• Community news Sep 22, 2009
The Gooding County 4-H livestock judging team of Joe Maxwell, Billy Arriaga, Ambrosio Nava and Tucker Demaray finished first in the Eastern Idaho State Fair livestock judging contest. Arriaga was the top-ranking individual. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Torah that survived Holocaust finds home in Miami Sep 17, 2009
Rabbi Danny Marmorstein uses the Yiddish word "bashert" to describe how a Torah created in 19th-century Eastern Europe survived the Nazi regime in near-perfect condition and landed a world away at his tiny synagogue ... Rabbi Danny Marmorstein uses the Yiddish word "bashert" to describe how a Torah created in 19th-century Eastern Europe survived the Nazi regime in near-perfect condition and landed a world away at his tiny synagogue. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
New owner shores up historic innby renovating building and menu Sep 11, 2009
Central New Jersey and eastern Pennsylvania are fortunate in their wealth of local historic inns, built to last and appreciated over the centuries for their beauty and as tangible links to another time ... Charming views are now available from the deck, the main dining room, and the handsome inn rooms on the eastern side of the hotel. (NJ.com -- Times)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Sep 5, 2009
How the Beatles rocked the Eastern Bloc ... How the forbidden Beatles rocked the Eastern Bloc. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
• Events calendar Sep 4, 2009
Since it was founded at University of Montreal in 1998, the trio has given hundreds of concerts in North America and Western and Eastern Europe, many of which have been broadcast by national networks. Learn more. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Coles historical society offers antique appraisals Saturday Sep 3, 2009
Retired Eastern Illinois University political science professor John Faust will play ragtime piano music during part of the day. The Many Careers, One Conviction: Tilford E. Dudley (1907-1990) exhibit about the life of the Charleston native, New Deal lawyer, labor advocate and preservationist will be displayed throughout the day. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Artist is coming from far away for class reunion Sep 3, 2009
Sculptor Esther Randall has a bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia and master's from Indiana University, and now teaches at Eastern Kentucky University, where she is an associate professor in the art department and a gallery director. Kes Woodward is one of Alaska's best-known contemporary painters. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Wash. soldier among 4 killed in Afghanistan Aug 28, 2009
The three were charged after California Department of Fish and Game wardens received a tip that poachers were killing deer near Summit Lake, along the park's eastern edge. SoCal boy, 13, killed while playing with handgun. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Things to Do in Gloucester, Massach... Aug 15, 2009
Beauport, the home of Henry Davis Sleeper, is a lovely example of the elegant homes of Eastern Point, once a conclave of Gloucester's wealthy citizens. Also known as the Sleeper-McCann House, it has a large collection of Chinese porcelain and other antiques. (Suite101.com)
MAJOR-LEAGUE NOTES Gaudin to Yankees Aug 7, 2009
of the Eastern League have been suspended for 50 games after testing positive for an amphetamines. This article appeared on page B - 4 of the San Francisco Chronicle. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Daylight Resources Trust Reports Second Quarter 2009 Financial and Operating Results- RECORD PRODUCTION DRIVES INCREASED FUNDS FROM OPERATIONS Aug 6, 2009
This MD&A also compares the results of the six months ended June 30, 2009 ("YTD 2009") to the six months ended June 30, 2008 ("YTD 2008). All references are to Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated.NON-GAAP MEASURESDaylight Resources Trust ("Daylight" or the "Trust") utilizes the following terms for measurement within the MD&A that do not have standardized prescribed meaning under GAAP and these measurements may not be comparable with the calculation of similar measurements of other... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Buffett Loses to Desmarais as Power Beats Berkshire With a 15-Year Return Jul 31, 2009
It was through Canada Steamship that Desmarais acquired his huge tract in eastern Quebec. Separatist Manifesto. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
COLUMN: If only this area had a really sophisticated fest, like Tour de Fat Jul 14, 2009
I remember when I was a student at Eastern Illinois University and bagels were given away free at a football game. Now just what do you think happened. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Life remembered: Man found on marsh trail was a UW-L student Jul 10, 2009
