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Partying for protection
Sharon Kluth of Pasadena-based Maryland Safe Defense briefly demonstrates escape techniques for women being assaulted. Behind her, playing the role of attacker, is Barbara Cheek of Glen Burnie. Looking on are Jackie Sneed and Michele Schmidt. (Sun, 20 Jul 2008 13:25:09 GMT)

Tips for Insuring Your Home in a Buyer's Market
(ARA) - Slow home sales mean more vacant houses are sitting on the market - a situation that can lead to increased insurance risks. (Sun, 20 Jul 2008 11:59:07 GMT)

Summer Home Security Tips
(ARA) - Of the over two million home break-ins every year (one every 15 seconds) most happen in July and August, when vacationing families leave their houses empty and vulnerable. (Sun, 20 Jul 2008 11:56:07 GMT)

$30,000 will get you a well-trained dog
WESTPORT — When some people think of a personal protection dog, the terms "guard dog," and "attack dog" come to mind; but one man in town is trying to change that perception. (Sun, 20 Jul 2008 05:13:57 GMT)

Local executive pay packages swell by over 30%
The Soaring energy industry lifted pay of top executives an average 31 percent for leaders of publicly traded companies in town even as the U.S. economy soured, according to the Chronicle's annual survey. (Sat, 19 Jul 2008 16:47:26 GMT)

Volunteer Opportunities: North County
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve: The group needs volunteers in government and civilian workplaces to continue its mission of gaining employer support for reservists and guardsmen. (800) 336-4590 or www.esgr.mil. (Sat, 19 Jul 2008 10:04:51 GMT)

Tips to keep your home safe from burglars
A police officer gives advice for preventing break-ins while you're at home or while you're on vacation. (Sat, 19 Jul 2008 09:14:40 GMT)

BUSINESS BRIEFS
Syron song Freddie Mac registered with the SEC for a $5.5 bil lion capital plan, removing the biggest obstacle to selling common stock and increasing its mortgage holdings. Meanwhile, an SEC filing showed Freddie Chairman and CEO Richard Syron... (Sat, 19 Jul 2008 09:04:35 GMT)

Freddie CEO gets a bundle in 2007
NEW YORK | Freddie Mac Chairman and Chief Executive Richard Syron pocketed nearly $19.8 million in compensation last year, according to a Securities and Exchange Commission filing Friday, even though the mortgage company's stock lost half its value in 2007. (Sat, 19 Jul 2008 08:42:29 GMT)

Freddie Mac CEO paid almost $20M last year
Richard Syron could take home another $20 million in stock awards this year. (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:35:29 GMT)

The Troglodytes Are Coming!
God bless Lou Dobbs, America’s only working home-security system. If it weren’t for him, you’d never know what to be scared of. And this time, the threat is real, people. (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 16:48:12 GMT)

Caledonia man wins big on 'Price is Right'
MARION - Shocked and in a fog is how Christopher "Chris" Lawhun of Caledonia described how he felt when his name was called to "come on down" on the Price is Right Show in Burbank, Calif. on July 2. (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:11:25 GMT)

Kayaks are versatile vessels
Most people wouldn't blink at the kayaker cruising the rapids on the river or paddling up the beach, but strap on a few fishing rods, add a cooler and a fish finder and you're likely to garner a few awkward stares. (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 07:20:30 GMT)

Hazelwood man's collection offers glimpse into military history
Tony Wolf's garage is a tribute to the military weapons of the 20th century. (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:18:52 GMT)

Jennings: Mix-up uncovers error in home security setup
Jennings residents are advised that if they have a home security system, they should make sure the company knows they live in Jennings. (Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:18:42 GMT)

'Wall-E's' world may not be so far away
Robots serving humans are the coming wave. And the West will have to decide their place in society. The mobile trash compactor is a symphony of squeaks, thunks and rattles, rolling forward on treads to bring its pivoting eyes to bear on us. Within moments we identify completely, launching "Wall-E," one of the rare films to feature robots as the lead characters. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 22:59:24 GMT)

