Every October, tourists and partygoers flock to Salem hoping to immerse themselves in the dark and ghoulish spirit of Halloween, but in a bright-pink room on North Street, a cheerful, inviting witch … [Read more...] about The Good Witch of Salem
People & Places
Charlie Baker gives it the old college try
When Charlie Baker was a student at Needham High School, he was a member of the student council and basketball team. Looking back, it makes a lot of sense. On March 1, the 72nd governor of … [Read more...] about Charlie Baker gives it the old college try
Lending voice to the Blue
Over the course of more than 55 years, Swampscott’s Roger Volk has made not just one, but many names for himself. To most, he’s an accountant, though others know him as the lively voice announcing … [Read more...] about Lending voice to the Blue
Hate Football?
Barrie Atkin might Change Your Mind Just like everyone in New England, Barrie Atkin was surprised when Patriots head coach Bill Belichick opted to continue starting Tom Brady at quarterback when Drew … [Read more...] about Hate Football?
Ben Fernekees takes us all on his mission
Meet 10-year-old Ben Fernekees of Swampscott. Ben is just like every other 10-year-old. Well, almost. What sets him apart from most other kids his age is that he is the co-founder of Ben’s Mission, an … [Read more...] about Ben Fernekees takes us all on his mission