Eastern Mass Mother of 6 Dies Suddenly At Age 43, Community Pours Out Love, Support Eastern Mass Mother of 6 Dies Suddenly At Age 43, Community Pours Out Love, Support
Eastern Mass Mother of 6 Dies Suddenly At Age 43, Community Pours Out Love, Support A Middlesex County single mother died unexpectedly recently, leaving her six children parentless. Now, one of her children is asking for the community's help. Lynda M. Miller, of Somerville, died suddenly at her home on Saturday, July 22, at age 43, according to her obituary.  Miller enjoyed spending time at the beach and cheering on her children from the sidelines at their football and basketball games and cheerleading competitions.  "Above all, she put her family first and cherished time spent together," her obituary said.  Miller was a "devoted mother" to her six childre…
Attempted Kidnapper, 18, Nabbed In Somerville 1 Week After Medford Attack: Police Attempted Kidnapper, 18, Nabbed In Somerville 1 Week After Medford Attack: Police
Attempted Kidnapper, 18, Nabbed In Somerville 1 Week After Medford Attack: Police A young man was arrested for the assault of a woman one week after the attack, officials say.  Nature Moncoeur, of Somerville, was arrested on the morning of Tuesday, July 11 after a week-long investigation into the attack of a woman in her 20s, according to the Medford Police Department.  The woman was attacked while going for a walk on Royall Street on Sunday, July 3 around 10:45 p.m. Her assailant followed her and then attacked, hitting her multiple times.  Read original story here: New Update: Medford Woman Assaulted While On Walk, Police Ask For Help To ID Suspect The woman fought …
Somerville Woman, 32, Injures Leg On Slippery NH Trail, Carried Off Trail On Litter Somerville Woman, 32, Injures Leg On Slippery NH Trail, Carried Off Trail On Litter
Somerville Woman, 32, Injures Leg On Slippery NH Trail, Carried Off Trail On Litter A section of wet rock resulted in a leg injury and an hours-long rescue for one hiker, officials say.  Brynne Quinlan, of Somerville, slipped and fell while hiking on the Webster Jackson-Mount Jackson Branch Trail in Carroll, New Hampshire around 5:30 p.m. on Monday, July 3, according to the New Hampshire Fish and Game Law Enforcement Division and Operation Game Thief. Quinlan, age 32, suffered a leg injury so severe she could not finish her hike on her own.  She called 911, which sent volunteers from Pemi Valley Search and Rescue Team as well as employees from the…
UPDATE: ID Released For Somerville Woman Killed In Medical Transport Van Crash UPDATE: ID Released For Somerville Woman Killed In Medical Transport Van Crash
Update: ID Released For Somerville Woman Killed In Medical Transport Van Crash A woman who was secured in a wheelchair died in a single-vehicle crash, officials say.  A medical transport van registered with Humble Hands Health Care Services ran off the road and crashed into a tree on the Riverway at Longwood Avenue in Boston on Monday, July 3, killing a 71-year-old Somerville woman and seriously injuring a 39-year-old Methuen man, according to the Massachusetts State Police.  Massachusetts State Police responded to the crash around 3:45 p.m. and found Boston EMS and Fire already on the scene and attempting to provide life-saving medical aid to the passenger,…
New Update: Medford Woman Assaulted While On Walk, Police Ask For Help To ID Suspect New Update: Medford Woman Assaulted While On Walk, Police Ask For Help To ID Suspect
New Update: Medford Woman Assaulted While On Walk, Police Ask For Help To ID Suspect Police shared a video of the man who repeatedly punched a woman in her 20s who was taking an evening walk in the hopes that a member of the public will recognize the attacker. A woman in her 20s was taken to the hospital after being hit multiple times by an unknown man who followed her at night, officials say.  The young woman was taking an evening walk in the area of Main Street and Royall Street when a man physically assaulted her around 10:45 p.m. on Sunday, July 2, according to the Medford Police Department.  Video of suspect that followed a woman from Somerville, MA. into Medford…
Flatbread Company Puts Out Fire On Bedford Location After 18 Years Of Service Flatbread Company Puts Out Fire On Bedford Location After 18 Years Of Service
