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A story July 8 misidentified the chemical switch the Durham water utility made at its Brown treatment plant. It stopped using ferric chloride. It started using aluminum sulfate.
DURHAM -- The city water utility this week stopped using a chemical treatment that is suspected of causing lead to contaminate drinking water in an apartment complex and more than a dozen homes.
The utility abandoned the use of aluminum sulfate at its Brown treatment plant and replaced it with ferric chloride. Both help remove particles, but aluminum sulfate -- known as alum -- might produce fewer chemical contaminants downstream.
Virginia Tech professor Marc Edwards said Durham's switch to alum in 2003 probably altered the ratio of chloride and sulfate in city water. That makes water highly corrosive and likely to leach lead from solder in residential plumbing parts, Edwards said. The EPA requires utilities to limit corrosiveness.
Durham was alerted to lead in water at some city homes in May after a child was diagnosed with lead poisoning. Health officials traced the source to a drinking faucet in an apartment complex where the child had lived. Later tests arranged by the health department turned up lead in apartments and homes nearby.
The city utility intends to retest 11 homes with elevated lead near the complex using its standard protocol, which asks residents to remove aerators from kitchen taps the night before retrieving water samples. But that approach won't duplicate what most people consume after turning on their tap, Edwards has said.
Edwards and the Environmental Protection Agency have found that lead particles trapped in aerators can be the source of lead contamination in water.
"Sampling with the aerator on is more representative of actual consumer exposure, although EPA provides no guidance to utilities on this potentially important issue," Edwards said.
Durham has people remove aerators before the tests because it advises customers to remove and clean them them regularly, utility officials say.
Staff writer Catherine Clabby can be reached at 956-2414 or email@example.com.


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PLAISTOW - What more wonderful way to commence the season's festivities than to join with family and friends for an afternoon of music and merriment? The Timberlane Community Band invites one and all to their annual Holiday Concert, Sun., December 2, at the Timberlane Performing Arts Center, Greenough Road, Plaistow. Tuba Christmas will commence the musical program at 2:00 p.m., with the Community Band's performance at 3:00 p.m.
Whether your tastes run to traditional carols and medleys or more modern renditions, there will be something for everyone, and the selections made by Directors Tony DiBartolomeo and John Mainella will not disappoint.
It is rumored that Santa, accompanied by elves, might just make an appearance, lending his deep, baritone Ho Ho Ho's to the melodic line, enchanting both the young and young at heart, with some small gifts for the children as well!
In addition, with a promise NOT to "steal Christmas," the Grinch responded to the band's invitation, and he, too, will be joining us.
The concert is free and refreshments will be provided by Community Band members. For more information, please contact Rick Incollingo at 603.898 4959 or view our website at www.timberlanecommunityband.org Hope to see you there!

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Who's watching you?
From your computer to your cell phone, a wide range of cookies and other surveillance technology is being used to track all kinds of things about you.
FOX Chicago found out how you can do to protect yourself.
Bad guys are prowling the parking lots looking for Beamers, Benzes and big SUVs equipped with GPS navigators.
"On those devices are your address and just about everything about you," retired police officer Steven Rogers said. "You're actually setting yourself up to become a target"
What happens next?
When your head towards the stadium to take your seat, the bad guy heads for your car to grab your GPS. He'll find out where you live.
On your GPS, never identify your address as "home." Never leave cell phones or navigators in your car. Finally, please don't post your vacation plans on Facebook.
If you've got a smart phone -- you're on the grid -- and trackable.
Mobile apps like Four Square and Groupon track not just your location, they also note where you shop, the brands you buy and the company you keep.
"We allow these technologies to be woven into the fabric of our lives," social media specialist Shelly Palmer said.
Their objective: to make you buy things you don't need, with money you don't have.
The bottom line is, be careful who you let know where you are, and where your going.


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Bill Burt
The Eagle-Tribune
---- — Editor's Note: Now that the disastrous Red Sox season is over, the NHL is in a lockout, the Celtics are in pre-season, and Bill Belichick still doesn't answer questions, sports columnist Bill Burt has time to turn his attention to the full-contact sport of presidential politics.
I went to watch the second of three presidental debates in my family room and, well, a heavyweight fight broke out.
Yes, it was a sportswriter's dream.
In fact, my only wish as the debate was 15 minutes old was that some political operative could have slipped in two pairs of 16-ounce boxing gloves.
Honestly, there were two, maybe three times, when President Barack Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney, stood face to face, about a right hook away from each other, talking tough.
I loved it. Everybody loved it.
This is what politics should be about: passion and more passion. Sometimes, somebody gets a little heated. So what?
Facts and issues? They're overrated. We've heard all of this stuff before about taxes, immigration, terrorism, gas prices, unemployment, jobs, etc.
Sure, we've got opinions on all of the above, but that's not what these debates are about. I'm a part-time follower of this and I had heard every argument last night at least a dozen times.
These debates more represent how our representatives think on their feet, literally, and show some leadership in a public setting. I like it. There are no scripts, only issues and, well, jabs.
Quite frankly, Obama was a church mouse in Denver in the first debate, which I watched in its entirety. His obsession with trying to look cool and suave, a problem he always has I believe, killed his half-hearted arguments and efforts.
Obama apparently read the polls and heard the pundits who said he was a punching bag for Romney, "the bully," last time out, leading to a recent surge for Romney's candidacy and making this race very close to even.
But the president earned a lot of points by coming to fight last night. He was ornery throughout the night and, to his credit, didn't take Romney's criticism sitting down.
My early thoughts on the debate were this: It's about time you fight for your job, Mr. President.
As for Romney, he was solid. He's always solid. I don't know if I'd want to have a beer with the guy, but I'd sure love him to take charge of my 401(k). He's got "leader" written all over him. He's a confident man.
There were moments last night that I thought both men were stars.
Obama's closing two minutes, focusing on Romney's knucklehead comments about 47 percent of the country on the government dole, was magnificent, the best punch of the two debates.
The other big haymaker Obama scored was when he methodically added up Romney's $8 trillion in cuts or lost revenue. Romney had a weak answer for it, basically answering, "Trust me, my new economy will make up for those cuts."
Advantage Obama.
But Romney's two-minute carving up of the last four years of "failed" Obama policies, while answering the question from the disgruntled African-American and former Obama supporter, was a big knockdown by the challenger.
Romney also seemed to jab Obama incessantly over his "lack of a energy" policy, with a lot of success.
As soon as the debate was over I immediately went to the two biggest networks/supporters of these two candidates, MSNBC (Obama) and FOX News (Romney) for their thoughts.
MSNBC's Chris Matthews, with some insane scoring system only he could understand, had Obama winning 6-1-3, over the 10 main issues covered. I laughed. It sort of reminded me of the old WWF and Captain Lou Albano pushing the cause for his wrestler.
And Fox News basically gave the nod to Obama, in a close decision, which was more in line to what I was thinking.
