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  • Carbondale board to talk medical pot regs Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:40AMCARBONDALE, Colorado — Carbondale trustees are set to continue their discussion about proposed local regulation of medical marijuana businesses at tonight's regular Town Council meeting.
  • Enrollment up 43 pupils in Freehold Borough Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:38AMBY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer Teachers, principals and other school staff members will welcome 1,405 children to Freehold Borough’s three schools on Sept. 7. read more
  • Marlboro’s municipal budget approved Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:38AMBY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer The Marlboro Township Council gave its approval to a $33.7 million municipal budget for 2010 during the Aug. 24 meeting. The township’s fiscal year began July 1. The 2010 budget is up $1.2 million from Marlboro’s 2009 budget of $32.5 million. One significant item driving the budget was a $1.3 million increase in employee pension payments that must be paid ...
  • Car Town How To: Tips & Tricks For Building The Ultimate Facebook Garage [How To] Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:36AM# howto Log onto Facebook and you'll notice your car-obsessed friends, and even non-enthusiasts, racing McLaren F1s in a game called Car Town. Jalopnik spoke with the game's creators to bring you these tips and tricks to building the ultimate Facebook garage. More »
  • Letters: What Do You Think? Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:32AMD.A.'s Race: No Contest In your August 26 cover story, you report on "the first contested Northwest D.A.'s race in decades." The contest, you explain, is between a candidate, Michael Cahillane, who believes it's okay to put to a popular vote the constitutionally protected right of many of those...
  • Wake's hospital systems appeal Novant's Holly Springs project Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:31AMThe Triangle's three largest health systems have appealed a decision by state regulators that would allow a Winston-Salem chain to establish a foothold in Wake County's fast-growing medical market.
  • Concerns raised in snow removal policy Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:30AMI am a residential and commercial taxpayer, business owner on Main Street and a concerned citizen who is questioning the contents of the Snow Removal and Sanding Policy currently being addressed by the Tyndall City Council.
  • Cabin saved from razing as Scout's volleyball court project put on hold Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 11:25AMBAYPORT - Sometimes a log cabin can get in the way of a merit badge.
  • Find Imperial® Beer With Your iPhone Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 4:04PMA new iPhone application helps fans of Imperial® Cerveza locate their favorite beer in their town and around the country. The application, called "Pura Vida," is available free at the iTunes on-line store.
  • Once Again, Obama Implores Senate Republicans to ‘Drop the Blockade’ Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 3:56PM*With his 10-day vacation in Martha’s Vineyard now history, President Obama is back at the White House ready to get back to work. In a brief speech on Monday about the U.S. economy, he said that his administration is planning to kick-start things econonic with several quick measures: Extending tax cuts for the middle-class, redoubling [...]
  • Port Salerno being tranformed from fishing hub to cultural mecca Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 3:50PMPORT SALERNO — Port Salerno isn’t a paradise for only fishermen anymore.
  • Fort Monmouth panel reflects on reuse mission Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 3:49PMBY ANDREW DAVISON Staff Writer Members of the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Planning Authority (FMERPA) reflected on their challenges and experiences with the nearly half-decade planning process at the body’s final meeting in Eatontown on Aug. 18. read more
  • NC coast keeps a wary eye on Hurricane Earl Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 3:43PMRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Town officials, emergency planners and hardware stores along North Carolina's coast planned Monday for Hurricane Earl in hopes that the storm will deliver no more than a glancing blow as it travels north.
  • Suspect in slaying of 2 Alaska police officers surrenders Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 3:42PMA 45-year-old man who barricaded himself in his home after allegedly shooting two rural Alaska police officers to death surrendered Monday morning and was charged with two counts of first-degree murder, authorities said.
  • Police officers killed; suspect surrenders in Alaska Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 3:42PMA 45-year-old man allegedly shot two police officers to death in a rural Alaska town Saturday before barricading himself and triggering a standoff, authorities said.
