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Speaking ahead of this week's growth figures for the first quarter of 2012 he predicted the country is likely to have grown by around 0.3% to 0.5% and he said such "sluggish growth" meant the UK economy has "barely grown at all over the last six months".
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Glycosylation Mutants of Mice and Animal Cells
Principal Investigator: PAMELA M STANLEY
Affiliation: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
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Abstract: The long term goal of this project is to identify biological roles for mammalian glycans in development and cancer. Glycosyltransferase gene mutants of mice, embryonic stem (ES) cells and CHO cells will be used to investigate the basis of cell-type specific blocks to differentiation and transformation caused by alterations in specific glycans. Our recent studies show that 1) oocyte-specific knockout of complex and hybrid N-glycans compromises ovulation and oocyte developmental competence, but fertilization, blastogenesis and implantation proceed in the absence of these glycans; 2) the bisecting GlcNAc on complex N-glycans of non-hepatocyte glycoprotein(s) promotes hepatocarcinogenesis and liver regeneration after partial hepatectomy; and 3) deletion of mouse protein O-fucosyltransferase 1 generates a canonical Notch signaling phenotype identifying the Pofut1 gene as an essential component of the Notch signaling pathway. We now propose in Specific Aim 1 to investigate the molecular basis of the requirement for complex and hybrid N-glycans in oogenesis, and to identify roles of mucin O-glycans and O-fucose glycans in early development after oocyte-specific deletion of the core 1 beta3GalT-1 (C1galt1) or Pofut1 genes. In Specific Aim 2 the hypothesis that a triantennary, GlcNAc-terminating complex N- glycan is required for spermatogenesis will be investigated by deletion of a novel GlcNAc-transferase gene that is expressed almost exclusively in testis and by eliminating complex and hybrid N-glycans from spermatocytes, spermatogonia or Sertoli cells. The Pofut1 gene will also be deleted in spermatocytes and spermatogonia or Sertoli cells to identify roles for Notch signaling in spermatogenesis. In Specific Aim 3 the hypothesis that the Mgat3 gene may function as a tumor suppressor in mammary gland will be tested in the MMTV-Polyoma middle T (PyMT) mammary tumor model which metastasizes to lung and in cell signaling assays. In addition, roles for N- and 0-fucose glycans and Notch signaling will be investigated in mammary gland development and transformation by selective deletion of the Mgat1 and Pofut1 genes in mammary epithelia before puberty using MMTVCre, or during pregnancy using whey acidic protein (WAP) Cre recombinase.
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- Suppressors of alpha(1,3)fucosylation identified by expression cloning in the LEC11B gain-of-function CHO mutantWei Chen
Department of Cell Biology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York, NY 10461, USA
Glycobiology 15:259-69. 2005....
- Fertilization in mouse does not require terminal galactose or N-acetylglucosamine on the zona pellucida glycansSuzannah A Williams
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J Cell Sci 120:1341-9. 2007..The combined data show that mouse ZP3 does not require terminal Gal or GlcNAc on either N- or O-glycans for fertilization...
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Department of Cell Biology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, New York, New York 10461, USA
Reproduction 137:321-31. 2009..Therefore, the absence of complex and hybrid N-glycans on oocyte glycoproteins leads to abnormal folliculogenesis resulting in a decreased ovulation rate...


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The Las Vegas 51s drew closer to clinching a divisional title and playoff berth in the Pacific Coast League by winning three of five games over the visiting Albuquerque Isotopes.
But the Topes salvaged victory in the series finale on Monday night at Cashman Field, grabbing an 8-2 win.
Albuquerque doubled Las Vegas' hit output 12 to 6 and took control for good with a four-run second inning.
The 51s went up 2-0 in the first inning, courtesy of an RBI single by Brandon Allen and a Zach Lee wild pitch that enabled Andrew Brown to get home.
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WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. — Tony Stewart says "there aren't words" to describe his sadness over the collision that killed Kevin Ward Jr.
In a statement released by spokesman Mike Arning, Stewart says "my thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and everyone affected by this tragedy."
