Published articles

 New Hampshire Union Leader and Sunday News

 Arts & Entertainment

Granite Staters explore the Heart of America: PBS series documents America the beautiful (9/20/2009)
  

  Don't call them Elvis 'impersonators': Presley 'tribute artists' take their performances seriously, and so do their fans (9/6/2009)

Business & Economy

 The boss is in town: NH Motor Speedway CEO Bruton Smith says he likes to win (6/27/2010)

Health care: What's next? Alternatives include 'medical homes,' tort reform and cross-state insurance plans (1/24/2010)

Vacancy signs: Monarchs hoping to lure back fans (10/15/2009)

Even in tough times, T-shirt company still believes Life is Good: Hudson company maintains optimism, civic commitment (7/12/2009)

Tourism thrift: Plenty of vacationers, but less spending, expected in NH (5/31/09)

Count is up at low-cost clinics: Rise in joblessness means fewer able to pay for coverage (3/1/2009)

Helping the hungry: Requests up, donations down at state's pantries, shelters (11/16/2008)

Speedway tickets a harder sell: Struggling economy means a tougher market for selling all 105,000 seats at the Loudon track (9/9/2008)

'This team belongs to the community': Fisher Cats have created loyal following with off-field efforts (7/15/2008)

Economy takes a toll on the tee: Costs crimp style for some golfers in New Hampshire (6/1/2008)
  

 

Education & Nonprofits

  Sox pitch grants to NH schools: Team hopes to spread program to every high school in the state (1/17/2010)

Letters of gratitude: Junior-high kids' notes take veterans by surprise (11/26/2009)

Booking new faces: For many students, school ties begin with social networking (9/13/2009)

Boys & Girls Club milestone: Building for the future (4/26/2009)

College students making major adjustments: With jobs scarce, seniors look at grad school, career options (3/22/2009)

Nonprofits feel the pinch: NH groups cut. merge, fund-raise (2/10/2009)

 How can I afford college? With a shaky economy and soaring costs, it's the question on almost every student's (and parent's) mind. Colleges are working hard to come up with answers (12/7/2008)

History

Note dropped from sky gave final farewells: Family still treasures 1943 message (5/25/2009)

 

Politics & Government

 Speech may have a slight NH accent: Obama speechwriter Jon Favreau is the son of a Manchester native and grandson of a former state rep (1/18/2009)

Sports

     On the mend after a battle with potentially deadly blood clots, Sprint Cup racer Brian Vickers is looking forward to getting back on track (9/19/2010)

Sweet Song: Reigning U.S. Women's Amateur champ Jennifer Song already a winner on Futures Tour (7/22/2010)

At Mississippi State, Trinity grad Dan Mullen is fitting in (7/7/2010)

 A high-climbing crowd: 50th Mount Washington Road Race features an even higher level of competition (6/18/2010)

Back to the basics: More than 450 skaters taking part in Lake Winnipesaukee pond hockey tournament (2/7/2010)

It's not a low bridge to the future: Sox principal owner Henry says fans may misjudge catch phrase (1/17/2010)

A study in excellence: Johannah Leedham leading Franklin Pierce to another amazing season (1/5/2010)

Tiger's tale turns tawdry: NH golfers say Woods' reputation may suffer, but his game probably won't (12/3/2009)

26 miles and no tunes? Runners contemplate how they'll cope without their music devices, which Manchester Marathon rules ban (11/1/2009)

Tiger tips: Store proprietor still on Cloud Nine after meeting with Woods (6/17/2009)

A day for 'Cats and Dogs: Hockey regional has UNH, BU fans in celebratory mood (3/29/2009)

One big assist: PC-bound Tim Schaller saved his brother's life (3/26/2009)

Trail quest ends in style: Auburn native posts fourth-fastest time ever in grueling Appalachian Trail hike (10/1/2008)

Back to normal: Joanne Dow has returned to New Hampshire after an experience that's unlike any other (8/26/2008)

Former NH man on the trail of a record: Karl Meltzer seeks to run Appalachian Trail in 47 days (8/10/2008)

Celts in the Finals: Better late than never (6/8/2008)

Travel

Caribbean comforts: To get a true Caribbean experience, head to the islands off the beaten tourist path (3/21/2010)

On the plains of Africa: South African holiday highlights (11/9/2008)

Trends

NH native's social-media site keeps runners connected (4/18/2010)

Young athletes look for an edge: Where science and technology meet ambition, hard work ... and money (8/16/2009)

Going virtual racing ... just like Junior: Using a simulator and a computer, members race against other drivers, including some NASCAR stars (6/28/2009)

Online overload: Granite Staters find self-discipline essential in 24/7 communications world (1/11/2009)

 

Seton Hall Magazine

The Simple Power of 'Thank You': Middle-School teacher Daniel Kocsis '69 gives his students lessons in history - and life - with an inspired class assignment (Winter/Spring 2010)
 

The Extra Mile (Southern NH University)

The View from Main Street: Alumni business owners talk about how they're dealing with the Great Recession (Spring 2010)

