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DEVELOPING: Fire Crews At Restaurant in Pink Hill Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 6:38AMThe Family Restaurant is located at 305 Front St. in Pink Hill.
During testing for WRHS juniors, rest of school hears three-part âMaking Healthy Choicesâ program Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 6:38AMWARREN TWP. – While juniors at Watchung Hills Regional High School were taking the state-mandated HSPA (High School Proficiency Assessment) exams last week, freshmen, sophomores and seniors attended a three-part Making Healthy Choices program in the school’s performing arts center.
Bristol school helps fight to beat heart disease Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 6:30AMPupils and staff at Colston's Primary School in Bristol have been donating their unwanted clothes, shoes and toys as part of the British Heart Foundation's (BHF) Schools Stock Appeal.
Emmet County Man Arrested for Hidden Camera in Bathroom Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 6:30AMPolice are calling it a sophisticated crime. An Emmet County man is in jail after a hidden camera was discovered in his bathroom. Police say the man secretly videotaped people in his own home, using a two-way mirror.
Wireless maestro Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 6:14AMQuick, think of a song, any song, off the top of your head. Unless it's a tune by an ultra-obscure indie band or a Botswanian cover of a Gregorian chant, I bet you a buck I can have that song playing in my home inside of 10 seconds flat, in rich, clear, room-filling tones.[...]
Apple to start taking iPad orders at 8:30 a.m. Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 6:07AMCupertino, Calif. -- Apple Inc. will begin taking pre-orders for its iPad multimedia tablet computer today at 8:30 a.m. EST today.
Spring fun Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 6:06AMHONOLULU — With spring break under way or about to start for O'ahu's school-age keiki, it's time to mark up the calendar with fun outings to keep the kids entertained — and out of trouble — these next few weeks. Here are some events and activities to keep kids busy during the spring break.
New Port Byron school budget could cut staff, hike tax levy Friday, March 12, 2010 @ 6:00AMThe elimination of 12 positions and a 1.2 percent increase in the tax levy are proposed for Port Byron schools in the draft of the 2010-11 budget.
DIN-rail PC runs Linux on 150MHz SoC Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:26AMAdvantech has announced a box PC intended for DIN-rail mounting that uses the company's x86-compatible EVA-X4150 SoC (system-on-chip).
Samsung, Panasonic Start Selling 3-D TVs This Week Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:26AMSamsung and Panasonic will start selling 3-D TVs in U.S. stores this week, inaugurating what TV makers hope is the era of 3-D viewing in the living room.
Carrier-grade distro supports HP BladeSystem Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:26AMWind River announced that its Carrier Grade Linux (CGL) operating system, development tools, and build system now supports HP BladeSystem carrier-grade and enterprise server blades.
More vehicle break-ins hit Stillwater Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:25AMRashes of car break-ins have gone from being a sporadic nuisance to a recurring problem for the city of Stillwater.
Something for everyone Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:24AMThursday's Northwest Regional Science and Engineering Fair has something for everyone, said one of its steering committee members.
Sonar used to search for body Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:24AMROYAL Australian Navy searchers are using sonar equipment in an effort to pinpoint the location of Dulcie Birt's remains.
Around Allen Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:23AMWith warmer weather just around the corner, The Village at Allen is pleased to announce the expansion of its fitness options with the addition of Transformation Boot Camp. This program, along with the shopping center's other wellness-related options, StrollerFit and hike/bike trails, is a unique way to enjoy the outdoors and meet fitness goals in a fun, challenging and rewarding environment.
Winnebago Industries Offers New Ability Equipped 2010 ERA Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:23AMFOREST CITY, Iowa----Winnebago Industries, Inc. , has developed and manufactured a new Ability Equipped design for the fuel-efficient ERA Class B motor home.
Attorneys holding Mirbeau e-mails Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:22AMMarch 03, 2010 | 08:59 AM E-mails written by elected city officials referencing Mirbeau and Hummel are in the hands of the attorneys representing them, according to a source familiar with the pending litigation.
Two Stillwater residents will play Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra performance on Oct. 11 Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:21AMPolly Logan and Forest Crocker would be the first to tell you that they're not professional musicians. Logan is a dentist and Crocker works with large computer systems at Unisys.
Radiohead's Colin Greenwood Pays Last Respect to Mark Linkous Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:08PMThe Radiohead 's bassist has paid homage to Mark Linkous who was found dead on Saturday, March 6, writing 'Mark wrote and played some beautiful music, and we're lucky to have it.'
GIRLS BASKETBALL: Pollak, Kossow named to all-star game roster Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:07PMFive Tonawanda-area girls will have one more chance to wow spectators with their skills as they were chosen to participate in the Cheektowaga Lions Club’s 12th annual Senior High School Ladies Basketball Classic.
Man indicted in sex sting Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:04PMA grand jury has indicted a New Durham man on charges he tried to arrange a sexual encounter with a 14-year-old girl last June via the Internet. Christopher Wuelper, 23, of 150 Birch Road is facing two felony counts of certain uses of computer services prohibited.
Man Arrested in SE Albuquerque Double Murder Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:02PMAlbuquerque Police Arrested Ralph Montoya In Connection With the Deaths Montoya was booked into the Metropolitan Detention Center on two open counts of murder and was being held on a $250,000 cash only bond. Police found the 43-year-old woman . . .
WRESTLING: UB's Bishop recovering after spinal injury Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:00PMA University at Buffalo wrestler is in serious condition at a Michigan hospital after having emergency surgery on his spinal cord. Dan Bishop is alert and has regained feeling in his limbs at a hospital in Saginaw, Mich., the school announced in a release on Monday.
