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Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Postal Workers Oppose Job Cuts, Support Alternative Legislation and more from Lutherville-Timonium Patch


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Postal Workers Oppose Job Cuts, Support Alternative Legislation

Nick DiMarco | Sep 27, 2011 | 0 Comments

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A group of U.S. Postal Service employees gathered at the intersection of Padonia and Deereco roads to protest the Postal Reform Act of 2011 and to thank Rep. Dutch Ruppersberger for his support.

High Prices for Metal Spur Rise in Copper Theft

Nick DiMarco | Sep 27, 2011 | 0 Comments

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Lutherville-Timonium not immune to national trend.

Legislators Voice Support for School Construction Funding

Tyler Waldman | Sep 27, 2011 | 0 Comments

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The 42nd District General Assembly delegation and Baltimore County Councilman David Marks sent a letter to state education officials.

Clock Runs Down On Council Redistricting Compromise

Bryan P. Sears | Sep 27, 2011 | 0 Comments

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Monday's vote nears as some on Baltimore County Council stop talking to each other and options for Loch Hill and Woodlawn fade.
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Stars and Stripes Daily Headlines: Pakistanis tied to 2007 border ambush on Americans, Afghans


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A group of American military officers and Afghan officials had just finished a five-hour meeting with their Pakistani hosts in a village schoolhouse settling a border dispute when they were ambushed ' by the Pakistanis. The incident shows Pakistan has long been both friend and foe to the U.S. 

 
[img]Soldiers gather to honor leader killed in Afghanistan
When Sgt. 1st Class Danial R. Adams fell to enemy fire Sept. 13 in eastern Afghanistan, he was leading the same way he always did, from the front. 

 
[img]Military community exasperated at prospect of prolonged shutdown threats
Same story, different budget deadline, same headaches for veterans. 

 
[img]Baumholder teacher dies unexpectedly
Jerry Hood, a fifth and sixth grade teacher at Smith Elementary School in Baumholder, Germany, died unexpectedly on Sunday, according to DODDS-Europe. 

 
[img]Soldier remembered for his energy, his pride
The front row was empty, chairs left vacant in honor of Pfc. Alberto L. Obod Jr.'s family, who were not able to attend his memorial service Tuesday at the chapel on Warner Barracks in Bamberg. Obod's family lives in the Philippines, where he was born. 

 
[img]Same-sex partners welcome relief, recognition after DADT repeal
Whenever Meg Rapelye dropped off her infant daughter at the base day care, she had to be careful to call herself a babysitter or a nanny. 

 




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Tuesday, September 27, 2011

Slate:Health insurance costs soar; the "Jersey Shore" veto; the iPhone, the Amazon tablet and YouTube TV; and more from The Slatest.


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Health Insurance Costs Soar In Obamacare's First Year

Health Insurance Costs Soar In Obamacare's First Year

Insurers reap profits as average family's premium exceeds cost of a new car.

Israel Approves More Settlements

Israel Approves More Settlements

Move will add to the ongoing tensions with Palestine.

N.J. Governor Vetoes Jersey Shore Tax Break

N.J. Governor Vetoes Jersey Shore Tax Break

Chris Christie says he won't pay for a project that "does nothing more than perpetuate misconceptions about the state."

iPhone 5 Release Set For Early October

iPhone 5 Release Set For Early October

Apple confirms the rumors with invites to the big media unveil.

Pakistan Orchestrated 2007 Ambush of U.S. Soldiers

Pakistan Orchestrated 2007 Ambush of U.S. Soldiers

NYT cites sources saying U.S. covered up duplicity to avoid fraying relations.

YouTube Preps Launch of New TV-Like Channels

YouTube Preps Launch of New TV-Like Channels

The Google-owned company reportedly plans to launch the service early next year.

Christian Heckler Interrupts Obama Fundraiser

Christian Heckler Interrupts Obama Fundraiser

Man calls president the "antichrist" before being dragged out by Secret Service.

Amazon to Unveil "Kindle Fire" Tablet

Amazon to Unveil "Kindle Fire" Tablet

Android-based device positioned as cheaper iPad alternative.

Romney Meets With Trump

Romney Meets With Trump

But the GOP candidate does his best to avoid being captured on camera doing so.

Facebook Launches Own PAC

Facebook Launches Own PAC

The move is the social media giant's latest bid to spread its influence from Silicon Valley to Washington.

Palin Threatens to Sue Over Controversial Biography

Palin Threatens to Sue Over Controversial Biography

Family attorney claims Joe McGinniss, Crown knowingly published false claims in The Rogue.

New Disaster Aid Math Ends Shutdown Threat

New Disaster Aid Math Ends Shutdown Threat

By stretching its current funding through Friday, FEMA allows lawmakers to strike stopgap deal to keep government running.

U.S. Treasure Hunters Find $200M Shipwreck

U.S. Treasure Hunters Find $200M Shipwreck

The British cargo ship was carrying 200 metric tons of silver when it was sunk by a German U-boat.

