Born in Maryland and raised in South Florida, Jonathan Friedman dreamed of a career in broadcast journalism. He attended Ithaca College to pursue this dream. Following graduation in 2001, Friedman had a brief stint as a news reporter at KYCA-AM Radio in Prescott, AZ. It was at this time, he realized that print journalism was his calling.
Friedman then moved to Los Angeles, where he began his career in print journalism. He started working for Patch as the editor of Malibu Patch in 2010.
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Benedict XVI did a decent job filling the big shoes of John Paull II, Father Jon-Paul Gallant says. The next pope could have a rare advantage of being able to seek guidance from a former pope, Father Richard Wilson notes.
The ballot will include elections for the board of selectmen and school committee.
Here's a look at what's happening in Attleboro.
Attleboro Public Schools will be closed. The library and zoo will be open.
The closure is due to the recent snowstorm.
He asks that people stay off the roads so the city's cleanup crew can do its work.
The closure is due to the aftermath of the winter storm.
This dish wil warm up your winter.
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At least one person is sent to the hospital.
It is located at Hurley Middle School.
Full restoration is expected by 11 a.m,
Ten customers are without power as of 8:30 p.m.
More than 500 sandwiches, 10 gallons of soup and chips are ready for the snowplow drivers, emergency personnel and others involved in the city's effort during the snow storm.
It is staffed by police dispatchers, police officers and other city employees as well as a representative from National Grid. Power outages are expected in the city.
The Blizzard of '13 was a memorable experience for everybody. What was it like for you?
She was a teaching assistant with a passion for working with special-needs children.
The second-term Republican will be a ranking member on two committees.
The freshman legislator says he is pleased with his assignments.
Locals can take the test at a more convenient location, creating a benefit for area branches that will see reduced lines.
