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New Year update from the London Network
Welcome to this new electronic newsletter which I hope you enjoy and find useful. This coincides with the launch of the new website and Timebanking UK's new thinking about timebanking. You will see that in this newsletter we have introduced a 'Requests' and 'Offers' section for those of you who have time bank members (or Brokers) who have good ideas to bring people together to raise funds or to share resources, incentives and ideas.
We still want to hear individual stories from time banks too, so please send us a few lines with a photo so we can tell everyone about the great things happening across the Capital.
You will also see the latest list of London timebanking borough networks that are now in existence. The London time bank network wants to assist in the support and development of these networks and new ones across London, so if you would like to set up a meeting with other time banks in your locality, let us know and we can help co-ordinate things.
Timebanking in London is growing rapidly and it would not be as successful as it is without the fantastic relationship between the time banks. The London network holds regular meetings to encourage Brokers and others to get together to share experiences and to support each other. We are very lucky to be able to do this and our generous funders City Bridge are to thank for giving us the resources to do so.
Let me know if you have anything to put into the next newsletter, or if there is anything that you would like to see that is not here.
Sarah Bird
Borough timebanking networks
We have timebanking networks happening in the following boroughs:
- Camden x 8 time banks
- Islington x 9 time banks
- Lewisham x 6 time banks
- Lambeth x 3 time banks
- Tower Hamlets x 3 time banks
- Hackney x 4 time banks
- Westminster x 7 time banks
Although we cover 21 London boroughs, these are the first formal timebanking networks. Timebanking UK hopes to support the development of other borough networks over the coming months.
To date there are 62 time banks in London and 268 in the country.
Latest views on themes for the London network hub meetings and training topics
At each hub meeting of London time banks we want to hear from you about topics for the meetings and what you want to gain from being part of the network. Latest suggestions for topics at the meetings are:
- Getting businesses and organisations to join the time bank
- Working across the network (inter-time bank working)
- Sustainabilitiy
- Involving people with disabilities
Ideas for training:
- Managing risk and safeguarding
- Promoting time banking
- Project management
London time banks see the network as a way of sharing ideas and information, feeling supported and sharing new ways of working. If you have an idea for a theme or training topic then let us know by leaving a comment below.
Timebanking Insurance Update
Zurich branch Tennyson are now offering 5% discount on any timebanking insurance and another 5% to go to Timebanking UK to support timebanking on a national scale. This will begin in 2012.
Challenge Wales and their 72 foot racing yacht
Challenge Wales met Timebanking UK in Cardiff and expressed an interest in working together. They own a 72 foot round-the-world racing yacht which they hire out for adults and young people aged 12 – 25 years to develop personal and social skills such as teambuilding, communication, respect for others, responsibility in a positive can-do environment.
Up to 12 people can take part in this experience at the same time, which is usually made up of 10 young people and two group leaders. Six Challenge Wales crew will be onboard to show you the ropes and give everyone the chance to sail the boat.
Sailing on Challenge Wales is available from 1 day up to 5 days and in some cases longer depending on the requirements of the group. The longer the trip the more opportunities there are to explore islands and in some cases cross the Irish Sea. In June 2012 we are looking at plans to be in London for the first time. Most of the time we are based near Cardiff Bay, South Wales but ports we have sailed from including, Bristol, Swansea, Portishead, Milford Haven, Southampton, Holyhead, Pwllheli and on longer trips we may visit some of these areas.
On longer voyages the group will get involved in cooking for all onboard, including crew and night sailing opportunities sometimes exist on some of our trips.
If you would like to know more about the costs involved, contact Vicky Williams, Challenge Wales, Tel: 029 21 25 10 40 or email email@example.com
Greetings from Slovokia
Silvia Augustinova contacted us a couple of months ago. She is an ex-EVS volunteer in Russia, where she heard about timebanking and liked it very much. She wants to establish a time bank in Slovakia and has asked for help and guidance from Timebanking UK.
If you would like to get in touch with Siliva, please email her on email@example.com
Happy New Year from one of the Jerusalem Time Banks!
Gideon Broide contacted Timebanking UK in December 2011 with a request to meeting some of the London time banks as he was going to be spending Christmas here. Kaaren Morris of Broadway Time Bank was the first to meet him at the end of December. She put him in touch with a handful of other London time banks and he sent a message to us saying: "I was indeed lucky to have met Kaaren, Peter Roberts and Jonies Hentry. I was sorry not to have met Philippe, who, I understand, is one of the leading figures in London Time Banks. I know now for certain that I have a lot to learn from time banks in the UK. I have a feeling that my next trip to London will be just for meeting Time Banks in action and absorb as much as I can. Thank you all so much and best wishes for 2012!"
Kaaren Morris said: "It was so amazing for me to meet a kindred spirit! Someone who is passionate about setting up time banks in challenging environments! He says time banking is a way of life and he told me about some incredible time banks that are working in the ultra orthodox Jewish community set up by women! For me he is a significant link for developing a time bank in Jaffa (a neighbourhood that is very mixed). I have put him in touch with an Israeli friend who is interested in helping develop a time bank in this area.
The other incredible fact was that his father went to Summer Hill school in the 30s, my neighbour who is an Upper Street Time Bank Member worked at the school in Suffolk for 5 years so I introduced them and they spent a couple of hours talking non stop about the school and it was a joy to see them both enraptured with the history of this amazing school which recognises children's skills outside the conventional school system. His mother went to a Steiner school in Germany before she moved to Israel and met his father, and therefore he said he is the product of their type of education."
Time Bank Offers:
Sponsored walk to raise funds
Kirsty Burns of Caledonian Road Time Bank in Islington has suggested a sponsored walk along either the Thames – or from time bank to time bank (i.e. all around London if practical – would need to study a map for a while to check the logistics of this) to raise much needed funds. Interested?
Get in touch with Kirsty by emailing her on email@example.com
Kirsty is also happy to film other time banks if a mutually suitable timings can be agreed. She says "Mondays/Wednesdays tend to work best but I may do weekends too. I'd particularly like to work with those in neighbouring areas I can easily reach on foot (maybe I could do the sponsored walk at the same time!)."
Time Bank Requests:
Event opportunities
Kaaren Morris is the Broker of the Broadway time bank who prioritisies the involvement of people who are homeless. They have a couple of clients who are setting up their own business, one in particular who wants to sell her organic home made face creams at a market stall or christmas fare or anything like that. She had an event booked but it turned out the cost was £30 for the stall and she is unwaged.
We would like to know of any events coming up in London where people can run stalls selling gifts etc or health products that she could set up. She does demonstrations also.If you can offer an opportunity, please contact Kaaren Morris, New Projects Developer, Broadway on t:020 7428 2182 or email email@example.com
Training and Meeting Dates for your Diary
All training places MUST be booked in advance with Sarah Bird (email@example.com)
- 17 January – Broker support meeting at Castlehaven TB, Camden from 12 noon to 2pm – bring your lunch! (A chance to share worries and concerns and to help other time bank Brokers who may need some advice. These meetings are held quarterly at different time banks across London to offer a confidential space in which established time bank Brokers can talk to others.)
- 31 January – Time Bank Broker safety training at Stratford, 44, Broadway, Stratford, London, E15 1XH, from 10am to 4.30pm with Peter Bates of NDTi (If you are a time bank Broker and would like to know how to deal with difficult situations, then this training is for you. We discuss real scenarios to find out how you can keep a professional boundary between you and your time bank members when sometimes relationships can become a little 'blurred'.)
- 8 February – Monitoring and Evaluating your time bank at London Early Years Foundation, Marsham Street, Westminster with Ruth Naughton-Doe of Bristol University (If you want to be able to show the impact your time bank is having on the local community and the time bank members, then this all day training session is for you – exact times will be confirmed. Ruth has delivered several of these timebanking specific training sessions sharing her vast knowledge of research, stats and reports on timebanking)
- 17 February – Quarterly meeting for all London time banks, Tower Hamlets – this time kindly hosted by Toynbee Hall (Time Tokens) time bank. 12 noon to 3pm with lunch provided.
Don't forget that we want news stories, events and opportunities for the London network of time banks to read about and get involved in, so send us your thoughts and experiences soon!


