Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood Will Return To Host 'The 43rd Annual CMA Awards' Live From Nashville on ABC ... (PR Newswire via Yahoo! Finance)

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 26 /PRNewswire/ -- The reigning CMA Male and Female Vocalists of the Year, Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood , will reunite to host "The 43rd Annual CMA Awards." This will be the second consecutive time that Paisley and Underwood have hosted "Country Music's Biggest Night(TM)." "The 43rd Annual CMA Awards" airs live from the Sommet Center in Nashville, Wednesday, Nov. 11 ...

Mets' Wright to wear new batting helmet (Yahoo! Canada Sports)

David Wright has been reduced to a spectator since a beanball sent him to the hospital two weeks ago. The New York Mets slugger hopes to return to the lineup Tuesday and isn't taking any chances. He's planning to wear Rawlings' bulky, new S100 batting helmet if it arrives in time for the game at Coors Field.

AP: New batting helmet required in minors in 2010 (Richmond Times-Dispatch)

NEW YORKâ€"Baseball’s top prospects will have even more protection at the plate next season. The Associated Press today said Rawlings and Minor League Baseball are announcing that the St. Louis-based company’s new S100 batting helmet will be required in the minors next season. Six of the sturdy helmets also are being sent to each major league team for its players to try out for the rest of this ...

APNewsBreak: New helmet required in minors in 2010 (Newsday)

NEW YORK (AP) â€" David Wright has been reduced to a spectator since a beanball sent him to the hospital two weeks ago. The New York Mets slugger hopes to return to the lineup Tuesday and isn't taking any chances. He's planning to wear Rawlings' bulky, new S100 batting helmet if it arrives in time for the game at Coors Field. "I imagine they got some pretty smart people that designed them so I'm ...

New helmet required in minors in 2010 (Fox Sports)

David Wright has been reduced to a spectator since a beanball sent him to the hospital two weeks ago. The New York Mets slugger hopes to return to the lineup Tuesday and isn't taking any chances. He's planning to wear Rawlings' bulky, new S100 batting helmet if it arrives in time for the game at Coors Field. "I imagine they got some pretty smart people that designed them so I'm sure it works ...

NYERS MOURN KENNEDY'S DEATH AT ST. PATRICK'S CATHEDRAL (New York Post)

People from New York City and beyond are pausing at St. Patrick's Cathedral to reflect on the life of Sen. Edward Kennedy. Kennedy delivered the eulogy for his brother, Robert F. Kennedy, at the Manhattan cathedral in 1968. Laurie Davis, a...

Octajazzarians Profile: Jon Hendricks (Jazz.com)

For the first time in jazz’s brief century, many leading artists are staying active beyond their eighth decade. OctoJAZZarians is an on-going series celebrating these living legends, pioneers who were first-hand participants in the evolution of America's greatest art form.

Nationâs recycling rate still low (The New Sabah Times)

PUTRAJAYA : Public awareness on recycling in Malaysia is still low compared with other countries. Housing and Local Government Minister Datuk Seri Kong Cho Ha said neighbouring Singapore is ahead in recycling at 40 per cent, compared with Malaysia which is aiming for a 22 per cent rate by 2020.

Station Fire Update, 12:45 a.m.: Waiting for Flames to Hit Mt. Wilson, Acton Saved for Now (LAist)

              The photos above by Tom Andrews were taken in Acton, Sunday afternoon, as the fire approached. These numbers are expected to change significantly by morning, but the Station Fire stands at 42,500 acres with 5 percent containment, according to officials. 2,575 personnel have responded, leaving four injured and two dead . 18 homes have been lost. Flames had still not reached Mount ...

Junking the clunkers: Recycling yards wait to see impact of sales incentive (The Bakersfield Californian)

Work is literally piling up at Louie's Wrecking Yard on South Union Avenue. Owner Kurt Cornelius has taken to stacking vehicles two high as his dismantling crew pulls euthanized engines and valuable parts from the 40 or so Cash for Clunkers trade-ins that have come in from new car dealerships around town.

