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  • welcome guest | login Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 9:06AMThere have been two very interesting trends in the gardening world in the past couple of years and I suspect that both of them will catch up with us this year.
  • Changes for New Cumberland’s police department Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 9:05AMNEW CUMBERLAND - Once New Cumberland councilman has stepped aside as part-time police officer as he prepares a run for mayor. New Cumberland Council member Joe Sargent was hired as a part-time officer during the Oct. 7 council meeting.
  • Fox Valley mom, daughter debut on The Biggest Loser: Couples Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 9:04AMKristin Steede is a self-made woman who owns her own business in Appleton.
  • Business Brief: Job Hunting in the Web 2.0 World Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 9:04AMThe way applicants apply for jobs is changing fast as Web-based content replaces the traditional paper CV. New Media Knowledge spoke to an online recruiter looking to make the job search and hiring process far more intuitive using Web 2.0 tools.
  • Biden, other Delawareans to salute Gov. Minner Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 9:02AMDOVER, Del. — Vice president-elect Joe Biden joined more than 500 other Delawareans Monday evening for a tribute to Democratic Gov. Ruth Ann Minner, who leaves office later this month after 34 years in state government.
  • National Park Service, Humana Partner to Introduce Bike Share Program for National Park Service Employees in ... Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 9:02AM WASHINGTON----A new program designed to allow National Park Service employees to put aside a government car for use of a bicycle launches today, affording NPS staff an opportunity to use an alternative transportation method and a chance to help reduce auto emissions.
  • Microsoft Sponsors Response Point Solution Seminar at ITEXPO EAST 2009 in Miami Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 9:02AM NORWALK, Conn.----Technology Marketing Corporation and Microsoft Corporation today announced that Microsoft is sponsoring a free multi-session Response Point Seminar at TMC’s ITEXPO East 2009, taking place February 2-4, 2009, at the Miami Beach Convention Center.
  • School Choice International Launches Educational Web-Tool for Families Relocating Globally Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 9:00AMRelocating, expatriating and repatriating families now have a cost-effective, web-based resource to understand and compare educational systems across the globe. Global Education Explorer™, developed by premiere global educational consulting firm School Choice International, enables corporations, relocation services and parents to quickly compare curriculum, assessments and customs ...
  • Wintersong Workshop Offers Scholarships To Area High School Juniors And Seniors Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 6:06PMThe WinterSong Songwriters Workshop is offering full and partial scholarships for area high school seniors and juniors who reside in the following counties: Hamilton, Bradley, and Polk in Tennessee; and Catoosa, Gordon, Murray, and Whitfield, in Georgia.
  • TTSL, Quippo merge tower biz, create Rs 13k-cr entity Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 6:01PMTelecom service provider Tata Teleservices (TTSL) today merged its infrastructure business with independent infrastructure equipment rental company Quippo Telecom Infrastructure (QTIL) to form the country’s largest independently managed tower company with an enterprise valuation of Rs 13,000 crore.
  • Food City opens new Piney Flats location Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:55PMFood City opened its 100th store in October and hasn’t looked back, with a new Piney Flats store opening Wednesday marking store number 102. The Abingdon, Va.-based company announced plans for the store, located at U.S. Highway 11-E and Allison Road, in mid-2007.
  • Ex-eBay CEO to run for Calif. governor Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:54PM Former eBay Inc. chief executive Meg Whitman plans to run for governor of California, a person with knowledge of her political aspirations said Monday.
  • Mumbai attacks have links to Pakistan: Boucher Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 5:50PMISLAMABAD (January 06 2009): US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Richard Boucher on Monday said that Mumbai attacks have links to Pakistan or it leads to Pakistan soil.
  • Nigeria: NLC Warns Against Increase in Petroleum Prices in 2009 Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:25AMThe Nigeria Labour Congress has warned the federal government that it would not tolerate any increase in the prices of petroleum products this year even as it called on governments to put a stop to any form of employees lay-off and focus on creating job opportunities.
