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Minnesota/US - Local Masonic lodge looks to grow under new leadership
21 Jan 2025

Minnesota/US – Local Masonic lodge looks to grow under new leadership

(by Carson Hughes, St Peter Herald, January 21, 2025)   Freemasonry has a reputation for its clandestine traditions, but Nicollet […]

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New Mexico/US - Bethlehem Masonic Lodge celebrates first responders in Valencia County
19 Jan 2025

New Mexico/US – Bethlehem Masonic Lodge celebrates first responders in Valencia County

(by editorial board, News-Bulletin, January 16, 2025)   Under the leadership of our Worshipful Master, Worshipful Brother Larry Lindberg, and […]

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Durham/England - Freemasons help Villa Real School in Consett buy minibus
18 Jan 2025

Durham/England – Freemasons help Villa Real School in Consett buy minibus

(by Gavin Engelbrecht, The Northern Echo, 18th January 2025)   A County Durham school for children with complex learning difficulties […]

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North Wales - Freemasons donate £10,000 to Family Friends
17 Jan 2025

North Wales – Freemasons donate £10,000 to Family Friends

(by Noticeboard, In Your Area, 17 Janary 2025)   Family Friends offers a unique service by, recruiting and training volunteers […]

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Oklahoma/US - Garfield Masonic Lodge Donates Money
16 Jan 2025

Oklahoma/US – Garfield Masonic Lodge Donates Money

(by ShaggyDuck, Enid Blog, January 16, 2025)   Garfield Lodge #501 of Enid donated $8640 to the family of Kynlee […]

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Minnesota/US - 1916 Masonic hall fire shows lack of water pressure in Rochester
15 Jan 2025

Minnesota/US – 1916 Masonic hall fire shows lack of water pressure in Rochester

(by Thomas Weber, Post Bulletin, January 16, 2025 )   As fire raged through Rochester’s Masonic Temple building on the […]

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Lancashire/England - Freemason’s South Fylde Group’s Charitable Community Engagement
14 Jan 2025

Lancashire/England – Freemason’s South Fylde Group’s Charitable Community Engagement

(by John Topping, The Gazette, 14th Jan 2025)   Help where it matters most – at the heart of our […]

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Quebec/Canada - Lake Magog Masonic Lodge donates $10,000 to Alzheimer’s Society for new respite home
13 Jan 2025

Quebec/Canada – Lake Magog Masonic Lodge donates $10,000 to Alzheimer’s Society for new respite home

(by William Crooks, The Record, 12 January 2025)   On Jan. 10, the Société Alzheimer de l’Estrie received a generous […]

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Wales - Tenby Freemasons' boost to Paul Satori Foundation charity
12 Jan 2025

Wales – Tenby Freemasons’ boost to Paul Satori Foundation charity

(by Paul Evans, The Tenby Observer, 10th January 2025)   Tenby Lodge have continued their long standing support for the […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons support Kirkby Lonsdale after fire
11 Jan 2025

Cumbria/England – Freemasons support Kirkby Lonsdale after fire

(by Imogen Barber, The Mail, 9th January 2025)   Kind-hearted souls have donated thousands of pounds to help kickstart a […]

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Virginia/US - AppCAA’s Davidson receives Masonic award
10 Jan 2025

Virginia/US – AppCAA’s Davidson receives Masonic award

(by Staff Reporter, TimesNews, Jan 9, 2025)   Appalachian Community Action and Development Agency staffer Karen Davidson has been recognized […]

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California/US - Los Gatos Masons hosting Installation of Officers ceremony
08 Jan 2025

California/US – Los Gatos Masons hosting Installation of Officers ceremony

(by Staf Report, Los Gatan, January 8, 2025)   Mt. Moriah Lodge #292 will hold its Installation of Officers ceremony […]

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Valencia/Spain - Masonic Elves visit school in Aldaia
05 Jan 2025

Valencia/Spain – Masonic Elves visit school in Aldaia

(by Donna Williams, Euro Weekly, 31 December 2024)   Members of the Freemasons of Valencia Provincial DANA Flood Relief Committee […]

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Lincolnshire/England - Freemasons give £7,000 to St Barnabas Hospice
04 Jan 2025

Lincolnshire/England – Freemasons give £7,000 to St Barnabas Hospice

(by editorial board, Lincolnshire Today, 2nd January 2025)   Another £7,000 has been given by Freemasons to Lincolnshire’s St Barnabas […]

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Jersey Freemasons
03 Jan 2025

Jersey – Suffering of Jersey Freemasons to be remembered

(by Chris Craddock, BBC News, 3rd January 2025)   There are plans to remember the Freemasons who were forced to […]

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Wales - Family Friends Wrexham gets £10,000 Freemasons boost
02 Jan 2025

Wales – Family Friends Wrexham gets £10,000 Freemasons boost

(by Joe Robinson, The Leader, 2nd January 2025)   A UNIQUE Wrexham based service supporting families in need has been […]

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Derbyshire/England - Inside the Freemasons - From secret handshakes to self-improvement bound by four key principles
01 Jan 2025

Derbyshire/England – Inside the Freemasons – From secret handshakes to self-improvement bound by four key principles

(by Louis Corbett, DerbyshireLive, 1st January 2025)   To some, the Freemasons are a cult-like society practicing rituals, secret handshakes, […]

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Manila/Philippines - Freemasons extend aid to Kanlaon volcano evacuees
31 Dec 2024

Manila/Philippines – Freemasons extend aid to Kanlaon volcano evacuees

(by editorial board, The Manila Times, December 31, 2024)   The Masonic Lodges in Negros Occidental have been among the […]

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Oregon/US - FOX 12’s December Classroom of the Month with the Oregon Freemasons
30 Dec 2024

Oregon/US – FOX 12’s December Classroom of the Month with the Oregon Freemasons

(by editorial board, FOX 12 Oregon, December 20, 2024)   December’s Classroom of the Month takes us to Corbett Grade […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Wisbech foodbank receives £4,000 donation from Freemasons
29 Dec 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Wisbech foodbank receives £4,000 donation from Freemasons

(by Chloé Western, Wisbech Standard, 25th December 2024)   Freemasons from the area have donated £4,000 to a foodbank. The […]

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Wisconsin/US - Freemasons make donations to Superior first responders
27 Dec 2024

Wisconsin/US – Freemasons make donations to Superior first responders

(by Hayley Raatsi, Northern News Now, December 23, 2024)   One Superior organization stepped in to donate to local heroes […]

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Somerset/England - Freemasons £4k grant for charity project
26 Dec 2024

Somerset/England – Freemasons £4k grant for charity project

(by John Thorne , West Somerset FreePress, 26th December 2024)   New fathers and their families across West Somerset and […]

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Devonshire/England - Charities benefit from Freemasons donations
25 Dec 2024

Devonshire/England – Charities benefit from Freemasons donations

(by Ellen Grindley, Teignmouth Post & Gazette, 25th December 2024)   Three Teignbridge charities have received a welcome festive boost […]

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North Wales - Freemasons donate £10,000 to DangerPoint in Talacre
22 Dec 2024

North Wales – Freemasons donate £10,000 to DangerPoint in Talacre

(by Joe Robinson, Rhyl, Prestatyn & Abergele Journal, 18th December 2024)   North Wales Freemasons has donated £10,000 to an […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons raise funds for Castlegate and Derwent Surgery, Cockermouth
20 Dec 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons raise funds for Castlegate and Derwent Surgery, Cockermouth

(by Bridget Dempsey, Times & Star, 20th December 2024)   A West Cumbrian doctors surgery have received a huge cheque […]

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Northumberland/England - Freemasons donate £10,000 to Dragonfly Cancer Trust
17 Dec 2024

Northumberland/England – Freemasons donate £10,000 to Dragonfly Cancer Trust

(by Lauren Coulson, Northumberland Gazette, 17th December 2024)   Northumberland Freemasons have donated £10,000 to the Dragonfly Cancer Trust to […]

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Devonshire/England - Freemasons donate over £30,000 to local charities and community groups
16 Dec 2024

Devonshire/England – Freemasons donate over £30,000 to local charities and community groups

(by Laura White, The Moorlander, 16 December 2024)   Freemasons from across Devon gathered this autumn to distribute more than […]

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Shropshire/England - Oswestry Masonic Fellowship donate defibrillator to OsNosh
14 Dec 2024

Shropshire/England – Oswestry Masonic Fellowship donate defibrillator to OsNosh

(by Tabitha Wilson, Advertizer, 14th December 2024)   A group has donated a defibrillator to an Oswestry charity. The Oswestry […]

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Inverclyde/Scotland - Festive Food Bank Gift From Freemasons
13 Dec 2024

Inverclyde/Scotland – Festive Food Bank Gift From Freemasons

(by editorial board, Inverclyde Now, 11 December, 2024)   Lodge Crawfurdsburn handed over a cheque for £570 to boost the […]

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Oxfordshire/England - Young people gain ‘Big Brother’ mentors with Freemasons’ support
13 Dec 2024

Oxfordshire/England – Young people gain ‘Big Brother’ mentors with Freemasons’ support

(by Newsdesk, Charity Today, 12th December 2024)   SIXTY young people in Oxfordshire who would benefit from a stable and […]

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British Columbia/Canada - Peachland Masonic Lodge contributes to Penticton oncology clinic
11 Dec 2024

British Columbia/Canada – Peachland Masonic Lodge contributes to Penticton oncology clinic

(by John Arendt, Eagle Valley News, December 11, 2024)   The Peachland Masonic Lodge has donated $2,500 to the Penticton […]

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Devon/England - Freemasons donate £4,000 to Exeter's Hospiscare
10 Dec 2024

Devon/England – Freemasons donate £4,000 to Exeter’s Hospiscare

(by Bobby Angelov, Exmouth Journal, 10th December 2024)   Devonshire Freemasons have donated to Exeter’s Hospiscare. The donation of £4,000 […]

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Scotland - Robert Burns links to Freemasonry explored in new project
09 Dec 2024

Scotland – Robert Burns links to Freemasonry explored in new project

(by Jody Harrison, The Herald, 6th December 2024)   He is Scotland’s bard and renowned the world over as the […]

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South Carolina/US - Installation held for Gaffney Masonic Lodge 186 officers for 2025
08 Dec 2024

South Carolina/US – Installation held for Gaffney Masonic Lodge 186 officers for 2025

(by editorial board, Gaffney Ledger, December 06, 2024)   The Gaffney Masonic Lodge 186 held 2025 officer elections on November […]

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Devonshire/England - Freemasons donate to Army Benevolent Fund
07 Dec 2024

Devonshire/England – Freemasons donate to Army Benevolent Fund

(by Bobby Angelov, Sidmouth Herald, 6th December 2024)   Devonshire Freemasons have donated to the Army Benevolent Fund (ABF). The […]

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Berkshire/England - Freemasons have success at 19th year of panto
06 Dec 2024

Berkshire/England – Freemasons have success at 19th year of panto

(by Reporter, Observer, 5th December 2024)   Children at schools across Berkshire were able to enjoy the 19th annual panto […]

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Northamptonshire/England - Corby day care hospice gifted £44,583 by Freemasons
05 Dec 2024

Northamptonshire/England – Corby day care hospice gifted £44,583 by Freemasons

(by Alison Bagley, Northamptonshire Telegraph, 5th Dec 2024)   Staff and patients at Lakelands day care hospice have welcomed a […]

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Louisiana/US - Freemasonry rededicates historic Lake Charles Masonic Lodge
03 Dec 2024

Louisiana/US – Freemasonry rededicates historic Lake Charles Masonic Lodge

(by Stephanie Obediku, 7KPLC, November 4, 2024)   The largest masonic lodge in Lake Charles, which has been inoperable since […]

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Oregon/US - FOX 12’s November Classroom of the Month with the Oregon Freemasons
01 Dec 2024

Oregon/US – FOX 12’s November Classroom of the Month with the Oregon Freemasons

(by FOX 12 Staff, FOX12, November 25, 2024 )   For the November installment of Classroom of the Month, the […]

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Northern Ireland - ‘Rare opportunity’ as Armagh Freemasons open doors to public on Georgian Day
29 Nov 2024

Northern Ireland – ‘Rare opportunity’ as Armagh Freemasons open doors to public on Georgian Day

(by Staff Reporter, ARMAGHI, November 28, 2024)   ‘By opening our doors to the public we hope to dispel these […]

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Jamaica - Freemasons staging second annual blood drive Nov 30
28 Nov 2024

Jamaica – Freemasons staging second annual blood drive Nov 30

(by editorial board, Jamaica Observer, November 28, 2024)   The second annual National Blood Drive Day organised by local Freemasons […]

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Lincolnshire/England - Freemasons’ donation supports riding lessons for disabled children
27 Nov 2024

Lincolnshire/England – Freemasons’ donation supports riding lessons for disabled children

(by editorial board, Lincolnshire Today, 26th November 2024)   The Fenland Group of the Riding for the Disabled Association has […]

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Somerset/England - Freemasons donation to Long Ashton Youth Club
26 Nov 2024

Somerset/England – Freemasons donation to Long Ashton Youth Club

(by Ethan Evans, Weston Mercury, 26th November 2024)   A generous donation from Somerset Freemasons is set to greatly benefit […]

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Lancashire/England - New Temple Mark masonic lodge members thanked for donation
25 Nov 2024

Lancashire/England – New Temple Mark masonic lodge members thanked for donation

(by Shuiab Khan, Lancashire Telegraph, 24th November 2024)   A masonic lodge has donated £200 towards the Rosemere Cancer Foundation. […]

