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15 Pets Who Are Snug as a Bug in a RugAmy Fleck
The winter nights are getting colder and colder, but these pets are all ready. Unlike teenagers, who prefer to go with no hats or coats and don't care what the temperature is, these cats and dogs have gotten themselves all snuggly and warm. Some of them look like they wouldn't mind if you kept warm with them, others clearly want you to find your own blanket.
Click through below to see how these pets are keeping warm and cozy.
Three Cozy Pugs 1 of 15Unlike children, these pugs are sharing the blanket and no one is pulling on it or screaming or whining. I guess this is one in the "Win" column in the Pets vs Kids debate.
Photo Credit - Flickr/Scott Allen
Cat Tolerance 2 of 15This cat looked like someone wrapped her in the blanket for the picture. She appears to be okay with it, but I don't know if I would really turn my back on her for awhile. Also, a cat treat/bribe may be in order.
Photo Credit - Flickr/Celeste Lindell
Camo Cat 3 of 15This cat got himself all hidden and comfy, but could not avoid getting his picture taken. Cat fail.
Photo Credit - Flickr/Christopher Smith
Doesn't Count 4 of 15I think this cat fell asleep on a blanket and someone put a pillow over him so he would look snuggled. I don't think he's going to be happy when he finds out.
Photo Credit - Flickr/Little More Sunshine
Zebra Dog 5 of 15Awwwwww. This is why people try to take snuggly blanket pictures of their pets; there's just so much cuteness!
Photo Credit - iStock Photo
Dibs on the Blanket 6 of 15This dog knows no one will try to take his blanket because he shed all over it first. Very clever.
Photo Credit - Fleckr/Katie Brady
Super Sweet 7 of 15This Dachshund puppy is cozy and cooperative; everyone's happy.
Phot Credit - iStock Photo
Death Glare 8 of 15This is very similar to the look my daughter gives me when I wake her in the morning. It's not any more pleasant on a cat.
Photo Credi - Dan Previte
Fraud 9 of 15I think we have another case of an owner wrapping her cat in a blanket trying to make the cat look all snuggly and sweet. Fail. This cat looks a lot like she is waiting for someone to get close enough so she can get a good eye gouge going.
Photo Credit - iStock Photo
Real Deal 10 of 15Now that is a pet all snuggled in a blanket! How delicious!
Photo Credit - Flickr/Jeremy Noble
Need Better Tagging 11 of 15When I entered "dogs in blankets" on Flickr, this came up. I think perhaps the photographer might want add a few more descriptive words, so no one thinks this is what he's done with his pet.
Photo Credit - Flickr/Geoffrey Fairchild
Pillow Fort 12 of 15This dog is obviously comfy in his little fort, but looks slightly worried that you are going to want to join him.
Photo Credit Fleckr/TheAxis96
Super Sweet 13 of 15These pugs are just so stinking adorable cuddled together in their blanket.
Photo Credit - iStock Photo
Sleeping Puppy 14 of 15This picture may actually be better and cuter than any baby under a blanket I have ever seen (I mean even cuter than my own kids).
Photo Credit - iStock Photo
Mostly Scary 15 of 15This black cat does not look cozy and cute at all. He looks like he's hoping you don't see him so he can jump out and scare you. Or maybe knock you over and take your snack.
Photo Credit - Flickr/Auntee Owwee
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July 10, 2010 / News | Specials and Packages | What to do in Vancouver
How to choose a Bed and Breakfast
For many travellers seeking accommodations, the bed and breakfast option is an appealing one. Some of the motivating factors are the opportunity to meet other travellers, to have direct access to the knowledge of the host and in general to be in a more intimate environment and to experience the uniqueness of the establishment. It is fair to say that no two bed and breakfasts are the same. Yet it is precisely the lack of standardization that can make choosing a bed and breakfast somewhat overwhelming. Here are some guidelines that can help you, based on our experience as bed and breakfast owners in Vancouver.
Bed and breakfast is the ultimate cottage industry. Especially since the advent of the internet, anyone can hang out a shingle and call themselves a bed and breakfast. Find out if the bed and breakfast you are considering has any accreditation. Do they belong to a local bed and breakfast association? Are they certified by a government agency? Does the local tourist bureau know about them? If you get a positive answer you can know with some certainty that at the very least basic standards are being adhered to. Travel publications are a somewhat useful guide, especially those that offer critical evaluations, such as Frommer's and Fodor's. However, many excellent establishments are often not mentioned in these publications simply because their writers don't know about them. Books such as the "Bed and Breakfast Encyclopedia" and "Lanier's Guide to Bed and Breakfasts" are not critical guides. Bed and breakfasts pay to be listed and write their own descriptions, so there is no guarantee that what you is what you get.The best thing to do is to invest in a phone call and have a chat with the innkeeper.
Just because a bed and breakfast is accredited, there is no guarantee that it is well run. When you call during regular business hours do you get a helpful, courteous person at the other end or do you get voice mail? If you do leave a message on voice mail is your call returned promptly? If you e-mail the establishment do they answer you quickly? Personal service and attention are what make bed and breakfasts special. If these traits are perceived to be lacking in your initial encounters, you have to ask yourself how you'll be treated if you were to be a guest in that establishment.
It's important to be very clear at the outset as to what your needs are, so that you can ensure in advance that you won't be disappointed. The more you can narrow the gap between expectation and reality the likelier you are to have a positive bed and breakfast experience. Here are some major considerations, not in any particular order of significance.
1) Location
Where do you want to be? Do you require a location in or near downtown? Do you want to be some place quiet and secluded? In addition to checking with the innkeeper, or the inn's website or brochure, it's also a good idea to refer to Mapquest or similar sites. Once you've established the location, it's then easier to determine if you'll need a car, or if you can get by with public transportation. If you do need a car, you'll want to make sure that adequate convenient parking is available. Most bed and breakfasts offer free parking.
2) Special needs
Do you have food allergies or dietary preferences such as low fat, vegetarian or vegan? Are you allergic to feathers or animal hair? Do you have difficulties with stairs? Do you need a particular kind of bed or bed arrangement? Are you a smoker or an anti-smoker? Do you require a refrigerator for special food or medication? Do you require internet access or a phone in your room? Will you be arriving/leaving very late or very early? Will you be needing a very early or late breakfast, or will you be missing breakfast altogether? These are all matters which should be discussed with your host prior to your arrival.3) Environment
Are you a morning person who loves to chat with strangers at the breakfast table, or are you a reserved person who prefers privacy and solitude? It's a good idea to find out what the breakfast arrangement is in advance so that you won't feel deprived or inconvenienced. Also on the subject of environment, how important is décor to you? Will you be bothered by a more feminine style of décor with frills, pillows and stuffed animals, or do you insist on simplicity?
4) Children
Many bed and breakfasts are adult oriented, but if you have a preference to not being around children it's best to ask what is the policy of the particular bed and breakfast you are considering. By the same token if you are travelling with children, you must tell the innkeeper in advance, or risk being turned away when you arrive.
5) Price
Everyone loves a bargain, but if a bed and breakfast is priced very low you'll want to be circumspect. Perhaps the room is small, or the bathroom is shared with several rooms, or it's not well located or well maintained, or breakfast is of no significance. By the same token, a high priced bed and breakfast should offer amenities worthy of the price. Also with regard to money, make sure that you will be able to pay for your accommodations in a manner that is convenient to you. For example, some bed and breakfasts ask for a credit card to secure the reservation, but then ask for cash or traveller's cheques to settle the account. It's always best to know in advance.
Although there is a lot to be said for spontaneity, it is always best to make a reservation. Some people think that a bed and breakfast may not be as busy as a hotel and they can just turn up and get a room. Often this is not the case, especially during the height of a busy tourist season or a major event such as a big convention.
To sum up, know what you want, ask the right questions, and enjoy. It's hard not to have a memorable time when the way you're treated makes you feel special. And that's what bed and breakfasts are all about.

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Numbers show sky did not fall from partial shutdown
January 11, 2014
As part of their ongoing campaign to blame Republicans for everything bad that happens in the United States, President Barack Obama and fellow liberals warned this fall that the partial shutdown of......
Steelman, they were simply stating the truth, that's very different from "blaming" the other party. Here's an example of not taking repsonsibility for your actions. We now know the truth about Iraq. Yet in interviews Dubya states that he would do everything the same way, wouldn't change a thing! That right there shows how lacking this man is when it come to intelligence. He has none, zip, zero!!! However, reporting the truth, is just that. Pbs, MSNBC, CNBC all have the right to report the truth, so why wouldn't they???
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You are correct liberals do not place blame on anyone…… The Top 8 Nastiest Liberal Media Quotes Blaming the GOP for the Shutdown
MSNBC's Ball: GOP Taking Government 'Hostage' and Threatening 'Constitutional Balance'
CNBC's Harwood to Barack Obama: Will You Use Shutdown to 'Break the Fever' of the GOP?
