"We've achieved something this year that has been superb when you consider what has gone on at the football club, " he said.

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Parker, who grew up in Barrington, Rhode Island, said he encourages high school students to look to the future and consider what candidates say about issues that matter to them such as the environment or Internet security.

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He said another consultation was planned to find out what services people in the area consider essential.

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Cruz's father said what happened was tragic but his son is taking responsibility and he hopes the judge will consider this when he issues his sentence.

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