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Bill filed to require drunk drivers’ cars to have ignition switch

L.E. Crowley, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-29T02:05:28Z

State and local law enforcement officials are joining victims of drunk drivers and their advocates to support a bill that would require repeat offenders to use a breath-test device installed in the car.

At long last, a prescription for healthy food that’s tasty

Erica Noonan, Globe Staff — 2009-11-29T02:04:35Z

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.

A family’s simple plea: Remember the horror

Bella English — 2009-11-29T02:00:41Z

Every few years, something happens that, for the Rober family, brings back their worst day in the most vivid way. That day was Oct. 11, 1986, when the body of the oldest boy in the family, Paul Jr., was found in a wooded area in Plymouth.

Moderator cringes at vote gaffe

Matt Carroll, Globe Staff — 2009-11-29T01:58:47Z

Pembroke Town Moderator Stephen C. Dodge succeeded a legend, John D. Walsh Jr., who served for 59 years, arguably the longest tenure for a town moderator in state history.

Dog tracks get video reprieve

Christine Legere, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-29T01:58:22Z

RAYNHAM - With the end of greyhound racing less than five weeks away, Massachusetts legislators have tossed the state’s dog tracks a small bone: The lights will still go out on live racing on Jan. 1, but the Raynham-Taunton Greyhound Track and Wonderland in Revere will be allowed to simulcast races until July.

Quincy eyes fixes for Faxon Park

Robert Knox, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-29T01:57:58Z

The Quincy City Council has adopted a master plan designed to turn neglected Faxon Park into an urban treasure.

Less trash adds up to more cash

Matt Carroll, Globe Staff — 2009-11-29T01:56:49Z

With the economy still weak and revenues lagging, municipalities and residents have been trying to stretch their dollars. Many have found a relatively simple way to save money: recycle more.

Club helps those alone, in need give thanks

Christine Legere, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-26T01:38:19Z

HALIFAX - Thanksgiving Day conjures up nostalgic images of warm gatherings of family and friends and steamy kitchens filled with the aroma of roasting turkeys.

Firefighters to be honored

2009-11-26T01:38:13Z

RANDOLPH - Eight Randolph firefighters will receive a group award at the state’s Firefighter of the Year ceremony Dec. 3 in Worcester.

Alternative path to diplomas

Michele Morgan Bolton, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-26T01:33:50Z

The Norwood schools will launch an alternative night-school program next fall to give a second chance at earning a diploma to students who had a hard time succeeding in the traditional high school setting.

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Contract dispute halts Hanover High construction

Andrew Clark, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-26T01:33:23Z

Much-anticipated construction on the new Hanover High School has been delayed by a dispute over a contract on the project.

Relief and uncertainty for fans of Brigham’s

Johanna Seltz, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-26T01:31:33Z

HINGHAM - Ice cream lovers here exhaled in relief last week when they learned the iconic Brigham’s in Hingham Square would remain open despite the news that the corporation is going bankrupt.

Cultures, textures interwoven in photos

Robert Knox, Globe Correspondent — 2009-11-25T20:00:00Z

Photojournalist Cary Wolinsky was on assignment in Benares, India, in the midst of a political crisis more than 30 years ago when a chance encounter led him to Bhadohi, one of the centers of India’s traditional carpet-weaving industry. The range and importance of textiles - their role in the “fiber’’ of human culture - has fascinated him ever since.