Anyway, it was my pleasure to cover. It was a competitive 90 minutes of sporting action, as good as the Patriots-Seahawks game on Sunday night.
As for Debate No. 3, my advice to the moderators is I wouldn't waste the 90 minutes on jobs and foreign policy. Obama vs. Romney would be a fair fight, mano y mano, with nicely padded gloves: the slick kid vs. the cagey veteran.
I'm game to do this again, if they're game.
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Not even Tim Tebow can help the Florida softball team against Washington
- 9:47 am Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009 by Post Staff
The Florida softball team received a phone call before Monday's game from someone who knows a thing or two about winning a national championship.
"I just wanted to encourage them and let them know that we're all thinking and praying for them and they just got a lot of support here in Gator Nation," Tim Tebow said live on ESPN2 last night during the broadcast of Game 1 of the Women's College World Series between Florida and Washington. "They've had a great season so far, and just remember to stay focused for hopefully two more games, and they're going to have something they're going to remember the rest of their lives."
"Don't let the moment go by, make every moment count, 'cause when it's all said and done that's what you're going to remember. Just remember it and love your teammates and have a great time out there."
The speech worked at halftime of January's BCS Championship Game, but not on Monday. Moments after Tebow hung up the phone, Washington scored four runs on one play thanks to a bases-clearing single and error, and cruised to an 8-0 victory to put the Huskies one win away from the national title.


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---- — DERRY — The Derry Farmers Market has several weeks to go, offering visitors a chance to choose some fresh produce and other handcrafted items from a list of local and regional growers and vendors.
The market on Manning Street continues every Wednesday through September, then moves to the parking lot at Derry Feed and Supply for several weeks in October. The market runs weekly from 3 to 7 p.m.


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The Purdue Boilermakers announced late Monday night that starting linebacker Dwayne Beckford has been suspended indefinitely following his latest arrest. The senior finished second on the team in tackles last year with 91 to cap off a pretty solid junior year.
Beckford was arrested in December on a drunken-driving charge, eventually pleading guilty to operating a vehicle while intoxicated and illegal consumption of alcoholic beverages in July. He was also arrested for possession of paraphernalia and synthetic drugs, but this latest incident was due to an apparent violation of probation.
Coach Danny Hope made the announcement late Monday, saying Beckford was arrested for what he described as a violation of Beckford's "probationary status.'' Hope says the school will examine details of what happened before determining Beckford's long-term status at Purdue.
It'll be interesting to see the next step in his career ... particularly whether it's with the Boilermakers.
For more on the Boilermakers, be sure to visit Hammer and Rails.


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DNS Belgium manages domain names for the .be extension and recently also .vlaanderen and .brussels.The fact that domain names are often confused with URLs is not surprising, even though they are two different things.
The coming weeks we will be using this blog to share some insights about domain names with you.
We recently received reports detailing a far-reaching type of fraud. The fraudsters reserve a domain name that strongly resembles the actual domain name of a web shop and build an accurate replica of the site of this web shop.
Every year for many years now, DNS Belgium has organised 3 to 4 meetings with some fifteen committed .be registrars.


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SWIMMER Nyree Kindred hosted a special training session this week with Ellie Simmonds, who has been shortlisted for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.
Nyree was among seven British medallists from London 2012 who led Tuesday's session for aspiring Olympians and Paralympians at Swansea's National Pool.
She helped lead a mixed group of 20 disabled and able-bodied youngsters, from the Swim Wales disability talent ID programme and local swimming clubs.
Nyree, from Hereford, said: "As a mum and a Paralympic medallist, I hope we can build on the momentum from London and get more children involved in the sport."
Nyree is a member of the British Gas GBR Disability Swimming Team. British Gas has been the principal partner of British Swimming since 2009 and is encouraging everyone in Britain to discover the benefits of swimming.
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Table of Contents - Additional Volunteer Policies B.1.
B.1.1 University of Maine Cooperative Extension's Volunteer Philosophy and Definition of a Volunteer
Philosophy Statement - The University of Maine Cooperative Extension engages volunteers through educational experiences that extend the reach of our programs to strengthen local communities. We believe volunteers deserve to be treated with respect, matched with a relevant assignment, provided with high-quality training and recognized in meaningful ways. In return, volunteers will learn new skills, celebrate their own personal development and be inspired to share their time, talent and wisdom within the area they have been trained.
Definition of a Volunteer - A University of Maine Cooperative Extension "volunteer" is anyone who without "taxable compensation" performs a task at the direction of a staff member and on behalf of Extension. Unless specifically stated, volunteers shall not be considered as "employees" of Extension and are not covered by workers' compensation insurance.
Extension "volunteers" must be:
1. enrolled or registered,
2. provided with orientation and/or training, and
3. engaged in projects or assigned duties that are approved by an Extension staff member.
B.1.2 Volunteer Application Process
The following 4-H volunteers must complete the 4-H Youth Development Volunteer Application process:
- those who have more than eight (8) hours of contact in a leadership or advisory role with 4-H members per year;
- all drivers and chaperones at 4-H events; and
- All members of the Maine 4-H Animal Science Committees.
These volunteers must complete the following steps.
- Complete a volunteer application: Word | PDF. Applications are also available by contacting a local county extension office.
- Successfully complete a State Bureau of Investigation background check (PDF) conducted by University of Maine Human Resources. This form is available by contacting a local county extension office. [See Section B.1.4, Volunteer Background Checks]
- Interview and be approved by county 4-H staff and/or a county volunteer screening committee.
- Submit the names of at least two references. Reference checks may extend beyond the persons listed on the application. On the application, the applicant's permission is requested to extend the reference check to other persons suggested to us in the course of contacting the given references. Occasionally, the office also may receive unsolicited information about an applicant. All information received is evaluated in the selection process on the basis of the UMaine Extension Volunteer Standards of Behavior
- Sign the UMaine Extension Volunteer Standards of Behavior Form (PDF).
- Complete the required 4-H volunteer training for their specific volunteer responsibilities.
- Enroll each year as a 4-H volunteer. (Note: New volunteers can enroll at any time during the year. Re-enrollment period is between October 1 and December 30 of each year.)
Other adults who support the 4-H program do not complete an application form. The interaction of these individuals should be under the direction of enrolled, certified volunteers. The enrolled 4-H volunteer is offered protection by the University of Maine's liability insurance policy (see Section A.1.5). The Good Samaritan Law and the Volunteer Protection Act may provide protection for other volunteers.
Volunteer applications may be declined based on information received in the application process. Prior to making the decision to decline an application, the 4-H staff member should consult with the 4-H Program Administrator.
B.1.3 Volunteer Training
All 4-H volunteers who spend more than eight hours of contact time with 4-H members per year, all drivers and chaperones for 4-H events, and all members of 4-H Animal Science Committees are required to complete Volunteer Orientation and Leadership Training). There are two training options for new 4-H volunteers, online or in-person. Speak with your local county Extension 4-H staff person to determine which option is right for you.
