As man works on car, suspects with gun steal it: Cleveland Heights police blotter

Dear Annie: How do I set boundaries with my chronically anxious mother?

I wonder if she is just looking for attention, and then I immediately scold myself for not being empathetic enough.

Dear Abby: Plug-in fragrances impacting family gatherings

It gives all of us headaches. We have to come home and shower and wash our clothes to get the scent off us.

Dear Abby: Fiance tells widow no pictures of late husband in their home

He said he shouldn’t have to walk into his own home and look at pictures of a man who once “had” me.

Asking Eric: My partner has abused me both physically and emotionally

In today's Asking Eric column, R. Eric Thomas responds to someone who has been abused in their relationship and is seeking advice about how to attract better partners.

Worcester parents to demand money for books rather than iPads in schools

A petition signed by nearly 500 parents, caregivers, students and educators will be presented to Worcester's school committee.