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A Welcomed Trend: Sober Campus Living



Friday, September 23rd, 2011

There are a growing number of services aimed at helping college students who are in recovery or struggling with a drug or alcohol problem. It’s no surprise since the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration( SAMHSA) reports that Americans aged 18-24 are the fastest growing demographic group seeking treatment for substance abuse. SAMSHA data also indicates that the rate of heavy alcohol use is highest among Americans aged 20-22 and of that group, college student consumption is heaviest.

In an effort to accommodate the college student subset seeking treatment, we’re beginning to see more campuses support alcohol-free lifestyles. As of today, 20 colleges have collaborated to form the Association for Recovery in Higher Education and welcome sober students. Some of the participating schools include: ....  http://intervene.drugfree.org/2011/09/a-welcomed-trend-sober-campus-living/


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Monday, September 26, 2011

Carroll County NAACP chapter plans for annual Freedom Fund banquet

Carroll County NAACP chapter plans for annual Freedom Fund banquet

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Which CNN Political Analyst Went Skinny Dipping With George Clooney at His Lake Como Villa?

A CNN political analyst recently spent some time at Lake Como, Italy with actor George Clooney, filing this report about late night shenanigans that took place at Clooney's villa: I lost track of time, but by 2 a.m. or so - when I was hammered and was reasonably certain that others were, too - we [...] read more>>

Andy Rooney Returns to '60 Minutes' Next Week

If you watched the season premiere of "60 Minutes" last night you may have noticed the absence of Andy Rooney. Rooney, 92, has slowed down a bit since the Spring. Rooney joined CBS News in 1949 and has been giving end-of-show commentary on "60 Minutes" since 1978. CBS tells us he has a segment on [...] read more>>

Jeff Fager Opens RTDNA Conference

CBS News Chairman Jeff Fager gave the keynote at the opening of the RTDNA "Excellence in Journalism" conference last night. "There isn't enough investigative reporting in the world today," Fager said in an interview before his speech (video after the jump). "I think a lot of people shy away from it because it's expensive and [...] read more>>

Randy Meier Returns to TV News

Randy Meier who left MSNBC in 2006, returns to the airwaves tonight as the solo anchor of KMSP (Minneapolis/St. Paul) Fox9′s 10pm newscast. Watch, as columnist C.J. from the Minneapolis Star-Tribune runs her fingers through Meier's anchor hair during an early morning interview in his home: read more>>

Ted Koppel: 'It's no secret they have become hugely successful, because they are doing precisely what I didn't want Nightline to do'

Ted Koppel was in Seattle over the weekend, where he was presented the Edward R. Murrow Lifetime Achievement Award in Broadcast Journalism. Before the award presentation, Koppel dropped by ABC affiliate KOMO for an interview. Koppel talked about the sad state of foreign news coverage in the U.S., his talks with NBC News, and the [...] read more>>

Roger Ailes' 'Last Hurrah': A 'Course Correction' For Fox News, and 'Friendly Talks' With Shepard Smith

In Newsweek this week, Howard Kurtz has another of his occasional chats with Fox News CEO Roger Ailes. The message Ailes and Fox are sending via the article: change is in the air. Kurtz notes early on that Ailes' contract ends in 2013, and says that the TV executive is embarking on his "last hurrah." [...] read more>>
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Ann Curry Named Variety 'Power Woman'

Variety released its 2011 "Women's Impact Report," which looks at the state of women in Hollywood and the media business, and NBC "Today" co-anchor Ann Curry is among those that made the cut (subscription may be required). Curry tells Variety that her ascension will likely result in more national reporting (as opposed to her signature [...] read more>>

David Muir: 'I Work Very Hard to Uphold The Tradition of ABC'

ABC's David Muir is profiled in the latest issue of Syracuse Post-Standard's Central New York magazine. Muir — who got his start in television at Syracuse CBS-affiliate WTVH — talks about his transition into the role of "ABC World News" weekend anchor, which he took over in February: "It's something," Muir says with reverence. "These [...] read more>>
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Greta Van Susteren Sticks up for CNN amid Tea Party Criticism

On GretaWire Saturday, Fox News — former CNN — host Greta Van Susteren sticks up for CNN calling the criticism they've gotten for teaming up with the Tea Party "silly." "My thought? The critics are silly. The critics have way too much time on their hands." So now there is hand wringing among journalists about [...] read more>>

SNL's Season Premiere Presents Fox News GOP Debate

The season premiere of "Saturday Night Live" last night opened with yet another GOP "debate" on "Fox News." The moderator of the debate was Shepard Smith (played by Bill Hader), and the candidates included Rick Perry (played by Alec Baldwin) and Mitt Romney (played by Jason Sudeikis). Watch: read more>>

Media Execs Crack Forbes '400 Richest' List

Forbes released its annual list of the 400 richest Americans, and a number of media power players made the cut. Finishing toward the top of the list: New York City Mayor and Bloomberg LP founder Michael Bloomberg came in at number 12 with a net worth of approximately $19.5 billion, Anne Cox Chambers, who is [...] read more>>
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