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New Primary Care Clinic Opening in Newton, MA New Primary Care Clinic Opening in Newton, MA
New Primary Care Clinic Opening in Newton, MA Newton Primary Care offers trusted, same-week preventive and sick care to the community. Revere Medical - Newton Primary Care is excited to announce the opening of its doors on October 13, 2025. Located at 29 Crafts St, Suite 400, our new clinic offers patients in Newton and the surrounding areas (including Needham, Belmont, Arlington, Watertown, and Waltham) a convenient new option for high-quality primary care. Our dedicated team, led by Dr. Pragati Tikoo, Dr. Henry Merola, and Hannah Folk, PA-C, is committed to providing both preventive and sick care to support the ongoing wellness of th…

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Former Ravens DL Arthur Jones, Brother Of UFC Champ Jon, Patriots Star Chandler, Dies At 39 Former Ravens DL Arthur Jones, Brother Of UFC Champ Jon, Patriots Star Chandler, Dies At 39
Former Ravens DL Arthur Jones, Brother Of UFC Champ Jon, Patriots Star Chandler, Dies At 39 The Baltimore Ravens are mourning the loss of a Super Bowl champion. Former defensive tackle Arthur Jones, 39, died suddenly, the team announced Friday. "We are terribly saddened to learn of Arthur Jones' sudden passing," Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta stated. "Arthur's presence was a gift to everyone he encountered. His big, bright smile, infectious energy and eternal positivity created a presence that continuously uplifted others." "He was kind, courteous and enthusiastic — always displaying a love for family, teammates and friends." Jones played for the Ravens from 2010 to 2013 an…

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$3.9M Childhood Home Of Political Icon In CT Listed For First Time In 100 Years $3.9M Childhood Home Of Political Icon In CT Listed For First Time In 100 Years
$3.9M Childhood Home Of Political Icon In CT Listed For First Time In 100 Years A Sharon property with more than 200 years of history, which was the childhood home of one of America's most prolific political minds of the past century, is on the market for just south of $4 million.  The estate at 1 Great Elm Drive in Sharon is listed for $3,999,000. Built in 1812, the single-family residence spans 8,072 square feet on 6.34 acres, according to the Zillow listing. It offers eight bedrooms and nine bathrooms.  One of those bedrooms once belonged to attorney and author William F. Buckley Jr., one of the founding fathers of the American conservative political movem…

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New England Genealogist Reunites PA Woman With Childhood Best Friend Separated By Foster Care New England Genealogist Reunites PA Woman With Childhood Best Friend Separated By Foster Care
New England Genealogist Reunites PA Woman With Childhood Best Friend Separated By Foster Care A New England genealogist has helped reunite two women who were separated by foster care while attending elementary school in Abington in the late 1980s. Elizabeth Crompton, who grew up in Abington, shared on Facebook that she had been searching for her childhood best friend for decades. The two attended Glenside Weldon Elementary School just outside of Philadelphia, where Crompton, then known as Liz, spent nearly every day with her best friend. “She was the sweetest girl ever, red curly hair and the warmest smile,” Crompton wrote, recalling how her friend’s social worker once gave her litt…

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UMass Lowell Lockdown Lifted After Police Say Suspect Left Area UMass Lowell Lockdown Lifted After Police Say Suspect Left Area
UMass Lowell Lockdown Lifted After Police Say Suspect Left Area Police lifted the lockdown at the University of Massachusetts Lowell after officers said the man believed to have a gun near campus had left the area. Authorities lifted the shelter-in-place order around 5:30 p.m. — about three hours after police began searching for the man. “Based on a search and investigation, law enforcement partners believe the suspect is no longer in the vicinity,” police said in a text message to students. “A large police presence is being maintained on campus, and officers will be stationed at all residence halls overnight.” Massachusetts State Police said they were…

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Bay State Pride: Medfield Native Among 3 Emmy Nominees With Mass Ties Bay State Pride: Medfield Native Among 3 Emmy Nominees With Mass Ties
Bay State Pride: Medfield Native Among 3 Emmy Nominees With Mass Ties Three actresses nominated for Emmy Awards this year have something in common beyond their talent: They all have strong ties to Massachusetts. Meghan Fahy, nominated for her role in “Sirens,” is a Longmeadow native who grew up in western Massachusetts. She began performing in school plays and quickly built a name for herself. “Sirens” follows a therapist who helps women navigate grief after a tragic loss. The show has been praised for its emotional honesty and strong female lead. This marks Fahy’s second Emmy nomination. She was previously recognized in 2023 for her performance in HBO’s “The…

