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Northampton Area High School's girls basketball team proved tonight it could play with the top team in the state.
Well, for a quarter-and-half anyway. Then mighty North Penn showed why it's one of the favorites to make a run at the state title.
Senior guard Vicky Tumasz was one of four North Penn players in double figures with 22 points and the Knights eventually rolled to a 73-45 victory over the over-achieving Konkrete Kids in a PIAA Class AAAA second-round game at Souderton High School.
Freshman Sam Carangi added 18 points for North Penn (26-3). Sophomore Mikaela Giuliani contributed 13 points and 11 rebounds and 6-foot senior center Erin Maher, who'll play at Division II Philadelphia University next season, registered 12 points and 13 boards.
"All seven of our main players were strong throughout," Maher said. "The fact we had four in double digits really speaks for our depth."
North Penn advances to the state quarterfinals on Friday against Bayard Rustin (24-6) at a time and site to be determined. The Golden Knights defeated Parkland (19-9), the District 11 Class AAAA champion, 56-36 in the second game at Souderton.
"This is states and all 32 teams are great teams," Maher said. "The eight teams that are left are phenomenal and they don't want their season to end."
Northampton (15-13), the third place team from District 11, made a great run just to get to the Round of 16. And the Konkrete Kids perhaps had visions of another upset when they bolted to a 10-3 lead in the first three minutes.
"That was pretty exciting," said senior guard Leandra Sterner, who led Northampton with 13 points. "Then we let it up."
District 1 champion North Penn immediately answered with an 8-0 run to lead 11-10.
"The Glass Slipper shattered," Northampton coach Jeff Jacksits said. "Somebody dropped it. We're up 10-3 and the next thing I know we're losing 11-10."
"Unfortunately we tend to start slow," Maher said. "We know everybody is going to give us their 'A' game. Down 10-3, it's pretty easy for teams to put their heads down, but we stayed composed. We wanted to spread them out and run our offense because we knew we had a size advantage."
The Konkrete Kids managed to keep it tight for a while and tied it at 22-all on Sterner's baseline 3-pointer with 4:54 left in the first half. Again, the Knights didn't panic, embarking on a 24-2 run, which included numerous fast break layups, to take a commanding 46-24 lead midway into the third quarter.
"We knew if we lost them in transition we were in trouble," Jacksits said. "In the third quarter, they shot the lights out (10-for-14). They were spotting up and banging shots three feet beyond the (3-point) arc."
"We just weren't getting back and they leaked out ahead of us," Sterner said.
North Penn made 26 of 53 shots overall (49 percent) compared to 14-for-53 (26.4 percent) for Northampton.
"We knew we had to play sharp," Sterner said. "We played pretty well. We just couldn't make shots."
Like her teammates, Sterner worked hard for her points. She was harassed into a 5-for-19 shooting night.
"We definitely wanted to slow down Sterner," Maher said. "We did a great job on her. We were able to step over her without fouling."
"Leandra had a great career, and the rest of the team did a great job," Jacksits said.
Senior guard Kayla Csencsits added nine points for Northampton and freshman center Aja Blount corralled eight rebounds.
"We have some good young kids," Jacksits said. "The people waiting in the wings are pretty good. We're not going to be depleted because of the seniors leaving."
Senior Adashia Franklyn led Bayard Rustin, the fourth place team out of District 1, with 15 points followed by junior Noelle Powell with 14.
Parkland led 12-11 after one quarter but the Golden Knights went on a 16-4 run in the second quarter and steadily pulled away from there.
Juniors Erica Bross and Erin Bross scored 10 and nine points, respectively, for the Trojans.


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SPRINGFIELD -- Springfield police on Thursday issued a warning about a robber who apparently targets elderly drivers by following them home and assaulting them in their driveways.
Sgt. John M. Delaney, aide to Police Commissioner William J. Fitchet, said in the last week, at least three elderly drivers had been assaulted and robbed as they got out of their cars.
The oldest victim, a 90-year-old man, was injured Wednesday when he was punched in the face outside his Forest Park home and robbed of $80.
"He's a low-life thug preying on the elderly. He's a coward or whatever else you want to call him," Delaney said.
Jennifer Rodriguez Denney, the city's Elder Affairs Director, said she was shocked to heard of the assaults.
"It's unconscionable to me," said .
The city's elderly population is among the most vulnerable segment in society, she said. With many on fixed incomes, it is also one that has the least amount of money, she said.
Delaney said it is not clear if the same person is involved in the three attacks, but the description of the robber is similar in all three.
The description is of a black man, 25-30 years old, with a medium to heavy build and possibly clean shaven, Delaney said.
In two of the robberies, the robber was said to have driven off in
The first robbery was reported on Oct. 22 just before 5 p.m. An 82-year-old woman told police she drew money from the ATM near the Stop&Shop supermarket at Liberty Plaza and then drove directly home.
She told police that as soon as she pulled in her driveway, an unknown man grabbed her purse containing $100 as soon as she stepped out of the car.
The suspect fled in a black sedan.
