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Electronics retailer Best Buy is headed for the exits. I can't say when exactly, but my guess is that it's only a matter of time, maybe a few more years.
Consider a few key metrics. Despite the disappearance of competitors including Circuit City, the company is losing market share. Its last earnings announcement disappointed investors. In 2011, the company's stock has lost 40% of its value. Forward P/E is a mere 6.23 (industry average is 10.20). Its market cap down to less than $9 billion. Its average analyst rating, according to The Street.com, is a B-.
Those are just some of the numbers, and they don't look good. They bear out a prediction in March from the Wall Street Journal's Heard on the Street column, which forecast "the worst is yet to come" for Best Buy investors. With the flop of 3D televisions and the expansion of Apple's own retail locations, there was no killer product on the horizon that would lift it from the doldrums. Though the company accounts for almost a third of all U.S. consumer electronics purchases, analysts noted, the company remains a ripe target for more nimble competitors.
But the numbers only scratch the surface. To discover the real reasons behind the company's decline, just take this simple test. Walk into one of the company's retail locations or shop online. And try, really try, not to lose your temper.
I admit. I can't do it. A few days ago, I visited a Best Buy store in Pinole, CA with a friend. He's a devoted consumer electronics and media shopper, and wanted to buy the 3D blu ray of "How to Train Your Dragon," which Best Buy sells exclusively. According to the company's website, it's backordered but available for pickup at the store we visited. The item wasn't there, however, and the sales staff had no information.
But my friend decided to buy some other blu-ray discs. Or at least he tried to, until we were "assisted" by a young, poorly groomed sales clerk from the TV department, who wandered over to interrogate us. What kind of TV do you have? Do you have a cable service, or a satellite service? Do you have a triple play service plan?
He was clearly—and clumsily–trying to sell some alternative. (My guess is CinemaNow, Best Buy's private label on-demand content service.) My friend politely but firmly told him he was not interested in switching his service from Comcast. I tried to change the subject by asking if there was a separate bin for 3D blu rays; he didn't know.
The used car style questions continued. "I have just one last question for you," he finally said to my friend. "How much do you pay Comcast every month?"
My friend is too polite. "How is that any of your business?" I asked him. "All right then," he said, the fake smile unaffected, "You folks have a nice day." He slinked back to his pit.
As a sometime business school professor, I could just imagine the conversation with the TV department manager the day before. "Corporate says we have to work on what's called up-selling and cross-selling," the clerk was informed in lieu of actual training on either the products or effective sales. "Whenever you aren't with a customer, you need to be roaming the floor pushing our deal with CinemaNow. At the end of the day, I want to know how many people you've approached."
But this is hardly customer service. It's actually getting in the way of a customer who's trying to self-service because there's no one around who can answer a basic question about the store's confusing layout. It's anti-service.
Ordered a GPS from Best Buy two weeks before Christmas with a delivery date before Dec. 25. Tried to check the status on Dec 23 by calling BestBuy. Reached a recording. When I pressed 0 to talk to a person, the system automatically disconnected the call. GPS came after Christmas. Ordered gifts after the GPS from Amazon, Wal-Mart, Pottery Barn, and West Elm and all came well before Xmas. Bye bye Best Buy!
You should have tried calling again, no lines are perfect.
Ya because he has nothing better to do other then chasing a retailer who should have kept the promise of their delivery date in the first place ! n btw when the call is disconnected by the system, its intentional !
I knew the actors on "Jersey Shore" were trouble, but now The Situation is messing up Best Buy. For shame!
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Absolutely correct, and written exactly what I was thinking. I got a cell phone 3 or 4 years back at best buy and after coming home and opening the box did not find the cell phone, but charger and everything was there. I called the store, talked to the customer service rep and the store manager they sort of told me that I took the phone and try to get another phone. I was ready to give up but call several people at the corporate to see their attitude, and they all had the same culture–don't care about customer. I bought and sold best buy stock for a profit to cover the loss. Always tell me friends to open the box and check the items at the billing counter…
Not to nit pick on a small detail…but cell phones have to be enabled at the time of purchase. At least, that has ALWAYS been my experience. I am willing to bet your phone was sitting on the counter at best buy…
But when someone has already activated it, and returned the box… empty…
They just throw it back on the shelf.
Sadly, I know a few people who did this on accident, with other items, and were never called-out, or called-back, about the missing returned item.
They did this with DVD's and music-CD's, years ago, and still do. Again, the result of having idiots running the stores. The customers pay for the clerks idiocy. (NOTE: The thefts of DVD's and CD's were internal store thefts, not customer thefts.)
sorry..but must put my 2 in here..I work CS at Best Buy..and for the record..we do not put returned cell phones..back out on the floor…I'm sure your phone was not an Open Item…just saying…and I looked today..and every phone..that was out n our floor…was VISIVBLE….in the package…so..as it stands now,..you can't buy a cell phone. without it being visible..so..if you got one without the phone in it..1.. pay attention…to what your buying. and 2…call the manufacturer..and blame them..not Best Buy..
It is very interesting to see, that even after possibly reading this article on why and how best buy is spiraling out of business, Laurie Miller (a CS at best buy) would state what she has. I'm pretty sure the tone in her comment is not "Customer Service Friendly". Instead of being so defensive, come back to the "customer is always right" world; being that you are part of an industry where the customer pays for your lights to be on.


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Local and federal officials will break ground Tuesday for a light rail line that will connect the Expo and Green lines, crossing Leimert Park, Baldwin Hills and Inglewood.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority board of directors last June approved a nearly $1.3 billion contract for construction of the 8.5-mile Crenshaw/LAX rail line. The board also approved a $160 million contingency fund for the project, for a total budget of nearly $2.06 billion, according to Metro.
The project is one of 12 funded by Measure R, the half-cent sales tax approved by voters in 2008.
The line will stretch from the Expo Line station at Crenshaw Boulevard and travel south, eventually connecting with the Metro Green Line's Aviation/LAX station. Construction is scheduled to be completed in 2019.
