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DWP spent £6,299 on one chair Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 2:52AMThe Department for Work and Pensions spent £3m on chairs between 2007 and today, the most expensive of which cost £6,299 alone. Figures published today by the department reveal that in 2007 an "EMOVE2-65 Motorised Office Chair 65" was bought at a cost of £6,299.
Chambersburg: Labor Day crowd rallies for change Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 2:37AMMore than 200 people gathered Monday on Memorial Square for a rally sponsored by the South Central PA Tea Party. Orators called for a change in the state and federal governments as well as a change in local government, local media and the local electorate.
Behind the scenes of ABC's 'Detroit 1-8-7' Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 2:33AMWhile the Motor City will sparkle with Hollywood glitz and glam at tonight's "Detroit 1-8-7" premiere party at the MGM Grand Detroit, the behind-the-scenes action has been anything but flashy.
Small fish fuels big environmental feud Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 2:17AMREEDVILLE — Like the whaling city of New Bedford, the Chesapeake Bay fishing village of Reedville prospered from the sea — not from the leviathans celebrated by Melville but a small, oily fish whose pungent scent envelops the stately Victorians lining Main Street.
Voters to decide on longer supervisor’s term Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 1:49AMChester Chester voters will decide in November whether to extend the town supervisor’s term from two years to four.
Feeling itchy? It could be bedbugs Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 7:05AMBedbug infestations in New York have raised national media attention to the pests, which feed off people’s blood and excruciate people with their bites. But large cities have experienced concerning levels of bed bug cases. And there are signs that the scourge may be beginning to come into Stark County.
Comments from Dispatch Poll participants Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 6:33AMThe Daily Briefing The Dispatch’s public affairs team sates the appetites of political junkies with bite-sized portions of the news and what's behind it.
Save Our Youth seeks new office space Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 6:28AMThe Save Our Youth Task Force is looking for a new home.
Powell: Best pension system reform: Get rid of it Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 5:18AMFor years Connecticut state government has been funding itself by raiding the state employee pension fund, an abuse that worsened by $315 million in the last two years as the Rell administration and General Assembly could not bring themselves to cut spending to match the decline in tax revenue.
Bicycle coalition shows off real pedal power pulling a pro-green, two-wheeled move Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 4:44AMThe Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition had to move its office this weekend from Willow Glen to The Alameda. Desks, chairs, sofas, paper shredder, the works. Guess how they did it. Yep. More green: Energy | Living
DOT overrode Blumenthal, kept firm on hire list Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 4:13AMSTAMFORD -- As the $65 million first phase of the Stamford Urban Transitway nears completion, the project's general contractor is due to stand trial next month in an alleged fraud scheme to overcharge for work on a New York shopping mall.
Week ahead: Regents board has busy day Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:22AMRegents board has busy day
Clinic Ole head steps down Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:18AMSaturday update After more than a dozen years leading Community Health Clinic Ole, its executive director, Beatrice Bostick, is moving on to new adventures.
Student Budget Committee gives money to campus organizations Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 3:09AMCampus organizations host many events such as trips, banquets and dances throughout the year, and many need funding to cover all the expenses.The Student Budget Committee (SBC) is an organization made of the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) and the Graduate...
5 things to do outside Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:47AMWatch 'Up' New Town at St. Charles will host an outdoor movie night Friday at the New Town amphitheater, 3312 Rue Royale in St. Charles. The movie "Up" will begin at dusk.
State auditor releases Vermont Yankee decommissioning report Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:42AMState Auditor releases long-awaited report on VY's decommissioning fund. ... - By Daniel Barlow Vermont Press Bureau
Zydeco fun starts early Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:36AMIt is Zydeco season again and Opelousas, which bills itself as the "Zydeco Music Capital of the World," is going all out Saturday to celebrate the music that keeps the city — and fans around the world — dancing.
Survey: Faculty losing faith in system Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:35AMUNM central administration and faculty routinely quarrel, and a survey released Wednesday proves there is discontent over budget and communication issues between the two parties.
Harbormasters warning owners: Make sure boats are shipshape Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:29AMLYNN - Lynn Harbormaster Jim Perry spent Wednesday warning boaters about the potential dangers of Hurricane Earl and providing tips on how to minimize damage to their vessels.
Spice up weekends with choice of fun activities Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:22AMSpice up weekends with choice of fun activities
As Fox news anchor, Ron Zappolo still knows the score Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 2:19AMRon Zappolo, 58, has been a face on Denver television since 1977, a long run by any measure. Born and raised outside of Boston, his Back Bay accent is long gone — but he can break into "paaaaak ya caaaaa" at will.
Oval Office makeover has comfy, more modern feel Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:04PMThe updates have a more modern, easy-to-live-in look.
FEMA expected to inspect ISU flood damage Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 12:04PMState and local officials gathered at the Scheman Building Tuesday afternoon as authorities at Iowa State University led a tour of flood-impacted campus buildings.
Lawmakers reject Dems', GOP budget plans Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:14AMThe Legislature, as expected, failed on Tuesday to pass either of two competing budget plans to close the state's $19 billion deficit as lawmakers debated different visions for future prosperity. The votes demonstrated that neither the Democratic nor... Democratic - Republican - United States - Government - Legislature
Cleaned-up classic; New owner spends $1.5M to renovate former Kruse auction site Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:11AMA simple ribbon-cutting wouldn't do at the rededication of a shrine for car collectors, so Auctions America by RM President Donnie Gould instead cut through a fan belt laced through red ribbons in the main arena.
