Article Archives for 2010-01-31

Alberto Contador is starting the 2010 season with even better training data than in 2009, an indication that the 27 year-old multiple Grand Tour winner can make further progress in performance during the season.

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Late, Late Show Results From Vegas

Late, Late Show Results From Vegas. Disputed decisions, prospects and Mosley appearance.

exhibits calendar

BRIDGEPORT Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo , 1875 Noble Ave. Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Lecture on horseshoe crabs Wed 7 p.m., free; Tiny Adventurers Sept. 23 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. Admission $11; $9 ages 3 to 11, seniors. 203-394-6565, www.beardsleyzoo.org for details and upcoming events.

After-prom fundraisers range from concessions to flamingo flocking

High school prom night isn't until spring, but preparation starts early on, not just for the dance but also for the after-prom.

Wise doesn't expect casino windfall

South-Western schools superintendent Bill Wise told those attending the Jan. 25 school board meeting that it's difficult to tell how much money the school district will receive if a $250-million casino is built at the Delphi site in the Westland area.

Singles for show, doubles for dough

THERE'S this saying in golf. 'Drive for show, putt for dough.'

As New Jersey Tightens Its Belt, the Racing Industry Holds Its Breath

A report issued this month suggested solutions to financial problems that included possibly closing Meadowlands Racetrack and drastically reducing the number of racing days at Monmouth Park.

Miss America Pageant Saturday

53 beauty queens vie for the Miss America crown Saturday night.

Gold Coast gambling addict to appeal

Harry Kakavas to challenge Victorian court's ruling that Crown Casino not responsible for his $35 million loss.

Sunday: Gambling addiction nearly destroys woman's life

Rebecca is a mother of three and a practicing licensed professional counselor. She also is one of a growing number of Tulsans whose lives have been disrupted by an uncontrollable compulsion to gamble.

Sir Cameron Mackintosh's theatres to stay open for ever

SIR Cameron Mackintosh, the flamboyant impresario who has made millions out of the theatre, is pouring it back in so that the show goes on for ever.

Dispatch from Haiti: Harris Corp delivers radios

Harris Corp. has shipped 300 handheld radios and seven satellite communications systems to Haiti to help with the rebuilding effort, since the country was hit by a massive earthquake on Jan. 12. Senior manager Sleighton Meyer will send back updates from points along the trip.

Miss Oregon wins swimsuit preliminary in Miss America pageant

Miss America Pageant organizers say contestants from Oregon and Michigan have won awards during preliminary competitions in Las Vegas. Miss Oregon CC Barber won $1,000 during the swimsuit competition after strutting the stage in a black bikini.

Ron Scott Stevens brings together his two passions, theater and boxing

Ron Scott Stevens, the former chairman of the New York State Athletic Commission, doesn't know whether the two events invaded his consciousness, but his two passions happen to be boxing and the theater.

NOREEN: Grass-roots, or beneath the radar?

Almost all of the scandals are legal ones. Sure, a Watergate or a Teapot Dome comes along once in a while. Far more often, our scandals have legal cover, which makes them all the more scandalous. The scandal du jour involves the way petitions were...

Governor candidates on the issues

Candidates for Illinois governor open up about their position on the issues.

Man Accused In $29M Ponzi Scheme Faces Hearing

A Framingham man accused of running a $29 million Ponzi scheme is facing a detention and probable-cause hearing.

Arizona's Savanna Troupe vies for Miss America crown

A group of 53 beauty queens picked from around the countryfor their smiles, struts and interview savvy were set to woo a panel ofjudges in hopes of winning the Miss America 2010 crown.

Stefanie Wittler makes Miss America Top 15

Miss Tennessee Stefanie Wittler of Soddy-Daisy has made the top 15 at the Miss America 2010 pageant airing live on the TLC network.

Miss Nebraska among semi-finalists

Miss Nebraska Brittany Jeffers has been selected as one of the15 semi-finalists in the Miss America pageant.

South Florida shines in the Super Bowl spotlight

This time around, it's our turn to party with the likes of Ludacris and E! reality star Kendra. For the 2010 Super Bowl game, the limelight and the game's economic impact will shift north. At the same time, tourism officials are hopeful that Super Bowl XLIV will be given a "South Florida" dateline, not "Miami."

53 Beauty Queens Compete For Miss America Crown

A group of 53 beauty queens picked from around the country for their smiles, struts and interview savvy were set to woo a panel of judges in hopes of winning the Miss America 2010 crown. The young women from all 50 states plus the District of Columbia, Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico will cap a week of preliminary competition with the scheduled crowning of a winner Saturday night in Las Vegas.

Home high rollers

Show us the money – and equipment. Inspired by the casinos and following the spirit of Chinese New Year, more people are gambling in style at home.

Another Aussie export sets out to crack Hollywood

Bojana Novakovic is the latest in a long line of successful Australian acting exports to the US film industry.

Saints On 6: Live From South Florida

WDSU news and sports crews arrived in South Florida Saturday to begin 8 days of coverage leading to Super Bowl XLIV.

