Article Archives for 2008-05-11

How much information about a candidate is too much? Where is that line between their personal life and their professional life? Is there even a line?

Globe, La Presse dominate National Newspaper Awards

The Globe and Mail and La Presse led Canada's 59th National Newspaper Awards Friday night, with many prizes handed to stories concerning Canada's involvement in Afghanistan.

Soboba tribal leaders want review of sheriff's policies following fatal shooting

Tribal leaders on the Soboba Indian Reservation say they are ``deeply troubled'' by the actions of five Riverside County sheriff's deputies after a shootout killed a tribal member who had reportedly fired an assault rifle, it was reported today.

Sioux City drops smoking ban

Posted: Saturday, May 10, 2008 at 4:16 p.m. SIOUX CITY, IOWA (AP) -- A city proposal that would have banned smoking at the Argosy Gaming Co. casino in Sioux City will be dropped after the casino has agreed to monitor the air and set aside nonsmoking areas.

Andronicus impresses

BANGALORE: Andronicus, Palazzio’s Sun and Masquenada impressed when the horses were exercised here on Saturday morning (May 10). Inner sand: 800m: Splendid Surprise (Srinath) 54, 600/40.5. Moved on the bit. ...

Museum auction surpasses last year

Friday night’s 40th Annual Morton Museum auction at the VFW Hall might be the most successful auction event the Cooke County Heritage Society has ever held, according to auction chairman Linda Southworth.The auction was dedicated to former Gainesville mayor and civic leader Margaret Parx Hays who died Thursday in North Carolina. (A profile of Hays’ life and accomplishments appeared in the Friday ...

After first bet, reporter feels like a winner

As a reporter, I do a whole lot of asking other people why they do those things they do. While they're living life, I'm living vicariously -- writing it down in a notebook, or recording it through audio or video.

Cool weather doesn't keep crowd away from track

The fans wore fleece jackets. A few wore earmuffs.

Sioux City proposed casino smoking ban appears dead

Associated Press - May 10, 2008 4:14 PM ET SIOUX CITY, Iowa (AP) - A city proposal that would have banned smoking at the Argosy Gaming Co. casino in Sioux City will be dropped after the casino...

Linked by Eugenia Loli-Queru on Thu 27th Dec 2007 05:38 UTC

A few weeks ago I published an editorial on the new school of videographers that has recently started to emerge as profoundly as digital art photography did a few years ago.

Trucking company office manager sentenced to 10 years

Associated Press - May 10, 2008 3:24 PM ET WATERLOO, Iowa (AP) - A former Waterloo trucking company office manager is going to prison after she and her husband pleaded guilty to taking more...

Happy Birthday, Ellen!

Yep, she's 50! Ellen DeGeneres is celebrating the big 5-0 with a star-studded blowout carnival and casino-themed bash tonight on the Warner Bros. lot in Burbank. I'm told...

A Horse From Japan Dominates at Belmont

Making only his second start, Casino Drive romped to a five-and-three-quarter-length victory Saturday in the $200,000 Peter Pan Stakes for 3-year-olds at Belmont Park.

Saturday's sports briefs

Eric Staal's four goals led Canada to a 10-1 rout of Germany 10-1 for its fifth consecutive victory at the hockey world championships on Saturday in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

OCEANSIDE: City wants to raise casino fee

OCEANSIDE ---- With the economy in a slump and tax revenues flattening, Oceanside is looking to the cards for a way to bolster revenues. The city's draft, two-year budget, unveiled last week, proposes the first increase in the city's annual card-room

On Casinos

Candidates in the Assembly District 14 race were asked their views on urban casinos as an economic development strategy. I supported both of the statewide initiatives to allow Native American gaming.

Will Hutton: Forget the naysayers - America remains an inspiration to us all

Will Hutton: The US will recover from the credit crunch. Already there is an aggression and activism about how to respond that makes the British look limp

Casino Drive romps in Belmont's Peter Pan Stakes

NEW YORK (AP) - The Kentucky Derby's winning jockey - Louisiana-born Kent Desormeaux - was aboard Casino Drive when that colt romped to a 5 3/4-length victory Saturday in the Saturday in the $200,000 Peter Pan Stakes for 3-year-olds at Belmont Park.

Timothy Bradley Takes Junior Witter's WBC Light-Welterweight Title By Split Decision!

