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Perkasie approves new three-year police contract Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 4:00PMPerkasie Borough Council authorized a new three-year police contract Monday night. The contract, which is retroactive to Jan. 1, 2011, and expires Dec. 31, 2013, calls for across-the-board salary increases of 2 percent in 2011 and 2012 and 3 percent in 2013.
Drip irrigation and drought-tolerant plants are keys to a water-wise garden Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 4:00PMEast County residents have been saving water − and creating beautiful gardens − since long before the water shortage.
Sidney Cooper, Big Band and Studio Musician, Dies at 92 Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:56PMMarisa Guthrie Woodwinds maestro played with Johnny Carson’s Tonight Show Orchestra in NYC. read more
Color to match the July sky Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:53PMThis was written by Hal Borland who wrote a nature column for many years for The New York Times. Chicory is in blossom at the roadsides and in neglected fields, in vacant city lots everywhere. It's one of the few wildlings of the season that have a color to match the July sky.
OC Fair: 25 years of crazy themes Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:47PMThis year's Orange County Fair theme is "Let's Eat." Fair officials have said this year's theme is expected to create the feel of holidays such as Christmas and Thanksgiving - days that bring families to the table to laugh and share experiences over a good meal.Here are...
Local pastor found guilty of sex abuse Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:40PMBishop Joe Flowers also faces charges involving two other boys.
Rains yield more than green lawns -- mosquitoes and other creepy crawlers Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:40PMRains yield more than green lawns -- mosquitoes and other creepy crawlers
Southern Pines Orders Water Conservation Measures Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:34PMSouthern Pines Town Manager Reagan Parsons has ordered Stage 3 mandatory water conservation measures due to the low flow of water in the town’s raw water source.
Blog Utah Sports Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 3:30PM(Scott Sommerdorf | The Salt Lake Tribune) The green papaya salad is at left, while, at right, the No. 44 yellow curry ($9.95) with tons of onions and potatoes and coconut milk, at Thai Delight in West Jordan.
‘Memorable’ trip to twin town’s trench for Helen Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:29AMULVERSTON’S deputy mayor has told of an emotional civic trip to France.
'Flower lady' will miss fair this year Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:29AMFor the first time since she's entered the Wilkin County Fair flower competition, Louise Wieser, the "flower lady," will have to skip it. She broke her elbow over the 4th of July weekend, and is sitting out this year's contest.
American Express Launches Link, Like, Love on Facebook -- First-Ever Platform to Deliver Deals, Access and Experiences ... Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:28AMToday, American Express launched a first-of-its-kind application on Facebook -- Link, Like, Love -- that delivers cardmember deals, access and experiences based on the likes, interests and social connections of cardmembers and their Facebook friends. Starting today, on the American Express Facebook...
Kenya: Kisumu Airport Turns International in Two Weeks Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:27AMKisumu airport is set to go international in the next two weeks according to transport permanent secretary Cyrus Njiru.
Lolo community helping father of drowning victim raise money Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:27AMLOLO- The town of Lolo is helping Connor Flowers' father pay for his son's funeral and other expenses by setting up funds and holding fundraisers this week.
James Conrad Singer Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:20AMJames "Jimmy" Conrad Singer, age 29, passed away in his residence early Saturday morning, July 16, 2011. Jimmy was a partner with his parents in their ...
Theo K. 'Buck' Carson Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:20AMTheo K. "Buck" Carson, 81, of Eustis, FL, died July 17, 2011. Born in Little Rock, AR, the son of Theo P. and Jewel Carson, Buck graduated from Little ...
Florida Ants Are Flourishing and Homeowners Are Panicking, Reports Suncoast Pest Control Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:20AMExcess Seasonal Moisture Causes a Spike in Florida Ants and Infestations
Photo exhibit shows alleged US drone strike deaths Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 7:19AMA London gallery opened a photo exhibit Tuesday that allegedly shows innocent civilians killed by U.S. drone missile strikes in Pakistan's tribal region along the Afghan border.
Training planned for jail employees Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:54AMThe North Platte Telegraph It's not complete yet, but three international trainings are already planned for the new Lincoln County Jail. At Monday's commissioners' meeting, chief deputy Dean Sparks said Smith and Wesson instructors would teach a class about disassembling and servicing AR-15s. Drug dog certification and Taser training will also be offered.
Monster plant still hasn't invaded Sault Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:51AMRest easy, Sault Ste. Marie. The gigantic flesh-scorching, sight-destroying weed that last week had Sudbury city workers wielding "danger" tape, has yet to be found in this city, or its environs.[...]
James Luid Hammond Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:45AMMr. James Luid Hammond, son of the late Harvey and Arizona Dalton Hammond, was born in Wayne County, Kentucky on December 10, 1930 and he was called home by his Lord from this life Monday, July 11, 2011 in Somerset, Kentucky, having attained the age of 80 years. He was first united in marriage to Mrs. [...]
Danger can blossom in flower garden, so take care Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:43AMThe North Platte Telegraph Nothing says spring quite like a yard full of brightly colored flowers. But, while plants such as azaleas, daffodils and tulips can add a beautiful and lovely-smelling touch to a home, health officials are reminding the public about their possible dangers.
Buddy Poppy sales benefit vets Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:42AMThe North Platte Telegraph Each year local veterans with the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and members of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary spread out across town for the annual poppy sale fundraiser that benefit local veterans and families of veterans.
Letter: Looking for depression era pictures Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:32AMBeing a member of the Watertown Area Historical Society, I am looking for picture(s) that were taken during the depression. At that time there were many government projects (WPA) given to small communities like Watertown.