Flatbread Company Puts Out Fire On Bedford Location After 18 Years Of Service A pizza restaurant chain that used to heavily populate the Greater Boston Area now has no traces to the region.  Financial troubles have caused Flatbread Company to close their Bedford location after 18 years in business on Monday, June 26, according to the restaurant's website. The company said the location is "no longer viable" as the restaurant industry has drastically changed.   "We regretfully reach out to let you know that unfortunately our fires are out and will not be relit," a statement on the restaurant's website reads. "We can no longer continue to keep our fires burning to see …
Man Charged In Shootout That Nearly Killed Bystander In Malden Apartment Lobby Man Charged In Shootout That Nearly Killed Bystander In Malden Apartment Lobby
Man Charged In Shootout That Nearly Killed Bystander In Malden Apartment Lobby A 35-year-old man was charged with shooting a woman by mistake on Sunday night, June 18, which sparked a shootout inside a Malden apartment lobby, authorities said. He was also wounded in the exchange of gunfire.  Mohamed Abdulaziz, of Somerville, is charged with armed assault with intent to murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, carrying a firearm without a license, and possession of ammunition in connection with a shooting, the Middlesex District Attorney's Office said.  Abdulaziz entered the Overlook Ridge Drive apartment building around 2:20 a.m. planning to rob a man, …
'Her Heart Was Big': Everett Wife, Mother Of 5 Dies Unexpectedly At 53 'Her Heart Was Big': Everett Wife, Mother Of 5 Dies Unexpectedly At 53
'Her Heart Was Big': Everett Wife, Mother Of 5 Dies Unexpectedly At 53 The large family of an Everett woman is trying to give her a proper burial after she died unexpectedly last week.  Annarita Petrosillo-McNeeley, formerly of Somerville, suddenly passed away at her home on Wednesday, June 14. She was 53 years old.  Annarita "loved her big family dearly and adored her five children," according to her obituary.  "She loved to cook and sing and was great at both," the obituary continued. "Her heart was big and her generosity even bigger. She will be greatly missed."  I love you my wife Annarita McNeeley RIP Posted by Peter McNeeley N Annarita on Friday, J…
Mass-Born Pizzeria Opens Wellesley Location, Brings 'Fun Surprise' Mass-Born Pizzeria Opens Wellesley Location, Brings 'Fun Surprise'
Mass-Born Pizzeria Opens Wellesley Location, Brings 'Fun Surprise' A Massachusetts-born chain that promises a "healthier and more delicious pizza experience" is expanding its in-state footprint.  Oath Pizza began on Nantucket Island in 2015, and eight years later, on Monday, June 5, it opened its 11th full-fledged restaurant, this time in Wellesley, according to a press release.  The franchise's newest location in Linden Square is owned by Bill Ebben. “We are beyond excited and brimming with optimism as we team up with Bill Ebben and his family to bring Oath Pizza to the lively Wellesley community," said Drew Kellogg, CEO of Oath Pizza. "With Bill's deep…
Mom Found Dead: Daughter Charged With Assaulting Her In Somerville Mom Found Dead: Daughter Charged With Assaulting Her In Somerville
Mom Found Dead: Daughter Charged With Assaulting Her In Somerville A 48-year-old Somerville woman is accused of strangling and assaulting her elderly mother, who was found dead on Sunday, May 28, in the younger woman's home, authorities said.  April Monroe is charged with strangulation and assault and battery on a person over 60 causing serious bodily injury in connection with an alleged assault on her mother, the Middlesex District Attorney said.  Gail Gasperini, 73, of East Boston, was found dead in Monroe's Summer Street apartment. Gasperini's husband contacted the police after his wife left to visit her daughter on Sunday but never …
Somerville Man, 37, Dies 'Doing What He Loved Most,' Family Organizes Tribute Event Somerville Man, 37, Dies 'Doing What He Loved Most,' Family Organizes Tribute Event
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…
Restaurant Heading To Somerville For Third Location Will Offer A Few Updates To Extensive Menu Restaurant Heading To Somerville For Third Location Will Offer A Few Updates To Extensive Menu
Restaurant Heading To Somerville For Third Location Will Offer A Few Updates To Extensive Menu A small restaurant chain is growing, bringing crave-worthy dishes to more Eastern Massachusetts diners.  Dumpling Garden currently serves up Chinese and Japanese cuisine from its Saugus and Danvers locations, but it may be spreading the dumpling joy to Somerville as soon as the end of June, the eatery told Daily Voice.  The new location's menu promises to be similar to the other locations, a Dumpling Garden representative told Daily Voice, but will have a few updates.  The Saugus location, on Essex Street, has an extensive list of options. With pages dedicated to both Japanese and Chinese…