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Owen Jones' 'Chavs' examines the bigotry endured by the underprivileged Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 5:16AMMost Americans have never heard the term "chavs," a British word that is the rough equivalent of "trailer trash."
Swanky strips: A landscaping how-to Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 5:10AMEveryone knows the strip from hell. Sure, you could just cover it over with concrete or rocks. In the last few years, though, turning that strip into the Garden of Eden has become a local trend.
Central Park: Teepees etc. Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 5:08AMThe Stanley Park Miniature Train may soon run through a Klahowya First Nations summer village.
Unemployed woman living off of parents, unwilling to help them with housework Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 5:08AMDear Annie: My parents are in their early 80s. They've had some health problems and are slowing down, but they are still able to care for themselves. They make ends meet because they carefully saved over the years.
Michael Caine: Hanks mastered my voice Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 5:05AMSir Michael Caine is amazed by how good Tom Hanks is at impersonating him. The British star’s nasal vocals are legendary, with people across the globe keen to try their hand at repeating some of the iconic lines from his movies.
Shia LaBeouf to hunt Robert Redford in political thriller; Pat Benatar plans Christmas album, Christ novel; and more Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 5:01AMRobert Redford will star in and direct a new thriller about a former 1960s radical on the run from both the FBI and an ambitious reporter played by Shia LaBeouf. Plus, Pat Benatar, Trey Songz, a tip for "Captain America" fans, and more in Wednesday's The Morning After.
Arsenal to offer Nasri bumper new deal in last-ditch attempt to keep midfield star Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 4:53AMArsenal are desperate to hold on to midfielder Samir Nasri and will offer him a whopping £6million-a-year deal to stay. The French midfielder is wanted by Manchester City.
Sweat freezes on your brow at Whitey’s plant Wednesday, July 20, 2011 @ 4:52AMEditor's note: Columnist Barb Ickes is spending the week finding the coldest places in the Quad-Cities.
Bosh hits town Dec. 2, lockout permitting Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:29PMHeat visit among highlights of NBA schedule released Tuesday, with talks scheduled to resume Friday.
Local Allstate owner receives volunteer award Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:26PMTo Freeport Allstate agency owner Jim Medendorp, giving back to the community has always been a top priority.
Bus repairs on pace for start of school Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:20PMThe school buses that transport Sedalia School District 200 students are on the road to recovery after most were significantly damaged in the May 25 tornado.
NBA releases 2011-12 season schedule despite lockout Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:20PMNEW YORK - The National Basketball Association (NBA) released its full playing schedule for 2011-12 on Tuesday despite fears the season may not go ahead.
Local soldiers look back and stand proud Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:18PMLocal soldiers reflect on past tours in Afghanistan and their place in Canada's mission
Customers sad company closing book on Borders Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:16PMEDWARDSVILLE — The Borders store in Edwardsville is closing as early as Friday amid the nationwide chain’s problems, but the local store looked like anything but a failure Tuesday.
MRI reveals Indians' Sizemore has bruised knee Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:16PMCleveland Indians manager Manny Acta says an MRI on Grady Sizemore's injured right knee only revealed the bone bruise that has been there all along.
datebook Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:15PMCruise Nights will be held at 6 p.m. on Fridays July 22; Aug. 5, 12, 19; Sept. 2, 9, 16, 23; Oct. 7, 14, and 21 at Jackson Crossing, 21 S. Hope Chapel Road and East Veterans Highway, Jackson. The event will feature vintage/antique American cars and oldies music. Details: 732-583-9996. read more
National Grid to MA customers: $1.2 mil. Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:15PMNational Grid will pay $1.2 million to customers to settle allegations that the electric and gas utility responded poorly to a snowstorm the day after Christmas. The deal brings the total amount paid by the firm to $2.2 million.
Murdoch denies responsiblity for phone hacking scandal Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 8:14PMRupert Murdoch on Tuesday apologized for the phone-hacking by the now-closed News of the World (NoW) tabloid, but denied responsibilities for the scandal saying the "people he trusted or perhaps those they trusted" were to blame.
