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| Georgia man wins Mount Washington bike race Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:01:00 EDT MOUNT WASHINGTON, N.H. (AP) — A college student from Georgia finished nearly two minutes ahead of his closest competitor yesterday to win the 36th annual Mount Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb. |
| In Brief Sat, 16 Aug 2008 22:22:00 EDT Tropical Storm Fay bears down on Cuba PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti — Flooding from Tropical Storm Fay killed four people in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, and authorities warned yesterday that the storm could reach hurricane strength as it barreled toward Cuba. |
| Sides gearing up for income tax repeal fight Sat, 16 Aug 2008 22:21:00 EDT BOSTON — Supporters and opponents of the ballot question eliminating the statewide income tax are gearing up for a fight for votes this fall, raising money and rounding up volunteers. While neither side will say how much money they've raised or spent so far this year — they'll have to disclose both early next month — both campaigns say they're confident they'll have enough to make their case to the public. |
| Phelps swims into history, winning 7th gold medal Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:10:00 EDT BEIJING — Michael Phelps swam into history with a magnificent finish Saturday morning, tying Mark Spitz with his seventh gold medal by the narrowest of margins in the 100-meter butterfly. His arms soaring across the water one last time, Phelps got his hand on the wall a hundredth of a second ahead of Serbia's Milorad Cavic. Phelps' time was 50.58 seconds, the only time in these Olympics that Phelps won an event without breaking the world record. |
| NFL players hooked on 'Madden' video game Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:09:00 EDT NEW YORK (AP) — The opposition was throwing the ball all over the place when Marshall Faulk watched his son's football game last year. Afterward, the 12-year-old lamented that his team didn't use the cover-2 defense. |
| Gay shows no problems in breezing through 100 dash prelims Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:09:00 EDT Track and field Tyson Gay coasted through two 100 meter preliminary heats, showing his left hamstring is just fine six weeks after hurting it at the U.S. Olympic trials. World record-holder Usain Bolt and the guy he took it from, fellow Jamaican Asafa Powell, also advanced easily to the final 16. All three are expected to make Saturday's final — perhaps the most highly anticipated event of the 10-day track and field meet at the Bird's Nest. |
| Red Sox-Blue Jays game washed out Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:07:00 EDT BOSTON (AP) — Considering the number of runs the Red Sox scored against the Texas Rangers, a rainout might have been the only thing that could have possibly slowed down Boston. "You come off a series against Texas where it feels like you're scoring 12 runs a game," said Red Sox shortstop Jed Lowrie, who was 7-for-12 in the series and drove in five runs. "You want to keep things rolling." |
| Sports briefs Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:06:00 EDT BASKETBALL The Eastern Raiders fall AAU tryouts will be held Aug. 18, Aug. 22, Aug. 25 and Sept. 1 at the Sterling YMCA Teen Center gym, 254 Essex St., Beverly. Those trying out need to attend just one session. You may also register online at www.easternhoopleague.com/fall aau program.htm. The tryout fee is $20 at the door. This is for boys and girls 9 to 19 years old (fourth grade through high school senior). Girls tryouts will run from 6 to 7:15 p.m. and boys tryouts take place from 7:30 to 9 p.m. For more information, call Doug Lindland at 978-869-9980 or e-mail doug@easternhoopleague.com. |
| Ex-PHS hoop star
bound for Bentley Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:06:00 EDT Kevin Bettencourt will be coaching basketball somewhere other than Salem State College this year. That somewhere will not be Peabody High, however. Bettencourt, Peabody's all-time leading scorer who went on to a brilliant Division 1 college career at Bucknell University, has accepted a position as a Bentley College assistant. |
| Swampscott's Kiely enjoying move back to the bullpen Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:05:00 EDT Tim Kiely has a new role, and it appears tailor made to fit his talents. The former Trinity (Conn.) College All-American pitcher, who guided his team to the Division 3 NCAA title this year before being drafted by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in the 27th round of the Major League Baseball amateur draft, is now the setup man for the Cedar Rapids (Iowa) Kernels. |
