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In 2018, my family and I embarked on an exciting journey to upgrade our living space, driven by the expansion of our family. This experience ignited a newfound passion for real estate within me. My background spans entrepreneurship, international marketing, law consulting, and personal property management, all of which contribute to my dedication to delivering top-notch real estate services. I also take great pride in giving back to the community. Annually, I organize "Thankful for You" Pumpkin Pie Event to benefit the Attleboro Angels, rallying donations from the Attleboro Community and neighboring towns like North Attleboro, Plainville, Mansfield, Norton, Providence, Cumberland, etc. Additionally, I enjoy networking to connect businesses and foster relationships within the local community. As a full-time REALTOR®, I hold a Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR®) certification and Accredited Buyer's Representative (ABR®) Designation. I'm an active member of the Massachusetts Association of Realtors (MAR) and Northeast Association of Realtors (NEAR). Currently, I serve on the board for Networking Group USA, North Attleboro Chapter. My mission is crystal clear—to provide exceptional customer service and navigate the ever-changing market using effective negotiation skills to support buyers and sellers through any market changes. Buyers can rely on me to negotiate the evolving commission landscape and uphold loyalty and fiduciary duties in protecting their interests. Sellers benefit from my marketing expertise and market knowledge to prepare and promote their homes effectively, ensuring the best possible outcome from the sale. I am driven by an innate desire to connect with others and find satisfaction in helping clients achieve their home goals. Whether you're buying, selling, or searching for the perfect business location, I am here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring a seamless and successful real estate journey.

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ATTLEBORO, MA — Attleboro police are asking the public's help identifying the owner of a pickup truck who committed an "egregious" act of illegal dumping on city property. Anyone recognizes the white truck pictured is asked to contact Attleboro police at 508-222-1212.(Sign up for free daily newsletters and breaking news alerts from <a href="https://patch.com/massachusetts/attleboro/subscribe" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Attleboro Patch</a>.)"Illegal dumping is a drain on city resources, and is harmful to the environment," police said in a statement. "It is also a crime." The truck in question is a white Chevrolet with black stripes and a "Chevy" decal on the back window. It had a Massachusetts license plate, police said. <figure><img data-image="119085-1497909336" data-src="https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/119085/20170619/055535/styles/raw/public/article_images/1497909335-1497909335-2787.jpg" data-sizes="(min-width: 780px) 726px, 100vw" data-srcset="https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/119085/20170619/055535/styles/raw/public/article_images/1497909335-1497909335-2787.jpg?width=640 640w, https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/119085/20170619/055535/styles/raw/public/article_images/1497909335-1497909335-2787.jpg?width=726 726w" /></figure>Photo credits: Attleboro Police Department

ATTLEBORO, MA — Attleboro police are asking the public's help identifying the owner of a pickup truck who committed an "egregious" act of illegal dumping on city property. Anyone recognizes the white truck pictured is asked to contact Attleboro police at 508-222-1212.

(Sign up for free daily newsletters and breaking news alerts from <a href="https://patch.com/massachusetts/attleboro/subscribe" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Attleboro Patch</a>.)"Illegal dumping is a drain on city resources, and is harmful to the environment," police said in a statement. "It is also a crime."

The truck in question is a white Chevrolet with black stripes and a "Chevy" decal on the back window. It had a Massachusetts license plate, police said. <figure><img data-image="119085-1497909336" data-src="https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/119085/20170619/055535/styles/raw/public/article_images/1497909335-1497909335-2787.jpg" data-sizes="(min-width: 780px) 726px, 100vw" data-srcset="https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/119085/20170619/055535/styles/raw/public/article_images/1497909335-1497909335-2787.jpg?width=640 640w, https://patch.com/img/cdn20/users/119085/20170619/055535/styles/raw/public/article_images/1497909335-1497909335-2787.jpg?width=726 726w" /></figure>Photo credits: Attleboro Police Department

Attleboro Police Ask Public's Help In Illegal Dump

Attleboro police said anyone who recognizes this truck should contact them at 508-222-1212.

