News 2008-07-02 Andanh.com

Mass. state senator indicted for sexual harassment Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:38:00 EDT
BOSTON (AP) — A Massachusetts grand jury yesterday indicted a state senator on charges that he allegedly sexually harassed four women in a single day in Lowell before giving a false identity to police officers and fleeing from the scene last month.

Massachusetts news in brief Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:37:00 EDT
Mass. Speaker backs national popular vote push
BOSTON (AP) — House Speaker Salvatore DiMasi says he supports an initiative to bypass the Electoral College and guarantee the winner of the popular vote nationally is elected president.

Video shows woman dying on Brooklyn hospital floor Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:37:00 EDT
NEW YORK (AP) — City hospital officials agreed in court yesterday to implement reforms at a psychiatric ward where surveillance footage showed a woman falling from her chair, writhing on the floor and dying as workers failed to help for more than an hour.

Stepfather of missing Vt. girl facing federal charge Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:36:00 EDT
BETHEL, Vt. (AP) — The former stepfather of a missing Vermont girl was arrested and authorities said yesterday he would be charged with obstructing justice for destroying evidence.
Neither the FBI nor the head of state police discussed what evidence Ray Gagnon is alleged to have destroyed or whether that evidence was part of the investigation into 12-year-old Brooke Bennett's disappearance or unrelated sexual assault accusations against him.

Domesticated chimp is missing in California forest Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:36:00 EDT
LOS ANGELES — A 42-year-old chimpanzee who is toilet-trained and can eat with a knife and fork is believed to be at large in a Southern California forest after escaping his cage.
The chimp called Moe disappeared Friday from Jungle Exotics, which trains animals for the entertainment industry. The chimp wandered into a house next door, surprising construction workers who saw him head for a nearby mountain.

Governor signs bill increasing cigarette tax to $2.51 per pack Tue, 01 Jul 2008 21:57:00 EDT
BOSTON — The tax on a pack of cigarettes in Massachusetts will jump by a dollar under a bill signed into law by Gov. Deval Patrick.
The tax, one of the highest in the nation, goes into effect immediately.

Search for missing Vermont girl turns to uncle's property Tue, 01 Jul 2008 01:27:00 EDT
CHELSEA, Vt. (AP) — The uncle of a missing 12-year-old girl — one of the last to see her before she vanished — pleaded not guilty yesterday in what police called unrelated sex assaults on another underage girl, who told them the man was involved in a child sex ring.

Family questions police in arrest of Celtics fan Tue, 01 Jul 2008 01:26:00 EDT
BOSTON (AP) — The parents of a man who stopped breathing after his arrest during the Boston Celtics NBA championship celebration are raising questions about his death, and what happened while he was in police custody.

Expert: Girl was mauled on popular grizzly trail Tue, 01 Jul 2008 01:25:00 EDT
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A 14-year-old girl mauled by a bear as she rode in a 24-hour mountain bike race was on a city trail known to be regularly patrolled by grizzlies.
Strong winds made it hard to hear. The early morning hour and salmon in a nearby stream made the location so dangerous even other bears kept their distance.

Government considering euthanizing wild horses Tue, 01 Jul 2008 01:25:00 EDT
RENO, Nev. (AP) — Federal officials are considering euthanizing wild horses to deal with the growing population on the range and in holding facilities, authorities said yesterday.
Wild horses have overpopulated public lands and the U.S. Bureau of Land Management can't afford to care for the number of mustangs that have been rounded up, said Henri Bisson, the agency's deputy director. Also, fewer people are adopting the horses, he said.

3-D mammograms, cameras may improve breast exams Tue, 01 Jul 2008 01:24:00 EDT
WASHINGTON (AP) — Remember peeking through a View-Master? Scientists are using the same concept behind the classic kids' toy to try to see mammograms in 3-D.
The goal: A better way to check for breast cancer in women with breasts too dense for today's mammograms to give a clear picture.

Business briefcase Tue, 01 Jul 2008 05:30:00 EDT
New Businesses
Energy Within boutique fitness studio has opened at 20 Sewall St., Marblehead.
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Bob Baer recently opened AEDs New England in Beverly. The business deals in automated external defibrillators and offers services to help customers reach a level of preparedness at affordable prices.

