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'Cherished' Framingham Mom Dies Unexpectedly, Family Humbled By Outpouring Of Love
A family suffered an "unimaginable loss" when a local woman experienced a fatal medical emergency.
Dorothy Kwok, of Framingham, suffered a brain aneurysm and died on Friday, June 2, leaving behind a loving husband and two children, according to a GoFundMe set up in her honor.
"Dorothy passed unexpectedly to the shock of all of us," reads a post on the Framingham Youth Lacrosse Facebook page. "She was the most kind, thoughtful and generous person and will be missed more than words can express."
In the wake of the family's devastation, Kwok's friend, Gevry Fontaine, cre…
North Shore Entertainer Survives 'Death-Defying' Crash, Community Doles Out Support
A man who kept his community "laughing, singing, and entertained" is receiving a "generous" outpouring of support.
Chris Michaels, of Salisbury, is in "rough shape" after going through a head-on collision on I-110 on Sunday, May 28, according to his Facebook and a GoFundMe created to aid in his recovery.
One of Michael's "besties," Deb Andrews, has helped raise over $5,000 in only three days via a GoFundMe designed to help cover his rehabilitation expenses.
Michaels, who already suffers from severe chronic pain, called himself a "hurting unit" in a Facebook post but said he was thankful…
Bakers, Cake Lovers Rejoice, Home-Grown Bakery Heads To Westwood To Scale Up, Teach Classes
A local woman's home bakery allowed her to establish a successful company, but increasing order volume for her custom cakes and cake jars has presented the business owner with a challenge, and a new opportunity.
MarTia’s Cakes, a boutique bakery that has crafted custom cakes, cupcakes, cookies, and brownies since 2011, is expanding its home-grown operation to a new commercial kitchen in Westwood, according to the bakery's Facebook page.
The new location provides owner Markita Durant with a kitchen "suite" where she can work to meet ever-increasing corporate orders, vending opportunities, …
'Humble' Worcester Deputy, Father Finding Support Following Cancer Diagnosis
Ben Campbell is the type of friend everyone hopes to have, according to his loved ones. At a moment's notice, at any time of day or night, he will be there for you, they said. But now, he's the one in need, and his friends are lining up to repay the favors.
Campbell, a 39-year-old Worcester County Sheriff's Deputy and firearms instructor, was recently diagnosed with colorectal cancer that has metastasized to his liver. His sister, Mikayla Campbell, set up a GoFundMe to help cover the cost of his treatments at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute and to provide…
Victim Of Texas Mass Shooting Was UMass Amherst Grad, Died Along With Wife and 3-Year-Old Son
A family of four was visiting an outlet mall in North Texas when a gunman tore their family apart, killing a mother, father, and son.
A gunman killed eight people on Saturday, May 6, one of whom was identified by the Allen, Texas Police Department as Kyu Song Cho, a University of Massachusetts Amherst graduate.
"We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of our UMass Amherst alumnus Kyu Cho, his wife, and their three-year-old son in the Texas mall shooting," said UMass Amherst representative Ed Blaguszewski.
Kyu graduated in 2007 with a degree in political science. &…
Brookline Japanese Bakery (Finally) Set To Reopen After Years
After two years, over $40,000 in donations, and some uncertainty, a Japanese bakery that started in 1985 is set to reopen.
Japonaise Bakery and Cafe, located at 1020 Beacon Street in Brookline, churned out 'kawaii' baked goods and treats until 2021 when the dessert shop closed its doors for renovations.
For fans of the bakery, the wait is almost over after the owner announced via an Instagram post made on Tuesday, April 25, 2023, that he aimed to have the shop open within a month.
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