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From the EditorHanson Town Meeting highlights

article thumbnailJust got home from Hanson’s Town Meeting.  All articles were taken care of in one night.  I’ll post more details tomorrow, but I wanted to get a few things in tonight for...
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From the EditorHousekeeping items

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Old family favorites
Linda L. Shea
Wed, May 14, 2008 22:32
In this column I would like to share a few old family favorites. I grew up helping in the kitchen and I loved these dishes. I hope you will try some of these recipes with your children.
Mother’s Day brunch
Andrea Fall
Wed, May 07, 2008 17:25
The following recipes are great if you are planning a brunch, something to keep in mind with Mother's Day fast approaching.
Dry weather means fire danger
Stephanie Spyropoulos
Wed, Apr 30, 2008 17:04
This week's rain has been a welcome relief for firefighters in Hanson, Whitman and East Bridgewater.
Diamond Jim’s dinner
Linda L. Shea
Wed, Apr 30, 2008 16:17
In this column we will deal with Diamond Jim's dinner, but first a little more about the man.
Justin Graeber
Wed, Apr 23, 2008 21:00
Whitman-Hanson Regional High School will host a regional music festival May 2 and 3.
Wed, Apr 23, 2008 20:43
This week has been a beauty and I hope you are all getting outside to enjoy it!
No challenger for Webster, yet
Sun, Apr 20, 2008 18:22
Hanson state Rep. Daniel Webster won a bruising re-election battle two years ago against Pembroke Democrat Greg Hanley. With the deadline for n...
Fit for Diamond Jim
Wed, Apr 16, 2008 23:05
More on Diamond Jim, his life and favorite foods. Jim never married, but he did have a ten-year affair with Edna McCauley. Edna was a departm...
From Bruce Lee to the Boys Club for this sensei
Wed, Apr 09, 2008 21:27
Bob Bethoney has traded kicks with such famous martial artists as Bruce Lee, Chuck Norris and Bill Wallace “Superfoot.” He now uses ...
Stovetop suppers
Wed, Apr 09, 2008 21:04
The dinner hour is always a busy and hectic time when everyone arrives home hungry.

Diamond Jim’s favorites
Wed, Apr 02, 2008 15:00
With this column I am starting a series on one of the most colorful characters in the history of food.
Spring into salads
Wed, Mar 26, 2008 16:04
As you know, with the weather here in New England, we will most likely go from turtlenecks to tank tops overnight.
Wed, Mar 19, 2008 16:17
The fundraising event to benefit the children of the late Gerry Mont and his wife Carol will take place on Saturday, May 10 from 7 p.m. to midnight ...
“Eggs”traordinary recipes
Wed, Mar 19, 2008 15:00
Spring is here and Easter is Sunday. Eggs have been important to Easter ever since the Pennsylvania Dutch introduced them
Wed, Mar 12, 2008 20:28
A bill working its way through the legislature would allow towns to exempt some senior citizens from the tax increases incurred after a Proposition ...
Wed, Mar 12, 2008 20:20
The Tri-Town Masonic Lodge opened its doors for an open house and blood drive Saturday morning.
Wed, Mar 12, 2008 20:14
St. Patrick's Day is upon us, and the Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for thousands of years. Lenten prohibitions against the co...
Wed, Mar 05, 2008 16:05
I know I write a lot about vegetables but to me there is no good meal without them, and according to the Rev. Sylvester Graham, that is all one shou...
Wed, Mar 05, 2008 15:32
Representatives from Stoughton, Brockton and Whitman gathered on Tuesday morning to discuss traffic and other safety concerns along Route 27.
Wed, Feb 27, 2008 15:12
Fresh seafood is one of my favorites, so I wanted to feature some delicious recipes that will inspire you during the Lenten season.
Wed, Feb 27, 2008 14:55
Dollars for Scholars of Whitman and Hanson is sponsoring their second annual Spring Shopping Expo on Sunday, April 13 at the Whitman Town Hall fro...
Wed, Feb 27, 2008 14:43
Bob Walsh, owner of the former Popcorn Gourmet building, has opened up a new business space that is giving local crafters a chance to shine.
Wed, Feb 20, 2008 15:03
At this time of year comfort food is everything, and what is more comforting than a big bowl of homemade soup or stew?
Wed, Feb 20, 2008 14:56
A horde of Civil War buffs descended on the Whitman VFW Sunday afternoon for a day of demonstrations, history, and even a cannon explosion.
Thu, Feb 14, 2008 16:33
Come and learn more about the critters in your own backyard from an expert. Light refreshments will be served after this educational opportunity for...
Thu, Feb 14, 2008 16:25
Plymouth County Sheriff Joseph D. McDonald Jr. is pleased to announce the second annual Citizen Sheriff's Academy.
Wed, Feb 13, 2008 17:05
A former Whitman-Hanson teacher is hoping to see a screenplay she has been working on for years come to life on the big screen.
Wed, Feb 13, 2008 16:49
It's been four years of frustration for Fred Murray, as he is no closer to finding out what happened to his daughter that cold February night in 200...
Wed, Feb 13, 2008 16:45
The store windows are decorated, the heart-shaped candy has been out since after Christmas, but many of the men in the tri-town area are still scurr...
Wed, Feb 13, 2008 16:35
Chinese New Year meant a district-wide party for Whitman Hanson students, staff, and their families. An event held Thursday night was so well at...
Sun, Feb 10, 2008 16:19
The Express took home three awards at the New England Press Association's Better Newspaper contest Saturday night, including two top prizes.
Wed, Feb 06, 2008 15:03
Mark your calendars now for The Hanson Public Library Foundation's Literary Luncheon featuring Stephen Puleo, author of “Boston Italians”...
Wed, Feb 06, 2008 14:53
A morning rain and heavy fog wasn't enough to keep away voters in Hanson, Whitman and East Bridgewater during the presidential primaries Tuesday.
Wed, Jan 30, 2008 17:48
Soups on! Baby it's cold outside, and a delicious hot bowl of soup will work wonders this winter. These all go well with crusty bread or in a soup b...

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