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Cumbria/England - Cockermouth Freemasons to donate £1,300 to community hospital
24 Nov 2024

Cumbria/England – Cockermouth Freemasons to donate £1,300 to community hospital

(by Ollie Rawlinson, News&Star, 24th November 2024)   A Freemasons lodge will donate over £1000 to a community hospital to […]

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Victoria/Australia - Freemasons support local groups
23 Nov 2024

Victoria/Australia – Freemasons support local groups

(by James Taylor, Surf Coast Freemasons, November 23, 2024)   Freemasons on the Surf Coast have again supported charitable groups […]

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Essex/England - Freemasons give £15k to Age UK Waltham Forest
22 Nov 2024

Essex/England – Freemasons give £15k to Age UK Waltham Forest

(by editorial board, Waltham Forest Echo, 21 November, 2024)   From their facility in Hall Lane in Chingford, Age UK […]

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Leicestershire/England - Oakham Freemasons raise £1,000 to support local lifesaving services
21 Nov 2024

Leicestershire/England – Oakham Freemasons raise £1,000 to support local lifesaving services

(by Grace Kennington, Oakham Nub News, 19th November 2024)   Oakham’s Freemasons raise vital funds for local emergency response services […]

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Northumberland/England -Freemasons donate £150k to Newcastle Children's Heart Unit
19 Nov 2024

Northumberland/England -Freemasons donate £150k to Newcastle Children’s Heart Unit

(by Andrew Cunningham, Hexham Courant, 18th November 2024)   Northumberland Freemasons and Northumberland Mark Master Masons have announced a donation […]

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Sussex/England - Freemasons Sompting Lodge donates to Worthing Veterans Association to support local veterans
18 Nov 2024

Sussex/England – Freemasons Sompting Lodge donates to Worthing Veterans Association to support local veterans

(by Dave King, SussexWorld, 18th November 2024,)   Following Sunday’s solemn Remembrance Day Parade on November 10, members of the […]

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Bermuda - Freemasons give $6,000 to charities
17 Nov 2024

Bermuda – Freemasons give $6,000 to charities

(by Sékou Hendrickson, The Royal Gazette, November 17, 2024 )   Three non-profit organisations have each been presented with $2,000 […]

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British Columbia/Canada - New chapter on the horizon for Langford's Freemasons
16 Nov 2024

British Columbia/Canada – New chapter on the horizon for Langford’s Freemasons

(by editorial board, Goldstream News Gazette, November 13, 2024)   The laying of the foundation stone for a new facility, […]

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South Australia - A behind the scenes look at the Freemasons Grand Lodge on North Terrace
15 Nov 2024

South Australia – A behind the scenes look at the Freemasons Grand Lodge on North Terrace

(by David Bevan, listen, 7 November 2024)   Shrouded in mystery, the Freemasons have long been a secret club that […]

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On October 24, Simon Phillips from St Andrew's Lodge presented the cheque to Helping Whittlesey's Anna Foster.
14 Nov 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Freemasons donate £3k to Whittlesey charity

(by Sophie Skyring, CambsTimes, 14th November 2024)   Cambridgeshire Freemasons have donated £3,000 to support children in Whittlesey and a […]

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West Yorkshire/England - Freemasons donate more than £3,500 to Linthwaite-based Ruddi’s Retreat
12 Nov 2024

West Yorkshire/England – Freemasons donate more than £3,500 to Linthwaite-based Ruddi’s Retreat

(by Andy Hirst, HuddersfieldHub, November 10, 2024)   Freemasons in Huddersfield have donated more than £3,500 to Ruddi’s Retreat. The […]

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Northamptonshire and Huntingdonshire/England - The Province Remembers The Fallen
11 Nov 2024

Northamptonshire and Huntingdonshire/England – The Province Remembers The Fallen

(by Peter Robinson, Masonic Province of Northamptonshire & Huntingdonshire, 10th November 2024)   Sunday November 10 2024 saw Northamptonshire and […]

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10 Nov 2024

Spain – Valencian Freemasons rally together

(by Marc Menendez-Roche , Euro Weekly, 10 November 2024)   In an immediate response, the Freemasons of Valencia have sprung […]

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Ireland - Club Limerick Dublin Guided Tour of the Freemasons Hall Dublin Wednesday 20th November
09 Nov 2024

Ireland – Club Limerick Dublin Guided Tour of the Freemasons Hall Dublin Wednesday 20th November

(by editorial board, Club Limerick, 9th November 2024)   Club Limerick Dublin Guided Tour of the Freemasons Hall Dublin Wednesday […]

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Cumbria/England - Masonic lodge at Newby Bridge celebrates 100 years
08 Nov 2024

Cumbria/England – Masonic lodge at Newby Bridge celebrates 100 years

(by Imogen Barber, The Mall, 8th November 2024)   A celebration of the Masonic Lodge at Newby Bridge was held […]

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Cumbria/England -Cockermouth Freemasons donate £300 to Blood Bikes Cumbria
07 Nov 2024

Cumbria/England -Cockermouth Freemasons donate £300 to Blood Bikes Cumbria

(by Matthew O’Hara, Times & Star, 7th November 2024)   A Freemasons lodge in West Cumbria has donated £300 to […]

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Essex/England - Freemasons celebrate raising nearly 20k for charity
06 Nov 2024

Essex/England – Freemasons celebrate raising nearly 20k for charity

(by George Pizani, Echo, 6th November 2024)   Members of Cross Keys Community Fund celebrated their impressive achievement at an […]

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South Wales - Freemasons grant to help children affected by domestic abuse
05 Nov 2024

South Wales – Freemasons grant to help children affected by domestic abuse

(by Elizabeth Scott, South Wales Guardian, 5th November 2024)   A charity is set to help 75 children from families […]

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Somerset/England - Somerset Freemasons give £2,000 grant to Young Somerset
04 Nov 2024

Somerset/England – Somerset Freemasons give £2,000 grant to Young Somerset

(by Ethan Evans, Somerset County Gazette, 29th October 2024)   Children’s mental health and wellbeing charity, Young Somerset, has received […]

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Spain - Costa del Sol freemasons show support for functional diversity
03 Nov 2024

Spain – Costa del Sol Freemasons show support for functional diversity

(by Tony Bryant, SUR in English, 1 November 2024)   The Masonic Lodge of Friendship 37 in Los Boliches has […]

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Pennsylvania/US - Masonic organization to celebrate 100 years in Butler
31 Oct 2024

Pennsylvania/US – Masonic organization to celebrate 100 years in Butler

(by Eddie Trizzino, Butler Eagle, October 30, 2024)   Getting to hang out with his friends is a benefit of […]

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South Wales - Freemasons offers support to youngsters affected by domestic abuse
30 Oct 2024

South Wales – Freemasons offers support to youngsters affected by domestic abuse

(by Jo Barnes, yahoo! news, 29 October 2024)   Seventy-five children from families where domestic abuse has been a factor, […]

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Illinois/US – Geneva Freemasons celebrate 170 in the community with open house and ribbon cutting
28 Oct 2024

Illinois/US – Geneva Freemasons celebrate 170 in the community with open house and ribbon cutting

(by David Petesch, Shaw Social, October 27, 2024)   Geneva Masonic Lodge #139 marked its 170th anniversary this month and […]

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South Australia - Freemasons donate $100k to Lions Hearing Dogs
26 Oct 2024

South Australia – Freemasons donate $100k to Lions Hearing Dogs

(by Liana Webster, Murray Bridge News, October 23, 2024 )   A $100,000 donation from the Murray Bridge Freemasons Lodge […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Classic movies for people living with dementia in Cambs
25 Oct 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Classic movies for people living with dementia in Cambs

(by Sophie Skyring, ElyStandard, 25th Ocrober 2024)   Thousands of people living with dementia and their carers are set to […]

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Illinois/US - Geneva Masonic Lodge to mark 170 years with open house
21 Oct 2024

Illinois/US – Geneva Masonic Lodge to mark 170 years with open house

(by Brenda Schory, Shaw Local, October 21, 2024)   As the Geneva Masonic Lodge No. 139 marked its 170th year […]

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Cheshire/England - Lymm Masonic lodge celebrates 100 years of existence
20 Oct 2024

Cheshire/England – Lymm Masonic lodge celebrates 100 years of existence

(by Tabitha Wilson, Warrington Guardian, 19th October 2024)   Domville Lodge, which meets at the Spread Eagle Hotel in Lymm, […]

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British Columbia/Canada - Merritt Freemasons seek new members to revitalize Lodge
19 Oct 2024

British Columbia/Canada – Merritt Freemasons seek new members to revitalize Lodge

(by Kenneth Wong, Merritt Herald, October 18, 2024)   Facing a critical shortage of members, the Merritt Freemasons are on […]

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Durham/England - City football club's £70,000 bus boost from the Freemasons
18 Oct 2024

Durham/England – City football club’s £70,000 bus boost from the Freemasons

(by Kevin Clark, Sunderland Echo, 18th October 2024)   A Sunderland football team is hitting the road with a little […]

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In an exhilarating display of camaraderie and community spirit, four dedicated Freemasons from Blackwater Lodge No. 1977
17 Oct 2024

Suffolk/England – Local Freemasons ‘Take to the Skies’ for Charity Sky Dive

(by Nub News Reporter, Maldon Nub News, 16th October 2024)   Four adventurous Brothers from the Blackwater Masonic Lodge soared […]

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Illinois/US - Masons Donate to Groups that Feed and Clothe Children
16 Oct 2024

Illinois/US – Masons Donate to Groups that Feed and Clothe Children

(by Steve Brandy, VCF, October 16, 2024)   James Peplow II, the presiding officer of Olive Branch 38 Masonic Lodge […]

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Costa Nova/Spain - Javea 40 Lodge Freemasons: Ladies Night
15 Oct 2024

Costa Nova/Spain – Javea 40 Lodge Freemasons: Ladies Night

(by Donna Williams, EuroWeekly, 12 October 2024)   On October 5, the Javea 40 Lodge of Freemasons hosted an incredibly […]

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Suffolk/England - Freemasons of Lodge of Prudence in Halesworth open up
14 Oct 2024

Suffolk/England – Freemasons of Lodge of Prudence in Halesworth open up

(by Phoebe Ozanne, Beccles & Bungay, 12th October 2024)   That is the message from members of a society that […]

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Hampshire/England - Basingstoke Freemasons hold open day at Masonic Hall
12 Oct 2024

Hampshire/England – Basingstoke Freemasons hold open day at Masonic Hall

(by Sophie Day, Gazette, 12th October 2024)   An open day in Basingstoke revealed the activities of Freemasons in their […]

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Northamptonshire/England - People with dementia at Northampton General Hospital benefit from Freemason's Grant
11 Oct 2024

Northamptonshire/England – People with dementia at Northampton General Hospital benefit from Freemason’s Grant

(by Craig Bunday, Northampton Chronicle & Echo, 8th October 2024)   At least 450 patients with dementia admitted to the […]

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London/England - Teddington Riding Charity Supports Disabled with Help from Freemasons
10 Oct 2024

London/England – Teddington Riding Charity Supports Disabled with Help from Freemasons

(by Newsdesk, Charity Today, 10th October 2024)   Park Lane Stables (PLS) is an award-winning RDA (Riding for the Disabled […]

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Alberta/Canada - Freemasons install new officers
09 Oct 2024

Alberta/Canada – Freemasons install new officers

(by editorial board, e-know.ca, October 7, 2024)   Fisher Peak Lodge No. 34, The Freemasons, installed their new officers for […]

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South Devon/England - Kingsbridge Freemasons are “blooming marvellous”
08 Oct 2024

South Devon/England – Kingsbridge Freemasons are “blooming marvellous”

(by South Hams Reporter , Kingsbridge&Salcombe Gazette, 8th October 2024)   Kingsbridge’s Duncombe lodge has had the pleasure of presenting […]

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Wales - Freemasons raise over £1m for charity
07 Oct 2024

Wales – Freemasons raise over £1m for charity

(by editorial board, Monmouthshire Beacon , 7th October 2024 )   Monmouthshire Freemasons proudly announced a remarkable total of £1,020,240 […]

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Port Glasgow/Scotland - Masonic Lodge hosts public during Doors Open
06 Oct 2024

Port Glasgow/Scotland – Masonic Lodge hosts public during Doors Open

(by Lorraine Tinney, Greenock Telegraph, 1st October 2024)   Lodge Doric Kilwinning No68 opened its doors to the public at […]

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Cumbria/England - St John's, Workington Freemasons travel to Sweden for special trip
05 Oct 2024

Cumbria/England – St John’s, Workington Freemasons travel to Sweden for special trip

(by Bridget Dempsey, Times & Star, 4th October 2024)   A group of freemasons from Workington have travelled to Sweden […]

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Durham/England - Freemasons' £7,500 boost for Sunderland charity More Than Grandparents
04 Oct 2024

Durham/England – Freemasons’ £7,500 boost for Sunderland charity More Than Grandparents

(by Kevin Clark, Sunderland Echo, 4th October 2024)   Durham Freemasons have made a £7,500 donation to More Than Grandparents […]

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Indiana/US - Crowl and Berry honored as 50-year Masonic members
03 Oct 2024

Indiana/US – Crowl and Berry honored as 50-year Masonic members

(by Staff Reports, kpc NEWS.COM, October 3, 2024)   Jim Crowl and Tom Berry, both members of Angola Masonic Lodge […]

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Michigan/US - Masonic lodges donate toward Manistee County K-9 vest
02 Oct 2024

Michigan/US – Masonic lodges donate toward Manistee County K-9 vest

(by Arielle Breen, Manistee News Advocate, September 30, 2024)   Masonic Lodge #228 of Manistee members and Pere Marquette Masonic […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons attend Patterdale Mountain Rescue boat launch
01 Oct 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons attend Patterdale Mountain Rescue boat launch

(by Brandon Mawson, News&Star, 1st October 2024)   Cumbria Freemasons were invited to a Patterdale Mountain Rescue boat launch. The […]

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Hampshire/England - Freemasons make £5,500 worth of donations to good causes
30 Sep 2024

Hampshire/England – Freemasons make £5,500 worth of donations to good causes

(by Sophie Day, Gazette, 27th September 2024)   A man has been busy over the summer making financial donations to […]

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What if the Solution to Men’s Loneliness Is … Freemasonry?
29 Sep 2024

What if the Solution to Men’s Loneliness Is … Freemasonry?