B.1.4 Volunteer Background Checks
For all new 4-H volunteers age 18 or older, the University of Maine Office of Human Resources will complete a criminal background check covering all counties/states/countries in which a volunteer has lived during the past ten years. There is no cost to the 4-H volunteer.
The potential volunteer completes the Supplemental Application Form for Volunteer Positions Requiring State Bureau of Investigation Checks. The form is mailed to the University of Maine Office of Human Resources. The county 4-H staff is informed of the outcome of the background check.
Personnel who work in Maine school systems are required by the Maine Department of Education to have a background check. In lieu of a background check through the University of Maine Office of Human Resources, potential volunteers who currently work for a Maine school system can provide a copy of the certificate validating a background check has been performed in the last five years. A copy of the certificate will be kept on file at the local county extension office.
B.1.5 Volunteer Conflict Resolution
In the management of Extension programs, difficult issues or situations will arise in which effective conflict resolution is required. These steps are suggested for dealing with difficult issues or situations.
- Present your concern to the Extension staff member or volunteer in a timely, respectful and responsible manner. Be willing to meet and discuss the issues of concern directly with the individuals involved.
- Either party may request a formal meeting that may include a mutually agreed upon third party facilitator.
- If there is continued conflict after step two, the volunteer or staff member may send all relevant documentation to the appropriate University of Maine Cooperative Extension Program Administrator.
- The Program Administrator will respond on an individual, case-by-case basis.
B.1.6 Volunteer Termination
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension has the right to terminate the volunteer from the program. The Extension Director is the only person authorized to exercise the right to terminate an Extension volunteer. The process leading to termination is:
- Written documentation (which can include email) of the situation or circumstance that may warrant the consideration to terminate a volunteer is made by an Extension staff member with copies sent to the volunteer and the appropriate Program Administrator.
- The Program Administrator provides an opportunity for the volunteer to respond to the issues documented in step number one.
- The Program Administrator will forward documentation, the response of the volunteer and any other relevant information to the Director of Extension.
- The Director of Extension will make a determination and notify the volunteer of the decision in writing.
- If there is considered to be a risk to the safety of program participants or volunteers, the Director can act immediately to terminate a volunteer from the program.
B.1.7 Risk Management
As part of their training, all volunteers will be oriented using Maine 4-H Youth Development Low Risk Management Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.
The following checklist is available to staff and volunteers for event planning Risk Management Checklist (Word).
B.1.7.a Animals and Liability
Procedures to Reduce Liability
- Volunteers working with large animal 4-H projects at their homes need to carry farm insurance or talk with their insurance agent about getting a "rider" to their homeowner's policy. If an animal causes injury, the animal owner is considered responsible.
- Posting a sign that says something like "Pass at your own risk; animals can cause injury," can be very helpful to display near animals at public events such as fairs.
B.1.7.b Meetings in Homes
Conducting Meetings, Programs or Events at Home
Volunteers should carry homeowner's insurance if 4-H activities are conducted in the home.
- Recommended minimum liability coverage is $300,000.
- Volunteers should be aware that they may be held responsible if a program participant is injured at their home. Volunteers should check with their homeowner's insurer to make sure they are covered.
B.1.7.c Transportation
- Volunteers transporting others in their vehicles must carry automobile insurance. Note: Recommended minimum liability coverage is $300,000. The person causing an accident is primarily responsible, and the driver's/vehicle owner's liability is considered primary.
- A licensed driver of any age may drive himself or herself to a 4-H event/activity with parental/guardian consent.
- Volunteers transporting youth in University vehicles must be 21 years of age and approved through the University Motor Pool.
- Volunteers transporting youth in private vehicles must be 21 years of age.
- Everyone must wear a seatbelt at all times while in a moving motor vehicle in the state of Maine.
- The use of a full-size 15 passenger style van is prohibited.
The following questions are ones that would be part of the determination of liability in the event of an accident involving one or more vehicles.
- Was the activity consistent with the organization's mission?
- Was the activity a regular part of the organization's program?
- Did the organization permit such trips under its policies?
- Did anyone within the organization authorize the trip?
- Was driving, related, or incidental, to the individual's normal duties?
- Were the drivers properly licensed, following safety precautions, and adequately trained?
- Was the age of the licensed driver transporting youth at least 21 years and a certified volunteer with the Maine 4-H Youth Development program?
- What was the condition of the vehicle?
- Did the vehicle have adequate safety equipment and had it passed inspection?
- How was the behavior of the passengers?
- Did everyone use seatbelts and was there an older adult to monitor behavior?
B.1.8 State Animal Science Committee
The work of the UMaine Cooperative Extension 4-H Animal Science committees will be to help Maine youth nurture and grow through positive learning experiences in which participants develop and use life skills.
Animal Science Committee (ASC) members work closely with other ASC members and the Staff Liaison to develop and implement an educational program aligned with the Maine 4-H State Plan of Work for Maine 4-H members interested in a particular animal species.
ASC applicants must be a currently enrolled Maine 4-H volunteer. Membership is gained through an application. Applications can submitted to the State 4-H Office between April 1 and October 1. Youth membership is encouraged on these committees.
Find role descriptions and application forms under Part F Attachments.
B.1.9 Tax Exempt Status of 4-H Organizations
Federal Income Tax Exemption for 4-H Organizations
Organizations that are authorized by the University of Maine Cooperative Extension to use the 4-H name and clover emblem are exempt from federal income tax. As of 2008, small tax-exempt 4-H organizations such as 4-H clubs or leaders' associations are required to file an annual electronic notice. The 990N, also known as the e-Postcard, meets this filing requirement.
If a club plans on raising funds and/or having a club treasury account, club leaders will get an Employer Identification Number (EIN) through the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for their club before filing the 990N. When your club opens an account with a bank, they will ask for this number. Never give someone's social security number when opening a bank account for a 4-H club/organization.
The EIN is obtained by filing an application, Form SS-4, with the IRS. The SS-4 Form may be obtained from any Social Security Administration or IRS office, or from the IRS website. Your county Extension 4-H staff can help if you have trouble locating the form.
How to Get an Employer Identification Number (EIN) for New 4-H Clubs
(Revised October 2013)
Remember: 4-H Clubs will need to fill out and submit Form SS-4 to the IRS in order to get their EIN. The EIN is required when filing the 990N (e-Postcard).
Instructions for filling out the SS-4 form:
Questions 1, 3-5: Fill in the 4-H club name, then the club leader's name and address.
Question 2: usually left blank
Question 6: leave blank
Question 7a-b: Fill in leader's name and SSN. Please note: this SSN is not tied to the EIN, and is used only for confirmation of the name given in 7a.
