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Otto Warmbier
It has been a while since I have written a You Be the Judge article and I want you to be the judge for the recent arrest of a University of Virginia student in North Korea.
Otto Warmbier has just received a fifteen-year sentence to hard labor in North Korea for allegedly attempting to steal a banner with a North Korean political slogan on it. Warmbier allegedly took the banner from a part of the hotel that was restricted to employees only and tourists are not allowed.
Otto Warmbier went to North Korea to visit with a group called, Young Pioneer Tours, based in China. This group also has tours to Cuba, Iraq and other former Communist countries, much to the chagrin of the U.S. State Department. It is not illegal to travel to these countries and many people have gone to visit North Korea and have returned without incident. Young Pioneer Tours has also said that Otto Warmbier was the first foreigner arrested in North Korea, after taking more than 7.000 people there on a vacation.
Otto Warmbier has said that he was getting the banner for a friend in his church, who wanted the banner for a souvenir. Warmbier was promised a 10,000 dollar used car if he got the banner and the friend said that if he was detained or arrested, his mother would receive charitable donations in the amount of about 200,000 dollars. Warmbier has also stated that he was encouraged to take the banner by the Z Society. The Z Society is a semi-secret ring society that was formed in 1892 at the University of Virginia and are philanthropists that hold honorary dinners and grants awards for academic excellence.
Now it is time for you to be the judge. Otto Warmbier is being treated as a spy and was sentenced to 15 years of hard labor. Do you think this punishment is too harsh for the crime? Do you think that North Korea is doing this to send a message to visiting peoples? In the past, North Korea has arrested people who made a public confession of their crimes but have recanted their confessions once they were released. Or is the North Korean government waiting for a US dignitary to show up and see about his release. It wouldnt be the first time if this happens.
Former President Bill Clinton went to North Korea in 2009 to see about the release of American journalists, Laura Ling and Euna Lee. They both entered North Korea illegally from China. Also, the Director of National Intelligence, James Clapper went to North Korea in 2014 to secure the release of Matthew Miller, who had been detained because he ripped up his visa when he entered the country and to secure the release of an American missionary, Kenneth Bae, who had been detained since 2012.
Is this a political ploy or is the North Korean government right in treating Otto Warmbier as a spy?
You Be the Judge.
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'Blame is an ineffective request for empathy and for consideration of my pain.' Kelly Bryson
Despite being primarily a glass-half-full type, or so I tell myself, I notice I invariable find at least one thing each day that I feel drawn to complain about. I can guarantee it – that I will experience my hackles raised at something 'not being right', either in myself, or in the world outside of what I call 'me'. 'What's wrong with complaining?' You might ask. 'After all, isn't noticing what's wrong one way of developing ourselves or of offering others feedback on how they could improve?'
Certainly we can start with noticing what's wrong… and then what happens? More often than not, stopping there simply triggers criticism in ourselves or others. There are, however, ways in which we can find the opportunities present in complaint.
I'd like to propose the idea that there are such things as complaints that serve life and those that simply don't, that actually get in the way of our development or even hinder it by drawing us even more deeply into negativity – judgement, criticism and blame. Actually, I'd like to rename life serving complaints simply as 'graceful feedback' and the other type that hinder us as 'grievances.'
How do we engage in 'graceful feedback' rather than grievances?
I would suggest that we can start with ourselves first by looking deeply into the complaint that's surfacing to see what it is that's actually causing the problem:
- Notice the judgments and criticisms going on in our heads.
- Notice how we feel when telling ourselves these things – Angry? Afraid? Ashamed? Guilty?
- These feelings are useful signposts in that they tell us that, in this situation, we have needs that are not being met. What are those needs? – Respect, Openness? Honesty? Communication? Consideration? Reliability?
- Once we've identified the need(s), what ways do we know of meeting those needs ourselves? E.g. I feel angry when someone is late for our appointment. The underlying needs I identify are i)respect of my time and energy and ii) time to complete the task we were meeting to handle together. When I consider how I might not be respecting my time and energy, I notice that I'm hanging around waiting for them, instead of calling them to see what's happened or getting on with something else. Perhaps I could go ahead with the task on my own and email them later with an update? Or I might approach someone else for assistance instead? Etc… How attached am I to events happening as I expected, rather than being open to situations changing and resilient enough to modify my behaviour accordingly?
- Notice whether there's any part of the complaint that is really about ourselves e.g. complaining when someone is late for an appointment, when we know that we too struggle to be punctual – either arriving persistently late, or busting a gut to arrive on time but feeling stressed when we do. (In my experience, it can be a very fruitful exercise to address the behaviour in myself first before reviewing the situation to see if I still feel like complaining!)
- Slow down and take some time to tune into our intention. What do we hope to achieve by complaining? If it feels like revenge, like lashing out in some way, then it's definitely time to stop and to breathe first.
- What would be a life-serving intention in this situation? How does what we want to communicate serve ourselves, others, or the world at large? What would love do?
- Has feedback been invited? If not, perhaps there is some way we can check whether it would be welcome.
Successfully implementing 'graceful feedback', primarily in ourselves, can be one of the most powerful processes for serving and feeding relationships. Through focussing on and addressing the unmet needs that are illumined in ourselves, we can find ourselves showing up in ever more present, empowered and life-serving ways.

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When Handsome and I had just started dating, he clued me into the miracle that is Tillamook cheddar cheese. Tillamook, which comes in medium, sharp, and extra sharp varieties, melts well over nachos, tastes great on its own, and happens to make the best grilled cheese ever. This cheese is not expensive, and over the past several years I have seen it show up in more grocery stores. My local HEB grocery store carries it for about $5 a pound, give or take, and it keeps well in a ziploc bag in the fridge.
Our hometown grocery store has a "Good and Grainy" variety of bread that also makes the perfect grilled cheese, and I always forget to stock up when I go home. Alas, I have not been able to find a sufficient approximation in my current locale, but the nine grain bread made by my local grocery store does the trick just fine.
I also have a trick for keeping my bread fresh, as I don't eat bread that often. I keep my bread in the freezer, properly sealed, all the time. The bread melts on the skillet, and the thawing bread also gives your cheese more time to melt.
I understand the appeal of a good ole Wonderbread and Kraft singles sandwich. It hearkens back to childhood memories of grilled cheese and tomato soup, and it has its place (particularly when the eater is about eleven years old). I'm an adult now, and my grilled cheese has grown up as well.
Growing up is hard, though. I frequently get overexcited and set the burner to a higher heat than is appropriate for my grown-up grilled cheese, resulting in either burned bread or cheese that hasn't melted. No fun. But when I do it right, this grilled cheese stands up well to dunking in tomato soup or serving alongside a simple snack. It also makes a quick and easy snack.
A word about the bread: A grainy bread adds a nice nuttiness to the sandwich, but will completely overpower milder cheeses. If you get ambitious and decide to do a caprese salad-style sandwich, for example, you will want to change the bread you use as mozzarella will disappear behind a flavorful bread. Trust me, I've tried.
If you are counting calories, too, you can easily substitute olive oil for butter, or use half the butter and a drizzle of oil. Tastes great!