(by Allegra Rosenberg, Slate, September 28, 2024)   A nondescript building in New York City’s Chelsea neighborhood houses, variously, the […]

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NSW/Australia - A sneak peek inside the Freemasons’ chamber of secrets
28 Sep 2024

NSW/Australia – A sneak peek inside the Freemasons’ chamber of secrets

(by editorial board, The Daily Telegraph, 28th September 2024)   A new leader of the Freemasons in NSW and the […]

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Gloucestershire/England - Generous Gloucestershire Freemasons' Annual Charity Day
27 Sep 2024

Gloucestershire/England – Generous Gloucestershire Freemasons’ Annual Charity Day

(by Matthew Holmes, Strout News, 27th September 2024)   Gloucestershire Freemasonry held its annual Charity Day at ‘The Hill’ in […]

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Sussex/England - Freemasons rally to support Stonepillow homeless charity at Chichester Big Sleep Out
26 Sep 2024

Sussex/England – Freemasons rally to support Stonepillow homeless charity at Chichester Big Sleep Out

(by Dave King, Sussex World, 23rd September 2024)   This past Saturday, seven members of the West Group of Sussex […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Charitable giving by local Freemasons passes £2.5 million
25 Sep 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Charitable giving by local Freemasons passes £2.5 million

(by Craig Bunday, Peterborough Telegraph, 25th September 2024)   Peterborough Freemasons are amongst those who, together with other members in […]

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London/England - Women’s Trust Supports London Abuse Survivors with Help from Freemasons
24 Sep 2024

London/England – Women’s Trust Supports London Abuse Survivors with Help from Freemasons

(by Newsdesk, Charity Today, 23rd September 2024)   Westminster-based Woman’s Trust is a charity that supports women who have experienced […]

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Michigan/US - Bay City’s Masonic Temple to open for first ever public paranormal tours
23 Sep 2024

Michigan/US – Bay City’s Masonic Temple to open for first ever public paranormal tours

(by Joey Oliver, mLIVE, September 21, 2024)   The Masonic Temple on North Madison Avenue was built in the 1890s, […]

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Western Australia - Freemasons celebrate formation of Mid West district, Carl Reynolds installed as commander
22 Sep 2024

Western Australia – Freemasons celebrate formation of Mid West district, Carl Reynolds installed as commander

(by Matthew Paddick, Geraldton Guardian, 19 September 2024)   The Freemasons have celebrated the formation of a new Mid West […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Freemasons donate £1,000 to Wisbech Rainbow Guides group
21 Sep 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Freemasons donate £1,000 to Wisbech Rainbow Guides group

(by Sophie Skyring, Wisbech Standard, 18th September 2024)   A Freemasons Lodge has donated £1,000 to a Rainbow Guides group. […]

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Ontario/Canada - Housing sought at Gan Masonic Lodge
20 Sep 2024

Ontario/Canada – Housing sought at Gan Masonic Lodge

(by Keith Dempsey , Recorder & Times, September 20, 2024)   Gananoque council has unanimously approved an encroachment agreement for […]

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Essex/England - Don’t worry and Be’ach happy! Local Freemasons raise thousands for charities
19 Sep 2024

Essex/England – Don’t worry and Be’ach happy! Local Freemasons raise thousands for charities

(by David Barton, Thurrock Nub News, 16th September 2024)   Thurrock may not be the first name that springs to […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Stuart Lodge Freemasons Raymond Godby fraud charges plea
18 Sep 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Stuart Lodge Freemasons Raymond Godby fraud charges plea

(by Oliver Murphy, The Hunts Post, 17th September 2024)   A man charged with “fraud by abuse of position” while […]

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Texas/US - Fish Fry Fundraiser At Paris Masonic Lodge
17 Sep 2024

Texas/US – Fish Fry Fundraiser at Paris Masonic Lodge

(by editorial board, East Texas Radio, September 16, 2024)   An All-you-can Eat Fish Fry Fundraiser will be at Paris […]

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Georgia/US - Tucker Masonic Lodge presents community achievement awards
16 Sep 2024

Georgia/US – Tucker Masonic Lodge presents community achievement awards

(by Dean Hesse, decaturish.com, September 15, 2024)   Tucker Masonic Lodge No. 42 presented DeKalb Fire Rescue Capt. Shawn Staton […]

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Merseyside/England - The Wro and Wirral Masonic Luncheon Club gift vital equipment to West Kirby RNLI
15 Sep 2024

Merseyside/England – The Wro and Wirral Masonic Luncheon Club gift vital equipment to West Kirby RNLI

(by Lifeboats News Release, RNLI Lifeboats 200, 13 September 2024)   The Wro and Wirral Masonic Luncheon Club have generously […]

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London/England - £15,000 Grant from Freemasons Boosts Sports Access for Disabled Children
14 Sep 2024

London/England – £15,000 Grant from Freemasons Boosts Sports Access for Disabled Children

(by Newsdesk, Charity Today, 13th September 2024)   HUNDREDS of disabled children will be less isolated and more engaged in […]

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Delaware/US - Masonic Charities awards grants to statewide non-profits
13 Sep 2024

Delaware/US – Masonic Charities awards grants to statewide non-profits

(by editorial board, photo courtesy of David Skocik, Daily State News, September 9, 2024)   Masonic Charities of Delaware provided […]

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New York Area/US - Towpath Masonic Lodge honors 75-year member
12 Sep 2024

New York Area/US – Towpath Masonic Lodge honors 75-year member

(by Ginny Kropf, Lockport Union-Sun&Journal, September 11, 2024)   Members of the Towpath Masonic Lodge #1193 had the rare honor […]

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Nebraska/US - David City Masonic Hall preparing for cornerstone dedication
12 Sep 2024

Nebraska/US – David City Masonic Hall preparing for cornerstone dedication

(by Jared Barton, The Columbus Telegram, August 12, 2024)   In freemasonry, Psalm 133 is read in first-degree ceremonies, instructing […]

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Why are Africa’s Freemasons heading to Turkiye?
11 Sep 2024

Why are Africa’s Freemasons heading to Turkiye?

(by Joséphine Dedet, The Africa Report, September 7, 2024)   African Masons have been strengthening their ties with their Turkish […]

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Jamaica - Freemasons forum to discuss forming Grand Lodge of Jamaica
10 Sep 2024

Jamaica – Freemasons forum to discuss forming Grand Lodge of Jamaica

(by Jason Cross, Jamaica Observer, September 8, 2024)   A long-running discussion on the possible formation of a Grand Lodge […]

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Victoria/Australia - Freemasons support Bob Iskov Kokoda Scholarship
09 Sep 2024

Victoria/Australia – Freemasons support Bob Iskov Kokoda Scholarship

(by Wangaratta Chronicle, Mansfield Courier, 9th September 2024)   Wangaratta Lodge of St John and Freemasons Foundation has provided a […]

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Lincolnshire/England - Freemason's 6,500-mile walk for mental health awareness
07 Sep 2024

Lincolnshire/England – Freemason’s 6,500-mile walk for mental health awareness

(by Ella Woszczyk, exeter today, September 1, 2024)   A Freemason from Lincolnshire who is hoping to raise £100,000 for […]

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Victoria/Australia - Homecoming for Cornucopia Lodge
06 Sep 2024

Victoria/Australia – Homecoming for Cornucopia Lodge

(by editorial board, News Of The Area – Modern Media, September 5, 2024)   After sharing space with another lodge […]

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Philippines - Knights of Columbus called to oppose Freemasonry
04 Sep 2024

Philippines – Knights of Columbus called to oppose Freemasonry

(by J-P Mauro, Aletheia, 30th August 2024)   Supreme Knight Patrick Kelly called on Filipino members of the KofC to […]

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Hampshire/England - Basingstoke Masonic Hall Open Day
02 Sep 2024

Hampshire/England – Basingstoke Masonic Hall Open Day

(by editorial board, Gazette, 2nd September 2024)   As one of the oldest social and charitable organisations in the world, […]

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Devonshire/England - Calstock freemasons complete epic hike across county
31 Aug 2024

Devonshire/England – Calstock Freemasons complete epic hike across county

(by Sarah Pitt, Tavistock Gazette, 30th August 2024)   There were tired feet and sore legs when a valiant band […]

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Isle of Man/England - Freemasons open day to take place in Douglas this weekend
29 Aug 2024

Isle of Man/England – Freemasons open day to take place in Douglas this weekend

(by dam Morton , Isle of Man Today, 29th August 2024)   Isle of Man Freemasons are set to host […]

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Arizona/US - Freemasons donate $1,500 to Mt. Graham Safe House
28 Aug 2024

Arizona/US – Freemasons donate $1,500 to Mt. Graham Safe House

(by Jon Johnson, The Gila Herald, August 26, 2024)   It was all smiles on Friday as the Safford Territorial […]

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Wisconsin/US - Janesville Masonic Center Damaged by Multiple Gunshots
26 Aug 2024

Wisconsin/US – Janesville Masonic Center Damaged by Multiple Gunshots

(by Christopher Hodapapp, Freemasons for Dummies, August 26, 2024)   Shots were fired at the Masonic Center in Janesville, Wisconsin […]

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Essex/England - Freemasons and local Charity aid thousands of Children in Ukraine
25 Aug 2024

Essex/England – Freemasons and local Charity aid thousands of Children in Ukraine

(by editorial board, Your Harlow, 25th August 2024)   A momentous fundraising effort lead by Essex Freemason Steve Bryuel, (Orsett […]

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Scotland - Freemasons mark centenary in Bonnybridge Lodge Dolphin hall
23 Aug 2024

Scotland – Freemasons mark centenary in Bonnybridge Lodge Dolphin hall

(by Sandy Thomson, Falkirk Herald, 23rd Aug 2024)   Two landmark events are coming up for a local organisation which […]

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West Virginia/US - Masonic Cornerstone Laying Ceremony
21 Aug 2024

West Virginia/US – Masonic Cornerstone Laying Ceremony

(by RealWV Staff/County News, Featured, REAL, August 19, 2024)   “It has been a long time coming and we are […]

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Dorset/England - Freemasons support young carers in Bournemouth and Poole
20 Aug 2024

Dorset/England – Freemasons support young carers in Bournemouth and Poole

(by Georgia Revell, Dorset Echo, 19th August 2024)   With £1500 funding from Dorset Masonic Care, matched with a further […]

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Poland - Centuries-Old Tunnels Linked To Secret Freemason Rituals Excavated Underneath Poland’s Wilanów Palace
18 Aug 2024

Poland – Centuries-Old Tunnels Linked To Secret Freemason Rituals Excavated Underneath Poland’s Wilanów Palace

(by Austin Harvey, ati, August 16, 2024)   Dating back to the 17th century, Warsaw’s tunnels known as the “Masonic […]

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Virginia/US - Did you know this obscure monument in Alexandria could have ties to the Freemasons?
16 Aug 2024

Virginia/US – Did you know this obscure monument in Alexandria could have ties to the Freemasons?

