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Professional investors revitalize home 'flipping' Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:30AMHoping there are big profits to be made in the aftermath of the housing collapse, professional investors are flocking to the business of buying foreclosed homes at distressed prices.
Police and Fire Log: Thursday, Sept. 2, 2010 Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:20AMThe following was compiled from information prepared by the Ukiah Police Department. To anonymously report crime information, call 463-6205.
Copper thieves arrested Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:19AMFarmers across the southern end of Tazewell County have been frustrated this year by the theft of copper electrical lines from irrigation systems, but they may have something to cheer about now.
McCourt's memory fuzzy at divorce trial Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:12AMLOS ANGELES (AP) - Frank McCourt had trouble recalling some details involving his purchase of a professional baseball team, but he was certain of one thing: he's the sole owner.
HEI Hotels & Resorts Sells Two Philadelphia Hotels to LaSalle Hotel Properties Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 7:58AMHEI Hotels & Resorts , the nation's fastest growing private owner/operator of hotel real estate, today announced that it has sold two of its Philadelphia hotels, the 294-room Westin Philadelphia and the 288-room Embassy Suites Philadelphia-Center City, to LaSalle Hotel Properties , a leading real estate investment trust , for an undisclosed amount. Â Under terms of the deal, brokered by Hodges ...
The recycling war moves to the Middle East Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 7:56AMCanadian Samer Kamal is managing director of a company based in the United Arab Emirates that’s dedicated to improving recycling efforts in the region
The Consignment Gallery to close Sunday Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 7:48AMStore will re-open in mid-September for an everything-must-go store closing sale.
Lawsuit Over $1.4 Million Painting Missing After Bar Visit Is Withdrawn Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 7:15PMA New York woman who filed a lawsuit over a missing $1.4 million Corot painting has decided to drop her complaint after she identified a prison mug shot as the portrait’s co-owner, Thomas Doyle, her lawyer said.
Final part of M50 upgrade opens Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 7:11PMTHE FINAL part of a €950 million upgrade of a 32km section of the M50 from two to three lanes has been officially opened.
4. Apple unveils new TV box for renting movies, shows Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:54PMSAN FRANCISCO: Apple Inc. is refining its plans to annex the living room into its entertainment empire. On Wednesday, Apple unveiled a smaller, cheaper version of Apple TV, which connects to a high-definition television and can show rented movies and T...
At NYC PC, Cheery Pacquiao Says He Thinks Margarito Knew Wraps Were Bad Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:49PMMANNY WHACKS FLOYD, TOO: "I don't need him, he needs me. Compare my achievements to his."
Trailer Roundup: Movies in theaters this weekend Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:30PMWhether New England gets bashed by a storm named Earl or not, here are the movies opening in theaters this weekend, Sept 3, 2010. Plan on catching any of these?
ROGER BEUKEMA: Making memories kayaking Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:26PMThree kayaks taking up space does not necessarily make a kayak angler.
Global view dominant as FTSE surges Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:17PMLONDON FTSE 100 CLOSE 5,366.41 +141.19
Standard Life axes 600 jobs to secure its future Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:10PMSCOTLAND has been rocked by another jobs blow after insurance giant Standard Life announced plans to make hundreds of workers redundant at its Edinburgh headquarters.
New owner buys Courtland Gardens Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:03PMSTAMFORD -- A Southfield, Mich., company has made a deal to buy the financially shaky Courtland Gardens Healthcare Center , and will continue to run the 162-bed nursing facility, the home's current owner Kindred Healthcare said.
Apple refines its Apple TV device, updates iTunes, iPods, iPhone software Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 6:02PMSAN FRANCISCO — Apple Inc. is refining its plans to annex the living room into its entertainment empire.
Egyptian Billionaire Builds Swiss Ski Resort to Compete With Ritzy Verbier Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:22PMAn Egyptian billionaire with a penchant for risk is transforming a sleepy Swiss village into a ritzy resort that may one day rival Verbier.
