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CBS News
21-06-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Consignment shop in Massachusetts gives children's clothes and toys a second life
A children's consignment shop in Holliston, Massachusetts is doing more than just selling nice clothing and toys, as they help others in need and give items a second life. "Secondhand doesn't have to mean that it looks secondhand, right, so that's the beauty of it," said Caitlin Shannon, owner of Fiddle and Find in Holliston. Shannon spent a decade as a nurse in pediatrics and labor and delivery. But a year ago, she left the career she loved to follow a different passion, taking a leap of faith and opening Fiddle and Find. Consignment shop for children's clothes and toys "I've dreamed of owning my own small business, sustainable business," said Shannon. "It's really important to be conscious of our clothing consumption and sustainability and remaining eco-friendly but it doesn't have to be what you initially think it is. Here we curate all the items, we want to sell like new clothing to people and also explain how it can be good for the environment and their wallet." If you want to sell a product, you make an appointment at the store. Shannon closely examines it and decides whether or not she wants to put it on her shelves. "Our biggest thing is just making sure there's no stains, no frays, no rips, no tears, the condition is like new and it's current," said Shannon. If your item sells, you receive a portion of the profit. If it doesn't, the product is donated to Project Just Because in Hopkinton, a nonprofit that provides basic necessities to families in need. "We're keeping clothes out of landfills" "That way, we're keeping clothes out of landfills, everything is getting upcycled," said Shannon. According to Smart Asset, Massachusetts is the most expensive state in the country to raise a child. For a lot of families, every dollar counts and shopping secondhand can help. "I think it's the future," said Shannon. "I think it's the smart way to go and you don't have to sacrifice anything." Fiddle and Find sells clothing from infant to young adult, along with bikes, books, toys and sports gear, including clothing for horseback riding and dance classes. Shannon said she's happy she took the chance on a new career that still connects her with kids and families every day. "It's been a whirlwind but also felt like this giant hug," said Shannon. "I think I am shocked about the outpouring of support from the community."
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Yahoo
Holliston MA man pleads not guilty to charge linked to fatal crash. What's next
A Holliston man pleaded not guilty on Tuesday, June 17, in Framingham District Court to charges he faces regarding a fatal crash last year. Paul Mangan, 73, was arraigned Tuesday on one count of motor vehicle homicide by negligence. Judge Mary Phillips released him without bail, but ordered him not to drive without a valid license. Mangan is charged in connection with a July 21, 2024, crash in Holliston that killed Andrew Palumbo, 62, of Ashland. In a press release at the time of the crash, Holliston Police said Palumbo was riding a motorcycle when he was struck by a car at 7:48 p.m. at the intersection of Mill and Prentice streets. Earlier: Holliston man charged in connection with crash that killed motorcyclist The driver, who was later identified as Mangan, remained at the scene. Mangan was summoned to court after an investigation by the Holliston Police, Massachusetts State Police and the Middlesex District Attorney's Office. He is due back in court on Aug. 7 for a pretrial conference. Norman Miller can be reached at 508-626-3823 or nmiller@ For up-to-date public safety news, follow Norman Miller on X @Norman_MillerMW or on Facebook at This article originally appeared on MetroWest Daily News: Man connected to fatal Holliston crash pleads not guilty in court
CBS News
31-05-2025
- Health
- CBS News
Twins, one with cerebral palsy, compete together at Massachusetts track event. "This is the happiest kid."
