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  • Old man pins fading hopes, dream on Aquino Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 10:37PMPRESIDENT Benigno Aquino III’s State of the Nation Address (Sona) has moved me to rethink my despairing attitude toward every presidential promise and rosy forecast that usually end up as bubbles in the air.
  • Grand affair at the fair Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 5:14PM— Evening News photo by KIM BRENT Kaylie Rodler, 17, of Westland; Becca Boski, 16, of Dearborn, and Kayla Shaw, 17, of Milan (from left), all members of the Horsin’ Around 4-H Club, sort through the entry form rules as they get ready to take their various craft projects into the exhibit buildings during the official day of arrival for entries in the 4-H craft and baking contests Thursday at the ...
  • Chatham senior citizens in need of a free lifthave a friend Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 4:32PMCHATHAM - In this era of budget-slashing and service cuts, senior citizens have been forced to sacrifice far too often, in the view of Susan Boegershausen of Chatham.
  • Could Kindle EBook Gifting Become a Reality This Year? Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 12:40PMAmazon and Barnes & Noble may both be looking at ways to let consumers give each other specific eBooks as gifts.
  • Happy trails Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 7:48AMGoshen school retirees share fond memories and lessons for the future
  • Afghan girls find solace, family among strangers Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 6:27AMA 9-year-old girl from a poor province in Afghanistan settles into an elegant leather armchair in an El Segundo townhouse, smiling demurely at the couple, who weeks before were strangers and are now family.
  • Hometown Happenings 0730 Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 5:00AMCommunity happenings
  • Trip talk Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 4:54AMThe following trips are sponsored by nonprofit groups. If your group is planning a trip and seats are available, e-mail information to Iris Hersh at community@publicopinionnews.com ; or fax to her attention at 264-0377.
  • Once bitten, twice shy: Owner appeals dangerous dog charge Friday, July 30, 2010 @ 4:33AMHolly Nichols treats her pet, "Auggie Doggie," like he was her son.
  • BYE, BYE TO THE BIG TOP: Le Grand Cirque to perform final show in mid-August (PHOTOS) Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 11:46PMAfter hundreds of performances for area residents and visitors since its premier Memorial Day Weekend, Le Grand Cirque is set to fill the big top for its final show August 15. The show, which has entertained audiences all over the world, offers up a...
  • Katie Price thinks split is good for kids Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 8:33PMKatie Price thinks her and ex-husband Peter Andre’s children are better off now that their parents have separated.
  • âRich! Bear!â - The Great Bear, The Great Land, The Great North Woods Thursday, July 29, 2010 @ 6:11PMOne of the earliest memories I have is of my mother reading to me from a Little Golden Book designed to teach preschoolers the alphabet by way of the Noah’s Ark story. On page one Noah gathered two apes—or aardvarks maybe, something starting with the letter A. I don’t remember. On the last page two zebras climbed up the gangplank to the big boat under Noah’s benevolent, animal-loving gaze just ...
  • Ashley Toland’s Backpack Attack Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 9:11AMTEWKSBURY – Getting kids off on the right foot for school often involves trips to local retailers to load up on pencils, crayons, notebooks, highlighters, and usually a new backpack. One TMHS student knows that there are plenty of kids that start school without a backpack, or even a new pencil, and is doing her part to help those kids start the school year right.
  • Holidays and how to survive them Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 7:39AMAccording to a survey of frazzled parents, going on holiday is more stressful than the office. We asked the experts how to survive a fortnight with your family
  • Southington Food Pantry running low Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 3:17AMSOUTHINGTON — Many people donate to their local food pantry around Thanksgiving and Christmas. But in the summer, as families head out for day trips and vacations, they forget that hunger knows no season.
  • Religious events in Southwest Michigan: Sambodh Retreat Center, Kalamazoo Gospel Mission, and more Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 11:05AMA look at religious events and activities over the next few days from across Southwest Michigan.