Christopher spent last weekend in eastern Wisconsin visiting family. They celebrated the Fourth of July holiday hunting for antiques and watching bands at Milwaukee s Summerfest, Becky said. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
East Missoula: Curiosity shop - Family puts father's antique collection on auction block Jul 9, 2009
Throughout the years, he also worked for the Brickyard Hill Co., as well as at various oil fields in eastern Montana. Burt Nelson died March 18, on his 95th birthday. (Missoulian, MT)
On the hunt for treasure - Customers flock to antique shops as Columbia Falls rediscovers itself with help from the past Jun 30, 2009
There s an armoire, found in eastern Montana, with heavy doors and beveled glass. I have quite an antique collection, said shopper Alaina Board, whose entire family are collectors. (Missoulian, MT)
How to spend a couple days in Tel Aviv Jun 6, 2009
For a cheaper meal, head to Dr. Shakshuka right near the clock tower, who specializes in the eponymous dish long loved by Sephardi, or Middle Eastern, Jews. From the word "shake," it's a spicy mixture of eggs, tomatoes and onions and deceptively delicious. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Classic car show to be held this weekend Jun 6, 2009
Saturday 06 June, 2009. "We're hoping to fill up the park," said resident and car club executive board member John Gilbert. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
Have some close encounters for your summer vacation Jun 4, 2009
Or grab some at the less-crowded Farnharm's (88 Eastern Ave., Essex, 978-768-6643), and dig in while sitting at one of the picnic tables overlooking the salt marsh ... Sleepover option If you're a camper, Horseneck Beach offers sites at the eastern end of the reservation through Oct. 11. (Boston Globe)
MCC Sale to be held May 29-30 May 28, 2009
This major Eastern Iowa festival will take place at the Johnson County 4-H Fairgrounds, Iowa City. Now in its 30th year, the Iowa Mennonite Relief Sale is organized annually by over 38 southeast Iowa Mennonite and Brethren in Christ Churches. (Kalona News, IA)
Obits: Sanderson, Bush, Herman, Waletich, Lee, Pettersen, & Janisch May 28, 2009
He was a 50 year member of the Order of the Eastern Star, the Scottish Rite, and was a member of the Britton Masonic Lodge for over 61 years, where he was a Life Member and Past Master. He had served as a 4-H Leader, and in his younger years Cliff enjoyed pitching horseshoe, hunting and fishing. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Plane crash kills local businessman May 26, 2009
The twin engine plane crashed at the eastern end of the airport near Clyde Morris Boulevard and Bellevue Road. May 26, 2009. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Burglary suspect once broke into Falcone home, records show May 26, 2009
Delwright Dyman, 68, of New York Mills was arrested following a nearly two-year investigation by state police, New Hartford police and the Oneida County District Attorney s Office into several burglaries in central and eastern New York, investigators said. The state police Special Investigation Unit s investigation of Dyman started after an attempted burglary about two years ago in Saratoga Springs, investigators said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Wind-power firm plans $400M project May 15, 2009
(AP) A Chicago company plans to build a $400 million-plus wind farm that would stretch across two eastern Illinois counties. Invenergy LLC says it has deals with property owners to erect up to 133 wind turbines on 28,000 acres in Champaign and Vermilion counties. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Pan for gold in Dahlonega May 12, 2009
HemlockFest is an annual benefit music festival, held on November 6-9, 2009, to increase public awareness and generate funds to help save the eastern and Carolina hemlock trees. Money raised will be used for support of the Georgia laboratories rearing adelgid-devouring beetles, education and research on the HWA problem, and assisting businesses and homeowners to protect hemlocks on their private property. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Allstate loses $274M in first quarter May 8, 2009
Severe weather in Eastern states led to a jump in claims, but the average costs for property damage claims decreased. Allstate Financial's operating income fell 41 percent to $85 million from $143 million. (Crain's Chicago Business)
2 added to Eastern Hills tenant roster May 8, 2009
