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Pick up a gun or go to America. Not much of a choice for a 14-yearold boy from any country, but one that Marcos Tejada's parents presented him with during his home country of El Salvador's civil war. Having never attended school at any time in his life, Tejada saw a brighter, safer future in the United States. He chose a one-way trip to the U.S. More ... Nantucket Police blotter for two weeks ending December 9, 2008. Information provided by the Nantucket Police Department. All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Tuesday, November 25 8:58 a.m. Ryan Kimberly, 34, of 135 Yarmouth Road, Apt. J, Hyannis, Mass., was held at 20 South Water St. for an appearance in court. More ... Despite fears that America's new tightfistedness would prevent Nantucket's off-island friends from visiting this Stroll, turnout was robust. "From our perspective at the Chamber of Commerce, the weekend was successful," said Nantucket Chamber of Commerce director Tracy Bakalar. More ... He had a keen eye for quality, a trait that set him apart from many others in his field. Respected antiques dealer Paul H. Madden, who lived on Nantucket from 1967 to 1986, died at 70 on September 30 from complications following a leg infection. More ... Stephanie Giselle Chavez was born at Nantucket Cottage Hospital on November 28, 2008, weighing 7 pounds and 7 ounces. She is the daughter of Juan Chavez and Naty Panemeno and sister of Juan Jose Chavez of Nantucket. Her grandparents are Sara Regalado and Juan Chavez of El Salvador. Her greatgrandparent is Santos Regalado of El Salvador. More ... Special Town Meeting voters supported cost increases for two water tanks and acquisition of Millie's Cottage and adopted all six budgetary articles. More ... Cape Wind Associates is about a month away from the Minerals Management Service issuing its Final Environmental Impact Statement on its plan to put up 130 wind turbines on Horseshoe Shoal in Nantucket Sound. The Minerals Management Service of the U.S. More ... A gray Toyota sedan driven by James P. DeWolfe, 24, of 9 Macys Lane crashed through two telephone poles around 8:10 p.m. on Friday near 78 Madaket Road. DeWolfe was heading to Madaket. More ... Children's Beach became a sandcastle builders' dream last week when AGM Marine of Mashpee, Mass. began dredging the slips in front of the White Elephant. More ... A club sport for three years, junior varsity ice hockey became a school-sanctioned sport this season, and had its first practice last week under Jack Moran as coach. "This has been an interest that I have had since talk about the rink began years ago," Moran said. More ... People of all ages love the magical colors and celebrations that are part of Christmas festivities, but children are the most excited by this holiday, and the community has several events planned with special features just for them. More ... You do not get many things of quality for free these days, but on Saturday, December 13 the Nantucket Police Charitable Association will hold its 19th free community Christmas party for kids (of all ages at heart, they say) from noon until 3 p.m. at the American Legion Hall. More ... Wednesday, December 10 10 - 10:30 a.m. Toddler Time Story time for toddlers ages 18-36 months. Free admission. No reservation required, but program is limited to first 30 attendees. Nantucket Atheneum Gallery. 11 - 11:30 a.m. Story Time Storytime for children 3 years and older. Free admission. No reservation required, but program is limited to first 40 attendees. More ... |
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