NIGHTLIFE CALENDAR: February 5 to 11

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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (Blu-ray)

Highly Recommended The Movie: Based on the book by the same name, Terry Gilliam's 1998 adaptation of Hunter S. Thompsons classic book, Fear And Loathing In Las Vegas really had no right to turn out to be such a great movie. Anyone who has read Thompson's book knows that his style doesn't really lend itself to filming but Gilliam really managed to capture on film the spirit of lunacy that makes ...

Chamber continues centennial celebration

The Durant Area Chamber of Commerce’s centennial celebration is in full swing with many events to be held within the coming weeks and months. The Durant chamber was formed May 9, 1910, and its cen...

Guests can cash in on casino grand opening Feb. 9

The new Choctaw Casino Resort is a beehive of activity as final preparations are made for the Feb. 9 grand opening. A combination of construction workers, restaurant staff, electricians and casino...

Comings and Goings: Plans submitted for new state building

Plans have been submitted for a new Arizona Department of Economic Security office building, reported Alan Kircher, deputy city building official. The 40,000-square-foot building will be located on Redondo Center Drive south of Home Depot.

John Daly responds to talk of his retirement.

The former Razorbacks standout golfer says he's not ready for put away the clubs just yet.

Area Events

Bobby Valentine 's Sports Academy has clinics being offered for players age 5 to High School age and will range in offerings from Pitching to Hitting and then also BVSA is offering "All-Purpose" Clinics. Limited enrollment available. For more info email info@bobbyvacademy.com or call 203-968-2872.

Nick Carr: Scouting Atlantic City (Er, When It's Not So Snowy)

Despite living in New York for ten years, I've never gone to Atlantic City.

'AVE IT: Girls allowed

THE introduction of the two Davids at the helm of West Ham could signal a return to the good old days in more ways than one now that sexy dance troupe 'The Hammerettes' are fighting to make a regular half-time comeback at Upton Park.

BLADES PAGE: Notes and quotes

EVERBLADES NOTEBOOKLANG COULD RETURN AS SOON AS THURSDAYInjured Everblades forward Ryan Lang said he’s feeling better and he could return to the ice for this week’s upcoming series at Charlotte. Lang has been out since suffering an upper body injury on Jan. 15 when Florida played at Trenton. Lang said he could have probably played this weekend in Florida’s home series against the Devils, but ...

Miss Virginia wins 2010 Miss America crown

ASSOCIATED LAS VEGAS — Miss Virginia — Caressa Cameron — won the 2010 Miss America title Saturday night after strutting in a skintight yellow dress, belting Beyonce's “Listen” from Dreamgirls and telling the nation's youths they should get outside more often. Miss Cameron, a 22-year-old from Fredericksburg, Va., won a $50,000 scholarship and the crown in Las Vegas after a pageant that started ...

Seattle Times readers chide thieves, applaud do-gooders

Rant & Rave: A weekly column of cheers and jeers from Seattle Times readers.

Miss America Winner: Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron

Beauty queen wants to become a television news anchor

12 MONTHS 12 ISSUES: Roll of the dice

Eight years after the Seneca Niagara Casino opened, not much has changed in downtown Niagara Falls. However, people are split about the impact on development.

Harlow’s founder dies

GREENVILLE — The founder and former owner of Harlow’s Casino and Resort, Richard J. Schilling has died. Schilling, 62, died at his home Wednesday in Boca Raton, Fla.

Miss Virginia Wins Miss America Crown

Caressa Cameron Covers Beyonce Song, Urges Kids to Play Outside in Crown Conquest

Broomfield Enterprise upcoming events -- Jan. 31

Upcoming events in and around Broomfield

Bergen Co. man lost more than money to gambling

Kevin, like many compulsive gamblers, must cope on Super Bowl Sunday, when an estimated $10 billion will be illegally wagered on the big game. Many of the gamblers placing those bets are drowning in an addiction just as destructive and devastating as substance abuse.

Virginia wins 2010 Miss America crown

LAS VEGAS -- Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron won the 2010 Miss America title Saturday night after strutting in a yellow dress, belting Beyonce's "Listen" from "Dreamgirls" and telling kids they should get outside more often. Cameron won a $50,000 scholarship and the crown in Las Vegas after a pageant that started with 53 contestants.

Southern Russian city legislature speaker dies in car accident

The speaker of the legislature in the southern Russian city of Krasnodar died in a car accident Saturday.

Pollard makes top 15 at Miss America

Miss Indiana, Lafayette native Nicole Pollard, made it to the top 15 at the 2010 Miss America Pageant.

Table games isn't a gambling issue, but a money one

Thinking logically, states would have table games, but no slots or lottery. So, government being government, states have tended to go for lotteries and slots, but no table games.

Huntington Prime to open Wednesday

HUNTINGTON -- Michael Bowe has been waiting months to get back to what he loves. He's been designing, overseeing construction, ordering, planning and going through the paperwork of opening a small business.

RAGBRAI 2010 route is one of shortest, flattest ever

The Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa runs July 25-31 with overnight stops in Sioux City, Storm Lake, Algona, Clear Lake, Charles City, Waterloo, Manchester and Dubuque.