Encorp Pacific (Canada): Return-It for Recycling at the Vanderhoof Drop-off Event (CCNMatthews via Yahoo! Finance)

BURNABY, BRITISH COLUMBIA-- - On Saturday, September 12, 2009, bring your obsolete electronics to the Nechako Valley Memorial Arena for free recycling. This special event is a unique opportunity for residents and businesses to drop their acceptable end-of-life electronics at a convenient site within their community, and be assured they will be recycled responsibly.

Encorp Pacific (Canada): Return-It for Recycling at the Vanderhoof Drop-off Event (Marketwire)

BURNABY, BRITISH COLUMBIA--(Marketwire - Aug. 28, 2009) - On Saturday, September 12, 2009, bring your obsolete electronics (see below for the specific types of electronics that will be accepted) to the Nechako Valley Memorial Arena (Vanderhoof Arena) for free recycling. This special event is a unique opportunity for residents and businesses to drop their acceptable end-of-life electronics at a ...

Gov. Perdue flips switch at grand opening of recycling plant in Garden City (Savannah Morning News)

Steam rose as the massive shredder churned Wednesday at the Newell Recycling plant in Garden City, reducing a full-size automobile into a small, mangled fraction of its former self. It was a brief demonstration of brute mechanical strength, set off by a ceremonial flip of a switch from Gov. Sonny Perdue, in town for the facility's grand opening. An access road - off Dean Forest Road, north of U ...

On the Right, Kennedy Remains a Symbol of Liberalism (Washington Post)

As the nation offers final tributes to Edward M. Kennedy, who will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery on Saturday, the glowing eulogies have been accompanied by lingering ill will toward the senator from Massachusetts who came to embody modern liberalism.

Michael Vick's debut with Eagles generates more hype than points (Minneapolis-St. Paul Star Tribune)

PHILADELPHIA - All eyes were on Michael Vick â€" for all of six plays. Playing his first NFL game since his release from prison, the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback got a standing ovation, avoided any ugly protests and completed four passes for 19 yards.

Kennedy procession begins; Arlington burial planned (USA Today)

Under a clear, blue sky Thursday, Sen. Edward Kennedy's flag-draped casket was carried out of his home in Hyannis Port, Mass., and began its final journey to Boston on a route lined with mourners who began gathering early in the morning.

Park gets new playground equipment (Curry Coastal Pilot)

A new playground took shape this week at Easy Manor Park. The crayon box-hued metal and plastic structure features six slides, a rock-climbing wall, balance beams, monkey bars, a trapeze ladder, cargo nets, swing sets and more. Area children are already eying the prize. “It’s like a dream come true,” one youngster told park- workers.

Funeral Procession For Sen. Kennedy Arrives In Boston (Slideshow) (WBUR Boston)

A motorcade carrying the body of Sen. Edward M. Kennedy passed miles of mourners Thursday as it proceeded from the Cape Cod home where he spent his final days to the presidential library bearing the name of one of his slain brothers.

Judge Rules to Allow Sale of Polygamous Sect's Land, Berry Knoll (FOX 13 Utah)

A Utah judge has ordered the sale of a 400-acre parcel of land that is part of a communal property trust established by followers of jailed polygamous sect leader Warren Jeffs. In a ruling issued Monday, 3rd District Court Judge Denise Lindberg says a liquidity crisis of the United Effort Plan Trust makes the sale of Berry Knoll necessary. The land-rich but cash-poor trust has about $3 million ...

Action! Insider notes, behind-the-scenes biz of Hollywood's moviemakers (San Diego Union-Tribune)

Johnny Depp wants to take his favorite childhood TV show, vampire thriller “Dark Shadows,” to the big screen. Depp and regular collaborator, director Tim Burton, hope to turn the 1960s series — about a man struck down with a vampire curse — into a movie franchise.

"Bare: The Musical" **1/2 (Denver Post)

Fledging company promises to donate money from every show to nonprofits. But all is not right with the company's debut story, a grab-bag of standard problems facing adolescents including sexual identity, drugs, teen pregnancy, parental estrangement, religion, morality, mortality and homosexuality. Kurt Brighton's rating: **1/2

IFPD audits still dubious (Idyllwild Town Crier)

While the Idyllwild Fire Protection District (IFPD) Commission awaits completion of the agency’s financial audits for fiscal years 2004-05, 2005-06, 2006-07 and 2007-08, President Paul Riggi has authorized the same firm, Smith Marion & Company of Murrieta, to conduct IFPD’s 2008-09 audit, too.

