A toast to the future from Banana Republic Aug 21, 2008
Magic, music, daredevils, acrobats, big shaggy dogs, and bigger cats all feature in Genting - City of Entertainment's latest extravaganza Dreamz, and guess what. With a little effort, you get to experience all this for free. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
The real McCoy Aug 21, 2008
How else could she run her popular grooming business, care for her own animals, including five cats and a small herd of Nigerian dwarf goats, keep her hobby farm pristine and have time for her family. Even if the price of gas continues to fall, Bearse will continue banking with her animals. (Harwich Oracle, MA)
Protect your property Aug 12, 2008
50 for a cat for budget cover which gives you up to $9000 of non-routine vets' fees for dogs ($8000 for cats), $500 towards boarding kennel fees if your pet is hospitalised for more than four days and $500 towards advertising and a reward if the pet is stolen. A one-off $100 excess fee applies each year for vet bills. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Art for art's sake Aug 10, 2008
I can't say I care for the yucky range of dogs wearing policemen's helmets or cats riding motor bikes. Though I don't suppose the animals were too embarrassed, the gear would be applied digitally. (BBC News -- UK)
Life on the farm Aug 10, 2008
With cows, sheep, peacocks, chickens, goats, ducks, cats, dogs and llamas galore. A one-room schoolhouse is restored to its early-1900s glory to visit and play in. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Local shelter needs donations Aug 5, 2008
Baby Doll is just one of about 60 dogs and 20 cats at the shelter, and the vet bill for this one dog alone is 1,000, Ramthun said ... Officially, they aren t accepting any more dogs or cats until more of the current ones are adopted, but that hasn t stopped some people from dropping off unwanted pets at all hours of the day and night at the rural shelter ... There are some foster homes where dogs and cats are placed temporarily, but more are needed. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
Obituaries for Friday, July 18, 2008 Jul 18, 2008
He also enjoyed his cats, Miller and Sammie. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Barbara; three children, Jay Wooden of La Crosse, Sherry Fallin of Hudson, Wis. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
All-Star Game at home of Babe & Mick Jul 16, 2008
Crazy Cats: Think about what a bargain a 7 year, $152 million dollar contract for Tex will be 5 years from now ... Reality check, Crazy Cats, you re figures could end up being azz-backwards ... Reality check, Crazy Cats, youre figures could end up being azz-backwards. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Big Bear Lake Rotary Club sponsors the annual... Jul 4, 2008
CATS present Camelot, July 2, 3, 5 and 6, Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center. See CATS veterans bring back the characters of Camelot. (Big Bear Grizzly, CA)
Obituaries for Monday, June 30, 2008 Jun 30, 2008
She loved her cats and Elvis. She is survived by her son, Kirk (Cindy) Bey of Onalaska, Wis. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
New Hartford begins unpleasant task of cleaning up after flood Jun 18, 2008
They also have two dogs and two cats. Neighbor Brian Mueller is debating whether to rebuild his parents' home. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Remnants of a prosperous past echo in Pingyao Jun 15, 2008
The meal with beer and tangy "cats ear" noodles came to just over $7 for two. Dinner included free Internet access, and we stayed a while, checking our e-mail and chatting with the affable proprietor. (Boston Globe)
Big beat on River Street: This year's River Street Festival expects to bring 20,000 music lovers to Troy Jun 14, 2008
Last year, the guys from the Tri-city Valley Cats baseball team came with a bunch of things for kids to do. It gets better every year. (Hillsdale Independent, NY)
Tapping into nature May 29, 2008
In addition to moving 50 to 100 old windows from Colorado, the LaFrenzes also moved their horse, a donkey named Chico, and several dogs and cats. Comment on this story at www. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Annual FLS scavenger hunt is under way! Grab the kids, your friends, a stranger - we don't care - and get downtown. Go! May 25, 2008
