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New Dorp street now named for Purple Heart recipient and renowned community leader who everyone knew as ‘The Plateman’
The street renaming honors the legacy of Scott Spina, a tireless local leader and a Purple Heart recipient, who advocated for charitable causes before he passed away in November 2024 at age 76.
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2mPittsburgh Steelers sign former Pa. high school star wide receiver
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed former WPIAL star Levi Wentz.
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5mRFK Jr. visits Michigan, unveils $700M for homeless, addiction treatment programs
The funding will be divided among several programs, including Safety Through Recovery, Engagement, and Evidence-based Treatment and Support (STREETS); mental health support programs, housing and an expansion of opportunities for faith-based organizations to qualify for the federal funding.
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1mSee our photo intern’s best high school sports photos from 2026
From the lacrosse field to the rink and court, MassLive High School Sports department intern Emma Bynes captured important moments across the state in 2026.
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4m‘We’re scared to go to work,’ says victim of stalker who pleaded guilty in Pa.
California man expected to be placed on probation when sentenced in Snyder County.
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2mBroadway in Portland threw an epic ’80s-themed street party complete with time machines and Marty McFly lookalikes
"Back to the Future: The Musical" closes out the season with opening night festivities including two DeLoreans, costume contests and a celebration of the 1985 film's legacy.