Morley Piper, who devoted more than 60 years of his life to the newspaper industry, passed away at age 97

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On Thursday, May 12, Morley Piper passed away at 97 years young.

Morley devoted more than 60 years of his life to the newspaper industry, including 12 years at The Boston Globe, 45 years as the executive director of the New England Newspaper Association, and 22 years serving as clerk of the Newspaper Association Managers.

He made significant contributions to the industry, providing wise counsel and inspiration to several generations of newspaper staff and executives in New England, and across the country.

Morley received many awards for his devotion to the industry, including the prestigious Yankee Quill award, and he was a member of the New England Newspaper Hall of Fame.

There are no immediate plans for services.