Carl Bernstein's Complaint: Media Too Fair To 'Hateful' Republicans!
On CNN: Republicans Driven by Belief that Government Must Be 'Destroyed'
Washington Post's Colby King: The Tea Party 'Must Be Making Jefferson Davis Proud Today'
Politico's Roger Simon: 'Extreme Right-Wing' Is Taking the GOP 'Hostage'
Tina Brown: GOP Donning 'Suicide Vests,' Boehner a 'Rallier of These Crazy People'
Brian Williams Tells David Letterman GOP 'Suicide Caucus' 'Cabal' to Blame for Shutdown Nope they take full responsibility
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Here is where we really lost money. "Congress earned $4,054,997.95 during government shut down"…….Huffington Post
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Liberals (like Jesus) don't need to blame anyone, in fact we even take responsibility for our actions... unlike the right wing extreme. Now, Iraq (don't mention that it's in the past), Guantanamo (stop blaming Bush), Afghanistan (ditto last comment). It's time the right wing extreme take some responsibility. President Obama has done everything possible to work with this Congress! The right wing Congress has chosen to sit this election cycle out and NOT do their jobs. Hopefully the American people will wake up and vote them out in November, only then will we behold a functioning Congress! Remember, when you blame one party without facts, you do a true diservice to your own! Some people would tell you to grow up, I simply say educate yourself!
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USABorn, you're showing just how stupid Americans can be. Please stop posting mornic and absolutely baseless comments. Like the original commenter, you make us all look bad. Don't spew hate, ED-U-CATE!
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Obama lies: maybe keep your healthcare plan, save on your premiums, shovel ready jobs, Guantanamo Bay and so on.
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"In other words, all the claims made by Dumbama was just his usual lies!" - USABorn
That'd be "...ALL the claims made by Dumbama WERE..".
Now, you "only" need to provide some examples o' what you're whining-about.
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"As part of their ongoing campaign to blame Republicans for everything bad that happens in the United States..."
Jeez..."someone's" badly in-need of a Pity Party.
I'd donate all the Kleenex (required), but all the Republicans' whining-and-crying (i.e. The Palin/FAUX Noise Syndrome), has driven wholesale-prices thru the ceiling.
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Whether the "sky fell" or not is hardly the point. We skated with minimal damage from the partial shutdown only by a small margin. It might not have worked out that way.
For the Right to risk the "sky falling" speaks volumes to the lengths they will go to to obstruct any agenda of the current administration.
It is pitiful that this rag continues to support the extreme right that even top GOP's are beginning to run from.
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In other words, all the claims made by Dumbama was just his usual lies!
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In her 1993 book, _Articulate Silences_, King-kok Cheung analyzes constructions of docility, acquiescence, and inscrutability, and argues that Asian American women writers turn the assumption regarding silence on its head. This panel revisits this influential argument: What are the literary forms that silence takes? Are feminist coalitional politics enabled or limited by complicating voice? Are forms of silence traced to differences among Asian American women? (those marked by diaspora? by refugee trauma? by postcolonial legacies?).
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An Economic Assessment of EC Merger Control: 1957-2007
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This paper provides an assessment of EC merger policy from three perspectives. First, it places the evolution of merger policy alongside the evolution of economic ideas in relation to competition and industrial organisation. Second, it highlights recent developments in the practical economic appraisal of competition in four areas: unilateral (non-coordinated) effects, particularly the appropriate use of simulation techniques and the efficiency defence; coordinated effects (collective dominance), particularly the role of the Community Courts; non-horizontal effects, particularly the need for the new guidelines; and remedies, particularly weaknesses in current practice. Third, it develops a simple bargaining approach to merger policy evaluation to draw conclusions about the trend in overall effectiveness of EC merger policy since 1989.
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Gerard Shields is a Kensington native and author of the new book "Phutile to Phinally: 10,000 Losses and One Life as a Phillies Fan"
As preseason games start this week, Phillies fans join millions of others across 30 North American cities hoping that their team is the last one standing in the fall.
Our city has been blessed to be in the World Series the last two seasons, hoisting the championship trophy in one. Not only have we had excellent ballplayers, but they have proved themselves to be good men and fine role models.
Of course, it hasn't always been that way. As baseball enthusiasts and national commentators like to note, the Phillies are the only team in baseball history to lose more than 10,000 games.


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A man accused of repeatedly robbing a Manchester store was arrested over the weekend after a clerk saw him run into his apartment building, police said.
Manchester police said surveillance video shows a man robbing the Shop and Go store on Massabesic Street at least three times. In two of the videos, he is wearing the same clothes, but his face is covered.
On Sunday, police said, the robber struck again, but that time, the clerk chased the robber out of the store. She then saw him flee across the street into an apartment building, police said.
Police said they found a man matching the description of the robber in the apartment building. Russell Bivins, 27, was arrested and charged with robbery.
Bivins pleaded not guilty in court Monday. Bail was set at $50,000 cash or bond. He's scheduled to return to court Dec. 18.


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Thursday, December 26, 2013
Its the most wonderful time of the year, and time to spread some Christmas cheer. You see, despite the pressures of commercialization and political correctness, some of us actually still call it Christmas and celebrate its true meaning. In that spirit, here are some Christmas presents Id like to hand out:
1) To new Mount Pleasant Mayor Linda Page, I give congratulations and all good wishes for the coming year. Your convincing first-ballot win in a crowded field was quite a statement of the support you have in this community. All good wishes for the coming year, madam mayor, and may you truly help keep us a community in the deepest sense of the word.
2) To the Town of Mount Pleasant: In the Christmas song Silver Bells, a line says even street lights blink a bright red and green. So here are two gifts: first, traffic lights on Highway 17 that dont blink a bright red right after the previous light blinked a bright Christmas green. A nice, even traffic flow would be wonderful for all of us shoppers as we rush home with our treasures.
My second gift to the town is the correct box of Christmas lights that were meant to line Coleman Boulevard. Apparently, the box marked MB for Myrtle Beach was mistakenly delivered to MP. This set, when used next year, will have a more subtle elegance befitting our classy town. No worries - these mix ups happen.
3) To my alma mater, The Citadel, I give not a miracle-working new head football coach, but a less vocal alumni base that will quit thinking we all know just the right man for the job - who, by the way, is usually another alumnus who was there when we were.
4) To the residents of downtown Charleston I want to give the gift of hospitality to host the new Medal of Honor Bowl (2 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 11 at Johnson Hagood Stadium) with more acceptance and charm than you have shown for cruise ship passengers. I am proud that Mount Pleasant residents Tom McQueeney and Gen. James Livingston are major factors in this event, which you get the privilege of hosting. Lets all put forth our best Southern hospitality for this fantastic event.
5) To all the residents east of the Cooper who care about public education, I want to put special Christmas treats in your stockings for several reasons. First, your real estate taxes provide a huge chunk of Charleston County School Districts revenue. Where would CCSD be without the high dollar East Cooper tax base? Second, despite the previously stated fact, you continue to endure top-down decisions from a centralized bureaucracy on issues that affect our community and quality of life. In the coming year(s), never forget that there might always be other options.
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night.
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Sleeping Dogs Muscles In On GTA's Turf
Four reasons why United Front's open-world game already tops the last GTA.
Sleeping Dogs Muscles In On GTA's Turf
Cover Story: Four reasons why United Front's open-world game already tops the last GTA.
ver the past decade, open-world sandbox games have been all the rage. And why not? This style of game presents players with impressively modeled recreations of some of the most important settings in history within the context of a video game. When executed properly, these authentic playgrounds add an extra layer of believability to any story. We've done everything imaginable through an open-world lens, from traipsing across Renaissance Italy in Assassin's Creed II to high-speed cop chases in Grand Theft Auto IV. Now developer United Front Games aims to provide an equally ambitious and complementary experience to those examples with their latest game -- one that matches a foreign locale with fast car chases and urban drama. In Sleeping Dogs, players experience Hong Kong and get a behind-the-scenes look at the gritty world of the Chinese underground, experiencing a tale inspired by hit movies Infernal Affairs and The Departed.
Can it really best the top dogs in the genre? I think so. Despite Rockstar's landmark work, its GTA titles tend to combine cool ideas (see the bank heist in GTA IV, which former 1UP editor Thierry Nguyen often describes as Heat: The Video Game) with janky execution (see driving, hand-to-hand combat, and targeting). Sleeping Dogs aims to improve on the GTA formula, and the effort shows. It was clear to me during a recent hands-on demo that the the developers passionately focused on creating a game with fluid combat, great driving and handling for cars and bikes, and an engaging story that doesn't sit entirely at odds with gameplay. Remember Mr. Bellic's ridiculous attempt to get out of the killing people business in GTA IV by... well, killing people? GTAIV hit its fourth birthday this past April, and a sequel is due by the time it turns five. But before you get excited for Grand Theft Auto V, a game no one has seen neither hide nor hair of since its debut trailer last fall, consider Sleeping Dogs.