  • Warrant issued for man who set wife on fire Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 11:13PMMounties in North Vancouver, B.C., have issued a nation-wide call for help to find a man who doused his common-law wife with hairspray and lit her on fire six years ago, causing her third-degree burns.
  • While Temperatures Soar, Gaylord Hotels Puts its Resorts on Ice! ™ Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 10:00PMMammoth-Sized Christmas Celebrations at Gaylord Hotels Require Hanging the Lights in July
  • It’s the real thing Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 8:10PMLike a longtime, cherished friend, the familiar red-and-white logo of Coca-Cola welcomes current visitors at the Grover Museum.
  • Community Links Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 6:23PMA listing of local community groups and events.
  • Obituaries reported in the July 8, 2010, Advocate Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 5:42PMThe following obituaries were reported in the July 8, 2010, Advocate: Norma W. Elliott, Marilyn J. Schramm, Mary A. Wiggins and LaFern Gleue Zentz. Norma W. Elliott, 90, Lawrence, formerly of Waterville, died Tuesday, June 29, 2010, at her home.
  • Obamas Wrap Up Weekend Maine Getaway Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 3:41PMPresident Barack Obama and his family managed to make it through a couple of days of family vacation time without a crisis forcing a change in plans. The first family was to head home to the White House on Sunday after two days of nearly nonstop recreation at this upscale resort on the northern Maine coast. From the moment they arrived Friday, it was clear the Obamas were determined to make the ...
  • Fun along the Maine coast ends for Obamas after weekend of hiking, biking in national park Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 3:41PMBAR HARBOR, Maine - President Barack Obama and the first family are headed home to Washington after their weekend vacation on the coast of Maine.
  • Obamas wrap up weekend Maine getaway Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 2:59PMBAR HARBOR, Maine (AP) — President Barack Obama and his family managed to make it through a couple of days of family vacation time without a crisis forcing a change in plans.
  • Obamas wrap up weekend Maine getaway Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 12:40PMBAR HARBOR, Maine (AP) President Barack Obama and his family managed to make it through a couple of days of family vacation time without a crisis forcing a change in plans.
  • Tourism promoted to fans, followers Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 11:14AMWhether fawning over Facebook fans or tapping out tweets on Twitter, the entities most responsible for attracting tourists to greater Williamsburg have jumped on the social media bandwagon with both feet.
  • Obama Wraps Up Vacay Amid Criticism Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 11:02AMThe president returns from his family getaway to Maine amid criticism that environment and economy come first YOU DECIDE: Right Time?
  • Obamas wrap up weekend Maine getaway Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 10:21AMWashington wakes up to wha? Minor earthquake rattles the DC area; no injuries reported More>>
  • Election Questionnaires: Clerk of Superior Court Sunday, July 18, 2010 @ 8:44AMClerk of Superior Court candidates were asked to answer these questions 1.  Why are you the best qualified among candidates for your position? read more
  • MELVINDALE: 10-year-old overcomes obstacles, is named Junior Miss Melvindale Friday, July 16, 2010 @ 12:33PMMELVINDALE — Miranda Troutt does not let broken bones or an inefficient heart rate get her down.
  • Obamas Head to Family Weekend on Maine Coast Friday, July 16, 2010 @ 12:23PMPresident Barack Obama and his family are heading off Friday for the weekend to a spectacular national park on the coast of Maine
  • Obamas head to family weekend on Maine coast Friday, July 16, 2010 @ 11:32AMPresident Barack Obama and his family are heading off to a spectacular national park on the coast of Maine.
  • Obamas head to family weekend on Maine coast Friday, July 16, 2010 @ 10:12AMWASHINGTON - President Barack Obama and his family are heading off Friday for the weekend to a spectacular national...
  • Mesa bus, light-rail riders face budget cutbacks Friday, July 16, 2010 @ 9:11AMThe changes are part of a Valley-wide overhaul of mass-transit schedules.
  • ROBBINSVILLE: Going to bat for Sean Friday, July 16, 2010 @ 7:09AMROBBINSVILLE — The community is stepping up to the plate with a Home Run Derby to raise funds for Sean Nemazie, the 2009 Robbinsville High School graduate who suffered a traumatic brain injury in a car crash seven months ago.