(by Matt Kaufax, wtop news, August 15, 2024)   It’s an out-of-sight marker in Alexandria, Virginia, that seems like an […]

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New Mexico/US - Roswell approves converting historic Masonic Lodge into open-air pavilion
15 Aug 2024

New Mexico/US – Roswell approves converting historic Masonic Lodge into open-air pavilion

(by WSBTV.com News Staff, yahoo!news, August 13, 2024)   The Roswell City Council has approved a new project to build […]

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Kansas/US - Wichita Masons host luncheon to honor first responders
14 Aug 2024

Kansas/US – Wichita Masons host luncheon to honor first responders

(by KWCH Staff, 12news, August 13, 2024)   First responders in the Wichita community gathered Saturday afternoon (Aug. 10) for […]

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Ireland - Connaught Freemasons sponsor guide dog puppy Jasper
13 Aug 2024

Ireland – Connaught Freemasons sponsor guide dog puppy Jasper

(by editorial board, Journal, 11th August 2024)   Connaught Freemasons have sponsored a Guide Dog puppy named Jasper, a black […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Freemasons snap up court house in Wisbech – which closed in 2011
12 Aug 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Freemasons snap up court house in Wisbech – which closed in 2011

(by John Elworthy, Cambsnews, August 8, 2024)   Freemasons in Wisbech – who increased charitable donations last year to £8,000 […]

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Wales - Welsh children's cancer charity is supported by Freemasons from three counties
11 Aug 2024

Wales – Welsh children’s cancer charity is supported by Freemasons from three counties

(by Western Telegraph Reporter, yahoo!news, 11 August 2024)   The Welsh children’s cancer charity, Latch, is the chosen charity for […]

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Oklahoma/US - Freemasons help relieve Caddo schools’ financial burden for school supplies
09 Aug 2024

Oklahoma/US – Freemasons help relieve Caddo schools’ financial burden for school supplies

(by Olivia Thompson, ksii.com, August 7, 2024)   Nearly 12 years ago, a small act of service turned into a […]

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Philippines - Freemasons support remote Mt. Kanlaon school
08 Aug 2024

Philippines – Freemasons support remote Mt. Kanlaon school

(by editorial board, The Manila Times, August 9, 2024)   Despite the long distance, mountainous terrain and fast flowing rivers, […]

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West Yorkshire/England - Baildon Freemasons back Otley Men’s Shed charity
07 Aug 2024

West Yorkshire/England – Baildon Freemasons back Otley Men’s Shed charity

(by Claire Lomax, Ilkley Gazette, 6th August 2024)   A Baildon-based Freemason’s Lodge has stepped in to boost an Otley […]

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Vermont/US - Masonic Widows Sons pass $100,000 fundraising mark
06 Aug 2024

Vermont/US – Masonic Widows Sons pass $100,000 fundraising mark

(by Malachy Flynn, Yahoo! News, August 5, 2024)   White River Jct., VT – The Widows Sons Masonic Motorcycle Group […]

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Texas/US - Dripping Springs Rambo Masonic Lodge participates in cornerstone ceremony
05 Aug 2024

Texas/US – Dripping Springs Rambo Masonic Lodge participates in cornerstone ceremony

(by Staff Report, Hays Free Press, July 31, 2024)   Representatives of the Grand Lodge of Texas and Rambo Masonic […]

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Nebraska/US - Freemasons hold cornerstone ceremony at new school
04 Aug 2024

Nebraska/US – Freemasons hold cornerstone ceremony at new school

(by Christina Lyons, Beatrice Daily Sun, July 30, 2024)   Masonic cornerstone laying ceremony took place at the new Beatrice […]

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Illinois/US - Car show in Crystal Lake Saturday: Freemasons’ show welcomes all makes and models
03 Aug 2024

Illinois/US – Car show in Crystal Lake Saturday: Freemasons’ show welcomes all makes and models

(by editorial board, Shaw Local News Network, August 02, 2024 )   Stop by McHenry County College’s parking lot F, […]

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Lincolnshire/England - Freemasons' £30,000 donation secures 'phones for the future' for Lincolnshire's Samaritans
02 Aug 2024

Lincolnshire/England – Freemasons’ £30,000 donation secures ‘phones for the future’ for Lincolnshire’s Samaritans

(by Stuart Pearcey, Lincolnshire World, 2nd Aug 2024,)   Thanks to a donation of £30,000 from Lincolnshire Freemasons the vital […]

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Arkansas/US - 106-Year-Old Mason become a Knight Commander!
01 Aug 2024

Arkansas/US – 106-Year-Old Mason become a Knight Commander!

(by Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, SJ-USA, The official YouTube Channel of The Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, August […]

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South Carolina/US - Masonic lodges hosting back-to-school event for teachers
31 Jul 2024

South Carolina/US – Masonic lodges hosting back-to-school event for teachers

(by staffroom, The Berkleley Independent, July 31, 2024)   With all of the attention usually given to students during back-to-school […]

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Kansas/US - Masonic Foundation Supports Masonic Lodge With Child Care Center Donation
30 Jul 2024

Kansas/US – Masonic Foundation Supports Masonic Lodge With Child Care Center Donation

(by editorial board, The Emporia Gazette, July 30, 2024)   The Kansas Masonic Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to benefiting […]

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Cheshire/England - Freemasons donate £5k to help survivors of domestic abuse
30 Jul 2024

Cheshire/England – Freemasons donate £5k to help survivors of domestic abuse

(by noticeboard, In Your Area, 29 July 2024)   A donation from Cheshire Freemasons means more people affected by domestic […]

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South Australia - Pelligra, Freemasons Greenlit for Adelaide’s Tallest Tower
28 Jul 2024

South Australia – Pelligra, Freemasons Greenlit for Adelaide’s Tallest Tower

(by editorial board, The Urban Developer, 25 July 2024)   Adelaide’s tallest tower has been approved. After a day of […]

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Ireland - Shedding light on the Freemasons in Dundalk
27 Jul 2024

Ireland – Shedding light on the Freemasons in Dundalk

(by Jason Newman, louthlive, 23 July 2024)   Freemasonry is often shrouded in mystery, and its members are typically seen […]

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New South Wales/Australia - Freemasons pass $100,000 milestone in support of children with cancer
26 Jul 2024

New South Wales/Australia – Freemasons pass $100,000 milestone in support of children with cancer

(by editorial board, News Of The Area, July 26, 2024)   FREEMASONS from the Hastings and Manning, along with Masonicare, […]

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Oregon/US - Highland Masonic Lodge No. 38 F&AM recognizes outstanding graduating seniors
25 Jul 2024

Oregon/US – Highland Masonic Lodge No. 38 F&AM recognizes outstanding graduating seniors

(by Gregory Grant, , 25 July 2024)   Highland Masonic Lodge No. 38 F&AM in Hillsboro recognized six outstanding graduating […]

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South Carolina/US - Summerville Masonic Lodge No. 234 makes donations
24 Jul 2024

South Carolina/US – Summerville Masonic Lodge No. 234 makes donations

(by editorial board, The Summerville Journal Scene, July 24, 2024)   Summerville Masonic Lodge No. 234 recently donated $10,000 to […]

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Cheshire/England -Freemasons donate nearly 7,000 cuddly teddy bears to hospitals
23 Jul 2024

Cheshire/England -Freemasons donate nearly 7,000 cuddly teddy bears to hospitals

(by David Skentelbery, Warrington Worldwide, 23rd July 2024)   A visit to the hospital can be a scary experience for […]

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Devon/England - Exmouth Freemasons play inaugural game of cricket on Pole Sands
22 Jul 2024

Devon/England – Exmouth Freemasons play inaugural game of cricket on Pole Sands

(by Lifeboats News Release, RLNI, 22 July 2024)   Yesterday, (21 July) Exmouth Freemasons and Exmouth RNLI played a friendly […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons appoint new provincial grand master
21 Jul 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons appoint new provincial grand master

(by Brandon Mawson, Whitehaven News, 21th July 2024)   The organisation provides funding for charities across the county. Nick Wilson […]

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Scotland - St Clement’s given £6000 donation after ‘tireless’ fundraising from Dingwall Freemasons
20 Jul 2024

Scotland – St Clement’s given £6000 donation after ‘tireless’ fundraising from Dingwall Freemasons

(by Iona M.J. MacDonald , Ross-Shire Journal, 20 July 2024)   St. Clement’s School in Dingwall have been presented with […]

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19 Jul 2024

Herefordshire/England – Freemasons Launch Community Volunteering Initiative

(by editorial board, Your Herefordshire, Jul 16, 2024)   Herefordshire Freemasons have launched a community volunteering initiative and are excited […]

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Ohio/US - Masons’ Fishing Derby a success
18 Jul 2024

Ohio/US – Masons’ Fishing Derby a success

(by Eddie Mowen Jr, The Register-Herald, July 16, 2024)   Saturday, July 6, was the second annual Eaton Masonic Kids […]

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Texas/US - Elgin Masonic Lodge appoints officers
17 Jul 2024

Texas/US – Elgin Masonic Lodge appoints officers

(by editorial board, Elgin Courier, 17th July 2024)   Elgin Masonic Lodge No. 328 installs new officers July 6 ahead […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Freemasons present £1,500 donation to Cambridge Acorn Project
15 Jul 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Freemasons present £1,500 donation to Cambridge Acorn Project

(by editorial board, In Your Area, 15 July 2024)   Cameron McKechnie, a member of St Wendred Lodge in Newmarket, […]

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Texas/US - Iowa Park Masonic Lodge hosts first annual bike and car show
14 Jul 2024

Texas/US – Iowa Park Masonic Lodge hosts first annual bike and car show

(by Aaron Gonders, Texoma’s, July 14, 2024)   The Iowa Park Masonic Lodge brought the classic car scene to Foundation […]

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Wales - Tenby Freemasons donate £600 to Tenby Surf Lifesaving Club
13 Jul 2024

Wales – Tenby Freemasons donate £600 to Tenby Surf Lifesaving Club

(by Telegraph Reporter, Western Telegraph, 13th July 2024)   Freemasons from Tenby Lodge have presented a cheque for £600 to […]

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Victoria/Australia - Golden Plains Shire Councillor named Lodge leader
12 Jul 2024

Victoria/Australia – Golden Plains Shire Councillor named Lodge leader

(by Tim Bottams, Golden Plains Times, July 13th, 2024)   After more than fifty years as a Freemason, a Golden […]

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Surrey/England - Freemasons host delightful garden party for care home residents
11 Jul 2024

Surrey/England – Freemasons host delightful garden party for care home residents

(by Newsdesk, Charity Today, 11th July 2024)   Freemasons have organised and provided a wonderful free garden party for the […]

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Dorset/England - Concerns over naming Freemasons in Dorset Council 'conduct report'
10 Jul 2024

Dorset/England – Concerns over naming Freemasons in Dorset Council ‘conduct report’

(by Trevor Bevins, Dorset Echo, 10th July 2024)   Naming the Freemasons in a report about local government conduct has […]

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Scotland - Fife Freemasons complete Pilgrims Way walk for Maggie’s Fife
09 Jul 2024

Scotland – Fife Freemasons complete Pilgrims Way walk for Maggie’s Fife

(by Callum McCormack, Fife Today, 4th Jul 2024)   Two members of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Fife and Kinross […]

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New Hampshire/US - Masons from Peterborough District attend unveiling and dedication ceremony
08 Jul 2024

New Hampshire/US – Masons from Peterborough District attend unveiling and dedication ceremony

(by Clifford Skarstedt – Photographer, The Peterborough Examiner, July 8, 2024)   Masons from throughout Peterborough District attended an unveiling […]

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Somerset/England - Freemasons' 15 year funding of Somerset Community Foundation
06 Jul 2024

Somerset/England – Freemasons’ 15 year funding of Somerset Community Foundation

(by Will Abbott, Chard & Ilminster News, 6th July 2024)   A masonic society in Somerset is celebrating 15 years […]

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Massachusetts/US - Local Freemasons Award $66k in Scholarships to Local Graduates
05 Jul 2024

Massachusetts/US – Local Freemasons Award $66k in Scholarships to Local Graduates

(by Meg Leavitt, Wawelenghts, June 4, 2024)   Three local Freemason organizations awarded $66,000 in scholarships last Monday to 27 […]

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West Yorkshire - Pontefract Collieries Football Team New Kit From The Freemasons
04 Jul 2024

West Yorkshire – Pontefract Collieries Football Team New Kit From The Freemasons

(by David Whitelaw, Wakefield Express, 3rd Jul 2024)   Pontefract Collieries Under 7 ‘Blue’ Football Team were delighted to receive […]

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Virginia/US - George Washington Masonic Memorial Opens Grounds to Community
03 Jul 2024

Virginia/US – George Washington Masonic Memorial Opens Grounds to Community

(by Mary Wadland, Zebra, July 3, 2024)   The George Washington National Masonic Temple is opening its grounds and parking […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons pay tribute to fell running legend Joss Naylor
02 Jul 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons pay tribute to fell running legend Joss Naylor

(by Brandon Mawson, The Whitehaven News, 1st July 2024)   Cumbria Freemasons have paid tribute to fell running legend Joss […]

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Women to lead new Council for Freemasonry in ‘historic move’
01 Jul 2024

Women to lead new Council for Freemasonry in ‘historic move’

(by editorial board, The Telegraph, 29 June 2024)   The Freemasons have appointed two women to head a newly launched […]

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Hampshire/England - Freemasons donate defibrillator to Homemead House, Romsey
30 Jun 2024

Hampshire/England – Freemasons donate defibrillator to Homemead House, Romsey

(by Toby Oliver, Hampshire Chronicle, 30th June 2024)   A Hampshire Freemason lodge has donated a defibrillator to a Romsey […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons invite public along to open garden in Cleator Moor
29 Jun 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons invite public along to open garden in Cleator Moor

(by Brandon Mawson, The Whitehaven News, 28th June 2024)   Cumbria Freemasons have created a wildlife garden at Cleator Moor. […]

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South Africa - Freemasons Rising Star Lodge celebrates 160 years in Bloemfontein
28 Jun 2024

South Africa – Freemasons Rising Star Lodge celebrates 160 years in Bloemfontein

(by editorial board, Bloemfontein Courant, June 28, 2024)   The Freemasons Rising Star Lodge 1022 hosted their first meeting in […]

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North Cumbria/England - Freemasons make £1000 donation to Foodbank
27 Jun 2024

North Cumbria/England – Freemasons make £1000 donation to Foodbank

(by Brandon Mawson, News&Star, 27th June 2024)   Cumbria Freemasons recently made a donation of £1000 to North Cumbria Food […]

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Dorset/England - Blind Association receives £36k grant from freemasons
26 Jun 2024

Dorset/England – Blind Association receives £36k grant from Freemasons

(by Andy Jones, Dorset Echo, 26th June 2024)   More than 500 blind and visually impaired people in Dorset will […]

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Illinois/US - Masonic scholarships totaling more than $82,000 awarded to 41 area students
25 Jun 2024

Illinois/US – Masonic scholarships totaling more than $82,000 awarded to 41 area students

(by editorial board, Muddy River News, June 25. 2024)   QUINCY — The Valley of Quincy, Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite […]

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North Wales - Freemasons' donate to childhood cancer charity
24 Jun 2024

