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  July 20, 2024
  

  Par for the Course: British championship gets nod as ‘The Open’

  Only recently have some Americans — TV people mostly — begun to call it 'The Open.' Out of respect for golf elders, Americans should comply because it is not difficult to do, writes Bill Kennedy.

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  July 13, 2024
  

  Par for the Course: Garden State golf instructor grew love of game in Maine

  Chip Ranco comes from a very large Maine family, but golf has taken him away from Vacationland, writes Bill Kennedy.

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  July 6, 2024
  

  Par for the Course: Fairlawn bounces back quickly from storm damage

  The Poland course was hit hard by the June 30 storm, but only needed a day of cleanup before reopening.

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  June 29, 2024
  

  Par for the Course: Maine Open makes successful return

  The consensus among players in the 126-man field was that the tournament had strong competition and was run very well, writes Bill Kennedy.

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  June 22, 2024
  

  Par for the Course: Lingering thoughts from the US Open

  As the dust settles from an eventful US Open at Pinehurst No. 2, Bill Kennedy has some observations on the tournament, the course and its history.

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  June 15, 2024
  

  Par for the Course: How hockey led to radio gig for Poland Spring pro

  If you are wondering how Mark Malloy got onto the PM Jab, it is because he played high school hockey.

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  June 8, 2024
  

  Par for the Course: Putting for more dough in the LPGA

  The prize money at the LPGA's US Open earlier this month was the largest in the history of women's golf.

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  June 1, 2024
  

  Par for the Course: Fenn-Ross Tournament puts spotlight on Poland Spring course and resort

  Named for Arthur Fenn and Donald Ross, the tournament combines competition with a history lesson, writes Bill Kennedy.

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  May 25, 2024
  

  Par for the Course: Fun to see so many pros finish under par at a major

  While some critics wonder if Valhalla was too easy for a PGA Championship, Bill Kennedy writes that the low scores were refreshing.

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  May 18, 2024
  

  Par for the Course: Good golf in Maine and on TV

  Bill Kennedy opens his 12th season as golf columnist discussing the strength of pro golf in 2024, the soothed tensions of the PGA and LIV tours, and Scottie Scheffler's stellar start to the season — and the weekend — despite distractions.

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