Eastern Hills Mall has landed two new tenants, both of whom offer a variety of gifts as their primary items ... Eastern Hills Mall, located on Transit Road in Clarence, is the region s second largest shopping center with 1 ... Eastern Hills is anchored by such tenants as JC Penney, Bon-Ton and Sears. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Daylight Resources Trust Reports First Quarter 2009 Financial and Operating Results - RECORD PRODUCTION CONTINUES TREND AS DAYLIGHT BUILDS FOR THE FUTURE May 7, 2009
- Eastern and Southern properties include Wildmere, Sylvan Lake, Chigwell, Bon Accord and Chipman. In Q1 2009, Daylight drilled 6 gross (0. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
The Recession Seeking summer help? There's plenty May 3, 2009
And the towel boy at the pool might be from East Providence instead of Eastern Europe ... The Grand Hotel on Michigan's Mackinac Island normally hires about 350 workers from overseas, mainly Thailand and Eastern Europe, and about 250 Americans. (Casa Grande Valley Newspapers, AZ)
Cleveland Cavaliers are available on Fathead cards May 2, 2009
Technically, the Cavaliers didn't win anything by sweeping the Detroit Pistons in the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs. But they were the first team selected for the new NBA Fathead Tradeables Collectors Team Sets, which will be available Friday. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Restoration effort brings Lord mansion back to its old glory May 2, 2009
CHARLESTON Restorations of the long-neglected home of Eastern Illinois University s first president were bound to generate some curiosity in the community ... Lord, who served as Eastern s president from 1900 to 1933, is thought to have resided in the house from 1903 to until his death in 1933 ... Copies of photos of Lord and Eastern obtained with the help of the university s archives decorate the home, which the Olmsteds have furnished with Victorian-era antiques. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Tel Aviv remains young at heart Apr 30, 2009
TEL AVIV, Israel -- Tel Aviv celebrated its 100th birthday this spring, but this lively city on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean could just as easily be taken for a vivacious and confident 20-something. The White City or 'Miami of the Middle East'; find your own Tel Aviv on a brief visit. (CNN -- Travel)
Garage Sales Begin at Public Market Apr 20, 2009
Democrat Scott Murphy's lead is slipping in the special Congressional election in eastern New York. The Rochester Fire Department says an unattended candle sparked the fire that displaced eight people on Henrietta Street Tuesday morning. (R News)
A current exhibition,a historic dispute Apr 20, 2009
When the smoke of the 1948-49 war had cleared, Jordan occupied the west bank of the Jordan River, all the way to the eastern part of Jerusalem, and including Bethlehem and the Dead Sea region, and its army declared the area around Qumran a closed military zone. Bedouin were offered rewards for any scrolls they found, and Jordan's chief archeologist enlisted a team to search the hills for more caves. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Amsterdam's new headquarters of hip Apr 18, 2009
The Eastern Docklands near Central Station, once a 19th-century cargo port, is becoming a laboratory for contemporary architecture and city living, and De Pijp, an immigrant quarter just south of the central city, is drawing young professionals and the boutiques that love them ... De Pijp has got livelier over the past few years, he notes, with bars and restaurants replacing Middle Eastern groceries ... New canal houses in the Eastern Docklands show off contemporary Dutch design. (Globe and Mail)
George and Margaret Church (115) Apr 15, 2009
Margaret graduated from Roy High School in Roy, N.M. in 1938 and from Eastern New Mexico State University in Portales, N.M. with a Bachelor of Arts degree in education in 1947. She taught in Portales before teaching at an American school in Germany. (Boerne Star, TX)
Old postcards share notes of joy on Easter Apr 12, 2009
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Community Briefing (9) Mar 29, 2009
On March 4, performing ensembles from Eastern Arizona College will offer a free concert at St. David High School gym at 7:30 p.m., featuring concert jazz bands under the direction of Geoff DeSpain, and the acappella and show choirs under direction of Dr. Bruce Bishop. Bus rides for. (Benson San Pedro Valley News Sun, AZ)
Ten Free Sights of Singapore Mar 25, 2009
Dominated by the Sultan Mosque with its large gold dome, this area features restaurants and cafes with delicious Middle Eastern food and shops selling beautiful scarves and vintage clothes. The Mosque is free to enter. (Suite101.com)
Weapons sales still strong, Pa. vendors say Mar 23, 2009
