Monday, September 10, 2012
Sites mock parents who share "too much" information about their kids on Facebook. What do you think?
It's super exciting that your little toddler piddled in the potty for the first time and you want to share photographic evidence of the moment with all of your friends on Facebook. Well, you might want to reconsider before you hit the "share" button. There are a slew of websites these days dedicated to informing over-sharing parents that their childless friends are over reading about their kid's crap, literally. Take for instance, the blog ST*U, Parents, a submission-based "public service" blog that pokes fun at parents whose Facebook statuses have been hijacked with inane updates about their children. The author of the site, known simply as "B," created the blog in 2009 in response to annoying parental over-share posts that popped up in …
Sunday, September 9, 2012
Roasted tomatoes are a delicious addition to most any meal. Make a bunch now and eat well through the winter.
"A world without tomatoes is like a string quartet without violins." - Laurie Colwin I would like to take a moment to talk about tomatoes. Fresh, ripe, delicious tomatoes. Whether they are from your garden, the grocery store or the farmer's market, now is the perfect time to enjoy that fruit-in-veggie's clothing. Our overflow of summer squash has finally ended and now we are in the midst of a tomato deluge; a glorious tomato deluge. I mean, there is nothing quite like a fresh tomato from the garden. The cherry and Roma tomatoes are the two we are getting a lot of and my favorite thing to do with them is to roast them at a low temperature for a few hours. Sweet roasted tomatoes straight from the oven don't last long in my house so I tend to…
Friday, September 7, 2012
Dr. Helen Carter is no longer accepting patients who weigh over 200 pounds or have a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 30. What do you think about her new rule?
Should doctors be able to institute weight limits for patients as a way of avoiding injuries, or is this discrimination against people who may need help? The question stems from Dr. Helen Carter, a Worcester-based doctor is no longer accepting new patients who are obese, according to WBUR—specifically, patients who weigh over 200 pounds or have a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 30. Carter told WBUR that her new policy is "self-preservation," instituted because another doctor in her practice had been seriously injured pulling out the exam table foot rest for a patient who weighed 280 pounds. The policy isn't discriminatory, Carter told WBUR, because patients have access to other doctors in the area, including some facilities that cater to …
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Should the state intervene when drivers reach a certain age?
While the cause of yesterday's crash into a backyard pool by an elderly driver is not yet clear, some readers on our Facebook page wondered if the incident meant the commonwealth should impose further restrictions on elderly drivers. "So, all in favor of pulling driver's licenses at, say... 78? Seem fair?" reader Nick Wright wrote. "If we can force you to be 16, we should be able to have that same pull at the other end." "It happens all the time in (Florida)," reader Linda Paris Bromfield added. While this and other nationally publicized accidents raise public concerns about senior drivers, AAA says it is a myth that seniors are among the nation’s most dangerous. Instead, AAA's Jake Nelson said just the opposite is true. “Recent data …
Friday, August 31, 2012
Let us know your thoughts on presenting government-issued ID when voting for the general election in 2012.
Voters in southern Massachusetts will vote on a non-binding ballot question this fall on a hotly debated topic: Whether a government issued ID should be shown before someone is allowed to vote. Mansfield Board of Selectmen Vice Chairman Olivier Kozlowski made strides recently in establishing the ballot question in some of Bristol County's districts. The initiative will be on the district ballots in the first, fourth and sixth Bristol districts as a non-binding vote to show support for voter identification. Support for such a requirement, Kozlowski said, is designed to help minimize voter fraud. Kozlowski worked with Peter Sacks at the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office to work on the language of the bill. The ultimate approval, even …
Friday, August 24, 2012
A new law signed by Gov. Deval Patrick would prevent cities and towns from instituting breed specific dog rules.
Is it common sense to allow cities and towns to pass rules specific to certain dog breeds, such as pit bulls, in the name of public safety? Or do they unfairly target certain dogs? Last week, Gov. Deval Patrick signed an animal rights bill that takes effect Nov. 1 and includes a stipulation prohibiting cities and towns from creating breed specific rules at the local level. The move has angered some Boston officials, the Boston Herald reports, as the new state law would negate the city's "Responsible Pit Bull Ownership" ordinance that, among other rules, requires pit bull owners to keep their dogs muzzled when off the owner's private property. Boston adopted the ordinance in 2004 after several pit bull attacks in the city captured officials…
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Can you help her out?
The following text and photo are courtesy of the Animal Rescue League of Boston: Tammy is a gorgeous 1-year-old spayed female pit bull mix. She was transferred to the Animal Rescue League from another organization. She is a loving and affectionate girl that is looking to find a family to call her own. She goes out and plays with the other dogs here at the shelter. Her favorite past times include playing ball and spending time with her human friends. If you're looking for a new best friend then come and visit Tammy today! For more information on Tammy or any of the other animals currently residing at the Animal Rescue League of Boston, please contact us at 617-226-5602. The Animal Rescue League of Boston is open Tuesday through Thursday 1- …
Monday, August 13, 2012
Nearly a million Massachusetts residents were without power after Hurricane Irene - some, for day. Are the fines imposed against National Grid sufficient?
As we near the one-year anniversary of Tropical Storm Irene, which left many Malden residents (and nearly a million total Massachusetts residents) without power for days, Massachusetts Attorney General Martha Coakley is proving that she hasn't forgotten what she calls an "inadequate response" to both the tropical storm and an October snowstorm last year. Coakely is recommending a $16 million fine against the company – the largest penalty ever recommended against a utility in Massachusetts, according to a statement from her office released Thursday. The penalties, if passed would not affect National Grid customers and would have to be borne on shareholders. The AG’s Office made the recommendation in a brief filed Wednesday with the …
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Can you help him out?
Text and photo courtesy of the Animal Rescue League of Boston: Tucker is a very sweet and affectionate 4 year-old neutered male tricolor treeing walker hound mix that was transferred to the Animal Rescue League of Boston from another shelter. Tucker would do best in a single family home, for he likes to show his admiration for the people he loves with a loud enthusiastic bark. Though he does well with other dogs, he prefers the company of quiet dogs and even more so of human companionship. Tucker can be fearful of new situations and would do best in a home with older children. He truly is a great dog looking for a family to share his enthusiasm for life, love, and following their nose. For more information on Tucker or any of the other …
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Malden Patch is more than just news - learn how you can use all of our tools!
Many think of Malden Patch as an “online newspaper" - but really, that's only a small part of the local services we bring to the city. From our free blogs to online business reviews to local Q&A's, there's probably at least one thing you didn't know you could do on Malden Patch in our list of thirteen below: 1. Post a Free Announcement Proud of something? Tell us who made the honor roll, or share school awards, social notes and thank you shout outs – heck, let us help you find your lost dog, if you're at your whit's end. Whatever you need to say to our readers, we welcome you to post an announcement. Just remember, our Terms of Use say announcements should be for personal use and not for advertising. 2. Comment on an Article At Patch…
Mike G.
5:18 pm on Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Raj, the irony of your comment here is astounding. ;) more ›