Grown-Up Grilled Cheese
You will need:
2 slices whole-grain bread per sandwich
1 pat of butter per sandwich
Several slices of cheese, to taste
Heat a small skillet on medium heat. Place the butter in the skillet to melt it; when melted (you can let it brown– browned butter is delicious!), swirl it around in the pan.
Meanwhile, slice the cheese. I use the sides of my box grater, but a knife would work fine. Cover one slice of bread with the cheese, place the bread (bread side down!) on the skillet, and top with the other slice of bread.
Use a spatula to press down on the sandwich, allowing the bread to soak up all that delicious butter. Then, leave it alone for a few minutes. You want the skillet to be no hotter than medium, even though it takes longer, so the cheese melts properly; this will take 3-5 minutes per side. When the first side is done (all crispy and brown), flip the sandwich over and do the other side.
When done, cut the sandwich into triangles and consume. Triangles, people. Triangles.
If you must cut the sandwich into something other than triangles, I will allow you to cut it into small squares, to serve as croutons in a bowl of tomato soup. You must seek my written permission first, however.


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Grades 7th & 8th I got beat up and verbally put own on a pretty regular basis.. Why..? Simply cause I wasn't like the rest of the kids at school and didn't want to be like them. My parents pulled me out of public school at grade 9 and homeschooled to avoid it
I wonder through life always confused <___>
I never been bullied honestly. I been teased, but my friends do that to anyone and everyone...it can be hurtful, but they mean no harm when they do it. It's also weird that I never seen anyone get bullied in my old school. I probably never saw it, but then again, the most watchful thing in the school were two people fighting over a girl who slept with one of them.
Imma cow~
I was told to die everyday and even had a rope around my neck and my books and homework torn up because I had red hair. The principle told me to just smile when they bullied me and that'll make them go away. It didn't. O and I still have my red hair and it's still fabulousXD
around the same but I didn't tell my parents so nothing changed. 7th and 8th worst years eva
I was bullied quite a bit growing up. Certain groups bullied me because I have freckles, others because I was too pale, some because I have "dorky" interests. It depended on the group of people. Eventually I was made fun of because I was just "weird" in high school, when I was actually going through a tough spot with mental illness, where I was put on oodles of medications which caused me to be aloof and zombie-like, and a family illness simultaneously. I moved around a lot as a kid, which made it difficult to make friends. The new, friendless kid always gets picked on. The bullying was only emotional and never got physical, but in some ways it probably would have been better.
Eventually, I stopped caring about what others thought of me and that's empowered me quite a bit, even to this day. I don't bother with concerning myself with the opinions of others and I walk with my head held high.
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In Middle School I had several problems. But it wasn't to the point where I let it SUPER get to Me. I feel for those who are Bullied. Its not right.
I am fallling; I am fading; I have lost it all...Please Help me to breathe...</3
Nah I excelled athletically and socially at school so you could say I sometimes hung out with the bullies but I never partook in any bullying myself. My home life and school life are practically polar opposites. Only really close friends know about anime and I, but I did get in a fight once because some ghetto kid was talking smack, but I won and I had the whole basketball team backing me up so it was all good besides my sensitive ass bloody nose.
There's nothing crueler than letting a dream end midway
Yeah I've been bullied for a few things before but not recently. When I look back I get a little sad but in the end I don't really care. It could have been worse.
That's just Toradorable.
I was bullied a lot in highschool but afterwards only minimally. I'm a very feminine guy and so naturally I've always had people bullying me. I always used to just keep to myself except for once when I retaliated quite harshly, was not really bothered after that. I travel a lot and I'ts quite interesting to see how people act towards me wherever I go. I have to say I have had the most of this in the US.
Live with the flow, baby.
A couple of times people have been mean but it never got severe
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Can you identify the language, and do you know where it's spoken?
Here's a recording in a mystery language.
Can you identify the language, and do you know where it's spoken?
I would guess Inuit or Greenlandic language. Seasons greetings to all.
No idea, but it made me some Sámi feeling.
Aleut? The overall sound is rather similar to Inuktitut and Iñupiaq but it doesn't sound right for either of those. On the other hand I seem to recall lots of voiced u ular fricatives, which we hear here, in written samples of Aleut in linguistic literature I've read in the past.
That should have read "uvular".
Sounds related to Arabic to me, and I thought I picked some Arabic words in there "qatl" "ist'eja" but not sure.
It's certainly Aleut and interestingly contains the Russian loan благословение (blessing) at 00.28, rather than a native word like ukud̒igaq or a̒s(s)aģutaq.
I really like the sound of this language. Parts of the recording reminded me of Greek and Nahuatl, but the overall sound is very unique, with lots of those uvular fricatives.


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BREAKING: Casey Abrams, contestant on American Idol, is back in the hospital. Abrams, as was reported earlier, had previously been taken to the hospital during the top 24, only to make it to the performance show by the skin of his teeth. Now, he has been taken back to the hospital, and will not be attending the live results show.
Apparently, the singer has stomach bleeding triggered by stress. I guess it's stressful being on such a high rated show. Last night on American Idol, Abrams sang the Joe Cocker version of "With a Little Help from my Friends" which was rated quite highly by fans.
Not since season one has a contestant missed a results show, and the one time it did happen, the contestant was sent home. Hopefully Abrams has nothing to worry about. We here at the Yak wish him a speedy recovery!


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The FAA has given approval to the Terrafugia Transition as a "roadable aircraft"; its wings fold up for driving and extend for flight. According to the Huffington Post,
"It can drive on any surface, and, thanks to its foldable wings, can transform into a personal airplane. It can fly at a speed of 115 MPH and has a 460-mile range. As the Telegraph notes, it 'requires a 1,700-foot (one-third of a mile) runway to take off and can fit in a standard garage.' The 'flying car' is expected to retail for $194,000.
As AutoBlog explains, the Transition has just received special approval from US air authorities:
'The FAA has just awarded the Terrafugia Transition an exemption which will allow the 1,440-pound car/aircraft hybrid to fly under a "light sport" designation, even though it hits the scales at a hefty 120 lbs. more than the rules allow. A light sport pilot license only requires 20 hours of seat time - far less than what a full license would demand.'"
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I am looking into the possiblility of flying into Indy to watch some games in mid March.
Taking into account traffic from the airport to the arena during rush hour and how long it takes to park the car, etc.......how long would it take to get from the Airport to Conseco Fieldhouse?
In mid-March.....would it still be snowing?
For a 7pm game.....would I have enough time to get to my seats by 6:30pm if I were to leave the airport at 5:30pm?


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Will anyone in the Utah Legislature care enough about this state's environment to resist the Orwellian cynicism of oil industry lobbyist Jeff Hartley's call for an "environmental protection defense fund"? ("Utah lawmakers look to amass anti-environmental war chest," Tribune, Nov. 20.)
Or will they all just roll over and put their paws in the air so the oil and gas industries can scratch their tummies? Without doubt this "environmental protection defense fund" that Sen. David Hinkins and his kind are reportedly putting together at Hartley's urging is the most hypocritical and twisted piece of rhetoric I have witnessed in this state's anti-environmental crusade.
