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Sanctuary Farm was envisioned in early 2016 by founder, Andrea Vettori.
As the clinical director for Mary Howard Health Center for the Homeless, Andrea has had extensive experience with people facing homelessness and housing insecurity.
As an avid gardener and beekeeper, Andrea has also experienced the healing potential of working directly with the earth through plants.
With the help of neighbors, volunteers, and other non profit partnerships, Sanctuary Farm "broke ground" began in an empty lot in North Philadelphia in May, 2017.
Since it opened it 2017, Sanctuary Farm has planted, grown, and harvested over 1,300 pounds of fresh produce. The produce was distributed to over 50 families in the community, free of charge. Sanctuary Farm believes strongly in the healing and transformative power of nature to provide opportunities for neighbors to work together to create a space of beauty, safety, and healing for those in need.


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Juvenile Justice Guide – A Family Resource
Here’s a Juvenile Justice Guide to help our LEAF families dealing with youth legal issues. The Juvenile Justice system is similar to the adult system, but different enough to warrant its own courts, procedures and professionals. The folks at Voices for Ohio’s Children produced a great resource entitled simply enough: “The Family Guide to the Juvenile Justice System”. It was produced in 2008, but I’m sure much of the basic case flow is still the same today. The guide has been added to the “First Days” tab our website.
The introduction succinctly describes the guide:
Families of children in Ohio’s Juvenile Justice System need information to help navigate the system and try to assure the best outcomes possible. Because you know your children better than anyone, you are in the best position to advocate for your child in the system. This handbook will give you more tools to do that – it will help you understand the system and how to get answers.
The guide methodically walks the reader through the steps from intake to release. It’s a good read!
Voices for Ohio’s Children
Beyond this guide, the Voices for Ohio’s Children website is full of lots of helpful information covering State and Federal policy legislation, advocacy, webinars and budget/legislative analysis. If you’re struggling with the juvenile justice system or feel compelled to advocate on behalf of struggling families, this site is a good place to start.

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This press review features the latest publications by UNU-MERIT and its School of Governance, from working papers to policy reports to books, as well as mentions in the media.
Our output for September includes two journal articles, two working papers, a study report, a policy network paper, a conference paper, a book chapter, a book and a research report for the European Commission. We cover knowledge transfer across Europe, industrial growth in Chinese regions, capability building in developing countries, and migration across four continents.
The ‘European Knowledge Transfer Report 2013’ presents findings from a monitoring study on the EU’s 2008 Recommendation and Code of Practice on the management of intellectual property (IP) in knowledge transfer activities. The study found an average implementation rate of 53 per cent, but also demonstrated major differences between European countries. The authors recommend EU support for developing strategies and IP management procedures. By Professor Anthony Arundel, researcher Nordine Es-Sadki et al.
‘Eliciting illegal migration rates through list randomization’ applies the method of list randomization to surveys conducted in Ethiopia, Mexico, Morocco and the Philippines on the legal status of migrants. The study looks at the method’s pros and cons and suggests future ways to implement migration surveys. By Assistant Professor Melissa Siegel et al.
‘Diaspora Engagement in Development: An Analysis of the Engagement of the Tunisian Diaspora in Germany and the Potentials for Cooperation’ considers Tunisian organizations and associations in Germany in the context of the Arab Spring. Commissioned by the German Development Agency (GIZ), the study found that the spirit of the Arab Spring not only influenced Tunisian society in Tunisia but also Tunisians living abroad, giving them, especially among the younger generation, a stronger sense of connection to their country of origin and a new motivation to help shape its future. The study identified new and constructive means of cooperation with institutions of the German Development Cooperation. By Assistant Professor Melissa Siegel, researcher Elaine McGregor et al.
‘Moving Beyond Conflict: Re-framing mobility in the African Great Lakes region’ examines how far crisis and conflict influence mobility in the African Great Lakes region. This working paper analyses migration linked to three underlying social processes in the Great Lakes region: education, urbanization, and family formation. Presenting a new analytical framework, the paper argues the case for a ‘life-course approach’ — viewing movement related to ‘key, transitional events’ during the span of a person’s life. By PhD fellow Ayla Bonfiglio et al.
‘Technological spillovers and industrial growth in Chinese regions’ focuses on the role of interregional technology spillovers in the process of industrial growth in Chinese regions (1990-2005). The working paper found that regional industrial growth benefits from both interregional R&D spillovers and since 1998 from international FDI spillovers. By Professor Adam Szirmai, senior researcher Huub Meijers and researcher Lili Wang.