10.05.08 - by James Slater , photo by Tom Casino/Showtime -- Tonight, in Nottingham, England, unbeaten 24 year old Timothy Bradley of Palm Springs in the U.S took defending WBC light-welterweight champion Junior Witter's belt via a close but well deserved split decision.

The Perp Walk

A roundup of the latest white-collar reports.

7 Fixes for a Market Failure

The financial system is substantially frozen.

The missing multi-millionaire: A cut-throat mystery for the new Cold War

There was blood on the carpet. Lots of it. The room was in disarray, but nobody had seen a fight. The villa was secluded in its own private pine wood, yards from a beautiful white beach on the coast of Latvia. The owner was gone.

Pinnacle Project in Atlantic City up in the Air

With the economic downturn and creditors tightening their belts, Pinnacle Entertainment CEO Dan Lee says that the chances of building the Pinnacle mega-resort in Atlantic City are right around 50-50.

Belmont Stakes next for Casino Drive after dominant Peter Pan win

It is on to the Belmont Stakes (G1) for unbeaten Casino Drive, who delivered a decisive 5 3/4-length victory in his North American debut on Saturday in the $200,000 Peter Pan Stakes (G2).

Council studies $13M budget

Parish President Don Menard reviewed the parish's $13,234,330 budget line-by-line with the St. Landry Parish Council Thursday night and council members seemed pleased with what they saw.

Man seeks meth in Suquamish Casino's lost-and-found

A man has been charged in Kitsap County for possession of a controlled substance after he made the mistake of attempting to retrieve a bag containing methamphetamine from the Suquamish Casino's lost-and-found.

GONZALEZ VS. PASTRANA HEADLINES 'SOLO BOXEO' CARD ON MAY 16

LOS ANGELES, May 9 - The super bantamweight division may be in for a shakeup on Friday, May 16, as four of the division's most exciting battlers will be in action in pivotal bouts on TeleFutura's 'Solo Boxeo' from the Morongo Casino Resort & Spa in Cabazon, California.

Greetings from the new British seaside

Boutique hotels, new art galleries, restaurants you'd actually want to eat in - and two million more visitors a year; Britain's resorts are great again.

Eastern to see tax hike

Residents of Eastern York School District will see their property-tax bills increase by about 5.5 percent -- but, for many, that amount will almost exactly match the state tax-relief money coming from casino gambling.

With the legislative session wrapped up, the Wellington Chamber of Commerce held its final legislative breakfast ...

The casino issue was front and center again because, as Wellington chamber members gathered just a few miles away in Mulvane, another casino open house was underway.

Celebrate CB: Schedule of Events

Mayoral proclaimation and the official signal to turn on the Bayliss Park Fountain will happen at 5:30 p.m. Also, the announcement of the 2008 Parade Grand Marshal will be made and the first Treasure Hunt clue will be announced. Bayliss Park will be food vendor headquarters.

OPENER ON ICE

LAKE VERMILION, TOWER — Ted Robertson and his sons, Tony and Robbie have been making the trek north from their home in Chaska, Minn., to Lake Vermilion for the walleye opener for many years.

Behind the scenes with NBC golf announcers

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. -- On Saturday, the Players was a TV event, and a good one. Paul Goydos hit what Johnny Miller, on NBC, called "the shot of his life" into the 18th green. Millions of people were watching on TV. The stands that ring the green were maybe one-third filled.

Roddick and Stepanek withdraw from semifinals

9:06 p.m. Undetermined number of dead and injured in Picher

Search and rescue teams are currently being dispatched in Picher, Okla. Ottawa County Sheriff Terry Durborow said that there are an undetermined number of dead and injured following the tornado that struck the town on Saturday.

Inland Community News briefs for Sunday, May 11

Old Timers horse show on tap VALLEY CENTER ---- The Valley Center Vaqueros will present its Old Timers Show featuring open classes for riders ages 29 and older at 9 a.m. May 11 at Aerie Park, Aerie and Betsworth roads. Cost is $5 per class for riders. Call (760) 751-2348.

9:14 p.m. Newton County sheriff: Storm “absolutely leveled many homes”

Three residents of northern Newton County were killed and others were injured when a tornado with winds of at least 80 miles per hour swept through the area on Saturday.

Hundreds turn out for casino job fair

Chris Curry will soon have a new job as a slot-machine attendant. Ashley Mehrer was hired as a players’ club representative.

Hartigan Wins Hilltop Stakes After Race Is Switched From Turf to Dirt

Heavy rain Thursday and Friday knocks the five scheduled turf races Saturday at Pimlico onto the dirt, triggering a mass defection of 37 horses from the day's card.