Caressa Cameron, Miss Virginia, Wins 2010 Miss America Crown (PHOTOS)

On Saturday night, Caressa Cameron of Virginia won the Miss America crown, but which contestant (or judge?) will win our hearts? Click here to find out what judge Rush Limbaugh is looking for in a Miss America winner, then check out our slideshow and poll.

53 vie for Miss America crown

LAS VEGAS - A GROUP of 53 beauty queens picked from around the United States for their smiles, struts and interview savvy took the stage on Saturday in Las Vegas to woo a panel of judges in hopes of winning the Miss America 2010 crown.

Field trimmed to 15 at Miss America Pageant

A group of 53 Miss America contestants who took the stage Saturday in Las Vegas to woo a panel of judges has been narrowed to 15 finalists.

A healthy body, but an unhealthy body image

Most people hire personal trainers to make them stronger, faster and fitter. But every so often, a bundle of body-image issues walks through the doors of Essential Fitness in Chesterfield, Mo., and it's usually in the form of a thin woman wanting to drop a dress size or two.

Voters approve pursuit of Catskills casino

AKWESASNE — Akwesasne Mohawks approved the Tribal Council’s pursuit of a $500 million casino resort in Monticello by a vote of 538 to 371 Saturday. There were 27 void ballots.

Televised Poker Tournament at Downstream Casino

Reported by Mike Pache Poker players are stacking their chips and going all in--in hopes of cashing in big at the Heartland Poker Tour. The national televised poker tournament is in production at Downstream

Ponzi scam in Massachusetts

BOSTON (AP) -- A Framingham man accused of running a $29 million Ponzi scheme is facing a detention and probable-cause hearing.

Even McMahon's foes admit WWE is good for Connecticut

Tune in to the political rhetoric being lobbed at U.S. Senate candidate Linda McMahon and her family's business, Stamford-based World Wrestling Entertainment, by Democratic and Republican opponents, and one might wonder whether state and local officials would be happy to see the company take its "simulated rape, necrophilia and public sex"-laced programming and leave Connecticut.

3. First new Russian casino opens under gambling plan

AZOV CITY, Russia (AP): Half a year after Russia closed all of it's gambling casinos and slot-machine halls, the first new casino opened Saturday under a plan to limit legalized gambling to four comparatively remote areas.

Miss Virginia named Miss America 2010

Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron is named Miss America 2010.

Stefanie Wittler second runner-up to Miss America

Miss Tennessee Stefanie Wittler, of Soddy-Daisy, took second runner-up to Miss America on Saturday night at the 89th pageant in Las Vegas.

‘Teen Patti’: Enchanting performances led to no cuts!

The film ‘Teen Patti’ to be released on the 26th of Feb’10 is based on a very interesting script and thus every time a scene was being shot with the two most amazing actors Amitabh Bachchan and Ben Kingsley it used to be so interesting that the director Leena Yadav would forget to say cut. [...] SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "‘Teen Patti’: Enchanting performances led to no cuts!", url ...

Tickets for Adam Lambert of 'American Idol' fame nearly sold out

By 12:30 p.m. Friday tickets for “American Idol” runner-up Adam Lambert's Fantasy Springs Feb. 27 concert were selling at brisk pace.

Varsity scores and schedules

Higher aspirations for higher learning among Yakamas

Yakama tribal member and Williams Kastner attorney, Quanah M. Spencer at his office in Seattle on Jan. 29, 2010. His office is on the 41st floor of the Two Union Square building overlooking the city and the Space Needle.

Attorneys await budget for justice and public safety

Prosecutors and public defenders are in wait-and-see mode when it comes to Gov. Steve Beshear’s proposed budget for the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet.

UConn’s lack of an enforcer usually spells NIT

I was thinking: If you were to chart the years that the UConn men’s basketball program failed to qualify for the NCAA tournament, there’s an alarming comparison to this year’s team.

Revenue roulette

Report to Christie: Casinos, Meadowlands are a financial mess.

The Record: Letters, Jan. 31, 2010

Letters on in defense of teachers, regulating wood-burning stoves, armoring the Passaic County Sheriff's Department, caller ID and privacy, gambling in the Meadowlands, Scott Garrett's reliance on Alan Greenspan and regulating financial institutions.

Alegent announces Heritage winners

OMAHA – The Alegent Health Foundation will honor four individuals from southwest Iowa for their professional and personal contributions to the community.

Some question Sal DiCiccio's stake in South Mountain Freeway plan

Critics: Councilman's advocacy represents conflict.

Playing politics tribe's best bet?

Mashpee Wampanoag's position opposing Cape Wind could negatively influence its efforts to build a casino.

Forecast: Bloody with a Chance of Pain

RENO — Jesse Brinkley is ready for a storm. He expects it to be a mean, strong, high-pressure system from the northeast with a flurry of quick shots that could set him up to be blown out early with a lightning-fast head or body shot.

Saturday's high school scores

Results from Santa Clara County high schools

Matt Reed: 10 ugly truths about our politicians

Our state capital has its own rules of engagement. Like waiting to act on a problem in our public schools until no one can avoid the crisis. Or cutting business taxes by a dollar, only to hike fees and insurance costs by two.

Touched by Greatness

MASON CITY -- There are North Iowans related to Superman, Frodo Baggins, Cindy Crawford and the Jolly Green Giant.

