A STAR IS BORN?Wednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 1:23PM1800: There is mounting speculation that my bid to be the new Tim Vincent with two TV appearances tomorrow may be scuppered. Apparently my 850 slot on Sky Sports News is a 'marquee time' and I'm yet to get full confirmation from RUK that the press room feature is a runner.
DA 'gives away farm' to Aspen booze violatorsWednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 1:16PMASPEN - Thirteen locals snared in January's sweep by the state's liquor enforcement division were issued 30-day deferred judgments Tuesday for selling alcohol to minors. The defendants received summonses to appear in Pitkin County Court in Aspen, where Chief Deputy District Attorney Arnold Mordkin told them if they don't commit any crimes within the next 30 days, the convictions will be wiped ...
Sources: Persons of interest ID'd in girl's disappearanceWednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 1:10PMA renewed investigative effort led by the FBI in the search for Lindsey Baum has identified a dozen persons of interest, law enforcement sources told ABC News.
Florida’s Natural pro golf event this weekendWednesday, March 17, 2010 @ 1:05PMThe Duramed Futures women’s professional golf tour will kick off its 2010 season this week in Winter Haven, and while the young linksters battle for big prize money, the real reward locally will come this fall.
Police charge 3 in alleged gift card scamTuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 1:15PMIt's a complicated scheme, one local police official noted, but it's pure profit. And three out-of-state men are now in York County Prison for allegedly running the scam, police said.
Former Harvard student indicted in connection with Cambridge man's murderTuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 1:14PMA former Harvard University student has been indicted in connection with the May 2009 shooting death of Justin Cosby, 21, of Cambridge. Brittney Smith, 22, of New York City, was indicted by a Middlesex Superior Court Grand Jury Tuesday morning on charges of illegal possession of a firearm, accessory after the fact, willfully misleading a Grand Jury and willfully misleading a police officer.
CALENDAR: Family ActivitiesTuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 12:28PMNeighborhood programming Adult Aerobics: begins first Tuesday of the month at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at the McAbee Center. Monthly cost is $25 for members or $30 for nonmembers, with payment due by the fifth of each month.
Safety Break: Tips for Spring Break Safety and SecurityTuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 12:22PMUniversal Services of America, the largest provider of security services to the commercial real estate market in Southern California, has compiled a list of items to consider when planning and enjoying your spring break.
Somerville summer jobs program accepting applicantsTuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 12:16PMMayor Joe Curtatone and Somerville Youth Programming Coordinator Nancy Bacci announce that applications are available for the 2010 Mayor’s Summer Jobs program. Eligible students must be Somerville residents, enrolled in high school, and at least 16 years old.
Ex-Harvard Student Indicted In Campus SlayingTuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 12:05PMA former Harvard University student has been indicted in connection with the May 2009 shooting death of Justin Cosby, 21, of Cambridge, Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone said.
Still time to sign up for blood driveTuesday, March 16, 2010 @ 11:52AMBY MICHELLE BERRY MANAGING EDITOR For those wanting to participate in the upcoming “Racing to Save Lives” blood drive in Borger, there is still time to make an appointment.
NASA ISS On-Orbit Status 13 March 2010Monday, March 15, 2010 @ 8:26PMAll ISS systems continue to function nominally, except those noted previously or below.
Bainbridge Island caught up in international fraud schemeMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 7:45PMInternational scammers are hiding behind phone numbers registered to Bainbridge Island and using them to threaten people across the U.S., police said.
Theft suspect caught with $26K stuffed in braMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 7:30PMA woman arrested as part of a team of suspected forgers who attempted to bilk thousands of dollars of cash from local banks was booked into the Spokane County Jail, where jail employees found she stuffed her bra with $26,000.
DATCP spreading word on phone scamMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 6:48PMThe Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection is helping to spread the word about an unusually high number of complaints to the Social Security Administration from Wisconsin residents about "phishing" phone calls.
Bainbridge Island caught up in international fraud schemeMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 6:23PMPolice says scammers who have bought phone numbers registered to the island are making phone calls throughout the U.S. indicating threats and attempting to get personal information.