They're doing it Frank Sinatra's way

Ten years after his death, Ol'Blue Eyes is the color of money under a new deal between the family and Warner Music Group Corp. A new era is beginning in the career of Frank Sinatra even if the Chairman of the Board isn't here to participate.

Make A Wish Comes True

The wish of a local 9 year-old girl fighting cancer came true on Saturday.

You're off the Rimmel case, Agent Gemma

Having clinched a role in the new Bond movie, Gemma Arterton is set to be the next big thing in the acting world. But Gemma, who was also in St Trinian's, has learned the hard way not to take anything for granted

Latest on Severe Weather

(Collierville, TN 5/10/2008) Collierville High School's prom has been cancelled for this evening due to severe weather in the area.

'Glory' to miss race?

LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Recapturetheglory might skip the Preakness after developing a fever. The colt finished fifth in the Kentucky Derby. Assistant trainer Lara Van Deren said the colt became feverish Friday night and his temperature spiked at 102 degrees yesterday morning. The horse was given medication as a precaution and will have blood work done.

Child Safety Fair teaches car seat installation

Safe Kids Magic Valley and Cactus Petes Resort Casino will host a free car-themed Child Safety Fair from 2 to 6 p.m. May 19 at the Combined School Parking Lot, 2201 Progressive Drive in Jackpot, Nev.

What Moms Want

With a little nudge from the Press-Telegram, women from around the area tell us about their dream day.

GM pledges $200 million to end strike

General Motors Corp. has agreed to kick in up to $200 million to help bring an end to a bitter 10-week strike at parts supplier American Axle and Manufacturing Holdings Inc., the Associated Press reported last week.

Casinos feeling an economic pinch, too

factors may affect kansas Kansas won't get an industry that is immune from economic slumps when its four new casinos open in two years. Casino companies, including those bidding to build resorts in Sumner County, reported declining revenue last week. Recession worries and soaring gas prices are partly to blame, they said. "We have been seen as recession-proof, but we are all learning as an ...

05/10/08 Around the Valley

TOPPENISH -- Legends Casino officials are asking patrons not to be alarmed over the recent construction tape and uprooting of carpet.

On The Acorn repeats in the Jim Murray at Hollywood Park

He goes off at 9-1 odds and beats heavily favored Champs Elysees by a nose. Trainer Mike Mitchell kept telling the six owners of On The Acorn that the 7-year-old gelding was doing super. "Better than last year," Mitchell said.

Your tax rebate check can pay for a little fun

NEW YORK: A getaway to the Dominican Republic. A road trip with the kids. Even a weekend in Vegas — as long as you take it easy in the casino.

Esquibel wins at Sky City

Tonight at Sky City Casino in Acoma, N.M.: Weathering a rough knockdown in the fourth, Albuquerque featherweight Matthew "Papitas" Esquivel (8-0, 4 KOs) rose from the canvas, then to the occassion, to defeat the toughest opponent in his career in Luis Cervantes (7-2-3, 2 KOs), of Cathedral City, Calif.

Sports

CAROLINA -- Baseball at Virginia, 1 p.m. Women's Lacrosse vs. Virginia in ACC Tournament, (at Charlottesville) 1 p.m. Softball: If necessary in the double-elimination tournament, the championship game of the ACC Tournament is scheduled for noon at College Park. (Weather permitting, of course; rain delayed several games in the first rounds.)

By Jim Breuer Special to the News-Post

The flight from Baltimore/Washington Interntional Airport to San Juan takes a little over three hours. Upon arrival you are greeted by sun and light and affable, enthusiastic people.

Publishers try to revive James Bond's original franchise -- books

In the 44 years since the death of writer Ian Fleming, his fictional character James Bond has flourished as a movie star. As a literary figure, however, Bond has looked more like Inspector Clouseau.

Blueridge Western wins Berry's Creek

EAST RUTHERFORD — Blueridge Western made a strong stretch run to win the $215,000 Berry's Creek on Saturday night at The Meadowlands Racetrack. The Berry's Creek is the first major stakes race for 3-year-old colts and a steppingstone to the $1 million Meadowlands Pace on July 19.

SUNDAY'S CALENDAR

Bark in the Park 2 Zephyr Field, 6000 Airline Drive, Metairie.

South Elgin Parks and Recreation

Community Garden Plots: South Elgin Parks & Recreation will be offering their community garden plots are 10 by 14 and will be rented at a price of $35 per season. We will till the plots, provide access to water on-site, and will provide mushroom compost to be used at the gardener's discretion.

