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RENO, Nev. (KOLO) A minor league women's soccer franchise is coming to Reno to begin play next season. The Reno Tahoe Liberty FC will join the Women's Premier Soccer League (WPSL) in 2017.
It's a secondary women's league, similar to Double-A in baseball. The WPSL has over 100 teams across the nation, serving as a minor league for both the United Women's Soccer league (UWS) and the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL), which is the top professional women's league in the country.
The team will initially be made up of amatuers, college-level players and a few former professionals; with the goal to start a second semi-professional team within four years.
The Liberty FC will hold tryouts in August for players ages 16-and-older. The team is expected to hold a couple of exhibition "friendly" games on the road this season.
Players inerested in joining the team can go to their web site at LibertyFC.net to register for tryouts.
The innagural season will begin in May of 2017.

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17 Jul Laboratory
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The building was bland, and had an unwelcoming feel to it. Though I suppose making a laboratory pretty on the outside wasn't the prime concern of whoever had built it. It functioned purely as a means of… well, conducting science experiments I suppose.
My car pulled into the carpark and found an empty spot, then I turned my engine off.
The leaflet had come in the mail several days ago, addressed to myself, asking people to come forward and help the scientists and their experiments – to offer my opinion on their work so I may help them identify what the public's needs are, and if what they're doing is the right thing.
Sniffing, I pulled myself out of my car and slammed the door shut behind me. Immediately I was hit by frozen December air so that my eyes watered and breath escaped in plumes. My hands took to shivering so I thrust them into my pockets – it didn't help.
'Right. Let's do this then.' I mumbled, and started off towards the building. The main reason I was here, being out here on Saturday of all days, was the fact that the leaflet guaranteed a reward for any that came forward. Perhaps they meant a cash prize? I wasn't sure, it didn't seem to specify exactly what the prize was, but I had nothing better to do today anyhow. No wife and kids to look after, just a cat that I still hadn't bothered to name yet – that sort of shows how lazy I am, doesn't it? I've had it for a year.
As I neared the building I could see people through the dark tinted windows, people inside were wandering around and making gesticulations with their hands, busy with their work. It made me feel a hell of a lot better, because from the outside one would assume this place was deserted. The sort of place that you'd feel really uneasy being around in the middle of the night. Though now I supposed the exterior was the least of the concerns of the scientists working within. I stepped up to the large double doors and stepped through.
There was a man standing just inside the door, holding a pad and pen and wearing a white lab coat. He had a mottled grey beard, thin eyebrows and Einstein-like hair, not to mention two grey eyes that seemed to drill right through me. Despite all this he was smiling, which I immediately felt was very uncharacteristic of him.
'Welcome!' he said, 'you must be James! I'm Dr Harrod.'
'Nice to meet you.' I replied, offering a hand, though he didn't take it. Instead he rummaged in his coat and pulled out a pair of yellow, elastic gloves.
'In case of contamination, you understand,' he said; I nodded and took them.
'How did you know who I was?' I asked, pulling them on. 'Are there many others coming today?'
'Several others have come, yes. Process of elimination I suppose: I have a list, see?' He waved the pad quickly in front of me, but I didn't catch any writing. Then he placed the pen and pad on a table nearby.
'Anyway, welcome to Eaglebound, one of the last remaining science laboratories in this area.' For the first time I looked past his shoulder and cast an eye around the large room I had entered.
There was a floral pattern engraved on the tiled floor in the form of little squares. The large image of an eagle and some sort of flower dominated the rear wall above the reception desk… and the people. Dozens of workers speed-walking to and fro; most in lab coats, though some were in suits and casual attire. Nearly all of them were either carrying notes, test tubes or unmarked boxes – busy with their own work. The only person who wasn't moving was the scowling female receptionist, glaring through spectacles, who reminded me strongly of my now-deceased mother.
'Don't mind them,' Dr Harrod smirked, 'we've got work to do downstairs, do some observing, right?'
'Yes,' I replied, slightly overwhelmed. Dr Harrod then set off at a brisk pace, and I had to break into a jog to catch him up.
'So, I'm going to be helping with the experiments?' I asked breathlessly. He rounded a corner quickly, dodging a man in a suit and a woman shouting into her phone. Then doctor entered an empty elevator, and after nearly tripping over someone's feet I managed to jump in beside him.
'In a way,' he replied, hitting the button marked B: the basement. He produced a key from his pocket and fitted it into the slot. As he turned it to the right and it emitted a sharp click, the doors grinded shut and immediately the hubbub on the floor outside ceased.
'So… what does my job entail?'
'Well,' he sniffed. 'You won't be helping exactly, but observing. Providing your personal opinion, good or bad, on what we're doing here. It gives us a consensus society's attitude to our experiments, and how we should change things. After all, the public eye is a powerful thing – we don't want to offend anyone.'
'Ah,' I said, casting an eye around the steel elevator. 'What sort of experiments do you do?'
'We attempt to make life easier, and grant future generations with new means of getting about quicker, facilitating bonds, and developing obscure ideas.'
'Um.' I wasn't quite sure what this meant, so decided to keep my mouth shut. I'd always had an avid interest in science, so figured not to prod any further and just enjoy the experience as it unfolded.
After a few moments seconds I thrust my hands back down into my pockets – still cold from the temperatures outside – and listened to the somewhat rhythmic hum of the elevator.
'Did you read about the reward?' Dr Harrod said.
'Oh,' I replied, looking at him, I didn't think he would bring it up. 'I was wondering what that could be.'
'Everyone wonders what it is,' he laughed, 'and everyone is always surprised when it's revealed. I'll let you know when the tour is finished.' Again, the laugh seemed forced, more condescending than anything else. The way a criminal in a film would laugh moments before killing the much-loved hero.
At that moment the elevator grinded to a halt and the doors opened. I was shocked with the sight that greeted us: we were facing an empty corridor that looked in complete disarray. The off-white walls were decayed in places, with bits of moss beginning to take them over. The floor was dirtied with footprints and dust. The white lights hanging overhead would occasionally flicker. And the smell… as soon as the doors had opened I was greeted with a very musty, strong stench that reminded me of urine and a doctor's waiting room.
'Here.' Dr Harrod said, producing a hospital mask. I took it and pulled it down over my face, immediately the stench was replaced with the smell of perfumed fabric.
'What is this place?' I said, feeling a little uneasy.
'Oh,' Dr Harrod murmured, stepping forward and walking down the corridor a few steps. 'This is where we conduct the experiments, invent new things and whatnot. Sorry about the state of things, we've been meaning to get some cleaners to come down here.' He turned back to me – I was still standing in the elevator.
'Come on,' he gestured sharply, gesturing with a gloved hand. His somewhat happy personality had shifted into a more serious one. His once smiling mouth had transformed into a solemn line, emotionless. His cold eyes were suddenly menacing, and for a moment I glanced at the elevator buttons and considered heading back up to the ground floor.
'Come on, what are you waiting for?'
'Right,' I sighed, stepping into the hall, the elevator doors grinded shut behind me.
With Dr Harrod leading, and me taking small, ginger steps, we made our way down the corridor. It was as we moved forward that I noticed a series of doors along the walls, all a dark grey colour. They seemed menacing and cold, like these doors were looming guards looking down at me from all angles. A sent of claustrophobia seemed to be closing around me, and I felt myself sweating.
As we continued forward a little further I noticed a figure step into the hall at the far end. From the looks of him he was about twenty, and even from here I could see his sunken eyes, frowning face and hunched composure. After a glance down to us he disappeared into one of the other doors.
'Right,' Dr Harrod said, stopping in front of a door marked 9. 'In we go.' He opened the door with a gloved hand and I followed him into the room.
As I cast my eyes around the anxiety that had been brewing inside my stomach settled down. My stupid little fears and the bad vibes I'd been getting from Dr Harrod suddenly seemed very childish – these were scientists, after all. They knew what they were doing, surely?
