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London Mayor Boris Johnson has paid a lightning visit to Antrim to show he is "on board" with plans to produce parts in the borough for new London buses.
Chassis for 600 double-decker diesel hybrid vehicles will be manufactured at the new Wrightbus plant in the Newpark Industrial Estate in a three-year contract worth more than $300 million.
The extrovert Tory politician met workers and management at the state-of-the-art E.N.-Drive facility Friday, May 10, to officially open the site where 50 new jobs will be created when production is fully under way.
[Source: Antrim Guardian]
Parishioners in Whitecross have been left saddened and stunned by the sudden death of their beloved parish priest, Fr. Michael Rogers.
The gregarious 63-year-old cleric, who was described as "a friend to everyone" by members of the loyal congregation he had served over the last 11 years, is understood to have been found dead in bed at his mother's home in Banbridge Monday morning, May 6.
According to parishioners, Fr. Rogers devoted all his time to the four churches of Loughgilly parish for which he was solely responsible, often celebrating morning mass in one church and evening mass at another. The extremely active parish priest was also chairman of the Board of Governors at all four schools in in the area and was a part-time caretaker to his elderly mother, Patricia. Fr. Rogers was also in great demand to carry out weddings and christenings throughout the parish.
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Recent rule changes that have increased the amount of sponsorship and logos that inter-county teams can carry on their jerseys saw Carlow's senior teams sporting an anti-suicide message when they opened their championship campaigns last weekend.
Both the county footballers and hurlers had the slogan – 'Suicide Aware: Living is Winning' – on the back of their shirts.
"Like a lot of counties Carlow has been affected by this issue and, with so many young men involved in the G.A.A., our county chairman felt that the change of rules about logos gave us a great opportunity to send out a positive message to them," football selector Adrian Corcoran explained.
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The minister for Education and Skills, Ruairí Quinn T.D., has announced he is inviting patron-bodies to apply for the patronage of eight new post-primary schools nationwide, due to be established from 2015 and 2016, one of which is to be placed in the town of Kingscourt.
It comes almost two years after Minister Quinn announced back in 2011 that a new second-level school in Kingscourt was part of the new School Building Program.
A new $9 million school for Kingscourt was first confirmed for the east Cavan Town by Cavan V.E.C. in April 2009, which said once built it could accommodate some 500 pupils.
[Source: The Anglo Celt]
Clare Labour Party T.D. Michael McNamara has called on Bord Iascaigh Mhara (B.I.M.) to withdraw its application for a large-scale salmon farm off the north Clare coast because of "a significant difference of opinion" between B.I.M. and Inland Fisheries Ireland (I.F.I.), both State bodies.
The final decision on the future of the 456-hectare organic fish farm falls to the minister for Agriculture.
The proposed site is just over one mile from Inis Oírr and about four miles from the Clare coast and would accommodate 15,000 tons of salmon each year.
Deputy Michael McNamara is now calling on B.I.M. to withdraw its application for an aquaculture license for the salmon farm. He said, "A significant difference of opinion has emerged between B.I.M. and I.F.I., whose statutory function is the protection, management and conservation of the island's fisheries resource."
[Source: Clare Champion]
The inspiration of intoxication is the likely reason one young Corkonian found himself stuck in a McDonald's baby-chair when indulging on a late night snack Tuesday morning.
Gardaí (police) were called to McDonald's, Winthrop Street, at 1 a.m. to assist a young man who had gotten stuck in a child's high-chair.
An ingenious impulse to rediscover his childhood years left this cheeky chap red-faced and awkwardly perched in a sturdy, gray, plastic baby-chair, while two members of the Gardaí surveyed the situation.
[Source: Cork Independent]
Derry man Sean McCauley is heading to the Homeless World Cup following his selection for the Northern Ireland squad.
The Strand Foyer and Derry Bytes footballer is the only person from the city to be selected for participation in the U.E.F.A.-backed event in the first ever Northern Ireland homeless squad.
Sean was selected after being spotted by scouts while playing for his side in the N.I. Street League for homeless people.
[Source: Derry Journal]


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Evaraina Eppudaina to release in March
Described as a "sensible entertainer without any masala elements" the movie has completed the shooting of talkie portions. Executive producer CVN Pulla Rao says, "After completing all the shooting and post-production formalities, we will release the film in March. It is a different love story."
Kota Srinivasa Rao, Ali, Sandhya Jhalak, Radhakumari, Ramaprabha and others are in the cast. Music is by Manisharma, camera is by Venugopalan, editing is by Marthand K Venkatesh, while story, screenplay and direction are by Marthand.

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Definition of hill climb in English:
hill climb
A race for vehicles up a steep, often winding, hill.
Example sentences
- Events varied from 20-km solo and team time trials to cross-country races, a hill climb and a dirt criterium.
- A highlight will be a points battle for the King of the Mountains hill climb jersey at Oxenhope.
- 'I have ridden the bike in trials with a different engine but it is the first time I have done a freak hill climb on it,' he said.
hill-climber noun
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- For experimental purposes a population of stochastic hill-climbers is a genetic algorithm without crossover.
- Alternatively if all hill-climbers converge to points well-distributed across the space a more global, non-linear search technique such as a genetic algorithm is introduced.
- In this article, thorough examinations and comparison between genetic algorithm with heuristic search and hill-climbers search would be carried out.
hill-climbing noun
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- Great, but all that hill-climbing's made us hungry.
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RBC I A special use permit for the construction and operation of a new pipeline, submitted by Enterprise Gas Processing, LLC, was approved by Rio Blanco County Commissioners.
County approves new pipeline
Author will sign Piceance Creek history
MEEKER I Author Grace Petrakian will do a signing for her new book, "Land of Tall Grass," from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at Avis' Village Floral.
County Road 5 will hold info. meeting
RBC — The Rio Blanco County Road and Bridge Department invites the public to attend an informative meeting about the County Road 5 (CR 5) Corridor Project. This meeting will be held Tuesday, Nov. 18 at the Rock School Community Building, located along County Road 5 near Milepost 23.5, in Rio Blanco County from 5:30-8 […]
Saying her piece about the Piceance
Gracie Petrakian grew up in Meeker, before moving to Silt for her senior year of high school.
Large load traveling Highway 13 today
RBC — An oversized load, headed to the new Williams Gas Plant in the Piceance Creek Basin, will make its way through Rio Blanco County today and Friday.
Supersized load will halt traffic
RBC — An oversized or "super load" will make its way through Rio Blanco County today and Friday, halting traffic in spots. The load, which weighs 580,000 pounds and is 236 feet long, is headed to the new Williams Energy gas plant in the Piceance Creek Basin.
Town hears update on new gas plant
MEEKER — Represent-atives from Williams Companies presented information about their new Willow Creek gas processing plant to Meeker's town board and staff prior to the regular board meeting June 17.
Region leaders gear up to protest new rules
RANGELY — A special report outlining planned regulations and legislation from state and federal government that would cripple or almost destroy the area's economy was presented at Rangely's monthly community networking meeting by Sandy Been of EIS Solutions in Grand Junction.
Industry wants RBC to wait 6 mos. before imposing fees
RBC — Heading the charge to address critical needs in community infrastructure, the Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners presented a controversial impact fee proposal for residential, commercial and industrial development May 27.
Industry wants RBC to hold off impact fees
RBC — Everyone attending the public hearing held by the Rio Blanco County Commissioners on the Rangely campus of Colorado Northwestern Community College Monday was in agreement about the impacts facing the county but not how to pay for them.
Accidents on CR 5 increase significantly since 2006
RBC — The Rio Blanco County Sheriff's Office recently conducted a study of accidents that occurred on County Road 5 between 2001 and March 2008, and there has been a significant increase. In 2001, the sheriff's office investigated nine property damage accidents and one injury accident on County Road 5, for a total of 10 […]
"Staggering" forecasts may lead to increased fees
Rio Blanco County is planning to increase fees on new home, industry construction and development


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Everyone knows that a paper cutting is very important job when you are working with a stamp or a scrapbook. The nice and clean cuts show the professionalism and exactness of your work whereas sloppy cuts can down your impression. If you want to complete the task of cutting papers appropriately in addition to some other tool-friendly tasks such as cleaning the gutters, mowing the lawn or trimming the hedges then you should use the Line Handy Paper Cutter.
The Line Handy Paper Cutter is an elegant device that can replace your trusty, always ready-to-use hobby knife. The cutter is a mouse sized device that is used as a mouse, just click the button for starting the cutting. The device comes with a spinning cutting blade which is raised or lowered at the touch of a button. These spinning blades provide smooth movement and effortless cutting. It also makes the curved lines cutting easier than a pen knife. A replaceable battery is used by it to operate.
The Line Handy Paper Cutter is especially designed for smaller items up to 6 inches. You will definitely be disappointed, if you will buy it for the larger sheets of paper. The device can also be useful for trimming the photographs. The size of this cutter is small so it cannot cut several layers at once. Its blade is self sharpening and will not require replacing. But if you ever to replace the blades, they can be bought separately.
The Line Handy Paper Cutter is a durable and rust proof device that can be purchased with the price tag of $40. This stylish gadget can be the best gift for those who are interested in stencils. The device is available in four attractive colors – Blue, White, Brown and Green. The weight of cutter is 38 grams and size is 120 x 48 x 35 mm.