Thinking Depply (Broward-Palm Beach New Times)

Everyone loves Johnny Depp. He has done some great movies, and a few not-so-great ones ( Secret Window comes to mind). Tonight, Undergrounds Coffeehaus will show two. Benny & Joon is the unconventional romantic comedy with a kooky Sam winning the heart of the even kookier Joon. Edwar...

Game On: A summer of Poon's Picks (The Daily Toreador)

Another summer has come and gone, which also means another smattering of summer video games has followed suit. This middling offering of entertainment has, as always, brought a few winners, a few hidden surprises and a lot of pain. Let's reflect, shall we? Best game - "inFamous" was touted as a system seller even before development.

UFC 102: Where to watch in Las Vegas (Las Vegas Sun)

UFC Hall of Fame member, Randy Couture, is out to prove that age ain’t nothing but a number as he takes on Antonio Minotauro Nogueira at UFC 102. Local sports bars and Station Casinos want to make sure you don’t miss a second of the fight as 46-year-old Couture attempts to win one for the legends, against an opponent more than a decade his junior.

Ben McGrath: Mustache of Justice (The New Yorker)

Congress: It strains the patience of the sane. All those interminable sessions on the House floor, with all that grandstanding. The thousand-page bills. And now come the loony town-hall meetings. Henry Waxman, a thirty-five-year veteran, representing California’s Thirtieth District, recalled half a lifetime’ . . .

Feel Good Hit of the Summer (Fairfield County Weekly)

L'Escale 500 Steamboat Rd., Greenwich, (203) 661-4600, www.lescalerestaurant.com This is the life. A shaded harborside terrace, breezes blowing off the water, boats moored along the quay, red Parisian park chairs, warm light reflecting from pale yellow walls. Am I in Provence? A glance at...

Joe Kennedy: Uncle Teddy Made World Better Place (WCVB Boston)

Saying the world was a better place for having known his uncle, Sen. Ted Kennedy's nephew, Joseph P. Kennedy III, urged those gathered at a private memorial service for the late senator to rededicate themselves to also making a difference in the lives of those around them.

Toler's impact was quiet, but it was immense (San Francisco Chronicle)

It's a story made for Hollywood, but Hollywood would have to embellish like crazy. The 1951 USF Dons football team went undefeated. The team featured 10 future NFL players and three future Pro Football Hall of Famers. It was not invited to a bowl game. Word...

Kennedy's Body Arrives in Boston (Washington Post)

BOSTON, Aug. 27 -- A motorcade procession that included family, close friends and longtime colleagues of the late Edward M. Kennedy delivered the senator's body Thursday to this city, where his family's storied dynasty was born, after an hours-long journey from his home on Cape Cod.

Fleetwood loses popular Athena diner (The Journal News)

Despite its popularity, the Fleetwood diner couldn't survive a recent drop in business and an increase in rent, and it closed its doors for good Sunday. Owner Sia Zapantis shared tears and hugs with her customers yesterday as she cleaned out shelves and packed up supplies.

NAACP expected to rally for Vick during Thursday's Eagles debut (USA Today)

Michael Vick is expected to make his NFL preseason debut Thursday night with the Philadelphia Eagles. How he'll perform after serving a prison term for running a dogfighting ring is one question. How the former Pro Bowl quarterback will be greeted at the game in Philadelphia is another.

Dutch royals win privacy case against AP (Newsday)

AMSTERDAM (AP) â€" A court ruled Friday that The Associated Press violated the privacy of the Dutch royal family by photographing them on a skiing holiday in Argentina. The judge handed down an injunction against further distribution or sale of four images of Crown Prince Willem-Alexander's family that were made available worldwide last month and widely used by the Dutch media. The AP expressed ...

