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The honesty system often doesn't work.
That's why California lawmakers should implement a smog-check program for heavy-duty trucks and buses like we already have for cars. Without loopholes. And without delays.
Pass the test or get off the road. It should be that simple. The state's air quality and the health of our residents are at stake.
Currently, most vehicles under 14,000 pounds that are model year 1976 or newer must undergo an inspection every two years to ensure the exhaust does not exceed legal limits.
We all know the drill. You get the notice in the mail when it's time to renew your auto registration. Take it down to the smog-check station for the test. And if the car passes, you're usually done in about 30 minutes.
But, amazingly, there's no similar program for heavy-duty trucks and buses to ensure they are in compliance with the state's emission standards, which were updated in 2010.
Instead, the state relies on self-inspections by truck owners and random field inspections by staff of the state Air Resources Board at border crossings, CHP weigh stations, fleet facilities and randomly selected roadside locations.
That's not enough. According to an analysis by the Assembly Committee on Natural Resources, heavy-duty diesel vehicles are one of the largest sources of air pollution in California.
"Even with modern emissions controls and on-board diagnostics monitoring systems," according to the analysis, "heavy-duty diesel vehicles are responsible for the majority of on-road mobile source emissions due, in part, to broken emissions-related components."
The air board's roadside inspections found that 11% of trucks had an illuminated check-engine light. In other words, if it's broken, it doesn't get fixed. The honesty system isn't working.
Senate Bill 210, by state Sen. Connie Leyva, D-Chino, would change that. The Senate has passed the legislation; so should the Assembly. It directs the air board, working with the Department of Motor Vehicles, to develop a pilot smog-check inspection program with the goal of eventually expanding it statewide.
Like with cars, truck owners would not be able to renew their registrations until their vehicles passed smog-check inspections. The system would also provide a mechanism for out-of-state owners of heavy-duty vehicles to establish compliance before entering California. All told, an estimated 1 million vehicles would be inspected annually.
However, as the Assembly analysis notes, there's no timeline for the air board to conduct its pilot program. That must be completed before the state can roll out inspections statewide. Lawmakers should set deadlines to ensure there's no bureaucratic foot-dragging.
Similarly, there is no limit on the number of citations that can be issued to vehicles that violate the inspection program regulations. That's unacceptable. Penalties must be sufficient to ensure compliance.
For, if we've learned anything, it's that some truck owners won't do it on their own.


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Group Title: Research report - Bradenton Agricultural Research & Education Center - GC1975-4 Title: Agricultural Research & Education Center, Bradenton, Florida fifty (50) years of research helping to improve Florida agriculture (1925-1975) CITATION PAGE IMAGE ZOOMABLE PAGE TEXT Full Citation STANDARD VIEW MARC VIEW Permanent Link: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UF00067690/00001 Material Information Title: Agricultural Research & Education Center, Bradenton, Florida fifty (50) years of research helping to improve Florida agriculture (1925-1975) Series Title: Bradenton AREC research report Alternate Title: Fifty (50) years of research helping to improve Florida agriculture (1925-1975)Agricultural Research and Education Center, Bradenton, Florida 50th anniversary Physical Description: 7 p. : ill. ; 28 cm. Language: English Creator: Waters, W. E ( Will E )Agricultural Research & Education Center (Bradenton, Fla.) Publisher: Agricultural Research and Education Center, IFAS, University of Florida Place of Publication: Bradenton Fla Publication Date: 1975 Subjects Subject: Agriculture -- Research -- Florida ( lcsh ) Genre: government publication (state, provincial, terriorial, dependent) ( marcgt )non-fiction ( marcgt ) Notes Statement of Responsibility: compiled and edited by Will E. Waters. Funding: Florida Historical Agriculture and Rural Life Record Information Bibliographic ID: UF00067690 Volume ID: VID00001 Source Institution: Marston Science Library, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida Holding Location: Florida Agricultural Experiment Station, Florida Cooperative Extension Service, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and the Engineering and Industrial Experiment Station; Institute for Food and Agricultural Services (IFAS), University of Florida Rights Management: All rights reserved, Board of Trustees of the University of Florida Resource Identifier: oclc - 71842459 Table of Contents Copyright Copyright Front Cover Front Cover Title Page Title Page Introduction Page 1 Page 2 History of agricultural research and education center - Bradenton Page 3 List of faculty Page 4 Page 5 The land grant institution responsible for agricultural research teaching and extension Page 6 Page 7 Facilities of agricultural research and education center - Bradenton Page 8 Page 9 Full Text HISTORIC NOTE The publications in this collection do not reflect current scientific knowledge or recommendations. These texts represent the historic publishing record of the Institute for Food and Agricultural Sciences and should be used only to trace the historic work of the Institute and its staff. Current IFAS research may be found on the Electronic Data Information Source (EDIS) site maintained by the Florida Cooperative Extension Service. Copyright 2005, Board of Trustees, University of Florida Bradenton AREC Research Report Agricultural Research and Education Center Bradenton, Florida 50th ANNIVERSARY LTC C- cc Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences University of Florida, Gainesville GC 1975 4 AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH & EDUCATION CENTER BRADENTON, FLORIDA FIFTY (50) YEARS OF RESEARCH HELPING TO IMPROVE FLORIDA AGRICULTURE (1925-1975) BRADENTON AREC RESEARCH REPORT GC-1975-4 COMPILED AND EDITED BY WILL E. WATERS PRINTING: EDITORIAL DEPT., IFAS, UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA INTRODUCTION The purpose of this publication is to acquaint you with the faculty, facilities, and programs of the Agricultural Research and Education Center located at Bradenton, Florida (formerly the Gulf Coast Experiment Station). This Center, with affiliated Agricultural Research Centers located in Dover and Immokalee, Florida is a research and education unit of the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. In Bradenton we have one Extension Specialist, one USDA-ARS scientist and 12 state research scientists from various disciplines of training who participate in all phases of vegetable and ornamental horticulture research. Each research scientist also holds a joint appointment with his subject matter department at the University of Florida. This interdisciplinary team approach combining several research disciplines and a wide range of industry and faculty contacts is more pro- ductive than could be accomplished with limited investments in independent programs. The center deals directly with the ornamental and vegetable industries in Florida through research programs involving: (1) development of new or improved technology for more efficient production, handling and utilization of horticultural products, mainly flowers and vegetables; (2) quality improvement of consumer products; (3) environmental improvement through development of technology and practices to reduce environmental pollution without sacrificing product quality; (4) maintenance and improvement of soil productivity in the state of Florida; (5) development of production and marketing information to enable all Florida growers to compete effectively with other geographic areas of the nation and world; (6) advancement of basic knowledge of the various scientific disciplines represented by the faculty; and (7) assistance to the cooperative extension service, departments in the College of Agriculture and other Research Centers in extension, educational training, and cooperative research programs for the benefit of producers, consumers and students. Will E. Waters (Center Director and Horticulturist) HISTORY OF THE AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH & EDUCATION CENTER BRADENTON Agricultural Research & Education Center Bradenton originated in the fall of 1925 with construction of the Tomato Disease Laboratory. Tomato Disease Laboratory: In 1925 a 20-acre tract of county-owned property in Palmetto was made available with the cooperation of the Manatee Board of County Commissioners, with money and equipment supplied by local growers. Primary objective of the laboratory was to formulate a control of nailhead spot of tomato. Later studies emphasized the breeding for resistance to Fusarium wilt and the control of tobacco mosaic on tomatoes. In 1937, with the expansion of the vegetable industry in Manatee County and surrounding areas, the State Legislature author- ized new facilities for the research program. Vegetable Crops Laboratory: In August, 1938, the Manatee County Commissioners donated eighty percent of the purchase price of a 106-acre tract on the east side of Bradenton. This expanded program led to the establishment of the Vegetable Crops