Embattled Blagojevich's agenda could take hit with Rezko verdict

While there is arguably no good time for a governor to have one of his political insiders on federal trial, the looming verdict in the case of Gov. Rod Blagojevich's pal Tony Rezko likely couldn't come at a worse time.

Londoners embrace James Bond mania

This month marks the 100th anniversary of the birth of author Ian Fleming, which makes as good an excuse as any for a new round of mania about his most enduring creation: James Bond.

Irvin Favre Classic honors coach

T he Irvin Favre Showcase Classic will tee off June 21 at Windance Country Club as just one of the highlights of this summer's charity events, and the money raised in the patriarch's name and the scholarships awarded personify his work as coach, father, husband and friend.

The Reality Of Being A Weeki Wachee Mermaid

WEEKI WACHEE - Perched on the edge of a turquoise throne, above sea level, the beautiful mermaid swishes her tail as she waits for the camera's flash.

Help wanted: Organizers prepare for senior party

Volunteers are needed for this year's Project Graduation, an annual party at Henderson County High School that will take place after graduation on May 28.

Primary decides state House race

The May 20 primary election will decide whether state Rep. David Watkins will continue to represent the bulk of Henderson County in the state House of Representatives or whether he will be replaced by former magistrate Herb McKee.

Hingham official to become Middleborough manager

Charles Cristello is leaving Hingham Town Hall after 16 years as town administrator to become Middleborough's town manager in July.

Dangerous crossing

ABINGTON Between 2003 and 2006, police responded to an average of 21 accidents per year at the intersection of Bedford and Randolph streets, where routes 18 and 139 cross. Last year, though, that number dropped to just 13 after state highway officials reconfigured the crossing, adding new lanes and directional arrows. But a recent report by Abington police shows a ...

Deadly storms slam area

A tornado that ripped late Saturday afternoon through Kansas, Oklahoma and Missouri is being blamed for at least five deaths in Picher, Okla., and at least six deaths in Newton County in Missouri.

Travel briefs: Sunday, May 11, 2008

TOP 10 Golf resorts The best "green” golf resorts, according to Golf magazine: 1. Kiawah Islan

Fournier named deputy chief

AMESBURY Mayor Thatcher W. Kezer III and Fire Chief Jonathan Brickett recently announced the appointment of firefighter Glenn Fournier as deputy fire chief. Fournier was one of four internal candidates who applied to fill the position vacated by Kezer's recent appointment of Brickett as the city's new fire chief. Fournier began his career in Amesbury in 1980 as a call ...

The Bad Plus performs here May 17

The Churchill Arts Council presents a performance by one of the most eclectic and innovative ensembles in contemporary music, The Bad Plus, at the Oats Park Art Center, 151 E. Park St., May 17, at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. and there will be a no-host bar.Tickets are $17 for CAC members, $20 for non-members and $10 for children/students and they are available at Jeff's Copy Express, Postage ...

Fallon UNR alumni Steppin' Out May 18

The Fallon Alumni Chapter of the University of Nevada will host a Steppin' Out bus, dinner and show package for Sunday, May 18, to see "Floor Play". The show is playing at the Eldorado Hotel/Casino, and it features a cast of international, award-winning dancers and musicians. Cost of $60 per person includes round-trip bus transportation; drinks and snacks on the bus; reserved seats; and a buffet ...

Crews race to finish Foxwoods' MGM Grand

Jim Barry unfurled a plastic drop cloth over gift-shop shelves already stacked with MGM Grand at Foxwoods T-shirts.

'A Remarkable Mother,' by Jimmy Carter

On her 70th birthday, Lillian Carter wrote a letter to her family from India, where she was serving as a nurse in the Peace Corps. ...

'Save the Last Dance,' by Gerald Stern

There's a distinctly incantatory quality to Gerald Stern's verse. Not that there's anything high-falutin' about it. ...

Yuma glance - 5-11-08

Beginning Monday, parents can register their children for kindergarten at Gwyneth Ham Elementary School, 840 E. 22nd St., in the 2008-09 year. Children must be 5 by Aug. 31 and must live in the school's attendance boundary in order to attend.

Severe storms sweep through the Mid-South Saturday night

An intense round of severe weather swept through the Mid-South late Saturday afternoon and Saturday night, knocking out power and causing widespread property damage.