Boast if you must, but not too loudly
Government ministers will often point to the toughened and tooled-up criminal justice system brought in by successive Labour home secretaries as the reason for the drop in crime. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 22:49:05 GMT)

Business as usual for security
A NEW management plan is being drawn up for Bathurst Security Network according to a spokesman for Chubb, the company responsible for electronic security, fire safety, guards, patrols and home security. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 22:31:31 GMT)

MyGVTC.com Revamped and Unveiled
SMITHSON VALLEY , Texas , July 17 /PRNewswire/ -- GVTC is offering its customers in central and south Texas an engaging new entry point to the Internet with the launch of a new online portal and more personalized content and features provided by Synacor. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:50:34 GMT)

the progress of the Portland Project's beta release
The Linux desktop has made great strides in just the last few months, and experts at the LinuxWorld Conference & Exhibition in San Francisco see much more to come. Talk about technological issues is finally turning into successful deployments. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 13:10:05 GMT)

Reward offered in break-ins at fire station State police report 50 percent increase in Crawford County daylight ...
HARMONSBURG -- The Summit Volunteer Fire Department is putting up $1,000 to stop paying for new doors and filing cabinets. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 07:00:55 GMT)

Lightning blamed for fire that brought out HazMat team
DEBARY -- A lightning strike ignited a barn on West Highbanks Road, spewing chemicals into the air and forcing nearby residents to stay indoors for three hours Wednesday morning as a precaution. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 06:16:01 GMT)

$200,000 in stolen jewelry recovered
Escambia sheriff's investigators recovered hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of jewelry stolen from the home of a Pensacola woman. (Thu, 17 Jul 2008 05:55:18 GMT)

Fuel surcharges are delivering extra pain
You're not only paying to fill your tank these days, you're also helping your pizza deliveryman gas up. Along with your cabbie, your plumber, your tow-truck operator, your florist, your landscaper and the guy who services your home-security system. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 13:45:19 GMT)

External wireless antenna offers seven frequency ranges
St. Louis, Mo.—Laird Technologies Inc. announced the availability of its Heptaband external wireless antenna that supports seven bands in one profile. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 12:41:31 GMT)

Fuel surcharges are delivering extra pain
By JESSICA MEYERS and DAVID FLICK / The Dallas Morning News The Associated Press contributed to this report. You're not only paying to fill your tank these days, you're also helping your pizza deliveryman gas up. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 08:15:12 GMT)

Hazelwood man's collection offers glimpse into military history
Tony Wolf's garage is a tribute to the military weapons of the 20th century. (Wed, 16 Jul 2008 06:11:42 GMT)

Power Integrations Finds Its Way
We are setting a target price of $33.00, which corresponds to a P/E multiple of 22.0x. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:07:22 GMT)

Intellihome, Inc. to Become Atlas Oil and Gas Inc. With the Appointment of Dan Motsinger
Intellihome, Inc. announces the appointment of Dan Motsinger as President and a member of the Board of Directors. The appointment of Dan Motsinger indicates the new direction of the company towards oil and gas. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 12:30:00 GMT)

Home networking with Zigbee
Will Bluetooth, ZigBee, and 802.11 all have a place in your home? Here's what ZigBee offers for home wireless networking. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:22:50 GMT)

Hazelwood man's collection offers glimpse into military history
Tony Wolf's garage is a tribute to the military weapons of the 20th century. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 05:56:43 GMT)

TV Watch: 'Burn Notice' recap: Carla vs Fiona?
(Tue, 15 Jul 2008 05:45:37 GMT)

How Practical Are DC's Proposed Gun Laws?
DC lawmakers are about to pass emergency handgun legislation that would make getting a gun in the Nation's Capital a detailed process. After the applications, photographs, fingerprints, even a background check, the red tape follows you into the house and could hinder accessing the weapon in a time of need. Fox 5's Will Thomas explains. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:41:39 GMT)

Police Keeping an Eye on Vacationers' Homes
Packing up and heading out for vacation this summer? Home security may not be high on your to do list, but now making sure your home is protected while you're away just got a little easier thanks to your friendly neighborhood police officer. Fox 5's Maureen Umeh has details. (Tue, 15 Jul 2008 03:41:29 GMT)