The three-time NASCAR champion struck and killed Kevin Ward Jr. with his car on Saturday night as Ward walked toward it following contact between the two during their race at Canandaigua Motorsports Park.
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The state police officers who shot and killed Arcenio Lujan just outside city limits on May 8 have been clearned of any wrongdoing, District Attorney Richard Flores announced Today.
Lujan, who earlier that day had been fired from his city of Las Vegas job, was killed after he pointed a weapon at officers.
Back to school means two things for students: back to reality of early mornings and back to the books. For parents it means purchasing all the needed necessities, from binders to tissue. For school officials it means making sure all final touches are done and staff is in place.
This year is no different as school officials worked throughout the summer preparing for this school year with some changes taking place at both local districts.
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Start with some good ol' rock 'n roll and add a generous portion of spicy Latin pop, flavor it with country, western and rockabilly, add a pinch of R&B gospel and stir in a hefty portion of TexMex, and what've you got? All the ingredients for a great weekend of music, served up in one of New Mexico's most historic cities.
Welcome to the Meadow City Music Festival, a growing celebration of music mixed with fun and games for everyone.
Contradicting the chairman of the state Republican Party, Gov. Susana Martinez said Thursday she would support a Democratic plan allowing voters without a party affiliation to cast ballots in New Mexico primary elections.
The Republican told the Albuquerque Journal she supports the idea because it is important for all voters to be allowed to participate in primaries.
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Wednesday, Aug. 12 — Nine new contributions were made last week to the annual Highlands University scholarship drive. Topping the list was the Las Vegas Savings Bank, which, through its president Dale B. Gerdeman, contributed two scholarships for a total of $420. Other full scholarships were donated by Columbia Grocery, through Mrs. Emery Mullins; Kimbell Grocery, through William Thill, manager, Mrs. Herman Ilfeld, a consistent contributor through the years, also gave one scholarship.
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Luna Community College will be closed from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday as employee orientation will take place. The campus re-opens for business at 1 p.m. that day.
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Holy sweet mother of pearl. What turn of events.
Pitcher Cliff Lee reached an agreement on a deal to rejoin the Philadelphia Phillies late Monday night, a Texas Rangers team source told ESPNDallas.com's Richard Durrett.
Lee's deal with Philadelphia is for five years and $120 million with a vesting option for a sixth, a source said.
Here is the rest of the story via ESPN.com. http://sports.espn.go.com/mlb/news/story?id=5917145
While I would have like to see Cliff Lee go to the Rangers for a refreshing change of pace in the free agency market. I certainly don't blame him for returning to the Phillies.
The idea of Roy Halladay, Cliff Lee, Roy Oswalt, Cole Hamels, and Joe Blanton seems almost like a fairytale. Suddenly, the Phillies have put together one of the best rotations, possibly of all time. Good luck in the NL East.
Now granted my "Of All Time" only dates back to 1993 here. Thats the first season I can really remember watching baseball and knowing about the players and game.
So the best rotation "Of All Time" for me is the 1993 Braves. That rotation was so good they went with a 4 man squad. Using the 5th starter only around 10 times times that season.
Greg Maddux
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Steve Avery
John Smoltz
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Hey all, I'm a former UT band member from 2006 (when I was a freshman at UT) and I will be traveling back from Dallas this weekend to attend and participate in all of the Alumni Band weekend activities.
If you've been a part of this before, by chance, would you mind enlightening me on the experience and maybe what I can expect? (I also take suggestions on attire... haha). I look forward to talking with those of you who have been/are currently in the UT band and getting an idea of how awesome this weekend will be.


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In Lori Ostlund's debut collection people seeking escape from situations at home venture out into a world that they find is just as complicated and troubled as the one they left behind.