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SPOKANE, WA – No-Li Brewhouse lands international acclaim at the 2012 European Beer Star Competition, what some call the Great American Beer Festival of Europe, with a bronze for its Crystal Bitter.
No-Li spans the globe in reaching international beer enthusiasts and racks up its 6th medal in as many weeks. On the heels of the 2012 Great American Beer Festival, 2012 Japan International Beer Competition, and 2012 Brussels International Beer Competition No-Li Crystal Bitter, Silent Treatment Pale and Born & Raised IPA have swiftly become internationally recognized and award-winning craft beers that are literally hand-made and brewed in Spokane, Wash.
"There may be easier ways to move bags of malt, brew and cellar small batches of beer, but we still prefer a very hands-on approach," said Mark Irvin, co-founder and brew master. "I know it makes a difference in the beer. We are rooted in the art and science of beer making, and it's an honor that we are not only welcomed locally, but also recognized with medals from the most prestigious beer competitions from around the world."
No-Li produces 22-ounce bottles as well as draft brands in four styles: Silent Treatment Pale, Born & Raised IPA, Crystal Bitter and Jet Star Imperial IPA. Brewing experimentation and whacked creativity are at work via continuous innovation in new styles with the release of Winter Warmer this week, Jet Star Imperial IPA a recent addition, and Wrecking Ball Imperial Stout, to give No-Li fans some January love.
For more information, visit www.nolibrewhouse.com.

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Coaching License Applications
IMPORTANT INFORMATIONYou can now acquire your coaching license for either a one (1) or two (2) year period, however if you have both a road and BMX license, both licenses must be for the same term. Therefore, if you apply for a one year road license, your BMX license must also be a one year license. You cannot have a one year road licenses and a two year BMX license, or vice versa.
With all licenses (regardless of term), any background check which expires during the term of the coaching license, the coach will have 30 days to renew the background check. Any coach who does not bring his/her background check current during the 30 day period will have their coaching license suspended until the background check is brought current.
Regardless of the term you choose, you must submit a Coaching License Application at the end of the term to renew your license, in addition to submitting your CEU Summary Report Form and having a current background check. A Coaching License Application will not be processed without the signed Media Consent and Acknowledgement of Risk waivers. Failure to submit these documents will result in a coaching license not being issued. There are no exceptions. Even if you signed these waivers for your racing license, USA Cycling needs the signed form for the coaching license as well.
All Coaching License applications, forms and waivers can be faxed or scanned to 719.434.3262 or email@example.com. When emailing the documents, please enter "2017 Coaching License App" in the subject line.
If you are seeking your coaching license for the first time and have not ordered the level 3 coach materials, you need to do this before completing the coaching license application. For more information, please see Steps to Becoming a Coach.
Liability insurance is only available to USA Cycling licensed coaches; if you are not current with your license, you are not eligible for the liability insurance program. Please note: send the liability insurance application directly to the insurance company, do NOT send to USA Cycling.
You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader 6.0 or higher (newer) installed on your computer to download the following forms. If you do not have the Adobe Acrobat Reader you can download it here. If you are still having trouble you may need to clear your browser cache — see the browser help for how to accomplish this task.
- USA Cycling Coaching License Application
- BMX Coaching License Application
- Optional Coaches Liability Insurance Application
Mailing AddressAttention: Coaching Education
210 USA Cycling Point
Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Main USA Cycling number is 719.434.4200.
Direct phone number for Coaching Education is 719.434.4224.
Fax for Coaching Education is 719.434.4325
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Japan Sweeps Asian Championships
03/05/08 - Japan swept mens and womens gold at this years ASTC Asian Championships in Guanzhou, China. Ai Ueda won the womens crown while Ryosuke Yamamoto took the mens title in a stunning upset over Kazakh Daniil... |Full Story
Asian Championships Preview
30/04/08 - This weekend Guanzhou, China will host the 2008 ASTC Triathlon Asian Championships on Saturday, May 3rd. The 2008 championships hold coveted automatic Olympic qualification spots for the countries of the... |Full Story
Asian Championships date change
14/01/08 - The 2008 Asian Triathlon Championships will be moved to May 2-3 instead of April 19-20 but will remain in Guanzhou, China. The decision was made at the recent meeting of the Asian Triathlon Confederation... |Full Story


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What Would Our Founders Say About Elections Today?
On 03.05.12 11:00 AM posted by David Weinberger
With Super Tuesday coming up, Americans are reflecting on the Republican presidential campaign: Has the fighting among candidates been normal? Is the presidential campaign process too long? How important are debates? Reflecting on these questions can be put into better context by looking at the evolution of the presidential selection process.
Since the early 20th century, it has been democratized, erasing many of the systemic checks on statesmanship. This change*seems to have*fueled demagoguery and empowered the executive branch, centralizing political power, which our Founders intended to guard against. Strengthening political parties may offer protection against such behavior.
The Founders Concept of Presidential Selection
The Founders knew that both personal ambition and demagoguery are dangerous in an executive if left uncontrolled. Personal ambition diminishes wise decision making and tends toward infringement of others rights. Demagoguery arises from popular leadership, or leadership driven primarily by public opinion, and undermines the prudence of statesmanship. Consequently, the founding generation attempted to create an electoral process that would prevent both.
The Constitution provided one check through the electoral system, by stipulating that presidential electors are to be chosen by state legislatures rather than directly by the people. Before the 17th Amendment in 1913, Senators were also elected in this manner. The purpose in both cases was to add a moderating layer between the people and the officials they elected. The protective layer not only filtered out extreme and impulsive public passions, but expanded the electoral base, requiring that any aspirant be acceptable to all regions.
Another check was the balance of power divided by three co-equal branches of government: executive, legislative, and judicial. Congress, which represents the people in the House of Representatives and the states in the Senate, provides a counterweight to the executive.
However, there was an additional procedure the Founders exercised in selecting presidential candidates that they incorrectly anticipated would continue. In the early years of the republic, candidates were selected informally by the consent of elected officials at the time. In addition to public service and character, selection was based upon adherence to principle, not necessarily on stance on or advocacy of a particular issue. Through this process, George Washington was unanimously selected to be the first President.
Martin Van Burens Solution
The selection system held decently well for the founding generation (albeit Thomas Jeffersons election in 1801 broke with the tradition in some respects). But by the 1820s, it was clear the system was coming apart. Few possessed the leadership and awe of the founding generation, and situations were arising where Presidents were being elected by the House (1801 and 1824), as no candidate received a majority through normal electoral channels. A new mechanism was needed to ensure statesmanship and to avoid contests going to the House.
Martin Van Buren aggressively advocated for vibrant political parties to be that mechanism. Although parties had been around since the beginning, they were relatively weak. Strong ones delineated principles and platforms from which presidential candidates could be drawn.
Furthermore, they served as a buffer to both demagoguery and personal ambition: A candidate had to prove himself a worthy statesman and adhere to party principles before the party selected him for candidacy. If a candidate wanted to appeal to the public on an issue, he had to first negotiate with party leaders to receive their support, or else the party could abandon him.
Progressives Democratize the System
Woodrow Wilson, who became President in 1913, had an entirely different concept of the presidency. He argued that the Constitution is not a mere lawyers' document: it is a vehicle of life, and its spirit is always the spirit of the age. In other words, he said the Constitution is not absolute, but pliable to the zeitgeist of public opinion.
He believed a political party should be built around a visionary executive rather than an executive be built around a political party, and that the election process needed to be more democratic to truly represent the will of the people. In this progressive tradition, receiving a popular mandate from the people would allow a President to enact sweeping changes that the people wanted.
In addition to the 17th Amendment, which allowed Senators to be directly elected by the people, Wilson pushed for nationwide presidential primaries, where candidates appealed directly to the public. This undid many of the checks within the system.
Once primaries caught on, Wilsons goal was achieved: The President received a popular mandate from the American public to implement a policy agenda. The visionary executive became connected to the powerful centralizing figure of the modern state.*The change in the process thus undermined principled statesmanship by urging candidates to win public opinion.
This tradition has more or less continued through today. Vigorous campaigning and debating provide a public spotlight for candidates to present issues, demagogue, and engage in public flattery, all to win public opinion and receive endorsement for their policy agenda. Its not surprising, then, that the Republican candidates have taken full advantage of this process.
One possible way to moderate these behaviors may be to re-strengthen political parties. Doing so may help shape ideas and principles as well as develop candidates for office, as parties did in earlier years.
In sum, progressive thought starting in the early 20th century democratized the electoral system, thereby encouraging presidential aspirants to demagogue to win public opinion. This has increasingly driven candidates into the public spotlight, which partly explains the process weve witnessed in the Republican camp today. The deeper lesson is that democratization of the electoral process has deteriorated a check on presidential statesmanship. Strengthening political parties may moderate demagoguery and elevate statesmanship once again.
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TLE Series UPS
TLE Series UPS
The new TLE Series UPS (160 to 1500 kW) is an innovative UPS combining high reliability, high efficiency and high power. The perfect blend of smart software, diagnostics and real-time multi-mode energy savings.
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- Up to 97% premium protection mode (double conversion)
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- Less than 5% Input Current Harmonic Distortion
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- Small footprint
- Front access only design for maintenance
- "Cable saver" design to allow +/- 25% differential of cable lengths between UPS modules and the output parallel bus
High Reliability
Reliability is inherent in our UPS technology. Our customers want the highest level of reliability so we developed a redundant-parallel system, known as RPA (Redundant Parallel Architecture).
All the inverters equally share the load along with the bypass functions. Two or more equal power units can be paralleled to increase the output power (paralleling for capacity) or to improve the overall reliability of an UPS system (paralleling for n+1 redundancy). The outputs of parallel units are connected to a common power bus, and in normal operation the units connected on the parallel bus share the load equally. The modular concept of TLE Series allows parallel operation of up to 6 units, without using paralleling switchgear, external bypass circuits or common control circuitry.
High Efficiency
Energy consumption is a critical issue for IT organizations as their data center energy demands continue to grow. TLE series with ultra-high efficiency in double conversion mode provides significant life cycle cost savings for the data center industry.
GE's eBoost provides UPS modules with high efficiency and fast power transfers. It allows a bypass of the power conversion process under normal power system conditions, which in turn saves energy. This "multi-mode" energy efficient operating mode for UPS is included in the Green Grid Data Center Maturity Model as a recommendation for improving data center energy efficiency.
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The TLE will be CE certified from 160 - 1.2 MW and ETL certified from 250 - 1.5 MW. This product is optimized for an electrical environment with a Unity (1.0) Output Power Factor, High (0.99) Input Power Factor, and less than 5% Input Current Harmonic Distortion. With 250kVA power blocks, the system can be easily expanded for higher capacity and redundancy.