Second Prizes: $75 Gift Card - The Cats Closet $75 Gift Certificate - Blue Shark Antiques $75 Gift Certificate - Claiborne's $75 Gift Certificate - Corky's $75 Gift Certificate - The Griffin Bookshop $75 Gift Certificate - Legacy Distinctive Home Accents $75 Gift Certificate - Whittingham $75 in Vera Bradley Gifts - A Place in Time $75 Shopping Spree - Jabberwocky Children's Books $50 Gift Certificate - Poppy Hill Tuscan Kitchen $50 Gift Certificate - Downtown Retail Marketing $25 Gift... (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Eclectic equality May 20, 2008
A king-size bed anchors her bedroom, which has polished dark-amber concrete floors that accentuate the room's clean, smooth look while accommodating the family cats. Fannin loves pure-white walls and a sage, black, espresso and creamy palette to which she adds splashes of bright color. (AZCentral -- Style)
Merchandise, Pets, Furniture, etc. May 15, 2008
Adopt-A-Pet, Animals Lost and Found, Birds-Fish, Cats, Dogs, Horses. View local Garage and Yard Sales in your area. (The Palm Beach Post)
Hawks last stand May 2, 2008
geez, if it isnt a straight up mea culpa alpha boy is begging for ducats after spending the last three years antagonizing the sh ... and when BOS takes JJ away with multiple cats guardin him then the main outlet is gone ... while i m disappointed that BIBBY has not made more of a difference i also realize that other cats have to step up and make the next bball play, especially when BOS is determined to not let JJ see the light of day. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Wind-fueled blaze destroys family's home Apr 17, 2008
Balding wrote on Apr 17, 2008 12:16 AM:" I was the resident. I have a replacement Blood Glucose monitor for now. My wife and Grandson are living with her sister and brother-in-law until it can be rebuilt. My wife's 3' tall jewelry case was saved by the firemen and all her jewelry is in perfect condition (except for the odor). Some of my grandson collectibles were saved but there was some damage. The four cats haven't been seen. SissyPuss - Neutrotic fearfull part siamese. Kami - tourtise-shell... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Questions to ask before you remodel Apr 15, 2008
If you have dogs and cats, think about where you will feed them so their bowls are not tripped over, and so dogs don't eat the cats' food. 5. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Take an up-close look at a "drop box" Apr 12, 2008
Above the boxes is a wood sign featuring a smiling, cartoon dog, which reads, "Please do not put cats in the big boxes unless all other boxes are full. Large boxes are for large dogs. Thanks! Animal Control." The two larger boxes are on the bottom and are roughly the same size as one and a half of the regular boxes above, both in terms of width and height ... Oh come on, then we wouldn't have all those cats and dogs to euthanize ... " Strays wrote on Apr 6, 2008 3:02 PM:" I have dropped many... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Ontario bill targets pet cruelty Apr 5, 2008
"There are too many incidents of dogs and cats being abused, birds being trained for cockfights and animals going unfed and held in deplorable conditions." ... It also rescues "tens of thousands" of abandoned dogs and stray cats from the street, he said. (Toronto Star)
Judy Silver - artist, collector, creative spirit Mar 25, 2008
By Patricia Ann ChaffeePress writer Artist Judy Silver rocks in an antique 'find", one of her many antiques and collectibles. She is an antique dealer in Rhode Island and a watercolor artist. Press photo by Patricia Ann Chaffee. PAWCATUCK When people call The Westerly Sun, they are likely to hear the voice of Judy Silver on the other end of the phone. She directs their calls and finds answers to their questions. But behind her friendly, receptionist role, is a woman with an eclectic and... (Westerly Sun, RI)
Dawn in Bhutan Mar 23, 2008
-- the world's first touch-activated scratching post for cats. Now, with Bhutan's authorization, Ms. Stewart has developed what she calls "the first documentary CD-ROM postage stamp with a Web portal.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The Lineout King Mar 22, 2008
His introduction to the musical was also elementary, beginning with Les Miserables, Andrew Lloyd Webber's record-breaking hits Cats, Phantom Of The Opera and Starlight Express, and Schonberg and Alain Boublil's Miss Saigon ... "But Cats, even though it's got some great songs in it, just didn't resonate like, say, Les Mis. Maybe I just missed the point of it.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