The second case was reported about four hours later when an 80-year-old woman reported being robbed in her driveway after she drove home from Holy Name Church in Forest Park, Delaney said.
She told police that as soon as she got out of the car, an unknown man pushed her back in, grabbed her purse and fled. The purse contained $3, Delaney said.
The women in each case reported robber fled in a black sedan.
Delaney said the latest case occurred Wednesday night when a 90-year-old man was assaulted in his garage after returning from the East Forest Park library on Island Pond Road.
The man told police he had just pulled into the garage when a robbed pushed him and began going through his pockets. When the elderly man sounded the car horn, the robber punched him in the face and fled with his wallet.
No vehicle was seen.
Delaney said the elderly victim was treated at the scene by an ambulance but did not require hospitalization.
Rodriguez Denney said she said she had not heard of this particular type of assault. In recent months, she has been aware of seniors being victims of identity theft and of elderly women having their purses stolen from the pews at church.
She said she would alert each of the senior centers throughout the city to notify seniors to be careful. She said if seniors feel they are being followed, instead of driving home, they should drive to a safe place like a well-lighted parking lot with lots of people present where they can seek help.
She said she would call Officer James Gormally of the Springfield police who regularly works with the senior centers about safety issues. She said she would like to have him offer his ideas to seniors on how they can protect themselves.
Delaney said detectives are working on all three cases. If anyone has any information please call the Detective Bureau at 413-787-6355.
Those who wish to remain anonymous may text a tip via a cell phone by addressing a text message to "CRIMES," or "274637," and then beginning the body of the message with the word "SOLVE."
Reporter Patrick Johnson contributed to this report

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ARLINGTON — Arlington High School's theatrical production of "Legally Blonde" has partnered with the Arlington Relay For Life to support the American Cancer Society through a special matinee performance on Saturday, March 9, at 1 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to wear pink to represent the Relay For Life's fight against cancer, and also to coordinate with the fashions sported by Elle Woods, the lead character of the musical.
Prior to showtime, Arlington Relay For Life vendors will be selling products and providing refreshments in the lobby, the proceeds of which will go exclusively to Relay For Life.
"We are very excited to have the opportunity to work with Relay," AHS drama teacher Scott Moberly said. "It's an excellent cause, and we're looking forward to filling the Performing Arts Center with audience members who enjoy great musical theater and want to join in the fight against cancer."
Moberly added that fully half of the proceeds from this performance will be donated to Relay For Life.
Tickets and additional information are available at www.byrnesperformingarts.org or at the door.
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Join the YMCA
From now until Jan. 31, the Ocean Springs YMCA is waiving the joining fee. They have over 65 group classes each week, free child watch while you work out, year round heated pool, sauna Jacuzzi, steam room, group fitness classes, weights and fitness equipment, youth, adult, senior and family programming.
Finally Friday in Biloxi
On Friday, Biloxi Main Street is continuing a great event in Downtown Biloxi -- "Finally Friday" from 4-8 p.m. Great music all through Rue Magnolia and the Biloxi Art District. Downtown businesses will be open late and have great specials.Event goers will have an opportunity to win a $100 worth of gift cards for a great downtown Biloxi business. Pick up your entry card at each participating business. Call 228-435-6339 for details or visit the Biloxi Main Street Facebook page.
Game Day in Gautier
On Saturday, Gautier will have Game Day at the Convention Center located at 2012 Library Lane. The admission is $5 and the time is 10 a.m. until. Scheduled games are Warhammer 40K, Blitzkrieg Commander, FormulaD & Serenissima, Munchkin Realms and tons of board games.
Zumba class at library
On Monday, the Pascagoula Public Library is hosting a Zumba fitness, free introductory class. It begins at 6 p.m. with instructor Kim Alexander. She is a certified instructor and teaches at the Robin Adams Performing Arts Studio in Pascagoula. Registration is suggested for a class limited to 30 participants of teens and adults. Call 228-769-3060, ext. 1 to register. The library is located at 3214 Pascagoula Street.
Poetry Night at the library
On Tuesday, the Gautier Public Library will host a free "Coffeehouse Poetry Night" from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., in the library meeting room. Anyone interested in reading poetry, singing and playing popular music, or just sitting and listening may attend. Participants are invited to bring a musical instrument to perform. Refreshments will be served. The library is located at 2100 Library Lane, next to the community college. For events or other information, visit the library website at www.jgrls.org.
Wellness Series: Get Healthy
Jan. 10 On Thursday take a class to get fit led by Joey Conwill, wellness director for Blossman YMCA. She will lead in a discussion of techniques to enhance fitness lifestyles and how to get fit in the new year. Light refreshments are provided by the Friends of the OS Library. The library is located at 525 Dewey Avenue, behind City Hall.
Kids whiteout night out at YMCA
Jan. 11 - Ocean Springs YMCA to have "Kids whiteout night out." Register by Jan. 9. For ages 1-5 and 5-10. Crafts, dinner, movie and more to enjoy. Cost is $20 for members and $30 for non-members. The YMCA is located at 1810 Government St.
