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Coffee klatches help Ellis Heights neighbors fend off issues
ROCKFORD — Who would have thought that something as simple as “coffee time” would play a role in securing specialized training for people trying to stitch together a neighborhood torn by drug crimes and blight as they prepare for an end to their federal funding? (Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:11:24 GMT)
Open & Shut: Florists come and go, video stores closing
A longtime Graham florist closed at the end of January. Ausley’s Florist had been open more than 55 years, first in Gladys Ausley’s basement and then at 100 S. Marshall St. Jim Guthrie and Lloyd Carter had owned the florist for five years.... (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 22:21:15 GMT)
Saveology.com® CMO to Speak at CableLabs Cable Information Services Summit
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.----Saveology.com®, a consumer comparison-shopping portal focused on lowering the cost of living for households by providing valuable cost savings on known brands and services, announced today Michael Aronowitz, Chief Marketing Officer of Saveology.com®, will join as a guest speaker during the CableLabs® Cable Information Services Summit in Denver, Colorado. (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 20:52:00 GMT)
Bywater homeowner kills alleged intruder, a man who lived three blocks away
A Bywater homeowner fatally shot an apparent burglar who tripped an alarm in his garage late Friday, authorities said. Rene J. Alcebo, 36, fired a shotgun blast at Jason Miller, 31, inside Alcebo's detached garage in the 600 block... (Sun, 07 Feb 2010 00:12:03 GMT)
Military spouses participate in self defense class
Women in the Fayetteville and Fort Bragg area are being advised not to let down their guards after Spc. Aaron Pernell was arrested and charged with two burglaries and a sexual assault on Fort Bragg. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 23:00:29 GMT)
Bywater man shoots, kills alleged garage burglar early Saturday
A Bywater resident shot and killed an apparent burglar who activated a motion sensor in the resident's garage early Saturday, according to the New Orleans Police Department. No charges have been filed against the unidentified shooter, though an investigation involving... (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 15:57:18 GMT)
What every good Carnival parade party host -- and guest -- needs to know
Experienced parade-route hosts offer tips on food, bathrooms, ladders and more. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 11:05:26 GMT)
Canyon Lake Residents Targeted In Break-Ins
The Comal County Sheriff's Office is working over-time trying to track down the person or people responsible for a series of burglaries in several Canyon Lake subdivisions. (Sat, 06 Feb 2010 04:23:18 GMT)
Military Families Receive Discounts on Home Alarm Systems
The home alarm company Brigade Security specializes in providing home security systems at discounted prices to the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces. (PRWeb Feb 6, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Pr (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 23:35:57 GMT)
Military Families Receive Discounts on Home Alarm Systems
The home alarm company Brigade Security specializes in providing home security systems at discounted prices to the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 22:30:00 GMT)
Burglars strike at nearly 30 homes
POLICE are hunting serial burglars who have so far struck at almost 30 homes in Southampton. (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 14:46:07 GMT)
Toll Brothers' Website to Broadcast Its February 24, 2010 "First Quarter 2010 Earnings" Conference Call Live
HORSHAM, Pa. -- Toll Brothers, Inc. , the nation's leading builder of luxury homes, will broadcast live on its website, www.tollbrothers.com, a conference call to discuss its FY 2010 first quarter results. The event is scheduled for 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, February 24, 2010. It will follow announcement of the Company's first quarter 2010 results for earnings, revenues ... (Fri, 05 Feb 2010 10:00:00 GMT)
Burglars may have used open doors
Following a string of home burglaries that could be related, police are warning residents of West Chester and Liberty townships: make sure your doors and windows are locked - and watch for a white van. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 22:28:12 GMT)
Kwikset home security system can be run by e-mail, cellphone
Much of the buzz at the Consumer Electronics Show has been about connectivity, specifically the way in which TVs are bringing Internet services into the living room. Kwikset went a few steps further and brought connectivity to the front door. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 15:40:18 GMT)
MEL GIBSON SLEEPS WITH A GUN
MEL GIBSON sleeps with a gun next to his bed - just in case he's attacked in his sleep. (Thu, 04 Feb 2010 10:51:14 GMT)
Gibson sleeps with a gun
Mel Gibson sleeps with a gun next to his bed - just in case he's attacked in his sleep. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 22:16:06 GMT)
FrontPoint Security's Game Plan Protects Your Home During the Big Game
Next-Generation Home Alarm Provider Believes “Safety” is More Than a Guy in Shoulder Pads; It’s Peace of Mind through Superior Home Security Protection (PRWeb Feb 3, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/Fr (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:44:32 GMT)
FrontPoint Security's Game Plan Protects Your Home During the Big Game
Next-Generation Home Alarm Provider Believes “Safety” is More Than a Guy in Shoulder Pads; It’s Peace of Mind through Superior Home Security Protection (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 14:40:00 GMT)
Burglars pose as ‘Con Ed’ workers
Beware of strangers. Middle Village residents are cautioned to check identification before opening their doors and unwittingly inviting in crooks who may be posing as Con Edison workers. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:06:39 GMT)