| Ipswich's Abele to play in Poland Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:04:00 EDT George Abele of Ipswich has been saying for months that he can't wait to play pro football in Europe. His wait just got much shorter. Abele, 23, was counting on going overseas next March, but a spot opened up with a top team in Wroclaw, Poland and he'll be joining the organization next week. Abele, a linebacker who starred at Ipswich High and Mt. Ida College, will be available for the Wroclaw Crew's final five games and a possible championship game in the Polish League of American Football (PLAF). |
| Basketball Magnet; Eastern Hoop League attracts 1,700 kids Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:03:00 EDT WENHAM — Nick Gagliolo of Peabody simply looks like a basketball player. At 14 years old, he's nearly 6-feet-2-inches tall and he has a wiry, athletic build. Chances are he'd be playing ball just about anywhere this summer, but he's most comfortable playing with his buddies for the Delta Equity team in the Eastern Hoop League. |
| Patriots sign Lynch; Moss says he's 'nervous' Fri, 15 Aug 2008 23:59:00 EDT FOXBOROUGH (AP) — John Lynch thought he'd end his football career with the Denver Broncos. Now the veteran safety and nine-time Pro Bowl pick, who spent four seasons with Denver after 11 years with Tampa Bay, has signed with the New England Patriots. |
| David Shribman: Idea of Lincolnesque bipartisan cabinet gains increasing support Sat, 16 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT Recent political polls have shown that the slice of Americans who consider themselves independents is about the same size or bigger than those who consider themselves Republicans or Democrats. If that's the case, then why should the candidate who wins the November election surround himself exclusively with members of his own party? |
| Our view: Taxpayers, kids victims of rigid public bidding rules Sat, 16 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT There has to be a better way to manage major public construction projects. Manchester and Essex, in the midst of building a new, $49 million regional middle and high school, may get what they are paying for. But then, they may not. |
| Letter: Neighborhood problem solved with city's help Sat, 16 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT To the editor: Being someone who buys your paper daily, I have noticed that on many Saturdays you include letters thanking people for various contributions to the common good. I would like to join that list. |
| Thanks: Golf tourney keeps D.A.R.E. going in Danvers Sat, 16 Aug 2008 06:00:00 EDT To the editor: The Danvers Police Juvenile Division would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone involved in the 2008 Danvers Police D.A.R.E. Golf Tournament. With the help of the business community, volunteers, and all the golfers, we were able to raise more than $7,500. Because of fundraisers like this and the continued support of our community, the town of Danvers will continue to educate children through D.A.R.E. Thanks to all the residents and businesses who donated generously toward our raffle prizes. |
| Sarah P. Murphy
and John G. Cain IV Sat, 16 Aug 2008 01:00:00 EDT Stephen and Patrice Murphy of Byfield are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Sarah Patrice Murphy to John Graham Cain IV, son of Ms. Linda Cain of Bradford. Sarah is a graduate of Triton Regional High School, Class of 2003 She also graduated from Northern Essex Community College where she received an Associates in Science. She is employed as a Respiratory Therapist at the Exeter Hospital, in Exeter, N.H. |
| Lindsay M. Soulard
and Timothy M. Roberts Sat, 16 Aug 2008 01:00:00 EDT David and Barbara Soulard of Salem, Mass. are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Lindsay Marie Soulard to Timothy Michael Roberts, son of Michael and Deborah Roberts of Salem, N.H. Lindsay is a graduate of Salem High School, Class of 2000. She also graduated from Assumption College, Class of 2004. She is employed at Lois Paul & Partners in Woburn, as a Senior Account Representative. |
| Diana M. Siebert
