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Steve Carell visited Massachusetts with his family this month to spend time at the Marshfield Hills General Store that he bought in 2008. Almost 10% of the 357 Bay State school districts have incomplete anti-bullying plans. Remember to follow Bostonist on Twitter and like us on Facebook. more ›

James "Whitey" Bulger's capture has spawned a t-shirt industry of Bulger-based phrases like "Free Whitey." The Santa Monica apartment where James "Whitey" Bulger was arrested has become a desired rental property. Remember to follow Bostonist on Twitter and like us on Facebook. more ›

Get used to seeing Obamas and Joe Biden visiting Massachusetts for fundraising junkets with wealthy Democrats in preparation for the 2012 election. On Thursday, first lady Michelle Obama comes to the Hub, and Vermont, looking for campaign cash for President Obama. She visits the Chestnut Hill home of Democrats Elaine and Gerald Schuster for a lunch to benefit the Democratic National Committee. In Vermont, Mrs. Obama will visit with the Vermont National Guard and their families. President Obama visited Boston in March and May. His May trip included a visit with Jack Connors for a fundraiser. Vice President Joe Biden also visited Massachusetts in March. more ›

The U.S. Department of Labor reports 45,000 Bay State workers earned the minimum wage, $7.25, or less. The latest air traffic controller screw-up: A plane carrying First lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden had a close call with a military cargo jet. Remember to follow Bostonist on Twitter and like us on Facebook. more ›

Chuck Turners big day and Tom Brady's hair. Remember to follow Bostonist on Twitter and like us on Facebook. more ›

  • Local weathermen acknowledged there wasn't a snow emergency after all. [Boston Herald]
  • And the City of Boston is really sorry about ticketing or towing you yesterday. [Boston Channel]
  • Maybe ducks aren't welcome in Cambridge, but Waltham may allow poultry as pets. [Daily News Tribune]
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    Could the Bay State be turning into a mecca for people focused on fashion? Probably not. However, Massachusetts is getting some fashion buzz this week. The Herald reported today that Michelle Obama shops at Hingham-based Talbots. She wore three Talbots dresses at three recent official events. This has caused quite a bit of interest in the specific items Obama wore. Image the chaos that would unfold in the 02043 if people couldn't get the Obamapparel. That may be why the Hingham Police recently purchased a small arsenal of M4 semiautomatic rifles. more ›

    Senator Kennedy defied reports that he would not speak at the DNC last night, almost upstaging Michelle Obama with his calls to action and achievement. Below are some excerpts from his speech. more ›

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