What's a Sox game without dried squid and beer? Mar 16, 2008
The manekki nekko (beckoning cat), its paw raised in welcome, is the theme for this shop, which has cute, expressive cats from floor to ceiling, most handmade. more stories like this. (Boston Globe)
Do you remember MIA? Mar 15, 2008
I have potnahs from all regions and they all say us down south cats are the reason females are on the dance floor droppin it like its hot ... I have potnahs from all regions and they all say us down south cats are the reason females are on the dance floor droppin it like its hot ... Some folks give the south cats love, some favor the west or the north or the midwest. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Concern voiced over drop in overseas visitors to the U.S. Mar 6, 2008
Concern voiced over drop in overseas visitors to the U.S. - International Herald Tribune. Concern voiced over drop in overseas visitors to the U.S.. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Weekend entertainment guide Feb 21, 2008
BLUES STREET, Ritz Building, 222 Wyoming Ave.: Friday, Stone Cold Funky Cats; Saturday, The Golden Retrievers. THE BLUE PELICAN, Dalton Road, Lake Winola: Friday, Crystal Skies. (Scranton Times, PA)
Animal magnetism Feb 19, 2008
and cats Tuesday, February 19, 2008 By Linda Wilson Fuoco, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ... Born in 1921 and dead since 1930, the dog is stuffed, mounted and encased in a protective see-through case that catches the eye and draws people into the exhibition "Canis Major: Warhol's Dogs and Cats (and other party animals)." It runs through May 4 ... His factory had resident cats named Black Lace and White Pussy, and he had more than a dozen Siamese cats over the course of his life. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Read Article » Feb 5, 2008
One of the world's rarest wildcats, it survives only on Iriomote, one of Japan's most far-flung islands ... "Watch out for Iriomote mountain cats crossing," reads one road sign with a drawing of the mottled wildcat ... Others show a drawing of a leaping wildcat or a photograph with exhortations to "drive slowly, Iriomote." Yet another type of road sign, with two red lights on top, displays a rudimentary, though instantly identifiable, sketch of the wildcat, with the plea that "there are mountain... (International Herald Tribune)
Snow in Japan disrupts travel and sports events Feb 5, 2008
A snowstorm over much of central Japan on Sunday delayed trains and airlines and forced the cancellation of outdoor sporting events in Tokyo (International Herald Tribune)
Barn still stands strong in Lake Odessa Feb 5, 2008
The Throop's barn houses two horses, two goats, three ducks and an assortment of cats. And because of its sheer size, they also use it for storage. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
What’s going on in and around Richmond Richmond County? Feb 3, 2008
All dogs and cats in N.C. are required to be vaccinated against rabies by four months of age per N.C. General Statute 130A-185 ... All dogs and cats in N.C. are required to be vaccinated against rabies by four months of age per N.C. General Statute 130A-185. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Art steams ahead despite the ructions Feb 1, 2008
And Michael Evans will look after the majorities and fat cats. Stay on top of all the market developments with Business Day on your mobile. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Pet Friendly Glenwood Springs, CO Jan 25, 2008
The mountain town with plenty of fresh air and room to enjoy the outdoors is an ideal destination for travelers with dogs and cats. Hotels that allow animal companion allow travelers to bring their pets on vacation. (Suite101.com)
Mexico City starts women-only bus service Jan 23, 2008
La vita, or life, isn't always very dolce for cats in Rome. A visit to Htel Drouot, the worlds oldest auction house with 5,000 people visiting daily. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Roger Collis: Travel Deals Jan 18, 2008
ROSEN PLAZA HOTEL, Orlando Romance Package from $169 a night for two in a deluxe room includes a steak, chicken or seafood dinner at Jack's Place, dancing, and an after-dinner drink; a buffet breakfast; golf or a spa treatment; and transportation to and from Universal Orlando Resort (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
The fortune cookie's origin: Solving a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside a cookie Jan 17, 2008