City fire puts 3 out

TRENTON — Three Trentonians fled a smoldering attic fire yesterday and were left homeless on Anderson Street.

Caressa Cameron: A New Black Miss America Crowned In Las Vegas

Filed under: Television , News , Awards A new black Miss America was crowned at Las Vegas' Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on Jan. 30 and her name is Caressa Cameron . Miss Virginia from Fredericksburg, VA was crowned Miss America 2010 as the final night of the Miss America Pageant was broadcast live from Las Vegas on TLC and hosted by Mario Lopez and TLC's Clinton Kelly . "You can be and ...

Cape Coral mailbag: If Obama can do it

It's taken a while, but the media has finally convinced me to become completely irresponsible.

In the Loop: Seneca Wallace, the Andersons, and Jim Thorpe

Former Iowa State and current Seattle Seahawk quarterback Seneca Wallace was in Des Moines last week to help Visa and Iowa State Treasurer Michael Fitzgerald launch an NFL-themed video game that tests students’ knowledge of financial issues.

Cumberland could make room for casino

Cumberland Township officials are preparing to amend the municipality s zoning ordinance to include gambling facilities as a permitted use in the zone where Gettysburg businessman David LeVan wants to operate a casino.

Shumenov wins title via a terrible decision over Campillo; Lara by TKO over Brewer

In yet another embarrassing and questionable verdict rendered in a Las Vegas ring, the obvious and deserving winner losses his WBA Light Heavyweight title in a terrible decision to an opponent that absorbed a beating through most of the 12-round fight.

Casino tax funds down $911,000

The final 2009 numbers for the city's gaming tax fund are in, and the news is not good.At the end of the year, Aurora's share of state-levied taxes on Hollywood Casino's operations totaled $11.7 million, down more than $911,000 from 2008, according to Illinois Gaming Board figures released this month.

Mel Gibson shows his age in Edge of Darkness

Adapted from a BBC television drama, Edge of Darkness is Mel Gibson's first major film since his scandalous roadside ranting and arrest in July 2006.

I WAS THINKING: UConn men’s team showing bad signs

If you were to chart the years that the UConn men’s basketball program failed to qualify for the NCAA tournament, there’s an alarming comparison to this year’s team.

World Digest

KHAR, Pakistan - A suicide bomber killed 16 people yesterday at a police checkpoint in a northwest Pakistani tribal area where the military declared victory over the Taliban and al-Qaida last year.

County sees businesses shift over past 10 years

The last decade has brought drastic changes to the look of Kenosha County. One of the largest changes has been a shift in where and what constitutes the core of Kenosha’s business.

Legend Award Winner 2010: Arthur Gensler

Spending an afternoon with Art Gensler is an exercise in humility. The possibility of coaxing this icon of design to talk about himself seemed peripheral at best, permissible at worst.

Embezzlers epidemic in north state

Like more than 30 other north state employers who recently caught an embezzling suspect, Salvation Army Maj. Wayne Wetter couldn't believe one of his most trusted employees had stolen from the nonprofit organization where she'd worked for so long."She was a personal friend," Wetter said.In 2007, when another employee going through the thrift store's books caught what appeared to be thousands of ...

Sedona, Arizona: May a force be with you in New Age hot spot

SEDONA, Ariz. -- You needn't be a desert rat to fall instantly in love with the rugged, red-rock monoliths that define this enchanting city of artists in northern Arizona's Upper Sonoran Desert.

Wranglers Edged by Grizzlies, 3-1

Salt Lake City, UT - The Las Vegas Wranglers® (18-21-4, 40 Points) were defeated by the Utah Grizzlies (19-19-4, 42 Points) 3-1 in front of 7,043 fans Saturday night at The E-Center.

News In Kansas

WICHITA, Kan. (AP) -- An activist who confessed to gunning down one of the only U.S. doctors to offer late-term abortions faces a sentence of life in prison after a jury found him guilty of first-degree murder.

Rylees Boy surges late to win $50,000 KOFX-Radio Handicap at Sunland Park

SUNLAND PARK -- Rylees Boy exploded in the deep stretch to win the $50,000 KOFX-Radio Handicap on Saturday at Sunland Park Racetrack and Casino.

Miss America Crowned in Las Vegas

Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron from Fredericksburg, VA was crowned Miss America 2010 Saturday night at the Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. The final night of the Miss America Pageant was broadcast live from Las Vegas on TLC and hosted by Mario Lopez and TLC's Clinton Kelly.

Accused Mass. swindler facing detention hearing

A Framingham man accused of running a $29 million Ponzi scheme is facing a detention and probable-cause hearing. Richard...

The final fling for John Ruiz?

After 53 fights, 10 of them world championship bouts, could Chelsea's John Ruiz be contemplating retirement? ...

Poker director adds flair to flourishing tournament

The World Series of Poker has allowed Jack Effel to live out a lifelong ambition.

Northern Nevada's woes likely to expand

Expansion plans by an Indian casino near Sacramento, Calif., signal another bad omen for Northern Nevada's beleaguered gaming market.

