The members of Glover’s Regiment commemorated the life of General John Glover in their annual march to Burial Hill. General Glover died on Jan. 30, 1797, and is entombed at Burial Hill. The commander of the regiment, Captain Seamus Daly delivered an oration remembering General Glover’s service to the country, state, and town. Following the oration, members of the regiment … [Read more...] about March to Burial Hill in honor of General John Glover
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Upcoming community events
Wreaths Out Save the date for Wreaths Out Day on Saturday, Jan. 20 at 9 a.m. We will be going through Waterside Cemetery, Creesy St. Cemetery, Old Burial Hill, and Star of The Sea Cemetery to pick up the 2,300 wreaths which were laid in Honor and Remembrance. Dress for the weather, wear work gloves and, remove only Wreaths Across America wreaths. 2024 Festival Logo … [Read more...] about Upcoming community events
Historic Building of the Week: Capt. Blackler House
I don’t know about you, but the word “Washington” is so ubiquitous that I often forget it’s the last name of our first president. “Washington” pops up everywhere: the State of Washington, Washington D.C., The Washington Post, and of course, the countless number of Washington Streets across the nation. Obviously, the prevalence of Washington’s name is because he was, … [Read more...] about Historic Building of the Week: Capt. Blackler House
Back in time to Dec. 1, 1988
In this week's paper, you will read quite a bit about one of the town's most beloved annual traditions: the Christmas Walk. With that in mind, as I made my weekly trip through the Daily Evening Item archives, stumbling upon coverage of the walk 35 years ago, I figured I might as well add to the party. 1988's walk marked the 17th annual, with festivities kicking off … [Read more...] about Back in time to Dec. 1, 1988