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Arrest made in teen's rape

Police said Nathan Williams faces charges of raping a 15-year-old girl after she got off a school bus in Framingham last week. (12:28 p.m.)

Patrick hopes for tax hike agreement

The governor said he hopes to find a middle ground between the $1.9 billion tax hike he has proposed and the $500 million hike House lawmakers passed. (12:01 p.m.)
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Faceoff: 'Dream On' vs. 'Roadrunner'?

Faceoff: 'Dream On' vs. 'Roadrunner'?
What's your pick for the official state rock song: the classic from Aerosmith (top right), or the more state-centric tune from the Modern Lovers?

It's a beaut! Temps may hit mid-70s

Today's balmy temperatures and partly sunny skies will come with highs topping 70 in the Boston metro area, the National Weather Service said. (10:33 a.m.)
Arroyo throws hat in ring

Arroyo throws hat in ring

City Councilor Felix Arroyo announced he's running to become Boston's next mayor. (11:13 a.m.)

Man charged with assaulting bus driver

The MBTA said a man was arrested for allegedly punching and spitting at a driver in Malden. (12:36 p.m.)
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Not-your-average show ponies

Spend some of your time in Bradenton, Fla., horsing around with the Lipizzan stallions -- a rare breed of Austrian horses.

Cape woman's charity fraud trial starts

Gina Clark is charged with stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from a charity she founded to help families struck by tragedy. (8:05 a.m.)

Taller buildings coming to Kendall Square

City Councilors approved new zoning laws to drastically increase the size of future buildings.

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License plate-reading
devices fuel privacy debate

The technology helps police better respond to crimes and violations, but the lack of regulations is raising privacy concerns.
Opinion | Dan Shaughnessy

Red Sox fans always come back

It is part of the double helix of growing up in Boston. Sox fans are always ready for the next good thing.

Markey mastered House ways

With his pathway toward more power in the US House uncertain, Edward Markey is trying to make an unprecedented transition to a seat in the Senate.
Opinion | Christopher L. Gasper

Red Sox aces off to a strong start

Clay Buchholz matched Jon Lester’s seven shutout innings on Sunday against Toronto with seven shutout innings of his own in a 3-1 win over the Orioles.

Health law decision disappoints

Mass. business leaders say they are disappointed with a federal decision to allow the state to phase in parts of the national health care law over three years.
Opinion | Paul McMorrow

Letting the MBTA crumble

Why invest so much in building Boston, and then underfund transportation?
Frame by Frame | Sebastian Smee

Eight isn’t enough in ‘Octopus’

A miniature Japanese sculpture at the Yale University Art Gallery is a marvel of carving and humor.

Health & Wellness

Is a marathon good for you?

Is a marathon good for you?

Here in Boston, about 10,000 people registered for the Boston Marathon in 1992; last year that number more than doubled to nearly 22,000 participants: But is it a good idea to run it?

Business

Retail chains under pressure

Retail chains under pressure

Here is a look at some of the big names in retail who are facing major challenges that, in some cases, threaten their overall survival.
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Does your pet have an unusual feature?

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Show us pictures of your marathon moms

Show us pictures of your marathon moms

Lifestyle

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Greens and grains for dinner

With spring weather finally arriving in Boston, we find ourselves craving these crisp, cool, protein-packed salads.
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Travel

More than just the marathon

More than just the marathon

A new statue dedicated to "Team Hoyt" is the latest attraction along the route of the Boston Marathon. Here’s a roundup of some of the things to see and do along the way.

Community

Q&A: Brian Donnelly's rescue pet is ready for show biz

Q&A;: Brian Donnelly's rescue pet is ready for show biz

Boston comedian Brian Donnelly's rescue dog, BT, will soon join him on his new Web series "StepFriendz."
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Contest: Name the Globe Lab Drone

Contest: Name the Globe Lab Drone

We're bringing our new tool to Coachella. Help us introduce the Globe Lab drone to some rock stars by giving it a real name. Submit your ideas.

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Child Caring
Is he a troubled boy?

Is he a troubled boy?

One mom is struggling with her child's lying about how he acquired bruises and things happening at school. Author Barbara Meltz offers feedback.

REAL ESTATE

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Ivy-shrouded Federal a nod to Salem?s history

Ivy-shrouded Federal a nod to Salem’s history

This home is in the history books for Salem, with its design attributed to 19th-century architect Samuel McIntire.
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Taking the plunge from contract to perm

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