22-year-old goes from Miss Va. to Miss America

Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron won the 2010 Miss America title Saturday night after strutting in a skintight yellow dress, belting Beyonce's "Listen" from "Dreamgirls" and telling kids they should get ...

Wisconsin Dells one cure for the winter blahs

It's winter in Chicago, and the cold and early darkness were eating into my brain like a hundred frost-covered caterpillars. I needed warmth. And water. And something different. So we took our toddler and teen for a Wisconsin Dells weekend at Wilderness Territory, a 600-acre resort with indoor water parks, arcades and miniature golf. People usually think about Wisconsin Dells in the summer, but ...

Miss Virginia wins Miss America crown in Vegas

LAS VEGAS -- Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron won the 2010 Miss America title Saturday night after strutting in a skintight yellow dress, belting Beyonce's "Listen" from "Dreamgirls" and telling kids they should get outside more often.

State using tax credits to lure new business

For four years, technologically oriented companies have had the opportunity to gain up to $500,000 in sellable tax credits, giving communities an additional marketing tool in luring these businesses to their confines, thanks to a program called the Keystone Innovation Zone.

Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron wins 2010 Miss America crown

The broadcast journalism student at Virginia Commonwealth University now plans a second year away from college as she travels extensively to raise money for charity and carry the 89-year-old pageant's crown.

Standish Saganing Eagles Landing Casino continues success in 2009, plans expansion

Amanda Loman | The Bay City Times The gaming floor at Saganing Eagles Landing Casino.STANDISH — Saganing Eagles Landing Casino celebrated its second anniversary this month and all signs point to a healthy, expanding operation despite being situated in a...

Loyalty programs up ante to attract locals

Ruth Steffenson, a retired butcher, and her sister have done a little gambling about every day for the past 12 years.

Cathedral City fighter proud to represent valley in MMA

Despite what the graphics say when he fights on World Extreme Cagefighting telecasts, Cub Swanson wants to make sure people know that he's from the Coachella Valley.

Tide, storms expose gaming ship

At low tide, in the sands beneath the towering Coronado Shores condominiums, lie signs of buried pleasure.

People on the Move - 1/31/10

American College of Healthcare Richard J. Hager, chief financial officer for Maxis Health System since 2006, recently became a fellow of the professional society, the nation's top organization for health care leaders. To achieve the designation, he had t

Toyota accused of 'not being frank' on problem

WASHINGTON -- With its decision to recall 2.3 million vehicles for faulty gas pedals last week, Toyota reversed calls it made in 2007 and 2008 that the same pedals weren't a safety threat in response to consumer complaints in the United States and Europe.

South Florida is Super Bowl's playground

Football isn't the only game in town.

Miss America crown eludes NEPA native

The night was disappointing for Gina Major - and certainly so for Shannon Doyle, the Wilkes-Barre native who Saturday night fell short in her quest for the Miss America crown. So when pageant host Mario Lopez announced the 15th semifinalist, with Miss Do

St. Mark's uses strong defense to spoil Archmere's day

Archmere Academy's boys basketball history took center stage Saturday afternoon with a pregame dedication to longtime coach and athletic director Vince J Filliben, but St Mark's took over the spotlight from there, jumping out to an early lead en...

Details sought on gaming group

Lawmakers want records of Pennsylvania Casino Association before hearing Two legislators on a joint House/Senate panel scheduled to probe the Pennsylvania Casino Association this week say they want to review the group's records -- and will ask for subpoenas if they don't get them.

National Canal Museum: Preserving history

Though retired, longtime National Canal Museum historian Lance Metz continues quest to save buildings and artifacts Lance Metz still is trying to save historic industrial buildings. He continues to hunt down priceless artifacts.

1 Yum: Bethlehem Restaurant Week kicks off 2 Musicians rally for Haiti at the Sellersville Theater

Looking to warm your appetite during these cold winter days? Bethlehem's Restaurant Week may just be the meal you're looking for.

HCI betting on Gold Reef jackpot?

Empowerment giant Hosken Consolidated Investments and gaming group Gold Reef Resorts have sparked take-over rumours by issuing cautionary notices.

South Florida made for Super Bowl crowd

MIAMI -- This year's Super Bowl is in Miami, but all South Florida wants to play.

Opelousas radio personality Burge dies

Funeral services for radio and TV personality Joe Burge, aka Dr. Feel Good, are set for 1:30 p.m. Monday at St. Augustine's Catholic Church in Basile. Burge died Saturday at his home near Basile.

Borough 'blown away' by local share benefit

This article has been read 0 times. Chambers learned of the distribution as she was making a presentation to the local share committee that is determining which of this year's 107 applicants will receive a piece of more than $12 million in gambling revenue.

Helicopter tours of Lake Tahoe

Sitting in the nose of a helicopter 1,800 feet above South Lake Tahoe, I can't decide where to look. Straight down through the curved Plexiglas, life is in miniature, filled with fascinating details. But the grandeur of the lake, stretching north for more...

Faith groups look at the social costs

Faith groups in Oklahoma are beginning to look at the social costs of problem gambling.

Odds of addiction grow

Rebecca is a mother of three and a practicing licensed professional counselor.

Designer denim duds on display

It's time for some bling.

