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$1,000 reward offered for information about sexual assaults Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:31PMSudbury Rainbow Crime Stoppers is offering a guaranteed $1,000 reward for tips that lead to the arrest of a man suspected of three instances of sexual assault in the Chelmsford area. On Aug. 5 and 15, three separate female victims were inappropriately touched while walking in the area.[...]
Sault Mayor John Rowswell dies after long battle with cancer Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:30PM(Sault Ste. Marie, ON) The family of Mayor John Rowswell regrets to announce his passing this morning after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Mayor John has served as the Mayor of Sault Ste.[...]
County gets big weapon to fight lead in houses Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:27PMBENTON HARBOR - It is potentially lurking in 80 percent of the houses in Berrien County.
Flood victim gives birth in graveyard in Pakistan Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:27PMJannah Soorjo was forced to give birth Tuesday in a sprawling Muslim graveyard in southern Pakistan filled with hundreds of thousands of flood victims, a reminder of the pain and despair gripping the country even as the floodwaters begin to flow out to sea.
NM proposes changes to medical cannabis Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:26PMAssociated Press - August 31, 2010 1:25 PM ET ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) - New Mexico proposes to raise fees on medical marijuana producers to bring in money to administer the program.
Guide to tell water health of Puget Sound Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:25PMAfter two years of study, the state agency charged with cleaning up Puget Sound has come up with 20 “vital signs” it will use to measure the restoration.
School employee health insurance to change Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:24PMThe Cumberland County Board of Education voted Thursday to encourage its employees to make healthier lifestyle decisions by voting to fund the ParTNers for Health insurance.
Fighting back from the brink Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:24PMAIDS, urban migration threatened village; new social, business initiatives might be salvation read more
Luke & Associates firm eyes space workers Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 12:23PMThree friends founded a company in 2004 to staff medical clinics for the government. They named their Merritt Island-based business after a famous physician, the apostle Luke.
Doctors with depression reluctant to seek help Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:50PMNational depression initiative Beyond Blue is launching a program to encourage doctors and medical students to seek help if they are suffering from depression and anxiety.
Rural sanitation a winner for Cambodia's latrine entrepreneurs Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:42PMSanitation in Cambodia's rural areas is noticeable mainly by its absence.
All area beaches safe for swimming Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:42PMHURON COUNTY — All area beaches are safe for swimming, according to test results health officials released Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons.
Long lineup waits for offering of school supplies Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:42PMThe lineup snaked through the Community Care of St. Catharines and Thorold's parking lot all the way to the North St. building's entrance Monday morning.[...]
Beaches tested Monday all safe Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:41PMHURON COUNTY — Test results health officials released Tuesday afternoon found the seven beaches tested Monday are within safe limits for swimming.
Flu Vaccines Available For Everyone Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:38PMDepartment of Health aims to prevent the spread of flu among school children and their families.
Braun happy with roof adjustment Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:30PMBraun happy with roof adjustment
Businesses' program promotes healthy habits among youth Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:28PMHealthPlus Fitness Center and Earth Fare will join efforts for the FITKids Program, a 12-week fitness and health program geared toward children between the ages of 5 and 12. The kickoff event will be Wednesday at Earth Fare in Auburn where fitness demonstrations and a dance platform will be available for children to try.
Oneida receives housing grant Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:28PMONEIDA — The city of Oneida was named the recipient of a $400,000 grant that will help residents keep their homes safe.
US grapples with bedbugs, misuse of pesticides Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:28PMA resurgence of bedbugs across the U.S. has homeowners and apartment dwellers taking desperate measures to eradicate the tenacious bloodsuckers, with some relying on dangerous outdoor pesticides and fly-by-night exterminators.
Local father and son compete in National Kidney Foundation Transplant Games Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:49PMSTONEHAM, MA - It wasn't long ago that the idea of any physical activity, let alone a competetive one, was out of reach for one Stoneham resident. But times change.
New Alcohol Abuse Program for Soldiers Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:47PMThe Mountain Post is making a big push to help soldiers that are struggling with alcohol and other pressing issues.
Keeping parents' 'helicopters' grounded during college Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:44PMMany schools are holding orientations for anxious mothers and fathers of freshmen, attempting to teach them a lesson not contained in any traditional curriculum: Let go. The UCLA meeting hall was standing room only as campus psychologist Susan Bakota delivered a message to about 150 parents gathered at an orientation session designed just for them.
22,706 Gulf nationals own property in UAE Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:43PMThe Ministry of Finance (MoF) has released statistical data for 2009 related to the Gulf Common Market (GCM) which proves that the UAE is at the forefront of GCC countries in GCM integration.
Rugged road awaits Lions Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:40PMFor Nittany Nation as for the American one, this feels like a year of diminished expectations.Beginning with the watershed 2005 season, Penn State's football team has averaged more than 10 wins a year, won or shared two Big Ten Conference titles, and won four bowl games in five tries.Who's d...
• Business roundup: Luncheon with the governor Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:36PMSalisbury businesswoman Traci Williams, who owns Crescent Construction Services, was invited to a luncheon hosted by Gov. Beverly Perdue for female company presidents. Williams sits on the Greater Womenâs Business Council. Thrivent honors Salisb ...
