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The Week In Crosswords

Posted on August 5, 2012 by Amy Reynaldo

This is an experiment, and may not last. But for now, here’s the most interesting crossword news of the week. Top Story: The fifth Lollapuzzoola, unlike its namesake, continued in spite of inclement weather. Winners were Glen Ryan (who’s been … Continue reading →

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The Year In Crosswords

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Amy Reynaldo

For reasons that might become clear by the end of this piece, crossword history has been on my mind lately. And with every news and media outlet coming out with a “year in retrospective,” I thought crosswording might deserve one … Continue reading →

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NYC crossword construction class* starts 9/19

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Amy Reynaldo

* Provided you’re 55 or older. Caleb Madison may be only a teenager, but he’s a gifted crossword constructor who is once again teaching a class for older adults called Get A Clue! A Comprehensive Course on Crossword Construction. The puzzles … Continue reading →

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Bay Area Crossword Tournament this Saturday

Posted on September 8, 2010 by Amy Reynaldo

Northern Californians, take note: The Bay Area Crossword Puzzle Tournament takes place Saturday, September 11, in Alameda. Competitors will solve three upcoming New York Times crosswords and a 21×21 puzzle constructed by Tyler Hinman. On-site registration is $30. Proceeds benefit … Continue reading →

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Wall Street Journal, 5/7/10 and Crosswords LA recap (2)

Posted on May 7, 2010 by Amy Reynaldo

“Capitalist Pig”  by Dan Fisher – 10:45 Last weekend, sandwiched by visits to Disneyland, I attended the Crosswords LA 2010 Tournament. Eric Maddy gave a recap here, and the puzzles have been reported as they appeared in the New York … Continue reading →

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Boston Crossword Puzzle Tournament wrap-up

Posted on April 11, 2010 by joon

thanks to all who came to the 2010 BCPT today at harvard. the event ran with nary a hitch, and everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. certainly i did. congratulations to our overall champion, eric maddy, who came all the way … Continue reading →

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Reminder: BCPT next Sunday!

Posted on April 4, 2010 by joon

just a little reminder that the boston crossword puzzle tournament is next sunday, april 11. you have to pre-register to compete, and ticket sales will only be open a few more days (so that they can be sure to have … Continue reading →

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Boston Crossword Puzzle Tournament!

Posted on March 13, 2010 by joon

joon here with an announcement for the 2010 (and second annual) boston crossword puzzle tournament, to be held at harvard university on sunday, april 11. if you live in or around boston, you have to come. if you live anywhere … Continue reading →

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