Among those expected to attend the groundbreaking ceremony are Mayor Eric Garcetti, County Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas, Sen. Barbara Boxer, D- Calif., U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx, Rep. Karen Bass, D-Los Angeles, and Rep. Maxine Waters, D- Los Angeles.
"This has been a decades-long, monumental effort by an array of elected officials, community advocates and Metro staff," county Supervisor and Metro board member Ridley-Thomas said when the board approved the project last year. "We did this together and now we are poised to begin construction on a dream that will help millions."
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There's been no word on Lee's reaction to what he saw on the menu. Nor do we know what may have been a part of the menu, or how many options it included. Greenberg did not reveal any financials. The popular speculation is that the Rangers are willing to offer six years, but not seven, though there's no word on that either. I'm sorry to have so little to share.
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Robert Kaplow
, M.Sc. (2010), now working for Google in New York.
Arthur Guez
, M.Sc. (2010), now a Ph.D. candidate at the Gatsby Unit, UCL
Julien Villemure
, M.Sc. (2010), next stop: a start-up in the Montreal area.
Hiba Yamani
, M.Sc. (2009), next stop: Application Developer at Nuance Communications in Montreal.
Stephane Ross
, M.Sc. (2008), now a Ph.D. candidate at Carnegie Mellon.
Zaid Zawaideh, M.Sc. (2007), next stop: CIBC in Toronto
Daniel Burfoot
, M.Sc. (2006), graduated with Ph.D. from the University of Tokyo.
Robin Jaulmes
, M.Sc. (2006), next stop: back to France.
Angus MacIsaac, undergraduate project (2013)
Raheem Adams, research intern (2013)
William Hamilton, undergraduate project (2012), MSc candidate at McGill
Andrew Sutcliffe, undergraduate project (2012)
Jonathon Volkmar, undergraduate project (2011), B.Sc. candidate at McGill
Emily Tsang, undergraduate project (2011), B.Sc. candidate at McGill
Aaron Spring, undergraduate project (2011), B.Sc. candidate at McGill
Julieta Jakubowicz, undergraduate project (2010-2011), B.Sc. candidate at McGill.
Beomjoon Kim, undergraduate project (winter 2011), B.Sc. candidate at U.Waterloo.
Olivier Remillard, undergraduate project (summer 2009), now M.Sc. candidate at McGill.
Marcos Ginestra, undergraduate project (summer 2009), now M.Sc. candidate at UBC.
Laura Lewis, undergraduate project (summer 2008), now a Ph.D. candidate at MIT.
Caitlin Phillips, undergraduate research project (summer 2007).
Milena Scaccia
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Nan Lin, undergraduate project (summer 2006).
Adrian Ghizaru
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Focusing on Mages, this video reveals the power of teamwork among warriors, champions, mages and priests in the new free MMORPG GodsWar. Watch for the Warriors' Sword Storm, the Champions' Chip Blast, the Priests' Dripstone and the Mages' Thunder, Flame Blast and Star.
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Gods War Online is a 3D MMORPG based on Greek Mythology. In this video you could watch as Mages display the true extent of their power against a variety of other classes. You would also see how one class can be used to counter another class' specialties or take advantage of their vulnerabilities. Watch as mortals strive for control of an Ancient Empire, and fight the battles that made history.
Gods War Priest Video
Gods War gives a preview of the Priest Class and the amazing magic skills they have to defend their lands against the enemies. Priests are holy men who have the powers of Heal, Area Heal, Mana Shield, Dripstone, Holy Light and Stalagmite Skills. As the envoys of the Gods, they can heal injured friends as well as releasing teammates from bad effects, thus priests play a key role in a team.
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Dictionary.com defines the word "fashion" as "the make or form of anything." Given this definition, I do not feel bad writing about my baking experience in the past two weeks compared to my lack of shopping experience (though I will post about more stores in the area soon).
I have recently discovered chocolatecoveredkatie.com and have been using my oven, measuring spoons, and food processor since! It is a blog filled with delicious and healthy recipes. The one recipe I encourage everyone to try is the chocolate chip cookie dough dip (the recipe can be found here).
This is a great snack for kids, friends, or yourself on a day/night in (more for yourself)! The best part about this dip is that the main ingrediant is beans, but I promise it tastes strictly like cookie dough.


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Scott Weinberg had plenty of good things to say about Guillermo del Toro's Pacific Rim in his cinematic review, so there's little need for me to discuss further. Needless to say, as a fan of del Toro, cheesy 1970's anime, and the practical imaginativeness of the kaiju genre, I adored Pacific Rim. It was its own beast, but there were enough familiar features to its biology to make a genre fan smile. The sight of a giant robot's head sliding onto its shoulders called to mind Go Nagai's Mazinger, and despite claims to the contrary, one of the movies referentially-named Kaiju bore more than a passing resemblance to Gamera baddie Guiron.
All of these genre trappings, tied up in a deliciously non-cynical wrapper, manage to somehow be greater than the sum of the disparate parts. It manages to mix the aforementioned kaiju genre with a hard bitten war movie, with just enough humor and a tiny dash of sweet, innocent romance to make it a movie that appealed to both the wide-eyed child inside as well as the more grizzled adult I am on the outside.
The Blu Ray release is full of special features outlining the production, a total of 14 featurettes that spill from the main feature disc onto a second disc, outlining virtually every facet of the movie's audiovisual design. There are some impressive revelations on the production, from the surprising amount of actual sets built (the seedy underbelly of Hong Kong and the sprawling Shatterdome were a blend of real locations and green screen) to the mechanical ingenuity that went into the design of the movie's towering Jaegers (they were designed as fully functional machines, even though those parts were invisible to moviegoers). All of these are fleshed out with a certain degree of professional gushing on the part of cast and crew, as well as the innocent enthusiasm of del Toro himself. His excitement and nerdiness is positively infectious, as he rattles off inspirations and ideas, sounding equal parts the hard-working professional as well as a breathless fanboy. Pacific Rim is the absolute definition of a passion project, and that passion is on display in full, both in the fantastic movie as well as its behind-the-scenes materials.