Company Dedicated to Protecting American Homes Reaches Out To Haitians Who Have Lost Theirs
YourLocalSecurity.com, one of America’s leading providers of home security systems donates $50 of every purchase to the Haitian Relief effort. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:00:00 GMT)
Free home security checks
RESIDENTS in south Colchester are being offered free home security checks. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:22:02 GMT)
American Heart Month Recognized Feb. 1-28, 2010
Security Choice, a leader in home security and safety, kicks off American Heart Month with important information about identifying and reacting to a heart attack. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:01:00 GMT)
Home Video Captures Break-In
MISSION - A homeowner hopes video surveillance will lead police to the people who stormed their home. Officers say they've got few leads, and the video isn't much help. Police say the leads they have are turning into dead ends. It took less than two minutes for the men to get in and out. Their break-in is seen in the surveillance video caught on a home security system. The homeowner, we'll call ... (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 05:00:59 GMT)
Governor's plans raises concerns for Claremore museums
Henry's plan to make changes to the museum's administrations sparks controversy at the Will Rogers Historical Musuem and JM Davis Arms Museum. (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 03:10:42 GMT)
Brink's Reports Fourth-Quarter Earnings
The Brink's Company , a global leader in security-related services, reported fourth-quarter earnings from continuing operations of $124 million versus $39 million last year . Â Results include a U.S. tax valuation allowance release of $118 million and a $23 million charge related to the previously announced repatriation of cash from the company's operations in Venezuela. Â Results are summarized ... (Wed, 03 Feb 2010 01:43:00 GMT)
Adchemy Makes Advertising Personalized in Real Time
Adchemy , an emerging advertising powerhouse, has figured out a way to tweak web ads to make them dramatically more effective. The company performs a crazy real-time technical dance to optimize the ads and landing pages shown to searchers. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:24:08 GMT)
Machine to Machine Communication with G-4500 Series
The G-4500 Series are embedded, compact programmable automation controllers (PACs) with an antenna and built in GPRS/GSM. They are used for efficient M2M (Machine to Machine) communication. The G-4500 series applications can enable remote management systems such as water monitoring systems, vending machine systems, remote machine monitoring, home security, POS systems, and power measurement ... (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:44:05 GMT)
Burglars pose as ‘Con Ed’ workers
Beware of strangers. Middle Village residents are cautioned to check identification before opening their doors and unwittingly inviting in crooks who may be posing as Con Edison workers. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 13:04:58 GMT)
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BANGKOK, Feb 2 (TNA) – Deputy Prime Minister Suthep Thaugsuban said Monday's incident in which bags of human waste were thrown over the wall into the Prime Minister’s Sukhumvit area home may be related to the anti-government United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD), popularly known as the Red Shirts. (Tue, 02 Feb 2010 06:01:25 GMT)
Dozens Attend Self-Defense Class
A personal safety expert is offering a free self-defense class Monday night in the wake of a serial rapist targeting the Waldo neighborhood. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 21:42:40 GMT)
Cincinnati Bell Selects Westell VersaLink 7501 for Fioptics(SM) Service
Westell Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: WSTL), a leading provider of broadband products, ... (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 21:21:16 GMT)
Using Viral Video to Boost Sales
Racing Robots Kiva Systems worked with Zappos, one of its clients, to create a video about a warehouse robot that dreams of competing in the Kentucky Derby -- as Robotariat.' When it comes to explaining what your company does, video often speaks louder than words. YouTube demos featuring seemingly mundane products such as blenders and mattresses have attracted hundreds of thousands of viewers ... (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:07:27 GMT)
The Watchdog: Who is 'crying wolf' on whom?
When Sandra Boyer opened a letter she received in the mail at her Millersville residence, she did the math, so to speak, and something didn't add up right. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:42:08 GMT)
Self-Defense Classes Offered For Women After Waldo Rapes
After four rapes in the last four months in Waldo by what Kansas City police are calling a serial rapist, a self-defense class for women will be held Monday. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:13:15 GMT)
Digital marketers tweak practice from past
Putting the right promotional offer in front of the right person at the right time was the mantra of old-school direct-response marketing. But it's becoming even more relevant in the digital age. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:38:26 GMT)
Silicon Labs to Showcase Smart Home, Smart Meter and Human Interface Innovations at IIC-China
AUSTIN, Texas----To help drive the next breakthroughs in smart home, smart metering, human interface and AM/FM radio designs, Silicon Laboratories Inc. , a leader in high-performance, analog-intensive, mixed-signal ICs, will showcase its latest embedded mixed-signal and broadcast technologies at the International IC-China Conference & Exhibition in Shenzhen, Mar. 4-5. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:05:00 GMT)
Burglars pose as ‘Con Ed’ workers
Beware of strangers. Middle Village residents are cautioned to check identification before opening their doors and unwittingly inviting in crooks who may be posing as Con Edison workers. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 13:04:40 GMT)
