Police briefs: Man shot in King City dies in hospitalTuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 8:34AMKing City police Monday said that a man who was shot in the head Wednesday has died. Police identified the victim as Alonso Chavez, 29, of King City. Police officers found Chavez on the ground in front of 1347 Cambridge Ave. after responding to a report of shots fired about 7:30p.m.
Our Town: Fill in the BlanksMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:47AMby Peter Travis A teenager’s life is wrought with drama, disorientation, and heartbreak. Have you seen the new MySpace? It looks to have been slapped together by a frantic bat — struggling to free itself from the Internet’s suffocating gnarl. In 1924, one extraordinarily tragic 18-year-old boy — having lost both his mother and father within the [...]
Deluge of animals expectedMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 2:19AMFour-year-old Savannah was scared of everything when she was picked up by Glynn County Animal Services a year ago, recalls Beverly Morris, director of animal services.
Facebook Game Summary – Week of March 1Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 11:34PMFarmville (Web) Here's a rundown of all the updates to the top Facebook games this week.
How to handle the hoarding habitThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 12:31PMIn Nicole’s kitchen cupboards, the glasses and coffee mugs are shiny clean and lined up neatly in rows. Her bedroom closet is just as tidy; clothes on hangers are matched by colour and style.
Sundowning: confusion after darkThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:19AMPeople with dementia often become confused, restless and disoriented late in the day. This is called "sundowning." These tips can help.
Sundowning: confusion after darkThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:17AMPeople with Alzheimer's and dementia sometimes get their days and nights confused. Late in the afternoon or early in the evening, they may become restless and disoriented. They may feel upset, anxious, suspicious or insecure. They may see or hear things that aren't there.
Expert Answers on Kids Sleeping in Own BedsThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 6:59AMDo your kids like to sleep in your bed at night? Tell us your questions and a family sleep expert could answer them for you.
Abuse against childrenWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:39PMBritain is considering forcing dog owners to undergo a competence test to prevent cruelty to animals and to ensure dogs don’t become aggressive and harm others. Although there are downsides to this policy, it’s not a bad idea. It got me thinking.
This week and the Farmers' MarketWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 12:36AMGrower Marlene Radcliff of Tombstone’s Desert Blossom shows off a giant mustard leaf to Pete Sockness of Hereford at last Thursday’s Sierra Vista Farmers Market. Marlene will be back this week with a selection of cool weather plant starts for the home garden including specialty kale, cabbage, Asian greens, radicchio, mustard, peppermint, parsley and chervil as well as lettuce picking pots to ...
This Just InWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 12:12AMPresident Barack Obama has just issued a statement that the reason the Canadian hockey team beat our American hockey team 3-2 to win the gold medal on Sunday is because Canada has national health care and we don't.
This week at the Farmers' MarketWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 12:06AMBy Valerie McCaffrey For the Herald/Review John from Fiesta Growers offers cold season vegetables and herb plants for gardeners and growers as well as seeds that all can be planted now. He also will bring market-fresh snow peas from his trial garden in Tucson for just $2/pint. read more
More charges in alpaca death?Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 7:57PMTwo teens accused in the theft and beating death of a baby alpaca could face more charges - and prosecutors will try to have at least one of the youths tried in adult court.
Teens accused in alpaca death could face more chargesTuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 7:55PMTwo teens accused in the theft and beating death of a baby alpaca could face more charges - and prosecutors will try to have at least one of the youths tried in adult court, where penalties are stiffer, said Butler County Prosecutor Robin Piper.
Jerry Seinfeld's 'The Marriage Ref' - Pray for NBC's prime timeMonday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:36AMIf this is NBC's idea of how to win viewers back at 10 p.m., heaven help the poor affiliates like WBAL-TV that have to try and find an audience for their late newscasts on the heels of it.
The Marriage Ref: Sneak Peek TonightMonday, March 1, 2010 @ 12:44AMNBC debuted a sneak peek episode of The Marriage Ref tonight following the Olympics Closing Ceremony. The new comedy, produced and created by Jerry Seinfeld, allows a panel of celebrity judges to serve as referees in the marital disputes of real couples. Tonight’s sneak preview featured arguments about a dead dog and a stripper pole…. The [...] SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "The Marriage Ref ...
61 Minutes With Dakis JoannouMonday, March 1, 2010 @ 12:09AMThe Greek tycoon hits town for the unveiling of his controversial New Museum show curated by Jeff Koons (who also spruced up his yacht).
Seinfeld-produced 'Marriage Ref' beginsSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:28AMPASADENA -- NBC's new series "The Marriage Ref" offers average couples the chance to
"Marriage Ref" TV show to solve minor spats, big problems left to Dr. PhilSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 2:20AMNBC's new series "The Marriage Ref" offers average couples the chance to air their differences on national television and have the argument settled by the show's resident referee, Tom Papa. The show also marks the return of Jerry Seinfeld to network TV — he's the executive producer and an occasional guest panelist.
Family Outings: Letting Mother Nature be the teacherSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 12:11AMSometimes, the effort of getting my preschooler outdoors in winter just doesn't seem worth it. I sing silly songs to distract her while I pull on snowpants and boots. While I hunt for her mittens, which I find stuffed into a drawer, soggy from a previous excursion, she runs away and hides under a sofa cushion. When I finally get her zipped up, she tells me she has to use the potty.