Laboratory. Following this relocation, horticultural, entomolog- ical, and soil studies were initiated on tomatoes, peppers, lettuce, sweet corn, and other vegetables. Since the laboratory was located in the gladiolus growing area, the scope was further broadened in 1942 to include disease problems con- fronting gladiolus growers. Gulf Coast Experiment Station: In March, 1951, at a meeting of the State Board of Control, the Vegetable Crops Laboratory was given the status of a branch station and was renamed the Gulf Coast Experiment Station. Investigations were then initiated dealing with chemical weed control, nematodes, and other soil- borne pests. The ornamental phase was broadened to include chrysanthemums and other commercial cut-flowers. In the late 1950's it became apparent that the facilities on the outskirts of Bradenton were no longer adequate for the research program. In 1959 a 200-acre tract was acquired 8 miles east of Bradenton. All of the vegetable experimental field programs were moved to this new location. In 1965, upon completion of the construction of office and laboratory facilities, farm buildings, greenhouses, and a residence, all research programs were conducted on this new land. Agricultural Research & Education Center Bradenton: In 1971 the Gulf Coast Experiment Station was renamed Agricultural Research & Education Center to emphasize the programs of both research and education. Active programs are in progress on production problems associated with vegetables and ornamentals grown on the sandy soils of Florida. AREC-Bradenton has administrative and research supervision over two satellite stations: ARC-Immokalee (formerly the South Florida Field Laboratory) and ARC- Dover (formerly the Strawberry and Vegetable Field Laboratory). The former center specializes in vegetable nutrition and culture, etiology and control of diseases, and pasture research while the latter is the hub of strawberry research in Florida, including breeding, horticultural, and pathological studies. LIST OF FACULTY Agricultural Research & Education Center Bradenton, Florida Waters, Will E., Horticulturist & Center Director, soils, plant nutrition and herbicides. Burgis, D. S., Horticulturist, vegetable variety testing, weed control and growth regulators. Asst. Plant Pathologist, vegetable breeding, genetics of fungus and virus disease resistance. Engelhard, A. W., Assoc. Plant Pathologist, etiology and control of ornamental cut flower diseases. Geraldson, C. M., Soils Chemist, soil nutritional problems and their relationship with cultural methods of vegetables. Asst. Area Economist, development of economic data on ornamental and vegetable production. Jones, J. P., Plant Pathologist, etiology and control of vegetable disease with emphasis on Fusarium wilt. Magie, R. 0., Plant Pathologist, control of gladiolus, flower and corm disease problems chemical, breeding and therapeutic. Marousky, F. J., Research Horticulturist (USDA), post-harvest physiological problems of cut flowers including keeping quality studies. Overman, A. J., Nematologist, etiology and control of nematode problems of ornamentals and vegetables. Schuster, D. J., Asst. Entomologist, insect and mite control of vegetables and ornamental cut flowers. Asst, Ornamental Horticulturist, production, harvesting and marketing problems of all ornamental crops. Wilfret, G. J., Assoc. Geneticist, breeding and development of new varieties of cut-flowers and other ornamental crops. Woltz, S. S., Plant Physiologist, physiological disorders and diseases of vegetables and ornamentals. Agricultural Research Center Immokalee, Florida Everett, P. H., Soils Chemist, (In Charge), soils problems, vegetable variety testing, herbicide testing & nutritional relationship of watermelons, tomatoes and other vegetables. Blazquez, C. H., Assoc. Plant Pathologist, vegetable disease control with emphasis on disease forecasting and fungicide longevity. Agricultural Research Center Dover, Florida Albregts, E. E., Assoc. Soils Chemist, (In Charge), center administration, production, soil, and plant nutrition of strawberries and vegetables. Howard, C. M., Assoc. Plant Pathologist, diseases of strawberries and their control by fumigation and plant breeding. List of AREC-Bradenton, ARC-Dover and ARC-Immokalee Staff Secretarial Staff Undine C. White Hazel W. Smith Mary Lee Huffman Nancy J. Kost Service Staff Swafford E. Inman Charles L. Pratt Harold R. Gillis E. Jesteen Watkins Robert F. Lucas Title Staff Assistant I Secretary III Secretary II Secretary II Maintenance Supervisor Maintenance Mechanic Farm Manager I Agricultural Tech. III Engineering Tech. IV Laboratory Technician Staff Charlotte S. Bell Patricia M. Cox Linda S. Shinneman Laverne C. Barnhill Nancy L. Bumgardner Jenny Hoppes Linda Kicklighter Karen I. Pearce Agricultural Technician Staff Thomas H. Cline David C. Averett Clayton 0. Cook, Jr. Michael J. Hartnett David G. Mapes Russell 0. Owens, Jr. John Pressley, Jr. Keith R. Tonkin Laboratory Laboratory Laboratory Laboratory Laboratory Laboratory Laboratory Laboratory Agriculture Agriculture Agriculture Agriculture Agricultural Agriculture Agriculture Agriculture Technol. I Technol. I Technol. I Tech. II Tech. II Tech. II Tech. II Tech. II Tech. Tech. Tech. Tech. Tech. Tech. Tech. Tech. III II II II II II II I Tractor Driver Staff Willie C. Campbell Jim Doty Labor Staff Feliciano Diaz Carrie Gainey Emma G. Jones Hector G. Ortiz Betty L. Richardson Willie Serreia, Jr. Mary E. Milliams Preston L. Young Motor Veh. Opr. II Motor Veh. Opr. I Laborer Laborer Laborer Laborer Laborer Laborer Laborer Laborer RC-Immokalee Staff 3. Diane Barber Z. S. Burke 4. M. Littlefield 3. M. Driver 3. W. Burgess I. Sutton J. Thornton Title Clerk Typist III Laboratory Tech. I Agricultural Tech. III Agricultural Tech. II Vehicle Oper. I Laborer Laborer ARC-Dover Staff Anne F. Turgeau J. W. Hinton L. J. Smith H. M. Bonner J. J. St. Amant Title Secretary I Laboratory Tech. II Agricultural Tech. III Agricultural Tech. II Laborer UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA THE LAND GRANT INSTITUTION RESPONSIBLE FOR AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH TEACHING AND EXTENSION EC BRADENTON PROGRAM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVEMENT SOILS & PLANT CHEMISTRY PLANT PHYSIOLOGY ARC DOVER PROGRAMS SOILS & PLANT CHEMISTRY PLANT PATHOLOGY HORTICULTURE GENETICS PLANT PATHOLOGY FLORICULTURE HORTICULTURE ENTOMOLOGY NEMATOLOGY ECONOMICS GENETICS ARC IMMOKALEE PROGRAMS SOILS & PLANT CHEMISTRY PESTICIDE MONITORING FORAGE & PASTURES TOMATO EVALUATION PLANT PATHOLOGY AREC-Bradenton Research Projects ECONOMICS :NTOMOLOGY FLA-GC-01505 FLA-GC-01668 GENETICS FLA-GC-01406 FLA-GC-01553 HORTICULTURE FLA-GC-00001 FLA-GC-01069 FLA-GC-01107 FLA-GC-01189 FLA-GC-01555 FLA-GC-01615 FLA-GC-01683 FLA-GC-01698 EMATOLOGY FLA-GC-01662 FLA-GC-01696 LANT PATHOLOGY FLA-GC-01319 FLA-GC-01486 FLA-GC-01477 FLA-GC-01518 FLA-GC-01656 LANT PHYSIOLOGY FLA-GC-01595 FLA-GC-01647 USDA-ARS-71 OILS FLA-GC-01669 FLA-SF-00001 FLA-SF-01167 FLA-SF-01319 FLA-SF-01358 FLA-SF-01406 FLA-SF-01656 FLA-SF-01669 FLA-SF-01675 FLA-SV-00001 FLA-SV-01319 FLA-SV-01486 FLA-SV-01531 FLA-SV-01669 FLA-SV-01698 Biology and Control of Insect Pests of Vegetables Biology and Control of Insects and Related Pests on Ornamental Plants Variety Development, Cultural Practices and Mechanical Harvesting Systems for Fresh Market Tomatoes Genetic Improvement of Ornamental Plants Preliminary Exploratory Vegetables and Cut-Flowers Research Effect of Photoperiod and Temperature on Growth and Flowering of Florist Crops Macro-Element Nutrition of Certain Floricultural Crops Morphology and Biochemical Effects of Growth Regulators on Flowering Plants Weed Control for Ornamental Plants Properties of Natural and Synthetic Media and Resulting Effects on Production of Ornamental Plants Effect of Growth Regulators on Ornamental Plants Weed Control for Commercial Vegetable Production Biology and Control of Nematodes Affecting Ornamental Crops Biology and Control of Nematodes Affecting Vegetable Crops Control of Soil-Borne Pathogens of Vegetables Varietal Improvement of Strawberries (Fragariae x Ananassa) Etiology, Symptomatology and Control of Diseases of Floral Crops Diseases of Ornamental Plants Caused by Soil-Borne Pathogens Evaluating Chemicals Alone and In Combination for Plant Disease Control Physiology of Host and Parasite in Pathogenesis of Horticultural Crops by Fungi and Bacteria Rhizosphere Ecology as Related to Plant Health and Vigor Improving Keeping Quality of Florida Grown Cut Flowers Maximizing Efficiency of Fertilizer and Water Use ARC-Immokalee Research Projects Preliminary Non-Projected Studies Evaluation of Introduced and Native Species for Pasture, Forage and Other Uses Control of Soil Borne Pathogens of Vegetables Pasture Grass and Legume Variety Evaluation under Varied Fertilizer and Management Practices Variety Development, Cultural Practices and Mechanical Harvesting Systems for Fresh Market Tomatoes Evaluating Chemicals Alone and In Combination for Plant Disease Control Maximizing Efficiency of Fertilizer and Water Use Combined Bacterial Spot and Virus Disease Resistances in Peppers ARC-Dover Research Projects Preliminary Plant and Soil Investigations Control of Soil-Borne Pathogens in Vegetables Varietal Improvement ofStrawberries (Fragariae x Ananassa) Diseases of Strawberries Maximizing Efficiency of Fertilizer and Water Use Weed Control for Commercial Vegetable Production FACILITIES OF AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH & EDUCATION CENTER, Bradenton The Research and Education Center, Bradenton has developed excellent new