Alleged assault, official silence at RCC

Through dozens of interviews and a review of thousands of documents, the Globe has uncovered a culture of secrecy and recrimination at Roxbury Community College.

Woody Lancaster of Topsfield is ready for his return to the town fair.

N.E. growers ever closer to 1-ton pumpkin

At the Topsfield Fair, considered by many to be the world’s premier giant pumpkin weigh-in, this could be the year that the elusive milestone is finally reached.

Partners’ South Shore Hospital bid draws scrutiny

Federal investigators have joined Massachusetts officials in closely scrutinizing a bid by Partners HealthCare System to acquire the hospital.

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney has been practicing timed debates with Senator Rob Portman of Ohio (right), who stands in for President Obama.

First debate called critical for Mitt Romney

After a month of missteps and missed opportunities, the GOP presidential candidate faces three debates in the national spotlight that could bolster or bury his chances.

Ravens 31, Patriots 30

Patriots lose heartbreaker to Ravens

Ravens rookie kicker Justin Tucker booted a 27-yard field goal as time expired to beat the Patriots, 31-30, in Baltimore.

Ravens kicker Justin Tucker began to celebrate after converting the game-winning field goal.

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Ravens kicker Justin Tucker began to celebrate after converting the game-winning field goal.

Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith, right, rushed past Sterling Moore in the second half.

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Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith, right, rushed past Sterling Moore in the second half.

Julian Edelman, left, celebrated his touchdown in the second quarter with Brandon Lloyd and Rob Gronkowski.

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Julian Edelman, left, celebrated his touchdown in the second quarter with Brandon Lloyd and Rob Gronkowski.

Wes Welker dove for some extra yards after a reception in the first quarter.

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Wes Welker dove for some extra yards after a reception in the first quarter.

Tight end Michael Hoomanawanui tried to sail in for a touchdown, but Ed Reed grabbed him shy of the goal line.

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Tight end Michael Hoomanawanui tried to sail in for a touchdown, but Ed Reed grabbed him shy of the goal line.

Julian Edelman dropped this Tom Brady pass in the first quarter.

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Julian Edelman dropped this Tom Brady pass in the opening quarter.

Steve Gregory returned this interception in the first half.

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Steve Gregory returned this interception in the first half.

Tom Brady slid after scrambling with the ball in the first half.

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Tom Brady slid after scrambling with the ball.

Bill Belichick screamed at an official in the first half.

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Bill Belichick screamed at an official in the first half.

Tom Brady suffered this sack in the first half.

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Tom Brady suffered this sack in the first half.

Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith (left) scored a touchdown in the first half. His younger brother, Tevin, died in a motorcycle crash early Sunday.

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Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith (left) scored a touchdown in the first half. His younger brother, Tevin, died in a motorcycle crash early Sunday.

Tom Brady appeared to be the center of attention for these fans before the game.

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Tom Brady appeared to be the center of attention for these fans before the game.

Bill Belichick screams at official Rodney Russell after a first-quarter call went against the Patriots.

Dan Shaughnessy

Replacement refs a nightmare in Patriots loss

After a night of incompetent officiating, the Patriots blew a 30-21 fourth-quarter lead to the Ravens on a questionable buzzer-beating 27-yard field goal.

5 new plans to assign Boston students

Officials are expected to unveil five proposals for allowing students to attend schools closer to their homes, a move that potentially could end four decades of cross-city busing.

Claire Danes won the best actress award and Damian Lewis took home the best-actor statue for their work in “Homeland.”

64th Primetime Emmy Awards

‘Modern Family,’ ‘Homeland’ dominate Emmys

While “Homeland” swept the top drama categories, “Modern Family” took home four comedy awards, including a third best-comedy win, at the 64th Primetime Emmy Awards.

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ON FOOTBALL

Tom Brady and the offense looked in the flow when Julian Edelman scored before the half.

Josh McDaniels needs to let his players play

For the second straight week, the Patriots offensive coordinator got in his own way and helped contribute to a second straight loss.

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Acquia staff participated in a coding session with users of its open-source software. Tom Erickson, chief executive, is in the front.

Software companies build business on model of free

A number of Massachusetts companies are basing their businesses on open source software, where the underlying source code to run ­applications is available for free.

Politics

Political Notebook

People gathered at an Obama campaign table in Marcus Garvey Park on Sunday in New York City.

Governor Patrick criticizes Mitt Romney for remarks

Patrick accused the GOP presidential nominee of “turning his back on half the country” after video emerged last week of Romney criticizing people who do not pay federal income taxes.

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