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| Students’ subway security talk canceled by court order Fri, 8 Aug 2008 00:00:00 -0400 By Michael McGraw-Herdeg and Marissa Vogt STAFF REPORTER Three MIT students will not be presenting their security research at the annual DEF CON hacker convention this weekend because of a temporary restraining order filed by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority on Friday afternoon. The students — legally represented by the Electronic Frontier Foundation, a nonprofit advocacy group — are appealing the order. |
| Saber women give US most medals after Day 1 Sun, 10 Aug 2008 01:00:00 EDT BEIJING — With Day 1 of the Beijing Olympics almost done, the U.S. medal count was nonexistent. Cuba, Uzbekistan and 16 other countries all had bragging rights over the Americans. The closest thing to glory was a Colorado resident winning gold for the Czech Republic. |
| Red Sox beat White Sox; Contreras out for year Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:56:00 EDT CHICAGO — Red Sox pitcher Daisuke Matsuzaka threw his longest outing of the season and David Ortiz hit a three-run double to help Boston beat the Chicago White Sox 6-2 on Saturday night. The White Sox's already-shaky pitching depth took a tumble in the second inning when Jose Contreras left the game with a likely season-ending Achilles' tendon injury. The 36-year-old Contreras ruptured his Achilles' trying to cover first on a grounder. Contreras collapsed on the field and needed help to leave the game. |
| 1 down, 7 to go for Phelps in Beijing Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:55:00 EDT BEIJING — Michael Phelps got one of his toughest races out of the way, and it couldn't have been any easier. With President Bush cheering him on, Phelps dominated his first event of the Beijing Olympics on Sunday morning, crushing his own world record and all hopes of his challengers with a mark of 4 minutes, 3.84 seconds in the 400-meter individual medley. |
| ESPN adding six hours on weekdays Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:52:00 EDT ESPN executives had to scramble five years ago when slugger Sammy Sosa got caught with a corked bat. A major news story was developing, but all the network had scheduled to air early the next day were replays of the previous night's SportsCenter. ESPN rushed to go live, and the results were eye-opening. Ratings shot up, even though viewers had no advance notice of the additional coverage. |
| Mount Shasta glaciers growing, despite warming Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:36:00 EDT MOUNT SHASTA, Calif. — Global warming is shrinking glaciers all over the world, but the seven tongues of ice creeping down Mount Shasta's flanks are a rare exception: They are the only long-established glaciers in the lower 48 states that are growing. |
| Shelton Little League wins spot in World Series Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:35:00 EDT BRISTOL, Conn. (AP) — Shelton's National Little League team won a spot yesterdayday in the Little League World Series, the first Connecticut team to reach that milestone in almost 20 years. Tyler Tice and Marcelo Ursini hit solo homers in the sixth inning as Shelton came from behind for a 2-1 win over Manchester, N.H., North in the New England Little League championship. |
| Bush juggles crises on Olympic trip Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:34:00 EDT BEIJING — Juggling sports and strife, President Bush set about tending to delicate relations with China's leaders as troubles kept dogging his whirlwind Olympic adventure. Bush's meeting with Chinese President Hu Jintao today comes amid persistent criticism over how China treats its own people. The U.S. president promised again to prod Hu to let people speak and pray freely without harassment. China says that is a matter it can handle without outside meddling. |
| Guaranteed health care key plank in Dems' platform Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:33:00 EDT PITTSBURGH — Democrats shaped a set of principles yesterday that commits the party to guaranteed health care for all, heading off a potentially divisive debate and edging the party closer to the position of Barack Obama's defeated rival, Hillary Rodham Clinton. |
| High oil prices ignite firewood demand Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:05:00 EDT DURHAM, Maine — On a recent scorching-hot summer day, workers at Reed's Firewood used heavy equipment to cut and split logs into firewood until it was too dark to see. Despite its relentless pace, the family-run business is failing to keep up with demand as homeowners shellshocked by the price of heating oil look to old-fashioned firewood as a way to lower their bills this winter. |
| Turnpike board member resigns amid toll talk Sun, 10 Aug 2008 00:03:00 EDT BOSTON — The Patrick administration is holding a transportation summit tomorrow following the resignation of a Massachusetts Turnpike Authority board member amid talk of potential toll increases. |
| Rebecca W. Gelfand
