SouthCoastToday.com - Mon Nov 23

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Boston Globe - Mon Nov 23

A Georgia company that franchises high-end privately operated preschools plans to open its first Massachusetts location within 12 months.

Boston Globe - Mon Nov 23

The 12-year-old Littleton girl posted an Internet plea two months ago for help in running away from home, authorities said, and a 32-year-old Virginia man responded.