Sports Insider Oct 21, 2007
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Afternoon delights highlight local menu Oct 20, 2007
New England Football Conference unbeatens Plymouth State and Curry will clash in Milton ... Curry (7-0, 4-0) and Plymouth State (6-0, 4-0), ranked first and third, respectively, in New England Division 3, tangle for the NEFC's Bogan Division lead ... "The expectation, when you come to Curry, is that you will play in big games," said Curry second-year coach Skip Bandini, who considers Plymouth State coach Paul Castonia one of his best friends in football. (Boston Globe)
PSU student critical after fall Oct 20, 2007
PLYMOUTH, N.H. (AP) -- In Plymouth (New Hampshire), officials say a Plymouth State University student is in critical condition after falling from a second-story balcony early today. Officials are not releasing the student's name but say she is a 21-year-old from Londonderry. (Concord Monitor)
New England games Oct 19, 2007
Plymouth St. at Curry: Battle of unbeatens atop the Boyd Division. Plymouth has won eight in a row, but Curry has 26 conference wins in a row. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Iraq veterans align themselves with presidential candidates whose war views mirror their own and hit the campaign trail in New Hampshire Oct 17, 2007
William Hopkins, a graduate student at Plymouth State College, returned in 2005 from war duty he still thinks of daily. Some men from his company, he says, are being treated for post-traumatic stress disorder. (Boston Globe)
Gore sees no hope of beating Clinton Oct 15, 2007
Tim Shipman in Plymouth, New HampshireOctober 15, 2007 ... She made a speech to 800 students and other voters in Plymouth, followed by a "barn party" in rural Canterbury, complete with bluegrass music, where she took questions from voters but not from the press ... Many voters, even in election-savvy New Hampshire, are only just tuning in to the election - such as the man in Plymouth who was still oblivious to the fact that Senator Obama is black, a subject that has preoccupied the media for... (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
More insurers backing away from coasts Oct 14, 2007
8 percent increase in its average statewide rate and a 25 percent increase on the Cape, the Islands, and much of Plymouth County. Bruce Mohl can be reached at. (Boston Globe)
PKF Capital brokers deal for New Hampshire resort Oct 14, 2007
The property was sold on behalf of Kevin Craffey & Co. of Plymouth, Mass. to Brothers Properties of Coral Gables, Fla. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Crespi, Mayer in leadership roles Oct 14, 2007
Plymouth North graduate Thomas Pinto leads the team with 37 total tackles. Monique Walker can be reached at. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Top 100 Cable Systems - Systems Directory Oct 10, 2007
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Obama says only outsider can bring changes that rivals have failed to enact Oct 10, 2007
"If everything is out front, you know who is doing (lobbyists') bidding and who is doing the bidding of the American people," Obama said at an evening event at Plymouth State University. "And that's the kind of politics we need to set up.". (Concord Monitor)
Biden to focus campaign on early states of Iowa, N.H. Oct 7, 2007
In Henniker and Plymouth, he touted his new education plan, which would encourage kids to attend school for 16 years, instead of 12, by boosting federal funding for preschool and providing some assistance for college ... At Plymouth State University later in the day, Biden told a forum that while he is known for his grasp of foreign policy issues, he hopes to convince voters that he is a leading advocate for public education as well ... About 40 people attended the Plymouth event, which took... (Concord Monitor)
UNH surprises Delaware Oct 7, 2007
Plymouth St. 28, Endicott 17 - John DeMarco threw a pair of touchdown passes to Drew Richardson and ran for another score, lifting the host Panthers (5-0, 3-0 Boyd) over the Gulls (1-4, 1-2). NESCAC. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
High school teams have playoff aspirations Oct 5, 2007
The remaining schedule is difficult, and includes games against Souhegan (5-0), Plymouth (5-0) and Con-Val (4-1). To reach the postseason Portsmouth will need at least two more victories, with one of them coming against Milford on the regular season's final weekend. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Freudenberg-NOK Appoints Vibracoustic North America President Oct 2, 2007
In 1996, Mehdi became President of the Automotive Vibration Division and relocated to Plymouth, Michigan, where he remained for four years ... Headquartered in Plymouth, Mich ... The company's headquarters in Plymouth, Mich. (PR Newswire)
Catching up with Jerry Seeco Oct 2, 2007