The only thing the "fund" is designed to defend is the right of the oil and gas industries to do whatever they want. Its purpose is to defeat any effort by the federal government to improve the state's air quality or to protect endangered species that get in the industries' way.


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HALIFAX -- Environment Canada is warning tropical storm Arthur could bring some rough weather to Atlantic Canada this weekend.
The Canadian Hurricane Centre in Halifax says the storm is expected to intensify to hurricane strength and accelerate as it moves northeastward along the East Coast of the United States on a track that could take it across Nova Scotia.
However, the storm's course and strength remain difficult to predict, meteorologist Bob Robichaud said Wednesday.
"This far out, there's still about a 300-kilometre margin of error in the forecast track," he said. "It could be anywhere from southern, central New Brunswick all the way to offshore Nova Scotia at this point... (But) it looks like someone will get something from this storm on the weekend."
Robichaud said a trough of low pressure moving eastward from the Great Lakes is expected to have an impact on the advancing storm, which was churning out winds in excess of 100 kilometres per hour as it moved parallel to Florida's coast Wednesday.
"If we get the storm coming up right as the trough is going through, that could accentuate some of the rainfall amounts in the Maritimes," he said. "That's two weather features that we're monitoring closely."
Robichaud said the Maritime provinces can expect the storm to be at its worst on Saturday before moving into Newfoundland on Sunday. Despite the uncertainty about Arthur's path, organizers of the annual Stan Rogers Folk Festival in Canso, N.S., have cancelled the music event, which was scheduled to start Friday and continue through the weekend. There was no word on when or if the event will be rescheduled.
Meanwhile, hurricane watches have been issued for parts of North Carolina's coast, while tropical storm watches are in effect for parts of Florida and South Carolina.
American forecasters say the first named storm of the hurricane season was expected to skim North Carolina's Outer Banks on Friday -- Independence Day. The 320-kilometre string of narrow barrier islands are prone to flooding but popular for beachgoers.
Lee Nettles, executive director of the Outer Banks Visitors Bureau, said the area sees frequent storms.
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Catfish Producer Harvest Response To Production And Asymmetric Price Risk
Harvest response to production and asymmetric price risk was analyzed using an ordinary least squares model. Statistically significant responses to production-quality and output price risk were indicated. Results suggest that alternative pricing strategies designed to reduce risk may alter harvest response and decrease month to month harvest variability.
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France's new ambassador to Israel, Jean Adolphe Bourdeillette, today presented his letters of credence to President Ben-Zvi. In his statement to the President, Ambassador Bourdeillette stressed the close ties between the two countries. The envoy also noted the importance of the recently-signed Israel-French cultural agreement.
President Ben-Zvi, in his reply to Ambassador Bourdeillette, said that friendship between the two countries, which was expanding and deepening, now penetrated all fields of culture, science, economics and politics. "In a recent hour of danger, we learned by experience how valuable this friendship is and how close the cooperation was." France, which traditionally has been the defender of the freedom and rights of small countries, is now, under President de Gaulle, even more ready to fulfill this traditional task, President Ben-Zvi said.


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Summer Wind Down
It may only be July, but fall will be knocking on your door soon enough.
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In 1848 Colt produced the first of a line of small revolvers intended for the civilian market. The compact Baby Dragoon could be carried easily in a pocket or belt holster. The following year the squareback trigger guard was rounded out for the Wells Fargo Model and later Colt added a loading lever to produce the 1849 Pocket Model. These authentic reproductions are 31 Caliber and have 4" octagon barrels, blue steel frames with brass backstraps and trigger guards. They also feature 5-shot cylinders, fixed sights and one-piece walnut grip.
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Antelope Hook
Get that rustic feel without the whole killing a deer aspect (although Sarah Palin would be disappointed). I love this wall hook. I'd use it for something small like jewelry so that we could always see the piece's beauty. Very fun.
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North America led the other regions in terms of spending intentions, followed by the Asia-Pacific region, which reported an increase of two percentage points to 39%. Comparatively, spending intentions declined among respondents in Latin America (35%), Middle East/Africa (33%) and Europe (27%). The Nielsen report measures consumer confidence, major concerns and spending intentions among more than 29,000 respondents with Internet access in 58 countries.
"In the U.S., the increase in reported discretionary spending is not a rising tide affecting all ships," said James Russo, senior VP, global consumer insights, Nielsen. "Nearly four years after the official recession hit, more than three-quarters of Americans are still feeling the effects. With close to two-thirds of Americans living pay check to pay check, consumers are significantly affected by continued volatile economic factors, such as job growth, rising food and fuel prices."
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Board of Supervisors Meeting Podcast Transcript: Apr. 29, 2014
Welcome to the podcast of meeting highlights for the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors meeting on April 29, 2014.
The Board:
Adopted the
FY 2015 Budget including $3.72 billion General Fund and aReal
Estate Tax rate of $1.090 per $100 of assessed value.
Adopted a resolution for the Economic Development Authority Development
to issue revenue bonds for the not-for-profit Service Source, which
provides disability resources.
Accepted state grant funding for Safe Routes to School projects and
countywide traffic calming improvements.
Endorsed design plans for Route 7 bridge over Dulles Airport Toll Road
and Airport Access Highway project.
Approved the Consolidated Plan One-Year Action Plan for FY 2015.
- Approved the Consolidated Community Funding Pool recommendations for Fiscal Years 2015 and 2016
The board also held public hearings on:
Participating in the Virginia Investment Pool Trust Fund in cooperation
with other jurisdictions in the commonwealth.
Conveyance of a conservation easement to the City of Falls Church for
the Tinner Hill historic site.
Proposed $10 fee increase for towing vehicles that trespass on private
or county property.
And the Board made presentations to community groups and individuals.
The Board recognized:
Congressmen Jim Moran
and Frank Wolf for their years of service.
Annandale High School Marching Band drum majors and director, Adam
Hilkert, for their accomplishments.
The Board designated:
May 11-17 as Police Week and May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial
May as Foster Care and Foster Family Recognition Month.
May 4-10 as Child Care Professionals Week.
May as Parents Who Host Lose the Most Month.
May as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month.
May 6-12 as Nurses Week.
- May as Virginia Cooperative Extension Month and recognized its 100th anniversary.
That's all for this podcast of meeting highlights for the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, thanks for listening. For more information about the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, including full meeting minutes and documents, visit the county Web site: www.fairfaxcounty.gov .This podcast is produced by the Fairfax County, VA, government.


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Moss and Jamie Hince wed in a Cotswolds village church on Friday, June 24 afternoon, before retreating to the model's GBP2 million mansion for three-day celebration.
Kate Moss may be having the biggest day of her life but she has made some people angry with it. The supermodel married rocker Jamie Hince in Cotswolds village of Southrop, hiring police officers to block the roads to St Peter's parish church and the supermodel's property where the party was held.