The whole gun industry is doing well right now, said Nick Jubinski, manager of the Eastern National Gun, Knife and Military Collectibles Show, held over the weekend at the state Farm Show Complex. If you call a distributor, everything is selling. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Need to know: Citigroup appointme... Mar 21, 2009
Eastern Europe: EU leaders agreed to double to 50 billion a crisis fund to aid struggling EU member states, mainly in Eastern Europe. Latvia and Hungary have already accessed the funds, and Romania is also expected to seek help. (New York Post -- Business)
Tone of online talk regretful Mar 21, 2009
Do I try to control you to have emotion for the millions of dead people of Middle Eastern descent. No Bluto I have never tried to shove down your throat sympathy for people of Middle Eastern descent ... You are very quick to generalize Middle Eastern culture as more artistic, loving, brave. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Cut costs and make memories in Europe Mar 20, 2009
Eastern Europe is both a fine value and a new frontier for many travelers. While hotels are nearly as expensive as in the West, other items are a relative steal. (CNN -- Travel)
36 hours in Doha Mar 20, 2009
Inside Al Zubair Shop (pedestrian walkway, Souq Waqif; 974-657-2004), Arabian autoharps, 12-string ouds and darbuka drums put you on your way to a Middle Eastern jam session. In each shop, haggling is essential. (International Herald Tribune)
Beguiling rural pleasures await in Connecticut Mar 17, 2009
Litchfield County's biggest city is Torrington, at its eastern edge ... By the turn of the twentieth century, Torrington's brass mills and metal factories provided work for a surge of immigrants from southern and eastern Europe, whose cultural influence can be tasted in the sausages and grinders at Carbone's and in the pastas and meat dishes at Marino's or the Venetian ... The city's eastern outskirts have been sacrificed to commercial sprawl. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Some fear Navy sonar may harm Fla.'s right whales Mar 14, 2009
The National Marine Fisheries Service just approved the Navy's plan to do sonar training along the Eastern Seaboard the right whales' habitat but requires it to take precautions to protect the whales and other marine animals. The Navy also wants to locate an anti-submarine warfare training range on 75 miles off the north Florida coast. (Yahoo News)
Stella-Jones Reports Fourth Quarter and Year End Results Mar 12, 2009
"Demand held firm for all of our products, even while uncertainty characterized the North American economy. We are very pleased with the integration of the BPB acquisition, which speaks highly about the quality of our employees and managers. With the addition of BPB, Stella-Jones became the second largest producer of treated wood railway ties in North America, broadened its product offering and customer base, as well as accentuated its industry leadership, particularly along the eastern... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Culture Calendar Mar 11, 2009
The March 22 performance will be followed by a gala dinner in the historic Jacob Henry Mansion, 20 South Eastern Avenue, Joliet. Tickets are $45 and may be reserved at www. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
FP Newspapers Income Fund Reports Fourth Quarter 2008 Results Mar 11, 2009
FP Newspapers Income Fund invites you to participate in a conference call on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. Eastern (11:00 a.m. Central) to discuss results. The dial-in number is 1-416-695-9761, or toll free at 1-866-542-4270. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
$22 M wish list for city Mar 8, 2009
Extend water main by 2,102 feet at eastern corporation limit at Maple Street, to connect to portion of water main already serving Otsego Club to provide better service to club and housing units there similar improvement done to Gaylord Industrial Park in 2008. Downtown Development Authority Gateway entrance to downtown Gaylord ( 350,000), 20 jobs. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
All-Student Show and art department awards announced Mar 7, 2009
The Eastern Illinois University Art Department has announced the recipients of the 2009 All-Student Show awards and the 2009 departmental awards ... Students at Eastern who had taken at least one undergraduate studio art course during the academic year were eligible to enter the All-Student Show competition ... A division of Eastern s College of Arts & Humanities, the Tarble Arts Center is funded in part by the Tarble Arts Center Fund/EIU Foundation, Tarble Arts Center membership contributions,... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Police: Family Locked Up Disabled Relative Mar 7, 2009
