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Bad economic time could mean good time to travel Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:33PMThere may be a silver lining to the economic gloom. Why not take off for a vacation at record low prices? Experts say travelers will find plenty of travel deals.
Patriots assistant McDaniels scheduled to meet with Broncos Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:11PMThe Broncos brass planned to meet Sunday with New England offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels, whose reputation grew this year after Matt Cassel led the Patriots to an 11-5 record.
NASA tries something new Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 3:09PMNASA talks from time to time about the commercialization of space. Last week, instead of just talking the talk, it walked the walk.
Leave a comment Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 2:53PMWhat is a Fashion Leader anyway. Back in the days FLs were easy to spot. Rich, well past 40, big hair, tiny body, wearing the designer of the day.
Volunteer opportunities - Jan. 4 Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 2:17PMVolunteer opportunities - Jan. 4
Woman Seriously Injured in Hit-n-Run Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 10:05AMA woman continues to recover from serious injuries at the hospital after she was hit by a car and possibly a second vehicle. The accident happened just after 9 p.m. Saturday near the intersection of Hudson Avenue and Herald Street in Rochester.
Developer helps residents find housing: Occupants ordered to vacate county trailer park by Jan. 31 Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 10:02AMSAN JUAN COUNTY — A development company says it is taking steps to find housing for 20 households ordered to leave land tainted by a sewage treatment problem.
Franklin County farmers grow cautious in face of economic downturn Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 9:51AMThe 2009 Farm Show intends to promote ways the agriculture industry is using new technologies, generating, more renewable energy and infusing the economy.
Tennis: Safin siblings beat Italy at Hopman Cup Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 9:50AMPERTH, Australia — The brother and sister combination of Marat Safin and Dinara Safina gave Russia a straight-sets win over Italy at the Hopman Cup today.
Amick, Sisk to join Conaty & Curran Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 9:45AMRecently retired State Sen. Steve Amick www.steveamick.com and Mark Sisk, both of Newark www.marksisklaw.com have joined the Wilmington law firm of Conaty and Curran.
Winter in Yellowstone Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 9:41AMYELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Wyo. — We were expecting to see plenty of wildlife on a winter outing to Yellowstone National Park, but — silly us — we thought we might have to get through the entrance first.
Stoops not interested in Broncos job Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 6:09PMAs the Broncos moved to interview their first candidate to fill their head coaching position Saturday, another took himself of the running.
Different rules for judges, MPs Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 6:08PMQ: Why were pensions paid to the judges who were sacked during the 1988 judicial crisis? A: If you go by the concept of deferred salary, however you are removed, you have put in what is recognised as service.
Bonds, deficits, cash flow and cynics: four problems for pensions in 2009 Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 6:04PMProviding for retirement is not a simple matter. As the recession will dominate 2009, frankly, it is going to be a bleak year for pensions. No doubt fresh challenges will arise as the year progresses, but here are four significant ones we are likely to see in the next 12 months:
Should it retire at 40? Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 6:03PMLONDON: The computer mouse, arguably the single most important consumer gadget of the digital era, marked its 40th birthday recently.
The road ahead - Army News, opinions, editorials, news from Iraq, photos, reports - Army Times Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:32AMFrom a new commander in chief to a revamped method of PT, soldiers will see a slew of changes in 2009. Some might make Army life tougher. Some might make it easier.
Raines hoping for big jump in HOF vote Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:30AMRaines eyes big jump in HOF vote
Latest issue Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:30AMP Ramakrishnan recalls how Malaysians woke up on 8 March 2008 after half a century of slumber. He now urges them to generate a new tsunami of progressive non-racist politics and eliminate racial politics in the country
President okays her own salary hike by 300% Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:25AMPresident Pratibha Patil has approved the law giving her a 300 per cent hike in salary taking her monthly pay cheque to Rs 1.5 lakh from Rs 50,000 per month in the New Year.
Pacquiao’s demolition of Hoya startled Hatton Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:21AMRicky Hatton was among the many in attendance at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas who was shocked with the way Manny Pacquiao easily took the sting out of Oscar De La Hoya.
Keys to your business success Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:18AMCalvin Coolidge said it best: “The business of America is business.” So it should not come as much of a shock to anyone who believes in the United States that everything that is being said about our economy is not necessarily accurate.
Seniors passionate about need for center Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 12:20AMThe drum beat for a senior center is growing louder. Several city committees have the issue under study as a bond item in the next election. Susan Turek, who has lived in Rowlett almost 30 years, made a passionate argument to the city council on Tuesday night for a place seniors can call home.
Dusting Off a Serene Jewel Box Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 12:20AMSix years and $3 million later the first building of the Forbidden City to be restored, Juanqinzhai, or Studio of Exhaustion From Diligent Service, has just been completed.
A topsy-turvy 2008 tour Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 12:17AMWith the end of the first decade of the second millennium fast approaching, Little Elm is poised to meet the future with optimism.
Many Yuma citizens deserving of recognition Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 12:16AMThe Sun received 24 nominations for the 2008 Citizen of the Year Award. Past nominees and Sun editors read through the list of nominations and voted for the winner.
