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Thieves burglarize Stillwater stores, restaurant Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:07PMTwo stores were broken into on Thursday at 233 Second St. S. - River Rats Apparel and Camrose Hill Flowers.
KiwiRail: full steam ahead Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:03PMState-owned enterprise KiwiRail has started its turnaround journey with an 11 per cent fall in operating profit on the previous year, but new chairman John Spencer says there is reason to be optimistic.
Ghana welcomes genuine investors - Veep Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:57AMAccra, Sept. 2, GNA - Vice President John Dramani Mahama on Thursday said government welcomed all genuine investors that would contribute to the economic growth of the country.
Quorum Court fails to approve brake ordinance Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:54AMAttempts to establish a county-wide restriction on truck noise ended in a tie vote of the Lonoke County Quorum Court on Thursday night.
5 years, one renovation later, 681 Fifth half empty Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:52AMFive years after purchasing 681 Fifth Ave.—the erstwhile Fortunoff building—and then renovating it inside and out, owner Metropole Realty Advisors still has a lot of vacant space on its hands. In fact, half of the 18-story building, including the 7,636-square-foot duplex penthouse, stands empty. On the ground floor, the 90,000-square-foot Plaza District boutique office building boasts fashion ...
30m Shin Yang shares traded off-market Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:48AMSHIN Yang Shipping Corp Bhd (5173), the country's biggest non-national shipping operator, had 30 million shares traded in the offmarket yesterday in a deal valued at RM33.23 million. The block represents 2.5 per cent of Shin Yang. Some 22.5 million shares exchanged hands at RM1.11 apiece, while the second block of 7.5 million shares was sealed at RM1.10 apiece. The transaction comes just days ...
Stocks on the move: Nordstrom, 3Par, Burger King Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:46AMBy Elizabeth StantonBloomberg NewsShares of the following companies are having unusual moves in U.S. trading.Retailers were active after reporting August same-store sales results.
MEMBER CENTER: Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:36AMNorth America's small railroads saw freight traffic for the week ending Aug. 28 rise to the highest level since late April, continuing a volume rebound that began in July.
September 2: Job of the day Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:33AMKUSA - A window manufacturer and installer in Broomfield has an opening for an Administrative Associate.
Train hits dump truck, killing Remsen driver, 37 Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:43AMLe Mars, Ia. — The driver of a dump truck died when the truck was hit by a freight train near Le Mars in northwest Iowa, authorities said.
TIMELINE-The history of modern iron ore trading Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:25AMSINGAPORE, Sept 1 (Reuters) - The price of steelmaking material iron ore may fall by up to 12 percent in the fourth quarter, dropping for the first time since the decades-old annual price system collapsed this year.
Staying active in Aces' offseason Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:11AMThe Reno Aces' 2010 season is coming to a close, but business at the restaurants and bars in the Freight House district surrounding Aces Ballpark are just getting started.
One-man rally for diabetics Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:03AMWHEN Major Arul Prakash Subramaniam was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus Type 1 at 18, he thought his life was over. The doctors, with their usual list of don'ts, did little to console. And loved ones were no better, greeting the news with hushed voices and sombre expressions.
Aces: Las Vegas avoids sweep with grand slam Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:58AMThe Reno Aces got 10 hits from the top four hitters in their batting order, but it wasn't enough as Las Vegas avoided a sweep with a 12-8 walk-off win over Reno on Sunday at Cashman Field in Las Vegas.
Pheasant count encouraging Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:57AMAfter a brutal winter and a soggy spring and summer, most hunters had anticipated a down year for chasing pheasants in South Dakota. But the brood survey report released last week shows that bird numbers have actually increased as hunters look toward the Oct. 17 pheasant opener. The Game, Fish and Parks report - using data from observations along 110 survey routes - said that the statewide ...
DELAWARE DIARY A canal that challenged Lewes Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:51AM"Notice is hereby given that this (Chesapeake and Delaware) Canal is now open for navigation," the posters plastered across northern Delaware announced.
WATCH: Car vs. Train: No Major Injuries Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:49AMA Florida freight train plows into a car sitting idle on the tracks. Freight rail transport - Florida - Train - Business - Transport
Commodity Settlements Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:48AMOur client, a highly reputable London based investment house are looking for an excellent commodity settlements analyst to join their team.
State promises faster passenger rail Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:36AMOhio's transportation director asserted yesterday that passenger trains eventually will reach speeds of 110 mph across the state, even as freight railroads that will share the tracks effectively responded: "Not so fast."
Barn razing Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:57PMFamiliar Stranger Creek landscape to change
Trained travelers arrive at Hobo Fest Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:52PMIncreased railroad security makes life more difficult, but hopping freights calls to some — but maybe it's their cell phones There are bums — they don't do anything. Then there are tramps, who ride the rails but don't work. And finally there are hobos, men and women who wander the country via illicit rides on freight trains in search of seasonal employment.
Title win for Barr Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:36PMMOUNT?Isa drivers took home the spoils last weekend in the Far North Queensland Go Kart Titles held at Edmonton Raceway in Cairns. The tight 406m bitumen circuit suited Isa competitors.
Highways: Related News Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:35PM8/31/2010 - Increased Investment in Rural Transportation System Key to Keeping Freight Moving The government needs to invest more in America's rural transportation system to keep agriculture, new energy products and freight moving, according to the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials' newest study...
Reviving Indian Railways Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:21PMGlobal experience has shown that privatizing helps turn around national railroads. India must follow suit.
Reviving Indian Railways Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:12PMGlobal experience has shown privatizing helps turn around unwieldy national railroads. India must follow suit.