  • Top 9 security predictions for 2009 Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:19AMNew year will see high demand for multi-function appliances, with adoption of 3G and Web 2.0 introducing new security vulnerabilities, says Fortinet. Compare your salary Use the IT salary benchmark wizard and know the average salary differences between different job functions. Join activeTechPros. http://www.activetechpros.com
  • Byrraju Foundation chief bats for Raju Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:17AMSatyam Computers Chairman Ramalinga Raju may be facing a crisis in his workplace but Jacob Verghese, the man heading the 1,200- strong Byrraju Foundation, one of the four philanthropic foundations run by the Raju family, has come out strongly in support of Raju, calling him “a visionary social entrepreneur beyond compare”, a man who, according to him, was so particular about corporate ethics ...
  • Blu-ray?s Fuzzy Future Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:17AMThe demise of the HD DVD video disc format appeared to hand the future of home entertainment to Blu-ray, but struggles continue.
  • Steamboat briefs for Jan. 5 Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:17AMOrganic food delivery to donate funds to LIFT-UP
  • Tri-Cities seeing growth in its future Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:16AMPETERSBURG — The new year will mark the beginning of great changes in the Tri-Cities with two major economic engines — Fort Lee and Rolls-Royce — in varying stages of construction.
  • First male executive director for YWCA Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:16AMNEWBURYPORT and mdash; The YWCA of Greater Newburyport has appointed its first male executive director in its 125-year history. John Feehan, who has spent the past nine years at an anti-poverty nonprofit in Lynn, brings more than 20 years of non-profit leadership experience to the local agency, whose stated mission is "eliminating racism, empowering women" in the community.
  • 9 new SEZ proposals despite slowdown Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 3:14AMThe government has received nine fresh proposals for setting up special economic zones (SEZs) despite the industry losing appetite for investment in the tax-free enclaves on lack of business confidence in these difficult times.
  • Expansion plans Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:09PMBut major book retailers are going ahead with their expansions in spite of being hit by the lower footfalls. The sector had been witnessing steady investments with several players in the fray.
  • The Hindu Business Line : Is the Internet addictive? Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:09PMHome Page Health eWorld - Internet Is the Internet addictive? Can’t do without it? There is no denying that the Internet tops the spot in our lives today.
  • Top tips on how to handle money in 2009 Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 12:06PMMANILA, Philippines--The year 2008 has been a challenging year. Oil soared high triggering an increase in prices of commodities from rice and sugar to canned goods and bread.
  • Event to discuss maritime issues Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:48AMA TWO-DAY programme on maritime logistics will be held in Kuala Lumpur on January 17 and 18. The aim of the programme is to address key issues and challenges as well as provide the Malaysian maritime industry with strategies and solutions.
  • Mydin calls on Bank Negara to help traders Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:48AMBANK Negara Malaysia, as the regulating body for banks, should monitor the plight of traders who rely on banks for financing, says major discount retailer Mydin.
  • The right frame protects and enhances Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 11:32AMJoanne Scott, “Ice,” acrylic on canvas, at Chaney Gallery in Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts. Art on display at area galleries during January. I think I feel a little shellshocked now that the bulk of the holiday eating is done.
  • Base metals may remain volatile Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:44PMBase metals may remain volatile this week on short covering and profit booking.
  • New rules affect phone solicitors Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:33PMTo my knowledge, no law school as yet offers an advanced degree in telemarketing law. This seems an oversight, since the topic is complex, economically significant and constantly evolving.
  • Council ponders life without GREDA Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:26PM Aldermen will meet for a special work session Monday to discuss the implications of the city’s decision to terminate its contract with the Galesburg Regional Economic Development Association.
  • The Week Ahead: Jan. 4-10 Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:10PMUpcoming cultural events.
  • Rails-to-trails has big market potential Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:17AMA trail to nowhere is simply a trail with no future. Without a destination to other points of interest our trail has little traffic and no benefits for the city other than an exercise path or dog walk for local residents.