In prose highlighted by both satire and poignant observation, Ostlund offers characters that represent a different sort of everyman—men and women who poke fun at ideological rigidity while holding fast to good grammar and manners, people seeking connections in a world that seems increasingly foreign. In Upon Completion of Baldness" a young woman shaves her head for a part in a movie in Hong Kong that will help her escape life with her lover in Albuquerque. The precocious narrator of All Boy" finds comfort when he is locked in a closet by a babysitter. In Dr. Deneau's Punishment" a math teacher leaving New York for Minnesota as a means of punishing himself engages in an unsettling method of discipline. A lesbian couple whose relationship is disintegrating flees to the Moroccan desert in The Children beneath the Seat." And in Idyllic Little Bali" a group of Americans gathers around a pool in Java to discuss their brushes with fame and ends up witnessing a man's fatal flight from his wife.
In the eleven stories in The Bigness of the World we see that wherever you are in the world, where you came from is never far away.
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EFFINGHAM — Diners were evacuated from Lone Star Steakhouse Friday evening when a fire broke out in the attic.
An outdoor electric fixture at the peak of the restaurant's roof arced and caused a fire in the attic of the establishment.
A full-still was called at 6:50 p.m., leading Effingham firefighters to unroll hose and spray a visible flame, said Fire Chief Joe Holomy. A hole was cut in the roof and firefighters inspected the attic to determine the fire was extinguished, he added.
The fire was contained to the attic, but the smoke-filled restaurant was closed for the evening. A representative was called from the Effingham County Health Department to inspect the building. Holomy said lighting must be fixed, along with the hole in the roof, before the building can be reinspected and reopened.
There were no injuries. Holomy estimates the fire caused a few thousand dollars worth of damage.
Watson and Teutopolis Fire Departments covered the Effingham Stations while two Effingham engines and two trucks responded to the call.


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It's rough giving up fresh French bread when you go gluten-free. This recipe for gluten-free French bread, reprinted with permission from the excellent gluten-free cookbook Gluten-Free Makeovers, by Beth Hillson, can help you reproduce those dense, chewy French baguettes. It also makes excellent rolls and breadsticks, and the bread slices can serve as the base for gluten-free bruschetta. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 1 hour
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Yield: 2 or 3 baguettes
- 7/8 cup white rice flour
- 7/8 cup sweet white sorghum flour
- 2/5 cup amaranth flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch or tapioca starch
- 1 tablespoon xanthan gum
- 2/3 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chickpea flour
- 1/4 cup potato flour
- 2 packages instant active or active dry yeast (4 1/2 teaspoons)
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (105° to 110°F)
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
- 1 large egg, beaten for egg wash, optional
Combine the flours, xanthan gum, and yeast in the bowl of a mixer. In a separate bowl, combine the water, eggs, olive oil, and vinegar. Add to the dry ingredients. Using a stand mixer or heavy-duty handheld mixer, beat a medium-high speed for 5 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and thick. Add additional water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if necessary to achieve this consistency.
Line a double or triple baguette form with aluminum foil. Spray with vegetable spray or lightly oil and sprinkle cornmeal over the surface. Spread half or one-third of the dough over each form. Lightly oil a sheet of plastic wrap and smooth and form the baguettes. Cover with lightly oiled plastic wrap and let rise 20 to 30 minutes in a draft-free space.
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Brush the risen dough with the beaten egg, if using. Using a sharp knife, cut shallow slits diagonally on the surface of each baguette. Bake 25 to 30 minutes. For a crispier crust, remove the baked baguettes from the pan and set on a rack in the oven for an additional five minutes. Turn onto a wire rack and cool before slicing.
To make hamburger rolls or bread sticks, just scoop this dough into bun pans, muffin top forms, or bread stick pains. Smooth the surface with lightly oiled plastic wrap. Let rise and bake. For bread sticks, bake 15 to 20 minutes; for rolls, bake 20 to 25 minutes.


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It's a car by Allison from North Carolina on 11/06/2010. Trim: 1998 Nissan Altima GXE, Owned 1 year.
Pros: My Altima has about 175000 miles on it right now and is still trucking along. I have a manual, and I get great performance from the car as well as gas mileage of 28 or so in town and up to 34 on the highway (but typically closer to 32)--and I drive it kind of hard. I'm the umpteenth owner, but the car's engine is still solid; it idles well, it accelerates smoothly, and there aren't any weird noises. Also the body style is such that it's still pretty classy, even though the car is now twelve years old. I also learned to drive a manual with this car, so that's nice too.