Fluid Hand-to-Hand Combat at the Push of a Button
Ever try to get in a fist fight in GTA IV? Yeah. I did. Who could ever forget those awkward animations and stiff punches? And don't forget the awful reversal system. For all the effort that Rockstar put into building convincing worlds rife with pop culture references, the arc and swing of a simple punch somehow fell to the wayside.
In Sleeping Dogs, protagonist Wei knows martial arts and uses his lethal skills often during the many street brawls he becomes involved in. In order to make Wei's moves swift and less awkward, developer United Front cherry-picked the best part of Batman: Arkham Asylum's core combat system, one that lets players focus on the use of a single button for attacks and a separate button for reversals. During combat, players alternate between tapping and holding the attack button to switch up attacks. The changes in timing mimic the difference between a flurry of quick moves and a single, powerful finisher. Combat also involves using weapons, which typically get picked up during a fight, but Wei can also carry a single armament on his person. He can grab enemies and execute brutal grappling attacks into objects into the environment.
Customization Gives Players an Edge
United Front appear to understand the importance of customization and its impact on combat as well. As players advance through the story, they unlock outfits for Wei, and each piece adds specific modifiers to his combat stats. Every piece of clothing has a stat tied to it, from the shirt type right down to the shoes. Players can also upgrade their combat stats by purchasing equipment upgrades for Wei's apartment. For example, you can buy a punching bag that adds a modifier to your strength stat. As the campaign progresses, so does the type of apartments available and, in turn, the kind of upgrades available. Another facet of Sleeping Dogs' RPG-centric approach involves returning lost Jade statues to a local martial arts master. By returning these stolen items, Wei gains access to new moves which he can then practice using students at the dojo.
Customization and RPG-like mechanics gave GTA: San Andreas an edge over the crime sandbox game competition in 2004. Sadly, that feature sorely was missed in GTAIV. Sleeping Dogs picks up the slack.
Car Handling that a Racing Fan Could Love
GTAIV and skillful driving simply didn't mix. For whatever reason, Rockstar's decision to use a realistic physics engine makes sharp turns a maddening affair, one that often ran a speeding car onto the curb. Of course, you could force yourself to get used to it, but anyone who played San Andreas knew that driving really suffered in GTA IV.
Before my Sleeping Dogs demo, I had no idea that United Front games included talent from former Need for Speed games, but the small details that manifested every time I got behind the wheel showed their input. Cars handled with surprising precision, turning the way I expected based on size and speed. Shaky cam effects as I tore down the freeway added to the overall impression of speed. I learned you can also ram cars off the road, a fun addition even if the sudden burst of speed and direction felt a little artificial.
On one sharp turn, I hit a button accidentally and noticed that Wei opened the car door and leaned out. Speaking to a Square Enix representative, I learned that he can use this technique to jump onto another moving car and eventually take over the driver's seat a la Pursuit Force. There are limits to this ability, though -- he can jump from car to car and bike to car, but Wei can't jump from a car onto a moving bike. I tested it out and Wei leapt out onto the top of a cab before sliding in through the window and kicking the driver out. It looked great, despite feeling a little over-the-top and finicky control-wise, but it brought an extra trick to car chases that could prove useful in a pinch.
I only drove a handful of cars during my time with Sleeping Dogs, but each vehicle felt just right. The combination of polish and precise mechanics whenever I got behind the wheel reminded me why I adore car chases in games like this. That said, I can't say I enjoyed the bikes as much, but that's something I feel in most games like this -- the minute there's a bike involved, I tend to drive much more conservatively for fear of slamming into an oncoming vehicle.
An Engaging Story of an Undercover Cop
While my time with Sleeping Dogs was brief, I got a quick taste of the game's story. Wei is a San Francisco cop who goes into deep cover as a Triad gangster in Hong Kong. From what I'm told, Wei has some difficult decisions to make in Sleeping Dogs -- choosing between proving himself to his triad bosses and sparing the life of a key witness who could help with his investigation, for example.
While citing The Departed as a major influence sounds like a great move for the tone of the story, I'm hopeful that Sleeping Dogs finds ways to make players question some of their choices and the violence on display, the same way those films do. Jeremy admitted feeling a little uncomfortable the last time he played Sleeping Dogs, but I hope United Front goes even further than that. The life of an undercover cop in both Infernal Affairs and The Departed was a difficult one, filled with double-crosses, murder, and a tangible fear of being discovered.
Choices provided binary ramifications in GTA IV, but at least they were memorable. I'll never forget having to choose between Francis and Derrick McReary in Blood Brothers, a choice that ultimately came down to my needs at the time -- as a corrupt police commissioner, keeping Francis alive provided more me with a superficial benefit at best. I haven't seen enough of Sleeping Dogs' story to really grasp how far the developers at United Front go, but I'm eager to see how they handle it... and whether or not UFG can make good on their ambition to topple GTAIV from the top of the crime sandbox hill.
1UP associate editor Jose Otero loves open-world sandbox games and doesn't dislike GTA IV as much as you might think. His enthusiasm for Sleeping Dogs stems partially from his love for Batman: Arkham City's sublime combat. That, and he loves high-speed car chases through virtual worlds.
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I hope it is better than GTAPosted: May 30, 2012 12:00AM PST by TheGrid
What I think is that this will not be as immersive than GTA. That doesn't bother me though because GTAIV was so slow and boring, after 4 hours I could play no more. I am much more in to the action side of it and I want to walk around feeling like a bad ass. Looks like I can do that in Sleeping Dogs.
If the game is a load of rubbish at least give us a movie! The live action trailer was awesome and I would like another Infernal Affairs.
This better not be GTA in Hong KongPosted: May 29, 2012 12:00AM PST by nakk
I've never gotten into the GTA series, just wasn't my type of game but Sleeping Dogs looks like a breath of freash air for open worl story driven games. It looks more akin to Uncharted than GTA in most parts and thats a Pro for me. Plus who didn't love those Jackie Chan and Jet Li 'Kick em Ups' from the 90s. Good times man, good times.
The whole is more than the sum of It's parts...Posted: May 29, 2012 12:00AM PST by jakthewak
You can't take pieces of a new release and compare them to a game released 4 yrs ago. Besides, GTA4 is a great game for a reason. It's FUN to play. It 's the EXPERIENCE of moving through the realistic environments and feeling like your decisions matter. It's the little things that still make GTA4 a blast to dive into. I WANTED Nico to live his dream and climb the ladder of success even though his moral compass isn't always guiding him to that goal. I hope Sleeping Dogs can find a niche in the crowded sandbox gaming world. They have a small window to do it because GTA5 is right around the corner. To compete with a juggernaut like GTA you need to be a great game...We'll see.
GTA in AsiaPosted: May 29, 2012 12:00AM PST by BERRY.1.F.R.I.T
I hop this game ist like GTA, not every part but the most of it, and than the asian styled City, wow.
An open-world game NOT set in the US of Bore or some high fantasy fairy realm?Posted: May 29, 2012 12:00AM PST by Sablicious
...AND with a decent combat mechanic and stuff to do beyond drive and shoot?!
I'm SorryPosted: May 28, 2012 12:00AM PST by Glassjaw_Matt
but I have been following this game and everything about it sounds and looks subpar. Don't believe me? Watch this video.
The graphics need a lot of work, the motorcycle sequence looks boring and no the slowmotion doesn't add to it (really...why are there three cars on the highway), and the fighting that you talk up is a fairly standard brawler with completely unrealistic health meter under it.
Like the comment below, saying this game is looking better then GTA IV which came out 4 years ago, isn't impressive. I would expect it to be better considering 4 years is quite a long time. Also, the realistic driving in GTA IV was widely praised for it's realism upon release. In fact, the whole realism factor was amped up for GTA IV and it resulted in it being one of the highest rated games this generation (check metacritic).
I'm not saying this game will be terrible, but let's not hype up a game that started out as a part of series of complete mediocrity.
Don't be sorry.Posted: May 29, 2012 12:00AM PST by Sablicious
Graphics and tech whores' opinions aren't worth a wit anyway ^_-
FacinatingPosted: May 28, 2012 12:00AM PST by Vertigo_Knight
Intrigued I am about this game even more so. Thanks for the great read.
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Billionaire Warren Buffett, the most closely watched investor in America, is putting his money in ketchup, agreeing Thursday to buy H.J. Heinz Co. for $23.3 billion in the richest deal ever in the food industry.