D Swarup, Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 12:14AMOpening the pension fund business to private fund managers will be among the biggest reforms in 2009. Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority Chairman who is in the midst of finalising the blueprint for all citizens to plan their retirement, spoke to Sidhartha about what lies ahead.
Baker Takes Charge Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 12:14AMA visibly excited Philip Baker stumbled over a few of the words he was repeating as he was sworn into office Wednesday as superintendent of Tallapoosa County Schools.
Sock drive warms hearts - and feet Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 12:49AMStudents enrolled in the Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) program at Alvin Community College warmed many feet – and many hearts – when they collected and delivered over 1,100 pairs of new socks to nursing home residents throughout the area on Dec. 12.
Minit Wash Employee Retires After 39 Years Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 12:48AMCamilla Kelly said her most vivid memory from working nearly 40 years at Minit Wash in Wheeling is when a priest unwittingly "stole" a car from the business.
Worry over healthcare causing ill health Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 12:47AM CHICAGO, Dec. 31 (UPI) -- One in 5 adults ages 45 and older are suffering health problems because of financial stress, an AARP survey indicates.
Retiring sergeant vows to stay on case of slain deputy Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 12:46AMAs he readies for retirement after nearly five decades in law enforcement, Harris County Sheriff Sgt. Ronnie Phillips Sr. remains haunted by the unsolved death of a fellow deputy in the 1970s.
A holiday tradition ends Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 12:44AMFiddler Kenny Putnam has the short answer for deciding to end South Dakota Acoustic Christmas after 19 years: “Nobody misses you unless you go away.”
IGT promotes Patrick Cavanaugh to CFO Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:36PMRENO, Nev. (AP) -- Reno-based International Game Technology has announced the promotion of Patrick Cavanaugh to executive vice president and chief financial officer.
The Town Crier Ten: The top local news stories of 2008 Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:36PM The news on the national, and state level this year was dominated by the sinking economy . It was no different here in Sudbury. This year, the Town Crier staff has selected the failed override as the top local story for 2008.
Haitian businessman accused of $23 million Ponzi scheme Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:35PMA Palm Beach County businessman promised to make Haitian-American investors rich - but instead bilked thousands of victims of $23.4 million, the Securities and Exchange Commission said Tuesday.
3:21 p.m. A look at new Missouri laws for 2009 Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:30PMSeveral new Missouri laws take effect Thursday. Here’s a look at some of them: All public employers and those with private businesses with government contracts worth more than $5,000, receiving state loans or getting tax breaks must use the federal E-Verify database to screen new hires.
Rockets re-sign Mutombo Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:29PMHOUSTON - The Houston Rockets have re-signed 42-year-old center Dikembe Mutombo for the rest of the season. The move gives the Rockets an emotional leader and a backup to Yao Ming.
German feels at home in rites for Rizal Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:27PMDAGUPAN CITY – At first glance, retired German police officer Manfred Ollik looks every bit a foreign guest every time the city government commemorates the death anniversary of national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal, on Dec. 30.
Southwest Airlines still negotiating air safety penalty Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:19AMDALLAS -- Southwest Airlines is still negotiating with the Federal Aviation Administration over alleged safety violations four months after regulators gave the airline a deadline to pay a $10.2 million penalty.
Daily Dose: Broadcasting her world Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:17AMIn late September, more than 100 hopefuls submitted short documentaries to an Internet video contest — YouTube Project: Report.
Jail lawsuit tossed Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:17AMCHARLEVOIX — A U.S. District Court judge has thrown out a lawsuit brought by the Charlevoix County jail administrator in which she claimed she was treated unfairly by the sheriff after she spoke out at a public meeting about her concerns over the air quality at the jail.
Roy Burdette “Bud” Johnson Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:15AMRoy Burdette “Bud” Johnson, 88, of Bertrand, formerly of Overton, died Sunday, Dec. 21, 2008 at the Bertrand Nursing Home.
NDTV.com: Hayden will be forced to retire: Reports Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 12:12PMFishing mates Matthew Hayden and Andrew Symonds face the boot, as captain Ricky Ponting conceded Australia were under pressure to make one of its biggest selection culls in a long time with series defeat to South Africa staring on the face.
Canadians upbeat heading into 2009 Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 12:10PMA new poll suggests a significant majority of Canadians remain optimistic as they look ahead to 2009 - notwithstanding all the gloomy talk about a looming recession.
The Price Of Your Pension Is Going Up Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 12:09PMFrom April 2009, the cost of buying extra years to qualify for the basic state pension will jump by more than £200.
Sheriff To Challenge Cambria County Job Cut Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 12:08PMThe Cambria County sheriff said he will challenge part of the county’s 2009 budget in court. Commissioners passed the budget Monday and cut several jobs, including a full-time deputy sheriff.
Obstacle or Opportunity? Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 12:07PMHow will you approach the financial meltdown?
New Year a good time to get your finances on track Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 4:03PMThis New Year, there’s extra help available on sorted.org.nz for Kiwis who want to get their finances on track in 2009.