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Lands Trust Beach Bash Revived Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 11:53PMAfter a two-year absence, the Sippican Lands Trust is resurrecting its Open Space Beach Bash on Thursday, July 21. This year the Lands Trust is expecting between 250 and 300 folks to come out and enjoy boiled lobsters, steamers, and grilled chicken on Silvershell beach in support of the organization. Last summer, the group had cancelled the event due to the looming threat of the eastern equine ...
Mary-Alice Morey, at 83, of Natick, a teacher Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 11:14PMMary-Alice (McKinstry) Morey of Natick, a nursery school teacher and descendant of the first Pilgrim to be born...
Obituaries for Wednesday, July 20, 2011 Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 9:22PMDennis E. Bauer
Civitan Camp kicks off 50th anniversary Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 6:18PMCivitan Camp kicked off its 50th anniversary Tuesday with the beginning of adult week. The camp offers children and adults with significant disabilities a week of fun.
Feds bust 1,800 phony Canadians Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:29PMThe federal government is moving to strip 1,800 people of their Canadian citizenship after concluding they became citizens using fraudulent means, QMI Agency has learned.[...]
Bryan T. Shrader, 73 Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 5:13PMBryan T. Shrader
Cancer research company gets $100,000 from FedNor Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 4:44PMA company started by an affiliate scientist at Sudbury Regional Hospital's Regional Cancer Program has received $100,000 from FedNor to complete the development of a diagnostic tool to better manage cancer.[...]
Health unit issues heat advisory Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 4:44PMThe Sudbury & District Health Unit has issued a heat advisory for residents of Sudbury and Manitoulin districts, and is offering tips on how to beat the heat. Exposure to extreme heat can result in heat exhaustion and heat stroke, and in extreme cases, death.[...]
Victim's name released Tuesday, July 19, 2011 @ 2:59PMThe victim of a homicide in Wikwemikong has been identified by police. Matthew Jacob Shawande, 29, of the Wikwemikong First Nation was found outside a Kaboni Road residence on Sunday afternoon with obvious signs of trauma, police said.[...]
BREC program teaches water skills Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 10:47PMBy: Laura FurrPaddle Up helps disabled adults Baton Rougians drifted through Liberty Lagoon's brand new 'lazy river' Saturday at a much faster pace with the help of kayaks and canoes as a part of BREC's summer initiative Paddle Up. Around 20 participants attended the event, geared toward teach...
Wyaralong's a top visitor spot Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:49PMIF A relaxing afternoon by the water is tempting then a drive to the newly constructed Wyaralong Dam is in order.
Additional news "Education News" Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 7:28PMSaratov athletes won five medals at the European Championship in rowing and canoeing, BelTA BakuToday-VolgaInform the Ministry for Sports, Physical Culture and Tourism of the area. Competition in Europe among juniors and youth up to 23 years were held in Zagreb (Croatia).
Girls build construction skills at summer camp Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 6:07PMForget archery, canoeing and swimming activities at this weeks summer camp include building, wiring and painting. And while many of the eight girls wearing hard hats and safety glasses may never enter the construction field, they will never have to ask someone how to hammer a nail.
Sports and Recreation Bulletin Board Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 5:26PMLooking for something to do? Get involved with local sports and recreation.
Camp offers great getaway for both kids and parents Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 5:09PMSchool’s out, the kids are home and some parents may be pulling their hair out by now, wondering just what to do with their rascals so they can keep their sanity.
15 years ago, the world came to Atlanta Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 4:52PMFifteen years ago Tuesday night, all eyes were on Atlanta as the 1996 Summer Olympic Games opened. What happened to the venues since?
Additional news "Political news" Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 4:12PMJune 30 about 19:30 in the parking lot of shopping and entertainment center “Felicita”, located on the street Kollontai, there was a mass brawl from the Caucasus and Transcaucasia.
Former canal hosting rowing, canoeing events Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 4:00PMWELLAND — Many of the province's top athletes will be competing on both sides of the plug on the Welland Recreational Canal this weekend.[...]
Hudak wants sex offenders on electronic leash Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 2:59PMTim Hudak's plans to put 14,000 convicted sex offenders on an electronic leash will cost at least $51 million, the Ontario Progressive Conservative Leader said Monday. "I think its $50 million well invested to keep our kids safe," Hudak said.[...]
Alberta Indigenous Games kick off Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 6:34PMAthletes from across North America are in Edmonton this week for the first ever Alberta Indigenous Games.
Clemson kicks off summer camp sessions Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:45PMClemson University is kicking off a session of a summer camp for people with developmental disabilities.
man sought in robbery Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:44PMOn the 17th of July 2011 at approximately 1:00p.m. a twenty four year old male resident of the City of Greater Sudbury was with a twenty four year old female at a residence on Melvin Street in Sudbury.[...]
Man sought in robbery Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 5:44PMOn Sunday at 1 p.m., a 24-year-old was with a 24-year-old woman at a home on Melvin Street. The man stole the woman's wallet and fled. The victim tried to get her wallet back as he was getting away, but he punched her.[...]
Inner-city kids visit the North Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 4:32PMTwenty inner-city youth from the St. Alban's Boys and Girls Club of Toronto will experience the great outdoors in Northern Ontario at Horwood Lake Lodge, west of Timmins, from July 18-22.[...]
Hundreds of disabled beachgoers flock to Cowell Beach for special event Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 2:18PMSANTA CRUZ -- Hovering several feet above her wheelchair, Laurie Boettner watched as a winch-like device slowly lowered her into a two-person, aqua-colored canoe. After securing her inside, several people gathered on either side and quickly pushed it across a beach and into the water.