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Archive for the 'News' Category
Report of car break-in at French Lake Off Leash Dog Park
At about 2:35PM on Sunday afternoon a car alarm was heard to go off in the parking lot at French Lake Park. A Park Pals officer who happened to be in the park immediately rushed to the parking lot and found a late model 4 door gray Saab automobile with the back window smashed. He saw a white, 2 door small SUV, possibly a Ford Explorer, speed out of the park. A young woman patron was a witness to the crime, and managed to get a picture on her cell phone of the white car and the driver. She described the driver as a young black male, wearing a white tank top, who threatened her with a hand gesture as he sped away.
FW Police were called and two officers in two police cars arrived within minutes. The owners of the Saab were located and were interviewed by officers Wilson and Mitsuyama. The victims were quite shaken by this experience on their first visit to the park. They did acknowledge that they had seen and read the new police posted signs that warned against leaving valuables in the cars.
The witness reported that she saw the criminal observing the two occupants of the Saab as they secured their purses in the back of the Saab, and then saw the criminal smash out the back window and grab the purses before driving out of the park at high speed.
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"Halp!" Mammoth schools in math, science crisis
The news is dismal.
American kids are terrible at science and math—17th and 25th respectively—out of 65 countries tested in 2011.
And while Mammoth students fare better overall, it is not always by much. That fact has prompted John Stavlo, a retired engineer and a school board member, to do something.
He was sparked by a community forum in late May that identified accelerating Mammoth Unified student performance in math and science as one of the district's highest priorities over the next five years. At that time, Stavlo and a few fellow scientists and retired scientists from some of the country's most prestigious companies sprang into action.
For the past few months, they have quietly been getting together to talk about how to change the trend.
"The only way to compete in a technologically complex global economy is to bring more students into math and science competence," he said. "In second grade, 50 percent of the students are proficient. By fifth grade, that number dropped to 30 percent. We are losing students during these years and once that happens, it gets harder to catch up. It's imperative we change this if we want to compete in a global economy."
How does one help competent and good math and science teachers who have been outflanked by bigger classes and fewer staff after several years of budget cuts?
How does one identify who needs help and why he or she needs help?
How does one challenge the students who are already proficient and still help students who are struggling?
Most of all, how does one do all this and not spend any money, since none is available?
The answer: tap into available community resources.
John Stavlo retired from an aerospace engineering career. He has lived in Mammoth long enough to know there are a lot of people like him—highly proficient in the sciences and math—with the time and energy to help others.
Those same people are working with the school's principals and teachers and taking their expertise directly to the students in the form of volunteer classroom help, tutoring, and conducting seminars.
"We would like to really put this into gear this fall," Stavlo said. "But we are still looking for more volunteers. Local residents such as Roger Smith, a former NASA test pilot, Hank Garrison, an aerospace engineer who was instrumental in creating the stealth bomber technology, and Don Zelany, a former farmer who found science and became a physicist working on missile technology, are already on board."
But more help is needed.
"We are hoping the scientific community will contact us and get involved," he said.
And you don't have to hold a Ph.D to help. Elementary students may only need someone who is competent in basic math. Someone who took college-level science classes may tutor middle school students. There is enough variety in student needs to match almost every level of science or math expertise, Stavlo said.
"We are looking for anyone who has a background in any of these areas and who feels that with some outside review on their part, they would be able to help students with science projects, field trips, tutoring, after hours enrichment programs, math drills, and helping to bridge the gap created during the summer when students can forget as much as five weeks to several months of skills they learned last year."
"How do we do more with less? That is always the question now," said MUSD superintendent Rich Boccia.
"John is tapping into what we already have," Boccia said. "People like Dr. Mike Karch and Dr. Mary Bassler have already signed on to give talks to the students, to show them how and inspire them to become doctors or medical technicians. Others are signing on to work in the classroom, others to do after school tutoring and teaching.
"Mammoth is rich in scientific expertise. I think when people know we need help, they will be willing and happy to get involved."


