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GreenTreks documentary on Philly greening to air on WHYY Apr 26 & 29
If you've been following us for any period of time, you know we're stoked to be a part of Philadelphia's transformation from down on our luck wannabes to nation leading innovators — and yesterday's landmark agreement between the City and US EPA reinforces the fact that there's much more to come.
You also probably know we've been documenting the exciting efforts of the Philadelphia Water Department to change our cityscape into a vision of green. Besides the dozen short videos that can be found on our Green City, Clean Waters Vimeo channel, we've put together a 30 minute PBS special that encapsulates brings this game changing program to life.
We're thrilled to announce it'll be airing in a couple of weeks!
Download the flyer and pass it around.
Post it on your Facebook page, send it out on Twitter, Pin it, email it to friends.
And be sure to tune in and watch!
Philly Hosts another Green Conference: Cities Alive
Hot on the heels of the recent Low Impact Development Symposium at the Loews Hotel, Philly will host another flock of transformative thinkers the end of next month.
Cities Alive, the 9th annual Green Roof & Wall Conference, is coming to the City of Brotherly Love November 29-December 3, 2011.
This international event is co-hosted by Green Roofs for Healthy Cities, the City of Philadelphia Office of Sustainability, and the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society.
Why here, you ask? Check out the video from our friends at PHS for a few of the answers. All in all, we'd say this is just one more indication that Philadelphia is at the leading edge of the sustainability curve.
For More information visit Cities Alive.
Interested in Greening Your Roof? Join Queen Village workshop to learn how
GreenTreks has been all over the city filming various greening efforts i recent months, and this Saturday we'll be out at the Southwark Queen Village Community Garden as the neighborhood residents put a living roof on the building that houses bee-keeping supplies.
Yup, you're reading it right: BEE KEEPING SUPPLIES! There are nine hives at the Community Garden and the bee-kepers need a place to store equipment and extract honey — so the Honey House was born. Besides growing a vast array of edibles and ornamentals, the Gardeners have pushed the sustainability envelope and are inspiring others to rethink their own slice of the urban environment: they've installed solar panels (and sell power back to PECO during peak times when electricity is most in demand) and a composting toilet on the property. Putting a living roof on the Honey House to help control runoff and demonstrate how greening can happen at an intimate scale, they figured, was the next logical step.
Come and learn how easily a green roof can come together and lend a hand!
The Southwark Queen Village Community Garden and the Neighborhood Garden Association are presenting a hands on workshop to explain the concept of green roofs and allow participants to work on the installation of a simple and small roof in our garden. The workshop will help complete our new Honey House and raise money for bee equipment. The roof work will be directed by master roofer, Ray Nocella.
Come, participate, or watch, and learn.
When: Saturday, July 16, 2011, 10AM to Noon.
Where: Southwark Queen Village Community Garden
311 Christian St. Philadelphia, PA 19147
Fee: $20/person. Limit of 20 people.
Iced drinks and seating in our garden will be provided.
Call 215-320-2980 to reserve a spot.
Active Philly: Multi-Sport Connects Fitness, Health, and Environment in our Urban Oasis
It's that time of year again, when all hometown eyes are focused on the nation's largest urban park system and the waterway that wends through the city: the Philadelphia Insurance Triathlon takes place this weekend, so if you're not racing, come out an watch.
This event has been called one of the nation's best, and it's near and dear to GreenTreks, not only because our Executive Director Barry Lewis has competed since the race's inception, but because it highlights the key role a healthy environment plays in our lives.
Imagine if the Schuylkill River wasn't surrounded by a system of parks to act as a buffer against runoff: there would be no way the swim-bike-run event could be held.*
*NOTE: In spite of the vast improvement in the Schuylkill's water quality over the past decade, major storms flush significant amounts of pollutants and sediments into the river, so the swim portion is always dependent upon the weather in the days leading up to the race. For an up to date assessment of water quality, based on predictive models, check out phillyrivercast.org. At last check, at 11:30 am on Friday morning, the water quality was good and the water temperature was 79 degrees.
Imagine if we didn't plan and care for greenspace by maintaining pathways through tree covered landscapes to provide shade and produce oxygen: how enjoyably could we ride and run amidst the paved in, built up city environment that heats like an oven at this time of year?
Imagine if we didn't have a committed community of athletes, advocates, sponsors, city officials, and volunteers: the coordination, logistics, expense, and personnel requirements of hosting more than 4,00 athletes for a series of multi-sport events would never happen and could never result in such a rich experience for participants without every single person involved.
This year, we're even more excited about the event, because race management is embarking upon a series of greening initiatives to reduce the event's environmental footprint and give back to the community that makes the race possible. You can learn more about the initial phase of the race going green, which involves a partnership with Nathan Performance Gear and benefits the Fairmount Park Conservancy here >>
Actually, we're over the moon about the 2011 race because Barry, who was selected as USA Triathlon's 2010 Masters Duathlete of the Year, is once again competing as a member of Team PHLY–and they're partnering with the Challenged Athletes Foundation to RACE FOR A REASON. If you think a triathlon is challenging, check out this video about CAF. Be prepared to be inspired.
Then get out and go after your dreams!
Then get out and go after your dreams!
Biking: Good for you, good for the planet
In the U.S., it's estimated that 40 percent of all urban trips are two miles or less. Unfortunately, 90 percent of those trips are usually by car, which adds up in fuel and carbon emissions. If you consider that each mile you travel by bike instead of car prevents one pound of carbon dioxide emissions from entering the atmosphere, the benefits of bike riding becomes clear. Add the calorie burning, cardiovascular building, body slimming benefits, and one has to wonder: why doesn't everyone bike?
As it turns out, here in Philadelphia, more of us are doing just that every year. According to a recent report from the Bicycle Coalition of Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love boasts twice as many bike commuters per capita than any other big city in the U.S. and our ranks (yup, two out of three GreenTrekkers regularly bike to work) continue to rise. With new bike lanes planned and slow but steady progress in etiquette amongst and between cyclists, drivers, and pedestrians, Philly is poised to become what Mayor Nutter dreams of: one of the nation's most bike friendly cities.
We're well on our way, what with our many great bike shops, clubs that support the most low key recreational riders and hardest-core racers alike, and a super system of bike paths that wend through the city and beyond. Take to the saddle and become part of the bicycle revolution. Besides being good for you and good for the planet, it's a whole lot of fun!
For the more ambitious amongst you, check out the resurgence of the cross country bike path movement, the U.S. Bicycle Route System, as discussed in this recent Blog post from GOOD >>
Check out the Bicycle Coalition and Download their report >>
Get The GOOD Guide to Biking for the Planet >>
Better still, Get out and Ride!


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LiveSATURDAY LIVE SPORT BLOG
This live event has finished
- Reading vs Newcastle (3.00) - Scott Wilson
- Sunderland vs Wigan (3.00) - Richard Mason
- Middlesbrough vs Leicester (3.00) - Paul Fraser
- Colchester vs Hartlepool (3.00) - Nick Loughlin
- Darlington vs Newcastle Benfield (3.00) - Craig Stoddart
MIDDLESBROUGH'S 100 per cent record at the Riverside Stadium came to an end and not even the brilliance of goalkeeper Jason Steele could prevented a first defeat.
When Middlesbrough took the lead four minutes after half-time courtesy of Nicky Bailey's cracker it looked as if Tony Mowbray's men were heading for a fourth straight victory in front of their own fans.
Bailey's 30-yard thunderbolt flew straight past Kasper Schmeichel and they could have added a quickfire second when Lukas Jutkiewicz hit the bar as Middlesbrough looked the likely winners.
But just after the hour Andre Bikey's block on David Nugent's shot fell kindly for Leicester City's Jamie Vardy to hammer in the equaliser from 12 yards – despite calls for offside.
After that there were chances at both ends and it had looked as if the Foxes would be denied a first away win of the season by Steele's excellence.
The Boro keeper had already denied Andy King and Anthony Knockaert when he somehow got down low to make an incredible save from Wes Morgan's header to secure a point.
But in the last minute Steele was beaten when Lloyd Dyer's shot deflected off George Friend and looped over the Boro goalkeeper and dropped over the line to give Leicester a first away win of the season.
Game over at the Riverside. Boro let a goal lead slip to lose 2-1 in the last minute. Lloyd Dyer's shot deflected off George Friend in the last minute and dropped over Jason Steele. 1-2
Still level at the Riverside - mainly because of three excellent saves from Jason Steele.