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NORMAN — The petite, brunette young woman with a bright smile behind the counter at Norman's Auto Valet car wash hardly looks like a judo champion working to get to the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.
But 21-year-old Kayla Chappell, of Moore, has been on several world teams and is moving to Colorado Springs, Colo., in about two weeks to train at the state-of-the-art U.S. Olympic Training Complex.
Chappell first began training in judo when she was 7. The judo black belt trains with two-time Olympian Patrick Burris and his wife, Kristi Burris, an Olympic team runner-up, at the USA Stars gym in Moore.
"I was a little girl with a big bow," she said. "I wanted to do wrestling because I have all brothers. I loved grappling and wrestling."
But there was no place on a wrestling team for a young girl. Judo was another matter.
Chappell spends two to four hours five or six days a week at the gym, when she's not studying as a pre-med student at Oklahoma City Community College — although she's taking a semester off to further her Olympic dream.
"You don't have a normal life," said Bronte Dake, Chappell's training partner, best friend and roommate, referring to Chappell's focus and dedication in the gym.
Chappell has been the top-ranked judo athlete in the country several years in the 52-kilo weight class, which translates to about 114 pounds. She now competes in the 57-kilo weight class, about 126 pounds. Chappell competed on two junior world teams in 2010 and 2011, competed in the adult world championships as a teenager and has dozens of trophies and medals.
Chappell has been looking for a job in Colorado to help support her quest, but the sport requires about $40,000 to $50,000 a year for traveling the world to compete and earn points that will qualify her to be on the U.S. Olympic team. She has competed in cities ranging from Rotterdam, Netherlands, to Cape Town, South Africa.


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Definition of Bosman in English:
BosmanLine breaks: Bos¦man
Pronunciation: /ˈbɒzmən /
noun[usually as modifier]
Used with reference to a European Court ruling which obliges professional football or other sports clubs to allow players over the age of 25 to move freely between clubs once their contracts have expired: the Bosman ruling Bosman signings
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- It was bad enough bringing in the Bosman ruling where a player out of contract can just up and go to wherever anyone will have him.
- The 1995 Bosman ruling gave footballers more control over their transfer dealings and consequently the ability to earn more money.
- When the Bosman ruling gave players freedom of movement once their contract with a club expired, it was widely predicted that the transfer market would collapse.
1990s: named after Jean-Marc Bosman, a Belgian footballer who brought a legal case which resulted in the ruling.
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Poulin grabs weekly AHL award
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. ... The American Hockey League announced today that Bridgeport Sound Tigers goaltender Kevin Poulin has been selected as the Reebok/AHL Player of the Week for the period ending Jan. 8, 2012.
Poulin went 4-0-0 and stopped 98 of 100 shots for a 0.48 goals-against average and a .980 save percentage, registering three consecutive shutouts and making a run at a 54-year-old AHL record.
Poulin entered the week having lost six of his previous seven decisions, but made 21 saves for his first shutout of the season in a 4-0 win over Worcester on Jan. 2. He stopped 24 shots on Jan. 4 in a 4-0 victory at Manchester on Jan. 4, and posted his third consecutive whitewash with 31 saves in a 4-0 win at Portland on Jan. 7. Poulin made 22 saves in a 3-2 shootout win in Providence on Jan. 8 but finally saw his shutout streak end at 221 minutes and 54 seconds – 27:57 shy of the all-time AHL record set by Hockey Hall of Famer Johnny Bower with the Cleveland Barons in 1957.
On the strength of his week, Poulin lowered his goals-against average for the season by half a goal (3.27 to 2.77) and added 14 points to his save percentage (.891 to .905).
A fifth-round draft pick by the New York Islanders in 2008, the 21-year-old Poulin has a record of 11-12-0 in 23 games for Bridgeport this season, and also made one start for the Islanders. The second-year pro and Montreal native split his rookie campaign between Bridgeport and Long Island also, going 10-5-0 with a 2.19 GAA and a .932 save percentage in 15 AHL contests and posting a 4-2-1 mark (2.44, .924) in 10 games with the Islanders in 2010-11.
In recognition of his achievement, Poulin will be presented with an etched crystal award prior to an upcoming Sound Tigers home game.
Also see: Past winners, AHL Player of the Week
- IceHogs' Danault finding his niche
- Hoffman hoping to stick in Ottawa
- Paek to lead Korean hockey program
- Veilleux joins Norfolk as assistant coach
- AHL time has served Connolly well
- Blues sign Welsh
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XBOX 360 Grand Theft Auto V
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Take the ride of your life in Grand Theft Auto V for Xbox 360.
Developed by series creator Rockstar North, Grand Theft Auto V is the largest and most ambitious title in the series to date, with a world bigger than GTA 4, Red Dead Redemption and GTA San Andreas combined.
You must accept the license available online at rockstargames.com/eula. Non-transferable access to special features such as exclusive, unlockable, downloadable or online content, services, or functions may require single-use serial code, additional fee and/or online account registration (13+). Violation of EULA, Code of Conduct, or other policies may result in restriction or termination of access to game or online account. Access to special features may require internet connection, may not be available to all users, and may, upon 30 days notice, be terminated, modified, or offered under different terms. The content of this videogame is purely fictional, and is not intended to represent or depict any actual event, person, or entity. The makers and publishers of this videogame do not in any way endorse, condone or encourage engaging in any conduct depicted in this videogame. Unauthorized copying, reverse engineering, transmission, public performance, rental, pay for play, or circumvention of copy protection is strictly prohibited.
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XBOX 360 250Gb Console with Halo 4, Forza Horizon and Call of Duty: Ghosts
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Complete with Halo 4 Game of the Year, Forza Horizon, Call of Duty: Ghosts and 1 month of Xbox Live Gold FREE for a limited time. Enjoy unrivaled multiplayer games online with friends, watch HD movies, TV shows, live events, music and sports. With the largest library of games, there's something for everyone. Plus, the spacious 250Gb hard drive gives you more storage. Wi-Fi is built-in for easier connection to the world of entertainment on Xbox Live, where HD movies and TV stream in an instant. Games and media content sold separately. Xbox Live Gold, additional subscriptions and/or requirements apply for some features including multiplayer gaming. See xbox.com/live.
