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Coming Up In Your Area Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 4:22AMSUNDAY, Dec. 28 Breakfast will be served by Bernay’s Apgar Post 342,-Chester American Legion, from 7 a.m. to noon at the post home, 333 Route 24E. The menu includes pancakes, French toast, eggs, sausage, hash browns, Danish, juice, coffee, tea and hot chocolate. Admission is $6.50, $3 for children 3 to 12, free for those younger.
Nedd leaves proud of reforms Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 4:21AMWASHINGTON TWP. – Township Committeeman Kevin Nedd is wrapping up his life as an elected official with a feeling of accomplishment and no regrets.
It is to be crowd goes wild as Tennant returns to Hamlet Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 4:21AMDAVID Tennant is preparing to appear as Hamlet tonight in the West End for only the second time after overcoming a back surgery.
Nordea Asset Management & Life extends SimCorp Dimension licence agreement Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 4:20AMManagement & Life, has entered into a strategic agreement with SimCorp extending its extends its licence agreement over the coming years.
Public safety safe from cuts for now Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 4:19AMAlabama public safety agencies have felt the sting of the hiring freeze and spending cuts Gov. Bob Riley ordered last month, but the department of corrections and state troopers will still be able to hire for critical positions.
Death toll in Koshi boat tragedy reaches 6 Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 4:19AMThree more bodies of persons who went missing after an overcrowded boat overturned in Koshi River yesterday have been found near the Indian border, taking the death toll in the tragedy to 6.
Appeals court rules against Unum Group Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 1:07PMNEW YORKóA unit of Unum Group abused its discretion and operated under a conflict of interest when it denied disability benefits to a cancer sufferer, a federal appeals court has ruled.
British reporter, Spanish photographer freed after 6 weeks captivity in Somalia Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 1:06PMTwo foreign journalists - a Briton and a Spaniard - were released Sunday after nearly six weeks in captivity in Somalia, officials said.
Bill Richardson pulls out as Commerce Secretary due to probe Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 1:05PMNEW MEXICO (AP) - New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson, tapped in December by President-elect Barack Obama to serve as secretary of Commerce, has withdrawn his name for the position, citing a pending investigation into a company that has done business with his state, NBC is reporting.
Israel Starts Ground Offensive in Gaza in Bid to Halt Rockets Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 4:42PMJan. 4 (Bloomberg) -- Israeli forces moved into the Gaza Strip, broadening an offensive against Hamas aimed at forcing the Islamist Palestinian group to stop firing rockets at the Jewish state’s southern cities.
38 days after Nisha, this suburb is still under water Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 4:40PMCHENNAI: Thirty-eight days ago, when cyclone Nisha brought Chennai to a standstill, 61-year-old G Karunapathy, a resident of Ayyappanthangal, about 15 km from Vadapalani, would hardly have imagined that his life would turn from bad to worse.
Man Found Beaten Outside Spartanburg Business Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 4:39PMAuthorities are searching for clues after a 20-year old Chesnee man was found severely beaten outside of a local pool hall.
Sticking close to home Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 4:38PMPat Tenore founded RVCA, a clothing design company associated with surf and skateboard culture, in his Costa Mesa garage eight years ago.
Woman struck by train, killed Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 4:37PM State, local and Amtrak police are on the scene of a person hit by a train.
How 2009 is going to rebuild us all Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 4:37PMNew year, new you. After extraordinary turmoil in the economy, everyone is facing uncertainty and change – but it’s not all for the worse. No longer will we be judged primarily on what we earn, and that will refashion us for the better
Suffolk County Crash Kills Pedestrian Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:29AMA car crash on Long Island took the life of a pedestrian, Friday. 43-year-old Rosario Provenzano was walking across Deer Park Avenue, when he was struck by 20-year-old Sean Arena. Asch was driving a 2002 Ford SUV.
Flowers, Soros, Michael Dell team to buy IndyMac Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:29AMWASHINGTON -- A seven-member investor group including billionaire George Soros and Dell Inc. founder Michael Dell have agreed to purchase failed lender IndyMac Bank, one of the largest casualties of the housing bust, for $13.9 billion.