and Steven M. Gargan Fri, 15 Aug 2008 19:19:00 EDT Diana Mary Siebert and Steven Mark Gargan were married on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2007. The wedding mass was celebrated by Fr. Marc Piche at the Immaculate Conception Church in Newburyport. Deacon Richard Siebert, father of the bride, officiated at the Rite of Marriage. The reception was held at the Andover Room of the Georgetown Country Club. |
| Suzanne Cookman
and David Roberge Fri, 15 Aug 2008 19:18:00 EDT George and Sally Cookman of West Newbury are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Suzanne Cookman to David Roberge, son of David and Deborah Roberge of Hampton, N.H. Suzanne is a graduate of Pentucket Regional High School. She graduated from Syracuse University where she received a BS, Retail Management, cum laude. She works as a Merchandise Distributor at Talbots, in Hingham. |
| Ashley D. Crooker
and Matthew J. Tina Fri, 15 Aug 2008 19:17:00 EDT Nancie and Danny Crooker of Peabody, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Ashley Danielle Crooker to Matthew Joseph Tina, son of Maria Tina of Marblehead. Ashley is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, where she received a degree in Communication and Education. She works as a teacher for the Revere Public Schools. |
| Joanna Read
and Jonathan Cotter Fri, 15 Aug 2008 19:16:00 EDT John and Rosalyn Read of Rockport are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Joanna Read to Jonathan Cotter, son of Norman and Cynthia Cotter, of Rehoboth. Joanna is a graduate of Hamilton Wenham Regional High School, in South Hamilton. She graduated from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst where she received a degree in Studio Art and Art History, Cum Laude. She works as an Event Coordinator at the Rockport Art Association, in Rockport. |
| Heather L. Snider
and Shaun J. Depreist Fri, 15 Aug 2008 19:15:00 EDT Mr. and Mrs. Walter M. Snider of Manchester by-the-Sea, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Heather Lynn Snider, to Shaun Joe Depreist. Shaun is the son of Bernadette Crossland and Ashley DePriest, of Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard. |
| Shauna L. LaRosa
and Daniel E. Jamroz Fri, 15 Aug 2008 19:14:00 EDT Mr. and Mrs. Charles LaRosa of Danvers, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter Shauna Lynn to Daniel E. Jamroz, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel E. Jamroz of South Hadley. Shauna is a graduate of Danvers High School and Providence College where she received a B.S. in Finance. She is employed at Raytheon Company and works in the Advanced Technology business area doing financial planning and analysis. |
| Weekend calendar Fri, 15 Aug 2008 20:51:00 EDT Art Saturday, Aug. 16, Oliver Balf, reception, 2 to 4 p.m., Topsfield Public Library, 1 S. Common St. Exhibiting artist for August, an exhibit of still lifes, landscapes and jazz paintings. Benefits |
| North Shore religion calendar Fri, 15 Aug 2008 20:50:00 EDT Saturday, Aug. 16 Yard sale, 8 a.m. to noon, First Church of Danvers, 41 Centre St. Rain or shine. Sunday, Aug. 17 Religious education registration at St. Margaret Parish, 9:30 to 11 a.m., 672 Hale St., Beverly, in the parish Rectory. Classes begin in October for students in grades kindergarten to eight and for confirmation preparation (high school). Limited space available in many classes. Contact Mary Murray at 978-927-5302. |
| North Shore religion news in brief Fri, 15 Aug 2008 20:47:00 EDT A welcome reception for Rabbi Howard A. Kosovske will be held Sunday, Sept. 7, at 4 p.m., at Congregation Tifereth Israel, 8 Pierpont St., Peabody. Light refreshments will be served. Public invited to attend, but space is limited, therefore RSVP with a donation of $10 per person payable to Congregation Tifereth Israel, c/o Jerry Pressman, 8 Tara Road, Peabody, MA 01960, by Aug. 22. |
| PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Little Miss Seabrook and Miss Seabrook Fri, 15 Aug 2008 15:42:00 EDT Little Miss Seabrook contestants line up from left, Kailynn Sophia Fowler, Hannah Allen, Savanna Greene, Skylar Ann Brown, Breanna Jaden Butland and Courthey Randall. Photo by Angeljean Chiaramida |
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| Stores lure shoppers on sales tax holiday weekend Saturday August 16, 2008 In what is becoming a late summer ritual, shop owners are luring in bargain-hunting shoppers during the state's two-day tax-free weekend. |
| 3 futures won't come Saturday August 16, 2008 ORANGE - One friend dying in a car crash would have been bad enough, something no teen should ever have to experience. |