Hollyhocks have begun blooming Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:31AMJim and Virginia Wright, who live in rural Mayer, note that hollyhocks have begun blooming.
Michael T. Podulka Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:31AMMichael T. Podulka, 58, of Grafton, went home to the big farm above, on Wednesday, July 13, 2011. Mike was born in Medina, on February 9, 1953 to the late Stanley and Anna Podulka. He has been a lifelong resident of Grafton Township. Mike was a grain farmer who loved the outdoors. He has served as [...]
Nancy L. Whitney Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:30AMNancy L. Whitney, 74, of Avon Lake, passed away Monday, July 11, 2011. She was born December 22, 1936 in Elyria, to Henry and Sylvia Abramoska. Nancy graduated from Bowling Green State University in 1958 and was a member of Phi Mu Sorority. She received her Masters in Education from Ashland University in 1994. She spent [...]
When and how do you divide peonies and irises? Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 5:25AMFind out how to properly take care of these particular flowers
Brother remembered by anonymous friend Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:36AMBonnie Bailey is curious as to who may have placed a carnation on her brother’s grave at San Gorgonio Memorial Park. For the first 10 years of her brother’s death, Bonnie Bailey didn’t visit his grave site at San Gorgonio Memorial Park in Banning.
Facebook beer baron unmoved by $2400 fine Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:34AMTwo Facebook beer barons have been fined $2420 each for sly grog deliveries without a licence but at least one appears to be thumbing his nose at liquor licensing authorities and continuing to operate.
One of ours: A community mourns a tragic loss Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:28AMMESQUITE -- Whether a close friend or a complete stranger, everyone the Eason family met was treated as family.
41 years of educational service: Davis retires this year; library named in her honor Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:28AMIt was a tearful time for Principal Rebecca Davis as she retired after 41 years in education.
Battle over Jarvis bike lane rages on Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:22AMDebate continues Wednesday on the Ford administration’s controversial attempts to remove bike lanes from Jarvis, Birchmount and Pharmacy.
Overview of Wudang Mountain Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:20AM"Mt. Wudang area is certainly one of the most beautiful areas in the world because it combines ancient wisdom, historic architecture and natural beauty."
Spotsylvania back to square one Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:19AMNearly a year ago, Spotsylvania County started its search for areas that could become urban-style communities. These areas would be developed over the next 10 years or so in ways that allow residents to live, work and shop in the same place. They would be communities where walking and bicycling would replace jumping in the car so often....
Line cuts force a halt to Route 3 project Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:18AMThousands of Spotsylvania County residents, businesses and a regional cancer center have lost phone and Internet service several times in the past three months as construction crews have cut lines along State Route 3. Yesterday, county officials stepped in and ordered the road-widening project stopped until contractors can find a way to prevent further cuts....
Stafford school may be a first Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 12:18AMThe new Stafford High School scheduled to open in fall 2015 may have the school system's first three-story academic wing. The Stafford County School Board last night discussed plans for the $66.1 million school....
Divers locate dozens of kids' bodies on sunken boat Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:40AMDivers searching a tourist boat that sank in Russia's Volga River discovered the bodies of 50 people on Tuesday, an Emergencies Ministry official said.
Syria beefs up security at embassies after attacks Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:38AMPolice have beefed up their presence outside the U.S. and French embassies in the Syrian capital a day after pro-government supporters attacked the compounds.
'Creatures' ad campaign wins at Cannes festival Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:35AMMANILA, Philippines - An advertising campaign dubbed "Creatures" won the Silver Lion for the Outdoor Category at the 2011 Cannes Festival of Creativity.
College Gameday: How Things Are Different in Oxford, Miss. Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:32AMMany college football fans are loyal to their team, and that's it. Fans like that are used to one way of life, and that is the way they spend their Saturdays in the fall. Most Saturdays are spent in a lot, or field, near the stadium cooking, listening to music, and having a good time. That is different on campus at the University of Mississippi. A lot of fans will say "at my school, there really ...
Flowers Keep Flowering if you Chop off Their Heads Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:23AMHave the flowers in your garden all turned dry and brown? You might be able to get the plants to flower again if you follow these simple tips. With a pair of sharp pruners or scissors, cut off all...
Local briefs Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:22AMPREP SPORTS
Arts Festival smells of more than just food Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:20AMDowntown will be filled with thousands of odd and foreign aromas in the air this weekend as the streets fill with vendors’ creations — relating a specific scent to a certain masterpiece.
Architecture done with mirrors Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:18AMThe downtown Sheraton has finally done something about its forbidding blank walls, using big mirrors to "borrow" the attractive architecture of ACT across the street. Plus one great big flower pot. It doesn't really add up.
Photos: West of the Lake Gardens in Manitowoc Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:18AMA wide variety of flowers are blossoming at West of the Lake Gardens in Manitowoc.
Three Democrat senators each have at least $140K in bank Tuesday, July 12, 2011 @ 4:18AMMILWAUKEE The three Democratic state senators who are being targeted for recall each have at least $140,000 in the bank, according to spending reports filed Monday with state election officials.
The Big Story Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 5:24AMFile photo of the Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee during an event in New Delhi. PTI
News, briefly Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 5:19AMSee what's happening in and around Carver.
One month later, Essex couple still missing Saturday, July 9, 2011 @ 5:12AMA memorial decorates the home of Bill and Lorraine Currier in Essex on Friday. / GLENN RUSSELL, Free Press ESSEX — Balloons and flowers adorned the front step of the William and Lorraine Currier’s home Friday, a month after the Essex couple last were reported seen.