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Kingston, MA

Dianna Carney

Maziply Toys, an award-winning, independently-owned toy store in Kingston, has recently announced they've opened a new location in Massachusetts. The company, which was founded by Scott and Kerri Mazerall in 2014, started as an online toy store before beginning its brick-and-mortar retail journey in 2015. "Today, Maziply Toys prides itself on being the largest toy store in New England," the company explains on its website. Their first store location, inside the Kingston Collection, offers an array of toys, games, and interactive attractions, including laser tag, a mirror maze, a BEAM virtual playground, and ride-on mechanical animals.

New England's Largest Toy Store Announces New Location In Massachusetts

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

The US Sun

TEENAGE sensation Lamine Yamal went public with TikTok star girlfriend Alex Padilla following Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph. Barcelona playmaker Yamal, who turned 17 on Saturday, assisted Nico Williams’ opener shortly after half time in Berlin as Luis de la Fuente’s side claimed a 2-1 victory over England. It capped a sensational first international tournament for […]

Spain sensation Lamine Yamal, 17, goes public with TikTok star girlfriend after Euro 2024 win over England

FANS fumed at the "disgraceful" decision in England's Euro 2024 final loss to Spain. Nico Williams opened the scoring just after the break before substitute Cole Palmer excellently curled home a leveller. But it was familiar heartache as Mikel Oyarzabal came off the bench to put Spain ahead with five...

Fuming fans claim ‘football is corrupt to the core’ after ‘disgraceful’ decision in England’s Euro 2024 final loss

Chicago, IL

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

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King Charles has issued a statement following England's defeat against Spain during the Euro 2024 in Berlin

King Charles reacts to England's crushing Euro 2024 defeat

Viktoria Gunes still owns the world junior record in the 200 breaststroke (2:19.64), which was only .53 seconds off the senior world record back in 2015. Archive photo via Jack Spitser/Spitser Photography. Two-time Turkish Olympian Viktoria Gunes has been suspended two years by World Aquatics for “whereabouts failures” from last...

World Junior Record Holder Viktoria Gunes Suspended Two Years for Whereabouts Failures

Austin, TX

LCM (50 meters) Results on MeetMobile: “2024 ST TXLA SZ LC Sectional Champs”. Recent University of Texas graduate Emma Sticklen scorched a lifetime best of 57.74 in the 100 butterfly to outduel recent NC State graduate Abby Arens (58.42) on Saturday night at Austin Sectionals. Sticklen shaved a few...

Emma Sticklen Rips Personal-Best 100 Fly (57.74) to Highlight Day 3 of Austin Sectionals

Virginia State

You may have seen tennis shoes across telephone wires in Virginia and wondered about their significance.I was initially told this was done in honor of someone who had died from gun violence in the area.

Tennis shoes on wires across Virginia have different meanings

Maximus Williamson has overtaken his future teammate Thomas Heilman as the top recruit in the high school class of 2025. Archive photo via Jack Spitser/Spitser Photography. It’s that time of year again when we at SwimSwam rank out the top 20 high school swimming prospects in the upcoming NCAA recruiting class.

Top 20 NCAA Swimming Recruits In The Boys’ Class Of 2025

Vision Pet Care

Cats are cherished companions, captivating us with their grace, independence, and playful antics. A question often pondered by cat enthusiasts is, "How long do cats really live?" Understanding the typical lifespans of our feline friends can help us provide the best care throughout their lives. This article delves into the factors affecting cat longevity, the average lifespan of different breeds, and ways to ensure a long, healthy life for your cat.

Typical Cat Lifespans - How Long Do They Really Live?

LCM (50 meters) Results on MeetMobile: “2024 ST TXLA SZ LC Sectional Champs”. Rising University of Texas sophomore Nate Germonprez capped the four-day Austin Sectional meet on Sunday with a huge lifetime best in the 50 freestyle. The 19-year-old Germonprez dominated the 50 free final in 22.49, dropping almost...

