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30 years later, convicted rapist faces sentencing

Gary Alan Irving, who was convicted of raping three women in Massachusetts, faces sentencing more than three decades after he fled the state and began living a secret life in Maine.

Brady: Welker never part of contract deal

On WEEI, the Patriots QB dispelled the notion that when he renegotiated his contract, he did so with the provision that the team re-sign Wes Welker.

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Cameron: Soldier's murder likely terrorism

British Prime Minister David Cameron said there are strong indications the killing of a soldier in London was an act of terrorism.

Red Sox 6, White Sox 2

Buchholz still unbeaten; Sox avoid Chicago sweep

Buchholz in tune once again | Watch Buccholz, Farrell on the win
Box score | Kaufman Strange to see Tito in visitor's dugout | More

Your guide to firing up the grill this weekend

The best recreation in Eastern Massachusetts

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Sports

Bruins at Rangers > 7 p.m. (CNBC)

B's look to finish Rangers tonight

If the Bruins start firing on all cylinders, the Rangers will have little hope of forcing a Game 5.

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Throw the perfect 'Arrested Development' viewing party

You're going to want to make sure you have plenty of juice on hand for your all-night "Arrested Development" viewing party this weekend.

Oldest (80) to climb Mount Everest

80-year-old Japanese mountaineer Yuichiro Miura reached the summit at 9:05 a.m. local time Thursday.

Kitty co-pilot assists biker

Rudi Saldia often buzzes around Philadelphia with his cat Mary Jane perched on his shoulder. Their adventures have turned heads on the street and garnered big hits online.

REAL ESTATE

Area open houses this weekend

There are a lot of houses on showcase within 30 miles of Boston under the $500,000 mark.

REAL ESTATE Homes for sale, rent and open houses

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Tim Murray to resign, take Worcester job

Lieutenant Governor Murray has accepted a private-sector post with a Worcester business group.

Discuss | Watch Murray bows out | Pictures His career

Pedestrian struck, killed in Wareham

Police say a woman was hit by a Jeep while trying to cross Cranberry Highway.

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Mass. tries to retain $250 million for hospitals

The “Bay State boondoggle” is at risk as Congress considers a bill that would end extra payments for Massachusetts hospitals.

Opinion | Yvonne Abraham

Longevity a liability for Ed Markey?

We like electricity and fresh faces: Deval Patrick, Scott Brown, Elizabeth Warren. It’s hard when you’ve been around as long as Markey.

Opinion | Dan Shaughnessy

New York is no Hockeytown

The Rangers have fans and sellouts and Original Six tradition — but there is no buzz in the city around them.

Opinion | Joan Vennochi

Murray’s ambition meets reality

Timothy Murray’s sights may have been set on the governor’s office, but his plans were derailed by apparent missteps.

Health & Wellness

MD Mama

Ways to give your child a safer diet

It's nearly impossible to avoid all toxins these days--they are truly everywhere. But here are 8 things parents can do to at least make their child's diet safer.

'Fat-burning zone' on cardio machines accurate? | Life of a modern resident | Worry about arteries, not anger

News

Senator: Assaults let military culture continue

Democrat Kirsten Gillibrand said sexual assault should be reported outside the chain of command, directly to a military prosecutor, and victims need to know justice is possible.

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- Nation 1 child dead, 1 missing in Minn. park landslide

Business & Money

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Your smartphone, maximized

To make the best of the memory you’ve got, start by deleting any apps you don’t really need. Also, clear the cache.

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Arts & Entertainment

Television Review

Heche as a prophet -- an annoying one -- in 'Save Me'

Anne Heche as a prophet — there’s an elevator pitch. There’s nothing funny or fresh about “Save Me,” which NBC is burning off over the next few weeks.

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- Dining Out Roasts and revelry at Tavern Road

Lifestyle

Get fired up!: Our grill guide

These recipe ideas, advice, and menus add a little spice to your Memorial Day weekend behind the grill.

Blissfully Inspired Wedding do or don't?: Including your furry friend | 10 beautifully blossoming spring centerpieces

Travel

Here's the scoop: The best spots to get ice cream in New England

While a recent survey didn't include any ice cream makers in New England among the world's best, we, of course, feel differently. Here are the top spots in the region to grab a cone.

Your Campus

Scenes from Massachusetts college commencements

Thousands of students receive diplomas from Massachusetts colleges during the month of May. See graduation scenes from local schools.

2013 Commencement Guide | Keynote speakers

Study: 1 in 2 Boston college grads expected to leave city | edX adds Berklee, BU to online class initiative

THE HIVE | LOCAL INNOVATION NEWS

NASA bets 3D-printed food can make you eat bugs

NASA is betting the 3D tech now printing custom plastic tschotske could be turned towards building burritos, pizza, and other delicious meals from unexpected sources.

Boston’s Spark Capital wins big in Tumblr deal | Bedford’s SoundBite acquired in $100m deal

Community

The 24-Hour Workday

When the 'other woman' is mom

This week, research from the University of Wisconsin confirms what generations of sitcom writers have long exploited -- mothers worry more when their sons marry than when their daughters marry.

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