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Vets support Hendra audit Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:47PMTHE Australian Veterinary Association says it supports the audit of Queensland vet practices to reduce the risk of future outbreaks of the Hendra virus.
2010 volunteer citizen of the year award Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:47PMThe Volunteer Citizen of the Year Award is designed to honour an individual or individuals in the Alberta Weekly Newspaper Association (AWNA) coverage area who have made a significant contribution, as a volunteer, to the community in which they live.
SC upholds Filipino citizenship of ex-professional cager Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:47PMThe Supreme Court has affirmed the Filipino citizenship of a former professional basketball player.
For saving lives from colon cancer, no test trumps colonoscopies Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:46PMMarch is Colon Cancer Awareness Month and today several area health organizations teamed up to raise awareness about the disease.
Track. ASU's Dumble Named USTFCCCA Men's West Region Assistant COY Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:46PMDavid Dumble, an assistant coach for the Arizona State University track and field program, has been named the 2010 U.S. Track & Field, Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) Men's West Region Assistant Coach of the Year, the Association announced Tuesday.
SARM members vote in favour of health care resolutions Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:44PMAt the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities annual convention Tuesday, members voted in favour of four resolutions regarding health care.
UN agency punished Somalia whistleblower Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:44PMSource: Reuters * U.N. report says agency retaliated against whistleblower * Victim blames official now running UNDP Haiti programme * UNDP denies corruption in Somalia, backs Haiti official * Security Council ...
Teacher's Union Contract Approved by School Board Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:43PMAfter several private meetings, the Rockford school board unexpectedly approves a one-year contract extension with the teacher's union.
Unknown Quebec rink making impact at Brier Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:43PMHALIFAX — They are the mystery men at the Tim Hortons Brier, but anyone who plays Serge Reid’s rink will tell you they are making their presence felt.
McILROY EXCITED TO PARTNER MICKELSON Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 10:43PMRory McIlroy has another chance to partner the player he calls "the second biggest draw in golf" tomorrow and Friday. The 20-year-old Northern Irishman has been paired with defending champion Phil Mickelson in the opening two rounds of the CA world championship in Miami.
Weapon crime drops in 'gun capital' Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:49PMGun crime in a county previously branded by some as the nation's "gun capital" has dropped.
Clinton, beverage group: School efforts working Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:49PMThe beverage industry says the drinks in school vending machines are getting healthier.
Beverage Industry: Drinks in School Machines Getting Healthier Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:49PMNEW YORK (AP) -- The beverage industry says the drinks in school vending machines are getting healthier. Former President Bill Clinton will give an update on the effort Monday in Manhattan with officials from the American Beverage Association and the American Heart Association.
Six city council candidates vie for four seats Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:49PMA seventh candidate, Jimmy Norris, withdraws from race
Hamilton Southeastern teachers agree to forgo raises in 2010-11 Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:48PMTeachers at Hamilton Southeastern have reached a partial agreement with the School Board on their contract citing the district's financial woes for the early decision:
Visitors Bureau earns state softball honor Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:48PMThe York County Convention and Visitors Bureau (YCCVB) became the first-ever convention and visitors bureau to be inducted into the Amateur Softball Association of Pennsylvania Hall of Fame.
Albro named player of the week Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:47PMFormer Clear Creek state doubles qualifier Ashley Albro has been named the American Southwest Conference East Division Player of the Week.
Ping wedges no longer in play under agreement with tour Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:47PMJACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — The 20-year-old Ping wedges with square grooves will no longer be allowed on the PGA Tour starting March 29 under an agreement reached with the Ping executives.
Milford, Newton South, St. John's make 'Sweet 16' round of mock trial competition Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:47PMSixteen high schools, including Milford, St. John's in Shrewsbury and Newton South, have been named Sweet 16 regional finalists in the 25th annual Mock Trial Program presented by the Massachusetts Bar Association. The regional finalists will continue in the program by competing in trials throughout this week.
K-State Announces New Contract for Head Basketball Coach Frank Martin Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:44PMKansas State Director of Athletics John Currie announced Sunday that men's basketball coach Frank Martin has agreed to a new multi-year contract, securing the services of the head coach through the 2014-15 season. Martin on Sunday was also named the 2010 Big-12 Coach of the Year.
National Basketball Association Game Capsules Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:42PMNational Basketball Association Game Capsules
$1M in budget cuts possible in Somerset Hills district Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:42PMBERNARDSVILLE – Cuts in state aid and a potentially tighter lid on taxes could force the Somerset Hills Regional School District to slash more than $1 million in spending before adopting the 2010-11 school budget.
Bâville Library saluted for 10 years of service Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:41PMBERNARDSVILLE – What began more than a decade ago as a dream for the community resulted in a library that has been consistently ranked among the best in the state - and now even the nation.
NZUSA...coming to a town near you Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:40PMNational student leaders will be helping students save their services as they visit campuses around the country this month. NZUSA is visiting member associations and their institutions from Auckland to Dunedin in a fortnight-long tour of universities, ...
Senators: Lift ban on gay men donating blood Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:40PMThe time has come to change a policy that imposes a lifetime ban on donating blood for any man who has had gay sex since 1977, 18 U.S. senators said Thursday.
Guter Artikel über Produktivität Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:53AM1. Guter Artikel über Produktivität FOR a quarter-century, American economic policy has assumed that the keys to durable national prosperity are deregulation, free trade and a swift transition to a post-industrial, services-dominated future.
Vandals Ransack Two Nonprofits Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:53AMA Winter Haven building that is home to two nonprofit organizations was vandalized early Friday and now detectives are looking for the culprits, the Sheriff's Office said.
