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New Hampshire feels the pain of U.S. economy Monday, July 18, 2011 @ 4:10PMUNITY, New Hampshire (Reuters) - The month of May was a happy milestone for New Hampshire as the jobless rate fell to 4.8 percent, the lowest since December 2008 and the third best rate in the United States.
Ukulele leader sailing into the sunset, eventually Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 11:08PMAfter three decades leading the world-famous string group, Peter Luongo does some serious reflection.
Meet the grounds crew, people with dreams and passions as big as yours Wednesday, July 6, 2011 @ 9:42AMThey cut the greens, rake the bunkers and make everything on a course just so, yet they are invisible to many golfers. Meet the grounds crew, men and women with dreams and passions as big as yours.
Persistence will pay off for summer-job-seeking teens Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 5:09AMHouston Chronicle Saturday, July 2, 2011 If your teen is lucky enough to be spending the summer sitting in a lifeguard stand or filling orders at the local coffee shop, take a moment to congratulate the resourcefulness it took. But what can teens do, now that we're already into July, if they haven't found a job yet despite pounding the pavement and going through the family's Rolodex? New ...
HouseWorks: There are all sorts of handy Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 5:43PMWe write a lot here — OK, I write; you read — about handiness.
Pa. robot institute attracts presidential visit Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 4:34PMNeed help defusing a bomb, mowing a lawn or scraping old paint?
National robot institute merits presidential visit Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 4:02AMPITTSBURGH - Need help defusing a bomb, mowing a lawn or scraping old paint?
President visits robots, co-bots Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 1:10PMNeed help defusing a bomb, mowing a lawn, or scraping old paint? President Barack Obama might see robots that can do those tasks on Friday when he visits the National Robotics Engineering Center at Carnegie Mellon University. It’s one of eight research centers at the school’s Robotics Institute.
Robot institute attracts presidential visit Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 8:44AMshare: digg facebook twitter President Barack Obama might see robots that can do those tasks on Friday when he visits the National Robotics Engineering Center at Carnegie Mellon University. Institute director Matthew Mason told The Associated Press that in the early days of robotics research the vision was for machines to do the dull, dirty or dangerous jobs that humans shun. Veloso now has two ...
Obama: US must invest in high-tech manufacturing Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 6:36AMPresident Barack Obama says the U.S. must invest in new high-tech manufacturing ventures to replace lost jobs and stay competitive with the rest of the world.
US institute designs robots for households, military and industry Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 3:22AMPITTSBURGH, Pa. - Need help defusing a bomb, mowing a lawn, or scraping old paint? President Barack Obama might see robots that can do those tasks on Friday when he visits the National Robotics Engineering Center at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh.
Hometownstations.com-WLIO- Lima, OH News Weather SportsRobot institute attracts presidential visit Friday, June 24, 2011 @ 3:07AMPITTSBURGH (AP) - Need help defusing a bomb, mowing a lawn, or scraping old paint? President Barack Obama might see robots that can do those tasks on Friday when he visits the National Robotics Engineering Center at Carnegie Mellon University.
Lynne Larkin: Failing to listen to what's going on will cost Vero Beach dearly Saturday, June 18, 2011 @ 11:59PMIt pays to listen.
Take it outside: Stumped how to exercise this summer? Try these workouts Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 2:29PMThe sun is shining, the weather is warm – it’s time to get up off that couch and get moving! Outdoor exercise can actually burn more calories than indoor exercise if done right, says Ben Greenfield, owner of Pacific Elite Fitness, which has locations across the country.
Top official pledges G.I. Vets Home to stay in county Wednesday, June 15, 2011 @ 1:08AMWhenever the time comes to rebuild the Grand Island Veterans Home, it will stay in Hall County.
Charles Clay still needs a paycheck, resorts to lawn mowing Tuesday, June 14, 2011 @ 5:02PMIt’s mid-June, a time when a rookie taken in the later rounds of April’s draft is usually working out at a mini-camp, trying to prove that he’s worth a spot on the 53-man roster. But despite the optimism percolating over the last few days regarding the NFL’s labor impasse, the lockout still has gone anywhere, leaving [...]
Weird but true Tuesday, June 14, 2011 @ 1:51AMA Miami newspaper is feeling some heat today. In one of the most embarrassing mistakes since 1948, when the Chicago Tribune proclaimed "Dewey Defeats Truman," yesterday's Miami Herald ran an ad congratulating the Heat for their win over Dallas. The Mavericks beat the Heat, 105-95, Sunday night to win...