Golf World

Backspin: Ryder Cup remains memorable to Pott (9/20/2010)

Backspin: Twin wins in '67 still shock Dickson (8/23/2010)

Backspin: Richard thankful for Bell's advice (8/9/2010)

My Town, Jane Blalock: Boston's history and charm make a stay in the region more than the ordinary golf vacation (7/12/2010)

All in the family: Carnoustie greenkeeper John Smith had five sons, all golfers. One hundred years ago two of them, Alex and Macdonald, were part of a playoff that determined that year's U.S. Open champion (6/21/2010)

Backspin: South Africa still special to Little (6/21/2010)

Backspin: Life after golf offers Gerring fulfillment (6/7/2010)

Backspin: Crawford learns no deficit too great (5/24/2010)

Backspin: 'Invisible man' gets due with T of C win (4/26/2010)

Backspin: 'Dinah' victory was Bowen's big splash (3/22/2010)

Backspin: Ailment couldn't hold back Myers (2/22/2010)

Backspin: Ogle the analyst talks Pebble win (2/8/2010)

Backspin: Ishii stays true to Hawaiian roots (1/18/2010)

Backspin: A Georgia boy turned local hero (10/5/2009)

Arnold Palmer's Greatest Moment (9/14/2009)

Perspective: Amputee golfers share special bond (8/24/2009)

Backspin: Golf prepped Budke for ER work (8/17/2009)

Backspin: Britz shined in summer of '79 (7/13/2009)

The Great Survivor: The Depression tested (but never beat) Long Islander Jerry Travers, America's top amateur a century ago (U.S. Open Preview, 6/15/2009)

Backspin: Colonial win part of Devlin's Texas ties (5/11/2009)

Backspin: Patty Sheehan (3/30/2009)

Backspin: When Nicolette bit The Shark back (3/23/2009)

Golf's Next Quick Fix: PowerPlay Golf (3/9/2009)

Backspin: Hagge's still the youngest winner (3/2/2009)

Backspin: L.A. win inspires Schulz's senior ambition (2/23/2009)

Backspin: Jones offers tour insight to young golfers (1/19/2009)

Backspin: Sander shone brightest in USGA events (10/17/2008)

Building Tension: A stalled real-estate project has locals in St. Andrews concerned about an Old Course landmark (10/3/2008)

Backspin: Courville, dad shared special golf bond (9/26/2008)

Backspin: Cowan recalls parting shot at '71 Am (8/29/2008)

Backspin: Rule savors success against Nicklaus (8/1/2008)

2010 Masters Journal

Masters Insider: Honored to be invited (April 2010)

 

USGA.org (United States Golf Association)

Spieth aims to defend U.S. Junior title: Tiger Woods remains only golfer to have won multiple times at this championship (July 2010)

The Shuttle Putter and the USGA (March 2010)
 

GolfChannel.com

Boston's Best Courses Rich in History (8/31/2009)

Autumn in New England Beckons Golfers (9/1/2009)

FoxSports.com

Going virtual racing ... just like Junior (6/29/2009)

Golfweek

 Almost heaven: Maine is more than just lobsters. From its rugged mountains to its jagged coastline, the state has a rich golf landscape (6/14/2008)

The final chapter: Golf author Bob Labbance overcame paralysis, only to face and even more daunting foe, ALS (6/14/2008)

Shared passions: Golf-rich Yankee enclave falls hard for racing heroes (2/16/2008)

Golf Business

A Beautiful Mess: Madison Golf's Composting Program Is Yielding Cost Savings, Healthier Turf and Positive Publicity for the Company's Two Courses (September 2010)

A Driving Force: Neither the Housing Crash, Nor a Soft Golf Market, Nor Two Bouts with Cancer Have Quelled John Schaefer's Will to Succeed (August 2010)

Redemption Song: A Renovation Project, Commitment to Customer Service and Strategic Belt-Tightening Have Reversed the Fortunes at Boston's George Wright (May 2010)

A Change in Course: When Disaster Strikes, You Sometimes Have to Take the Road Less Traveled (March 2010)

The Good Steward: Environmentalism is a Cornerstone of Business at Little River Inn (March 2010)

 

PGA Tour Partners

Pro file: D.A. Weibring (Nov./Dec. 2007)

  

PGA Professionals' Guide to Travel

School Days: Do your homework ahead of time to find a golf school that has the right style and amount of instruction for your and your game (2007 annual)

 

Executive Golfer

Athletic Wonder Babe Didrikson Zaharias held nothing back in pursuit of golf greatness (8/2008)

In the depths of the Great Depression, amateur golf glory drove Johnny Goodman (2/2008)

Middle-aged master: Walter J. Travis fell for golf in his 30s and left an indelible mark on the game (12/2007)

Primary pastime: As campaign season heats up, a look back at 10 favorite presidential golf moments (10/2007)

Million-dollar forefather: Walter Hagen ushered in big-money golf and PGA Championship's major status (8/2007)

Guiding hands of history: Fathers' influence is clear in lives of golf legends (6/2007)