District 2 JP Hopefuls Talk Top Issues Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:43AMIn the campaign for District 2 justice of the peace in Crawford County, Republican Tom Fite challenges incumbent Justin Lovett, a Democrat. Election Day is Nov. 4.
NU begins move into new HQ in downtown Hartford Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:43AMNortheast Utilities has completed its $8.7 million purchase of the Phoenix Companies’ 90,000-square-foot, three-story building in downtown Hartford, which will become NU’s new corporate headquarters.
Logan County To Pick Sheriff Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:43AMIn the race for Logan County sheriff on Nov. 4, incumbent Sheriff Steve Smith, a Democrat, seeks his second term against Republican challenger James E. Morris.
Fireworks safety a concern as New Year’s Eve approaches Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:42AMAs soon as Christmas Day ends, the next major holiday that people will focus on is New Year’s Eve. Traditionally, New Year’s is met with multiple celebrations, parties - and of course - fireworks.
Early Voters Line Up Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:42AMLITTLE ROCK — Turnout in Arkansas was heavy on the first day of early voting for the Nov. 4 general election, with long lines forming at some polling places.
Local business awards working mother with special gift Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 12:42AMBaytown’s Bates Custom and Collision has once again partnered with the Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) to help make the Christmas holiday a merry one for some needy families this year.
Dry weather prevailed over the State Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:04AMBangalore, Dec 31 : Following is the summery of observations recorded in weather office here at 0830 hours today.
Sacks standout will test Hokies Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:04AMFORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. Connor Barwin received a phone call a week before spring practice from his position coach, Mike Elston, who told him that Cincinnati coach Brian Kelly wanted to see Barwin in his office. Elston didn’t say why. “Usually, it’s not a call you want to get when they don’t tell you what it’s about,“ Barwin said. Wondering if he was in trouble, Barwin walked into the office.
Trial set for Denision suspect Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:04AMRENO - A man pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges of raping and killing a Reno college woman and sexually assaulting two others near the University of Nevada, Reno.
Business milestones Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:03AMThe PrivateBank ... ... of Bloomfield Hills has become a community partner of the Southeast Michigan program of Leave A Legacy. Through their partnership, The PrivateBank supports and promotes the need for individuals to aid their favorite charities through a charitable bequest in their wills or estate plans. Founded in 1997, the Southeast Michigan program of Leave A Legacy is a public awareness ...
Final segment on county salaries Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:03AMThe last installment of a series about county wages provides a look into numerous areas of the governmental budget. Wages for the school cafeteria system range from $6.50 to $12.62 per hour.
Top local stories of 2008 Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 6:03AMToo much and too little were the major stories of Central Massachusetts last year, as readers grappled with a lack of power and an abundance of unwanted bugs.
Adams National Will Merge With W.Va. Bank Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 10:50PMThe investors who control Abigail Adams National Bancorp, the parent company of the troubled Adams National Bank, have decided to merge it with a West Virginia bank that they also control in a deal designed to ensure Adams National can weather the financial crisis.
Obamas to move into Washington hotel this weekend Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 10:49PMAn exclusive hotel just yards from the White House will become a temporary home for President-elect Barack Obama and his family when they move to Washington this weekend.
Talkers: Plane picks up passenger mid-flight Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 10:48PMSALT LAKE CITY | For some ballet lovers, leaping and laughing do not mix. A special, humor-enhanced Christmas Eve performance of Ballet West’s “The Nutcracker” drew at least one request for a ticket refund. The office of Salt Lake County Mayor Peter Corroon even received an angry call from someone asking that the county stop funding the ballet company.
Lewiston’s acting mayor reports vanished documents, drugs and money Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 10:47PMLEWISTON, Minn. n Money, drugs and documents are missing from the Lewiston Police Department’s evidence locker; close to $50,000 sent to the city is unaccounted for; and a number of public records are missing from City Hall, acting Mayor Richard Ahrens said Wednesday.