Tax-exempt properties Tue, 01 Jul 2008 05:30:00 EDT
How much is your town worth? How much do schools, government offices and nonprofit agencies remove from the tax base?
Total property Tax-exempt Amount
value properties tax exempt
Beverly $5,914 million $347.5 million 5.55%

Foreign visitors spur boost in local tourism Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:52:00 EDT
The economy may not be booming, but tourism certainly is.
People are still traveling, shopping, sightseeing, staying in hotels and eating out in the area. Many of these people, however, live either a day's drive away or across the Atlantic.

Kerry Segal and Murat Erkan Tue, 01 Jul 2008 09:30:00 EDT
Ms. Carol S. Segal, of Peabody, is pleased to announce the engagement of her daughter, Honor Kerry Segal to Murat Erkan.
Honor Segal is also the daughter of the late Attorney Ronald Ian Segal. Ms. Segal is a graduate of Pierce Law and is an Assistant District Attorney in Essex County.

Amesbury holds on, 3-1 over Gloucester American Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:15:00 EDT
GLOUCESTER — Down 3-1 with the bases loaded and two outs in the sixth, Gloucester American catcher Michael Falzarano lined a pitch to right at Boudreau Field. Amesbury right fielder Jack Cashman didn't even have time to react, so he put his glove out there and snagged the rope to end the game.

Bay State Ballers Local athletes looking to repeat and impress scouts Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:56:00 EDT
NEWBURYPORT — The dawning of July has finally seized the River Rival region, and as spring's motley weather system has succumbed to summer swelter, America's favorite pastime continues to trudge onward.

Nor'Easters one hit, one run, one win Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:55:00 EDT
Baseball
Newburyport 1, Danvers 0
Ones were wild in favor of Newburyport last night as Danvers held the Nor'Easters to one hit and one run, which was still enough for one more Post 150 win, 1-0.

Sox fall to Rays again Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:55:00 EDT
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Matt Garza pitched seven strong innings in his first outing since throwing a one-hitter, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat Boston and nemesis Tim Wakefield 3-1 last night.
The win extended their lead in the AL East to 21/2 games over the second-place Red Sox.

Bruins sign former Canadiens RW Michael Ryder Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:52:00 EDT
BOSTON — The Boston Bruins have signed right wing Michael Ryder in hopes of strengthening their mediocre offense.
Ryder signed a multiyear contract yesterday after spending all four of his NHL seasons with the Montreal Canadiens, where he scored 30 goals in two consecutive seasons before dropping to 14 last season.

Williams sisters closing in on Wimbledon final Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:52:00 EDT
WIMBLEDON, England — One prematch glance yesterday at the data displayed on those fancy, new digital scoreboards at staid, old Wimbledon provided a pretty persuasive case for why Venus Williams might be considered the woman to beat.

Local sports briefs Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:51:00 EDT
Sports Books
Local author Joseph M. Orlando's new book, "The Shortstop's Redemption", is now available. This fictious tale about ballplayer Jimmy Cheverus, a star shortstop who leaves his home in Gloucester to try and make it in the big leagues, only to return home after he failed to make the bigs and must now win back the love and trust of those he once left behind. For more information on the book, please visit www.josephmorlando.com.

Aces up: Johnson dominates and Nor'Easters cruise Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:54:00 EDT
BOXFORD — It was over before it ever got going.
Matching ace pitcher for ace pitcher, Newburyport's Michael Johnson dazzled throwing six innings of three-hit no-run ball, while his Nor'Easter teammates got to Middleton's ace Kyle Shepard for four runs in the top of first and cruised the rest of the way for the 7-0 win.

Byfield A's will add trophy to Newbury Elementary display Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:53:00 EDT
BYFIELD — The Byfield A's will add a new piece of hardware to the Newbury Elementary School trophy case next fall.
The Byfield A's guaranteed as much last night with a 9-4 World Series-clinching victory over the Byfield Braves in the majors division. With the title, the A's guaranteed that the Byfield Newbury Little League's champion's trophy will reside at Newbury Elementary for the next year.