5 QUESTIONS with Paul Liao, president and chief executive officer of Cable Television Laboratories Inc.
Since it was formed in 1988, Cable Television Labs Inc. (CableLabs) has provided research and developed new technologies for cable operating companies. (Mon, 01 Feb 2010 08:06:21 GMT)
Waldo Residents Attend Safety Seminar
Fear of a serial Rapist drives attendance at safety seminar in Waldo. (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:10:44 GMT)
Advice on settling estates
During the first few months of a new year, people think about getting things in order. One important undertaking is starting the process of preparing a will or similar document. No matter your age, it is a good idea to organize your thoughts and give som (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 09:26:34 GMT)
Make resolution to get affairs in order this year
During the first few months of a new year, people think about getting things in order. One important (Sun, 31 Jan 2010 04:49:38 GMT)
Burglars pose as ‘Con Ed’ workers
Beware of strangers. Middle Village residents are cautioned to check identification before opening their doors and unwittingly inviting in crooks who may be posing as Con Edison workers. (Sat, 30 Jan 2010 22:49:48 GMT)
American Express CEO base pay jump by 60% to $2 million
American Express CEO base pay jump by 60% to $2 millionAmerican Express CEO base pay jump by 60% to $2 million (Sat, 30 Jan 2010 01:54:04 GMT)
American Express CEO gets base pay jump
AXP.N ) raised Chief Executive Kenneth Chenault's base pay by 60 percent to $2 million for 2010, in the latest instance of Wall Street firms boosting regular executive compensation while cutting bonus... (Sat, 30 Jan 2010 01:14:20 GMT)
American Express CEO gets base pay jump
American Express Co raised Chief Executive Kenneth Chenault's base pay by 60 percent to $2 million for 2010, in the latest instance of Wall Street firms boosting regular executive compensation while cutting bonuses. (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 23:21:04 GMT)
American Express CEO gets base pay jump
By Steve Eder (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 23:21:04 GMT)
American Express CEO gets base pay jump
NEW YORK (Reuters) - American Express Co raised Chief Executive Kenneth Chenault's base pay by 60 percent to $2 million for 2010, in the latest instance of Wall Street firms boosting regular executive compensation while cutting bonuses. (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 23:21:04 GMT)
Capital One's CEO pay again based on stock only
Capital One Financial Corp. said Friday CEO Richard Fairbank would once again be paid in stock-based incentives this year and he would get no salary or bonus, much the same as in 2009. (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 22:37:35 GMT)
John Prendergast: Georgetown & Duke Students Team Up for Darfur
Georgetown and Duke students Daniel Solomon and Amber Henderson have penned an op-ed about Darfur that highlights the initiative their two schools have undertaken... (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 22:26:16 GMT)
Thief Gamely, Stupidly Tries To Rob A Security Company At CES
I’m not saying you should try to steal anything from a trade show. That’s just wrong. But if you absolutely have to , maybe you shouldn’t start with the company that’s there selling security cameras, hrrmmmm ? (more…) (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 21:11:28 GMT)
American Express CEO gets base pay bump
American Express Co increased the base pay of Chief Executive Kenneth Chenault to $2 million from $1.25 million, the company reported on Friday in a regulatory filing. (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:09:20 GMT)
American Express CEO gets base pay bump
American Express Co increased the base pay of Chief Executive Kenneth Chenault to $2 million from $1.25 million, the company reported on Friday in a regulatory filing. (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:51:57 GMT)
Port Williams - Jan. 19
By Sylvia Jacquard A Safety Day for Seniors, hosted by Len Hawley of AVR, will be held Jan... (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:31:41 GMT)
Burglars pose as ‘Con Ed’ workers
Beware of strangers. Middle Village residents are cautioned to check identification before opening their doors and unwittingly inviting in crooks who may be posing as Con Edison workers. (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 13:05:18 GMT)
'Diva' who killed boyfriend gets 29-year prison sentence
Michelle Rae Wilson, a self-described "diva" who fatally shot her ex-boyfriend when he tried to extricate himself from the relationship, was sentenced Thursday in Ramsey County District Court to more than 29 years in prison. (Fri, 29 Jan 2010 05:54:30 GMT)
Tyco International 1Q profit better than expected
Diversified manufacturer Tyco International Ltd. said Thursday its first-quarter profit rose 9 percent helped by cost-cutting measures, higher-than-expected revenue and stronger margins for its ADT security business. (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 17:42:53 GMT)
(AFX UK Focus) 2010-01-28 15:23 UPDATE 3-ADT helps lift Tyco quarterly profit, shares slip
