Legendary Locals of Foxborough

New Book Honors Foxborough’s Legendary Locals

A new local history book reveals the intriguing characters and everyday citizens who have made Foxboro’s history legendary. Legendary Locals of Foxborough shares the stories of unique individuals and groups, past and present, who have had a lasting impact on the community throughout its history.

Vintage images coupled with facts and anecdotes culled by local author Jeffrey Peterson reveal the fascinating history of legendary locals in Foxboro. Since its foundation in 1704 as part of the original Mass Bay Colony, this community has held courage, intelligence, innovation and athleticism in high regard, making Foxboro a natural fit to house the emblematic New England Patriots.

“Every journey begins with a vision, a spark of imagination to illuminate the frontiers of progress,” said author Jeffrey Peterson. The book covers both town greats and unsung heroes like Russell Harden III, a young Foxboro film student that went on to create famous James Bond movie trailers; Jackie O’Reilly, owner of the former Rexall family drugstore that became a trustee with the Boston Ballet Society; and Paul Stanton, who grew up playing hockey on local ponds and later went on to win the Stanley Cup with the Pittsburg Penguins.

Peterson is excited to share the new book with locals. “It just may be possible to give readers a taste of what makes Foxboro a remarkable place,” he said.

Join the Author for a Book Signing!

When: SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

Where: Barnes & Noble

82 Providence Hwy Walpole, MA 02032

Event from 2-4PM

The book will be available at events, area bookstores, independent retailers, online retailers, and through the publisher at www.legendarylocals.com or (888)-313-2665.