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Council to seek public input regarding use of land Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 1:40AMThe city council decided during its Aug. 16 work session to engage the neighborhood regarding the development of a 14.256-acre tract of land located at 500 block Emporium Square.
Albertville approves new bar at former 'Full Moon' site Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 1:29AMThere's a new bar in town, and if the Albertville City Council gets its way, this bar won't have won't have a "rowdy" reputation like its predecessor.
Communitycalendar Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 1:14AMBASEBALL/SOFTBALL Meridian Youth Baseball/S
Water rates on table tonight at Steamboat City Council meeting Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 1:09AMProposed increases to city water and sewer rates are among many issues the Steamboat Springs City Council will address tonight in its first meeting in more than a month.
Upcoming Regents Meeting Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 12:59AMThe UC Board of Regents will convene for a three-day meeting at UC San Francisco's Mission Bay campus next Tuesday to discuss topics ranging from diversity at the UC's 10 campuses to the state of the system's pension program, which a recent report stated is on the road to financial insolvency.
AC Transit May Reduce Services to Limit Deficit Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 12:59AMAC Transit officials are exploring solutions to tackle an additional $17.6 million budget deficit following a summer of service reductions, negotiations, public hearings and a lawsuit resulting in the invalidation of a potentially cost-saving contract.
Daphne planners vote up Whispering Pines rezoning Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 12:54AMDAPHNE, Ala. — The Daphne Planning Commission favorably recommended annexing and rezoning a nearly 20-acre parcel located at the intersection of Whispering Pines Road and County Road 13. The land is proposed to be zoned B-1, Local Business, and B-3, Professional Business.
$148M Gulf oil-spill claim in limbo Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 12:54AMSPANISH FORT, Ala. — BP PLC officials have slated a tentative Sept. 13 sit-down with Alabama officials to discuss the state’s $148 million claim against the oil company.
Community sports notebook Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:32AMSOFTBALL TRYOUT IN LEOMINSTER Rick Marchand, founder of the Firecracker Junior Olympic Softball Program, and the Leominster Recreation Department have announced two new softball teams for girls in the Leominster community.
Severe weather detection cameras in midst of test phase Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:27AMThree infrared surveillance cameras are 30 days into a three-month loan in western Lenawee County to help officials detect severe weather and tornadoes that traditional radar may miss.
September - a time for new beginnings Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 10:23AMNew research shows that in Britain, one in four lap dancers has a degree. Many of the dancers featured in this study were aspiring actresses, models and artists.
Business calendar Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:21AMThe Business Calendar runs each Sunday in the Business section.
Coach sticks by Dogs skipper Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:19AMBulldogs standing behind their captain, confirming that he will play against the Swans.
IPL will be played with 10 teams in two groups Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:16AMThe Indian cricket board Sunday unveiled a new format for the next season of the Indian Premier League (IPL), with the 10 teams split into two groups and the cap on team spending increased to $9 million.
Mieko, Manglona top headlines Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:14AMMieko Carey's back-to-back wins in XTERRA Japan and Kelly “Rukiz” Manglona's title defense in “Armageddon” were the talk of the town last week. Carey reigned in the women's division of XTERRA Japan Championships for her second straight victory in the annual race held in Marunuma.
Rise of a 'ganjapreneur' Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:02AMTempers flared as the evening of July 22 wore on, turning an Oakland City Council meeting into a marathon debate over the future of medical marijuana in one of the country's most pot-friendly cities.
Springfield re-enactor portrays Civil War general at Powers museum Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:47AMUsually when people decide to have dinner with President Ulysses S. Grant, they’re paying for the meal with a 50-dollar bill.
Ambler examines options to protect wetlands Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:14AMAMBLER —The Borough Planning Commission examined possible ways to protect wetland areas within the borough at a special meeting recently.
Abbas, Netanyahu vow to meet every two weeks for peace Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:32PMIsraeli and Palestinian leaders launched their first direct negotiations in 20 months here Thursday, agreeing to meet every two weeks in a bid to settle core differences within a year.
Hillary Clinton Launches Israeli-Palestinian Peace Talks Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:31PMIsraelis and Palestinians on Thursday opened their first direct peace negotiations in 20 months, a long-shot attempt to end the conflict that host Secretary of State Hillary Clinton acknowledged is burdened by history and bitter disputes.
