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Beckett up to speed in win

Beckett up to speed in win

On his 32d birthday, Josh Beckett combined with the bullpen to throw a four-hit shutout.

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Donors tied to banking desert Obama for Romney

Donors from big banks are betting on Mitt Romney to defeat President Obama and repeal new restraints on risky, large-scale investments. (Boston Globe)

Mayor acts now for safer summer

Mayor Menino is expected to outline plans today to stanch summertime violence, hoping that stopping crime now prevents retaliation later. (Boston Globe)

Previewing 2012's summer movies

Previewing 2012's summer movies
Take a look at some of the spectacles this summer's big movies have to offer. 50 funniest movies  |  Discuss

Bridge work frays tempers, hurts shops

Repairs to the aging Sagamore Bridge throughout the spring have slowed traffic leaving Cape Cod to a crawl most nights and backed it up for miles on Sundays. (Boston Globe)

From tiny brewer to beloved institution

It can be a challenge to distinguish one's products in the crowded brewing industry, but Somerville-based Pretty Things Beer and Ale Project pulled it off using a combination of creativity, passion and a bit of clever marketing.

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Mass. moves to shut
turbine over noise levels

Officials have recommended shutting down a wind turbine in Falmouth because of elevated noise levels that they described as unacceptable to local residents.
Opinion | Brian McGrory

Stonehill dragged into Yahoo scandal

Who lies about a degree from Stonehill? The answer, of course, is Scott Thompson, the freshly ousted chief executive of the struggling Internet giant.

Old-school Blue Jay studio up for sale

With the music industry going through seismic changes, classic studios like the Blue Jay Recording Studio in Carlisle are becoming rare.
Opinion | Jeff Jacoby

On health, state doesn’t know best

Ham-fisted state intervention is responsible for much of what ails the Bay State’s markets in health care and medical coverage. More intervention isn’t the cure.

Official drops call for shift of court

Citing a perception of a misuse of power, Rep. Eugene O’Flaherty dropped his push to shift control of the Chelsea District Court to the Boston Municipal Court.
Opinion | Bob Ryan

Injuries take excitement out of East

Whoever emerges as the winner from the NBA Eastern Conference playoffs will have a tainted prize.
Dining Out

Painted Burro is ready to party

In Davis Square, the Painted Burro shows Somerville has an appetite for tacos and tequila.

Politics

Bush role unlikely in Romney bid

Bush role unlikely in Romney bid

Romney's campaign doesn't foresee the 43d president playing a substantive role in the race. Aides are carefully weighing how much the former president should be involved in the GOP convention -- and for good reason.

Business

7 ways to save at the movies

7 ways to save at the movies

The average movie ticket price in 2011 rose to $7.93 from $7.89 the year before, according to the National Association of Theatre Owners. If there's a film you don't want to miss at the theater, here are some ways to cut costs.

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The best distracting apps for trips

The best distracting apps for trips

Pictures from your 2012 graduation

Pictures from your 2012 graduation

Submit your cat hugs for National Cat Day

Submit your cat hugs for National Cat Day

Arts & Entertainment

Sex and the City

Fabulous TV foursomes

Although we must say our goodbyes to Bree, Lynette, Gaby, and Susan, the trusty TV formula that brought them together isn't going anywhere. "Desperate Housewives" is part of a proud TV lineage of fearsome female foursomes from "The Golden Girls" right up to "Girls."
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Lifestyle

Sawdust, grass, and other very masculine things

Sawdust, grass, and other very masculine things

South Deerfield's Yankee Candle Company has released a collection of limited edition home fragrances branded as Man Candles with scents like Riding Mower and 2x4.

Community

Does your child have a popular name?

Does your child have a popular name?

Do you have a Jacob or a Sophia? If your child's name is among the top 10 most popular of 2011, we'd like to see a photo. This is Ethan of Providence, R.I.

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Candles for men

Candles for men

Yankee Candle has released a collection branded as Man Candles that have soon-to-be classic scents like sawdust or freshly mowed grass.

REAL ESTATE

Tracking utilities, improving energy use

Tracking utilities, improving energy use

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Cars

7 excellent cars for city driving

7 excellent cars for city driving

These cars are small enough to fit easily into parallel parking spots and cost less than $20,000.
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Jobs

Network Health reaches out

Network Health reaches out

Clinical outreach nurse Ann Mutharia visits patients to make sure they are getting services, benefits, and support.
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