Victim in electrocution identified

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Authorities have identified the man who was electrocuted Thursday while removing an antenna from a Taunton home as Michael E. Messina, 58, of Easton. Messina's obituary describes him as a devoted husband to Loretta "Lori" (Richman) Messina and beloved father of two girls, Olivia and Maria. Messina was a master carpenter, construction supervisor and real estate investor, according to the obituary published by Kane Funeral Home. Learn more about his life here. 

A two-century-old home in the city's Historical District, off Church Green, has sold. The Federal-style estate, with 4,000 square feet of living space, six bedrooms and three bathrooms, was built in 1825 and "has stood the test time," according to the home's description, from listing agent Keller Williams Realty. It sold for $750,000 on June 9. Get a peek inside. 

On the 50th anniversary of the Cape Verdean Recognition Day Parade, Cape Verdean Recognition Committee President Ivan Brito has more than just a party to look forward to. It’s the first parade since the beginning of the COVID pandemic began, and they’re trying to make it extra special. Here’s what you can expect. 

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