The Bravery Rock NYC's Amstel Light Amsterdam Live (Spin)

When there's free beer, people will come. When that beer is Amstel Light, they'll come in droves and demand free screen-printed T-shirts with the beer's logo (courtesy of Ad Hoc Art). At least that's what happened Wednesday night (Aug. 26) at Manhattan's Webster Hall. Mr. Hudson and headliners the Bravery played big sets to a packed house full of jubilant, sweaty fans who double-fisted beers, ...

Duffee Ready For UFC Debut (Benton Evening News)

After a strange start, the UFC fighting career of Todd Duffee is set to begin. Duffee will take on veteran Tim Hague in a heavyweight bout at UFC 102 in Portland, Oregon Saturday night. Duffee was set to debut at UFC 99, but was bumped for fighter Mirko Cro Cop to boost attendance in Germany. He was originally scheduled to fight Mike Russow at UFC 102, but Russow was replaced by Hague recently.

Golf Capsules: Woods pulls his weight as PGA Tour playoffs begin (The Brownsville Herald)

JERSEY CITY, N.J. â€" No matter what players think of the golf course, Liberty National gets universal praise for its intimate view of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty, so close to the shore she looks as if she could tend a flag on the green.

St. Francis OKs tentative deal with Anthem (Post-Tribune)

A contract dispute between the state's largest health insurer and Indiana's largest hospital system has finally been resolved. Anthem Indiana Blue Cross and Blue Shield, a subsidiary of the nation's largest health plan, Wellpoint, has tentatively reached agreement to sign a provider network contract with the Mishawaka-based Sisters of St. Francis Health Services, the parent company of 13 ...

St. Francis has one to grow on (SouthtownStar)

The 2008 season was certainly a memorable one for the University of St. Francis football program. Not only did the Saints author a solid 7-4 record, they also tallied the second-most wins in USF history and enjoyed the school's first winning season since 1991. As a result, interest in the USF football program has grown noticeably according to fifth-year head coach Mike Uremovich. "The ...

St. Francis on course for a special season (The Herald News)

Football gurus contend that special teams are no less important than the offense or defense.Count University of St. Francis coach Mike Uremovich among them.Uremovich's Saints finished 7-4 last season, the school's first winning season since 1991. Included was a huge 24-21 victory over then No. 8-ranked Saint Xavier.If USF is to take the next step, perhaps to claiming the Mid-States Football ...

Jaycee Dugard Rapist Phillip Garrido Linked To Madeleine McCann Abduction (Anorak)

WHEN Jaycee Lee Dugard went missing she was her own person. Now she has returned to a post-Madeleine McCann world and the media is able to make sense of her abduction, rape and impregnation by known paedophile Phillip Garrido (he fathered two children with Jaycee Dugard) and his wife Nancy. Such is the impoverished state of journalism that the story of Jaycee Lee Dugard needs context...

Natascha Kampusch: 'I'm still a prisoner' (Guardian Unlimited)

Three years after her escape, the Austrian woman kidnapped as a child and held for eight years is too scared to leave her flat Natascha Kampusch, the Austrian woman who was kidnapped on her way to school and held captive for eight-and-a-half years, has spoken of her despair at failing to come to terms with her freedom and lack of privacy. Three years to the day since she escaped from Wolfgang ...

Controversial power blackout proponents point to Idyllwild blackout in 2003 firestorm (The Fallbrook Village News)

IDYLLWILD - A controversial plan to shut down power lines and cut off electricity to thousands of fire-threatened homes in San Diego County during high wind events is gaining traction, and supporters point to the intentional blackout of Idyllwild during the October 2003 firestorms as a reason to embrace the safety measure, it was reported today. Thousands of dead and dying trees in the ...

Andrew Perloff: Vick debut provides glimpse of what's to come in Philly (Sports Illustrated)

Michael Vick made his Eagles debut at Lincoln Financial Field on Thursday night during the Eagles' 33-32 win. While he only participated in six plays, all in the first half, we did get a glimpse of what he might become this season. Here are eight key things we learned.

Seacoast Muslims have positive experience (Foster's Daily Democrat)

By MOHAMED IBRAHIM, Ph.D. Director, Islamic Society of the Seacoast Area (Editor's note: Last week we reported on Southern New Hampshire University History Professor Julianne Cooper's talk on Islam to Rochester's 9-12 group, and we subsequently invited Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim, director of the Islamic Society for the Seacoast to respond.

