Tag: Holiday

Register O’Donnell Announces 2025 Holiday Food Drive

Holiday food drive flyer framed by mistletoe green and red text showing the date of the food drive November 12th to December 18th 2025.

Many individuals and families in Norfolk County are finding it increasingly difficult to afford basic necessities like food, especially during the holiday season, when the pressure to provide for loved ones intensifies. In response, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell is encouraging residents to support the Annual Registry of Deeds Food Drive, which begins Wednesday, November 12th and continues through Thursday, December 18th.

Register O’Donnell Wraps Up 17th Annual Toys for Tots Drive

Dedham, MA – Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell and Registry Staff distributed donations from the Registry’s 17th Annual Toys for Tots Drive to Gunnery Sergeants Andrew Fetrow and Ruben Diez, both with the 1st Battalion, 25th Marines, representing Toys for Tots, during a pickup event.

GOOD DEEDS: Quiz in Honor of Presidents’ Day

GOOD DEEDS: Quiz in Honor of Presidents’ Day

By William P. O’Donnell Norfolk County Register of Deeds       One of the many prominent reasons that Norfolk County is considered a destination community to live and work can be attributed to its rich history. It is one of the oldest counties, founded in 1793, in the United States just five years after George […]

GOOD DEEDS Why We Give

As we prepare our holiday gatherings and frantically search for just the right gift to give or dish to serve, we are inundated with hundreds of items to choose from. Will it be turkey or ham? Mashed or sweet potatoes? Should I get someone a bike or a video game? The options are endless. It can be a tough choice, but what if that choice was between feeding your family or keeping your home, giving presents or staying warm?

Norfolk County Registry of Deeds Announces 2023 Toys for Tots Drive

Dedham, MA – Believing that the true spirit of the holidays lies in giving rather than receiving, Norfolk County Register of Deeds William P. O’Donnell is sponsoring the Registry’s 16th annual U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drive, November 20th, to December 8th, at 10 a.m.

GOOD DEEDS: Honoring the Brave Men and Women of Norfolk County

This month, we observe Memorial Day to honor and remember the brave men and women who died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. It is a day to pay tribute to their sacrifice and express gratitude for their service. I want to take a moment to talk about the history of Memorial Day and to share some ways we can all show our respect on this day.

GOOD DEEDS: Happy George Washington’s Birthday

For me and many of the residents of Norfolk County, President’s Day has always held a special significance. Yes, it is a day off for some, but it is also a day to reflect on what a special form of government the United States of America has. People may not know that four of the forty-six Presidents of the United States were born right here in Norfolk County, more than any other county in the United States.

Good Deeds: Holiday Trivia and Greetings

Another year has gone by, and yes, they do seem to pass faster and faster with every passing year. The holidays are upon us, and I wish all the joy and happiness of the season for you and your families.

Register O’Donnell Announces 2022 Holiday Food Drive

As inflation rates continue to rise and the cost of living becomes an increasing challenge for some families across Norfolk County, Register of Deeds William O’Donnell is asking people to take a moment to contribute to the Annual Registry of Deeds Food Drive, starting Monday November 14th and running through Tuesday December 13th.