News by You: A Teacher Honored, News for Moms and More

South End Patch is nothing without its readers. Check out some of the great information, ideas and events posted by South Enders over the last day:

New comments

• : South End Patch reader Peggy Ann wanted to thank a preschool teacher for her efforts in the classroom, saying in part  “What an honor to know someone like you actually teaching those little people. There was no such thing in my town for education in school before 1st grade. Just parents and I was lucky to have a teacher at home. Many kids don't. Continued success in your field, Helen. and Congratulations! You are unique.”

There are conversations happening on other stories, too, including:

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New blog posts

• : Senator Scott Brown and his wife, Gail Huff visited staff and patients at Boston medical Center.
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New announcements

• : This past weekend Metro Moms Boston, Boston's first social networking company for moms and moms-to-be launched at Coco Baby in the South End. 
• : Angela Gentile, a ninth-grade English teacher at Boston Latin Academy ran the Boston Athletic Association’s 116th Boston Marathon on Monday, April 16, 2012. Gentile ran the 26.2- mile race to help raise money for the academy.
• : Now's the time! Sharing daily life with a teenager from another country and culture is a rich and rewarding experience, and it's a wonderful way to bring more understanding into the world.
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New events listed

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Directory listings claimed by South End business owners

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