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Stuck In Space: Astronaut From New England Faces Uncertain Return Date Amid Starliner Troubles Stuck In Space: Astronaut From New England Faces Uncertain Return Date Amid Starliner Troubles
Stuck In Space: Astronaut From New England Faces Uncertain Return Date Amid Starliner Troubles A Massachusetts native is among two American astronauts facing an uncertain return date to Earth amid ongoing problems with the Boeing-built Starliner spacecraft. Pilot and Needham native Suni Williams, along with commander Butch Wilmore, remains stuck on the International Space Station nearly a week after their expected departure date while NASA crews work to understand several issues that have arisen since the pair launched into orbit on Wednesday, June 5. Among the problems sparking concern are malfunctions of the vehicle’s thrusters and numerous helium leaks that sprang up during their…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Alice Cousins, Formerly Of Chappaqua, Had Mischievous Wit, Joyful Spirit Alice Cousins, Formerly Of Chappaqua, Had Mischievous Wit, Joyful Spirit
Alice Cousins, Formerly Of Chappaqua, Had Mischievous Wit, Joyful Spirit Alice Irene Cousins (Bo), died peacefully on Friday, April 10 at Pines Edge in Needham, MA. Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Matilda and Thomas Purcell and was predeceased by her husband, Robert Cousins, and her siblings, Tom (Rosalie), Betty and Merce as well as her Aunt, Sister Mercedes Purcell. She is survived by two children and their spouses, Candis Pearson (Dave) and Peter Cousins (Victoria) and her grandchildren, Robert Cousins (Ellen), Carl Danielson, Alex Cousins (Sarah) and Valerie Renard. Alice’s family was her greatest joy. Bob was the love of her life. …

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by Daily Voice