NEW YORK, Jan 28 (Reuters) - Tyco International Ltd reported a 10 percent increase in quarterly net income with improved margins in three of its five units, including its big ADT security services division, which is set to expand after the $1.9 billion purchase of a rival. The industrial conglomerate kept its 2010 forecast unchanged, noting continued weakness in its flow control segment, which ... (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 15:43:06 GMT)
Burglars pose as ‘Con Ed’ workers
Beware of strangers. Middle Village residents are cautioned to check identification before opening their doors and unwittingly inviting in crooks who may be posing as Con Edison workers. (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 14:38:03 GMT)
Tyco quarterly profit rises 10 percent
Industrial conglomerate Tyco International Ltd reported a 10 percent increase in quarterly net income amid improved margins at its biggest unit, ADT security services. (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:27:17 GMT)
Home invasions also stole sense of security
Gary Schaile awoke with a gun in his face. (Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:04:26 GMT)
New York Mets employee pleads guilty to taking Shea Stadium bases and seats during demolition
A Mets employee got caught stealing - and not home. Security guard Gerald Tacopino pleaded guilty Wednesday to taking Shea Stadium bases and seats while he was supposed to be looking for looters during last year's demolition. (Wed, 27 Jan 2010 20:05:00 GMT)
AT&T Supports More Than 370 Wireless Specialty Devices
AT&T*, which offers the nation's most advanced mobile broadband experience, announced today that through 2009, it has certified more than 370 wireless specialty consumer and machine-to-machine devices â such as eReaders, netbooks, digital photo frames, personal navigation devices, and home security monitoring and smart grid devices â for use on its mobile broadband network. (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:59:00 GMT)
Fake sales rep targets Mill Bay homes
others also read... This is one case where an offer of security should make you feel anything but secure. Shawnigan Lake RCMP are warning the public after a man visited several homes in Mill Bay Saturday impersonating a home security sales representative. (Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:25:57 GMT)
Home Security Camera Helps In Burglary Suspects' Capture
CHANDLER #8212; Three alleged burglars who were being filmed by a home security camera while they took a homeowner #8217;s property were taken into custody late last week and charged with felony burglary and engaging in organized criminal activity. (Mon, 25 Jan 2010 20:31:20 GMT)
APX Alarm Partners With International Aid Serving Kids To Assist With Haiti Relief Efforts
APX Alarm, one of the nation's largest home security companies, today announced that it has partnered with International Aid Serving Kids (IASK) to help support the Haiti earthquake relief efforts. In response to Haiti's desperate need for medical supplies, IASK and APX Alarm are holding a "Medical Supply Drive" tomorrow at the new APX Alarm corporate headquarters in Provo. Local businesses and ... (Mon, 25 Jan 2010 14:32:00 GMT)
Levi & Korsinsky, LLP Investigates Possible Breach of Fiduciary Duty by the Board of Brink's Home Security Holdings ...
NEW YORK -- Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of Brink's Home Security Holdings, Inc. for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of state law in connection with their attempt to sell the Company to Tyco International Ltd. . Under the terms of the transaction, Brink's shareholders may elect to receive, for each Brink's share: $42.50 in cash; a combination ... (Fri, 22 Jan 2010 17:30:22 GMT)
Brink's Home Security Takeover
Levi & Korsinsky is investigating the Board of Directors of Brink's Home Security Holdings, Inc. (“Brink's” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CFL) for possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of state law in connection with their attempt to sell the Company to Tyco International Ltd. (“Tyco”). Under the terms of the transaction, Brink's shareholders may elect to receive, for each Brink’s ... (Fri, 22 Jan 2010 17:26:11 GMT)
Levi & Korsinsky LLP is Investigating the Board of Directors of Brink's Home Security Holdings Inc. (NYSE: CFL) for ...
NEW YORK----Levi & Korsinsky LLP is investigating the proposed acquisition of Brink’s Home Security Holdings Inc. by Tyco International Ltd. The firm’s investigation seeks to determine whether the consideration to be paid to shareholders in this transaction is unfair and substantially below the fair or inherent value of the Brink’s. (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:43:00 GMT)
Finkelstein Thompson LLP Announces Investigation of Brink's Home Security Holdings, Inc.
WASHINGTON----Finkelstein Thompson LLP is investigating potential claims on behalf of shareholders of Brink’s Home Security Holdings arising from the Company’s announcement of its intent to be acquired by Tyco International Ltd. . (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:34:00 GMT)
Tyco buys Brink's Home Security
NEW YORK (AP) - Diversified manufacturer Tyco International Ltd. has agreed to acquire Brink's Home Security Holdings Inc. in a cash-and-stock deal worth $2 billion, the companies said late Monday. (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 06:49:53 GMT)
Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Announces Investigation On Behalf of Shareholders of Brink's Home Security Holdings, Inc.