What to buy, what to skip at summer closeout sales Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:13PMWith summer sales kicking into high gear, it can be tempting to throw caution to the wind and embark on some pre-Christmas splurging.
Wingnuts Grind Out Comeback in Shreveport Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:12PMSHREVEPORT, LA- The Wichita Wingnuts beat the Shreveport-Bossier Captains 8-4 at Fair Grounds Field on Monday night. Wichita overcame a 3-2 deficit with three runs in the top of the seventh inning. Mike Conroy drew a one-out walk and stole second base.
Magazine wants it to look a lot like Christmas at Rock Ford Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:10PMChristmas came early to Rock Ford this year. The venerable plantation, home of Revolutionary War General Edward Hand, is mugging for photographers Tuesday for the Christmas edition of Early American Life magazine. As the mercury rocketed into the mid-90s Monday and Lancaster County wilted in the hea...
Mazzola joins 'Elite Club' Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:09PMHope Mazzola was recently named to the company’s Chairman’s Elite Club by William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage and Insurance Chief Executive Officer and Chairman William Raveis.
Century strong: Marietta resident celebrates 100th birthday Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:06PMMARIETTA — Mary Frances Grogan Mahan celebrated her 100th birthday on Monday by playing bingo at the Marietta Senior Center, followed by a party complete with cake. “One hundred years, and I’m happ...
Events Calendar Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 11:04PMCalendar Tip: Click on a date to see what's happening in your community! Add An Event Tip: Keep the community up to date with our shared Events Calendar. You can have your event up and posted in just a couple of minutes with our easy to use Event Information form.
Transfer of Cebu City treasurer is Rama’s loss, Osmeña’s handiwork Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 10:52PMCongressman Tomas Osmeña got his way. His behind-the-scenes request to remove Cebu City Treasurer Ofelia Oliva for “overstaying” was sealed yesterday with a July 14 memo from the Department of Finance (DOF) naming her replacement. “Treasurer Oliva is hereby instructed to turn over subject office to Ms (Tessie) Camarillo as acting city treasurer…,” said [...]
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Mariners Drop the Ball Late Against Braves Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 10:43PMPulaski, VA (July 18, 2011) ¬- The Pulaski Mariners returned home Monday night to take on the Danville Braves. Tonight was a unique night at Calfee Park with 18 walks and 29 strikeouts being issued throughout the contest.
RailCats Stop Cats Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 10:42PMFT. WORTH, Tex. - The Gary SouthShore RailCats made it four in a row on the roadtrip, winning the opening contest in the Battle of the Cats, stopping the Ft. Worth Cats 4-0 on Monday night in Texas.
Ex-Murdoch aide Brooks arrested; Police chief out Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:58PMLONDON (AP): An intensifying voicemail hacking and police bribery scandal cut closer than ever to Rupert Murdoch and Scotland Yard on Sunday with the arrest of the media magnate's former British newspaper chief and the resignation of London's police commissioner.
Rebekah Brooks arrested, London police chief resigns in phone hacking scandal Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:54PMA burgeoning voicemail hacking and police bribery scandal cut closer than ever to Rupert Murdoch and Scotland Yard on Sunday with the arrest of the media magnate’s former British newspaper chief and the resignation of London’s police commissioner.
Murdoch scandal intensifies Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:51PMLONDON — An intensifying voice mail hacking and police bribery scandal cut closer than ever to Rupert Murdoch and Scotland Yard on Sunday with the arrest of the media magnate’s former British newspaper chief and the resignation of London’s police commissioner.
Councillor gift rules tightened Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:51PMLocal government councillors are now legally entitled to ratepayer-funded gifts of up to $1000 on retirement but councils have been banned from buying elected members any gifts during their terms in office, under new laws to rein in spending.
Dog Trained For Special Needs Child Stolen Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:50PMPITTSBURGH -- A dog trained for special needs children was stolen and still missing as of Sunday night. “Christmas” was stolen from an Ohio group that trains companion dogs for disabled children. Police said they arrested Elizabeth Flaherty, but haven’t found the dog.