For his money, the Oracle of Omaha gets one of the oldest and most familiar American brands, one that's in refrigerators and kitchen cupboards all over the US
The deal is intended to help Heinz accelerate its expansion from a dominant American name into a presence on grocery shelves worldwide. The Pittsburgh-based company also makes baked beans, pickles, vinegar, Classico pasta sauces and Ore-Ida potatoes, as well as a growing stable of sauces suited to regional tastes around the world.
Buffett's investment firm, Berkshire Hathaway, is teaming with another firm, 3G Capital, to snap up Heinz, which had long been a subject of takeover speculation. New York-based 3G is best known for its acquisition of Burger King and its role in the deal that created Anheuser-Busch InBev, the world's biggest beer maker.
The deal, expected to close in the third quarter, sent shares of Heinz soaring. The company's stock price was up nearly 20 percent, closing at $72.50 Thursday on the New York Stock Exchange.
Berkshire picked up steam, too. Its Class A shares gained $1,490, or about 1 percent, to close at $149,240.
Berkshire remains the most expensive US stock but it's still below its all-time high of $151,650, reached in December 2007. That came before the financial turmoil of 2008 and just after an exceptionally profitable quarter that was helped by a $2 billion investment gain.
The plans to take Heinz private apparently began to take shape on a plane in early December. In an interview with CNBC, Buffett said he was approached at that time by Jorge Lemann, a fellow billionaire and a co-founder of 3G. The two had known each other since serving on the board of Gillette about 12 years ago.
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NEWTON FALLS - Residents have provided city officials with ideas and suggestions for what they would like to see in the city's 10 parks for the next 20 years.
A park visioning meeting was held this week at the community center where residents could provide input on the future of the local parks.
City Manager Jack Haney said each of the parks was discussed so the 25 residents in attendance could provide input and ideas. The meeting included representatives of youth athletic associations, veterans, and clubs.
''We were pleasantly surprised at the number of people who attended. We were able to catch different perspectives,'' he said.
The city's parks include Community Center Park, Veterans Park, Four Corners Park, Rotary Park and parks on Elizabeth, Sixth, Apache, Newton, Freedom and Swiss streets.
''We wanted to know what residents would like to see at the park 20 years from now for the children and adults,'' Haney said.
He said there were a variety of interesting comments including public art, exercise equipment, moving the apparatus and equipment around, connecting the parks to the bike trail, making walking paths, having gardens that residents could take care of, and more plantings, such as trees, to beautify the parks.
Haney said the information and comments will be compiled and reviewed with additional meetings to be held with more discussions.
He said while some of the parks are large and used by many sporting and community groups, others are small neighborhood parks with benches and swings.
Haney said the parks' equipment and facilities will be reviewed. The safety in the parks is another area that was addressed by the public.
He said the July 4 festival which is one of the largest events for the community has been held for many years at the Community Center Park. The Veterans Park is used for Memorial Day and other holiday events.
Haney said Four Corners Park is used by many people because of its location.
Plans would be to have other events at the parks.
''We want there to be activities for people of all ages at the parks,'' he said.


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The 10th Annual DMS Invitational Tournamant is Oct 7-9, 2016. Invitations to last year's participants have been sent. The deadline for mail entry is fast approaching!
Mail you entry today to ensure your spot for the Tournament!
If you did not receive your invite, or you wish to get one, send an email to the Committee: firstname.lastname@example.com
As always, post entry will be available on Friday, October 7 between 12 Noon and 7 PM at the Tournament Headquarters at Youth Camp #3 in CHSP.
Get info on the Tournament here.
September 10, 2016, 2 - 5 PM. Frankford Fire Company Hall, Frankford, DE
Crabs, crabs and more crabs!
Mark the date as we continue the DMS tradition of providing the best crabs and everything else - corn on the cob, baked beans, hot dogs - that makes this the time and place to be to get ALL YOU CAN EAT crabs!
Click here for more info.
Use the form in the DMS newletter to sign up. Payment MUST be postmarked no later than August 20, 2016
On-line sign-up is now available!
Reminder that the event will be hled at the CHSP Fishing Pier September 17, 2016.
Contact Crystal Gray at 302-530-7059 to sign up for this event.
Join us and special guest Tommy Farmer on Sunday, August 28 at 9 AM at Conquest Road for our last meet & greet of the summer.
Click here for more info
Rick's Bait and Tackle is sponsoring a Youth Tournament. Sign-up is via their website OR in person at their Long Neck shop.
Tournament runs from May 28th to August 27. Ages 4 to 15.
Each participant that checks in a qualifying fish will receive a prize.
Awards for Largest Fresh and Saltwater species AND awards for age groups.
DMS is proud to sponsor the trophies.
DMS has donated $1,000 to the University of Delaware's College of Earth, Ocean and Environment.
DMS will make a yearly contribution to the College of Earth, Ocean and Environment, which offers both under- and post- graduate studies.
Mark May 21 as a day to help DMS as we take part in the Adopt-A-Hiway and beach Clean-up events.
Meet at Old Inlet B&T at 9 AM. Contact us on Facebook OR use the Contact Us feature.
A little effort goes a long way.
The DMS Fishing team placed 7th of 72 yeams at the Ocracoke Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament held April 28 & 29.
Our gratulations to the winners of the event, the Merchantville (NJ) Fishing Club.
AMSA has published its stance on the Assateague Island National Seashore (AINS) draft General Management Plan (GMP).
AMSA feels that Alternative 3 is the better Alternative. That being said, AMSA would like to see some consideration for changes within Alternative 3.
Click here for the message on the AMSA website and thier comments on Alternative #3.
Click here for AMSA's Facebook post.
Comments are due May 1. Comments should be mailed to:
Assateague Island National Seashore
ATTN: Assateague CMP Comments
7206 National Seashore Lane
Berlin, MD 21811
VIA fax: 410-629-1023, ATTN: Assateague CMP Comments
Click here to make your comments on-line at the NPS site.
DMS President Bruce West has made the following statement:
It is critical that we ALL SUPPORT AND RESPOND to AMSA's stand on this GMP.
AMSA has worked on this for a number of years and have made their decision for present... and for future generations to come.
This pertains to many user groups that enjoy the wonderful resource the man above has provided us; yet, there are others that want to do away with the priviledge we now have.
PLEASE respond and support AMSA's option on the future of beach access at A.I.
It is sad that others want to do away with Beach Access altogether and it will be worse if we don't RESPOND AND SUPPORT AMSA in this time of need for present and future generations.
The ball is in our court.
PLEASE, read the AMSA response and respond with your comments now!
Thank you.
DMS President Bruce West and AMSA Prsident Bill Justice will speak with Delmarva Angler's Jon Budler on Delaware 105.9 FM.
The show will be broadcast at 6 AM on Saturday, April 16.
A podcast of this show should be available on the Delmarva Angler Facebook page.
Adopt-A-HighWay will be May 21 at 9 AM. Meet at Old Inlet B&T.
Do DMS proud by helping clean a small stretch of DE Route 1
Mark the date for the best deal on all you can eat crabs in Delaware!
The grace period for DMS membership renewal without penalty expired March 1, 2016.
Members that have not paid their 2016 dues by this time are considered to be in arrears AND unpaid members may have their DMS number assigned to other persons.
Members in arrears will be assessed an additional $10 late fee to renew.
DMS offers the best wishes for a speedy recovery to DMS member Eric Burnley after his recent hospital stay
DNREC's Division of Parks and Recreation is currently upgrading the CHSP campgrounds. Improvements to include new bath houses, camp store, laundry facilities, create back-in, pull-through and pop-up RV sites and much more.
Click here for more info.
Our condolences to DMS member Jim Peel on the death of his father, Edward Peel.
DMS was on-hand to assist the volunteers for DNREC's annual Beach Grass Planting event on March 19. event on March 19.
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) removed a 5-year plan for leasing the Atlanic Ocean for oil and gas development on the Outer Continental Shelf.
DMS was part of a forum hosted by the Assateague Mobile Sportsmen's Association (AMSA) on Saturday, Feb. 27.
Click here for more info.
UPDATE: The NPS has set 3 dates for the Open House for Public Comments on the AINS draft GMP.
Click here for the dates.
The usual seasonal closure for the piping plover starts March 1.
This closure is a result of a Memorandum of Agreement between the US Fish & Wildlife Service and DNREC signed in 1990.
The National Park Service (NPS) released for public review the Environmental Assessment (EA) for consideration of modifications to the ORV rule currently in effect at the Cape Hatteras National Seashore Recreational Area.
Public comments can be submitted during the 30 day period ending on March 18, 2016.
Matthew Heim of the Assateague Coastal Trust will speak on the topic of seismic ar-gun testing for off-shore oil and gas exploration.
