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American Apparel offered ethically made clothes—and regressive sexual politics. A new book gives a portrait of its sleaze-ball founder.

LOWELL — Eva Reyes, of Lowell, is one of 30 students who was recognized with a $2,000 scholarship as part of the Teamsters Local 25 Memorial Scholarship Awards.

GROTON — The Sally Chapin Piano Competition was held on April 30, in the 300-seat Meadow Hall of the Groton Hill Music Center. Twenty students ages 8-17 competed.

TEWKSBURY — There's still time to save a spot in the "Squishies Decorating" craft program at the Tewksbury Public Library for grades 6-12, Wednesday, May 10, from 3:30 to 4 p.m., 300 Chandler St.