Question 8a: check 'no'
Question 9a: select 'Other (specify)' and write in "4-H Clubs and Affiliated 4-H Organizations"
Question 9b: leave blank
Question 10: select 'Other (specify)' and write in "Starting 4-H Club" or "Starting 4-H Organization"
Questions 11-12: leave blank
Question 13: enter '0' for all three sections
Question 14: leave blank
Question 15: leave blank.
Question 16: select 'Other (specify)' and write in "Education"
Question 17: write in "Youth Development and Education"
Question 18: mark 'yes' only if you have filed for an EIN in the past, otherwise check 'no.' The form is complete once it is signed and dated.
Once the form has been completed you can apply by mail, or fax. Refer to the following instructions. Please note: do not apply for an EIN online. The online version does not follow the format of the SS-4 form, so is not suited for use by 4-H clubs and affiliates.
How to File a Completed SS-4
Filing options are listed on the Internal Revenue Service website.
Mail or Fax
Internal Revenue Service Center
Attn: EIN International Operation
Cincinnati, OH 45999
Fax-TIN: 859-669-5987
Please note: it may take four business days for a faxed application, or four weeks for a mailed application, before an EIN confirmation is received.
Contact your local county office to receive a sample of a completed SS-4 Form for a 4-H Club.
Because 4-H is exempt from Federal Income Tax, many donations to 4-H and out-of-pocket expenses of 4-H volunteers are deductible on volunteers' personal income tax forms. For other Federal Tax Forms or information, call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 or visit their website.
4-H Club Certification
Once you have your EIN, you need to fill out the Maine Certification of 4-H Clubs and Affiliated 4-H Organizations form (Word – PDF) and send it in to your county's UMaine Extension office. You also need to contact your county UMaine Extension office to sign and fill out the "Club Authorization Letter" and the "Articles of Organization" which the county staff will review with you.
Filing Your 4-H Club or 4-H Organization Form 990N (e-Postcard)
All tax-exempt 4-H organizations earning $50,000 or less are required to file Form 990N, an annual electronic notice. Maine's tax period for 4-H clubs/Leaders Associations/Animal Science Committees, etc. is October 1 through September 30; therefore our filing date is Feb 15th of the following year.
How to File Form 990N e-Postcard (Revised Oct 2013)
- All 4-H clubs/organizations in Maine need to file by Feb 15 each year. Income reported will be for the previous October 1 – September 30 4-H year.
- 4-H clubs and organizations will not receive a reminder to file the 990N, so it is up to the club leader(s) to remember to file by the deadline.
- Go to www.irs.gov and use the keyword/search field to find links to Form 990-N information. Once on this page, select "How to File" and then follow the instructions below. Please note that filing requires you to leave the IRS site, and that is okay as that is the process the IRS has created.
- IMPORTANT: For Users who have filed a 990N E-Postcard in the past you can go directly to "Step 2: Create your Form 990-N (e-Postcard)" and log in and file.
For Users who have never filed a 990N e-Postcard:
1. Register as a New User.
2. Create your Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Please note the instructions to log-in. (For example if your EIN is # 33-333333 you would login using 3333333301)
To complete Form 990-N, qualified 4-H Clubs and Affiliated 4-H Organizations need to provide the following information:
- Organization's legal name – as legally chartered or otherwise formally tied to the organization's EIN
- Any other names your organization uses (not relevant for most 4-H Clubs and Affiliated 4-H Organizations)
- Organization's mailing address – as tied to the organization's EIN
- Organization's website address – if you have one
- Organization's EIN – this is a unique number that identifies the organization to the IRS. This is what you received after sending in your SS-4 Form.
- Name and address of the principal officer of your organization – same as the name and address provided on the SS-4.
- Organization's annual tax year – the tax year for Maine is October 1 through September 30.
- Confirmation that your organization's annual gross receipts are normally $50,000 or less
- The e-Postcard includes an option for stating that your organization has or is terminating, but isn't relevant for GEN 5930.
3. Submit your Form 990-N (e-Postcard).
As noted on the IRS website, the e-Postcard is supported by most browsers. Please contact your local 4-H staff if you need assistance filing your e-Postcard.
Steps to follow if you get an error message when you try to file your 990N (e-Postcard) or are unable to file:
- Please contact IRS Customer Account Services (CAS) at 877-829-5500.
- Indicate that your organization (4-H club, Leaders Association, Animal Science Committee, etc.) is a subordinate of a central organization called the "University of Maine System Inc." The EIN for the University of Maine System is 016000769.
- Tell the IRS that your group exemption number (GEN) is 5930.
Collecting State Sales Tax
Non-profit groups, including 4-H and other volunteer Extension groups, are required to register with the Maine Revenue Services and collect and remit sales taxes if the sales, such as fund raisers, are "on a continuing basis" or if the club or association "continuously holds itself out to the public as a seller."
Volunteer organizations such as 4-H groups are exempt from paying sales tax on fund-raising efforts "of limited duration," although the activities are no longer limited to a specific number of days. If a fund-raising effort is on going, sales tax must be both collected by the organization and transmitted to the Maine Sales, Fuel and Special Tax Division.
If a 4-H club owes taxes to the state, it needs to file a report and remit payment only once annually unless its tax liability is more than $25 per month, in which case it must file monthly. For more information, ask for the Sales, Fuel and Special Tax Division Instructional Bulletin No.9 (PDF), "Casual and Infrequent Sales" (see section 5), and General Information Bulletin #79 (section 5) from:
Maine Revenue Services
Sales, Fuel and Special Tax Division
P.O. Box 1065
Augusta, ME 04332-1065
Tel. 207-624-9693, V/TTY: 7-1-1
Because of the record-keeping involved, it is strongly recommended that 4-H organizations limit their fund-raising activities to a few days or some other limited period of time in order to remain exempt.
B.1.10 Incorporating a 4-H Club
It is not recommended that Maine 4-H clubs incorporate.
As an unincorporated university organization, 4-H clubs are protected under the University of Maine's general liability insurance policy. By the single act of incorporating, a club removes itself from protection under the university policy. After a club removes itself from protection, it cannot regain university coverage by terminating its incorporated status.
B.1.11 Mailing Lists
To protect the privacy of 4-H members and volunteers, Extension does not share the names, addresses or phone numbers of Extension program participants with anyone outside of Extension, other than to provide mailing labels of adult 4-H volunteers to National 4-H supply so it can mail its catalogs to 4-H leaders. And, with the permission of adult 4-H volunteers, we also share their names and contact information with people who inquire about joining a 4-H Club.
If anyone asks you to provide information about 4-H leaders or members, (for example, a business calls you with a "special offer for 4-H"), please do not give out information. Ask them to call your county Extension office, or get the information about the offer and send it to Extension. If appropriate, the information will be shared in a 4-H newsletter or by other some other means so that 4-H members and leaders can decide for themselves whether to pursue the offer.