The room was quite large, and in good condition too, nothing like the corridor outside. The walls were adorned with colourful, smiling faces, and the floor was a patterned carpet. There were a couple of women too, some appeared to be scientists. Most were dressed in casual wear, just strolling around. And then there were the children. Lots of kids from three to about six, shouting happily and playing with toys that the scientists had provided. The children had been separated into two little playing pens, surrounded by a little wooden fence.
'Ah! Dr Jennings, how are the children?' Dr Harrod said, walking swiftly past me over to one of the women. She'd been smirking at a two year old shaking a toy, then looked up to greet Dr Harrod with a hug. She had tightly fastened brunette hair, and wore jeans and a flowery green top. A nametag on her chest had her name imprinted in red letters.
'They're absolutely fine,' she replied, then glanced over at me. 'Is this James?'
'Yeah,' I said, offering a hand, she didn't take it.
'I'll leave Dr Harrod to explain our work to you,' she sniffed, and turned on her heel. She began walking to a door at the far end of the room which I supposed opened up into some sort of work area. On the way she gestured with her hands at the other supervising women – all of which followed her lead. Before long Dr Harrod and I were the only two people standing in the room apart from the giggling children.
'Right. Let's do some observing, shall we?' he breathed.
'Two questions,' I said. 'How did Dr Jennings know my name?'
Dr Harrod scratched his temple.
'Like I did, with a list. This place is forbidden to other workers, so all staff need to be notified if someone is visiting.'
'Right.' I mumbled, casting an eye over to the children. 'And also, where are these children's parents?'
Dr Harrod looked taken aback at this question, then quickly regained his composure.
'Oh, well, they're at work and what have you,' he said, reaching into his pocket for something. He pulled out a small, square, greyish device that had upon it a single white button.
'But it's Saturday,' I said, slightly confused.
'Oh.' Dr Harrod thought for a moment. 'I meant, work as in… housework. Parents leave their children here for the day to get a load off their minds and relax. It's completely fine and well-organised, they know exactly what we do down here. In fact…' He glanced at his watch. 'They'll be coming to pick them up in about three hours.'
I wasn't sure about this answer, it seemed very… improvised. But I decided to give him the benefit of the doubt.
'So what do you do here?' I asked.
'Room 9 is for child conditioning. Some of these children have been raised in specific environments in order to control their behaviour. With the technology you see here, we could create a violent-free world for future generations. And if any violence were to occur…' He motioned toward the button in his hand. 'We can stop them very easily.'
'Ok,' I said slowly, unsure.
'Let me show you,' Dr Harrod grunted, and walked over to one of the children – a small boy playing with a toy truck.
'This is Tommy, when he was born we implanted a chip at the base of his brain in a location that governs motor function. Meaning that if this child was behaving inappropriately, perhaps causing harm to others – we can do this.'
I watched as the doctor pointed the device at the child and pressed his thumb firmly down on the button. For a moment nothing happened, the child just sat there, staring up at the doctor. But then… sickeningly, the active toddler stopped moving and looked rather pale. His eyes seemed to defocus and for a moment I thought he was about to vomit, and then suddenly the boy slumped to the ground in a heap. But his eyes remained open, staring at me, and starting to glisten with tears.
I gasped, horrified.
'He's fine,' the doctor said calmly. 'The chip had merely set in motion a temporary state of paralysis. As long as this remains pressed, he can't move a muscle.' Dr Harrod then released the button and the child sat up, blinking in confusion. After a second he began to cry.
'He doesn't look fine to me,' I snarled.
'It scared him, certainly. How would you feel if you suddenly found yourself unable to move? But that's precisely what's brilliant about the chip. What if when this boy reached thirty years old he decided to rob a bank? Take someone hostage, hold them at gunpoint? We could simply click the button and everything would be sorted without the need for further violence.'
'The parents allowed you to do this?' I asked, uncertain. Despite the inhumanity, the doctor made a good point.
'Imagine a world without crime…' the doctor continued, ignoring my question. 'If every child was implanted with this chip, then all we'd need was one of these buttons on our keychains, and every attacker would be rendered immobile.'
I stared down at the toddler. He was once again playing with the truck, albeit much slower.
'Come,' Dr Harrod said. 'We've seen enough of this room.'
He walked back to the door from which we had entered. For a moment I watched the toddler some more, then turned around and followed him back out into the hall. As he closed door number 9 the many women that had been monitoring the children starting filing back into room.
'Time to show you experiment number two,' Dr Harrod said, and started off down the hall. 'Though I won't be showing you all of them, we don't have enough time.' I reluctantly followed and glanced back at the elevator at the far end.
'All of these experiments are for science, right?' I said, walking behind him.
'I assure you,' Dr Harrod replied, 'that everything you see here will one day benefit future generations, even if little sacrifices must be made. Remember that.'
After a few moments we came to halt in front of door number 15.
'You know what,' I said, glancing down at my watch. 'I think I might head off now – think I'll call it a day.'
'I'm afraid you can't,' Dr Harrod said sharply, suddenly very stern. A wave of sickness crept up my throat. 'This is a strict, confidential floor, and that lift can only be used a certain number of times a day, all people that enter must be monitored carefully.'
'Couldn't we end the tour early?' I asked, but he shook his head.
'The reason you're here is to provide your opinion on what we're doing – bad or good. Now, if these tests make you uncomfortable, tell us. You can leave after you collect your reward at the end.'
Suddenly the idea of a 'reward' didn't seem very appealing.
'But-' I began.
'Please head into the room,' he said, pushing the door open.
I stepped inside reluctantly, and was greeted with complete darkness.
'I can't see,' I breathed, lifting my hands up in front of me.
'Look, back here,' Dr Harrod said. He grabbed two little masks that were resting on a rack just by the opening of the door and handed one to me. After pulling it over my head I realised that they were night vision goggles. The room lit up in a green haze; then Dr Harrod shut the door behind us.
The room was nearly empty, except for a very large box that dominated the centre, made out of what looked like a dark metallic material. We both approached the box slowly, and when we were standing a few inches away, Dr Harrod reached up and pulled open a sliding window so we could peek inside through some glass.
'This room is completely sound proof, and lets absolutely no light in,' Dr Harrod whispered. 'Food and water is provided three times a day by one of my colleagues – and other than him, no one else is allowed in here.'
Though I wasn't really listening. There was a dark silhouette sitting in the centre of the room that was giving me chills up my spine. In the haze of green I could make out a skeletal face, with long arms and spindly legs. This figure had a gaping mouth with broken teeth, and wispy to no hair. We stared for several seconds then its head cocked to one side.
'See that?' the doctor continued. 'Due to the lack of sound and light, the subject has developed a heightened awareness for vibration – drawing on the only sense it has left… touch. I'd venture that he may have detected our footsteps as we approached the room.'
'Wha-what does this experiment show? Who is he?' I blurted. The figure in the box slowly creaked to its feet.
'His name is Malcolm, and has been raised in complete isolation from birth without sound, sight, education, you name it. Have you ever heard of a blind man with an acute sense of hearing? What if we could harness these powers, and develop them? What if we could raise a person who had abilities others could only dream of? A person who could perhaps discover what we could not?'
The man… Malcolm, shifted again. He dropped to his hands and knees and started lurching forward like an animal, and approached the window we were staring through. I took a step back in fear.
'This isn't science,' I choked. 'This is cruelty.'
'No,' he snapped. 'This is essential. You don't think science, inventors and people who strived to discover more never made sacrifices? We have to do these things because otherwise no one will. The only new inventions would be new models of the iPhone. So please, if you will, follow me to the final experiment.'
He reached up and dragged the cover back over the window, and as he did the dark figure, Malcolm, raised his head into view and smashed both hands against the glass. I didn't hear a sound. Then he was once again shut in his prison of eternal darkness.