BENSALEM, Pa.----Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that it is investigating potential claims against the board of directors of Brink’s Home Security Holdings, Inc. related to the Company’s agreement to be acquired by Tyco International Ltd. . (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 04:23:00 GMT)
Brink's Home Security purchase helps Tyco boss move away from scandal era
Tyco's agreement to buy Brink's Home Security for $2 billion is the biggest since the conglomerate built by jailed former exec Dennis Kozlowski was split up. (Wed, 20 Jan 2010 01:49:00 GMT)
Tyco buys Brink's Home Security in US$2bil deal
NEW YORK: Diversified manufacturer Tyco International Ltd. says it has acquired home security provider Brink's Home Security Holdings Inc. in a cash-and-stock deal worth US$2 billion. Tyco is paying $... (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 09:04:17 GMT)
Tyco to buy Brink's Home Security for $2 billion
Tyco International Ltd. said Monday it has reached a deal to buy Brink's Home Security Holdings Inc., also known as Broadview Security, for cash and stock worth approximately $2.0 billion. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 08:25:49 GMT)
Brink's Home Security will combine with ADT
Diversified manufacturer Tyco International has acquired Brink's Home Security Holdings in a cash-and- stock deal worth $2 billion, the companies said late Monday. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 08:21:31 GMT)
Tyco International buys Brink's Home Security in $2B deal
Diversified manufacturer Tyco International says it has acquired home security provider Brink's Home Security Holdings Inc. in a cash-and-stock deal worth $2 billion. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 07:29:56 GMT)
Tyco to Buy Brink’s Home Security for $2 Billion (Update2)
Jan. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Tyco International Ltd. , the world’s largest maker of security systems through its ADT unit, said it will buy Brink’s Home Security Holdings Inc. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 04:54:54 GMT)
Tyco To Buy Brink's Home Security For $2 Billion
Tyco To Buy Brink's Home Security For $2 Billion (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 03:22:19 GMT)
Tyco to Buy Brink’s Home Security for $2 Billion (Update1)
Jan. 18 (Bloomberg) -- Tyco International Ltd. , the world’s largest maker of security systems through its ADT unit, agreed to buy Brink’s Home Security Holdings Inc. (Tue, 19 Jan 2010 01:00:03 GMT)
Tyco buys Brink's Home Security in $2B deal
Diversified manufacturer Tyco International Ltd. has agreed to acquire Brink's Home Security Holdings Inc. in a cash-and-stock deal worth $2 billion, the companies said late Monday. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 23:22:27 GMT)
Tyco International to acquire Brink's Home Security in deal worth $2 billion
The Swiss company will combine Brink's with its ADT security business. Diversified manufacturer Tyco International Ltd. has agreed to acquire Brink's Home Security Holdings Inc. in a cash-and-stock deal worth $2 billion, the companies said Monday. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 23:12:00 GMT)
Tyco to Buy Brink’s Home Security for $2 Billion (Update2)
Tyco International Ltd., the world’s largest maker of security systems through its ADT unit, said it will buy Brink’s Home Security Holdings Inc. in a $2 billion transaction that bolsters its North American presence. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 23:03:58 GMT)
Fear of violence grows in mountaintop mining fight
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — It was the slap heard ’round the coalfields: Cordelia Ruth Tucker, wearing the fluorescent-striped shirt of a miner, strode past West Virginia state troopers and into a stream of marchers protesting mountaintop removal mining to deliver an audible smack. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 15:02:37 GMT)
Home safe home
The bad news: Burglaries are up 25 percent from a year ago in St. Joseph. And nationally, there are 8,600 break-ins a day — one every 13 seconds, according to FBI statistics. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 13:34:29 GMT)
Talking Afghan peace while the Taliban strike
KABUL (Reuters) - Two minutes into an interview about how best to reintegrate the Taliban into Afghan society, a giant boom stopped a top presidential adviser mid-sentence. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 13:01:32 GMT)
Talking Afghan peace while the Taliban strike
Source: Reuters (For more on Afghanistan, click on [ID:nAFPAK]) By Sue Pleming KABUL, Jan 18 (Reuters) - Two minutes into an interview about how best to reintegrate the Taliban into Afghan society, a giant boom ... (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:24:02 GMT)
Portland police proposal cuts mounted patrol
PORTLAND (AP) — The Portland Police Bureau may lose its horsepower. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:17:16 GMT)
Task force targets Leeds suburb
A TASK force to combat crime and anti-social behaviour has targeted the Holt Park area of Leeds. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 09:43:16 GMT)
Paltrow offends neighbours
LONDON - CELEBRITY couple Gwyneth Paltrow and her rocker husband Chris Martin have offended their neighbours in London's trendy Belsize Park with their latest home security plans, reported entertainment media on Monday. According to a report in the UK's Sunday Telegraph, the power couple's plans to build a 3m metal fence at the bottom of their yard is the source of the neighbourhood dispute. (Mon, 18 Jan 2010 08:20:33 GMT)
Gwyneth clashes with posh neighbours
ACTRESS Gwyneth Paltrow has offended her posh neighbours with plans to build a 3m security fence. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 20:42:19 GMT)
Tax-code reform: service to the state?
Currently, Kentucky taxes six services: rentals of tangible items such as tuxedos and hotel rooms, a (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 13:04:22 GMT)
Fear of violence grows in mountaintop mining fight
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — It was the slap heard ’round the coalfields: Cordelia Ruth Tucker, wearing the fluorescent-striped shirt of a miner, strode past West Virginia state troopers and into a stream of marchers protesting mountaintop removal mining to deliver an audible smack. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 11:22:12 GMT)
Portland police proposal cuts mounted patrol
PORTLAND (AP) — The Portland Police Bureau may lose its horsepower. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 10:47:28 GMT)
Surviving 2010
THE Government of Jamaica imposed new taxes on January 1, and is expected to sign off on a deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for an approximately US$1.2-billion standby agreement. (Sun, 17 Jan 2010 10:17:47 GMT)
Fear of violence grows in mountaintop mining fight
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — It was the slap heard ’round the coalfields: Cordelia Ruth Tucker, wearing the fluorescent-striped shirt of a miner, strode past West Virginia state troopers and into a stream of marchers protesting mountaintop removal mining to deliver an audible smack. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 11:27:32 GMT)
Woman says burglars nabbed aging dog
Get FREE Daily Headlines by email! The burglars were in a rush and stole what they could in the 15 minutes or so they were inside the Gonzales Road residence — laptops, TV sets, jewelry and CDs. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 06:08:41 GMT)
SaveologyNetwork.com® Re-Launches Affiliate Portal Highlighting New Features in Preparation for Affiliate Summit West ...
