Born and raised in Southern California, Kaitlyn got her start in journalism writing for her hometown newspaper, The Redlands Daily Facts. Kaitlyn came to the East Coast to attend Brown University and fell in love with the energy and camaraderie of New England. While at Brown, she played on the varsity softball team and covered sports for The Brown Daily Herald. Following her passion for the social and political issues surrounding American cities, Kaitlyn graduated in 2009 with a degree in American Studies. While in Providence, Kaitlyn found her niche at WBRU-FM, working as a news and sports anchor. She delved into the local political scene, reporting on the Rhode Island budget battle, foreclosure crisis and the juvenile justice system. Kaitlyn served as WBRU's News Director in 2008, when she spearheaded the station's coverage of the 2008 Election and reported from the 2008 Democratic National Convention and the 2009 Presidential Inauguration. Kaitlyn's reporting has garnered numerous Associated Press honors, including the awards for Best Use of Sound, Best Sports Feature and News Station of the Year. When she is not out chasing stories, Kaitlyn enjoys playing sports, singing, dancing and travelling.
Retired teacher and former teachers union president Bill Hayner says he will use his classroom experience and legal background to "make credibility grow back in the community."
Facing budget cuts and an increasing budget deficit, Jim Dolan says it's time to bring an economist to the School Committee's table.
Your need to know info for Monday, March 21.
A video round-up of the major stories this week in Dedham.
An excerpt from the Dedham Police Department logs for March 16 and 17.
A video round-up of the area's latest developments for Friday, March 18.
The countdown to spring is on and Dedham's own high school musical opens this weekend.
The Olde Irish Alehouse was bursting with Irish pride for Saint Patrick's Day.
Check out open houses happening around town this weekend.
Open houses happening in Burlington this weekend.
Check out open houses happening this weekend in Woburn.
A record of properties sold in Woburn and surrounding communities from March 9-16.
A record of properties sold in Burlington and surrounding communities from March 9-16.
A video roundup of the area's latest developments for Wednesday, March 16.
As the police department grapples with staff cuts, the town will rely on residents and business owners to take vandalism—and its consequences—into their own hands.
Lifelong Arlingtonian and two-term School Committee member Joe Curran pledges "transparency, accountability and integrity" to the Board of Selectman.
Maria Romano says she will use her entrepreneurial drive to create a "united vision" at Town Hall.
Selectman Annie LaCourt says she aims to use her technological expertise to connect residents and town government and her business skills to help Arlington “bare down” on the budget.
Assistant Town Clerk Stephanie Lucarelli looks to use her 17 years of on-the-job training experience to enhance the Town Clerk’s office.
Family-friendly events happening in and around Burlington this week.