‘Knowledge and technology transfer performance of European universities and research institutions: assessing the inﬂuence of institutional by-laws and practices’ looks at the impact of institutional by-laws and practices on knowledge and technology transfer (KTT) performance of universities and research institutions. With data from 224 European universities and 48 public research organizations, the paper finds that the only incentive for researchers which has a consistent positive effect on all outcome measures is to give inventors a share of the revenues. Non-monetary rewards such as career enhancement or social rewards have no effect. By Professor Anthony Arundel, researcher Nordine Es-Sadki et al.
‘A New Promise for Europe, How the elections to the European Parliament can stop Eurosion’ attempts to answer the social and economic aspirations of Europe’s citizens. The authors propose a new agenda to support individual countries in their reform efforts and argue that policy priorities should be characterized by more responsive democratic politics. This new policy network paper proposes to build this new agenda based on the pursuit of full employment, less inequality and greener policies. By Professor Jo Ritzen et al.
‘Diaspora Engagement and Policy in Ethiopia’ is one of 12 case studies featured in the book Emigration Nations. The book looks at the relationship between state institutions and emigrant nationals and the development of policies for emigrant engagement, aiming to encourage the loyalty of nationals who have made a permanent home elsewhere. It provides a theoretical framework to explain changing policies towards emigrants. By Assistant Professor Melissa Siegel, PhD fellow Katherine Kuschminder et al.
‘Knowledge Transfer and Capacity Building Through the Temporary Return of Qualified Nationals to Afghanistan’ examines the effects of the diaspora on knowledge transfer and capacity building in a post-conflict environment. The article is based on a case study of the International Organization for Migration the Netherlands in which 59 highly skilled Dutch-Afghans returned to work with a host institution in Afghanistan for three months to transfer knowledge and build capacity. The study found that diaspora temporary returnees were most effective in tacit knowledge transfer and that the knowledge transfer process effectively led to capacity building in Afghanistan. By PhD fellow Katherine Kuschminder.

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Set the oven. Fill the oven. Stop the oven. Forget the oven. Open the oven....the next morning! Whaattttt?!
I made these a couple of weeks ago for my second annual Cookie exchange. Quite honestly, I had never heard of them or had them. What intrigued me was how easy the recipe was and the minimal ingredients required to make this 'perfect for the holidays' kind of treat.
Some of you may know them as 'Forget-Me-Nots' or 'Forgotten Kisses.' What I loved about that day of the Cookie exchange, was when my girlfriend stopped by to drop off a few things for the party and she saw them resting on the counter. Her eyes sparkled with nostalgia, a treat she knew all too well from her childhood.
I hope to make this a part of Baker's childhood, as I will be making this every year around the holidays from here on out.
Adapted from Blue Flame Favorites
Makes 2 dozen
2 egg whites
2/3 cup sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup walnuts, chopped
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line two baking pans with foil.
<making the meringue>
Add the egg whites to your Kitchen Aid or stand mixer and use the beater attachment.
Beat the egg whites on medium-high speed for 4 to 5 minutes or until soft peaks form.
Add the sugar slowly, continue beating until stiff peaks form.
<preparing the batter>
Add the salt, vanilla extract, chocolate chips and walnuts to the bowl; gently fold into the meringue.
Spoon onto the prepared baking pans using two spoons.
<baking the cookies>
Place the cookies into the preheated oven.
Shut the oven door and turn off the oven.
Let the cookies sit in the oven overnight or at least 5 to 6 hours.
Peel the cookies from the foil.
Store in an airtight container up to 4 days.
Be very very gentle when removing the cookies from the foil.
Replace walnuts with whatever nuts you like.

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Vital Advice About Pregnancy All Women Should Read.
You need more calories by 300-500 a day during pregnancy. You must remember to feed yourself now but also your growing baby. Eat good quality, like fruits and vegetables.
Pregnant women need to keep their skin protected prior to spending time in the hot sun protection.A pregnant woman’s skin is a lot more sensitive than before pregnancy; therefore, which in turn, could eventually cause more serious problems like skin cancer.
Don’t be afraid to ask others to help with heavy lifting things if you’re pregnant. Lifting places great stress on you and your baby and can cause back pain and, back strain, and even potentially lose your baby due to a miscarriage. Always get someone to help lift objects, even if you think you can do it.