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Comprehensive Description
Lutjanus bucanella :
MZUSP 65240 (1, 232), Tamandaré ( 8°49'S , 35°5'W ), Pernambuco State , Brazil .
- Rodrigo L. Moura, Kenyon C. Lindeman (2007): A new species of snapper (Perciformes: Lutjanidae) from Brazil, with comments on the distribution of Lutjanus griseus and L. apodus. Zootaxa 1422, 31-43: 32-32, URL:http://www.zoobank.org/urn:lsid:zoobank.org:pub:EDE9214C-AABF-4706-AA56-C303C37A6B3C
Description: Body wide and relatively thick with a sloping forehead and a large round eye (distinctly larger than in the shallow-water congeners) and large terminal mouth. Dorsal-fin base long and anal-fin base short. Prominent dorsal, anal, and pelvic-fin spines and a large non-serrated preopercular spine.
Transitional stage: Transitional recruits show only a speckling of fine surface melanophores in addition to the residual larval melanophore complement. The lateral spot is made up of fine melanophores in a wide ellipse centered on the lateral line under the soft dorsal fin. The body becomes covered in fine leukophores. Lateral and ventral iridescence is prominent and includes a stripe from the mid-upper jaw around the lower eye socket and then widening to cover the preopercle. In life, a distinctive yellow saddle-patch develops on the dorsal caudal peduncle.
Juveniles: Juvenile L. buccanella
Physical Description
Max. size
Diagnostic Description
Diagnosis: Modal fin-ray counts of D-X,14 A-III,8 are shared among most of the regional Lutjanus species, including L. analis, L. apodus, L. cyanopterus, L. griseus, L. jocu and the deep-water snappers L. buccanella, L. campechanus, and L. vivanus. L. buccanella juveniles have a distinctive yellow saddle mark on the upper caudal peduncle and an indistinct lateral spot. (DNA)
MZUSP 65240 (1, 232), Tamandaré ( 8°49'S , 35°5'W ), Pernambuco State , Brazil .
Water temperature and chemistry ranges based on 3 samples.
Environmental ranges
Depth range (m): 0.4 - 53
Temperature range (°C): 23.720 - 26.404
Nitrate (umol/L): 0.501 - 1.112
Salinity (PPS): 36.080 - 36.291
Oxygen (ml/l): 4.437 - 4.807
Phosphate (umol/l): 0.094 - 0.118
Silicate (umol/l): 0.805 - 4.752
Graphical representation
Depth range (m): 0.4 - 53
Temperature range (°C): 23.720 - 26.404
Nitrate (umol/L): 0.501 - 1.112
Salinity (PPS): 36.080 - 36.291
Oxygen (ml/l): 4.437 - 4.807
Phosphate (umol/l): 0.094 - 0.118
Silicate (umol/l): 0.805 - 4.752
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From 20 to 200 meters.
Habitat: demersal.
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Molecular Biology
Barcode data: Lutjanus buccanella
The following is a representative barcode sequence, the centroid of all available sequences for this species.
There are 6 barcode sequences available from BOLD and GenBank.
Below is a sequence of the barcode region Cytochrome oxidase subunit 1 (COI or COX1) from a member of the species.
See the BOLD taxonomy browser for more complete information about this specimen and other sequences.
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Statistics of barcoding coverage: Lutjanus buccanella
Public Records: 12
Specimens with Barcodes: 16
Species With Barcodes: 1
Relevance to Humans and Ecosystems
Blackfin snapper
The blackfin snapper, Lutjanus buccanella, is a species of snapper native to the western Atlantic Ocean including the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea. It is a commercially important species, though it has been reported to carry the ciguatera toxin.[1]
Its color is typically a scarlet red with silvery undersides. It has a black crescent-shaped mark at the base of its pectoral fins. The fins are yellow to orange. This species can reach a length of 75 cm (30 in), though most do not exceed 50 cm (20 in). The greatest known weight for this species is 14 kg (31 lb).[1]
The blackfin snapper is found from North Carolina and Bermuda south to northern Brazil. It occurs most commonly in the Caribbean, being especially common around the Antilles.[1]
Habitat and habits[edit]
This species inhabits areas near reefs at depths of from 20 to 200 m (66 to 656 ft) (usually between 80 and 150 m (260 and 490 ft)). Juveniles tend to be found in shallower waters than adults, which tend to inhabit deeper water near drop-offs with sandy or rocky bottoms. Like other snapper, it is predatory and feeds primarily on smaller fish.[1]
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This thing is a couple of days old and already up to a million and a quarter hits. I post it because I just spent last weekend deep sea fishing off the Cape on my cousin Bobby's boat with my brothers. And I can promise you that if a frigging seal came crawling up on the frigging stern to escape a couple of frigging orcas, I would not have been anywhere near this calm about it. And, I probably would have kicked him off the boat. Because if Shark Week has taught us anything, seals are the big, juicy bacon double cheeseburger of the sea. Killer whales are the apex predators of the deep, and they've got to eat too.
If Harambe were alive, he'd be disgusted by this poor excuse for a masturbating Ohio gorilla https://t.co/dHOo0RKZqV pic.twitter.com/8V2yQoNpab
— The Smoking Gun (@tsgnews) August 23, 2016
TSG — An "erratic" Ohio man who was "acting like a gorilla" and "masturbating on the sidewalk" is facing a disorderly conduct charge, according to police.
Responding to 911 calls about a pair of "white males running around the lot taking off their clothes," Warren City Police Department cops Friday morning encountered Timothy Cook, 32, who reportedly had been "growling and punching the cement."
Cook, a witness told officers, had entered a state motor vehicles office and began waving his arms around. He then exited the building and "began masturbating on the sidewalk," according to a police report.
When a cop subsequently approached Cook, the suspect was sweating profusely and "acting like a gorilla." Cook, an officer noted, was "squatting on all fours, punching the blacktop and jumping up and down screaming noncoherently." …
Cook was charged with disorderly conduct while intoxicated.
I'm glad The Smoking Gun included the reference to the dear, departed Harambe. Because if it didn't, I would. This is what the Cincinnati Zoo didn't take into account when it told everyone to stop making Harambe references and shut down its Twitter account in frustration. We all mourn in different ways.
Some of us create memes, sell T-shirts or write blogs, while others drown their pain in booze and pills, make a scene in a government office, pound our fists into the pavement and then masturbate. Now, technically I suppose you could argue that my boy Timothy Cook was in fact acting like a different ape — bonobos are particularly fond of pleasuring themselves and don't care who's watching — but I'm going with the police account that he was going gorilla on everyone. And that it was the grief of dealing with Harambe's untimely demise that was his trigger.
It could happen to the best of us, so let's try to offer Timothy some understanding and support in this rough time for us all. If he's guilty of anything, it's loving Harambe too much.
P.S. The "… while intoxicated" at the end of that excerpt is one of the most unnecessary phrases ever included in a news story.