Twins, one of them with cerebral palsy, competed together at a statewide Massachusetts track event for athletes of all abilities, bringing joy to their parents' eyes and tears to others. Sam Faria, a junior at Holliston High School, and his brother Daniel competed in the Massachusetts Unified Track and Field Championships earlier this month. The twins, born just minutes apart, have always done everything together and this was no exception. Sam was proud to push his brother over the finish line in the 100-meter dash and they took second place. Competing together as brothers "We came in with the idea of winning but it was a far, far reality," said Sam. "And although we didn't come in first place, second place finish in the 100-meter dash was a big blessing for the both of us. And I remember getting on the track like, man, am I really nervous right now, I've been in so many 100-meter dashes over the past two months but this one just felt different. And I looked at Dan and he's smiling, he's pretty much telling me, 'Dude, why are you so nervous?'" That wasn't all. The brothers also competed in the shot put. "I would grab Daniel's hand, I would place it in here, I'd tell him smile when you're ready and when he smiles, he's ready and one, two, and we throw it on three," said Sam. They also had support from their Holliston track coach, Mike Mullen. "It's not just about winning but it's just getting a chance to do it together," said Mullen. "Did they win first place? No but they did something better and that's compete together as brothers and I think that's better than any first place win. A coach from Natick even reached out and said he was moved to tears by it." Daniel's nurse and caretaker Bianca Monteiro had nothing but joy to share as she reflected on the moment. "We finally made it. Daniel was finally seen," said Monteiro. "Sam did the impossible, he took his brother to a track meet that most kids never get that potential, never get that chance to do, to see them finally so happy to be part of something. You have to see their abilities, not the disabilities." Sam, who also plays quarterback for the football team, said he can't imagine his life without his brother Daniel. "We're best friends" "I wouldn't say it was like other twins, I do think our experience is unique," said Sam. "I think that my whole life I've been made to believe we should be another way or that I'm missing out on having a 'real brother.' Love is experienced and really cherish it. It's OK to be different. We're best friends. Daniel gives me more of what I would have here. Because this is the happiest kid, this kid is the happiest kid you will meet. He lives life to the fullest." The boys' mother, Consuelo Olivera Faria, said seeing them compete together should be a message to the world about people with disabilities - don't count them out. "So emotional just seeing them doing that together, because Daniel being like that, people think he has a miserable life. Or bored. But they proved that is not true, they can be happy, they can enjoy life," said Faria.
Boston Globe
29-05-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Holliston boys' tennis stuns its own coach by winning playoff match for first time in 19 years
'To have a chance to make it to the Elite 8 was something I didn't even give any thought to,' said Dupuis. 'Prior to the season, the goal was to make the tournament.' Related : Neither Bloom nor Merlis opted to play for Holliston (10-5) last season, but Dupuis convinced them to join the squad this year. Their presence, among others, has led to a major turnaround. Advertisement 'We have tennis players, not just athletes,' said Dupuis, who is also Holliston's boys' soccer coach. 'I've had some of my [soccer] players come through that have been good athletes, but haven't been true tennis players. This year, we have athletes that are tennis players, and when you have that combination, good things can happen.' Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Related : Apponequet 5, Hanover 0 — With dominant 6-0, 6-0 wins from Will Horton at first singles and Nick Connolly at third singles, the fourth-seeded Lakers (17-1) handled No. 29 Hanover to advance to the Round of 16, where they will face No. 13 Latin Academy, which eliminated Apponequet from the tourney three years ago. The Lakers also got wins from Judson Cardinali (6-2, 6-1 at second singles), Ryan Abreau/Eugene Jung (6-2, 6-0 at first doubles), and Jared Freitas/Cory Dugdale (6-1, 6-0 at second doubles). Advertisement Division 1 State Westford 3, Lincoln-Sudbury 2 — Behind wins from Saunak Manna (6-1, 6-0) and Preet Mood (6-4, 6-1) at singles, and the tandem of Nikhil Ponnusamy/Sam Ren at doubles (6-4, 6-2), the 13th-seeded Ghosts (10-4) captured a first-round win over Dual League rival L-S (5-9). Division 2 State Marblehead 3, Algonquin 2 — Junior TJ Kelly won at third singles (6-4, 6-1), and the tandems of Jayden Janock/Ty Cooper (6-1, 6-1) and Anthony Vizy/Austin Bacon (6-3, 6-2) won at doubles, propelling the 13th-seeded Magicians (16-2) to a first-round win. Somerville 3, Marshfield 2 — Milo Kochansky gutted out a 6-4, 7-5 win at third singles, lifting the 34th-seeded Highlanders (13-2) to a preliminary round win. Kochansky trailed, 5-4, in the second set, but rattled off three consecutive games to earn the victory. 'He definitely clutched up in the end,' Somerville coach Michael Morgan said. 'I'm sure for him to be able to win, and his teammates right there on the side cheering him every single point, it was a great atmosphere and great motivation.' The doubles pairings of Nitish Kaushal/Magnes Anell and DJ Freeman/Aaron Grover added key wins for Somerville, which notched its second MIAA tournament win in program history. Division 4 State Monomoy 5, Bartlett 0 — Roman Pavluchenko (6-2, 6-1), Ryan Casey (6-0, 6-1), and Zach Shields (6-1, 6-2) won at singles, lifting the third-seeded Sharks (16-3) to a first-round win. The duos of Blake Noonan/Nick Hadden (6-2, 6-1) and Ethan Seufert/Tom Hereford (6-0, 6-2) added wins for Monomoy.