NFL: Michael Vick to make debut against Jaguars (Memphis Commercial Appeal)

Michael Vick has looked sharp zipping uncontested passes to open receivers and racing past defenders who aren't allowed to touch him in practice. Now he'll see what it's like to face 11 guys going after him again. Vick will make his Eagles debut in a preseason game in Philadelphia against Jacksonville on Thursday night. The three-time Pro Bowl quarterback hasn't played in an NFL game since Dec. ...

Walmart gift provides relief to combat hunger (The Argus Leader)

A $25,000 donation from Walmart to support feeding the hungry arrived Wednesday as the South Dakota agency handling the food faces greater demand for its services. "Donations aren't down. It's just that demand has increased so much for us," said Matt Gassen, executive director of Community Food Banks of South Dakota in Sioux Falls. Demand at pantries is up 20 percent to 25 percent, with more ...

Restaurant critic review: 'Roosters' is a surprise for your taste buds (TCPalm.com)

I love finding restaurants that have been right under my nose the whole time. There seem to be several of these inconspicuous little cafés in Jensen Beach. I never know what to expect when I open the doors, but it’s a fantastic feeling when I finish a meal and wonder, why aren’t more people talking about this place?

Sandwichist - A Celebratory Aussie Burger From The Breakfast Club, Hoxton (Londonist)

      In search of London’s best sandwich since sliced bread Having Haddin-uff of Cook-ing for ourselves and eating nothing but straightforward sandwiches, we decided to celebrate England’s victory over Australia in the Ashes by Broad-ening our horizons and having a bash at a burger instead, rather than pickling ourselves in beer and watering the Prime Minister’s garden as Sir Frederick Flintoff ...

Prince Edward: How charming (The Columbus Dispatch)

CHARLOTTETOWN, Prince Edward Island --"Have you read Anne of Green Gables?" I could tell by the look on the face of our waitress that the question was a familiar one. She blushed, shook her head and replied that most locals don't understand the world's continuing fascination with a 100-year-old children's book -- but they welcome the tourists it brings to Prince Edward Island.

Article: Parker Posey Withdraws From Off-Broadway Production Over Lyme Disease (Access Hollywood)

Parker Posey has withdrawn from a lead role in the upcoming Playwrights Horizons’ production of “This” after developing Lyme disease. Artistic director Tim Sanford says the play by Melissa James Gibson will open Dec. 13 as scheduled at the off-Broadway theater. Previews begin Nov. 6. A replacement for Posey will be announced shortly.

ExWeb special: Himalaya fall season kick-off with a huge spring flashback (MountEverest.net)

10:45 am CDT Aug 24, 2009 (MountEverest.net) Charging head over heels into the Pakistan summer season we never really wrapped the spring in Nepal. With a brand new fall list of expeditions in the works for this week (pls email us if you're going), let's take a look at where we left off last.

End of an era (Irish Examiner)

ON a spring day nearly two years ago, Senator Edward Kennedy sat on the porch of his sprawling Hyannis Port home with a friend of five decades, Edmund Reggie, father of Kennedy’s wife, Vicki. The two men gazed out at the ocean that has been such an anchor in Kennedy’s life and talked about the future.

Community Calendar (Skokie Review)

Based upon space availability, The Review prints calendar announcements and items for columns, including campus news, newsmakers and others for local organizations and individuals. The deadline is 14 days before the desired publication date, however there is no guarantee for publication. Send releases and items of local interest to: Skokie Review or Lincolnwood Review, 3701 W. Lake Ave., ...

Marshall movie was reality show (Peoria Journal Star)

It’s more than a movie or a feel-good story to Jim Pry, the Illinois receivers coach.   Marshall University. Huntington, W.Va. The fall of 1971. Devastated by a charter plane crash that killed 75 players, coaches and fans of Marshall football plus a crew of five on Nov. 14, 1970, a school and community pieced together their emotions and a team. The events inspired the movie “We are Marshall.”