Ledesma and Williams are on to try to spark Boro back to life, but Leicester looking just as dangerous in the other direction 1-1
FT: Colchester United 3 Pools 1 - good start, one up, collapsed and conceded more basic goals. Pools looked well beaten, and defensively weak both physically and mentally.
Pools drop into the bottom four after this, and on this show, it's hard to see them getting out of it.
FULL-TIME: Reading 2 (Kebe 58, Hunt 62) Newcastle 2 (Ba 58, 83)
Great spirit from Newcastle, who twice came from behind to claim a point for the second away game in succession.
But the point was gained through a hugely controversial second goal from Demba Ba.
Steven Fletcher continues his red-hot streak in front of goal and scores his fifth of the season to give Sunderland their first Premier League win of the campaign.
FULL-TIME: Sunderland 1 (Fletcher 51) Wigan Athletic 0
FULL-TIME: Darlington 5 (Scott, Tait, Amar Purewal 2, Johnson), Benfield 2 (Brown og, Norris).
Five minutes of added on time here at Sunderland . Five minutes. Where the heck did Webb get that from.
Sunderland are minutes away from their first Premier League win of the season. Mind you, same could be said for last week and look where that got them. Don't count your chickens.
Wigan have made all their subs now, McManaman on for Boyce and Miyaichi on for McArthur. Sunderland still lead 1-0, just over four minutes left on the clock. Attendance: 37,742
GOAL: Darlington lead 5-2 now, a well-taken goal by Steven Johnson. He knocked the ball over advancing Benfield keeper and fired into empty net on 85 minutes.
GOAL: Reading 2 Newcastle 2 (Ba 83)
And it's a controversial one as Newcastle make it 2-2.
Demba Ba is now on six for the season after he converted Shane Ferguson's left-wing cross.
However, replays clearly show that Ba propelled the ball home with his hand. Expect to see plenty of it on Match of the Day tonight.
If I was Martin O'Neill, which clearly I'm not, I'd be considering replacing James McClean. He's on a yellow, and he's still throwing himself about. Sunderland need to make this man-advantage count and see this game out.
GOAL: Another Darlington mistake and another Benfield goal. A poor Smith pass goes straight to Norris who slots past Norton. 4-2.
Sunderland make their first substitution of the afternoon, Adam Johnson replaced by David Vaughan. Seb Larsson will presumably move wide right and Vaughan will sit alongside Colback. Still 1-0, 79 played.
Norton has plenty of detractors and they will have a field day after that one. He'll be asking the chap who puts footage Darlington's goals online to delete that horror show. Yes it's windy, yes the ball may have bobbled and yes he's had an injury, but very difficult to defend that one. Think Gary Neville's own goal for England scored past Paul Robinson. At least it was only a consolation goal. Ten minutes to play, 4-1.
Franco Di Santo has severely cheesed off Seb Larsson here. Wigan's forward fell in the box and the Swede accused his opponent of making a meal of it.
There are three players on the pitch with names beginning James Mc. Two of them have just been involved - Sunderland's McClean booked for foul on Wigan's McCarthy.
GOAL: Wow. What an error by calamity keeper Jack Norton. Another one. Benfield pull one back after a harmless Gary Brown backpass goes under the keeper's foot. Awful. 4-1 to Darlington .
Wigan aren't totally out of this yet, Sunderland doing all the attacking but the Latics have the ability to hit on the break. Still 1-0 Sunderland, 20 to play.
Two subs for Newcastle as they try to get back on level terms again - Shola Ameobi and Ferguson for Cisse and Bigirimana.
Ba's brilliance briefly got the visitors back into this, but the game has changed entirely since Steven Taylor was forced off. Since then, Newcastle have been all over the place at the back. 2-1
GOAL: After being teed up by Stephen Thompson, Amar Purewal with his second of the day makes it 4-0 to Darlington on 70 minutes.
GOAL: Colchester 3 Pools 1 - cracking ball in from Rose on the left, defenders left it for each other and Ibehre taps in. More suspect defending. More shoulders shrugged.
GOAL: Middlesbrough 1 Leicester City 1 Vardy 62
Against the run of play, the Foxes have made the most of a loose ball in to the area by equalising through Jamie Vardy.
Now Luke Williams has been introduced for Zemmama.
GOAL: Reading 2 (Hunt 62) Newcastle 1
It's all happening now and Newcastle are behind again.
McAnuff floated over a cross from the left, and Hunt stole ahead of Perch to head home from eight yards out. Harper no chance.
Three goals in four minutes as the game explodes into life.
GOAL: Reading 1 Newcastle 1 (Ba 58)
An immediate response from Newcastle, and a brilliant one.
Tiote floats a through ball over the Reading defence and, without breaking stride, Ba hammers home on the volley.
Newcastle were behind for less than a minute.
GOAL: Reading 1 (Kebe 58) Newcastle 0
Newcastle go behind as Kebe twists his way past Perch and drills a low shot past Harper
GOAL: Reading lead 1-0. Kebe gets ball on edge of area, twists inside Perch, who had been moved inside, and slotted home. #NUFC— @Scottwilsonecho 29 September 2012
GOAL: #NUFC equalise straight away with a cracker. Tiote through ball with Ba volleys home emphatically without breaking stride. Brilliant.— @Scottwilsonecho 29 September 2012
GOAL: #NUFC back behind. Hunt heads in at near post after some slack marking. 2-1— @Scottwilsonecho 29 September 2012
Should be 4-0 to Darlington . After a Stephen Thompson right-wing cross, Amar Purewal rounded the keeper and shot at goal, but his effort was cleared off the line by Benfield right-back Luke Gilhespy.
Not much earlier, Adam Nicholls pulled the ball back to Thompson who hit a first-time side-footed effort straight at Andrew Grainger. And a poor Nicholls touch in the area after receiving a Purewal pass denied the winger a shot at goal. 62 minutes gone, still 3-0.
Ten minutes into the second half and Flinders has made three decent saves to keep Pools in it. Defence isn't proving Pools strong point right now. Monkhouse has just come on for Lynch, a like for like swop when bigger surgery is needed.
Newcastle forced into their first change in the 56th minute with James Tavernier replacing the injured Steven Taylor.
Back four is now Tavernier, Williamson, Perch, Santon - makeshift.
Sunderland have exploded into life here. Stephane Sessegnon has a shot tipped around the post by Al Habsi, and from the resulting corner, Gardner fires over the bar.
GOAL! Sunderland 1 (Fletcher 51) Wigan 0
Fletcher sidefoots home from McClean's miscued shot, replays show he was onside. Sunderland draw first blood.
GOAL: Middlesbrough 1 Leicester City 0, Bailey 49
Nicky Bailey has just unleashed an unstoppable right foot drive from fully 30 yards which swerved a bit and flew straight beyond a static Schmeichel. Stunner.
Attendance at Heritage Park, where Amar Purewal has just come so close to making it 4-0 to Darlington , is 1,256. #echosport
Let's see if Sunderland can take advantage of the extra man. Soup update: Leek, potato and celery.
RED CARD: Jordi Gomez sent off for Wigan for lunging at Sunderland's Danny Rose. A rash challenge, two footed - doesn't get any better with the replays. Wigan down to 10 men.
Under way for the second half here at Reading. Interesting choice of half-time food in the press box - Magnum ice creams. In September. In England. Still polished one off mind....
Almost a cracking goal for Darlington by Chris Emms here at Heritage Park. He met an Amar Purewal cross with a spectacular volley 16 yards from goal. It sailed over the Benfield bar, but had he scored it would've bettered the goal the eye-catching chip he netted against Consett. 50 minutes gone, still 3-0.
Back out for the second half here at Sunderland, no changes on either side. Soup: potato-ish.
Darlington have now scored 32 goals in 11 league matches this season. Stephen Thompson was stopped from making it 4-0 in first half injury-time when his powerful effort was palmed away by Benfield keeper Andrew Grainger.
Half-time and it's Reading 0 Newcastle 0.
Newcastle haven't really offered anything going forward, but have been solid and secure and restricted Reading to a handful of half-chances.
That said though, the visitors were indebted to an excellent last-ditch challenge from James Perch in stoppage time that prevented Pavel Pogrebnyak from shooting from six yards out.