Speaker of Krasnodar city Duma dies in car accident

KRASNODAR, southern Russia, January 31 (Itar-Tass) - The speaker of the Krasnodar city Duma, Nikolai Kotlyarov, died in a car accident on Saturday.

Fredericksburg woman wins 2010 Miss America title

Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron won the 2010 Miss America title Saturday night.

business briefs for the week of Jan. 31

A free, five-week workshop aimed at helping those unemployed starts Wednesday at the T. Byrd Training and Testing Center, a state-approved private vocational school, 1501 S. New Road.

Renowned actress awarded gold medal

President George Abela presenting Karmen Azzopardi her award. President George Abela recently bestowed the Malta Society of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce's 2009 Gold Medal to actress Karmen Azzopardi in a ceremony held at the Casino Maltese, Valletta.

Brian Cook retiring from law enforcement career

GRIDLEY — Brian Cook said his three decades with the Gridley Police Department have been fun and rewarding, but he is ready to start a new career.

Despite opposition, cage fighting gets toehold in state

NIAGARA FALLS -- Mixed martial arts fighters have won many a match via submission, so it's only natural that its supporters have worked with dogged determination to find a way to persuade lawmakers in Albany to legalize cage fighting in New York State.

Friends of York war hero gather for fundraiser

Music-lovers gathered in Haxby in memory of York war hero Matthew Hatton, while the soldier's sister has unveiled further fundraising plans.

Buyer interest in Packer's Macau casinos

THE James Packer-controlled Crown could get an offer for its $US600 million ($675 million) stake in its Macau gambling joint venture, a US-based analyst report says.

Harrah's seeks Crown's Macau casinos stake

James Packer-controlled Crown could get offer for its $US600 million ($A675 million) stake in its Macau joint venture.

VCU Student Named Miss America

Host Mario Lopez watches Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron react after being crowned Miss America by Miss America 2009 Katie Stam, Saturday Jan. 30, 2010 in Las Vegas.

Acadiana TV, radio personality dies

Funeral services for radio and TV personality Joe Burge, aka Dr. Feel Good, are set for 1:30 p.m. Monday at St. Augustine's Catholic Church in Basile. Burge died Saturday at his home near Basile.

Big dreams small business: Even in recession, entrepreneurs taking the leap into home-based ventures

It's 10 o'clock at night and Mindy Miller is carefully measuring sugar, Karo syrup and water into a large pot in the kitchen of an Arby's restaurant in Minden. Miller's negotiated a deal to use the kitchen during off hours to make her toffee, cookies and other goodies. She lost her job at a local glass shop this past summer and a few months later her husband lost his job selling cars. They ...

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Canadian actor beats up Mel in 'Edge of Darkness'

Canadian actor Shawn Roberts went fist to fist with Mel Gibson in "Edge of Darkness," and lived to tell about it.

Internet gaming a regulatory challenge

LUMBERTON — For almost 200 years North Carolina has regulated gambling in all its guises, but new ways to make a wager are proving more difficult to legislate. Gambling on tables, at races and on ...

Say what!

The state is in such an immediate financial crisis that taxes must be increased, worker benefits cut and legalized gambling should be explored, says House Speaker Calvin Say.

Virginia wins in Miss America pageant

Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron won the 2010 Miss America title last night after strutting in a yellow dress, belting Beyoncé's "Listen" from "Dreamgirls" and telling kids they should get outside more often.

Why museum directors have nightmares

A trip here. A misplaced elbow there. The stumbling art student who tore a Picasso tapped into the worst fears of clumsy grown-ups and every well intentioned parent who dares venture into big-people museums with small children.

Another casino issue on the statewide ballot in Ohio? You bet

Just three months after Ohio voters approved Issue 3, which allows four casinos to spring up across the state within the next three years, voters are about to be asked to cast their ballots on another gambling issue.

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Escape to the North for a midseason Winterlude

OTTAWA--When President Obama visited Canada's national capital last winter, he commented on the snow-- which regularly hangs around until well into April--and left for home packing one of the city's signature BeaverTails, an artery-jamming, deep-fried pastry slathered in maple syrup and sugar and available in a variety of other confections.

Stories spring from True West of the American imagination

They called him Victor. Eventually, that is. For the longest time, he had no name at all. He was “l'enfant sauvage” or just “le sauvage de l'Aveyron,” the little wild boy found naked in the woods outside Aveyron in southern France in 1797.

People in the SJ: Ron Peters

It's a Friday morning at the Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Greeters, and the mic is passing among about 150 business guests.

Jan. 31 to Feb. 7

Following is Niagara Sunday's weekly listing of upcoming public events held around Niagara County.

Sydney student wins $2m poker title

A 23-YEAR-old uni student from Sydney has become a multi-millionaire literally overnight after a shock win at one of the world's biggest poker tournaments.

Sundance: Best in Short Filmmaking

Short films invite limitless opportunities for creative exploration, and these films offer some of the best entertainment at the Sundance Film Festival. In this fiercely competitive category, a winning film is beyond formula and the expected.

During Super Bowl week, many bet big on handicapper Adam Meyer

Information comes around the clock, and those seeking it from Adam Meyer come from around the country and beyond. So when he starts making a round of calls at any hour, just about anybody could answer.