  • Gold Line Light Rail Public meetings set Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:56AMWhittier residents are invited to attend two public meetings in September to receive an update regarding the Metro Gold Line Light Rail Eastside Corridor Extension project.
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  • It’s true: Hawkeyes are worth millions Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:45AMThe University of Iowa’s home football season brings more than $100 million into the Johnson County community, according to a study released Friday by the Iowa City/Coralville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau.
  • Slideshow: Drive-in diner brings the 'Swining Sixties' back to Pinconning Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:41AMIt's been more than 40 years since the 1960s ended, but food from that decade is making a comeback in Pinconning. Stevo’s Drive-In, a ’60s-themed diner with drive-in at 326 N. Mable St., opened earlier this month.
  • Northampton to offer community planning academy Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:38AMEASTVILLE -- During September and October, Northampton County will offer an opportunity for citizens and youth (age 18 or younger) to learn more about the planning process, the rules and regulations governing zoning, the legal bases for planning and ethics in the planning process.
  • Unusual guest expected at PigNic Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:38AMONANCOCK -- Friends and former students of Onancock School will gather on the College Avenue school property for the fourth annual PigNic on Saturday, Sept. 4, from 2-7 p.m. to visit with friends, enjoy a barbecue supper, hear area musical groups perform and participate in an extensive silent auction.
  • New retail, construction underway in Elliot Lake Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:35AMThe City of Elliot Lake is looking to attract new service-oriented and health-care businesses to town while improving its core retailers. There is another visible sign of how much Elliot Lake’s economy has changed.
  • Re-roof permit fee increased Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:34AMA study led to the Elbert Board of County Commissioners approving a $100 fee increase for re-roof permits in Elbert County. The approval was made at the Aug. 25 board meeting.
  • Judy Scopelleti, longtime Vail Valley resident, 1941-2010 Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:28AMJudy “Scope” Scopelleti, a longtime resident of the Vail Valley, died Aug. 16 while visiting her family in San Clemente, Calif. She was born in 1941 in Elwood City, Pa., where she went to high school, met her husband, John Scopelleti, and began her family.
  • Sharpton, civil rights groups plan DC rally, march Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:22AMWASHINGTON — The Rev. Al Sharpton and other civil rights leaders are planning to commemorate the 47th anniversary of the March on Washington. The National Action Network says several groups are backing "Reclaim the Dream" events scheduled for Saturday.
  • NY trial starts for 4 accused of temple bomb plot Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:42AMThe trial has started for four men charged with trying to blow up New York synagogues and shoot down military planes.
  • Fingers crossed for the wind of change Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:24AMTHE combine harvesters have been busy around the Forres area in recent days as local farmers prepare to reap the benefits of their year's work.
  • Health care meeting spurs angry scenes Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:24AMTHREE senior NHS Grampian officials attended Thursday's meeting of Forres Community Council to discuss the future of healthcare in the town. Leanchoil Hospital, a possible NHS dentist and the new health centre were all brought up in a presentation to councillors and members of the public.
  • Biofuels project will top special session agenda Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:14AMJACKSON — Mississippi lawmakers on Friday will consider $50 million in state incentives for research and production of renewable fuel made from timber, one of the state’s most widely available natural resources.
  • Lehigh Valley Trail reviewed Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:13AMAmherst Town Board members Monday reviewed the status of the long-stalled Lehigh Valley Trail originally proposed more than a decade ago to connect Niagara Falls Boulevard with Millersport Highway and other existing trails used by walkers, runners and cyclists.
  • Northwest zoning change approved for possible Habitat house Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:11AMThe Great Falls Planning Board and Zoning Committee approved at its Tuesday meeting a zoning change to five lots along 1st Avenue Northwest between the Vaughn Frontage Road and 15th Street Northwest.
  • One fair weekend Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 6:09AMConsidering it was the unofficial end to summer this year in Dunnville, it only seemed fitting that this year's 16th annual Agricultural Fair ended in some less than summer- like conditions. Yet that didn't seem to dampen the spirits of those who came out to enjoy all things fair-like.[...]