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- 250Gb storage
- Experience the rush of high-definition gaming
- Internet connectivity
- Family settings available
Xbox 360 Watch Dogs drops you into a world where technology can be both your greatest weapon and your greatest enemy.
We all live in a world where each connection we make online leaves a digital trail that tracks our every move and milestone, our every like and dislike.
Now take on the role of genius hacker Aiden Pearce in the hunt for those who have hurt your family, using the latest technology to monitor and control all who surround you by manipulating everything connected to the city's network.
Access omnipresent security cameras, download personal information to locate a target, control traffic lights and public transportation to stop the enemy and more. Use the incredibly realistic city of Chicago as your ultimate weapon and exact your own style of revenge.
Xbox 360 Watch Dogs takes place in an open-world environment where you can use your smartphone to take real time control over the city's infrastructure. Trap your enemy in a 30-car pileup by manipulating the traffic lights. Stop a train, and then board it to evade the authorities. Narrowly escape capture by quickly raising a drawbridge. Anything connected to the city can become your weapon.
But you can't fight every battle with you phone – sometimes you'll have to take down enemies by delivering devastating blows with your baton or a gun.
Comes with: China Rising Expansion Pack - Fight for dominance across the vast and majestic Chinese mainland in four massive maps, using all-new vehicles and high-tech military equipment.
Age from 18 years.
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Settle back in the comfort of your sofa and enjoy untethered gaming with the Xbox 360 Wireless Controller.
Forget about tangled wires or not having enough reach with this essential piece of Xbox 360 kit. Now you can relax with a 30-foot range and up to 40 hours of life on the two included AA batteries.
When they run low, you're given ample warning so you can connect a Play & Charge Kit (also available - PG73017) for uninterrupted gaming.
You can also plug the Xbox 360 Wireless Headset (PG0121B) into the controller for full two-way voice communication: a wireless first.
Key features:
- 2.4 GHz wireless technology with 30-foot range
- Integrated headset port for Xbox Live play
- Adjustable vibration feedback for longer battery life
- Colour: Black
Wolfenstein: The New Order reignites the series that created the first-person shooter genre. Under development at Machine Games, a studio comprised of a seasoned group of developers recognised for their work creating story driven games, Wolfenstein offers a deep game narrative packed with action, adventure and first-person combat. Intense, cinematic and rendered in stunning detail with id Software's id Tech 5 engine, Wolfenstein sends players across Europe on a personal mission to bring down the Nazi war machine.
With the help of a small group of resistance fighters, infiltrate their most heavily guarded facilities, battle high-tech Nazi legions, and take control of super weapons that have conquered the earth - and beyond. Armed with a mysterious advanced Technology, the Nazi's unrelenting force and intimidation brought even the most powerful nations to their knees. One in which the monstrous Nazi regime has won World War II, and now rule the globe with an iron fist. You are B.J. Blazkowicz, the American war hero, and the only man capable of rewriting history.
Features: The Action and Adventure: Wolfenstein's breath taking set pieces feature intense mountain-top car chases, underwater exploration, player controlled Nazi war machines, and much more all combined to create an exhilarating action adventure experience.
The History and Setting: Set against a backdrop of an alternate 1960s, discover an unfamiliar world ruled by a familiar enemy - one that has changed and twisted history as you know it. The Arsenal and Assault: Break into secret research facilities and heavily guarded weapon stashes to upgrade your tools of destruction.
Age from 18 years.
Colour is expression with the new Rock Candy range of controllers from PDP. These great value controllers offer full functionality and compatibility with all Xbox 360 Software and accessories and are available in seven colour variations. Official Microsoft Licensed accessory.
XBOX 360 Minecraft
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Experience the Minecraft gaming phenomenon, rebuilt with new features designed for Xbox 360. Create worlds limited only by your imagination. Explore, build, and conquer alone or with your friends via split-screen mode or over Xbox LIVE. Minecraft for Xbox 360 lets you create worlds from the comfort of your sofa. Play alone or play with your friends. At night monsters come out, so make sure to build a shelter before that happens. After that, your world is your imagination.
Key game features: The infinite possibilities in Minecraft just got bigger: The gaming phenomenon comes to the console with new features designed specifically for Xbox 360. Crafting has never been faster and easier: The new crafting interface in Minecraft for Xbox 360 delivers a completely new way to build Minecraft worlds where your imagination is the only limit. Learn the basics and master essential skills faster with the all-new Tutorial mode.
Play Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition with Friends over Xbox LIVE. Combine local split screen (available on HD TVs) and Xbox LIVE play in any combination up to 8 players. Experience the all-new end-game battle with the Ender Dragon, including 8-player multi-player, revised for the console edition.
Age from 7 years.
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PLANTRONICS RIG Black Stereo Headset, Mixer for PS3, Xbox 360, PC, Mac and Mobile Devices
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The only gaming headset that lets you dial in your life without pausing your game.
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Your Games. Your Life. Your Mix. The RIG stereo headset and mixer from Plantronics Gaming keeps you connected to your mobile life and your game, so you can play more, and pause less. Connect your phone to the mixer, and with one touch, easily move from game to mobile. Take a call, dial in your favourite music, pick an EQ profile or flip back to game chat, master your own mix without leaving the game. Add Life to Your Game. With swappable mics, RIG also rolls with you, change out the boom mic for the stealth inline and take your music or gaming on-the-go.
No matter where you go, the audio is stunning, with precision stereo and crystal-clear voice. With the versatility to game on PC/Mac, Xbox 360, PS3, smartphones, and tablets, RIG delivers your games, your life, and your mix. Master the Mix. Feel the game and boost your music with serious gaming gear from Plantronics. Precision stereo, crystal-clear voice quality, and three EQ profiles: Pure. Intensify. Seismic.