Chalk Talk: Robot helps students land internships
A robot has helped three engineering students from Skyline College in San Bruno earn prestigious summer internships.Students Luis Bill, Max Kalinin and Leo Szeto built the wall-hugging robot "Hally" and unveiled it at the Community College Honors Research Symposium at Stanford University in April. (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 13:32:30 GMT)

CSG Systems International, Inc. Extends Contract with Comcast Through 2012
ENGLEWOOD, Colo., BUSINESS WIRE -- CSG Systems International, Inc. (Nasdaq: CSGS), a leading provider of customer interaction management solutions, today announced that it has entered into a restated and amended multi-year Master Subscriber Management System Agreement (the "Agreement") with Comcast that extends CSG's current contractual relationship with the nation's leading provider of ... (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 11:05:48 GMT)

International, Inc. Extends Contract with Comcast Through 2012 Business Editors
(AP:ENGLEWOOD, Colo.--) (BUSINESS WIRE) _ Jul. 14, 2008--CSG Systems International, Inc. (Nasdaq: CSGS), a leading provider of customer interaction management solutions, today announced that it has entered into a restated and amended multi-year Master Subscriber Management System Agreement (the "Agreement") with Comcast that extends CSG's current contractual relationship with the nation's ... (Mon, 14 Jul 2008 10:17:34 GMT)

TV Watch: 'Burn Notice' recap: Carla vs Fiona?
(Mon, 14 Jul 2008 05:46:00 GMT)

Home burglary
When I sped home from work one day last winter to find my bedroom ransacked, my desktop computer gone and nearly all my jewelry missing, I could never have guessed that six months later I'd be sitting in a San Diego courtroom, craning my neck to get a clear view of the two perpetrators. (Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:02:42 GMT)

TV Watch: 'Burn Notice' recap: Carla vs Fiona?
(Sun, 13 Jul 2008 06:45:58 GMT)

TV Watch: 'Burn Notice' recap: Carla vs Fiona?
(Sat, 12 Jul 2008 06:16:06 GMT)

Contact 13 Alert: Home Security Sales Tactic
You may be a target for a sales tactic that is leaving some Valley residents in contracts they cannot get out of. A Valley man called Contact 13's call for action after he found himself being charged by two different alarm companies. Rick Monaco is at home alot during the day and he takes care of his mother Angelena who is disabled. (Sat, 12 Jul 2008 05:46:13 GMT)

High-res Web and wireless home surveillance due this fall
Surveillance specialist Lorex now plans to release two new wireless camera systems for home security, BetaNews has learned, including a night vision-enabled system coming this fall that can stream over the Internet. (Fri, 11 Jul 2008 19:01:30 GMT)

External Wireless Antenna offers 7 frequency ranges.
Suitable for terminal, PoS, automatic meter reading, and M2M applications, External Wireless Antenna features knuckle/swivel snap-in or SMA/TNC/RPTNC connector option, allowing for integration into variety of devices. Operating frequencies include 824-894, 880-960, 1575, 1710-1880, 1850-1990, 1920-2170, and 2400-2500 MHz. With 7 bands operating simultaneously, blade-style antenna provides ... (Fri, 11 Jul 2008 13:06:19 GMT)

Security cameras to monitor activity in Greencastle
GREENCASTLE, Pa. -The Borough of Greencastle will soon have a few eyes in the sky. In a unanimous vote Monday, the Borough Council accepted a bid to purchase a $5,742 video surveillance system from Bowers Home Security in Greencastle to monitor activity at Borough Hall, the police station and, perhaps in the future, the streets of the borough. (Fri, 11 Jul 2008 11:26:23 GMT)

Volunteer opportunities: North County
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve: The group needs volunteers in government and civilian workplaces to continue its mission of gaining employer support for reservists and guardsmen. (800) 336-4590 or www.esgr.mil. (Fri, 11 Jul 2008 10:14:20 GMT)

