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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Dave Parker at first refuses to apologize to Seekonk Executive Assistant Anne Rogers for alleged slander because he says he did not slander. He later offers the apology.
The arrests were made after police responded to a report about a loud party on Mechanic Street in Attleboro.
A season ticket holder since the inaugural 1996 season, Edward Smith serves as honorary team captain for the match against Kansas City.
Students from Attleboro and Seekonk are on the school's fourth quarter honor roll.
Seven arrests are reported for July 31 and Aug. 1
Attleboro's state representatives say Deval Patrick "has dealt a severe blow to a city that wants nothing more than to regain its economic edge."
A barking dog alerts a witness to the alleged crimes.
Thousands enjoy monster trucks and racing at Seekonk Speedway.
We compile the odd, unusual and 'oh my gosh' police items from throughout the region.
Seven arrests are reported for the period covering July 27-29.
There are two official candidates in the contest for one seat on the Seekonk Board of Selectmen.
Members of the Youth Commission paint the walls of the senior center.
The money will be used to clean up two former industrial sites that are expected to be replaced with development intended to revitalize downtown Attleboro.
Nine arrests are reported for the period covering July 23-26.
School district parent Jennifer Crowder says she will pursue further legal action against the school committee member.
Chair Judy Robbins says the ARA will be discussing a possible settlement during the appeal period.
The Taunton school district fires Seekonk resident Patrick Doyle. He is facing a trial on various sex charges, including aggravated statutory rape.
The school committee member who faces a residency hearing tonight calls the challenge against him "a transparent attempt to undo a decision rendered by the voters of Attleboro."
Sturdy Memorial Hospital offers skin cancer prevention tips.
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