HALF-TIME: Sunderland 0 Wigan 0
Sunderland have the lion's share of the chances here, but Wigan could have been 1-0 up through Arouna Kone, who saw his goalbound shot clawed out by Simon Mignolet. Sunderland in control for long periods though.
HALF-TIME: Darlington's goal average at Heritage Park is now over three having scored 22 goals in seven home matches. You know things are going well when Leon Scott starts doing Maradona-style turns on the byline. Benfield started the game on top and Quakers were sloppy, but it's 3-0 to Darlington at half-time. Benfield will have the strong wind at their backs in the second half.
GOAL: Colchester 2 Pools 1 - 42 mins, Ibehre. Terrible defending from Hartley, left a header back to Flinders woefully short to play in the striker who scored. Yet again Pools concede a second goal minutes after a first.
James McCarthy's shot from 25 yards whistles just past Mignolet's goal. Wigan starting to come into the game here, two minutes to play of the first half, Sunderland 0-0 Wigan.
GOAL: A header from Joe Tait after a free-kick by Dan Smith makes it 3-0 to Darlington against Newcastle Benfield in the 43rd minute.
Almost half-time here at the Riverside. A couple of half chances at either end, but it looks like remaining goalless until the break.
Boro could do with more of a threat up front. Zemmama lively, Jutkiewicz putting himself about a bit, but they're not linking together enough to far. Work to do.
GOAL: Colchester 1 Pools 1 - Eastman slide rule pass through the defence for Massey to finish low on 36 minutes.
Just lacking that final ball, Leicester have had a couple if decent chances #boro— @sinky72 29 September 2012
In fact, I've just done a Twitter search to see if I can pull in any fans' comments on the Rotherham official. If I did, I'd almost certainly lose my job. Potty mouths.
James McArthur has been booked for a tasty challenge on Sunderland's Stephane Sessegnon. Howard Webb, today's referee, isn't the most popular man on Wearside after his controversial award of a penalty to Leon Osman when Everton got a draw up here last season - and he's nowhere near getting into their good books today with a few soft decisions.
Leon Scott's second goal inside four days came in part thanks to an error by Benfield keeper Andrew Grainger. His poor clearance went straight to the midfielder who advanced into the penalty area, and executed a lovely dink over Grainger. 37 minutes gone, 2-0 to Darlington .
Woodgate has gone off injured for Boro. After feeling a tight hamstring eight days ago at Blackburn, it was hoped he would be OK for this. Not so. Seb Hines comes on, seven minutes before half-time.
GOAL: Leon Scott scores his second goal of the week on 32 minutes to make it 2-0 to Darlington against Benfield.
Finally something happens here at Reading.
Pavel Pogrebnyak gets above Steven Taylor to win a back-post header in the area, but Steve Harper makes an excellent save to tip the ball over the crossbar.
Quarter of an hour until half-time and still goalless for Newcastle .
Good chance for Pools there, deep corner from Franks, Sweeney header knocked off the line by Rose. Colchester playing some decent stuff, but Pools five-man midfield working well and defence looks solid.
29 minutes played here, and Sunderland are looking most likely to draw first blood. Gardner shot over the bar on 23 minutes while Adam Johnson was pulled down outside the box two minutes later - and, just as I type, a Larsson free-kick was almost diverted in by John O'Shea, while the following corner kick was headed wide by Steven Fletcher.
Stephen Thompson deserved to score that goal himself for Darlington . He glided through midfield and into the penalty area, taking the ball past Benfield's Gary Ormston, Kevin Leighton and Richard Slaughter before teeing up the unmarked Amar Purewal at the far post. Purewal made a meal of getting the ball under control, but he eventually poked past keeper Andrew Grainger for his seventh goal of the season.
GOAL: Amar Purewal scuffs home from close range after good work by Stephen Thompson on 23 minutes. Darlington 1, Benfield 0.
20 mins gone and still really nothing to report from the Madejski. Neither side has had a shot at target yet, with both midfields scrapping for everything. Newcastle midfielder Cheik Tiote was unhappy with a tackle from Leigertwood that clattered into his ankle, but play was waved on. 0-0
On 17 minutes we've had another Darlington effort, midfielder Leon Scott shooting narrowly wide of Benfield's goal from outside the penalty area. 20 minutes played, still 0-0.
Quakers have the strong wind at their backs, but Newcastle Benfield have made the better beginning to the game. Scrappy start by Darlington , eptomised by an error from keeper Jack Norton. He weakly punched a cross to the edge of the area where Gary Ormston was on hand to send a looping header over the stranded Norton, but captain Gary Brown cleared off the line. An escape for Darlington.
Simon Mignolet has made another cracking save for Sunderland following his heroics from Kevin Nolan a week ago. This time it's Arouna Kone who attacked Jean Beausejour's cross from four yards out, but the big Belgian pawed his effort to safety. Sunderland go up the other end and go close to a chance. 17 played here.
Decent start to the game here. Nugent went close at one end, with Bailey shooting narrowly wide at the other for Boro. Zemmama looking particularly bright so far for the hosts in the absence of Emnes.
Fairly uneventful opening ten minutes at the Madejski, although Newcastle have settled into their passing game nicely. Bigirimana and Tiote already blending quite nicely at the heart of midfield. No chances for either side mind. 0-0
First effort on goal by Darlington against Newcastle Benfield . Nice turn by Stephen Thompson left two players for dead, his next touch was too heavy, but a clumsy challenge by Mark Turnbull conceded a free-kick 25 yards from goal. Chris Emms took it, lifting the ball over the Benfield wall as well as the goal. Ten minutes gone, still 0-0.
GOAL: Craig Lynch puts Pools one up on six minutes, great individual effort from the Sunderland loanee. Ran at and through the defence and curled a lovely shot around the keeper from 12 yards.
We're underway at Heritage Park between Darlington and Newcastle Benfield . Six minutes gone, 0-0. Little to report other than the pie and peas were lovely. Only £2. Recommended.
Early action here in Sunderland - 4: James McCarthy shot saved by feet of Mignolet for corner, Gomez volleys over from resulting flag kick.
Teams out at Stadium of Light. http://t.co/8QpJQ6W8— @MasonEcho 29 September 2012
Alan Pardew is back on the touchline for Newcastle today after serving his two-match touchline ban. He left Reading under a cloud, but hasn't really had much grief from the home fans yet.
Sunderland's reconfiguration of the Stadium of Light was down to poor away attendances making the ground look empty behind the goal. They had teams like Wigan in mind - and that has been proved, around 400 are here. Up in the gods, out of sight. Busy behind both goals.
Would not want to be in the Reading midfield today, #BOOM #NUFC— @BenPurdy92 29 September 2012
Darlington go into today's match top of the Ebac Northern League, six points ahead of Spennymoor Town.
They have won nine of their ten league games, including all six played at Heritage Park during which they have scored 19 goals and conceded three.
Newcastle Benfield are 15th in the table having lost five of their eight matches. They've lost each of their past three matches – against Spennymoor Town, Billingham Synthonia and Guisborough Town – without scoring a goal.
Stadium of Light looking resplendent. #echosport http://t.co/P1gBfR5q— @MasonEcho 29 September 2012
Team sheets finally in at the Riverside. Marvin Emnes misses out, presumably through injury as he isn't even on the bench.
MIDDLESBROUGH: Steele; Hoyte, Woodgate, Bikey, Friend; McEachran, Bailey, Thomson, Leadbitter, Zemmama; Jutkiewicz. Subs: Ledesma, Hines, Arca, Williams, Smallwood, Haroun.
LEICESTER CITY: Schmeichel; De Laet, St Ledger, Morgan, Konchesky; Marshall, Drinkwater, Knockaert, James; Nugent, Vardy. Subs: Logan, Whitbread, King, Dyer, Waghorn, Moore, Futacs.
Hello from a chilly and windy Stadium of Light for updates from Sunderland v Wigan Athletic. The headline news here on Wearside is that Adam Johnson has passed a fitness test and starts this afternoon. Titus Bramble partners John O'Shea in central defence with O'Shea taking the captain's armband in place of the suspended Lee Cattermole. Seb Larsson comes into the centre of midfield alongside Jack Colback, with Johnson, James McClean and Stephane Sessegnon backing up Steven Fletcher.
Wigan include Franco Di Santo on the bench, who was expected to miss out through injury. The Latics appear to be playing 4-3-3 so it should be a decent match up here.