Our Lady of Lourdes Court 4 Cotillion meeting
Jan. 12 - To all 2013 graduating high school seniors, young ladies, Our Lady of Lourdes Court 4 would like to invite you the their first 2013 Cotillion meeting at St. Peter Catholic Church Education Building at noon. The address is 1715 Telephone Road, Pascagoula. Contact Grand Lady Fannie Joseph at 228-475-5102 for details.
Run for the Salvation Army scholarship program
Jan. 12 -- The Frosty Kroc Run will take place and there will be races for all levels and ages. 1 Mile Fun Run, 5K, 10K and even a Mascot Race featuring the Kroc Center's very own R.J. Kroc racing against other mascots such as the Chick-fil-a Cow and others. Register before Jan. 11 and save money, the one Mile Fun Run is just $15 and $20 for the 5K and 10K. Registration fees on day of the race are as follows: $20 for 1 Mile Fun Run and $30 for 5K and 10K races. Children under 12 years of age are $5 for 1 Mile Fun Run and $10 for the 5K and 10K. 1 Mile Fun Run starts at 8:30 a.m. and the 5K and 10K start at 9 a.m.
All proceeds go to The Salvation Army Kroc Center Scholarship Program that helps those in need access programs and memberships of the Kroc Center. No one is ever turned away due to inability to pay and scholarships are available to those in need.
To download a registration form, please visit www.KrocMSCoast.org/events or register online www.runreg.com or stop by the Welcome Desk at The Salvation Army Kroc Center located at 575 Division Street in Biloxi.
The Salvation Army Kroc Center offers recreational, fitness, creative arts, visual arts, and fellowship opportunities for the young and young-at-heart. For a detailed listing of the Kroc Center rate packages and other amenities, please visit our website at www.KrocMSCoast.org or call the Welcome Desk at 228-207-1218.
Venus Thomas exhibits her art at the library
Jan. 12 - Local artist, Venus Thomas will exhibit paintings and sculptures in the Moss Point Library. Venus Thomas was born 1970 in Pontiac, Michigan. At the age of thirteen she moved with family to Mississippi and has always admired the beauty of nature this state so graciously offers.
Venus was a local school teacher for many years until diagnosed with a severe disorder and had to give up her love of teaching. She is now focusing on several creative arts: painting, sculpting, wood burning, writing children's books, and singing. In all of her creative endeavors she includes nature's expressions - how the trees talk, play, cry, sing and dance - giving inspiration for her work. Venus has painted murals for local businesses, homes and wildlife preserves.
The Friends of the Moss Point Library will host a public reception from 2-4 p.m. Call 228-475-7462 for details. The library is located at 4119 Bellview Street.
Learn CPR at YMCA
Jan. 12 - Ocean Springs YMCA to have CPR class from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Cost is $50 for members and $75 for non-members. The YMCA is located at 1810 Government St.
Dulcimer workshop in Gautier
Jan. 12 - Free dulcimer workshop at 2 p.m. at 7920 Martin Bluff, Gautier. You don't have to know how to read music or own a dulcimer to attend. Call Karen at 601-583-6424.
Poetry Society to have meeting
Jan. 12 - Mississippi Poetry Society, South Branch will hold meeting at the Gautier Library at 2 p.m. Members and guests are asked to bring a poem with the theme, "Seeing with January Eyes" to share. Annual dues are $25, which includes the South Branch, state and national dues. For information call 228-875-4350 or email firstname.lastname@example.com.


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China M&A: Heart Of Zinc: Canada Zinc Metals Develops Its Cardiac Creek Deposit 0 comments
We have a new report issued on Canada Zinc Metals.Company has announced recently its shares buy back in the market - and it is almost like printing money for us. The latest financing was at 0.75CAD and now the stock is trading at 0.38CAD. Company was also granted an exploration permit for the underground drill works and now this promising deposit will enter in the resource definition stage at a much faster pace.During this market we are looking for the solid value and the ideal special situations when we have the growing asset and the buyer for it. In case of this company we have both - growing deposit in the very important elephant scale deposit region due to consolidation and Chinese giant Tongling which is holding 36% of the company.
Canada Zinc Metals Corp. Announces renewal of Normal Course Issuer Bid"Canada Zinc Metals Reports Commencement of Exploration at the Akie Project. We would love to see the every car in the world Electric one and in the nearest future, this time will come, but for a few years to come the ICE will make the majority of cars to be sold. In our search for growth inevitably we are coming to China and its largest auto market now - it means a lot of Zinc and Lead demand. Zinc in this recovery is a poor brother of Copper so far and the junior prices in Zinc juniors are reflecting it. We are following here Canada Zinc Metals - Chinese M&A story in Canada." More on the company.
After the US Debt downgrade and recent market turmoil this entry is even more relevant:
What do you do when you have lots of dollars which are losing value by the day, hungry for growth population and you need to maintain a tricky status quo? You are going shopping. But not for US Treasuries any more after PIMCO's Bill Gross has dumped all his holdings. And if you happen to be China you are going shopping for Copper or Oil and Lithium will be next on your list after you control Rare Earths market. We have our Catalyst in action now.
