Dads dig in as school volunteers, from building ballfields to leading PTO
When John Boynton’s eldest daughter entered kindergarten at the Alcott School in Concord six years ago, he was eager to see what opportunities existed for parents to get involved. By Nancy Shohet West, Globe Correspondent
Politicians look to move up as dominos fall
With open seats plentiful and the public unhappy with the status quo, 2010 could be the year competitive elections make a comeback in Massachusetts. By Robert Preer, Globe Correspondent
Medway High completes second straight stellar football season
Medway High’s football players and coaches all trumpet a “team first’’ attitude, but there’s no denying the impact of Ted Davenport on the squad. By Brendan Hall, Boston Globe
Music listings
POP & ROCK WEEZER The mighty geek rock quartet is touring in support of its latest power-pop-metal missive, “Raditude.’’ Fans might want to bring some insulin to help combat the sugar rush sure to follow all the catchy, candy-coated tuneage. 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7. $45.50. Agganis Arena. 800-745-3000. www.ticketmaster.com Boston Globe
Marlborough’s Bobby Butler on a roll for UNH hockey
With two goals and an assist in Saturday’s 5-4 victory over Merrimack, University of New Hampshire senior cocaptain Bobby Butler of Marlborough extended his scoring streak to seven games (8 goals, 5 assists) for the Wildcats. By Marvin Pave, Boston Globe
Belmont man’s musical group raises funds for AIDS orphans in South Africa
Teboho Moeno doesn’t mince his words. In 2007, the Belmont resident founded Matimba ya Ripfumelo, a South African music group that donates every penny it earns to programs supporting AIDS orphans in their homeland. When asked why, Moeno doesn’t wield statistics. He simply speaks from his own sobering personal experience. By Denise Taylor, Globe Correspondent
School districts south of Boston examine delaying high-school start times
The scenario is a familiar one to parents everywhere who struggle to move bleary-eyed teenagers out the door to school on weekday mornings - where they then doze through morning classes, or chug caffeine to get through the day. By Michele Morgan Bolton, Globe Correspondent
Violence overstated, role of staff downplayed
WE WERE disappointed with Patricia Wen’s Nov. 27 front-page story “Nursing home clashes mar the golden years,’’ which we feel overstated the problem of resident-on-resident violence and downplayed the role that nursing facility staff play in resolving disputes when they occur. Boston Globe
Ex-police chief in Weston faces 3d drunken driving charge
A former Weston police chief has been charged with his third drunken driving offense in connection with an accident earlier this month that injured an 82-year-old woman and two other people, according to court records. By Matt Rocheleau, Globe Correspondent
Senator Kerry poised to support Obama’s plan to send more troops to Afghanistan
WASHINGTON - Senator John F. Kerry is poised to endorse the outline of President Obama’s plan to send more troops to Afghanistan, a position that would put him at odds with a number of fellow Democrats in Massachusetts and in Congress. By Michael Kranish and Joseph Williams, Globe Staff
Harvard comeback nets rare win at BU
Jeremy Lin scored 19 points and Harvard rallied in the second half to beat Boston University last night, 78-70, the first Crimson win at BU since 1975. From Staff, Wire Reports
Mazur’s passion
Michael Mazur was a painter and printmaker whose life was entwined with the literary world. By Jan Gardner, Globe Correspondent
Letters to the Magazine Editor
Readers shared their own gripes and tips about Logan Airport and joined the call to kindness. Boston Globe
Freshman class already receiving high marks
In nine of the last 14 years, a forward has won the Calder Trophy as the NHL’s Rookie of the Year. A forward also has finished runner-up in 10 of those 14 years. By Kevin Paul Dupont, Boston Globe
Newton South feels positive second-place finish
(Last in a series chronicling the journey of the Newton South High girls’ cross-country team through their season, culminating with the Division 1 All-State meet last weekend at Northfield Mountain). Boston Globe
Author readings and signings in Greater Boston, Nov. 29-Dec. 5
TODAY: Aaron Santos discusses “How Many Licks?,” at 6:30 p.m., Harvard Square Coop, Cambridge. MONDAY : Wade Rathke discusses “Citizen Wealth,” at 7 p.m., Harvard Square Coop. By Judith Maas, Globe Correspondent
Crime watch website in Arlington
The Police Department has teamed with CrimeReports.com to develop a page on the town’s website where residents can look up locations of recent crimes, such as assaults, thefts, and burglaries. Police Captain Robert Bongiorno said www.arlingtonma.gov/crimereports will be updated every day, and residents can also sign up for e-mail alerts for when a crime occurs in their neighborhood. Some ... Boston Globe
