September 2013 – Page 157 – The Portland Press Herald

Patriots Notebook: Defense has answers for Bucs’ challenges

by Mike Lowe September 23, 2013

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. – Going for it on fourth down is the football equivalent of questioning someone’s manhood. “It’s a slap in the face when somebody goes for it on fourth down,” said Tommy Kelly, the hulking defensive tackle for the New England Patriots. “Like, ‘y’all can’t stop us.’ “Any time you stuff them on that, […]

Patriots crush Bucs, 23-3

by HOWARD ULMAN The Associated Press September 23, 2013

Rookie receivers Kenbrell Thompkins and Aaron Dobson step forward as New England remains undefeated.

News

Feature obituary: James Brewer, 92, lived a life of sea, ships and heroism

by Dennis Hoey September 23, 2013

His life at sea began with back-breaking work. His first job involved shoveling coal into boilers on steamboats that traversed the Great Lakes. But as James Lewis Brewer matured, his career blossomed and his life became filled with tales of adventure and heroism. “He has been through a lot but he loved the ships and […]

Boston Red Sox, Sports

On Baseball: Yaz sir! He’ll always be at Fenway

by Kevin Thomas September 23, 2013

Carl Yastrzemski, who played 23 seasons with the Boston Red Sox, gets his own statue outside the ballpark.

Nation & World

Ten things to know about al-Shabab

by The Associated Press September 23, 2013

The extremist Islamic terrorist force claims responsibility for the violence at the Nairobi mall.

Boston Red Sox, Sports

Boston indeed back among elite

by The Associated Press September 23, 2013

In his last start before moving to the bullpen, Felix Doubront goes seven innings in the regular-season Fenway finale.

Sports, Varsity Maine

High School Notebook: Scots, Spartans see positive signs

by From staff reports September 23, 2013

Bonny Eagle and Sanford both learned lessons in their football game Friday night. The undefeated Scots (3-0) know they are a good team, but not so good to cruise along. They trailed Sanford 6-0 at halftime. “The beginning of the game, we didn’t respect our opponent, to tell you the truth,” Bonny Eagle quarterback Zach […]