Council Will Consider 'Agreement' To Avoid Argosy Smoking Ban

Sioux City's proposed smoking ban at the Argosy Casino may be off the table. That's after casino officials and several members of the city council came up with an agreement that could ease everyone's concerns.

CHC rolls through sectional

LAMAR, Mo. — College Heights Christian School’s track teams exceeded expectations at Saturday’s Class 2 sectional meet at Lamar High School.The Cougars qualified a total of 26 entries — 12 boys and 14 girls — for next weekend’s state meet at Lincoln University in Jefferson City.“It was a great day, better than expected,” Cougars coach Daniel Lewis said.

You could spend your income tax rebate on a few days of travel

Beach time in Bermuda. A few days in Vegas (as long as you take it easy in the casino). A cruise to Canada or to nowhere in particular. A walk into history in Philadelphia, Boston or Williamsburg.

'Ghost' to test Wilder nightclub

There's no wilder tale in Wilder than poltergeists at Bobby Mackey's nightclub.

Bowman slides into big investment in fun

Compiled by LAUREN DONOVANBismarck Tribune Bowman is set to slide into a lot of fun, but maybe not in time for this summer.

Laughlin board will have busy Tuesday meeting

LAUGHLIN - A half-dozen items, with two being routine, will face the reinforced ranks of the Laughlin Town Advisory Board at its regular meeting Tuesday.

Taking a look back

JOLIET -- In 1993, local officials gambled that a downtown casino would revitalize the heart of the city.

Harrah's marks 15 years

JOLIET -- Harrah's Casino, 151 N. Joliet St., is celebrating "15 Fabulous Years" this month with all kinds of special events.

Casino funds may help save homes

It's only May, and there already have been more foreclosure notices through the Kane County Recorder's Office than there were for all of 2007. That disturbing fact has caught almost everyone's notice, including those of county board members, who are set to try to do something by approving a $50,000 riverboat grant for a foreclosure-prevention counseling program.

Fare playing field

There was the driver whose taxicab filled with exhaust when he drove. Vickie Watson, in charge of cab licensing at the South Elgin Police Department, threatened to revoke his certification until the driver had that fixed. Then there was the man who was so rude to employees and other people, including children, waiting in the police department lobby that Watson refused to issue him a license. ...

What happens in Vegas isn't kept secret from Hollywood

Las Vegas is one of those places where you can let your hair down without worrying about it coming back to haunt you.

Japan's Casino Drive hooks Peter Pan; Belmont is next

Japan-based Casino Drive romped to a 53/4-length victory yesterday in the $200,000, Grade II Peter Pan Stakes at Belmont Park -- positioning himself for a run in the Belmont Stakes.

Several games of political chicken converging at one intersection

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Variable change in the life of J.P. Massar

PLATTSBURGH -- It's not every day that a two-time Oscar winner portrays a character based on the high-roller life of Mount Assumption Institute alum J.P. Massar.

A winning hand?

TLANTIC CITY, N.J. - The ads were titled "Help Yourself, Help Atlantic City, Help New Jersey," and they made a series of promises, if only voters would pull the "yes" lever to legalize casino gambling.

My mind was in the gutter (ball) ...

I walked into the Nevada Historical Society earlier this week in my vermillion shirt with the black short sleeves, Sascha the Hamm's Beer bear embroidered on one pocket, "Walker & Melarkey's Flying A" across the back and the shirt-tail hanging out. NHS head librarian Mike Maher looked up.

Our turn to care for Mom

Barbara Pennington treasures the bond she has with her mother. Since her father died more than five years ago, she has been her mother's primary caregiver.

Sports in Brief: Staal stars in Canada's hockey win

Eric Staal scored four goals to help Canada rout Germany, 10-1, yesterday for its fifth straight win at the hockey world championships in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Canada will face Finland tomorrow. Martin St. Louis had five assists, and Jason Spezza, Dany Heatley, Patrick Sharp, Derek Roy and Mike Green scored the rest of the goals.

Slow growth beats no growth

Downtown thrives, DuPont grows, airplanes nourish Frederickson and the military maintains its lead.

The tiny Central American country of Belize is no longer under the radar

Sun-soaked Belize Church of England missionary Charles Frederick Pascoe wrote in 1893 that Belize – then known as British Honduras – was a “remote and isolated place.”

Celebrate mom on her special day

Palm Desert's Living Desert Zoo and Botanical Gardens will host a special Mother's Day breakfast featuring a wild flower walk and an up-close viewing of the zoo's Amur leopards.