Meet Caressa Cameron, the new Miss America

LAS VEGAS — A 22-year-old Virginia woman who said she once thought her only talent was singing is the nation's newest Miss America, emerging from a field of 53 contestants picked for their beauty, compassion and interview savvy.

Joe Burge dies after home workout

BASILE -- Services for radio and TV personality Joe Burge ( Dr. Feel Good) will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at St. Augustine's Catholic Church in Basile. read more

Punters face long trip to remote Russian casino

Azov City Half a year after Russia closed all of it's gambling casinos and slot-machine halls, the first new casino opened yesterday under a plan to limit legalised gambling to four comparatively remote areas.About 500 people...

Lismore off to a flying start

LISMORE is off to a great start in Far North Coast Under-19 interdistrict cricket after a win over Casino yesterday.

Nesbitt Park deemed unplayable

OPPOSING captains Jason Caught and Phil Dalli are miffed at Nesbitt Park being declared unplayable for the second day of the Lismore Workers v Tintenbar-East Ballina match at South Lismore on Saturday.

Souths keep their hopes alive

A LATE leg-spin barrage from Jake Nind has kept Souths in the Far North Coast LJ Hooker League cricket semi-finals race, with the 16-year-old nabbing the final five wickets to end Marist Brothers’ winning streak.

A Peek back at 2009 - Looking Forward to 2010

Peeking back at 2009; looking ahead in 2010; exploring new opportunities; a fresh start; getting back on track in the New Year...

Virginian wins Miss America pageant

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A 22-year-old Virginia woman who said she once thought her only talent was singing is the newest Miss America, emerging from a field of 53 contestants.

High to hit 60 in Las Vegas

Sunny skies are in store for the Las Vegas Valley this morning, but a few scattered upper-level clouds will be passing through this afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.

Caressa Cameron of Virginia Crowned Miss America

The 22-year-old broadcast journalism student wins a $50,000 scholarship and begins a year-long reign

Tax revenues from Aurora casino fall $900k

The final 2009 numbers for the city's gaming tax fund are in, and the news is not good, the Beacon-News is reporting.

Prisaa, Ched to hold nat’l meet

THE collegiate sports competition just got tougher as the Private Schools Athletic Association (Prisaa) and the State Colleges and Universities Athletic Association (Scuaa) teamed up to revive the Na read more

Check out the new 'Miss America' (photo)

LAS VEGAS (AP) — A 22-year-old Virginia woman who said she once thought her only talent was singing is the nation's newest Miss America, emerging from a field of 53 contestants picked for their beauty, compassion and interview savvy. Caressa...

Gov. Bob Riley questions legality of Country Crossing, ties to attorney general

The office of Gov. Bob Riley, an outspoken gambling opponent, last week questioned the legality of the wages paid, as well as an attorney general's opinion that justifies the practice. Attorney General Troy King called the allegations "just silly."

Miss Virginia takes 2010 Miss America crown (photos)

A 22-year-old Virginia woman who said she once thought her only talent was singing is the nation's newest Miss America, emerging from a field of 53...

Wine with Cantonese favorites: Perfect combination

The Chinese restaurant at Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila is inspired by a woman named Li Li, whose rich and cultured background influenced the exquisite design of the hotel’s signature restaurant.

Monmouth Park race cuts at starting gate

A doomsday restructuring of the horse racing industry has been advanced by Gov. Chris Chistie's transition team, with panel members saying it would soften money-losing operations at Monmouth Park and other tracks. But industry officials say the panel overlooked better options.

NFL PRO BOWL: 7 p.m., tonight, SFL-TV (Ch. 39/Comcast 11) South Florida shines in the Super Bowl spotlight

This time around, it's our turn to party with the likes of Ludacris and E! reality star Kendra, both hosting celebrity-soaked events at Hollywood's Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

Woman's Club of Indio luncheon features Cabazon talk

The Woman's Club of Indio will host a luncheon meeting at noon on Wednesday at Heritage Palms Golf Club, 44-291 S. Heritage Palms, Indio, east of Jefferson on the north side of Fred Waring.

Analysis: Slump proves casinos not recession-proof

NEW ORLEANS -- Amid the gloomy economic news of the past 18 months, Louisiana's gambling business is in a definitive recession of its own. To hear the people who promoted casinos tell it in the early 1990s, this wasn't supposed to happen. Casinos were touted as a recession-proof business -- supposing there really is such a thing. The pitch had its appeal, considering the 1980s oil bust had wiped ...

Govt to review taxi safety after dad killed 'for a $20 fare'

LATEST: The Government will review taxi safety and consider mandatory safety measures after a driver was killed yesterday, Transport Minister Steven Joyce and Prime Minister John Key said this morning.

Lawmakers Look To Gambling For Revenue

State lawmakers are scrambling for ways to generate more revenue and one of the most controversial proposals offered so far is a bill to allow casino gambling in Waikiki.

Yakamas pin higher hopes on higher education

Associated Press - January 31, 2010 2:25 PM ET TOPPENISH, Wash. (AP) - For the first time, the Yakama tribe is devoting casino earnings to financial aid for students this year.