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Criticism of President Obama is now coming from all corners because … well because his poor performance in just about every field, both foreign and domestic, can no longer be denied. The latest blast comes from a former journalistic fangirl who apparently has seen enough. Using baseball as her analogy, Maureen Dowd takes Obama to the woodshed:
An American president should never say, as you did Monday in Manila when you got frustrated in a press conference with the Philippine president: "You hit singles; you hit doubles. Every once in a while, we may be able to hit a home run."
Especially now that we have this scary World War III vibe with the Russians, we expect the president, especially one who ran as Babe Ruth, to hit home runs.
In the immortal words of Earl Weaver, the Hall of Famer who managed the Baltimore Orioles: "The key to winning baseball games is pitching, fundamentals, and three-run homers." A singles hitter doesn't scare anybody.
It doesn't feel like leadership. It doesn't feel like you're in command of your world.
How can we accept these reduced expectations and truculent passivity from the man who offered himself up as the moral beacon of the world, even before he was elected?
Of course, the answer to all of these questions really fall back on the person asking them – what did she expect from a man who'd never really done anything in his life – whose entire adult life was spent running for the next office? How did an experienced and supposedly rational person like herself fall so completely for the "expectations"? The point of course is Dowd, like many on the left, is finally expressing a case of buyer's remorse because they didn't do their due diligence and check out the background and accomplishments – or lack thereof- of the candidate in question. They allowed themselves to be caught up in the hype and hyperbole. They "'believed".
Their belief was based in fantasy, not reality. They fell for the "hope and change" scam.
The result has been a man who has, in his two terms in office, diminished the office and the nation's stature in the world. He's become someone who few in the world respect and certainly don't fear. And that is all the wolves of the world need to bite off a chunk of their liking. See the Ukraine for instance. Meanwhile in the middle east, Egypt is buying aircraft from the Russians, Saudi Arabia is buying missiles from the Chinese and our relations with Israel are likely at their lowest point since Israel's founding.
Dowd is a little late to the party. But it is notable that she's finally arrived. I assume this is some sort of an attempt to salvage whatever journalistic integrity her former fandom has cost her.
However, Dowd hints at one very important point that is likely what she really believes but just can't bring herself to say yet – Obama isn't even much of a singles hitter. "Strike out King" would be a better title.


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Code Enforcement
The City of Santa Clara operates in compliance with hundreds of written codes that are designed to maintain a healthy, safe and clean environment, carry out land use policy, and preserve the quality of life standards that residents and businesses enjoy in our community.
There are many types of codes: City Codes, Fire Codes, Uniform Building Codes, Uniform Housing Codes, Zoning Ordinances, Vehicle Codes and Penal Codes. Code enforcement is a responsibility shared by staff of several departments in the City of Santa Clara. To be effective and efficient, code enforcement also needs the cooperation of residents and businesses.
Because there are so many codes - many involving complex technical or legal issues - residents frequently have questions about code enforcement and their role in making Santa Clara a better place to live and work. The following information will answer the most frequently asked questions about code enforcement in our community.
How are codes enforced?
The code enforcement process is typically initiated in several ways: 1) observation of a code violation by City staff as they patrol the community and do their jobs; 2) as a consequence of an action (for example, an application for a building permit or a request for a zoning variance); or 3) in response to a complaint by an individual.
The City relies on residents to help identify possible code violations, particularly in these areas:
- Illegal signs such as advertising flyers
- Graffiti on public or private property
- Shopping carts on streets, sidewalks, etc.
- Illegal dumping of garbage and debris
- Abandoned and/or inoperable vehicles
- Illegal dumping of oils, and other hazardous materials, into storm drains
- Overgrown foliage blocking stop signs, impeding sight of driveways, or making corners dangerous
- Large commercial vehicles (semi's) parked in residential neighborhoods
- Residential businesses causing traffic/noise problems
How do I notify the City about a possible code violation?
A complaint about a possible code violation is made by letter, telephone, email, or in person to the appropriate City department. [see left hand side of this page for Contact Information, listed under Code Enforcement tab] In an average year, the City receives several thousand complaints related to possible code enforcement violations.
Please be prepared with specific information, such as the address of the property, detailed description of the situation, and the length of time you have observed the situation. Complaints may be made anonymously (however, this may restrict the City's ability to follow-up on the complaint or our ability to obtain additional details which might assist in resolving the situation). Information leading to the identity and apprehension of a person who defaces any building or property with graffiti in the City of Santa Clara may qualify for a monetary reward through the City's Graffiti Watch program.
What is the procedure for following up on possible code violations?
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You know the BMW you want. Now discover the best way to get you in the driving seat. BMW Financial Services offers a range of finance and insurance solutions that give you the flexibility to find a solution that works best for you.
BMW Financial Services offers you a choice of car finance options, whether you want the option to own the car at the end of the agreement or just lease it.
This is our most popular car finance product which allows you to keep your options open, so you can decide what you want to do with your BMW when your finance ends.
BMW Hire Purchase is a simple and straightforward way to finance your BMW if you're interested in owning your car at the end of your finance agreement, and with no mileage restrictions.
Prefer the idea of just hiring a BMW? BMW Contract Hire could be the solution for you. BMW Contract Hire allows you to drive the BMW you want without having the worries of owning one. Not available with BMW Approved Used vehicles.
Offering you the opportunity to pay a significant deposit with low monthly payments and the choice of three options at the end of your agreement, with 0% APR Representative. BMW Divide is available for selected 7 Series, 8 Series, BMW M and i8 models. New cars only. Ask your BMW Retailer for qualifying models. Ts & Cs apply.
Finance is subject to status and available to over 18s in the UK only. Guarantees and indemnities may be required. Advertised finance is provided by BMW Financial Services (GB) Limited, Summit ONE, Summit Avenue, Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 0FB. To finance your purchase we may introduce you to a limited number of lenders. BMW PCH and BMW Divide not available with BMW Approved Used vehicles.
Barons Automotive Limited, trading as Barons Farnborough is a credit broker not a lender.
Representative example is for a BMW Select agreement for the model shown above. Applies to new vehicles ordered between 1 October 2019 and 31 December 2019 and registered by 31 March 2020 (subject to availability). Retail customers only. *On the road cash price is based on manufacturer's recommended retail price and includes 3 year BMW Retailer Warranty, BMW Emergency Service, 12 months' road fund licence, vehicle first registration fee, delivery, number plates and VAT. ^Optional final payment is not payable if you opt to return the vehicle at the end of the agreement (vehicle condition, excess mileage and other charges may be payable). Finance available subject to credit acceptance to UK residents aged 18 or over. Guarantees and indemnities may be required. Terms and conditions apply. Offer may be varied, withdrawn or extended at any time. 'BMW Select' is a form of hire-purchase agreement provided by BMW Financial Services (GB) Limited, Summit ONE, Summit Avenue, Farnborough, Hampshire GU14 0FB. You will have a 14 day statutory right to withdraw from the agreement. We commonly introduce customers to a selected panel of lenders including BMW Financial Services. We may receive commission or other benefits for introducing you to such lenders. This introduction does not amount to independent financial advice.