facilities since 1965. Each scientist has available office, laboratory, greenhouse, and field areas as well as field and laboratory technicians to support his research programs. The research facilities consist of 200 acres of sandy soil located at the main center, plus 40 acres near Cortez, Florida, 27 buildings containing 16 offices, library, 9 laboratories, 3 headhouses, 10 greenhouses, 5 storage buildings, 8 walk-in cold rooms, 2 large saran ranges for ornamental plants, maintenance shop, four irrigation wells, a fleet of vehicles and tractors. The list below is a numerical key to the facilities sketched on the front cover of this publication. KEY TO FACILITIES Front Cover State Building Numerical Key Building Name Number 1. Office and Laboratories 7601 2. Ornamental Saran House 7616 3. Chemical Storage 7629 4. Soil Boxes 5. Ornamental-Nematology Greenhouse 7628 6. Ornamental Research Saran House 7626 7. Plant Production House 7625 8. Plant Pathology Greenhouse 7615 9. Entomology-Tomato Genetics Greenhouse 7614 10. Horticulture Greenhouse 7613 11. Ornamental-Genetics Greenhouse 7627 12. Herbicide Greenhouse 7611 13. Tomato-Genetics Greenhouse 7610 14. Pesticide Storage 7609 15. Headhouse, Laboratory, Coldrooms 7624 16. Speedling Greenhouse 7630 17. Storage Shed 18. Well House 19. Equipment Storage 7607 20. Bulb Shed 7621 21. Well House 22. Farm Maintenance 7604 23. Farm Equipment Building 7605 24. Residence 7602 25. Cortez Farm Building (not shown) 7623 26. Soil Sterilization 7631 27. Fumigation Greenhouse 7632 This publication was promulgated at an annual cost of $172.10, or 8.6 cents per copy, to inform interested persons of the research programs at AREC, Bradenton. Contact Us | Permissions | Preferences | Technical Aspects | Statistics | Internal | Privacy Policy © 2004 - 2010 University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries.All rights reserved. Acceptable Use, Copyright, and Disclaimer Statement Last updated October 10, 2010 - - mvs

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Hotel Bonavia Plava Laguna
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A living icon among Rijeka hotels
Bonavia is a hotel with over 140 years long tradition and whether you've come for business or pleasure, you'll love your comfy room, with great Wi Fi and comfortable beds with hard mattresses. Bathrooms are snug, but well kept and spotless. If you can, choose a room with a balcony on the upper floors, as the sea view alone is worth it and you get a nice seating area outside to enjoy the sunsets.
Gym is intimate, with a nice and clean wellness area, saunas and massages.
Breakfasts are good and varied, with fruits, cheese, cold cuts, croissants, and biscuits spread out or served by kind and helpful personnel. Eggs prepared to your liking, of course.
Why stop there - with 3 conference rooms seating up to 130 people, organize your next company meet or team building experience with Bonavia. We'll cover all your technical needs and audio-visual support; make the coffee hot and lunches interesting. Turn your business situation into a pleasurable affair.
Planning a wedding? Bonavia is the venue to choose in Rijeka to celebrate your "happily ever afters".
Then again, maybe you've come here to explore Rijeka and use Bonavia as HQ for your daily excursions all over Istria and Croatia. If so, start your day with a cake and coffee at the beautiful terrace of the hotel's bar Dante.
Free services
- Free Wi-Fi internet access
- Wellness centre: Finnish sauna, Turkish sauna, bio-sauna, treatment rooms, relax zone and fitness studio (free for hotel guests)
Location / General information
- In the very centre of Rijeka
- Number of floors: 7
- 20 metres from the Korzo city promenade
- Bus station 200 metres from the hotel
- 35km from Rijeka Airport
At the hotel
- Air-conditioned hotel
- Two restaurants: Classic and Zimski vrt (Winter Garden)
- Kamov à la carte restaurant
- Aperitif bar
- Dante café bar with summer terrace
- Conference bar
- TV room
- Wi-Fi internet access (free for hotel guests)
- Wellness centre: Finnish sauna, Turkish sauna, bio-sauna, treatment rooms, relax zone and fitness studio (free for hotel guests)
- Library
- Souvenir shop / news stand
- Conference centre with three conference halls: 150 seats
- Moretto meeting room: 10 seats
- Open space for office work
- Check-in: after 2PM
- Check-out: by 11AM
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- Various restaurants, bars and shops
- Secure parking (at extra charge)
- Buffet breakfast from 6 to 10AM
- Lunch from 12 to 3PM
- Dinner from 6 to 9PM
- Selection of delicious meals at the à la carte restaurant "Kamov" form 11AM to 11PM
- Lunch package (book one day earlier)
- Room service (at extra charge)
- 120 rooms including 6 suites and 1 presidential suite
- Air conditioning
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- Wi-Fi internet access (free for hotel guests)
- Safe
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- Park-facing / sea-facing
- Balcony (balcony rooms only)
- Extra bed (upon request, at extra charge)
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- Presidential suite: 85m2
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45 m2 – for up to 30 people
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86.76 m2 - for up to 80 people
- Meeting room Moretto
21m2 - for up to 10 people
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- Business Centre
Wellness centre
- Relaxation zone with chromo therapy and relaxation beds
- Theme showers (contrast showers and bi-thermal showers with aromatherapy)
- Finnish sauna with chromo therapy
- Turkish bath with chromo therapy
- Beauty centre
- Massages and other relaxation treatments
- Treatment rooms
Fitness club
- Gym
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- Pets friendly hotel (additional charge)
- Concierge
- Laundry and ironing service
- Dry cleaning
- Room service
- Business centre
- Doctor on call
- Gift shop
- Postal services
- Safety deposit boxes in each room
- Free of charge high speed internet in all rooms
- Limited number of parking spaces with additional charge
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NORWAY — A community task force dedicated to combating domestic violence met Wednesday to plan a supper and resource fair for next month.
The event is scheduled for 6 to 8 p.m. April 29 at the Second Congregational Church. Planners say it will include representatives from local service providers, a free buffet dinner, and a children's activity area.
Chief Robert Federico of the Norway Police Department said the Oxford County Domestic Violence Task Force was formed as a way to provide a community response to domestic violence. He said it began to branch into other areas related to the problem.
"It has been everything from substance abuse issues to housing issues," Federico said.
The task force was established in 2005 and includes representatives from several different agencies, including the Abused Women's Advocacy Project, Community Concepts, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Rape Education and Crisis Hotline.
The goal of the event will be to let the public know about the services available in the area. Federico said many services are available at no cost; for example, fees are waived for protection from abuse orders. Healthy Oxford Hills has donated a $250 "mini-grant" to purchase food for the dinner.
Jeanie Stone, an intervention coordinator with the Oxford Hills School District, said several resources are available in the schools for domestic abuse and other problems. These include a school resource officer from the Paris Police Department, social workers, drug and alcohol prevention counselors, and representatives from social organizations in the area.
Stone said she works with more than 130 students determined to be at risk of dropping out, and also advises students in the Respect Team. This group aims to make the environment at the schools and community more respectful, and will be visiting the Oxford Elementary School next week to speak about bullying prevention. The team will also hold a wellness day at the Oxford Hills Middle School in Paris later in the year.
Stone said that such services might be compromised by proposed state cuts.
"We are certainly going to have huge deficits there," she said. "It's going to be a huge loss."
Diane Gallagher of the Abused Women's Advocacy Project said there are also plans to start a similar domestic violence task force in the River Valley area.
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All hail the Queen.
All hail the Queen.
Madonna blessed the Met Gala on Monday (May 7) with a theatrical performance of "Like a Prayer" and an icy rendition of "Hallelujah" (the theme of the night was "Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination").
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Related: Beautiful Plan: Madonna Performs New Song At The Met Gala!
The iconic singer traversed down stairs amid ringing church bells, walked through the gathering of A-listers and, according to Vogue, even floated above the crowd. We love a Goddess!
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Removal of Japanese Knotweed in Netherton
Removal of Japanese Knotweed in Netherton
Although not a heavily infested area, removal of Japanese Knotweed in Netherton is still extremely important. This is due to the laws that surround Japanese Knotweed, making it a finable offence to allow this invasive weed to grow in the wild. This weed can damage hard surfaces such as tarmac as it grows. It can also grow through the floors of houses, occasionally even through the foundations.