- Mixer connects and mixes mobile phone with game audio
- Interchangeable gaming boom mic and inline mic
- Connects to PC/Mac, Xbox 360, PS3, smartphones, and tablets
- Three EQ profiles: Pure. Intensify. Seismic
- 40 mm speaker drivers
Lego Pirates of the Caribbean: The Video Game coincides with the release of the film Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. The game is based on the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise and its story line covers all four films.
- For more information on Disney Movie rewards please go to: www.disneymovierewards.co.uk
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Fight for the future of Earth and Cybertron when 2 worlds collide in Transformers Rise of the Dark Spark for Xbox 360.
This third-person action shooter brings together the Transformers movie and Cybertron universes in one awesome adventure that's more than meets the eye.
There's up to 40 playable characters including Autobots Optimus Prime and Bumblebee, as well as the evil Decepticon Megatron.
You can transform from vehicle to robot mode and back again whenever you want, as you fight your way through both Earth and Cybertron to secure the legendary Dark Spark and save the universe from destruction.
For even more action you can take part in epic multi-player battles, including 4 player co-op.
Useful info:
- Over 40 playable characters
- Change between robot and vehicle at any time
- Epic multi-player battles
- Expanded four-player co-op online
- Age from 12 years
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XBOX 360 250Gb Console with Optional 3 or 12 Months Xbox Live
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The Xbox 360 features built-in Wi-Fi, giving you a wealth of entertainment on Xbox LIVE, where HD movies and TV stream in an instant.
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A 250GB hard drive means you'll have plenty of space to store your favourite games and movies.
It's ready for the controller-free experiences of Kinect - you don't use a controller to play the game, you are the controller!
Kinect brings games and entertainment to life in extraordinary new ways. Kinect is designed to get everyone off the couch moving, laughing and cheering.
You can even control an HD movie with a wave of the hand. Featuring a dedicated, specialized port, the Xbox 360 250GB is built to connect seamlessly with the Kinect Sensor (sold separately - see PZ557).
Xbox LIVE brings a world of entertainment to you. Instantly stream movies and TV from Netflix in crystal-clear HD, or download game add-ons like new levels, characters, maps and songs.
Easily jump right into online multiplayer fun and play along with friends around the world.
Connect more accessories and storage solutions with five USB ports - there's also an Ethernet port and HDMI output.
The new Xbox 360 also runs whisper quiet, due to having one fan instead of two, allowing you to play games and watch films without interference.
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- 250Gb hard drive
- Xbox Kinect compatible
- Built-in 802.11n Wi-Fi
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Xbox 360 Resident Evil 6
Iconic zombie game Resident Evil returns with Resident Evil 6 – as the threat of the walking dead hangs over the world, you take control of Leon, Helena, Chris and a mysterious fourth character in intertwining storylines as they fight to unlock puzzles and save the world.
With an updated control system, Resident Evil 6 now allows players to shoot while moving, slide, roll and take cover, so you can stay mobile against the threat of zombies and other enemies.
Resident Evil 6 even feature a multiplayer mode so you can play online with friends, and loads of downloadable content.
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- Multiple intertwining campaigns
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The Westborough High School Class of 2014 is holding a fundraiser featuring WHS alum and America's Got Talent semi-finalist mindreader Eric Dittleman at 7 p.m. Dec. 12 in the high school auditorium.
Tickets are $10 before the show and $15 at the door. Tickets can be bought at the WHS main office.


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Home » News » Crime
Manchester man accused of pulling fire alarm
Police said Aaron Brunelle, 26, had shown up at a South Beech Street apartment several times, repeatedly buzzing his ex-girlfriend's apartment and demanding to be let into the building. She refused, but he gained access "somehow" and began banging on and kicking her door, police said in a release.
Brunelle wasn't at the building when police arrived, but showed up again Tuesday afternoon. He ran away, but a police dog found him hiding behind a tree several blocks away, police said.
Police: Man tried to sell stolen jewelry
A local man who allegedly led police on car chase on Monday was arrested after police identified him as the man who had pawned stolen jewelry at several pawn shops.
Ciechon was charged with disobeying a police officer, several motor vehicle violations, nine counts of receiving stolen property and nine counts of theft.
A local man who allegedly fired a gun at a car was arrested Monday on charges of criminal threatening and reckless conduct.
Police said Abdallah Hassan, 25, approached two men outside the Seven Eleven store on Maple Street about 10:15 p.m. Monday and pulled out a gun. He was apparently upset over a past dispute, police said.
A local man who allegedly slashed and punched his ex-girlfriend's new boyfriend Monday night was arrested on assault charges.Police said Zachariah Head, 19, approached the passenger side of his ex-girlfriend's car and, while holding a knife, threatened to kill her new boyfriend. The other man put up his hands and feet to deflect the attack and was cut on the hand. Head then reached in through the window and punched the other man in the face before running away.
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Alewives and leeches; fireworks in the rain
Coco is back in jail, but maybe not for long
VA woes across the country led NH to reforms
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Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney unquestionably hopes Americans would just move past his off-the-cuff comments secretly taped during a speech to donors.
But for almost half of Americans, it will be difficult. And the rest of Americans ought to wonder about Romney's thought process too.
Romney characterized "47 percent" of the people as being inclined to support President Barack Obama. Romney said that those 47 percent of Americans are dependent on government and they pay no federal income taxes.
Romeny said as president he would not worry about those people.
"I'll never convince them they should take personal responsibility and care for their lives," he said.
Nine out of 10 people who pay no taxes earn less than $50,000 a year. Many of those people are seniors. Others are working families. A family of four earning less than $26,400 a year would pay no federal income tax. There are many people who pay taxes or paid taxes before retirement who are somewhat dependent on the government. Twenty-six percent of Americans receive assistance through Medicaid, and 16 percent collect benefits from Social Security.
Romney initially explained only that his comments were not "elegantly stated" but did not apologize for his comments. By Wednesday, he had shifted to argue that as president he believes that his job is to improve the lives of 100 percent of Americans. He has made clear how he will improve the lives of the wealthy, but he has never provided much clarity about how he will help the middle and lower classes.
Those who deal with the poor on a regular basis know that many of the people now seeking government assistance or other aid would like to take responsibility for their lives.
