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  • After bakery burns, workers make dough elsewhere Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 1:39AMAfter Baked in Telluride burned, the community coalesced around those who lost their jobs in the fire.
  • Swinging on the Hudson: An Unlikely Haven for Jazz Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:56PMThe pianist Fred Hersch at the Falcon in Marlboro, N.Y., a niche for jazz concerts in the Hudson Valley.
  • Genealogical Tourism Redefining Leisure Travel Market Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:11PMFor the work-weary, the word “vacation” may conjure images of leisurely, carefree days at the beach sipping umbrella drinks.
  • Swinging on the Hudson: An Unlikely Haven for Jazz Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 9:42PMA relaxed distance from Manhattan’s urban frenzy, one man’s hospitality has created an intimate stage for top-tier musicians who enjoy an appreciative audience.
  • No decision made on village’s revolving loan fund Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 9:07PMSomebody who has been around the proverbial block a few times advised the Teutopolis Village Board Wednesday to keep its revolving loan fund.
  • Fun travel fact: Where sports enthusiasts burn calories, money Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:59PMVacation boot camps
  • A Multitude Of March Events At Copper Mountain Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 8:31PMStarting mid-March there is an event every weekend until Copper closes for the season on April 18, 2010.
  • Genealogical tourism redefining leisure travel market, professor says Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 7:54PMFor the work-weary, the word "vacation" may conjure images of leisurely, carefree days at the beach sipping umbrella drinks. But according to published research by a University of Illinois expert in tourism and recreation, genealogical tourism is one of the fastest growing markets in vacation travel because it represents a conscious shift away from relaxation and into the realm of personal ...
  • Dad slain in robbery at Queens home Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 11:49AMA 38-year-old father of three was shot in the head and killed Tuesday during a robbery in his new Queens home, police and neighbors said.
  • Previously fired McConnelsville cop allowed to resign Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 11:37AMMCCONNELSVILLE -- A McConnelsville police officer who was fired late in January has been allowed to resign.
  • Older-adult volunteers help meet many needs Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 7:06AMBob Koster isn’t one for golf.So hitting the links wasn’t on the 71-year-old Camarillo resident’s to-do list when he retired 15 years ago after a career producing films and television.Instead, Koster launched a second career teaching about the industry, and then he volunteered with the Camarillo Police Department’s Citizen Patrol nine years ago. He, along with more than 30 other mostly senior ...
  • Escape to divine Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 7:01AMRose-hued sunsets meet azure waters in this sensory extravaganza…a rainbow tapestry of experiences and accommodations. For those with “champagne taste and beer money,” there are lovely, quaint resorts with all the amenities for less than $50 a night.
  • Fishermen benefit from PM’s visit Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 2:59AMLANGKAWI : Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak’s private vacation in Pulau Langkawi has brought benefits to the fishermen at Kampung Sungai Chenang, here when they were ‘presented’ with the approval of an immediate allocation of RM7 million for the construction of a new jetty.
  • Village to clear way for Wal-Mart out-lots Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 2:06AMGODFREY - An ordinance snafu caused Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and village officials to go back to the proverbial drawing board for lots to support development surrounding the coming Supercenter.
  • Najib gives fishermen RM7mil jetty present Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 11:50PMLANGKAWI: Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak’s private vacation in Pulau Langkawi has brought benefits to the fishermen at Kampung Sungai Chenang, here, when they were “presented” with an immediate RM7mil allocation to build a new jetty.
  • Take a Modified Local Vacation and Still Get Away While Saving Cash [Vacation] Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 10:12PMThe present economic troubles have made "staycationing"—vacationing from your house in your home town—a popular option for the cash strapped. You can achieve the benefits of a local...
  • Seven Days With the Giant Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 9:59PMTHUNDER BAY, ON ---- February 16, 2010 ---- Tourism Thunder Bay, in partnership with over 15 tourism industry partners, is once again offering one winner and three guests the opportunity to win the ultimate week long outdoor adventure in Thunder Bay this summer.
  • Take a Modified Staycation to Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds [Vacation] Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 9:41PMThe present economic troubles have made staycationing—vacationing from your house in your home town—a popular option for the cash strapped. You can achieve the benefits of a staycation...