North Wales – Freemasons’ donate to childhood cancer charity

(by Alex Whilding, Rhyl, Prestatyn & Abergele Journal, 24th June 2024)   The North Wales Freemasons have made a huge […]

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North Carolina/US - Smoky Mountains Masonic Marker Near Maggie Valley Vandalized
23 Jun 2024

North Carolina/US – Smoky Mountains Masonic Marker Near Maggie Valley Vandalized

(by Christopher Hodapp, Freemasons for Dummies, June 23, 2024)   The Great Smoky Mountains Masonic Marker at Black Camp Gap […]

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Greater Manchester - Freemasons open doors to public with event at Rochdale Masonic Hall
22 Jun 2024

Greater Manchester – Freemasons open doors to public with event at Rochdale Masonic Hall

(by editorial board, Rochdale Online, 20 June 2024)   The ‘Eastern Area Team’ hosted an engaging open evening at the […]

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Dorset/England - Freemasons appoints new provincial Grand Master
21 Jun 2024

Dorset/England – Freemasons appoints new provincial Grand Master

(by Katie Heyes, Dorset Echo, 19th June 2024)   An organisation which has provided funding to charities across the county […]

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Kent/England - Freemasons: Busting the myths and conspiracy theories
20 Jun 2024

Kent/England – Freemasons: Busting the myths and conspiracy theories

(by Katie Heyes, Kent Life, 20th June 2024)   Freemasonry has existed for more than 300 years, welcomes men from […]

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Cuba - Freemasons Defy Government-Imposed Grand Master
19 Jun 2024

Cuba – Freemasons Defy Government-Imposed Grand Master

(by Matthew Diaz, CubaHeadlines, June 18, 2024)   The Cuban government’s reinstatement of Mario Alberto Urquía Carreño as Grand Master […]

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Dorset/England - Freemasons in Bournemouth donate to charities and good causes
18 Jun 2024

Dorset/England – Freemasons in Bournemouth donate to charities and good causes

(by Georgia Revell, Daily Echo, June 18, 2024)   The town mayor, Cllr George Farquhar, attended the Freemasonry where representatives […]

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England - Freemasons – both men’s and women’s groups – will stay single-sex
17 Jun 2024

The Telegraph: Freemasons – both men’s and women’s groups – will stay single-sex

(by Steve Bird, The Telegraph, 15 June 2024 )   Joint statement made following controversy over claims Garrick Club was […]

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The French Freemasons against the far-right
16 Jun 2024

The French Freemasons against the far-right

(by Theodoros Benakis, European Interest, June 16, 2024)   The risk of a far-right government in France after President Emmanuel […]

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Ohio/US - Masonic Lodges to collect donations to help victims of apartment fire
15 Jun 2024

Ohio/US – Masonic Lodges to collect donations to help victims of apartment fire

(by David Dupont, BG Independent News, June 14, 2024)   Wood County Masonic Lodge #112, North Baltimore Masonic Lodge #561, […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Freemasons cycle 84 miles for charity
14 Jun 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Freemasons cycle 84 miles for charity

(by Sophie Skyring, Wisbech Standard, 14th Jnune 2024)   Two dedicated Cambridgeshire Freemasons have recently completed an 84-mile bike ride […]

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British Columbia/Canada - Freemasons commend WES student council
13 Jun 2024

British Columbia/Canada – Freemasons commend WES student council

(by editorial board, The Columbia Valley Pioneer, June 12, 2024)   The student council at Windermere Elementary (WES) is being […]

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North Wales - Freemasons closer to £3m goal after latest event
12 Jun 2024

North Wales – Freemasons closer to £3m goal after latest event

(by Alex Whilding, North Wales Chronicle, 11th June 2024)   A star-studded evening at Bodelwyddan’s Marble Church raised more than […]

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Devon/England - Freemasons donate almost £1 million to charities and community groups
11 Jun 2024

Devon/England – Freemasons donate almost £1 million to charities and community groups

(by editorial board, North Devon Today, 11 June 2024)   Every Spring and Autumn Freemasons from all around Devon meet […]

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Ghana - Freemasons gather in Cape Coast for 2024 Festival of Institutional Lodges
10 Jun 2024

Ghana – Freemasons gather in Cape Coast for 2024 Festival of Institutional Lodges

(by Raymond Acquah , Joy Online, 9 June 2024)   The Gold Coast Masonic Hall in Cape Coast was the […]

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Lancashire/England - Local art group moves into new home at Masonic lodge building
09 Jun 2024

Lancashire/England – Local art group moves into new home at Masonic lodge building

(by Jeff Barron, Lancaster Eagle-Gazette, 8th June 2024)   Rise Up Arts Alliance now has a new home. It recently […]

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Durham/England - Home of Seaham's Freemasons celebrates 150 years
08 Jun 2024

Durham/England – Home of Seaham’s Freemasons celebrates 150 years

(by Chris Cordner, Sunderland Echo, 7th Jun 2024)   ‘We as Durham Freemasons have been a part of and serving […]

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Devonshire/England - Freemasons donate to good causes
07 Jun 2024

Devonshire/England – Freemasons donate to good causes

(by editorial board, Dawlish Gazette, 7th June 2024)   Two Teignbridge organisations were among 20 charities and good causes to […]

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Isle of Wight/England - local Freemasons donate over £40,000 to charities
06 Jun 2024

Isle of Wight/England – local Freemasons donate over £40,000 to charities

(by Darren Toogood, Photo: Mike Dunkason, Island Echo, 6th June 2024)   Cheques totalling over £40,000 were presented by Isle […]

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Hampshire/England - Freemasons mark 80th anniversary of D-Day with special meal
05 Jun 2024

Hampshire/England – Freemasons mark 80th anniversary of D-Day with special meal

(by Kimberley Barber, Hampshire Chronicle, 4th June 2024)   Special guests were invited into the home of Freemasonry in Winchester […]

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Northumberland / England - Freemasons Donate £1,000 to Support LD North East’s Northern Notes Choir
04 Jun 2024

Northumberland / England – Freemasons Donate £1,000 to Support LD North East’s Northern Notes Choir

(by Sara Janiszewska, Newcastle Magazine, May 31, 2024)   This essential funding will support the charity’s choir, Northern Notes, ensuring […]

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Koforidua/Ghana: Freemasons donate water treatment system to Polyclinic
03 Jun 2024

Koforidua/Ghana: Freemasons donate water treatment system to Polyclinic

(by Neil Nii Kanarku, CNR, June 3, 2024)   Members of the Koforidua Freemasons Lodge have handed over a fully […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Primary School in Outwell has been donated a shed by Downham Market Freemasons
01 Jun 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Primary School in Outwell has been donated a shed by Downham Market Freemasons

(by Molly Nicholas, Lynnn News, 1st June 2024)   A school has been handed a donation to help with an […]

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Texas/US - Lufkin Masonic Lodge hosts active shooter class after shooting death of member
31 May 2024

Texas/US – Lufkin Masonic Lodge hosts active shooter class after shooting death of member

(by Vanessa Johnson, KTRE, May. 30, 2024)   Knowing what to do in an active shooter situation can be the […]

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Minnesota/US - Crookston Masonic Lodge raises $1,000 for CHS prom and senior fun day
30 May 2024

Minnesota/US – Crookston Masonic Lodge raises $1,000 for CHS prom and senior fun day

(by editorial board, KROX, May 30, 2024)   The Crookston Masonic Lodge held a breakfast fundraiser for Crookston High School’s […]

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Nottinghamshire/England - West Bridgford freemasons lodge donates to Friary
29 May 2024

Nottinghamshire/England – West Bridgford Freemasons lodge donates to Friary

(by editorial board, Wire, 27 May 2024)   Lodge members visit Friary West Bridgford to hand in a donation. Michael […]

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Cumbria/England - Furness and South Lakeland Freemasons marshal Windermere Marathon
28 May 2024

Cumbria/England – Furness and South Lakeland Freemasons marshal Windermere Marathon

(by Imogen Barber, The Mail, 23rd May 2024)   Members of Furness and South Lakeland Freemasons assisted with the marshalling […]

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Ghana - Freemasons make grand donation towards Otumfuo’s ‘Heal Komfo Anokye Project’
27 May 2024

Ghana – Freemasons make grand donation towards Otumfuo’s ‘Heal Komfo Anokye Project’

(by editorial board, Adom Online, May 27, 2024)   Freemasons in Ghana have made a grand donation towards the ‘Heal […]

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Cambridgeshire/England -Freemasons’ Alma Mater Lodge celebrates 150th anniversary
26 May 2024

Cambridgeshire/England -Freemasons’ Alma Mater Lodge celebrates 150th anniversary

(by Adrian Peel, Cambridge Independent, 26 May 2024)   The Cambridgeshire Freemasons’ Alma Mater Lodge celebrated its 150th anniversary with […]

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Nebraska/US - Lincoln’s Masonic family pays off $19,000 in school lunch debt
24 May 2024

Nebraska/US – Lincoln’s Masonic family pays off $19,000 in school lunch debt

(by editorial board, 10 11 NOW, 24th May 2024)   The overall school lunch debt for Lincoln Public Schools elementary […]

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Ayrshire/Scotland - Largs Food Hub receives £200 donation from Freemasons
23 May 2024

Ayrshire/Scotland – Largs Food Hub receives £200 donation from Freemasons

(by Calum Corral, Largs&Millport, 23th May 2024)   Largs Food Hub were delighted to receive a kind donation of £200. […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons donate items to food bank in Cockermouth
21 May 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons donate items to food bank in Cockermouth

(by Brandon Mawson, News&Star, 21th May 2024)   A Freemasons lodge in West Cumbria has donated items to a food […]

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Hyderabad/India - Freemasons of Telangana provides aid to family of 2 children with muscular dystrophy
20 May 2024

Hyderabad/India – Freemasons of Telangana provides aid to family of 2 children with muscular dystrophy

(by DC Online team, Deccan Chronicle, 20 May 2024)   Freemasons of Telangana provided financial assistance of Rs 50,000 to […]

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Texas/US - Roan Oak Masonic Lodge Scholarship recipients
19 May 2024

Texas/US – Roan Oak Masonic Lodge Scholarship recipients

(by editorial board, The Paris News, May 19, 2024)   Roan Oak Masonic Lodge No. 860 recently awarded $1,000 scholarships […]

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California/US - Fallbrook Masonic Lodge awards scholarships
18 May 2024

California/US – Fallbrook Masonic Lodge awards scholarships

(by editorial board, Village News, May 18, 2024)   Fallbrook Masonic Lodge No. 317 presented scholarships to Fallbrook High School […]

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Mississippi/US - Person fires multiple shots at the Masonic Temple in Jackson
17 May 2024

Mississippi/US – Person fires multiple shots at the Masonic Temple in Jackson

(by WLBT Staff, WLBT3, May. 17, 2024)   A person is wanted after firing multiple shots at the Masonic Temple […]

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Wales - Llanelli Masonic Lodge donates £600 to Prince Philip Hospital Gardens Appeal
16 May 2024

Wales – Llanelli Masonic Lodge donates £600 to Prince Philip Hospital Gardens Appeal

(by Niki Favorido, The Carmathenshire Herald, 16th May 2024)   The Prince of Wales’ Lodge 671 has kindly donated £600 […]

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Cumbria/England - Two care homes receive gifts from Freemasons
15 May 2024

Cumbria/England – Two care homes receive gifts from Freemasons

(by editorial board, Cumbria Crack, 15th May 2024)   As part of Dementia Week, Cumbria Freemasons have donated several gifts […]

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Hampshire/England - Freemasons donate 20,000 Art Therapy Books
14 May 2024

Hampshire/England – Freemasons donate 20,000 Art Therapy Books

(by Ryan Morwood, Hampshire Chronicle, 15th May 2024)   Led by Essex Freemason David Barton of ‘Get Started Art’, the […]

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Lincolnshire/England - Motorcycling Freemasons get into gear for Lincoln soap box race
13 May 2024

Lincolnshire/England – Motorcycling Freemasons get into gear for Lincoln soap box race

(by editorial board, Lincolnshire Today, 13th May 2024)   Freemasons of Lincolnshire’s motorcycle lodge the Free Wheelers are setting aside […]

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Cumbria/England - Furness and South Lakeland Freemasons boxing evening
12 May 2024

Cumbria/England – Furness and South Lakeland Freemasons boxing evening

(by Imogen Barber, The Mail, 12th May 2024)   Furness and South Lakeland Freemasons recently held their 38th annual charity […]

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Essex/England - Freemasons donate 20,000 Art Therapy Books for Dementia Action Week
11 May 2024

Essex/England – Freemasons donate 20,000 Art Therapy Books for Dementia Action Week

(by Staff Reporter, Your Thurrock, May 7, 2024)   FREEMASONS across England and Wales are raising awareness and provide practical […]

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Cumberland/England - Freemasons Carer Support South Lakes charity grant
10 May 2024

Cumberland/England – Freemasons Carer Support South Lakes charity grant

(by Imogen Barber, The Mail, 10th May 2024)   Cumberland & Westmorland Freemasons are supporting young people caring for their […]

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Indiana/US - Noblesville Masonic Lodge to hold open house
09 May 2024

Indiana/US – Noblesville Masonic Lodge to hold open house

(by Jessica Todd, Current, May 8, 2024)   Noblesville Masonic Lodge will hold a public open house May 18 at […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons host event for 80th anniversary of D-Day
08 May 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons host event for 80th anniversary of D-Day

(by Imogen Barber, The Mail, 8th May 2024)   Cumbria Freemasons are orchestrating an event of national significance to mark […]

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Texas/US - Granbury Masonic Lodge presents Lamar Awards to three GISD students
07 May 2024

