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Prayers Fill Common for Marathon Victims By PatriCk CoLeman Over 50 people gathered on Wrentham Town Common to support the victims and families of the horrific Boston Marathon bombing that took three lives and injured over a 100 on Monday, April 15. The prayer service was held at 7 p.m. and was put together by Joseph Botaish, Gail Pratt and the local spiritual leader-
ship from Wrentham's churches. "The events that happened at today's marathon affect us all in many ways," Botaish said. "I find the best thing to do at a time like this is to get together and pray." The service opened with the words of St. Mary Parish priest Bill Lohan who noted that we gather on Patriots' Day, a day where we remember
the bravery of the men and women who fought so long ago for freedom. Lohan prayed for both those injured and the first responders. "We commend those who died today and those who have been injured to your love and your care," Lohan said in his prayer. "We thank
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KP Wrestler Excelled In Tourney Byrne’s Desire, Dedication Led To Sectional Crown By ken Hamwey, Staff Sports Writer Kevin Byrne will always have fond memories of the events that transpired at the Division 2 Central Sectional wrestling tourney at Quabbin Regional High School in February. The King Philip senior, who was the top-seed in the 106-pound category, drew a bye in the first round, then proceeded to pin his next two opponents to become the tournament’s champion in his weight class. Byrne’s efforts were significant for a variety of reasons. He became the Warriors’ only sectional champ, representing a team that was sub-.500 and in the middle of a major rebuilding plan. The 18-year-old’s triumph also was a victory for those who rely on desire and dedication to achieve goals and for those who physically may not be big in stature. “Kevin is quiet, humble and committed,’’ said Scott Flaherty, the KP wrestling coach. “He worked hard in the off-season and he stayed after practice to improve. He’s very dedicated. He wasn’t a captain but he took on that role unofficially and became a respected leader.’’
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