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Sweeney is a staff reporter and member of the Globe’s speakers bureau. She frequently gives talks at schools, universities, and industry events. She also serves as president of the New England chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists.
Latest stories
Tri-Town resists auditor’s criticism
By Emily Sweeney , Globe Staff
The state auditor is calling for changes to be made to the leadership of the South Shore Tri-Town Development Corp.
Duxbury resident co-chairs benefit for Greater Boston PFLAG
By Emily Sweeney , Globe Staff
Duxbury resident Holly Safford recently co-chaired a benefit for Greater Boston PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays).
Plymouth
Local election results
By Emily Sweeney , Globe Staff
Nearly 12 percent of registered voters participated in the annual town election on May 11. Anthony F. Provenzano Jr. and Mathew J. Muratore were re-elected to the Board of Selectmen; James R. Sorensen and incumbent Debra A. Betz won seats on the School Committee; and William Wennerberg III was re-elected to the Planning Board. Complete results for all of the races, including Town Meeting members elected for all 15 precincts, can be viewed on the town’s website at www.plymouth-ma.gov, on the town clerk’s page.
Wareham
Saving up for fireworks
By Emily Sweeney , Globe Staff
The Onset Bay Association is trying to raise money for the big fireworks celebration in July. A fund-raiser will be held June 6 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Mezza Luna restaurant at 253 Main St. in Buzzards Bay. Admission is $10 and includes complimentary hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle, and prizes. There will be a cash bar. Those who can’t attend can still contribute to the cause; checks should be made payable to the “Wareham Fireworks Fund” and mailed to P.O. Box 799, Onset, MA 02558. Donations are tax deductible. For more information, call the Onset Bay Association at 508-295-7072. This year’s fireworks celebration is scheduled for July 6 in Onset.