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Laminating machines and cutting machines are widely used across industries and are meant to offer advanced solutions to various needs and requirements. The kinds of machines and equipment that are on offer have transformed over the years and are now available to cater to variety of purposes. One company based in China that has made its name as the manufacturer of these advanced equipment is Kuntai Machinery. The company specializes in manufacturing a range of fabric laminating machines and cutting machines. These machines are solely their exclusive collection that is an output of their in-house R&D team.
The team has been behind production of such innovative yet practical solutions for customers across the world. Their customers are mainly from textile industries, leather industries, automotive industries, sports arena and packaging industry. Their expertise is in production of both standard products as well as customized high-end products based on the specific customer requirements. Presently all its products are manufactured from their dedicated factory based in the China International Metro City in Shanghai. Other products that have been included in its portfolio are the die cutting machines, hot melt laminating machine, cutting press machines, bronzing and printing machines, etc.
The company has gained an ISO 9001 CE certificate which speaks about the quality of products and stringent quality control system they have in place. The company is capable of producing wide variety of machine parts and offers some of the most advanced manufacturing capabilities. The company is equipped with CNC machining centers, polishing machines, drilling machines and other raw material processing systems. These systems and facility has aided in manufacturing some advanced machines like Fabric film laminating machine. Among the popular countries, the company presently majorly ships its products to North America, South America, Africa, Europe, South Asia and Middle East.
The services division of the company offers free installation training for variety of machines, on-site installation support, videos, etc. The website of the company features all the information about its products and services. Moreover, by browsing the News section on the website, customers can stay updated with the latest development at the company. Depending on the requirements customers can directly send their queries using the Inquire now option. In case of custom requirements, customers can get in touch with the 24 hour customer support services.
About Kuntai Machinery
Kuntai Machinery is a Chinese based manufacturer of different kinds of laminating and cutting machines. They are presently offering its products to different American, Asian and African Nations. They have their own production unit that is supervised and run by a team of experienced professionals. For more details, please visit their website.
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I've written in the past about efforts to use 21st century technological tools to enhance neighbors' connections with each other, the sort that are far less common today than in the 1960s or 1970s.
Nextdoor, a leader in this space, has partnered with NYC Mayor Bloomberg to provide Nextdoor services in 1800 existing NYC neighborhoods. It's a win-win partnership. The city gets a platform that enables them to pinpoint messages that need to get out to certain neighborhoods (such as upcoming events, programs, news, emergency bulletins), and NYC through NYCGov will let New Yorkers know how they can better connect with their neighbors through the Nextdoor platform. (These Nextdoor networks are secure so users have to verify they actually live in a neighborhood to join and users get to control what of this information is public and what is shared privately between neighbors.)
Nextdoor makes it far easier to share information with neighbors (on mobile phones or computers), whether it is about a community issue, or finding a good painter or babysitter, or setting up a block party, or providing other advice or recommendations. Nextdoor is also an example of what Bob Putnam and I call "alloy" social capital that combines virtual and face-to-face elements. We believe that alloy connections are stronger than either the purely virtual social connections in an online gaming community (for instance) and also stronger than purely face-to-face connections. The platform of Nextdoor also makes it more likely that one will meet new neighbors when one follows up on a e-post by inviting a neighbor to coffee, or start waving to or talking with a neighbor who one previously passed silently. And for neighborly relations that already exist, Nextdoor can help strengthen them by increasing the frequency with which one connects with neighbors.
See earlier post about Nextdoor here.
The Nextdoor-NYC announcement, builds on similar announcements with 120 city governments over the last 12 months including cities like San Jose, Denver, Dallas or San Diego. New York City is an iconic city of 8.3 million people and this agreement offers the potential to unlock a lot of social capital so we'll watch this with bated breath and hope that many other cities will follow NYC's lead.
It will be interesting down the road to plot out the rise of Nextdoor usage by neighborhood with its impact on social capital measures (e.g., trust of neighbor or borrowing/lending from neighbors) and on putative downstream measures (such as lower crime rate, from the higher level of e-"eyes on the street" to transmute Jane Jacobs' pearl of wisdom into the digital age.
See earlier Social Capital blog post on Nextdoor.
See Wired story about this collaboaration of Nextdoor and NYC.


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Not since the first iPhone was rolled out in 2007 has there been so much chatter about one gadget. There have been so many rumors about the iPhone 5, it's difficult to keep them all straight, but those talented French artists at Nowhere Else have laid them out for us here in beautiful style. Merci beaucoup, mes amis!
Be sure to check the blue progress bars for the likelihood of each one of these rumors to actually occur. They look mostly accurate to us, with one exception: After last night's revelations about Sony's involvement with the next iPhone's image sensor from Sony's Sir Howard Stringer, that 50% chance of a better camera seems like it ought to be around 80 to 90%.
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As well as marmalades, we also have a wide range of Dalemain gifts! Why not treat a friend or loved one to an Afternoon Tea in our Mediaeval Tea Room, or make your own marmalade with our Dalemain Wooden Spoons?
We are currently taking orders on all our gifts, however delivery times are much slower at present. Thank you
Afternoon tea in the Lake District - The perfect gift for a loved one - treat them to afternoon tea in Dalemain's beautiful Medieval Tearoom. They will receive a delicious selection of homemade cakes, sandwiches and scones, served to a fine finish by our tearoom staff.
"This bag could contain a year's supply of Dalemain Marmalade." The perfect jute shopping bag for marmalade lovers and it can carry up to a massive 20kg! Height 40cm x Width 36cm x Gusset 18cm
Drink from this utterly delightful mug covered in the birds and flowers that paper the Chinese Room at Dalemain. The wallpaper was brought to Dalemain in the 1750's as a balance in a tea ship and is one of the oldest examples of wallpaper from the time in England.
Our limited Edition Marmalade Mug to celebrate this years 10th Anniversary Festival.
The perfect present for marmalade lovers and makers everywhere. Stir your marmalade to victory next year with this!
The only colour mug we like to drink from at Dalemain!
If you're stuck for gift ideas this year, our green jute bags teamed with a trio of Dalemain Marmalades are the perfect present! Please note: this product is the jute bag only, and does not include any marmalades.
We have a wide variety of Dalemain postcards available. These A6-size postcards feature photography by Hermione Hasell-McCosh, and are a great little extra!
Our trio gift set of Dalemain Marmalades makes a perfect present for any occasion! Each gift set contains three 112g jars of marmalade from our Collection, which may be a different combination from those pictured.
Get drawing with our Dalemain pencils! They are available in four different colours: black, navy, green, and burgundy, and are a great little extra! The text on the side reads: Dalemain Historic House, Cumbria.
This Dalemain Notebook is a perfect fit for our Dalemain pencils! The spiral-bound notebook features a photograph of the front of Dalemain Mansion, and the paper inside is lined.
This card displays the unique Chinese wallpaper of the Chinese Room at Dalemain Mansion. This intricately hand-painted wallpaper was brought to Dalemain in the 18th century, and is riotously alive with birds, insects and flowers.
Keep the spirit of the Marmalade Festival going all year round with our orange Marmalade Festival pens! BLACK INK
The perfect bag for transporting your marmalade!
Pick up a copy of the guide to the Dalemain-Dacre walk. This estate walk passes various sites such as the Dalemain Deer Park, 'Canon's Bump', Dacre Castle, and St. Andrew's Church in Dacre. Copies of this leaflet can also be bought in the Shop at Dalemain for the same price.
Written by Frances Wilkins, this book tells the story of 100 Dalemain roses. From the Author: "There are more than 100 roses in the gardens at Dalemain. These were bred by people living in the UK, Europe and the Americas. This book considers the roses in the context of their breeders. The result is the first in a series of stories about The History behind Rose Gardens."
Drink your coffee on the go with our bamboo coffee mug with orange grip and lid
Bright and cheerful orange mug with our signature squirrel design.
Brighten up a rainy day with one of our orange umbrellas
Our 2020 Best in Show Marmalade Awards Winner is a thick cut, dark, seville orange marmalade. The perfect topping for the best slice of toast.


