Two years ago in pre-COVID times, many of us didn’t even know about Zoom — a cloud-based communications app. Although it provided convenience and changed the way we work and connect, some say that … [Read more...] about The play’s the thing
Arts & Entertainment
A change of art: Textures and patterns shape Tom Jefferies’ career decision
By MEAGHAN CASEY After decades of putting his artistic passions on the backburner, Tom Jefferies finally acknowledged it was a calling he just couldn’t continue to ignore. Jefferies, who was … [Read more...] about A change of art: Textures and patterns shape Tom Jefferies’ career decision
Pluck of the Irish
Anne Driscoll making a difference in Emerald Isle By STACEY MARCUS “I arrived in Ireland with no phone, no home and no hairdresser,” said Anne Driscoll, an award-winning journalist, social … [Read more...] about Pluck of the Irish
Reach for the stars
Town’s artists over the moon about new home By MEAGHAN CASEY Artists may have been lured to Swampscott by the beautiful waterfront in years past, but it was often a solitary existence — until … [Read more...] about Reach for the stars
5 things you didn’t know about Barry Goudreau
Photo: Jim Wilson By PHYLLIS KARAS Barry Goudreau, the innovative lead guitarist on the band Boston’s first two albums, has played in several bands and recorded many successful songs and albums … [Read more...] about 5 things you didn’t know about Barry Goudreau