Add Burglary Prevention to Your Summer Travel Checklist
NBFAA offers tips for home security. (Thu, 10 Jul 2008 16:20:00 GMT)

Volunteer Opportunities | Helping out in North County
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve: The group needs volunteers in government and civilian workplaces to continue its mission of gaining employer support for reservists and guardsmen. (800) 336-4590 or www.esgr.mil. (Thu, 10 Jul 2008 10:15:40 GMT)

Downers Township focuses on old and young
From ensuring the safety of seniors to coordinating social-emotional learning classes in middle schools, Downers Grove Township provides services for the elderly and the young. (Thu, 10 Jul 2008 09:08:34 GMT)

Contact 13: Home Security Alert
Valley residents are complaining about a business tactic used by some security companies that residents say is deceptive. Clara Cunegin is a Valley senior who feels safe in her home. She has a burglar alarm system through Alarmco and the company has placed its sign in her yard. (Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:01:14 GMT)

LAW and DISORDER: Fatal shooting follows dispute
One man is dead after an argument Wednesday with another man in Northwest Jacksonville, police said. (Thu, 10 Jul 2008 04:39:52 GMT)

Home security system shows home invader
Three men terrorized a Jacksonville family Wednesday morning after forcing their way into their home near the St. Johns River and robbing them. It happened shortly before 10 a.m. at the home in the 4500 block of West Oak Bay Drive off University Boulevard North. One of ... (Wed, 09 Jul 2008 23:38:38 GMT)

Harrisburg Residents Warned Of Scam
HARRISBURG, Pa. -- Harrisburg Mayor Stephen Reed is warning residents about a door-to-door security system sales scam. There have been several complaints of a man offering to install a home security system at no charge in exchange for being allowed to put an advertising sign in the yard. (Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:45:38 GMT)

Suspect in Red Canoe robbery still at large
Police are still searching for a man who robbed the Red Canoe Credit Union at 2266 30th Ave in Longview at 12:18 p.m. Tuesday. (Wed, 09 Jul 2008 11:44:48 GMT)

Palm Beach County cuts 35 jobs to pare budget
Commissioners approve fewer ranger patrols, fee increases Fewer park rangers will be on patrol. Hundreds of low-income kids won't qualify for summer camp scholarships. And if a hurricane hits, consumers might have a tougher time finding an official to enforce anti-gouging laws. (Wed, 09 Jul 2008 11:02:16 GMT)

Your Front Entry: On Duty 24/7
(ARA) - Your front entry needs to be on duty 24/7. Not only does it present a welcoming invitation for guests to enter your home, it also needs to shield you from prowlers and burglars, insulate your home from extreme temperatures and ensure safety and property protection from storms with high winds, flying debris and driving rain. (Wed, 09 Jul 2008 09:58:26 GMT)

Westell CEO resigns
AURORA -- The CEO of Aurora-based Westell Technologies will leave the company after 18 months in the position, company officials announced Tuesday. (Wed, 09 Jul 2008 09:30:28 GMT)

Police say security system salesman wrongly claims department's backing
Residents say a salesman for APX Alarm is also making disparaging remarks about competitors' financial situations. (Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:36:03 GMT)

E-Book Readers: Paperless at a Price
Amazon's Kindle and Sony's Reader cost too much for what they deliver. (Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:16:48 GMT)

The cops said public service. But he said wait a minute.
Troy Molde marched into Lakeville City Hall on Monday to defend his rights. (Tue, 08 Jul 2008 11:18:42 GMT)

Kid crimes are on rise
Because they are young offenders, protected and often coddled by the Youth Criminal Justice Act, they routinely escape the media's glare -- with only the most sensational of their crimes making it into the headlines. (Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:50:57 GMT)

Frugal phone service comes with catch
Last week, T-Mobile rolled out a commercial that showed a woman with a chain saw cutting down telephone poles. The company was trying to drum up interest in its new home phone plan, which debuted Wednesday. (Tue, 08 Jul 2008 09:07:27 GMT)

