Dec. 18, 2010
Updated: 11:45 PM

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Bruins 3, Capitals 2

Fast start gives Bruins win

Senate votes to repeal
'don't ask, don't tell'

The Senate voted, 65-31, to repeal the military's "don't ask, don't tell" policy on gay soldiers. The House had passed the bill on Wednesday, and President Obama is expected to sign it next week. (Globe)
Slain soldier laid to rest in Salem

Slain soldier laid to rest in Salem

Lauren Ayube, the wife of Sgt. James Ayube II, receives the flag from her husband's casket. Sgt. Ayube was a combat medic killed in Afghanistan on Dec. 8. (Globe)

Mass. alcohol poisoning deaths soar

State health officials are pointing to many potential causes -- from binge drinking to the sales tax exemption given to alcohol sold in stores. (AP)

Coast Guard 'Flying Santa' chief honored

Started in 1929, the program uses privately donated helicopters to help Santa make stops at 24 lighthouses and Coast Guard stations. (AP)

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