| Chemist considers legal action over materials seized Saturday August 16, 2008 MARLBORO - Victor M. Deeb is wondering why 20 years of his work was thrown away. |
| Student is not indicted in heist Saturday August 16, 2008 Matthew E. Haney insisted from the get-go that he was not the masked man who robbed two bank tellers at gunpoint in June. |
| Georgia's leader grudgingly signs a truce Saturday August 16, 2008 TBILISI, Georgia - Georgia's president grudgingly signed a truce with Russia yesterday, even as he denounced the Russians as invading barbarians and accused the West of all but encouraging them to overrun his country. A stone-faced Condoleezza Rice, standing alongside, said Russian troops must withdraw immediately from their smaller neighbor. |
| Bigfoot corpse evidence fuzzy at best, say skeptics Saturday August 16, 2008 PALO ALTO, Calif. - Bigfoot or big fat lie? |
| OK to take prisoners' money Saturday August 16, 2008 BOSTON - The state's highest court ruled yesterday that inmates' personal and savings accounts may be docked by prison officials as a disciplinary sanction. |
| U.S.: Iraqi killers train in Iran Saturday August 16, 2008 WASHINGTON - Iraqi Shiite assassination teams are being trained in at least four locations in Iran by Tehran's elite Quds Force and Lebanese Hezbollah and are planning to return to Iraq in the next few months to kill specific Iraqi officials as well as U.S. and Iraqi troops, according to intelligence gleaned from captured militia fighters and other sources in Iraq. |
| 9 killed in fire copter crash honored Saturday August 16, 2008 CENTRAL POINT, Ore. - Under a hot sun filtering through skies hazy with smoke from burning forests, a chrome fire bell tolled yesterday to honor nine men killed in the crash of a firefighting helicopter in northern California. |
| Paint case fees at stake Saturday August 16, 2008 PROVIDENCE - A lawyer for Rhode Island said yesterday that three former lead paint companies should not be allowed to recoup costs from a nine-year legal fight with the state that ended last month in their favor. |
| NEWS BRIEFS Saturday August 16, 2008 BOSTON - The FBI said yesterday that it matched fingerprints from a German man's decades-old immigration papers to a kidnapping suspect who calls himself Clark Rockefeller - the first forensic link to a conclusion California authorities had already made. |
| Good question Saturday August 16, 2008 Question: Where is Maggie Rodriguez of CBS News from, and where can I write to CBS News? |
| E. coli found in town water Saturday August 16, 2008 DUDLEY - Until further notice, the town is under an order to boil water because of E. coli bacteria. |
| Three arrested in twisted case Saturday August 16, 2008 WORCESTER - It started with a safe heist in Connecticut, morphed into an alleged beating and kidnapping here, and ended with the victim in the first crime charged with the latter ones, police said. |
| City parks at bottom of fiscal totem pole Saturday August 16, 2008 WORCESTER - Under the shade of a small tree, Keilia Shaw, 39, of Holden lounged on a blanket with her mother, enjoying a small picnic between them. |
| Woman set to fire off on skeets Saturday August 16, 2008 LUNENBURG - Maureen Siemen is the only registered woman skeet shooter in northern Central Massachusetts and she is using her status to revive the sport in the area with this weekend's "For the Love of Skeet" competition. |
| Health center hosts annual fair Saturday August 16, 2008 WORCESTER - For Frances M. Anthes, president of the Family Health Center of Worcester, one of the most important aspects of the center is that it has been a "thread of continuity" for generations of families through the years. |
| SJC decision favors lawyer Saturday August 16, 2008 Disbarred lawyer James N. Ellis Jr. has been doing legal work this year, but he was only representing himself, a state Supreme Judicial Court justice recently ruled. |
| Mother charged with assaulting 2-year-old son Saturday August 16, 2008 WORCESTER - "He was always crying for nothing" was the response a city woman reportedly gave detectives yesterday before her arrest for allegedly seriously injuring her 2-year-old son earlier this week, officials said. |
| Carmelite community recognition rescinded Saturday August 16, 2008 WORCESTER - In the spring of 2007, members of the tiny religious Community of Teresian Carmelites gathered to toast their successful acquisition of 99 acres on Asnebumskit Hill, upon which they hoped to build a monastery and wind farm. |
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