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- 11 Worst Excuses in NFL History Wednesday, July 13, 2011 @ 8:33AM"The dog ate my homework" is probably the most well-known excuse in our society and reserved for children trying to cover up the fact that they were lazy. But even so-called adults—and football players—have tried ways to bend the truth more than Superman bends a steel pipe. It's safe to say the validity of these 11 memorable excuses in NFL history is flimsy at best, but they sure do make for ...
- Mishaps mar two towns' firework displays Tuesday, July 5, 2011 @ 4:08PMShooting off fireworks at two Gaston County towns caused injuries over the weekend. A fireworks malfunction injured Ranlo Police Chief Tim Anderson. One of the mortars failed to launch, detonating under the ground instead of up in the air. Anderson...
- A Case for Schlepping the Kids Wednesday, June 29, 2011 @ 2:32PMThere are plenty of benefits to schlepping your kids around the world like celebrity parents Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, columnist Sarah Wildman says.
- Book review: The Beginning And The End Of The World: St Andrews, Scandal And The Birth Of Photography Monday, June 27, 2011 @ 6:20PMRobert Crawford Birlinn, £16.99
- A long road to a safe place: Children in state-licensed residential programs still face risk of injury Saturday, June 25, 2011 @ 11:51PMSomething as simple as a dispute about a piece of cake or as ugly as a trash can planted on a spitting child's head can lead to confrontation, injury and trauma for children in state-licensed facilities.
- Pickup Crashes Into St. Joseph House With People Inside Friday, June 17, 2011 @ 2:15PMThose inside this St. Joseph house say they're lucky to be alive after a pickup truck drove straight into their bedroom.
- What's on Wednesday, June 8, 2011 @ 2:31AMTo include your event contact reporter Paul J. Henderson by e-mail at phenderson@chilliwacktimes.com, fax to 604-792-9300 or phone 604-792-9117.
- Men's County Jail Visitor Viciously Beaten by Guards Tuesday, May 31, 2011 @ 4:34PMShackled in handcuffs, Gabriel Carrillo was being detained in a small break room near the visitors' lobby in Men's Central Jail when, he says, a Sheriff's deputy knocked him to the floor with an uppercut. Carrillo, 5 feet 6 and 160 pounds, doubled over in pain. Three depu...
- Auto Racing Capsules: From wheelchair, Schmidt inspires others at Indy Friday, May 27, 2011 @ 9:03PMINDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Sam Schmidt’s blue eyes never stop moving. They dart from one side to the other: checking out what’s going on over in that corner of the garage, keeping a lookout for those who might not see him coming, and always — always — searching for the next opportunity.
- Men's County Jail Visitor Viciously Beaten by Guards Wednesday, May 25, 2011 @ 5:37PMShackled in handcuffs, Gabriel Carrillo was being detained in a small break room near the visitors' lobby in Men's Central Jail when, he says, a Sheriff's deputy knocked him to the floor with an uppercut. Carrillo, 5 feet 6 and 160 pounds, doubled over in pain. Three depu...
- Gavin Henson is risk worth taking, says Wales coach Warren Gatland Monday, May 9, 2011 @ 5:00PMWales coach Warren Gatland admits the recall of Gavin Henson is a risk but is one he is prepared to take
- The sad story of Nim Friday, April 29, 2011 @ 7:00AMAn epic experiment with a chimp is just one of many mad scientist tales at this year’s Hot Docs
- Routine Summertime Chore Requires Serious Approach Monday, April 18, 2011 @ 7:33PMRoxy Kimberlin describes herself as an overprotective mother, the one her friends make fun of. But even her attentiveness wasn't enough to protect her son, Conner, from a lawn mower accident that nearly amputated his leg a little more than a year ago.
- Stray Bullet Strikes Honor Student Wednesday, April 6, 2011 @ 9:52PMA 15-year old honor student is recovering from an injury he never thought he'd get.
- Positive attitude and determination keeps Vernon resident going Friday, April 1, 2011 @ 12:31AMMarie Flores is truly a medical miracle by many standards. In August 1974, she was struck by lightning and nearly died.
- Boy burned in fire returns to St. Louis Wednesday, March 30, 2011 @ 11:15PMDevin Williams, 7, was being treated in Cincinnati after severe injuries.
- Rodeo showdown Tuesday, March 29, 2011 @ 8:02AMMore than 8,000 people were estimated in attendance at the 17th Annual Florida Gateway Pro Rodeo this weekend.
