Biologists sequence Hydra genomeSunday, March 14, 2010 @ 1:06PMUC Irvine researchers have played a leading role in the genome sequencing of Hydra, a freshwater polyp that has been a staple of biological research for 300 years.
Jean's Journey: Accident can't stop trooperSunday, March 14, 2010 @ 4:56AMOn her first vacation in 10 years, a severely injured Pennsylvania State Police trooper found herself being detained in Mexico by authorities investigating a fatal crash.
Older-adult programs big at Ecke Family YMCASunday, March 14, 2010 @ 3:20AMEncinitas resident Elly Miller, who will turn 80 this month, can do a handstand against the wall. She credits the Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA for helping her achieve this level of physical fitness.
Shore thingSunday, March 14, 2010 @ 1:18AMIf the gurus at Pantone have anything to do with it, the coming months will bring dreams of tropical waters and lush Caribbean backdrops.
The hidden Puerto RicoSunday, March 14, 2010 @ 1:12AM3 towns on the western side deserve a visit.
Coming up today on news-press.comSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 9:41AMSeveral events are taking place around Southwest Florida today, and news-press.com will be there to bring you the latest news, photos and video.
Seaside’s Green Day: Experience St. Patty’s Day on 30A — and beyondSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 9:36AMThe town of Seaside is turning on the green March 17 as it embraces and celebrates all things Irish. Event producer Adam Shiland is bringing in two stellar teams of performers to captivate and enthrall audiences during the town’s second annual...
Three file for county commission positionSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:50AMGOLD BEACH – Three candidates had filed for an open position on the Curry County Board of Commissioners, and one for county surveyor, when filing for the May 18 primary election ended on Tuesday. Former County Commissioner Lucie La Bonté of Gold Beach, David Brock Smith of Port Orford, and David Itzen of Brookings are candidates for Commission Position No. 1, currently held by Georgia Nowlin ...
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Her Sundays are for researchSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 7:30AMElena Sotomayor uses her Sunday errands as a time to do research for her job as senior vice president of sales and marketing for Cardenas Marketing Network, a multicultural event marketing agency. Elena Sotomayor uses her Sunday errands as a time to do research for her job as senior vice president of sales and marketing for Cardenas Marketing Network, a multicultural event marketing agency.
Challenges stacking up in effort to keep Del. tidySaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 2:56AMDelaware has no statewide littering awareness campaign, and some say that's why many people continue to trash the First State.
On the town: Dalí Museum dinner, Abilities Wine Tasting, moreSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 2:31AM03.06.10More than once, guests at the annual Salvador Dal Museum dinner used the word "bittersweet" to describe the evening, presumably the last time patrons will be able to dine in the galleries of the current structure that houses the artist's works. The new Dal museum building is expected to open in January.
He lived a full life from his wheelchairSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 12:01AMJarrold Wester got more out of life than many people do and didit all from the seat of his wheelchair.
A life of many firstsFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 12:15PMFormer Port Lavaca Mayor Tiney Browning, right, is pictured with the late Ann Richards, who served as governor of Texas from 1991-95. Browning was the first female elected to the Port Lavaca City Council, and was also the town’s first female mayor.
Featured Events: Things 2 DoFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:27AMBe among the first to know about what's going on this weekend in Southwest Florida.
Featured Events: Things 2 DoFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 11:25AMBe among the first to know about what's going on this weekend in Southwest Florida. Saturday, March 13th 9:30 a.m. - 17th Annual Flag Raising at the Dock Restaurant, Crayton Cover Historic program honors veterans, features color guards.
Bulgarian Tourism Optimistic about German MarketFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 10:35AMBulgaria's Deputy Minister of Economy, Energy and Tourism, Ivo Marinov, traveled to Germany Friday to present Bulgaria as a year-round tourist destination at the International Travel Trade Show, ITB.
Port of LA construction crews test new hybrid excavatorsFriday, March 12, 2010 @ 10:20AMConstruction crews at the Port of Los Angeles are testing a new hybrid hydraulic excavator that emits fewer diesel fumes, officials announced Thursday.
Notebook: Barbs stick to strategy in regional winWednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:23AMDeKalb boys’ basketball coach Dave Rohlman has a strategy: stay focused, relax when you shoot and play tough defense. The Barbs needed all three factors in their 50-47 win over Kaneland to capture the IHSA Maple Park Regional last Friday night.
