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Do you rent in Havre de Grace? Landlords are upset about a potential change in legislation for rental properties. Credit Patch

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If you thought $350 million was an impressive lottery prize, how about $500 million? With no winner in the Powerball drawing on Wednesday, May 15, the jackpot has soared even higher. Credit Courtesy Powerball/used with permission

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Powerball Jackpot Soars to $550M for Saturday Drawing

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Festival Aims to Expose Different Side of Tibet

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Jim Boyd, 71, a member of the Massachusetts Broadcasters Hall of Fame, will graduate from college on May 19, 55 years after graduating from high school. Credit Alonso Nichols/Tufts University

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At 71, Veteran Boston Newscaster Will Graduate from College

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Yani Batteau performing at the Central Branch of the Somerville Public Library Credit James Fox

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This Weekend in Somerville: PorchFest, Doggie Spring Fling, ASSEMBLED and More

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13 Malvern #3. This condo near Davis Square has two porches and exclusive rooftop rights. It has two bedrooms, one bathroom and 906 square feet and is on the market for $399,000. Listing agent: Ellie Botshon, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage – Cambridge-Mass Ave. Open houses: Friday from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. and Sunday from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Credit Ellie Botshon, Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage – Cambridge

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Home of the Week: Condo Near Davis Square Has Two Porches, Roof Rights

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Caption provided by Tufts University: Alyson Moskowitz, A13, Rebecca Dibiase, A13, Emily Beinecke, A13, and Elizabeth Pinzino, A13, pose for a photo with Tufts University President Anthony P. Monaco and Trustee Varney Hintlian, A72, during the special softball team Commencement ceremony on Tuesday, May 14, 2013. The team is going to miss Commencement on the Medford/Somerville campus to compete in the NCAA Division III College World Series. Credit Alonso Nichols/Tufts University

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Five Things: Somerville High School Foundation Raffle, Tufts Softball Team Graduates

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Marlene Konkoly of Royal Oak has found creative ways to spend less and save more so she can retire at age 50. Credit Marlene Konkoly

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Retiring at 50: Could You Follow This Woman's Extreme Savings Plan?

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New Homeless Animal Prevention and Care Fund Raises $249,030

By Sara Doherty | Friday, May 17

Sen. Patricia Jehlen announced new Homeless Animal Prevention and Care fund raised $249,030 this tax season to help animals. Taxpayers give generously to help animals in Fund’s first year.
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Outdoor Home Investments Pay Off

By Kim Clark | Wednesday, May 15

Thinking about adding a living space outdoors? Read here to learn how to make the best of your investment.
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The next installment in our series "What is it like retiring" as told to the COA Lisa Heyison

By lisa heyison | Monday, May 13

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Abby Kennels' Mia Adopts A Platoon

By A.K. | Monday, May 13

Abby Kennels of Chelmsford (abbykennels.com) supports Adopt A Platoon! Follow us on Twitter @dogmankevin for more dog tips and stories.
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