Since graduating from Plymouth High School in 1954, Jerry Seeco has spent most of his life in and around jazz and pop music ... As we met over lunch at Berklee to discuss this column, I learned that Jerry had arranged the orchestral charts for vocalist Steve Marvin, who recently performed a program of Sinatra music with the Plymouth Philharmonic at Memorial Hall ... Although Jerry now lives in Milford with his wife, he maintains his connection to Plymouth; his mother Emma and sister, Anne... (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Woman killed, 2 hurt in crash Oct 1, 2007
The driver of the Jeep, Claire Morley, 56, of Plymouth, lost control of the vehicle, and it entered the median and rolled, police said. Morley was ejected from the car and pronounced dead at the scene. (Boston Globe)
Oil-changes taxed Sep 29, 2007
The law levying the fees was approved as lawmakers sought funding to complete cleanups of former waste oil storage sites in Plymouth, Presque Isle, Ellsworth and Casco. The Portland-Bangor Waste Oil Services sites became contaminated decades ago after oil and solvents mixed with it leaked into the earth. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Patrick cool to casinos in cities Sep 28, 2007
Today's Globe Local Politics Opinion Magazine Education NECN Special reports Obituaries. Hub, New Bedford plans under cloud. (Boston Globe)
Bonior: Edwards most electable Democrat Sep 28, 2007
Plymouth County Museum hit by vandals. Wayne man killed in Wednesday accident. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
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SUV Plunges Into Harbor, Hurting 2A vehicle plunges off a pier into the Plymouth Harbor in Massachusetts, and police are looking into whether it was deliberate. Jaws Of Life Used To Vandalize, Police SayPolice say a group of volunteer firefighters in Vermont are accused of using the Jaws of Life to vandalize. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
$11.9m coming for home heating aid Sep 27, 2007
PLYMOUTH Vehicle enters water; 2 taken to hospital Two unidentified people were transported to Jordan Hospital last night after their vehicle plunged into Plymouth Harbor, Plymouth police said. Police did not provide information about the vehicle, the crash, or the victims. (Boston Globe)
N.H. counseling center holding fundraiser Sep 24, 2007
Horizons Counseling Center of Gilford and Plymouth is holding the event from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Patrick's Pub y in Gilford. The center will auction off donated gift certificates from local businesses. (Concord Monitor)
Boyle making impact for UNH football Sep 21, 2007
In the annual battle between the state's only two Division I teams, Boyle a Plymouth native and UNH center Nick Couturier of Dover are the lone Granite Staters in the starting lineups. History would suggest they're on the right side. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Santos, UNH refuse to be outclassed in win over Marshall Sep 16, 2007
Plymouth St. 38, Coast Guard 19 - Jeff Mack carried 29 times for 154 yards and a touchdown to boost the host Panthers (2-0) over the Bears (1-1). Copyright 2007 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
No tempting football matchups this weekend Sep 14, 2007
The Clippers need to pile up victories now, because their final four regular-season games are against Souhegan, Con-Val, Plymouth and Milford teams that are a combined 7-1 entering the weekend. Three of those four games will be played on the road (Souhegan, Plymouth and Milford). (Seacoast New Hampshire)
A day to remember, a day to give back Sep 12, 2007
The couple lives in Plymouth, Mass. with their two children. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
NH expected to see boost in tourism Sep 11, 2007
The Institute for New Hampshire Studies at Plymouth State University says New Hampshire would see more than 13 million visitors this summer and they would spend a record high, more than $1. 6 billion. (Concord Monitor)
More than 4,000 dead Sep 10, 2007
Plymouth, Pennsylvania. Killed in a large explosion during a military raid looking for suspected "chemical munitions" at a building in northeastern Baghdad, Iraq, on April 26, 2004. (CNN)
Fall Arts Preview Sep 9, 2007
10/27: 7:30 p.m. Adams's "The Chairman Dances," Ravel's Piano Concerto for the Left Hand with Max Levinson, Berlioz's "Symphonie fantastique." 12/8: 7:30 p.m., 12/9: 3 p.m. Holiday pops program, "The Magic of Christmas." Plymouth Philharmonic Memorial Hall, Plymouth. 508-746-8008. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Peter Palmer, 66; authored a book on football statistics Sep 8, 2007
He then went to a supermarket in Plymouth and began distributing the gifts to children ... In addition to his daughter, siblings, and former wife, Mr. Palmer leaves two sons, Marc-Anthony of Plymouth and Scott A. of Hanover; three daughters, Kim M. of Braintree, Dawn M. Forestall of Hanover, and Monica Donlan of Boston; and 10 grandchildren. (Boston Globe)
Big opener for UNH football Sep 4, 2007
Two other New Hampshire teams open their seasons on Saturday: Division II St. Anselm, winless in 2006, hosts Edinboro while Division III Plymouth State welcomes Mt. Ida. Dartmouth College does not open until Sept. 15. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Melrose man heads state labor commission Sep 2, 2007
