I am actually impressed that grammar is so well taught over here (I haven't heard the term 'part participle' since I was in junior school, Nevertheless I think you will find that 'gotten' is only a derivative of 'get' in the USA. ..which sort of brings us full circle. I would love to carry on...

Now what on earth made you think I was referring to you Gary? I guess just because you are paranoid doesn't mean they aren't out to get you, huh? By the way, the word 'gotten' isn't English.

Guys thanks for all the helpful responses and the geography lessons. Whilst the temptation is great to dive in and respond to some of the more 'parochial' (or in one case even actionable!) comments I will resist and attempt to assimilate better in to the local culture. Just one comment above...

Can anyone tell me if there is any way at all I can get the New York CBS, FOX, NBC (Channels 80-86) etc in Boston from Directv or OTA? I am British and not that interested in local news; I want to know what is happening in the world!! Directv quote me federal regulations, which is all they can...