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Echoes of Yesterday

Celebrating the voices that shaped North Reading.

This podcast series brings you rare recordings, historic interviews, and personal stories that offer a glimpse into North Reading’s past. Each episode uncovers the voices of those who helped build the community, capturing moments, memories, and experiences from a time gone by.

Today, we travel back to April 8th, 1975, for a conversation with Florence Conron.Her memories offer a glimpse into a North Reading of years gone by and remind us of the stories that continue to shape who we are today.

NORCAM would like to extend a special thank you to community member and historian Gordon Hall for generously donating these rare interviews and helping preserve these important pieces of our community’s past.

Podcast Produced: Fall 2026

Echoes of Yesterday

Celebrating the voices that shaped North Reading.

This podcast series brings you rare recordings, historic interviews, and personal stories that offer a glimpse into North Reading’s past. Each episode uncovers the voices of those who helped build the community, capturing moments, memories, and experiences from a time gone by.

Step back in time with this rare recording from June 17, 1975, featuring Dorothy Abbott, a devoted member of North Reading's historical community. Through her firsthand memories and reflections, Dorothy paints a vivid picture of the town's people, traditions, and everyday life, preserving stories that continue to shape North Reading's rich heritage.

NORCAM would like to extend a special thank you to community member and historian Gordon Hall for generously donating these rare interviews and helping preserve these important pieces of our community’s past.

Podcast Produced: Summer 2026

Echoes of Yesterday

Celebrating the voices that shaped North Reading.

This podcast series brings you rare recordings, historic interviews, and personal stories that offer a glimpse into North Reading’s past. Each episode uncovers the voices of those who helped build the community, capturing moments, memories, and experiences from a time gone by.

In this episode, recorded in 1975, North Reading historian Mrs. Florence Doten shares her remarkable knowledge and memories of the town's rich past. Through her firsthand recollections and deep understanding of local history, she paints a vivid picture of the people, places, and events that helped shape the community. Join us as we listen back and rediscover the echoes of yesterday.

NORCAM would like to extend a special thank you to community member and historian Gordon Hall for generously donating these rare interviews and helping preserve these important pieces of our community’s past.

Podcast Produced: Summer 2026

Echoes of Yesterday

Celebrating the voices that shaped North Reading.

This podcast series brings you rare recordings, historic interviews, and personal stories that offer a glimpse into North Reading’s past. Each episode uncovers the voices of those who helped build the community, capturing moments, memories, and experiences from a time gone by.

In this episode, recorded on March 11, 1975, longtime North Reading community member Ruth Crosby shares her recollections and stories, offering a unique window into the people, places, and traditions that made the town what it is today. Join us as we listen back and rediscover the echoes of yesterday.

NORCAM would like to extend a special thank you to community member and historian Gordon Hall for generously donating these rare interviews and helping preserve these important pieces of our community’s past.

Podcast Produced: Summer 2026

Travel back to America's Bicentennial year with this special archival presentation from the 1976 North Reading Independence Day Celebration. Featuring an original audio recording captured during the community's festivities, this program preserves a unique piece of local history and offers listeners a chance to experience how North Reading marked the nation's 200th birthday. Join us for this memorable journey into the town's past.

Archive audio recording provided by Gordon Hall.

This program was created in cooperation with NORCAM, Inc.

For more information on NORCAM and our programs visit www.NORCAM.org or find us in facebook. www.facebook.com/norcam

Heroic Reflections a podcast dedicated to honoring the stories Behind the service and hosted By Liam Steele.

Episode Number: 12

On this edition: Sergeant Richard D Tiberii

This program was created in cooperation with NORCAM, Inc.

For more information on NORCAM and our programs visit www.NORCAM.org or find us in facebook. www.facebook.com/norcam

Heroic Reflections a podcast dedicated to honoring the stories Behind the service and hosted By Liam Steele.

Episode Number: 11On this edition: Senior Master Sergeant Joanna Milne United States Air Force

This program was created in cooperation with NORCAM, Inc.

For more information on NORCAM and our programs visit www.NORCAM.org or find us in facebook. www.facebook.com/norcam

Heroic Reflections a podcast dedicated to honoring the stories Behind the service and hosted By Liam Steele.

Episode Number: 10

On this edition: Michael Hennessey, United States Navy

This program was created in cooperation with NORCAM, Inc.

For more information on NORCAM and our programs visit www.NORCAM.org or find us in facebook. www.facebook.com/norcam

Heroic Reflections a podcast dedicated to honoring the stories Behind the service and hosted By Liam Steele.

Episode Number: 09

On this edition: Roy F. Walters, United States Army

This program was created in cooperation with NORCAM, Inc.

For more information on NORCAM and our programs visit www.NORCAM.org or find us in facebook. www.facebook.com/norcam

Heroic Reflections a podcast dedicated to honoring the stories Behind the service and hosted By Liam Steele.

Episode Number: 08

On this edition: Captain Arianna C D’Isola, United States Army

This program was created in cooperation with NORCAM, Inc.

For more information on NORCAM and our programs visit www.NORCAM.org or find us in facebook. www.facebook.com/norcam