Now Lundin Mining with its stake in Tenke Fungurume can expect proper bids above CAD 10.0. Copper is set on fire in M&A space with this Chinese bid. Destiny of Big Copper project in Argentina - Los Azules and companies involved TNR Gold and Minera Andes will be even more interesting now.
We have also other companies to watch now in our Copper squad: Revett Minerals, Copper Fox Metals, Canada Zinc Metals, NGeX resources, Conerstone Capital Resources, Sunridge Gold and others."
Please, do not forget, that we own stocks we are writing about and have position in these companies. We are not providing any investment advise on this blog and there is no solicitation to buy or sell any particular company here. Always consult with your qualified financial adviser before making any investment decisions.Related articles
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WHAT: "Misery."
WHEN: 7:30 p.m. today; 8 p.m. Friday; 3 and 8 p.m. Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday.
WHERE: Syracuse Stage, 820 E. Genesee St., Syracuse.
TICKETS: $22 to $45.
INFORMATION: Call 443-3275 or visit http://www.SyracuseStage.org.
'Misery' winds down at Stage
Syracuse Stage wraps up its second show of the season this weekend.
"Misery," based on the Stephen King story, tells the tale of a novelist held captive by a crazed fan. It was made into a movie in 1990 starring Kathy Bates and James Caan.
Drama critic Neil Novelli says "Kate Buddeke as Annie, the adoring, domineering nurse, and John Sierros as Paul, the injured writer, both do really skilled acting work, under Emma Griffin's direction."
The show closes Sunday.


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During summer vacation I took my camera with me on a trip to the zoo, where I encountered a cute animal that made me laugh in spite of myself. I thought the photo was perfect for the contest theme so I sent it in.
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NEW YORK -- I'm thinking New Jersey needs a sit down with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell.
Consider that someone hung banners on the street lamps of New York City along 34th Street, between 7th Ave and Broadway. They've declared the stretch, "Super Bowl Boulevard."
Also consider that the media headquarters of Super Bowl XLVIII is the Sheraton at New York's Times Square. Also, consider that if you ask any regular, warm-blooded American where the championship game of this NFL season is going to be held on Sunday, they're likely not going to answer, "the Meadowlands," or "East Rutherford," or "New Jersey."
This is New York's Super Bowl.
Should have known this was going to be one of those Center-of-the-Free-World things when Goodell waived the league's strict requirement that the Super Bowl be held indoors in a climate-controlled venue or in a city with an average February temperature that reaches 50 degrees.
The commissioner said this Super Bowl presented a unique opportunity. He wanted to celebrate the new stadium of the Giants and Jets. He wanted to pay back the hardworking people who built the venue for two NFL teams. He wanted to honor the wonderful football heritage of the -- well -- his words, "New York region."
"It bothers me that everything is New York City," said DeWitt Maxwell, who grew up in Newark and now manages the Black Bear Bar in Hoboken. "We're from Jersey. The stadium is in Jersey. The teams play in Jersey. The Super Bowl is in New Jersey. It's frustrating.
"I hate it."
He'd like a word with Goodell, I'm thinking. So would the hotel owners in New Jersey who weren't selected to house droves of national media descending upon this event. So would the New Jersey cab drivers who don't possess medallions to pick up passengers at JFK and LaGuardia and rely upon only local fares. So would the taxpaying citizens of New Jersey, the housewives of New Jersey, and anyone who grew up there.
In my travels I've found people from New Jersey to be proud, hard working, great communicators and honorable. Also, incredibly patient with the hulking, self-promoting beast that is New York. Basically, I find New Jerseyans the exact opposite of the stereotypical gun-toting, stripper-loving, trigger-happy, crime-family-member greaseballs we see portrayed by Hollywood.
Two of my closest media friends, Eric Prisbell who covers basketball for USA Today, and Craig Birnbach, the sports director at Portland's KATU-TV, were born and raised in New Jersey.
Prisbell grew up in South Jersey, worked on Long Beach Island, attended college at Rutgers and married a North Jersey girl. That's the blueprint for a Bruce Springsteen song. Birnbach was grew up in Matawan and regularly spouts such beauties as, "Garden State for life!"
Prisbell said of the New Jersey Super Bowl snub: "It's disappointing, but predictably disappointing. Growing up in New Jersey, I can't tell you how many big events would occur in New Jersey and they only show Manhattan and the New York skyline on television. Ridiculous. And this is the biggest event of them all."
Said Birnbach: "People are stupid."
Told you, great communicators. Birnbach is kidding. But you understand how important this is to people with New Jersey ties.
course, New Yorkers might grow a conscience and decide to share a small bit of this Super Bowl with
the state of New Jersey. The NFL might realize it's been obtuse and impolite to the actual host state. Also, they might try to make New Jersey a patsy.
The pro-marijuana billboards all around the stadium?
