Brotherton: How did pumpkin become the spice of life?
The other day, I grabbed a coffee (black, nothing added, please, Ms. Barista) at Starbucks in downtown Salem. I was appalled by the number of people who were sucking... Read more.
War still delivers its message, nearly 50 years later
LYNN — War broke out of Long Beach, Calif., in 1969 when record producer Jerry Goldstein paired the funk-soul-Latin-R&B-jazz band with Animals singer Eric... Read more.
Tommy James and Peter Noone take Lynn down memory lane
LYNN — Before The Beatles forever changed the music world with their innovative “Sgt. Pepper” album in 1967, the 45 rpm record was king. Two of... Read more.
A rainy opening for the 200th Topsfield Fair
TOPSFIELD — The rain stopped at exactly 1 p.m. Friday, just as the gates opened to the 200th Topsfield Fair. The drizzle returned off and on through mid-afternoon,... Read more.
The good and the bad of ‘Jekyll & Hyde’
BEVERLY — North Shore Music Theatre is coming off one of its most successful, all-time family-friendly fun shows, “Mamma Mia.” The audience stood,... Read more.
Topsfield Fair prepares new attractions and old favorites for its 200th anniversary
TOPSFIELD — It’s early Thursday morning at the Topsfield Fairgrounds, and the place is a beehive of activity. Yes, work is going on at the Beekeeping and... Read more.
Lynn English graduate’s original musical comedy is about golf, life and friendship
WINTHROP — Ralph Tufo admits his golf game leaves a lot to be desired, but any way you slice it he’s a true pro when it comes to music and writing. The 1967... Read more.
North Shore band WildFire holding a fan appreciation fundraiser on Saturday
For the past 10 years, the North Shore-based WildFire Band has hosted a Fan Appreciation event to thank the group’s supporters and raise funds for a charity... Read more.
Brotherton: Not much vision on television
The 70th annual Primetime Emmy Awards ego-fest was held last night in Los Angeles, ending long after the Item and Mr. and Mrs. Brotherton were put to bed. Experts... Read more.
RAW students’ work featured at Flying Horse Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit
The ninth annual Flying Horse Outdoor Sculpture Exhibit on the campus of Pingree School in South Hamilton is drawing raves. The exhibit features pieces by renowned... Read more.