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PORTSMOUTH — Deputy Police Chief Corey MacDonald said Tuesday that police are planning to ramp up enforcement efforts in the downtown this summer, concentrating on disorderly bar patrons who become an annoyance to local residents and business owners.
"We are going to tackle the quality-of-life issues," MacDonald said. "We'll look at disorderly conduct in public, such as people kicking over trash cans. Our approach will be to charge people with those offenses."
The assertion that police will focus their resources on the downtown this summer came after what MacDonald said was a productive meeting at the police station Monday night between law enforcement and professionals in the downtown hospitality industry.
"We had a really good turnout," he said. "We had a lot of restaurant and bar owners, managers and bar staff."
Topics of discussion during the meeting ranged from how police can be helpful to those in the hospitality industry and vice versa, according to MacDonald.
One issue mentioned by bar owners at Monday's meeting involved limited transportation options for patrons when bars close, MacDonald said. Bar owners said the lack of available transportation can lead to large crowds of people downtown with nowhere to go, which MacDonald said can prove to be problematic.
He said the main focus Monday night was for the Police Department to relay its enforcement goals going into the summer.
"We want to tackle the things that are really annoying, things that are especially annoying to residents and business owners in that area of town," he said.
MacDonald said police will also concentrate on issues of over-service of alcohol and preventing people who are intoxicated from loitering in downtown establishments.
"We're not looking to duplicate liquor enforcement, but we'll be looking to address the issues that are sometimes the root causes of the problems we are having," he said.
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Submitted photo St. Vincent de Paul students who competed in the district science fair March 15 are, first row, from left, John Brenneman, Marisol Ausec, Douglas Natoce, Hayden Lingel, Luke Whitacre and Charlie Mayville. Second row, from left, are Matthew Sabula, Karlyn Kanuckel, Lauren Pfeifer, Lily Burnside, Trevor Grohe and Conrad Stein. Third row, from left, Justin Thomas, Sam Wendt, Laurel Vines and Zach Fernandez.
MOUNT VERNON — St. Vincent de Paul students did well at the district science fair held March 15 at OSU-Marion.
The 16 sixth-, seventh-, and eighth-graders, accompanied by teachers Terra Dilly, John Vining and Sharon Tharp, brought home eight excellent ratings and eight superior ratings.
Earning excellent ratings were eighth-graders Karlyn Kanuckel and Laurel Vines; seventh-graders Lily Burnside, Trevor Grohe and Lauren Pfeifer; and sixth-graders Marisol Ausec, Hayden Lingel and Douglas Natoce.
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Community Insurance Agency (CIA) owners Ashley and Joe Schieffert along with Dwight DeBoer of Lafayette would like to introduce Laurie Eckstein as their newest agent. Laurie began her duties at CIA on Monday, June 10.
While this is a change of direction for Laurie who has been involved in sales for more than 15 years, she is excited for the opportunity to work closely with people and businesses in the Sleepy Eye and New Ulm area.
Previously Laurie was a regional sales manager for a company based out of Oregon and prior to that a sale representative for AMPI in New Ulm.
Some may remember Laurie when she managed Emerald Travel in New Ulm.
"I'm starting a new career," Laurie said. "This is a whole new venture and it will be fun!"
Laurie's duties at CIA will include prospecting new clients, policy maintenance, customer service and day to day duties in the insurance business.
"I'm very dedicated to customer service, which I feel is very important in every business, especially the insurance industry.
While Laurie wasn't in the insurance industry previously, owner Joe Schieffert said her excellent customer service and the ability to work closely with people and businesses is what made her an excellent candidate for this position.
"Laurie has excellent customer service from working in sales for the past 15 years and that's what the insurance industry is about," Joe added. "We are happy to make her a part of our team."
While Laurie will be working primarily with business insurance, she is also licensed in personal lines.
"I encourage people to stop in and say hello," Laurie said. "If anyone is interested in the services we provide, I would be happy to help."
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KITTERY, Maine — The Kittery School Committee is opening up the school laptop sale to out-of-town residents in an attempt to sell the reconditioned computers in the next few days.
The school department is selling reconditioned four-year-old MacBook 6 laptops left from a laptop buyout offered by the state of Maine. Of 280 initially available, 80 are left. Each computer costs $250.
Everyone in the town, as well as school and town employees who don't live in Kittery, has had an opportunity to buy them. Now the sale is open to anyone who wants to purchase one. Those with Kittery ties are able to purchase two.
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They may be picked up at the department central office in Town Hall from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, Dec. 20, and Monday, Dec. 23, and until 10 a.m Christmas Eve.
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Web sites are awash with disaster predictions like collapsing sea beds, oily rain or oil-contaminated seafood, the Christian Science Monitor reported Thursday.
One scenario has the earth around the wellhead sinking and cracking, creating gushers that would never stop or giant exploding methane gas bubbles, events scientists say can't happen.
"The idea that there could be a catastrophic cave in, or a methane gas explosion, that's not a reasonable worry," said Gary Byerly, a professor of geology at Louisiana State University. "The rock formations on top of this oil deposit have enough strength that nothing like that is going to happen."
Byerly admits that oil and gas do leak from natural cracks in the gulf floor.
"That has been going on for tens of thousands of years, and petroleum and natural gas will find any kind of fault to come to the surface," he said.
A recent YouTube video purportedly showing oily rain falling in a New Orleans suburb has also been debunked by scientists.
"I don't think what is supposedly shown in the video could happen," said Alberto Mestas-Nunez, a professor of oceanography at Texas A&M University. "Oil is a complex mixture of hydrocarbons, and I don't see how these separate components could evaporate and then recombine in the atmosphere and come down as something like oil."
Regarding contaminated seafood, experts note that much of the seafood sold in the United States is imported or comes from Alaska, and multiple inspection systems ensure that gulf seafood is being caught in clean water.
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Definition of buckeye in English:
1A North American tree or shrub related to the horse chestnut, with showy yellow, red, or white flowers.
- Genus Aesculus, family Hippocastanaceae: several species, including the Ohio buckeye (A. glabra), with yellow flowers and prickly fruit husks.
Example sentences
- Other less prominent tree types included various hickories, other ash species, white oak, black walnut, butternut, basswood, yellow buckeye, elm, black cherry, black gum, and tulip tree.
- Beneath these grow red buckeye, whose clusters of bright red flowers enliven the forest in early spring.
- It sickens nearly two dozen other hosts that range from California buckeye, bay laurel, and bigleaf maple to redwood, some rhododendrons, and even certain blueberry cultivars.
2 (also buckeye butterfly) An orange and brown New World butterfly with conspicuous eyespots on the wings.
- Junonia coenia, subfamily Nymphalinae, family Nymphalidae.
Example sentences
- Many lepidopteran species (particularly specialists, such as the buckeye butterfly, which concentrates on species in the family Scrophulariaceae) oviposit directly on the desired host plant due to limited mobility of the larvae.
- He worked with the buckeye butterfly, which has bold bull's-eye spots on its fore and hind wings.
- Gulf fritillaries, buckeyes, and monarchs travel through the greenway on their annual trip to their winter grounds in Mexico.
3 (Buckeye) US informal A native of the state of Ohio.
From the name given to the state, with reference to the abundance of buckeye trees
Example sentences
- Our Richard Quest is in that lynchpin state trying to determine precisely what a Buckeye is.
- He is a native Buckeye and began his career in law enforcement with the United States Army. He served as a Military Police Officer from 1968 to 1971.
- If you recall, I am an OH Buckeye born and raised, and so are three of my children.
4 (also buckeye coupling) A kind of automatic coupling for railroad rolling stock.
Named after the Buckeye Steel Castings Company, Columbus, Ohio
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- The conclusion reached was that the use of screw couplings between coaches was inadvisable, and buckeye couplings should be used for push-pull operation.
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Events: Claire Pettibone Flagship Trunk ShowMay 28th, 2013 – Comment
- Take it easy…approach dress shopping with a sense of fun and adventure. If you walk into your appointment feeling stressed, it can take the joy out of what should be a highlight of the pre-wedding planning. You WILL find the gown…you found the groom, that's the hard part!
- Stay true, and go with what you love. Choose details that resonate with you, and it won't really matter what's "in". Trends come and go, but if you truly love your dress, or a particular style or theme, then you will always look back on the day and your photos with that same joy.
- Backstory…it's hard to take our eyes off a beautiful bride, and your guests will be watching you from ceremony to dancing. The dress should look beautiful from every angle, and I love a sensuous back detail.
- Incorporate some homemade touches, whether you do them yourself, or enlist the help of crafty or talented family and guests. Things made with love add another dimension that you will miss if the wedding is over-produced.
- The one thing that absolutely EVERY bride needs is a one-of-a-kind groom who is madly in love with her.
Can't wait to see you at the Flagship!
xoxo, Claire
Please contact Erica for an appointment: 310.360.6268 or email firstname.lastname@example.com
Friday, June 14th, and Saturday, June 15th
Claire Pettibone Flagship Salon
236 South Robertson Bl.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Photographer: Elizabeth Messina
See more of the Claire Pettibone Flagship Store here and here.
Musings: Sweet InspirationMay 27th, 2013 – Comment
Celadon is one of those colors your eyes can just sink into…not quite green, just a hint of blue…this cake makes a delicious pairing with our Venus silk velvet and lace gown.
See more of Venus and the entire collection at Clairepettibone.com
Cake: Cotton and Crumbs
Events: Salon Spotlight • Bridal & FormalMay 24th, 2013 – Comment
Ohio brides, you have got to see the new Couture Studio at Bridal & Formal! In honor of their grand re-opening, they are showcasing the Claire Pettibone Collection from May 25th through June 2nd. Be sure to give them a call to schedule an appointment, as brides are lining up for the red carpet treatment! Bridal & Formal has been a wonderful Claire Pettibone retailer for many years, and we congratulate them on their elegant new look!
Bridal & Formal
300 West Benson
Cincinnati, Ohio 45215
(513) 821-6622
Events: Claire Pettibone mentorship at Otis Part II-Fashion ShowMay 24th, 2013 – Comment
Quoted from Huffington Post article. To read full article by Stephanie Hallett, click here.
Runway photos by photographer Nathan Gulick
Scholarship Benefit and Fashion Show from Otis College of Art and Design
New Looks: Decoupage Details • LaceMay 21st, 2013 – Comment
Lace is one of my favorite fabrics. There are so many varieties and techniques used to create this intricate textile, but I prefer the old ways. Many of the mills that I work with are in their 4th, 5th, and in one case, 9th generation of family owned businesses! Some of the lace patterns in my collection were designed and drafted in the 1760's. I feel the history behind these gorgeous fabrics makes lace such a special choice for a wedding dress. That sense of the past, and artisan craftsmanship being handed down through the generations is rare in our disposable world, and it gives me hope that there are still people doing this work, and brides that appreciate it.
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Patient Safety Awareness Week: 52 Weeks a Year
Patient Safety Awareness Week: 52 Weeks a Year
03.07.14 | By Scott LaGanga
A patient should never have to worry about the safety of their medicines. Unfortunately, patient's lives are put at risk across the country due to counterfeit, substandard, or otherwise unsafe medicines. By some estimates, 36 million Americans have purchased prescription medicines online without a prescription, and the National Association of Board of Pharmacy's estimates that 97 percent of all online pharmacies fail to meet even the most basic pharmacy laws and practice standards, which is incredibly disconcerting.
Patient Safety Awareness Week is a good reminder that while the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is working tirelessly to keep the U.S. supply chain safe, it is important to be an informed consumer. Taking an active interest in your health, especially when it comes to your medications, should occur year-round.
Knowing the origin of your medication is key. Most counterfeits found in the U.S. are not purchased from doctors and pharmacies, but are from outside the supply chain. If you purchase your medication online be certain that the distributor is FDA regulated or accredited by the National Association of Board of Pharmacy's VIPPS (Verified Internet Pharmacy Practice Site). The VIPPS website has a list of certified pharmacies so you can avoid the risk of counterfeit, expired or fraudulent medicines.
Unfortunately, a small percentage of counterfeit medications found in the U.S. have been distributed by licensed doctors and pharmacists. In 2012, for example, the FDA sent warning letters to more than 50 doctors and clinics in the U.S. making them aware of the fact that they may have purchased counterfeit cancer medications. Medical professionals play a major role in the elimination of counterfeit medications and can learn about sourcing medicine safely by reading the Partnership for Safe Medicines' LEADERS guide.
Counterfeit medicines are a real public health risk because criminal enterprises have been evolving and innovating much faster than the government's efforts to stop them. Earlier this month, for example, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police dismantled a counterfeit facility in Quebec capable of producing an estimated 300,000 fake pills, and last June, the INTERPOL-led Operation Pangea VI seized more than 9.8 million doses of counterfeit medicines and shut down more than 9,600 websites for fake online pharmacies.
Everyone has a role to play in the fight against prescription counterfeits, and patient safety should not just be limited to one week, especially when it comes to counterfeit medicines and patient health. If you suspect your medication has been tampered with or compromised, be sure to follow the S.A.F.E.D.R.U.G. checklist.