  • Former Olympic gold medalist, MSU great Clarke Scholes dies Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 8:36PMClarke Scholes, who won an Olympic gold medal in the 100-meter freestyle in 1952, died of congestive heart failure Feb. 5 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit. He was 79.
  • Sports notebook: Feb. 17 Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 5:13PMSignups, tryouts, groups, and more sports information for the Plymouth area.
  • Popping into another century Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 4:37PMSTURBRIDGE - From left, Cormac MacLachlan, 6, Connor DuFault, 5, Maeve MacLachlan, 4, and Rocco MacLachlan, 11, all of West Brookfield, pose Monday for a photo behind an 1830s-era cutout at Old Sturbridge Village. The children were enjoying a day at OSV during school vacation.
  • Bennet’s wife in Telluride stumping for senator Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 3:55PMThis nation is saddling youngsters with an unbearable debt burden and inadequate education, a lethal cocktail for America’s future.
  • Town’s historic planner steps into director role Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 3:47PMArchitect Mike Davenport has worked for almost five years as the town of Telluride’s historic preservation planner, his workload heavy with tasks related to historic buildings, grants and renovation projects.
  • Telski hoping World Cup will be boon to Euro marketing Tuesday, February 16, 2010 @ 3:41PMWhen American snowboarder Ross Powers unexpectedly landed on the winner’s podium last Saturday after the World Cup boarder cross finals, he landed on the front of sports pages across Europe, South America and Scandinavia as well.
  • Greek Orthodox Archdiocese E-bulletin February 12, 2010 (Worldwide Faith Greek Orthodo) Saturday, February 13, 2010 @ 12:32AMThis is the weekly edition of the GOA E-Bulletin. For more information just click on the links below to go to the topics of interest to you. If the link does not work from your email, copy the link and paste it into the address bar of your web browser. MISSION SUNDAY: Sunday, February 14 is the Sunday of Forgiveness and Cheesefare. It also has been designated by the Hierarchs of SCOBA as Mission ...
  • Walt Disney Resorts to open first Hawaii destination resort in 2011 Saturday, February 13, 2010 @ 12:00AMWalt Disney Parks and Resorts will open the first phase of its first family destination resort in Hawaii in the fall of 2011. The resort, which will be located at the Ko Olina Resort & Marina on the western side of Oahu, will be called Alani A Disney Resort and Spa.
  • Buffalo Area Skiiing Olympian Matt DePeters In Vancouver Friday, February 12, 2010 @ 10:19PMBuffalo, NY - The parents of an Olympian from Western New York have their tickets punched to see their son in action in Vancouver, British Columbia. Matt DePeters is a high-flying, aerial skier from Hamburg who is realizing a long held dream.
  • Thai-ASEAN News Network Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 10:19AMThe Region 2 Army chief will discuss security measures with relevant Cambodian authorities for the planned visit to the overlapping territorial area by the Cambodian prime minister this weekend.
  • Intrawest to sell Panorama ski resort Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 9:47AMIn a last-ditch attempt to stave off foreclosure at the hands of creditors, Intrawest ULC agreed on Thursday to sell its Panorama Mountain Village resort to a group of locals and business owners led b...
  • Ashlander to head disaster relief team Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 9:35AMEditor’s Note: This is the first in a two-part series of stories on the efforts of local people to help earthquake ravaged Haiti.
  • LAWRENCE: Police say burglars targeting specific neighborhoods Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 8:39AMA string of burglaries apparently targeting Asian or Indian households is under investigation by township police.
  • Buckbee will be Warwick’s liaison in the county seat Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 7:49AMWarwick The Warwick Village Board welcomed Al “Skip” Buckbee Monday evening as the new county legislator who will represent its concerns in Goshen.
  • The are of remaking downtown Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 6:49AMIn St. Louis, a local shopping center faced with increasing numbers of vacant storefronts has opted to rent space to artists, dance troupes and theater groups for $100 a month. The spaces have been used for studios, performance venues, art galleries and more.
  • Escape to divine Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 6:47AMRose-hued sunsets meet azure waters in this sensory extravaganza…a rainbow tapestry of experiences and accommodations. For those with “champagne taste and beer money,” there are lovely, quaint resorts with all the amenities for less than $50 a night.