SUNDERLAND (4-2-3-1): Mignolet; Gardner, O'Shea, Bramble, Rose; Larsson, Colback; Johnson, Sessegnon, McClean; Fletcher. Subs: Campbell, Wickham, Kilgallon, Vaughan, Meyler,
Westwood, Saha.
WIGAN ATHLETIC (4-3-3): Al Habsi; Boyce, Ramis, Caldwell, Figueroa; McArthur, McCarthy, Beausejour; Maloney, Kone, Gomez. Subs: Jones, Watson, Di Santo, Pollitt, McManaman, Boselli, Miyaichi.
Darlington: Norton; Harrison, Brown, Tait, Smith; Emms, Gott, Scott, Nicholls; Thompson, Amar Purewal. Subs: Porter (gk), Richardson, Ellison, Reay, Johnson
Newcastle Benfield: Grainger, Gilhespy, Turnbull, Ormston, Leighton, Timmons, Slaughter, Bell, Alxander, Pounder, Kane. Subs: Canham, Cunningham, Norris, Young, Gray
Clark Keltie is set to return to Darlington after finishing a spell playing Iceland.
The midfielder held talks with Grays on Thursday evening and is at Heritage Park today for Quakers' game with Newcastle Benfield .
Newcastle-born Keltie played in Iceland over the summer after leaving Quakers at the end of last season.
Here are the full line-ups from the Madejski Stadium as Newcastle prepare to take on Reading:
Reading (4-4-2): McCarthy; Cummings, Mariappa, Gorkss, Shorey; Kebe, Karacan, Leigertwood, McAnuff; Hunt, Pogrebnyak.
Subs: Taylor (gk), Pearce, McCleary, Robson-Kanu, Guthrie, Roberts, Le Fondre.
Newcastle (4-4-2): Harper; Perch, Williamson, S Taylor, Santon; Ben Arfa, Tiote, Bigirimana, Gutierrez; Ba, Cisse.
Subs: Elliot (gk), Ferguson, Tavernier, Anita, Obertan, Sammy Ameobi, Shola Ameobi.
Craig Gott comes in for his Darlington debut as Newcastle Benfield visit Heritage Park this afternoon.
The midfielder joined yesterday from Billingham Synthonia and he starts ahead of Marc Ellison as one of two changes to the side that defeated Durham City on Wednesday.
Ellison is on the bench, as is Shaun Reay whose place is taken by Stephen Thompson at a blustery Heritage Park.
In the Benfield line-up is former Quakers youth team goalkeeper Andrew Grainger as well striker John Alexander who also came through the ranks with Darlington. Alexander had an unsuccessful trial with Darlington in pre-season.
Delighted Bigirimana starts for us today...him and Tiote will be like rottweilers in the middle...#HTL #NUFC— @A_Pynn 29 September 2012
Bigirimana and Tiote both playing, love it. #tioteishisdad #NUFC— @Liam_Ritchie 29 September 2012
One change for Pools at Colchester - Austin returns (possibly in midfield), Poole on the bench. No Walton because of an ankle knock.
COLCHESTER: Cousins, Rose, Okuonghae, Bean, Eastman, Wilson, Massey, Wordsworth, Eastmond, Watt, Ibehre. Subs: Pentney (gk), Morrison, Sears, Izzet, White, Duguid, Henderson.
HARTLEPOOL : Flinders; Austin, Collins, Hartley, Horwood; Franks, Baldwin, Murray, Sweeney, Lynch; Howard. Subs: Humphreys, Poole, Monkhouse, Richards, Holden, McHugh (gk), James.
Referee: Mick Russell (St Albans)
There's no Danny Guthrie in the Reading line-up, with the ex-Newcastle midfielder not making the starting XI against his former side.
Reading will line up: McCarthy; Cummings, Mariappa, Gorkss, Shorey; Kebe, Karacan, Leigertwood, McAnuff; Hunt, Pogrebnyak.
The early news from the Newcastle camp down at Reading is that Gael Bigirimana will make his first Premier League start in midfield in place of the injured Yohan Cabaye.
Bigirimana has been preferred to Vurnon Anita, who is on the bench.
Newcastle will line up: Harper; Perch, S Taylor, Williamson, Santon; Ben Arfa, Tiote, Bigirimana, Gutierrez; Cisse, Ba.
Welcome to The Northern Echo's live sport blog on an action-packed afternoon.
We've got two matches in the Premier League, with Newcastle down at Reading hoping to record their first away success of the season and Sunderland entertaining Wigan looking to claim their first league win of any description since March.
In the Championship, Middlesbrough entertain Leicester looking for a repeat of their most recent outing at Blackburn, while Hartlepool will attempt to get their season back on track at Colchester.
In the Northern League, Darlington will look to retain top spot as they entertain Newcastle Benfield.

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Kobe responds to Phil's critique in coach's book
MAY 17, 2013 1:18p ET
"Michael was more charismatic and gregarious than Kobe," Jackson writes. "He loved hanging out with his teammates and security guards, playing cards, smoking cigars, and joking around.
"Kobe is different. He was reserved as a teenager, in part because he was younger than the other players and hadn't developed strong social skills in college. When Kobe first joined the Lakers, he avoided fraternizing with his teammates. But his inclination to keep to himself shifted as he grew older. Increasingly, Kobe put more energy into getting to know the other players, especially when the team was on the road."
See Jackson discussing the Kobe/MJ comparisons, his future, Mike D'Antoni and more on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno on Thursday:
On Friday, Bryant took to Twitter to respond to Jackson's writings.
The comparisons are #apples2oranges Wonder what the perception would be if M played wit @shaq instead #differentroles #differentcareerpaths— Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) May 17, 2013
"No question, Michael was a tougher, more intimidating defender," Jackson writes.
Listen friends of bball; don't get hung up on words. I was most fortunate to have the chance to coach two of the greatest gds. EVER MJ/Kobe— Phil Jackson (@PhilJackson11) May 17, 2013
"He could break through virtually any screen and shut down almost any player with his intense, laser-focused style of defense. In general, Kobe tends to rely more heavily on his flexibility and craftiness, but he takes a lot of gambles on defense and sometimes pays the price."
Jeanie Buss, who's engaged to Jackson, daughter of late Lakers owner Dr. Jerry Buss and currently serves as the Lakers executive vice president of business operations, had this to say on Friday.
@philjackson11 Phil, in regards to Kobe vs. MJ - KOBE IS THE BEST. My humble opinion. @kobebryant #Lakers— Jeanie Buss (@JeanieBuss) May 17, 2013
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I'm pretty sure I just made my first trip to Silver Springs, the iconic old-school tourist attraction in Ocala.
I know that my parents used to take me along to family vacations to Ocala when I was a youngster. I have old snapshots of pretend gunfights in the dusty streets of the now-defunct Six-Gun Territory, a big deal in the days before Walt Disney World opened in 1971.
If I went on a glass-bottom boat at Silver Springs (silversprings.com), I don't recall it.
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Fortunately those vessels — a fixture since 1878 — are still at the attraction, which will become a state park in October. The famous glass-bottom boat tours will remain, along with the park's long-running concert series, but the birds, bears, monkeys and amusement rides will be gone.
The animals will be out by May 24, several employees told me on a recent weekday visit. A caretaker for the Kodiak bears was obviously saddened by the demise of animal exhibits that have entertained generations.
One of the giant bears, 1,245-pound Jake, munched casually on tree leaves in his fenced yard as the caretaker explained his lifestyle habits to roughly half a dozen guests. On a soon-to-be-gone Jeep tour of the grounds, another guide rattled off names of a family of Gibbons monkeys in front of an empty cage that was once their home.
That was sad, as was the virtually empty string of shops at the park entrance, but the landscaping was lovely. Although the water above the mammoth spring doesn't seem as crystal clear as it once did, a tour on a glass-bottom boat — which look like floating trolley car — is still a serene, only-in-Florida experience.
Of course, serenity is easier without a bunch of people around. If there were two dozen folks at the park on the day of my visit, I'd be surprised. The nearly empty parking lot was another sad sight. (With a Florida resident admission discount, the $8 parking fee almost matches the park's $10.60 ticket.)
Still, I'm optimistic about the future here. Last year I visited Weeki Wachee Springs State Park in Spring Hill, which joined the park system in 2008. The mermaids still blow their mythical bubbles and the new park boasts a themed beach area that likely attracts additional visitors.
