A sea captain and namesake of Conyngham Borough so harassed merchant ships that the English hesitated to sail around their ...

Over the course of many months, the Founding Fathers would work on the Declaration of Independence until it was officially signed on July 4, 1776, by some of the most influential figures in US history ...

This designation stems from its central role in the early stages of the American Revolutionary War ... midnight rides to warn Samuel Adams and John Hancock of the British troops’ approach.

This Black History Month, the Banner is teaming up with WriteBoston’s Teens In Print program, highlighting young voices of color. Each week, we will feature the work of three new students, who will ...

On Tuesday night, a historic home in Beaufort was destroyed in a fire. We spoke with officials from the North Carolina ...

Thanks to Republicans, progressive Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is quickly becoming the face of opposition to President Donald ...

Nearly 250 years ago, delegates gathered in Philadelphia to form the Declaration of Independence. John Hancock (Mikey Day) signed it the "biggest." Cameo alert! Lin-Manuel Miranda reappears as ...

There’s more to Hancock County’s history ... until the end of the Seven Years’ War in 1763, when France ceded its American claim to Spain and England. This area fell under British rule until after the ...

Stephen Puleo’s biography offers a fresh glimpse into the Radical Republicans’ struggle against slavery and shines a light on ...

Discover the rich history of Massachusetts, from pilgrims to patriots. Go on an unforgettable journey through history and ...

This museum is filled with a collection of artifacts from the Revolutionary War. There are one-of-a-kind objects from the past on display. They include John Hancock’s Red Velvet Coat, ammunition from ...