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A number of events across Barnsley have been cancelled because of heavy rain.
Royston village gala, which also included the Royston Dynamos FC football presentation, was supposed to be held on Sunday from 11am-5pm.
Following a visit to the park Coun Tim Cheetham raised concerns and Caroline Cromack, of Barnsley Council, said: "Royston Park is waterlogged already, and with another day of rain forecast, we're going to have to cancel it."
Coun Graham Kyte said even if the rain stopped, the park would become a mud bath.
Darfield Foulstone School's last sports day today has been postponed until Tuesday.
It will still take place on the Longbow playing fields and at the same times, between 9am and 2pm.
Today's summer fair at St Michael and All Angels Catholic Primary will still go ahead from 1.30pm but in the school hall.
The Darfield Upperwood Primary summer fair, which was due to take place today, has been postponed until Friday July 13, from 2.30pm.
UPDATE: 12.10pm The Thurgoland fun day due to take place in the grounds of the village hall on Saturday has been cancelled. Organisers hope it will be rearranged for Sunday, July 22.
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Case in point is this weekend's snarky comment from the typically ladylike Madame Lagarde. But before we get to that, some background:
The single worst thing than can happen from the perspective of the Troika (the IMF, EU, and ECB) and Greek elites right now is for Syriza and its 37-year old leader, 'Sexy Alexis', as he's now being called, to do well in the 17 June Greek election runoff.
In the most recent May elections Greek voters turned away from the two pro-bailout/austerity parties, PASOK and New Democracy, as they were seen as tools of the Troika. This rejection by voters sent a shiver up the Troika's spine as they know that should Syriza and Alexis Tsipras prevail he will likely walk away from the terms of the bailout and thereby call the Troika's bluff to either a) cut off Greece's banking system from further ECB funding or b) terminate any further bailout money to Greece's government. Either one of these moves will likely trigger a financial panic and spoil everyone's summer vacation plans.
So the Troika are now desperate to see PASOK and or New Democracy do better in the 17 June election. So how can they help them?
|Agent Provocateur: Christine Lagarde, IMF Chief
Angry Greek voters are looking for someone to blame, and as long as PASOK and New Democracy are seen as part of the problem it's unlikely that voters will put them back into power. So one strategy is to try and reshift the political blame onto the external Troika, which would have the effect of diverting negative feelings away from PASOK and New Democracy. This would help the two pro-bailout Greek parties reposition themselves as domestic victims rather than as co-conspirators with the hated foreigners.
And now you understand why the typically politie Christine Lagarde, head of the IMF, probably deliberately roiled the Aegean kettle this weekend with a comment about how it's 'payback time', and Greeks need to pay their taxes.
Queue the Greek firestorm.
And lo and behold, New Democracy, who of course along with PASOK quickly denounced Lagarde's rhetoric, is again rising in the polls.
Nice move, Troika.
And, by the way, Lagarde doesn't pay any taxes on her $551,700 in annual compensation.

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March 15, 2005
How has the season been going so far for you and for the team?
The Season seems to be going well so far, I really think our team has a lot of heart and determination. I think that we will surprise some teams this year.
You scored a career-high five goals in the season opening win over Oregon. Do you expect to play an increased role in the team's goal production this season?
The five goals were definitely nice, but, that's not really my job on the field. I hope that I can continue to be a threat out there. Maybe this will make people guard me more and leave the stronger attackers more open. I would like to add to the scoring on our team but my job is the transition. I like being able use my wheels to get the ball to the girls who can really do something impressive with it.
How important was it for the team to begin the season with three straight wins?
This was so important. The teams we beat are ones that we needed to beat to show that we can handle our conference. It gave us a good feeling going into the first two home games. But, we have a lot to work on. We are a very young team.
Can you speak about the depth and skill in the Cardinal midfield?
We have a much faster midfield than we have had in past years. With Kelsey Twist being center we have such an advantage. She and Jessica Verrilli (another midfielder) can really run all day which is something you need to be able to do as a midfielder. Nina Pantano is a formidable attacker but also a great defender. Meg McClain has really stepped up, she is also a strong and fast player. All in all, I think that our midfield is pretty solid.