  • Russian president drinks tea with Bono as Putin meets bear Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:48AMPrime Minister Vladimir Putin enjoyed a close encounter with a bear on Tuesday while President Dmitry Medvedev met rock star Bono as Russia's ruling duo used their summer travels to burnish their images.
  • Area leaders ask for federal help Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:45AMLeaders of smaller western North Dakota communities were given an audience with federal officials to discuss their needs Monday afternoon.
  • Do union leaders matter? Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:43AMThe problem with Ian King’s argument that we shouldn’t criticise Derek Simpson (Letters, 21 August) is that it assumes our Unite union is a perfect member-run democracy.
  • Highlights from the preliminary high school design Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:41AMSuperintendent Mark Masterson, School Building Committee Member Jerry Culbert, School Committee member Mark Howery, architect Brooke Trivas and High School Principal Laura Chesson explained the preliminary designs for the new high school.
  • New olive oil shop opens downtown Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:40AMDowntown Stillwater is known for its antiques, old charm and boutique shops.
  • Alanna Zabel: The Art of Doing Nothing Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:40AMIn the popular memoir book, Eat Pray Love, the author begins her journey in Rome, Italy. There she quickly learns the secret to Italian people...
  • Park Board to discuss tent city Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:40AMWilliston Park Board plans to discuss the overnight camping at Davidson Park at tonight's meeting. The meeting is at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall, 22 E. Broadway Ave., in Williston.
  • Big Red Bike Tour Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:39AMWestern Kentucky University freshmen this week are getting a head start on their college careers and learning their way around campus and Bowling Green through the Making Academic and Social Transitions Educationally Rewarding Plan, a transition program for first-year students.
  • Dave & Buster’s hearing continues Aug. 31 in Braintree Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:38AMThe planning board is preparing to continue its hearing next week about a proposed 35,000-square-foot Dave & Buster’s restaurant at the former Circuit City site at the South Shore Plaza. The board is scheduled to resume this hearing concerning Dave & Buster’s application for a site plan review and special permits on Aug. 31 at 7 p.m. in the Cahill Auditorium of Town Hall. “I can’t say at this ...
  • Commission postpones ambulance lease decision Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 11:37AMThe Williston City Commission discussed a proposed ambulance lease agreement between the Williston Ambulance Department and a new air transport service that has come to town.
  • Addressing water worries for Roanoke River Basin Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:54AMCLARKSVILLE — You may not think much about the water that flows down the Roanoke River, but according to several experts on the issue, it is time residents did.
  • Middletown Bar Owner Intends To Sue Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:52AMThe owner of a popular nightspot, closed since April, filed notice Monday that he intends to sue the city and a state agency, claiming that their actions forced him out of business.
  • Street-side cafes coming to Historic Downtown Snohomish Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:47AMSNOHOMISH -- Soon, the stores in the Historic Downtown Snohomish will be able to serve customers on the sidewalks. All thanks to the owner of Cathouse Pizza.
  • History will be saved as Centerway Bridge is restored Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:37AMThe Centerway Bridge in Corning will soon get a major facelift. In less than two years it will have a new deck featuring plenty of green space, landscaping, park benches and new lighting. It's a plan Corning city officials have been talking about for years. Our Vince Slomsky takes us back in time to tell us the history of this unique bridge.
  • Transcript: The Outlook For Small Businesses Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:36AMDavid Kuo talks to Dr Adam Marshall from the British Chambers of Commerce.
  • The daily dish... a spicy serving of celebrity news Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:36AMLady Gaga has surpassed Britney Spears as the most followed person on Twitter—for now.
  • Town 'will be heard' over Hinkley impact Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:31AMTOWN councillors have vowed to make themselves heard over the “tremendous impact” a third nuclear power station could have on the Burnham and Highbridge area.
  • South Africa: Judges Halt Sand Dune Mining Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 5:31AMA Western Cape High Court decision has effectively halted mining operations at two sand dunes in the heart of the Cape Flats.