Cons: At about 155000, the transmission went out, and I had to get a used one installed for about $1600. The AC has never worked for me (I got it at 153000), and I would need to replace the compressor to get it fixed. The brakes squeak despite there being nothing wrong with them (as told to me by two different mechanics), and the driver's side visor falls out randomly while I'm driving. It doesn't even scare me anymore. When driving, there is a lot of wind noise and a good deal of rattling, and the ride is kind of bumpy. Also the volume knob on the radio works very erratically (sometimes you turn it up and it turns down, sometimes the volume just changes while you're driving).
Overall review: This is a great point A to point B car. I keep her around because I drive from Durham to Atlanta every weekend and the gas mileage is great. (And because I can't afford a newer car yet so I have to rationalize keeping this one.) I fully expect her to get to 250 or 300000 miles, but I kind of hope she's with someone else by then because I'm not sure how pleasant the driving experience will be.
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A great value by An MSN Autos Consumer on 07/13/2004. Trim: 1998 Nissan Altima GXE, Owned 4 years.
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Overall review: A joy to drive. I bought this car while I was in college and have driven it all over the country and in all different weather conditions. It always handles like a champ and many have believed it to be a much more expensive car than it actually is.
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Not a bad car by Mike From South Dakota on 06/23/2003. Trim: 1998 Nissan Altima GXE, Owned 3 years.
Pros: Great ride, great interior comfort, very good at road trips (even with 4 large adults!), great balance for fuel economy and performance,
Cons: suspension a little on the soft side, brakes could use an upgrade, has a tendancy to eat through the brake roters, window rattles like an SOB, not a porche
Overall review: I bought this car so I could see my fiance a about 4 hours away every weekend. See, I had previously owned a Heap of a Jeep and was getting sick of paying too much for gas and I believe this day I have made the correct decision. Other than the fit and finish window problem the car is great and I would recomend it to anyone.
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Thank you everyone involved! It works great for me.
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since there is now the quite mature Qt port on Android, it would be great if a developer could share an .apk file as a Projects download.
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Apple and Cheddar Tartine
Serves 2| Hands-On Time: | Total Time:
- 1/2 small baguette (5 ounces), split lengthwise, then crosswise
- 2 tablespoons apple butter
- 1/2 apple, thinly sliced
- 2 ounces Cheddar, sliced
- Heat broiler. Broil the baguette until lightly toasted, 1 to 2 minutes.
- Dividing evenly, top with the apple butter, apple, and Cheddar. Broil until the Cheddar has melted, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutritional Information
- Per Serving
- Calories 368
- Fat 11g
- Sat Fat 6g
- Cholesterol 30mg
- Sodium 640mg
- Protein 16g
- Carbohydrate 53g
- Sugar 12g
- Fiber 3g
- Iron 3mg
- Calcium 240mg
What does this mean? See Nutrition 101 .
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High in vitamin C, these hard, tart berries are grown in bogs in colder regions of North America and Europe. They're almost always eaten cooked, as in the classic Thanksgiving relish.


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Hundreds of people rallied at the capitol to support stricter gun laws.
The day began with a song.
"Keep on walking forward," sang the crowd.
Linda Brundage, head of Lansing's chapter for Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America says of the outcry of support for stricter gun laws, it's about time.
"I knew these people were here that supported the cause--what we need to do is bring them together and encourage the voice," said Brundage.
She has a pointed message for lawmakers in washington.
"Listen, listen to the ninety percent of people who want common gun sense," said Brundange.
Many came out in support of what, for them, is a political belief. For others, the issue is much more personal.
When asked why he attended the rally, Rick Omilian said, "Maggie, my daughter."
At age nineteen Omilian's daughter was shot and killed by her ex-boyfriend before he killed himself.
Omilian says the man was mentally unstable, and it was much to easy for him to buy a gun.
"He bought it with his college ID, and there were no questions that had to be asked," said Omilian.
He says because people focus on mass shootings it's easy to forget the some thirty-thousand individual shooting victims like Maggie.
