Sharon, Mass., June 7, 2014, –This morning on Billings Street there was an animal seen that is believed to be a bobcat. Please read below for some tips on how to best deal with this.
The picture above was taken by a Sharon resident in her backyard.
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Bobcat Was Pictured in Boston Suburb
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China Celebrates 70th Anniversary of D-Day
（CCTV news）June 6, 2014 was the 70th anniversary of the World War II invasion of Normandy, better known as D-Day. The event marked the beginning of the French liberation from Nazi Germany.
President Obama participated in a group photo of world leaders attending the D-Day 70th anniversary ceremonies at Château de Bénouville in Bénouville, France.
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Must See: Charming House in Newton Highland on Sale by Owner
A nice single family house in quiet area of Newton highland is on sale by owner before going onto market. It is about 2000SF plus 1000SF finished and walkout basement, 6000SF beautiful yard, walking distance to Contryside elementary school, couple mins drive to Brown middle school and NSHS, close to road 9, 95 and 90, with lots of upgrade recently. Ask for $600-700K.
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Speech by President Obama at 70th Anniversary of D-Day
Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial
Omaha Beach
Normandy, France11:16 A.M. CET
PRESIDENT OBAMA: President Hollande; to the people of France; friends; the family; our veterans:
If prayer were made of sound, the skies over England that night would have deafened the world.
Mr. Arthur Wong, a D-Day veteran, lives in Boston Chinatown (photo by David Li).
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The 50th Class of U.S. Presidential Scholars to Be Honored on June 22
Washington, D.C., –U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan announced the 50th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars, recognizing 141 high school seniors for their accomplishments in academics or the arts.
“The extraordinary young men and women being honored for the 50th anniversary of the Presidential Scholars have excelled in their educational, artistic and civic pursuits. They show all of us that when students challenge themselves and commit themselves to excellence, the results can be astounding. These scholars will help move our country forward and will have a lasting impact on their families, communities, and on our society. They represent the potential of all young citizens to lift up America.”
Houston’s Patrick Pan is a talented pianist and violinist, and will study at Harvard University this Fall (file photo).
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Chinese American Woman Sues Chicago Police
June 3, 2014, — In a July 2013 incident, Chinese American Jessica Klyzek suffered bruises on her face, wrist and arms when she struggled with two Chicago police officers in her store. Police were raiding the Copper Tan and Spa on North Milwaukee on suspicion of prostitution. But the manager Jessica Klyzek screamed and cursed at them that she had done nothing wrong. Her attorney Torreya Hamilton says one cop hit her in the head, and Ms. Klyzek has filed lawsuit against Chicago PD seeking unspecified damages.
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International Children’s Day Meets Supersized BBQ by CYPN
By Tong Chen, bostonese.com
Boston, June 2, 2014, — The first day of June is International Children’s Day, whereas in Watertown’s Arsenal Park, hundreds of young professionals were also celebrating the festival. The annual BBQ party hosted by Chinese Young Professionals Networking(CYPN) was successfully held on Sunday.
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Tufts University Receives Approval to Operate Tuberculosis Research Lab
Boston, June 3, 2014 — Tufts University has received a permit from the Boston Public Health Commission to operate the Arnold 8 Biosafety Laboratory, a new research laboratory that will focus on finding innovative ways to detect, prevent and treat tuberculosis. The 1,700-square-foot Biosafety Level 3 laboratory is located within Tufts School of Medicine’s existing Biomedical Research and Public Health Building at 136 Harrison Avenue.
Tufts University Biomedical Research and Public Health Building (file photo).
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Future Leaders Recongnized at NAAAP Boston Scholarship Gala 2014
Boston, May 23, 2014, — NAAAP Boston hosted the 25th Annual Future Leader Award Scholarship Gala at the Curry Student Center Ballroom at Northeastern University on May 12. The event was co-sponsored by the university’s Asian American Center.
Senator Sonia Chang-Diaz (left) and Boston City Councilor Michelle Wu present the scholarship (photos Courtesy of Justin Taylor and Mi Zhao).
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Eight Fun Events in June as Hong Kong Celebrates Massachusetts
Boston, June 2, 2013, –Hong Kong and Massachusetts have all along enjoyed very close ties. With the historic visit to Hong Kong by Deval Patrick, Governor of Massachusetts in December 2013, Massachusetts exported US$1.76 billion worth of goods to Hong Kong last year, representing a growth of close to 150% compared to 2012.Massachusetts companies have also established a long presence in Hong Kong – for instance, State Street, Liberty Mutual Insurance and Fidelity have all chosen Hong Kong as the location of their regional head offices. Universities in Massachusetts have strong links with Hong Kong too. Harvard University, MIT, Boston University and Tufts University, etc have all established a vibrant alumni community in Hong Kong over the years.