If you have constant cravings when you are pregnant, sometimes it may not be wise to fulfill them all. You and your child both have nutritional needs that should be met on a daily basis. If you partake in every craving, this is only benefiting you, it is very important to eat properly.
Keep a food that you consume during the day. This will help you are meeting nutritional requirements and avoiding junk food and overeating. You can also take it to go over during your appointments.
Swimming is a great idea as you reach later stages of pregnancy. Swimming is a great exercise during pregnancy because it keeps you active while easing some of the pain you may feel later in your pregnancy. The weightless feeling can be very relaxing.
Don’t use a hot tubs or sauna while pregnant. An overheated body can do serious damage to your developing baby.You need to avoid clary sage, clary sage, in particular.
Tell your doctor immediately if you experience vaginal discharge from your vagina while pregnant.
Talk to friends or family members who have used while pregnant. You can get firsthand knowledge of all the ins and outs of what to expect from those who have already been there.
Act like you’re pregnant before you conceive. Quit smoking, stop drinking, start exercising, and make sure you are getting the proper vitamins and nutrients. It takes a while to get adjusted to this lifestyle, so practice these life changes.
Take a childbirth class that covers all of the birthing process. Sign up for your class as early as possible so you are guaranteed a spot. You might also want to take a breastfeeding class. These two classes will give you confidence as you proceed through your pregnancy.
A birth plan really helps you feel more comfortable about the process and can serve as a security blanket. You can make it very detailed or very brief.
You need to get enough sleep in order to sustain your energy and help the baby develop normally.
You may have lots of swelling when you are expecting a baby. Try to lower the amount of salt you eat.
Consult your physician before you make the decision to try for a baby. Before you become pregnant, you should consult with your doctor to ensure that you can go through a healthy pregnancy. You should make any doctor recommended changes before you can get pregnant.
Meditation and yoga can help with pregnancy mood swings experienced during pregnancy. Both of these techniques are natural ways to help you unwind and relax in mind and body. Ask your partner or spouse to join you for added benefits.
Be sure to get sufficient iron while pregnant. This also helps the placenta and your baby.
Most women will experience morning sickness during pregnancy. There are a few steps for you to help your morning sickness. Eat smaller and eat frequently to avoid getting hungry. Take prenatal vitamins with a meal. Avoid the foods that make you problems.Take a rest as necessary, because exhaustion can cause problems in the long run when overlooked.
Once you have made the decision to have a baby, you may find yourself getting a lot more excited than you need to be. Make sure you take care of your health when you’re planning. If you are excessively overweight, try to shed a few pounds first because people that are of a normal weight have less problems.
As mentioned before, pregnant women must make sure they are educated about how to maintain the health of themselves and their unborn babies. Use the information you have gained here to make your pregnancy healthy and successful.

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Cablevision Takeover: Who is Altice Founder Patrick Drahi?
The European giant that just struck a deal to purchase Cablevision is lead by a man that telecom mogul John Malone calls "a genius."
When Cablevision said Thursday it is selling itself for $17.7 billion, only close industry watchers weren't surprised that the buyer is European cable and telecom company Altice.
The company, founded by billionaire Patrick Drahi, made headlines earlier this year by agreeing to acquire U.S. cable operator Suddenlink for $9.1 billion before considering a second play, for Time Warner Cable, before John Malone’s Charter Communications snapped it up.
With the Cablevision deal, Drahi, born in 1963, has shown that he and his U.S. ambitions can't be ignored any longer. With Suddenlink and Cablevision, his Amsterdam-based Altice is suddenly the fourth largest cable operator in the U.S.
Wall Street and industry folks who have know him or followed his work describe him as a bold and aggressive dealmaker who has a reputation for being a relentless cost-cutter.
Discovery Communications CEO David Zaslav, who has met Drahi, tells THR that Drahi “has great ambition. He is a brilliant guy." After lighting up Europe, he is lighting up the U.S., he said. And he has a lot of energy, Zaslav says. "Wherever he goes, he brings energy," the Discovery boss explains.
Moroccan-born Drahi, a citizen of both France and Israel, is a sort of protege of Liberty Media and Liberty Global chairman Malone (in the 1990s he sold one of his companies to Malone), and he shares the U.S. mogul's financial acumen and focus on using debt financing to build businesses.