"I remember it every day, my wife remembers it every day. We have to remember what happened. Those little children that died in [Newtown, CT] were just as innocent as my daughter was." Said Omilian.
Whether it be children in newtown or rick's daughter Maggie, Brundage says today's rally is about remembering lives affected by gun violence, and challenging law makers to do what they can to prevent it.
"Don't listen to the citizens with deep pockets, listen to the citizens of our country," said Brundage.
All five Michigan chapters of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America came together to organize the rally in Lansing.
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– Detective Inspector Phil Mays, Sussex Police
This has been a fast paced investigation and I'm grateful for the support we have had from the people of Bevendean, who have no doubt experienced some disruption to their daily lives over the last few days. A further search of the crime scene is taking place this morning and then we intend to remove the police cordon around the property on Taunton Road this afternoon. A knife was recovered yesterday (6 May) not far from the scene and will be forensically examined in due course. High visibility patrols will remain in and around the Bevendean area over the coming days."


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Rep. Greer, a Democrat from Brandenburg, is filing a bill, which he said has the backing of the governor, that would require teens to stay in school until they reach 18. Greer said Kentucky's expectations for its children are too low.
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After retiring from the stage as a Principal Dancer, Jorden Morris began to study and explore choreography. He spent a summer at New York University studying dance and theatre arts under the direction of Dr. Gregory Scott. During this time Jorden also worked with Claude Bessy and Serge Golovine from the Paris Opera, studying early French choreography.
In 1999 Jorden premiered his first work, The Three Musketeers for RWBS School Director David Moroni. This first work was a 55 minute one act ballet depicting the classic Alexandre Dumas novel. The ballet was a major success and since has been remounted for RWB performances of Ballet in the Park.
In 2000, Jorden choreographed a short work for the Alabama School of Fine Arts in Birmingham, Alabama. Elle est Quatre, a 20 minute work to the music of Aaron Copland was taken to the Birmingham arts festival after its premiere at ASFA. Jorden then set the work on RWB Aspirants for performances in Winnipeg.
Jorden was commissioned by Royal Winnipeg Ballet artistic director Andre Lewis to choreograph two works for the visit of her majesty Queen Elizabeth in 2000. Faure, a pas de deux and Pas Espagnol, a classical group piece for the RWB Professional Division were performed for her majesty and broadcast nationally on CBC television.
In 2002 Jorden took on the concept, direction and choreography of "Head Start/Feet First." This project was collaboration between the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School and four intercity junior/high schools. Jorden choreographed the popular work Free zone for this project as well as the finale, which incorporated 160 dancers on stage.
In 2003, Jorden took the popular children's television show The Toy Castle and transformed it into an interactive live dance performance. Directed and choreographed by Jorden, the production incorporated a live host with live interactive dance for pre-school children. Since then, Jorden has re-staged the work for Atlanta Ballet in 2005. Jorden starred in the television series and was nominated for a Genie award in 2003. During the production of Toy Castle, Jorden was also creating a classical work for the RWBS to celebrate the career of David Moroni, founding director of the RWB Professional Division. Jorden incorporated every student of the school in a 45 minute classical spectacle known as a Defilé. Sections of this work were also re-staged for Ballet in the Park.
In 2005, Jorden choreographed the Celtic themed ballet Deverell, which became his most popular and well known work. A favourite of critics and audiences, the piece was taken on tour throughout Manitoba and Ontario with Concert Hour Ballet.
Jorden has also choreographed the Salute to Vienna Concert series in 2005 and 2006. After the success of Jorden's work on the Winnipeg 2005 series, his choreography was taken to Hamilton and Kitchener performances as well as Winnipeg in 2006.
In December of 2006, Canada's Royal Winnipeg Ballet presented the world premiere of Jorden's full length classical ballet Peter Pan. The critically acclaimed work played in sold out houses over the Christmas season, making it the biggest box office success for the company to date.
Jorden's latest creation, Moulin Rouge - The Ballet had its world premiere in October 2009. Additional performances were added in Winnipeg and on tour due to box office demand for this one of a kind production. Moulin Rouge - The Ballet ticket sales surpassed Peter Pan and it is now the company's biggest box office success to date.