Draft Pick Mowing Lawns To Pay Bills Sunday, June 12, 2011 @ 10:04AMCharles Clay is taking odd jobs around Tulsa while he waits for the NFL lockout to end
Dish washer or car washer? Gender divide alive and well Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 6:16PMSO MUCH for the sexual revolution. When it comes to chores around the home, the gender divide appears to be as yawning a chasm as it was before the Swinging Sixties.
Study: 40 percent of college grads under-employed Thursday, June 2, 2011 @ 9:27AMBrian Christenson took a film studies class in high school that captured his interest and led him to major in the subject at the University of Colorado.
From the comments: How do Flint families raise children in crime-infested neighborhoods? Wednesday, June 1, 2011 @ 8:51AMFLINT, Michigan — Flint’s national No.1 violent crime ranking stirred vigorous debate among readers about how neighborhood crime affects children and what can be done about it.
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Santa Rosa State Assemblyman Wants To Regulate DUI Checkpoints Saturday, May 28, 2011 @ 1:25PMA State Assemblyman from Santa Rosa's bill to end using DUI checkpoints as a target to immigrant communities is now headed to the Senate.
Lakers great West joins Warriors as an adviser Saturday, May 21, 2011 @ 6:38AMNba OAKLAND, Calif. - The Golden State Warriors hired Jerry West to join the franchise's front office in an advisory role and be a member of the executive board. The Warriors announced yesterday that West will work with the basketball operations staff and the business arm of the team. He will report directly to owners Joe Lacob and Peter Guber. The Hall of Famer was a 14-time All-Star with the ...
Belmont 8, Newfound 4 Saturday, May 21, 2011 @ 6:38AMBelmont (4-10) built an 8-1 lead through the fifth inning to get a road win at Newfound (2-12). Mary Kate Russo (1-for-2, two runs, two walks) got the scoring started for the Red Raiders in the second inning when she tripled and scored on a throwing error. Belmont added multiple runs in the following three innings to build its seven-run lead. Britni Spaulding (2-for-3, RBI, run), Courtney Clary ...
Franklin 13, Bow 1 Saturday, May 21, 2011 @ 6:38AMThe Golden Tornadoes (11-5) jumped to an early 3-0 lead and never looked back as they added multiple runs in four different innings to end the game after six. The offense was led by Jess Anderson (three hits, three runs, two RBI and two steals) and Liz Pellerin (two hits, one run, two RBI), while Mariah Gauthier, Ashley Corson and Bry Donisi also contributed hits. The Tornadoes pounded out 15 ...
Mowing remains priority, but new ideas fail to come to fruition Wednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 7:46PMCity officials have looked at almost every conceivable way to address the rash of unkempt lawns in Freeport.
Rainy Weather Impacting Lawn Care Wednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 6:36PMAll of the wet weather over the past week is impacting landscapers and lawn care professionals in the Valley.
Working for a better life Wednesday, May 18, 2011 @ 11:45AMby Nick Veronin When he was younger, Harold Black enjoyed taking on all the work it took to maintain his garden and small orchard. But now, the 77-year-old has turned to the Day Worker Center of Mountain View to keep it all up.
Tom Coburn Helped Cover Up John Ensign Affair: Senate Ethics Report Thursday, May 12, 2011 @ 4:56PMEnsign resigned from the Senate earlier this month, but had admitted in 2009 to having an affair with Cynthia Hampton -- his former campaign aide and the wife of Doug Hampton.
Police: Allegations in city mower death inconclusive Thursday, May 5, 2011 @ 7:06PMThe months-long police investigation into last year's lawn mower death of a city worker is done, delivered -- and largely inconclusive.
41st ANNUAL SPRING RUMMAGE SALE: Wednesday, April 27, 2011 @ 9:48AMat Trinity Church in Princeton. Men’s & Ladies Fashions Preview, April 29th, 6:30 pm-9 pm; entry fee payable at door. Spring Rummage Sale, April 30th, 9 am-3 pm. All proceeds benefit Trinity’s Outreach programs.
Money Matters – Kids & Cash: Allowances Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 10:04PMI do believe kids should get an allowance and I also believe it should not be tied to work that they do around the house.