Attleboro Police Ask Public's Help In Illegal Dumping

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Rhode Island

Central Falls

Boston Metropolitan Area

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Lincoln

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East Providence

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Pauli's

Thirteen years ago, on what should have been just another quiet Fourth of July weekend, a small family-run sandwich shop in Boston’s North End made a decision that would change its future forever. Without a big advertising budget. Without a marketing department. Without knowing whether anyone would even care. The Barker family built a lobster roll so ridiculously oversized that it made people stop, laugh, argue and, most importantly, pay attention. They called it the USS Lobstitution. What happened next became part of Boston food lore.
The first story appeared in the neighborhood newspaper (North End Patch). The idea was celebrated by some and criticized by others. A rival restaurant questioned the audacity of using so much of New England’s most treasured ingredient for what many dismissed as a publicity stunt. But the debate only fueled the story. One television station became several. Food writers took notice. National media soon followed. Before long, the little sandwich shop tucked into Boston’s North End had become one of America’s most recognizable destinations for lobster rolls.
That one outrageous idea transformed Pauli’s.
Over the next thirteen years, the family-owned restaurant became a fixture on national television, including shows like the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and Good Morning America, while earning coverage from countless local, national and international news outlets. More importantly, it established an identity that still defines the restaurant today: if customers loved something, Pauli’s wasn’t afraid to dream a little bigger.
As imitators emerged over the years, the family never stopped innovating. The original USS Lobstitution eventually gave way to the six-foot, 15-pound Lobzilla, once again capturing headlines and reminding people where the oversized lobster roll phenomenon began.
Today, thirteen years after the sandwich that changed everything, the Barker family returned to where the story started. Standing proudly in front of the USS Constitution, the historic ship that inspired its name, family members and employees gathered to unveil the USS Lobstitution 2.0. A new 15-foot long lobster roll overflowing with approximately 20 pounds of fresh lobster meat, it is the biggest lobster roll Pauli’s has ever created.
But for the Barker family, the sandwich represents far more than size. It represents the belief that a small family business with a bold idea can compete with anyone. It represents every early morning, every late night, every risk taken and every obstacle overcome over the past thirteen years. And perhaps most importantly, it is a reminder that originality cannot be manufactured.
“As we’ve watched restaurants unveil their own giant lobster rolls over the years, we’ve never been upset,”
said Paul Barker, owner of Pauli’s. “If anything, we’ve been proud. It told us that one crazy idea from a little family business in Boston made people think differently. But every once in a while it’s important to remind people where that idea began.”
He continued, “We didn’t have investors. We didn’t have a giant marketing budget. We just believed that if we were willing to work harder, think bigger and have a little fun, people might notice. Thirteen years later, we’re still here, and we’re still dreaming bigger.”
While the USS Lobstitution 2.0 is available for large private parties, corporate gatherings and special events ($1,999.99 USD) Serves 80-100, the Barker family says the biggest sandwich they’ve ever built isn’t just about making headlines.
Throughout the remainder of 2026, as Boston celebrates its 250th anniversary, Pauli’s will donate several USS Lobstitution 2.0 sandwiches to military service members, veterans and first responders as a way of thanking the people who dedicate their lives to serving others.
“It felt right,” Barker said. “The original USS Lobstitution was inspired by one of America’s greatest symbols, the USS Constitution. As we celebrate this country’s 250th birthday, we wanted this anniversary to stand for something bigger than us.”
Thirteen years ago, the USS Lobstitution introduced America to a family business that refused to think small.
Today, the Barker family isn’t simply unveiling an even bigger lobster roll. They’re celebrating the idea that imagination will always outlast imitation, that passion can still outperform marketing budgets, and that sometimes the biggest stories begin in the smallest kitchens. Pauli’s is the 2026 Best of Boston winner for Best Gigantic Lobster Roll presented by Boston magazine and is ensuring they honor that title. 
For more information please visit: <a href="https://paulisnorthend.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://paulisnorthend.com/</a>

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