During my journalism career, I’ve had the chance to work at some excellent newspapers who have given me the opportunity to cover some incredible stories. Here are a few of my favorite clips from over the years.
The Eagle-Tribune
Andover teen won’t give up after life-changing accident
Building Champions: Going into second Olympics as U.S. Judo’s head coach, Methuen’s Jimmy Pedro has high hopes for Rio
Chip off the old Bedrock: Son of former Methuen great Steve Bedrosian making his own memories in the MLB, at Fenway
Near season’s midway point, David Ortiz striving for normalcy despite Retirement Tour
Double Trouble: Andover’s Kate and Anne Farnham a dominant defensive force for UMass women’s lacrosse
A career cut too short: Two years after suffering severe concussion, former Central star Casey McLaughlin ending college career at Stonehill
Knights win thriller: Karalis’ late heroics lead North Andover past Methuen in double overtime
Methuen’s Dougherty honors late father with successful Coaches vs. Cancer event
Merrimack’s Neild thriving on the court despite hearing loss
Reaching new heights: Despite height difference, Hornets’ Lezon and Swartz a perfect match on the court
Finding her strength: Windham’s Feole on the road to recovery after suffering rare spinal stroke
X marks the spot: Several Patriots players over years have sent their talented sons to Xaverian
A job well done: Andover swimming hands archrival Acton-Boxboro first loss
The greener path: Ryan McGillivray could have followed his father into race management, but instead he’s become a rising star in the groundskeeping world
Pinkerton lacrosse reclaims spot as New Hampshire’s top dog
The Daily News of Newburyport
As Sports Editor
A dream from down under: Australia’s Ben Keeping comes to Port in hopes of improving MLB Draft stock
Sticking the landing: Port gymnast Georgia Dabritz looking to wrap up stellar career with NCAA title
Blood, sweat and tears: Boyle’s all-state championship the realization of lifelong dream
Before Super Bowl pick, Pats’ Butler practiced with Triton players
Former Patriots lineman Max Lane talks about Super Bowl experience
Deflating footballs common at all levels, local coaches say
Gone but not forgotten: Classmates remember Port running legend Travis Landreth on eve of 20th anniversary reunion
A storybook ending: Newburyport girls lacrosse wins first state championship
Full circle: Winners Circle Running Club members reflect on anniversary of Marathon Bombings
One of the best: Port’s Carleo earns All-American honors at nationals
As Amesbury Reporter
Gray wins mayoral election by eight votes, Kezer will seek recount
Chemical spill shuts down Amesbury neighborhood
In Amesbury, a deep political divide
Hoax carjacking story lands man in hot water
Yankee Homecoming: Ribbon fries to bread bowls, it’s all at Market Square
Locally, retailers divided on selling controversial Rolling Stone issue
Plum Island Disaster Coverage
– Storm claims [three] homes
– Third house succumbs on Plum Island
– VIDEO: Plum Island home destroyed
– Devastation: Plum Island reeling after historic storm
– Local family loses cherished home
– Plum Island reels from storm’s devastation, assesses damage
On her own terms: State Rep. Harriett Stanley steps aside
Hurricane Sandy Coverage
– Thousands of residents without power
– Tense moments as waves crash on waterfront
– Amesbury hit hardest by power outages
– VIDEO: Hurricane Sandy strikes Newburyport
Hitting close to heart: Ten years later, Gary Bergeron reflects on the day he came forward as a survivor of sexual abuse at hands of priest
Everywhere we go it makes people smile: Fireball Run contestant shows off working DeLorean Time Car replica
At home on the farm: Ally Scholtz, 14, has a natural green thumb out at Cider Hill Farm
The Daily Campus
Investigative Pieces
UConn loses nearly $1.8 million at Fiesta Bowl
Features
UConn’s Odd Couple: Despite vastly different backgrounds, Tyler Olander and Niels Giffey thriving as teammates
Cinderella Man: Johnny McEntee’s journey for walk-on to starter
Columns
National title a fairy tale ending to season: UConn men’s basketball wins 2011 national championship
Herbst on the BCS
Cherish this time
Mac Cerullo 