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Ties between U.S., Libya are are stronger, yet strained Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 11:40PMFor the first time in nearly 40 years, a U.S. ambassador as well as American oil, gas and other businessmen are back in Libya. Yet, if the past is any indicator, the relationship will have more ups and downs — such as recent furor over the 22-year-old bombing of Pan Am Flight 103.
B.C. Pavilion lauded as business-generating site Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 10:30PMWhatever the world thinks about the Vancouver Olympics and its mini-avalanche of logistical hiccups, one local initiative is going better than anyone expected. It's the B.C. Pavilion, the province's attempt to market itself as a business destination.
Hardware-filled year for Portage’s Wiebe Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 8:29PMA bronze medal, a silver finish and a league championship have made for quite a successful year for Portage la Prairie's Scott Wiebe. "This has probably been my busiest year," said the 15-year-old multi-sport athlete.[...]
Hardware-filled year for Portage’s Wiebe Saturday, July 31, 2010 @ 8:21PMA bronze medal, a silver finish and a league championship have made for quite a successful year for Portage la Prairie's Scott Wiebe.
Artificially Controlling Water Condensation Leads To 'Room-Temperature Ice' Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 3:26PMEarth's climate is strongly influenced by the presence of particles of different shapes and origins -- in the form of dust, ice and pollutants -- that find their way into the lowest portion of the atmosphere, the troposphere. There, water adsorbed on the surface of these particles can freeze at higher temperatures than pure water droplets, triggering rain and snow.Researchers at Spain's Centre d ...
Swampscott skaters to compete in Ice Skating Institute Worlds Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 3:10PMSwampscott figure skaters Hannah Swanstrom (left), Joshua Barish (center) and Hannah Maercklein (right) prepare to compete in the Ice Skating Institute World Team Competition, before the July 26 start of the event at the New England Sports Center in Marlboro.
Veteran councillor banks on ‘fiscally responsible’ budgets Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 2:42PMAfter serving on two consecutive Prince Township councils, Coun. Ron Amadio is seeking another four-year term in the Oct. 25 municipal election.[...]
Bristol Profile: Frank Rich Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 2:41PMA ‘Rich’ athletic experience for this Bristol Borough man.
Brian Cazeneuve: Ohno still unsure about '14 Games; Finch says goodbye to softball Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 2:41PMDon't count Apolo Ohno out of the 2014 Olympics just yet. The man with eight Olympics medals, the most of any U.S. Winter Olympian in history, hasn't ruled out a return to the ranks of competitive short track speedskating. "I've been so busy since Vancouver and I haven't been on the ice since," Ohno said Monday in New York. "Tuesday was my first day on the ice. I'm taking a long break from the ...
Freeze frame Wednesday, July 28, 2010 @ 12:10PMSwan Lake will glide on to a frozen State Theatre stage, writes Lorna Edwards.
Winchester hopes to have bigger role with Sens Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 8:51PMEven with a new two-year contract in tow, Jesse Winchester knows his roster spot with the Senators isn't guaranteed.
Artificially controlling water condensation leads to 'room-temperature ice' Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 4:42PMEarth's climate is strongly influenced by the presence of particles of different shapes and origins -- in the form of dust, ice and pollutants -- that find their way into the lowest portion of the atmosphere, the troposphere. There, water adsorbed on the surface of these particles can freeze at higher temperatures than pure water droplets, triggering rain and snow.
Jets host final tryout camp Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 4:40PMThe Janesville Jets will hold their final tryout camp this Thursday through Sunday at the Janesville Family Ice Skating Center.
Janesville City Council postpones concession decision Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 4:22PMThe Janesville City Council voted Monday to postpone a decision on a new concession sales contract at the Ice Skating Center due to lingering questions regarding a new fee system.
Artificially controlling water condensation leads to 'room-temperature ice' Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 3:46PM( American Institute of Physics ) Researchers in Spain have studied the underlying mechanisms of water condensation in the troposphere and found a way to make artificial materials to control water condensation and trigger ice formation at room temperature -- all described in the Journal of Chemical Physics.
Small skater is a natural on the ice Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 11:39PMAt the South Charleston Memorial Ice Arena, amid the college boys playing hockey and the teenage girls rocking out on their skates to Rihanna, Emilee Grace Puckett stands out. She speeds along, barely looking at her feet. She spins and twirls and checks to...