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What to do in Albufeira?Albufeira is not just a city marked by the tourism industry but also a destination path with its own history.
The name Albufeira has its etymological root in the Arabic, a result from the maritime trade relations with North Africa. Al - Buhera means "Sea Castle ", which may reflect the existence of a fort in the region.
The 1755 earthquake destroyed the town of Albufeira, destroying activity which was only resumed in the mid XIX century. For years the export of fish and several nuts were the main economic sources of the region. Tourist activity arose only from the 1960s, becoming the great source of the region income. A strong economic growth, allowed Albufeira to be a considered a town in 1986.
With over 3000 hours of sunshine per year, Albufeira is the perfect destination for all beach lovers. If you love the beach, as we do, be amazed by the magnificent landscapes, fine and white sand; taste the local delicacies and enjoy the nightlife. The fish and seafood as well as the rich convent sweets exquisitely made, are the delight for those who visit us.
If evening offering of bars and nightclubs is wide and varied in the center of Albufeira and Oura, during the day you can always have fun in water parks or deepen their knowledge of marine life at Zoomarine.
During the daytime you there are many activities to choose from either have fun in the water parks or deepening your knowledge of the marine life in Zoomarine. In the evening the great variety of bars and nightclubs in Albufeira and in the area of Oura, is so wide you will probably have a hard time choose your perfect spot.
Should the sun won't shine, there are also many places to visit. See our activities.
See our ideas for activities in Albufeira and experience the best of our region.
How to get to Albufeira?
By Bus »
- Rede Expressos (National) e Euro Lines (International)
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- Aeroporto Internacional de Faro (International and Domestic Flights)
By Road »
- The most used way to get to Albufeira are the A2 ( Highway ) and N2 ( national road )
By Train »
- Trains Alfa pendular, Intercity and International Regionais get to Albufeira by Ferreiras station, which is about 7km from the city center.
- CP – Train
How to move in Albufeira?
Museums & Monuments
In Albufeira you will find many museums and monuments that await for your visit.
- Clock Tower
- Bell Tower
- Main Church
- Mercy Chapel
- St. Anne Church
- San Sebastian Church
- Ermida de Na. Senhora da Orada
- Port Santana
- St Vincent Statue
- Ancient Wall Ruin
- Former ' Battery ' of Albufeira
- Old Church Lane Arc
- Archaeology Municipal Museum
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In the wake of the Fifty Years War, the kingdom of Ivalice is once more thrown into turmoil. Duke Larg and Duke Goltanna battle for control of the two-year-old Prince Regent and the throne as the nobility and free knights form up around their banners.
Square Enix brings the acclaimed Final Fantasy Tactics series to the PSP system with an epic adventure set in the Final Fantasy universe. Re-enter the world of Ivalice and experience a land of imaginative design that provides a sumptuous backdrop to a politically charged tale of two young men endeavouring to reshape the course of history.
First fantasy
Final Fantasy Tactics: The War of the Lions is a traditional role-playing game that differs from other Square Enix titles in a few important respects.
Originally released in 1997, The War of the Lions was only available in Japan before receiving a limited North America release a year later. Earning critical acclaim at the time, it was instrumental in helping set the benchmark by which this style of genre is judged. Ten years on, this updated version of the classic, which now forms the first in a series of Final Fantasy titles due on the PSP system, remains one of the best role-playing games available.
Exploring a period of dark civil war for the kingdom of Ivalice, The War of the Lions follows the struggle between Duke Goltanna and Duke Larg for control of the two-year-old Prince Regent and the throne. Against this backdrop of politics and infighting, the storyline explores the injustice between noble and commoner, privileged and poor.
In this updated version for PSP, the storyline is brought to life through anime-like animations that, in contrast to other Final Fantasy cinematics, boast a gorgeous hand drawn style. This, when combined with an audio score composed by Hitoshi Sakimoto, makes The War of the Lions enrapturing.
Combat in The War of the Lions is very different from other Final Fantasy titles; instead of your party lining up opposite their foes, the combat plays out upon a grid system. This adds movement, range, facing and, for area effect spells and abilities, grouping and dispersal of your party to your tactical considerations.
Each combat takes place in a 3D environment based upon this grid system. The animation of characters and effects is kitsch but delightfully engaging. Instantly familiar, this iconic style has often been copied in the last ten years, but rarely outdone.
Careful planning in these engagements allows you to gain advantages from the terrain and buildings, from using elevation for ranged attacks to making use of choke points to protect your weaker spell casters from the enemies' onslaught. From desert sietch to cobbled town street, each arena presents a different challenge and choice of tactics.
Character progression in The War of the Lions is handled through Job levels. Attaining a certain level of proficiency in one profession will unlock access to another - to become a Monk for instance you need to have become a level 2 Knight, which requires you to have become a level 2 Squire. With 22 different Jobs and more than 400 abilities to learn, and the ability to switch easily between them, you're given a staggering range of options when creating your characters.
In addition to the wealth of character options available, there are cameo appearances from famous Final Fantasy characters, letting you recruit the likes of Balthier from Final Fantasy XII and Cloud from Final Fantasy VII.
Wireless multiplayer support is the coup de grace for this modern classic. Entering into any of the Taverns that can be found throughout Ivalice and chatting with the barkeep will now give you the option of entering a co-operative mission or competing in battle with friends.
For fans of the original 1997 game, The War of the Lions will be a beautiful trip down memory lane, while for existing Final Fantasy converts it is a new way to explore the iconic setting of Ivalice and for the complete newcomer it is an essential role-playing experience on PSP.
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Sonas Hospitality Ltd & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd includes the following:
- Duisdale House Hotel
- Toravaig House Hotel
- Skeabost House Hotel
This privacy policy statement covers all joint and severally.
Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd understands that customers care about the use and storage of their personal information and data and that you rely upon us to act in a careful and sensible manner in this regard.
This privacy policy statement has been created to demonstrate our commitment to the privacy of our customers. By using Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd, our websites, our reservations telephone line and any other 'Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd' services you are consenting and agreeing to the practices outlined in this statement. Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd will always handle information in compliance with the Data Protection Act (1998) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU) 2016/679.
The Internet is a global environment and using the Internet to collect and process personally identifiable information involves the transmission of data on an international basis. By browsing this website and communicating electronically with us you acknowledge and agree to our processing your personally identifiable information in this way.
Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd is responsible only for the privacy statement and content of the website. Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd is not responsible for the privacy practices or the use of cookies on websites that you have accessed this website from or for the Non-Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd sites that you access from this website.
Whilst every effort is made to update the information provided on this website on a regular basis, Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd makes no representations or warranties, whether express, implied in law or residual, as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of information contained on any of the pages comprising the website and shall not be bound in any manner by any information contained on the website or any of the pages comprising the website.
Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd reserves the right at any time to change or discontinue without notice, any aspect, feature or service offered by way of their websites. No opinions, information, data or content contained on the websites shall be construed as advice and are offered for information purposes only. Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd gives no warranties and makes no representations as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of any such opinions, information, data or content.
There are several ways of making a booking with us, including the following:
- By calling our reservations at Toravaig House Hotel on 01471 820200
- Online using our secure online booking system
- By emailing the hotel directly (payment details cannot be taken by email)
Via a third-party booking agent such as Booking.com, Expedia.com, JAC Travel, Capita Travel, Click Travel, Dreamescape, Gallia, Hart Holidays, Adeo, Abbey Ireland & UK, AC Tours, Angela Shanley, Brendan Vacations, DrumGolf, Hotel Beds, Hotels.com, Hotel Reservation Service, Ireland Travel Links, Irish Welcome Tours, JAC Travel,, LateRooms, Lynott Tours Inc, McKinlay Kidd Ltd, Nordic Tours, Nordic Visitor, ProScot, Pharosreizen, Elisabeth Brupbacher Wettstein, SHEENCO Travel, Voigt Travel, Wilderness Scotland (Please see their privacy policies for information on how your personal data is collected and used).
Personal information, including your name, address, contact number, email address, credit card number, expiration date and the security code is collected when making a reservation. This information assists with identifying you and contacting you regarding your reservation or any requests.
Your debit or credit card details will be verified and processed using a secure, reliable and fully PCI DSS compliant online payment processing gateway. All data is encrypted to ensure it cannot be read by anybody else. We accept all major credit and debit cards in multiple currencies. Please note we will never ask you for your payment information via email.
We will use your personal information to send you confirmation of your booking and for any pre-& post arrival communication.
Upon arrival, we will use your personal information stored in our property management system to confirm your booking and identify you. This is the information collected when making your reservation or if booked via a third party agent such as Booking.com, upon check-in.
We also record your itemised spending during your stay for the purposes of billing. This information is also recorded to comply with financial reporting requirements.
For overseas visitors, we are required by local law to collection your passport number and next destination. We will only hold passport information for 12 months as required by law.