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Today marks the beginning of our first full day of touring Jerusalem! This morning began early with a visit to the Wailing Wall, which is the only section of the Temple that remained after the destruction of Jerusalem in 70AD. We circled up and the men donned their yarmulke as we walked to our separate sides of the wall. The men and women are separated, so as to reduce distraction during time of prayer. The Wailing Wall is an amazing sight! What a wonderful privilege, to be able to reach out and touch stone that was around when Jesus walked the earth! We all spent some time in private prayer, and also offered up prayers of protection for Israel.
Once we had regrouped, we journeyed underground to visit the Western Wall excavations! This is a tunnel leading under the Moslem section of Jerusalem where the original paving stones and some of the Western Wall, which the Wailing Wall is a part of, can be seen. This is also a place where we can say, "X marks the spot" in Yuval's words, that Jesus would have walked. The section of road that has been uncovered is directly in between the Fortress of Antonia, where He was sentenced, and the house of Caiaphas the High Priest, where he was held and tried by the Jews. Jesus would have had to pass by this way! Yuval also points out a large, unfinished section of wall. He said that the workers had, for some reason, stopped working on this particular rock, and it was the "stone that the builders rejected." Could this be the rock Jesus was referring to in his metaphor? It would certainly make sense! This road was once a main artery in Jerusalem, full of markets and people. The stone would have been noticed, and remembered.
We exited the tunnels for a brief walk through the Moslem quarter towards the Fortress of Antonia. This was where Jesus was brought before Pontius Pilate to be sentenced, and also where the "game of Kings" would have been played on him. This was a game that Roman soldiers played on their prisoners, involving scourging, a crown of thorns and eventually, death. The outline of the game is still visible, etched into the stone. The Fortress of Antonia is also where He would have been publicly whipped. We were actually standing on stones on which Our Lord bled for our sins! It was a very moving experience. After some words and prayer from Pastor Becton and Dr. Wright, we returned to street level for another short walk in the Moslem quarter.
Our final stop in the Moslem quarter was the Pool of Bethsaida and St. Anne's church. The Pool of Bethsaida is where Jesus healed a crippled man on the Sabbath by telling him to take his bedroll and walk. Although much of the pool has been covered over the years, a lot can still be seen in the ruins, including the medicinal pools that the crippled man would have been attempting to enter.  St. Anne's church, a basilica built to honor Mary's mother, is maintained by the White Fathers, the same group that maintains the Pool of Bethsaida. The basilica has marvelous acoustics, and we were able to sing a few songs privately. Our tour group of 39 sounded like a choir of 300! Shortly after we finished our singing, we were treated to listening to a joyful Nigerian group praise our Heavenly Father.
We exited the Moslem Quarter through what is today known as the Lion's Gate, but in ancient times was called the Sheep Gate. There, we were able to give the three IDF soldiers guarding the entrance some of our scarves with Psalm 91 written on them in Hebrew and in English. We had gotten these scarves earlier from a Richmond-based pro-Israel group called Hope for Israel, who makes them in order to give encouragement to the IDF as they are risking their lives to protect Israel.
After we ate a quick lunch at Kibbutz Rachel, which boasts a pretty view of Bethlehem, we drove to the Shrine of the Book. This site houses the Dead Sea scrolls discovered in Qumran, as well as boasting a huge, 1:50 scale model of what the Old City of Jerusalem would have looked like during the time of Christ. This model really helps you to get your bearings when you are thinking about how the city would have looked! Once Yuval explained some of the features of the model to us, we were allowed to have some time to wander through the exhibit for the Dead Sea Scrolls, which we were understandably not allowed to photograph. These scrolls are truly amazing. Before they were discovered, the oldest text we had of the Bible was only from the 1100s. So you can imagine what an affirmation it was when it was discovered that the scrolls, which were almost an entire millennium older, were 99.9% the same!
After leaving the Shrine of the Book, we made a stop at Yad Beshem, which is Jerusalem's Holocaust memorial. Photography was not allowed here, either, due to the sensitive nature of both the items in the museum and the subject matter. This museum is not an easy place to visit. It is heart-wrenching to see the atrocities committed against the Jewish people, and worst of all against the children. Of the six million Jews that were killed during the Holocaust, a little over one million of them were under the age of 17. Some were as young as two or three. Personal belongings of Jews murdered during the Holocaust litter the museum. Shoes, combs, shirts, glasses, and precious heirloom jewelry alike were stripped from the bodies of the gassed, and tagged according to value. Pictures of experiments performed on children line the walls. Video testimonies of Holocaust survivors and resistance fighters play along almost every wall. At the very end of the museum, after you have seen all the tragedy inside, there is one last video playing. It features a group of children singing Hatikva, Israel's national anthem, upon the founding of the state of Israel. With that hopeful, beautiful message in your head and in your heart, you walk out of the museum into a striking view of the thriving city. It is a beautiful reminder that, although the Jews have been horribly oppressed throughout the years, they remain, and their oppressors do not.
After leaving the museum, around 5:00pm Israel time, Pastor Becton made a call back to Virginia and had live prayer for Israel on the Victory Hour. What a wonderful way to close out our day! We should all remember to pray for the peace of Jerusalem, the city that God loves.
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Mardi Himal trekking in the Annapurna region is a short and beautiful trekking tour in Nepal. Want to enjoy the views of the beautiful Annapurna mountain range without the crowds? This off the beaten path trek is less busy compared to other routes in the Annapurna area. On your way to the Mardi Himal Base Camp, you can choose to lodge at traditional tea houses or to camp, whatever you prefer!
The Mardi Himal trek offers breathtaking views of many Annapurna mountains including Mt. Fish Tail (Machhapuchhare), Annapurna South, and other peaks of the Annapurna mountain range. A special thing about this trekking route is the change of landscape: First, you will see tropical areas, with farmland terraces and passes through the magical rhododendron forest. Later, the beautiful trail leads to the Mardi Himal base camp, with stunning glacier valley views on the way.
From the beginning to the end, one can enjoy the dramatic panoramic views of the Mardi Himal and Annapurna mountain range, including brilliant shining sceneries of both, mountains and valleys. As you gradually gain higher altitude, you reach the Mardi Himal base camp, from where a rewarding view of the whole Annapurna mountain range awaits you! Local tea houses or trekking lodges offer you warm meal and a place to rest.
Why Mardi Himal?
You want to trek off the beaten path? This short trekking route follows a rugged trail, dominated by hard rock formations. The Mardi Himal trek is promoted as a newly opened route. However, Nature Trail has been organizing this trip for many years already. Previously, no tea houses were available in this region, wherefore it was only possible to camp while trekking. This has changed throughout the years and now visitors can also chose to sleep in teahouse lodges as well. In addition, this trek is considered as one of the few remaining off the beaten path trekking routes, as very few trekkers explore this route. Mardi Himal trekking offers a classical and exotic setting with such pure and untouched villages, panoramic views on the Himalayas, wildlife, rhododendron forests, beautiful terraces, landscapes and more.
If trekkers have more time, there is the option to extend the route while returning or on the way from/to the Mardi Himal Base Camp. Other areas of the Annapurna region such as Poon Hill, Ghandruk village, Jhinu Dancha or even to Annapurna Base Camp can be added to the route.
Itinerary Outline:
01: Arrival in Kathmandu and getting to know Nature Trail (1350m)
02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing tour
03: Fly to Pokhara, and trek to Australian Camp or Deurali (2060m)
04: Deurali to Forest Camp (2500m) – 6-7 hrs
05: Forest Camp to Low Camp (2970m) – 4 hrs
06: Low Camp to High Camp (3550m) – 4 hrs
07: Day Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500m) – 6-7 hrs
08: High Camp to Sidding (1700m) – 6 hrs
09: Sidding to Lwong (1460m) – 5:30 hrs
10: Lwong to Khoramukh, back to Pokhara – 3 hrs
11: Relaxing or sightseeing in Pokhara
12: Drive Back to Kathmandu by Tourist Coach
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Arrival in Kathmandu and getting to know Nature Trail (1350m)
Kathmandu Valley sightseeing tour
Fly to Pokhara, and trek to Australian Camp or Deurali (2060m)
Walking time: around 3 hours
Note: As option, you may want to take a car or tourist bus to Pokhara instead of a flight. This is not only better for the environment, but also gives you the chance to see more of Nepal's countryside on the ride along beautiful landscapes, people in villages, rivers and more. The journey takes around 7-8 hours, and is best to combine with an afternoon and overnight stay in beautiful Pokhara. You can start your trekking trip next day.
Deurali to Forest Camp (2500m)
Walking time: 6-7 hours
Forest Camp to Low Camp (2970m)
Walking time: 4 hours
Low Camp to High Camp (3550m)
Walking time: 4 hours
Day Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500m)
At the end of the trek you will enjoy great views on Mardi Himal, Annapurna I and other mountains of the Annapurna region. Then, we'll walk back to the High Camp.
