The early 1940s were riddled with uncertainty. World War II loomed large over daily life, reshaping industry, families, and the rhythm of American towns. Gas was rationed, and every home seemed to hum ...

The early ’50s were a time of transition in America, as folks reeling from World War II tried to navigate what a “new normal” looked like. New station wagons sparkled in driveways while kids were ...

Thanksgiving in the 50s looked familiar in some ways and very different in others. Families gathered around big tables, cooked from scratch, and followed simple traditions that shaped the holiday for ...

SCRAPBOOK - Cap Scrap observes Fire Prevention Week, which began Sunday and runs through Saturday, Oct. 11, with photos of fires and firefighters from years past. Gazette file photos by Charles B.