Community comes out to support Greenwich family at block party Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:45PMHenri Hillmann, of New Canaan, and his son Fearghus, 2, and friend Lisa Bancroft of Stamford at the third annual Silver Shield Greenwich Avenue Block Party at the bottom of Greenwich Avenue on Sunday, July 17, 2011.
Bright forecast ahead for teenage weather guru Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:44PMMark Ingalls woke up Tuesday morning, took one look at the barometric pressures over British Columbia and Hawaii, and knew a thunderstorm...
Fundraisers Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:43PMIt’s Christmas in July PLAINVILLE — Vendors are sought to participate in a raise-the-roof fundraiser for The Congregational Church of Plainville, UCC. This event will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the church. For more information, contact the church office at (860) 747-1901.
Al Qaeda's Yemen branch has aided Somalia militants, U.S. says Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:43PMNew American intelligence raises concerns about a widening alliance of Islamic terrorist groups plotting to target the U.S. Al Qaeda's powerful branch in Yemen has provided weapons, fighters and training with explosives over the last year to a militant Islamic group battling for power in Somalia, according to newly developed American intelligence, raising concerns of a widening alliance of ...
E-asy e-book library access through the Delaware Count Library System Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:42PMFinding a good summer page-turner just got easier now that avid readers can check out an e-book (electronic book) or audiobook from the library without leaving home, the beach or the pool.
End brings a sense of loss Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 3:20AMWaiting for the release of the final Harry Potter movie felt a lot like the hours leading up to Christmas morning as a child. You're counting down the hours, waiting for that moment. But once it arrives, you're almost sorry it happened because of the sense of loss that comes with the conclusion to any anticipated event.
Mueller Goes South of Border For Extreme Rehab Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 3:14AMFiled under: Brooke Mueller , Charlie Sheen Brooke Mueller is going to Mexico on Sunday to ingest a bunch of hallucionogens -- but not for fun -- to break her addictions. Sources connected to Brooke tell TMZ ... Brooke is going to a treatment facility in Cancun that specializes in prescribing a drug that is not legal in the U.S. It's called Ibogaine, a substance extracted from an iboga plant ...
Couple celebrates 50th Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 3:09AMIt is with great pleasure that Ron and Violet (Vi) Morgan announce their golden anniversary
Lovato Grateful Gomez and Cyrus Stood by Her Side Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 3:08AMDisney star Demi Lovato is grateful for the support she received from high-profile pals Selena Gomez and
Sykes’ targets fall opening for market Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 3:03AMThe Sykes’ building project has picked up momentum with better weather helping progress on 12 apartment in two additional stories, a conference room in the basement and a market on the main floor.
The Front Row with MARK NELKE July 17, 2011 Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:59AMGeno Bonnalie counted seven blisters on his hand the other day - and that was more than a week after the Lewiston golfer made his bid to be included in the Guinness Book of World Records by playing as many rounds as he could in one week.
Roar Of The Crowd Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:53AMPopejoy Hall's 2011-12 season starts in October, but the season's blockbuster show won&# ...
Muted applause for Menotti milestone Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:48AMGian-Carlo Menotti remains a strangely invulnerable musical force from beyond the grave - despite the odds against him. In the centennial of his birth, the composer who created populist opera is being celebrated in Princeton with Opera New Jersey's production of The Consul, which opened Saturday; on disc with a spate of long-unavailable recording reissues on the Naxos labe
Council plans to award two new liquor licenses Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 10:46PMBrookings city councilors plan to award two of the three new liquor operating agreements that are currently available in the community, they agreed this week.
Gazsi's roots run deep in Costa Mesa Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 10:42PMCaptain Tom Gazsi of the Newport Beach Police Department has been selected to take over as the Chief of Police for the Costa Mesa Police Department in August.
TV Review: Friday Night Lights - "Always" Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 10:40PMFriday Night Lights doesn't have a lot of ending in it's finale, but leaves the characters in satisfying places.
N.H. official says primary will likely be held before Feb. 14 Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 10:39PMNew Hampshire voters may be facing another year of Christmas caroling with the presidential candidates.