Texas/US – Granbury Masonic Lodge presents Lamar Awards to three GISD students

(by Ashley Terry, Hood County News, May 6, 2024)   Three Granbury High School students received a prestigious honor during […]

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Ghana - Freemasons undertake medical outreach in Osu Ashinte Community
06 May 2024

Ghana – Freemasons undertake medical outreach in Osu Ashinte Community

(by editorial board, Graphic Online, May 2, 2024)   Three Freemasons lodges within the District Grand Lodge of Ghana have […]

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Sussex/England - Midhurst Freemasons help local nursery
05 May 2024

Sussex/England – Midhurst Freemasons help local nursery

(by Stephen Hubbard, Sussex World, 6th May 2024)   Midhurst Freemasons have given £1150 to the Midhurst Nursery Class to […]

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Essex/England - Freemasons donate 20,000 art therapy books
03 May 2024

Essex/England – Freemasons donate 20,000 art therapy books

(by Ryan Morwood, Bromgrove Advertiser, 3td May 2024)   The United Grand Lodge of England, located on Birmingham Road in […]

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Kansas/US - SPS students receive Masonic awards
02 May 2024

Kansas/US – SPS students receive Masonic awards

(by editorial board, The Shavnee News-Star, May 2, 2024)   From Shawnee Public Schools Several Shawnee Public Schools students and […]

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Ontario/Canada - The Guelph Masonic Temple opens its doors
01 May 2024

Ontario/Canada – The Guelph Masonic Temple opens its doors

(by Taylor Pace, Guelph Today, April 30, 2024)   The Masonic Temple is shrouded in hundreds of years of mystery […]

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British Columbia/Canada - Masonic Lodge awards bursary to Edgewater Elementary pupils
30 Apr 2024

British Columbia/Canada – Masonic Lodge awards bursary to Edgewater Elementary pupils

(by editorial board, The Columbia Valley Pioneer, April 30, 2024)   Edgewater Elementary students’ hard work and efforts have been […]

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Discussing Newcastle’s Scottish Freemasons: From debunking myths to brotherhood
29 Apr 2024

Discussing Newcastle’s Scottish Freemasons: From debunking myths to brotherhood

(by Calvin Swemmer, Newcastillan News, 29 April 2024)   Welcome to a journey of discovery into the heart of one […]

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Ohio/US - Canton Masonic Temple: 100 years marked in rededication ceremony
28 Apr 2024

Ohio/US – Canton Masonic Temple: 100 years marked in rededication ceremony

(by Tim Botos, Canton Repository, April 28, 2024)   Organizers of Saturday’s Masonic Temple rededication ceremony tried mightily to find […]

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Ohio/US - Local students receive Masonic scholarships
27 Apr 2024

Ohio/US – Local students receive Masonic scholarships

(by editorial board, The Times Leader, April 27, 2024)   Ohio – The Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons […]

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Tennessee/US - Masonic lodge makes donation to cancer center
26 Apr 2024

Tennessee/US – Masonic lodge makes donation to cancer center

(by Kaitlin Nichelson, WBBJ, April 26, 2024)   A local organization presented a cancer center with a gift that could […]

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Isle of Man/England - Freemasons donate to Manx Benevolent Fund
25 Apr 2024

Isle of Man/England – Freemasons donate to Manx Benevolent Fund

(by editorial board, manxradio, 21 April 2024)   The Manx Benevolent Fund has received a donation of £500 from the […]

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Cumbria/England - Youngsters go fishing with Cumbrian Freemasons
24 Apr 2024

Cumbria/England – Youngsters go fishing with Cumbrian Freemasons

(by editorial board, Cumbria Crack, 20th April 2024)   Cumbria Freemasons have hosted the first Masonic Fishing Charity event this […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Stonecross Freemasons in March hand over £600 cheque for defibrillators
23 Apr 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Stonecross Freemasons in March hand over £600 cheque for defibrillators

(by Molly Nicholas, Fenland Citizen, 23 April 2024)   A cheque has been handed over to a much-needed cause in […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons donate £500 to West Cumberland Hospital
22 Apr 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons donate £500 to West Cumberland Hospital

(by Brandon Mawson, News&Star, 22nd April 2024)   Two Freemasons paid a visit to West Cumberland Hospital in Whitehaven where […]

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Cumbria/England - Children with special needs join Freemasons for fishing event
21 Apr 2024

Cumbria/England – Children with special needs join Freemasons for fishing event

(by Filipa Gaspar, The Mail, 21st April 2024)   This week Cumbria Freemasons hosted the first Masonic Fishing Charity event […]

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South Carolina/US - Honesty Wilson to represent 11th Masonic District in state scholarship competition
20 Apr 2024

South Carolina/US – Honesty Wilson to represent 11th Masonic District in state scholarship competition

(by editorial board, The News, April 17, 2024)   The scholarship committee conducted the local elimination competition according to The […]

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Kansas/US - Johnson County Museum celebrating Masonic Temple’s 100th anniversary
19 Apr 2024

Kansas/US – Johnson County Museum celebrating Masonic Temple’s 100th anniversary

(by Ryan Trares, Daily Journal, April 17, 2024)   In the galleries and exhibits of the Johnson County Museum of […]

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Bermuda - Freemasons donate to MS Society for St Patrick’s Day
18 Apr 2024

Bermuda – Freemasons donate to MS Society for St Patrick’s Day

(by Stefano Ausenda, The Royal Gazette, April 18, 2024 )   The island’s Irish Freemasons and a Catholic church donated […]

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Ireland - Connaught Freemasons donate £500 to two worthy causes
17 Apr 2024

Ireland – Connaught Freemasons donate £500 to two worthy causes

(by editorial board, The Midsomer Norton, Rodistock & District, 17th April 2024)   Connaught Freemasons enjoyed a well-attended meeting on […]

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Western Australia - Albany Freemasons pay tribute to fallen veterans ahead of Anzac Day
16 Apr 2024

Western Australia – Albany Freemasons pay tribute to fallen veterans ahead of Anzac Day

(by Josiah McMeekin, Albany Advertiser, 5 April 2024)   The Albany Freemason Lodge paid tribute to all those who never […]

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Illinois/US - Center Hill Masonic Lodge #77 Makes Donation to DCHS Special Needs Prom
14 Apr 2024

Illinois/US – Center Hill Masonic Lodge #77 Makes Donation to DCHS Special Needs Prom

(by Dwayne Page, WJLE, April 14, 2024)   A week after making a donation to DeKalb Middle School in support […]

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New Jersey/US - Newark Freemasons make £500 donation to Newark Mencap to fund weekend break
13 Apr 2024

West Yorkshire/England – Newark Freemasons make £500 donation to Newark Mencap to fund weekend break

(by Eloise Gilmore , Newark Advertiser, 13 April 2024)   A generous donation is set to fund a weekend away […]

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Devonshire/England - Axminster's Freemasons hold open day at their Masonic Hall
12 Apr 2024

Devonshire/England – Axminster’s Freemasons hold open day at their Masonic Hall

(by Philippa Davies, Midweek Herald, 11th April 2024)   If you have ever wondered what goes on behind the doors […]

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Ohio/US - Leesburg Masonic Lodge hosting April 19 fish fry
11 Apr 2024

Ohio/US – Leesburg Masonic Lodge hosting April 19 fish fry

(by Brian Vance, Highland County Press, 10 April 2024)   On Friday, April 19, Leesburg Masonic Lodge will open their […]

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Devonshire/England - Freemasons support DAAT with £4,000 emergency fund
10 Apr 2024

Devonshire/England – Freemasons support DAAT with £4,000 emergency fund

(by Sandhya Suresh, Exmouth Journal, 10th April 2024)   An emergency medical services charity in Devon received a donation boost […]

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Tennessee/US - Nashville’s Freemasons
09 Apr 2024

Tennessee/US – Nashville’s Freemasons

(by editorial board, 90.3 wpl news, April 9, 2024)   The most elusive and exclusive club in Nashville stopped by […]

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Missouri/US - Kirksville 9th Annual Eastern Star Princess Tea
08 Apr 2024

Missouri/US – Kirksville 9th Annual Eastern Star Princess Tea

(by Marty Bachman, Kirksville Daily Express, April 8, 2024)   Forty-five Princesses and their family members turned out Saturday, April […]

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Herefordshire/England - Freemasons support Hay & District Dial-a-Ride with £1300 donation
07 Apr 2024

Herefordshire/England – Freemasons support Hay & District Dial-a-Ride with £1300 donation

(by editorial board, Brecon&Radnor Express, 7th April 2024)   Representatives of the Freemasons visited Hay & District Dial-a-Ride recently to […]

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Illinois/US - Masonic Lodge Makes Donation to DMS for Student Garden Program
06 Apr 2024

Illinois/US – Masonic Lodge Makes Donation to DMS for Student Garden Program

(by Dwayne Page, WJLE, April 5, 2024)   Members of Center Hill Masonic Lodge #77 presented a $200 check to […]

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West Riding/England - Freemasons celebrate International Organists Day
05 Apr 2024

West Riding/England – Freemasons celebrate International Organists Day

(by Claire Lomax, Ilkley Gazette, 5th April 2024)   The West Riding Masons will offer a free concert at Otley […]

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Oxfordshire/England - Freemasons' Showcase Teddies for Loving Care at Bicester Market
04 Apr 2024

Oxfordshire/England – Freemasons’ Showcase Teddies for Loving Care at Bicester Market

(by editorial board, Bicester Advertiser, March 26, 2024)   The Teddies for Loving Care (TLC) initiative by Oxfordshire Freemasons is […]

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Cheshire/England - Freemasons donate £1300 of Easter eggs to local charities
03 Apr 2024

Cheshire/England – Freemasons donate £1300 of Easter eggs to local charities

(by Noticeboard, Community News, 2 April 2024)   Freemasons from Chester, Nantwich, Runcorn, Malpas, Northwich and Frodsham have donated Easter […]

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Illinois/US - Job’s Daughters and the Honor Queen
02 Apr 2024

Illinois/US – Job’s Daughters and the Honor Queen

(by Jill Wagner, Forest Park Review, April 2, 2024)   Bethel No. 6 of the International Order of Job’s Daughters […]

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Georgia/US - Cordelia Masonic Lodge #296 Join the Chamber of Commerce
31 Mar 2024

Georgia/US – Cordelia Masonic Lodge #296 Join the Chamber of Commerce

(by Sarah Brown, Cordelia Dispatch, March 27, 2024)   The Masons have been active in Cordele for 134 years and […]

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Scotland - Welcome to the 21st century: Freemasons in cargo shorts
30 Mar 2024

Scotland – Welcome to the 21st century: Freemasons in cargo shorts

(by Lorne Jackson, The Herald, 25th March 2024)   Freemasons are joining the 21st century. The Grand Lodge of Scotland, […]

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Hampshire and Isle of Wight/England - Freemasons donate £60k to Rose Road
29 Mar 2024

Hampshire and Isle of Wight/England – Freemasons donate £60k to Rose Road

(by Jordan Elkins, Hampshire Chronicle, 27th March 2024)   More than 100 disabled children and young people with complex needs […]

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Michigan/US - A tour inside the former Masonic Temple in downtown Lansing
28 Mar 2024

Michigan/US – A tour inside the former Masonic Temple in downtown Lansing

(by editorial board, Lansing State Journal, March 27, 2024)   An open house at the former Masonic Temple in downtown […]

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Essex/England - Freemasons donate thousands across the community at Easter
27 Mar 2024

Essex/England – Freemasons donate thousands across the community at Easter

(by Noticeboard, Community News, 27 March 2024)   Local Freemasons at The Cross Keys Masonic Centre, have always been committed […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons deliver Easter eggs to Cumbrian children
26 Mar 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons deliver Easter eggs to Cumbrian children

(by Brandon Mawson, Times & Star, 26th March 2024)   The Widow’s Son’s Masonic Bikers Association held its annual Easter […]

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Ohio/US - Warren Masonic Lodge marks 200th anniversary
25 Mar 2024

Ohio/US – Warren Masonic Lodge marks 200th anniversary

(by Bob Coupland, Tribune Chronicle, March 25, 2024)   The Mahoning Chapter 10 of the Royal Arch Masons marked a […]

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Wales - Pembrokeshire Freemasons fund safe area for disabled teen
24 Mar 2024

Wales – Pembrokeshire Freemasons fund safe area for disabled teen

(by Elizabeth Birt, Western Telegraph, 24th March 2024)   A Pembrokeshire teenager with complex needs now has a safe place […]

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Oklahoma/US - Masonic Charity Foundation grant helps School for the Deaf’s Senior Citizens’ Hearing Aid Program
23 Mar 2024

Oklahoma/US – Masonic Charity Foundation grant helps School for the Deaf’s Senior Citizens’ Hearing Aid Program

(by editorial board, Oklahoma REhabilitation Services, March 22, 2024)   The Masonic Charity Foundation of Oklahoma awarded a generous grant […]

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Montana/US - Masonic Foundation Awards Grant Money to Fairfield School
22 Mar 2024

Montana/US – Masonic Foundation Awards Grant Money to Fairfield School

(by editorial board, Fairfield The Sun Times, March 21, 2024)   The Fairfield High School Science Department and Music Department […]

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Illinois/US - St. Paul's Masonic Lodge presents summer camp scholarship
21 Mar 2024

Illinois/US – St. Paul’s Masonic Lodge presents summer camp scholarship

(by editorial board, HeraldNews, March 19, 2024)   St. Paul’s Masonic Lodge #500 A.F. & A.M. awarded a scholarship to […]