'Like I said,' Dr Harrod sniffed. 'Soundproof.' Then he took off back towards the door, pulling his night goggles off and dropping them onto the rack as he did. I followed him, pulled off my goggles and stepped out into the corridor. I squinted in the light.
'Follow me,' he said, and took off quickly. I followed slowly. Once I got out of this place I'd go straight to the police, and explain what was happening down here. Everyone working in this place would be thrown in jail.
'I'm going to leave after this, ok? I've had enough.'
'Fine,' the doctor replied, and stopped at a door marked 33.
'Before you go in,' he mumbled, 'just remember, this is all for science.' This didn't make me feel any better, and as he turned the door handle slowly and pushed the door open I felt my knees begin to shake. It'd gotten to the point now where I was unsure if these were even real scientists, and that the experiments they were conducting here were in fact simply to satisfy their morbid, demented minds.
'Please step inside,' he said calmly. And I did, stupidly.
The room was quite small and bluish, it reminded me of a doctor's theatre – the type where they conduct operations. There were several doctors wearing masks, seated around the room, one of them was glancing at his phone with his legs crossed. In the middle were several turquoise curtains surrounding what I presumed to be a hospital chair.
'Our final subject,' Dr Harrod announced, several of the doctors looked up.
'Did you know,' he began. 'That if you were to lose a finger we could replace it with a toe?'
'Yes,' I replied slowly. 'I've seen… programmes where they do that, yes.' We took a step towards the curtains in the middle. My stomach turned over and I felt myself going dizzy.
'Say someone was in a horrible accident,' Dr Harrod murmured, 'and they lost half of their hand. We, using excellent technology, could construct the person's hand using the tissue from his foot. Isn't that brilliant? We can perform eye transplants… kidney transplants, you name it… What if…' The doctor paused.
'What if what?' I said.
'What if we were to place someone's eye on their shoulder, and craft an eyelid out of skin tissue, then link it up to the synapses in the brain? What if we took their arm, and placed it in the middle of their chest? What if we took their lower jaw, sawed it off and fashioned it onto their leg for a better kick? What if… we took some of the internal organs and made them external? Think of how much oxygen would be supplied to the lungs if they were fastened to the outside of the chest? We could create the next stage of evolution.'
'What's behind that curtain?' I stammered. 'What have you done?'
Dr Harrod stepped forward and whipped the curtains away.
But there was nothing there, just an empty hospital chair. I was slightly confused for a moment, but then it dawned on me in a sickening wave.
'You came here to help us with our experiments, James, so that's precisely what you're going to do. The reward is aiding us in our experiments.'
I felt a sharp pain in my left arm and whipped it away in time to see a doctor standing next to me – he was holding an empty syringe.
'Put him on the chair,' Dr Harrod snapped, and several of the doctors grabbed my arms and legs. I thrashed as much as I could, but the room was already going blurry and my muscles were beginning to weaken.
'We'll talk again after the operation,' Dr Harrod smiled, pulling a sharp scalpel out of his pocket. 'That is… if you still have a mouth.'
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Great account and great outcome! I think we could assume, based on the attempted bribe of the Wiyot people, that once the project was completed and Terra Gen and their private equity weenie owners had pocketed their profits that our phone calls would no longer be returned. And there we'd be.
What's the rush? There's a process in place and it needs to be followed. Clearly there should be no approval of the hotel until the water issue is sorted out. And Sundberg needs to have his hand slapped hard for trying to do an end around. This project is one more in a long list of examples of why we have a Coastal Commission to begin with.
We proudly have two of Amy's effing paintings on our walls. :0) One hangs alongside a McVicker and an Oates. Thank you Amy and Scott for all you've done and been for our community during your time here. All the best in The Big City!
Susan Fox
Yet another entitled rich white white guy just like Cheetolini who started life on third base. Thought we were finally rid of him and it's been really nice not having him around. So very tedious that he's reappeared. The island needs to be returned to the Wiyot people ASAP. It's their land which was stolen from them through murder and massacre. If they choose to allow access to non-tribe members once it is theirs again that is entirely their business.
Winburn is clearly unfamiliar with how the internets work. Also the First Amendment.
Foghorn....did you even read the article? Apparently not. Are you an engineer? A geologist? Experienced in road construction? If not, then your faux "expertise" is simply opinion unsupported by facts. Driving the road in an RV "many times" does not an expert make.
Kurt- it's s tough situation with no easy answer, obviously. Glad to hear that there's a stakeholders group and that Jared Huffman is on it. I hope the re-routing happens in time or we're all going to need those new flying cars...
Richard D. Brown is coming from a place of white male privilege in his comment which demonstrates quite nicely why we have reached the point that it is necessary for our public officials to affirm the very obvious fact that equal rights are for EVERYONE. His 'I've got mine" attitude is part of the problem. Sad!
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The Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Micro-SIM and Nano-SIM. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, Infrared, USB OTG, FM, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks in India). Sensors on the phone include Compass Magnetometer, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope.
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Survey the Area: You may have a job in one place and not want to commute too far from that job but you need to carefully survey the region to decide if the trade-offs are worth it. For example, if one home you're looking at is very nearby your work but is going to turn your housing payment into double or more, that's no one's idea of a good trade-off, especially if you can find something far more affordable only a few miles away.
Virtual Walk-through: Another one of the important tips for homebuyers looking for homes online is to ask your realtor to do a virtual walk-through. That is they can take a camera and "show" you the property. If you are with them in a live stream then you can also ask questions which may have arisen during an actual walk-through which can only help you make your decision.
Independent Testing: Of course you have to have the ground tested and make sure there is no asbestos, lead in the walls, or any other big negatives before any money changes hands. This would be the same as in a regular home purchase so you should ask that this be done on your behalf by an independent third party. Make sure to check out local rankings and ask around if you know anyone who currently lives in the area if they know a good tester.
Negotiate: A final one of the most important tips for homebuyers looking for homes online is you can't ever forget your position of power in negotiations. Just because you are not physically there doesn't mean you still can't make demands of the home sellers, haggle over the dollars and cents, ask that closing costs be covered and if you're not satisfied, simply walk away. You hold the cards, and never forget that.
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A view from the bench: CH court cut budget and added cases in 2018
In 2018, the Cleveland Heights Municipal Court cost taxpayers almost $70,000 less than in 2017, while hearing about 1,500 more cases, according to our just-released annual report. The court managed the savings while improving its Web access and providing more services for defendants, thanks to good planning and management by our capable and dedicated staff.
Part-time magistrates replaced a full-time magistrate. Other cost savings in 2018 included reducing the number of vehicles from two to one, and spending less on books, because the same information was already available on existing electronic research services.
The Court spent about $1.12 million in general operating expenses, which include employee salaries, postage for notices, translator expenses, and more. Major added expenses were improvements to the website and a new case management system. The more user-friendly website now allows search by address to determine if the city filed a criminal case against a property. The case management system creates digital court entries, saving paper and improving efficiency.
The Court collected fines and costs totaling just over $2 million. More than $1.5 million went to the city, and the remainder to the county and state. The Court has consistently raised funds well in excess of its general fund expenses, and 2018 was no different. However, I believe the Court should never be viewed as a revenue center. Its mission is to administer justice.
The Court transformed its collection procedures for those unable to pay all fines and costs. In the past, although not necessarily the case, defendants were told that all fines and costs were due on the court date. Now, payment plans are more transparent and more closely monitored, and payments can be made in person, by mail, or online via the website.
The Court heard a total of 15,833 cases in 2018, nearly 1,500 more than the year before. According to Supreme Court of Ohio 2018 case statistics (http://bit.ly/CleHtsMuniCts), adjusted for per judge caseload, Cleveland Heights heard 5,318 more cases than the average number of cases heard by the other municipal courts in Cuyahoga County, and 6,139 more than the average number of cases heard by municipal courts throughout Ohio.
Cleveland Heights Municipal Court heard a total of 2,461 criminal and 11,523 traffic cases.