Says Macquarie Securities analyst Amy Yong: "Patrick Drahi is known for being ruthless.” She confirms that there are, indeed, "a lot of parallels" between Drahi and Malone in "terms of financial and operational strategies."
On a conference call in June, Malone called Drahi “a genius,” “my friend” and “a capitalist entrepreneur.” Asked about Altice's move into the U.S., Malone said Drahi was "taking advantage of today’s low interest rates." He did, though, lament that Drahi was driving up the cost of assets that Liberty might also have been interested in acquiring, including Time Warner Cable.
Last month, Liberty Media CEO Greg Maffei also lauded Drahi, who is founder and chairman of Altice while Dexter Goei runs the company as CEO.
"I think you have to give your pat to Patrick Drahi and Dexter Goei, how they've done a heck of a job rolling up the things that they've done," Maffei said. "One may argue or contest some of the prices they paid; they certainly pushed us perhaps a little bit higher on Time Warner Cable than we would have liked. But you have to say they're acting quite rationally given the power of their currency and the model that they've developed and their ability to find cheap financing. So I think that they're a fearsome competitor, and I tip my hat to both of them."
Though he has been building his fortune quietly for years, working his way up from selling cable packages door-to-door in France, Drahi was a relative unknown in that country until Altice became the no. 2 provider of mobile phone and Internet services by acquiring telecom giant SFR from Vivendi last year.
After several more high-profile deals – not to mention accusations of tax avoidance -- Drahi has become a media personality in France even as he tries to maintain a low profile, studiously avoiding society events as he bounces between his residences in Paris, Tel Aviv and Geneva, Switzerland.
He’s nevertheless the subject of frequent public and government criticism for living and keeping his business interests abroad. During his bid to buy Virgin Mobile in France, then-minister of digital economy Fleur Pellerin personally asked him to repatriate to France, which he declined to do, preferring to keep his primary residence in Geneva.
Altice now mirrors Drahi’s global lifestyle; it’s best known for its businesses in France while its stock is listed on the Amsterdam exchange. Drahi’s personal holding company is in the island tax haven of Guernsey, which lacks many of the reporting requirements that are typical elsewhere.
In Forbes' most recent rankings of global billionaires, he is No. 58 with $15 billion, not too far behind Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen ($17.9 billion) and Dish Network founder Charlie Ergen ($17.2 billion). That also makes him the sixth-richest person in France in the annual rankings of magazine Challenges.
In fact, he’s a recent addition to the Challenges list because he was kept off of it in 2014 after reports surfaced saying he had given up his French citizenship, which he says is untrue.
Drahi founded Altice in 2002. The company provides broadband and pay-TV services in France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Portugal, Israel, the French West Indies and Indian Ocean area and the Dominican Republic. And with Suddenlink and Cablevision, the U.S.
Drahi created the Altice Media Group earlier this year, acquiring weekly publications L’Express and L’Expansion, as well as cinema, culture and electronics titles and a free entertainment weekly, A Nous, that is handed out in Paris subways. That has made Altice Media the sixth-largest media company in France.
Also part of the new Altice Media is I24, the Israeli answer to Al-Jazeera, which broadcasts in English, French and Arabic. And Drahi also created a separate company in partnership with founder Alain Weill to take over NextRadioTV, France’s top news network and the only one that is profitable.
Despite not seeking attention, Drahi seems to attract controversy with his aggressive business style.
His deal for SFR was accompanied by cost reductions that some categorized as “brutal,” and the company’s advertising has come under fire for false claims about network speeds. The accusations are currently under investigation by Nathalie Homobono, France’s director general for competition policy, consumer affairs and fraud control.
The competition authority is also investigating claims that SFR and Numericable began working together before their merger was approved by regulators, which could result in fines of up to $645 million (€570 million).
Drahi has had a public rivalry with former friend Xavier Niel, head of French telecom companies Iliad and Monaco Telecom. The two had been known to dine together twice a year, but Niel has refused to speak to Drahi since an unfavorable article appeared in Israeli newspaper Yediot Aharonot during his acquisition of mobile licenses in the country. The newspaper is owned by a relative of Drahi, and Niel argued Drahi had a hand in the story.
So what's next for Altice and Drahi? The company didn't say on a call about the Cablevision deal on Thursday. Said Wells Fargo analyst Marci Ryvicker: "We don't think it's done acquiring in the United States."