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.----Saveology.com®, a consumer comparison-shopping portal focused on lowering the cost of living for households by providing valuable cost savings on known brands and services, today announced the re-launch of our home service affiliate site SaveologyNetwork.com™. (Sat, 16 Jan 2010 01:16:00 GMT)
Morning headlines: Haiti aid struggles, Police dismount, Lake Oswego centennial, Measure 66 & 67 ads, dangerous game
Aid efforts to Haiti grow increasingly desperate and impatient for help. The Portland Police Bureau proposes to eliminate its mounted patrol. Lake Oswego celebrates centennial. Television gives way to an avalanche of adds on measures 66 and 67. Children in Oregon playing a dangerous game of 'chicken'. (Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:17:29 GMT)
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Home security must-haves for a safe winter
(ARA) - With winter weather in full force, millions of Americans are cranking up the heater and throwing logs on the fire. But with all that heat comes an increased fire risk. (Fri, 15 Jan 2010 07:37:05 GMT)
Portland police propose cutting mounted patrol and leaving some positions vacant to balance budget
Portland's police bureau estimates a $585,000 savings from scrapping the Mounted Patrol Unit, made up of six officers and one sergeant, and transferring four of the officers to Central Precinct's bike patrol. (Fri, 15 Jan 2010 02:39:24 GMT)
Higher Gas Bills Prompt Georgia Consumers to Review Rates at Allconnect
ATLANTA----Following this week’s announcement by the Georgia Public Service Commission warning of higher natural gas bills, consumers are accessing Allconnect.com to evaluate rate plans and ensure they pay the lowest price possible. (Thu, 14 Jan 2010 23:42:00 GMT)
Fear of violence grows in mountaintop mining fight
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — It was the slap heard ’round the coalfields: Cordelia Ruth Tucker, wearing the fluorescent-striped shirt of a miner, strode past West Virginia state troopers and into a stream of marchers protesting mountaintop removal mining to deliver an audible smack. (Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:59:03 GMT)
Home security means swine flu prevention too
(ARA) - The statistics are startling, the symptoms are unpleasant and the illness can be deadly. So what's the average person to do when it comes to preventing swine flu? Start at home. (Thu, 14 Jan 2010 07:23:46 GMT)
Kent man gets 30 years in wife's shooting death
A Kent man who shot his wife to death in 2007 was sentenced Wednesday to 30 years in prison. (Thu, 14 Jan 2010 02:53:46 GMT)
HP boss Hurd's annual pay package falls to $24.2m
Hewlett-Packard Co CEO Mark Hurd got a pay package in the latest fiscal year the company valued at $24.2 million, according to an analysis of a company filing. The package represents a 29 percent drop from the year before, partly because Hurd got a much smaller bonus as HP battled a tough year in which technology budgets were devastated, and the company's revenue and profit fell. Still, in a ... (Thu, 14 Jan 2010 02:36:08 GMT)
Man who shopped for new bride before killing wife sentenced
A Kent man who searched Web sites for a mail-order bride in the weeks before he killed his wife was sentenced this afternoon in King County Superior Court to 30 years in prison. (Wed, 13 Jan 2010 23:54:05 GMT)
Moshe still remembers Mumbai
Three-year-old baby Moshe, who lost his parents, Rabbi Gavriel Holtzberg and Rivka during the 26/11 terror attack at the Jewish Chabad House in Colaba, often remembers his parents and Mumbai, said Israeli minister of trade and labour, Benjamin Ben Eliezer on Wednesday. (Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:42:01 GMT)
Hewlett-Packard CEO got $24M pay package for 2009
Hewlett-Packard CEO Mark Hurd got a pay package in latest fiscal year the company valued at $24. (Wed, 13 Jan 2010 18:36:50 GMT)
Radialpoint Internet Security Services 9.0 Helps ISPs Unlock Revenues, Enhance Subscriber Relationships
-New Version is Easier to Use, Offers More Protection Against Constantly Evolving Web Threats- (Wed, 13 Jan 2010 14:18:36 GMT)
Very bad week
'American Idol" creator Simon Fuller's week has gone from bad to worse. Hot on the heels of "Idol" judge Simon Cowell's Monday announcement that he is leaving the No. 1 TV show at the end of this season, reports have surfaced that Fuller was robbed to the tune... (Wed, 13 Jan 2010 11:50:04 GMT)
Hewlett-Packard CEO got $24M pay package for 2009
SAN FRANCISCO Hewlett-Packard Co. CEO Mark Hurd got a pay package in latest fiscal year the company valued at $24.2 million, according to an analysis of a company filing Tuesday. The pack... (Wed, 13 Jan 2010 05:46:22 GMT)
Hewlett-Packard CEO Hurd got $24M pay package for 2009, nearly 30 pct less than prior year
SAN FRANCISCO - Hewlett-Packard Co. CEO Mark Hurd got a pay package in latest fiscal year the company valued at $24.2 million, according to an analysis of a company filing Tuesday. The package repre... (Wed, 13 Jan 2010 04:31:29 GMT)
Hewlett-Packard CEO got $24M pay package for 2009