There are several ways of making a restaurant booking with us, including the following:
- Over the phone with our reception teams
- By email to our or reception teams
Personal information such as your name, telephone number and email address will be required when making a booking.
If you choose to become a member of The Sonas Collection VIP Club, personal information including name, address, contact number and email address will be collected so that we can identify you, contact you regarding your membership and reward you for your continued loyalty. So that we can send you a little birthday gift, we also ask for your date of birth when registering to become a VIP Club member.
There will be an opportunity to opt for mailing when registering. For those that opt-in, we will use your personal information to send you exclusive offers and updates on new member benefits. Members can update their personal information using their online account.
When completing a feedback questionnaire, we may ask you to provide your contact details which will be shared with the General Manager. They may wish to contact you regarding your feedback and experience with us. Questions asked including who you have travelled with and your reason for visiting are for research purposes only and will not be linked to your personal information (Please note this is optional).
We would like to send you our latest news and offers that may be of interest to you, however, you will only receive these types of marketing communication if you have opted in. You can opt into mailing via the following ways:
- Website sign up form
- When making a reservation online or over the phone
- When checking into one of our properties
If you decide that you wish to opt out, you can do so by the following ways:
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When signing up to our e-newsletter on our website, please indicate your preferences so that we can ensure you only receive information that is useful to you.
When signing up to our e-newsletter, we will store your email address securely with a trusted third-party, MailChimp. Please see their privacy policy here: https://mailchimp.com/legal/privacy
If you complete any of our brochure download request forms on our website, your information will be sent to the relevant department to process your request. Personal information collected will be used to assist with your enquiry and to contact you for further assistance
To fulfil your order personal information including your name, telephone number and email address will be collected. You will be contacted for your payment details. Please do not include payment details in the request or emails.
If you opt to have your voucher delivered, you will be asked for your address or the recipients address. If you provide any personal information of the recipient, they will be notified when receiving their voucher of how we have used their data and their right to be forgotten.
We can access your contact information and order history; however, we cannot access your payment information.
CCTV is installed in public areas, entrances and exits of our properties for the prevention and detection of crime. Footage is securely stored and is only accessible to authorised personnel. Footage may be shared with authorities if required by law.
When making a reservation, your personal information is stored in our cloud-hosted central reservations property management system as a guest profile. This information is available to our reception team when you make a booking which allows us to deliver the best possible service to you.
We may also store information securely on trusted third party sites including MailChimp and Rezlynx if you use our services or products.
When making a reservation via a third party such as Booking.com or Expedia, our privacy policy will apply to any personal information shared with us.
We will only keep your personal information for as long as it is necessary to fulfil our service to you, for business or legal purposes, or in accordance with applicable laws.
Your information is disclosed to our employees, agents and representatives on a 'need to know' basis and we confirm that all such persons understand the importance of client confidentiality and privacy and are aware of the terms of this privacy policy.
The information and data we collect is important for Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd and we would not want to share this with anyone else. Unless we have your express consent, we will never disclose, rent, trade or sell your personal data to any third parties for their marketing or mailing purposes.
We do disclose or transfer your data or personal information to other companies, data processors or agents employed by us to perform any necessary functions on our behalf, but they are bound by our privacy policy and may not use this information for their own purposes.
In the event that Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd or any part of its business is sold to, or integrated with, another business, Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd may disclose your personal information to the new owners (and their professional advisers on the transaction) to be used by the new owners. The access of such specified third parties would be limited to the provision of this privacy policy including continuing to provide you with the same services and marketing information services as are currently provided by Skeabost House Hotel.
Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd and its third-party service providers use pixel tags (also known as 'clear gifs or beacon gifs). Pixel tags are not visible to the user of the website and consist of a few lines of computer coding delivered with the web page. Pixel tags are not used to collect any personally identifiable information about you apart from what you voluntarily provide us. Pixel tags are used to:
- Track customer response to Skeabost House Hotel' advertisements and website content
- Determine your ability to receive HTML-based e-mail messages. Our e-mail service provider includes a pixel tag, referred to as a 'coded sensor' in all of the HTML-based messages sent on our behalf. The sensor activates when the e-mail is opened and the flags the e-mail address of the user as one that is capable of receiving HTML-based e-mail messages. This capability helps our service provider to send the e-mail in a format you can read. The sensor does not collect or use any other information. If you cannot receive HTML, you will not receive a functioning sensor.
- Enable us to know how many users open an e-mail and allows our service provider to compile aggregated statistics about an e-mail campaign for us.
- Allow us to target interactive advertising, enhance customer support and site usability and provide offers and promotions which we believe would be of interest to you.
In the unlikely event of any of the below data breaches occur, Sonas Hospitality & Sonas Hospitality (Skeabost) Ltd will notify the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) without undue delay. If there is a risk to individuals affected, they too will be notified.
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PITTSBURGH—The Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) and the Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation have given researchers at Carnegie Mellon University's Center for Appalachian Network Access (CANA) $250,000 to implement two new wireless broadband networks linking isolated rural towns in Appalachia to the rest of the world via high speed wireless Internet connectivity.
The first project is taking place in Glenville, W. VA., a town of 2000, located in the central part of the state some 160 south of Pittsburgh and 85 miles north of Charleston. Like many small, rural communities, it is under-accessed by commercial Internet providers. Residents and businesses must depend on slow, costly dial-up service to connect to the Internet.
CANA was co-founded earlier this year by Bruce Maggs, associate professor of computer science, and Pittsburgh investment banker John Whitehill. Its purpose is to bring the Internet to Appalachian communities like Glenville and raise the literacy and economic profile of the region.
Broadband connectivity allows high-speed transmission of large amounts of data, including multimedia and video. According to Maggs, who is leading the effort, this new high-speed connectivity should have a lasting impact on Glenville's economy.
"Wireless Internet means that geographic isolation can no longer keep rural communities from conducting commerce with the greater world." said Maggs. "Our project in Glenville is a prime example of how technology can be used strategically to bring together public and private institutions to add tangible value and quality of life enhancements to communities,"
For two week in July, Maggs, Whitehill and others from Carnegie Mellon's School of Computer Science, the H. John Heinz III School of Public Policy and Management and the business school collaborated with members of Glenville's business, educational and government sectors on the campus of Glenville State College (GSC). They began the ongoing project of building the new network and, according to Maggs, they should have the first subscribers on-line within two to three months.
"We see great opportunities for schools, hospitals, and other nonprofit institutions, along with private businesses," said Whitehill. "Once we have Glenville fully operational, we are planning to replicate this concept in other rural communities throughout Appalachia."
The project generated huge enthusiasm in Glenville, a town of 2000. Maggs, Whitehill and their implementation team were named honorary citizens of West Virginia by the state's Governor Bob Wise. They held a town meeting in Glenville to explain the project to the entire community.
"The resources aren't there for small communities to do these projects on their own," explained Glennville State College Interim President Robert Freeman. "GSC is excited to partner with Carnegie Mellon in this wireless implementation. This is a project that will touch everyone in this community."
The new broadband network is a continuation of several technological and educational initiatives started by Larry R. Baker, associate vice president of technology at Glenville State College who leads the effort for the Glenville community.
"I have been delighted with the commitment and excitement for the project that has been demonstrated by our political, community, and college leaders," Baker said. "Members of the community and the college will continue to look for additional partners as we continue to implement the project."
Maggs said CANA hopes to replicate the Glenville project in an appropriate community in Southwestern Pennsylvania--possibly somewhere in Fayette County. He explained that while CANA initially seeks to demonstrate how wireless broadband telecommunications can promote competitiveness in rural communities, they want to serve as a regional resource, helping to deploy additional networks in underserved rural areas throughout Appalachia by providing technical, operational and educational support.
Congress established the Appalachian Regional Commission in 1965 to support economic and social development in Appalachia, a 200,000 square-mile region from the spine of the Appalachian Mountains in Southern New York to Northern Mississippi. The ACR programs include parts of 13 states, and all of West Virginia.
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Today I am blog-sitting over at Aunt Spicy's while she is on a fun getaway.
And I'm sharing my favorite, easy recipe for pumpkin chocolate-chip cookies.
Because who can resist a good pumpkin chocolate-chip cookie this time of year?
Amy these look delicious…they must be so moist! Thanks for sharing!