Rock on ...
Porking out: So many hot dogs, so little time. San Jose, Calif. resident Joey Chestnut wolfed his way to victory in the Nathan's Fourth of July International Hot Dog Contest at Coney Island on Friday. (Tue, 08 Jul 2008 06:07:56 GMT)

Home Security Camera Comes To Rescue In Daytona Beach
Police there are looking for four guys caught casing cars over the weekend. The home’s security camera caught them on tape and gave police clues to work with.... (Tue, 08 Jul 2008 03:59:10 GMT)

Police Warn About Security System Claim
The Springfield Police Department says an alarm company is claiming it has contracted with the department. Springfield does not endorse any alarm company. (Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:04:35 GMT)

Springfield police warn about reported sales claims
The Springfield Police Department has received reports that representatives of an alarm company have been going door to door to sell home security systems. (Mon, 07 Jul 2008 21:03:36 GMT)

Business owners locking up A/C systems
In 2005, investigator James Hall began seeing a significant increase in copper thefts. Now, he said, copper is stolen almost daily in Escambia County. (Mon, 07 Jul 2008 05:55:01 GMT)

Former Tribune employee found dead in Orlando home
A 39-year-old Orlando man was found dead inside his home Friday night, and police say he was killed. (Sun, 06 Jul 2008 15:28:33 GMT)

Victim found in Orlando home was slain, police say
A 39-year-old Orlando man was found dead inside his home Friday night, and police say he was killed. (Sun, 06 Jul 2008 08:33:55 GMT)

Power out along the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay.
Lightning damage to utility lines appears to be the cause of the power outage. More (Sun, 06 Jul 2008 01:46:36 GMT)

Sales tactics draw complaints
Eastpointe city officials are threatening to revoke a peddler's license from a home security company after numerous residents complained about high pressure sales tactics. (Sat, 05 Jul 2008 02:04:48 GMT)

Residents of Cresswell are warned about robberies
DETECTIVES investigating a number of robberies in Dumfries on Tuesday want to trace a man seen in the area at the time. Three homes were broken into and a car was stolen from the Cresswell area of the town in the early hours of the morning. (Fri, 04 Jul 2008 08:38:38 GMT)

Bump keys: Should you be worried?
The Internet has turned 150 years of high security into worldwide doubt with consequences at your door. (Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:13:53 GMT)

Durham, break-ins
A CrimeStoppers reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest in a series of break-ins in the West End and Morehead Hills neighborhoods during June. (Thu, 03 Jul 2008 20:22:42 GMT)

How to protect your home from burglars while you're on vacation
Many residents plan a vacation during July. Here are some maintenance tasks from the Burglary Prevention Council that will protect your home. •Examine your house from the street and make sure no valuables, like expensive electronics or artwork, are visible. (Thu, 03 Jul 2008 19:49:48 GMT)

Linear LLC Names Todd Hokunson Vice President of Sales, Electronic Systems
June 30, 2008 CARLSBAD, Calif. - Linear LLC, a market leader in residential and commercial technology solutions for over four decades, has named Todd Hokunson to the role of Vice President of Sales, Electronic Systems. In his new position, Todd will be responsible for the sales revenue for Linear's home security, structured wiring, and audio-video distribution systems. Todd brings more than 15 ... (Thu, 03 Jul 2008 12:42:15 GMT)

Wide Open Possibilities - Ethernet Ready IP110 Camclosure Series Cameras Now for Sale Through Surveillance Video
The new IP110 Camclosure series of cameras from Pelco feature a built-in web server which allow them to be controlled with a standard web browser, which means users can manage video from anywhere in the world. Surveillance Video is proud to now offer the IP110 series for sale on its website, www.surveillance-video.com . (PRWeb Jul 3, 2008) Read the full story at ... (Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:49:08 GMT)

Palestinians cannot even visit their homes
Sometimes I try to imagine what it must be like to be a Palestinian without a secure home, without reliable travel documents and without the rights most of us take for granted. (Thu, 03 Jul 2008 05:07:20 GMT)