In the fall of 2010 Jorden re-staged Moulin Rouge - The Ballet for Atlanta Ballet, and in 2011 Pittsburgh Ballet will present Peter Pan.


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Who is to blame for the poor performance of the defense?
Clearly, the consensus answer is Juan Castillo, with Andy Reid taking quite a bit of heat as well. I can't definitively refute that, but I'm not sure any fan can. We just don't have enough inside information. All we can do is attempt to interpret what we see on TV and what the numbers say happened.
Going into the season, it became clear that the focus of the defense was going to be the pass. The method of stopping teams from passing would be to change the philosophy of the defensive line to be more aggressive and invest in pass rushers and cornerbacks. While the safety position was addressed with two 2nd round picks in the past 2 years, you generally don't expect first or second year players to be high-level starters (unless they were taken in the 1st round). The linebackers and safeties were clearly an afterthought.
Attempting to assign blame is a massive task that I don't have the patience to address fully. Instead, I'm going to look at how my understanding of the new philosophy compares to what has been happening on the field.To start, I looked at touchdowns scored on the defense. The Eagles D has allowed 13 TDs in 4 games. 3 were runs, the remaining 10 passes. Bad passing defense, right? Not so fast. Look at who is catching those TDs:
- 1 to a fullback
- 2 to running backs
- 3 to tight ends
- 4 to WRs.
Only 4 of 10 TDs went to WRs and presumably against CBs. Looking at the 4 WR TDs:
- 2yd completion to Roddy White in the back of the end zone, Kurt Coleman is the nearest defender.
- 74yd to Victor Cruz. Blitz, so Coleman had the coverage. Makes two bad tackles in a row.
- 28yd to Victor Cruz. Cruz fights for the ball despite tight coverage by Nnamdi Asomugha and Jarrad Page.
- 30yd to Josh Morgan. Blitz. Closest defender to the catch was Brian Rolle, with Nate Allen and Asante Samuel in the area.
In only one of the four TDs to a WR the Eagles have allowed was a CB the closest defender, and the video shows Cruz made a good catch in double coverage. While it's possible, even likely, that the receiving or rushing TDs could be blamed on a CB in ways I didn't see, it seems pretty clear that generally the CBs haven't been the problem.
But wait, you say, aren't WRs enabling them to drive downfield, gaining lots of yardage? Not really. Only 2 players have gone over 100 yards receiving against the Eagles: Tony Gonzalez (TE) and Victor Cruz (WR), and Cruz had 74 of his 110 come from one play against a safety who apparently forgot how to tackle. Guys like Roddy White, Julio Jones, Hakeem Nicks, and Michael Crabtree averaged 3.25 catches for 36.25 yards and 1 TD to share amongst them. In fact, only 3 WRs have gone over 50 yards receiving in four games.
Between those numbers and the fact that the Eagles are tied for first in sacks, it seems like the defense is working in the areas they focused on. I can't see how you look anywhere but the LBs and S when blame is assigned. I don't know if the problem is the new philosophy, coaching, schemes, playcalling, talent, inexperience, motivation, or unimpressive splash page cartoons. You can certainly blame someone for not addressing those positions in the draft or free agency. You can definitely blame coaching for the 4th quarter collapses.
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(401) 348-0055
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Dinner: Monday - Sunday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm
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Venice Restaurant offers a diversified menu, from regional Italian cuisine to fresh local seafood. In a casual elegant atmosphere you will enjoy wonderful ambiance while our dedicated staff awaits to provide you with a unique dining experience. Patrons will enjoy a warm and inviting dining room as
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I've been here many times and the
thing that brings me back is the food. The only issue is not enough service help. My waitress was very pleasant but did not have the time to attend to our needsl. We waiting one hour before gettting our main course. This is a big concern when we are considering going again"
Dined on 7/19/2014
The staff performed well..however
the food was priced to high for its quality and wasn't cooked tk proper temp, as far as the sea food...I enjoyed the food but would not come back..That was a very special dinner for me and my wife and recommended very higjly."