and Jeffrey S. Esche Sat, 09 Aug 2008 12:16:00 EDT Rebecca Wish Gelfand and Jeffrey Scott Esche announce their joyful June 21st nuptials at Crane Beach in Ipswich. Ms. Gelfand, now known as Rebecca Wish Esche, works at the Union of Concerned Scientists in Cambridge. |
| Danielle Silke
and Matthew Wilkins Sat, 09 Aug 2008 12:16:00 EDT Mr. and Mrs. Shawn Silke, of Peabody are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Danielle Silke to Matthew Wilkins, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Wilkins Jr., of Peabody. Danielle is a 2001 graduate of Peabody Veterans Memorial High School. She graduated from Salem State College in 2006, where she received a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Education at Salem State. She is employed as a Teacher at St. John's School, in Peabody. |
| Crystal Vitale
and Michael Gaspar Sat, 09 Aug 2008 12:15:00 EDT Robert and Sylvia Vitale of Beverly, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Crystal Vitale to Michael Gaspar, son of Dennis and Pam Gaspar, of Ipswich. Crystal is a graduate of Beverly High School. She is employed as a QA Tech at Hi-Tech Duravent, in Georgetown. |
| Katy Bishop
and Mark Kulakowski, Jr. Sat, 09 Aug 2008 12:14:00 EDT Mr. and Mrs. George Bishop are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Katy Bishop of Peabody, to Mark Kulakowski, Jr. also of Peabody, son of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Kulakowski, Sr. Ms. Bishop, a graduate of Peabody High School, earned a B.S. from Colby Sawyer College in Exercise Science and an ASN from Lawrence Memorial/Regis College School of Nursing. She is a labor and delivery nurse at Anna Jaques Hospital. |
| Leah Morrison
and Ian J. Robertson Sat, 09 Aug 2008 12:14:00 EDT Leah Morrison and Ian J. Robertson were wed Saturday, July 26, 2008 in a beautiful private garden at sunset, overlooking shining Sandy Bay by Front Beach in Rockport. The ceremony was followed by a reception at the cottage of Patricia Pittore at 6 Pier Avenue and Lumber Wharf. Leah is the daughter of The Reverend Larry Morrison and Priscilla Morrison, of Linden, Va. Ian is the son of Luz Marina Robertson and the late Douglas Robertson of Naples, Fla. |
| Amy D. Krukonis
and Darrell J. Miller Sat, 09 Aug 2008 12:13:00 EDT Dr. and Mrs. Edward Krukonis of Prides Crossing, Ma. are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Amy Diane to Darrell James Miller, son of Mrs. Mary E. Miller of Sarasota, Fla. and the late Melvin E. Miller. |
| Christine E. Jackson
and Adam W. Vencis Sat, 09 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT Jack and Dianne (St. Hilaire) Jackson of Haverhill are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Christine E. Jackson, to Adam W. Vencis, son of John Vencis of Haverhill and Donna Vencis of Rowley. |
| Bond bill holds the key for stadium Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:59:00 EDT NEWBURYPORT — If a $500,000 earmark for repairs to World War Memorial Stadium is successfully distributed to Newburyport through the governor's office, the long-awaited restoration project would be at the brink of having enough money to get underway. |
| N.H. looks to stem migration of pepperweed Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:55:00 EDT SEABROOK — Fearing an invasion of pepperweed in proportion to its spread on Plum Island and the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge, New Hampshire environmental agencies are now working to prevent the invasive species before it takes hold in Granite State salt marshes. |
| Fungus, rot becoming problem for gardeners Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:50:00 EDT This summer it seems as though no matter how many times we ask for the rain to just go away, it keeps coming back for another day. And for local gardeners, the wet weather seems to be causing more headaches with each raindrop that falls from the sky. |
| Frog Pond fountain flow improving Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:49:00 EDT NEWBURYPORT ¬¬— The fountain at the Bartlet Mall has been undergoing some repairs, thanks to the Department of Public Works and some local volunteers. The fountain, in Frog Pond, continues to suffer from operational problems and won't work quite right. Hugh Kelleher approached John Kelley, of Kelley's Service Station, and together, they began some work on it, along with the Public Works department. The pump was clogged, which affects the water flow, Kelleher said. "We think the internal piping may be disconnected." |
| Boats and buses provide close encounters with Alaskan wildlife Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:45:00 EDT Returning to Anchorage from Nome, we rented cars and drove down the Kenai Peninsula to the beautiful seaport of Seward. Surrounded by snowcapped mountains, this charming, touristy village contained the headquarters for the Kenai Fjords National Park. Here, we boarded a boat and motored down the Fjords for a spectacular ride. The mountains and glaciers came right down to the sea, and as we proceeded along the shore and between islands, we were constantly surrounded by tufted and horned puffins, common murres, rhinoceros auklets, pigeon guillemots and red-faced cormorants. Mammals were present, too, as we watched sea otters lying on their backs, eating kelp. Dolphins followed the boat, and orca whales breached in the distance. Along one inlet, we peered up the hillside as a black bear tried to find its way along a ridge to where a herd of mountain goats was grazing. |