Some locals who are used to quiet and smooth traffic were disgruntled when they had to make turns to reach their destination. "Why can't she have got married somewhere else? I only live up behind that big tree and I can't imagine ever actually getting there. And I'm sick of being told what to do by all these men," said Judy Millard as quoted by Guardian.
Another local who refused to be named said, "It's disgraceful. All this fuss for a model. We hardly ever see a copper down here and today you can't move for them. All for a celebrity and a rock star. Shouldn't these police be out catching criminals rather than standing around in the sun and chatting to journalists?"
A document from Gloucestershire county council, which Daily Mail acquired, reveals that the main road through the small town was blocked for almost 700 meters, with police redirecting traffic. "The council is satisfied the use of the road and public paths should be prohibited for the purpose of facilitating the holding of a relevant event, namely to reduce the disruption to traffic as a result of a private family celebration," the notice said.
Moss' nuptials was attended by her celebrity friends such as Naomi Campbell, Anna Wintour, Jude Law, Jade Jagger and Bobby Gillespie. Some of them stayed at Swan Inn and would remain in the village throughout the weekend for the celebrations.
Moss has hired The Dorchester and Ritz Paris hotels to cater the parties and reportedly asked friends Iggy Pop, Snoop Dogg, Beth Ditto and Carl Barat to provide the entertainment. The couple spent around GBP500,000 for the three-day fiesta which is dubbed "Moss-stock".
The bride herself was wearing a wedding gown full of rhinestones from John Galliano. Christian Louboutin designed a special pair of wedding shoes that include a blue insole as Kate's "something blue". She wore loose waves and vintage veil, ditching her signature cat-eye make-up for more natural look.
Her daughter Lila from previous marriage was present as one of the flower girls along with pal Sadie Frost's daughter. Hince gave the honor of "best woman" to The Kills bandmate Allison Mosshart.


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From the hundreds of holiday properties available, how do you choose a good one to make your holiday go with a swing?
The answer lies with StayBlackpool, whose website offers you a sure fire way of making sure that the accommodation which you choose is exactly what you expect.
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You'll find something for all tastes and all budgets on the StayBlackpool website, from the north of town where the seafront rises to the Illuminations Tableaux to the south and the Big Dips at the Pleasure Beach.
From the minimum entry level of One Star, right through to the prestigious Five Star Gold.
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Whether you want to be pampered and waited on, or cook your own breakfast in self-catering, the StayBlackpool website can provide a suitable holiday for you!
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ALL the members of StayBlackpool provide holiday accommodation which is rated with Visit Britain or the AA – two national quality schemes.
They're all listed on the StayBlackpool website where you can also book quickly and securely online.
You'll find special offers direct from individual businesses, links to travel insurance should you need it, information about the area and what's on and you can book tickets for attractions including the Zoo, Pleasure Beach, Madame Tussauds, the Tower and more.
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Each provider will have a minimum of one star rating with either the AA or Visit Britain, you will see signs displayed at the front door and on their literature which include logos like these:
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Where you see the StayBlackpool sign, you have the comfort of knowing that should things go wrong you aren't on your own.
StayBlackpool are there for you should you have any issues with your accommodation, as a first port of call to resolve the matter quickly and efficiently. And if things still aren't what you expected, you can ask for assistance from Visit Britain or the AA.
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Booking with a StayBlackpool registered business gives you the assurance of knowing that you have chosen a quality provider. It's an old and well established group which has seen it all over the years!
It was originally formed in 1898 with North and South sections which then amalgamated in 1945. The present name of StayBlackpool came about in 2007 when the Blackpool Guesthouse Association merged with the Blackpool Premier Hotels Association.
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As a membership organisation, StayBlackpool works hard to help its member businesses. It provides a strong voice for the sector through the Chair who is always on hand to offer comment to the media and represent the holiday providers of Blackpool.
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StayBlackpool is also a source of information to businesses in the tourism sector – for example planning information is received and passed on to businesses who may be affected, trade events and visits are organised to local attractions so that hoteliers can offer better knowledge to their clients, and of course the website and regular newsletter provide current news on a host of subjects.
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From the hundreds of holiday properties available in Blackpool, how do you choose a good one to make your holiday go with a swing?
The answer lies with StayBlackpool, whose website offers you a sure fire way of making sure that the accommodation which you choose is exactly what you expect.
Accommodation of all types, shapes and sizes - from B&B's and Guesthouses to five star luxury - you'll find it all. Read on for more information below.
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Stay Blackpool are delighted to tell you that they sponsored the website all about the Blackpool Illuminations
The website www.theBlackpoolilluminations.info is published by local design company The Rabbit Patch, and sponsored by StayBlackpool.
It's designed to support the Friends of Blackpool Illuminations' campaign to raise funds to support the famous display.
StayBlackpool President, Claire Smith, said: "Blackpool Illuminations are unique and the main reason why people visit the resort each autumn, extending our year significantly and giving Blackpool such a great atmosphere.
"We can't repeat this message too often - it's a pleasure to be able to support an engaging website of this quality from its inception, which will shout the message out to visitors and residents that Blackpool offers a unique experience for everyone."
And website designer, Jane Littlewood, from The Rabbit Patch added: "I'm an ambassador with the Friends of Blackpool Illuminations and we wanted to play our part in supporting the Illuminations which provide so much benefit to businesses all over the Fylde Coast."
The Blackpool Experience App has been developed by Black Ridge Technologies Ltd, with sponsorship from StayBlackpool, who have both worked with the Blackpool Illuminations and Friends of the Illuminations to bring it to life.
Hover your phone or tablet over the markers along the prom, to see 3D images pop out of the device, to sing, dance and talk to you! The app brings the Lights to life, and adds another dimension for the twenty first century!
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A percentage of sales will be donated both to the Blackpool Illuminations (to invest in making the lights even better next year) and also the NSPCC's 'Turning the Tide for Children' project in Blackpool.
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Mooky is famous for entertaining the crowds but he likes to spend his spare time on the golf course. He took to the green at Poulton-Le-Fylde Golf Club in his usual attire as he gets ready to follow The Open, which this year is being held at Royal Birkdale in Southport. Take a look...
Blackpool's Carnival is back this year, thanks to Lottery funding and community organisers, it's on 23 July - save the date!
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It's Thursday night... you know what that means, only one more day until the weekend! This Friday and Saturday nights in The Blackpool Tower Eye our sky high sessions will be on from 6PM with live music and 241 cocktails - who's coming?!
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Taylor Swift is DATING Harry Styles of One Direction? Proof!
Below--Eyewitnesses Say Taylor Swift is DATING Harry Styles.
Here are the SCOOPS about Taylor Swift and Harry Styles:
1. According to eyewitnesses, Harry sat with Taylor's mother in the audience to watch the songstress do her soundcheck.
A source told E! News, "Harry is there with her now. She is doing rehearsals this afternoon. And he is in her group.
"He watched her onstage going through her performance. He was sitting with her mom and the rest of her entourage."
2. The X Factor USA co-host Mario Lopez also disclosed he saw Taylor and Harry "walking hand-in-hand" backstage.
On his 104.3 MY FM radio show, he told the listeners on Friday, "Taylor Swift was the special guest performer, and (here's) a little inside scoop for you.