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Hedge Funds on the Hot Seat
Hedge funds take their star turn on Capitol Hill today. The Senate Judiciary Hearings are ostensibly about the relationship between hedge funds and independent research firms (see prior Law Blog post on topic). But with last week's one-two-punch of blockbuster hedge fund news — the D.C. Circuit's ruling that the SEC's hedge-fund registration rules are invalid and that top hedge fund Pequot is under investigation — the hearing is likely to take on a different tack. At issue: Should Congress pass laws to regulate the industry?
Today's WSJ has two stories on this issue. Kara Scannell and Brody Mullins report on the hedge-fund industry's relatively new but increasingly powerful lobbying efforts. And Jesse Eisinger's Long & Short column looks at the issue of regulation and urges Congress to increase government oversight of the industry.
Here's a peek at some of the testimony Senator Arlen Specter and company will be hearing today:
- Former SEC lawyer Gary Aguirre's testimony is nearly identical to his whistleblower letter to Congress, which include insider-trading allegations against an unnamed hedge fund, which we now know to be Pequot Capital.
- Marc Kasowitz of Kasowitz Benson Torres & Friedman will testify (click here). Kasowitz represents Biovail in its lawsuit against hedge fund SAC and research-firm Gradient, accusing them of colluding to drive down Biovail's stock price. Here's his testimony, on behalf of something called the Alliance for Investment Transparency. Today's New York Post shines some light on that mysterious organization.
- Sidley Austin hedge-fund lawyer Joseph McLaughlin will testify on behalf of the industry's chief lobbying group, the Managed Funds Association. Here's his testimony.
- For the rest of the lot testifying today, visit our friends at WSJ.com's MarketBeat.
For the hedge-fund obsessed, here's a link to the webcast of today's congressional confab.