| Births Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:42:00 EDT The following births were recorded at Anna Jaques Hospital, Newburyport: Knight: a daughter, Hannah Marie, July 26, to Amanda Gardner and Eric Knight of Salisbury; grandparents are Theresa Horton of Seabrook and William LaValley of Newburyport. |
| Real heroes don't whine about their job 'issues' Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:41:00 EDT Real heroes don't have an obsessive need to remind you how heroic they are. That simple reality seems to elude too many firefighters. Let's say up-front — even though it will be ignored by most of the angry brother/sisterhood who will take offense at these thoughts — that there are indeed many heroic firefighters. They go to work, they do their jobs, and when the situation arises, they do put their lives on the line. It's just that they recognize that doing so is their job — it's what they signed up for. They don't claim special hero status for doing it. |
| Time to call in the civilians Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:40:00 EDT "We cannot kill or capture our way to victory." That's how a senior member of the Bush administration describes the challenge faced by this country in taking on "terrorist networks and other extremists." |
| Are you lost? No need to worry Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:40:00 EDT In some ways, I love using, and am fascinated by, modern technology. My computer, PDA and a vast electronic library have been a great help in my life, especially in my profession. But in other ways, I have resisted modern technology because I resent the intrusion into my life that these modern devices often bring. |
| August programs at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:39:00 EDT Registration: All programs are free. But space is limited, and advanced registration is required unless otherwise indicated. Call 978-465-5753 to register. Registration is not complete until you receive confirmation from a staff member. Note that outdoor programs may be canceled if there is inclement weather. Visit the Web for more information, http://parkerriver.fws.gov. If you have special needs requests for these programs, contact us at least two weeks prior to the event. |
| Birdwatch Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:39:00 EDT Newburyport Whale Watch: Red-necked Phalarope, Cory's Shearwater, Greater Shearwater, Sooty Shearwater, Wilson's Storm-Petrel, Northern Gannet, Common Eider, Common Tern, Downy Woodpecker, Bonaparte's Gull, Herring Gull, Great Black-backed Gull, Ruddy Turnstone, Red-winged Blackbird, Yellow Warbler |
| Church notes Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:38:00 EDT Bean supper at First Baptist Aug. 23 The First Baptist Church of Newton, N.H,, will hold a Bean Supper in the Toste Christian Education Building at 2 North Main St. (Route 108) on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 5-7 p.m. Supper includes: navy and kidney beans, hot dogs, potato salad, cole slaw, Italian and corn bread, ice cream with chocolate or strawberry topping, coffee and punch. Adults $6; children under 12 years, $2.50. For more information, call pastor Peter A. Perkins, 603-394-8007. |
| August Natural History Programs Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:37:00 EDT All programs require advance registration. Contact Sue atnewburyportbirders@comcast.net or 978-462-4785 or atwww.newburyportbirders.com. ALL WINGS CONSIDERED: Saturdays, Aug. 23 and 30, 7:30 to 10:30 a.m. Fee: $30 each or $50 for both. Meeting location: Parker River National Wildlife Refuge in Newburyport at the observation deck next to the Visitor's Information Center at Parking Lot #1. Explore the various habitats at Parker River National Wildlife Refuge during these longer, interpretive programs. Sue will focus on field marks, where these birds have been and where they are migrating to and behavior at this premier, birding destination. Long-sleeved shirt and long pants are suggested. |
| Church directory Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:33:00 EDT ADVENT CHRISTIAN Four Corners Advent Christian Church, 5 Farm Lane, Seabrook, 603-474-2691. Services: Sunday, 10 a.m., Children's Church, 10 a.m. ARMENIAN St. Gregory the Illuminator Armenian Church, Crescent Place, Haverhill, 978-372-9227. Sunday worship service at 10 a.m.; Sunday School, 10 a.m. |
| Mayo delivers solid debut Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:32:00 EDT FOXBORO — Winning and losing jobs. That's all that matters in exhibition football. Last night, a handful of Patriots took steps one way or the other in an uninspired 16-15 preseason defeat at the claws of the Baltimore Ravens. |