Workers did not shut factories and move jobs overseas. The middle class did not manipulate the banking system to profit from the collapse of the housing market.


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Borrowing a line from a Jerry Reed song, one could say that a comprehensive Marcellus shale bill faces a long way to go, and a short time to get there.
That was House Judiciary Chairman Tim Miley's apt analysis Tuesday of one of this session's key items, one that could affect the promising exploration of natural gas in West Virginia.
What complicates the issue for the House is that the bill is attempting to address four key areas.
Since it is double-referenced, the finance committee must take it up after Miley's panel finishes its work.
And the finance panel faces no small task in the days ahead, Miley emphasized.
"I don't know that it's dead per se," said Miley, D-Harrison.
"But it's got a long road to go and a short time to get there."
Marcellus shale is a far-reaching reserve of natural gas that stretches from the north-central counties of West Virginia to New York, bearing the promise of a major economic boon to regions where it is extracted.
Finance members in the House are struggling with some other heavy matters besides Marcellus shale, he pointed out.
Among them are proposed pay raises for teachers and state employees, a 1 percent rollback in the food tax, homestead exemption, and possibly higher pay for every judge from magistrate to the Supreme Court.
Adding the Marcellus legislation to that already loaded agenda imposes a heavy burden, Miley said.
Possibly, he said, the judiciary panel could seek a waiver to keep the gas proposal from being shipped to the finance panel.
"If it relates to having a fiscal impact on the state, positively or negatively, we probably won't want to waive, and ought not to waive," Miley said.
"We were hoping to pass a comprehensive bill that would regulate four big areas that directly impact the citizens out there in our state."
Damage to roads by heavy equipment is one such area.
A second one is the regulation of sources from which drillers draw water in the hydro-fracking wells.
"A third is the forced pooling issue that would allow the gas companies to create large pools, or tracts, of land so they can make maximum use of horizontal wells," the judiciary chairman said.
And, the fourth, but certainly not least, entails the rights of landowners "in light of the huge footprint that now occupies someone's land, compared to the traditional vertical wells," Miley said.
Of those arenas, one has been excised from the bill — the pooling issue.
Among the remaining ones, the water quality issue could stir the most passions.
Miley said this embraces a wide gamut of issues — the source of water, how it is used, the kinds of chemicals dumped into it, and disposal or recycling of used water.
"There are just a lot of issues that affect a lot of interested groups and individuals in the state of West Virginia," he said.
Next Wednesday is what is known in legislative parlance as "crossover day," meaning the deadline for each chamber to get its own bills sent out.
"It doesn't look terribly promising to get a comprehensive bill," Miley acknowledged.
"But we hope we at least to get a bill that addresses specific areas of need that really have an urgency behind them."
Even if the bill fizzles in the next 2 1/2 weeks, he said, there is always the prospect of taking it up in a study group, or anticipated special sessions in the months ahead.
"It's not dead, but it's on life support," Miley added.
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Balancing Act
Miley sees Marcellus bill not dead, on life support
Borrowing a line from a Jerry Reed song, one could say that a comprehensive Marcellus shale bill faces a long way to go, and a short time to get there.
- Balancing Act
Monroe residents express opinions on Marcellus shale proposal
Residents of Monroe County are weighing in on recent proposals by Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin and other lawmakers to utilize the Marcellus shale for economic development.
Renewables part of a diverse energy port
Natural gas may drastically alter the economic landscape of West Virginia, but the Marcellus shale development has some West Virginians wondering why time, money and effort aren't being directed into developing a robust renewable energy industry in West Virginia instead.
Natural gas may soften the blow of declining coal prices
Diversification of the state's energy market could guard West Virginia from a predicted decline in coal prices.
Coal industry leaders welcome natural gas, say both benefit W.Va.
Editor's Note: The Register-Herald is publishing an exclusive series of reports focusing on natural gas and the Marcellus shale, concluding today. More than 20 stories were developed through dozens of interviews conducted by Register-Herald Reporter Taylor Kuykendall.
Coal's history provides lessons for state, industry to use to ensure gas impact is positive
As the natural gas industry, boosted in large part by Marcellus shale wells, grows in West Virginia, people have been looking to the West Virginia coal industry for lessons from the past.
- Training tomorrow's drillers
Shale development lessens dependence on foreign energy
The development of the Marcellus shale, in addition to the state's other energy resources, could make West Virginia a major player in weaning the U.S. from its dependence on foreign oil sources.
- Boom could mean changes in state's economy
Marcellus shale will strengthen an already healthy gas industry
While there are downsides to what some are calling the "industrialization of West Virginia," some believe the potentially tremendous economic impact of the Marcellus shale will be a "game-changer" for a state long dependent on the coal industry.
Not just the North: Boom to affect all
Much of the buzz from the Marcellus shale gas industry has been rightly focused on a handful of northern West Virginia counties, but impacts are likely to spread throughout the state.
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Fashion-forward teens and young adults often face the perplexity of having a full closet, yet still "nothing to wear." They're also usually on a budget. Enter: Plato's Closet — a national chain of stores that buy and sell gently used brand-name clothing and accessories for teens and 20-somethings.
The Lehigh Valley's first Plato's Closet at 1922 Catasauqua Road in the Valley Plaza shopping center (next to Yocco's) in Hanover Township, Lehigh County, opened for buying only June 10. It will begin selling items at up to 70 percent off mall retail prices during a grand opening on Thursday.
"It typically takes about six weeks to fill up a store with inventory," said Ryan Simmons, who co-owns the store with his wife, Julie. "And what you see in the front of the store is only about half of our stock. We like to keep as much in storage, so we can replenish the racks with fresh items each day."
Male and female apparel, organized by style, color and size, includes popular brands such as American Eagle, Hollister and Abercrombie & Fitch. The store also carries accessories, including hats, jewelry, sunglasses and bags.
A key difference between Plato's Closet and consignment shops is the payment of cash for goods upfront. At consignment shops, you do not receive payment until your clothing or other items are sold at a later date.