The Court provides indigent defendants with appointed counsel not only on misdemeanors but at all felony hearings. This allows an attorney to be present, not only to counsel the defendant, but also to advocate on behalf of the defendant on matters such as setting bail.
We also improved the monitoring of, and services available to, defendants. For the first time in many years, the Court can conduct drug and alcohol testing. For the first time ever, the Court created a partnership to refer defendants to the specialized dockets of Cleveland Municipal Court, including the mental health and drug court. The partnership allows Cleveland Heights to provide defendants with the same benefits without the cost of creating duplicative specialized courts.
While the annual report (http://bit.ly/CleHtsCourtRpts) is meant for CH City Council, Cuyahoga County Council, and the county executive, I hope the citizens of Cleveland Heights will use it to understand the features, functions, and benefits of their Municipal Court. We are public servants, and come to work for more than just a paycheck. We strive to meet and exceed our obligations to the citizens and the public at large. I am proud of the work that we have accomplished at the Court, and look forward to serving for years to come.
J.J. Costello
J.J. Costello is a lifelong Cleveland Heights resident and judge of the Cleveland Heights Municipal Court.


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NOBBY'S GROUND FLOOR STUNNERThis Spacious one bedroom apartment is positioned on the ground floor of a 3 storey walk up and is in one of the best locations on the Gold Coast. The apartment has the luxury of a spacious well designed interior and a generous courtyard so bright and breezy all year round. Just footsteps from the beach (100 metres) and short stroll to all the eateries and shops of the Nobby Beach precinct.
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*Open plan living and dining with Air-Con
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*Body corps approx. $83 per week & pet friendly
*Bedroom with built-in robe & new ensuite
*1 Car space in secure basement parking
*Well maintained building with swimming pool in the complex
*Currently owners holiday home with rental estimate $360.00 to $380 per week
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Moving from a rented place to your own house is one of the biggest financial investment that one makes in their lives. The decision has a lot of implications on your current and future financial situations. What also makes the decision more difficult is the amount of options that one has available when thinking of buying a home. Of course, the budget plays a big role in all the decision making. The decision is not easy to make, even after you have decided on the budget.
What is the best way to handle a confusing situation? Figure out all your options, weigh their pros and cons, and then take a calculated call. When it comes to buying a house, the first question is whether you want a condominium, a condo townhome, or a free hold. They all come with their own sets of advantages and disadvantages, but the best way to decide is to know exactly what you can expect from all three options. Below, we list some of the benefits you can expect when you decide to buy your first condominium home.
1. Affordability
As already mentioned above, your financial situation plays a big role in deciding which of the house option is the best suited for your needs. When it comes to condo townhomes and free hold townhomes, you may often need to give up on the houses you like because the price is just too high. In case of condominiums, you get a lot more options that are spread across a wider price range, so you have a few shortlisted properties to choose from, irrespective of your financial situation.
2. Safety
When you live in our own home, the first thing you want to feel is the feeling of being in a safe and secured place. When it comes to condo townhomes, the community may or may not be gated. Also, outsiders have an easier access to your home. When it comes to free hold homes, you are solely responsible for the security of your home. But when it comes to a condominium, and outsider first has to enter through a secured main entrance, and then through the front door. The condominiums often install CCTV cameras too which deter all unwanted visitors.
3. Amenities
If you live in a big city, you pretty well know that the costs of amenities can be pretty substantial. If you are living in the suburbs, you may not have too many options in the first place. If you opt to buy a condominium, you can expect amenities such as a gym area and a swimming pool as part of the property. Some properties also include meeting rooms and party rooms amongst other amenities.
4. Maintenance
With a condominium, maintaining the home is far easier compared to the other options you have. With a condominium, you are only responsible for maintaining the interiors of the home. All external maintenance and repairs are taken care of by the property managing company. This is not only convenient, but can also save you a lot of money.
5. Return on investment
Condominiums have become a very popular option amongst first time home buyers. Most of the reasons why have already been discussed above. What that means for you as a homeowner is that your property will appreciate at a healthy rate till the time you decide to sell your property.
6. Community
When living in a condominium, you are bound to run into your neighbours in the elevators and the common areas. This makes sure that you know who your neighbours are and it creates a sense of community that many people enjoy being a part of.
Buying a home is a big decision. Which is why you need to know the advantages of the kind of house you are looking at before making any decisions.


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The banking group does not offer its deals through advisers, however, and the special rate is not open to non-HSBC Premier customers. Borrowers need to qualify for a host of criteria and become HSBC customers before they can access the rate.
The deal underlines the lower-for-longer rate environment, which has seen ANZ, BNZ, Westpac and TSB slash rates to sub 4%. Rates are at their lowest level for years, and the sub 4% interest levels are likely to see customers refinance their existing obligations.
HSBC's offer is subject to strict rules. Loans need to be more than $500,000, and customers need at least $100,000 in savings to access Premier rates.


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The Mac Observer's Kelly Guimont, who you can hear regularly on TMO's Daily Observations podcast, joined Chuck Joiner this week on MacVoices. Chuck quizzed her about Internet of Things, backup strategies, upgrading your tech gear, favorite iOS apps, and more. MacVoices is a video podcast, but there's an audio version available, too. You can check out Chuck's interview with Kelly at the MacVoices website, or on Apple's iTunes Store as audio or video.
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I agree that Wemo is a good first step. I bought one for just that purpose. What I've found, though, is that I wouldn't use it for something that I can more easily turn on by hand. It's clunky to pull my phone out to switch something on in the same room I'm in. So I use it for outdoor lighting. During the holiday season, I ran an extension cord from my (weather-protected) shed to a set of laser lights. Then I set up the schedule to turn on automatically each day. In the non-holiday season, I have it hooked… Read more »


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This is a poem I started a long time ago and finally picked up last week and finished.
The Girl With Thick Framed Glasses
Behind her glasses
Those thick-lined frames
She was one of those people everyone passes,
Disappearing in a sea of names.
Brown hair pulled into a ponytail
A smile touched her pink lips
Her skin was freckled and pale
Her cheeks the color of rose tips.
She worked in the college café
Ringing up orders, making frappes
And by brewing coffee, saving the day-
At least mine, anyway.
The girl that no one for sure knew
Was the one my throat got tight around
When I tried to say "Hi", my legs turned to glue
My palms got sweaty, my heart would pound.
Behind those thick framed glasses
Were her beautiful eyes-
The color of ginger and molasses-
The love in them stretched to the skies.
To the world she was just a cashier
That rang up their orders each day,
No one noticed her brown hair
Shine when the sun hit it a certain way.
To the world she may not have mattered much,
Just the coffee stop on the way to their classes-
So many lives she did subtly touch,
The girl behind the thick framed glasses.
Talk to the girl that visits your dreams
Who is an angel, just without wings.
Talk to the give with the sweet face,
Whose movements are all touched with grace.
On the last day of school I had one chance
To ask her to the end of year dance.
I walked into the café-
But I couldn't find the words to say.
"She already has a date," I thought
"Tell her how you feel!" My courage fought.
She was the girl I longed to know-
She was beautiful, but I couldn't tell her so.
I paused and looked at her once more-
And turned back, and out the door.
I am the girl with thick framed glasses
The girl that everyone passes
The girl that no one notices in a crowd
Even though I'm screaming so loud.
I'm the girl that needs to know
That in the middle of hundreds of lights,
Someone sees my glow.
I'm the girl that needs to know
That in this big world I am not alone
That I am wanted and longed to be known.
I wrote this with the thought that someone out there may NEED to know they are cared about. Someone out there may NEED YOU. Don't just assume they know you care…..tell them.