Aunt Spicy…you couldn't have left your blog in better hands….Hope you're having a fun getaway. x
I was THIS close to making those twice this week. But we have a kitchen troll that has recently absconded our cutting board, my salt tongs, the salt shaker…and now- the can opener. I have a big thing of pumpkin just staring at me from the pantry. But it's nice to know we're on the same brain-wave.
Amy–I found the cutest quilting store about 10 min. from me in Salem. It's called Gracie Lou's. You need to come visit me and then we'll go to the store together!!!!!

I want to come see your new house!!! Call me. 🙂
They look great
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Hi Amy! Thank you so much for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment on my quilt post. Isn't Lucy Maud Montgomery just the best? I collect vintage books (and even have a few first editions) by her and I've written a few articles on her too.

We really most be kindred spirits considering the fact that I was already planning on making Pumpkin Chocolate Cookies today! Yum!
They look good. I made some with white chocolate chips last year. I had a really hard time not eating all of them!
Visiting from Aunt Spicy. Had to come and check out your blog, and guess what….LOVE IT.

You all really make me want to take up quilting….seriously.
What is it about cool weather that makes me crave baked goods? Maybe it's the warmth of the oven. Anyways, Those cookies look delicious!
these cookies are some of my favorites… i could sit and eat the whole batch all by myself!!
oh, why did you have to go and post about pumpkin chocolate chip cookies!!!??? Now I'll have to make some!
I love love love pumpkin chocolate chip! Unfortunately, so do all the kids and the husband. Guess I'll just have to make a double batch. Thanks for the super easy recipe!


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This year's Game Developer's Conference takes place from March 23 to March 27, and as usual the gaming industry will converge on San Francisco to talk about the industry, learn from each other, share business cards, and of course search for free drinks.
Even more importantly, this year marks the return of a great speaker to deliver the keynote: Nintendo's President Satoru Iwata.
Why is this such a big deal? Iwata has quite the history of speaking at GDC. His 2005 keynote contained the first information about what we now call the Nintendo Wii, and his 2006 speech focused on "disrupting development," describing ways to engage new players and find a wider audience. During that speech, Phantom Hourglass and Brain Age were shown off.
Both speeches were impressive at the time, but have become even more prescient looking back on what Nintendo has accomplished in 2008.
"The Game Developers Conference is thrilled to welcome Satoru Iwata back to the keynote stage," said Meggan Scavio, Event Director of the GDC. "His previous talks at the GDC can be credited with setting the stage for much of the huge growth the games industry has since seen, and attendees continue to talk about how both lectures impacted their perspective on development."
Satoru Iwata's keynote, "Discovering New Development Opportunities," is scheduled for Wednesday, March 25, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. PST in the Esplanade Room of the Moscone Center's South Hall.
This is a speech to look forward to, and should prove insightful. While last year's speech from Shigeru Miyamo brought few surprises, hope springs eternal in the land of Nintendo.


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Review: Blackburner -Planet Earth Attack
Taking a great deal of inspiration from goth-rock, track's like "Burn Burn Burn" are seething with vocals influenced by the likes of Marilyn Manson and Rob Zombie, while others showcase the band's affinity . . .
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PLANET EARTH ATTACK, an exciting new meta-eclectic LP by Blackburner, is set for a release on September 25th on Cleopatra/Hypnotic Records. I had the distinct pleasure of obtaining a pre-release of this disgustingly dark–yet occasionally mesmerizing–album, headed by the former-metalhead Skyla Talon, who is ostensibly still enamored with the genre.
PEA exploits Skyla's roots as a member of Killingbird and former Rob Zombie guitarist Riggs' Scum Of The Earth, throws them into a rusty meat-grinder with a Glitch-Dubstep-House concoction, and throws them up onto a putrid musical canvas. Yes, it is that twistedly aggressive…
…But it can also be really beautiful too. From the droning, distorted guitar-driven title track all the way to the Dance outro "Set this Fire," Blackburner has a way with musical story telling that is sure to please the palettes of anyone who enjoys variety in their artists. The inaugural tracks lay down a foundation of power that is pervasive throughout the album, aside from some very catchy tracks sprinkled about that take a dramatic turn for the hypnotic, such as "I'm in Love with this City ft. Geri X." Blackburner shows that there is nothing wrong for a group with a dark and disturbing image to have a soft side.
But not for too long….they aren't sissies. The excitement and haunting SFX grit continues with tracks like, "Time Travel" and "50 Grades of Space," showcasing the groups genre-bending proclivity to tame chaos into something manageable. If you are looking for straight-forward Dubstep, you can check out the track "Electric Flesh," a gritty and hectic piece. Otherwise, we suggest you allow Blackburner to take the helm and steer you in and out of their elegant melodies, wicked synths, and well-placed (but not overdone) bass wobbles.
Taking a great deal of inspiration from goth-rock, track's like "Burn Burn Burn" are seething with vocals influenced by the likes of Marilyn Manson and Rob Zombie, while others showcase the band's affinity for Progressive-Rock, like "Comfortably Numb," featuring vocal clips from Pink Floyd.
Last words: Blackburner's mastery over styles is fantastic and reminds us why we love them: they are fucking bipolar. Dripping with an original sound as disturbing as their sci-fi on-stage image, the group balances their psychosis out with tantalizing and catchy hooks. Just try to not bob your head when listening to "The World is Ours."
PLANET EARTH ATTACK comes out on September 25th, but that does not mean you cannot get your fill of Blackburner. How about giving a listen to the title track and a view to the video for "Apocalypse."
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Ever thought, How many vowels are present in award winning successful website names? How are these websites named?
Of-course if you think about it, the answer seems pretty clear at first. When you name a website, it has to have enough letters to make a meaningful yet logical impression on the viewer's mind.
However, a name that is long taxes the memory of the viewer and it is unlikely you'll see him visiting your website anytime soon, if you have a website name such as, "cuteandfunnywebsitenames"
But if you have a website name that is a single syllable or contains negligible characters, it would fail to register on the memory of the viewer. Another reason why website names with the least number of characters are uncommon and hard to use is because, they're expensive.
A study on the length of website names can be found at one of our previous articles on number of characters in website names for top million websites.
But what about the number of vowels?
Is there a thumb rule for how many vowels should a website name contain? A larger number of vowels would entail a larger number of syllables. And as seen from one of our previous articles on the relation between page views and syllables (An Experiment on readability), that a larger number of syllables mean a higher degree of complexity in the word itself. So larger number of vowels are not good. But what about lesser number of vowels? Words like ted, bed, cup etc seem like a good choice considering a single vowel and a memorable word.
The problem with words containing lesser number of vowels is that the words created from them are often too memorable. Which often triggers too many memories and associations in your brain leading to a hazy link between the website name and the content that you viewed. Also vowels are often associated with moods too. For example, the vowel 'i' is often associated with a happy mood. You can find more about the vowels and the moods they elicit at Dailymail or you could try how brands name themselves.
Observationswhile both extremes are not good, Let us find what do the top million websites do. As is evident from the graph below, all websites have an average of 3-4 vowels in their names.
The top 100k even have an average of 3.2. This average further moves towards 4 letters when we move towards the higher end of the million.
ConclusionsThough higher number of vowels in website names aren't good, the lower number of vowels also pose a certain risk to the website image.
As per the analysis, codemakit recommends 3-4 vowels in your website name.
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PORTSMOUTH, N.H. (AP) � New Hampshire police are investigating the death of a woman who overdosed on heroin and are looking for a second woman who may have information about the source of the drug.
Portsmouth police are not identifying the 22-year-old who died on Nov. 20.
Police are asking the public for any information regarding the circumstances of the woman's death. They also are asking for help in locating 41-year-old Jennifer Landry, whose last known address was in Portsmouth.
Portsmouth Deputy Chief Corey MacDonald says Landry is wanted for possession of heroin on Nov. 23 and may have information about the overdose death.
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