| Elder menus Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:31:00 EDT Merrimack Valley Elderly Nutrition Program lunches are served in Amesbury, Georgetown, Groveland, Newburyport, Merrimac, Salisbury and West Newbury. Menus are for Monday, Aug. 11 through Friday, Aug. 15. |
| Olympics get off to soaring start Sat, 09 Aug 2008 03:31:00 EDT BEIJING (AP) — China didn't just walk onto the world stage. It soared over it. At last playing its long-sought role as Olympic host, China opened the Summer Games in spectacular fashion Friday with an extravaganza of fireworks and pageantry dramatizing its ascendance as a global power. |
| Nor'Easters just 'couldn't get on a roll' Fri, 08 Aug 2008 23:16:00 EDT Chicopee | When all is said and done, there can only be one, and regrettably for the Newburyport Legion Nor'Easter baseball squad, their run at a state title was cut short. In a game that saw two two-hour rain delays, the battle for the final four became perhaps the longest game in Legion tourney history - a 51âÑ2-hour epic. |
| Georgia says Russian aircraft bombed its air bases Fri, 08 Aug 2008 23:15:00 EDT DZHAVA, Georgia (AP) — Russia sent columns of tanks and reportedly bombed Georgian air bases yesterday after Georgia launched a military offensive to retake the breakaway province of South Ossetia, threatening to ignite a broader conflict. |
| Storms still rolling Fri, 08 Aug 2008 23:08:00 EDT In June, Greater Newburyport had more than an inch more rain than normal. In July, there was double the average amount of rain. This month, we're still short of the average — but then again, it's only Aug. 9, and we're one big rainstorm away from surpassing an average for the entire month. |
| WRTA seeks input on planned fare hike Sunday August 10, 2008 WORCESTER - The Worcester Regional Transit Authority will hold a series of public hearings this month to solicit input on a plan to raise fares to meet rising fuel costs for its bus fleet. |
| David Cook outshines Idol peers Sunday August 10, 2008 Ten Idols performed at the DCU Center last night, but in the end it was really a one-man show. |
| Precious medals Sunday August 10, 2008 The clock always looms large in the Olympics, and in 1912 it was ticking for Harlan Holden and the people of Worcester. |
| Voting is today's special in aisle 4 Sunday August 10, 2008 WORCESTER - In selecting polling places, elections officials look for ample parking, accessibility, good lighting and plenty of space. |
| World cup brings soccer's best together Sunday August 10, 2008 WORCESTER - Defending champion Liberia defeated Mongolia in penalty kicks in the third annual Worcester World Cup yesterday morning at Elm Park Community School, but this weekend soccer tournament is about much more than wins and losses. |
| Oil spill cleanup expensive Sunday August 10, 2008 WORCESTER - With the odor of oil spreading from the cellar to the kitchen and other living spaces, Paul Parenteau told a son that these were supposed to be his golden years. Instead, that stench two years ago foreshadowed a bill of more than $37,000 and a two-year supply of stress punctuated by jackhammers and 4-foot to 5-foot holes in his cellar floor. |
| Small but not forgotten Sunday August 10, 2008 BEIJING - One of the most memorable moments at the Beijing Olympics opening ceremony was Chinese basketball idol Yao Ming walking hand in hand with a 9-year-old survivor of May's massive earthquake. But it almost didn't happen, the event's director said yesterday. |
| Falcons find sport in the pest control business Sunday August 10, 2008 GLASTONBURY, Conn. - As the sun rises over a sprawling berry farm in South Glastonbury, a trained falcon rises into the pink dawn. Her swift, sudden appearance panics a cloud of starlings and sends them fleeing toward the hills. |
| Bambino's granddaughter goes to bat for sick child Sunday August 10, 2008 NEW BRITAIN, Conn. - Linda Ruth Tosetti said her grandfather, Babe Ruth, never turned down the chance to help a child and now, 50 years after his death, she's following in his footsteps. |
| HISTORY LESSONS: Woodstock Sunday August 10, 2008 |
| Nebraska Beef recalls more meat Sunday August 10, 2008 OMAHA, Neb. - Federal authorities last month assured consumers that a meat plant linked to nearly 50 illnesses caused by tainted ground beef had made enough changes after a recall to ensure that its products were safe. Less than a month later, the same processor has recalled 1.2 million pounds of other beef products that might have sickened more than 30 people, including several in Massachusetts. |
| State seeks 2 more weeks on health funds Sunday August 10, 2008 BOSTON - The state has asked for another two-week extension of its federal health care funding package after federal regulators balked at Massachusetts' request for up to $3 billion more in Medicaid spending over the next three years. |
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