Meeting starts at 8 PM at the Frankford Fire Company hall, Frankford, DE
Click here for a letter from the DMS President regarding seismic air-gun testing
DNREC's illustrated 2016 Delaware Fishing Guide should be in tackle shops now.
If you can't get to your favorite shop right now, check out DNREC's "Fish Facts for the Recreational Angler" available on-line
The DMS Annual Dinner will be Saturday, March 5, at the Frankford Fire Company hall, Frankford DE
Tix are $35/DMS member couple, $45/non-member couple.
Click here for more info
A Public Hearing will be held Tuesday, January 12 at 6 PM at the DNREC Boat Ramp, 901 Pilottown Road, Lewes, Delaware
The hearing will be on the ASMFC Draft Addendum XXVII to the Summer Flounder, Scup and Black Seas Bass Management Plan.
An "Inside Road" has been completed between Ramp 44 in Buxton, NC and Ramp 49 in Frisco, NC.
Construction has started on new Ramp 62 on the North end of Ocracoke Island.
Click here for more info.
The various Committees for 2016 were formed at the January General Meeting.
You can help DMS by joining a Committee and bring your energy and insight.
Click here for a complete listing.
DMS club merchandise can be viewed and ordered on-line.
Click here to view all merchandise and place your order
Click here for a fun article on surf-fishing in the fall!
Elections of Officers and Board of Directors was held at the December 3 meeting.
Click here for the 2016 Officers and Directors.
DMS took 2nd place at AMSA's 11th Annual Ronald Bounds Memorial Surf Fishing Tournament held at Assateague Island National Seashore on October 17th!
Congrats and WELL DONE to Captain Keith Schmeirer, Bruce West, Tim Wallace, Gary Born, Sam Catalano and John Meade.
Check our Facebook page for photo.
The 2015 DMS Intra-Club Tournament will be held November 21 & 22.
Click the link to download the RULES and the SCORE SHEET. Note: you need to download BOTH to have all the info with you.
Our congratulations to the winners and everyone that fish the 2015 Tournament.
Check our Facebook page for photos of the event.
Thanks to all our sponsors and advertisers for their support. Keep them in mind when looking for the goods and services they offer.
With the re-opening of the CHSP Fishing Pier, DE Special Olympics will hold the Fishing Tournament on Saturday, September 19! We know it is short notice, but DMS will be there to assist.
Those that have helped in the past know this is a great day for the Special Olympians, their families and the volunteers. Show up and experience the joy that fishing can bring to the participants.
Meet in the parking lot at 9 AM. Contact Crystal Gray at 302-530-7059 to confirm your presence.
The Committee is looking for volunteers to fill positions at the Tournament HQ for the 9th Annual DMS Invitational. Email firstname.lastname@example.com to sign up. Click here for more info on positions needed to be filled.
The National Park Service (NPS) is accepting written comments on changes being considered to the currently restrictive ORV Rule in effect at the Cape Hatteras National Seashore. A number of changes are under consideration,
Click here for some thoughts from CHAPA/OBPA on the proposed changes and how to make your voice heard.
DE Special Olympics Field Dayevent. 8:30 Am -12 Noon.
Meet at the Fishing Pier in Cape Henlopen State Park at 8:00 AM
At this time, there will not be a fishing event due to the Pier being closed. Instead, DMS will assist the Delaware Special Olympics at their Field Day.
Persons intered in helping should contact Grystal Gray at 302-530-7059. Deadline to sign up is August 16.
When calling, please have your shirt size ready!
Crabs, Crabs and more crabs! Check the July/August DMS newsletter for details or click here!
The Delaware Mobile Surf Fishermen will hold a Meet and Greet event on Audust 8 at Fenwick Island access from 7:00 to 9:00 am.
Click here for more info!
Cape Hatteras National Seashore is holding public scoping meetings to consider changes to the Seashore's Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) special regulation as it relates to morning opening of beaches, extending the length of fall and spring seasonal ORV routes, and modifying the size and location of vehicle free areas.
Click here for more info.
A half-mile stretch of beach between the Towers at Gordons Pond and the Herring Point access point has been closed due to nesting piping plovers.
Thanks to the DMS members that participated in the beach Clean-up on Saturday, May 16. Chairman Steve Merrick reports the big surprise of the day was ... how little trash there was on the beach!
Ray Divins, Director of DNREC's Division of Parks and Recreation announced changes in on-beach parking at the State Park beaches. Vehicles accessing the beach with a surf fishing vehicle permit will now be required to park single-file along the oceanfront. This parking restriction is in response to concerns of various user groups regarding enforcement of surf fishing vehicle permit regulations.
This action is supported by DMS.
A DMS-supported event will be Vets Fishing, held in Septemeber. Details here.
Effective May 11, 2015, new striped bass regulations are in effect.
DMS place first at the 2015 Ocracke Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament held April 30 & May 1. They outdistanced the 2nd place team by almost 30 points. Phoots and updates can be found on the DMS Facebook page. Click here for more on the Team.
Click here for a brief report on the May 2 Meet & Greet held at CHSP.
In order to comply with legislation contained the in the National Defense Authorization Act passed in December, 2014, the National Park Service (NPS) released proposed changes to wildlife buffers at the Cape Hatteras National Seashore.
DNREC annouces that the 2015 Striped Bass regulations will take effect May 11. No striped bass between 37 " to 44" can be harvested and only 2 fish per day may be harvested. Click here for more info.
Pursuant to the recent change in By-Laws, the Nominating Committee was formed at the April, 2015 meeting.
DNREC's Dvision of Parks & Rec will be issuing new regulations regarding beach access via the surf fishing permit in Delaware. We at DMS urge Parks & Rec to enforce the surf fishing vehicle permit regulations rather than regulate access. Click here to sign the petition.
DMS will hold its first Meet & Greet of the year on May 2. More info TBA. Click the date on the "What's Happening" module for details that are currently available.
Click here for a report on the 2015 Annual Dinner and 2015 Beach Grass Planting.
As of March 19, no decision has been reached for 2015 striped bass regulations.
HB 41 was pre-filed on March 12, 2015. From the description of the bill: This bill adds active members of the ladies auxilary or volunterr fire department ladies auxilary as eleigible for free surf fishing license. The complete bill, with the new language and deletions from the current law, §4701(a)(5) Title 7 of the DE Code, can be found here.
The drawing for the DMS-sponsored team that will represent DMS at AMSA's 10th Annual Surf Fishing Tournament will be held at the DMS Annual Dinner. The AMSA tournament is scheduled for October 16 -18, 2015 at Assateague Island National Seashore, MD. Team Captains must submit their roster at the Annual Dinner. Click here for qualifications for Team Captians and Team Members.
A reminder that the dues are $25.00 for the annual renewal. Click here to renew now on-line. We now accept PayPal or credit card for online payment of dues. Using the form in the Nov/Dec 2014 or Jan/Feb 2015 Newsletter, you can also renew by sending you snail-mail payment to:
DMS 2015 Dues, P. O. Box 455, Dagsboro, DE 19939
We remind everyone that your RSVP for the DMS Annual Dinner should be postmarked no later than March 1. Yout can also RSVP online by clicking here!
DMS members are urged to respond to the letter they have recently received regarding options proposed by DNREC's Division of Parks and Recreation for managing beach access by persons using the Surf Fishing Vehicle pemit at CHSP on certain days and times during the period from Saturday of Memorial Day weekend to Monday of Labor Day weekend.
Parks and Rec called this time period "the summer season."
You can give us your thoughts on the letter and on the options presented by Parks and rec by clicking on the "CONTACT US" button in the top right corner of this screen.
Please include your DMS number in your response.
Click here for an update on Cape Hatteras National Seashore management efforts designed to comply with the 2015 National Defense Authorization Act. NPS says it will update the web page "as significant progress is made."
UPDATED: The hearing for striped bass harvest limits was held February 23.
The Hearing provided all anglers the opportunity to express their choice of 6 Options that are designed to the reduce recreational striper harvest by 25%.
While the hearing has passed, public comment on the Options can be made until March 10, 2015via email or snail mail. Click here for info on how to respond.
Proposed across-the-board increases in user fees for Delaware's state parks will take effect on February 15. Fees for surf-fishing vehicle tags will increase 23% to 27%.
DMS extends our deepest sympathy to DMS member Gary Born upon learning of the passing of his daughter, Nicole.
A public lands use package of bills was included in other recently enacted Federal legislation. Highlights include modification of the Final Rule, wildlife buffers, designation of corriders to by-pass wildlife buffers and construction of new vehicle access points.
The US Fish and Wildlife Service has listed the the red knot (aka the rufa red knot) as a threatened species. The Cape Gazette calls it the first bird to be protected due to "climate change effects". Click here for the full document as published in the Federal Register. The "determination" as a threatened species is found on page 41. DNREC, however, still lists the red knot as #7 on a list of endangered species. Another take on the ruling from the OBX.