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Skewers Mediterranean Grille
- Dining Style: Casual Elegant
- Website: http://www.skewersgrille.com/
- Phone: 3217278944x
- Hours of Operation:
Lunch: Monday - Thursday: 11:00am - 4:00pm, Saturday: 12:00pm - 4:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 9:30pm, Friday - Saturday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm, Sunday: 4:00pm - 9:00pm
- Payment Options: AMEX,Diners Club,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
- Cuisine: Fusion / Eclectic, Mediterranean, Lebanese
- Executive Chef: George Haywood
- Dress Code: Smart Casual
- Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
- Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Entertainment, Gluten-free Menu, Late Night, Non-Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area, Smoking Area (patio only), Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
- Private Party Contact: Jonathan Fitts 3217278944x
- Entertainment: Skewers has a professional belly-dancer and exciting music event every Saturday night from 7pm - 9pm. Reservations are recommended.
Getting there
- Cross Street: A1A
- Public Transit: Certain hotels may provide concierge service as well as shuttle transportation to and from Skewers. Please check with the Front Desk at your hotel or bed & breakfast for details regarding their service.
- Parking: Private Lot
- Parking Details: Skewers offers a dedicated parking lot on the north side of the restaurant.
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For more than 20 years, Skewers has been dedicated to offering our guests some of the boldest, most creative flavors of Mediterranean Cuisine. We have always believed that a fantastic dinner begins with fantastic ingredients. That"s why we only use the freshest foods available in creating our dishes. No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives are present in our cuisine and we individually prepare every dish to order.
Our amazing variety of skewers includes mouthwatering kabobs of lamb, tenderloin, and garlic chicken, to name a few. Everyday, our chefs create fresh seafood specialties guaranteed to delight your palate. For the more daring, we offer fabulous east Mediterranean choices with a Middle Eastern flair. Try the Yogurt Kafta Kabob, Stuffed Kibbeh, or Mousakhan for a whole new experience in cuisine.
For more than 20 years, Skewers has been dedicated to offering our guests some of the boldest, most creative flavors of Mediterranean Cuisine. We have always believed that a fantastic dinner begins with fantastic ingredients. That"s why we only use the freshest foods available in creating our dishes. No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives are present in our cuisine and we individually prepare every dish to order.
Our amazing variety of skewers includes mouthwatering kabobs of lamb, tenderloin, and garlic chicken, to name a few. Everyday, our chefs create fresh seafood specialties guaranteed to delight your palate. For the more daring, we offer fabulous east Mediterranean choices with a Middle Eastern flair. Try the Yogurt Kafta Kabob, Stuffed Kibbeh, or Mousakhan for a whole new experience in cuisine.
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27 reviews since June 3, 2014
- Food4.5Service4.5
- Ambiance4.1Noise LevelModerate
romantic (14)neighborhood gem (13)special occasion (13)fit for foodies (11)good for groups (7)great for lunch (6)notable wine list (6)late-night find (5)great for outdoor dining (4)great for brunch (3)hot spot (2)kid-friendly (1)Show More
- fun at SkewersmacdufftasterDined on 9/26/2014Our meal was delightful. My chicken was delicious, the wine was very well priced and the dessert simply unforgettable. We will be backSpecial Features:
- PabloDined on 9/13/2014Way troooooo noisey during the meal. Amplifier cranked up toooo high during the belly dancer routine. No chance of any conversations at this place.Special Features:
- FIASCOGoodDined on 9/13/2014If you are looking for a nice restaurant please don't even think about this, is more like a "cafeteria" but don't get me wrong the prices are for a 5 star Restaurant. It's disgusting how they presented the food, 3 big piles < fish, rice and Veggies>. Wine was HOT, yes hot, not even room temp..... What a Fiasco :((((Special Features:
- Very quietjohnt3765Dined on 9/8/2014We were told that Saturday was the day to go, this is the night that the belly dancer would be there. Food was good as well as service since there were only three tables with patrons that night.Special Features:
- Very enjoyableBarbaraBVIPDined on 8/30/2014Once again, we enjoyed the food, service and ambiance of Skewers.Special Features:
- A beachside classicGatorDiningVIPDined on 8/16/2014I have since moved away from the area, but when I am in town I ALWAYS go to Skewers. The garlic chicken is absolutely divine! The lemon garlic sauce makes the dish. The julienne style veggies and rice are equally amazing when you put the lemon sauce on top! Service is always impeccable. Could do without the belly dancer... The music is so loud you can't hear anything else. Go Gators!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Okay....eric21978VIPDined on 8/15/2014We ate there last weekend (August 15th). My wife liked the complimentary dip and her lamb chops were good. I have certainly had better Gyros. Overall, just so-so.
- We enjoyed itBarbaraBVIPDined on 8/2/2014Once again, the food and service at Skewers was great. We will return. We go early to avoid the loud music when the belly dancer comes out.Special Features:
- 2nd to noneSkewersDined on 7/5/2014First of all when you walk in you notice the decor of the restraunt which is your first impression. Ours was very enhoyable. the Staff was excellent and were always available. I had the Lamb shish Kabob and my wife had the Pomegranite glazed shrimp and found the food to be top rated. Then the belly dancer arrived and was very energetic.Special Features:
- We enjoyed itBarbaraBVIPDined on 7/5/2014Once again we enjoyed our dinner at Skewers. They do an excellent job of selecting wait staff. And we enjoyed our food.Special Features:
- Excellent!LelaDined on 7/3/2014The menu is varied but not overwhelming. The service and the food are incredible. Highly recommend!!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great food!!!dooglusDined on 6/26/2014The place was very clean and had great décor. The food was very good and was made from scratch. I had the best baklava on the planet there. The wait staff was very nice and knowledgeable about the menu and how food was prepared. It was romantic and quite. Your glass is never empty. Overall AWESOME!!!!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Consistently GoodjenleverDined on 6/19/2014I have been going to Skewers for years now and it never disappoints. Great food, service and wine!.Special Features:
- TedToddVIPDined on 6/4/2014The place is a little weird inside, but the food us exceptional. Only beer and wine. Maybe the best food in the area though. Exceptional salads and great grilled fish entree the night I was there.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
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- Always enjoyableBarbaraBVIPDined on 5/31/2014Amy is a great waitress. We enjoyed the food, as always.Special Features:
- jenleverDined on 5/31/2014While I love Skewers and have been coming here for quit some time, I wish they would mix their menu up. Most everything is served with Jasmine rice and veggies. The main dishes are always excellent however.Special Features:
- Always enjoyableBarbaraBVIPDined on 5/17/2014Good service, good food, pleasant surroundings. We appreciate the Royalty program which makes dining more affordable. Thank you, Skewers.Special Features:
- Love ItAshleyDined on 5/11/2014I have went a total of 3 times now and every time I go, it is absolutely awesome! Service and food are both fantastic! The loaded hummus is to die for! I have went once on a Saturday when the belly dancer was performing and the atmosphere was great, although maybe to loud for small children or people with sensory hearing problems.Special Features:
- Consistently goodCrazyAboutFoodDined on 5/11/2014I've eaten here multiple times including using them for large group parties. Consistently good. Food is fresh and seasoned lovely. This time I ate Sesame Chicken Kabobs. The description reads: Choice of marinated breast of chicken or hand-trimmed thighs, drizzled with sesame aioli. In my opinion it was more than "drizzled". I had to scrap it off on my plate which made my plate disgusting looking. Chicken was very good but I won't be ordering the sesame aioli ever again. Everything else was great as usual.Special Features:
- Very LouddavidDined on 5/3/2014Called for reservations around 5:00pm & told we could not be seated until after 8:30pm. Went to Open Table & got seated at either 7:00 or 7:30. Wonder what's up with that. Very loud restaurant. At 8:00pm, belly dancer appeared to even louder music for about 15-20 minutes. Took waiter 15 or so minutes to complete payment process. Food was average, prices very reasonable. Would not go backSpecial Features:
- Musical Holy WarOpenTable Diner Since 2014Dined on 5/3/2014The food was perfect. The server was cheerful and polite. The belly dancer was interesting. I would have tipped her had she not insisted on having the music, hardly melodic, at Jihad level. The hostess hastens to add to anyone who walks in, about half of whom wince and immediately put a finger to their ear, that it is only loud while the dancer is performing. The food and service was great, the wine list perfectly okay, but ouch. If you walk in, and the music is not screeching, realize it is going to and request a table two blocks away. The TNT (rhymes with word in the woilet) is volume control.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Great placeMMM11Dined on 4/26/2014The food was really wonderful. The dancing is unique and fun to watch but the music is a little too loud during the dancing part.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Always enjoyableBarbaraBVIPDined on 4/26/2014The food was especially good and the service was outstanding. We are always impressed with the high caliber of the wait staff.Special Features:
- Authentic Lebanese CuisineOnvacationDined on 4/25/2014Have made this restaurant one of our favorite destinations when we are staying in the Cocoa Beach area! The food is amazing! Always fresh & vibrant dishes. Many of the recipes are the family's own from their homeland of Lebanon. My family & I have never been disappointed with the entrees or appetizers that we have chosen. Reasonably priced & substantial portions! You won't leave hungry! Wonderful staff, too.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Mediterrain Food Extra-OrdinairePabloDined on 4/12/2014Belly dacing, food to die for, and great service from Blair! Equals a night a Skewers to remember!!Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Good Local RestaurantOpenTable Diner Since 2009Dined on 4/1/2014Our party of four arrived at 6:30pm on a Tuesday evening. We were seated promptly in a booth near the rear entrance. The service was attentive and the wait staff well informed. All four of us started with the house salad. It was tasty and a good start to the meal. Two members of our group ordered the Mediterranean Shrimp, one the Fire Grilled Shrimp, and the other the Mixed Grill. All of the entrees were served with rice and vegetables. Each member of our group was pleased with their meal. The Fire Grilled Shrimp and the Mixed Grill received the most positive comments. The only negative was the pita bread served prior to the salad. It was tasteless and served without anything to make it better -- no hummus, olive oil, etc.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Highly recommended!brokerpartridgeDined on 3/30/2014They even gave me a free birthday dinner!! Make sure to sign up for the rewards card.Special Features:
- We always enjoy SkewersBarbaraBVIPDined on 3/22/2014The food, service and ambiance are great. I'm always especially impressed by the servers.Special Features:
- Mediterranean done right!!!DaveHDined on 3/21/2014Always excellent Mediterranean food! On Saturdays they have a belly dancer!Special Features:
- Skewers was fantastic!LeeKDined on 3/7/2014First visit to Skewers. Impressed with the food, service & ambiance. The server did an excellent job answering our questions, ensuring our needs were met and was quite interested to make sure we had a positive experience. The food was excellent - prepared well, good seasoning, etc.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- excellent MediterraneanOpenTable Diner Since 2013Dined on 2/19/2014I visit Skewers whenever I am in the area. Have never had a bad meal! Hummus is great! Try the sampler platter.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Good Valentines DinnerSvgsDined on 2/14/2014We ate here on Valentines day, and after a bit of confusion on seating us and a slow start getting anything besides alcohol, all went well. They had enough choices on their set menu (for special occasions only, not daily) to make us both happy. My stuffed chicken was very nicely done, not dry at all as can sometimes happen. They even added in a surprise glass of bubbly just before desert - a nice touch. Service was a bit on the iffy side. Took a long time to get our appetizer, then the salad was served right away. But after that it was fine - attentive and friendly. This was our first time here and like their sign says...we will be back
- Ok.. was a somewhat disapointedTime2DineDined on 2/14/2014First, service was very good & nice clean restaurant. I was a bit disappointed in the meal to start off the bread for the humus was stale. My wife and I both ordered the lobster bisque and it was extremely salty, this was a cup not a bowl of soup. I can see a cup as an appetizer but when it's supposed to be one of your "meal courses" I would expect a bowl of soup. As for my main entry it was the filet, it was flavorful but very dry. To be completely fair my wife ordered the Grouper and she it was wonderful. Would I go back next year for Valentine's Day special? Would have to pass and try somewhere else. This was my 2nd year doing this @ Skewers and last years was much MUCH better..
- Valentines dayMarquizzleDined on 2/14/2014My wife and I chose Skewers for our Valentines day dinner, It was wonderful. The pre-fixed menu was full of great choices and our five course meal was on point. The server was professional and kind, not to mention their wine selection is huge. Overall great place to take a significant other to for a nice dinner.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Enjoyed our mealBarbaraBVIPDined on 2/8/2014Good food and excellent service. The prices are OK but our Royalty Awards help to offset that.Special Features:
- Great food and atmosphere.JakeVIPDined on 1/28/2014Great food and atmosphere. Excellent menu choices. Service was extremely slow, right from the time we waited to be seated in a half full restaurant.I would recommend this to a friend.
- Pleasant diningBarbaraBVIPDined on 1/4/2014We always enjoy Skewers because of their Vegan food options. The service is always outstanding!Special Features:
- A little pricey for what wasJosephDined on 12/31/2013A little pricey for what was seved. Some portions were very small. Waitress was good. Food was so so. Beer was cold and the wine was very goodSpecial Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- Middleastern MagicBabs67Dined on 11/16/2013What a wonderful vibe! Great food, engaging staff, lively belly dancing!! What more could you ask for on a Saturdsy night out in the town? This particular evening they served Hummus made with pumpkin and cranberries! Amazing flavor. My husband ordered Lamb Shank. Perfectly cooked and enough for two meals. Don't miss this neighborhood gem. It has been a staple of area cuisine for years and well worth a visit.Special Features:I would recommend this to a friend.
- We always enjoy dinner at SkewersBarbaraBVIPDined on 11/16/2013We go for the vegan options and return because of the excellent service, tasty food and comfortable dining experience.Special Features:


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Detroit HOT 102.7's Big Greg snuck backstage at 50 Cent's Concert in Detroit on Saturday night to see what the hell is up with 50 and those CRAZY cancer patient lookin' pictures!
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The University of Southern California is getting some recognition from Playboy magazine, not for its academics, but more so for being one of the places to party.
But those aren't the only party days at USC, the Trojans are gaining notoriety for letting loose. Playboy magazine ranks the University fourth out of the top ten party schools in the country.
Student Austin Rios says, "I think it's pretty spot on we have a good track record for partying, I like it a lot."
USC is the only California university to make the list and many students on campus aren't surprised at the high ranking.
Student Casey Nichol says he likes the recognition, "It is awesome here," another student, Christina Rouse says, "I think a lot of people definitely do party but the academics here are getting better and better every year so I think that's also something the school is focusing in on."
The school has an active Greek life, according to US News and World Report, 25.3% of men and 20.8% of women are members of a fraternity or sorority. USC is cracking down on crime and public drinking on Greek Row, now the LAPD will be patrolling the are an, in addition to the school's department of public safety, to better enforce intoxication laws and ensure safety.
Student Eun Jee Kim, says, "I feel it's safe, I always see security guards around here and dps patrolling, so I never felt unsafe."
With tuition at roughly 46-thousand dollars a year, parents may want academics to be the key focus.
But student, Chase Rados, says, "no we still have a good time."
The magazine used information from the national center for educational studies, the ncaa, the census and input from social media to compile the list.
The top party school in the country according to Playboy, West Virginia University.
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After the two engines had gone out, the vehicle had maintained a pitched-up attitude known as chi-freeze for far longer than it would have under ordinary circumstances. "Well, the S-IVB lit up," Flight Dynamics Officer Jay Greene recalled, "and the first thing it said was, 'Omigod, I've got too much altitude.' And so it pointed its nose straight at the center of the earth." This battle between the guidance system and the gimbal limits on the engine continued for about eighty seconds, with Greene getting closer and closer to an abort call of his own. When the S-IVB finally gave up trying to get to the altitude it wanted, it had a flight-path angle that was unacceptably low. "So then the little devil said, 'Well, this is bad, I've got to pick up the flight-path angle,' so it started pitching up, and as it started pitching up it said, 'Now I'm over speed,' so it actually went into orbit thrusting backward."The next time a Saturn V was launched, it was manned and the mission was Apollo 8, the first time humans orbited the Moon. That was a helluva bold step.
The plot boards showing where the Saturn had wandered looked as if a drunk had been drawing the trajectory. It was without question the most exciting powered launch anybody in the MOCR had ever witnessed. "A fascinating flight," Greene said tersely—his very first shift in the MOCR. What was he doing all this time? "Puckering."1
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Cicero police and Chicago FBI agents are hoping you can help them close the books on a nearly seven year old murder investigation.
Cook County prosecutors charged 48 year old Jose S. Rodriguez with first degree murder back in 2004, and he hasn't been seen since.