La vita, or life, isn't always very dolce for cats in Rome. Join Susanne Fowler in a sumptuous Turkish meal of mezes and raki. (International Herald Tribune)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Jan 17, 2008
Since by necessity they're about taking from those who have, there's a sense of sticking it to the fat cats. "Mad Money" gets some mileage from that movie law. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Heads Up | Night Skiing: To ski the lights: Fantastic Jan 10, 2008
La vita, or life, isn't always very dolce for cats in Rome. A look at how raki, a Turkish, traditional drink, is prepared. (International Herald Tribune)
Opposites attract: Trips for two personalities Jan 6, 2008
The six-toes cats which roam the grounds are descendants of Hemngway's pets. She can also check out the Harry S Truman Little White House - the most historic site in south Florida, the Little White House has served as a president retreat and functioning White House of America by six US presidents. (MSNBC -- Travel)
* World News Quick Take Dec 30, 2007
Feral cats put to work. A Los Angeles-based animal advocacy and rescue group, The Working Cats program of Voice for the Animals, has placed feral cats in several police stations where rodents are a problem. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Looking back at a memorable 2007 Dec 30, 2007
A litter of Big Cats for Kids were auctioned off at a Cats' Pajamas party and with the Otis Smith Kids Foundation calling it quits, they may be the last cleverly painted and named critters to adorn our streets. Dignity U Wear took over Bistro Aix for a nifty Sunday afternoon benefit. (Florida Times-Union)
Antiques, comfort can share space Dec 28, 2007
"They're called the 'Elliot Cats' and you very rarely see them for sale. I've had them 35 years, so they're a part of the family as well.". Tortoise shells and tortoiseshell finishes are another collection, from whole tortoise shells mounted on either side of Admiral Battle in the dining room to the faux tortoiseshell on the mirrors in the family room. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Pike County full of art and heart Dec 26, 2007
"Both the Humane Society of Pike County and the Troy Animal Shelter are dedicated to caring for abused and neglected animals, each in its own way.The humane society initiated a feral cat, catch and release, program. To date, 100 feral cats in the county and city have been trapped, spayed or neutered and returned to the area where they were caught. Their inability to reproduce will reduce the number of homeless cats in Pike County, said Susan Jinright, society treasurer.Donna Schbert, chair... (Troy Messenger, AL)
Missourians reminded to be alert for lead in toys for young children this Christmas, throughout year Dec 25, 2007
If using a sandbox, parents should also cover the box when not in use to prevent cats from using it as a litter box. That will help protect children from exposure to animal waste. (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
Read 'em and weep ... bookstores thrive in county Dec 14, 2007
com): This fine, old, used bookstore not only has warrens and alcoves, but two polite and distinguished-looking bookstore cats, as well. Adams Avenue is a general-interest establishment, but it has a good selection of Americana and likely the strongest theology section in the county, encompassing all religions but with an emphasis on scholarly not pop Christianity. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Bearer of bad habits Dec 13, 2007
and i see so many cases where young cats die or are killed. with small children. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Driver hosting pet adopt-a-thon Dec 8, 2007
Just in time for the holidays, the Driver community is hosting a pet adopt-a-thon to help lonely cats and dogs find a new home ... "I just grew up with dogs and cats...I always had rescue animals. Any time we ever had a pet growing up, we went to the shelter or if someone needed to find a home for a puppy or a dog, (we took them in)," she said. (Suffolk News Herald, VA)
Black Friday or Sunny Saturday? You choose Nov 27, 2007
Star Courier Online - News. Tuesday, November 27, 2007. (Kewanee Star Courier, IL)
Scenic Berkshires staying alive at night Nov 12, 2007
Called Mighty Mouse & the Stray Cats, the group also contains his sons, Eric and Nico, performing a strong cross-section of Latin-Caribbean rhythms. And later, a DJ comes in for dancing. (Boston Globe)