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What a sped up month. I have no complaints. Took small steps and general headway on personal goals; work is trying to be more interesting while I'm simultaneously more diligent about my outside-of-the-office pursuits. In and out of town friends came and went; lunches, dinners, cocktails and conversations; long walks afterwards. I let myself really rest some too. And crazy enough, I went on a legit blind date. As in, I didn't even google the guy, had no idea what he looked like other than the explanation from a broker at the office. This alone feels exceptional since it's certainly not the swipe this way or that and internet stalking that pervades us. For the record, I'm on no dating … Read More
The Random Show II
[Sunday] The first Random Show was in early August. It's a fine read. A few similarities. I did go back and read it after I formulated this; I needed to see when I had titled another post as such and what numerical value this should be. Since the randomness always runs, how many times have I tried to excuse myself? I'm barely good at boxing myself into this format, something organized and cohesive. Such as why the food-diet-health post is slowly churning along in no cheap, fast fashion way. I want it to be right. I know I can't avoid offense and hurt feelings or disdain. What we eat is not simply survival-reactionary but personal and emotional, on all the … Read More
Bookending Days
I bookend my days with reading; in the quiet morning and in the closing down of the night. Yesterday was rather curious as it had bookends within itself. I went on a 4 mile walk in the late morning. It was a bit overcast, cool, breezy. I 100% knew rain was coming but wasn't sure when, so I didn't let this deter me. About halfway to my turning around point, it started to drizzle a soft mist. It stayed this way and maintained a steady soft pour during my entire trek. I had on a baseball cap which made the experience considerably easier to handle. Just not having rain in your face means basically, you're only getting wet. I delighted … Read More
The Reality
I would like to think I read more books than I realistically do. It's a memory of myself -when I could stock up on books from the library weekly, when I only had the distraction of a few emails and penpals online. I didn't have a television. I was in my first apartment and this was a lifestyle I thought I knew about myself. A funny thought just struck me. I'm sitting on a stool, typing on a low table. This was exactly how I was set up in my first apartment. I think I actually had my laptop on a wooden bench. I sold my desk when I moved most recently and don't miss it. I also gave away … Read More
In the Zone
Long walks and long noodles. Long walks are good for the soul. 75% of noodle dishes are comfort food, so they are good for the soul too. Both were a part of my weekend. The walks have been an every Sunday thing. And they never involve a cell phone. I really love my cozy quaint neighborhood smack center in the high rise metropolis and cultural abundance of Dallas. If I spit out of my front door it'd hit a museum, bistro, tapas bar, or The Ritz. But I love my job more and will move again as soon as I can. I hate putting the miles on my car. And truthfully I don't frequent any of the places in my neighborhood. … Read More


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Graveside services for Beatrice June Lee will be held at 12:30 PM on Friday, May 17, 2019 at The Bethal Park Cemetery in Bethel Park, PA.
She died on Monday, April 1, 2019 at Kenton Nursing and Rehab. She was born on October 26, 1926 in Pennsylvania to the late Matthew and Mary (Wartz) Thewes. On August 6, 1943 she married Edgar Harding Lee and he preceded her in death in February of 1996.
Surviving are 3 daughters; Donna Lee of San Diego, CA, Diann Taylor of San Diego, CA and Karen (Terry) Woolensnider of LaRue. 4 Grandchildren; Robert Horde', Stella (Ryan) Zimmerman, Daniel Woolensnider and Ashlee (Corry) Streets. 9 Great-Grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a son; Edgar Harding Lee Jr. 12 siblings; Mary, Phillip, Nick, Max, Ann, Margaret, Eugene, Andy, Bill and Francis and 2 infant siblings.
Beatrice was always a giving person, giving to the Toys for Tots, Wounded Veterans and Blind Veterans.
She was an avid reader and enjoyed sketching and drawing.
She loved gardening but most of all she loved to visit family in P.A.
Memorial donations may be made to The Alzheimer's Association.
Online condolences may be expressed at pricefh.net.
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Woman Killed in Tracy Accident
A woman suffered fatal injuries during a pileup near Tracy on June 11, 2018. At approximately 1:30 in the morning, a box truck overturned along the outer eastbound lane of Interstate 205 near the Interstate 5 transition. A Stockton woman was driving her 2003 Hyundai SUV when she reportedly failed to see the box truck overturned in her path, causing a car accident.
Accident detail
A Good Samaritan pulled over along the shoulder in front of the SUV to render aid to those who were injured. A short time after, a 2008 big rig was approaching the scene of the initial accident at highway speeds while being followed by another box truck. The big rig driver failed to stop in time for the overturned box truck and struck its lower front portion. The big rig continued and struck the SUV and Good Samaritan's vehicle carrying his passenger and two children. The second box truck following behind the big rig struck the SUV, rolled and hit the SUV driver. Emergency personnel arrived on the scene to transport four parties to area hospitals for treatment of traumatic injuries. Unfortunately, the driver of the SUV suffered fatal injuries at the scene.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to those mourning the loss of their loved one during this heart-wrenching time.
What Caused the Accident?
A cause for this accident is currently under investigation by the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
The identity of the Victim
Authorities have identified the victim as 36-year-old Ambrosia Latrice Dancy of Stockton.
Pileup Accidents
Auto accidents are stressful, frightening and dangerous. The more vehicles that are involved in an accident typically increases the severity of injuries. Many factors can come into play in a multi-car pileups. Freeways and intersections are the common sites for these collisions. Multi-car pileups are often caused by:
- Inclement conditions can increase the risk of a pileup from slick roads and limited visibility for motorists;
- Driving over the posted speed limit or current road conditions can lead to a pileup due to increased stopping distance;
- Falling asleep behind the wheel is particularly dangerous as a motorists' foot may remain on the gas pedal and their vehicle may drift from lane to lane, further causing a chain reaction accident. Drowsy driving is fatal as it claimed the lives of 846 in 2014 (according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration);
- Driving while intoxicated or impaired endangers the lives of others on the road. Every day in the United States, twenty-eight individuals lose their lives due to drunk driving (according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention);
- Any activity that diverts your attention from the road may increase your chances of an accident. Driver distraction was deemed a contributing factor in nearly ten percent of all traffic fatalities (according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety).
How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help
Pileup accidents present unique dangers to those involved. These accidents can cause serious injuries like spinal cord damage, head and brain trauma, bone fractures or even wrongful death. Determining fault in a pileup can be extremely complex as multiple collisions and motorists are involved. Since these accidents are complicated, it is best to contact an experienced personal injury lawyer in Stockton to discuss the facts and circumstances of your case. A skilled attorney can thoroughly investigate the accident to properly determine liability and present a strong case for fair compensation of your damages.
Stockton Personal Injury Lawyer
I'm Ed Smith, a Stockton personal injury lawyer. Chain reaction accidents are often the cause of serious injuries. If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident, I am here to provide you with free and friendly legal advice. I can be contacted at (209) 227-1931 or toll-free at (800) 404-5400.
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'Janessa was a peacemaker. And I will see her again. God Bless you Mr. Cooks.' Janessa's grandmother— Sontaya Rose (@SontayaRose) March 5, 2018
As part of a plea deal, Brian Cooks pleaded no contest last month to one count of voluntary manslaughter and one count of possession of a firearm by a felon.
Cooks was charged with shooting and killing nine-year-old Janessa Ramirez in 2015. Police said he admitted to shooting the girl as she stood outside a West Central Fresno laundromat.
Janessa's family praying in the hallway with the jail chaplain who has also been meeting with Brian Cooks. pic.twitter.com/hsqNYZnSYQ— Sontaya Rose (@SontayaRose) March 5, 2018
'I hope that from the bottom of your heart, you can forgive me.'- Brian Cooks is addressing the court and reading from his prepared statement.— Sontaya Rose (@SontayaRose) March 5, 2018
Cooks said he didn't mean to hit the girl and that he was only shooting in self-defense because he was under fire from a moving car.
During a statement in court Cooks asked for forgiveness from the victim's family.