That's all New Jersey, New Yorkers will tell you.
The sex-trafficking reports around the big game?
Again, all Jersey.
And if Sunday should bring a surprise snow storm, or even high winds, I'm thinking those who hail from the Big Apple would be more than happy to pin the disaster on their neighbor state. They'll probably even point out that MetLife Stadium doesn't have a roof because proposals to fund the thing failed during construction.
So here's rooting for good, crisp, cold, sunny New Jersey February weather for this New York Super Bowl. Because in the end, this feud between New York and its neighboring state might end up more compelling than the football itself.
While we wait, something needs to be said. It's this: New Jersey deserves its own Super Bowl. Not this game between the Seahawks and Broncos on Sunday. Another one, its very own, some Februrary in the near future. Once the Super Bowl hype is all over the city, you can't put it back in the bottle. There's no fixing this New York Super Bowl mess with only hours between now and kickoff. I'm thinking New Jersey should spend the time before the game lobbying Goodell to consider, maybe holding a Super Bowl in the Garden State someday, too.
New Jersey should wait for the perfect moment to make the ask of Goodell. A heartfelt moment. Timing is everything with these things. Maybe lean in, just as the television broadcast is panning to the New York skyline, just as New York Juilliard-trained opera singer, Renee Fleming, starts on her final note of our national anthem.
Ask Goodell then, "How about a game in Jersey someday?"
Then, watch him fall over.
By the way, Fleming is a soprano. Talk about a slap.
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This is pathetic on so many levels. The Federal Reserve had no clue financial problems were coming in 2007. Yet blogs like Calculated Risk knew exactly what was coming and predicted it accurately. What's worse, the very same dimbulbs who knew nothing in 2007 are still running the Fed. They should have all been fired.
Federal Reserve officials were largely unaware of the financial crisis brewing in 2007, until they found themselves in the middle of it.
While I generally enjoy a good conspiracy, I see no indication of one here simply because their blind stupidity was of no benefit to anyone. Thus, we are left with the sad conclusion that we are governed by idiots.


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ILO activities in Africa, 2000-2003. Report of the Director-General. Tenth African Regional Meeting Addis Ababa, December 2003.
Describes (1) some of the development frameworks adopted by the international community and the African region in response to the social and economic challenges facing the continent, and (2) how the ILO has responded to the emerging development challenges and priorities in Africa through the implementation of relevant activities within the framework of Decent Work Agenda.
This report presented to the Tenth African Regional Meeting is intended to serve as a basis for an analysis that may shape future ILO activities in Africa. As the report shows, the first four years of the new millennium did witness some improvements in the fortunes of Africa, although enormous challenges remain to be faced. During the period covered, modest social and economic progress was reflected, not only in terms of what was achieved, but also in the increased political will to make further progress, notwithstanding the challenges ahead.


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Welcome to the St. Margaret of Scotland school website and, particularly, to the principal's page. Having completed seven years as principal at St. Margaret's, I am excited at our accomplishments.
We continue to fulfill our carefully designed 2009 School Improvement Plan which guides our learning community towards growth in thinking and learning, relationship building with one another and ever closer to God. The School Improvement process is overseen by the Archdiocese of St. Louis and is necessary for maintaining accreditation as an educational institution within the state of Missouri.
Our students, with the guidance and support of an exemplary faculty and staff, have earned numerous academic awards, participated in service activities during and beyond school hours, enjoyed a variety of fine arts opportunities, and have grown in their friendships to one another and God.
Our parents have spread the word that St. Margaret of Scotland Parish School is a community into whose caring hands parents can entrust their children. Our enrollment has continued to steadily grow these last seven years; this past August (2013) when school began we had 386 children enrolled in our preschool through eighth program. The 2013 school year welcomed 3 preschool classrooms, 3 kindergarten classrooms, 2 each of 1st through 6th grade, and 1 each of 7th and 8th grade classes. Needless to say we have used every available space without compromising our high quality of teaching and learning.
While our enrollment continues to grow so does our relationships within the community. August 2013 ushered in the Community Alliance for Education: Expanding and Enriching the Educational Experience. The Community Alliance is a coming together of St. Margaret of Scotland School and Parish with Cardinal Glennon Hospital, St. Louis University, the Missouri Botanical Garden and Gateway Greening. Initiated by St. Margaret of School and Parish, the members of the Alliance have begun to realize how much they have in common and how their relationships with one another will expand and enrich opportunities for their individual communities. The Community Alliance for Education is proving to be a benefit to all the members involved.
After seven years, my bottom line goal remains very much the same as it was when I first began – that each child will learn and experience success as a student in a faith-based, learning environment. On this point I am adamant! Fortunately, I am supported in my goal by a very dedicated and qualified faculty, by parents who truly care about their children's educational community, and, most importantly, by students who love learning in the safety and comfort of the St. Margaret of Scotland learning enrivonment.
I hope you, the reader of this page, will continue to browse our website, get to know us online and, perhaps even, stop by to meet us in person. But, fair warning, I am passionate about our school community – I might talk your ear off!