Tresolini: With or without Ross, Hens need to change -- now Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:53AMRICHMOND, Va. -- Another University of Delaware men's basketball season ended Friday with the Blue Hens, once again, at a crossroads.
Galvis already flashing the leather for Phils Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:53AMYoungest player in big-league camp dazzles defensively
Coffeewood receives national accreditation Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:52AMCoffeewood Correction Center in Mitchells received accreditation during the American Correctional Association 2010 winter conference in Tampa, Fla. on Jan. 25.
State’s budgets still in limbo Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:52AMThe 2010 session of the Alabama Legislature has reached the halfway point and lawmakers have yet to start work on the only task the state constitution requires them to complete — preparing budgets for the operation of state government and schools.
China Shipping to carry more coal for Shenhua Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:52AMChina Shipping (Group) Company will expect to ship 40 million tons of coal for Shenhua Group in 2010, Li Shaode, the company's president said today.
Casper’s Billiards hits big time Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:51AMCasper’s Billiards is becoming an institution in the community of 4,200 and across the region.
Honeycutt to perform at Northeast Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:51AMEx-American Idol contestant Ben Honeycutt will play his first concert since leaving the contest in his hometown. Honeycutt will perform a “storytellers-type” concert, sponsored by Northeast’s student government association, at the Tom Bevill Lyceum on Friday at 7 p.m.
Keep your customer service great in the ski season's stretch run, Vail businesses Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:41PMEven a week after the closing ceremonies of the Winter Olympics, I think I'm now just getting my breath back! We have to give credit to our friends north of the border for doing such a great job. Too bad we had to lose that hockey game - if you missed the gold medal game between the U.S. and Canada, you missed out on what was probably the finest hockey ever played. Special congratulations go to ...
From the Breckenridge Area Director Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:41PMI appreciate the opportunity to serve this year as your Breckenridge Area Director on the SAR Board. In my first update, I won't bother providing you with sales statistics, nor will I attempt predictions on where our market is headed, or when our market will hit that elusive bottom (if it hasn't already). Our profession is experiencing what feels like an unprecedented wall of obstacles ...
Brothers will coach in all-star match Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:41PMGeraldine High School volleyball coach Cristie Brothers has been selected to the North coaching staff for this summer’s North-South all-star match in Huntsville.
Colorado CRS Chapter #1 Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:40PMColorado CRS Chapter #1 2010- Calendar of Events January 2010 19th - 3-5 p.m. Free Northern Colorado Trends Class - The Group - Ft. Collins 19th - 5 - 7 p.m. Networking for Referrals - Austin's Grille - Ft. Collins 25th - 9 a.m. - Board of Directors Meeting Conference Call February 2010 2-4 - Colorado Association of Realtors Winter Conference and Meetings March 2010 24th - 25th - CRS 206 Core ...
News Brief Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:40PMRecent weeks have seen prominent coverage of William Windsor (“Prince William”) on the front of celebrity magazines as well as in national newspapers. Having taken on extra responsibilities, and been well-received in Australia, support and admiration for him seem to have grown.
Students gush over environmental project Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:40PMSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is not difficult to distinguish which aspect of the Disney Planet Challenge fifth-graders at the Lake Tahoe Environmental Science Magnet School are most enthusiastic about - the potential to go to Disneyland or restoring native fish populations in local streams. It's the fish. No, really. "Going to Disneyland would be awesome," said fifth-grade student Max Morgan ...
Even After UBS, Swiss Continue to Fight for Bank Secrecy Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:39PMUBS agreed to give up the names of alleged American tax cheats -- but for Switzerland giving up secrecy is a hard thing to do
Grouse won't be listed as endangered or threatened Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:39PMAn Interior Department announcement Friday that it won't list sage grouse as an endangered or threatened species opens the way for continued development of the West's wind energy and oil and gas industries.
More passengers sick on another cruise Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:39PMCHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Passengers have again fallen ill with a stomach bug aboard a cruise ship hit by a virus last month on its previous trip from South Carolina.
Bell suspends plan for new police recruits Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:37PMASSOCIATED PRESS Mayor Mike Bell on Friday suspended his plan to recruit new police officers this year because of the city's budget problems. "Given the uncertainty for approval of certain measures designed to balance the 2010 budget, I have ordered recruitment for the police class to be suspended effective immediately," Mr. Bell wrote to Toledo City Council. "Upon approval of a balanced budget ...
Family doctors who work alone earn an average of £120,000 Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:05PMSuch GPs earn an average of £20,815 more than those in practices with six or more doctors.
TANTALIZE YOUR TASTE BUDS! THE HOME SHOW AT THE RHODE ISLAND CONVENTION CENTER! Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:05PM(East Providence, Rhode Island) Learn the secrets of the award winning chefs of Newport and Bristol County! Live from our Demonstration Kitchen, mouth-watering recipes from the areas finest restaurants will be created.
Army Bomb Expert Alleges He Inspired ‘Hurt Locker’ (Update1) Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:05PMA U.S. Army bomb disposal expert sued the movie distributor and director of “The Hurt Locker,” as well as Playboy Enterprises Inc., claiming they used his life story and experience in the Iraq war without his consent.
Putra to become premier brand awards show Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:04PMhafidz@thestar.com.my PETALING JAYA: The Association of Accredited Advertising Agents Malaysia (4As) expects the newly-introduced Putra Brand Awards to become the premier brand awards show in the coun...
Klapisch: Baseball facing a big test with HGH Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:04PMThe league could life the dark clouds of suspicion on all the clean players, but will the players union allow it?
Perth Amboy firefighters donate gear to peers in Argentina Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:03PMPERTH AMBOY — In a few weeks, firefighters in Franck, Argentina, will receive gear to wear when they fight fires in their South American country.