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Goole Local Information
Goole is a town, civil parish and port located approximately 45 miles (72 km) inland on the River Ouse in the East Riding of Yorkshire, England. The port is "highly versatile", and is capable of handling nearly 3 million tonnes of cargo per annum, making it one of the most important ports on the east coast of England.
Goole is twinned with Zlotow, Poland (and was twinned with Rostock, northern Germany in 1969 although this seems to have lapsed). Goole was informally twinned with Gibraltar in the 1960s, at that time Gibraltar Court was named in Goole and Goole Court was named in Gibraltar.
Permission was granted by the East Riding of Yorkshire Council for the development of a new, large industrial park on land adjacent to the M62 on the outskirts of the town.
Since work began, the industrial park, now known as Capitol Park, has attracted two large employers in the form of Guardian Industries, who have built a glass manufacturing plant and Tesco, who have built a distribution centre. The arrival of these employers has resulted in hundreds of new jobs being created.
Goole's main football team is Goole AFC. It is the town's only semi-professional football team and currently they play in the UniBond League 1st Division South.
Prior to the reform of local government in 1974, brought about by the Local Government Act 1972, Goole was in the West Riding of Yorkshire. It was then placed in the Boothferry district of the newly formed county of Humberside until that was abolished in 1996. Since 1996, Goole has been in the East Riding of Yorkshire. It is represented by six councillors on the East Riding of Yorkshire Council.
Goole is currently in the parliamentary constituency of Brigg and Goole. The constituency is represented by one Member of Parliament in the House of Commons.
Goole Local Links
Goole Town Council
Information on Council services and events in Goole.
Goole on the Web
An unofficial guide to all things Goole-related.
Schools & Colleges
Goole College
Goole College forms part of the Hull College Group, a large General Further Education College delivering excellence locally, regionally and globally.
Ofstead Secondary School Reports
Inspection reports for Secondary Schools in Goole, or search for other education providers.
National Railway enquiries
Information on Goole Station facilities, accessibility and ticket information.
Goole Town Bus Service
Goole has its own bus service run by First Mainline with three routes serving the town.
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WASHINGTON (NNS) — When Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Michael Farrell got the news in November 2011 that he had not been selected for retention by the Navy's Enlisted Retention Board, he was unsure of what would come next in his life.
The one thing he did know was that he wanted to return to his home state of Minnesota if at all possible.
Farrell, assigned to Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 120 "Greyhawks", immediately began preparing for his transition out of the Navy. While taking advantage of the usual services of the Navy Transition Assistance Management Program, offered at Commander, Navy Installations Command's Fleet and Family Readiness Centers (FFSCs) worldwide, he knew that it might not be enough to prepare him for his unexpected transition out of the Navy after more than nine years of service.
While receiving the initial news from his commanding officer, he was given a handbook about all of the benefits available to him and was told the about many options, including extra outplacement services through Challenger, Grey and Christmas (CGC). As the job search continued with little luck, Farrell found himself speaking to a CGC coach to develop a job search strategy targeting Minnesota and crafting a resume that was aimed directly at his goal.
"Thanks to that killer resume, I got a job in Minnesota with a company called Orbotech," said Farrell. "It pays well and the job looks to be less demanding than my Navy one. The benefits are great and the working environment and climate are different from what I've been accustomed to lately."
Farrell is extremely grateful that he took the extra steps to ensure a good future for himself and his family. While at a loss for what to do next, things did not look bright for Farrell. After talking to the coach at CGC and developing a plan, he began to gain confidence and see hope for his future.
"I know it is the coaches' job, but they seemed to put 100 percent of themselves into what they do and it showed," said Farrell. "Things worked out right for me and it was because of their hard work and dedication."
With a job secured in his home state and his extended family nearby, his outlook has changed about being selected by the ERB for release from the Navy. Farrell is proud of his naval service and the years he spent as an aviation electronics technician, but he is also looking forward to the next step in his life and finally feeling "home" again.
The Navy's contract with CGC is extensive and tasks them to reach out to all Sailors affected by ERB. Sailors are encouraged to contact CGC by calling 1-800-971-4288 or by e-mail at firstname.lastname@example.com if they desire services and have not heard from CGC. Sailors can also contact the Help Center at Commander, Navy Personnel Command by calling 866-827-5672 for more information.
For more information, visit www.npc.navy.mil/boards/ERB/, contact the NPC customer service center at 1-866-U-ASK-NPC (1-866-827-5672) or email email@example.com.
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Not really enterprise IT but somebody might find this useful (including me in a few months if it breaks and I've forgotten what I did!)
So you have a QNAP TS series NAS (I have a TS239 Pro II + and very good it is too). You also have an Android phone. You think that it'd be pretty handy to be able to move stuff between the two, and would like to use a secured protocol.
If your NAS is not behind a NAT gateway then it's easy. If it is then it's still fairly easy, except that whilst the UPnP stuff on the NAS opens most of the ports you need, it does not open the passive FTP port range. So you need to go to your NAT gateway (possibly your modem/router) and manually add an entry for the range of ports and point them to the IP address of your NAS. If UPnP doesn't work you also need to forward ports 21 and 22 to the NAS.
I have a Netgear cable modem/router from Virgin Media, and the place to go for the NAT table is Port Forwarding under Advanced. Up until this point you might have quite happily had your NAS running with a DHCP address with no problems (it can become a Master Browser so you can find/map drives to it by name on your home network), and UPnP has been taking care of the NAT port mappings automatically. All is not necessarily lost: the DHCP server (probably built into your router) might have the ability to use address reservations, this means that it will always hand out the same IP address to a device with a specific MAC address (i.e. network card unique identification number). On my Netgear router the stuff to do with DHCP is in the LAN IP section under Advanced.
So on the QNAP NAS I went into Network Services, FTP Service, and unticked FTP and ticked "FTP with SSL/TLS (Explicit)". Port is left at 21 (default). I'm using the default Passive FTP port range of 55536 – 56559 and I have ticked the "Respond with external IP address for passive FTP connection request" but left the External IP Address box empty. This last step is important as otherwise your FTP client is told to connect to the internal IP address of the NAS rather than the external address of the NAT device (router). If you don't tick it everything will work fine whilst you're at home on your WiFi connection, but if you go elsewhere or switch to 3G (etc.) it'll fail. Finally, within MyCloudNAS Service, Auto Router Configuration, I have ticked "FTP/FTPS with SSL/TLS
Server" which sorts out the UPnP. Oh, and I'm obviously using MyCloudNAS for dynamic DNS so I can find the NAS over the internet if/when the IP address of the cable modem/router changes.
So on to AndFTP on the Android phone. Important settings are as follows:
Hostname: me.mycloudnas.com
Type: FTPS (Explicit FTP over TLS/SSL)
Port: 21
On the Advanced tab: Mode: Passive
Back on the General tab, I have ticked "Enable resume support" because I thought it seemed like a good idea, what with a phone being portable and thus likely to have its network connection drop out mid transfer. I've yet to test if it actually does anything useful though.
And then you click Connect, and it does, and gives you a list of the files/folder on your NAS and you're happy.
Think that's all I had to do, the important bits really are the NAT entries for the high ports and making sure the NAS FTP server responds with the external IP address. If you can't get it working I might have left something out – let me know and we can compare configurations!


