Peabody resident and musician Jose Ilidio Pereira was honored at the 41st Annual Heritage Day of Portugal at the Massachusetts State House on June 10. Pereira, a Portuguese musician born in the Azores, has played in various Massachusetts ensembles promoting heritage music. He was recognized by State Rep. Thomas P. Walsh for his contributions to the Peabody … [Read more...] about Local musician honored at the annual Day of Portugal event