Fall visitors also are expected to spend 4 percent more this year, or about $80 million,, on accommodations, dining, and other tourism spending, according to estimates prepared by the Institute for New Hampshire Studies at Plymouth State University. A strong fall tourism season also is expected. (Boston Globe -- Business)
Optimism high as football season opens Aug 31, 2007
"Portsmouth beat Milford in the Division III semifinals last season, but dropped a 35-20 decision to Plymouth in the Division III championship game. It was Portsmouth's first playoff appearance since 1998, when it competed in Division II.Portsmouth will open the regular season tonight, when it faces Kennett at home."A year ago a lot of seniors delivered for us," Murphy said. "Pretty soon we're going to find out if the guys we have now are going to deliver. "See Jon runMarshwood's Jon Hussey, a... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
$300M jackpot tonight Aug 25, 2007
The last New Hampshire jackpot winner was sold in Plymouth to someone visiting from Illinois. Valdez said he's also seen a fair amount of lottery traffic from Massachusetts which doesn't participate in Powerball. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
More of this story Aug 23, 2007
Plymouth: Stephen s Field, Route 3A, 2:30-6:30 p.m. Thursdays through Oct. 25. Please note: Payment generally is by cash only. (Brockton Enterprise, MA)
Official hails change for N.H. colleges Aug 21, 2007
The University System of New Hampshire, including the University of New Hampshire, Plymouth State University, and Keene State College, already uses the shortened process for contracts. Community colleges will continue to use state services until trustees formalize their policy in the next six to 10 months, Eneguess said. (Boston Globe)
Verizon asks FCC to stop reduced rates for competitors Aug 15, 2007
The petition would affect the Boston Metropolitan Statistical area, including Suffolk, Norfolk, Plymouth, Middlesex, and Essex counties, as well as Rockingham and Stafford counties in New Hampshire. "There's a tremendous amount of competitive choice in Boston in particular," said Edward Shakin, vice president and associate general counsel for Verizon. (Boston Globe)
Prostitution sting nets 7 arrests Aug 13, 2007
Laurence Harris is scheduled to be arraigned today in Brockton District Court on charges of murder and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon, said Bridget Norton Middleton, an assistant Plymouth district attorney. Police found the body of a man, believed to be 20 years old, near the lot on Commercial Street. (Boston Globe)
Presidential roots Aug 12, 2007
Hardly anyone ever came from Plymouth Notch and, despite the handsome farmlands and woodsy mountains that frame the Coolidge site, hardly anyone ever comes here, either ... "Coolidge thought Plymouth Notch was an idyllic place to raise a boy," says Vermont Gov. Jim Douglas, a Republican from Middlebury ... Herbert Hoover was born in West Branch, Iowa, about the size of Coolidge's Plymouth Notch, but his formative experiences may have been at Stanford University and in the hungry cities of Europe... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Expanded health coverage sought for students Aug 10, 2007
Morse's doctors advised her to take medical leave from Plymouth State University in New Hampshire. But to maintain her insurance, she attended classes full time wearing a wig and chemotherapy pump, said her mother, AnnMarie Morse. (USA Today -- Money)
Plea seen in triple slaying in N.H. Aug 9, 2007
William Jones's friend, Gary Jones, 23, of Plymouth, and the store's owner, James Walker, 34, of Denmark, Maine, were also killed in the shooting. William Jones of Walpole and Gary Jones were not related. (Boston Globe)
NH wins Shrine Bowl on late field goal Aug 5, 2007
Plante, who will attend Plymouth State University in the fall, finished the game with seven catches for 81 yards and one touchdown, while Exeter's Troy Wilcox highlighted the defense with a team-leading six tackles. "Bryan Farris throws a great ball and we've been connecting throughout the week of practice," added Plante. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Seacoast players prepared for Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl Aug 3, 2007
PLYMOUTH The Seacoast will be well-represented in Saturday's 54th annual Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl at Dartmouth College's Memorial Field ... Walker, who led Portsmouth High School football team to the Division III championship game against Plymouth, spoke quite knowledgeably and eloquently about the Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl at the New Hampshire camp at Plymouth State University this past Friday ... Plante, who became a Little Warrior as a sixth grader, will be playing football, not basketball,... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Bucknell Places 243 Student-Athletes on University's 2007 Spring Semester Dean's List and 244 on Patriot League Academic Honor Roll Jul 21, 2007
women's cross country and track & field, undeclared (Plymouth Salem). Sterling Heights. (Bucknellbison.com)
