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LISTEN: It's tough raising kids in today's world, but now you can pick up a copy of “How to Raise Perfectly Imperfect Kids and Be Ok With It." Listen as the two authors talk to our Book Nation ladies about the book and offer some ideas on being... reading.wickedlocal.com/news/20190513/…

READER PHOTOS: Lots of love going out to moms all over the Wicked Local map and beyond! Happy Mother's Day and thanks for sharing these wonderful images! reading.wickedlocal.com/photogallery/W…

What do you think about this ban on facial recognition software that's being proposed in Somerville? It wouldn't be just for law enforcement, but would be for any technology. somerville.wickedlocal.com/news/20190511/…

Sick of this chilly wet weather? You can blame the jet stream. Here's what's going on with the pattern this spring. For a complete local forecast, check out our media partner WCVB Channel 5 Boston AccuWeather The Weather Channel reading.wickedlocal.com/news/20190513/…

Here's some good advice from Dr. Richard Greenberg: Make sure when you go to the dentist and work has to be done to understand why something's being done. And if you don't? Ask lots of questions. Remember, it's your teeth! ipswich.wickedlocal.com/news/20190513/…

Capture all those picture perfect prom moments on camera and share your shots with Wicked Local! Email photos with captions -- including names of people pictured and the school and when and where the prom was held. reading.wickedlocal.com/news/20190513/…

Whether it's your Nissan, Dodge or Ford that's got a problem, Larry Rubenstein might have the answer. Submit car questions to scanauto@aol.com. reading.wickedlocal.com/news/20190509/…

It's Mother's Day, time to celebrate your marvelous mom and share with Wicked Local what makes her so special to you and your family. Email a photo of your mom along with a message letting her know how much she is loved to readerpix@wickedlocal.com. reading.wickedlocal.com/news/20190511/…

TAKE OUR SURVEY: Are you a pet parent to cats and/or dogs? If so, we want to hear from you! Please take a few moments to answer our survey regarding the pet food and treat choices you make. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

The FBI Boston Violent Crimes Task Force and the Somerville Police Department are doubling its reward to $20,000 for information leading to... somerville.wickedlocal.com/news/20190510/…

ICYMI: Here are this week's incredible Wicked Local reader features - all of them stunning sunrise shots. You can find more great reader features by following wickedlocalpix on Instagram. To be featured, email pictures with captions to... reading.wickedlocal.com/photogallery/W…

As you prepare to celebrate the real deal on Sunday, here's a little tribute to 20 of the most memorable and relatable TV moms. wickedlocal.com/zz/entertainme…

If you're looking for something to do this weekend, check out the North Andover Sheep Shearing Festival. And, make sure you get over to the Cow Pie Bingo! northandover.wickedlocal.com/news/20190507/…

In his latest column, Gregg Padula digs into cannabis cultivation. reading.wickedlocal.com/opinion/201905…

Mother's Day is Sunday so you know you better hustle out and get her a card and gift. Here are 5 other things to know about the mother of all holidays. youtube.com/watch?v=YCkw3t…

Mothers and daughters can sometimes butt heads. But these mothers and daughters have figured out how to work together and keep their family relationships healthy and strong. Check out their stories. marblehead.wickedlocal.com/news/20190509/…

PODCAST: Deirdre & Maureen discuss the hard work (and love!) that goes along with having pets, the challenge of end-of-year teacher gifts, and general motherhood angst in the pre-Mother's Day episode of Real Moms Get Real : northofboston.wickedlocal.com/news/20190508/…

It's time to celebrate mom and let her know what she means to you and your family! Email a photo of your mom along with a message letting her know how much she is loved to readerpix@wickedlocal.com. reading.wickedlocal.com/news/20190508/…

Skateboarding enthusiasts now have a place to shop for boards or equipment now that Nowhere Fast just opened its doors in Beverly. For more information, visit nowhere-fast.com or call 978-993-7774. beverly.wickedlocal.com/news/20190509/…

Marketforce.com ranked the nation’s top 20 grocery store chains based on surveys completed by nearly 13,000 people, considering factors like cleanliness, speed of service, and low prices. Check out the... wickedlocal.com/photogallery/W…