Aug. 17, 2018
By Thomas D’Agostino
www.tomdagostino.com
Samuel Bates of Cohasset, Massachusetts, owned a fleet of trade ships that sailed to ports all over the world. In the early 1750s, he built a ship chandlery to supply and outfit his vessels. The business passed down from generation to generation, finally ending with John Bates as its owner.
John Bates was a true businessman. From his desk... Read More
Aug. 17, 2018
Woman in Business, Inc. (WIB), a Sturbridge-area support group of dynamic women of all types of careers, has announced its September luncheon.
Held Wednesday, September 12 at the Southbridge Hotel and Conference Center, the informative session will focus on the “Me, Too” movement -- what employers are doing, what employees...
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Aug. 16, 2018
On Saturday, October 6 from 9am to 4pm on Main Street, Douglas, Massachusetts will once again host one of the largest events in the Blackstone Valley. Douglas Oktoberfest is very excited to announce this year’s headlining act, Boombox: the '70s and '80s Experience. The DOUGLAS, Massachusetts, August 13, 2018 -- Oktoberfest Incorporates Old Favorites, As Well As New Entertainment, Website.
seven-member band consists of seasoned... Read More