How excited were you and the team to play your first home games last weekend?
I was so excited to play our first home games. I love traveling but it's so much better to be playing in front of your friends and family on your home turf. I think that our school can be so intimidating for a team, especially when the weather is so beautiful most of the time.
Is there a particular opponent that you are looking forward to playing this season?
I really cannot wait to play Cornell and Duke. Last year while playing Duke we held on for so long and then just ran out of gas at the end. I love the way our team gets pumped to play Duke it's inspiring. I really want to play Cornell because my brother is going there to play football next year and I really just want to have some bragging rights. Also, I really am looking forward to playing Yale, I have some friends on that team that I can't wait to see.
What do you enjoy the most about being a Stanford lacrosse player?
It would be so hard to pinpoint one thing that I enjoy about being a Stanford lacrosse player. I absolutely love our team. The girls here are the sisters I never had. (in a good way of course) Never have I respected so many people so much. I just really trust them out there. When you see people give it their all you just want to be able to do that for them. It's like the movie "Any Given Sunday" when I look at my teammates I see women that are willing to fight and die for those inches, and that's why I would want to do the same for them. I like the opportunity here as well, I want to be a part of that first team that makes it to The Tournament. It's the pioneer spirit, as Michele Uhlfelder calls it, that makes us so different.
Are there any pre-game rituals that you have, and what gets you pumped up for a game?
Well I, with a few friends like to go to Safeway the night before games and get Gatorade. I like watching clips of the movie Gladiator, or the "inches speech" in Any Given Sunday. Movies help relax me the night before. Right before the game I like to listen to music. I get very quiet before games, and this helps me calm down because I get really worked up before a game.
What would you say to someone who hasn't come out to Maloney Field for a Cardinal lacrosse game yet?
I would tell that person that they need to come, if he/she knows what's best for him/her. It's a beautiful field, a fun sport to watch and the games are really exciting. If they are really lucky, they might even be able to get Michele Uhlfelder's autograph. Also, they have no excuse not to come, for students with an SUID, it's free!!
What is the team's main goal for the 2005 campaign?
This year I think that our main goal is to get to the Tournament. Once we get there we might as well go all the way. But, to do that we take it one game at a time and really just try to get better every day. I am really psyched about this season. We really just want to be tough out there and be able to give it all we've got.


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EUGENE, Ore. – (April 30, 2013) – In what promises to be an exciting night, Nike Running Eugene in the Oakway Center will host next week's TrackTown Tuesday event at 7 p.m.
Many activities are planned, including a community celebration of the return of the U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Track & Field to Hayward Field in the summer of 2016, a preview of the NCAA Championships, giveaways from Nike and KIND Snacks, and special edition t-shirts for $1.
Vin Lananna, President of TrackTown USA and Associate Athletic Director of Olympic Development at the University of Oregon, will kick off the night, which will also include appearances from University of Oregon and OTC Elite athletes.
"We have so much to look forward to in TrackTown USA—this spring and in the future—with fantastic events slated at Hayward Field for 2014, 2015 and 2016," said Lananna. "This week's TrackTown Tuesday will give our community an opportunity to celebrate."
The evening will also give fans a chance to participate, with a short run to Pre's Trail, the Cooler, and then back to the Nike store. It will be led by Nike+ Running Pacers and will leave in six flights between 6 and 6:30 p.m. Runners will receive a special edition t-shirt commemorating the return of the U.S. Olympic Trials to TrackTown USA and a token for a free beverage from Hop Valley Brewing Co. For those who decide not to run, t-shirts will be available for a $1 donation that will go to the American Cancer Society.
Two past NCAA champions in Sally Kipyego (who won an NCAA record nine championships between 2006 and 2009) and Sam Chelanga (who has four national titles to his name) will represent OTC Elite on Tuesday. Kipyego is coming off a stellar 2012 season, in which she competed in her first Olympics and came home with a silver medal in the 10,000 meters. University of Oregon athletes will be announced later this week.