Treat your mom to a special day

Want to shower your mom with surprises this Mother's Day?

Make a personalized game just for Mom

About, oh, 35 years ago at my parents' house, this is what you'd hear my mom scream out every Saturday night:

Bonk finds way in Triple Play

Bay Meadows' version of a reality television show - call it "Which $10,000 Claimer Wants to Win a $60,000 Race?" - ended Saturday when Bonk rallied through an opening on the rail and went on to a 3-length victory in the finale of the Triple Play Starter...

On the Acorn repeats in Murray 'Cap

On the Acorn won the $250,000 Jim Murray Memorial Handicap at Hollywood Park for the second straight year, rallying in the final yards to nose out fellow British-bred and overwhelming favorite Champs Elysee on Saturday.

CryptoLogic and 888 Sign Gambling Deal

Even as there are hundreds of online casinos around, there are only a few giants in the world of online gambling. When two of these giants join forces, it is noteworthy news.

MGM Grand at Foxwoods to open in Connecticut

You'd think the largest and most consistently successful casino in the country would be in glamorous Las Vegas or seaside Atlantic City.

Where the stars lead, others follow

GRACE BAY, Turks and Caicos - Legendary rocker Keith Richards was out of uniform. No dangling cigarette, no wailing guitar, no stormy look. As a matter of fact, he was grinning. And scratching the tummy of a shaggy black munchkin of a dog.

Rubber bullets used as fans celebrate Basel's Super League win

Basel, Switzerland - Police used rubber bullets Saturday night as fans took to the streets of Basel following the home team's victory at St Jakob Park. FC Basel snatched Switzerland's top football trophy for the 12th time, seeing off Young Boys Berne...

Timothy Bradley: “I knew this fight was mine”

NOTTINGHAM, ENGLAND (May 10, 2008) -- Photo by Tom Casino / Showtime - There's a new sheriff in Nottingham and his name is TIMOTHY "DESERT STORM" BRADLEY! The undefeated Bradley from Palm Springs, California, entered the ring at the Trent FM Arena in Nottingham, England tonight as the No. 1 contender and mandatory challenger and exited it as the new World Boxing Council (WBC) super lightweight ...

Cherries & Changes

TRAVERSE CITY -- Visiting here is like jumping into a painting. It starts with that brilliant blue, that first grand glimpse of Grand Traverse Bay. Add swirls of cherry red. Dashes of cherry-blossom white.

Briefs | Track and field: Ex-Husky Walker prevails in Japan

Track and field World champion Walker wins Grand Prix meet: World champion Brad Walker, a former Washington Huskies standout, won the pole...

007 on exhibit

LONDON - He worked for British intelligence and traveled the world in style. He loved fast cars, dry martinis and beautiful women.

Pa. justices reaffirm go-ahead for S. Phila. casino

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has again shot down an effort by City Council to stall construction of a Foxwoods casino in South Philadelphia. The court refused Friday to reconsider its April 2 decision ordering the city to approve zoning changes needed for the casino. That ruling also forced the city to turn over control of gas and water rights-of-way. Council attorneys had argued that the ...

Arciero appeals Motorplex ownership ruling

It's not over for Frank Arciero Sr. The Southern California racing magnate last week appealed a federal judge's ruling that awarded 100 percent ownership of the Yuba County Motorplex to Arciero's partner, Illinois industrialist Gerald Forsythe.

Hospitality Leader Delaware North Companies Suggests Wide Array of Summer Getaways and Activities Using Tax Rebates

Delaware North Companies, a global hospitality leader, has compiled a list of some unique, relaxing and just down right fun ways to spend your tax refund, experience new things and relax for a while. (PRWeb May 11, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2008/05/prweb933854.htm

Cape May Convention Hall closed - for good

CAPE MAY - It would cost too much to shore up aging Cape May Convention Hall to make it safe for the 2008 summer season, so it will remain closed to the public while plans move a bit quicker to build a new one.

Peter Pan win puts colt in Belmont picture

NEW YORK — Unbeaten Casino Drive is on his way to the Belmont Stakes.

ARC Music Tracks Feature in New Indiana Jones Movie - Kingdom of the Crystal Skull

The long awaited and eagerly anticipated new instalment of Steven Spielberg's blockbuster "Indiana Jones" movies is finally coming to our cinemas this spring - and it features Russian folk music from ARC Music album Best of Russian Folk Songs, EUCD1146. (PRWeb May 11, 2008) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/indiana/jones/prweb931084.htm

Sony DVDs sign Galaxy as local distributor

VietNamNet Bridge - Sony Pictures Home Entertainment (SPHE) and its Vietnamese partner Galaxy Studio have entered into a distribution agreement that will allow the studio to release Sony Pictures Home Entertainment titles to DVD in Vietnam.