It is with extreme gratitude to my faculty and staff and to our students and their parents that I look forward to another successful school year,
Juliann DePalma Hesed
Proud Principal, St. Margaret of Scotland Parish School
Juliann DePalma Hesed brings a wealth of experience in Catholic education to her position as principal. Previous to her role as principal at St. Margaret's, she was principal for eight years at St. Mary Magdalen School in Brentwood. As a teacher, Ms. Hesed taught theology at Incarnate Word Academy, an all girls, Catholic High school in north county. A few IWA alum have chosen St. Margaret's for their children. Before that, Ms. Hesed was employed at St. Margaret of Scotland School where she taught Religion to seventh and eighth graders, planned retreats, taught computer education to Kindergarten through eighth grade and designed and taught a gifted program for children in second through eighth grade.
Ms. Hesed earned her Masters in School Administration and her Masters in Theology from St. Louis University. She also holds a BA in Theology with a minor in English.
Ms. Hesed and her husband Peter, with their children, have loved living in the Shaw neighborhood and being members of St. Margaret of Scotland Parish for over 30 years. Before becoming principal, Ms. Hesed worked closely with St. Margaret's RCIA team as they instructed non-Catholics in the tenets of the Catholic faith; she remains an active participant in the St. Vincent De Paul Society making bi-weekly deliveries of food to neighbors in need.
When not at school, Ms. Hesed always enjoys just being at home with her family. Second to that she likes zoning away in front of the TV (she boasts having seen every Law and Order made) or reading a good book. Her favorite author is a toss-up between Ann Patchett and Barbara Kingsolver, which doesn't deny how much she has enjoyed reading the Harry Potter and Eragon series.
More than anything, Ms. Hesed is passionate about children being guided to grow closer to God, to think deeply, and to build and enjoy friendships – and to bring their families along on that sacred journey.
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PHILADELPHIA — A gas leak has forced the evacuation of dozens of people and is disrupting service on a Philadelphia subway line and regional rail lines serving the suburbs.
It was reported around 9 a.m. Wednesday on the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority subway line in north Philadelphia. It's forced a shutdown of that part of the city's subway system, known as the Ridge Avenue spur.
SEPTA spokeswoman Heather Redfern says service is also being disrupted on the main Broad Street subway line in the area. Service has been suspended on three regional rail lines.
Crews have been searching for the leak since natural gas was detected in the air near the Fern Rock station. The gas has been turned off.
Fire officials say about 175 people have been evacuated from nearby homes, but the situation is under control.


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Demographic analysis from summaries of an age-structured population
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- W.A. Link, J. Andrew Royle, and J.S. Hatfield
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AbstractDemographic analyses of age-structured populations typically rely on life history data for individuals, or when individual animals are not identified, on information about the numbers of individuals in each age class through time. While it is usually difficult to determine the age class of a randomly encountered individual, it is often the case that the individual can be readily and reliably assigned to one of a set of age classes. For example, it is often possible to distinguish first-year from older birds. In such cases, the population age structure can be regarded as a latent variable governed by a process prior, and the data as summaries of this latent structure. In this article, we consider the problem of uncovering the latent structure and estimating process parameters from summaries of age class information. We present a demographic analysis for the critically endangered migratory population of whooping cranes (Grus americana), based only on counts of first-year birds and of older birds. We estimate age and year-specific survival rates. We address the controversial issue of whether management action on the breeding grounds has influenced recruitment, relating recruitment rates to the number of seventh-year and older birds, and examining the pattern of variation through time in this rate.
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- Biometrics
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- 59
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- 4
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- 2003
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- English
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NEW YORK--Honda Chief Executive Takanobu Ito wants to boost the Japanese carmaker's exports from the United States to counterbalance the effects of the strong yen, he said in an interview published Monday.
"Our U.S. plants export just 6 percent to 7 percent of production. But they should be able to do more than that," Ito told the Wall Street Journal.
"If there's enough demand from other regions for larger vehicles, then closer to 20 percent is conceivable," he added.
While the yen has eased from record highs hit last year, its continued strength makes exports from Japan more expensive, and Ito said Honda was not likely to ramp up overseas shipments from its domestic plants.
"The old structure of relying on Japan as chief export platform was unnatural," he said.
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GRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP, Michigan - Brian Vranesh got his largest payday on the PGA Tour Sunday, but is still a long way from securing a spot for next year.
By shooting 5-under 67 Sunday at the Buick Open, Vranesh finished with a score of 14-under at Warwick Hills Golf and Country Club.
He was tied for fifth when his round ended, so he will easily have his best finish ever on Tour. Vranesh has made only two cuts in 14 other events this year, tying for 69th at the Pebble Beach National Pro-Am and tying for 39th at the St. Jude Classic.
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SPRINGHILL – Two Springhill men were arrested this week and charged with possession of narcotics.