B.1.12 4-H Fund Raising
When fund raising for a 4-H club, or under the 4-H umbrella for any reason, clubs and leaders must be conscious of upholding the good name of 4-H, get approval in advance for the activity from the county 4-H contact person, and use all funds for 4-H purposes. In handling club funds, follow the 4-H Financial Guidelines, in Section B.2.3 of this manual or other responsible financial procedures. Keep good records and be very open about such activities.
If funds are raised for a charitable cause, clubs and leaders must be sure they clearly inform donors about how the funds will be used and then follow through on that commitment. University of Maine Cooperative Extension, as the protector of the 4-H emblem, must make sure that such sanctioned activities are appropriately concluded. People who donate money to a specific cause or organization have every right to believe that the 4-H fundraisers will honor their desire to have the money forwarded to that cause or organization. After the funds are collected, you cannot revise where and to whom the funds will be directed. If you find the original intended cause or organization has all the money it needs, or you no longer trust them to use the funds honorably, the only option is to return the money to the donors. When such activities are concluded, send an accounting of what funds were raised and how they were expended to the Extension office. Fundraising for police organizations is prohibited by Maine law. Fundraisers that include gambling for money or 50/50′s, jackpots, etc. are not permitted.
B.1.13 4-H Name and Emblem Use
The 4-H name and emblem are protected under federal statute (Title 18, U.S.C. 707). Brief reminders for proper use of the emblem are:
- Use only an official emblem graphic, obtained from an authorized 4-H source, that includes the language "18 USC 707″ to the right of the stem. You need to maintain the proper height and width proportions of the image.
- Text or graphics should never cross or cover any part of the clover emblem. Use of the 4-H clover as a desktop wallpaper or web page background is inappropriate.
- Read the emblem guidelines carefully, regarding commercial use of the name and emblem and production of items with the 4-H name or emblem.
If you have any questions, please contact your county 4-H educator of professional.
B.1.13.a 4-H Club Charter Requirements
- Have a minimum of four members between the ages of 5 and 18. (Members should be at least 5 years old as of January 1 and not have passed their 18th birthday on January 1.)
- Have an official club or group name.
- Have youth leadership opportunities such as elected or rotating officers.
- Have at least one Volunteer Orientation and Leadership Training certified volunteer organizational leader and volunteer project leaders as appropriate.
- Have at least six or more regularly scheduled club meetings per year.
- Have a written planned educational plan that provides a variety of learning experiences.
- Have a set of 4-H club standards of behavior.
- If a club has a treasury, they must follow B.2.3 4-H Financial Guidelines, Maine 4-H Youth Development program: Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.
- The club and all 4-H members and leaders must be currently enrolled at the County Extension Office with 4-H members taking at least one 4-H project experience.
- Staff members can obtain a club charter by sending an email request (including the county, name of the club and club leader) to Jessy Brainerd in the state office. Jessy will obtain signatures from the 4-H program administrator and the Director of Extension and mail the charter back to the staff member.
B.1.13.b Procedures for Removing a 4-H Club Charter
If at any time, the 4-H club members and/or the volunteer leaders do not meet the requirements established by Maine 4-H Program or the 4-H name and emblem is used inappropriately, the 4-H Club Charter may be revoked using the following procedures:
- Communication will occur with 4-H leader(s) so they understand that maintaining the 4-H club charter is a privilege not a right, and the 4-H club charter may be revoked if the Extension Educator/Professional knows that the club is not complying with established rules and policies.
- Communications to 4-H leader(s) should outline the procedures needed to correct the 4-H Club Charter requirements that are not being met or the inappropriate use of the 4-H name and emblem.
- If the violation(s) continue to occur, the 4-H club leader(s) will be notified personally or by certified mail that a hearing will be conducted (within 60 days) to revoke the club's 4-H charter. The notice will incorporate a statement of the reasons for the proposed revocation of the 4-H club charter.
- The hearing will be conducted by the county Extension Educator or Professional, a representative of the County 4-H Leaders Association and a county Extension Educator/Professional from another county.
The results of the hearing will be forwarded to the University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H Program Administrator, who will write the official letter of revocation of the club's 4-H charter.
B.1.13.c Combination University of Maine Cooperative Extension and 4-H Logo
The official University of Maine Cooperative Extension and 4-H logo (shown above) incorporates UMaine's crest art, Extension's logotype, and the 4-H emblem. The logo must be used in the exact proportions and layout as shown above. The crest, typewritten words, and emblem constitute an entire logo; the elements should not be separated. The logo is shown here in the official color combination of Pantone Matching System® (PMS) 292 UMaine light blue, PMS 289 UMaine dark blue, and PMS 347 green. The logo may also be printed in all black or all green. When the logo is printed in a single color or black, the light blue on the crest should not be printed as a tint or gray scale, but as a solid.
Why use a "combination" logo instead of just the 4-H emblem?
Using the combination logo will help build and strengthen brand awareness and ensure consistency of message. It carries a reciprocal benefit: 4-H will be recognized as part of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and University of Maine Cooperative Extension will be recognized as home to 4-H. The combination logo will help people understand that they should connect with their county UMaine Extension office to find out more about 4-H.
Perhaps most importantly, 4-H — like all other UMaine Extension programs — depends heavily on University of Maine funding and infrastructure. Legislators need to make the connection that if they love 4-H, they should fund the University of Maine.
Where can I get a copy of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and 4-H logo?
You can download it from here.
To download, right click on any of the links below and choose "Save Target As."(WARNING: simply clicking on the links will NOT download the file.) Save the file to a folder on your hard drive where you will be able to easily find it again. Download times will vary depending on the speed of your connection.
- Color logo for printed materials (TIF) [1.5M; 300 DPI]
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If none of the versions above is suitable for your project, please contact the Cooperative Extension Communications Office at firstname.lastname@example.com, and we will send you one that is.
What else do I need to know about the University of Maine Cooperative Extension and 4-H logo?
The University of Maine crest art is trademarked. Products (such as t-shirts or mugs) printed with UMaine licensed names and marks must be produced by licensed vendors. Contact University Relations or the Cooperative Extension Communications Office prior to ordering such products in order to be considered for licensing royalty waivers.
For information about the appropriate use of the 4-H Name and Emblem, see Using the 4-H Name and Emblem.
If you are a 4-H member or volunteer, you are permitted to use the 4-H Name & Emblem once your program is chartered with the official 4-H Charter from National 4-H Headquarters at the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), within the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). If you are a commercial vendor, private organization, or any other entity, you need to contact the State 4-H Office at the University of Maine Cooperative Extension to determine what steps you need to take for your use of the 4-H Name & Emblem.
B.1.14 4-H and Non-Discrimination
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension honors the University's nondiscrimination statement, the University of Maine System Sexual Harassment Policy and relevant federal laws. Because 4-H and Cooperative Extension both receive federal funding, these laws apply to us.
University of Maine Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Maine does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, including transgender status and gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veteran's status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director, Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 North Stevens Hall, 581-1226.
USDA Non-Discrimination Statement
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or part of an individual's income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD).