- Recalls: Delta cribs, Gerber Gator axe-knive combos and toilet bowl cleaner Friday, March 25, 2011 @ 2:34PMThe Consumer Product Safety Commission reissues a 2008 recall of the drop-side cribs following a baby's death earlier this year.
- Arrest report 3-24-11 Thursday, March 24, 2011 @ 10:45AMU.S. Marshals have arrested a 23-year-old Columbus man for robbery after receiving numerous tips through Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers.
- Children with severe burns need team of doctors for care Wednesday, March 23, 2011 @ 11:29AMBurn injuries can be physically harmful and emotionally challenging.
- Rodeo showdown Tuesday, March 22, 2011 @ 10:02AMMore than 8,000 people were estimated in attendance at the 17th Annual Florida Gateway Pro Rodeo this weekend.
- Police Reports For Tuesday, March 15, 2011 Monday, March 21, 2011 @ 11:22PMMONDAY Cynthia Arlene Stickney, 40, New Buffalo, Mich., was charged with parole violation at 11:15 a.m. while stopped at the Speedway gas station, Kieffer Road and Franklin Street.
- Bloody Monday: Celtics top Knicks in bruising 96-86 battle at the Garden Monday, March 21, 2011 @ 10:06PMThe competitive spirit of the long-time rivals was refreshing, but the lasting memory from the Celtics' impressive 96-86 victory will be that of the Knicks self-destructing at both ends of the court and the disappearing act of their two All-Star forwards.
- Dinner raises funds for military families Saturday, March 19, 2011 @ 5:49PMMaj. Cam Cathcart (left) with Padre Capt. Gord Barrett (centre) and Lynda Barrett get ready to dig into haggis at the BCIT Aerospace Technology Centre. The traditional Scottish dish was honoured by Robbie Burns in the poem Address to a Haggis.
- The Scheme 'star' Marvin Baird needs 15 stitches after being attacked with bottle in street attack Thursday, March 17, 2011 @ 3:49AMTHE Scheme's Marvin Baird has been glassed in a violent attack.
- New wiring simplifies defibrillator implants Thursday, March 17, 2011 @ 3:15AMLike many heart-failure patients, Ronald Grzymala was in a bind.
- WHEN STARS GO OUCH Friday, March 11, 2011 @ 4:08PMON Valentine's Day this year, local veteran actor Zheng Geping damaged a knee ligament.
- Wild 5, Avalanche 2 Wednesday, March 9, 2011 @ 9:42AMJohn Madden scored with 9:05 left to break a tie and lift the Minnesota Wild to a must-have 5-2 victory over the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday night.
- Wild surges past reeling Avalanche Wednesday, March 9, 2011 @ 12:56AMST. PAUL, Minn. -- Missing two of their top six scorers, the Minnesota Wild need to bring more grit to their game than usual.
- Wild surge past slumping Avalanche 5-2 Tuesday, March 8, 2011 @ 10:15PMST. PAUL — John Madden scored with 9:05 left to break a tie and lift the Minnesota Wild to a must-have 5-2 victory over the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday night. Rookie defenseman Jared Spurgeon tacked on another score less
- Wild surge past slumping Avalanche 5-2 Tuesday, March 8, 2011 @ 10:09PMNFL lead labor negotiator interviewed. NFL, union planning to return Thursday for 7th day of mediated talks; league to meet with GMs.
- Madden's goal gives Wild win over slumping Avalanche Tuesday, March 8, 2011 @ 10:05PMPlease read the full story on TSN.ca for the latest details
- Wild surge past slumping Avalanche 5-2 Tuesday, March 8, 2011 @ 9:48PMMadden's goal breaks tie and gives Wild boost in 5-2 win over slumping Avalanche
- Families find terror on road out of town Tuesday, March 8, 2011 @ 2:16PMThey were trying to flee to safety, but were lucky to escape with their lives. As cars loaded with people and possessions streamed down the desert road east from the Libyan oil town of Ras Lanuf, government jets targeted Salim Hussein Attia’s young family in their pick-up truck.
- Old favorites, new songs in Jovit, Fra Lippo Lippi concerts Saturday, March 5, 2011 @ 10:24AM“Pilipinas Got Talent” winner Jovit Baldivino and Fra Lippo Lippi lead singer Per Sorensen recently got Cebuano concert-goers in an excellent mood for love during their respective shows at the Waterfront Hotel in Lahug. Inducing sighs and swoons were the 17-year-old singer’s classic rock renditions and the Norway star’s global hits from his New Wave band heyday.