Miss Tennessee second runner-up in Miss America pageant

Miss Tennessee Stefanie Wittler, of Soddy-Daisy, took second runner-up to Miss America on Saturday night at the 89th pageant in Las Vegas.

Aurora Dealt Bad Hand in Casino Funds

The final 2009 numbers for Aurora's gaming tax fund are in, and the news is not good.

Donaire handa na sa pagdedepensa ng korona

Handang-handa na si Nonito “The Filipino Flash” Donaire, Jr. para sa kanyang pagdedepensa ng suot na World Boxing Association (WBA) interim super flyweight crown sa “Pinoy Power 3/Latin Fury 12” sa Pebrero 13 sa Las Vegas Hilton sa Las Vegas, Nevada.

Cruise ships: Two Leviathans compared

For Royal Caribbean and Carnival, the Oasis of the Seas and the Dream are the first in this class of ships. Royal Caribbean will debut the Allure of the Seas in November and Carnival will launch the Magic in June 2011 and an unnamed ship in spring 2012.

Miss Virginia Crowned Miss America

(Las Vegas, NV) -- Miss Virginia, Caressa Cameron, is the new Miss America. The 22-year-old broadcast journalism student outlasted 52 other competitors to clinch the Miss America title and a 50-thousand-dollar scholarship at the long standing pageant, now in its 89th year.

N.O. Dr. Named President of La. State Medical Society

The Louisiana State Medical Society installed its 130th president, Dr. Patrick C. Breaux of New Orleans, Louisiana, at the 2010 Annual Meeting of the House of Delegates held January 29-30 at the L'Auberge du Lac Casino Resort in Lake Charles.

ULM Senior Named Third Runner-up at Miss America Pageant

Katherine Putnam, 23, a University of Louisiana at Monroe senior music performance major serving as Miss Louisiana 2009, was named third runner-up in the Miss America 2010 Pageant Saturday night.

Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron wins 2010 Miss America crown, $50,000 scholarship

LAS VEGAS - A 22-year-old Virginia woman who said she once thought her only talent was singing is the newest Miss America, emerging from a field of 53 contestants.

Miss Virginia will wear Miss America crown for 2010

A 22-year-old Virginia woman who said she once thought her only talent was singing is the nation's newest Miss America, emerging from a field of 53 contestants picked for their beauty, compassion and interview savvy.

State Lawmakers Focus on Budget Cutting

DES MOINES (AP) — Lawmakers will focus on efforts to streamline state government and an early retirement package for state workers this week at the Iowa Legislature.

Sundance 2010 Award Ceremonies

I sat in the front row, up close and personal, for the closing night award ceremonies. I reveled in the space created by the amazing force of Sundance volunteers.

Miss Virginia Crowned New Miss America

Miss Virginia Caressa Cameron, 22, won the title of Miss America 2010 on Saturday evening at the Las Vegas Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino. The Virginia beauty was able to outshine 52 other contestants with her savvy interview skills and by belting out Beyonce's "Listen" from "Dreamgirls."

NLV police investigate double shooting that leaves 1 dead

North Las Vegas police are investigating a double shooting that also is the city's second homicide in four days. Officers responded at 3:42 a.m. Sunday to the report of gunshots in the 2600 block of Blue Reef Drive.

Just Jean: Give a special Valentine

INCLINE VILLAGE, Nev. - Just in time for Valentine's Day this year is the annual Community Blood Drive on Friday, Feb. 12. Give the gift of life this year - blood. Your blood could save the life of a stranger or maybe even someone in your own family - you never know where it will be used because every three seconds someone needs a blood transfusion. The North Lake Tahoe Fire Protection District ...

Criminal case opened over death of Krasnodar City Duma chairman

KRASNODAR, January 31 (Itar-Tass) -- A criminal case was opened over the death of Chairman of the Krasnodar City Duma Nikolai Kotlyarov in a Saturday traffic accident on the Yeisk-Krasnodar road, a representative of the Prosecutor General’s Office Investigation Committee told Itar-Tass.

State of New York Selects Clairvest Backed Aqueduct Entertainment Group as Casino Operator at the Aqueduct Racetrack

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(Marketwire - Jan. 31, 2010) - Clairvest Group Inc. (TSX:CVG) today announced that the State of New York has selected Aqueduct Entertainment Group ("AEG") as the preferred bidder for a license to operate a new casino at the Aqueduct Racetrack in Queens, NY. The consortium includes Clairvest, Navegante Group Inc., GreenStar Services Corporation, Levine Builders and Turner ...

Sunday shorts: Kelly Clarkson, Adam Lambert, Matt Giraud and more

According to a trio of tweets Saturday, Kelly Clarkson hopes to have a new single in September and a new album at the end of 2010. In the meantime, she says there should be one more single from All I Ever Wanted, and "we're leaning towards a song that starts with an I and ends with a U." Plus, info on Matt Giraud, Adam Lambert and more.

Dad killed 'for a $20 fare'

LATEST: As an Auckland taxi driver lay dying in his cab, bystanders ripped off his shirt and desperately tried to stem the blood pouring from his chest.

News archive for 2010-01-31

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First Edition Cycling News, Saturday, January 30, 2010