Walking time: 6-7 hours
High Camp to Sidding (1700m)
Walking time: 6 hours
Sidding to Lwong (1460m)
Walking time: 5:30 hours
Lwong to Khoramukh, and back to Pokhara
Relaxing or sightseeing in Pokhara
Options are also to enjoy a spiritual and/or wellness treat. For the adventurous, Pokhara is a great place for paragliding, ultralight flights or helicopter tours.
Drive Back to Kathmandu by Tourist Coach
Mardi Himal trekking is a newly opened off the beaten path trekking route, located in the Annapurna region. Till this date it is one of the least visited, short and easy trails in this region. Starting from Kande after a short drive from Pokhara, the trail becomes more adventurous with a steep ridge at some point. While walking on this route, trekkers can enjoy the stunning snow capped mountain ranges which include Mardi Himal, Annapurna South, Machhapuchre (Fishtail) and Hiunchuli, the mesmerizing rhododendron forest, with varieties of orchids, flora and fauna, rivers, birds and local livelihood.
Noteworthy, this less touristy trail is very interesting due to the wide variety of landscape you get from not returning back to the same starting point. This means more chance to explore in less time! Mardi Himal is therefore more suitable when you're on a tight schedule.
Prefer sunrise or sunset?
It doesn't matter! You will love both at the end of this trip, as you'll see spectacular sunrise and sunset views every morning and evening from the Forest Camp, Low Camp and High Camp. The best time for trekking is March and April. You will be surprised with the mesmerizing beauty of the colorful forest decorated by the blooming rhododendron, one of Nepal's national icons. Another suitable time is October and November, then you can enjoy the excellent views of the snow capped mountain range. In case of good weather conditions, the trail is possible anytime of the year. You will be walking up to 4500m at the Mardi Himal Base Camp, where after we descent back to the High Camp where we spend a night and continue to descent from there, walking in the shades of forest and along the river flow.
There is no doubt that you will enjoy the interesting walk in the lovely farm field, bridge and steep ridge with the welcoming smiling face, mostly of Gurung and Thakali in the classical countryside.
Looking for a more natural experience?
In early days Nature Trail used to organize this trip only with camping. When Mardi Himal officially opened in 2012, simple but nice tea houses were built, so that it is not necessary to camp anymore. However, we still offer the camping experience to our adventurous customers. You may book your trek with us early advance so that we can provide our experienced trekking guide and his support in order to have most enjoyable experience in the mountain.
Package details:
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The above cost is based on Minimum 2 Pax, on Sharing Basis.
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Díadae Saga: Official
The Cast
ALL THE NEWS THAT'S FIT TO... be boring.
Seriously, guys... it's just site news. Let's have no complaining that it didn't shock your socks off.
Update, 11/10/2013: Third Book
A lot of small nudges to reflect the upcoming Diadae #3 - finally finished and on its way to being published! Also, watch for my NaNoWriMo entry that will eventually be my fifth book. ~D.
Update, 6
/2013: Accelerati!
This is not quite so much site news, just news. Two things: first of all and most importantly, I have a new book! It's not Diadae #3, but it's still good anyway (IMHO).
is available in the Kindle store
, and soon in other places! Second bit of news is that I am now doing a podcast about anything and everything, aptly titled "ADHDcast". If you haven't checked out dBlog yet, I've been posting new episodes every Monday. Those blog posts are also available on my
WordPress mirror
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. The internets are for fun. ~D.
Update, 5
/2013: Nudging
Nudging this here, that there. Added more songs to Radio Diadae and tweaked some links, and threw some new ones in there, as well. By the way, I took the "thumbnails" out of the Links section because it just seems to make the page feel a LOT longer. Anybody miss them? Anybody who didn't see it before the change think they want to see it? Drop me an E if so. ~D.
Update, 3
/2013: Easter
No, I didn't create Easter. Minor tweaks, added a Follow button for el Twitter (I'm more entertaining there) and did minor Spring cleaning. Also added the Wikplayer music java-applet-thing at the top; it's really RAD, like Legend of Zelda for your Nintendo Entertainment System (your parents help you hook it up). If my tunes continue to function properly I think we'll keep it! By the way, did you read my blog post about fanfiction? Dude, you totally should. Because... it's awesome, bro. That is all. ~D.
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Added a few links, blog entry... yep. Just trying to keep things from getting stale around here. ~D.
Update, 12/7/2011: Beautification
Edited the cast page; most of the important characters of books 1 & 2 are up now. In addition to that, I finally threw up a less-hideous banner for the top and that Wibiya toolbar at the bottom (which I consider to be in beta testing; we'll see if I like it or if it bugs me). Now back to drinking bitter tea. ~D.
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After 4 months in "Early Access" Vindictive Drive is finally available on STEAM today! Here's developer quote about the final update:
This update extends the game to ten chapters, completing the story and I also had in mind the critics and reviews of the Early Access version to make the game more balanced and enjoyable.
This version also adds a good bunch of weapons and tools, and also gives the player the choice of acquiring one of the two helper robots that will guide the gameplay mechanics into either stealth or action shooter scenarios depending on which they like the most, and a secret hidden character they can unlock near the end.
This is a story driven thriller game with dark themes and a very sour, suicidal main character who has nothing to lose and it's obviously not an average heroine, in a stealth/action game;not the easiest story or the easiest game to make, but I'm very grateful with the players, they literally helped me build this game, one of them even became involved in the project as a tester/proofreader.
I am also grateful with those who will play it after this release, it took quite a lot of work and time to make, and I hope people enjoy it as much as I do.
Vindictive Drive is a Thriller/Action game with cyberpunk elements and Real Time Action/Stealth mechanics following Arris Fern, a young woman in her cold blooded revenge against her father, the president of the most powerful nation, for the assassination of her mother 12 years ago.
Completely consumed by hatred and resentment, Arris will use the most cruel methods at her disposal to achieve her goal.
- Vindictive Drive's "battle system" rely on outsmarting security systems, avoiding cameras, and fooling your enemies using your computer and jamming devices, leaving the pistol as last resort.
- Stealth is an important part of the game, you will be able to disable alarms and create distractions.
- Story rich scenarios and suspense.
- Talkative and friendly NPCs.
- A lot of illustrations and animations made frame per frame.
- Arris' very sour behavior.
- Multiple endings.
STEAM store page (Early Access started on January 12'th, final release on May 15'th):


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So, in February I FINALLY made my way to Hawaii. But I couldn't have done it without the help of Hawaiian Airlines. I flew Hawaiian from L.A to Honolulu and I also took advantage of their inter-island service from Oahu to Maui.
Not only do they provide a comfortable, convenient and authentically Hawaiian service, but they are also doing some wonderfully innovative things with their Boeing 717s & recycled seat fabric ( think flight deck meets fashion) . But before we get to that, let me tell you a bit more about their neighbour island service.
Neighbour Island Service
Essentially Hawaiian Airlines have made life a hell of a lot easier for regular visitors to Hawaii and local residents. If you plan on flying between islands regularly for business or pleasure then this service is for you.
Basically Hawaiian Airlines rewards loyalty. You pick a plan and the flights included in that plan will stay at a cheaper fare no matter what time of the year you book them. MEANING, you pay less for travelling more.
The Hawaiian Airlines neighbour island service has 4 different plans, specially designed to suit their passengers. You can see which one best suits you here. Of course, nothing comes without terms and conditions, there are a few rules which you can read all about here.
Moral of the story, you can pay as little as $499 (US) for 4 return flights to your favourite island. That's 8 flights, for $499. I think that's a pretty good deal!
Boeing 717 Facelift
Just over a year ago, in March 2015, Hawaiian Airlines announced that they would be replacing the interiors of their Boeing 717 fleet with new lightweight seats and so much more.
Previously, their fleet had 5 different on board configurations. Now all Boeing 717s in the Hawaiian fleet have a streamlined interior that represents their brand beautifully.
You can see they chose the colours to match the authentic Hawaiian spirit; earth tones are a nod to the volcanic nature of the islands, the aqua colour of the seats match the ocean visible from any window seat and the small touches of fuchsia and sky blue give the cabin a sophisticated island-paradise vibe. Not to mention the new galley curtains and carpets.
But it's not just pretty! It's practical too. The new lightweight seats are specially engineered to ensure as much personal space as possible without compromising on legroom. For the fancy few, don't worry, first class also got a revamp, including new seat covers and leather arm caps.
And just in case you were wondering, I can tell you first hand that I have personally flown on one of these newly kitted out planes and it was incredibly comfortable and distinctly Hawaiian. If you're interested in hearing more about the Hawaiian Airlines Boeing 717 facelift then click here.
The Flight of Fashion
Naturally, redoing the cabin of all those Boeing 717s left Hawaiian Airlines with an awful lot of spare materials. So, what did they do with them? They gave them to young promising artists of course! The project was called "Cabin Couture". Catchy, right?
