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Girl, 10, Shot In Springfield Murder-Suicide Has Died, Her Mother Says
The mother of a 10-year-old girl who was shot in Springfield earlier this week in a murder-suicide has died in the hospital, her mother announced on Facebook.
Aubrianna Lynn was shot on Monday, Aug. 14, along with her 12-year-old sister and grandmother, Kim Fairbanks, at their home at 174 Berkshire Ave., Springfield police said. Their upstairs neighbor Victor Nieves, who knew the family well, pulled the trigger before killing himself, police said.
Stephanie Croteau, the girl's mother, posted on Facebook that the 10-year-old was in heaven dancing with her grandmother, who was also killed…
Only 'The Best' For Braintree: New Restaurant Opens To Community's Excitement
A new market and restaurant soft launched in Norfolk County, and future customers shared messages of support for the new business.
Waves Seafood, a seafood market located at 190 Quincy Avenue in Braintree, opened its doors at noon on Wednesday, August 2, according to the eatery's Facebook page.
The store will offer its community fresh fish, prepared foods, and hot meals to go. Offerings will include fish plates, scallops, and whole belly clams, according to the store's Facebook.
"Thank you all for your patience, support, and well-wishes," read a post on the business's Facebook. "To all…
Beloved Needham Eatery Announces Closure After More Than 30 Years
An eatery known for its huge portions is closing, much to the sadness of patrons who say it had the "best chicken salad sandwiches, hands down, anywhere."
Mighty Subs, a sandwich shop located at 250 Highland Avenue in Needham, is closing on Friday, July 28 after 33 years in business, according to social media and Yelp reports.
The shop lived up to its slogan of "our small is their large," serving up massive versions of classic sandwiches, including subs loaded with meatballs, chicken salad, or roast beef.
"The size of the subs are large enough to feed 2 normal people or 1 hungry adult …
Malden Eatery With 15-Year History Closes, Community Mourns, Shares Memories
A Middlesex County restaurant and bar announced that it would close its doors for the last time, sparking an outpouring of shared fond memories and good times.
John Brewer's Tavern, an American-style restaurant and bar with three eastern Massachusetts locations, announced on Facebook that it would close its Malden restaurant, located at 7 Highland Avenue, at the end of the day on Monday, July 24.
"Closing is not an easy thing to do, but it is the right decision at this time, for our family and our other locations," wrote owners Bill and Sue Honeycutt in a Facebook post.
The eatery was kn…
Family Sells Beloved Beverly Eatery After 30 Years, New Owners To Keep Legacy Alive
A family-owned Essex County eatery made "the bittersweet decision" to sell the business and was met with well-wishes as well as mournful messages.
Stephy’s Kitchen, located at 41 Beckford Street in Beverly, was sold to new owners on Tuesday, June 11 after three decades of operation by the same family, according to the restaurant's Facebook page.
The brunch restaurant, known for its comforting breakfasts and small-town feel, was opened 30 years ago by a husband and wife team, Charlie and Valeri.
The couple's child, Alex, helped Valeri continue to keep Charlie's legacy alive for 10 years…
Needham Pizzeria With 27-Year History Closes, Community Loses 'A True Gem'
A family-owned business closed its doors and auctioned off its equipment amid outcries from saddened customers.
Brothers Pizza, located at 201 Reservoir Street in Needham, closed after 27 years of business on Friday, June 30, according to Yelp and multiple Facebook reports.
The pizzeria offered gourmet pizzas, calzones, and pasta dishes, as well as an array of sandwiches and entrees.
It was known for going "the extra mile," according to Yelp reviewers.
"Brothers Pizza does it right," wrote one Yelp reviewer. "They treat their customers like family. This kind of customer service is n…
Doughnut Shop Heads To Haverhill, Bringing 'Ridiculously Tasty' Treats Safe For Everyone
One mom's passion project is now turning into a brick-and-mortar storefront, operating off her belief that everyone deserves a doughnut.
Nicole Lowe, a Massachusetts mother of three, created Lowe's Donuts to fill a gap in the market. She is now moving from selling on a pre-order basis to opening up an official storefront in Bradford's downtown area, in Haverhill, according to a post on their Facebook page.
Lowe, a lifelong doughnut lover, found that it was nearly impossible to find a doughnut that her children, who have various food allergies, could eat.
So she created Lowe's Donuts, w…
Somerville Man, 37, Dies 'Doing What He Loved Most,' Family Organizes Tribute Event
The family of an avid motorcyclist is memorializing his passion for bikes with a gathering they plan to hold yearly.
Steve Delaney, Jr, of Somerville, died in a motorcycle accident on Saturday, May 27 at 37 years old, according to his obituary and a GoFundMe created for his funeral expenses.
Delaney was an "adored" father, son, grandson, and brother, his obituary said.
"Our family is beyond crushed, heart broken, devastated and shocked to say the least," reads the description of the GoFundMe created by his sister. "There are no words to express the pain we are all going through…
