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Another washout Yet another in a string of rainy days, Thursday may have been the worst yet, as a swift but strong thunder and lightning storm swept through the Attleboro area in the morning, sparking a house fire in Seekonk, several other reported lightning strikes and causing flash flooding and power outages.
The storm hit about 8 a.m., but was pretty much out of the area by 8:30 a.m. Heavy rain continued off and on afterward, however. About 2 inches of rain fell during the day, the Attleboro Water Department said. Top Stories
If a thunderstorm is looming, or you are in the middle of one, lightning can be a critical threat. The American Red Cross says to follow these safety guidelines. More of this story
NORTH ATTLEBORO --Thirteen and counting. More of this story
He was an outspoken contemporary of John Hancock and George Washington, a patriot and a civic leader who organized opposition to slavery and started schools for African-American children. His name is revered among the Masons, of which he was an early leader and loyal member. More of this story
 North's Christy Deininger hurdles her way to one of many wins. (Staff photo by MIKE GEORGE) While compiling this year's Sun Chronicle girls' track all-star team, we briefly considered just giving all 21 spots to members of the Mansfield Hornets. OK, OK, OK, not really, but you might be able to make a case for taking such a drastic step. The Hornets were nearly unstoppable this season, especially the six - yeah, six - that made the all-star cut.
Take, for example, Michelle Jenssen. In the 400-meter hurdles, an event that had never been run competitively in Massachusetts before, she found her stride, going undefeated and setting a state record at the MIAA finals. Or Emily Broyles, the sophomore who stormed past the competition in the 400-meter hurdles on her way to a state championship. And the duo pair up with Katie Jenkins and Erica Unger, another Sun Chronicle all-star pick, to create one of the most dominate 4x400-meter relay teams Massachusetts has ever seen, winning a state and New England title. The Hornets rounding out the list are Kelly McCabe, one of the best all-around track athletes of the spring season, 100-meter hurdle champ Meghan Ferreira and high-jump expert Kristen McDonagh. With this kind of talent, Mansfield coach Derek Ellis must be the luckiest high school track coach in the country. 
** Dighton-Rehoboth High jumping jack Chris Perry, the New England Meet champion in the triple jump at 47 feet, 6 inches, qualified the USA Track and Field Association's Junior Olympic Meet July 28-Aug. 2 at North Carolina A&T, by taking second place at the Northeast Championship Meet last week at Fitchburg State with a jump of 46-6 ... More of this story
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Where were you on July 20, 1969 when you watched the Apollo 11 mission spacecraft, the Eagle, land on the moon with Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin inside? How did you feel when you heard Armstrong say the now famous line, "That's one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind," as he descended a ladder, stepping on the moon for the first time? We'd like to hear your story for an article we're writing on the 40th anniversary of the lunar landing. Send your memory to Jessica Kosowski, 34 South Main St., Attleboro, MA 02703, or e-mail her at jkosowski@thesunchronicle.com. Don't forget to send a photo of yourself dressed up like an astronaut, too, if you have one. The deadline for responses is July 13, so don't delay.  PROVIDENCE - In the popular off-Broadway show "Menopause The Musical," an actress cites "the silent passage ain't silent anymore."
It aptly sums up changed attitudes about "the change of life." Given that a musical has been made out of menopausal symptoms - from hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, "cottage cheese" thighs, expanded waistlines, insomnia and sex - or absence of it - leaving entire audiences of women laughing, is probably saying something in itself. It's the best time of year to be outdoors. It's a season when the weather is warm, school's out, and coats can stay in their closets. It's summer. But for outside workers, summer campers, hikers, gardeners, or the average outdoor-enthusiast, a few enemies are lurking in the brush. More of this story
Gourmet foods, vintage wines and vivid culture. While travelers can find these three things just about anywhere in the world, there's one place that truly delivers the good life to its visitors without them even having to leave their barge. More of this story
Rehoboth resident Amy McCoy recently took the grand prize in RegionalBest.com's Asparagus Lovers Unite for Obama! recipe contest. More of this story
 If you love a parade - or patriotic music, fireworks, historic reenactments, sailboats, Neil Diamond or George M. Cohan for that matter - this is truly your weekend.
Here's a lineup of events that are going on locally, as well as around Massachusetts and Rhode Island:
Tuesday, July 14, is Bastille Day, and any restaurant anywhere with French cuisine will be doing something special. More of this story
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Singer Rob Halford notes that Judas Priest's summer tour of the United States is essentially the second leg of a tour that began last year in support of the band's 2008 concept album, "Nostradamus." More of this story
 WRENTHAM - Eleven-year-old Lucy Davies and her 8-year-old brother, Luke, won the equivalent of a local Oscar recently for the 10-minute documentary they filmed using a handheld video camera.
Filmmaking isn't the only thing that distinguishes the precocious duo. Lucy, who attends fifth grade, is an experienced actress who's appeared in professional stage productions. Luke is an imaginative young artist who can fashion a skyscraper or a fantasy village out of Legos in less time than it takes to brew a cup of coffee. Latest In-Depth Reports
 December's jobless figures hit home with a sickening thud. Now, comes January's report.
 More area residents will be heating their homes with wood pellets, coal and fireplaces next winter than anytime in the recent past, as they seek alternatives to skyrocketing fuel oil and natural gas costs.
 Within two weeks of moving into their new home in North Attleboro, one of the first things Bill and Michele Clark did was scope out the sunniest patch in their back yard and plant a vegetable garden.
 (ARA) - American households are rediscovering the art of cooking at home. More than 35 percent of consumers are cutting back on their restaurant dining, according to a recent American Research Group study. As many of us make this shift away from our favorite eateries, you may be tempted to turn to fast food rather than your kitchen.
Sixty-three percent of Americans believe that healthy foods cost more than unhealthy, and almost half think it may be cheaper and faster to go for the drive-through than to prepare a wholesome meal at home, according to an October 2008 CIGNA Healthcare survey. So if you're a little rusty at healthy cooking on a budget, you're probably not alone. It's time to take a look at strategic grocery shopping and healthy meal preparation to better survive the recession and keep you and your family healthy in the process. Diet Detective
My favorite cooking shortcuts don't even involve turning on a stove. Rotisserie chickens - available in most supermarkets and some restaurants - are a quick and healthy alternative to fast food when time is running short. Move over, Rachael Ray! If you grab a chicken on the way home, you've got an easy, two-minute meal.
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This week of Independence Day, in small towns and big cities, immigrants from dozens of countries of origin have been raising their right hands for an oath of citizenship they've kept in their sights for months, even years, of studying the complex laws and traditions that comprise America.
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To the editor: A 4th of July thought about the first African-Americans: More of this story
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This is the time of year when many of you will be thinking about vacation plans. More of this story
 
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Stress over grades. Financial worries. Trouble sleeping. Feeling hopeless. So much for those carefree college days. The vast majority of college students are feeling stressed these days, and significant numbers are at risk of depression, according to an Associated Press-mtv-U poll. Eighty-five percent of the students reported feeling stress in their daily lives in recent months, with worries about grades, school work, money and relationships the big culprits.
(ARA) - Caring for eyes includes paying attention to nutrition, with recent studies showing a strong correlation between good nutrition and the prevention of age-related eye diseases. More of this storyMore Headlines
(ARA) - Setting out to create a garden that is uniquely one's own is an exciting yet overwhelming process for many homeowners. The goal should be to build a space that is beautiful, comfortable and convenient for personal use and enjoyment. Having a plan is important to aid any project, whether homeowners prefer large garden beds and borders or smaller container gardens. More of this storyMore Headlines
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