Seven designers were asked to create wearable fashion and accessories from 19 First Class and 23 Main Cabin seats and headrests. No easy task! I love this idea as I myself was involved in a fashion project MANY years ago where we had to create clothing from recycled object. Funnily enough, mine didn't turn out quite as cool as these ones.
The designers' inspiration ranged from vintage flight attendants to shapes within the seats themselves. The artists' recycled cabin creations were displayed at HONOLULU Fashion Week in November 2015 to great acclaim. Personally, I'm a little bit in love with the above design. That coat looks perfect for Winter and the Hawaiian Airlines logo is so pretty as a little belt buckle.
For more information on this project and to see behind the scenes photos from the fashion show click here.
Final Thoughts
Having flown with Hawaiian Airlines three times now, I can genuinely say that they have been the best airline I've flown with in the US (and I have tried quite a few). The complimentary snacks and beverages on board are Hawaiian in nature and of a high quality. The staff are always smiling and their in-flight safety video is one of the most fun ones I've seen in a long time. Plus, the views you get from the window seat are beyond compare. So if you ever make it to Hawaii, let Hawaiian Airlines take you there. Oh and don't worry, I'll be posting all about the rest of my Hawaiian adventures soon!
Have you ever flown Hawaiian Airlines? What did you think?
**Hawaiian Airlines provided me with complimentary flights. However, the opinions in this post are, as always, my own.


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Glendora, CA, patients ask, "What are Dental Veneers?"
Teeth that are crooked, misshaped, broken, discolored, or worn down can hurt your self-esteem and keep you from smiling as often as you'd like. However, patients of Dr. Brianne Luu of Gentle Care Dentistry are finding ways to improve the appearance of their smiles through cosmetic dentistry.
One cosmetic dentistry option that is working well for many of Dr. Luu's patients is dental veneers. Veneers are a thin shell, created for each individual patient out of either composite resin or porcelain. The shell is bonded to the front of the teeth to cover cosmetic imperfections such as an undesirable shape, discoloration, or misalignment.
Applying veneers typically takes several trips to Dr. Luu over the course of several weeks. However, when the process is complete, patients can be proud of their straighter, whiter, more beautiful and natural-looking smile.
Veneers have several advantages. First, they don't require extensive reduction of the teeth like other dental procedures do. Therefore, this option results in stronger and more natural looking results for patients who only need to make slight adjustments to their teeth. Additionally, because the veneers are created uniquely for each patient, the shade of the veneers can be an exact match to your natural teeth. If you want a whiter smile, you can boost the shade. Finally, veneers are strong and function just like your natural teeth.
When considering dental veneers, patients can choose between two choices of material – composite resin or porcelain. The resin veneers are thinner than the porcelain veneers. However, porcelain veneers are typically not as likely to be discolored as resin. The porcelain veneers reflect light just like natural teeth and they are tolerated better by gums.
With the right oral hygiene practices like brushing, flossing, and avoiding bad habits, veneers can last for more than 10 years. Patients should take care to avoid biting or chewing on hard objects such as ice or pens as the veneers can chip or break. If you believe that it's time to improve the appearance of your smile, call Dr. Brianne Luu of Gentle Care Dentistry in Glendora, CA, to schedule a consultation.


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Many people don't know that expiry date and best before date are not the same. In fact, many people use them interchangeably thinking that they mean the same thing. Well, let me use this medium to inform you that expiry date and best before date are two different terminologies meaning different things and serving different purposes.
In this article, I will explain what each date marking found on food packages means and also introduce to you, the concepts of "use by" date and "durable life date". I will however lay more emphasis on the expiry date and best before dates because they are the most commonly used on food packages.
Definition of Terms (Date Markings on Food Packs)
Expiry Date: It is added to a food package to tell consumers the last day a product is safe to consume. You should never consume food after the expiry date.
Best Before Date: This is the date the manufacturer deems the product reaches peak freshness. The date does not indicate spoilage, nor does it necessarily tells you that the food is no longer safe for consumption.
Sell by: This is specifically added for sellers of the products. Most sell-by dates are found on perishables like meat, seafood and milk. The date is a guide for stores to know how long they can display a particular product. After this date, they MUST not sell it.
So, what are the important differences between EXPIRY DATE and BEST BEFORE DATE? Each difference is explained in four pages – navigate through the pages by clicking on pages 2 to 5 below. By the time you are done reading this, you would find out that it is not every food that expires and not every food you should throw away after some dates.


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The Committee on University Publications University of Florida Gainesville, Florida [756] TABLE OF CONTENTS Faculty ............... ....................................................................... .................... ... 758 General Statem ent .......................................................... .................................... .. 759 Degrees ................. ........................................................................... .............. .. 759 Credits ............................................................................................. ....................... 760 Courses .. .... ................................ ............. ................ .......... ..................... 760 Private Lessons .................. .......................... ....... ......................... .................. 760 University Band ..................... .. ......................................................................... 763 U university Orchestra ......................................... ................................................ 761 University Glee Club .... ............................................................... .................... 761 State Radio Station .............- ........ ...... .....-.....-.-....-..- ...........-- ..-........... ..- 761 Anderson M em orial Organ ....................................................... ............. .......... 761 FACULTY RICHARD DEW ITT BROWN ---------.... .................... ........ .........---------.............. Director Bachelor of Music, Grove City College of Music, Grove City, Pennsyl- vania; studies under Charles B. Galbreath, Dr. Herman Toehlman, George Stevenson, and Gustav Mehner; Conductor of University Band and Orchestra. JOHN WILLIAM DEBRUYN .............. ............ ............... Assistant Professor Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts, Universihy of Michigan, Ann Arbor; courses in voice under Nora Hunt and William Howland, Ann Arbor School of Music; voice studies under Elvin Singer, Detroit, Charles White, New England Conservatory of Music, and Edwin Gorham, Boston; church singer and choir director in Boston. CLAUDE LEONIDAS MURPHREE ..................... ........ ..........------- Organist Bachelor of Arts, University of Florida; piano studies under Emile Levy, Birmingham, Beryl Rubinstein, Cleveland, and Alice Camp, Louisville Conservatory; studies in organ under Edwin Arthur Kraft, Cleveland, Arthur Snow, Boston, Marcel Dupr6, Paris; studies in harmony and theory under Mathilde Bilbro. [758] DIVISION OF MUSIC GENERAL STATEMENT The art of music at the University of Florida is expressed through the Division of Music, which is responsible directly to the President of the Uni- versity. The aim of the Division of Music is to provide the members of the student body with access to music in its recreational, cultural, and vocational aspects. At the present time the function of the Division is occupied largely with the recreational phase of music. The faculty of the Division, believing that music is a factor in cultural life, and that the best of repertoire, ideally, must be sought for practice and performance, attempts the purposeful teaching of the beautiful in music in order that a love of the art may be inculcated in students, who, in the years after graduation, may find a source of happiness in musical expression. Opportunities for recreation through music are of- fered students by means of membership in the University Band, the Orchestra, and the Glee Club. The Division of Music considers with satisfaction the relatively large ag- gregate of men who, imbued with some native capacity for and love of the art of music, have departed from the campus and shared their training in music with the communities in which they serve in church choirs, h!gh school musical organizations, and community ensembles. Carefully tested statistics seem to indicate that since the Great War the most notable advance in music in this country has been made in the public schools. Opportunities for leadership in this aspect of education are promised competent men, and in Florida there are likely to be increased demands for trained directors. DEGREES The resources and curricula of the University do not allow opportunity for any extended study of music in its vocational phases, and no degrees are of- fered. However, other degrees giving an adequate background are attainable by students who contemplate entering music as a vocation. Lines in the field of music are tightening, as in o:her professions; for much success in the prac- tice of music in future years, backgrounds of extensive preparation are likely to be necessary. Tradition has built up an acknowledgment that the degrees of Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science signify a broad cultural and scientific training. In order to secure this background, many students elect to secure a cultural degree in addition to a specialized degree in music. Although, as has been stated, professional degrees are not offered in the Division of Music, there are available many courses which, in addition to pro- viding cultural background, furnish credits which will probably admit the student to