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Boston Globe
01-06-2025
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Runner-ups as freshmen, senior trio propels North Reading girls' track to a three-peat in Division 5
Hayden, Callie's twin, finished first in the pole vault (9-06.00), second in the long jump (17-01.50), and third in the 100-meter hurdles (15.41). Callie competed outdoors for just two seasons, but improved her pentathlon from second last year to first (3,219 points) and finished fourth in the high jump. Get Starting Point A guide through the most important stories of the morning, delivered Monday through Friday. Enter Email Sign Up Ligor won the 100 hurdles (14.38 seconds) with the fourth-best time in the state. She also completed a four-year sweep in the 400-meter hurdles with the 19th-best time in the country (1:00.65). She owns the state record from last year's Meet of Champions. Advertisement Ligor said the strength of her teammates pushes her to keep improving. Coach Sotirios Pintzopoulos called her a 'once-in-a-generation type of athlete.' 'The team this year, we're amazing,' Ligor said. 'The chemistry is insane. We all work together in our event categories. We don't have a weak area . . . We can do some crazy damage out there.' Advertisement With 25 athletes, including a few alternates, the Hornets were dominant. 'They push each other, they train hard every day,' Pintzopoulos said. 'They're with each other six days a week, 12-14 weeks in a row. The success creates more success. Every new girl that comes to this team wants to be a part of that success and that tradition continues.' Callie MacLellan, Maya Grossi, Shea Farmer, and Ligor were second in the 4x400-meter relay, after not qualifying into the final heat. Senior Breanna Braham anchored the winning D-Y team, after winning the 400-meter with a personal record and best in the state 54.87. She recovered from a stress fracture in her left leg to win the 300 in the winter. It was her first time winning both. 'It's just a dream come true,' she said, of setting the state No. 1. 'It is my goal since freshman year. Just go out there, be a role model to others and show them what I have. Coming back from my injury to be able to do it was amazing.' The Weston boys handily won the 2025 Division 5 outdoor track and field championship. AJ Traub In the boys' meet, Weston (100.5 points) repeated ahead of Old Rochester (60) and North Reading (43). Senior Noah Lago won the 100 (10.72) and anchored the winning 4x100-meter relay. Classmate Ben Tavares won the 800 (1:55.16) and earned fourth in the 400-meter (49.83). Junior Oscar Torres won the triple jump (46-01.50) and finished second in the long jump (22-06.00. Classmate Lucas Scully-Power won the pole vault (12-06.00). Aarav Mehta continued his breakthrough season, winning the mile (4:23.32) Thursday , and the two-mile Saturday (9:47.60), both personal bests. Coach John Monz said it was 'quite a double win for a sophomore.' Advertisement 'I increased my mileage a lot from indoor to outdoor,' Mehta said. 'I was able to start my build a lot earlier because last year I ran in internationals for freshmen. 'It feels great that I'm able to do this as a sophomore. I have two more years to do this, but I got a target on my back now, which is a little frightening, but I'm ready for it.' Monz did not have to convince his athletes to come despite prom on the same night. They were set on their goal to win the meet. 'It's great,' Monz said. 'These kids are very determined. They wanted to do this. I'm very proud of them.' AJ Traub can be reached at
Daily Mirror
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Nara Smith and Ballerina Farm fans must read this new twisted tradwife thriller
The Tradwife's Secret is a twisty thriller perfect for adding to your summer reading list Love it or hate it, tradwife content is a big deal on TikTok right now, with influencers like Nara Smith and Hannah Neeleman just some of those gathering large followings by sharing their tradwife lifestyles. Think videos of beautifully-dressed women making homemade cereal or toothpaste for their families in their enviable kitchens, surrounded by angelic children. The tradwife trend emerged on social media all the way back in 2018, gaining momentum during the pandemic as people isolating at home looked to find excitement and comfort in day-to-day household tasks. Celebrating the 'traditional' parts of homemaking, it has proved to be controversial, sparking fierce debates. Fast-forward to today, and the tradwife trend has reached the fictional world too, with several forthcoming novels, including Sarah Langan's Trad Wife and Caro Claire Burke's Yesteryear, exploring the darker side of the social media sensation. Leading the pack is The Tradwife's Secret by Liane Child, a twisted domestic thriller. In it, we meet Madison March, the perfect wife with the perfect family and life who spends her days at her Montana homestead, sharing her lifestyle online with her millions of followers. Whether she's cooking sourdough from scratch or teaching her children about proper gender roles, her fans can't get enough. But when new tutor Callie turns up to help educate the March children, she soon notices the cracks in Madison's image. The book is written from several points of view, with Madison, Callie and aspiring tradwife Brianna all providing very different perspectives throughout. If you've ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes of a tradwife account, this book is for you. It's addictive, with lots of drama, some memorable side characters and a huge twist I for one did not see coming.