Mendes courts a new generation

Sergio Mendes found fame as part of an era, symbolized in the name of his first band, Brasil 66, inventing a smooth, jazzy bossa nova pop sound that's the very essence of the cooled-out '60s. Later versions of the group in subsequent decades -- Brasil 77, Brasil 88 -- didn't have nearly the same impact.

Betting mogul eyes SA

Sports betting company Victor Chandler has revealed that it regards the potential in South Africa as "huge".

Analyst Meeting Business Editors

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Board debates relocating students

QUAKERTOWN SCHOOLS - The school district has developed a plan for moving students during construction projects, but some question the cost.

WiiWare ready for US launch

The non-retro Wii download channel, WiiWare, will launch in the USA tomorrow, and Nintendo's official website confirms what the new service will kick-off with.

Jersey Boys Get Vegas Room

How hot is Jersey Boys, the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical tracing the lives and careers of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons? After launching a national tour and productions in Chicago and London, it just opened Saturday at a custom-built venue in Las Vegas.

The hum of seaside night life in Newport

NEWPORT - In the warmer months, when day fades into night, Newport comes alive. Its labyrinth of lanes such as Thames Street, Broadway, and America's Cup Avenue fills with tourists and locals headed to taverns, restaurants, and live music clubs.

Join the stampede

CALGARY, ALBERTA DISTANCE FROM BOSTON: 2,580 miles

Cuts Bring An Outcry From Tribal Members

All is not well in the Kingdom of Mashantucket. It's no secret that the casino business is off. Slots are down. Competition is growing. When

Diplomatic Force Safely in Brisbane

Victorian three-year-old Diplomatic Force has arrived in Brisbane for a two-race winter campaign after a marathon float trip. The Wayne Nichols-trained gelding made it to Queensland on Wednesday after spending almost 18 hours on the road from his base in Benalla.

Weak economy trumps casinos

Historically, Vegas has been relatively immune to the problems that plague the broader economy. Last year, for instance, while the rest of the economy was starting to crack, shares of the largest Las Vegas casino operator, MGM Mirage, gained 47 percent, and that after a 56 percent gain in 2006.

Teens team up to tackle 3-Day walk

It's not easy to commit to walking 60 miles in three days or to raising a minimum donation of $2,200 per person to fight breast cancer but that's the task before five Garden City High School students.

Ex-boyfriend charged in murder of Westland woman

Moments before her ex-boyfriend was arraigned Friday on murder charges, 21-year-old Laci Green of Westland was described by family friends as a church-going, ambitious young woman who had ended a bad relationship and immersed herself in her nursing studies at Schoolcraft College.

Civic group: Smoking ban hurts business

The president of a local civic group is blasting state lawmakers who are on the verge of approving legislation that could have a serious impact on its bingo operations.

Las Vegas can be kid-friendly

Cheap hotels, every kind of food you can imagine. Plenty of sizzle, spectacle, first-rate theatrical productions, giant red rocks for climbing and water playgrounds.

Anne Marie Felger Michael David Smith

SMITH-FELGER: Anne Marie Felger and Michael David Smith, both of Fort Wayne, were married April 2 at Monte Carlo Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas.

Beach resorts cater more to families

NEW YORK – More beach resorts are offering pools with water slides, no-cost children’s programs and other amenities that make them attractive, affordable alternatives for families looking for one-stop vacations, according to Parents magazine.

Hampton Beach, prepping for season, hopes for the sun and Canadians

HAMPTON — A cool breeze blows off the ocean, keeping the beach season at arm's length.

D'Antoni reportedly accepts Knicks' offer

NEW YORK – Mike D’Antoni has agreed to coach the New York Knicks, bringing his entertaining offensive style from the Phoenix Suns to a team coming off one of the worst seasons in its history.

Woman Pleads Guilty To Taking $1 Million

WATERLOO, Iowa -- A former Waterloo trucking company office manager is going to prison after she and her husband pleaded guilty to taking more than $1 million from the company over three years.

Where can $600 take you?