Heads up, DMS members that fish AI. Assateague Island National Seashore is seeking comment on potential increases in entrance, kayak and camping fees in 2015. The National Park Service will provide a 30 day comment period available today through January 12, 2015. N.B.: the increases do not include OSV permits.
Bruce West was elected President for 2015. Find the complete results of the election of the 2015 Officers and Directors here.
DNREC's Division of Parks and Recreation has proposed increases in some user fees. They also want your input on these proposed increases. Open houses will ocur in each County, where parks staff will be available to discuss and answer questions.
Delaware's 2015 Stripped Bass recreational harvest must be reduced through harvest control measures, which include consideration of reduced possession limits, increased minimum size limits and slot size limits.
DNREC's Division of Fish & Wildlife announced steps toward implementing the regulation change in Delaware, with a public hearing and accompanying 30-day public comment period to be scheduled early next year to solicit input on recreational options.
Results of the DMS IntraClub Tournament will be posted as soon as the Tournament Committee releases them.
Designed to attract people that have a strong liking for low digits, DNREC will auction low-numbered surf vehicle tags starting Spring, 2015.
DNREC's "Listening Session" (meaning: no public input?) will be Wednesday, Nov 5 at 4 P.M at UD's Virden Retreat Center, 700 Pilottown Raod in Lewes. Could this mean Marine Protected Areas - or MPAs, areas where human activity is restricted - are in the works? Click here to get an insight into this "listening session." from Captan Bill. Plan on attending this session and hear first-hand what dramatic changes may be in the works for Delaware.
"Morty" Morton attended a DNREC workshop on Saturday, November 1, regarding updates to regulations govering beach protection and use of beaches. For Morton's thoughts and insights on this workshop, please visit our Facebook page
DMS members are urged to check Page 4 of thier November/December newsletter and send us your thoughts on when and where DMS monthly meetings should be held. Follow the instructions in the newsletter to get your voice heard!
ASMFC Striped Bass Management Board has approved implementation of a management plan that is designed to reduce the striper harvest by 20.5% to 25%, depending on each state. From the report: "The coastal recreational fishery harvest will be reduced by implementing a one fish bag limit while keeping a 28" size limit."
Citing safety concerns, DNREC closes the pier after finding significant repairs are required to the strucure. Read the full news release here.
Thanks to the DMS members and families that participated in the Adopt-A-Highway and Beach Clean-up programs on October 22. DMS would like to thank each of you for helping keep our little state of Delaware one of the most pristine areas in the country. DMS is proud to be a great steward of the state for both Adopt-A-Highway and Beach Clean-Up. Check our Facebook page for photos and some of the fishing that followed
Congratulations to the winners of the 8th Annual DMS invitational Surf Fishing Tournament Click here for some Tournament photos on our Facebook page
DNREC is looking for photos that best portray's this year's theme: Taking Action for Conversation. Photos should depict proper C&R techniques or a conservation-minded fishing action. The winning photo will be featured in - or possibly the cover photo of - the 2015 Delaware Fishing Guide. Click here for more info on the contest.
The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) and the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council (MAFMC) will hold a joint public hearing regarding the future direction of summer flounder management in Delaware waters at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, in the DNREC Auditorium at 89 Kings Highway, Dover. Click here for more info
Delaware Governor Jack Markell prclaims September 27-October 3 "Delaware Hunting and Fishing Week". In the proclamation, Markell noted that over 82,000 licensed recreational anglers generate almost $10M in license fees. Fishing and hunting contribute $210M to Delaware's economy and support over 1,900 jobs. Click here for more details.
Delaware recently enacted legislation changing the classifaction of certain "less severe offenses" associated with fishing, hunting and boating. The changes would result in no criminal history for persons charged/convicted of certain offenses. Click here for more details.
As chair of the event it was my pleasure to put this event together once again. It is always good to see the families come out and enjoy themselves and enjoy GREAT crabs. So many thanks need to go out to so many people who made this event another success. It would take me all night to mention everyone who helped. Thank you to those of you who donated prizes, we had some great prizes again this year. Those of you who helped work this event, you are awesome and I could not have done it without you. Most of all thank you to the members of DMS who continue to support such a great organization. Without each of you believing in DMS we would not be where we are today. Thank you for making my job so easy and I look forward to next year already.
8th Annual DMS Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament Cape Henlopen State Park. Tournament HQ is at Youth Camp # 3, Cape Henlopen State Park. Registration 12 Noon to 8:00 PM Friday, October 10. Fishing Saturday and Sunday. Join us for Delaware's premier Fall fishing Tournament. Click here for complete rules and entry form!
The Delaware Special Olympics Fishing Tournament on Saturday, September 20, is always a great event. Held at the pier in Cape Henlopen State Park. DMS and other organizations assist the Special Olympians as they seek to catch the big one. Contact Crystal Gray (302-535-2637) with your commitment to help.
DMS provides sponsorship to DMS teams that compete in two Tournaments. DMS will pay for the entry to the 2014 AMSA Tournament held October 16 - 18, 2014, as well as the Ocracoke Invitaional Surf Fishing Tournament, May 1 & 2, 2015. Drawings for the Ocracoke team will be held at the DMS Fall Feast, Saturday, September 13, 2014. Drawing for the AMSA team will be held at the October General Meeting on Thursday, October 2. Check your newsletter for more info or click here.
Senate Bill 265 would remove the "actively engaged" requirement when accessing the beach with a surf fishing vehicle tag. Click here for more information and to view President "Morty" Morton's thoughts on this bill.
Would you be surprised that the number of shorebird and turtle nests are down this year at the Cape Hatteras National Recreational Seashore despite the added protections of the off-road vehicle plan and special regulation?
Former DMS President Joseph W. DiBattista Jr., 70, of Harbeson, formerly of Norristown, Pa, passed away May 24, 2015. Our deepest sympathy to Marla and Joe's family
In April, another of our members, Donald Heath, Sr., of Dagsboro passed away. He will be missed, please keep his family in your prayers.
At several of the last Board meetings the need for a dues increase was discussed. It is obvious that $15.00 is a real bargain for Club membership. There will be an increase starting with dues for 2015.
DMS Members and their OSV-permitted vehicles are needed to transport volunteers! Get more info on DMS duties here. Find the coverage in the February 21 edition of the Coastal Point here.
Many Thanks to all who helped. The grass has taken hold and is growing!
Click on the Legislative Update button found under the News button in the menu bar.
We welcome your comments of our efforts to acquire a permanant home for DMS. Click here for more info.
Libby Bibb, DMS #670, sent us a photo of a 13 lb 7 oz largemouth bass she caught at Trace Lake near Sanford, NC. Well done, Libby! To view the photo, go to our Facebook page.
Clcik ths linlk to get to Delaware Fisherman Magazine's Facebook page and check out the 5 - Yes, 5! - videos of the 7th Annual DMS Invitational Tournament. You can also find them on the DMS Facebook page.
DMS was part of the Coastal Cleanup on September 21 in which over 4 tons of trash were removed from the beaches.
Bill Weiss is accepting nominations for DMS officers and Board of Directors. Contact him with your nomination: email@example.com
Click here for full listing. THANK YOU to the 320 entrants that made this our largest tournement to date.
Find photos of the event on our Facebook page.
Failure of the US Congress to pass a budget has forced closure of Assateague Island National Seashore and Cape Hatteras National Seashore. More here.
DNREC has an on-line guide to commonly misidentiied sharks that are caught the Delaware. Click here for more info.
Congratulations to DMS members Sam Catalano, Bruce West, Alan Rosenberger and Cindy Wesley for finishing "in the money" at the Fall Classic Surf Fishing Tournament. Get more info here.
Do you remember the early days of DMS? Can you name the founding fathers or where the meetings or events were held in the early years? Email us: firstname.lastname@example.com
DMS was solicted to comment on the US Armey Corps of Engineer's proposed plan to replenish he beach north of the Indian River Inlet. Read more here.
The First State National Monument was esablished in Delaware by Presidential Proclamation. The Proclamation was authorized under Section 2 of the Antiquities Act of 1906. Read more here.
DMS members can obtain the new DMS sticker by following the directions in the newsletter.
Click here for info on the options
Eric and Barbara Burnley thanks everyone who helped make the Annual Dinner a success. Click here for the full message. Check our Facebook page for photos.
Click here for the team chosen to represent DMS at the Ocracoke Tournament.
DMS attended a presentation by Delaware's Sea Level Rise adaptation Committe recently. A brief report and more on the Committee can be found here.
Floyd "Morty" Morton, III was elected President for 2013. Find the complete results of the election of the 2013 Officers and Directors here.
Click here and scoll down the page to learn more.
