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  • Economic concerns force Canadians to postpone retirement Wednesday, January 7, 2009 @ 12:10AMHealth issues drove a lot of Canadians into retirement, while financial concerns are now putting the brakes on those plans for many, separate bank surveys released Tuesday suggest.
  • Hladek explains windmill proposal Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:45PMJEFFERSON — “Going green” and renewable energy sources seem to be trends, even among school districts.
  • Nanton RCMP welcomes new member Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:21PMThere’s a new officer at the local detachment. Const. Michelle Bergeron is now settling in as the newest addition to the Nanton RCMP detachment and is not only adjusting to a new career but a whole new landscape.
  • I hereby resolve ... community leaders share their 2009 goals Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:17PMBroken your favorite New Year’s resolution yet? Or did you make any this time around?
  • Zabel retires from 45-year county career Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:09PMIt takes time and dedication to be willing to answer the call to go to work at 2 a.m. on a snowy Iowa morning - especially for 19 out of the past 45 years. For Jerald Zabel, taking telephone calls for various road-related issues 24 hours a day was an important part of his job as the District 1 Foreman with the Webster County Road Department, a position he had held since 1990.
  • Couple Donates Piano To Senior Center Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:02PMA generous West Pasco couple and a Hudson senior center are making beautiful music together. Dr. and Mrs. Robert Hamill have donated an antique baby grand piano to the CARES Rao Musunuru, M.D., Enrichment Center in Hudson, Caryl Melancon, public relations coordinator for Community Aging and Retirement Services, explains.
  • State speeds up jobs projects - Renovations at zoo among them Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 10:49PMRALEIGH — North Carolina’s top elected officials agreed Tuesday to speed up more than $740 million in government building projects, a decision outgoing Gov. Mike Easley said will hurry the creation of more than 25,000 new jobs.
  • Your Say Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 10:27PMAt this time each year some 40,000 holiday makers visit Pambula, Merimbula, Tathra and other locations in the Bega Valley. This year is no exception. One major change to our beautiful part of the country, made during 2008, must be broadcast widely to those most welcome visitors.
  • Dellums calls police chief probe serious Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 9:52PMn Tucker accused of promoting union head in exchange for favor
  • Franklin County farmers grow cautious in face of economic downturn Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 9:51AMThe 2009 Farm Show intends to promote ways the agriculture industry is using new technologies, generating, more renewable energy and infusing the economy.
  • Exodus from South Florida increasing Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 9:09AMLike sunshine, ocean breezes and the Goodyear blimp, a steadily rising population has long been one of the dependable features of South Florida life.
  • Beacon Hill Roll Call Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 9:06AM THE HOUSE AND SENATE Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives’ and senators’ votes on two roll calls from prior legislative sessions. There were no roll call votes in the House or Senate last week.   $319,732 FOR AGRICULTURAL PROGRAMS (H 5000) House 144-7, Senate 31-4, overrode Gov. Deval Patrick’s $319,732 reduction (from $5,506,927 to $5,187,195) in funding for programs ...
  • Planning On Retiring Soon? Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 8:03AMOne of the best things that you can do in regards to retirement and financial planning is to consult an expert. It is a wise move to gather all of your paperwork regarding your assets and debts and have them assessed by a financial planner at your bank.
  • Laid off? Take care with severance cash Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 3:47AMA terrible side effect of the economic turmoil sweeping the globe is the increasing number of jobs that are being eliminated.
  • A look back at some of the year’s top sports quotes Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 3:04AMThe Pasadena-area athletes and coaches supplied a mouthful of colorful thoughts and insight to their game, a game or a season during 2008.
  • Happy new year? Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 2:27AMHow will markets affect investors and annuities?
  • Cowboy Johnson enjoying Athens, brother-in-law Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 2:25AMFor 18 years, Brad Johnson has lived out his boyhood dream, spending his summers and falls practicing and playing football. Now his life is about to change.
  • Archbishop retires, cites struggle with depression Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 2:15AMThe Roman Catholic archdiocese of Vancouver says Archbishop Raymond Roussin has been suffering from a clinical depression for several years and is retiring from his post.Archbishop J. Michael Miller assumed responsibility for the archdiocese yesterday.
  • Apple Valley sets good pace in 2008 Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 1:43AMApple Valley led the way in 2008. From energy efficient projects to accomplished residents, the city was recognized for its success. It also focused on the future with plans for development and transit.
  • Money adviser urges a rethink Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 3:38PMWhile 2009 is expected to bring many changes to the world millions of people will be hoping it provides relief from the global financial crisis that took hold in 2008. Super funds, shareholders and banks all found the going tough as international markets followed each other in a dramatic downwards trend. Jenny Woodhart, of Genesis Wealth Advisers, said yesterday that while the way the market ...
  • Top Oxford news stories of 2008 Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 3:01PMFrom new police vehicles to a new high school, Oxford experienced a year of novelties in 2008. At the start of the year, the City of Oxford went on-air, by means of the Internet.
  • Look ahead to 2009: Officials forced to make do with less revenue Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:48PMWith tough times looming in 2009, cities and schools in southwest Riverside County are laboring to deliver the same level of public services with less money.
  • Retirement-Proof Your Relationship Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:21PMRetirement with your loved one may not be what you expect.
  • The Windsor Times News Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 2:03PMJanuary: A three day storm leaves little damage to the community. Windsor Fire Captain Aron Levin and his staff had a busy week protecting the people from electrical fires and falling trees all over Windsor. The downpour caused 50 temporary road closures throughout the county.
  • The Biggest Hope for Our Economy Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 1:50PMYou, yes you need to save our economy!
  • OSHA stymied under Bush administration, officials say Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:04AMWASHINGTON — In early 2001, an epidemiologist at the Occupational Safety and Health Administration sought to publish a special bulletin warning dental technicians that they could be exposed to dangerous beryllium alloys while grinding fillings.