The Low Expectations Summit - Do Peace Talks In Washington Stand A Chance Of Success? Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:31PMA new round of Middle East peace talks began Thursday in Washington. Expectations have never been so low, but that also presents an opportunity for progress between the Israelis and Palestinians. German news Web site Spiegel Online analyzes the main issues at the talks.
Commentary: 'Obama Takes A Big, Necessary Risk' On Middle East Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:30PMIntellpuke: This commentary was written by Spiegel Online journalist Jess Smee under Spiegel's "The World From Berlin" column, which includes editorial comments by various German news organizations.
World › Netanyahu, Abbas agree to meet again after reopening of direct talks Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:27PMIn an early sign of promise, Israeli and Palestinian leaders pledged Thursday in a cordial first round of talks to keep meeting at regular intervals,…
Decision on Beltrone replacement delayed Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:10PMA special meeting was held on Tuesday morning to determine who would replace Peggy Beltrone on the Cascade County Commission, but the remaining two commissioners could not agree on a candidate.
Dave & Buster’s hearing continues Sept. 13 in Braintree Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 5:01PMCiting the need to obtain additional information, the planning board has decided to continue its hearing later this month about a proposed 35,000-square-foot Dave & Buster’s restaurant at the former Circuit City site at the South Shore Plaza. The board is scheduled to resume the long-running hearing concerning Dave & Buster’s application for a site plan review and special permits on Sept. 13 at ...
Press Briefing by Press Secretary Robert Gibbs, 9/2/2010 Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 4:51PM* The President spoke with FEMA Administrator Fugate today at 1:15p.m.EDT about Hurricane Earl. * The President was briefed on the oil platform fire in the Gulf and the government response today by Assistant to the President and Deputy National Security Adviser for Homeland Security and Counterterrorism John Brennan. 12:20 P.M. EDT MR. GIBBS: Good afternoon. Let me begin with one just quick ...
KBC News Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:46AMOn the eve of direct negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians, the US has appealed to both sides not to let the killing of four Jewish settlers near Hebron derail the talks.
The ladies who lunch Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:37AMLadies lunching is arguably one of those time-honoured, traditional rites of passage such as going to the hairdressers, shopping or girl talk. Related Stories Why we just won't admit we're crazy for country music Conquering Kilimanjaro felt great, but what happened next left this couple feeling truly on top of the world Local Mod squad Are you doing lunch? Lunch-time?
Israelis, Palestinians resume direct talks Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:33AMSeeking to broker a Mideast peace agreement that has eluded U.S. presidents for decades, the Obama administration is overseeing the first direct negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians in nearly two years.
Unequal UC Tuitions Out, Out-of-State Students In Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:29AMThe UC Commission on the Future shelved one of its original recommendations to impose different tuition levels at each campus and approved plans to sharply increase the number of non-resident students across the system at its meeting Tuesday.
Friends of Ballona Wetlands highlights work in community to Marina Affairs Committee Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:23AMThe Marina Affairs Committee received an overview of the Friends of Ballona Wetlands environmental organization at its Wednesday, Aug. 18 meeting at the Marina del Rey Hotel.
Chicago Police Chief Criticized for 'Gang Summit' Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:21AMChicago police Superintendent Jody Weis is facing mounting criticism for holding a so-called "gang summit" last month, even though several police departments across the country have relied on that approach for decades to help reduce crime.
Chicago's top cop criticized for 'gang summit,' but other departments say tactic effective Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:21AMThe idea seemed simple though bold: Call reputed gang leaders to a meeting with top police and federal prosecutors and deliver an ultimatum to end killings in the nation's third-largest city.
'Cautiously hopeful' -- Mideast peace talks begin Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:19AMWASHINGTON (AP) — Under the shadow of fresh violence, President Barack Obama solemnly convened the first direct Israeli-Palestinian talks in two years Wednesday, challenging Mideast leaders to seize a fleeting opportunity to deliver peace to a region haunted by decades of hostility.
Genealogy Society meets Sept. 7 in Whippany Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:50PMHANOVER TWP. - The Morris Area Genealogy Society (MAGS)invites the public to a presentation by genealogist/lecturer Bob Stein, entitled “Family History Detective,” at 6:45 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 7 at the Morris County Library.