Spectacular Private Contemporary Art Exhibition Opening at Former Holy Trinity Church (Art Daily)

Hilary Berseth, Untitled. LONDON.- Following the success of Paul Fryer’s solo exhibition ‘Let There Be More Light’ which attracted over 4,000 visitors during London Frieze Week in 2008, All Visual Arts (AVA) announces one of the most spectacular private Contemporary art exhibitions opening at the magnificent former Holy Trinity Church designed by Sir John Soane at One Marylebone in central London.

Europa League Play-Off Preview: EA Guingamp â Hamburger SV (Goal.com)

En Avant de Guingamp became only the second French second division side to win the Coupe de France and the first since 1959 when they defeated Stade Rennais back in May. A record crowd at the Stade de France witnessed the Brittany side qualify for Europe and they now face a club that won the European Cup back in 1983.

TV highlights | Wednesday, Aug. 26 (The Kansas City Star)

“Great Performances,” 7 p.m., PBS. “Harlem in Montmartre” tells the story of the black expatriate community in Paris between the world wars. Archive footage of Josephine Baker, Django Reinhardt (above) and Bricktop. “The King and I,” 7 p.m., TCM. Yul Brynner stars in this 1956 film as the King of Siam, a role he played on Broadway for three decades. With Deborah Kerr and Rita Moreno. Music by ...

Gov. Patrick would sign legislation to appoint Kennedy successor (New England Cable News)

(NECN: Boston, Mass.) - Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick spoke about Senator Ted Kennedy's influence on the Bay State. Patrick says Kennedy was a, "Totally reliable and a courageous voice for the voiceless. He loved this country, he loved the Commonwealth, he believed that we were good people, but he also believed that we could be better." Patrick says it was that vision of a better America ...

Entertainment short takes (The Oklahoman)

BIRTHDAYSâ†'Singer Al Alberts (Four Aces), 87.â†'Singer-turned-sausage king Jimmy Dean, 81.â†'Singer Eddie Fisher, 81.â†'Singer Ronnie Bennett Greenfield (Ronnie Spector of the Ronettes), 66.â†'Actor James Reynolds ("Days of Our Lives”), 63.â†'Singer-flutist Ian Anderson (Jethro Tull), 62.â†'Singer Patti Austin, 61.â†'Actress Rosanna Arquette, 50.â†'Actor Antonio Banderas, 49.â†'Singer Neneh Cherry, 45.â†'Singer ...

Celebrity birthdays on Aug. 10 (Miami Herald)

Singer-turned-sausage-king Jimmy Dean and singer Eddie Fisher are 81. Ronnie Bennett Greenfield (Ronnie Spector of The Ronettes) is 66. Singer Patti Austin is 61. Actress Rosanna Arquette is 50. Antonio Banderas is 49. Michael Bivins (Bell Biv Devoe, New Edition) is 41. Angie Harmon (Law and Order) is 37. Ryan Eggold (90210) is 25. Lucas Till (Hannah Montana) is 19.

VP Biden: 'Truly Distressed' by Kennedy passing (WRGB Albany)

WASHINGTON (AP) -- An emotional Vice President Joe Biden says he is "truly, truly" distressed by the death of his longtime Senate colleage, Ted Kennedy. Biden fought back tears as he described the 36 years they spent together in the Senate.

Goodbye Cash for Clunkers, hello Cash for Appliances (The Star Press)

WASHINGTON â€" As Cash for Clunkers, the popular federal plan to boost the auto industry, fades into history, the government is gearing up for another stimulus plan that is also aimed at energy efficiency. This time, it’s rebates for consumers who buy energy-efficient appliances.

Kennedy: Always in the public spotlight (AP via Yahoo! News)

In the quiet of a Capitol elevator, one of Edward M. Kennedy's fellow lawmakers asked whether he had plans for a family Thanksgiving away from the nation's capital. No, the Massachusetts senator said with a shake of his head, and mentioned something about visiting his brothers' gravesites at Arlington National Cemetery.

Mobile food vendors told to leave Miracle Mile (Los Angeles Times)

Some lunch trucks are cited for minor violations. LAPD officials say the crackdown was part of an effort to clear the area of illegal vendors. For the last two months, Green Truck mobile catering services would park on Wilshire Boulevard along Los Angeles' Miracle Mile and serve handmade organic fare to the neighborhood's lunch crowd.