Hewlett-Packard Co. CEO Mark Hurd got a pay package in latest fiscal year the company valued at $24.2 million, according to an analysis of a company filing Tuesday. The package represents a 29 percent drop from the year before, partly because Hurd got a much... Mark Hurd - hewlettpackard - Fiscal year - HP - Business (Wed, 13 Jan 2010 02:54:49 GMT)
Hewlett-Packard CEO got $24M pay package for 2009
Hewlett-Packard Co. CEO Mark Hurd got a pay package in latest fiscal year the company valued at $24.2 million, according to an analysis of a company filing Tuesday. (Wed, 13 Jan 2010 02:30:41 GMT)
Hewlett-Packard CEO got $24M pay package for 2009
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Markets in Brief
Home security system manufacturer Visonic announced Monday that it would be leaving the London Stock Exchange and that its stock would only be traded on the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange. (Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:42:20 GMT)
Pinnacle Security and GE Security to Market Innovative New Touch Screen
OREM, Utah----Pinnacle Security, a leader in the North American residential security market, today announced it will offer an innovative new touch screen developed by GE Security, Inc. with input from Pinnacle. (Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:26:00 GMT)
Security Choice Warns Against Dangers of Carbon Monoxide
In light of recent news on Carbon Monoxide poisonings, Security Choice has released tips on how to recognize and reduce the risk of being exposed to this dangerous gas. (Tue, 12 Jan 2010 07:01:00 GMT)
You'd Be Stupid to Buy These Stocks
Or would you? (Mon, 11 Jan 2010 20:44:49 GMT)
Fear of violence grows in mountaintop mining fight
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — It was the slap heard ’round the coalfields: Cordelia Ruth Tucker, wearing the fluorescent-striped shirt of a miner, strode past West Virginia state troopers and into a stream of marchers protesting mountaintop removal mining to deliver an audible smack. (Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:27:06 GMT)
Burglary campaign targets village
A door-to-door campaign to help reduce the number of burglaries in four villages in Dorset gets under way. (Mon, 11 Jan 2010 14:58:31 GMT)
Police log for Jan. 11, 2010
Elyria police Saturday, Jan. 9 8:21 a.m. – 400 block Ninth St., vehicle windshield damaged with concrete block. 10:22 a.m. – 10 block West Ave., check for $10 altered and cashed for $100. 11:10 a.m. – 300 block East Ave., vehicle damaged in possible theft attempt. 12:43 p.m. – 300 block Morgan Ave., stolen vehicle recovered in parking lot of [...] (Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:28:09 GMT)
Thief Steals from the Wrong Booth at CES
The Consumer Electronics Show has wrapped up it's annual run in Las Vegas. We may not realize it, but this convention is a target for thieves hoping to take off with some cool and expensive gadgets. (Mon, 11 Jan 2010 03:39:34 GMT)
ENERGY: Experts hack new power meters
As California's utilities roll out millions of "smart meters" inthe coming years, they're creating, for the first time, thepossibility that the electricity infrastructure could be hackedthrough a home, security consultants say. (Mon, 11 Jan 2010 02:00:12 GMT)
Fear of violence grows in mountaintop mining fight
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — It was the slap heard ’round the coalfields: Cordelia Ruth Tucker, wearing the fluorescent-striped shirt of a miner, strode past West Virginia state troopers and into a stream of marchers protesting mountaintop removal mining to deliver an audible smack. (Sun, 10 Jan 2010 11:22:50 GMT)
Federal agents say Dallas man moved meth for La Familia
No one would have wanted Balmer Valencia Bernabe for a neighbor if they had known how he earned a living. And no one did know until 6:30 a.m. on Oct. 21. (Sun, 10 Jan 2010 08:36:22 GMT)
African Nations Cup to kick off
Africa's biggest soccer tournament is set to start in Angola despite an ambush by separatist rebels on the Togo team bus that killed three people and wounded seven. (Sun, 10 Jan 2010 06:08:18 GMT)
Deadly ambush weighs on top Africa soccer event
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Deadly ambush weighs on top Africa soccer event
Source: Reuters * African Nations Cup goes ahead * Confusion over whether Togo will play * World Cup is safe, South African organisers say * Cabinda attack a shock for continent (Adds report that Togo team to ... (Sun, 10 Jan 2010 03:23:49 GMT)
Deadly ambush weighs on top Africa soccer event
By Henrique Almeida (Sun, 10 Jan 2010 03:09:09 GMT)
Deadly ambush weighs on top Africa soccer event
Africa's biggest soccer tournament starts in Angola on Sunday, overshadowed by an ambush by separatist rebels on the Togo team bus that killed three people and wounded seven. (Sun, 10 Jan 2010 03:07:52 GMT)
Web TV, 3G doorbell, more from O.C. firm
Fountain Valley's D-Link Systems unleashed a plethora of goodies at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, including a Web TV box, 3G doorbell and touch-screen router. (Sat, 09 Jan 2010 16:21:59 GMT)
Fear of violence grows in mountaintop mining fight