Broadview Heights: Evangelist indicted on charges involving 'teen' Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:01AMCLEVELAND -- Cuyahoga County Prosecutor Bill Mason said Rodney Stewart, 43, of Broadview Heights, was indicted by a Cuyahoga County Grand Jury on importuning, disseminating matter harmful to juveniles, and possessing criminal tools.
United Way names campaign division leaders Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:43AMCOSHOCTON -- The United Way of Coshocton County has kicked off its 2010-11 campaign season with a goal of $350,000. Corporate Sponsor for this year is Smurfit-Stone Container Corp.
GOP vows reform if it wins House Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:33AMRepublicans promise less speaker power, more chairmen involvement in bills.
Mindfulness meditation increases well-being in adolescent boys Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 10:19AM( University of Cambridge ) "Mindfulness," the process of learning to become more aware of our ongoing experiences, increases well-being in adolescent boys, a new study reports.
Rollins College students join in Nehrling Gardens restoration work Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:58AMThe Henry Nehrling Society made great headway Saturday in its effort to clean up and restore the historic six-acre Palm Cottage Gardens in Gotha. “A great deal was accomplished,” Angela Withers reported to members in an e-mail Monday. Withers is the society’s development director.
Oval Office makeover has comfy, more modern feel Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 9:52AMWASHINGTON (AP) — Congressional opponents, stubborn diplomats or wary heads of state, beware: The new Oval Office sofas look so comfy, you just might be lulled into a few reckless compromises. E...
People Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:09AMHirings, promotions and other moves at local businesses
Massive $2B reno for U.N. headquarters Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:34AMNEW YORK – The United Nations' headquarters undergoing the most extensive renovations in its 60-year history, and QMI Agency saw first-hand how badly the international body’s home base needs the makeover.
Assessment of stimulus success overly optimistic Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:06AMWASHINGTON — The Obama administration claimed this week that $100 billion invested in innovative technologies under the economic stimulus law is "transforming the American economy" by putting the nation on track for technological breakthroughs in...
Pow Wow gathers Sept. 4 Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 1:01AMA time for gathering together as a cohesive community, the 2nd annual Pow Wow in Woodland Park attracts people from all over the region.
SFG to facilitate SR700m Islamic refinancing of Kingdom Center Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:58AMSFG to facilitate SR700m Islamic refinancing of Kingdom Center
Uganda: Fresh Legal Woes for Democratic Party Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 12:45AMThe legal woes of the Democratic Party are far from over. Just when the party seemed to be recovering from bickering over leadership positions, a group of supporters has dragged the party president, Mr Norbert Mao, to court contesting his election to the position.
Body of Woman Missing for 4 Months Found Buried Under 'Pack Rat' Clutter Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 11:10PMLAS VEGAS -- A four-month search for a missing Las Vegas woman came to a ghastly end this week when her husband found her corpse in their home amid a labyrinth of squalor that had been impassable even to search dogs.
S'pore's young innovators get incubation help Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 10:44PMWith more incubation programs, young startups are given a higher chance of survival, but industry experts say management and execution are key to greater success.
David Broder Wants John McCain To Restore Balance To The GOP Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:24PMWhat's Your Reaction?
Irish Music Had Maspeth Eyes Smiling Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:22PMread more
Refrigerator Front Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:13PMWHEN: August 26, 9 a.m. FOR MORE INFO: Cornerstone Preschool FBC Thomson will be hosting this class. Only $20 per person. Includes adult, child and infant CPR and basic first aid. Fun, interactive training that is perfect for parents, babysitters, SS teachers and anyone else who cares for children.
Utility gets new manager Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 12:06PMFlanked by huge binders of utility paperwork, Steven Leonard is learning everything he can about the Coastside’s subterranean system of pipes, drains and treatment plants. As the newly appointed general manager at the Sewer Authority Mid-Coastside, he needs to quickly become the expert on local sewage and everything associated with it.
Colleges see prospective donors among new students Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:59AMCOLUMBIA — The drill for new college students remains pretty consistent: grab a campus map, buy some overpriced textbooks, save those quarters for laundry and don't forget to call home. On a growing number of campuses, first-year students are hearing another message. Please give. Not for tuition, but instead as a young donor. With alumni-giving rates at record lows and lagging state support of ...
Colleges begin asking students for donations Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:37AMCOLUMBIA, Mo. (AP) — The drill for new college students remains pretty consistent: grab a campus map, buy some overpriced textbooks, save those quarters for laundry and don't forget to call home.
FACT CHECK: Stimulus Assessments Overly Optimistic Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:29AMThe Obama administration claimed this week that $100 billion invested in innovative technologies under the economic stimulus law is "transforming the American economy" by putting the nation on track for technological breakthroughs in health care, energy and transportation.
Prosser pool to get makeover Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:17AMPROSSER -- Prosser's 53-year-old community pool is getting a major makeover.The city counci
George to Step Down Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 11:07AMGeorge, who chairs the CJA, announced last month that he will step down as chief justice at the end of his term Jan. 2. He was joined in his vote yesterday by Brown and Presiding Justice Joan Dempsey Klein of this district’s Div. Three, the Court of Appeal’s senior presiding justice.
Dental waiting list grows Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 11:10AMPATIENTS will have to wait for another year before the ballooning wait at the Bundaberg Hospital Dental Clinic begins to be curbed.
Things to do: Junior Woman's Club to meet Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 10:46AMNaperville Junior Woman's Club is holding its general meeting at 7 p.m. at Mimi's Cafe, 2656 Show Place Drive , Naperville.