Mediator picked for Tribune Co. bankruptcy Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:47PMCompromise sought to move stalemated case forward After nearly 21 months of negotiations and little hope of a settlement, the judge in Tribune Co.'s stalemated bankruptcy case appointed a mediator Wednesday, hoping an independent third party can finally broker peace among the Chicago-based media company and its creditors.
'Cautiously hopeful' - Mideast peace talks begin Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:42PMWASHINGTON (AP): Under the shadow of fresh violence, President Barack Obama convened the first direct Israeli-Palestinian talks in two years Wednesday, challenging Middle East leaders to seize a fleeting opportunity to deliver peace to a region haunted by decades of hostility.
Obama cautiously hopeful as Mideast talks begin Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:34PMUnder the shadow of fresh violence, President Barack Obama solemnly convened the first direct Israeli-Palestinian talks in two years Wednesday, challenging Mideast leaders to seize a fleeting opportunity to deliver peace to a region haunted by decades of hostility.
Stewart Mandel: Big changes take effect in Big Ten Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:29PMThey're breathing sighs of relief in Columbus and Ann Arbor this evening. Ohio State and Michigan's "Big Game" will remain intact, in its regular spot, the last Saturday of the regular season.
Ex-coach relocated Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:22PMCOVINGTON — The former Newton High School head football coach has been transferred to the Newton County School System’s service center following an incident with a booster club parent and a football player in mid-August that led to his termination as head coach.
A Return to Baghdad Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:14PMWhat had only been lines on a map, forbidden and dangerous, were places that had come alive, places that I could now see with my own eyes. I was in Baghdad in mid-2009 for my second time.
Shakedown by Jamaica's radical sheik Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:01PMHe has influenced convicted terrorists such as Richard Reid, the so-called shoe-bomber. His sermons were found in the apartment of suicide bombers who struck London, England, in 2005. Even one of the 9/11 plotters is said to have been a follower of Sheik Abdullah El-Faisal.
Senator seeking meeting on swings Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:00PMHUNTINGTON -- A state lawmaker is asking Cabell County Schools Superintendent William Smith to suspend the removal of swing sets from all elementary school playgrounds until he can bring involved parties to the table.
Obama opens Mideast talks: Attacks 'won't stop us' Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:37PMCondemning Mideast peace "rejectionists," President Barack Obama convened a new round of ambitious talks Wednesday and vowed not to allow a fresh burst of violence dim hopes for an accord...
Studio Celebrates With Valley of the Dolls Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:36PMValley of the Dolls, the endlessly quotable camp classic that launched a thousand rite-of-passage viewings for gay film buffs, will be shown tonight in Hollywood as part of the 75th anniversary celebration of Twentieth Century Fox.
Obama opens Mideast talks: Attacks 'won't stop us' Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:34PMCondemning Mideast peace "rejectionists," President Barack Obama convened a new round of ambitious talks Wednesday and vowed not to allow a fresh burst of violence dim hopes for an accord creating a sovereign Palestinian state beside a secure Israel.
Pakistan Relief On Table At Hartford Meeting Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:24PMTwo Connecticut-based aid groups active in Pakistan flood relief, Save the Children and AmeriCares, will host a roundtable discussion in Hartford Thursday with U.S. Rep. Chris Murphy, D-5th District. Pakistani Americans from Connecticut will describe their relatives' accounts of the crisis in the country, and representatives of Save the Children and AmeriCares will outline the aid they are ...
Community Calendar – 8/25 Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:20PMActon Fair, Thursday, Aug. 26-Sunday, Aug. 29, Acton Fairgrounds, Route 109. Gates open at 7 a.m. and close at midnight every night. Exhibition Buildings open at 9 a.m.-10 pm Thursday to Saturday, Sunday 9 a.m.-5 pm.
Erwin may pursue grants for rail spur fix Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:14PMERWIN — A rail spur running through Erwin’s Riverview Industrial Park has been a costly problem over the years, according to Unicoi County Mayor Greg Lynch.
Community asked to get involved with challenging school budget Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:06PMLooking at predicted reductions in revenue for the 2011-12 school year, the Laurel School Board is reviving its Community Budget Committee to provide a broader community perspective on the budget.