Dined on 7/18/2014
I believe that unexpected arrival
of two large (10 person) parties put the staff under unusual stress. Food was great. Staff friendly but overworked."
Dined on 7/5/2014
Venice has a good mix of Italian
and seafood. I enjoyed the raw bar and the clams casino. The pizza was average. The place was not crowded at prime time on a Saturday night, but all of the window seats were taken when we arrived. The upstairs offers a good option if you want to be in a sports bar type setting. The downstairs is more a standard restaurant layout, but it is well kept. The servers were friendly. It took a little long to receive some of our food, but it was not beyond a reasonable time frame. We would come back again if we are in the area."
Dined on 6/28/2014
excellent food, year after year,
quality of service and dining experience never decreases... highly recommended!"
Dined on 5/27/2014
The food and service were five
star all the way. We were not rushed and the waitress suggested a nice red wine that we enjoyed. "
Dined on 5/26/2014
The Venice is always friendly,
good and relaxing. They definitely put the customer first."
Dined on 4/25/2014
We have eaten here several times,
but this time was a disappointment to us. The main reason being the food as the usual friendliness and good service was as normal. The wife's fish dish was very good, but my fish and chips were horrible - fries were truly inedible. Thus, the average of "good" for a rating."
Dined on 3/20/2014
Scallops on menu said with
couscous, lobster meat, and squash for $26. Well it should have said over couscous. That is what it was with two tiny pieces of lobster meat (you needed a microscope for it) and two tiny pieces of squash. Not what one would expect. Should have had outdoors opened. There was no reason not to have had the outdoor seating. (must not have had the staff). This was a Fri. night. We had a very loud table of three generations next to us and could have been seated further from them. They were getting a lot of attention. We had to BEG for water. Water glasses should get filled without customer looking around all the time for someone to fill them!"
Dined on 8/23/2013
Opt for a table by the window. Try
the Scallops, and the Creme Brulee for dessert. Then try the entertainment downstairs, or check out the Sky Bar."
Dined on 7/18/2013
Great place near misquamicut
beach. Started with the mussel appetizer and fried calamari. Mussels were delicious. Very flavorful and a great size portion. Calamari was just ok. Nothing special. For dinner we had scallops wih couscous. It was delectable. The scallops were super fresh and melted in your mouth like butter. The other entree was grilled shrimp over the arugula salad. The shrimp were grilled perfectly. Tender and flavorful. Overall it was a great night. Forth year in a row we've eaten here while on vacation."
Dined on 7/6/2013
Have been there a number of times.
Changed menu and wine list. Very disappointing"
Dined on 5/11/2013
When we got service vicki was
excellent. Lately just seems that they need more servers. To many delays between her genuinely nice personality."
Dined on 2/16/2013
My date and I were very
disappointed with the food. Rather pricey for what you get. I would not recommend this restaurant. There a much better Italian restaurants in RI featuring better cuisine at lower prices."
Dined on 10/20/2012
An Italian restaurant called
Venice should do pasta very well one would think. Unfortunately, the pasta dishes my wife and I had tasted like leftover pasta from a box combined with Ragu sauce. That may be popular with all the kids at the restaurant but is hardly the meal worth paying the big dollars they charge. Very good service could not overcome two very bland meals. Big disappointment"
Dined on 8/4/2012
Delicious Food. Especially the
bananas foster made table side !!!!"
Dined on 8/3/2012
We went on a Saturday night. Not
quite in Season. The wait staff was excellent and attentive. The food came out hot and was quite good. My wife and I were pleased with the experience."
Dined on 6/16/2012
Little atmosphere, wedding hall
converted for brunch Paul,jr"
Dined on 4/8/2012
My husband and & brought friends
with us for dinner. They were impressed. Food was outstanding. It was their first time at the Venice. And, they both intend to come back. We have been there often. Love Anna's meatballs(hot Antipasto)"
Dined on 4/7/2012
Fried calamari were tough, veal
parmigiano was soggy, the salad special was over priced. However the scallops with veggie risotto was excellant"
Dined on 3/21/2012
Had pasta bar, available every
wednesday. Reasonably price. Excellent service."