"During rehearsals, Harry from One Direction came and slapped me on the back, and said, "Hey, Mario, how ya doing?" And I said, "What are you doing here?" And he sort of (pointed) toward Taylor."
Later, Lopez saw the pair "walking off hand in hand. So Taylor Swift and Harry from One Direction - you heard it here first. (They're) officially hanging out, I can say that much."
3. The official X Factor USA Twitter page posted something about the couple saying, "Together in the lunch line (Cheeseburgers) laughing & smiling was @Harry_Styles & @taylorswift13! :) #internationalpoproyalty."
4. Another eyewitness revealed, "After she finished, he went up to the stage. They were joking and laughing. He picked her up and threw her over his shoulder and carried her off." Wow!
So, what do you think?
Are they dating?
Taylor Swift is DATING Harry Styles of One Direction?


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Want to get more of your blog readers to share your blog posts on Twitter? The good news is that it's easier than you think, and doesn't require a code-bloated plugin.
In fact, there's a way to get your blog readers to tweet out exactly what you want them to — not just the title of your blog post and a URL. You can add hashtags, your Twitter handle — anything you want.
The answer isn't the floating social share bar you see on the the sidebars of just about every blog out there (which is still good to have, and you can get at the AddThis website).
Nor is it the social share counters that make your website load slowly.
It's via a simple section at the bottom of your blog post where you provide ready-made tweets, with a link saying "Click to tweet." Upon clicking this link, Twitter spins up a tweet using your copy, and the user can customize the text if she'd like and then tweet it out to the world.
Still not convinced this really works? The proof is in the numbers. This screenshot above was taken from my most recent HubSpot blog post. I usually get in the range of 300-500 tweets for each post I publish to the HubSpot blog. This recent post got more than 1.3K tweets within two days. The only major difference was that I added these "Click to tweet" calls-to-action at the bottom of the post. I also find much success with these CTAs on my Diana Urban author blog, which has much less traffic than the HubSpot blog.
Here's how to create the "Click to tweet" link.
1. Shorten your blog post URL
Using a shortening service like bit.ly.
2. Write 2-3 tweets you'd like people to tweet
Make sure to include your shortened bit.ly link. Here are some things you might want to include:
- The name of the blog post, or something a little more creative — you have 140 characters to work with, not just 70, which is the best-practice length of a blog post title.
- Relevant hashtags — this way when people tweet your tweet, people who monitor these hashtags will see your content.
- Your Twitter handle — this is a great way to get more Twitter followers. If you choose to include your Twitter handle in one of your click-to-tweets, make sure to include variations that don't include your Twitter handle so your readers don't have to promote your handle if they don't want to.
- Prompts like "Please RT" — this is especially useful if you're trying to spread the word about an important cause, but use this sparingly.
Here is an example tweet (which is functional, by the way, so feel free to use it):
Click to tweet: How to Get More Readers to Share Your Blog Posts on Twitter – http://bit.ly/1fFMLtN via @DianaUrban #TwitterTip #Blogging
3. Create your click to tweet URL
Click here to go the Click to Tweet website. Here you can create a basic click-to-tweet link for free. If you want to track how many people click this link, you need to pay for the service, but it's not necessary at all.
Simply paste in your tweet and click Generate New Link.
4. Create your "Click to tweet" hyperlink
Copy the cct.ec link it spins up and use it as the URL for the "Click to tweet:" hyperlink, and make sure this link opens in a new window. As you can see, clicking http://ctt.ec/518jE will spin up a Tweet in a separate browser tab.
That's it! Just spin up a click-to-tweet link for each of your tweets, publish your posts, and watch the tweets start coming in.
Want to share this post? Here are some ready-made tweets:
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State Senate committee votes to ban smoking on college campuses
Posted: 3/19/2013
State Journal-Register: An Illinois Senate committee approved a measure Tuesday that would ban people from smoking on state-supported university and community college campuses.
The vote was 7-5, with all but one Democrat, including Sen. Andy Manar, D-Bunker Hill, voting for the measure, while Sen. John Sullivan, D-Quincy, voted against it. Read more.


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Blonde in line at IGA
posted Wednesday, December, 19th 2012, 9:02am
You: blonde with several piercings Me: pompadour and lots of tattoos You were ahead of me in line, I was with a friend, you must have thought I was dating her :P . She told me later you kept checking me out, wish I would have noticed but I was trying not to stare. Wish I would have said something.
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The Financial Times is stating that Apple will launch an in-car operating system at next weeks Geneva Motor Show with Ferrari, Volvo and Mercedes-Benz named as the initiatives first partner. The publication fails to name the rumored operating system but additional details point to Apples iOS in the Car program, which is mentioned at the end of the article as being introduced last year.
A description of the rumored system matches exactly with iOS in the Car functionality. Specifically, the report claims drivers will be granted access to Apple Maps, music, videos, Siri, voice calls, text dictation and more via the partners infotainment systems.
It should also be pointed out that Ferrari, Volvo and Mercedes-Benz were announced as partners when Apple introduced the platform at WWDC 2013. The Cupertino California company previously partnered with the three auto manufacturers as well as Nissan and Alfa Romeo in a 2005 push to integrate the iPod into car stereo systems.
For those of you who didnt know, after its unveiling, Apples new automotive initiative has remained largely under the radar. Select manufacturers have implemented Siri Eyes Free technology into their cars but none have gone as far as incorporating iOS in the Cars full suite of features.
A previous report suggested Apple executives were having trouble getting the project ready for market which would help explain the year-long period of silence. Most recently, a short video published to the Web in January shows what looks to be an iOS developer tool running an iOS 7.1 emulating piping Apple Maps to a simulated iOS in the car screen.
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All The News That's Fit To Eat - August 15
All The News That's Fit To Eat - August 15
- Although chowders usually go hand-in-hand with winter, with ripe summer veggies, they become a fantastic summer soup. - San Francisco Chronicle
- Buffalo is finally coming of age as an alternative red meat. Plus a Q&A with Top Chef's Tom Colicchio. - New York Times
- Cupcakes came into vogue a few years ago, so what makes them stay so gosh-darned hot? - Chicago Tribune
- If you're looking for a refreshingly cold summer treat, try caprese granita, an interesting twist on a favorite summer salad. - Washington Post
- Forget big Cabs and light Pinots, Priorat is the next big red. - Los Angeles Times
- Bento-style boxes are perfect for kids' lunches - apparently my mom knew what was up years ago... - Dallas Morning News
- Two chefs show us what they would pile up on top of fresh angel food cake. - Oregonian
- With hints of lemon, apple and flowers, tomatillos enliven standard summer dishes. - Houston Chronicle
- After 14 cups of espresso, a teenage waitress was rushed to the hospital due to an overdose of coffee. - The Daily Mail


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Progressive, Diversely Talented, James Beard Nominee Brings Experience from Kitchens in New York City, Nashville, Atlantic City and San Diego
La Jolla, CA — In yet another signal of its modern renaissance — starting with a $10 million renovation — the landmark La Valencia Hotel in La Jolla announces the appointment of Executive Chef Daniel Barron.
