Former Patriots lineman on Bill Belichick: "He rarely smiles, but he does laugh."
Former Patriots lineman Matt Light was at Southeastern Regional in Easton Wednesday morning promoting his nonprofit, the Light Foundation. Light took time to mingle with some students and talk about the upcoming cornhole tournament at Gillette Stadium to support his foundation.
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The player signed a giant Patriots helmet that was carved out of wood by chainsaw artist Michael Higgins.
Last weekend, New England Patriots punter Zoltan Mesko made a visit to Maplewood Country Day Camp during one of their open houses. During his visit, local chainsaw artist Michael Higgins carved up a Patriots helmet out of wood which was then autographed by the player. "Michael Higgins, he actually carved that the day of the open house and Zoltan signed it,” said Sharon Maynard, who works at the camp. “He set up in the gym and he took pictures with families, with the kids, shook hands, signed autographs. He’s a real nice guy,” she said of Mesko. The giant wooden helmet now sits in the lobby of the main building at the camp for all to see.
This recipe will make you the life of the football party.
I'm not a psychic, but I know what you will be doing Sunday from 6:30 p.m. to about 10 p.m., at least most of you. You will be watching the big game between our New England Patriots and the Baltimore Ravens, as the teams battle on the gridiron to determine who will go to the Super Bowl in New Orleans. Whether you are going to a big party or watching the game alone in a secret room so nobody can see your emotional reaction to every play, you need snack foods. You'll have to find the chips on your own, but here is recipe for a chili-cheese dip to go along with those chips. This recipe comes from Judy Putnam , editor of the Peachtree Corners Patch in Georgia. Enjoy the snacks, and Go Pats! Ingredients Directions Layer the ingredients in the…
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Your group of local patch editors weighs in on the standout sports moments of the year.
Editor's Note: The following is part of a special "end-of-the-year" series in which local editors from your nearby Patch towns highlight their favorites in various topics. Jonathan Friedman - Editor, Attleboro-Seekonk Patch From my earliest days through college, I was a competitive swimmer. I was never good enough to be an Olympian, but I have a tremendous respect for those who are. And every four years, it is exciting to see swimming in the spotlight. Special kudos go to Michael Phelps, who looked like he had lost his magic when he didn't even win a medal in his first individual event, the 400 IM (first time since 2000 that had happened), but then regained it later in the week with spectacular wins in the 200 IM and 100 butterfly, while…
A monthly roundup of nearby restaurant news from around the region.
We know Easton residents don’t just stay in town when they want a night out and a break from cooking. Restaurant coming and goings, new business and the best dishes and recipes are among the items that have appeared on Patch sites around the region over the past month. Below is a look at the restaurant and food stories covered in the past month. EASTON Maguire's Delivers Early Christmas Gift to Easton Food Pantry Every year, Maguire's owners Pat Connell, Michael Sullivan and Neil Levine invite their most loyal customers to an evening of free food and a cash bar at the Easton venue. This year, the group donated the proceeds of the cash bar to the Easton Food Pantry. In total, Maguire's collected $2,000 from the three-hour long event. …
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The New England Patriots will wear black-ribbon logos on their helmets and hold a moment of silence before Sunday night's game against the San Francisco 49ers in Foxborough.
Foxborough will be center stage of the National Football League world for the second time in six days Sunday night when the New England Patriots host the San Francisco 49ers in primetime on NBC's Sunday Night Football. But even a game with so much significance on playoff positioning will simply be less important in the wake of Friday's tragedy in Newtown, Conn. The New England Patriots, along with the rest of the country, will have the 26 victims of Friday's shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School on their minds and in their hearts during Sunday's game at Gillette Stadium. In recognition of Friday's tragedy, the Patriots plan to honor the 20 children and six adults killed in the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School by wearing black-…
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A look at what is happening around the region this week.
Norton Parents Get Special Delivery on 12/12/12 When Erin Fisher went into labor Dec. 12, she expected it to go well into the next day. Newborn Wesley Scott Fisher was determined to make his birthday an extra special day, however, arriving at exactly 12:12 p.m. Dec. 12, 2012. “We are both doing very well and are going home today,” Erin said. She has lived in Norton for the past five years with her husband Scott. Wesley, named after Patriots wide receiver Wes Welker, was born at 6 lbs., 8 oz. at Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Attleboro. To read more, click here. *** Stoughton Couple Gets Married at 12:12 p.m. on 12/12/12 Joseph Fisher and Nicholas Blanco shouldn't have any trouble remembering their wedding anniversary - the Fisher-Blanco …
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War Room, Moving the Chains, Patriot Reign and Tom Brady vs. the NFL are four books that will fill in the time when no games are being played.
If all the talk on sports radio and TV during the week isn't enough for you, these four sports books will fill any need you have more information about the New England Patriots. "Tom Brady Vs. The NFL" by Sean Glennon: The author makes a case for No. 12 being No. 1 all time. The book tracks Brady from his college experience at the University of Michigan to being a seventh round draft pick by New England up until he found stardom. The first part of the book is about the history of Brady's rise to all-pro status, followed by numbers match-up against other quarterback, Terry Bradshaw, John Elway, Johnny Unitas, Brady's boyhood idol, Joe Montana, Steve Young and Peyton Manning to name a few. Read and let the debate begin. Montana wins the …
A look at the top headlines in your town and the surrounding area for the week of July 15, 2012.
Man Shot at Technology Center Drive Apartment Complex in Stoughton A man was transported to Boston Medical Center the afternoon of July 16 with a gunshot wound in the lower back, suffered at the Lodge at Stoughton on Technology Center Drive. The victim sustained non-life threatening injuries. Stoughton Police believe to have a "person of interest in the case." It is believed the shooting took place outside of building #404 at the apartment complex, following an argument inside the building, according to police. Read more by clicking here. *** Mansfield Teen Dies in Crash on Route 24 in West Bridgewater Massachusetts State Police responded to the crash at 3:55 a.m. on July 15 after receiving calls from other motorists reporting a wrong-way …
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Matthews replaces Jim Von Euw, who announced his resignation for the end of the year.
Easton resident, Bill Matthews, a former NFL linebacker, was named as the New Athletic Director for Oliver Ames High School beginning in the 2012-2013 academic year, Principal Wes Paul said in a statement Thursday afternoon. “This marks the beginning of a new chapter in OA Athletics History," Paul said. "Oliver Ames High School and the community of Easton are fortunate to have Bill Matthews filling this important role. I am confident Bill will make an immediate and positive impact on student lives and the overall athletic program. "His vision for program development, coaching development, communication and organization, and facilities enhancement will make this already excellent program even better in the years to come. I look forward …
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1:51 pm on Saturday, March 31, 2012
Congratulations to Bill Matthews and the Matthews family! My family has known the Matthews for many years and know that Bill will do a wonderful job inspiring and leading the next generation of Oliver Ames athletes. Much happiness and success... A great choice for all. more ›
Robert Hyldburg Jr
10:15 pm on Saturday, October 6, 2012
These books are great and it was very cool to be mentioned in two of them. Bob Hyldburg: An Archivist and Historian of the Patriots. more ›