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
MIAA tennis tournament seeds: Hopkinton boys and Dover-Sherborn girls grab top spots
Here's the main draw. The MIAA released its tennis state tournament brackets Tuesday. Undefeated Hopkinton earned the top seed in the boys tennis field, while Dover-Sherborn girls, also without a loss, are No. 1 in Division 3. The Wellesley girls (Division 1) and Westborough boys (Division 2) are defending state champions. Wayland reached the Division 2 boys Final Four, while Westborough advanced to the Division 2 girls state semifinals and Hopedale was in the girls Division 4 Final Four. Advertisement Games are scheduled to begin Tuesday, though they can be played as early as Saturday if both athletic directors agree. Here is where every area team is seeded: Boys Division 1 Round of 32 No. 22 King Philip (13-7) at No. 11 Wellesley (11-8) No. 19 Framingham (7-11) at No. 14 Newton South (8-7) No. 20 Lincoln-Sudbury (5-8) at No. 13 Westford Academy (9-4) No. 27 Natick (3-14) at No. 6 Lexington (19-1) No. 28 Franklin (8-10) at No. 5 Concord-Carlisle (11-3) Girls Division 1 Preliminary round No. 35 Bockton (6-6) at No. 30 Framingham (4-11) Round of 32 No. 36 Revere/No. 29 Malden at No. 4 Wellesley (19-0) No. 26 Plymouth South (9-9) at No. 7 Lincoln-Sudbury (7-7) Advertisement No. 20 Hopkinton (13-5) at No. 13 Franklin (13-4) Natick High School junior Grace Zhang warms up before her match against Brookline, May 13, 2025. No. 18 Shrewsbury (10-8) at No. 15 Natick (11-7) 'It's like a coaching video': Natick girls tennis has never had a player like Grace Zhang No. 22 Algonquin (9-7) at No. 11 Concord-Carlisle (7-7) Boys Division 2 Round of 32 Hopkinton senior captain Ilian Glace acknowledges cheers from schoolmates after winning his third singles match against Norwood, May 20, 2025. No. 33 Bridgewater-Raynham/No. 32 Whitman-Hanson at No. 1 Hopkinton (18-0) 'He's a gift': Hopkinton boys tennis completes first undefeated season behind a new No. 1 from Germany No. 28 Milford (9-11) at No. 5 Wayland (8-5) No. 26 Reading (6-10) at No. 7 Westborough (11-5) No. 20 Algonquin (9-7) at No. 13 Marblehead (15-2) Girls Division 2 Round of 32 No. 34 Malden Catholic/No. 31 Melrose at No. 2 Wayland (10-5) Advertisement No. 38 Cardinal Spellman/No. 27 Minnechaug at No. 6 Westborough (11-5) No. 22 Holliston (10-6) at No. 11 Oliver Ames (13-3) Boys Division 3 Round of 32 No. 25 Nauset (5-11) at No. 8 Holliston (9-5) No. 23 Swampscott (8-8) at No. 10 Medway (11-5) No. 19 Marlborough (6-9) at No. 14 Dover-Sherborn (8-9) 'Her swings are her brother's': Tennis bonds Marlborough siblings Ada and Andy Zheng No. 21 Ashland (6-11) at No. 12 Wakefield (11-6) Girls Division 3 Preliminary round No. 35 Hudson (9-9) at No. 30 Seekonk (9-7) Round of 32 No. 33 Groton-Dunstable/No. 32 Wareham at No. 1 Dover-Sherborn (16-0) No. 18 Watertown (12-8) at No. 15 Medway (10-6) Girls Division 4 Round of 32 No. 20 Lee (10-5) at No. 13 Millis (10-8) Advertisement No. 24 AMSA (9-9) at No. 9 Pioneer Valley Chinese Immersion Charter School (20-0) No. 26 Hopedale (6-9) at No. 7 Ipswich (12-4) This article originally appeared on MetroWest Daily News: MIAA tennis seeds out. Hopkinton boys and Dover-Sherborn girls No. 1