Where is the (baby) love? Oct 26, 2007
LOL Just take it a little easier on the other side because if there was more real cats standing up like you they wouldn t be having these convo s. When I grow up I want to be just like you ... I need an ego boost; all these cats sharing their vitals, and what not ... (said with the look of an innocent child) y all cats really need to stop. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Regional calendar Oct. 25 edition Oct 26, 2007
Cats Plain & Fancy and Half Moon Cat Club present a CFA all-day cat show, with six all-breed rings, 225 cats, and household pets. Closing date for entry is Monday, Nov. 5. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
This Weekend Oct 26, 2007
Low-Cost Clinic To Fix Pets Today Edgewood will host another low-cost spay and neuter clinic for cats and dogs today. Limited space is available and reservations can be made by calling Vicki Murphy or Mike Ring at the Edgewood town offices at 286-4518. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
More of this story Oct 25, 2007
She had enough time to grab her two Persian cats, Jessie James and Delilah, as well as a few small possessions and took refuge in her carriage house. The noted collector of Elvis memorabilia also grabbed a pair of the King's army fatigues, but many original scripts from Elvis movies and historical documents were lost. (Malibu Times, CA)
On a mission to find glorious fried clams Oct 21, 2007
It's in the pedestrian shopping mall, where anything emblazoned with black cats, spooks, skeletons or bloodshot eyeballs will sell. The city fathers boast that not one witch was ever burned in Salem. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Internet scams keep e-mail accounts busy Oct 21, 2007
Sumi-e artist Vera Procter donated Asian brushwork originals of birds, cats and monkeys. There's a collection of Santa figures and Byers Christmas Carolers too. (Florida Times-Union)
Co-Defendant Says O.J. Wanted Guns Oct 18, 2007
Check out the cats that made it into the finalists and vote on your favorite. Links We Like. (NBC4.tv, CA)
San Joaquin detectives seize 50 phony handbags from hair salon Oct 15, 2007
hey lodi chief wrote on Oct 14, 2007 12:33 AM:" its time you do a full out sting on barking dogs and how bout cats with no license's maybe the birds that poop on our cars with your strong leadership we can rid the town of these horrible crimes ". Make sure you leave the gangs alone wrote on Oct 13, 2007 10:32 PM:" We dont anyone to stub their toes. The gangbangers are laughing at the LPD right now. ". (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Halloween Events Oct 14, 2007
The Blessing of the Animals will include animals from dogs and cats to hamsters and horses. Other activities will include pumpkin carving and mask-making for children, vendors with pet-related and other products and opportunity drawings. (North County Times)
Food in Brief: Dream Dinners stores teams up to raise funds for Eveland family Oct 11, 2007
CREEPY COOKIES: Williams-Sonoma's new cookie cutters, the Haunted Halloween 3-D Cookie Cutters, produce multipiece cookies that, once baked and decorated, fit together to create cats, witches, pumpkins and haunted houses that stand up. The set includes instructions and a recipe. (North County Times)
Alabaugh Fire victims rebuild Oct 7, 2007
Hackenbruch, who was most upset right after the fire about the deaths of his cats, said last week that five of his outside cats survived and have returned to the home site. But his five inside cats died in the fire ... Another six or seven feral cats are still missing. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
'Bite of the Bay' is tonight at The Mill Sep 27, 2007
Local artist Nan Forsberg-Hammons has created a memorable work of art for the first collectible Bite of the Bay poster, featuring cats wearing pearls and lace while dining with a pair of debonair dogs, a press release said. Limited prints of the poster will be available for 20 at the fundraiser and Huggins Insurance, 445 Elrod Ave., in Coos Bay, before the event. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Wild, wild West thrives in Buckhead home Sep 25, 2007
The Montana room has another pine bed and a painted glass picture of cats in the window. "I took this house on as a project, and I kept picking things up and adding to it," Jackson said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