Newburyport's 13s sweep doubleheader Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:52:00 EDT
Intertown Baseball League
Newburyport 13-year-olds win two
Newburyport beat North Andover, 15-5, on Saturday in the first game of a double-header. Patrick Crowley earned the victory on the mound. Evan Habib and Colby Morris had two hits each. Newburyport posted an 11-0 victory over Amesbury in the late game. Nick Bragole had eight strike outs in four innings. Mike Sweeney and Camden Armstrong pitched a scoreless inning each. Brian Fiascone scored three runs.

Rowley driver wins at Loudon Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:52:00 EDT
LOUDON, N.H. — Rowley's Eddie MacDonald posted his first win at New Hampshire Motor Speedway and did so in dramatic fashion Friday evening with a fantastic green-white-checkered finish in the NASCAR Camping World East Series Heluva Good! Summer 125. The NEMO/Grimm Construction-sponsored Chevy battled the No. 1 car door-to-door, swapping the lead several times over five laps until a caution flag on lap 122 forced the overtime.

Boys Tennis All-Star Team Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:51:00 EDT
2008 All-Star Boys Tennis Team
Player%School%Yr.%Position
' Jeff Boyd%Pentucket%Sr.%First Singles
Nic Filipancic%Newburyport%So.%First Singles
Matt Incontri%Amesbury%Jr.%First Doubles
Nick Ross%Newburyport%So.%Third Singles

Daily News Spring All-Star teams Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:51:00 EDT
The Daily News continues its annual spring sports all-star teams today. One all-star team is featured each day from June 30 until Wednesday, July 9, followed by the spring Coaches of the Year on Thursday, July 10.

Surprising Rays beat Red Sox to stay in 1st place Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:51:00 EDT
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — James Shields scattered five hits over 61/3 innings and B.J. Upton and Gabe Gross homered to help the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Boston Red Sox 5-4.
Last night's win opens a 11/2-game division lead for the Rays.

Local schedule Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:50:00 EDT
Today
POST 150 LEGION BASEBALL: Danvers at Newburyport (6 p.m., Eiras Field)
Tomorrow
NORTH SHORE BASEBALL LEAGUE: Newburyport at Peabody (8 p.m., Twi Field)

Our view: Another costly mandate from Beacon Hill Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:40:00 EDT
Budget shortfalls and economic uncertainties are apparently of little concern to some on Beacon Hill, who continue to spend as though we were in boom times rather than on the verge of another Great Depression. Having just passed a bill that would significantly increase hospitals' personnel costs, the House of Representatives is now threatening to impose an equally heavy burden on all Massachusetts employers.

As I See It: Add Yankee Homecoming to list of region's winners Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:39:00 EDT
If you're a sports fan, as most of us are, New England is the place to live. The Celtics join the Red Sox and Patriots in bringing championships, and life is good. Looking at the big picture, the right ingredients, like making an apple pie, produce winners. Hopefully, we'll be adding the Bruins to our list of champions.

Letter: Taste of Amesbury enjoyed by all Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:38:00 EDT
To the editor:
All of us at The Newburyport Five Cents Savings Bank would like to extend our gratitude and appreciation to those who attended and helped make The Taste of Amesbury a great and "tasty" experience on Saturday, June 14. This event was part of the bank's celebration activities for our new office located at 43 Main St. in downtown Amesbury.

Letter: Sunday's not the same without Russert Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:37:00 EDT
To the editor:
Thank you for publishing Larry Giantonio's letter, "Saddened by Russert's passing." I was also puzzled at first by feeling as though I had lost a treasured family member. My Sundays were planned to include his "Meet the Press" times and I valued getting his full-rounded, intelligent coverage of topics of national and international importance. The ususal snippets from major news suppliers are inadequate. The trusty triumvirate of Bill Moyers, James Carroll and Tim Russert is now sadly diminished! That uncompromising Jesuit insistence on thorough research and inquiry which he brought to his life and work has helped us all.

Letter: Less dishwashing detergent needed with Port's soft water Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:36:00 EDT
To the editor:
Every year when we receive the report from Newburyport's Water Works Department on our water quality, I always think of writing this letter to the community. Our report arrived today and this year I am sharing a conservation/environmental tip in regards to automatic dishwashing detergent.