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On Wednesday, April 16th 2014, members of the Cumberland Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit conducted an investigation under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the men were arrested for unlawful possession of Hydromorphone, a powerful narcotic listed under schedule 1 of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
A search warrant was executed at a Springhill residence and a 71-year old man and a 33-year old woman were taken into custody for trafficking in Hydromorphone. During the investigation a quantity of Hydromorphone capsules were seized.
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A five-hour standoff between law enforcement officers and an armed woman inside a car in Lincoln City ended with the suspect killing herself, the Associated Press reported.
The deadly incident began on Friday as police hunted a man and a woman along the Oregon coast suspected of committing a robbery in Montana, the News Guard of Lincoln City reported.
Authorities swarmed the area near U.S. 101 and Northeast 22nd Street about 4 p.m. on Friday, said Lt. Gregg Hastings, a state police spokesman.
During the attempted takedown, the male suspect was injured and transported to a Portland hospital, the News Guard reported.
The female suspect, who was armed, later barricaded herself inside a car, Hastings said.
After hours of negotiations with the suspect, police say the
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"La Masseria means farmhouse, something in the Puglia region of Italy," he said, explaining that the restaurant's menu is a fine-tuned version of peasant fare. He features fresh, molten buratta cheese from Puglia, oven roasted rabbit, farinaceous like housemade potato gnocchi with radicchio and taleggio sauce, grilled whole Mediterranean sea bream and a few more of "what the sea gave."
Coladonato recently took his kitchen brand of Italian to Rhode Island. With partners in the New York venue, Peppe Iuele and Enzo Ruggiero, plus Edward Ricci, an investor from the Ocean State, Coladonato opened the place in November.
Why did he reach so far north of Staten Island?
"We were looking to open another restaurant in New York. But the economy was dipping. We thought, why don't we go to Rhode Island?" Coladonato explained. Space was available . The partners renovated, a process that actually turned out to be as costly as a New York City job. But the Rhode Island place turned out to be a hit and it's become a unique and popular spot in East Greenwich.
Fish is among the specialties of the house for the two La Masserias. Coladonato talked about preparing swordfish his way.
"I get cherry tomatoes. I open them up, halve them and put them on a sheet pan, season them with salt, sugar, thyme. I roast them slowly in the oven at 180 degrees for about three and a half hours," he said, advising to take them out of the oven at this point. Mark swordfish on each side on the grill, he said. Then, in a cast iron skillet put olive oil, garlic, capers, olives, those slow-roasted cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and parsley. Place the marked swordfish in the skillet and put the skillet in the oven. The dish is complete in less than 10 minutes.
"The key is to use a good oil," he coached.
The accompanying recipe is an ideal outlet for day-old bread. Make panzanella with juicy, vine-ripe tomatoes or kumatos, a wild greenish-red tomato with a bold citrus tang.
La Masseria can be found at 235 West 48th St., 212-582-2111. In Rhode Island, La Masseria is located at 223 Main Street East Greenwich, RI; 401-398-0693. The Web site is lamasserianyc.com.
Scales is a column that addresses fish. The weekly discussion features traditional family recipes from borough cooks as well as new ones from recently published cookbooks. If you have a question about fish preparation or tips to share, email firstname.lastname@example.com.
Swordfish prep
This mild-tasting, fairly fatty fish is desirable for its meaty quality. It can be cut into chunks and skewered with vegetables. The firm flesh of the steak or fillet is ideal for cooking on the barbecue. Pino Tk advises buying the fattiest swordfish available; that keeps it delightfully moist.
Grill with oil.
When grilling, marinate the fish in olive oil or coat it well with non-stick cooking spray. The grill grates should also be sprayed or coated well to prevent the fish from sticking.
Cook it through.
Cook swordfish thoroughly. Test for doneness by picking it up with tongs and bending it back. Raw or undercooked swordfish will not separate.
Check for freshness.
At the fish store, note that swordfish flesh is mostly white and possibly tinged beige. Color does vary and is determined by the diet of the animal. For instance, shrimp and other crustaceans may turn it orange.
RECIPE: Swordfish with Panzanella
(Serves 4)
Basil Oil
¾ cup olive oil
2 cups whole fresh basil leaves
1 clove garlic
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
For the panzanella:
2 pounds ripe tomatoes, halved horizontally and seeds squeezed out
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ jalapeño pepper, stemmed, seeded, cored, and finely diced
8 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh flat-leaf parsley
Pinch of hot red pepper flakes
¾ cup tomato juice, or more as needed
3 teaspoons sherry vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
½ pound day-old or slightly stale country-style bread, crust removed and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 cloves garlic, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
For the swordfish:
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 sprigs fresh thyme
4 sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Four 6-ounce center-cut fillets of swordfish, no thicker than ½ inch
Fresh basil sprigs, for garnish
To make the basil oil:
In a blender, process the olive oil, basil leaves, garlic, and salt for about 2 minutes, until smooth and emulsified. Use immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days in a tightly lidded container.
To prepare the panzanella:
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Core the tomatoes and cut into 1-inch dice. Transfer to a bowl and add the sliced onion, jalapeño, basil, parsley, pepper flakes, tomato juice, vinegar, and about 1 tablespoon of salt or to taste. Toss well and adjust the seasoning with pepper and more salt. The tomato salad is best on the second day but can be refrigerated for up to 4 days.
