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Mass. jobless rate stays 6.9% in Feb.; 9,100 jobs added

The unemployment rate remains below the US average of 8.3 percent, and revised figures show 13,900 jobs added in January - more than twice the previous estimate.

After standoff, French suspect dies in shootout

An Islamic extremist, who boasted of killing seven people in France, died after jumping from his window, gun in hand, in a fierce shootout with police.

Ann Romney’s crucial role: show her husband’s human side

Mitt Romney’s wife has been described as his most valuable surrogate on the campaign trail.

Temperatures to reach 80s

The recent warm spell is expected to peak today.

Mattapan jury begins seventh day of deliberations

The case remains deadlocked on nine of 19 charges because of one holdout juror.

Grieving father hopes to turn loss into lesson

Malcolm Astley, whose 18-year-old daughter was allegedly killed by her former boyfriend eight months ago, wants to raise awareness about dating violence.

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Malcolm Astley, whose daughter Lauren was killed last July, will lecture on dating violence.

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Nathaniel Fujita (right) is accused of killing Lauren Astley. The couple had dated for years, but had broken up months earlier.

AP File Photo/2011

Malcolm Astley spoke during a memorial service for his daughter last July in Wayland.

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Mourners embraced during last year's memorial service.

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A prom photo showed Lauren Astley and Nathaniel Fujita when they were dating.

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Fujita is accused of dumping Lauren's body in this marsh in Wayland.

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A mourner held a program from Lauren Astley's memorial service last year.

Joan Vennochi

Old-school Dems have their guy: Scott Brown

The old-school Democrats behind Boston’s St. Patrick’s Day breakfast always send a message to insiders. This year, it was all about Senator Scott Brown. He’s their man.

Atkins, for hire, helps keep Parker’s ‘Spenser’ on the case

The 40th novel in the “Spenser’’ detective series is due out May 1. It is the first not written by the prolific writer, Robert B. Parker, but by crime novelist Ace Atkins.

Tech Lab

New services let users expand on their Facebook network

Tools and apps let users expand on their online networks by identifying shared interests, which helps them make new friends.

Globe Talk: Boston, a Comedy Capital

Watch the video of this Globe Talk event, featuring local comedians Dave Russo, Anthony Scibelli, Tony V, Jimmy Tingle, and Lenny Clarke sharing stories about the Boston comedy scene. Laughs guaranteed. (Editor’s note: This video contains strong language.)

Inside The Boston Globe

Mild winter raises forest fire threat

‘‘The Hunger Games’’ stars Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen, who is chosen to represent her district in nationally televised killing games.

Movie Review

‘The Hunger Games’ aims for solid entertainment and hits the mark

Myles Webster, 22, of Litchfield, N.H., was arrested Thursday and charged with shooting a Manchester police officer multiple times Wednesday night.

Man charged with shooting N.H. officer

Panel urges pharmacy tobacco sales ban

Art Review

‘Art on the Marquee’ inspires and challenges

Boston crafts show spotlights steampunk designers

After delay, Jets land Tim Tebow

Editorial | 'Casablanca' at 70

As time goes by

Restaurant wage suit gaining steam

Mel Parnell, 89; won more games than any Sox lefty

Gambling commission light on casino experience

Food

Munch Madness 2012

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Greig was busy with bank after her arrest

Catherine Greig moved funds from one bank account and transferred her interest in her family’s house to her twin sister in the months after she was arrested.