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Call for Artists - Exhibit of the Century
Call to Artists
Colorado National Monument Announces the Art Exhibit of the Century
Colorado National Monument and the Grand Junction Commission on Arts and Culture invite artists to submit artwork for the "Art Exhibit of the Century". The winning artwork will be on displayed at the Grand Junction City Hall and the Mesa County Buildings from January 5 through June 30, 2011.
Original artwork may be photography, 2-D paintings and drawings in oil, acrylic, watercolor, chalk, and pencil. Subject matter is limited to works portraying the landscape, environment, and wildlife of Colorado National Monument. Art pieces must be no larger than 36" x 36" or weigh more than 25 pounds, framed. While artists may enter up to three pieces for consideration, individual artists will have only one item selected for display.
Up to 75 entries will be accepted and twenty pieces will be selected to be on exhibit for 6 months. Artists whose work has been selected for exhibition will be contacted by December 21, 2010.
Jurors will determine Best of Show, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Prize winners. Prizes include:
To enter, artists are required to submit a photograph of the piece/s no larger than 8 ½" x 11" and a completed registration packet by Dec. 7, 2010. Photographs can be dropped off or mailed to Colorado National Monument.
Mail photographs and registration to:
Art Exhibit of the Century
Colorado National Monument
Fruita, CO 81521
For competition guidelines and registration forms visit our website at http://www.nps.gov/colm/planyourvisit/art-and-photography.htm or call 970-858-3617, extension 300.


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When it comes to the 15 Perks, spread as always over three tiers, there's your expected mix of returning classics and new ideas. Sleight of Hand, Scavenger, and Hardline make their return, whereas One Man Army and Commando are completely removed. Some old favourites have been tweaked and rebranded a little, too; Marathon has had to make way for Extreme Conditioning, which gives you an extended but not infinite sprint. Then there's completely new additions like Recon, which makes enemies show up on the mini-map if they've taken damage from your attacks.
Call of Duty's RPG-like mechanics now cross over to the weapons themselves, which now level up individually of the player. As your weapon gains in experience you'll unlock the standard bevy of attachments - such as the red dot sight and underbarrel grenade launcher - but also a single selectable proficiency, which allows you to adjust things like weapon flinch, sway, or number of attachments you can bolt on at once.
While the finished game will include a variety of new modes alongside the returning likes of Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag and Domination, only one was being shown: Kill Confirmed. It's a spin on classic TDM, with players dropping a pair of flamboyant revolving dog tags upon death. These need to be collected by your opponents to actually count towards their team score, and any allied players who retrieve your tags will deny the other team those all-important points.
Kill Confirmed is a fun mode that went down well with virtually everyone who played it, and the ability to focus on and around noticeable objectives will make it easier for new players to make sense of Call of Duty's chaos.
All this would be for naught if the 16 maps weren't up to scratch, but each of the five maps on show brought something to the game. My personal highlight was Team Deathmatch on Underground, a map based around the fictitious Middleton (nice touch, guys) tube station after it's been bombed by terrorists.
Infinity Ward has stated that Modern Warfare 3's maps would be more horizontal than vertical, and Underground shows this off perfectly - the map is set over two spread out levels, with plenty of choke points around the ticket barriers and train platform.
I couldn't possibly make a judgement yet on whether Modern Warfare 3's various subtractions and additions will make for the balanced game that Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games are promising, but what I can say is that I'm looking forward to playing it again.
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is due for release on Xbox 360, PS3, PC and Wii on November 8.


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CANFIELD - Police are searching for a Painesville Township man suspected of gunning down a high school science teacher whom he previously had been convicted of stalking.
Stacey Sutera, 40, was shot just after 7 a.m. Wednesday as she got in her car in the parking lot of the Carriage Hill apartment complex off Fairgrounds Boulevard.
Police say Robert McLaughlin, 64, of Painesville, fired several shots at Stacey Sutera just after 7 a.m. Wednesday as she got in her car in the parking lot of the Carriage Hill apartment complex off Fairgrounds Boulevard.
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Police and Bureau of Criminal Investigation agents map out the scene where teacher Stacey Sutera, 40, was shot to death Wednesday morning in the parking lot of her Carriage Hill apartment complex in Canfield. A car that had the back window shot up is in the background. Tribune Chronicle / Joe Gorman
Sutera began driving away after the first shots, hitting at least one vehicle in the parking lot before she fell from her car. At least a dozen shots were fired, police said.
McLaughlin drove away, according to police. They issued a bulletin for all police agencies to be on the lookout for McLaughlin, who is considered armed and dangerous.
Police entered a warrant for aggravated murder against McLaughlin.
Nancy Dunn, a resident of the complex, said she heard the gunfire. The first shots were very loud and she thought the trash was being emptied into a garbage truck, she said.
''I'm thinking, 'That's the garbage,' then I heard a couple of really loud shots, then a few seconds of quiet, then a couple more shots, but not as loud,'' Dunn said.
Police Chief Charles Colucci said the shooter used a handgun and a small caliber shotgun in the shooting.
Records from Mahoning County Common Pleas Court show that McLaughlin has a history of stalking Sutera. In 2010, he was sentenced to 180 days in jail after pleading guilty in the county court in Canfield to menacing by stalking and pandering obscenity. Judge Scott Hunter refused a request from McLaughlin's lawyer for a more lenient sentence and ordered him to serve the entire 180 days.
In 2011, McLaughlin was charged in Mahoning Common Pleas court with three counts of possessing criminal tools and three counts of pandering obscenity. He entered guilty pleas to counts of pandering obscenity and criminal tools. Mahoning County prosecutors recommended probation.
He was sentenced Nov. 29 to five years probation by Judge Maureen Sweeney, even after she had revoked his bond. He was also ordered to attend anger management classes.
In that case, police said McLaughlin and Sutera had known each other for 15 years and were family friends. After the woman broke up with her boyfriend in 2008, she confided in McLaughlin, but the relationship turned sour.
McLaughlin had set up a website in June 2010 that falsely claimed she had sexual contact with her students, falsely detailed her sexual preference and history, then sent the link to her employers, police said.
After the website was shut down, McLaughlin made another, which also was shut down, police said.
McLaughlin then sent a letter with similar information to every school in Mahoning, Trumbull and Mahoning County, including universities and colleges, according to court records. In all, Canfield detectives had found he sent about 500 letters specifically addressed to teachers and school administrators in the area, with a fake return address from Struthers.
Chief Colucci said he advises victims in stalking cases to always be careful and to expect the worst. He said Sutera took precautions but in the end they proved fruitless.
''This girl was as cautious as anybody,'' Colucci said.
Court records from a civil lawsuit Sutera filed against McLaughlin show how police were able to trace various disturbing emails back to McLaughlin.
On Wednesday, Lake County Sheriff Dan Dunlap said he assisted Canfield police in serving a search warrant at McLaughlin's home during one of the criminal cases, but he was not sure what was seized. He said his department has been on the lookout for McLaughlin and is helping Canfield in their investigation.
''Hopefully, we'll catch up with this guy pretty soon,'' Dunlap said.
Dunlap said McLaughlin does not have a major criminal record in Lake County.
Colucci said they believe McLaughlin was waiting for Sutera and surprised her. Given their history, he said McLaughlin was a person of interest right away.
''Without question he was an immediate suspect,'' Colucci said.
Personnel from the state Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation helped Canfield detectives collect evidence.


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Madge sees a show happening again tonight.By Nick Catucci
Spooner talks to us about a skeptical Susan Sontag examining his journals, how he'd welcome death, and that hat.By Nick Catucci
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The crowd at the Warhol Factor X Levi's X Damien Hirst show — or, more simply, "that Damien Hirst Levi's thing" — at Gagosian Gallery last night was a study in twins.
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The family of an American Christian detained in North Korea is pleading for his release.
Jeffrey Edward Fowle, 56, has been detained for more than two months for so-called hostile acts against the country.
He's suspected of leaving a Bible in a nightclub in the northern city of Chongin.
Fowle's wife and children apologized to the North Korean government, asking for mercy.
In a statement, the family said they're "desperate for his release and return home."
"As you can imagine, Jeffrey is the primary financial provider for his family and [his wife] Tatyana is struggling to manage by herself," the family's lawyer, Timothy Tepe, said at Tuesday's news conference.
Fowle is the third U.S. citizen to be detained in North Korea.
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Bushland at Muleshoe
■ The game: Bushland Falcons (3-2, 1-0 in District 1-2A Division I) at Muleshoe Mules (3-3, 1-0) 7:30 p.m. Friday, Benny Douglas Stadium.
■ Last week's games: Bushland beat Littlefield 49-41; Muleshoe beat Friona 60-7.
■ Bushland statistical leaders: Passing — Taylor Cornelius, 1,507 yards, 18 touchdowns. Receiving — Brian Gillette, 401 yards, two touchdowns. Rushing — Ian Cannon, 279 yards, one touchdown.