Appliances get their own recycled clunkers programs (USA Today)

Cash for clunkers ended this week for cars. But old energy-hogging refrigerators and freezers qualify for recycling and cash from more than 60 utilities across the nation. And the federal government is making money available to states so consumers could get rebates of $50 to $200 for new, more energy-efficient appliances later this year in a so-called "cash for appliances" program.

Old Lyme Approves $675,000 For Parking For School Buses (New London Day)

Old Lyme - Residents voted at a town meeting Monday to appropriate up to $675,000 for the construction of a school-bus parking facility by the former landfill on Four Mile River Road. The unanimous vote gives town officials the green light on a project that entails building a bus depot on town-owned land and charging $50,000 in annual rent to the bus company that services the Lyme-Old Lyme ...

Lauderdale Lakes proud of its parks (Sun-Sentinel)

Northgate Park is one of three new parks in the Broward city in the past three years, and for its efforts, the city is being honored by KaBoom's "Playful City USA" for having one of the top parks programs in the nation . Northgate Park in Lauderdale Lakes is more than just a park with basketball courts and slides -- it's 8-year-old Jordan James' "secret spy'' training ground.

Meltdown 101: Government cash for green appliances (Newsday)

If you missed your chance to get cash for your clunker, you may soon have another shot at getting government money for going green. Just step out of the garage and into the kitchen. This year's stimulus bill funded a $300 million program that will offer rebates of varying amounts â€" possibly up to $200 â€" to buyers of energy-efficient appliances and other products that carry the "Energy Star" ...

Shamed NBA ref Tim Donaghy back in prison (Covers.com)

Former NBA ref Tim Donaghy is wearing stripes again, but not of the referee sort. Donaghy, who was sentenced to 15 months behind bars after taking money from a professional gambler for inside information on NBA games - including games he worke...

Tim Donaghy back in jail (Inside Hoops)

The AP reports: Disgraced former NBA referee Tim Donaghy is back behind bars. According to Hillsborough County jail records, Donaghy was being held without bond Tuesday for a federal rule violation. Details were not available. A message left early Tuesday at the office of Donaghy’s attorney was not immediately returned. InsideHoops.com editor says: I just hope [...]

Disgraced former NBA ref Tim Donaghy back in jail, charged with violating probation (St. Petersburg Times)

TAMPA A former NBA referee convicted on illegal gambling charges is once again in jail. U.S. Marshals arrested Tim Donaghy, 42, on a federal rule violation charge Monday morning. A Hillsborough jail record notes that he violated probation. Donaghy, of Bradenton, previously admitted to a federal judge that he used inside information to bet on NBA games and supplied the same kind of information ...

Obituary: Naomi Ruth Sims / Pittsburgh native was one of the first black supermodels (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

Long before black models like Veronica Webb and Iman became household names in the fashion industry, there was a long-legged beauty by the name of Naomi Sims who stunned audiences with her good

DE SILVA - GUSTINNAWADUGE BHUPENDRANATH de SILVA (Sunday Observer)

- Husband of Sepalika, father of Kumudini and Dulmini, father-in-law of Ruwan Wanigasooriya and Ishara Weliwita (both of SL Army), grandfather of Ruwendranath, Ruwendrika, Savindu, Irandini and Tharidini, son of late Francis and Freda de Silva, brother of Janaki, Sriyani, G.G. S. de Silva, Dasarath and G.Y. de Silva, brother-in-law of N.R.M. Daluwatta, Geetha, Kumari and Mallika Rodrigo de ...

Carol Felsenthal: Don Hewitt Remembered (The Huffington Post)

So sad today to read of the death of Don Hewitt, 86, the brains behind 60 Minutes. I talked to him at length in 2006 and he was one of the most entertaining and sweet people I've interviewed.

Going for Baroque: Jersey Orchestra tackles Handel's 'Giulio Cesare' (The Star-Ledger)

Aristide Economopoulos/The Star-LedgerRobert Butts conducts the Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey. For years, Robert Butts, the music director of the Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey, has wanted to perform Handel's "Giulio Cesare," ("Julius Caesar"), one of the most appreciated of...