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — It was the slap heard ’round the coalfields: Cordelia Ruth Tucker, wearing the fluorescent-striped shirt of a miner, strode past West Virginia state troopers and into a stream of marchers protesting mountaintop removal mining to deliver an audible smack. (Sat, 09 Jan 2010 10:39:56 GMT)
Kwikset home security system can be run by e-mail, cellphone
Much of the buzz at the Consumer Electronics Show has been about connectivity, specifically the way in which TVs are bringing Internet services into the living room. Kwikset went a few steps further and brought connectivity to the front door. (Sat, 09 Jan 2010 08:20:34 GMT)
Residents make it easy for thieves
TOOWOOMBA residents are making it easy for thieves as 87 per cent of houses broken into recently were either unlocked or unsecured. (Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:12:09 GMT)
Fear of violence grows in mountaintop mining fight
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — It was the slap heard ’round the coalfields: Cordelia Ruth Tucker, wearing the fluorescent-striped shirt of a miner, strode past West Virginia state troopers and into a stream of marchers protesting mountaintop removal mining to deliver an audible smack. (Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:56:26 GMT)
CARRY ON GRASPING
New MPs' expenses proposals slammed (Fri, 08 Jan 2010 09:38:23 GMT)
New MP's expenses proposals slammed
MPs yesterday got approval to keep milking the system - from their expenses watchdog. (Fri, 08 Jan 2010 09:23:25 GMT)
The World Digest
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Jamaica to accept deported cleric
A Jamaican-born Muslim cleric who was jailed in Britain for inciting murder and racial hatred will be allowed into the Caribbean island because he has committed no crimes there, the Jamaican governmen... (Fri, 08 Jan 2010 04:09:35 GMT)
Jamaica to take in radical Muslim cleric
A Jamaica-born Muslim cleric who has called for killing Americans, Hindus and Jews has not committed any crimes in his native country and the Caribbean island will take him in, the foreign affairs min... (Fri, 08 Jan 2010 02:51:05 GMT)
Jamaica takes radical Muslim cleric
A Jamaica-born Muslim cleric who has called for killing Americans, Hindus and Jews has not committed any crimes in his native country and the Caribbean island will take him in, the country's foreign affairs minister has said. Related Stories EU nations split over body scanners Reeves paternity case is dismissed Reagan grandson arrested 'in error' Texas executes convicted cop killer Seven dead in ... (Fri, 08 Jan 2010 01:30:45 GMT)
Official: Jamaica to take in radical Muslim cleric
A Jamaica-born Muslim cleric who has called for killing Americans, Hindus and Jews has not committed any crimes in his native country and the Caribbean island will take him in, the foreign affairs minister said Thursday. (Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:34:04 GMT)
Fear of violence grows in mountaintop mining fight
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) — It was the slap heard ’round the coalfields: Cordelia Ruth Tucker, wearing the fluorescent-striped shirt of a miner, strode past West Virginia state troopers and into a stream of marchers protesting mountaintop removal mining to deliver an audible smack. (Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:22:10 GMT)
Fob failure leaves pensioner in agony
AN angry son has hit out after his 80-year-old mother lay in agony on the floor with a broken hip while her helpless rescuers spent 90 minutes locked outside. (Thu, 07 Jan 2010 12:34:30 GMT)
CES: Marvell sees fleet of Plug Computer-based products coming
Marvell Technology Group Ltd. showed off a new version of its tiny, green Plug Computer that boasts a much faster CPU. (Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:18:40 GMT)
CES 2010: LG Mobile Phones to Demonstrate LTE at the World's Highest Speeds
LG Electronics MobileComm U.S.A., Inc., a leading worldwide provider of advanced wireless handsets and accessories, will be showcasing the advanced capabilities of Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology in the LG stand (booth #8205) at this year's Consumer Electronics Show. The company will demonstrate one of the world's first LTE download speed of 100Mbps. (Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:13:34 GMT)
Imperial Capital Advises Protect America, Inc. in Its Sale to an Investment Group Lead by Rockbridge Growth Equity, LLC
LOS ANGELES, CA--(Marketwire - January 7, 2010) - Imperial Capital announced the closing of the sale of Protect America, Inc. ("Protect America" or "the Company"), a leading direct-to-consumer provider of self-installed monitored alarm systems. Imperial Capital acted as exclusive financial advisor to Protect America and helped arrange the senior financing. Rockbridge Growth Equity, LLC was lead ... (Thu, 07 Jan 2010 09:47:10 GMT)
police
Spring Valley Dec. 29 At about 6:10 p.m., a resident of Spring Valley Village was walking in the 1300 block of Voss Road near Merlin Drive when he observed two young Hispanic males walking along Voss toward him. (Thu, 07 Jan 2010 07:09:43 GMT)
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