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Dena Hawkins of Arlington holds what she thinks to be family photographs from the Green Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at 3033 W. Green Oaks Blvd, in Arlington, Texas, Tuesday April 3, 2012. She found them in the street. She lives on a nearby street and she and her husband Mark Hawkins were trying to return them the their owner.
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The Senior Program Manager will work interactively with the UX team, Product
Managers, Engineering Managers, and Executive Management to track projects
and strategic initiatives. This person will be responsible for tracking and
escalating issues, prioritizing and managing change requests, and keeping
everyone on the same page while minimizing exposure to risk. This will be
critical for a successful delivery of our next generation solution.
1. Creates and executes project work plans and revises as appropriate to
meet changing needs and requirements.
2. Close collaboration with User Experience Project Leads, Product
Managers, and Engineering Manager.
3. Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.
4. Manages day-to-day operational aspects of all UX research projects and
5. Work interactively with external vendors (when needed) to track
/manage research projects.
6. Minimizes our exposure and risk on each project.
7. Planning of the next release. This includes:
- Getting estimates for each feature and technical modification to be
included in the release
- Assigning the correct resources to each feature, and
- Laying out the order of implementation balancing priority, resource
loading, and feasibility of each task on the schedule.
Remove obstacles that may cause the project team to miss their
Manage all issues. This includes:
- Processing all Issues and ensuring that the Issue flow is correct.
- Monitoring Incidents. This includes evaluating impact of customer
request on the project plan.
Developing and encouraging the use of process to improve product quality
and team member experience.
Ensuring that each resource continues to have the proper workload on a
daily basis not just during the initial planning stage.
- Challenges others to develop as leaders while serving as a role model
and mentor.
- Manages the development of team by ensuring, when possible, that
project tasks are in line with each Innovator's career interests.
- Inspires coworkers to attain goals and pursue excellence.
- Identifies opportunities for improvement and makes constructive
suggestions for change.
- Manages the process of innovative change effectively.
- Remains on the forefront of emerging industry practices.
- Consistently acknowledges and appreciates each team member's
- Effectively utilizes each team member to his/her fullest potential.
- Motivates team to work together in the most efficient manner.
- Keeps track of lessons learned and shares those lessons with team
Mitigates team conflict and communication problems.
- 6+ years Technical Software Project Management experience. Position
requires knowledge of Microsoft Project, Excel, Word; excellent written and
verbal communication skills, high attention to detail; strong problem
solving skills; experience simultaneously managing multiple projects; and
experience with at least 3 development methodologies.
- Experience working with cross functional development and operations
teams to implement complex business and technology solutions
- Telecommunications/Cable industry experience within development or
information technology functional areas
- Experience using Java, C++, object-oriented languages, and scripting
- Experience with Earned Value is beneficial.
- Experience with Virtual Teams is beneficial.
- Experience with Agile and/or test driven development a plus
- Experience with SharePoint and/or Wiki a plus
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Parking Utilities
Fax: (732) 530-4718
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Permit parking spaces are located in designated sections of the following lots:
- Gold Street
- Great Swamp
- Mechanic Street
- Union Street
- Wallace Street
- White Street
Enforcement for these permit parking spaces is Monday through Friday 9:00AM to 2:00PM. After 2:00PM these spaces become metered parking open to the public. Free parking after 6:00PM on weekdays and all day Sunday.
Time limits and hours of enforcement for parking meters are posted on signs in every metered area, as well as on each parking meter.
The purpose of time limits is to ensure that parking spaces regularly become available for customers of area business and visitors to the downtown.
Parking meters are enforced in the Borough of Red Bank on Monday through Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm, with the following exceptions:
- Permit Parking in Borough Lots Monday through Friday from 9:00AM to 2:00PM
- Free Parking after 6:00PM Monday thru Saturday and all day Sunday
Time limits and hours of enforcement for parking meters are posted on signs in every metered area, as well as on each parking meter.
All meters will accept smart cards, U.S. nickels, dimes and quarters. It is illegal to put anything other than these coins in a meter, or to tamper with a meter in anyway.
Four hour maximum time limit.
- 15 minutes—$0.25
- 30 minutes—$0.50
- 1 hour—$1.00
- 4 hours—$4.00
Four hour maximum time limit.
- 5 minutes—$0.05
- 10 minutes—$0.10
- 30 minutes—$0.25
Starting July 1, 2016 Fees for public parking lots & streets are as follows;
- In designated borough lots — 1 hour/$1.00
- On borough streets - 1 hour/$1.50
The smart card is specifically geared towards the convenient use of downtown meters.
The Smart Way to Pay for Parking
To pay for parking with your Smart Card, simply insert it into the slot on the parking meter. The meter will read the tiny microchip embedded in your card and show you how much money is left on your Smart Card.
Your card will automatically begin adding time to the meter in 30 minute increments, deducting that amount of money from the remaining value on your card. When you reach the desired amount of time on the meter, remove your card from the slot.
Cards will not add time beyond the meter's pre-set limit. For example, if your meter is zoned for four hour parking, you will not be able to pay for more than four hours.
- Convenient—The Smart Card can be used instead of coins at all parking meters in Red Bank.
- Economical—Just pay for the parking you use. At the parking meter, unused time can be credited back to the Smart Card.
- Reusable—Smart Cards can be easily replenished at the Parking Utility (if you already own a Smart Card and it is still fully functional. Do not replace it; just replenish parking time as needed.)
Using Smart Cards
The Red Bank Parking Utility has equipped all meters to accept Smart Cards as well as coins!
You won't have to hunt for quarters when you want to park at a meter! Smart Cards are the size of a credit card, so they fit conveniently in your wallet or pocket. Available in $25 pre-set amount from merchants and any denomination from the parking utility office up to $300.00.
How to Use at a Parking Meter
- Insert Smart Card into parking meter.
- The dollar value of the card will flash four times on the meter.
- Time will be on the meter in increments of 30 minutes.
- Remove the card when the desired amount of the time is displayed.
- Re-insert Smart card into meter to refund unused time
To Obtain Time Refund from a Parking Meter
- After putting time on the meter, at least one minute of that initial time must run down, otherwise the card will not be able to refund your money back to the card and it will start adding additional time.
- Insert the Smart Card into the parking meter.
- The dollar value of the card will flash four times on the meter.
- Then you will see "REF" for refund. Wait until you see the new money balance, you may then remove the card.
Where to Purchase
- Red Bank Visitors' Center
20 Broad Street 2nd Floor
- Red Bank River Center
20 Broad Street 2nd Floor
- Eyes First Vision Center
35 Monmouth Street
- Borough of Red Bank
Department of Public Works
75 Chestnut Street
- Borough of Red Bank
Parking Utility
75 Chestnut Street
Municipal Residential Parking Permits
Residents may apply to the office of the Borough Parking Utility located at 75 Chestnut Street for a residential parking permit. Driver License and a valid vehicle registration card are required.
Residential permits have an expiration date please renew prior to expiration. All permits must be displayed visibly in the rear driver's side window or driver's/driver's passenger side window, which are not tinted.
Municipal Public Parking Lot Permits
Permits may be obtained at the office of the Borough Parking Utility located at 75 Chestnut Street. All permits must be displayed visibly from the rearview mirror when parked.Starting July 1st, 2016 Fees for public parking lot permits are as follows;
Fees for public parking lot permits are as follows:
- Monthly — $180.00
- Quarterly — $275.00
- 6-months — $500.00
- Yearly — $1000.00
Contractor Permits
Permits may be obtained at the office of the Borough Parking Authority located at 75 Chestnut Street.
Fees for Contractor Permits are as follows:
- 30-days per Meter Permit — $135.00
Malfunctioning Meters
Please stay with meter and immediately report malfunctioning meters to Borough Parking Utility at 732-345-8135. When calling, please indicate the meter ID number (e.g., BS19E) located under the glass dome behind the time display.
Read all posted signage before parking in any of the Borough Public Parking Lots. Each Parking Lot meter is posted with information.
Parking Tickets
Parking tickets can be paid at the Traffic Violations Department, located on the main floor of Borough Hall, located at 90 Monmouth Street Monday through Thursday, between the hours of 8 AM and 6 PM.
Traffic tickets can also be paid online at www.NJMCDirect.com.
To dispute a parking ticket, contact the Traffic Violations Department at 732-530-2716.
Municipal Court
For more information, please visit the court page.


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Houston Astros' Matt Downs drives his second home run of the game into the left field seats during the ninth inning of the Astros' 8-4 loss to the San Diego Padres in a baseball game on Wednesday, July 18, 2012, in San Diego. Downs accounted for all four Astro runs. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi)


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SouthCoast could be seeing 2 to 4 inches of snow overnight, the National Weather Service in Taunton said, in a winter weather advisory in effect from 9 tonight to 1 p.m. Wednesday.
Roads could become slick and snow-covered and the weather service is advising motorists to take extra care in driving.
A winter weather advisory is issued when snow and/or ice is forecast to develop but accumulations are expected to be light.
The track of a storm now affecting the South and the Carolinas will be moving closer to this region than originally forecast, meteorologists said.
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Definition of reed warbler in English:
reed warbler
A Eurasian and African songbird with plain plumage, frequenting reed beds.
- Genus Acrocephalus, family Sylviidae: several species, in particular the common A. scirpaceus.
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- The Basra reed warbler is a near-endemic species of Iraq whose last stronghold is the Mesopotamian marshlands to the north of Basra.
- Scientists also predicted that species like the black kite, cattle egret and great reed warbler, not currently found in Britain, could migrate there if warmer summer temperatures continued.
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IATA says airlines now have $4.1 billion stuck in Venezuela
The International Air Transport Association said Monday that airlines worldwide now have $4.1 billion of their revenues held up in Venezuela because they can't get the money out of the country.
"Airlines can no longer afford the risk of not being paid when providing services to Venezuela. International capacity to and from Venezuela is down 49% from peak service levels offered last year and 36% lower year on year," the airline group said.
"The blocked monies are from ticket sales in Venezuela and are being held by the government in breach of international treaties. Considering that the global air transport industry is expected to post a collective $18 billion profit this year, the outstanding $4.1 billion is significant," it said.
American Airlines reported last week that it has $791 million it can't get out of the South American country. That would represent close to 20 percent of the $4.1 billion.
American on July 2 reduced its U.S.-Venezuela schedule from 48 round trips a week down to 10.
"Venezuela, like all nations, reaps enormous benefits from air connectivity," IATA director general and CEO Tony Tyler said in IATA's statement. "Air transport is a catalyst of economic growth and is a critical component of Venezuela's economic well-being and a vital link to the global economy. Air transport could also play a significant role in the Venezuelan economic recovery. Without robust air links to the world, there is little chance of a recovery."
IATA said Tyler had sent a fourth letter to Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro about the money stuck in Venezuela as Venezuelan bolivars, and asked for a meeting to urge a solution.


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Chiefs pick up pieces after tragedy
Jovan Belcher's locker still has belongings in it
The Kansas City Chiefs returned to work Monday at their practice facility near Arrowhead Stadium, trying to find a sense of normalcy.
It was difficult to do.
The locker that once belonged to Jovan Belcher, the linebacker who killed his girlfriend and then turned the gun on himself Saturday, still had all his belongings hanging in it.
Coach Romeo Crennel and general manager Scott Pioli had to walk past the place in the parking lot where Belcher killed himself. Teammates gathered in meetings and to watch film and couldn't help but notice the empty seat.
Crennel said that "time heals all wounds," and the Chiefs are hopeful the healing has begun.
Read transcript of Romeo Crennel news conference
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FARIBAULT, Minn. – Classic Motorworks, Ltd., the company that imports Royal Enfield motorcycles in the United States, announced that the manufacturer doubled its U.S. dealer sales in the first quarter of 2014, compared to numbers from 2013.
Royal Enfield attributes the success to a combination of factors, including the release of the Continental GT, price restructuring, a new factory and increased marketing efforts in the United States. The surging interest in café racer and vintage-style bikes is another contributor to the strong first quarter.
"Our growing dealer network has used the introduction of the Continental GT café racer along with the growing market for retro and midsized motorcycles to improve their profitability and local market penetration. Our new high-value pricing with increased margins has also been a factor. We believe that we are now offering the best value in the market today. There is a following that's growing here in the U.S., and we're proud to be a part of it," said Kevin Mahoney, President of Classic Motorworks.
Royal Enfield CEO Siddhartha Lal will be part of an event at the Smog Shoppe in Los Angeles on May 19, during which he will unveil the Continental GT to local dealers. A Royal Enfield Ride will be part of the festivities.