  • State Farm pullout hits mobile homes Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 2:53AMBEN HOGWOOD ATLANTIC BEACH — Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there – unless you own a mobile home in a flood-prone area or have a home on Bogue Banks.
  • Time in Italy helps Mattoon painter cultivate creativity Tuesday, January 26, 2010 @ 12:25AMAfter spending time as an artist-in-residence in a coastalvillage in Italy, Tom David of Mattoon is ready to repeat theexperience.
  • 2010 Census begins in Alaska Monday, January 25, 2010 @ 10:58PMThe 2010 Census is officially off and running, or perhaps we should say mushing. The count began in Noorvik, Alaska, a remote village of about 650 Inupiat Eskimos.
  • Cary to fill job of fired public works employee Monday, January 25, 2010 @ 8:45PMCARY – Village officials are looking to fill the assistant public works director position after the man who filled the spot was charged with possession of child pornography.
  • Hyatt and Hotelera Playa Sombrero S.A. Announce Signing of Agreement for Andaz Papagayo in Costa Rica Monday, January 25, 2010 @ 6:33PMCHICAGO----Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Hotelera Playa Sombrero S.A., a Costa Rican development company, announced today that a Hyatt subsidiary and Hotelera Playa Sombrero have signed a management agreement for the 150-room Andaz Papagayo.
  • Cashing in on 2010 Olympics Monday, January 25, 2010 @ 5:48PMCall it the parallel Olympics, or perhaps the winter gains.
  • Norton sees light at end of tunnel Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 8:18PMDuring his annual Native Intelligence report, Gainesville real estate executive Frank Norton Jr. urged his audience to focus on the bright spots that he promised will come in the region’s economic future.
  • BHA turns 50 Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 2:53PMThe Beaufort Historical Association invites members and prospective members to attend the BHA’s semi-annual membership meeting 6 p.m. Tues-day, Jan. 26.
  • Go ‘see-cruising’ through Portugal’s wine ports Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 7:05AMWhat’s it like to live in a far-off place most of us see only on a vacation?
  • Escape to divine Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 6:46AMRose-hued sunsets meet azure waters in this sensory extravaganza…a rainbow tapestry of experiences and accommodations. For those with “champagne taste and beer money,” there are lovely, quaint resorts with all the amenities for less than $50 a night.
  • School Board president resigns Thursday, January 21, 2010 @ 12:22AMJanuary 20, 2010 | 09:57 AM Williams Bay — In the midst of his third term as School Board President, Vernon Choyce decided to resign because he saw a school board member in a YouTube video he deemed controversial.
  • Diamond Resorts may buy out ILX Thursday, January 21, 2010 @ 12:13AMSedona’s Los Abrigados Resort & Spa may soon be under new management if an acquisition offer for ILX Resorts by Diamond Resorts Corp. is approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission. In an offer filed with the SEC on Jan. 6, Diamond Resorts would assume all of ILX’s debt in exchange Read more...
  • On snowy peak, survival instinct prevails Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 8:16PMIf he’d just had the right equipment, it might not have happened. Or had the weather been more cooperative, it would have been a normal climb. But the fates didn’t align for Sean Ireton — a University of Missouri associate professor of German — and this month he took a nasty spill on Spain’s highest mountain that shattered his kneecap and forced him to descend some ...
  • Search for city manager continues Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 7:27PMPickerington launched a second attempt to land a new city manager this week.
  • The Travelocity Roaming GnomeTM Continues "Cabin Fever: Finding a Cure" Tour Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 6:43PMTORONTO, Ontario----The Travelocity Roaming Gnome is continuing his search for a cure to winter cabin fever, and from a recent vote, it appears Banff locals are doing the same.
  • Travel: Meet Lostende Tours Wednesday, January 20, 2010 @ 4:12PMThe COMPANY PEZ: “Lostende Tours”- what’s the story behind the name? Allan: I decided to name my bike and wine tours company Lostende Tours because of its family heritage. “Lostende” is an old French family name going back hundreds of years, the complete name is Mercier de Lostende.