Rodriguez is accused of fatally shooting Gabriella Rodriguez at his Cicero home on November 6, 2004. Investigators say a fight broke out during a late night party; at the time, Rodriguez lived in the 5800 block of West 35th Street. When the dust settled, FBI's Mike Kosanovich says "One victim was bound and gagged and the second victim, Gabriella Rodriguez, was found shot to death." Investigators confirm the suspect and the victim did know each other but were not related, despite having the same last name. They also say the reason for the shooting is unclear.
The search for Rodriguez initially focused on Mexico because he and his wife are from Durango, Mexico. Police learned early on that Rodriguez took his wife and children back to Mexico about a month before the murder and that he returned to Cicero. Agents also learned Rodriguez went back to Mexico shortly after the murder. Since nearly seven years have passed, they believe he may feel comfortable enough to return to the Chicago area again.
Here is a description of what agents say Rodriguez looks like. He is described as a Hispanic male, about six feet tall, weighing around 200 pounds, with a medium build and a medium complexion. He also goes by the name 'Chavo Rodriguez'.
He is considered armed and dangerous. If you see him, call police.
If you have any information about this case, call the Chicago FBI Bureau at (312) 421-6700
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Oilers at Canucks, G38, 09-10
The Vancouver Canucks do not have the rich history of a team like the Edmonton Oilers, but their present is much stronger. The Canucks problem is that for all the strong teams they've had over the last decade there is very little to show for it.
Since the turn of the century the Canucks have won exactly three playoff series (2003 under Marc Crawford, 2007 and 2009 under Alain Vigneault), and their two pennants (1982 and 1994) are a distant bell.
For all of their dominance over the Oilers in the final standings each spring, the two teams have won exactly the same number of playoff series since 2000 spring. The Oilers have also won three playoff series this decade (all in 2007) and have one pennant to show for their efforts.
The problem for the Canucks is that there's always some kind of denver boot on even their best teams. The 1982 edition was horribly outmanned in the finals and the 1994 group wasted a stunning goaltending effort because they lacked secondary scoring.
The current Canucks problem? Their blue needs a workhorse type to eat minutes and once again their depth is questionable. I do think the team has done a lot of improving (Mason Raymond appears to be on track and is eating Andrew Cogliano's lunch on the development curve) and the piss-cutter Sedins are splendid hockey players. Add in that man Kesler plus wingers Bernier, Burrows and Samuelsson and the Vancouver Canucks have about 7 forwards who could pop 20 goals. Their expected GF/GA for this 82 game season is around 253-208 (+45) which would be a nice improvement over last season (+26).
The Canucks need to add some defense at the deadline and Sutter in Calgary has done a better job filling in the lower part of the batting order but this team has Jesus of Montreal in net and that could take them deep into the playoffs if they have balanced scoring.
The Edmonton Oilers are a professional ice hockey team based in Edmonton, Alberta. Fans in that city are about 2.5 hours away from a contender, and the Oilers management is a good three years away from being able to get this thing back on the rails.
Unless they get downright vicious this summer. Give Steve Staios and Ethan Moreau the Jason Smith handshake, allow "Game 5 OT" Fernando Pisani to walk and trade Sheldon Souray during the summer. Those moves would give the GM (at this point I have no idea who that might be, but we'll call him Kevin Lowe until we see evidence) about 12M in leeway.
The problem is that Oilers management hasn't figured out how to spend money. They're the Clampetts of NHL management, out by the cement pond and ciphering how to get vittles on the fancy eatin' table.
I leave you with a quote from Jimmy Devellano's book "Hockeytown."
- Boy, was there a lot of work to do there. First item on the agenda was to buy out some contracts that we just had to get rid of if we were going to move forward. Peter Mahovlich's contract was one of them, Vaclav Nedomansky's was another. They were both fine hockey players in their day, but both had contracts that were weighing us down financially and had to be bought out at that stage of their careers. Contracts like that were just crazy for a team that was trying to rebuild.
- I inherited a Red Wings roster that had a handfull of serviceable NHL players on it. Danny Gare, Willie Huber, Reed Larson, John Ogrodnick, Mark Osborne. But there really wasn't a great deal to work with beyond that. We'd have to make sure we made the right choices at the draft, that's all there was to it, and I was determined to do just that.
Jim Devellano was hired by Mike Ilitch in the summer of 1982. Detroit won their next Stanley in 1997. The Oilers have more to work with and conduct business in an era of extremely loose free agency.
It doesn't seem to be helping.


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Winter's accents offer exciting design twists and reinterpreted classics in new shapes, colours and textures
Money, sex and power. If we thought those leitmotifs from the Eighties had been dispensed with by a tattered global economy, never to be revived (or at least not for the foreseeable future), we were wrong. The Autumn-Winter menswear collections were all about upgraded extravagance. And there is no better way to upgrade than with your accessories.
The Autumn/Winter menswear collections saw a new definition of the well-dressed gent. Dressed up also no longer means a dress shirt and a pinstripe suit; a jacket just doesn't cut it without a silk pocket square; a tie needs the glint of a tie bar; and shoes and belts occupy sartorial centre stage.
From hats to baubles, winter's accents offer exciting design twists and reinterpreted classics in new shapes, colours and textures.
It's time to experiment. It's time to upgrade.
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Semester in D.C. Program: A Different Kind of Semester
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While many law school curricula are standardized, Pitt Law's flexible program is designed to give the student a solid foundation of both legal theory and practical skills training to achieve his or her personal and professional goals. We place a strong emphasis on experiential learning by offering a variety of opportunities for students to provide legal services while pursuing academic credit through our externship and clinical programs.
A key component of Pitt Law's experiential learning portfolio is the Semester in D.C. Program. A semester in Washington, D.C. provides an extraordinary opportunity for students to sharpen their legal skills and increase their knowledge of substantive areas of the law by becoming fully immersed in a work setting during law school. The Semester in D.C. Program consists of a semester-long externship placement in a government office or non-profit organization and a corresponding weekly seminar taught by Pitt Law faculty in Washington.
To ensure the quality of the externship learning experience, the Semester in D.C. Program includes a carefully designed support structure for participating students. Students have an on-site attorney supervisor assigned by their employer, who is responsible for day-to-day supervision and guidance. Students also benefit from the close supervision of a Pitt Law faculty member by attending a 3-credit weekly seminar held at Pitt Law's Washington Center in downtown D.C. During class, students have the opportunity to actively learn from the challenges they face in their daily legal practice through peer-to-peer discussion with fellow students as well as visiting alumni and practitioners. Each student is also assigned an alumni mentor to provide individual guidance throughout the semester from the perspective of a practicing attorney.
By complementing students' externships with these experiential learning components, the Semester in D.C. Program offers students a different kind of semester- one where substantive legal knowledge, lawyering skills, and professional identities are honed through practice with the guidance and support of workplace colleagues, Pitt Law faculty, and our Washington area alumni. Our Alumni Spotlights tell the stories of a few of our recent Semester in D.C. Program students.
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- Offices of Senator Robert "Bob" Casey (Pa.)
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Egypt Charters Prepared For Potential Evacuations
The Dubai office of charter broker Air Charter Services (ACS) is arranging potential evacuation flights for people who might need to leave Egypt in a hurry. According to ACS deputy managing director Justin Bowman, "We have been getting a large number of calls from worried companies and have already placed various aircraft on standby at Cairo Airport to fly into Dubai in case the situation deteriorates. We are also receiving requests to fly to Cyprus and other surrounding countries to escape the troubles in Egypt." ACS evacuated nearly 15,000 foreign nations from Egypt, Libya and Tunisia in 2011.
It certainly must be a worrying time for many across the middle east. I wonder when air safety comes first and at which point, air safety regulations http://www.aircharterserviceusa.com/air_safety/index.html must call off planes flying and landing at some point.
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With 16 percent of both phones and hands sampled containing E. coli, researchers say a lack of handwashing--or a bad job doing it--is to blame.
For the first time, researchers create a new organism based on E. coli that passes along artificially engineered DNA.
UV wand kills food-borne microbes like salmonella and E. coli.
The Lotus will decimate fungus and e. coli on your food, but it costs a lot.
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Automatic regression tests with Selenium
Testing complex web applications does not necessarily mean investing in expensive, proprietary tools such as Test Director or Silk Performer. Selenium is for free; it can remotely control any major browser, and it is programmable in Perl.