Known as a molecular gastronomy advocate, Chef Barron also has a diverse culinary background, having worked in top kitchens in New York City, Nashville and Atlantic City. Most recently Chef Barron owned and operated Evolve Cuisine Forward, an innovative pop up restaurant and catering company in San Diego. Immediately prior, he led the culinary team at Blue Point Coastal Cuisine where he was named "Chef of the Year" in the 2011 Gaslamp Quarter Association's annual Lamplighter Awards; won a "Chef of the Fest" competition in the 2011 San Diego Bay Food & Wine Festival and was named 2011's "Chef to Watch" in 944 Magazine.
"Chefs are chosen for many reasons but we made this decision for the most important one to our guests and the hotel's legacy," explains Managing Director Mark Dibella. "Simply put – Daniel creates beautiful, inventive, well-influenced delicious food – his menu samplings blew us away."
According to Dibella, another key factor in the choice was the chef's wide range of culinary experience. Chef Barron will be will be tasked to create singularly unique menus for two very different restaurants as well as menus for La Sala Lounge, the hotel's banquet and event facilities and in room dining. The hotel's oceanfront Mediterranean Room and Ocean Terrace will offer a savory range of signature dishes that will celebrate the diverse flavors of the Mediterranean while using the exceptional farm-to-table resources of California. The return of Café La Rue later this year will introduce a casual coastal bistro theme to the property along with an award winning wine vault and fast paced "locals" bar. Newly refreshed patios and terraces along with sidewalk seating will compliment both restaurants. La Sala Lounge will continue to attract the leisurely cocktail crowd with inventive libations and light appetizers, live nightly entertainment and stunning ocean views.
A native of Detroit, Chef Barron explains that he fell in love with the energy, pressure and excitement of the kitchen with his first restaurant job at 13 years old and he knew it was the life for him. He attended the American Culinary Federation Apprenticeship Program at one of Americas top boutique hotels, The Townsend Hotel in Birmingham, Michigan. To compliment his artistic side, Daniel followed this apprenticeship with an Associate of Arts Degree in Business Management from Wayne State University. His culinary experience also includes chef stints at:
AnQi in Costa Mesa, CA — Chef Daniel's menu was ranked as one of the Top Ten Molecular Gastronomy Restaurants in America by Gayot.com.
La Playa Resort, Naples Florida
Trump Entertainment's Premiere Casino Restaurant an upscale steak and fresh seafood concept restaurant in Atlantic City, NJ.
Cesa, a Southern Italian Restaurant that received 3 Stars from The New York Times.
Mad Platter in Nashville, TN, where he was nominated for the prestigious James Beard Award for Best Chef/Restaurant Southeast.
"I am incredibly excited about the opportunity to join the team leading the renaissance at the La Valencia Hotel," explains Chef Barron. "There is so much history and beauty here. The projects that we will be working in the upcoming months will pay tribute to that history and I look forward to creating a little history of our own. And I am overjoyed that I am able to stay in the beautiful city of San Diego, I look forward to continue to find ways to give back to the city I now call home."
Chef Barron's charitable work includes helping establish Windows of Hope Family Relief Fund raising over $ 23 million for the families of restaurant workers in the World Trade Center following 9/11. Chef Barron donates his time in the San Diego area to such as the Liver Foundation's "Flavors" culinary gala and the Alzheimer's Association "Our Bright Future Gala. In addition, Chef Daniel regularly hosts foodie events for charity and donates proceeds from specialty "menus with meaning" to philanthropic organizations such as the Make-a-Wish Foundation, Susan G. Komen for the Cure and local homeless shelters.
La Valencia Hotel or La V is comprised of 112 accommodations which include 16 circa 2000 villas along with a unique collection of suites and guestrooms housed in the 1909 West Wing and the main 1926/1928 tower building overlooking Ellen Browning Scripps Park and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. Dining options include the signature Mediterranean Room and Ocean Terrace adjoining the La Sala Lounge and Café La Rue (debuting Q-3, 2013). Ocean view banquet rooms accommodate 10 to 175 guests and the property includes terraced gardens, heated pool & spa, fitness room and business center. La V is located in the center of the Village of La Jolla and steps away to premier retail and dining. Renowned leisure destinations are minutes away and include the La Jolla Cove, Torrey Pines State Park, Scripps Ocean Institute, the Birch Aquarium as well as UCSD / La Jolla Playhouse and the La Jolla Museum of Contemporary Art.
La Valencia is owned and managed by Pacifica Host Hotels, a division of Pacifica Companies. On-going property enhancements include the completion of all guestrooms renovations this past April and currently in process is the renovation of Café LaRue and new enhanced entry courtyard. Future plans will include new 10th floor guest suites the addition of a signature spa in the final phase.


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Janitorial Service Social Audit (July 2014)
- Joint Press Statement by SJC and NU
- Social Audit Report
- Social Audit Map
- Common Claims by the City of Cape Town
- Timeline
Between 14 and 19 July 2014 the Social Justice Coalition (SJC), Ndifuna Ukwazi (NU), residents of Khayelitsha, and partners from around the country, came together to hold government accountable for one of the most basic services affecting the lives of informal settlement residents.
We undertook a week-long social audit on the janitorial service for communal flush toilets in four informal settlements in Khayelitsha. This culminated in a public hearing where community members asked their elected leaders the question – Why is a highly funded service that could have a major positive impact on people's lives not being fully delivered?
Short Version (left) Long Version (right)
Click here for all the social audit photos.
Data Spreadsheets (excel)
- Download all spreadsheets here (zip)
- Janitorial Service Social Audit - Janitors Questionnaire
- Janitorial Service Social Audit - Physical Verification
- Janitorial Service Social Audit - Resident Questionnaire
Supporting Documents
- Cllr Sonnenberg Letter - July 2014
- Cllr Sonnenberg Letter Nov 2013 on the PID
- CoCT Personal Protective Equipment Policy
- EPWP Code of Good Conduct
- EPWP Janitors employed in informal settlements across the City excluding Khayelitsha
- Expenditure_ Minor Tools , Equipment & Other for EPWP workers (January 2013 - June 2014)
- Expenditure_ PPE for EPWP workers
- Janitorial Services System Procedures Final.
- Expenditure_ Cleaning Aids (Chemicals, Detergents, etc.) for EPWP workers
- Janitors employed in Khayeltisha informal settlements
- Ministerial Determination 4 Expanded Works Programmes 4 May 2012
- SJC Letter to EHO, request for information re sanitation facilities in Khayeltisha, 10 June 2014 (1)
- SJC letter to CoCT Janitorial Service.doc
- IBP endorsement of Social Audit (21Sep14)
- SJC endorsement MKSS final
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JUDY WOODRUFF: With the prospect of the government hitting its debt limit looming, investors over the past two weeks have sold off billions of dollars worth of U.S. Treasury bills.
For a look at the dynamics behind the sell-off and what the potential effect on the larger economy could be, Paul Solman visited one of the country's largest bond trading companies. It's part of Paul's ongoing reporting Making Sense of financial news.