Wales Online
20-05-2025
- Health
- Wales Online
Welsh family devastated after call from nursery saw baby girl given weeks to live
Welsh family devastated after call from nursery saw baby girl given weeks to live Callie Shaw's family are hoping to make her final weeks as special as possible One-year-old Callie Shaw 'lights up the room' with her smile The lives of a North Wales family were turned upside down by a single phone call from their baby daughter's nursery. One-year-old Callie Shaw had just stirred from her afternoon nap when a caregiver noticed a small, unusual lump near her ear. Her mum, Sarah, was contacted immediately. What began as a precaution quickly escalated, and Callie was taken to Wrexham Maelor Hospital. There, doctors initially reassured the family that the lump appeared harmless and sent little Callie home. Yet Sarah's instincts told her something wasn't right. After multiple return visits and persistent concern, Callie was finally referred to Alder Hey Children's Hospital. Following a series of tests, they learnt the worst the news possible. At just 10-months-old, Callie was diagnosed with a rhabdoid tumour—a scarce and vicious kind of cancer that mainly strikes infants and youngsters. Post rigorous four-month chemotherapy regimen, there was a promising sign as the tumour began to recede, giving the family renewed optimism for Callie's recovery. Unfortunately, a follow-up MRI scan brought more devastating news—the treatment was no longer effective, and the cancer had spread to her lungs. It was then that the family, residing in Wrexham, were confronted with the tragic declaration that the cancer was in fact terminal and Callie's expected time left was a mere four to six weeks, reports North Wales Live. Article continues below Relatives of Callie's were left completely distraught, with her Aunt Chakara Tudor saying: "We were just heartbroken. We'd built up so much hope that she was going to get better. It was all ripped away from us. We just didn't expect it. We thought this operation would be it, she was going to be on the road to a full recovery." A smiling Callie and her two-year-old brother, Kyran Despite struggling with her health, Chakara mentioned that Callie has consistently maintained her bright smile. She added: "All the way through this, all the way through chemotherapy, she's been smiling all the way through, happy." The family considers Callie a beacon of happiness and strength. "She's just such a happy, brave little girl," Chakara said. "She lights up the room every time she comes in. You wouldn't even think there was anything wrong with her. She's just getting on with it." A GoFundMe page has been created by the family to make Callie's remaining time as special as possible. The funds collected will also contribute to the funeral expenses. Read the biggest stories in Wales first by signing up to our daily newsletter here Chakara shared the family's concerns about Callie's final weeks, stating: "She will have to spend her last few weeks in a hospice so we want to make sure she's as comfortable as possible. No one should have to go through this, never mind a one-year-old child." In addition to her mother, Callie's passing will be deeply felt by her brother Kyran, who is extremely close to her. Chakara said: "Callie won't only be leaving her mum behind, she'll be leaving her brother, Kyran, who has been the best brother anyone could ask for. He absolutely adores her." Callie celebrated her first birthday in March while at Alder Hey, and unfortunately, the family couldn't mark the occasion. However, they've planned a party in her honor at Gresford Memorial Hall in Wrexham on Sunday, May 25. The event is open to anyone willing to show their support. Those interested in contributing to the GoFundMe page can do so here. Article continues below
Daily Record
19-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Record
Brave tot given weeks to live after nursery worker found worrying symptom at nap time
A young family's world has been torn apart after what appeared to be a harmless lump on their daughter's neck led to a terminal diagnosis. Callie Shaw had been napping at nursery when a worker noticed a small swelling on her neck under he ear. Her mum, Sarah, was called immediately and the one-year-old was rushed to Wrexham Maelor Hospital. Doctors initiually reassured the family that there was nothing to worry about and sent the tot home. However, the family returned to the hospital several times and she was eventually referred to Alder Hey Children's Hospital for checks, reports the Mirror. Following various tests, Callie was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive cancer called a rhabdoid tumour - known to mostly affect babies and young childrens. After enduring four gruelling rounds of chemotherapy, the tumour began to shrink. However, a follow-up scan showed the cancer had spread to her lungs. Doctors told the family her condition was now terminal and devastatingly, she had just weeks to live. Callie's aunt, Chakara Tudor, told the Liverpool Echo: "We were just heartbroken. We'd built up so much hope she was going to get better. 