The only way to say for sure if a web application will work after modifying the code is to try all the functions in a browser. This means opening every single page, pressing every single button, and filling out every single text box. And you have to go through this multiple times to check out every possible success or error scenario. The people from quality assurance would probably not look forward to the prospect of performing these monotonous tests manually. At the same time, this approach leaves you open to human error. We need an automatic test.
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Mozilla Labs Shuts Down
Mozilla's product think tank sinks silently into history.
Internet Giants Launch Collaboration to Improve Open Source
TODO group will focus on open source tools in large-scale environments.
Fedora Announces New Partition Manager App
New tool will look like GParted but support a wider range of storage technologies.
Mozilla Releases a New Firefox
New public key pinning feature will help prevent man-in-the-middle attacks.
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Field patrols will soon have almost weightless solar blankets as well. These will be able to capture a once unthinkable 35pc of the sun's light as energy with thin membranes, a spin-off from technology used in satellites.
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Solar, geothermal projects touted at green energy summit
Solar projects in the desert, geothermal power in the mountains and wind energy off the East Coast were cited as examples of progress from top U.S. officials and industry leaders during a green energy conference on Tuesday in Las Vegas.
New Ad Touts the Importance of Solar Energy, Renewables
SEIA and a coalition of renewable and environmental supporters are running an ad in the Las Vegas Review Journal, thanking Interior Secretary Sally Jewell and pledging to work with the Administration to promote the use of environmentally-responsible clean energy on public lands. View the ad.
California aims to "bottle sunlight" in energy storage push
California, whose green ambitions helped the solar and wind industries take root, is taking an essential next step by proposing a sharp rise in energy storage to better integrate renewable power with the rest of the grid.
Power from sun and wind fluctuates dramatically, so capturing it for later use makes the supply more predictable.
"We can't just rely on sunlight," Governor Jerry Brown told the Intersolar conference in San Francisco last month. "We've got to bottle the sunlight."
Report: Solar energy costs dropping nationally
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The cost of going solar has dropped in New York by 44 percent over the past five years, a trend that's playing out across the country.
Solar energy has become one of the fastest growing industries in the nation, according to a report by the Department of Energy's Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
It was up to 14 percent cheaper to install residential and commercial solar systems last year than it was in 2011, according to the report. Prices have dropped an average of up to 7 percent per year since 1998.
Senator Harry Reid Named 2009 National Solar Energy Champion Of The Year
The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) today announced U.S. Senator Harry Reid (D-NV) as recipient of a 2009 National Solar Energy Champion Award, citing his tireless leadership to combat climate change, steer our economy towards a clean energy future and put solar energy to work for all Americans.
Secretary Ken Salazar Named 2009 National Solar Energy Champion of the Year
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FERC Kicks Off Process to Get More Solar onto the Grid
Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) President and CEO Rhone Resch released the following statement in response to today's announcement by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) that it is reviewing its policies with an eye toward integrating more variable resources into the electric grid.
U.S. Solar Industry Taking the Lead In Promoting Sustainable Business Practices
Today, leaders of the Solar Energy Industries Association's Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) Committee announced their 2010 priority issues. The committee met today in Anaheim, Calif., in conjunction with the 2009 Solar Power International conference. Solar energy is acknowledged to be pollution-free and reduces the emissions that cause global warming.
Solar Leaders Applaud New PV Cost Study that Shows Government Policies Reduce Installed Costs, Expand U.S. Solar Market
Today researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab released "Tracking the Sun II: The Installed Cost of Photovoltaics in the U.S. from 1998–2008." The new report found that the average cost of going solar in the U.S. declined by more than 30 percent from 1998 to 2008, a trend that can be largely attributed to the success of market-building policies at the state and local level. Findings also show that, after a three-year plateau, costs decreased by 3.6 percent from 2007 to 2008, marking a pivotal year for the American solar industry.
A job-killing 'energy act'
The News & Observer
If the General Assembly wants to establish itself as the most business unfriendly, anti-jobs and anti-growth legislature in the nation, it will pass the recently filed bill oxymoronically titled the "Affordable and Reliable Energy Act."
Arizona is 2nd nationally in solar panel installation
Solar panel installations in the U.S. grew 76 percent in 2012 as the cost of panels and the surrounding equipment continued to fall, according to an annual report by a solar trade group.
U.S. Solar Grew 76% in 2012 Led by Utility-Scale Projects
U.S. solar panel installations grew 76 percent in 2012 to 3.3 gigawatts, representing a tenth of the global market, led by large-scale projects in the desert southwest, according to the Solar Energy Industries Association.
Solar Trade Group Reports Surge in U.S. Installations
Partly driven by an oversupply of cheaper panels from China, the domestic solar market had its best year in 2012, with the growth in installations outpacing that of the global market, according to an annual report to be released Thursday.
Solar plant surpasses 1 million panels
The millionth solar panel has been installed at a sprawling desert power plant that will feed energy to San Diego-area utility customers as soon as late spring, the project developer said Tuesday.


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A Will County judge says if a videotape of an autopsy on the body of Drew Peterson's third wife isn't turned over to defense attorneys he may not allow the famous pathologist who conducted it to testify at Peterson's murder trial next month.
On Thursday, prosecutors told Judge Stephen White about the videotape, explaining it was made surreptitiously by a television news producer during Dr. Michael Baden's 2007 autopsy of Kathleen Savio. The autopsy was conducted for Savio's family.
Not allowing Baden to testify could be significant because in February he testified that he believed Savio's death was a homicide and not an accident.
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GLENWOOD CITY, WI (WTAQ) - An expansion that was being built at a nursing home started on fire Tuesday morning in Glenwood City in far western Wisconsin.
The blaze broke out around 5 a.m. at the Glenhaven Nursing Home.
The main nursing home was not evacuated as of mid-morning, but authorities said residents were moved to a place away from the fire.
St. Croix County sheriff's officials said the addition's rool has collapsed. No injuries have been reported.
Various media reports said about 100 firefighters from up to 20 departments were called.
The new facility was being built on the west side of the 53-year-old building, which provides respite and short term care, plus therapy and rehab services for up to 44 residents.
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Gabriel Mann has been to Sundance before. But as a performer with his band The Rescues, not as the composer of the score for a TV miniseries.
Yes, TV miniseries. Mann, who scores the hit sitcom "Modern Family," among other things, wrote the music for the Sundance Channel's "Rectify," which is one of two TV miniseries screening at Sundance this year. It's a moody, engrossing six hours about a man (Aden Young) released from prison after spending nearly two decades on death row.
"You're supporting what's happening in the show," Mann said. "It's not about your music. So it's the opposite of songwriting in many ways."
Mann is a busy man, what with a solo career, The Rescues (Mann, Kyler England, Rob Giles, Adrianne Gonzalez ) and his work as a TV composer. But he struggled to get there, at one point deciding "this whole TV scoring thing was sort of for the birds. It was shocking to me that was a stressful job."
Five solo albums later, he opened for Alanis Morissette on one of her tours "When I came back from that tour, I figured there would be a big ticker-tape parade in my honor," he said. "And that didn't didn't happen."
He got a call from a friend and ended up writing songs for "Arrested Development." And that led to more TV work, including video games, TV movies and series like "Carpoolers," "The Protector," "Ringer," "Bent," "Jane By Design" - and a little show called "Modern Family."
"I feel lucky I'm part of it," Mann said. "It's a big hit."
Much of the time, the music on a TV series is for background only. And how much work Mann does varies widely from episode to episode. Some simply recycle music he's done earlier in the series. Or, like in the episode when the family went to Disneyland, Mann's work was heard throughout.
He wrote the song's Haley's (Sarah Hyland) boyfriend, Dylan (Reid Ewing) sang. He writes songs for Cameron (Eric Stonestreet), now that he's a music teacher. And there's a "Phantom of the Opera" episode coming up.
But just as "Rectify" is a very different show from "Modern Family," so is Mann's music very different.
"There's a lot of space in this show," Mann said. "It's maybe the first show that I've been that that's had a lot of room to explore."
The pace is much more deliberate; if it was "CSI," the six hours would have been condensed to one.
"It's almost shocking in its non-shockingness," Mann said. "Which, to me, is one of the great attractions. I had a great time working on it."
"Rectify" is scheduled to premiere on the Sundance Channel on April 22.
Scott D. Pierce