St. Ann’s Catholic Church celebrates 160 years in Walpole

WALPOLE—From a handful of settlers gathering for Mass in private homes to a vibrant parish celebrating its 160th anniversary, St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Walpole has been at the heart of its community for generations. According to church history, the roots of Catholic life in the Walpole area reach back well before the church was built. In 1680, the French…