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I grew up in Hanover, N.H., and lived in New York and Colorado before moving to Massachusetts in 2006. I have a master's degree in print journalism from Boston University, and a bachelor's degree in speech communication from Syracuse University. I've been a journalist for more than eight years, working as a reporter or editor for newspapers and magazines. I was Lexington Patch editor from May 2010 to April 2011, and am now an associate regional editor. 

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Ticks: It's Time to Check People, Pets

Tick season has arrived and it's wise to look for ticks on yourself, your children and pets after being outdoors. Spotting ticks promptly is key to avoiding Lyme and other diseases they may carry, experts say.

Ticks: It's Time to Check People, Pets