Town holds line on most recreation fees Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 11:29PMHourly ice rental among few fee hikes for fall, winter season.
Rugby: Slippery Tri-Nations ground under fire Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 7:28PMMelbourne's Etihad Stadium, where the All Blacks are to meet the Wallabies in a crucial Tri-Nations fixture this weekend, could be the focus of a AFL players boycott.The concerns surround Etihad's playing surface, which has been...
Tim shows he's the new lord of the rink Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 7:24PMA RINGWOOD youngster is skating to success after being selected to represent Victoria at the 2010 Australian National Ice Hockey Championships in Brisbane next month.
Morris County Park Police to sponsor National Night Out at Mennen Sports Arena Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 6:44PMMORRIS TWP. — An annual National Night Out event sponsored by Morris County Park Police will return to the Mennen Sports Arena from 5 to 9 p.m. Aug. 3.
Tamaqua YMCA summer camp having success in its second year Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 5:15PMWhere can you go to ice skate in the summer, see the latest movies, and jump into a pool of cool water on a sweltering hot morning?
Major upgrade eyed for Skatium, could close much of 2011 Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 4:57PMA major overhaul of Skokie's popular Skatium ice rink is in the planning stages for next year and is expected to temporarily close down the facility from May 1 to Labor Day in 2011.
Toronto Maple Leafs' Defence: How Do They Stack Up? Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 2:37PMThe Maple Leafs have acquired a new defenseman...again. It's becoming a trend, doesn't it seem? The Leafs will sign or trade for another defenseman rather than focus on another forward. This time it was 28-year-old Brett Lebda and 25-year-old Danny Richmond. Lebda, who has spent his entire five season, 326-game NHL career with the Detroit Red Wings, signed a two-year, $2.9 million contract ...
Rugby: Turf at Bledisloe Cup venue Etihad Stadium questioned Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 2:31PMThe battle for the Bledisloe Cup could resume on a virtual minefield after Etihad Stadium's turf was described as potentially dangerous for the players who compete on it
Bledisloe opener to be played on testy Etihad turf Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 1:09PMEtihad Stadium's turf has been described as potentially dangerous for the players who compete on it.
Three Alaska Nanooks hockey players return from NHL prospect camps Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 3:43AMFAIRBANKS — Offseason conditioning comes with the territory when you’re a college hockey player. Three Alaska Nanooks entered a desired territory as part of their summer training — they worked wi...
Police kick off safety program with give-away Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 1:52AMANDOVER The Andover Township Police Department has given away two brand new BMX bicycles to kick off their Summer 2010 Bicycle Helmet Safety Program. During the months of July and August, members of the Police Department will be patrolling the neighborhoods looking for children riding their bicycles, skateboarding, and roller-skating. If a child is observed wearing a helmet, they will be given a ...
Magical time in the 1940s Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 1:23AMWe will travel down Memory Lane as "the class of 1945" from Union Endicott High School. We will be celebrating our 65-year class reunion as we gather at the American Legion Post 1700 in West Endicott on Saturday afternoon, Aug. 21. It will be an informal get-together from 1 p.m. until it's over.
Great-grandmother witnesses dynamics of family members in 20th-century politics Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 1:15AMELYRIA — At almost 90, Mary Keys is not your typical great-grandmother.
Mountains of fun to be had in Vail Valley Sunday, July 25, 2010 @ 12:03AMBrenden Smith, right, tests his balance skills on one of several slacklines Friday at Adventure Ridge at the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola on Vail Mountain. The slacklines are just one of many kids activities available on Vail Mountain during summer.
How appropriate: Va.'s historically hot Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 11:12PMRichmond's weather isn't just hot. It's historic. This month is on track to be the warmest July on record here.
Finding Relief from the Heat by Hitting the Ice Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 11:06PMSome people trying to keep their cool decided to do something other than hit the pool Saturday night in Wilkes-Barre.
Kids health program gets grant Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 10:57PMThe Gateways Community Services Partners in Health program was awarded a $2,500 grant, presented by Conway Arena, on Monday in support of services for children with chronic health conditions. “We are so grateful to the Conway Arena for helping us provide recreational activities to our children with chronic illnesses,” said Sandra B. Pelletier, CEO and president of Gateways. Gateways serves more ...