  • Fightnews Archives Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 3:38AMPR Best Boxing promotions (Ivan & Peter Rivera) entered the sport of boxing unexpectedly, but once they were in they took full advantage of their opportunity.
  • Office Depot delayed Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 3:21AMJust about the time that Office Depot was planning to open its Corsicana store, national economic conditions changed dramatically. The company still intends to open in Navarro County, but it’s delayed the opening again.
  • Holiday schedule and tax deadline meet Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 3:21AMIf your planning on paying your property taxes before the end of the year, don’t schedule your trip to the courthouse for Wednesday afternoon.
  • You CAN Retire In A Recession Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 3:00AMAt long last, after years of toil and sacrifice, planning and saving, retirement plan contributions and stock option purchases, you have finally reached the end of the rainbow.
  • Lawrence school seeks book donations for fundraising Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 11:20PMLAWRENCE — Looking to get rid of your used books? The Wetherbee School is raising money through donations of new and used books, CDs, DVDs, videos, and audio books. The school has a drop-off donation container for those who wish to contribute books they no longer use and would like to repurpose, while also raising money for the school.
  • Greensburg to consider 18 percent tax increase Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 11:04PMGreensburg Council will look today to impose the biggest increase in city property taxes in at least a few decades.
  • Year in Review 2008: Adios to creative souls who left a rich legacy behind Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 10:34PMFor a look at all the year in review content from 2008, click here. LAS CRUCES — For many of us, 2008 has been a year of loss ... and a year-end stroll through the Downtown Mall and Mesilla brought home how personal those losses have been for many of us.
  • High Winds Take Out More Than Power Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 8:52PMA severe windstorm Sunday caused major damage to utility poles in Clarkson, grinding one local farm to a halt. On Redman road in Clarkson, utility poles lay in shatters on the fields of JB Martin and Sons farms.
  • The people in the news Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 7:32PMIn 2008, there were many newsmakers in Elk Grove as prominent community members and local figures made their way onto the pages of local newspapers and Web sites.
  • As end of year nears, think of retirement Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 5:40AMAs the year end approaches, thought ought to be given to retirement planning.
  • 2009 goal: Reduce debt Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 4:17AMGetting out of debt isn’t a simple task, and waiting too long to get help could lead to a desperate financial situation.The Consumer Credit Counseling Service of North Central West Virginia is one department within Criss-Cross, a multi-service agency headquartered in Clarksburg.
  • Businesses, musicians come together in support of Ike victims Sunday, December 28, 2008 @ 4:15AMBaytown businesses and organizations are gearing up this Saturday, Dec. 20 to assist victims of Hurricane Ike who are still struggling after the destructive storm.
  • Portage County Sheriffs Department captain John Keener retires with no regrets after 32 years Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 3:53AMHe could be retiring from work at a funeral home as an embalmer. Instead, Capt. John Keener is retiring from the Portage County Sheriffs Department today after almost 32 years of service.
  • End of an Era Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 3:53AM“Don just has a great love for these kids in the classroom. That’s what he’s all about. There’s no telling how many kids’ lives that guy has touched. I think the world of Don Jones.”
  • China trying 2 for tainted milk Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 3:47AMTwo Chinese went on trial Friday accused of making and selling the chemical at the center of a tainted milk scandal blamed for killing six children and sickening nearly 300,000 others.
  • Gas grenade kills five at disco in Peru Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 3:46AMFive people were killed yesterday when a tear gas grenade exploded in the middle of a crowded disco called Boom, police said.
  • FYI 12/26/08 Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 2:17AMCub Scout Pack 253 and Boy Scout Troop 253 meets at 7 p.m. Tuesdays at Cornerstone Baptist Church, 801 N. 13th St. For more information, call Toni at (903) 851-6621.
  • Danville couple’s home filled with Christmas scenes Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 6:32PMIt all started when J.W. Nunn wanted to set his childhood train set up under the Christmas tree — and found a Victorian-style train station by Department 56 collectibles to go with it. View photo gallery
  • In public sector, jobs keep growing Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 5:50PM(By Jefferson George, jgeorge@charlotteobserver.com) Each day seems to bring news of more layoffs. Each week brings reports of higher unemployment. In this brutal job market, though, one sector remains resilient: government. While North Carolina saw job losses in many industries this year, government employment grew and should increase slightly again next year, according to a recent UNC ...
  • Nasa awards $3.5bn contracts for ISS supply Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 5:24PMWASHINGTON: Nasa announced on Tuesday it awarded two International Space Station (ISS) freight contracts totalling 3.5bn dollars to private space launch companies Space Exploration Technologies Corp (SpaceX) and Orbital Sciences Corp (OSC).
  • Uncertain times for Aussie cricket Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 5:23PMIn the first 12 Tests of 2008, Australia had 23 players revolving, six spinners trying, six debutants twitching, four openers batting, two allrounders competing and a looser hold atop the rankings tree.
  • Small builders feel the squeeze of changing market, uncertain times Wednesday, December 24, 2008 @ 4:15PMSmall builders feel the squeeze of changing market, uncertain times
  • ‘Annie’s Project’ aims to help female landowners Tuesday, December 23, 2008 @ 4:27PMTimes staff writer HAVANA — A program designed to empower female farmers is coming to Mason County early next year.
  • Los Angeles’s MOCA Accepts Broad’s Grant, Hires Chief (Update2) Tuesday, December 23, 2008 @ 4:12PMDec. 23 (Bloomberg) -- The board of the Los Angeles Museum of Contemporary Art , suffering from dwindling funds, accepted billionaire Eli Broad ’s rescue plan and hired a chief executive officer to replace museum director Jeremy Strick.