Man stabbed to death on Southwest Side Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 10:47PMThe fatal stabbing of a 24-year-old man on the Southwest Side might have been gang related, police said tonight.Aldo Ruiz, of the 6800 block of South Western Avenue, was driving through an alley in the 2800 block of West 60th Street at about noon today when he stopped and got out of the car, said police Officer John Mirabelli. Ruiz was approached by two unknown men and started arguing with ...
What to expect in 2009 Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 10:47PMDaily News staff New Year’s Eve is a time to look back. New Year’s Day is about looking forward. Here are five issues the Daily News staff expects will make news in 2009:
Blagojevich to Name Burris to Obama’s Senate Seat (Update2) Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:00PMDec. 30 (Bloomberg) -- Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich will appoint former state Attorney General Roland Burris to fill President-elect Barack Obama ’s vacant U.S. Senate seat, a person familiar with the decision said. Senate Democratic leaders said they wouldn’t allow Burris to be seated.
E911 mans strongest building Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:00PMChristina Randolph mans her dispatch station at the E911 center while Ed Whidden works on a nearby computer. As Wayne County’s new law-enforcement center inches toward completion, the E911 dispatch center has already settled into the southeast corner of the building.
Govt investment fairs go to malls Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:00PMMANILA, Philippines--The government’s economic team is considering organizing regular investment fairs in malls to entice more investors to put money in the Philippines.
Cephalon will pay Kansas $1.1 million to settle drug-marketing claims Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:00PMKansas will receive more than $1.1 million from a pharmaceutical manufacturer to settle claims of improper off-label marketing of several drugs.
School board puts sales tax on ballot Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:00PMSeveral of the county’s most recently elected officials were sworn into office Tuesday at the Wayne County Courthouse.
Gas soars, but local economy roars Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:59PM The year 2008 will be remembered, to a great extent, for grim economic news.
New mayors elected Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:59PM Grove Hill and Coffeeville elected new mayors in municipal balloting. Jerry Newton won the office in Grove Hill and is shown with his wife, Jane, at far right, after the initial balloting in August. Robert Cox was elected in Coffeeville and is shown at immediate right taking the oath of office in October. Mayors in Fulton, Jackson and Thomasville were re-elected.
Hiring attorney on Weston Lakes agenda Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:59PMWeston Lakes City council members will resume discussions on who to hire as a city attorney during their regular meeting Tuesday.
Challenges for new leaders Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:23AMBarack Obama has, so far, been silent about Israeli airstrikes in Gaza. Prudently, he does not want to interfere with the current administration, which would be confusing to the rest of the world.
Food safety laws ignored Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:23AMMore than half the councils in NSW have not fined any food businesses caught breaking food safety laws in the past four years, raising fears that much of the state has no effective protection against food poisoning from unhygienic restaurants and cafes.
CRUISE WINS OVER GERMAN CRITICS WITH VALKYRIE Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:23AMTom Cruise has defied expectations and won favourable reviews from German critics for his portrayal of a Prussian army officer who tried to assassinate Adolf Hitler in the Hollywood film Valkyrie.
Blagojevich lawyer gets few takers in defense of Gov. Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:22AMSPRINGFIELD -- Gov. Rod Blagojevich’s lawyer spent more than an hour Monday trying to convince a House panel there’s not enough evidence to impeach the governor. | Prosecutor wants to release wiretap tapes | Lt. Gov. Quinn not openly preparing yet
County narcotics unit makes bust worth more than $2 million Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:22AMThe Fort Bend County Narcotics Task Force arrested a Mercedes, Texas man Dec. 17 with more than 3,300 pounds of marijuana and over 200 grams of cocaine.
Amerks Ring in the NEw Year with a Two-Game Set in Manitoba Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 4:17PM(Rochester, NY)... The Rochester Americans ring in the New Year with a two-game set on the road this weekend against the Manitoba Moose to conclude a four-game road swing.
Competitive bidding could save the state millions, critics say Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 4:16PMSouth Dakota’s state government has hundreds of active contracts worth millions of dollars for professional services ranging from legal work to health care to advertising, and most are provided by private sector businesses and individuals who are awarded the jobs without going through a competitive bid process.