advanced standing in institutions offering degrees in his specialized field. Thus, the intending musician in the field of instruments or voice may find courses in languages, literature, esthetics, speech, mathematics, dramatics, history, physiology, philosophy, physical education, and psychology, and a few [759] BULLETIN OF THE DIVISION OF MUSIC courses which will give him either knowledge essential in his life's vocation or else credit units acceptable in certain institutions offering the various de- grees in music. The prospective teacher of music may secure training in the essentials in the distinct branch of education or pedagogy. CREDITS IN MUSIC Credits in music are allowed students who are registered in the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Education, and, under certain conditions, the College of Engineering. These credits may not exceed two in number. COURSES The following courses are offered during the regular session, 1931-1932: Music 101-102 (a)-Orchestral Music. One credit. Mr. Brown. Problems of orchestra ensemble, technic, and appreciation. Membership in the University Orchestra is prerequisite. Attendance is required at rehearsals held on the stage of the Auditorium Monday and Thursday nights at seven o'clock, and at the University Convocation, held each Thursday at 11:00 A.M. Music 101-102 (b)-Voice. Five o'clock, Tuesday, Auditorium Studio. One credit. Mr. DeBruyn. During the first semester sight reading is stressed. The movable do system is used. In the second semester the work deals with the history and appreciation of music, with special emphasis laid upon the development of choral singing. During the summer session several courses are offered in materials and methods, glee club, and the theory of voice building. Private lessons in voice are also available. PRIVATE LESSONS Private lessons in their respective specialties are offered by the members of the faculty of the Division of Music. These lessons are arranged as follows: 1. Orchestral and band instruments. Mr. Brown 2. Piano, organ, harmony, and counterpoint. Mr. Murphree 3. Voice, including radio broadcasting. Mr. DeBruyn Lesson periods are arranged at the convenience of the instructor and pupil. Instructors may be consulted concerning lesson periods and rates. UNIVERSITY BAND The Band is the oldest of the musical organizations of the University of Florida. Membership is recruited from the student body. A certain degree of technical skill is required for membership, which is selective. The Band plays at University functions and at major athletic contests held within the state and usually at one or more of the out-of-State contests. Members of the University R.O.T.C., the military organization, who are able to demonstrate acceptable proficiency are allowed to become members of the Band, and, in part, to work for credit in such capacity. The Band plays at the weekly dress parades. There is also a drum and bugle corps connected directly with the military organization. BULLETIN OF THE DIVISION OF MUSIC UNIVERSITY ORCHESTRA The Universi'y of Florida orchestra is an organization composed of students and others proficient in instrumental playing. The Orchestra plays at the weekly convocation. This organization is available to the communities of Florida for appearances in concert. UNIVERSITY GLEE CLUB The University of Florida Glee Club is composed of men enrolled in the university who are interested in choral singing. The Glee Club makes several trips through the state, particularly during the second semester. This year the freshmen in the club have been organized into a freshman glee club, as a section of the larger organization. Members of the Glee Club are heard regularly each week over the radio in a broadcast period known as the Uni- versity Hour. RADIO STATION The State Radio Station, WRUF, is located on the campus of the Uni- versity. The station always welcomes capable talent, and holds auditions weekly. Through the facilities of WRUF, which reaches a large area of the United States, student musicians find a channel for performance which has few superiors in this country. Since radio broadcasting is likely to undergo considerable development in future years, the technic developed at the local station may later be of great benefit to the student intending music as a pro- fession. Details regarding radio broadcasting may be secured by writing to Major Garland Powell, Director of WRUF. ANDERSON MEMORIAL ORGAN The Andrew Anderson Memorial Organ was installed in the University Auditorium in the spring of 1925, being first used at the commencement exercises of that year. It was the gift of the late Dr. Andrew Anderson, of St. Augustine, Florida. This instrument, one of the largest and finest in the South, was built by the Skinner Company, of Boston, Massachusetts. It contains 4,101 pipes, distributed among 75 stops, not including the harp and chimes. There are four manuals at the console, with the Echo (of five stops) playable from the top keyboard. Since the installation of the State Radio Station, in 1928, the organ has been heard daily in broadcast programs. The University Organist, Claude L. Murphree, gives recitals on alternate Sunday afternoons during the winter semesters and on each Sunday afternoon during the summer session. Fre- quently guest artis's, instrumentalists, and vocalists appear on these programs. Contact Us | Permissions | Preferences | Technical Aspects | Statistics | Internal | Privacy Policy © 2004 - 2010 University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries.All rights reserved. Acceptable Use, Copyright, and Disclaimer Statement Last updated October 10, 2010 - - mvs


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UPDATED: Mon., Dec. 30, 2019
Washington State extends volleyball coach Jen Greeny through June 2025
Washington State volleyball coach Jen Greeny has agreed to a contract extension, director of athletics Pat Chun announced Monday. The agreement will run through June of 2025.
UPDATED: Sat., Dec. 21, 2019
Kathryn Plummer leads Stanford to second straight NCAA title
Kathryn Plummer finished off her Cardinal career Saturday night, hammering 22 kills to lead Stanford past Wisconsin, 25-16, 25-17, 25-20 in the NCAA women's championship match
UPDATED: Thu., Dec. 19, 2019
WSU volleyball standout Magda Jehlářová named AVCA National Freshman of the Year
The Washington State University standout was named the American Volleyball Coaches Association's National Freshman of the Year – the first Cougar to earn a national freshman of the year award …
UPDATED: Fri., Dec. 13, 2019
Area roundup
Sophomore guard Nate Pryor scored a game-high 32 points as host North Idaho defeated South Puget Sound 111-82 Friday night in the North Idaho College Crossover in Coeur d'Alene.
Fri., Dec. 6, 2019
NCAA Volleyball Tournament: San Diego eliminates Washington State; Washington advances
Washington State was unable to seize control of its match against San Diego and was eliminated in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday in Honolulu
Sat., Nov. 30, 2019
WSU volleyball beats UW to wrap up regular season
Magda Jehlarova notched 12 kills and 10 blocks, and Washington State outlasted Washington in five sets Saturday in Seattle in the regular-season finale.
Fri., Nov. 22, 2019
College volleyball: CC Spokane advanced at NCAW Championships
CCS plays Lane at 1:30 p.m. Saturday. The winner would have to lose twice Sunday for any other team to win the title.
Thu., Nov. 21, 2019
College volleyball: No. 22 Washington State falls at Arizona State
Washington State got off to a slow start it was unable to overcome in a 25-23, 25-20, 19-25, 25-21 loss to Arizona State in a Pac-12 Conference women's volleyball match …
UPDATED: Wed., Nov. 13, 2019
College volleyball: Late decision was a wise one for Whitworth's Emiko Kahler
Seems like it worked out fine, considering Kahler has become one of the most decorated players in program history. She has led the Pirates back to the Division III National …
UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 7, 2019
College volleyball: No. 24 Washington State rallies past Oregon State
Alexcis Lusby and Jocelyn Urias tallied 15 and 10 kills, respectively, and No. 24 Washington State overcame a first-set letdown to defeat Oregon State 18-25, 25-20, 25-15, 25-16 in a …
UPDATED: Fri., Oct. 4, 2019
NIC ends Community Colleges of Spokane women's volleyball win streak at 62
For the first time since the 2017 NWAC Tournament, Community Colleges of Spokane's women's volleyball team lost a match. Visiting North Idaho College outlasted the Sasquatch 23-25, 25-20, 22-25, 25-20, …
UPDATED: Wed., Sept. 25, 2019
Washington State volleyball rallies to defeat No. 8 Washington
Hannah Pukis notched 41 assists and 10 digs, and Washington State rallied to defeat eighth-ranked Washington 22-25, 25-22, 25-20, 25-20 Wednesday in the Pac-12 opener at Bohler Gym.
UPDATED: Tue., Sept. 24, 2019
Washington State goes extra thousands of miles to fortify volleyball roster
Coming off the best season in terms of wins and advancement in the NCAA Tournament in coach Jen Greeny's eight-year tenure, Washington State volleyball needed reinforcements. Lots of them. So …
UPDATED: Tue., Sept. 10, 2019
Community Colleges of Spokane volleyball wins big on, off court during Arizona road trip
As its past 52 opponents have found out, it's tough to beat the Community Colleges of Spokane volleyball team. Some of the reasons why were evident on the Sasquatch's recent …
UPDATED: Sat., Aug. 31, 2019
Area roundup: WSU volleyball splits two matches at James Madison Invitational
Pia Timmer notched 16 kills and eight digs, and Washington State beat Stony Brook 25-12, 25-15, 25-21 Saturday at the season-opening James Madison Invitational.
UPDATED: Fri., Aug. 30, 2019
Area roundup: Morgan Weaver scores twice to lead No. 23 Washington State to women's soccer win
Morgan Weaver scored twice in the first 12 minutes and No. 23 Washington State soccer routed Montana 6-0 on Friday night at the Lower Soccer Field in Pullman.
UPDATED: Thu., Aug. 29, 2019
College volleyball: Youthful rosters at Washington State, Idaho after strong 2018 seasons
The youth movement is on for the four area Division I volleyball programs, particularly on the Palouse.
UPDATED: Fri., Dec. 7, 2018
College volleyball: Top-seeded Stanford eliminates Washington State in NCAA Tournament regional
Kathryn Plummer tallied 24 kills and 12 digs, Jenna Gray added 52 assists, and No. 1 seed Stanford beat Washington State 25-17, 24-26, 25-14, 25-19 Friday in an NCAA Tournament …
UPDATED: Sat., Dec. 1, 2018
College volleyball: Washington State holds off Tennessee, advances to NCAA regional against Stanford
As it did against Colorado State in the NCAA first round on Friday, Tennessee dropped the opening two sets against Washington State in the second round Saturday.
