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  • Injured Cicero firefighter struggles with pain and finances Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:35PMMan severely hurt in fire that killed 7 must also deal with caring for daughter with Sandhoff disease Shawn Ahrens remembers the Valentine's Day fire raging in the Cicero house, the flames suddenly shooting through the roof and knocking down the chimney. Dozens of bricks toppled on the firefighter's head and battered him until he was unconscious and buried alive.
  • GeckoSystems' Elder Care Robot Trials Result in More Japanese Interest Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:09PMCONYERS, GA--(Marketwire - March 11, 2010) - GeckoSystems Intl. Corp. ( PINKSHEETS : GCKO ) ( http://www.geckosystems.com/ ) -- announced today that their Japanese representative, Hajime Yasumatsu, has reported recently regarding his initiatives for GeckoSystems with another Japanese firm, in concert with Japan's National Institute of Information and Communications ...
  • Hints from Heloise: Down pillows washable, with care Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:09PMDear Readers: Many people wonder whether down pillows can be machine-washed. The answer? Yes, but you want to use a gentle cycle, warm water and a mild detergent. Here are some helpful hints for cleaning fluffy pillows:
  • Just sold! Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:05PMManhattan CENTRAL PARK SOUTH $1,950,000 1 Central Park South One-bedroom, one-bath condo, 782 square feet, with dining room, open kitchen with Viking and Miele appliances and stone counters, marble bath, washer/dryer, central AC and garden views; Plaza conversion features doorman, garage, garden, roof deck and hotel services...
  • Keep it 'real' Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:05PMI really do have it all,” Ramona Singer says happily. “I have a great husband, a wonderful daughter and such a pretty home.” But Singer, one of “The Real Housewives of New York City” (which had its Season 3 premiere last Thursday on Bravo), has to admit that her home...
  • ICC reminds consumers of 'Fix a Leak Week' Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 11:02PMBecause minor water leaks account for more than 1 trillion gallons of water wasted each year in U.S. homes, the Illinois Commerce Commission is reminding consumers that Fix a Leak Week is Monday, March 15, through Sunday, March 21. Fix
  • State's cash for appliances to start April 22 Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:09PMCalifornia has pushed back the start of its cash for appliances program to April 22, but based on what happened in some other states, consumers who want to get a rebate on a new energy-efficient washer, refrigerator or room air conditioner should be ready to... Air conditioner - Refrigerator - Energy - Energy conversion efficiency - Technology
  • Flood Buyout Delays Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:42PMAnother flood buyout application fails to go through congress.
  • Greening Martha : Trade your clunker appliance for energy efficiency - get a rebate Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 7:56PMAn energy-efficient appliance rebate program, called Mass Save Great Appliance Exchange, will begin April 22, marking the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, according to an announcement from Ian Bowles, the commonwealth's Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary.
  • Capitol Heights: House comes with in-law suite Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:55AMThis Capitol Heights home features an open layout of the living room and kitchen. The kitchen has been updated with ceramic tile floors.
  • Gaithersburg: Townhouse uses space well Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:55AMThis townhouse is in Montgomery Village. Quality construction and upgraded features help this three-level, Federal-style townhouse in Montgomery Village to shine with its beauty and charm.
  • Frederick: Exposed brick lends loftlike atmosphere to duplex Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:54AMThis duplex is in the north end of Frederick's Historic District. SoHo comes to Seventh Street in this all-brick duplex in downtown Frederick.
  • Calif. Appliance Rebate Program Starts April 22 Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:49AMCalifornia consumers will be eligible for rebates on new energy efficient appliances starting on Earth Day, April 22.
  • Ratproofing the composter by a frugal Portland gardener who doesn't give up Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:42AMIt might be a losing battle to keep rats away from the compost bin in this older Portland neighborhood, but this gardener isn't ready to give up yet.
  • Former Oskaloosa Police Lieutenant resigns before appeal hearing Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:19AMDischarge appeal hearings for former Oskaloosa Police Lt. Scott McCallum were set for Tuesday and today at the Mahaska County Courthouse. They did not happen.
  • Conneaut fire committee will debut Thursday Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 10:12AMCONNEAUT — A citizens committee charged with examining the operations of the Conneaut Fire Department will convene its first meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, said City Council President Thomas Udell.