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Get an overview of this hotelElegant lodge in the Teton Mountains
In the Grand Tetons
Located next to Grand Teton National Park, this elegant lodge is near the shops at Teton Village and the National Elk Refuge. The town of Jackson is 12 miles away and Snake River is a 10-minute drive.
Heated outdoor pool
Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole offers a ski-in/ski-out restaurant and a full-service spa. The heated outdoor pool and spa tubs provide panoramic views of the Tetons. A ski concierge and rental shop are available.
Fireplaces, docking stations
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Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole7680 Granite Loop Teton Village WY 83025
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Located adjacent to the Grand Teton National Park and near Yellowstone National Park, this elegant lodge is also close to the shops at Teton Village. The town of Jackson is 12 miles away. A dozen ski lifts (and 116 runs) are nearby.
The 10-floor Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole offers 3 restaurants and lounges, as well as 24-hour room service, and a daily breakfast.
The heated 75-foot outdoor pool provides panoramic views of the Tetons. Three hot-springs-style spa tubs surround the pool. In the winter, heated towels and hot chocolate are provided. The fitness facility offers state-of-the-art equipment, complimentary yoga classes, and access to the steam room, spa tub, and cold plunge pool.
The 11,685-square foot spa offers men's and women's lounges with fireplaces. Private spa suites feature Swiss showers, fireplaces, and soaking tubs. A range of massage and spa treatments are offered.
A ski and base camp concierge is available. In addition to a 24-hour business center and business services, Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole offers dry cleaning service, a safe-deposit box, babysitting/child care (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge), 5 meeting/conference rooms and wedding services.
- 24-hour business center
- Arcade/game room
- Babysitting or childcare
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Concierge services
- Conference space
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Fireplace in lobby
- Fitness facilities
- Free WiFi
- Full-service spa
- Garden
- Hair salon
- Health club
- Laundry facilities
- Library
- Luggage storage
- Meeting rooms 5
- Number of bars/lounges - 2
- Number of floors - 10
- Number of meeting rooms - 4
- Number of restaurants - 2
- Number of spa tubs - 3
- Outdoor pool
- Picnic area
- Poolside bar
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Shopping on site
- Ski storage
- Ski-in/ski-out access
- Spa services on site
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Terrace
- Total number of rooms - 156
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Valet parking (surcharge)
Family Friendly Amenities
- Arcade/game room
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Cribs/infant beds (complimentary)
- DVD player
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry facilities
- Outdoor pool
- Separate living room
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Valet parking (surcharge)
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Bathrobes
- Cable TV service
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free toiletries
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Daily housekeeping
- Desk
- Down comforter
- DVD player
- Free WiFi
- Hair dryer
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- In-room safe
- Iron/ironing board
- MP3 docking station
- Pay movies
- Phone
- Premium bedding
- Private bathroom
- Room service (24 hours)
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Separate living room
- Separate sitting area
- Turndown service
Where to Eat
The Handle Bar - The Handle Bar is an American pub and beer hall that features a wide selection of American and international beers, whiskeys, and provisions. It is the ideal spot for hungry skiers and travelers.
Westbank Grill - Westbank Grill pairs distinctive flavours with casual elegance, creating an inviting fine dining atmosphere. A large stone fireplace, dynamic open kitchen and stunning views of Teton Village and Rendezvous Peak provide a cosy setting for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
The Pool Cafe - During the summer months, The Pool Cafe offers a unique alternative for al fresco mountainside dining. The restaurant serves up burgers, sandwiches, salads and snacks daily. When the temperature rises, cool off with a range of fruit smoothies, cocktails, iced treats and ice cream from the ice cream cart.
Nearby Things to Do
- Bicycle rentals on site
- Playground on site
- Ski equipment rentals on site
Spa Services
Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole has a full-service spa featuring 16 massage and treatment rooms, facial treatments, and body treatments.
- Swedish massage
- Reflexology
- Number of treatment rooms 16
- Manicures and pedicures
- Body wraps
- Body scrubs
- Aromatherapy treatments
- Ayurvedic treatments
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessible bathroom
- In-room accessibility
- Roll-in shower
Hotel Policies
Check-in time ends at midnight
Check-in time starts at 4 PM
Check-out time is noon
Payment types
- Dogs only
- 1 per room (up to 25 lb)
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
- Resort fee: 7.7 percent of room rate
Optional extras
- Breakfast fee: between USD 18 and USD 24 per person (approximately)
- Valet parking fee: USD 30 per day (in/out privileges)
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- Four Seasons Jackson Hole Teton Village
- Four Seasons Resort Jackson
- Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole Teton Village
- Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole
- Four Seasons Jackson Hole
- 4 Seasons Resort Jackson Hole
- Four Seasons Teton Village
- Four Seasons Resort Jackson Hole Hotel Teton Village
- Four Seasons Resort And Residences Jackson Hole Teton Village
- Teton Village Four Seasons