JAY CARNEY, White House Press Secretary: Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen.
PAUL SOLMAN: The administration's latest warning today about the danger of debt default from spokesman Jay Carney.
JAY CARNEY: That has tremendous negative consequences for our economy, not all of which are knowable, beyond the fact that we know they're bad.
PAUL SOLMAN: Yesterday, the president himself sounded a more specific alarm.
PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA: Defaulting would have a potentially devastating effect on our economy, sending interest rates shooting up.
PAUL SOLMAN: And hobbling the economy.
That's been the warning each time America has neared debt default in the past few years, that mortgages would soar, consumers and businesses be unable to borrow, the government forced to pay untold extra billions to borrow more money, if and when it can, plunging us deeper into debt.
So are the interest rates the U.S. Treasury has to pay to borrow money going up? This morning, we went to one of the world's largest dealers in treasuries, RBS in Stamford, Connecticut, to find out. And at first, the news wasn't good.
MICHELLE GIRARD, RBS: So, you guys, see, the House is saying this is going to be dead on arrival.
PAUL SOLMAN: Michelle Girard, chief market economist at RBS, alerting traders.
But next desk over, John Briggs, who advises clients on interest rates, said, not to worry.
JOHN BRIGGS, RBS: The bond market so far hasn't shown a lot of concern about debt ceiling.
PAUL SOLMAN: So, what has the interest rate on U.S. debt, on U.S. Treasury bond been in the last, I don't know, couple of weeks?
JOHN BRIGGS: So they fell from 3 percent to about 2.7 percent, which is a fairly modest decline.
PAUL SOLMAN: But that is still a decline, when the president is saying, oh, my goodness, if this happens, interest rates will shoot up.
JOHN BRIGGS: Correct.
PAUL SOLMAN: So what's going on?
MIT economist Simon Johnson tried to explain it to us.
SIMON JOHNSON, Peter G. Peterson Institute for International Economics: We have a very strange relationship with the world economy. When we scare people a lot, what they want to do, investors, is find something that's safe. The safest asset they can find is U.S. Treasury debt.
PAUL SOLMAN: But how could anything be riskier than a bond that the issuer says we're not going to pay, we will default?
SIMON JOHNSON: In the U.S., we have a long history of politicians saying many things that turn out not to be entirely accurate.
This is a game that they're playing. Will they, politicians, ultimately, the political system ultimately lead us to a point in which we default on those debts? Probably not. Will there be chaos along the way and damage to the economy? Yes.
PAUL SOLMAN: And, yes, damage to the economy was spooking not bonds, but the stock market this morning, said economist Girard.
MICHELLE GIRARD: Because, if the U.S. were to get into a situation where we were facing default, the economic consequences would be significant. We're talking very severe recession. Now that's an unlikely scenario. But that's exactly the kind of thing that rattles the stock market.
PAUL SOLMAN: And so stocks, after rallying for days, were down this morning. But are bond investors totally impervious to what's going on in D.C.? Not totally, said John Briggs.
JOHN BRIGGS: So there's a very short-term government security, a Treasury bill that matures on October 24.
PAUL SOLMAN: And that's this chart over here?
JOHN BRIGGS: Correct. It almost got down to almost zero. This is the government shutdown. And you can see that the closer we got to the debt ceiling and potential default, the more investors would demand in order to hold that security, because that is right in that window where, if we run out of cash, this is the first security that will not pay.
PAUL SOLMAN: Got it. And so that's a huge jump, from zero to — what is that?
JOHN BRIGGS: Point-five percent, half-a-percent.
PAUL SOLMAN: And so this three-month Treasury bill, coming due in a week, is what bond market watchers are monitoring most closely right now.
And what's happened to it since? I see, red means it's falling, right?
JOHN BRIGGS: That reflects increased confidence that a deal is going to get done. We had news over the weekend that Reid and McConnell thought a deal would be coming possibly today. So we started to fall down into basically essentially 20 basis points from 50 a few days ago. But now we're rising again today, because the House Republicans seem to be saying they will shoot down this latest Senate bill.
PAUL SOLMAN: But, as it turns out, rising only slightly, to 22 basis points. It doesn't look like the bond market is terribly scared at the moment either.
JOHN BRIGGS: Not terribly scared, but as we get closer, if we do not have a deal, I would still expect yields to move back up.
PAUL SOLMAN: And, as of the bond market's close today, they had, the interest rate on the Oct. 24 T-bill back up near half-a-percent, 45 basis points, which may not sound like much, but signals that at least temporary default is a lot more of a risk than it was thought to be over the weekend.


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May 26, 2013 - Anne Bronwyn, RivertonEditor:
I have heard that there is not going to be any ceremony for Memorial Day this year at the old Odd Fellows Cemetery down on Riverview Road in Riverton. This is the second year in a row they won't have anything there, if my memory serves.
This was one of the best parts of Memorial Day in the Fremont County area. The people who fixed up that old cemetery did such a nice job on it.
Also, there is so much history there. It was Riverton's first cemetery, and there is a Civil War soldier's grave in one corner of that cemetery. IR00;think it is the only one in Fremont County.
I will have fond memories of the patriotic ceremony there over the years it took place. This Memorial Day, let us not forget the Americans who rest there.
I want to thank the volunteers who improved the Odd Fellows Cemetery and for the ceremony they put on there for as long as they were able.
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|Longwood Gardens
Longwood Gardens is one of the world's great gardens is nestled in the Brandywine Valley, right here in Kennett Square and just minutes away from our downtown. With over a thousand acres of meticulously cared for gardens, meadows and woodlands, a grand Conservatory filled with horticultural artistry, and year-round cultural entertainment, the experience will be one to remember. Longwood Gardens is open every day of the year. Check their website for hours and special events. 610-388-1000.
|Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery
700 Folly Hill Road
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Open for wine tasting year-round:Friday 12-8pm, Saturday 12-8pm and Sunday 12-7pm
Live music, art shows, award winning local dry wines, local cheeses and homemade bread available, or bring your own food to enjoy on the deck overlooking the vineyard, or in the artistically designed tasting room blending nature, science and art just behind Longwood Gardens.
|Kennett Design
117 West State Street
Kennett Square, PA 19348
Kennett Design is a "Social Art Studio" offering 2 or 3 hour painting "Events" with step-by-step instruction by a local artist. Our events are intended as a social event for the non-artist and include the option to "Bring Your Own Bottle" and appetizer.
Participants can attend individually, with friends or family, or host a private event. The event is suited for all age groups and all levels of artists—from those that never held a paint brush before to art enthusiasts looking for a studio environment to relax and create. All art supplies are provided.
