Email Grahame.Turner@patch.com Phone 617-817-5794 Hometown Acton, Mass. Birthplace Ascot, United Kingdom Birthday Oct. 29, 1984 Bio: I came to Boston initially to attend Northeastern University as an Engineering student, before realizing Math was not my strong suit. I graduated with a degree in English, class of 2008. I worked as a technical writer, and then began a freelancer writing career in 2009, which soon lead me to Patch, which was my first adventure in Journalism.
On the side, I am a creative writer interested in short stories--I'd eventually like to write a novel. I spend too much time on the internet, and am fascinated by the sense of community that builds up around social networking.
I grew up in Acton, Mass, fell in love with the Boston area during college, and now live in Jamaica Plain, Mass.
My Beliefs
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Politics
I am registered independent, but tend to lean toward Democratic ideas. I believe that good ideas have no political leaning, and that the Nation's greatest resource is its people.
Religion
When asked, I describe myself as "agnostic, leaning toward atheism." I was raised in a Christian church, and can still both believe in and respect the community of believers in any religious group.
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"The Voice" finalist starts off the seventh inning with 'God Bless America.'
In the South Sectional Semifinal, Needham battles Notre Dame Academy
The following reports were provided by the Needham Police Department. Charges where mentioned do not indicate a conviction.
Five things you need to know for Needham and Wellesley on June 6, 2013.
Five things you need to know for Needham and Wellesley on June 6, 2013.
The map shows where and when sales are to occur, and by clicking on the "Details" link you can find out what's being offered.
The map shows where and when sales are to occur, and by clicking on the "Details" link you can find out what's being offered.
Chief writes open letter to extend heartfelt condolences to the family of 10-year-old Alexander Glennon, and to provide more information on the status of Morses Pond.
Boys volleyball takes on the sixth-seeded Greater New Bedford over the weekend, in the South Sectional Semifinals.
Five things you need to know today for Needham and Wellesley on June 5, 2013.
Five things you need to know today for Needham and Wellesley on June 5, 2013.
The Needham Conservation Committee has a vacancy, no specific experience is required.
We've started the list, but now we're calling on agents and home sellers to post your sales here.
We've started the list, but now we're calling on agents and home sellers to post your sales here.
The Board of Selectmen discussed a search committee to replace Town Counsel Al Robinson, who is departing next year.
Wellesley Selectmen discuss the future of bike safety in town, plans which may include a bike safety committee.
The Rockets-Rams game decided the quarterfinals of the D1 South Sectional Tournament.
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