■ Muleshoe statistical leaders: Passing — Danny Campos, 1,605 yards, 19 touchdowns. Receiving — Austin Ross, 523 yards, four touchdowns. Rushing — Josh Lopez, 215 yards, five touchdowns.
■ Notes: Bushland and Muleshoe got off to a good start last week in District 1-2A Division I play. The Falcons won a shootout with district-favorite Littlefield, and the Mules beat Friona. This game could be a high-scoring matchup because both teams rely heavily on their passing games. Muleshoe has a chance to contend for the district title with a win over Bushland, while the Falcons could create separation at the top of the district with three weeks left.
■ Bushland coach Steven Flowers: "The party was over Sunday and we haven't talked about that game since," Flowers said of the win over Littlefield. "We just need to keep doing the little things and stay focused. This is for a district championship."
■ Harris Ratings pick: Bushland by 9.
— Jacob Mayer
Highland Park at Sanford-Fritch
■ The game: Highland Park Hornets (5-1, 0-0) at Sanford-Fritch Eagles (1-5, 0-0), 7:30 p.m. Friday.
■ Last week's games: Highland Park beat Claude 57-14; Sanford-Fritch lost to Canadian 77-6.
■ Highland Park statistical leaders: Passing — Justin McDonald, 635 yards, six touchdowns.
■ Notes: Highland Park has outscored opponents 177-104 this season. ... The Class 2A Hornets are playing their first Class 2A opponent after facing six straight Class 1A opponents to open the season. ... Kristobal Elizalde is the lone senior on defense and leads the team in tackles by averaging 10 to 12 tackles per game.
■ Highland Park Coach Craig Shores said: "It's important that we get off on a good foot starting district. With us only having five teams, you're not allowed to stumble, especially coming out of the gate. Sanford-Fritch is always a tough opponent. We've got a tough draw right off the bat."
■ Harris Ratings pick: Highland Park by 9.
— Terrence Hunley
River Road at Pampa
■ The game: River Road Wildcats (2-4, 0-1) at Pampa Harvesters (0-7, 0-1), 7:30 p.m. Friday, Harvester Field, Pampa High School.
■ Last week's games: River Road lost to Dalhart, 33-14. Pampa lost to Perryton, 44-6.
■ River Road statistical leaders (through 5 games): Passing — Brad Hudson 673 yards. Receiving — Payton Pierce 418 yards. Rushing — Payton Pierce 384 yards.
■ Pampa statistical leaders: Passing — Tyler Hooper 72-of-139 for 709 yards and three TDs; Receiving — Adrian Elam 27 catches for 216 yards; Zack Gates 13 catches for 137 yards, 2 TDs; Rushing — Brycen McClendon 96 rushes, 385 yards, 2 TDs; Daymon Flores 35 rushes, 155 yards, 2 TDs.
■ Notes: Pampa is coached by Heath Parker. ... Both teams opened District 1-3A last week with losses. ... With four of the five teams in 1-3A making the playoffs, this game looms huge for each team's playoff future if the decision should come down to a tiebreaker. ... Pampa has lost nine games in a row dating to last year. ... Look for a scoring shootout in this one. The Harvesters are allowing 46.5 points per game. River Road allows 32.5 points per game. ... River Road linebacker Matt Jones continues to play as one of the most consistent players for River Road and in District 1-3A.
■ River Road coach Phillip Wiggins: "I think we are coming off a game (vs. Dalhart) where we are able to improve the level of our play. Then you look at Pampa, and its record is no indication of how good of team they are. They make you defend the whole field. Both teams know this is a big game with playoff implications."
■ Harris Ratings pick: A pick'em game.
— Lance Lahnert
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■ The game: Fort Worth Lake Country Eagles (1-6, 1-2 in TAPPS District 1, Division II) at San Jacinto Christian Patriots (0-5, 0-2), 7:30 p.m. Friday, Patriot Field.
■ Last week's games: Lake Country 32, Fellowship 28; San Jacinto Christian was open.
■ San Jacinto statistical leaders: Passing — Colton Albracht, 390 yards, five touchdowns. Receiving — Jaylon Burnett, 167 yards, three touchdowns. Rushing — Michael Aguilar, 457 yards, one touchdown.
■ Notes: The Patriots drew the district's open date last week after suffering 48-14 a loss at home to Fort Worth Calvary Academy. San Jacinto fell behind 26-0 in the first half before finally getting on the scoreboard. The Patriots struggled on offense, gaining only 131 yards. Aguilar ran for 73 yards on 13 carries. It was the second-highest point total of the season for the Patriots a week after their 20-15 loss to Lubbock Christian to open district play.
■ San Jacinto coach Dan Fort: "Kind of like everything else, it was about going back to the basics (during the open week) because that's what's plagued us. We're going to have to be physical up front and take advantage of the matchups we've got. I think we have a speed advantage."
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Jones, 20, drowned after going overboard the Bama Belle riverboat during a sorority formal party Thursday night, according to authorities. Jones was a student in the College of Engineering majoring in construction engineering and was a member of Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity.
The funeral is set for 11 a.m. at the Demopolis High School Gymnasium, according to obituaries published in the Demopolis Times and the Tuscaloosa News. The family will receive friends Friday 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at St. Paul Baptist Church in Demopolis.
Donations to the Charles Edward Jones, III (Tre) Memorial Scholarship at the University of Alabama can be made through the UA website.
UA students have planned a memorial service for friends of Jones at 5:30 p.m. today at the Black Warrior River in Tuscaloosa.


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A moderately slow week in the world of cyclocross brought us a few gems that required a bit of digging: Nature Valley Stage 1 wrap, Thijs Al grabs another win, Teva Mountain Games Cross Country results and some American transfer news!
Andy Jacques-Maynes Cracks Top Ten at Nature Valley Stage 1
Andy Jacques-Maynes led the way at today's first stage of the Nature Valley Gran Prix in Minnesota, finishing in 9th place, 26 seconds behind teammate Tom Zirbel, who won with a time of 12:36 over the 7.2 kilometer course. Former National Champion Tim Johnson narrowly missed out on the top ten, finishing 11th, a further 5 seconds behind Jacques-Maynes and 31 seconds behind the win. Josh Dillon and Jeremy Powers were both ranked in the 30's with a 30th and a 33rd, respectively. Tomorrow's racing action takes the Nature Valley GP to downtown St. Paul for a 60 minute criterium.
Thijs Al Continues Hot Streak
The current pecking order of hottest cyclocross rider would include the likes of Marianne Vos on the women's side and arguably Thijs Al on the men's side. Al's form has been spot of on late, with his latest triumph coming in the Tour of Limberg, a Dutch amateur classic that follows many of the roads of the Amstel Gold Race. Al made it into the day's winning break of 7, eventually attacking as the finish line approached, with only one man able to follow his wheel. Al managed to take home the victory in a two up sprint, putting him at or near the top of the list of cyclocross racers with the best pre-season form.
Wells Comes Close at Teva Games
Todd Wells came close to cracking open the bubbly at the Teva Mountain Games over the weekend, narrowly losing out to Jeremy Horgan-Kobelski by just over a minute. The exact gap between Wells and JHK was 1:12. Adam Craig finished the day just off the podium in 4th place, 4:40 behind Horgan-Kobelski, with Carl Dekker the next highest rated 'crosser in 8th place. Current National Champion Ryan Trebon finished up the day in 16th place, 13:34 behind JHK.
On the women's side, Katie Compton continued her assault on the mountain biking hierarchy by taking a commanding win over rival Georgia Gould. Kelli Emmet continued her fine season to date by slotting just inside the top 10 with a 9th place finish.
Richard Sachs Reinforces Cyclocross Lineup
Already possessing one of the most recognizable kits and bikes in all of cyclocross, Richard Sachs has added another weapon to his team's arsenal, in the form of Dan Timmerman. Timmerman made some waves in the cyclocross scene last season, finishing just off the podium at the Gran Prix of Gloucester and making it onto the podium at the inaugural Toronto International weekend in November. Timmerman will replace Justin Spinelli who will ride under his own flag for the coming cyclocross season.
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You might think that Hurricane Sandy, with all its tremendously tragic -- but oddly photogenic -- terror and destruction would be a difficult story to formulate strong opinions about (beyond simply "I'm against") but this is why you're just some jerk with a real job and not a Canadian newspaper guy.
The historic storm that's sweeping across the eastern part of North America is the most significant weather event to impact the travel industry since the eruption of an Icelandic volcano in April 2010. Sandy, the hurricane-turned-post-tropical cyclone, will be responsible for the grounding of more than 20,000 flights and the loss of millions of dollars in revenue for the North American tourism industry. But it appears the storm's disruption for travellers will be far less debilitating than predicted.