Schlitterbahn Voted Best Waterpark Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 12:38PMWith their cool water, shade and mix of thrilling and relaxing rides, it's no surprise that water parks have become so popular. Join us as we visit the five best in the United States, including one close to home.
Dive Into Best Waterparks In The US Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 12:24PMWith their cool water, shade and mix of thrilling and relaxing rides, it's no surprise that water parks have become so popular. Join us as we visit the five best in the United States.
Allston-Brighton sports briefs Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:32AMHere is the latest Allston-Brighton sports news.
Funding a recreational multiplex - the time to start saving is now Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 11:24AMby Brent McMillan The rink. Every small town across Canada has one. It’s where children dream of becoming the next Gretzky or Crosby or old timers reminisce about bygone days of Rocket Richard and Guy Lafleur.
Sports Briefs: AuSable Canoe Marathon Saturday Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 9:53AMGRAYLING — Following Monday’s cut-off date for entries, the Weyerhaeuser AuSable River Canoe Marathon has broken last year’s record field. “Marathon Mania” hits full steam with the 63rd running of the Canoe Marathon beginning at 9 p.m. today (Saturday) in downtown Grayling. In what is the largest nonstop canoe race in North America, the first paddlers will cross the finish line in Oscoda ...
Some retailers getting really early start on Christmas Friday, July 23, 2010 @ 8:24AM(From The Chicago Sun-Times ) Are you prepared to duck out of the 90-degree heat into a retailer's air-conditioned stores only to meet up with snowmen and ice-skating figurines?
Clarendon Hills Park District heading to referendum Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 5:39PMThe Clarendon Hills Park District will ask voters in November to approve a referendum that would allow the district to maintain its current annual debt service limit at $143,761 permanently.
Cleveland-area recreation events calendar for the week of July 21, 2010 Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 5:25PMRECREATION CALENDAR BASEBALL 10U tryouts for CVBA open travel for P.B. Baseball, World Series Champions. Call Chuck at 216-235-1173. 28 & over Adult Wood Bat Baseball League is looking for experienced pitchers. Call Mike at 440-823-6387. ACE Program will...
Opinion - Olympics taught life lessons Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 5:19PMI wish I'd had a hangover Monday morning like so many other Vancouverites, but no such luck.
‘Hero’ lived to help others Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 4:50PMAnne McNaughton Farley, 57, a Westbrook resident and head librarian at Bonny Eagle Middle School in Standish, died last week after rescuing one of her grandchildren from turbulent waters at Old Orchard Beach.
A short timeline of sporting villainy Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 4:21PMThanks to his antics in the Alps, Alberto Contador has joined a time-honoured list; not of great champions but of great sporting villains.
While Temperatures Soar, Gaylord Hotels Puts its Resorts on Ice! ™ Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 4:00PMMammoth-Sized Christmas Celebrations at Gaylord Hotels Require Hanging the Lights in July
Porter County cultural attractions tell plans to boost appeal Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 3:42PMDuring the month when county tourism is at its highest, four county entities shared their plans with the Porter County Convention, Recreation, and Visitors Commission board for increasing visitor numbers by building an experiential focus.
Review: Justin Bieber's show was good for "One Time" only Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 9:37PMThe cacophony began at the Justin Bieber concert Sunday at the two-minute countdown.
Novato inline skater glides up ranks to win national indoor title Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 7:51PMMARIN HAS its fair share of inline skaters. Many of them use skates as a mode of transportation, a method for maintaining fitness or just another way to enjoy the wonderful climate.
San Jose Sharks: Why Jamie McGinn Makes Ryane Clowe Expendable Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 7:11PMWhen the calendar still reads July, and the buzz over the early portion of NHL free agency period has come and gone, hockey writers are simply pulling teeth trying to find worthy news to post about. In fact, from Mid-July to the start of team training camps in September is probably the least exciting time period of the year for hockey fans. Even this season, with a few significant free agents ...
Lithuania: Undiscovered Eastern Europe Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 5:29PMStill off the beaten path, Lithuania is one of the three Baltic republics that gained their independence after the fall of the Soviet Union.