Light appetizers and Hop Valley beverages will be served beginning at 6:45 p.m. The TrackTown Tuesday series will continue throughout the season with events on May 28 at Valley River Inn, and on June 11 at Valley River Center. Tickets to the NCAA Championships are currently on sale. Go to goducks.com/tracktickets.com for more information.


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"It is the stated goal of the Western Cape Government to make this province the green economic hub of South Africa and we intend that, by 2014, at least 10% of electricity used in the province will be generated from renewable energy sources. Solar energy will naturally be central to achievement of both these aims."
This was the message of Ms Helen Zille, Premier of the Western Cape, in delivering the opening address (video) at the 1st Southern African Solar Energy Conference (SASEC 2012) hosted by Stellenbosch University.
The conference, held at the held at the Technopark Protea Hotel from 21-23 May, focuses on both Solar Photovoltaic and Solar Thermal Energy technologies.Ms Zille said that the provincial government is working to ensure that renewable energy is integrated into new infrastructure that is rolled out in the province. An example she referred to is the 71.6 km-long 'Average Speed Over Distance' camera network built by the Western Cape Department of Transport and Public Works. Not only is it longest such network in the world but it is also the first one in the country that is entirely powered by solar and wind energy.
"By 2020, we envisage the Western Cape to operate with a modern energy system that is highly efficient and where fossil fuel use has been greatly reduced. To realise this long term energy vision for the province will require commitment and innovative thinking. More importantly, this vision challenges all sectors to come together through harmonised working relationships to make green energy and zero carbon footprints a reality," she added. "We remain convinced that green projects will play a vital role in creating economic growth and jobs for the region."
She also said that she is fascinated by the work being done in informal settlements serviced by the University and that the innovative contribution by academics and students towards upgrading informal settlements, in design, retrofitting of basic services and energy generating, is "quite extraordinary".
In welcoming (video) delegates to the conference, Prof Russel Botman, Rector and Vice-Chancellor, said that gobally, renewable energy is high on the agenda, "and solar power is one of the key focus areas for a world looking for sustainable solutions to its energy needs. Our country and region – in fact, our continent – has an abundance of sunshine, which puts us in an excellent position to make use of this resource."
He added that the ability to sustainably exploit renewable energy must be fast-tracked. The good news is however that South Africa is on the verge of commissioning large renewable-energy power stations. These could come online before the controversial coal-fired power stations currently under construction. Technology is advancing fast; private investors are putting their hands up; and government is working with industry to make things happen. "What we need to do now, is to keep up the momentum."
He added that Stellenbosch University is proud to be a significant role player in renewable energy. He referred to the University following a science-for-society approach. "The vehicle that we use to drive our endeavours is the HOPE Project. Its themes were distilled from the Millennium Development Goals of the United Nations. Balancing sustainability with a competitive industry is one of our priorities.
"Renewable energy – in particular solar energy – has a major role to play in changing the world. And those who doubt it can just go to Enkanini, which is an informal settlement a few kilometres from here. There they will find a joint project between Stellenbosch Municipality and the University. It is called the iShack, which is a prototype dwelling erected by postgraduate students in Sustainable Development. They are working with the Municipality on an upgrading programme for informal settlements. On the roof of the iShack is a small photovoltaic panel that generates enough electricity for two electric lights; and for charging a cell phone. It does not sound like much, but this is exactly the kind of innovation that can improve the quality of life of the poorest of the poor in developing countries the world over. Crucial for this kind of project to succeed is close collaboration between different role players. That is why we value the role played by our partner in the iShack project, the Stellenbosch Municipality."
The conference sees a large number of international participants, as well as researchers from Africa, joining South African delegates to deliberate the latest advances in solar technologies.
"The conference provides the opportunity for researchers, engineers, technologists and individuals to share and discuss recent developments in the field and share ideas on future requirements and developments. The conference themes focus on research and development projects and results completed by universities and other research institutions over the last five years," says Prof Wikus van Niekerk, Director of the Centre for Renewable and Sustainable Energy Studies (CRSES), and Chair of the Conference.