"We take on all of the risk," Simmons said. "But we're selective in what we buy. We take about 5 percent of what we look at — only buying the latest styles in great condition. We also won't buy something if we have too much of it already in stock."
According to store manager Kellen Simmons, son of Ryan and Julie, a critical part of their operation lies in communicating well with customers.
"Our buyers make sure to let customers know why we can't buy certain items and suggest other items that are needed at that time," Kellen Simmons said. "They're also trained to identify counterfeit items."
The 5,000-square-foot store, complete with nine dressing rooms, is the former space of Supercuts Training Center and Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions. It marks the third Plato's Closet for the Allentown couple, who also operate stores in Dickson City and Vestal, N.Y.
"We're very hands on and try to get to each location about three to four times per week," said Ryan Simmons. "My Toyota 4-Runner has 370,000 miles on it, and my Lexus that I bought last year has 130,000 miles."
Info: 610-443-5033 or http://www.platosclosetallentown.com.
A tip from Mike Bedics of Bethlehem led me to confirm that a business just east of Plato's Closet is no longer serving pizza and hot dogs, among other items, in the Shopper's Village shopping center in Bethlehem. The owner of Dad's Pizza and Dogs at 2362 Catasauqua Road (next to Carvel Ice Cream) seems to have disconnected the shop's phone number and locked its door for good.
A June 6 post on the company's Facebook page reads, "We should know by the end of the week if we can reopen under new ownership and new name 'Village Pizza and Grill' same great food and new look."
A Facebook message asking someone from the company to contact me garnered no result. I'll keep an eye out for developments.
Following last Sunday's mention of a Checkers coming to the former Arby's at 2585 Easton Ave. in Bethlehem, I was inundated with phone calls and emails informing me of another Checkers coming to South Fourth Street in Allentown.
Unfortunately, the company's website does not show restaurants that are "coming soon," so I was unable to learn about its construction last week. I originally said the Bethlehem location would be the first in the Lehigh Valley, and it looks like this still holds true.
Checkers spokesman Greg Avdoian said a grand opening for the Bethlehem restaurant is set for Thursday while the Allentown eatery is scheduled to open sometime in August.
Just next door to the future Allentown Checkers, a new CVS/pharmacy is holding a grand opening today. According to CVS's director of public relations Mike DeAngelis, the 13,000-square-foot store at 315 W. Emmaus Ave. is replacing a 9,000-square-foot CVS/pharmacy across the street.
The new 24-hour store will feature increased parking, expanded food department, pharmacy drive-thru, and digital photo café where customers can customize and print digital and smartphone pictures. The pharmacy will also expand to 24-hour operations.
Northampton Borough Farmers Market held a ribbon cutting Tuesday on Main Street between 20th and 21st streets, near the Roxy Theatre. It will be open 3-7 p.m. Tuesdays through late September.


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Kalamazoo, MI- The Kalamazoo Wings, proud member of the ECHL, three-time defending North Division Champions and National Hockey League affiliate to the Vancouver Canucks, and American Hockey League's Chicago Wolves announce that defenseman Mike Matczak has been loaned to the Manchester Monarchs.
Matczak, who started the season in the training camp of Monarchs, has one assist in eight games this year with the K-Wings.
By heading to Manchester, Matczak becomes the second member of the K-Wings to be either reassigned or loaned to an AHL club.
The K-Wings will wrap up the week this afternoon during an early 3 p.m. matinee versus the Fort Wayne Komets on Child Safety Day.
The 3 p.m. encounter will be the first half of a doubleheader with the Kalamazoo Jr. K-Wings facing-off against the Port Huron Fighting Falcons immediately after. Fans purchasing a ticket to the K-Wings game will get into the J-Wings game for FREE.
In between games, Wings Stadium will be offering a food and beverage special, which will feature an all-you-can-eat buffet for $7.95 for adults and $4.95 for kids (14 and under). The buffet will include Macaroni and Cheese, Boneless Wings, Hot Dogs, French Fries, Salad with toppings and Cookies and Brownies.
Single-game and season tickets for the 2012-2013 season are on sale at the Wings Stadium Ticket Office. Ticket Office hours are Monday-Friday 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Saturday's. To charge tickets by phone, please call Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000.
Tickets for all K-Wings home games are $13 and $17.50 for adults and only $7 for kids ages 14 and under. The price for all K-Wings premium night games (all colored ice games and New Year's Eve game) are just $1 more.
Fans can save money by purchasing K-Wings single-game tickets in advance because tickets purchased on the day of a game increase by $2 (adults only).
For more information about Mike Matczak being loaned the Manchester Monarchs, please contact Mike Modugno, director of public relations and broadcaster at (269) 226-0384.


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Gas prices have dropped again, just in time for holiday shopping.
A sudden plunge in gas prices mean you can get gas right now (at 12:01 a.m., Dec. 15) for $3.10 per gallon.
As seems to be the norm, three Avon stations were showing the lowest local prices. Circle K on Chester, Pilot Travel and BP, both on Colorado had gas at $3.10 a gallon.
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The tab also features traffic hot spots and construction areas not just locally, but wherever you're going.


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Stephen Colbert talks SB 1070 decision
We here in Arizona know how important the SB 1070 decision is, but sometimes it's fun to have a laugh at our own expense.
Of course, Comedy Central's Stephen Colbert couldn't resist weighing in. You can watch the video for yourself below.
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Kerry San Chirico '92 and wife Sheri—a daughter, Xenia Priya, on October 21. Xenia joins big sisters Lucy and Brigid. The family recently returned from India, where Kerry was conducting his dissertation research.
Kerry P.C. San Chirico '92 received his doctorate in religious studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. He is now Assistant Professor of Religion at the University of Hawai'i, Manoa, where he teaches Global Christianities and Indian religions.
Patty Del Santo Sackinsky '92 and her husband Brian welcomed a baby boy, Joseph Lawrence, on February 3, 2011. Joseph joins siblings, Maggie (13), Mary Kate (9), Thomas (6), Benjamin (5). The family resides in Shrewsbury, Ma.