Dined on 2/8/2012
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September is Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month in Virginia
Richmond – Nationwide, more than 23 million people aged 12 or older needed treatment for a substance use disorder in 2007, and in Virginia alone, 4.8 million people and their families are affected by this disease. Citing that substance use disorders are serious and treatable health problems, Governor Timothy M. Kaine proclaimed September Alcohol and Drug Addiction "Recovery Month" in Virginia.
"Although substance abuse affects people of all ages, races and economic backgrounds, many people don't understand that recovery from addiction is possible," said Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Commissioner James Reinhard, M.D. "In fact, addiction is as treatable as many chronic medical conditions. This month, we celebrate individuals in recovery as well as those who help them reach it."
In Virginia:
- Approximately 174,865 Virginia adults and adolescents (age 12 and older) abuse or are dependent on any illicit drug, with 119,744 meeting the criterion for dependence, and 467,573 adults and adolescents abuse or are dependent on alcohol, with 209,711 meeting the criterion for dependence.
- Numbers of drug-caused deaths have risen from 473 in 2004 to 717 in 2007, when 338 (47%) were related to misused prescription pain medication.
- Publicly-funded treatment in Virginia is provided by the Commonwealth's 40 CSBs, entities of local government.
- CSBs provide a variety of treatment and prevention services, including emergency services (required by the Code of Virginia), inpatient services (examples include: hospital-based 24-hour detoxification, other hospital-based substance abuse treatment, use of medication in a 24 hour setting), outpatient services, day support services, and residential services (examples include: highly intensive, intensive, jail-based, supervised residential services, community-based detoxification services).
- In 2006, CSBs served 52, 416 individuals with substance-use disorders.
- $1 invested in treatment results in a return of $4 to $7 in reduced drug-related crime, criminal justice costs, and theft.
The purpose of Recovery Month is to highlight the societal benefits of substance abuse treatment, laud the contributions of those who work in the treatment field and promote the message that recovery from substance abuse is possible. For more information on Recovery Month in Virginia, including events, contact the Substance Abuse and Addiction Recovery Alliance (SAARA) at (804) 762-4445. For more information on national Recovery Month, visit http://www.recoverymonth.gov/ at the U.S. Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration.
Available to citizens statewide, Virginia's public mental health, intellectual disability and substance abuse services system is comprised of 40 community services boards (CSBs) and 16 state facilities. DBHDS seeks to promote dignity, choice, recovery, and the highest possible level of participation in work, relationships, and all aspects of community life for individuals with a mental illness, intellectual disability or a substance-use disorder.
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Goodwill's TeachME Job Training Program Graduates Second Class
Program works with refugees and immigrants on employment and job training skills
Gorham – Graduates of Goodwill's second TeachME (Teach Employment and Career Help Maine) job training program will graduate on Thursday, May 3, at 11:30 am, armed with skills to enter the local workforce. The graduation ceremony will take place at Goodwill's Training Center in Gorham (34 Hutcherson Drive, Gorham Industrial Park).
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Graduates will receive a certificate listing their skills and competencies. Goodwill Workforce Solutions works with local businesses to help the graduates find employment. Several of the graduates have already found employment with Goodwill, Hannaford, Portland Regency Hotel and Walmart.
Participants in the program were referred by the Maine Department of Labor – Bureau of Employment Services, City of Portland Refugee and Immigrant Services Office and Portland Adult Education. Participant countries of origin include Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda and Somalia.
Funding for the TeachME pilot program is provided by Coastal Counties Workforce, Inc. (CCWI), one of Maine's local Workforce Investment Boards (WIBs). CCWI covers a six county coastal region which includes Cumberland County. "CCWI is proud to sponsor TeachME," said Antoinette Mancusi, deputy director of CCWI. "CCWI was able to utilized incentive award funds for this important project. The individual stories of the TeachME students who have come to this country to start a new life and a new career are truly inspiring. Many of them held high positions in their country, but they need new basic job training skills to start their career path here. That's what TeachME can offer."
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