In another bowl, toss together the bread cubes, garlic, olive oil, and parsley. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring and turning to encourage even browning, or until lightly browned and crisp. Remove from the oven, transfer to a large plate or platter to cool, and set aside.
To prepare the fish:
In a shallow nonreactive dish, mix together the extra-virgin olive oil, thyme, and parsley. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Add the swordfish fillets and turn several times to coat. Cover and set aside at room temperature for up to 2 hours or in the refrigerator for 8 hours. (If it's a very hot day and your kitchen is warm, do not leave the fish at room temperature for more than an hour or so.)
Prepare a charcoal or gas grill so that the charcoal or heating element is medium-hot. Very lightly spray the grates with vegetable oil spray to prevent sticking. Alternatively, preheat the broiler.
Lift the fish from the marinade, let it drip off, and season the fish on both sides with salt and pepper. Grill for 4 to 5 minutes on one side. Turn over and grill for 2 to 3 minutes longer, or until the fish is opaque nearly all the way through.
Just before the fish is done, add the croutons to the tomato salad and toss well. There should be a lot of juice, but if not, add a little tomato juice. Taste and season with salt and pepper.
Cut the bottom out of a plastic 1-pint container to help form the salad on the plates.
Position the pint mold in the center of one of the 4 plates. Pack the panzanella salad into it, allowing juices to flood the plate. Lift off the pint mold and repeat on the remaining plates. Rest a fish fillet on top of the salad and garnish each plate with a sprig of basil tucked behind the fish and a drizzle of basil oil.
—From The Barcelona Cookbook by Sasa Mahr-Batuz and Andy Pforzheimer/Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2009


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Man to run 100 miles for boy with cancerUPDATED 5:27 PM CDT Oct 25, 2013
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A central Iowa man will be testing his limits this weekend running for 24 hours. At the Equalizer Endurance Run, athletes will have a chance to see just how far they can push themselves in a single day. And as KCCI's Elizabeth Klinge reports, one participant has some extra motivation to keep moving. Here at Gray's Lake this weekend, Athletes will attempt to run as far as they can from 8AM Saturday to 8AM Sunday. But for one competitor, the fight to finish is all about helping a little boy through a big fight of his own. its kinda just one of those deals where you have to give back a little. And ya know, knowing them for as long as we have, I just decided this is my opportunity this is my chance photos of Nile Brad Dains is taking that chance to help this little guyNile Morris Nile's parents were told they would likely never have a child of their own. But two years after they adopted a baby boy and girlNile was born. The Ankeny family's joy quickly turned to shock this summer though when Nile was diagnosed with a rare blood cancer. He's getting chemo and steroid injections and all these different things that a 22 month old shouldn't have to go through So to help him through his battle Brad is doing what he does best. .I'm not good at a lot of things, but I can run for a long time. As an ultra runner...a marathon is just a warm-up for Brad. His plan is to run over 100 miles in just 24 hoursraising money for Nile's medical bills every step of the way. We've got a lot of people who have decided they want to donate per mile. so that's a little bit extra motivation to go the hundred. And Brad says they're still accepting donations for Miles for Nile. For more information on how to donate you can log on to our website KCCI.com, in Des Moines, I'm EK, KCCI 8 News. Nile is currently undergoing his third, and most difficult round of chemo at
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Tulane basketball coach Ed Conroy claims there is something more satisfying than victory.
Conroy said he is more taken with a cap-and-gown ceremony these days. Four Green Wave basketball players, part of 43 graduating Tulane student-athletes, will walk in ceremonies tonight. Eight players he brought into The Citadel four years ago graduated last weekend. That trumps any buzzer-beating win, he said.
"Oh yeah," Conroy said. "I feel like if they were the right guys and they bought into everything the school had to offer, that it would spill onto the court."
Conroy just finished his first season at Tulane. He came from The Citadel, where his recruits finished as the program's most successful on-court class. It also posted a combined grade-point average of better than 3.0.
"That was a big deal," Conroy said. "That group came in when there hadn't been a lot of success. ... There weren't a lot of seniors in the locker room to look up to, so they kind of had to blaze their own way."
Sounds like the program he is coaching now. David Booker, Aaron Holmes, Kris Richard and Johnny Mayhane graduate tonight after weathering one of the program's rockiest stretches.
The group dealt with post-Hurricane Katrina drama, never played in an NCAA Tournament, handled a controversial coaching change last spring, and endured a senior season that included a new offense.
"They kept their eye on what was most important," Conroy said. "I think it shows their character that they were always coachable. I think everybody (in the administration) did a great job of being here for these guys, but most important, they believed in themselves and they didn't listen to any negativity."
To see 12 players he coached graduate is something he won't forget, Conroy said.
"They all had to come together," he said. "I think what is in common with both groups is they were strong, and they stuck to the process, and they are going to do great."