Aggies Spend Spring Break Learning And Serving OthersWednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:56AMSeveral groups of Aggies - known for having a strong tradition of community service - will pay their own way to travel to various places around the country next week and volunteer their services to those in need by participating in Texas A&M University's "Alternative Spring Break."
We've given up on spaceWednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:25AMTell that to my 5-year-old daughter, writes Peter Salgo. We need to save manned space exploration for the next generation.
Ayn Rand, Chapman University and Serial Killer LoveWednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:17AMThe Winter 2010 edition of Chapman Now, "a special publication of Chapman Magazine," includes a piece titled "Newest Bust Honors Ayn Rand."For those unfamiliar with the layout of the priva...
Port of NY/NJ to Dump Dirty Diesel Trucks in Favor of Cleaner VehiclesWednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:45AMELIZABETH, N.J. (March 10, 2010) – The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and the Environmental Protection Agency today announced they will phase out the oldest, dirtiest diesel trucks servicing port facilities by January 1, 2011 – replacing them with cleaner vehicles that will dramatically improve the air quality in surrounding communities, according to the Natural Resources Defense ...
Village seeks grant for work-force housing projectWednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:09AMSARANAC LAKE - The village will apply for a $400,000 state grant on behalf of the Adirondack Housing Development Corporation, which plans to use the money to purchase and convert the former Paul Smith's College dormitory on Church Street into 12 units of work-force and market-rate housing.
Statement From Amy Goldsmith, Executive Director of the New Jersey Environmental Federation on Behalf of the Coalition ...Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:00AMNEW YORK and NEWARK, N.J., March 10 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced a truck ban effective January 1st, 2011. The first phase of the ban will remove all pre-1994 trucks - the oldest and most polluting diesel rigs – from our region's ports. The following is a statement by Amy Goldsmith, as Chair of the Coalition for Healthy Ports and ...
Charter reviewers have common goalWednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 8:13AMFive diverse members of the newly established Lake Wales Charter Review Committee started work this week with a common goal. Committee members said they hope to accurately reflect public opinion and recommend changes to the city charter.
Spring singsSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 11:37PMThe return of birds and birdsong are one of spring's most welcome signs. This year, retailers are acknowledging this with pretty avian motifs on all sorts of home decor.
Rogers still doing it his waySaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:53PMHad it not been for his stomach for risk, a chance meeting in a Texas hotel lobby and a popular comic strip, cable tycoon Ted Rogers might have sailed right past the chance to build the country's biggest wireless company, now the cornerstone of his mighty empire.
Right at Home: Bird motifs, soft tones are what’s new for springSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:09PMPublished: Saturday, March 6, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. Last Modified: Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 11:29 a.m. The return of birds and birdsong are one of spring’s most welcome signs. This year, retailers are acknowledging this with pretty avian motifs on all sorts of home decor.
State Dem. leaders in town Saturday for fundraiserSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:02PMDemocrats have been the subject of public bruising lately, as all sorts of criticisms are lobbed their way: They haven’t fixed the economy. They haven’t been effective in dealing with health care reform or climate change. They are sending the country deeper into debt.
Support for proposed destination resorts growsSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 11:50AMGOLD BEACH – So far, Curry County has not received opposition to the idea of destination resorts and a proposed ordinance governing such development. On Wednesday the Curry County Board of Commissioners heard oral testimony from four people and received written remarks from three organizations, none opposing destination resorts and the majority overwhelmingly endorsing recommendations by the ...
Baseball Team to Train With PadresSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 6:37PMFor most people, the idea of Spring Break brings to mind frolicking on the beach every day and drinking excessively each night.
New move on flood dangersSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 5:29PMA SPECIAL reference group has been established to assess Port Fairy's vulnerability to flooding and coastal erosion caused by climate change. Moyne Shire Council officers will work with the
The search for happiness: "The Geography of Bliss"Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 10:32AMEvery year Mesa County libraries chooses one book and encourages the entire community to read it together. This year the book is all about happiness. 11 News met up with the author to find out more about his book "The Geography of Bliss".
Categorized | ArchiveSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 9:36AMFormer Lt. Gov and Curb Records Chairman Mike Curb pledged $10 million to CSUN, the largest single cash donation and the largest gift from an alum to Cal State Northridge, on August 23.