Letter: ZBA's actions on clam shack decision suspect Tue, 01 Jul 2008 03:35:00 EDT
To the editor:
No one likes to lose an argument. If the argument was fair with no external influences afoot, then we could shrug our shoulders and say, "Oh, well, we did our best but it was not persuasive enough." That is not what happened at the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) meeting on June 10. We have been urged by countless numbers of people to describe the process and the results. So, here goes.

On Point - The Science of Spirituality
Renowned psychiatrist George Vaillant makes the claim we're hardwired for faith, hope and love.

On Point - Young, Unmarried, with Children
For the first time in America, over half of all mothers under thirty are unwed. We look at the impact on children, families, and the whole American economy.

Stories of Worcester's Former Slaves
The forgotten stories of Worcester's former slaves have been republished for the first time in more than 100 years.

Boston Boy Wounded in Crossfire
A seven-year-old boy apparently caught in crossfire between two cars was wounded as he played outside in a Roxbury neighborhood.

Chelsea Schools Hit Crossroads
Twenty years after a takeover by Boston University, the Chelsea School Committe regains control of its schools today. (WBUR)

Celtics Fan Death Disputed
Parents of man who died in police custody want their own investigation.

Here And Now - Political Rumors
Political Rumors, Andrew Bacevich, Slow Food, Elder Love, SAT Score Reporting Policy, Passing Strange

Literary Landmarks Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:42:36 +0000
Walden, Orchard House and The Mount are just a few of the major literary landmarks in Massachusetts. We’ll look at some of these places and some that are not yet on the landmark map. Check out some of the literary landmarks we visited this week, and add images of your [...]

Selectman to debate recycling sticker fee July 8 Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
STONEHAM, MA - The public works department will continue to honor last year's recycling stickers until the Selectmen decide next month whether to institute a fee for use of the recycling yard. According to Public Works Director Robert Grover, he will recommend that a $30 recycling sticker charge by imposed on July 8, when the Selectmen are scheduled to discuss the issue. Grover would not advise the charge, if the Selectmen were to impose a trash fee in FY'09. "Right now, we'll have to honor the old ones," said the public works director, when asked what will...

Olson reflects on rookie year at helm of school system Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
STONEHAM, MA - Just one year ago next Tuesday, he came into Stoneham with about the same welcome that a fan in pinstripes receives at Fenway Park. But since that time, Schools Supt. Dr. Les Olson has certainly restored some frayed relationships and assured his critics that he can manage the helm of the town's education system. When Olson took over for retired Supt. Dr. Joseph Connelly last July, he was at the center of a brewing maelstrom, which centered upon his hiring over veteran Stoneham High School Principal Dr. Thomas Ryan. Just weeks later, with the community still...

Clocks for local stores selling cigarettes promotes ID check Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0400
STONEHAM, MA - Local stores are now receiving vivid, colorful clocks that remind store employees to ID younger looking customers who want to purchase cigarettes. "Time to ID, that's the message," said Ron Beauregard, Director of Healthy Communities Tobacco Control Program, a program representing the Stoneham Board of Health on tobacco control issues. His organization is distributing the clocks free of charge to all stores that sell tobacco. In addition to displaying the time of day, each clock displays a lighted sign that reminds retail store employees to ID anyone buying...

Phones out in Ashby, Ashburnham, Townsend and Westminster Tuesday July 1, 2008
In Ashby, Ashuburnham, Townsend and Westminster, residential and business telephone service was knocked out earlier today by a vehicle that struck part of a Verizon substation on Route 2A in Westminster.

Theater owners will pay fine for asbestos removal Tuesday July 1, 2008
FITCHBURG - Two men pleaded no contest today to charges they illegally removed asbestos from the old Fitchburg Theater building on Main Street.

Man charged with pair of bank holdups in Worcester Tuesday July 1, 2008
WORCESTER - A man accused of robbing two banks on Grafton Street in a span of 72 hours was ordered held on $40,000 cash bail at his arraignment today in Central District Court.

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