CHANDLER, Texas -- Authorities in eastern Texas say a family was keeping an emaciated, mentally disabled relative locked in a filthy room in their home to keep him from stealing their food. Henderson County Sheriff's Detective Wick Gabbard said Chandler police officers found the man during a visit to the home to serve an outstanding warrant for another resident. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Freeing the spirit in Morocco Mar 4, 2009
- a glass of wine or even a mojito), or relax by the plunge pool in an extravagant tent suite filled with exotic North African and Eastern antiques. I had a thing for the hammam, or Turkish bath. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Artefacts of her affection Mar 2, 2009
Joan Bowers is well-known for the series of antique shops she ran in the eastern suburbs of Sydney until 1998. Starting in Paddington, she then moved to her most famous shop in Little Bourke Street. (The Age, Australia)
Art.view: Bull for a night Mar 1, 2009
Despite the talk of Middle Eastern museum-builders, only two lots provided concrete evidence of Arab buying on the first night. Wafic Sa d, a Syrian-born Saudi businessman and philanthropist; and Samir Traboulsi, a Lebanese financier, were sitting together towards the front of the room. (The Economist)
Stars donate to Darfur aid sale Feb 27, 2009
Eastern Europe banks get bail-out. Earliest 'human footprints' found. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
American Chinese collectors urge boycott of Christie's Feb 25, 2009
The American Chinese Collector's Association and the Eastern Cultural Foundation jointly issued an open letter at a press conference here, in an appeal to all Chinese collectors and antique dealers around the world to stop doing business with Christine's ... Zhou said his association and the Eastern Cultural Foundation urge the Chinese government to deal with the French government over the issue, and do its best to safeguard justice and national pride. (Xinhuanet, China)
Obituaries for Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009 Feb 22, 2009
Always very involved in her community, she was a member of the Chapter 23 of the Eastern Star and was honored by the city of La Crosse to be selected Mrs. Oktoberfest of 1984. She was also a member of Asbury Methodist Church. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
GM Sund travels with Hawks as trade deadline looms Feb 19, 2009
But with the Hawks at 31-22 and currently in fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings, the need for a future-altering makeover is not there. I think we can win with what we have, Hawks captain and All-Star Joe Johnson said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Billionaire's bank customers denied their deposits Feb 19, 2009
"If individuals persist in rushing to the bank in a panic they will precipitate the very situation that we are all trying to avoid," said K. Dwight Venner, governor of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
North Dakota's 2008 crop estimated at nearly $6.6B Feb 19, 2009
Farmers and industry officials attribute the 2008 production increase to higher prices that led to more acres, and to ideal growing conditions in the eastern part of the state. The Agriculture Department computes the value of production for each crop by multiplying the average price over the marketing year by the production. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Lakers stymie Hawks Feb 18, 2009
Atlanta, fourth in the Eastern Conference standings, had won four of five heading into the break. Coming off a weekend in which he shared the All-Star MVP trophy with former teammate Shaquille O Neal, Bryant shot 4-of-12 and never got to the free throw line in his lowest offensive performance since he had 11 against Washington on Jan. 22. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Scientists dig for the guts of earthquakes Feb 18, 2009
2-magnitude quake that struck Talaud islands in eastern Indonesia, at Meteorology and Geophysics Agency in Jakarta, Indonesia, Thursday, Feb. 12, 2009. A powerful earthquake off eastern Indonesia briefly triggered a tsunami warning Thursday, causing a stampede of residents to higher ground. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Thrashers trade defenseman for draft picks Feb 17, 2009
The Canadiens began Monday tied for fifth in the Eastern Conference despite losing five of their last six games. I m excited, obviously, to go to a team that s headed toward the playoffs, Schneider said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Daimler has 4Q loss of euro1.53 billion Feb 17, 2009
The global economic slowdown will also "dampen demand for commercial vehicles also in the growth regions of Asia, Eastern Europe and Latin America. In the major emerging markets therefore, distinct market contraction is expected in all commercial-vehicle segments for the first time in many years.". . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