The intention of these statements is to raise our awareness of federal legislation and of Extension's goal of creating an atmosphere in 4-H activities that is welcoming to every young person in our communities, and their parents or guardians. It is also intended to help us realize that, although Maine may, on the surface, be fairly homogeneous in race, color, religion, sexual orientation, and so on, there are people in our communities who differ in these characteristics. They all need to feel welcome in 4-H and Extension.
B.1.15 4-H Access, Equity and Opportunity
Maine 4-H Youth Development Diversity and Inclusion Statement
The Maine 4-H Youth Development Program is dedicated to upholding the University and Extension's Equal Employment Opportunity/Civil Rights (EEO/CR), goals and policies. We are dedicated to providing outreach to diverse populations within the confines of the financial and staffing resources available. We are actively pursuing the development and delivery of programming and services that meet the needs of Maine's diverse population. We hold the following goals.
- Follow EEO/CR policies and address EEO/CR issues as they arise to ensure a fair and equitable hiring process.
- Reach out to new audiences through intentional, inclusive advertising and public relations efforts.
- Develop programs that appeal to and meet the needs of underserved and underrepresented youth and potential 4-H volunteers in Maine.
- Provide opportunities for staff to meet with and develop relationships with underserved and underrepresented audiences.
- Increase needs assessment and networking with underserved and underrepresented populations.
Maine 4-H Disabilities Statement
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development Program is dedicated to providing information and resources to youth. As part of that commitment, 4-H Youth Development staff and volunteers must be conscientious in providing accommodations that will allow people with disabilities to participate in its educational programs. Facilities used for educational programs must be accessible to those with disabilities.
Other community resources that may be able to assist you include churches, schools, universities, hospitals, community centers and county health departments.
Qualified Individuals with Disabilities
Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provides comprehensive civil rights protection for "qualified individuals with disabilities." An "individual with a disability" is a person who
- has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a "major life activity," or
- has a record of such an impairment, or
- is regarded as having such impairment.
Examples of physical or mental impairments include, but are not limited to, such contagious or noncontagious diseases and conditions as orthopedic, visual, speech, and hearing impairments, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, cancer, heart disease, diabetes, mental retardation, emotional illness, specific learning disabilities, HIV disease (whether symptomatic or asymptomatic), tuberculosis, drug addiction, and alcoholism. Homosexuality and bisexuality are not physical or mental impairments.
- "Major life activities" include functions such as caring for oneself, performing manual tasks, walking, seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working.
- Individuals who currently engage in the illegal use of drugs are not protected by the ADA when an action is taken on the basis of their current illegal use of drugs.
- A "qualified" individual with a disability is one who meets the essential eligibility requirements for the program or activity offered by a public entity.
- The "essential eligibility requirements" will depend on the type of service or activity involved.
- For some activities, such as state licensing programs, the ability to meet specific skill and performance requirements may be "essential."
- For other activities, such as where the public entity provides information to anyone who requests it, the "essential eligibility requirements" would be minimal.
Procedure for Accommodation
Individuals with disabilities who require auxiliary aid, service or accommodation to participate in Maine 4-H Youth Development Programs should notify the Extension office at least two weeks prior to the program or event.
B.1.16 Religion and 4-H Youth Development Programs
B.1.17 Disbanding a 4-H Club
- Use the Checklist for Disbanding a 4-H Club to help you complete all the necessary tasks. Word / PDF
- If the club leadership and members have discussed various options and decides to disband, the Intent to Disband a 4-H Club form is completed and submitted to the Extension office. Word / PDF
- A final financial report (Word / PDF), as well as a report of non-cash assets (Word / PDF), will also need to be completed.
For more information about disbanding a 4-H club, please contact your local 4-H staff.


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If the Ron Burkle-Mark Mastrov money men come up with a viable plan to purchase the Kings and construct a sports and entertainment complex and Mayor Kevin Johnson insists they will then the NBA board of governors will have one whale of a decision to make.
Abandon Sacramento after all these years? Drop- kick a onetime model franchise to its knees? Banish the Kings to the north, where they will cease to exist and will forevermore be known as the Sonics?
I don't think so. I don't think the NBA can do that.
Bear witness, folks, because this situation is unprecedented. There is no script or case law to follow. There are no samples or similar circumstances to imitate. In the modern era, the NBA has never confronted a situation where two deserving cities are fighting, scratching, scheming and plotting one to save the Kings for Sacramento and the other to lure the league's most abused franchise to Seattle.
"We're going to come with a fair and competitive offer before the March 1 deadline," Johnson said Saturday before the Kings-Jazz game, "but we want to take our time and get it right."
Again, Seattle is a lovely city. It should have an NBA franchise, probably an expansion franchise, but definitely not our franchise. This Kings team that has had homes in Rochester, Cincinnati, Kansas City and Omaha belongs where it is, amid the farms and the wineries and a fervent, if bruised, fan base.
If the mayor brings the goods? If he returns from his fishing expedition with Burkle and Mastrov presenting a competitive bid?
If the Kings minority owners jump aboard? If the Maloofs stay away and allow hearts and limbs to heal?
We're all suckers for love stories. If this all happens, then start the clock. Game on. The league's 29 other owners will have a unique fact pattern to evaluate. While the Maloofs sold majority interest to a Seattle group headed by Chris Hansen, who filed relocation documents early last week, the league's other owners have to approve all sales and all relocations.
True, the league doesn't want any part of a potential antitrust lawsuit. But also true, Commissioner David Stern not-so-quietly mentioned that the guidelines governing relocations and sales are mandated by the NBA's constitution. They include: the extent and duration of support of the existing fan base; television, radio and sponsorship support and opportunities in the current market; the degree of business support in the competing market; comparisons in demographic figures such as population and income levels; and the presence or absence of other sports franchises (competition) within the markets.
But the overriding issue, of course, pertains to the condition of the arena. Sleep Train Arena is the worst. Seattle's KeyArena is almost as bad. The interested parties to any future Kings deal the Hansen group, the potential Burkle/Mastrov group recognize the need for new buildings in their respective cities. So who wins the race?
"We need to continue showing the NBA that our fans are still engaged, and that our market is viable," said James Ham, a founding member of the HereWeStay grass-roots effort. "This was a critical game for us because it was the first game since the (Hansen purchase) announcement. We need to continue showing the NBA that our fans are still engaged and that our market is still viable."
The chanting, the cheering, the camera shots of K.J. seated courtside, fighting back. Last night offered a reminder: There aren't many places like Sacramento. Nineteen sellout seasons in 27 years. The only game in town.
The only team to rip out hearts not just once that Lakers loss in 2002 but twice. A mere 12 months ago, remember, a tentative deal for a new arena was announced, then torn to shreds. The Maloofs talked about renovation, vowed never to sell and then proceeded to negotiate with the Seattle group instead of pursuing potential buyers in Sacramento.
Heartache. Alienation. Anger. Betrayal. Fear of another broken heart.
