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...reports of its activities. Frequently derided as a nightclubbing wastrel before his 10-week stint in Helmand province, the prince now finds himself lionized by many of the same voices that used to criticize him. "I don't want to sit around Windsor, because I generally don't like England that much and it's nice to be away from all the press and the papers," he said, sadly contemplating his homeward journey...
...glorious day a few weeks ago, I learned that salvation would soon be here. I was invited to a Facebook event: “FREE BURRITO DAY: Another Big Day for Chipotle in New England.” On March 6, the wait would finally be over. I wrote the date down in my planner, circled it vigorously, and told all my friends. I started dreaming of camping out all night and placing my order. Yes, I’ll have some extra guacamole. Free soda? Why, thank...
...This weekend is always a difficult one for New England schools,” senior skipper Kyle Kovacs said, “since most of the Mid-Atlantic schools have been practicing consistently for some time now while we’re still dealing with below freezing temperatures every now and then, which means we can’t practice...
...South Carolina - but it's not really a leave-me-alone state. Taxes are high. Government services are extensive. It's the only state without a balanced budget requirement, but its bonds are top-rated. Local affairs are still handled at the annual town meetings renowned throughout New England - Vermont's will be held this year on, yes, March 4 - but the state government has steadily expanded its power. "There's less and less for town meetings to decide; we might get to choose a road commissioner," says McLaughry, who has moderated the town of Kirby's annual meetings...
...hard line? Chalk is amongst the most innocuous of messengers. Unlike spray paint or ink, chalk is always laid down with impermanence in mind. It washes away easily with nothing more than water, and so the variety of New England weather ensures that no chalk message remains for much longer than a week...