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Edwin F. Harrington, Jr., of Maine, allegedly left his dog in a hot car at the Xfinity Center for nearly four hours, police said.
The fair will be held at 219 Patriot Place on Tue., July 15 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
State Police said the heaviest traffic was on Interstate 495 near Exits 11 and 12.
Jennifer Spruill, 24, of Mansfield, faces several charges.
Hodges' commencement address last month had many similarities to one delivered by U.S. Navy Admiral William McRaven in May.
Brenda Hodges was accused of stealing material for her speech during June's graduation ceremony.
Peter Campobasso, 31, of Medford, was due in court Tuesday on charges he tried to give cash to a 12-year-old Mansfield girl in exchange for nude photos.
The money was part of a $14 million in grants recently announced by Gov. Deval Patrick.
Grab your lawn chairs and blankets and head to the NRG Plaza at Patriot Place every Wednesday, beginning July 9, to catch a free family-friendly movie outdoors in the shadow of Gillette Stadium.
The victim was found in a swimming pool at 79 Colonial Dr.
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Ryan Clark, 37, of 2 Linden St., Mansfield, was charged with breaking and entering and larceny over $250.
Free fireworks show at Patriot Place has been canceled due to weather and to ensure safety of guests.
James Timilty was inspired by the success of the New Hampshire Motor Speedway and filed legislation that would explore the possibility of bringing NASCAR to the Bay State.