Nate Germonprez Blasts Huge Lifetime Best in 50 Free to Close Out Austin Sectionals

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Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Winks, an adorable and incredibly strong puppy with a heartbreaking origin. Winks was found unmoving on the side of a road with severe injuries. He had several very infected wounds and was barely holding on when his rescuers rushed him to the vet. Once there, x-rays revealed the horrifying truth that Winks had been shot numerous times around his face and neck. These injuries resulted in him having his eye removed. Despite that, Winks has made a miraculous and full recovery. He certainly does not let his handicap slow him down at his new foster home. Winks was truly given a second chance at life, and now all he needs is a family to call his own.

10-Month-Old Dog Who Was Hit In Face Several Times Now Searching For Family

Gresham, OR

LCM (50m) Results on MeetMobile (“2024 Speedo Sectionals – Mt Hood”) Mt Hood Community College Aquatic Center hosted one of the four Speedo Sectionals meets that took place this past weekend. The Mt Hood Sectionals meet saw some really phenomenal racing by junior swimmers. On the first two days of the meet, Portland Aquatic Club 16-year-old Mena Boardman was on fire. Boardman won an individual event on each of the first two days of the meet. She kicked things off with a huge personal best of 56.62 en route to winning the women’s 100 free. Boardman entered the day with a personal best of 57.43, marking an improvement of nearly a second with her finals swim. She showed her speed off in that race, taking it out in a speedy 27.04 on the first 50.

16-Year-Old Mena Boardman Hits Big 100 FR PB of 56.62 at Mt Hood Sectionals (Day 1/2 Recap)

LCM (50m) Results on MeetMobile (“2024 Speedo Sectionals – Mt Hood”) Following some awesome performances by junior swimmers on the first two days of the Summer Sectionals meet in Mt Hood, the final two days of the meet kept the pace up. Portland Aquatic Club 16-year-old Mena Boardman continued to impress on the back half of the meet, winning the women’s 100 fly in 1:00.21. That swim wasn’t a personal best for Boardman, as she’s been 59.37 before, but she did manage to win the race by a whopping 1.62 seconds nonetheless.

16-Year-Old Aiden Hammer Clocks 15:36 1500 FR at Mt Hood Sectionals (Day 3/4 Recap)

Irish Star

The city is fast becoming one of the most popular tourist destinations for a number of reasons

Irish city with complex history is becoming one of Europe's ‘coolest’ spots

Margaret Minnicks

WVTF reported that a new Virginia law will become effective on July 1, 2024. The law will prevent utility companies from disconnecting services on various occasions, which could leave someone without power for days.

A new law will keep utilities from being disconnected on weekends and holidays in Virginia

New York Post

A 500-calorie dinner paired with a shot of apple cider vinegar transforms into a celebratory feast when served on a hilltop terrace overlooking the shimmering Mediterranean Bay of Altea. Such is the magic of SHA Spain, the award-winning wellness clinic so glamorous that diet meals, ice baths and fat-mass scans feel like an indulgence. 

Consider it the ultimate riviera-chic retreat. But it’s not just the breathtaking vista, gloriously sunny days and celeb fans like Kylie Minogue, Naomi Campbell and Balmain creative director Olivier Rousteing that make SHA so utterly fabulous. Widely considered to be one of the top preventive medicine destinations...

Celebrity favorite SHA Spain is one of the world’s top wellness clinics

Many people choose to get an early night on a Sunday to get rested for the week ahead, but it’s not every week the England national team get the chance to end their 58-year wait for glory. Three Lions fever had gripped the nation - and Yorkshire was no...

Laughs, limbs and dejection as England crash again

Join BSN SPORTS & SURGE for an interactive conversation with SURGE Chief Empowerment Officer, Allison Schmitt. Courtesy of BSN Sports, a SwimSwam partner since 2014. Swimming coaches are invited to a FREE SURGE webinar on July 23rd hosted by 4-time Olympian, Allison Schmitt. REGISTER FOR THE FREE WEBINAR HERE. Want...

Swim Coaches Are Invited To A FREE SURGE Webinar Hosted by 4x Olympian Allison Schmitt

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British Swim School Expands Presence in New England with New Location

It’s a Family Affair as New Owners open British Swim School of Blackstone Valley. Current photo via British Swim School. Courtesy of British Swim School, a...

British Swim School Expands Presence in New England with New Location

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