The Patriot Ledger

The Patriot Ledger is a daily newspaper located in Quincy, Massachusetts, catering to the South Shore area. It is available for readers from Monday to Saturday.

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Region's food options increase as summer draws closer. Find a new place to check out here

5 days ago | patriotledger.com | David SMith |David Smith

Several South Shore restaurants have opened in April, with more anticipated openings throughout the summer. Jojo's, a bakery and charcuterie board shop, opened in Weymouth's Shaw's Plaza. Shipwrck'd in Hull received a seasonal liquor license and is hiring. Doctor's Island Brewing in Hull is holding a soft opening for the 2025 season. A Pembroke couple will open Massachusetts' first two Baya Bar locations in Weymouth and Marshfield.
You can be part of the American Revolution in new, free interactive play. How you can go

6 days ago | patriotledger.com | Sue Scheible

Many people like to read historical fiction. But how might they feel about being part of the plot. A play on Patriots' Day, April 21, will give the audience just that chance. Some playgoers may decide to help recreate how local residents reacted on the South Shore after news arrived that the first shots had been fired in Lexington and Concord. Admission is free but the seating is limited. You do have two chances to join in. More: How many Revolutionary War battles happened in MA?
Derrick White collabs with Samuel Adams in new merchandise line. How to buy

6 days ago | patriotledger.com | Catherine Messier

The merchandise collaboration follows a months-long partnership between the Celtics player and the Boston Beer Company, which has included three Boston Beer Co. commercials starring White and the drop of the (Derrick) White Ale back in November. Now, the collaboration is being celebrated with merchandise perfect for fans of D White and Sam Adams. Here's how to buy the new Derrick White drip.
In this case, don't 'touch-a-truck': Weymouth man accused of keying Tesla vehicle

1 week ago | patriotledger.com | David SMith |David Smith

The man pleaded not guilty to a malicious destruction of property charge in Hingham District Court on April 16. He was released on personal recognizance and ordered to stay away from the truck's owner, according to a statement from the district attorney's office. He is due back in court May 16.
How many Revolutionary War battles happened in MA? Here's the 9 battles to know about

1 week ago | patriotledger.com | Catherine Messier

As one of the oldest colonies in what is now the United States, Massachusetts played a vital role in the country's early history. From the bravery of the Massachusetts minutemen to the famous midnight ride of Paul Revere to the very first battle of the Revolutionary War, Massachusetts was a host for several key happenings during America's fight for independence.
'Inseparable': Stoughton couple loved Boston Marathon. Now she's running it for him

1 week ago | patriotledger.com | Hailey Clevenger

Eileen and Brendan "Stu" Maguire had the kind of love you would see in the movies. They even had a meet-cute so special, hopeless romantics would be jealous of them. The Stoughton couple had two daughters and fulfilling careers — Brendan as a production manager at Live Nation Entertainment and Eileen as president and CEO of Hope House in Boston. Not only that, they also had a huge support system. They would need it. In 2019, Brendan Maguire was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Karen Read murder trial: Jury selection done. When opening arguments will begin

1 week ago | patriotledger.com | Jessica Trufant

DEDHAM — Jury selection is complete in the Karen Read murder trial, paving the way for the prosecution and defense to make their opening arguments next week. Read, 45, is accused of killing her boyfriend, Braintree native and Boston police officer John O'Keefe, by backing into him with her SUV outside a Canton home in January 2022 and leaving him to die in a snowstorm following a night of drinking. After her first trial ended with a hung jury last year, the state vowed to put Read on trial again.
Why this Taunton nonprofit thinks it's important to attend City Council meetings

1 week ago | patriotledger.com | Emma Rindlisbacher

Sometimes, half the battle is showing up. And the Taunton Diversity Network is well aware of the power showing up has when it comes to municipal politics. "The more people that pay attention, the more that the City Council and other city officials feel like they have a responsibility to represent us," Kara Civale, the nonprofit's vice president, said of the "Fill the Seats" initiative.
Stoughton stabbing victim remembered as proud veteran. Who was Michael Gaito?

1 week ago | patriotledger.com | Amelia Stern

Stoughton stabbing victim remembered as proud veteran. Who was Michael Gaito? Amelia SternA 72-year-old man allegedly stabbed by his stepson in January in a Stoughton apartment is being remembered as a proud veteran after he died March 31, according to his obituary. Michael Gaito, who served in the Marines during the Vietnam War, was allegedly stabbed multiple times by his stepson, Paul O'Brien, on the evening of Jan. 12, according to police.
Tariffs or not, it's a brave new world when you buy a car in your 80s

1 week ago | patriotledger.com | Sue Scheible

QUINCY − A month ago, when higher tariffs were in the news but not yet in effect, I decided to buy a new car. The mileage on my 2021 Subaru Crosstrek had passed 106,000 and I didn't want to worry about future problems (so far I'd had none) or expensive repairs as the mileage crept up. If I was going to trade it in, now was the best time. 'The tariffs made me do it'I hesitated for a few days and then plunged in. "The tariffs made me do it," I half-joked with the bank teller when I withdrew the money.