- The three candidates for US Senate staged their first debate of the special election last night. Democrat Martha Coakley explained how she was against health care reform before she was for it and Republican Scott Brown proclaimed himself the change candidate. Independent candidate Joseph L. Kennedy was there, too. [Boston Globe]
- Governor Deval Patrick will run for re-election next year after considering not seeking a second term. [WBZ]
- Senator John Kerry is in Boston today to discuss state and federal efforts at health care reform. [Boston Herald]
- Two volunteer firefighters from Hamilton rescued a 19-year old man who fell through the ice while rescuing his dogs. [WCVB]
- The New England Aquarium is now home to six adult rockhopper penguins. [WBZ]
- The number of holiday travelers passing through Logan Airport this year is expected to increase almost 30%. [Boston Herald]
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