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Instead Of Surgery, Man Pedals Off The Pounds
October 9, 2012 NHPRErnest Gagnon, who once weighed 570 pounds, chose an unusual way to lose weight. Instead of surgery, he decided to take up cyclocross, a high-adrenaline racing sport that combines road bikes and obstacles. He gained the support of the cyclocross community and lost more than 200 pounds. Now he's even racing.
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Getting To Yes On Gay Marriage, One Voter At A Time
October 9, 2012 In November, Maine voters will decide on a ballot initiative that would legalize same-sex marriage. Canvassers are trying to drum up support for the initiative, though opponents say they are sure they have enough support to vote it down.