Smokin' on the Suwannee BBQ Fest. returns Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:48AMEvent is the second largest competition in Florida
Lumber River runs deep with nature lessons, fun Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 9:05AMORRUM — Kayla Preston’s Saturday was full of firsts, but there was one that got away. “I almost caught a fish, but after I started to reel it in, it fell off,” the 12-year-old said as she waited...
Summer Camp For The Disabled Ready To Begin Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 8:42AMCamp Hope begins today for people with developmental disabilities. The Clemson University Summer camp opens up at Lake Hartwell in Pendleton. Organizers say the camp is for children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Hundreds flock to 19th annual Day on the Beach at Cowell Beach Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 3:36AMSANTA CRUZ -- Hovering several feet above her wheelchair, Laurie Boettner watched as a winch-like device slowly lowered her into a two-person, aqua-colored canoe.
Kids 'bugged out' at day camp Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 3:03AMKids were "bugged out" today at the Nebraska Nature & Visitor Center after they collected bugs from traps they set out earlier this week.
Athletics 5000m gold for Buraas Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 12:48AMNorway's Sindre Buraas won gold in the men's 5000m final at the European Athletics U23 (junior) Championships in Ostrava on Saturday. Britain's Ross Millington came second.
Water woes: Boaters, swimmers scared away by low levels Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 12:01AMAs the heat rages in West Texas, many looking to escape the heat have to look elsewhere as area lakes' water continues its disappearing act.
Water woes: Low water levels bad for lake businesses Sunday, July 17, 2011 @ 12:01AMFalling water levels are discouraging people from going to area lakes despite sweltering temperatures.
Camp becomes legacy of former governor's child Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 11:59PMSTONEHAM -- The answer to the question "Where are you from?" isn't as easy as it sounds for Cavan Eccleston.
Faculty rallies to support families of fallen soldiers Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 11:34PMN.C. State faculty member and alum race to raise money for military families.
Giving kids the gift of nature is in her nature Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 11:19PMClaire Tate was immersed in nature at an early age.
A pair of unhappy campers Saturday, July 16, 2011 @ 4:09AMLovebirds going on six decades, George and Doris Patterson stand at the edge of Grand Lake where their family has cavorted each summer for 35 years.
Ski resorts Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:57PMPeople flock during the winter to Vermont's snowy peaks to ski, snowboard and enjoy other winter activities. Those peaks turn green in the summertime, but there's still plenty to do at the state's ski resorts:
Challenge Sunday Boredom at the Westport Weston Y Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 11:18PMFamilies go canoeing during the first Summer Sunday on July 10 at the Westport Weston Y.
125 years of wild spaces Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 7:41PMNo description available
Additional news "Tourism" Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 6:58PMAdygea UNESCO is ready to offer a “road map” for cooperation in the project to build world-class resort “Lagonaki.” This was BakuToday July 1, said the press service of the republic.
Family camping weekend planned Aug. 13-14 in Carver Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 3:20PMA family camping weekend will be held Aug.13-14 at the Myles Standish State Forest in Carver. The event is intended for first-time campers, but open to all.
Ribbon cut at Waterways Township Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 1:42PMDevelopers, homebuilders and Bryan County officials gathered at the WaterClub West swimming facility in WaterWays Township east of Richmond Hill Friday to cut the ribbon recognizing the first series of homes being completed in the 2,300 acre development east of Richmond Hill. The weekend celebration will continue with a Catch the Current preview party from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday. During ...
Brain-injured adults attend camp offering recreational therapy Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 1:41PMFulton County Brain Injury Support Group members attended the Illinois Brain Injury Association Camp Wilderness Endeavor held June 26 through July 2 at the Timber Pointe Outdoor Center on Lake Bloomington.
Additional news "Culture, Education" Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 10:57AMOver the past day in Novosibirsk have been five accidents in which nine people received various injuries. On July 13 this correspondent was told BakuToday the press service of the traffic police in Novosibirsk.
Leading Outdoor Gear Retailer Kicks Off Big Anniversary Sale Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 10:00AMSPOKANE, WA--(Marketwire - 07/15/11) - Mountain Gear believes that enjoying the outdoors shouldn't break the bank, and that's why they've geared up for the 28th annual Mountain Gear Anniversary Sale. You'll find irresistible prices on the outdoor gear and clothing you need to make the most of this summer and all 4 seasons. Top brands like Marmot, Outdoor Research, Black Diamond, Mountain ...
Murmansk swimmer won “gold” at the Summer Games Special Olympics Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 9:58AMOn the passing of the Greek capital Athens on 13 x World Summer Games Special Olympics had the first medal athletes in the bank of the Murmansk region, representing Russia. In swimming the 100 meters at the back of a 15-year murmanchanin Vladimir Nosov won the “silver” in the age group 12-16...
Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy reschedules Creek Sojourn for Aug. 27th Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 9:41AMThe Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy has announced that it has rescheduled the annual Perkiomen Creek Sojourn, which had been postponed from its original date. It is now scheduled for August 27, 2011, from 9 am to approximately 2 pm. Participants are invited to canoe or kayak to explore the Perkiomen between Schwenksville and the Skippack Creek confluence. “The sojourn is a relaxing day on a ...
Additional news "Business, Finance" Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 9:13AMCollection of oil from a natural spring near the village organized Kantyukovka Sterlitamaksky district of Bashkortostan. From the ecological situation of the State Assembly deputies versed RB, reports July 1 reporter BakuToday .
Bike Series Returns: sportsbriefs Friday, July 15, 2011 @ 9:11AMCHARITY GOLF TOURNEY The Nottawasaga Foundation's 19th annual charity golf tournament, dinner and auction fund-raiser will be held today at the Nottawasaga Inn Resort, near Alliston. The foundation, formed in 2001, has raised more than $3.2 million.[...]