The programme included two keynote addresses. Dr Christoph Richter of the DLR (German Aerospace Centre) spoke (video) on recent developments in the field of concentrating solar power and Prof Jürgen Werner from Stuttgart University explored the future of photovoltaic technologies. In total forty-six technical presentations are included in the programme from various universities and research groups in Southern Africa and abroad. The topics vary from an in-depth analysis of the flow of air through packed beds, used for thermal storage, to perspectives on national policies that will support solar energy.


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Friday, May 23, 2014 Johnny D's Uptown Restaurant & Music Club, 17 Holland Street, Somerville, MA (617) 776-2004 Drummer John Frazee leads a rotating cast of local talent in a tribute to the Grateful Dead. We play 2nd&4th Fridays at the Midway Cafe in JP 6:30-8:30PM.
Cheap Trick's Robin Zander and his band will be at the The Verve, Crowne Plaza, 1360 Worcester Street, Natick on Friday night. The new Robin Zander Band, comprised of Cheap Trick frontman Zander, drummer Steve Luongo, guitarist Mark Hitt and bassist Larry Hobbs. Show starts at 9:00 p.m. Tickets: $20. or $25. at the door.
The Selfies Band will be at the Midway Cafe, 3496 Washington Street, Jamaica Plain ((617) 524-9038 on Friday. The selfies are a cover band who play the music from David Bowie, Joe Walsh, Led Zeppelin and The Beatles. The band is Dennis Foley on lead vocals and harp, Dave Bauman on guitar and vocals, Bill Duncan on bass and vocals and Matt Brennan on drums and vocals. Although it may seem that The Selfies are a 60's, 70's hard rock styled group, they are currently working their way through the decades starting on 1980's tunes such as the Talking Heads "Burning Down the House and 1990's tunes like the Foo Fighters "Everlong."
Friday, In a Pig's Eye, 148 Derby Street, Salem (978)741-4436 has Classic Ruins who are known as Boston's beloved story telling garage rockers!
The Big Bang Theory Band will be at the Skybox Restaurant and Sports Bar, 553 Main Street, Tewsbury (978)851-4818 on Friday. This band's specialty is classic epic rock! The band is Dave Heafey on bass, Dave Barber on lead rhythm guitar, Steve Banville on lead rhythm guitar, Bob Martin on drums and Rich "Hokey" McMahon on keyboards. This band will keep you out on the dance floor!
Also on Friday, May 23, 2014, The Juke Joint Five Band will be performing at Smoken Joe's BBQ and Blues, 351 Washington Street, Boston (617)254-5227 The band is a house rocking kick ass electric blues band with Gretchen Bostrom on vocals, John Bunszell on bass, Dick "The Poet" Lourie on saxophone, Silvertone Steve on guitar and Noah Teshu on drums.
Singer song writer Carlin Tripp will be performing on Friday night at The Speedwell Tavern, 47 Main Street, Plymouth (508)927-4724. His songs reflect on love lost, love found and the trials and joys we all face in our day to day existence. All of us are searching for an answer in our own way and it seems Carlin's music longs to provide us with a brief insight to the inner workings of the human spirit. In 2013 Limelight Magazine nominated Tripp for Breakthrough Artist of the Year. For more info: http://www.carlintripp.com
Tripp will be ta the Nosh Tavern, 15 Main Street, Plymouth on Saturday, May 24, 2014. For more info call: (508)747-3700
Saturday, May 24, 2014, Toby Keith's, Foxboro has Barn Fire a New Hampshire based country cover band covering classic to modern and top 40 country music with lots of guitars and harmonies! The band features guitarists Dave Wilson, Leo Melanson, John Crawford on bass guitar and our newest member Mark Zarakotas on drums. Dave Wilson, Crawdaddy and Leo are former members of the "Tom Dixon Band." For more info: http://barnfireband.com
The Next Page Cafe, 550 Broad Street, East Weymouth has the O'Boogie and the Firemen Band. If you like the Beatles, then you'll be singing along on Saturday night, when David Moorhead on guitar and vocals, Jay Kustka on guitar and vocals and
Eric Donohue on bass and vocals belt out all your favorite Beatles tunes. For more info on the band: http://oboogieandfireman.com