Kate Rushford Murray '92 was elected chairwoman of the board of directors for the Women's Fund of New Hampshire. Murray currently lives in New Castle, Del., with her husband, David, and also serves on the board of the Music Hall in Portsmouth and the Advisory Council of the Currier Muesum of Art in Manchester.
Xavier Romano M.A. '92 writes, "After taking on a consultancy in Saudi Arabia during the 'Arab Spring' near the Yemen boarder, and witnessing one Tahrir Square protest in Cairo, I found myself back in California in April 2012 taking on the role as Fresno campus director of Alliant International University. After more than a year in Fresno I have a newfound respect for Silicon Valley, the Bay Area, and a dozen years in the 'wilderness' of Illinois while at Knox College! Good to be back in California—and my time in the Middle East prepped me well for the heat of Central California. ;-)"
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Luis J. Rodriguez '89, J.D. '92 was among five attorneys certified in July for the State Bar Board of Governors. He was elected, along with Gretchen Nelson, to represent District 7, which encompasses Los Angeles County. Elected to serve a three-year term, Luis will be sworn in at the State Bar's annual meeting on September 25. Luis Rodriguez, a Los Angeles County deputy public defender, is a former member of the State Board of Education, a former president of the Mexican American Bar Association, and former chair of the State Bar's Council on Access and Fairness.
Jeff '92, J.D. '96 and Molly (Foy) Rich '92 welcomed their third baby, Findlay George Rich, on June 12, 2010. Finn joins his older brother, Jeffrey Jr. (8) and sister, Caeleigh (6) in Palo Alto where Molly works in real estate. Jeff is currently Assistant General Counsel at Juniper Networks.
Jonathan Rende MBA '92 joined Appcelerator, a mobile platform company, as vice president of products. Previously, he was vice president and general manager for HP software's application lifecycle management business. With more than 20 years of experience in the industry, Rende has held various product roles at Informix, Lockheed, and Mercury.
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Allison (Clinton) Rak '92 writes, "I'm living in San Carlos, Calif., and am married to Adam Rak—we recently celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary. We have three daughters, ages 10, 7, and 5. I own a boutique consulting firm, Vatoca Partners, specializing in consumer insight and innovation. I'm really looking forward to reconnecting with my SCU classmates at our reunion in October!"
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Scott Olsen '92 and wife Barbara (Hehir) Olsen J.D. '96, a boy, Mark Edward, on June 30, 2011. He joins his brother William (4), and sister Morgan (9). The family resides in San Jose, Calif.
Ryan Oconnor '92 and Stephanie O'Connor welcomed a son, Cameron, on April 21st. Cam joins big sister Kaitlyn Reese, 4, in the family's Boulder, Colo. home.
Micki O'Brien '92 is a special education teacher working with sixth to eighth graders with moderate to severe disabilities. Living in Southern California, she spends most of her free time at the beach.
The CBS crime series Criminal Minds, starring Shemar Moore '92 as Derek Morgan, has announced its renewal for a 10th season. Moore played Malcolm Winters on The Young and the Restless for eight years, leaving in September 2005. He hosted Soul Train from 2000 to 2003.
Tacia C. Miller '92 and Adrian W. Hawkins were wed on Sept. 4, 2010 at their vineyard in Hood River, Oregon. The couple resides in Hood River, Oregon.
Rachel (Bell) '92 and Kevin Melia '91 announce the birth of daughter Nicole Mary on July 28, 2008. Nicole joins big brother, Nathan, 3. Rachel is a self-employed marketing consultant. Kevin works for Storm Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm in Menlo Park. The family lives in Los Altos.
Matt Maese '92 married Darcy Yaley (UND '96) on August 28, 1999. Marriage Convalidation at St. Simon Parish July 28, 2012.
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Elisa (Eidson) Lotti '89, M.A. '92 married George Lotti '90 in 1997. She is a currently the project specialist at Sylvandale Middle School in San Jose, Calif., and was a teacher for 20 years prior to changing educational roles. Lisa and George live in the Willow Glen area of San Jose, where they also run Unconditional Love Animal Rescue and Placement, a nonprofit organization that has rescued approximately 2500 animals from local shelter euthanasia lists since its inception in 1999. In their spare time, they love wine tasting, golf, Tahoe, and snuggling their four kitties and two pups.
Paul Lindblad '88, MBA '92 writes, "At the start of the year we relocated to Shanghai where I have taken over responsiblity for Wacker Chemical's business in China. My wife Monica '90 and my two daugters are settling back into Asia, though they are missing friends in Germany. They still get to summer and see family at Christmas at our place in Incline Village, but China is a far cry from Germany!"
Bob Lewis '92 is Sr. Director Business Development at Concur Technologies, Inc. He and his wife Krista live in Redmond, Wash., with their daughter Addison, age 6 1/2 and son Spencer, age 5.
Joseph Bo Katzakian '92 has opened a private law practice in the Santa Clara valley, serving the entire south Bay Area region.
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Michael R. Johnson '92, M.A. '93 has been hired as the new Middle School Principal at Escuela Campo Alegre, an international school in Caracas, Venezuela. He will be moving to Caracas in August along with his wife Christina, daughter Danielle (9), and son Derek (6). Mike is currently assistant principal at Carmichael Middle School in Richland, WA.
Michael R. Johnson '92, M.S. '93 is completing his fourth year as Middle School Principal at Escuela Campo Alegre, an international school in Caracas, Venezuela. Recently he was appointed to the Middle School Principal position at the Anglo-American School of Moscow for the 2014-2015 school year. He will move to Moscow this summer with his wife, Christina, daughter Danielle (14), and son Derek (11).
Michele Hales J.D. '92 is the managing partner at Hales & Hales, a San Jose Familly Law Firm, with offices in both Santa Clara and San Benito Counties. She is the President of the Board of Directors of Emmaus House, a domestic violence shelter in San Benito County, and is Vice President of the Baler Backers Athletic Organization, a nonprofit group which provides funding to the Athletic Department of San Benito High School. Michele and her husband Chris live in Hollister, Calif. with their three very active children.