CASSIS TSM Platform Powers Alliance Bank's You:nique Picture Card ServiceMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 6:00PMSINGAPORE----CASSIS International, a leader in trusted services for smart payments, mobile commerce and near field communication , today revealed its role in helping Alliance Bank Malaysia Berhad achieve success with its ground-breaking You:nique Picture Card which received a special mention for product innovation at the recent IDC 2010 Financial Insights Innovation Awards.
Amarillo Venom Press Release: "Fan Fest" returns this WednesdayMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:04PMAmarillo, TX 3/15/10 - The Amarillo Venom will host their second "Fan Fest" of the season Wednesday, March 17th at the Country Barn Steakhouse. From 6pm until 8pm, fans will have a chance to meet and dine with several Venom players, coaches, and staff.
Teacher experiencing IraqSunday, March 14, 2010 @ 10:49PMMost people witness modern-day historic moments on television. DeeDee Baumgarner, 49, is living the images we see on television.
U. of I. removes dorm phones, adds amenities and feesSunday, March 14, 2010 @ 9:58PMU. of I. takes out phones but piles on dorm amenities — and fees URBANA — At a time when college students bring more electronic equipment than ever to school, there is one item missing this year in University of Illinois dorm rooms: land-line phones.
Letters: Healthcare debateSunday, March 14, 2010 @ 7:14PMHaving just survived a life-threatening medical experience I can only express my thanks to the NHS ("Is healthcare reform going to break the Obama presidency?", 5 March); from the National NHS helpline which determined that an ambulance was required, to the paramedics who were knocking on the door within five minutes, to the multitude of medical staff who struggled to find the cause of my ...
Electronic ID cards could end queuingSunday, March 14, 2010 @ 5:04PMI COULDN'T agree more with Dusty that having an immigration queue for residents only would not necessarily solve the queuing problem at Bahrain International Airport. One could argue that one solution is more officials manning the immigration desks.
FYISunday, March 14, 2010 @ 4:00PMHere is this week's FYI column ...
Get InvolvedSunday, March 14, 2010 @ 2:43PMShall I tell you the one phrase that bothers me more than any other? It’s this. “That’s just the way things are”. No. The way things are is not the way they have to be.
Monday Morning Mobile: Mobile Takes Center Stage in Las VegasSunday, March 14, 2010 @ 1:20PMRISMEDIA, March 15, 2020—As our plane touched down in Las Vegas a sense of energy and excitement overcame the exhaustion of the six-hour plane ride. Now this wasn’t my first time in Las Vegas, but it was my first time in…
Lib Dems will 'guarantee good sense'Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 10:37AMThe Liberal Democrats are the "guarantor that no risks will be taken with Britains financial position," the party's leader said today.
The Queen of the Road: Don't blow through the yellow lightSunday, March 14, 2010 @ 8:36AMCommuter: With so few drivers paying attention to the stoplight turning red, what is the law? Can the driver be in the intersection when the light turns from yellow to red?
VETERANS 3/14/2010Sunday, March 14, 2010 @ 7:21AMPost 531 St. Pat's dinner is today Hogencamp/Schupper VFW Post 531, 736 Main St., Honesdale, St. Patrick's dinner, today, 4-7 p.m., $8/adults, $5/child (8 or younger); ham or corned beef, cabbage, potatoes and dessert; takeouts available; call 253-5373.
Events for people with disabilitiesSunday, March 14, 2010 @ 5:57AMPeople Inc. in partnership with Fowler's Chocolates and Airport Plaza Jewelers is hosting a chocolate fundraiser with special events daily and guests from Wednesday through April 3 at the Airport Plaza Jewelers showroom, 4230 Union Road, Cheektowaga. All proceeds will benefit People Inc.
Alert bank employees help bust counterfeitersSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 9:27PMSpokane County Sheriff deputies say several alert bank employees helped them capture three people accused stealing thousands with an elaborate counterfeit scam.
Reno Council hears maps info proposalSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 8:48PMRENO — Council members heard a proposal from Hayter Engineering, Inc. for geographic information system services for the city at a Monday meeting.
The office sure looks safe with Wheezy and Dozy on the doorSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:40PMWhile walking through Sydney late at night recently, I encountered a weedy-looking man in a high-visibility jacket standing on the foreshore underneath the Harbour Bridge. He’s there, I’m told, to ensure that Johnny Terrorist cannot blow this symbol of Australian pride into the water.