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KT NEWS SERVICE. Dated: 10/7/2018 12:58:00 PM
SAMBA , Oct 6: After successful completion of competitions for Purmandal and Bari Brahamna blocks, District Development Commissioner Sushma Chauhan today declared open Khelo India games for Ramgarh and Vijaypur blocks here at Sports Stadium GurhaSlathia at an impressive and well attended inaugural function.Sports competitions as part of the Government of India's Khelo India sports for peace and development initiative are envisaged to be held for all blocks of the District in a phased manner over the next one month in a bouquet of sports disciplines including Volleyball, Kho-Kho, Badminton, Kabaddi, Athletic, Wrestling, Football, Swimming, Hockey and Unified games. The competitions are being held in under 17, under 20 and above 20 age groups amongst the sports person who had registered for these competitions during an extensive registration drive carried out by the District administration prior to the holding of the games. The youth of the District have shown an overwhelming response for the games evidenced by more than 6500 registrations for team and individual events. More than 2000 athletes of Ramgarh and Vijaypur blocks have registered for Khelo India sports competitions to be held at GurhaSlathia Stadium upto 12/10/2018During the inaugural ceremony, the Khelo India flag was unfurled and the Khelo India games torch brought from Smailpur Stadium as a sequel to the conclusion of the the Block level Competitions for Purmandal and Bari Brahmana blocks was lit by the Deputy Commissioner in the GurhaSlathia stadium amidst thunderous applaud from participants and local crowd.The people from the adjoining villages who had gathered in large number in the stadium to cheer up the participants, also joined the joined the Deputy Commissioner and other officers in taking a pledge to promote sports in their life and also people around them.Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Commissioner complimented the youth of the Vijaypur and Ramgarh blocks for showing keen interest in the sports activities by registering for the Khelo India events in such a large number and exhorted them to display their best in the upcoming sports events to be able to compete in district level events to be organised at Sports Stadium Samba .She also thanked the locals for turning out in large numbers to cheer the participants.She exhorted the audience to imbibe sports in their daily routine to remain calm, physically and emotionally fit and disciplined to be able to contribute towards a healthy and happy society.The Deputy Commissioner took time to personally interact with the participants and also witnessed inaugural games in Volleyball, Football, Badminton and Kabaddi. On the occasion, she announced that after the completion of the Block level games, the winning and runner up team from each block would participate in the district level competitions followed by a grand closing ceremony at sports stadium, Samba.On the occasion, the Deputy commissioner was accompanied by Pankaj Magotra, Addl. District Development Commissioner Samba, Faisal Qureshi, Addl. SP. Samba, Aijaz Qaiser, ACD Samba, and other District and Block level Officers and officers from the Army, BSF and CRPF.A large gathering of the locals witnessed keenly contested matches which continued till late in the evening.
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Articles Archive for November 2009
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THE timing of the departure of Queensland Premier Anna Bligh's highly talented chief of staff Mike Kaiser last Friday could not have been worse. Kaiser's announcement that he will join the federal government's national broadband network from December 1, as head of government relations, came only a day after the scrapping of the controversial Traveston dam by federal Environment Minister Peter Garrett.
Brisbane's Courier-Mail reported that the day before his retirement announcement, Bligh's office had denied Kaiser had quit.
Kaiser's retirement and its timing sent a message that the Queensland Labor government …
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NEXT week's ETS debate will reveal whether Malcolm Turnbull has made the transition from gifted amateur to professional politician, argues Ross Fitzgerald.
Malcolm Turnbull believes in an emissions trading scheme. He was the Howard government minister who brought a proposal for one to cabinet and he has never wavered in his view that it's the best way to impose a price on carbon. But governments and oppositions have different roles. The government has to run the country. The opposition has to hold the government to account. It normally does so by …
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THERE has to be a political afterlife that is acceptable to the people of Australia.
Given our national antipathy toward ex-ministers taking corporate jobs while drawing a pension, we must find a better way to put their experience to good use, says Ross Fitzgerald.
For years I have been observing the public debate over what politicians should do after they leave or are defeated in parliamentary politics, and I know there is no perfect answer. Some ex-pollies stay in the political game, others set out to make money as consultants and corporate …
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IN Brisbane's southern suburbs, among decidedly Anglo-Australian suburb names, such as Loganholme and Meadowbrook, the name Tanah Merah stands out.
Few of its residents know that their suburb's name means "red earth in Bahasa Indonesia, the national language of our most populous neighbour, and was named after a notorious prison camp in Dutch West New Guinea.
Given our current, closer, relationship with the Republic of Indonesia, it is timely to reflect on the contribution to Australian and Indonesian history made by the 500 internees and their families from Tanah Merah who were …
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DON'T be surprised if the Bradfield and Higgins by-elections on December 5 throw up some unexpected outcomes.
There have already been a few shock moves. Labor's failure to nominate a candidate for either electorate was just too smart for words. It smacked of the same poor judgment that inspired it to hand a preference deal and the last Senate seat in Victoria to Steve Fielding in 2007.
The newly formed Australian Sex Party has nominated a 26-year-old lesbian pole dancer and human rights lawyer, Zahra Stardust, for Bradfield. In Higgins it has …


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It was an absolute joy to work with my old friend and designer/video artist Lachlan Outhred to make a short film showcasing some of the poems from The Swelling Year and the locations that have inspired me. Check out the video here.
Author: Matthew Pullar
"The Swelling Year" is here…
Well, after seven years of writing and an intense few months of preparation, my book The Swelling Year: Poems for Holy and Ordinary Days is finally available for purchase. I was very excited this week to discover that, as well as being available directly from lulu.com, it can also be ordered at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and even from the Danish store Saxo.com. You can also preview it at Google Books if you want to see what it's all about. I'm looking at ways of getting it into physical bookstores in Australia too, and I'll update local readers on this when it happens.
Also, if you happen to be in Melbourne in November, drop by Christ Church Anglican in Brunswick at 2pm on 30 November for the official book launch. There'll be readings by me, book signings, and live music from some of my very talented…
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Nearly there, and a new reward
With only $60 left to reach the $1690 needed, things are well underway for "The Swelling Year". But there's lots still to be done: a book launch to plan, and marketing for the book. So it's not over yet, and now there is a special offer for anyone who pledges $40 or more: a digital copy of the 40-poem sequence that got me started on liturgical poetry, Length of Days: 40 Poems for Lent. Want to see where it all began and track the full journey? Go to https://www.pozible.com/profile/matthew-pullar.
Ready to go…
Well, after months of preparation and two babies born in the meantime (yes, they were twins), the crowdfunding campaign is ready to go. Follow the link to check out project details and rewards for donations. 31 days to raise the $1250 needed to get the book into your hands!
Tanka for Easter
Why Lent makes sense to me (and why I need the other seasons too)
I grew up very Protestant. So Protestant that I remember asking my RE teacher when I was about 10, "What's the difference between Catholics and Christians?" It was in a "Do you have any questions for your teacher?" section of the workbook, and my teacher diplomatically replied, "Ask your parents about this." I can't remember if I asked them or how they answered if I did. But I grew up with a clear sense that Catholics (and probably Anglicans) valued tradition more than relationship with God. As such, I saw all traditions – Lent with them – as meaningless distractions from God.
As a young adult, and a reluctant Anglican, I came to find that Lent was actually a season that fit me quite nicely. My struggles with mental illness had made me acutely aware of my own dust, and had also made me search to recover the much-needed and neglected tradition of Christian lament. Lent, it turned out, offered something I craved in my devotional life.
But the other seasons have been harder to walk through. I am less inclined to the Hallelujahs of Easter or the rejoicing of Christmas. The longing of Advent is easier but I'm still often too much of a Scrooge to mix my lament with hope.
This is why I need all the seasons: because if I had control, the whole year would be Autumn and nothing grows that way. I need the home-ground advantage of Lent but I need also to see budding flowers and be reminded to hope, and I need to sit in the sunshine and celebrate the joys and the victories already here.
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"The chariots and horsemen of Israel"
Another preview from the collection, especially for today: Transfiguration Sunday.
The heart seeks Tabernacle:
on mountain-top, by river-bank, it longs
to settle, to hold the Presence safe,
within arm's reach,
just the length of an Elijah's-staff away.
Yet the false Tabernacles we weave
as curtains against truth
turn Transfiguration to self-help session
and seek double portions to allay the moment's loss.
Day turns to night.
The chariot leaves; the mountain calls us down.
Beneath the vision's light, what will we know
when ecstasy fades and the presence evades
our attempts at tabernacles?
In the heart's dwelling-place when the moment is past,
will we descend to today's implications?