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New England Author Wally Lamb Picked For Oprah’s Book Club — Again New England Author Wally Lamb Picked For Oprah’s Book Club — Again
New England Author Wally Lamb Picked For Oprah’s Book Club — Again Norwich native Wally Lamb has once again caught the attention of Oprah Winfrey. Lamb’s new New York Times best-selling novel, "The River Is Waiting," is the latest pick for Oprah’s Book Club.  Winfrey announced the selection during her podcast last week. The novel tells the story of a father named Corby Ledbetter. "New fatherhood, the loss of his job, and a growing secret addiction have thrown his marriage to his beloved Emily into a tailspin," publisher Simon and Schuster wrote in the abstract.  It becomes the 115th title in her long-running book club, and the third novel fr…

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Senator Stuck In Iraq Amid Overseas Chaos Returns To Logan Airport: 'Grateful To Be Home' Senator Stuck In Iraq Amid Overseas Chaos Returns To Logan Airport: 'Grateful To Be Home'
Senator Stuck In Iraq Amid Overseas Chaos Returns To Logan Airport: 'Grateful To Be Home' A Connecticut Senator is back in the US after being stuck for days in Iraq amid the ongoing tensions and attacks in the Middle East. Sen. Saud Anwar, who represents the state's 3rd District, confirmed that he safely returned to Boston Logan Airport on Saturday, June 14, days after posting a video about the airline shutdown in the region. "Feeling incredibly blessed to be back home in the United States," Anwar posted on Facebook. "A heartfelt thank you to everyone who reached out through emails, texts, voice messages, social media, and your prayers.  "Your love and support have truly lifted…

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Mass Teacher Lied About Having Purple Heart, College Degrees: DA Mass Teacher Lied About Having Purple Heart, College Degrees: DA
Mass Teacher Lied About Having Purple Heart, College Degrees: DA A Massachusetts teacher was arrested after police said she lied about her college education and military past for years to get a job in public schools, authorities said.  Lissa Lagasse, 57, of Lowell, was arrested Friday, June 6, and faces 21 charges linked to her work in Haverhill schools, the Essex County District Attorney's Office said. She was being held on a $25,000 bond.  Prosecutors say Lagasse falsely claimed she had both undergraduate and graduate degrees. She also allegedly told employers that she was a decorated US military veteran and Purple Heart recipient — none of w…

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Everett Native Ellen Pompeo Detained By TSA For Over An Hour Over Her Snack: 'Is This A Joke?' Everett Native Ellen Pompeo Detained By TSA For Over An Hour Over Her Snack: 'Is This A Joke?'
Everett Native Ellen Pompeo Detained By TSA For Over An Hour Over Her Snack: 'Is This A Joke?' Ellen Pompeo says she was detained for more than an hour at an airport and subjected to a bomb screening all because of a snack she tried to bring on board. The Everett, Massachusetts native and “Grey’s Anatomy” star told Travel + Leisure this week that in March, TSA agents detained her for over an hour, and a bomb squad had to clear her before she could board her flight. Related: TSA Shakes Up Airport Security Rules — What Travelers Should Know What triggered such an intense response from airport security? A bag of organic sunflower seeds. "I had a bag of sunflower seeds, like organ…

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Dave Portnoy Breaks His Golden Rule In Boston Pizza Review Meltdown: 'Am I Getting Soft?' Dave Portnoy Breaks His Golden Rule In Boston Pizza Review Meltdown: 'Am I Getting Soft?'
Dave Portnoy Breaks His Golden Rule In Boston Pizza Review Meltdown: 'Am I Getting Soft?' It's one bite. Everybody knows the rules.  But Dave Portnoy broke it in his latest "One Bite Pizza Review" after fearing that a Boston pizzeria didn't get a fair chance because of a line cutter and excessive "box time." It was such a break from form that the Barstool Sports' El Presidente began to question if he'd gotten "too soft" and sparked an existential crashout on the sidewalk.  This all began when Portnoy reviewed Boston's Pizzeria Rustico, located near the TD Garden. That prime location had him excited for a solid slice. But the restaurant's cramped kitchen and a man cutti…

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Portnoy Has Tough Words For Foxborough Pizzeria Owner, Still Gives Pie Good Marks Portnoy Has Tough Words For Foxborough Pizzeria Owner, Still Gives Pie Good Marks
Portnoy Has Tough Words For Foxborough Pizzeria Owner, Still Gives Pie Good Marks Barstool Sport CEO and pizza aficionado Dave Portnoy knows how he likes his pies: thin crust, no flop, with a little char on the bottom — no muss, no fuss.  So it was a bit of a surprise when he stopped in at Foxborough's Laced Pizza & Pub, which is named for the crispy edge of a bar pie, but didn't get that satisfying crunch he believed he was promised. But it wasn't bad news for the 94 Washington St. pizzeria and pub. Portnoy gave Laced a 7.5 out of 10, a respectable score. He said it was one of the better bar pies in the Foxborough area — something the South Shore…

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