Leadership Worthington invites volunteers to help on Service Day Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 1:32PMSenior citizens who need a hand with household chores are invited to contact Leadership Worthington (LW) to get their names on the Service Day list.
The White House Wants YOU to Help Military Families Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 1:17PMAmericans are asked to lend a helping hand. The White House launched its Joining Forces campaign Tuesday to encourage Americans from all segments of society to extend a helping hand to military families.
First lady visits Camp Lejeune, launches military family program Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 11:17AMJACKSONVILLE - First Lady Michelle Obama told 3,000 Marines and their families at Camp Lejeune that her latest national initiative will help them cope with the unique difficulties of military life.
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My Washing Machine Texts Me When the Whites Are Done Tuesday, March 15, 2011 @ 10:16AMFuzzy-headed and inquisitive after a long night of sleep, I levitate a morning news screen to eye level.
Save $50,000: Do your own home maintenance Monday, March 14, 2011 @ 5:52PMThe strategy: Ditch the pros and tackle routine outdoor maintenance and energy-saving chores yourself.
Be a good neighbor to newcomers Sunday, March 6, 2011 @ 1:04AMChange is inevitable. Seasons change, jobs change, styles change and most of it is pretty easy to take in stride. But what happens when you aren't expecting change and the process is difficult?
A community discovers true grit Saturday, March 5, 2011 @ 5:10PMSandra Wright has been perfecting the plan of her new dream house. Drawing a dividing wall, rubbing it out, making a feature of the entranceway with angled doors and emphatically placing her kitchen island where she knows everyone in the family will use it.
Consumers and businesses brace for effects of higher fuel prices Saturday, March 5, 2011 @ 12:10PMGasoline is at $3.50 per gallon. Diesel fuel, the lifeblood of the economy, $3.90. And the increasing costs are driving up prices on everything from groceries to steel.
Effort in the garden now means less maintenance later Thursday, March 3, 2011 @ 8:04PMAlthough our landscapes always require a certain amount of regular maintenance, it should not be a burden to you.
City: Red tape holding up water, sewer work for Walmart Supercenter Thursday, March 3, 2011 @ 3:54PMFrustrated city officials are seeking the help of U.S. Rep. Heath Shuler , Sens. Richard Burr and Kay Hagan and Gov. Bev Perdue in order to cut through the federal red tape that is holding up water and sewer service to the new Walmart Supercenter.
Entrepreneurship training, resources may be increasing Saturday, February 26, 2011 @ 11:00PMTo be blunt, some business ideas are bad ones, said Mary Ross, executive director of Workforce Solutions of West Central Texas. That type of feedback isn't always available in Abilene, she said, even though local entrepreneurs can get free advice on topics such as creating a business plan from the Texas Tech University Small Business Development Center in Abilene.
Local Impacts of Two Chicago Power Plants a Fraction of What Is Claimed, New Studies Find Monday, February 14, 2011 @ 2:38PMNew studies by national experts in air quality monitoring and public health find that the impacts of two Chicago power plants on local air quality are a fraction of what has been claimed by those seeking to close them.
How to get in shape while doing your household chores Sunday, February 13, 2011 @ 1:27AM(ARA) - As the days start getting longer and warmer, folks are again pondering ways to be more active. Joining a gym or beginning a workout regimen are great ways to get in shape, but exercising more can also be as simple as resolving to complete daily chores around the house.
Wake Forest man is finalist for 'Beerdrinker of the Year' Wednesday, February 9, 2011 @ 1:57PMMike Dixon, 43, of Wake Forest, is a finalist for the "2011 Beerdrinker of the Year" contest sponsored by the Wynkoop Brewing Company. "It's about time," says Dixon, who has applied every year for the last decade and been a semifinalist four times before.
Women still a rarity in top film jobs Monday, February 7, 2011 @ 1:21PMKathryn Bigelow made history when she won best director for "The Hurt Locker," which also won best picture. ( Jonathan Olley / Summit Entertainment ) A woman is more likely to hold a seat on a Fortune 500 company board (15%), serve as a member of the clergy (15%) or work as an aerospace engineer (10%) than she is to direct a Hollywood movie (7%).
Taking time Saturday, February 5, 2011 @ 2:54PMHe was a young boy who grew up with a father who focused less on relationship and more on performance. The father's standards were often unattainable, especially since the father failed to explain processes, perceptions, the possibilities of failures and how to learn from them. He communicated only expectations.