When the glow recedes but the portion remains,
will we tend to the horsemen of Israel?


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Movies can serve multiple functions in our lives as they can be used as an escape from the day to day drudgery of life that can hit us all at the best of times, a reminder of the need to laugh by giving us a few good ones or it can bring issues within families that are hard to discuss. Out recently from our friends at 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment is a family drama about the healing power of forgiveness that we all need in our lives no matter what your belief structure or status in life. It's time to discover "October Baby".
Starring Rachel Hendrix, Jason Burkey and John Schneider
Directed by Andrew and Jon Erwin
"October Baby" opens on Hannah (Hendrix) as the curtain rises on her theatrical debut in college. Yet before her first lines, she collapses. Countless medical tests all point to one underlying factor: Hannah's difficult birth. This revelation is nothing compared to discovering that she was actually adopted… after a failed abortion attempt. Bewildered, angered and confused, Hannah embarks on a journey with Jason (Burkey), her oldest friend. In the midst of her incredible journey to discover her hidden past and find hope for her unknown future, Hannah sees that life can be so much more than what you have planned.
As a critic you hate to pigeon hole a type of film based on its subject matter and with its pro-life message it is undeniable that "October Baby" does have a message that they are trying to get across, but in that process they actually made a half way decent film that actually rises above the debate of being pro-life or pro-choice. While the script that was co-written by co-director Jon Erwin does have a myriad of pacing problems the story successfully puts most issues of faith into the background as we follow this young woman who is struggling with her own identity. Directed by the brother duo of Andrew and Jon Erwin the proceedings moved along well enough in spite of the uneven narrative (act 2 was way too long) but everything that unfolded in front of us on the screen came from a genuine emotional place and never felt fake or manufactured at any time. A story of this nature could have easily descended into manipulative, didactic drivel, but a relative newcomer to the screen actually delivers a tender performance that may even turn a couple of heads and elevated more than anyone could have expected.
Rachel Hendrix as our heroine Hannah holds the screen and will evoke viewer sympathy as an emotionally confused 19 year old. While the material was mostly understated she pulled off a very powerful tone that actually worked with the character and could be worth keeping an eye on, because even though this was only her second feature film she has some natural talent that just can't be ignored. The rest of the mostly unknown ensemble was certainly fine in their respective roles including some familiar faces like John Schneider and Jasmine Guy but this film thrives based on Hendrix's performance and could be turning some heads and getting some more attention depending on her career path.
Picture and sound quality on the Blu-Ray were great as expected and the special features on this disc include feature length commentary with the cast and crew as well as bloopers, deleted scenes, a music video and a variety of behind the scenes featurettes.
We are fortunate to live in a country where we have the freedom the practice our individual religions and beliefs however we see fit, and while the pro-life and religious overtones of "October Baby" may make some viewers feel uncomfortable; this was actually a nice, understated drama. It was a well executed piece of storytelling considering that they were on an on undoubtedly a small budget with a strong young female lead performance that didn't put you on either side of an issue, it just connected you to characters, and that is really what films are supposed to do in the first place.
3 out of 5 stars.
"October Baby" is available on DVD & Blu-Ray for rent at video stores across the country; it's also available for purchase at all major retailers like amazon.ca.
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After decades of assembling his own rustic discography, the wise Willie Nelson has now had quite the year for covering classics. First he took a beautiful whack at the timeless Coldplay ballad "The Scientist" and now he's taken on one of my all-time favourite tunes - only enhancing its melodic beauty with his legendary uncomplicated approach to folk-rock. Leaving the essence of the Eddie Vedder classic nearly the same - the picking chords, sliding guitar and profound lyrics untouched - but massaging his old country twang, plain vocals and a new guitar hook into the track, Pearl Jam's "Just Breathe" has only become more so one of the more breathtaking songs in my music library.
Also, it's funny that I wrote about the purity of this PJ ballad almost one year ago to the date - and now have discovered this fresh spin only five days ago. Listen to both - because like I said last year, they really will change your life!
Willie's Take
The Original
Pretty little lyric:
"I'm a lucky man to count on both hands the ones I love/ Some folks just have one, others they got none/ Stay with me, let's just breathe/ Practiced are my sins, never gonna let me win/Under everything, just another human being/ I don't wanna hurt, there's so much in this world to make me bleed/ Stay with me, you're all I see."


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MBS Xojo / Real Studio Plugins, version 15.4pr1
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- Added elliptic curve key generation for public and private keys and functions to sign and verify digital signatures.
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Cardio Dance Workout To "Don't Be So Hard On Yourself"
A little toning, a little groove, and a whole lot of fun. And can we get an "amen" for the message of this song? For 2016, let's all agree not to be so hard on ourselves! Let's get dancing, y'all.


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Customer Spotlight
Proximity Furniture, North Carolina, USA
- Market: Office & Healthcare Furniture
- Employees: 26
- Shop Size: 50,000 sq. ft.
- Website: proximityfurniture.com
Twenty four years ago, Brian Frazier founded Proximity Furniture with the dream of changing the standard of custom furniture available to the custom office and healthcare furniture markets. His goal was to build products that offered the ultimate in comfort, flexibility and functionality to his clients.
"The contract furniture industry has been plagued with the lack of available tools to be able to quickly modify furniture. It seems like furniture design is always playing catch up to the fast paced needs in the market place." Says Brian Frazier, President of Proximity Furniture.
"By utilizing our AutoCAD-based Software from Microvellum, we have overcome this obstacle and can provide our clients customized solutions that take minimal time to engineer, customize and produce." continued Frazier.
"In 2007, we started searching for software to help us improve our production and drive our new Komo Mach One Router. Since we already used AutoCAD, we were looking for a solution that would complement our existing software and tooling. After evaluating several potential systems, we found Microvellum to be the perfect fit."
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One of the key elements to Proximity Furniture's model is, to give the client what they want; furniture to fit a new technology, to adapt to the needs of diverse employees, and to maximize desk space in the confines of modern office interiors. They have designed their product lines with sensitivity to human support requirements and environments. They focus on comfort, flexibility, and reliability; making Proximity 'Furniture for the way you work.'
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Nintendo Blocks Certain YouTube Live Streams After PewDiePie Controversy
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- Super Mario Odyssey
Just when you thought the controversy regarding YouTube and Nintendo was over, it pops back up again. Previously, there were issues when YouTuber's would attempt to monetize their Nintendo-themed videos on the popular video uploading service.
Though that has been mostly dealt with through the creation of the Nintendo Creators Program, a service that allows various Internet personalities on YouTube to be allowed to monetize their videos as long as they meet the specific guidelines that must be followed.
Unfortunately, a new restriction has begun for those involved in the Creators Program. According to IGN, all members of the program are now forbidden from livestreaming Nintendo games through YouTube, which is unfortunate considering the rapidly approaching launch of Super Mario Odyssey. This is most likely in direct response to the recent controversy regarding certain famous influencers like PewDiePie.
Also: PewDiePie Had to Stop Himself from Using the N-Word Again
As we've previously covered, the famous YouTuber was recently under fire from all corners of the video game industry due to his string of livestreams in which he either used a racial term or almost did. Though he was streaming PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds, Nintendo is no doubt covering its tracks in case of future problems.
This might be a frustrating development for any YouTuber's that don't plan on burning bridges anytime soon, but still want to livestream and have their videos monetized in the process. Thankfully, Nintendo has given some minor solutions to any such cases.
Firstly, anyone affected by this can simply create a second YouTube account that is unaffiliated with Nintendo for the sole purpose of livestreaming. This will circumvent the new restrictions. The other solution is actually removing themselves from the Creators Program entirely.
Doing so will remove the livestreaming restrictions on their account. This doesn't completely prevent a YouTuber from monetizing their videos, but they will then have to manually request Nintendo's approval for each individual video they publish. If you want more info on the Nintendo Creators Program, you can find it here.