seacoastonline.com — The presidential election through the eyes of a New Hampshire sportswriter's encounters with John McCain and Barack Obama. It's a political column that includes Ted Williams, Stan Musial, Teddy Roosevelt and Gerald Ford. You've got

PORTSMOUTH — Police were called to Richards Avenue early Monday morning after a resident complained about "a very loud sex session going on."

PORTSMOUTH — The sold-out appearance of legendary journalist Barbara Walters stopped abruptly on Friday night after people sitting in The Music Hall balcony said they felt the building shift under their seats. The building was evacuated.

KITTERY, Maine — The cybersleuths for the Pentagon could be coming to the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, bringing an estimated $100 million or more to the Seacoast region.

NEWINGTON — A British Royal Air Force fighter jet at the Pease Air National Guard base for repairs was forced to return after takeoff late this morning due to an electrical problem.

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I'm sorry! I'm sorry I accused "American Idol" of being rigged. Don't send my favorite away — I'll pay the ransom. I never meant it. Carly Smithson! My top girl since the very first day. You were just making a comeback and they killed you off.

They asked and asked and asked and I called and called and called and finally got through. To Berna, a nice Southern lady who may have a lovely singing voice but is definitely not one of the 'American Idol' top 12.

Black Widow Cook struck again last night. I was sure it would be Syesha but was off by at least three when Ryan called Kristy Lee, Ramiele and ? wuh? ? Brooke to the uncomfortable and futuristic-looking stools.

RYE — At 5 Harborview Drive, they're knocking down the small Cape-style home but saving the rare Japanese umbrella-pine tree that has grown up next to it.