Developing a business plan Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:08PMWELLAND — They still need a product and customers to buy it, but they have a steel mill. Despite the challenges, a former general manager of Atlas Specialty Steels is optimistic that steel will be produced there once again.[...]
Canisius to sell homes near college Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:07PMCanisius College will be renovating and selling some college-owned property.
US billionaire in deal to buy $24m Kiwi resort Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:04PMAn exclusive Wairarapa luxury retreat – frequented by music and movie stars – has been sold to an American billionaire, his business partner and its Kiwi managers.
FDA egg plant violations no surprise to former workers Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:53PMSince August 13 th , more than a half billion eggs from Iowa plants returned from stores to farms because of possible salmonella contamination. Monday, the federal Food and Drug Administration released an initial inspection report on both Wright County Egg and Hillandale Farms.
West metro arts briefs Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:44PMThe Metropolitan Ballet's fall session of classes begins Sept. 11, with classes from beginner to professional. For schedules, go to www.metroballet.org/academy/schedule.htm .
Roseman: How some restaurants layer tips on HST Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:37PMVoluntary tips in a restaurant are not supposed to be taxable, but it depends on whether you use a wireless terminal to pay the bill.
Sweet Alternatives: These substitutes to sugar are only natural Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:18PMWhite sugar might as well be the Casanova of the culinary world. So sweet and seductive that it’s hard to get enough, but so sly and bad-to-the-bone that, at its heart, it’s only a few steps removed from its villainous modern cousin, high-fructose corn syrup.
New Zealand Spring Cleans For Starship Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 4:18PMA unique fundraising campaign has just kicked off, asking New Zealanders to clean up, clear out and sell off, all in support of the kids at Starship.
Eggs-asperation Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 4:10PMFrom a breakfast cafe in Denver to the Little Italy that is Boston’s North End, one ingredient is a staple in every major city and the thousands of diners, bakeries and home kitchens in between: the egg. By date (default)
THE DISH: Linda McMahon goes card shopping on the Avenue Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:36PMArtist Katherine Petitti Kornel, author Jo Maeder and Dr. Ed Kornel. Photo by Anthony Pellegrino. Photo: Contributed Photo / Greenwich Time Contributed
Looking for a condo? It's a buyer's market, and how Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 3:23PMCondominium buyers are finding deep discounts in Gainesville and throughout Florida as the housing crunch that brought down home values and reduced sales has been particularly hard on the volatile condo market.
Heritage targets Iraq after Uganda pull-out Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 1:45PMTony Buckingham's right-hand man reveals the oil company's expansion plans
Reyne Haines: Reyne Gauge: Important Private Art Collection Goes up for Bid Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 12:53PMChilde Hassam, Royal Palms, Cuba, oil on canvas, 1895, 25 by 31 inches, est. $300,000-$600,000. John W. Coker Auctions image In the world of...
Missouri Strip Club Law Takes Effect Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 9:17AMMissouri's wide-ranging limitations on sexual businesses take effect after a state judge on Friday denied a request from a coalition of store owners and erotic dancers to temporarily block the new law.
Limerick Township planners eye car-repair zoning change Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 8:53AMLIMERICK — The recent conditional use hearing on East Coast Marine's request to be allowed to sell and repair automobiles and motorcycles has led to a proposal to amend township zoning ordinance provisions concerning motor vehicle body repair and painting.
In & Around Mount Olive Township Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 8:14AMSATURDAY, Aug. 28 The “Karavan Of Kids” is planned for noon to 5 p.m. at Vasa Park in Budd Lake. Karavan of Kids is an age-focused event that offers activities and entertainment specifically geared to the 3-12 year-old crowd, said a statement. It is sponsored by GBW Insurance, Newton Memorial Hospital, Kids Guide (kidsguide.com), The Art House in Hackettstown, CS Gymnastics, and Westpy Marketing ...
