresh from Hong Kong, starting his career as a bartender at the Honolulu on Turnpike Road.
22 Bakeries in Brookfield, MA: Indulge in Local Flavors
Brookfield, Massachusetts is known for its charming small town atmosphere and rich history. One of the beloved staples of this community are the local bakeries that line the streets. From classic New England bakeries serving up freshly baked pastries and breads to trendy cafes offering artisanal treats, Brookfield’s bakeries have...
The Barrett Park Waterfall Loop Is One Of The Best Waterfall Hikes In Massachusetts
Barrett Park in Leominster, Massachusetts is the perfect day trip destination. This beautiful 40-acre park is home to a long list of amenities including an 8.9-acre pond, picnic areas, a playground, and more. It is also home to the Barrett Park Waterfall Loop, a short and sweet waterfall hike that will immerse you in nature’s beauty. It may just be one of the best waterfall hikes in Massachusetts for the entire family.
Westwood Swing Band to play at the Willows at Westborough
WESTBOROUGH – The Willows at Westborough is gearing up for its 2024 Summer Concert Series. All of the concerts will take place in the courtyard between 7 to 8:15 p.m. If the weather is poor, the concerts will be closed to the public. July 3: Westwood Swing Band. July...
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