  • Unity Bank opens Brainerd branch Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 10:03AM[Unity Bank expanded to Brainerd, opening a branch on West Washington Street on the first business day of the new year.
  • Clear Lake’s Hopkins heads to All-American game in Florida Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:51AMBeing the best high school kicker in the country comes with commitments and obligations, not to mention lots of travel.
  • The Winners and Losers of the Digital Transition Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:33AMFor several years now, trend watchers and tech gurus have been assuring Americans that the digital age is upon them. This despite the fact that, according to a 2008 study by Parks Associates, 21 percent of Americans have never looked at a Web site or never sent or received an e-mail.
  • Cafe Michael Burger returns; O’Malley’s is back Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:29AMWest End eatery Cafe Michael Burger will again serve up those gourmet burgers and German fare starting today.
  • Art show raises awareness of mental illness Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:15AMIt was the first time they had displayed their artwork, and for some, the first time they had tried their hand at painting or drawing.
  • DryShips, Eagle Bulk, GM, Walter Industries: U.S. Equity Movers Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 10:36AMJan. 2 (Bloomberg) -- Shares of the following companies are having fluctuations in U.S. trading . Stock symbols are in parentheses, and prices are as of 10:55 a.m. in New York.
  • Peabody Energy Faces Potent Headwinds in 2009 Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 10:31AMThis article observes that stocks in the coal sector have been hit hard by plunging commodity prices...( Read More )
  • First things first San Carlos Apache Regional partnership council brings much needed early childhood services Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 10:29AMHow can children between birth and five be best served in the Gila Region? That question was not only answered, but children will soon benefit from much needed services and supports so they are afforded opportunities to succeed in school and life.
  • News and Features for Lake Isabella, California Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 10:27AMA variety of holiday fund-raisers happened around the valley this past Saturday, Dec. 6. The Eagles Aerie in Mt. Mesa hosted their Peddlers’ Faire, a Christmas Craft Bazaar was held at the Moose Lodge in Lake Isabella, and the Kern River Valley Woman’s Club Holiday Spectacular took place at Mountain View Baptist Church in Lake Isabella.
  • News and Features for Lake Isabella, California Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 10:26AMAnyone expecting a routine Kern Valley Healthcare District board meeting on Dec. 4 was in for a surprise. There was an unusually large public turnout, with standing room only in the hospital cafeteria.
  • City leaders expect tighter, uncertain year Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 10:25AMMany will no doubt take the time to review 2008 and look ahead to 2009 as the calendar changes from year to year and that is no doubt the case when it comes to local officials.
  • Job street set to bloom again Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 1:45AMThere is a good news for job seekers, with the companies planning to hire more than 2,50,000 new employees over the next months — making the new year a welcome change from the gloom of 2008 in the job market.
  • US universities sell executive courses in India Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 1:42AMFaced with a severe downturn at home, several US universities have now turned to India to sell their executive education programmes.
  • Busy with bridal bliss Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 1:37AMThree days after Christmas, and you may be sitting back and congratulating yourself on getting through another hectic holiday — however much fun and frolic you enjoyed with family and friends.
  • 2009 presents a golden opportunity for those who are willing to see it Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 1:36AM01 January 2009 Financial headlines did not make comforting reading as we saw off a difficult 2008 and welcomed 2009 with some trepidation as to the fiscal future.
  • Nine TV Resolutions for 2009 Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:05PMWe list some goals for the networks to work on
  • Institute prepares to unveil computer Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:04PMBUTTE - Officials at the Montana Economic Revitalization and Development Institute in Butte are preparing to unveil a state computer that the institute will "host."
  • Holiday weakest since 1970, more retail cuts seen Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:04PM Not since at least 1970 has holiday shopping in the United States posted such dismal numbers, according to data released on Tuesday that was likely to prompt retailers to curtail their business even more in 2009.