West Municipal News
Carnegie: The solicitor's permit for APX Alarm Home Security has been revoked/suspended. Homeowners should contact the police if a representative of the company solicits a home security system. ... (Thu, 03 Jul 2008 04:43:30 GMT)

Palm Beach County budget cuts may not include layoffs afterall
Palm Beach County government's 6,757 workers can breath a sigh of relief. (Wed, 02 Jul 2008 19:23:45 GMT)

County considers axing park rangers
There might not be any rangers cruising around Palm Beach County's parks next year. And the county may not have enough workers to stop price-gouging after the next hurricane. (Wed, 02 Jul 2008 17:48:37 GMT)

Residents call for zoning crackdown
Overcrowding complaints by Loudoun residents who charge that groups of illegal immigrants are packing houses zoned for single families have more than doubled in 2008, prompting a county supervisor to urge an investigation. (Wed, 02 Jul 2008 07:10:27 GMT)

Security camera images released in deputy's shooting
Douglas County Sheriff's investigators today released new surveillance photos of a man accused of shooting at deputies in a car chase on Daken Road on Saturday. (Wed, 02 Jul 2008 00:48:55 GMT)

Interactivity, Competitive Business Models, and Value-Added Services Driving Expansion of the Digital Lifestyle
DALLAS, July 1 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumer demand for interactivity in entertainment and control at home is driving adoption in technology products and services, according to Parks Associates, which forecasts over 400 million households worldwide will have digital television services by 2012. (Tue, 01 Jul 2008 21:20:32 GMT)

Five key trends in microcontrollers
BANGALORE, INDIA: Microcontrollers (MCUs) are continuing to gain in popularity for portable, low power applications because they are easy to use, come in a wide range of configurations and can be used in many different applications. (Tue, 01 Jul 2008 19:06:30 GMT)

CSG Systems International, Inc. to Hold Second Quarter 2008 Earnings Conference Call
CSG Systems International, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSGS) invites you to participate in a conference call on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at 5 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the company's second quarter 2008 earnings results. (Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:32:15 GMT)

BRIEFLY: North County Exchange
-- Linear names vice president ---- Carlsbad-based Linear LLC has named Todd Hokunson to the position of vice president of electronic systems sales. (Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:56:13 GMT)

False alarms under review
Too many burglar alarms that cry wolf might spell the end of an automatic response by Columbus police. (Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:50:07 GMT)

Coldwell Banker agents earn specialist designation
LACONIA — Coldwell Banker® Residential Brokerage of New England® and Laconia office Sales Manager Mike Keeler, congratulate Rose Cook and John Silva on completion of USAA Movers Advantage Program training to earn the Cartus Network Affinity Specialist designation. (Tue, 01 Jul 2008 07:27:21 GMT)

Talking Business: Home Electronics Store moves
Anyone can be the victim of a crime, but not everyone can afford to protect themselves from crime. (Tue, 01 Jul 2008 05:36:04 GMT)

InGrid Expands Digital Wireless Home Security Product Suite
BERWYN, Pa., BUSINESS WIRE -- InGrid, Inc., the leading provider of digital, wireless home security services (www.ingridhome.com), today announced the availability of several new products and services. Starting in July, InGrid will offer consumers siren detectors, cellular backup capabilities, cameras, temperature sensors and flood detectors, and access to their InGrid systems from any ... (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 14:20:14 GMT)

InGrid Expands Digital Wireless Home Security Product Suite
BERWYN, Pa.----InGrid, Inc., the leading provider of digital, wireless home security services , today announced the availability of several new products and services. Starting in July, InGrid will offer consumers siren detectors, cellular backup capabilities, cameras, temperature sensors and flood detectors, and access to their InGrid systems from any Internet-enabled mobile phone. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:30:00 GMT)

Linear LLC Names Todd Hokunson Vice President of Sales, Electronic Systems
Linear LLC, a market leader in residential and commercial technology solutions for over four decades, has named Todd Hokunson to the role of Vice President of Sales, Electronic Systems. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:25:00 GMT)

Home Electronics Store moves
Anyone can be the victim of a crime, but not everyone can afford to protect themselves from crime. (Mon, 30 Jun 2008 06:51:27 GMT)