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Marietta may fund its own health clinic Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:33PMMARIETTA - The City of Marietta is moving to open a health clinic for its employees and their dependents, and believes it will save the city money in the long-run. Employees and their dependents wo...
Joy of a holistic workout Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:32PMHolistic fitness is the concept of exercising to connect body, mind and soul in a way unlike any other form of workout. It is for those who choose to live a more balanced lifestyle.
Take charge of yourself Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:36AMThe province's free medication review has recently expanded to include a larger segment of the population.[...]
Katrina rebuilding spotty Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:35AMNEW ORLEANS - 27% of New Orleans homes vacant
Medicare Expands Coverage To Help Smokers Quit Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:34AMThey've lived with the health warnings about smoking for much of their lives and doubtless seen the ill effects on friends, relatives and even themselves, yet about 4.5 million older people in the U.S. keep on lighting up.
Patty continues long,slow road to recovery at National Marine Life Center Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:32AM Things continue to look up for Patty as she makes a slow recovery from the brink of death at the National Marine Life Center (NMLC). The diamondback terrapin turtle was brought to the NMLC in March 2009 after having been cold stunned by the frigid temperatures of winter water. At the time, she was immobilized by shock, blinded by burst blood vessels in her eyes, and her rear legs were ...
Eight Democrats seek District 9 seat on Cuyahoga County Council Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:30AMVoters in District 9 of the newly-created Cuyahoga County Council will head to the polls Sept. 7 to narrow the field of candidates for the seat.
Passing on wisdom Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:27AMST. GEORGE — Grandma Margaret, who has never in her lifetime had a driver’s license, walks every morning the few blocks from her home to Dixie Sun Elementary.
Hospital wants out of non-emergency NC inmate care Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:26AMRALEIGH, N.C. (AP) - A hospital says it will quit providing non-emergency care for North Carolina prison inmates because of the cost and hassle of dealing with those patients.
Program teaches children how to 'gamble safely' Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:25AMSitting in a circle, the kids have been told to take a piece of paper and write the name of a "thing" important to them. An object in their bedroom, their school locker or their closet. Something that belongs to them alone.[...]
Slang is common at breast cancer events Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:21AMSlang is common at breast cancer events
Medicare expands coverage to help smokers quit Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 11:18AMWASHINGTON — Even though they've lived with the health warnings much of their lives and doubtless seen the ill effects on friends, relatives and even themselves, about 4.5 million older Americans continue to smoke.
Whippanyâs Lisa Didow named Udall Scholar at college Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 7:12PMHANOVER TWP.- Lisa Marie Didow of Whippany has been named a Morris K. Udall Scholar for 2010 at Seton Hall University in South Orange, where she is a senior.
Arthritis program is offered Wednesdays in Hanover Township Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 7:11PMHANOVER TWP. – The East Hanover Health Department and the Roseland Board of Health, along with the North Jersey Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation, will offer the Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program from 11 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays at the Tom Rinaldi Recreation Building beginning Sept. 22 and continuing for eight weeks.
Tea party protests library's rising taxes Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 7:11PMThe Northern Kentucky Tea Party is questioning the Kenton County Public Library's tax increases over the last few years.
Brandywine to begin school year Sept. 7 Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 7:09PMPosted 8 minutes ago at 8:00 pm. First day of school for all Brandywine Community Schools students in kindergarten through grade 12 will be Tuesday, Sept. 7 with a regular full-day schedule for grades 7 through 12 and a half-day for grades K through 6.
Strasburg on 'whirlwind' season Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 7:04PMNationals Journal | Phenom talks just hours after team announces he needs surgery and will be out 12-18 months. » Adam Kilgore Washington Nationals - Stephen Strasburg - Medicine - Surgery - Health
A tuition math tutorial: Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 7:01PMA tuition math tutorial:
U.S. Rethinks How It Might Engage North Korea Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:58PMThe Obama administration has concluded that pressure alone will not be enough to move North Korea’s ailing, reclusive dictator.
Ninth annual fair addresses seniors’ needs Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:54PMThose with questions about senior needs will have an opportunity to learn more when Seniors Inc. Home Care hosts its ninth annual Fremont County Senior Fair from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Evangelical Free Church at 3000 E. Main St.
Helen Haven A Haven Of Independence Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:51PMSTANLEY — Derek* sits on a chocolate couch, rocking back and forth while laughing at the animated television series Scooby-Doo. The goofy cartoon dog's antics send him into a fit of giggles. Sarah* pads down the stairs to join Derek. She has just finished tidying her colorful but dimly lit room, a personal space covered with latch-
Fall Film Preview: Sharpen your eyeballs, class Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 6:47PMHurray! It’s back to school for moviegoers after a lame summer at the multiplex
Carter leaves NKorea with freed American Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 2:57AMFormer US president Jimmy Carter has flown out of N.Korea after securing the release of an American citizen and a pledge from Pyongyang on crucial talks.
Business news: Human Support Services recognizes employees Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 2:56AMGOVERNMENT - More than 25,000 people across the state are now working through the Put Illinois to Work Program, launched in April. The federally funded subsidized employment program is helping low-income residents gain skills that will strengthen their employability.