  • Anticipated changes for adults in the Douglass Community Friday, July 16, 2010 @ 6:43AMNegotiations between the city of Plano and Boys and Girls Club of Collin County are in the works, and residents of the Douglass Community are not happy about possible changes.
  • Perla Farias and David Portugal Jr. Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 8:02PMA young Hispanic couple’s faith and advocacy work strengthen their love for each other.
  • Australian Prime Minister Backs Away From East Timor Asylum Plan Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 3:07PMCanberra policy was designed to deter East Timorese refugees from making dangerous boat trips to Australia
  • Several family reunions planned for the weekend Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 2:00PMThe 81st annual White family reunion will be held at the upper pavilion of the Indian Creek Valley Community Center, 628 Indian Creek Valley Road, starting at noon Saturday.
  • Prep boys basketball: State Farm City of Palms Classic releases full field Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 1:58PMThe 38th annual City of Palms Classic has a new title sponsor (State Farm) and one of the strongest holiday tournament fields in high school basketball history, rivaling the 2008 group that included the recent NBA Draft’s No. 1 selection (John Wall), eight McDonald’s All-Americans as seniors and six of USA Today’s top eight preseason teams.
  • COTTERILL WANTS MOKOENA TO STAY Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 11:50AMPortsmouth are hoping to convince Aaron Mokoena to stay on at the club despite the South African not yet returning to training. The 29-year-old has been on extended leave following his exertions for his country at the World Cup and was expected to return for training on Friday.
  • COTTERILL WANTS MOKOENA TO STAY Friday, July 9, 2010 @ 11:40AMMokoena - could stay at Portsmouth. Portsmouth are hoping to convince Aaron Mokoena to stay on at the club despite the South African not yet returning to training.
  • Teens work toward tolerance, peace Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 11:36PMWith a Protestant mother and a Catholic father, Ali Duggan grew up in Northern Ireland with a perspective on religious tolerance possessed by few in her embattled homeland.
  • Obituaries reported in the July 8, 2010, Advocate Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 9:26PMThe following obituaries were reported in the July 8, 2010, Advocate: Norma W. Elliott, Marilyn J. Schramm, Mary A. Wiggins and LaFern Gleue Zentz. Norma W. Elliott, 90, Lawrence, formerly of Waterville, died Tuesday, June 29, 2010, at her home.
  • Children’s author tackles fear of darkness Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 7:49PMThese stuffed toy sheep served as inspiration for Catherine Markl’s illustrations in her “Sherman” series.
  • Michael Felix Name ‘Veteran of the Year’ Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 5:35PMCommander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10218, Michael Felix, was honored in Sacramento by Assemblyman Mike Eng. Named “Veteran of the Year” Felix was presented a framed Assembly Resolution on the Assembly floor by Eng, followed by a luncheon at the Sacramento Convention Center. Felix’s wife Annette and children Michael and Monique also attended. “I was both humbled and honored by this award ...
  • Devada Elliott shares life with Presley family Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 5:05PMMontgomery County has no shortage of notable natives. This is the story of one known round the world but overlooked here at home: Devada "Dee" Elliott. Devada is a local girl who has done a number of remarkable things in her life. But, the thing she will always be known for is her marriage to Vernon, the father of Elvis Presley, and the 19 years she spent inside the Presley enclave.
  • Fenty Friend Fails Upward: Loose Lips Daily Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 4:47PMAs much local politics as humanly possible. Send your tips, releases, stories, events, etc. to lips@washingtoncitypaper.com. And get LL Daily sent straight to your inbox every morning!
  • Six questions for Margo Lanagan Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 3:06PMMargo Lanagan is the author of three collections of short stories – White Time , Black Juice and Red Spikes . She has won numerous awards and prizes, including two World Fantasy Awards, as well as the 2004 Victorian Premier’s Award for Young Adult Fiction.