Resident battles armed attacker
A man confronted by an armed gunman fought back Thursday night, and the robber fled on foot. A man who lives on South Chipley Ford Road said around 10:15 p.m. he was working on his front porch when a man came from behind and demanded money, said Statesville Police Department Assistant Chief Tom Anderson. He told police the man was armed with a handgun and ordered him into his house at gunpoint. ... (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 08:18:59 GMT)

Sports: Pro athletes aren't afraid of protecting themselves
Rookie Martellus Bennett didn't need to attend the NFL security meeting held the first day of the Dallas Cowboys' minicamp two weeks ago to understand how dangerous it can be for professional athletes to flaunt their wealth in public. (Sun, 29 Jun 2008 04:46:48 GMT)

Burglars beware, this house is armed
There are so many decisions to be made when building or remodeling your home, but selecting products and features that protect your family is probably not one of the first things that comes to mind. (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 13:00:04 GMT)

Around the House: Turn on FakeTV, protect home
Just in time for vacation season, there's a new gizmo to make would-be burglars think someone's home. Blaine Readler got the idea for FakeTV one night when he and his wife went out and left the TV on for home security. He started thinking it was a shame to... (Sat, 28 Jun 2008 07:23:55 GMT)

D-Link to launch SIP/DECT dual-mode VoIP phone and home surveillance system in July
D-Link plans to launch a number of new products including a SIP/DECT dual-mode VoIP phone and small-size home security surveillance system, in July, according to company sources. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 09:40:20 GMT)

Hot Read
The weird thing about player-coach fights is that most of the time the fans wind up being more behind the player for finally snapping and acting out on their dreams of rage against the coach or general manager. While Astros pitcher Shawn Chacon was wrong for attacking general manager Ed Wade, rumor has it parades are being planned in his honor in both Philadelphia and Houston. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 07:16:05 GMT)

Local developer Chris Coté: 'They tried to kill me'
Police have gathered key evidence related to the near-fatal beating of local developer Chris Coté and expect to make an arrest soon. (Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:25:22 GMT)

It's Happening - Beach
Saturday, June 28 FREE PARK YOGA, Riverdale Park, Gerrard Street and Broadview Avenue, 10 to 11 a.m., meet by the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen statue near Bridgepoint Hospital. Bring a mat, towel and water. E-ma... (Thu, 26 Jun 2008 19:26:36 GMT)

Cape Coral police provide home-safety tips
The Cape Coral Police Department released a list of home-safety tips this afternoon. (Thu, 26 Jun 2008 17:03:51 GMT)

Volunteer Opportunities: Helping out in North County
Lake Hodges Native Plant Club: Club members are looking for volunteers to work in their native garden Wednesday and Saturday mornings in Escondido. (760) 745-4005. (Thu, 26 Jun 2008 10:04:55 GMT)

Champions Trophy hosts Pak get a 'shot in arm'
Karachi: The PCB's hopes of hosting the Champions Trophy got a much needed boost with Indian team manager Aravind Ganguly voicing his approval for the security arrangements at the ongoing Asia Cup. (Thu, 26 Jun 2008 09:14:55 GMT)

Juvenile crime increases in some communities as summer vacation begins : Local News
As more and more kids are out on summer break, the number of juvenile crimes is on the rise in some Victor Valley communities, according to sheriff’s officials. (Wed, 25 Jun 2008 23:55:42 GMT)

Program puts retired volunteers in uniform
When John Smeda walks into Dairy Queen, he expects to do what anyone else does — have some coffee or ice cream and chat with his company. When Smeda enters the restaurant wearing his deputy’s uniform, sometimes the unexpected happens. It’s just part of the job for Smeda, 72 — one of 11 seniors who donates his time to the Senior Volunteer Program, an Ottawa County Sheriff’s ... (Wed, 25 Jun 2008 11:30:07 GMT)

Authorities Say Bizarre Trespasser Lurking In South OC
Man claims to be performing college prank, officials say. (Wed, 25 Jun 2008 04:11:04 GMT)