Saturday night all was forgotten. The place rocked, the crowd roared.
It takes a village to ruin a terrific franchise (broke ownership, bad personnel moves, Chris Webber's shredded knee, etc.) and it will take a village and a few billionaires to bring it back. But if the Burkle/Mastrov group shows the owners the money?
Hell, yes, it's a competition.
Bring it on.
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Klezlectic Enjoy a free concert on the lawn at Mellon Park. Food is available on site from The Bagel Factory or bring your own -- you might win the weekly Best Brunch Contest.08/10/2014
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Ballet Under the Stars - Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre PBT's annual Ballet Under the Stars offers a sneak peek at its 2014-2015 Season opener, "The Sleeping Beauty." A reprise of 2013-2014 season highlights includes bravura dancing from the classic "Don Quixote" and an encore performance of Viktor Plotnikov's contemporary ballet, "In Your Eyes," which PBT premiered in March. Pre-performance activities on the lawn for children and families begin at 5:00 pm.08/17/2014
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CATEGORIES MoviesLike Russell Crow, Gerard Butler's choice of recent films has not set Hollywood afire -- 'Law Abiding Citizen,' 'The Bounty Hunter' and 'The Ugly Truth,' each moderate successes, has done little to kick the Scot further up the serious leading man ladder. That may change with 'Machine Gun Preacher,' in which Butler stars as Sam Childers, a former drug-dealing biker tough guy who found God and became a crusader for hundreds of Sudanese children who've been forced to become soldiers, which opens Nov. 18, and 'The Bricklayer,' which Millenium Films has acquired for Butler to star in. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the film is based on the best-selling novel by former FBI agent Noah Boyd, about a rogue former agent, working as a Chicago bricklayer, who's called in to help battle a criminal group that is demanding an escalating series of multi-million dollar ransom payments. No director or co-stars have been set.
Truth is stranger than fiction. Art imitates life. And documentaries become enactments if the stories are weird enough ('Grey Gardens'). Such is the case with 'Quantum Hoops,' the 2007 documentary that followed the 2006 Caltech basketball team that had 21 seasons and 245 conference games without a single win. According to Deadline, Disney has acquired remake rights to the film, with Ben Stiller and Stuart Cornfeld's Red Hour set to produce a comedy based on the story of the scientific whizkids hoping to break their losing stream with just one win before the end of the season.
Fresh off last week's announcement that Sony has already set a May 2, 2014 release date for the sequel to 'The Amazing Spider-Man,' which opens in July of 2012, Lionsgate has announced that 'Catching Fire,' the second in 'The Hunger Games' franchise, will be released Nov. 22, 2013. Talk about optimism. 'The Hunger Games,' still an unknown quantity as a film, is in production now and won't be released until March 23, 2012. And, lastly, FilmDistrict's 'Parker,' based on the Richard Stark (Donald E. Westlake) character, directed by Taylor Hackford and starring Jason Statham, Jennifer Lopez, Clifton Collins, Jr., Michael Chiklis, and Nick Nolte, has been set for an October 12, 2012 release.


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The Biggest Loser: NASCAR Star Clint Bowyer to Hit NBC's Hit Show on Tuesday, April 26
No, Clint Bowyer doesn't need to slim down. But he will make his second appearance on the hit NBC Show, 'The Biggest Loser,' on Tuesday, April 26. Oakley's NASCAR Star is set to hit the program – which features people who are dieting and exercising to lose weight – as the contestants pull street cars at the Auto Club Speedway in Southern California.
LEGEND: Ricky Carmichael's Glorious Oakley Career Highlighted in One Icon Magazine-Issue 2
They call him GOAT. But Oakley's Motocross Legend Ricky Carmichael can't get any further from sheepish. The "Greatest of All Time" – as he's affectionately referred to – has grown with the Oakley family from the very beginning. From his very first pair of "O Frame" motocross goggles – to his Supercross Championships – to his current endeavors in racing NASCAR Trucks, read more about the GOAT's journey, while stepping into the culture and spirit of Oakley in One Icon Magazine – Issue 2.
Fantasy Factory: MTV Show Drops Into Off-Road Racer Casey Currie's World to Throw Down…Oakley Style
What do you get when you drop MTV Stars Rob (Dyrdek) & Big into Oakley's off-road/Torc Racing Star Casey Currie's World? Killer Oakley Motorsports flare. Rob – a star skater, entrepreneur, reality TV star, etc. – opted to throw down on the dirt. And if you ask Casey, there's no better way to rip it up than with Oakley Motorsports Gear. So Dyrdek strapped up, suited up (O style) and mashed his way through an amazing session. First aired on the wildly popular Rob & Big show on Monday, April 18, try and catch replays of this bad boy on the Network. For now, peep this sick preview!
Emotional Sweep! James "Bubba" Stewart Claims Supercross-St. Louis Victory, Dungey and Villopoto Round Out Podium
It doesn't get much more dramatic than this, folks. Oakley's Motocross Superstar James "Bubba" Stewart literally shed tears of joy following his resounding victory at Supercross in St. Louis this past weekend – topping an Oakley-packed podium with fellow O riders Ryan Dungey and Ryan Villopoto rounding out the winner's group. The joyful weeping came as Bubba tasted the fruit of victory for the first time since Anaheim II – and on the heels of some super dramatic races where gnarly crashes, in-race collisions and vicious battles dominated the scenery for the industry veteran.
Rodeo: Ryan Villopoto Claims Second at Supercross Dallas, Retakes Championship Lead
The intense battle for the Supercross Championship lead has been nothing short of a rodeo this year – with the top riders bucking each other off as more drama unfolds every race. Dallas was no different. Oakley MX star Ryan Villopoto emerged with a solid second place finish in the Lonestar State – kicking him back up into the standings lead and sending last week's leader Reed six points back. O's own defending Ryan Dungey rounded out the podium after scoring his first win last week, keeping him well in the hunt himself. But as always, it wasn't a pretty road. In fact, it was downright nasty.


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Tall Ships Race Falmouth 31st August 2014
It was a fantastic day of Tall Ships as they Paraded Falmouth Harbour and set off on the Race to Greenwich.
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Fair winds and safe landfalls.
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See More - our fleet of 18 vessels and their specialisms
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Have you ever imagined a sailing holiday on a tall ship ? Picture yourself steering hundreds of tons of wind powered square rigger across an ocean with a spoked wheel. Fancy the ultimate adrenalin buzz climbing aloft and stowing sails, or just happy to enjoy tall ship sailing at deck level, flying along with albatrosses and whales as companions?
It's a myth that only 'naughty' youth can sail on square riggers and large traditional sailing vessels. There are plenty of impressive tall ships around the world that offer adventures for adults. Our office staff have worked on over 20 tall ships between us so we can give you an honest appraisal of which tall ship sailing holiday will meet your dreams and ambitions.