Kennett Design is open Tuesday through Sunday with day and evening events. Interested clients can visit www.kennett-design.com. Everyone leaves with their own personal masterpiece! Come and experience a new form of entertainment – "Social Art!"
|Kennett Underground Railroad Center
PO Box 202
Kennett Square, Pa. 19348
(484) 544-5070
Scheduled on designated Sundays in spring and summer, our 20-passenger bus takes you on a one and a half hour narrated tour. Kennett Underground Railroad Tours cost $20 adult, $15 child. Reservations are necessary; call 484-544-5070. Private tours are available any time of year. Please visit our website for information.
|Market at Liberty Place
148 W. State Street
Kennett Square, PA 19348
(610) 925-3411
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The Market at Liberty Place is a 10,000 square foot space home to an exciting mix of merchants selling freshly prepared foods, produce, and other retail goods. It is also designed to serve as a gathering place for members of the Kennett Square business community. In our busy and progressive neighborhood, The Market plays many different roles in the lives of people in Kennett Square and the surrounding communities.
|Paradocx Vineyard
The Market at Liberty Place
148 West State Street
Kennett Square, PA 19348Website
Uncork, relax, unwind. Enjoy unique wines made from homegrown grapes paired with cheese, crackers, and chocolate! Wine and cider by the glass, bottles, and wine accessories.
|Taste Kennett Food Tours
Taste Kennett Food tours offers three-hour culinary walking tours of downtown Kennett Square. On your guided tour, you will visit six local restaurants and two winery tasting rooms, and enjoy samples at each location. Savor, stroll and smile as you chat with chefs, enjoy cooking demonstrations, and learn why Kennett Square is the Mushroom Capital of the World. Tours offered on Sunday afternoons at 1pm. Visit www.tastekennett.com for more information and to purchase tickets.
|The Woodlands at Phillips
1020 Kaolin Road
Kennett Square, PA 19348
The Woodlands at Phillips is located in Kennett Square, The Mushroom Capital of the World. The store is in the original Phillips family home built in 1828, restored with respect to its nineteenth century splendor. It is now an inviting retail location for customers to stop in and purchase fresh Phillips mushrooms, gourmet mushroom products, gifts, attend a cooking class or simply say hello to the family. Mushroom information can be found in our free pamphlets or books that are available for purchase. Free year round mushroom growing exhibit. Visitors can also gain insight by watching a video that shows mushrooms growing. The store is open Monday – Friday 10-4 and Sat 10-3.
8822 Gap Newport Pike (Rt 41)
Avondale, PA 19311
Fridays: Noon to 5:30 (Last service at 5 pm)
Saturdays & Sundays: Noon to 6 pm (Last service at 5:30 pm)
"Vietri is clearly something of an iconoclast… He grows more than 30 varieties of largely Italian grapes for signature blends… He makes no sweet, inexpensive starter wines. He doesn't do self–promotional competitions. And his "dream" is to see his wines on BYO tables at authentic Mexican taquerias in nearby Kennett Square."
— Craig LaBan, Restaurant Critic, Philadelphia Inquirer
|Historic Kennett Square Walking Tour
The Kennett Walking Tour is located in the Kennett Square Historic District just 2 miles south of Rt. 52 on Baltimore Pike in southeastern Pennsylvania's beautiful Brandywine Valley.
|The Brandywine Valley Wine Trail
The Brandywine Valley Wine Trail is located in the heart of one of America's most historic valleys. Here in the rolling hills and countryside of Southern Chester County, explore the six family operated vineyards and wineries, each diverse in size and styles, who are gaining national recognition as the creators of distinctive wines from the unique terroire of the Brandywine Valley District. Historic Kennett Square puts you dead center of the Wine Trail. Info on the wines, tasting hours, maps, events, special passports for those staying in local lodging, and more can be found at www.bvwinetrail.com.
|Brandywine River Museum
On the banks of the Brandywine River in Chadds Ford, the museum houses the premier collection of three generations of the Wyeth family, as well as works by Howard Pyle and other important American illustrators.
The museum offers the visitor the opportunity to relax and enjoy the river setting while touring the gallery (allow 1.5 hours). From April to November a tour of N.C. Wyeth's studio and home take are an optional extra (allow one hour). Hours of operation are 9:30 am – 4:30 pm daily, closed Christmas Day. 610-388 2700.
|American Helicopter Museum
This fascinating museum's growing exhibitions and collections include over 35 helicopters, autogiros and converti planes, eight of which are fully accessible for hands-on experiences. The Museum is located in West Chester, PA next to QVC.
|Brandywine Battlefield
See artifacts that bring life to the Battle of Brandywine, times in which it was fought, people, Washington's Headquarters, and Lafayette's Quarters. Site includes museum. Also do the Driving Tour. Allow two or more hours.
|Chadds Ford Historical Society
Located on Rt. 100, the Chadds Ford Historical Society focus is colonial life in 18th Century Chadds Ford; it maintains two historic houses (John Chads House and Barns-Brinton House) and hosts many events.
|Chaddsford Winery
An 18th Century barn houses an award winning wine making facility in a charming country atmosphere. Tastings, tours, sales, festivals, special events and concerts make this a delightful stop.
Chester County Historical Society
225 N. High Street, West Chester, PA 19380-2691 Phone: 610. 692.4800. See web site for directions, hours, exhibits, etc
|The Creamery of Kennett Square
401 Birch Street
Kennett Square, PA
Delaware Art Museum
Wilmington's Delaware Art Museum has the foremost collection of Pre-Raphaelite collection in America. The all new museum reopens June, 2005.
|Delaware Natural History Museum
Discover the wonders of the natural world through changing exhibits, an interactive discovery room and special events. Exhibit Highlights include the largest bird egg collection in the World, a view of extinct and vanishing birds and, a spectacular array of seashell.
|Herrs Snack Factory Tour
Truly the yummiest tour in town! See how all your favorite snacks are made. Taste warm, fresh potato chips right of the production line. Free tours take approximately one hour and reservations are recommended. Herrs is located in Nottingham, PA just off RT. 1.
|Mushroom Cap 13.1
Rolling hills, horse farms, turn of the century barns – join us as we run through and celebrate historic Chester County. Whether you're looking to run, to volunteer, or to participate for charity, we'd love for you to join us in October. Sign up today and be part of the Victory KSQ Mushroom Cap 13.1
|Nemours Mansion & Gardens
300-acre country estate,built by A. I. du Pont between 1909-1910, contains 102 rooms, and is a fine example of a modified Louis XVI French chateau. Tours take about two hours. Reservations are required. Open 5/1 – 11/30. Admission charged, -651-6912.
Winterthur, An American Country Estate
Henry Francis du Pont's world renowned collection of early American antiques (1640-1860), displayed in 175 rooms of his country home Admission charged; open daily 10 am – 5 pm; -888-4600.
|QVC Studio Tour
Take the QVC Studio Tour to learn more about QVC's growth into a prominent electronic retailer. Tours are available 7 days a week at QVC Studio Park in West Chester, PA. Reservations not necessary. Admission charged. Be a part of the studio audience for a live broadcast!
|The Auburn Heights Preserve
Experience the turn of the 20th century through the magic of steam locomotion. Step over to the station and board our 1/8 size live steam railway for a round trip on The Auburn Valley Railroad. Hop aboard the "First Bus" in Delaware — A Stanley Mountain Wagon — or take a spin around the estate in a fully restored 1915 Model 820 Mountain Wagon.
|Wilmington Blue Rocks
Minor League Baseball in Frawley Stadium on the Riverfront.