  • STUDY ON AGING, LEARNING & DECISION MAKING: Wednesday, March 10, 2010 @ 9:50AMTUTOR: Writing & ESL tutor. Princeton/Lawrenceville. Over 15 years experience. Local university English Composition/ESL instructor. Call Liam: (609) 396-9817. 02-24-3t
  • Money Matters : Program offers New Yorkers chance to get green by going greener Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:55AMGiven the success of last summer's Cash for Clunkers program, several states are looking to use the same concept to drive consumers to purchase new, more energy-efficient appliances and hopefully recycle their old ones.
  • Four LUSD campuses could close Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:41AMLodi Middle School and Lawrence Elementary School could be forced to close or take other drastic measures by fall to stay open.
  • LUSD to discuss closing schools, eliminating buses Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:41AMNancy Davis and fellow Tokay Colony Elementary School parents spent more than five years raising $10,000 to build a shade structure.
  • Money Matters : Program offers New Yorkers chance to get green by going greener Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:28AMNew York State is expanding its Great Appliance Swap Out, giving residents who purchase energy-efficient appliances a rebate. Tara Lynn Wagner filed the following Money Matters report.
  • Weymouth Housing Authority reverses washer/dryer ban Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:19AMThe management at Lakeview Manor and the complex’s tenants association have come to an agreement that will allow washers and dryers in the units – reversing a ban that was instituted by the Weymouth Housing Authority last month.
  • Survival of the fittest: Manny's still thriving Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 3:48AMWILBRAHAM - In 1977, when he was just a salesman at the House of Television on Wilbraham Road in Springfield, Manny D. Rovithis told his boss that he thought he could do a better job running the store.
  • Best fish house in Maui Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 3:05AMSome visitors to Maui go to Haleakala for to celebrate the sunset. I go to Mama's Fish House. It's warmer and the drinks are better. There are plenty of great, fancy meals to be had in the islands, but the most Hawaiian experience more me is moi —...
  • Reaching for the Stars When Space Was a Thrill Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 1:18AMIt was "Mad Men" meets "Flash Gordon."
  • 2000 Subaru Outback Limited review from North America Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 5:24AMWhat things have gone wrong with the car? The only problem I have had with my Subaru was a head gasket, a right CV joint and the rear window washer pump.
  • Dear Heloise 3/8/10 Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:02AMBYE-BYE, BOOKMARK!Dear Heloise: I saw your hint in a column about fun things to use as bookmarks. Please add a word of caution about using such items in library books, and especially if they are something you want to keep.I work in a library, and you would not believe the important papers that people leave in books when they return them. Yesterday, we called someone about a beautiful handmade ...
  • Police log Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 11:19PM• Matthew Hearn, 49, of 738 Pownal Road, on charges of driving while intoxicated, leaving the scene of an accident and driving to endanger, 4:30 p.m. Friday on Danville Corner Road.
  • People need to pay attention to items in library books Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 11:11PMDear Heloise: I saw your hint in a column about fun things to use as bookmarks. Please add a wor ...
  • Hints From Heloise Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 11:00PMBye-Bye, Bookmark!
  • State starts rebate program on some appliances Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:35PMPHOENIX — Need a new washing machine? You may be able to save some serious cash if you can limp your old one along for a couple of more weeks — or fill your pocket with quarters for a trip to the coin laundromat.
  • Patterson Irrigator - great home in a sweet location 4bdr 2 12 bath patterson ca 1295 per mo Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:53PMPerfect home with no rear neighbors a beautiful park is right behind the house! * 4 bedrooms 2.5 baths * Great landscaping front and back * Large kitchen with island * Seperate Family room * Dining area * Water softener service included * Refrigerator, stove, & microwave included * Washer/Dryer included * Dishwasher included * Weekly Gardener included * Pest service included Call Michael today!
  • State to launch rebate program for appliances starting April 12 Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 7:05PMPHOENIX - Need a new washing machine?