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I cannot for the life of me find a pair of running tights that FIT and stay put during my runs (currently training for a half). It gets COLD here in Mass in the winter, so I have no choice but to find a good pair or start logging my miles on the dreaded treadmill. (I think my issue might be that I have a smaller waist and muscular butt/ thighs, but who knows.)
Any brands you swear by? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
So what part doesn't stay put?
I live just north of you in New Hamster, and I've worn many-many types of tights in my 40+ years of running and am pretty picky about what I wear. For starters, I've found that tight tights irritate my knee caps to the point where I can barely walk the next day much less run, and I've found that really loose running pants aren't warm enough (unless I have another pair on under them on really-really cold days). I guess I'm like Goldilocks in that I want them "Just right".
Here are a couple of examples of the types of tights I like the best:
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Thanks for replying! Basically, I was looking for a pair of compression-like tights to keep me warm and comfortable on these blisteringly cold winter mornings. I notice by your links you seem to prefer pants (probably based on what you mentioned above) but loose running pants make me crazy.
Right now, the pair I have are New Balance, and they start to drift down my waist and back with every stride - VERY distracting.
Thanks again!
Do your tights have a drawstring you can tie at the waist?
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> so on. I need to find a way to specify that it connects to port 445
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VFW 5040 Post, Woodstock
240 N. Throop Street
Woodstock, IL
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This benefit is to help offset Jill's medical expenses.
Jill has Multiple Myelcma Cancer.
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J-41 footwear is functional yet stylish. Our newest addition is the Oasis Black Vegan Sneaker. These eco friendly shoes are 100% vegan and offer a casual, sporty look. The partially recycled rubber outsoles have wonderful traction making this a go-anywhere shoe. The quick-drying memory foam footbed is removable and very comfortable. The packaging these high quality shoes come in is recycled and recyclable.
The edge of this vegan sneaker is lined with hot pink contrast stitching. There is an intricate cut out design along the top and back of the shoe as well as more contrast stitching in beautiful pastel colors. Tiny silver studs dot the top and back of the shoes as well. They close with a velcro ankle strap and their rich black exterior has the feel of soft faux suede.
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Unique Disease Management Guide Combines Comprehensive Information and Tools from Thought-Leading Movement Disorder Experts with Insights from People with Parkinson's
BOULDER, CO, July 16, 2012 – Imagine you are one of the 60,000 new U.S. cases of Parkinson's disease diagnosed each year. Where can you turn for accurate information? How can you learn what to expect and how to make things easier? The Davis Phinney Foundation today announced the launch of its Every Victory Counts® manual's second edition, which uniquely gives people living with Parkinson's – and their care partners and family members – the tools they need to take a proactive approach to self-care from diagnosis through advanced stages of the disease, including the latest information for the recently diagnosed, expanded content specifically for care partners and guidance for living with young-onset Parkinson's.
"Having competed successfully in the Olympics, Tour de France and countless other grueling professional cycling events, I know firsthand that attitude, focus and engagement can lead to victory in difficult, demanding circumstances," said Davis Phinney, founder of the Davis Phinney Foundation and the winningest cyclist in US history. "For people like me who face the challenges of Parkinson's each day, it's critical we apply this same approach to our journey with Parkinson's. With the expanded Every Victory Counts manual, we are empowering people to take control and motivating them to find and savor their moments of victory."
The Every Victory Counts manual, which is endorsed by the American Academy of Physician Assistants, offers rich, interactive content co-authored by Monique Giroux, MD, and Sierra Farris, MA, MPAS, PA-C. It includes worksheets, medication logs and questionnaires, all designed to help people monitor their health, create action plans and facilitate communication with healthcare professionals and care partners. The Every Victory Counts manual also addresses key topics, such as: talking to family and coworkers about the disease, exercise, nutrition, emotional health, deep brain stimulation, medical, surgical and behavioral therapies, intimacy, care partner issues and the importance of staying engaged.
"The Davis Phinney Foundation is proud to provide this expanded resource to the Parkinson's community," said Polly Dawkins, executive director, the Davis Phinney Foundation. "Since launching the Every Victory Counts program more than two years ago, we have been encouraged and touched by the positive responses and valuable feedback, which shaped the direction and content for the second edition. We've added a primer for the recently diagnosed, extensive material for care partners and new worksheets and graphical references."
Some of the most powerful content in the manual is provided by more than 50 people with Parkinson's who share compelling and inspiring insights on topics such as exercise, diet and intimacy. These heartfelt and often humorous testimonials offer wisdom on daily living with Parkinson's and help create a sense of community for readers.
"People recently diagnosed, especially those with young-onset Parkinson's, actively seek information, yet are still unsure how the disease will impact different aspects of their lives over time, what options may be available to them and what questions to ask early on in the disease. All these things can have an effect on quality of life and daily activities," said Monique Giroux, MD, manual co-author and medical director of the Movement and Neuroperformance Center of Colorado. "Every Victory Counts provides a roadmap with numerous personal stories that can help readers to identify with the experience, see a variety of approaches and feel motivated to take action."
"In contrast to a typical reference book, Every Victory Counts is designed to be a true interactive companion. We encourage readers to personalize their copy with articles, medical records and notes," explained Sierra Farris, Director of Deep Brain Stimulation Services and Medical Fitness program at the Movement and Neuroperformance Center of Colorado. "Readers can complement the manual with online worksheets, the Living Well Challenge webinars (http://www.davisphinneyfoundation.org/living-pd/webinar/), expert Q&A videos (http://www.davisphinneyfoundation.org/living-pd/live/exercise/updates/) and tools like the Top 10 Tips for Exercising with Parkinson's (http://www.davisphinneyfoundation.org/living-pd/tools-today/)."
The Every Victory Counts program manual is available for a donation of $27.00 and can be ordered on the Foundation website (http://www.davisphinneyfoundation.org/living-pd/victory-counts/getyourcopy/ ) or by calling 1-855-PHINNEY. All manual proceeds will support Davis Phinney Foundation-funded Parkinson's research and education programs. Watch the video below of Dr. Giroux talking about the Every Victory Counts manual and how people with Parkinson's can use it to help improve quality of life.
Parkinson's Disease
An estimated 1.5 million Americans are living with Parkinson's disease today. The disease affects men and women alike, and its frequency is considerably higher in the over-60 age group, although there is an alarming increase in disease diagnosis at a younger age.
Davis Phinney Foundation
The Davis Phinney Foundation was created in 2004 and is dedicated to helping people with Parkinson's disease to live well today. The Foundation's major initiatives include: the Every Victory Counts® manual, developed by movement disorder experts to provide practical ways to live well with Parkinson's; The Victory Summit® symposia series, which brings leading experts into communities to share advances in science, care and to inspire those affected by the disease to celebrate their daily moments of victory; the Living Well Challenge™ educational webinar series; and, the funding of research focused on exercise, speech and other quality of life therapies. Visit the website: http://www.davisphinneyfoundation.org.


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STOCKTON -- A man was shot around 9:40 p.m. Wednesday near 10th and Bieghle streets, police reported.
The man told police he did not see who shot him, and police found no witnesses.
The victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment. The report did not list the severity of his injuries.
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2011 Holiday Gift Ideas
Harbor Sweets www.harborsweets.com, offers a new equestrian line with whimsical gifts for all ages. CEO Phyllis LeBlanc, who rose from chocolate dipper to the company's owner, is a competitive equestrian and her hobby inspired the company's new Dark Horse Chocolates One of the selections of this equestrian line is the Pony, a delicious chocolate combination of peanut butter in milk chocolate. The Pony's packaging is even a stall.
Lindt www.lindtusa.com has added Lindt Bears to its Christmas collection. Made with Lindt milk chocolate, dressed in gold foil, and finished with a red ribbon, the Lindt Bear figures include five Mini Lindt Bears, Lindt Bear & Friends, and Lindt Beary Sweet Bag
Hail Merry www.hailmerry.com is a raw, vegan, certified gluten-free snack brand created by founder and raw chef, Susan O'Brien. The choco macaroons are made with organic shredded coconut, natural almond flour, cold pressed coconut oil, maple syrup, raw Madagascar bourbon vanilla, and sea salt. Macaroons are packed in the Rhythem 'N Blues Tin.
Sweetriot www.shopsweetriot.com has a new dark chocolate bar in 60 percent chocolate with crunch nibs, 70 per cent chocolate, 85 percent chocolate, and 70 percent chocolate minis. The treats, which have 20 to 21 calories per square, are gluten and dairy free. Ingredients are certified fair trade.
Emanuel Andren Chocolates www.emanuelandren.com, based in Sweden, offers a new holiday gift selection, the Passion and Glamour collection. Flavors include Champagne and Strawberries with Bollinger Champagne, Orange and Vanilla, Xante with cognac, and Passion Fruit.
B. Witching Bath Co. www.bwitchingbathco.com has chocolate infused scented gifts, including Marshmallow Cocoa Shea Butter Lotion, Marshmallow Cocoa Shower Gel, and Marshmallow Cocoa Handrafted Soy Wax Candles.
Martine's Chocolates www.martineschocolates.com, known for its imaginative holiday chocolate creations, has a variety of Hanukkah gifts.
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Bakugan coloring pages from the new series – Bakugan Gundalian Invaders on Cartoon Network.
6 Bakugan anime printable coloring pages, including the characters Alice, Shun and Dan Kuso.
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The U.S. government will appoint a "special representative for the Arctic region," joining other nations pushing for greater influence above the Arctic Circle as its strategic and commercial importance grows.
According to Devon Kearns, a spokesperson for Sen. Mark Begich's office, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry talked on the phone with Begich Wednesday, and the State Department contacted him Friday, to confirm the establishment of the new position.
Both Begich and Sen. Lisa Murkowski have been pushing for the appointment. Begich, who says he spoke with Kerry Wednesday, hailed his Friday move as "an important step in the right direction."
"The bottom line is that the changes we see in the Arctic warrant a higher level of involvement from the U.S. and this position will allow us to better exercise leadership and vision in Arctic policy moving forward," Begich said in a statement.
In a January 2013 letter to President Obama released by Begich's office, the senator points out the variety of nations which have assigned Arctic ambassadors to liaise with the intergovernmental Arctic Council. A group affiliated with the council, Protection of the Arctic Marine Environment, held its first meeting in Girdwood Wednesday.
"Six Arctic nations -- Russia and Norway among them -- have named ambassador-level diplomats to represent their interests before the Arctic Council," Begich wrote. "Non-Arctic nations also are taking a keen interest in this sphere, such as the People's Republic of China, and others are seeking former observer standing before the Arctic Council. Even Singapore had named an ambassador to the Arctic, given its interests in international shipping."
About 20 U.S. ambassadors are currently posted to organizations rather than specific countries. While some liaise with regional groups such as the African Union, the European Union and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, none are presently assigned to a region of the globe.
There was no firm candidates or timetable set for appointing the first Arctic ambassador.
State Department spokeswoman Marie Harf told The Associated Press Friday she had no personnel announcements to make, but might soon.