- Caller to DCF abuse hotline: I think Nubia has vanished Thursday, March 3, 2011 @ 5:57PMTwo days before Nubia Barahona's decomposed body was found in the flatbed of her adoptive father's pickup, a man called Florida child welfare workers expressing alarm that the girl seemed to have vanished.
- 2nd person tried to warn about alleged abuse of Florida twins Thursday, March 3, 2011 @ 2:41AMA second person tried to warn authorities about alleged abuse of a Florida brother and sister days before one was found dead and the other doused in dangerous chemicals, according to a child abuse hotline call released this week.
- Hotline caller was worried that Nubia had vanished | Video Wednesday, March 2, 2011 @ 3:40PMTwo days before Nubia Barahona's decomposed body was found in the flatbed of her adoptive father's pickup truck, a man called Florida child welfare workers expressing alarm that the girl seemed to have vanished.
- Grandmother attempts suicide twice after being arrested for infant abuse Tuesday, February 22, 2011 @ 4:33PMPolice arrested Madalyn Smith, 45, following the injuries a 6-month-old girl suffered while Smith was babysitting. Police arrested Madalyn Smith, 45, following the injuries a 6-month-old girl suffered while Smith was babysitting.
- Grandmother attempts suicide twice after arrest for infant abuse Tuesday, February 22, 2011 @ 4:33PMPolice arrested Madalyn Smith, 45, following the injuries a 6-month-old girl suffered while Smith was babysitting. Police arrested Madalyn Smith, 45, following the injuries a 6-month-old girl suffered while Smith was babysitting.
- 4-year-old admits setting house on fire Tuesday, February 22, 2011 @ 11:13AMA 4-year-old playing with fire is the suspected cause of a late morning house fire which left his 1-year-old brother with first degree burns, and the rest of family homeless.
- Staten Island district attorney wages war on borough's most wanted Sunday, February 20, 2011 @ 6:13AMMeet 10 most heinous fugitives from justice, all hiding from their day in court
- Remember when: Couple popular on cruise ship Saturday, February 12, 2011 @ 4:58PMWe live in an adult community and joined our neighbors and friends in 2005 on a cruise to the Carribean. We had a wonderful time visiting all the ports, shopping swimming and just having lots of fun
- Light and Shade Thursday, February 10, 2011 @ 8:02AMCONVERSATIONS with PER SORENSEN as he gets ready for his Baguio Concert, Insights on Coming Back to the Philippines, and Promoting his English-translated latest album "Vage". read more
- OKC burns Jazz with 3-point clinic Saturday, February 5, 2011 @ 11:57PMOklahoma City vs. Utah recap from game played on 05, 2011
- Thug who attacked man while wearing a tutu and stilletos is jailed Friday, February 4, 2011 @ 6:13PMA THUG in a pink tutu and stilettos rugby-tackled a man and kicked him in the head.
- Fra Lippo Lippi live on feb. 13 Thursday, February 3, 2011 @ 10:27AMDon’t miss the Feb. 13 concert of Per Sorensen and his band Fra Lippo Lippi, back-to-back with True Faith, as they serenade you with their romantic hits at the Waterfront Cebu City Hotel’s Grand Pacific Ballroom, beginning 8pm.
- Sunday, January 16, 2011 - 01:02 Tuesday, February 1, 2011 @ 12:30PMSTANFORD, Calif. (AP) -- Klay Thompson had 21 points, Faisal Aden scored 20 and Washington State ended Stanford's unbeaten streak at home with a 61-58 victory Saturday. The dynamic guard duo helped the Cougars (13-5, 3-3) win a Pac-10 road game for the first time this season. They also stopped...
- Tuesday, January 18, 2011 - 13:02 Saturday, January 29, 2011 @ 7:15PMTUESDAY Prep Basketball 7:30 p.m., Black Hills at Aberdeen girls, KWOK (1490). College Men's Basketball 4 p.m., Michigan State at Illinois, ESPN. 4 p.m., Colorado at Nebraska, ESPN2. 6 p.m., Kentucky at Alabama, ESPN.
- Fra Lippo Lippi in Tacloban on Feb. 11 Wednesday, January 26, 2011 @ 2:34AMFRA Lippo Lippi, the New Wave band in the '80s from Norway, will perform in Tacloban City on February 11 at the City Convention Center (Astrodome). read more