  • Dear Heloise 3/6/10 Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:39PMHEAD AWAY FROM DANGERDear Heloise: I would like to applaud your advice to dog owners to apply the window lock when traveling with their dogs to ensure that the window doesn’t close on their pet.I would like to take the suggestion a bit further. When driving, dogs should not be allowed to stick any part of their head out of the window. The danger to the animal is significant, both from flying ...
  • Animal Outreach clinic seeks donations Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:50PMAnimal Outreach of the Mother Lode, which provides low-cost spay and neuter services for cats and dogs, seeks donations as it prepares to move its clinic.
  • Washington man accused of running massive forgery ring Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:13PMSPOKANE VALLEY -- Spokane County Sheriff's deputies arrested a man Thursday evening who officials called the "mastermind of writing bad checks." Deputies say Ronald Foreman, 43, was arrested at his home at 13718 E. 21st with the assistance of SWAT units. Deputies told KREM 2 News Foreman has written tens of thousands of dollars in bad checks, and has been under surveillance since December of ...
  • Get cash for old appliances Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 2:40PMThe state has officially announced their cash for clunker program, for beat up home appliances.
  • Washington Borough Public Library happenings Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 10:31AMWASHINGTON BOROUGH -- Did you know that powdered dish washer detergent is a poison if eaten? Or that if a child does eat some, the best treatment is not to induce vomiting, but to flush the child with water before...
  • Get rebate for new fridge, clothes washer Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:47AMIf your clothes washer or refrigerator has seen better days, waiting until midmonth to replace them could pay you cash dividends.
  • Get Most $$ for Buying "Green" Appliances Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 1:43AMDollar Bills for Dishwashers Vera Gibbons spoke to Maggie Rodriguez about how to maximize your rebates by getting the most cash for appliances including dishwashers and refrigerators.
  • Judge acknowledges self-defense role in Oak Park slaying Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 1:17AMIn his front yard on a tough street in a tough part of town, James Sanchez Castillo last year shot and killed a man who jumped out of a car and into his face.
  • More rental cabins in Norwood? Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:55AMThe Forest Service is proposing to add two cabins to its cabin rental program — a popular program that allows members of the public to rent out cabins in beautiful and sometimes remote places.
  • Local Oskaloosa members participated in Martial Art tournaments Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:10AMFor the pass two weekends, Brayton’s Black Belt Academy and Karate for Kids participated in two tournaments — one in Sheldon, and the other in St Louis, Mo.
  • Hotsy Introduces New Video Campaign Featuring Courageous Carl Payne Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 7:45AMCAMAS - March 2, 2010 Hotsy, the biggest name in North America for high-pressure cleaning equipment, has introduced a series of online videos featuring retired stuntman Courageous Carl Payne. In a move that's new for industrial cleaning equipment, the Hotsy videos deliver tongue-in-cheek humor designed to build brand awareness for its line of industrial pressure washers. In a "Man" vs. "Pressure ...
  • Greening your home to improve health and save money Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:36AM(ARA) - You can just smell it. You install new carpeting in your home, and the air in your living room takes on a brash, chemical scent. That can't be good.
  • Fake Patrick’s Day a time for drinking, playing games Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:19AMBy: Chuck Fischer Fake Patty’s Day is coming up and with such large numbers of people going out to their favorite drinking establishment, it is often less hectic to stay at home or a friend’s house and play some drinking games. I know that there are so many dri...
  • Defendant in bank fraud trial says U. S. currency is worthless Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:45AMA Derby man who claims America's monetary system is invalid is acting as his own attorney in a bank fraud trial in U. S. District Court.
  • Around Castro Valley: Fashion as art, art as fashion Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 2:09AMTHE SON OF CASTRO VALLEY architect Hafsa Burt is still very young, but the Castro Valley Educational Foundation board member is prioritizing education now.
  • Colorado wilderness plan cut down in size Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 1:02AMDENVER - Conservationists trying to designate about 625 square miles of public land in central Colorado as wilderness areas are still whittling down the plan to address opposition from recreationists and the Colorado Army National Guard.
  • Nature's filter Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 12:46AMRachel Rossi, 14, a Miller Middle School eighth-grader, looks at combinations of fungal spores she has grown for her science fair project “Catch that Copper,” which she presented Thursday at the 52nd annual San Juan Basin Regional Science Fair at the La Plata County Fairgrounds.