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Oklahoma/US - Marland’s Place Receives $145,000 Grant From the Masonic Charity Foundation of Oklahoma
20 Mar 2024

Oklahoma/US – Marland’s Place Receives $145,000 Grant From the Masonic Charity Foundation of Oklahoma

(by editorial board, Ponca City Now, March 20, 2024)   Marland’s Place staff members Ally Broome and Caitlin Clark with […]

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Scotland - Barrhead Masonic lodge supports defibrillator fund
19 Mar 2024

Scotland – Barrhead Masonic lodge supports defibrillator fund

(by Gillian McPherson, Barrhead News, 19th March 2024)   A Barrhead organisation has donated £2,000 to a good cause which […]

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Isle of Wight/England - Lake Freemasons help Foodbank to wash up
18 Mar 2024

Isle of Wight/England – Lake Freemasons help Foodbank to wash up

(by editorial board, Isle of Wight Radio, 18 March 2024)   Steve Haines, Leader of Spithead Freemasons Lodge, based in […]

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Spain - A grand (two of them) meeting for El Campello Lodge
17 Mar 2024

Spain – A grand (two of them) meeting for El Campello Lodge

(by editorial board, theleader.info, 17th March 2024)   A Freemasons BBQ and beach walk was attended by 77 members LODGE […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons donate £4,000 to Blood Bikes in Cleator Moor
16 Mar 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons donate £4,000 to Blood Bikes in Cleator Moor

(by Brandon Mawson, The Whitehaven News, 1st March 2024)   Freemasons in Cumbria has donated a large sum of money […]

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15 Mar 2024

New York/US – Freemasons hold Black Male Leadership Summit

(by Ariama C.Long, New York Amsterdam News, March 12, 2024)   Prince Hall Freemasonry (Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Lodge […]

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Otago/New Zealand - Masons offer funding support
14 Mar 2024

Otago/New Zealand – Masons offer funding support

(by editorial board, Otago Daily Times, 15 March 2024)   Milton Freemasons want Clutha to know they have thousands of […]

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Bermuda - Pivotal Freemasons to be honoured at church service and brunch
13 Mar 2024

Bermuda – Pivotal Freemasons to be honoured at church service and brunch

(by Jessie Moniz Hardy, The Royal Gazette, Mar 13, 2024)   The first time someone asked St Clair “Brinky” Tucker […]

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Lincolnshire/England - Surprise donation for Shine from Freemasons
12 Mar 2024

Lincolnshire/England – Surprise donation for Shine from Freemasons

(by The Newsroom, Lincolnshire World, 12th Mar 2024)   ​Shine Lincolnshire were expecting to receive £500 from Lincolnshire Freemasons’ New […]

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South Yorkshire/England - A very Happy Hearts Drop In
11 Mar 2024

South Yorkshire/England – A very Happy Hearts Drop In

(by Tim Shaw, Doncaster Free Press, 8th March 2024)   The Rossington based Happy Hearts Drop In was an even […]

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Texas/US - Mt Vernon Masonic Lodge Collecting Donations
10 Mar 2024

Texas/US – Mt Vernon Masonic Lodge Collecting Donations

(by editorial board, NORA, Star Country, March 7, 2024)   The Mt Vernon Masonic Lodge is collecting donations for victims […]

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Minnesota/US - Wadena Police Department receives 3 fire suppression tools from Masonic Lodge
09 Mar 2024

Minnesota/US – Wadena Police Department receives 3 fire suppression tools from Masonic Lodge

(by Nicole Stracek, Wadena Pioneer Journal, March 9, 2024)   On Friday, March 1, Perham Masonic Lodge member Kenny Friese […]

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Cambridge/England - Freemasons put their money on a horse
08 Mar 2024

Cambridge/England – Freemasons put their money on a horse

(by Noticeboard, Community News, 8 March 2024)   The College group of the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) received […]

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South Carolina/US - Blythewood Masons dedicate new home
07 Mar 2024

South Carolina/US – Blythewood Masons dedicate new home

(by Barbara Ball, The Voice, March 7, 2024)   The Blythewood Masons dedicated their new facility on Feb. 10 with […]

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Who are the Freemasons?
06 Mar 2024

Who are the Freemasons?

(by Frank During, Pierce County Journal, March 6, 2024)   As I sit down to write this column, my mind […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons donate £4,000 to Beep Doctors in Cleator Moor
05 Mar 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons donate £4,000 to Beep Doctors in Cleator Moor

(by Brandon Mawson, The Whitehaven News, 3rd March 2024)   The Freemasons have donated £4,000 to the Beep Doctors. This […]

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Hyderabad/India - Freemasons' Lodge Keys community outreach program "CPR" training held
04 Mar 2024

Hyderabad/India – Freemasons’ Lodge Keys community outreach program “CPR” training held

(by editorial board, Bizz Buzz, 3rd March 2024)   Lodge Keys No. 297, a primary unit of Freemasonry organized a […]

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Texas/US - Dayton Masonic Lodge 825 recognizes local leaders
03 Mar 2024

Texas/US – Dayton Masonic Lodge 825 recognizes local leaders

(by editorial board, Bluebonnet News, February 29, 2024)   In a heartwarming ceremony on Feb. 13, Liberty County Pct. 4 […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons donate £4,000 to Prism Arts in Carlisle
02 Mar 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons donate £4,000 to Prism Arts in Carlisle

(by Brandon Mawson, News&Star, 2nd March 2024)   Cumbria Freemasons have donated £4,000 to Prism Arts in Carlisle. es. This […]

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Spain - Malaga's Freemasons Celebrate Decade
01 Mar 2024

Spain – Malaga’s liberal Freemasons Celebrate Decade

(by BNN Correspondents, BNN, 1st March 2024)   Recently, Freemasonry in Malaga has marked its tenth anniversary, witnessing significant growth […]

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Somerset/England - Freemasons Donate £5,000 to SWALLOW Charity for Forest Group Project
29 Feb 2024

Somerset/England – Freemasons Donate £5,000 to SWALLOW Charity for Forest Group Project

(by Ebenezer Mensah, bnp, 29th February 2024)   The Somerset Freemasons have recently made a substantial donation to SWALLOW, a […]

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Wiltshire/England - Stir it up: Masonic lodge fundraiser still going strong after 66 years
28 Feb 2024

Wiltshire/England – Stir it up: Masonic lodge fundraiser still going strong after 66 years

(by Chandler Inions, Salisbury Post, February 28, 2024)   Anyone in the North Fulton Street area last week likely caught […]

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Northumberland/England - Haltwhistle man raises money for Greyhound Rescue
27 Feb 2024

Northumberland/England – Haltwhistle man raises money for Greyhound Rescue

(by Samantha Teasdale, Hexham Courant, 25th February 2024)   A businessman has teamed up with local freemasons to support a […]

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Bedfordshire/England - Young autistic people get help and support thanks to Freemasons
26 Feb 2024

Bedfordshire/England – Young autistic people get help and support thanks to Freemasons

(by Alyssa Till, Biggleswade Today, 21st February 2024)   The charity runs the Bedford based Transitions Group for young autistic […]

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West Lancashire
25 Feb 2024

West Lancashire/England – A New Specialist Country Pursuits Lodge

(by John Topping, The Gazette, 23rd February 2024)   Sam’s Place, on Church Street, Blackpool supports children and young adults […]

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Italy - Summary of the meeting in Milan
24 Feb 2024

Italy – Summary of the meeting in Milan

(by editorial board, Rorate Caeli, February 22, 2024)   On Feb. 16, 2024, representatives of the main Italian Masonic lodges […]

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23 Feb 2024

North Carolina/US – Masonic Merit Scholarships Awarded

(by editorial board, The Pilot, February 20, 2024)   The Roman Eagle Masonic Lodge No. 550 presented three awards to […]

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Missouri/US - Man breaking into Masonic Lodge in St. Louis fatally shot by occupant, police say
22 Feb 2024

Missouri/US – Man breaking into Masonic Lodge in St. Louis fatally shot by occupant, police say

(by Nassim Benchaabane, St Louis Post-Dispatch, February 22, 2024)   A man breaking into a historic Masonic Lodge here early […]

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Louisiana/US - Black Masonic Orders and Freemasonry
21 Feb 2024

Louisiana/US – Black Masonic Orders and Freemasonry

(by Adam Vos, Alana Schreiber, wrkf 89,3, February 21, 2024)   Louisiana is infamous for its high incarceration rates. But […]

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North Wales - Wrexham Freemasons donate £10,000 to Dynamic charity
20 Feb 2024

North Wales – Wrexham Freemasons donate £10,000 to Dynamic charity

(by Joe Robinson, the Leader, 18th February 2024)   A Wrexham charity supporting young people with disabilities has been boosted […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Long Sutton Freemasons were left with a buzz after hosting a successful open day
19 Feb 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Long Sutton Freemasons were left with a buzz after hosting a successful open day

(by Bridie Short , Fenland Citizen, 16 February 2024)   Organisers of a successful open day say they are still […]

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Ontario/Canada - Nickel Masonic Lodge of Sudbury hosting open house this month
18 Feb 2024

Ontario/Canada – Nickel Masonic Lodge of Sudbury hosting open house this month

(by editorial board, Sudbury.com, February 17, 2024)   The Nickel Masonic Lodge of Sudbury is hosting an open house for […]

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Scotland - Freemasons of Renfrewshire West donate to Man On Inverclyde
17 Feb 2024

Scotland – Freemasons of Renfrewshire West donate to Man On Inverclyde

(by Claire Amber Young, Greenock Telegraph, 17th February 2024)   A FRONTLINE suicide prevention charity has received a cash boost […]

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Italy - Archbishop of Milan to Take Part in ‘Historic’ Closed-Door Seminar With Italy’s Freemasons
16 Feb 2024

Italy – Archbishop of Milan to Take Part in ‘Historic’ Closed-Door Seminar With Italy’s Freemasons

(by Edward Pentin, National Catholic Register, February 15, 2024)   The Archbishop of Milan has surprised many Catholics with the […]

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Kentucky/US - Artis Eden celebrates 75 years of service to Masonic Lodge
15 Feb 2024

Kentucky/US – Artis Eden celebrates 75 years of service to Masonic Lodge

(by Noah Faerber, NEWS 40, February 12, 2024 )   One local man was recognized this past weekend for his […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Freemasons donate teddies to Addenbrooke's
13 Feb 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Freemasons donate teddies to Addenbrooke’s

(by Debbie Davis, The Hunts Post, 12th February 2024)   Nursing staff were on hand at the Paediatric Department of […]

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Yorkshire/England - Freemasons donate £1500 to fund new TVs for ward at Bridlington Hospital
12 Feb 2024

Yorkshire/England – Freemasons donate £1500 to fund new TVs for ward at Bridlington Hospital

(by Claudia Bowes, The Scarborough News, 12th February 2024)   Freemasons of St John of Bridlington Lodge have made a […]

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11 Feb 2024

Somerset/England Freemasons donate £5K to The Jack Hazeldine Foundation

(by Amber Hill, Weston Mercury, 11th February 2024)   Somerset Freemasons has donated £5,000 to a local charity to help […]

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Cumbria/England - Keswick Freemasons donate £300 to Blood Bikes Cumbria
10 Feb 2024

Cumbria/England – Keswick Freemasons donate £300 to Blood Bikes Cumbria

(by Brandon Mawson, News & Star, 9th February 2024)   A Freemasons Lodge in Cumbria has donated money to Blood […]

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Bermuda - Freemasons and families lend a hand on museum grounds
09 Feb 2024

Bermuda – Freemasons and families lend a hand on museum grounds

(by News Staff, The Royal Gazette, February 09, 2024)   Members of the Broad Arrow Lodge were joined by their […]

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Somerset/England - Chard Freemasons Donate £1,000 to MS Society and St Margaret's Hospice
08 Feb 2024

Somerset/England – Chard Freemasons Donate £1,000 to MS Society and St Margaret’s Hospice

(by BNN Correspondents, BNN, 8th February 2024)   The Freemasons of Chard, a town in Somerset, England, recently made a […]

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Minnesota/US - Albert Lea’s Masonic Lodge donates new life-saving kits
07 Feb 2024

Minnesota/US – Albert Lea’s Masonic Lodge donates new life-saving kits

(by Staff Reports, Alberta Lea Tribune, February 6, 2024)   Members of the Albert Lea Western Star Masonic Lodge No. […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Freemasons make £10,000 donation to Little Miracles
06 Feb 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – Freemasons make £10,000 donation to Little Miracles

(by Craig Bunday, Peterborough Telegraph, 6th February 2024)   The Freemasons of Peterborough were proud to present a cheque for […]

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Minnesota/US - Perham Masons to host appreciation benefit
05 Feb 2024

Minnesota/US – Perham Masons to host appreciation benefit

(by Vicki Gerdes, Perham Focus, February 01, 2024)   The Perham Masons have a history of supporting a variety of […]

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Wisconsin/US - Masonic Lodge helps food bank
04 Feb 2024

Wisconsin/US – Masonic Lodge helps food bank

(by editorial board, Bonner County Daily Bee, February 2, 2024)   Lakeside Masonic Lodge No. 42 members recently presented Debbie […]

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Oxfordshire/UK - Banbury Freemasons, Cherwell 599 Lodge donate £6,500 to Crohn's and Colitis UK
03 Feb 2024

Oxfordshire/UK – Banbury Freemasons, Cherwell 599 Lodge donate £6,500 to Crohn’s and Colitis UK