Read our tall ship pages on everything from tall ship days sails to ocean tall ship sailing, tips on climbing masts (not compulsory) international tall ships races and rites of passage like Cape Horn or crossing the equator.
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Two women who say they were sexually harassed by former Assemblyman Vito Lopez when they were working in his office filed federal and state lawsuits against him and Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver on Thursday.
Victoria Burhans alleges that Lopez offered her a tour of the governor's Executive Mansion in Albany if she stayed overnight with him in a "Lincoln Bedroom" situation. The lawsuit also claims that Lopez told Burhans to have sex with a Cuomo official to help get Lopez's housing bill passed, The New York Post reports.
Lopez resigned from the Assembly last month after two reports revealed that he sexually harassed at least eight female staffers, from commenting on their clothes, touching them, ordering them to massage him and telling them to stay overnight with him.
Burhans and Chloe Rivera allege that Lopez could not have gotten away with his inappropriate conduct without Silver's "assistance," the Post reports.
Silver allegedly knew that two other women were sexually harassed by Lopez months before Burhans and Rivera were hired, according to court papers.
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Police release CCTV images after Padiham sexual assault
4:30pm Wednesday 8th January 2014 in News
POLICE investigating the sexual assault of an eight-year-old girl in Padiham have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to.
Officers said the youngster was near the bridge, which runs over a brook between Mini Sport, just off Thompson Street, and Canning Street, when she was approached by the attacker on Thursday, January 2nd.
The girl said she did not know the man.
Inquiries are on-going to try to establish the exact circumstances and to try to trace the offender.
Extra patrols will be in the local area a week on from the incident to re-assure the local community.
A 26-year-old man and a 19-year-old man, both from the local area, were arrested earlier this week but have been eliminated from the inquiry.
Detective Insp Jim Elston, of Pennine CID, said: "I would appeal to anyone who recognises the male depicted on the images or indeed that person himself to get in touch with us as a matter of urgency.
"I would like to reassure people that offences like this are very rare. We are carrying out a number of inquiries and we have a team of detectives working to try to catch this offender."
Anyone with information is urged to contact Lancashire Police on 101 quoting log number 418 of January 2nd or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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Biggy12 says...
They should give 1 of the girls family members 10minutes in the cell with this beast when they catch him,happen he'll think twice before participating in such unsavoury behaviour in the future.
He needs finding SOON,his next victim might not be so lucky.......
I hear chopping these sex offenders privates off can be very effective in stopping repeat offending (just a thought).
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You really don't want the locals, bearing pitchforks and burning torches, knocking on the front door, once they identify you.
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Saturday night at Sun Life Stadium, a stop of the World Soccer Masters Tour, set up like a dream of the late Joe Robbie:
The stadium he built, originally designed for football and fútbol, hosting an all-star game with the best soccer player of the age and many of the world's best players not tied down to Euro 2012. An appropriate kickoff to a hat trick of summer soccer events at Once Joe Robbie Stadium.
And then it rained on the parade of stars. For 90 minutes plus a 15-minute halftime. Drizzle to deluge back to drizzle. "Dry" could be found only with the fans and maybe martinis in the suites.
More than a few of you just chuckled that it proves the former Dolphins owner's spirit doesn't reside in close proximity to the Supreme Weather Maker. But while the wet undoubtedly hurt actual attendance — maybe two-thirds of the 48,327 official attendance — it didn't prevent the superstars from showing up and showing out on the pitch.
The best player anybody 25 or under has seen, Lionel Messi, played all 90 minutes, scored three of his side's seven goals, assisted on two others and would have a another assist on another if soccer dished out secondary helpers the way hockey does. Messi even sprinted into a dashing give-and-go with the score tied in the 86th minute.
Didier Drogba, who will be going from Champions League champion Chelsea to China's Shanghai Shenua, played 61 minutes, assisted on Messi's first goal and scored off a zig-zag sequence of passes begun by a wonderful Messi ball across to the feet of Ezequiel Lavezzi. Uruguayan Luis Suarez converted beautiful service from longtime AC Milan star Clarence Seedorf.
Yeah, it was an all-star game played at all-star game pace. Mini-ballets of skillful touches danced at the lazy Saturday-in-the-park pace, particularly during the heaviest rain, popped into attacks of just enough pace to be impressive.
But you couldn't blame some of these players if they had gone totally Pro Bowl. Nobody wants to leave a potential Champions League title writhing on Miami Gardens grass.
"You can't go in there thinking about that," said U.S. national team captain Carlos Bocanegra, who played all 90 minutes. "You saw in the second half, the intensity picked up. Guys didn't want to lose. The biggest thing that was scary was lightning. I thought they would bring us inside."
The only anthem played before the game was The Star-Spangled Banner. Despite the presence of Bocanegra, Maurice Edu and Jozy Altidore, it proves once again the playing of anthems honors not the players' nations, but the nations of those bringing the money. Even if those bringing the money come dressed in the colors of another nation's team.
Argentina and FC Barcelona shirts predominated among the crowd. That reminds me of an ominous sign for the main tenants of Sun Life Stadium I've seen daily for the past four years.
When I pick up my daughter at school, I see Heat jerseys (LeBron and Wade), Heat backpacks, Heat lunchboxes, Messi jerseys, a smorgasbord of other soccer jerseys and merchandise, the occasional Marlins and Panthers merchandise … but nothing with a Dolphins logo.
Among those other jerseys I see are those for Chelsea and AC Milan, who will meet here July 28. The third exhibition soccer match this summer at Sun Life, Argentina's storied Boca Juniors vs. Colombia's famed America de Cali, will be Aug. 16.
Afterwards Saturday, I heard no complaints as I headed down winding walkways surrounded by soaked fans. The only disappointment seemed to be from the crowd beyond the barrier outside the Dolphins players' parking lot vainly chanting, "We want Mes-si!"
Their target got hustled from the locker room and into a black Lincoln Navigator. As the SUV started to exit the lot, Alejandro Garcia did what nobody has been able to do since the 2010 World Cup — stop Messi.
That provides little hope to Real Madrid as it's probably impractical for Real defenders to thrust 6-year-olds at the Barcelona star. Garcia, who had come from Mexico for this match, held up his rain slicker-clad son, Marcelo, to the passenger side rear window. The window descended, and Messi vigorously shook the boy's hand with a look that reflected Marcelo's glee.
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The hand recount of the Riverside School District maintenance and operations levy did not change the outcome of the $2.9 million a year measure.
The final recount ballot tally, which includes ballots from Spokane and Pend Oreille counties, showed the levy passed 2,161-2,150 votes. Those ballot counts from the same as when the levy was certified on April 27.
Five Riverside School District voters petitioned to have the ballots hand counted. Chattaroy's Leonard Terzenbach paid $1,083 for the recount, based on a cost of 25 cents a ballot.
Spokane County Elections Department Supervisor Mike McLaughlin said once the expenses of the recount are finalized, Terzenbach may get a small refund.