You could spend your income tax rebate on a few days of travel Beach time in Bermuda. A few days in Vegas (as long as you take it easy in the casino). A cruise to Canada or to nowhere in particular. A walk into history in Philadelphia, Boston or Williamsburg.

05/11/08 10:03 a.m. 14 dead in SW Mo. after tornado, other severe weather

SENECA, Mo. (AP) — Crews combed farm fields Sunday looking for bodies and survivors of severe storms and tornadoes that struck southwest Missouri on Saturday, killing at least 14 people.

Heritage alive and kicking

You know a cultural festival is hip and happening when a modernized play on an epic Bangsamoro oral tradition rivets mall rat spectators and earns the hearty applause of the very people from whom the tale originated—the Maranaos themselves.

PASG seizes smuggled sugar

SOME 22,000 sacks of smuggled imported sugar worth P30 million were uncovered by the Presidential Anti-Smuggling Group (PASG)in Meycauayan, Bulacan.

Classic Kate hits the jackpot

In life and love the star of 21 is on a roll, writes Sal Morgan.

William "Billy" Aaron Long

William "Billy" Aaron Long, 28, of Farmington passed from this life in the arms of his family Wednesday, May 7, 2008 at San Juan Regional Medical Center. Billy was born May 9, 1979 in Farmington to Ronald Lee Long and Kimberly Lynn Sanders.

Flashback May 12, 1999-2003

In what appears to be a move to strengthen its business interest in the Northern Marianas, Telesource CNMI Inc. is planning to acquire two ferry boats from Tinian Shipping Company Inc. amid deepening financial troubles gripping the shipping firm.

Nelson flies in for Fenech war

A FIT-looking Azumah Nelson says age will not stand in the way of him again flattening arch-rival Jeff Fenech in their "Third World War" next month.

Our sandstone helps build China

A HELIDON quarry that produced sandstone for some of Brisbane's oldest buildings is now helping to build a modern China.

Charge dropped against ex-leader of Maine casino campaign

Prosecutors have dropped a misdemeanor assault charge against the former leader of a referendum campaign to develop a casino in Oxford County.

Assault Charge Dropped Against Casino Campaign Leader

The state attorney general determines the assault case against Seth Carey is not strong enough to take forward.

Today Portuguese celebration

Today, the parade will commence at 10 a.m. from the SDES Lodge and proceed to Sacred Heart Church for 11 a.m. Mass. Serving of the traditional Portuguese sopas will begin at the SDES Hall at 11 a.m. with games, an auction and dancing to follow.

Veterans Club born out of Red, White and Tahoe Blue

The Incline Village/Crystal Bay Veterans Club spends their meeting time debating issues important to local veterans, including ways to make things better for vets staying at local hospitals.

NM throwback card!

If you wanted to see a throwback card, the way boxing used to be, last night’s Romero Promotions card at Sky City Casino was it. If you wanted to see the future of local boxing, the way it ought to be, again, Acoma, N.M. was the place to be.

Domestic Violence Conference

The Domestic Violence Division of the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office, in cooperation with the Mississippi Coalition Against Domestic Violence, will hold its second annual Domestic Violence Conference, held at the Silver Star Hotel and Casino in Choctaw, Mississippi, and is entitled Domestic Violence in Our Communities: Response, Accountability, and Progress.

05/11/08 1:12 p.m. Death toll stands at 14 in three Missouri counties

The death toll in Newton County stands at 12 following a tornado Saturday evening, according to Susie Stonner, spokeswoman for the Missouri State Emergency Management Agency. One death also was reported in Jasper County and one in Barry County, she said, bringing the count to 14 so far.

COMMENTARY: Speedway enlists Zogby to conduct WyCo casino poll

I’ve always been a nerd when it comes to trends in national politics and consumer behavior. So much so that back in college, I signed up to participate in interactive Web-based surveys conducted by Zogby International, a Washington-based polling firm.

05/11/08 10:31 a.m. Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management issues updated information on Saturday storms

Click the link at the left to view a recap of Saturday's storm activity from the National Weather Service.

05/11/08 12:01 p.m. Electric coop reports 1,500 without power

The Northeast Oklahoma Electric Cooperative is reporting that approximately 1,500 members living in portions of Craig and Ottawa counties lost electric service in the aftermath of Saturday’s deadly tornado.

Diocese of Kalibo maintains anti-casino stance in Boracay

BORACAY ISLAND: The Catholic Church here reiterated its opposition to the planned casino in Boracay Island, reported Panay News. The proposal reportedly came from the state-owned Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corp. (PAGCOR).

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