‘Musician’s musician’ Linkous memorialized after suicide Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:00PMHe’d traveled the world, drawing a bevy of admirers while playing with his band Sparklehorse. But guitarist Mark Linkous spent his final moments right here in Knoxville.The man who’d played with such diverse performers as Radiohead and Danger Mouse killed himself Saturday afternoon in an alley outside a North Knoxville house.“He was one of those artists who was a real musician’s musician,” said ...
COLLEGE ROUNDUP: CHA honors Mironov, Noonan Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:59PMAfter a strong weekend in which the Niagara University men’s hockey team twice defeated league rival Robert Morris, senior forward Egor Mironov and sophomore goalie Chris Noonan received honors from College Hockey America.
PASSINGS: Charles B. Pierce, Aaron Cohen, Paul Serchia Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:59PMCharles B. Pierce, independent filmmaker, dies at 71; Aaron Cohen, former Johnson Space Center director, dies at 79; Paul Serchia, AIDS activist and blogger, dies at 52 Charles B. Pierce
Google TV search: DISH partnership=convergence Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:59PMBecause Google hasn't extended its reach into enough areas of our lives, the company is now testing its TV search in various capacities. Looking to leverage its Android operating system and search technologies in set-top boxes and other television devices, TV search allows users to look for both online and broadcast content. Although the technology still has some maturing to do, it certainly ...
Second theft alleged Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 10:54PMMore theft charges have been filed against a Visiting Nursing Association personal care attendant accused of stealing from clients.
Lab looks to build on history of innovation Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:53PMThe research laboratory that brought the world wearable computers, early social networking platforms and programmable Lego bricks is entering its second 25 years in a shiny new showcase.
Control4 CEO Will West wants 1 remote to do it all Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:25PMControl4 has a remote that can turn on the TV and Blu-ray player and dim the lights, lock the door, close the blinds and adjust the heat.
Court places teen maid in embassy's care Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:24PMKUALA TERENGGANU: An underage Indonesian maid, who pleaded guilty to stealing various items from her employer's house in January, was ordered by the juvenile court here yesterday to be placed in the c...
With bank credit frozen, small U.S. businesses starting to turn to microlenders Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:20PMRyan Fochler's life changed six years ago when he left his job in the computer industry to buy an Arlington County-based dog-walking business with $50,000 in personal savings and a home-equity line of credit. The firm grew quickly, with revenue more than doubling each year. By 2008, Fochler was ready to expand the business into a full-fledged pet day-care service called Dog Paws 'n Cat Claws.
Metro 2033 hands-on preview Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:10PMConrad Reyners of NZGamer.com shares his thoughts after playing Metro 2033, an upcoming first-person shooter-RPG hybrid.
Our top female entrepreneurs Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 6:42PMMEET Australia's top female entrepreneurs – they are smart, focused and generate more than $3.6 billion in sales.
Man arrested in voyeurism case Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:44AMA trusted housemate of a Marysville family is arrested after a 12-year-old girl found a video camera in her bathroom.
Pentagon Shooting Witness' Fear Turns to Confusion Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:31AMDan Namisi thought he was going to die, until police took him into custody for three hours.
Test your forecasting talent Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:17AMColumnist John Dorfman revives his Derby of Economic Forecasting Talent (DEFT).
More teeth for teacher watchdog Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:15AMExpanded powers will give the VIT more scope to investigate and act on teacher misconduct.
DOWNRIVER: Despite tax decreases, many homeowners still will appeal Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:15AMProperty taxes are falling alongside property values, which means that many homeowners in Michigan will appeal to have their taxes reduced.
Setareh Sabety: Working Class & Female in Iran Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:15AMTo mark international women's day I decided I should write about three Iranian women whom I came to know well when living in Iran just...
Schools left in the dust on social media highway Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:07AMWhen students of Coshocton City Schools, Ridgewood Local School District and River View Local School District type in www.facebook.com at school, it comes up blocked. They have no access, but that doesn't mean social networking sites, such as Facebook, Myspace and Twitter, can't be checked from school.
PRINCETON: Workshop tackles cyberbullying and 'sexting' Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 6:57AMThe virtual world creates new challenges for parents looking to protect their children from the neighborhood bully.
Ricketts Center former director headed to trial on theft charge Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 6:50AMchessler@pottsmerc.com
George Mark Children's House a model for end-of-life care Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 6:44AMMaria Shriver's visit brings attention to San Leandro facility.
Building your own computer Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 9:20PMMunich - Buy a standard off-the-shelf computer and you are probably making compromises. It's rare to find a pre-configured system that meets your needs to a tee. The simplest way to make sure that every piece of technology in a new desktop PC fits you...
It took a team to turn an empty condo into something special Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 9:08PMAn empty condo in Seattle's Millennium Tower is made special, and very personal, thanks to a team of architect, contractor, local artisans and a sophisticated pair of owners. Their efforts produced a sleek, stylish home featuring art glass, beech finishes, an elegantly framed view of the city and more.
A Sunny Sunday Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:53PMPlenty of sunshine can be expected for Sunday and the first of the week.
City man may face more sex charges Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:51PMIt's possible that the scope of a Greater Sudbury Police investigation that has so far produced 16 sex charges against a city man could become much larger. "The purpose of the press release (Friday) is for people to come forward with information, " said Insp.[...]
Help File: Don't press F1 on the Web in Windows XP; a shortcut to iTunes Plus upgrades Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:30PMQ: I heard what sounds like an urban legend -- that you shouldn't hit the F1 key if a Web site tells you to. Is that true?
My home town of Middlesbrough is fighting decline but there are signs of real hope Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:27PMRuth Sunderland near the Corus Blast Furnace, Redcar. Photograph: Gary Calton Seeing all the fellas come over the hill with their heads bowed, my heart just broke," says Rose Stainforth, whose husba...