College opposes baseball stadium plans Jul 20, 2007
The company's ambulances provide the primary response for ambulance calls in communities that include Newton, Brockton, Framingham, and Plymouth, according to the union. WALTHAM Officials rule restaurant fire an accident The four-alarm fire that ravaged Sal's Restaurant on Main Street in Waltham early last Sunday was ruled accidental by investigators yesterday, State Fire Marshal Stephen D. Coan and Waltham Fire Chief Richard Cardillo announced. (Boston Globe)
New Hampshire Beckons in Summer Jul 18, 2007
in Plymouth cools off spelunkers with a tour through a network of rock caves and passages. This is also the place to lean about the history of maple syrup in what may be the world's only a museum of maple syruping. (Suite101.com)
Fighting Words Jul 16, 2007
History remembers his regiment for its hard luck, with its ranks decimated at Antietam, Maryland, and its men captured in the siege of Plymouth, North Carolina ... On the march, Black earns sergeant's chevrons with $4 additional monthly pay and declares Virginia "a great place for farming." The regiment settles into "a pretty good camp" in Portsmouth for six months before transferring to Plymouth, North Carolina, to protect the Union-held garrison deep in seceded territory ... Under siege at... (Boston Globe)
Lightning sparks new round of wildfires Jul 15, 2007
The 1,600-acre Rock Fire, 6 miles northeast of New Plymouth, burned grass and brush until crews from the Boise BLM and New Plymouth Fire Department contained and eventually controlled it early Saturday afternoon. The Pig Fire north of Weiser burned about eight acres and was controlled by a BLM helicopter crew at around 1 p.m. on Saturday. (Nampa Idaho Press-Tribune, ID)
Murder suspect says he'll plead guilty Jul 12, 2007
Woodbury is charged with killing Jones's son, William Jones, 25; Gary Jones, 23, of Plymouth; and James Walker, 34, of Denmark, Maine, who managed the Army Barracks store. William and Gary Jones are not related. (Boston Globe)
Suspect in N.H. slayings complains of treatment Jul 7, 2007
and Gary Jones, 23, of Plymouth, Mass. Woodbury told reporters on Thursday that he killed because he needed the cash. (Boston Globe -- Local)
Clamping down on cheaters curtails 'creativity' in the garage Jul 6, 2007
In the days when fans could tell a Ford from an Oldsmobile from a Plymouth, there also was a different code in the garage area. "If you knew someone was cheating," Pearson says, "you wouldn't tell on 'em. You'd just do it yourself.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Murder Suspect Tells Reporters He 'Did It' Jul 6, 2007
and Gary Jones, 23, of Plymouth, Mass. were killed. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Maine Arrest Ends Murderous Multistate Crime Spree Jul 5, 2007
and Gary Jones, 23, of Plymouth, Mass. The Massachusetts men were not related but relatives said the two friends were as close as brothers. (Fox News)
Authorities came close to triple murder suspect during spree Jul 5, 2007
and Gary Jones, 23, of Plymouth, Mass. The Massachusetts men were not related but relatives said the friends were as close as brothers. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Conway shooting suspect in custody Jul 4, 2007
and Gary Jones, 23, of Plymouth, Mass. The Joneses were not related and did not work at the store, investigators said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Man charged in N.H. triple slaying Jul 4, 2007
and Gary Jones, 23, of Plymouth, Mass. The Joneses were not related. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
University system pledges to help climate Jul 1, 2007
Plymouth State University is one of the first colleges or universities to earn national recognition for building a new, energy conscious dorm. It also runs numerous environmental research programs and has created an interdisciplinary environmental studies major. (Concord Monitor)
Littering leads to chase, drug bust Jul 1, 2007
New Hampshire State Police say a Plymouth officer stopped Mark Clermont, 32, of Dracut, Mass. Friday night to write a littering ticket. (Concord Monitor)
Hodes introduces Michelle's Law in House Jun 29, 2007
The bill is inspired by Michelle Morse, a Plymouth State University student who died of cancer in 2005. Her doctors advised her to cut back on her courses during chemotherapy, but she could not because she would have lost her family's health insurance coverage. (Concord Monitor)
University system sets new tuition rates Jun 29, 2007
The cost of attending Plymouth State and Keene State rises to nearly $16,000 dollars ... Out-of-state students will pay just more than $32,000 at UNH, just more than $23,000 at Keene and Plymouth and nearly $21,000 at the Manchester campus. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
NHL guru predicts the picks Jun 22, 2007
Plymouth Whalers (OHL); could land in first round; highest-ranked North American goalie. C Jimmy O'Brien, 6-2, 184; Minnesota (WCHA); has chance to land in bottom of first round; can also play defense; was youngest player in Division I this past season. (USA Today -- Sports)