CHESTER — Over a dozen freemasons from around the region gathered in Chester Rural Cemetery on Friday afternoon to uphold their tenant of coming to a brother’s aid, even 170 years after his passing.

Snapshots, reader-submitted photos of community events, are published Monday. They may include service projects, guest speakers at club meetings, awards being presented or kids doing school ...

Members of the Masonic Lodge John R. Archer #714 gathered at Pittman Park in Jackson on Thursday.Sign up for our NewslettersIn addition to holiday meals, clothes, blankets and hygiene items were also ...

WATERLOO — Freemasons are perhaps best known for their traditions, rituals and secrets. A primary goal for Masons is to ensure their history is preserved. Changing times have forced Waterloo Masonic ...

Decades ago, a Mankato Mason decided to put into storage a historic document that empowers his fraternal organization to initiate new members. The yellowing parchment was carefully rolled up and ...

Manitowoc Lodge No. 65 of the Free & Accepted Masons was granted a charter on June 12, 1856. The first officers were the Rev.

The Gloucester Masonic Lodge, 27 Eastern Ave., will host an open house, known also as “Square and Compasses Day,” from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 19. This event is held semiannually to help the public gain ...