Murray, Bishop Feehan secure national berths
Shrewsbury’s John Murray was the lone Massachusetts runner to qualify for the Foot Locker National Cross-Country Championships in San Diego after finishing fourth at the Northeast Regional yesterday in Kings Park, N.Y. By Bob Holmes, Globe Staff
Holiday cookie extravaganza
Expand your repertoire with this eye-popping, mouthwatering assortment of recipes adapted from nine Boston-area bakeries. By Lisa Zwirn, Boston Globe
Wheaton basketball squad relying on cocaptains
Wheaton College head women’s basketball coach Melissa Hodgdon has set the bar high for senior cocaptains Andrea Bailey of Needham and Jenny Champney of Bedford. By Marvin Pave, Boston Globe
Regional plan for emergency care system
Thirteen cities and towns in Middlesex County have relied on an SUV from Emerson Hospital in Concord to provide paramedics and advanced life support during major medical emergencies since 1982. But that’s about to change. By John M. Guilfoil, Globe Correspondent
Census shows population growing in many suburbs north of Boston
It was here, where the brick buildings clutter the cobblestones and the sea pulses endlessly on the horizon, that she found balance. By Taryn Plumb, Globe Correspondent
Weston High School senior Jordan Segall goes to B.A.T. for young patients
GOING TO BAT FOR KIDS: In the two years since his brother was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, Weston High School senior Jordan Segall has helped raise more than $34,000 for the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America. In the process, he also became inspired to volunteer in a way that he says is “more personal than sending a check.’’ By Cindy Cantrell, Boston Globe
On Black Friday, some hit stores to shop, others visit tree farms to chop
They are the true believers of the tannenbaum, crusaders of the Christmas tree. They shun the long lines and mall madness of Black Friday to trek out to neat rows of evergreens lining the fields at Massachusetts farms. By David Filipov, Globe Staff
Billerica has finishing kick
Having already clinched a playoff spot and the Merrimack Valley Conference (Large) title, No. 6 Billerica did not let up against rival Chelmsford, shutting out the Lions, 17-0, yesterday at Billerica. By Mike Carraggi, Globe Correspondent
Despite a win, broker fights on
The former manager of Oppenheimer & Co.’s Boston office won his arbitration case last month against the New York brokerage, which he said had unfairly fired him for cooperating with regulators who were investigating one of the firm’s brokers in 2006. By Beth Healy, Globe Staff
Dr. Kenneth Baughman, 63; was cardiologist at Brigham
As one of the nation’s leading experts and innovators in the treatment of heart failure, Dr. Kenneth Baughman emphasized the importance of exercise and healthy eating and tried daily to lead by example. By Melody N. Wright, Globe Correspondent
Report: Iverson says he plans to retire
Allen Iverson is set to retire from the NBA, according to an online report from Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Stephen A. Smith . A statement on Smith’s website says Iverson plans to retire, but also that “I feel strongly that I can still compete at the highest level.’’ The statement also says Iverson has tremendous love for the game and ... Boston Globe
Newton doctor spreads word about healthy cooking
NEWTON - The doctor is in . . . her kitchen. And with her new website, Dr. Deborah Chud of Chestnut Hill hopes to find her way into yours. By Erica Noonan, Globe Staff
Globe West roundup of Thanksgiving high school games
DIVISION 1 Waltham (5-4) at Brockton (8-1) Boston Globe
Break-out actor can’t break the rules
Fifteen-year-old Aaron Wolff is old enough to star in “A Serious Man’’ - but he isn’t old enough to see the movie at the West Newton Cinema. Wolff, a Newton actor who has a break-out role in the latest Coen brothers film, tried to take a pack of friends to see the movie Tuesday night but wasn’t allowed in. The ... By Mark Shanahan & Meredith Goldstein, Globe Staff
Mt. Ida basketball senior captain Darren Martinez ends on a solid note
Before the Mount Ida College men’s basketball team took the court a week ago for its opener against visiting Eastern Nazarene, veteran head coach Rico Cabral paid tribute to senior captain Darren Martinez, a three-year starter in the backcourt. By Marvin Pave, Globe Correspondent
Newton doctor spreads word about healthy cooking
NEWTON - The doctor is in . . . her kitchen. And with her new website, Dr. Deborah Chud of Chestnut Hill hopes to find her way into yours. By Erica Noonan, Globe Staff
Boston-area holiday crafts fairs are boosting green for the holidays
Call it Green Friday. As retailers gear up for Black Friday shopping, area holiday arts-and-crafts fairs are offering a slew of environmentally friendly gifts. But expect more than the usual recycled paper note cards. By Denise Taylor, Globe Correspondent