Piggy wiggles his way into owners' heartsSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 9:11PMIt's not everyday that you see an 80-pound miniature Vietnamese pot-bellied pig waddling down the avenue. On a leash.
Winning CaptionsFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 8:43AMFor the farmer and the Lady Gaga scarecrow
'Marriage Ref' is all in funFriday, February 26, 2010 @ 7:13AMMcCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS PASADENA, Calif. - NBC's new series The Marriage Ref offers average couples the chance to air their differences on national television and have the argument settled by the show's resident referee, Tom Papa. The show also marks the return of Jerry Seinfeld to network TV - he's the executive producer and an occasional guest panelist. The Marriage Ref debuts at 10:30 p.m ...
Around Your TownThursday, February 25, 2010 @ 1:50AMAround Your Town lists nonprofit events open to the public. Please send your items two weeks in advance to cityeditor@svherald.com . High on the Desert Gardening & Landscaping Conference will be today and Friday at the Windemere Hotel. Cost is $100 for two days and $65 for one day. For details, call 458-8278, Ext. 2141. NAMI Walks 2010 kickoff will be from 5:30 to 7 ...
On the blueline: One game to go, vs. Canada, gold at stakeWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 11:09PMUSA women's hockey national team member Caitlin Cahow, a 2006 Olympic bronze medalist, will document her experience as she prepares to compete at the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver.
Jerry Seinfeld produces couples' game showWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 6:47PMPASADENA -- NBC's new series "The Marriage Ref" offers average couples the chance to air their differences on national television and have the argument settled by the show's resident referee, Tom Papa.
The kids are all rightWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 11:01AMFashion, deep-fried pickle chips, and the ballad of the boy owner of maybe the world's costliest goat. Part two of two.
Quick takes on healthWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 9:32AMBrighton group promotes holistic healing. Tips on avoiding winter allergy woes. FDA warns of fake Alli weight-loss pills.
Mushrooms with a ViewWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 9:10AMHow often does this ever happen: Something that's absolutely perfect gets messed with and yet comes out better ? For the most part, the new Mamma Mia (1000 W. Magnolia Av., in the former Palermo's space) hasn't tried to fix what wasn't broke at the original location (3124 E. Belknap St.) - the menus are 98 percent identical.
`Moose Drop' tradition continues as part of 34th annual radiothonWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 8:37AMThe 34th Annual KSL Primary Children's Radiothon starts Thursday afternoon -- and with it, the popular Moose Drop. For a $75 donation, callers can have a stuffed moose delivered to a child in the hospital.
David Reilly: Time for Obama to man upWednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 4:47AMPresident Barack Obama is starting to look like the second coming of Jimmy Carter. If he’s going to avoid that fate, the president had better take radical action -- and fast.
The market: This weekTuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 7:50PMBackyard Growers : For a lovely splash of spring color pick up live flowers in a pot which may include a tulip, daffodils, primrose, stock and pansies by Winnie Struse who also will offer kalanchoe and coleus plants, lettuce and fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, rosemary and oregano). Look for collard greens, kale, romaine lettuce and spinach. New Product: Stout’s Cider Mill will have its new 8 ...
At Poulsbo School, Dogs Helping Students Become Better ReadersTuesday, February 23, 2010 @ 2:01AMPOULSBO —“My giraffe has spots, lots and lots,” read Madelynn Haney, a first-grader at Poulsbo Elementary, sitting cross-legged with a book in her lap.The 6-year-old continued, but then stopped and turned to one of the companions in her reading group. “Hey, Danny,” she said, holding up the book. “Look, there’s a dog!”Danny, an 11-year-old yellow lab, glanced at the page but was more interested ...
North Plainfield students thrilled by rainforest experienceMonday, February 22, 2010 @ 8:11PMNORTH PLAINFIELD — If the jungle noises, the dense foliage and the humid air weren't enough to give students a sense that they were experiencing about as authentic a rainforest experience as can be found in Central Jersey, the live snakes probably sealed the deal.
Ada County Pet of the week: Serena the dogMonday, February 22, 2010 @ 7:52PMSerena, 2, is a spayed female purebred American Pit Bull Terrier. Her short, white and brindle coat will be easy to keep clean, and grooming will be a breeze.
Cretin-Derham Hall's Mark Alt talks, Bob Sansevere listensMonday, February 22, 2010 @ 12:03AMGrowing up, I wanted to be a quarterback in the NFL. That's what I always pictured. That dream hasn't died. There's the hockey piece, which could be the route I take.
On the blueline: U.S. men win; now it's our turnSunday, February 21, 2010 @ 11:31PMUSA women's hockey national team member Caitlin Cahow, a 2006 Olympic bronze medalist, will document her experience as she prepares to compete at the 2010 Olympic Games in Vancouver.
Toy futures: High-tech on the cheapSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 10:44PMNEW YORK (AP) — If the Zhu Zhu Pets taught a lesson, it’s that a bit of technology and a low price tag can go a long way. Toy makers are taking that experience to heart. From a digital Scrabble game that checks the words to a hovering UFO to miniature radio-control cars, toy makers are amping up the tech quotient but not prices.
Pinky Webb gets a 'Teddy Doggie' from TedSaturday, February 20, 2010 @ 9:17AMMANILA, Philippines – Broadcast journalist Pinky Webb agreed to be grilled on the ABS-CBN's “Failon Ngayon” aired Saturday where she talked briefly about her work, family, love and thoughts on marriage.