UPDATED: Fri., Nov. 30, 2018
College volleyball: Washington State tops 'scrappy' Northern Arizona team in NCAA Tournament opener
Washington State advanced to the second round of the NCAA volleyball tournament against Tennessee with a four-game win against a smaller but defensively tough Northern Arizona Friday in Bohler Gym …
UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 29, 2018
Experienced Washington State volleyball team primed to make run in NCAA Tournament
Washington State earned a No. 16 seed in the 64-team tournament and the right to host for the first time since 2001, both likely clinched by Saturday's Apple Cup victory …
UPDATED: Sat., Nov. 24, 2018
College volleyball: No. 20 Washington State outlasts 19th-ranked Washington to complete Pac-12 Conference season
Taylor Mims and McKenna Woodford combined for 37 kills Saturday and 20th-ranked Washington State (21-9, 12-8) completed its Pac-12 Conference season with a 25-14, 16-25, 25-21, 18-25, 15-10 win over …
UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 22, 2018
Idaho volleyball sweeps Montana to open Big Sky tournament
Sarah Sharpe had 12 kills as second-seeded Idaho swept Montana 25-19, 25-20, 25-22 in the quarterfinals of the Big Sky Conference tournament on Thursday.
UPDATED: Sat., Nov. 17, 2018
Area roundup: Community Colleges of Spokane needs one win for perfect volleyball season
Community Colleges of Spokane is one win away from a 40-0 volleyball season.
Wed., Nov. 14, 2018
Unbeaten Community Colleges of Spokane enjoys journey on, off volleyball court
Community Colleges of Spokane volleyball coach Jenni Hull walked into Tuesday's practice and said softly in tone but loudly in spirit: "It's a great day to be a Sasquatch."
UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 1, 2018
Area volleyball: Female coaches leading area college volleyball programs for first time in 37 years
It's been a banner year for area volleyball, with Washington State in the top 20, Idaho and Whitworth chasing titles in their respective conferences and Community Colleges of Spokane closing …
Fri., Oct. 26, 2018
McKenna Woodford, Penny Tusa lead No. 19 Washington State volleyball past Buffaloes
McKenna Woodford totaled a match-high 22 kills and Penny Tusa added 19 kills and 13 digs to power the 19th-ranked Washington State Cougars to a 26-24, 25-22, 23-25, 25-22 victory …
Wed., Oct. 24, 2018
College volleyball: No. 19 Washington State sweeps Utah on the road
McKenna Woodford tallied a match-high 17 kills to go with five blocks and Penny Tusa added 15 kills to propel the 19th-ranked Washington State Cougars to a 25-23, 25-18, 25-21 …
UPDATED: Fri., Oct. 19, 2018
Cougars' women's volleyball outlasts USC in five sets
Jocelyn Urias' kill was the fifth-set match-winner as the No. 23 Washington State women's volleyball team outlasted 14th-ranked USC, 25-16, 21-25, 25-23, 23-25, 18-16, Friday night at Bohler Gym.
UPDATED: Wed., Oct. 17, 2018
Area volleyball notebook: WSU volleyball hoping for ESPN GameDay boost for its matches this weekend
Whenever Washington State has a corresponding home football and volleyball weekend, it assists the volleyball program. Add ESPN GameDay's first visit to Pullman for Saturday's WSU-Oregon showdown, and the smile …


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After three changes of leadership in an exciting Vilnius-Derby, the Iron Wolf win 5:3 over the Hockey Punks.
There were no friendships in the first meeting in the "Vilnius Derby". From the start, both teams did not give away and fought for every inch of ice. In an exciting derby, the Iron Wolfs went through in the middle of the first third by a goal by Edvinas Boroška – after pass from Cetvertakas – 1:0 lead (11.). The punks immediately pressed for compensation, which in this section no longer fell and it went into the first break. After re-starting, the punks got better in this game. With a double whammy, the punks made this game for the time being: Laisvydas Rimkus equalizes to 1:1 (27.) and a few minutes later E. Rybakovas scored to 2:1 – the first lead for the punks (30).
The "Iron Wolf" urged immediately to equalize. This succeeded Dmitry Rabchuk, who used the feed of Misuik to 2:2 (35.). However, just 25 seconds later, the renewed leadership for the punks – newcomer Laisvydas Kudrevičius succeeds the hit to 3:2 (36.).
In the final section, both teams went on high pace with the better chance utilization for the iron Wolf. Within two minutes, the game was turned again – Rabčukas equalized to 3:3 (44.), and D. Bisturys brings the host even with 4:3 in front (45.).
Later in the game, the hockey punks were the game-determining team, but could not take advantage of the opportunities offered. Shortly before the end, the punks took their goalie from the ice to make up for the balance. But Iron Wolf was in a very good position on the defensive and Chetvertak made use of a mistake by the punks and scored 5:3 in the 60th minute with short shots seconds before the end. Thus, the Iron Wolf go in the first Vilnius Derby of the season as the winner of the ice.
Vilnius Iron Wolf vs. Vilnius Hockey Punks 5:3 (1:0, 2:2, 2:1)
Opportunity for revenge for the Hockey Punks on September 27, in the Vilnius Entertainment Arena, start of the game is at 20.15.
Two days earlier, on September 25th, the second meeting between Kaunas Hockey and Elektrenai, in the Kaunas Ice Arena, will begin at 8:00 pm.


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VIOLENCE: Brain imaging and psychological
study of violence and mental illness
Increasingly, violent attacks by people with mental illness
are hitting the headlines, leading to the misconception
that mental illness and violence go hand in hand. In fact,
very few people with mental illness go on to commit violent
crime, but it is a problem that is poorly understood. In
order to find out more about why attacks occur, research
is now considering whether there is a biological basis of
violence in mental disorder.
Preliminary results from brain scanning in the Centre revealed
structural differences in the brains of violent offenders
with mental disorders. Research is now extending to look
at brain activity and psychological characteristics of people
with a history of violence, some of whom have come from
Broadmoor special hospital. In the long-term, research like
this could lead to better ways of assessing the risk from
people with mental disorders who have been violent before.


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Hong Kong is a captivating city that offers many attractions for the visitor. There are a number of vantage points in the city from where you can enjoy spectacular panoramic views, as listed below.
The lofty Victoria Peak is recognized as the point with the highest elevation on the entirety of Hong Kong Island. This peak is a popular tourist attraction with many visitors congregating on the site. From this location you will be able to enjoy sensational views over the bustling city. You will also be able to enjoy the lush greenery of the local woods and the walking paths that offer more spectacular views. Visitors may reach the Peak by the popular Peak Tram; the tramway will take you to the distinctively shaped Peak Tower. Adjoining this tower is the Peak Galleria, which has a popular viewing platform from where you can enjoy the view.
There is no doubt that Hong Kong boasts one of the world's finest skylines, and this appealing promenade is an excellent place to obtain a splendid view of it. This promenade is a captivating enough location in which to walk around in the daytime, but it is particularly attractive in the late evening when a sensational sound-and-light presentation, the Symphony of Lights, is staged. This spectacular show involves no less than 44 striking buildings that can be seen on the city skyline. An attractive bar located at the promenade, the Deck 'n Beer, offers a great spot to enjoy a relaxed drink by the waterside.
There is nothing quite like a night cruise on the picturesque Victoria Harbour to capture the imagination of the visitor. You will have the opportunity to sail around the harbour in a traditional Chinese 'junk' vessel whilst admiring the illuminated skyscrapers of the city. The sight of the breathtaking reflections of the city's many neon illuminations on the shimmering waters is sure to be an image that will linger in the memory. Visitors can enjoy drinks whilst the boat sails serenely on the waters of the harbour. In order to experience the many views described here, an excellent choice of accommodation would be a Wan Chai hotel Hong Kong offers like the Cosmopolitan Hotel Hong Kong. This appealing accommodation offers comfortable rooms and many modern amenities.
Taking a ride on the Star Ferry is a one of a kind experience that all visitors will enjoy. The best option would be to board the ferry from Kowloon and to disembark at Central. At all hours of the day this scenic ride will provide views of the impressive skyscrapers and the verdant forested hills beyond. You can also take advantage of the enjoyable Harbour Tour which is a longer ride on the same kind of ferry. These reasonably priced and well-organized ferry rides are an excellent and affordable way to enjoy the remarkable views on offer.
This trendy and stylish bar is a great place to enjoy a drink whilst experiencing the sensational views on offer. The dim lighting and dark furniture perfectly complement the panoramic views of the city skyline that you can enjoy from the bar. The huge windows are ideal for this purpose and the tables near them naturally offer the best views. On weekends a talented DJ plays lounge jazz and hip-hop here, creating an appealing musical backdrop.