Bailout deal reached as Congress approves 700 billion plan
Congressional leaders and the White House reached a 700 billion bailout to purchase devalued mortgage assets, sharing spending controls with the Bush administration. The plan drew tentative support from both presidential candidates and moves to a House vote amid election-year politics. Bush urged passage, warning costs to the economy could be disastrous without the rescue.
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Inside Presidential Hopefuls Jockey for Bailout Credit
Presidential contenders maneuver to seize credit in the bailout accord as aid talks continue. Key figures along with party leaders press lawmakers for favorable language and timing.
Portsmouth weighs revisiting police detail ordinance
Portsmouth weighs revisiting a 1984 ordinance requiring uniformed police for traffic detail at work sites. City officials note cost and retirement implications, while police unions tout training and deterrence. Local debate contrasts with Massachusetts moves to allow flaggers to reduce costs.
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Boston split doubleheader as playoffs near
In a Monday action, Boston split a two game set with the Yankees and prepares to face the Angels in the AL playoffs. A9 notes a poll showing a majority of New Hampshire residents agree with a police killing sentence.
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Pan-Mass Challenge Seacoast Kids Bike Ride Held In Rain
Killian Gray of Rye joins about 100 youngsters in the third annual Seacoast Kids Bike Ride at Great Island Common. The event supports the Jimmy Fund and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute with a 10 mile main loop and a shorter course. Organizer Ellen Stockmayer says PMC raises about $30,000 yearly for cancer research despite wet conditions.
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Green journey to geothermal home in Maine
Gillian Carter, a Portsmouth Unitarian Universalist member, has championed eco practices since the 1980s. She adopted a green sanctuary pledge and now lives in a 225 year old riverbank house in Kittery Maine, embracing energy saving and a clothesline.
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Voices from the Square on TV, sports, and polls
Rick Robicheau, Kris Bowden, and Jessie Schultz share why they skipped watching debates and TV. Robicheau cites his hockey tournament, Bowden opposes a presumed winner, and Schultz admits going out drinking instead. Visit Seacoast Connects for forum details.
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