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Yahoo
05-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Renowned Boston TV anchor will give keynote speech at Framingham State commencement
FRAMINGHAM — Boston news anchor Latoyia Edwards will deliver the keynote speech at Framingham State University's undergraduate commencement ceremony this spring, the university said in an announcement. Edwards, known for her work with NBC10 Boston and NECN, has been a prominent figure in New England journalism for more than two decades. She was named one of Boston Magazine's Most Influential Bostonians in 2023. 'Her inspiring journey, commitment to community engagement and dedication to storytelling as a vehicle for making connections resonate deeply with our mission to empower students to lead with purpose and integrity,' Framingham State University President Nancy Niemi said in a prepared statement. FSU's undergraduate commencement is set for 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 24, at the DCU Center in Worcester. In addition to her speech, Edwards will also receive an honorary doctoral degree during the event. PHOTOS: Nancy Niemi sworn in as Framingham State University's 17th president Edwards began her career as a news writer for WBZ-1030 AM radio and later reported for the FOX affiliate WICZ-TV 40 in Binghamton, New York. She joined NBC10 Boston and NECN as a morning reporter from WWLP-22 in Springfield, where she was a weekday anchor. Edwards has also worked as a health reporter, weekend anchor and evening news anchor, eventually landing her favorite role as morning news anchor. A native of Boston's Dorchester neighborhood, she graduated magna cum laude from Emerson College with a degree in broadcast journalism. She is actively involved in volunteering with youth groups like Girls Inc. of Lynn, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston, Worcester and Greater Lowell, Save the Children, EVkids and the Boston Arts Academy. This story was created by reporter Beth McDermott, bmcdermott1@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more. This article originally appeared on MetroWest Daily News: TV anchor Latoyia Edwards will keynote Framingham State commencement
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Renowned Boston TV anchor will give keynote speech at Framingham State commencement
FRAMINGHAM — Boston news anchor Latoyia Edwards will deliver the keynote speech at Framingham State University's undergraduate commencement ceremony this spring, the university said in an announcement. Edwards, known for her work with NBC10 Boston and NECN, has been a prominent figure in New England journalism for more than two decades. She was named one of Boston Magazine's Most Influential Bostonians in 2023. 'Her inspiring journey, commitment to community engagement and dedication to storytelling as a vehicle for making connections resonate deeply with our mission to empower students to lead with purpose and integrity,' Framingham State University President Nancy Niemi said in a prepared statement. FSU's undergraduate commencement is set for 10 a.m. on Saturday, May 24, at the DCU Center in Worcester. In addition to her speech, Edwards will also receive an honorary doctoral degree during the event. PHOTOS: Nancy Niemi sworn in as Framingham State University's 17th president Edwards began her career as a news writer for WBZ-1030 AM radio and later reported for the FOX affiliate WICZ-TV 40 in Binghamton, New York. She joined NBC10 Boston and NECN as a morning reporter from WWLP-22 in Springfield, where she was a weekday anchor. Edwards has also worked as a health reporter, weekend anchor and evening news anchor, eventually landing her favorite role as morning news anchor. A native of Boston's Dorchester neighborhood, she graduated magna cum laude from Emerson College with a degree in broadcast journalism. She is actively involved in volunteering with youth groups like Girls Inc. of Lynn, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Boston, Worcester and Greater Lowell, Save the Children, EVkids and the Boston Arts Academy. This story was created by reporter Beth McDermott, bmcdermott1@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more. This article originally appeared on MetroWest Daily News: TV anchor Latoyia Edwards will keynote Framingham State commencement
Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Yahoo
Person shot at Maine Mall, suspect still on the loose
SOUTH PORTLAND, ME. (WWLP) – Police in Maine are searching for a suspect who allegedly shot a person inside a mall in South Portland. Man dead following police standoff in Maine, deputy and police dog injured The suspect is still on the run, according to NECN. South Portland Police urged the public to avoid the area of the Maine Mall during the search. They say it was an isolated incident with no risk to the public. The person who was shot was rushed to Maine Medical Center for surgery and they are expected to survive. Surveillance images were released of the suspected shooter, who was seen leaving the mall through the food court. The suspect appears to be wearing a pink-lined jacked and a shoulder bag. Anyone with information about the person is being asked to call police at 207-799-5511 Ext. 7448 or by leaving an anonymous tip at 207-347-4100. WWLP-22News, an NBC affiliate, began broadcasting in March 1953 to provide local news, network, syndicated, and local programming to western Massachusetts. Watch the 22News Digital Edition weekdays at 4 p.m. on Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