'It was all ripped away from us. We just didn't expect it. We thought this operation would be it, she was going to be on the road to a full recovery." 'All the way through this, all the way through chemotherapy, she's been smiling all the way through, happy. She's just such a happy, brave little girl. 'She lights up the room every time she comes in. You wouldn't even think there was anything wrong with her. She's just getting on with it.' The family has launched a GoFundMe page to help make Callie's remaining weeks as special as they can. The money raised will also be put towards funeral costs. Chakara said: "She will have to spend her last few weeks in a hospice so we want to make sure she's as comfortable as possible. No one should have to go through this, never mind a one-year-old child. "Callie won't only be leaving her mum behind, she'll be leaving her brother, Kyran, who has been the best brother anyone could ask for. He absolutely adores her." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. The GoFundMe reads: 'It's a rare and very aggressive type of cancer and Callie has been given 4-6 weeks. She will have to spend her last few weeks in a hospice so she's as comfortable as she can be. 'No one should have to endure this, never mind a one-year-old child. Callie will be leaving not only her mother behind but also her two-year-old brother who adores the bones off her.'
North Wales Live
19-05-2025
- Health
- North Wales Live
Heartbreak as 'happy and brave' baby girl from North Wales given weeks to live
The family of a baby girl from North Wales have told of the harrowing moment their lives were upended following a call from their daughter's nursery. One-year-old Callie Shaw had just woken from her nap when a nursery worker noticed a small lump on her neck beneath her ear. Her mother, Sarah, was immediately informed, leading to Callie being rushed to Wrexham Maelor Hospital. Initially, doctors at the hospital sent Callie home, believing that the lump was "nothing to be concerned about". However, feeling unconvinced, Callie's family made several return visits to the hospital, which resulted in her being referred to Alder Hey Children's Hospital. Subsequent tests led to Callie's diagnosis with a rhabdoid tumour – a rare and aggressive cancer predominantly affecting infants and young children – back in January when she was just 10 months old. Following a four-month course of chemotherapy, there was a glimmer of hope as the tumour started to shrink, and the family began to believe that Callie might beat the cancer. But a subsequent MRI scan revealed that her body was no longer responding to the treatment, and the cancer had metastasised to her lungs, reports the Liverpool Echo. It was then the family, who live in Wrexham, were given the devastating news the cancer was terminal, and little Callie was given a prognosis of just four to six weeks. Callie's auntie, Chakara Tudor, told the ECHO: "We were just heartbroken. We'd built up so much hope that she was going to get better. It was all ripped away from us. We just didn't expect it. We thought this operation would be it, she was going to be on the road to a full recovery." Despite her illness, Chakara said Callie has never stopped smiling. She said: "All the way through this, all the way through chemotherapy, she's been smiling all the way through, happy. "She's just such a happy, brave little girl. She lights up the room every time she comes in. You wouldn't even think there was anything wrong with her. She's just getting on with it." The family has launched a GoFundMe page to help make Callie's remaining weeks as special as they can. The money raised will also be put towards funeral costs. Chakara said: "She will have to spend her last few weeks in a hospice so we want to make sure she's as comfortable as possible. No one should have to go through this, never mind a one-year-old child. "Callie won't only be leaving her mum behind, she'll be leaving her brother, Kyran, who has been the best brother anyone could ask for. He absolutely adores her." Callie - who turned one in March - spent her birthday in Alder Hey and so her family were unable to celebrate. They have organised a party for her at Gresford Memorial Hall in Wrexham on Sunday, May 25. It is an open event for anyone who wants to show their support.