(by Sean Abel, Banbury Guardian, 2nd February 2024)   Fantastic news to report. Our biggest single donation in the nearly […]

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Pennsylvania/US - Masonic Lodge No. 61 announces 2024 officers
01 Feb 2024

Pennsylvania/US – Masonic Lodge No. 61 announces 2024 officers

(by editorial board, Times Leader, January 27, 2024)   Lodge No. 61 of the Free & Accepted Masons are pleased […]

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Mozart the Freemason
31 Jan 2024

Mozart the Freemason

(by Karla Walker, CPR Classical, January 24, 2024)   Mozart knew a lot of Freemasons. Lorenzo Da Ponte, Emanuel Schikaneder, […]

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Australia - The Grand Lodge At Freemasons Hall Goes Beyond Its Administrative Duties
30 Jan 2024

Australia – The Grand Lodge At Freemasons Hall Goes Beyond Its Administrative Duties

(by Anna-Maya Pawlowski, Secret Adelaide, January 30, 2024)   Supporting the lodges within South Australia and the Northern Territory Inc. […]

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Canada - Port Alberni freemasons donate to SD70 memorial bursary
29 Jan 2024

British Columbia/Canada – Port Alberni Freemasons donate to SD70 memorial bursary

(by Susie Quinn, Alberni Valley News, January 19, 2023)   Members of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasons […]

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Ireland - Connaught Freemasons raise for SWALLOW
28 Jan 2024

Ireland – Connaught Freemasons raise for SWALLOW

(by editorial board, JOURNAL, 26th January 2024)   Following on from Connaught Freemason’s Christmas Dinner at which a festive hamper […]

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Somerset/England - Chard Freemasons present £920 cheques to local charities
27 Jan 2024

Somerset/England – Chard Freemasons present £920 cheques to local charities

(by Ethan Evans, Chard and Ilminster News, 24th January 2024)   Chard Freemasons have presented cheques of £460 each to […]

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North Wales - Freemasons donate £10,000 to autism charity
26 Jan 2024

North Wales – Freemasons donate £10,000 to autism charity

(by Joe Robinson, The Leader, 25th January 2024)   The organisation donated the funds to Your Space, a charity based […]

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Sussex/England - Freemasons plan new restaurant to bring Brighton its first Michelin star in 40 years
25 Jan 2024

Sussex/England – Freemasons plan new restaurant to bring Brighton its first Michelin star in 40 years

(by Jo Wadsworth, Brighton and Hove News, 25th January 2024)   Brighton’s Masons are planning to open two fine dining […]

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Portugal - New head of English Freemasons
24 Jan 2024

Portugal – New head of English Freemasons

(by editorial board, The Portugal News, 24th January 2024)   Pierre Caeiro has been appointed the new head of the […]

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California/US - Imperial Valley Masonic Lodge Installs Officers for 2024-25
23 Jan 2024

California/US – Imperial Valley Masonic Lodge Installs Officers for 2024-25

(by editorial board, Calexico Chronicle, January 23, 2024)   The officers for the 2024-2025 year for the Free and Accepted […]

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Ontario/Canada - Historic Masonic Temple celebrates over 100 years in Windsor
22 Jan 2024

Ontario/Canada – Historic Masonic Temple celebrates over 100 years in Windsor

(by Madeline Mazak, Windsor Star, January 22, 2024)   One of Windsor’s historic downtown landmarks opened its doors to the […]

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Scotland - Tranent Wombles delighted by donation from Masonic lodges
21 Jan 2024

Scotland – Tranent Wombles delighted by donation from Masonic lodges

(by Craig Bathgate, East Loathian Courier, 20th January 2024)   Members of Tranent Wombles were left astounded by a generous […]

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North Yorkshire/England - Freemasons donate to community shed project
20 Jan 2024

North Yorkshire/England – Freemasons donate to community shed project

(by Joe Willis, Richmondshire Today, January 12, 2024)   Local Freemasons have made a donations towards the community shed project […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons Ennerdale Lodge donate £153 to GNAA
19 Jan 2024

Cumbria/England – Freemasons Ennerdale Lodge donate £153 to GNAA

(by Brandon Mawson, News & Star, 19th January 2024)   Members of the Ennerdale Lodge presented over £100 to the […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - £15,000 Boost for Local Charity from Freemasons
18 Jan 2024

Cambridgeshire/England – £15,000 Boost for Local Charity from Freemasons

(by Craig Bunday, Peterborough Telegraph, 16th Jan 2024)   A local charity has benefitted from a Masonic Charitable Foundation (MCF) […]

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Texas/US - Masonic Lodge honors two in special night
17 Jan 2024

Texas/US – Masonic Lodge honors two in special night

(by Susan Avera Holt, The Facts/West Brazos Weekly, January 17, 2024)   About 100 people packed into the lodge to […]

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Connecticut/US - The Masonic Temple in Warren
16 Jan 2024

Ohio/US – The Masonic Temple in Warren

(by editorial board, The Business Journal, January 16, 2024)   Today in Flashback, Savannah Moss, collections and research manager for […]

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Maine/US - Bangor Masonic Hall destroyed in fire 20 years ago
15 Jan 2024

Maine/US – Bangor Masonic Hall destroyed in fire 20 years ago

(by Brian Sullivan, WABI5, January 15, 2024)   20 years ago Monday, the city of Bangor lost of a piece […]

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Ontario/Canada - Nickel Masonic Lodge donates winter wear to homeless outreach
14 Jan 2024

Ontario/Canada – Nickel Masonic Lodge donates winter wear to homeless outreach

(by editorial board, Sudbury.com, January 10, 2024)   The Nickel Masonic Lodge No. 427 has partnered with Peavey Mart of […]

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Queensland/Australia - Freemasons throws open its doors in Cairns to dispel myths
13 Jan 2024

Queensland/Australia – Freemasons throws open its doors in Cairns to dispel myths

(by Phil Brandel, News, 8 January 2024 )   On the corner of a leafy suburban Cairns street sits an […]

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Minnesota/US - Chatfield Freemasons Donate Fire Suppression Devices
12 Jan 2024

Minnesota/US – Chatfield Freemasons Donate Fire Suppression Devices

(by Barb Jeffers, Fillmore County Journal, January 8, 2024)   The Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office recently received a donation of […]

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England/Scotland/Wales - Freemason Chris Jones pauses Walk the Edge challenge with stress fracture
11 Jan 2024

England/Scotland/Wales – Freemason Chris Jones pauses Walk the Edge challenge with stress fracture

(by Rachel Armitage, LincolnshireWorld, 11th Jan 2024)   ​After walking more than 3,000 miles in the last year and sustaining […]

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How The Freemasons Influenced India: Architecture, Rituals, Symbology, & More
10 Jan 2024

How The Freemasons Influenced India: Architecture, Rituals, Symbology, & More

(by Vaaswat Sarkar, Homegrown, 9 January 2024)   Which boy hasn’t grown up wanting to be a part of an […]

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Ohio/US - From the Archives: Masonic Lodges of Warren County
09 Jan 2024

Ohio/US – From the Archives: Masonic Lodges of Warren County

(by Jordan Rushing, VDN, January 7, 2024)   The history of Masonic Lodges in Warren County is a captivating journey […]

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Oxfordshire/England - Freemason commended for half century of service
08 Jan 2024

Oxfordshire/England – Freemason commended for half century of service

(by editorial board, Henley Standard, 08 January 2024)   A Man from Henley has been commended for achieving 50 years […]

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South Australia - Plans lodged for Adelaide’s tallest building
07 Jan 2024

South Australia – Plans lodged for Adelaide’s tallest building

(by Thomas Kelsall, InDaily/SALIFE/CitiMag, December 15, 2023)   Plans for a 37-storey, 183-metre tower and hotel behind the state heritage […]

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Nova Scotia/Canada - 2024 Instillation held at Masonic Temple
06 Jan 2024

Nova Scotia/Canada – 2024 Installation held at Masonic Temple

(by editorial board, MoosejawToday, January 6th, 2023)   Installation of 2024 Officers for Doric/St.George Masonic Lodge #71 was held on […]

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England - Freemasons lose £2.8m VAT case
05 Jan 2024

England – Freemasons lose £2.8m VAT case

(by Will Drysdale, Accountancy Daily, 3 January 2024)   The oldest Grand Lodge of Freemasons in the world has lost […]

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Texas/US - Masonic lodge gives PJC students scholarships
04 Jan 2024

Texas/US – Masonic lodge gives PJC students scholarships

(by editorial board, The Paris News, January 4th, 2024)   The Roan Oak Masonic Lodge No. 860 of Garretts Bluff […]

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Italy - The Freemason Ladies Festival -Roma Pabila
03 Jan 2024

Essex/England – The Freemason Ladies Festival -Roma Pabila

(by editorial board, Essex County Daily Gazette Standard, 31st December 2023)   On Saturday the 18th of November, the Freemason […]

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NY/US – Ti Freemasons optimistic for 2024
02 Jan 2024

NY/US – Ti Freemasons optimistic for 2024

(by Shaudra Barlett Yaw, The Sun, January 2, 2024)   In 136 years, Mount Defiance Lodge #794 of Free and […]

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Berkshire/England - Newbury’s Victory Lodge supports homeless charity Loose Ends at Christmas
01 Jan 2024

Berkshire/England – Newbury’s Victory Lodge supports homeless charity Loose Ends at Christmas

(by Mirek Gosney, newbury today, 01 January 2024)   Freemasons have made a generous donation to a local homeless charity. […]

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South Australia - Historical book explores the history and decline of the Kangaroo Island Freemasons
31 Dec 2023

South Australia – Historical book explores the history and decline of the Kangaroo Island Freemasons

(by editorial board, The Islander, 31st December 2023)   The story of Freemasonry on Kangaroo Island has come to life […]

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NY/US - Ticonderoga Freemasons spread holiday cheer
30 Dec 2023

NY/US – Ticonderoga Freemasons spread holiday cheer

(by Shaudra Barlett Yaw, The Sun, December 25, 2023)   Recently, the Freemasons of the Ticonderoga Mount Defiance and Crown […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons host Christmas dinner party in Cleator Moor
29 Dec 2023

Cumbria/England – Freemasons host Christmas dinner party in Cleator Moor

(by Brandon Mawson, News & Star, 29th December 2023)   FREEMASONS in West Cumbria have been helping those in need […]

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North Carolina/US - Mooresville Masonic Lodge gives away more than 100 bicycles
28 Dec 2023

North Carolina/US – Mooresville Masonic Lodge gives away more than 100 bicycles

(by Ben Gibson, Statesville Record&Landmark, December 24, 2023)   If giving is truly better than getting, then those behind the […]

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Virginia/US - Masonic Lodge presents check to Junior Auxiliary for Toy Drive
27 Dec 2023

Virginia/US – Masonic Lodge presents check to Junior Auxiliary for Toy Drive

(by editorial board, Advance-Monticellonian, December 21, 2023)   WM. Bobby Faulkner (right), of Eureka Lodge No. 40, presented the Junior […]

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Cambridgeshire/England - Freemasons donate £20,000 to foodbanks including Wisbech
26 Dec 2023

Cambridgeshire/England – Freemasons donate £20,000 to foodbanks including Wisbech

(by Sarah Cliss, Fenland Citizen, 24 December 2023)   Christmas came early to several food banks across the county when […]

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Cumbria/England - Freemasons Provincial Grand Master issues Christmas message
25 Dec 2023

Cumbria/England – Freemasons Provincial Grand Master issues Christmas message

(by Brandon Mawson, The Mall, 25th December 2023)   This message goes out to the lodges across the county and […]

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Victoria/Australia - $10,000 Spring Vale Lodge donation
24 Dec 2023

Victoria/Australia – $10,000 Spring Vale Lodge donation

(by Emma Xerri, Star Journal, 22nd December 2022)   Hoping to make the work of the Springvale Benevolent Society a […]

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Cheshire/England - Hoylake's RAF cadets win support of local freemasons
23 Dec 2023

Cheshire/England – Hoylake’s RAF cadets win support of local Freemasons

(by Jamie Bowman, Wirral Globe, 22nd December 2023)   Hoose Lodge, in Hoylake, joined together with Widows Sons Masonic Bikers […]

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Tasmania/Australia - North Launceston Freemasons dig deep for Empty Stocking Appeal
22 Dec 2023

Tasmania/Australia – North Launceston Freemasons dig deep for Empty Stocking Appeal

(by Declan Durrant, The Examiner, December 22, 2023)   For the Launceston Army and Navy Freemasons Lodge, giving to The […]

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British Columbia/Canada - Masonic lodge donates to local groups
21 Dec 2023

British Columbia/Canada – Masonic lodge donates to local groups

(by Jordan Shade, Penticton Herald, December 21, 2023)   Penticton Masonic Lodge #147 donated $2,700 to local community groups. From […]

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Kent/England - Ramsgate Freemason bequeaths £114,000 to Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School
20 Dec 2023

Kent/England – Ramsgate Freemason bequeaths £114,000 to Chatham and Clarendon Grammar School

(by Kathy Bailes, Lovetts of Ramsgate, December 20, 2023)   A Ramsgate Freemason has bequeathed £114,000 to the town’s Chatham […]

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Somerset/England - Somerset Freemasons: £10,000 donation to repair flood damage
19 Dec 2023

Somerset/England – Somerset Freemasons: £10,000 donation to repair flood damage

(by Ethan Evans, Somerset County Gazette, 19th December 2023)   Somerset Freemasons has donated £10,000 to the Queen Camel Community […]

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Surrey/England - Freemason’s Lodge spreads Christmas cheer with £2,000 toy donation
18 Dec 2023