Toyota Yaris falls from grace Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:11PMGood but not great subcompact once ruled the subcompact segment
List: key initiatives in 20-year transport plan Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:10PMThe key initiatives for the Connecting SEQ 2031: An Integrated Regional Transport Plan.
Lawsuit: Purchase of Eastside rail corridor was illegal Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:30PMThe Port of Seattle paid $81 million last year to purchase an old Eastside rail corridor that could someday be used for transit or recreational trails. A lawsuit by three King Co. taxpayers, however, alleges the purchase was illegal.
Clang-clang-clang went the trolley with no tracks Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:28PMThere's something about trains that bring out the youngster in most grown-ups. And one of the most popular venues for watching these nostalgic reminders of a simpler time is the Cajon Pass.
List: key intiatives in 20-year transport plan Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:54PMThe key initiatives for the Connecting SEQ 2031: An Integrated Regional Transport Plan.
Eastday-China Eastern flies into H1 net profit Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:51PMChina Eastern Airlines swung to a net profit in the first half of this year on a robust demand for travel during the Shanghai World Expo while a stronger yuan also helped, joining the country's two other major airlines in reporting positive results in the first six months.
New Rail Services Could Be Coming Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:49PMArizona transportation planners say the state should bolster its current rail network's freight-carrying capacity while adding new passenger services for both local and long-distance travelers.
Rail to recovery: new line for Brisbane's north Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 7:38PMA new rail line in Brisbane's north is a key component of a 20-year state government plan to encourage more commuters to use public transport.
YPSILANTI: Crafters Market starting in Depot Town Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 6:49PMFrom glass beads and all-natural doggie treats to homemade jams and custom crystal jewelery, the Ypsilanti Depot Town Crafter's Market offers a variety of handmade knickknacks and art sure to delight area craft lovers.
Mayor in violent Mexican border state killed Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 10:43PMNUEVO LAREDO, Mexico (AP): Gunmen killed the mayor of a town in the drug-plagued Mexican border state of Tamaulipas on Sunday in a region where suspected cartel hitmen recently massacred 72 migrants, the government said.
Legislators urge 150+ mph trains Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 10:06PMCritics say current plans don't shoot for real travel improvements Hilkevitch: A revolt is building against what some public officials mistakenly consider high-speed rail. Critics say current plans, with visions of 110 mph trains, don't shoot for real travel improvements.
Unforgettable devastation: Hurricane Katrina survivor recounts memories of destruction Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 9:57PMHurricane Katrina survivor recounts tragedy of storm and his effort to rescue helpless animals caught in the flood.
Kingsville educator Mike Kraus mourned Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 9:53PMWINDSOR, Ont. -- Mike Kraus listened to people more than he talked, but he could quickly turn a tense situation into laughter.
Craig Stephen's This Week in China: Time to reappraise China growth outlook Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 9:30PMThe 60 mile-long traffic jam lasting 11 days on the Beijing to Tibet highway last week is one unwanted record in China's batch of super-sized economic numbers, writes Craig Stephen.
Mexico to up security in border city after blasts Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 9:29PMNUEVO LAREDO, Mexico (AP) - Mexico's government on Sunday promised to increase security after a series of explosive devices were detonated in the border city of Reynosa, and officials said they would step up efforts to identify more of the 72 migrants massacred last week in the same state.
Mayor in Violent Mexican Border State Killed Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 9:27PMSecond Killing of a Mayor in the Area in Two Weeks; Mayor's Daughter Wounded in Attack
Windsor man dies on Mule Lake near Sudbury Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 8:53PMSUDBURY, Ont. -- A Windsor man’s trip up north ended fatally on a lake outside Sudbury Saturday night.
Website allows users to read historic Clark County newspapers Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 8:17PMThere are significant educational and historical reasons to have Ohio newspapers from the 1880s to 1920s digitized so researches can view them online.
Fact check: White House's tech projects come up short Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 4:42AMWASHINGTON - The Obama administration claims that $100 billion invested in innovative technologies under the economic stimulus law is "transforming the American economy" by putting the nation on track for technological breakthroughs in health care, energy and transportation.
Renewables set to revive giant of oil boom era Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 4:39AMTHE name was once synonymous with the oil boom which brought an extensive workforce and bulging wage packets to a quiet corner of the north-west Highlands.
One for the books: Draft show numbers sets record at State Fair Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 4:24AMThe Draft Horse Show inaugurated the Nebraska State Fair's new livestock arena on opening night of the fair's debut in Grand Island.
District Sends Meat Packing, Welcomes High-End Retail Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 4:14AMIn the 1900s, the Meatpacking District was home to 250 slaughterhouses and meatpacking plants. By the 1980s, it was better known as home to numerous gay BDSM clubs, as a place to score some drugs or a hook up with a trannie hooker. Today, it’s officially designated as “Gansevoort Market.”
Music Review: Heart - Red Velvet Car Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 4:14AMNothing beats live music. Hands down, the live experience trumps any audio or video recording I've ever seen of an artist performing. That said, the next best thing is a concert recording, preferably video so you can see the actual performance instead of simply listening to it. I have never seen Heart ...
Church split follows years of infighting Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 3:06AMFierce fighting among some Lutherans culminated in Friday's formation of the North American Lutheran Church, the nation's newest church body. The church has strong ties to a little-known ministry in the Twin Cities and a new seminary in Brookings. The battles have included scorching accusations of blasphemy, "devilish" behavior and the leader of a reform group declaring that last year's vote on ...
2011 Ford Fiesta Friday, August 27, 2010 @ 12:18AMFiesta is a spicy little number