Accused Admits He Accidentally Shot Girl; 2nd Suspect Arrested
In a jailhouse interview that aired first on 7NEWS, Daniel Lujan says he did shoot 8-year-old Sierra Moore and explains what happened. (Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:58:50 GMT)

Feeling the pinch
HALF of Cardiff residents are worried the credit crunch will mean a rise in domestic crime, according to a survey. (Tue, 24 Jun 2008 10:23:36 GMT)

South Africa: Age of the Screen Threatens Traditional Advertising
What do you do when students know more than their lecturers in terms of new technologies and applications? When ad agencies are reporting up to 40% lost in above-the-line budgets internationally? When the new consumer is a 'screenager'? (Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:44:20 GMT)

Don't Advertise Your Home to Thieves When You Go On Holiday, Says Confused.com
Simon Lamble, product director for Confused.com - the leading price comparison service - advises holidaymakers not to become lax this summer with their home security. (Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:01:00 GMT)

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AN ELDERLY woman with dementia found dead in a stream at Over Alderley had wandered into woodland and suffered a heart attack, an inquest heard. Widow Edwina "Marie" Yates, 79, went missing from Prestbury Beaumont Care Home on the morning of Friday, November 16, last year. (Tue, 24 Jun 2008 05:59:51 GMT)

Law sparks home security debate
Mansfield police Chief Phil Messer has mixed emotions about a law giving would-be victims the benefit of the doubt if they kill or harm someone breaking into their homes. (Mon, 23 Jun 2008 11:43:11 GMT)

Bush’s wars will cost the USA 800 billion dollars
The House of Representatives of the US Congress assigned extra funds to George Bush’s administration to conduct military actions in Iraq and Afghanistan. The USA will thus spend the extra $162 billion on the military contingent. (Mon, 23 Jun 2008 11:32:44 GMT)

Why, Robot?
This summer it's clear: We are officially fascinated by computerized humans. But when are they coming home to clean the house? (Mon, 23 Jun 2008 08:05:36 GMT)

Consumers Fear Credit Crunch Will Drive Rise in Domestic Crime
A survey by home security company, AlertMe.com, has revealed a rise in consumer's concerns about increasing crime levels as a consequence of the credit crunch. A survey of 1000 adults found that 71% of people worried about protecting their property and 51% felt the credit crunch would lead to an increase in crime in their local area. (Mon, 23 Jun 2008 07:00:00 GMT)

Alarm firm reps' tactics alarm some
WASHINGTON COUNTY - A Utah-based security company's door-to-door sales calls have resulted in calls to local police. Washington County Sheriff Douglas Mullendore said last week that his department had heard from about a half-dozen people alleging "aggressive tactics" by APX Alarm Security Solutions salespeople, although no one had filed an official complaint. (Sun, 22 Jun 2008 12:16:33 GMT)

New law sparks home security debate
Mansfield police Chief Phil Messer has mixed emotions about a law giving would-be victims the benefit of the doubt if they kill or harm someone breaking into their homes. (Sun, 22 Jun 2008 11:13:45 GMT)

CEO salaries? What about those perks?
NEW YORK - It's no secret CEOs are well compensated, but finding the juicy details in those dense pay disclosures can be a tough task. Not just the over-the-top perks that might leave shareholders wondering why they should be footing the bill, but also making sense of which (Sun, 22 Jun 2008 06:26:08 GMT)

Before buying an alarm, check out the contractor
By NATHANIEL JONES The alarm contractor hooking you up could return and rip you off. The Texas Department of Public Safety this week is urging Texas residents to make sure that any alarm salesperson, company or alarm installer is licensed by the state. Be leery of anybody who knocks on your door trying to sell you something, said Greg Wright, chief executive of Aeon Systems, an alarm company ... (Sun, 22 Jun 2008 05:17:29 GMT)

Small type in proxies yields handful of 'awards'
The Associated Press (Sun, 22 Jun 2008 04:17:10 GMT)

In pictures
The Olympic flame is carried through Tibet's main city (Sat, 21 Jun 2008 10:10:06 GMT)

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