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Solar System - Moon Topics
Space, Inc.
2002 — April 6, 2011
NASA and other government agencies are helping the commercial space industry get off the ground by validating and buying satellite data.
City-swallowing Sand Dunes
2002 — April 6, 2011
NASA-supported researchers are studying the complex Physicsof migrating sand dunes--a grave concern in nations where the relentless advance of desert dunes is a serious threat to habitation and agriculture.
Urban Sprawl: the Big Picture
2002 — April 6, 2011
Earth-orbiting satellites are collecting valuable data that reveal the environmental impact of fast-growing cities.
Muddy Waters
2002 — April 6, 2011
Is it safe to swim in your local lake? Are the fish from that lake good to eat? Earth-orbiting satellites are plumbing the depths of muddy waters to find the answers.
Unveiling Planet Ocean
2002 — April 6, 2011
NASA's GRACE mission will reveal some of what lies hidden beneath the surface of Earth's oceans by measuring tiny changes in gravity.
Easing off the (Greenhouse) Gas
2002 — April 6, 2011
Greenhouse gases are still accumulating in Earth's atmosphere, but more slowly than before, say NASA-funded researchers.
The Edge of Sunshine
2002 — April 6, 2011
Solar energy is an abundant source of power for spacecraft navigating the inner solar system. But how far away from our star can photovoltaics work?
Rift Valley Fever
2002 — April 6, 2011
Scientists are learning that the key to predicting certain epidemics -- like Rift Valley fever in Africa or Hanta virus in the U.S. -- lies in an unexpected place: the ocean.
Clouds in the Greenhouse
2002 — April 6, 2011
As vexing as they are beautiful, clouds play an important role in Earth's planetary greenhouse.
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2002 — April 6, 2011
Earth scientists love it when Astronautspeer through the space station's extraordinary Destiny Lab window.


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With the Capitol Hill Light Rail Station now entering its next phase of development, Sound Transit has issued a Request for Proposals aimed at retailers and developers who have made Sound Transit's short-list of potentials that hope to reserve a spot at the new site.
"Sound Transit has published its request for proposals (RFP) from bidding/short-listed developers for the Capitol Hill TOD sites," said Cathy Hillenbrand. "The RFP includes site specific evaluation criteria, scoring for inclusion of community benefits, affordable housing tool, and an updated timeline. This marks another huge milestone for the Capitol Hill community. Big thanks to the community for all of your hard work and support over the years!"
The station, already confirmed to become the future home of the Broadway Farmer's Market once construction is completed, will offer four sites for developers to utilize. In addition to retail spaces, each site will also include a minimum number of housing units, with one site's residential space restricted entirely for affordable and low-income housing.
At a community meeting held on June 2nd to assess resident's preferences for how the space will be utilized, some residents asked that the retail space near the farmers market house permanent storefronts similar to those at Pike Place Market, mirroring transit stations found in European countries.
The north and south portions of Sites A and B will stand on opposite ends of the Farmer's Market. Site A, located at the Main Station Block on 118 Broadway East, will offer the largest space for developers at 46,487 square feet. The remaining sites will all be approximately the same size, with 15,878 square feet of development space at Site B-North, 15,459 square feet at Site B-South, and 17,683 square feet at Site C, located at the South Station Entrance at 1830 Broadway.
A real estate appraisal conducted for Sound Transit has calculated the land value of Site A at $403/square feet, $166/square feet for Site B-North, $374/square feet for Site B South, and $402/square feet for Site C. Regarding the comparatively high price of Site A, which will only partially be open for development, Hillenbrand said that Sound Transit may have created a hard situation for developers.
"The implications of that are financially difficult," Hillenbrand says. "That developer is required to build a plaza, and will be required to pay $403 per square foot for both the business space and the plaza. So really, they'd be paying $806 per square foot for their development space. If that's really true, [Sound Transit] has a problem on their hands."
Business proposals will be awarded points based on a number of criteria divided into four subsections: development program requirements, financial capacity and project financials, project approach, and transaction structure. Each applicant must address certain business aspects in their proposal, with adherence to the development program's requirements being weighted the most heavily. The requirements for development includes address their approach to sustainability, amenity area, retail plan, and parking.
The RFP states that participation from small businesses and "disadvantaged business enterprises" are encouraged in the development, but has not indicated a preference for such businesses in their selection. Attendees of the development meeting on June 2nd vocalized a preference for giving priority to smaller, independent businesses rather than national chains or more established franchises.
"At site A -North, it is most likely that an anchor tenant will occupy that prime location adjacent to the light rail entry," said one comment. "It is important that this tenant be reflective of Capitol Hill values and attitude. Generally speaking a much needed retailer such as Trader Joe's, PCC or Central Coop would be preferable to a big box national retailer such as Target, Albertsons or Safeway."
However, according to Hillenbrand, Sound Transit has made it clear that community input regarding selection of businesses will not be taken into consideration.
"When I read how they're evaluating it, it sounds like they're really not putting a lot of stock in the community engagement piece," said Hillenbrand. "It was made very clear to the community years ago that we have no voice in the selection and not sit on the selection panel. Other cities have citizens sit on the selection panel, but Sound Transit is completely in control of the process. We have had a lot of say along the way to try to say what the neighborhood wants, but it's their process. I would like to see an evolution in how Sound Transit does their RFP."
A pre-planning meeting will be held on August 11 at 10 a.m. at Sound Transit's Ruth Fisher Board Room, 401. The last day for submitting questions and Requests for Information will be on September 5th at 5 p.m. The deadline for submitting all proposals will be on October 13th at 4 p.m, and awards for negotiation are planned to be announced sometime in November.
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Once your PS3 has re-booted into the other OS, you will see an MS-DOS style console waiting for you at Kboot:. Either wait, or press enter to continue installation of Linux.
After some text rolls across the screen for a bit, you will eventually be dumped into the graphical installer; this bizarrely named Anaconda.
NB: Please note that if you do not have a TV/Monitor hooked up in hi-definition, you will have problems from this point on! YDL demands a minimum of 720p resolution, and rightly so because Linux on standard definition is just plain pants!
The first thing to do in the installation is select your language. I'll be doing this install in English because as a Brit I speak two languages; English, and LOUD ENGLISH...
When you reach the HDD settings, just leave it as default which should be "format all partitions". After that, confirm everything and click continue. This will take some time so I suggest you go make a cup of tea.
Making tea:
Boil freshly drawn water from tap or bottled source, then place tea into pot (I prefer loose tea, but bags are acceptable).
Pour boiled water into teapot and add milk to cup. Once tea has steeped enough to reach a rich dark orange colour, pour into cup with milk.
You can add sugar to taste, but I like to tell myself "I'm sweet enough already".
By the time you have finished your cup of tea you will notice that that installation is probably only half way done, so pour another cup and maybe get some biscuits this time as well.
Finally! The installation has finished and you can remove the ejected DVD and click re-start. The system will go through the motions of restarting and you will be dropped back into the console with "Kboot:"
Press Enter or wait, your choice.
You will be presented with a setup screen on first boot that allows you to configure a few options. Read the EULA and accept, then set the date and time. The next step is to setup a user, then do a sound test and finish.
You are now at the log-in screen! Palms sweaty with anticipation; enter your user name and password that you just specified before.
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Car Companies Are Seeing the Light
Automakers are experimenting with lightweight bodies and new engines to meet ambitious fuel efficiency standards.
When anonymous Ford executives told the Wall Street Journal this summer that the company would be switching out the steel body of its iconic F-150 pickup for an all-aluminum one beginning in 2014, many brand loyalists at the Ford Truck Enthusiasts forum were somewhat skeptical. Price was a concern, given that aluminum can cost as much as four times as much as steel. Others noted that aluminum is harder to repair, given that fewer body shops equipped to work with the metal: "(I)t's not like you can just have a dent service repair it when you get a door ding or worse." And then there was the toughness factor, with many complaining that aluminum just doesn't evoke that same masculine/cowboy/fulfilled-by-manual-labor aesthetic: "I like my old steel pickup, I like the feeling of having heavy protection rather then [sic] feeling like a soda can on wheels."
Ford would later call the executives' prediction "premature." Still, it prompted the question: Why would America's most popular pickup risk alienating its base? Because as the Ford execs noted, an aluminum body would shave 700 pounds off of the truck's total weight—and the less weight the engine has to move, the less gas it will have to use. "Weight reduction," Ford's global chief of product development told the Wall Street Journal, "is going to be a big part of our strategy."
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Casper, WY (AP) - On a given day in Wyoming, there are roughly 5,400 people on supervised probation in the state.
That's more than double the state's prison population.
The state Department of Corrections' field services office oversees them and has 116 agents who directly monitor those on supervised probation and also people on parole, which is handled differently than probation.
Dawn Sides, who oversees the field services division, says that on average, each state agent is assigned roughly 50 people on supervised probation, with parolees bringing the number up to around 60 or 70 people per agent.
Natrona County District Attorney Michael Blonigen tells the Casper Star-Tribune that he's concerned some people on supervised probation aren't as closely monitored as they should be.
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