In & Around Town Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 8:13AMSATURDAY, Oct. 4 The second ‘Shop ‘n’ Rock’ will be hosted from 1 to 6 p.m. at the Budd Lake Firehouse, Route 46. The event is sponsored by the Mount Olive Kiwanis and Mount Olive Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 122. The family event will include food, activities, music, a kid’s play zone and vendors. Vendors and sponsors are sought and should visit www.mtolivekiwanis.org[[[SHIFTIN ...
Officials: Oil spill impact may last years Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 7:52AMThough crews are expected to finish cleaning the Kalamazoo River by the end of September, the economic impact could be far-reaching.
Local leaders discuss the pros and cons of purchasing the Pistons Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 7:44AMPeter Karmanos, Denise Ilitch, Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson, Michigan Sports Hall of Fame Executive Director Jim Stark and Michigan Sports Hall of Fame board member Mike Zehnder discuss the Pistons franchise.
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Rowlett woman opens stylish shop Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 12:42AMIt isn’t often that a person gets to do what he or she loves for a living. And it’s even rarer that someone who has already established herself professionally leaves job security behind to take a gamble.
Documentary on purported Adams' negatives canceled Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 12:39AMFRESNO, Calif. (AP) Plans to show a documentary film at California State University, Fresno about the discovery of glass negatives purported to be the work of famed nature photographer Ansel Adams have been canceled.
Saab fighter jet offered for sale in Stockton Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 12:37AMSTOCKTON, CALIF. — If you've ever had the desire to own a fighter jet, here's your chance. A Cold War-era Saab jet parked outside a hangar at Stockton Metropolitan Airport is available for sale.
Saab fighter jet offered for sale in Stockton Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 12:32AMIf you've ever had the desire to own a fighter jet, here's your chance.
Spanish Fort rental guidelines pondered Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 12:13AMSPANISH FORT, Ala.—A proposed ordinance to the city’s land use ordinance regarding rental and occupancy standards for single-family dwellings dominated discussion during the Planning Commission’s informal work session.
Calls mount for ban on 'fake pot' Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:46PMHerbal incense also known by brand names Spice, K2 or Buzz is legal and sold in area smoke shops. But parents of teens who have smoked herbal incense and suffered adverse effects are calling for it to be banned.
Linn County reminder: Remove plates after selling your car Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:46PMThe Linn County Treasurer’s Office and the Cedar Rapids Police Department would like to remind residents to remove the license plates from their vehicles after selling the vehicle. This is especially important now that traffic cameras are in place in Cedar Rapids and license plate numbers are used to mail violations [...]
Gold Seeker Closing Report: Gold and Silver End Mixed and Near Unchanged Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:45PMGold climbed to as high as $1244.20 in London , but it then fell back off for most of the rest of trade and ended with a loss of 0.28%. Silver rose to as high as $19.151 before it also fell back off, but it still ended with a gain of 0.21%.
Iron Tech hones chefs' cutting-edge management skills Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:43PMAlamedan teaches course to help restaurants run business efficiently
City may revise liquor-license renewal policy Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:42PMThe Iowa City Council’s use of citations for underage possession of alcohol as the sole criterion for renewing a business’ liquor license could be wiped off the books next week.
Talk of the town Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:36PMThe mega-yacht anchored off the waterfront stretch of Bridgeway this week isn’t the first luxurious yacht to visit the area, but it definitely might be the most expensive.
Man claims huge pot cache for ‘personal use’ Thursday, August 26, 2010 @ 3:30PMMan claims huge pot cache for ‘personal use’ By bob mims The Salt Lake Tribune Updated Aug 26, 2010 02:20PM MDT Centerville police investigating a tip that someone was moving into a vacant home without the owner’s permission ended up seizing a large cache of marijuana. Now, says Centerville police Lt. Paul Child, the would-be occupant has found a new place to dwell: the Davis County Jail. Child ...