And Wunderlich Securities analyst Matt Harrigan says Altice is focused on the “quad play,” whereby U.S. households will purchase telephone wireless and landline services along with Internet access and cable TV all from Altice.
With assets mounting in Paris and New York, Harrigan says Drahi is positioned "in two of the world's most important cities with respect to both consumer affluence and Fortune Global 500 headquarters presences."


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DALLAS, TX — (Marketwired) — 08/11/16 — RMG Networks Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: RMGN)
Second Quarter Highlights
- Operating loss of $1.5 million narrowed by $0.9 million year-over-year; Adj. EBITDA1 loss of $0.4 million narrowed by $2.0 million year-over-year
- Total revenue of $8.7 million decreased 7% year-over-year
- Operating expenses decreased 27% year-over-year
- Signed strategic sales partnership with Manhattan Associates, a global best-in-class provider of technology solutions to the supply chain and distribution industry
- Significantly strengthened executive management team with the addition of George Clopp as Chief Technology Officer and Jerry Rosen as Global Chief Marketing & Creative Officer
RMG Networks Holding Corporation (NASDAQ: RMGN), or RMG Networks™, a leading provider of technology-driven visual communications solutions, today announced its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2016.
“During the second quarter, we continued to deliver tangible progress against our strategic initiatives, while also delivering substantially improved Adjusted EBITDA over last year,” commented Robert Michelson, Chief Executive Officer. “We are excited about the meaningful progress we made in expanding our third-party sales channels, finalizing agreements with two new third-party sales channel partnerships, including Manhattan Associates. We anticipate these relationships will supplement our sales growth plans and help expand our sales pipeline.”
“We also significantly strengthened our executive management team with the addition of George Clopp, Chief Technology Officer, and Jerry Rosen, Global Chief Marketing & Creative Officer,” continued Michelson. “The addition of George and Jerry are meaningful to our organization, as they each bring a breadth of leadership, accomplishments and innovative ideas to their positions. They are highly engaged to further our focus on leading with innovative products and solutions and bringing those offerings to the market in a cost-efficient and compelling way to reach both new and existing customers around the globe.”
“In North America, we drove sequential revenue growth in the second quarter, representing encouraging progress. The positive results in North America were partially offset by challenges experienced in our international business that delayed the timing of some orders, in part due to the impact of oil pricing on the macroeconomic environment in the Middle East and the economic uncertainty created by Brexit in the U.K. and Europe,” continued Michelson. “The mix of second quarter revenue, led by stronger professional services revenue, drove strong gross margin and material improvement in Adjusted EBITDA. We remain optimistic about our outlook as we enter the second half of 2016.”
Second Quarter Financial Review
Total revenue of $8.7 million was flat sequentially compared to the first quarter of 2016, and decreased 7% from $9.3 million in the same quarter last year.
- Products revenue of $3.1 million decreased 25% from $4.1 million in the second quarter of 2015, resulting primarily from delayed timing on certain orders and generally lower international sales orders as a result of a challenging macroeconomic environment.
- Maintenance & content services revenue of $3.5 million remained relatively flat as compared to the second quarter of 2015.
- Professional services revenue of $2.1 million increased 19% from $1.8 million in the second quarter of 2015, resulting primarily from increased realization within our professional services organization.
Gross margin was 58.3% compared to 71.4% in the second quarter of 2015, as reported under U.S. GAAP. On a non-GAAP basis, excluding a $1.5 million net gain recorded on a non-recurring long-term contract in the second quarter of 2015, gross margin improved from 55.6% in the same quarter last year, driven by a favorable sales mix, resulting primarily from an increase in professional services revenue.
Total operating expenses were $6.6 million, a 27% decrease from $9.0 million in the same quarter last year, resulting primarily from the company’s cost rationalization efforts in 2015.
GAAP operating loss of $1.5 million improved from a loss of $2.4 million in the same quarter last year, resulting primarily from lower operating expenses, partially offset by a net gain recorded on a non-recurring long-term contract in the second quarter of 2015. On a non-GAAP basis, Adj. EBITDA loss of $0.4 million narrowed from a loss of $2.4 million in the same quarter last year.
Prior year financial results from RMG Networks’ Airline Media Networks business have been excluded from continuing operations and are reported as discontinued operations in the Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Loss, due to the completion of the sale of this business on July 1, 2015. As a result, the financial results above reflect the Enterprise business at RMG Networks, reported as continuing operations.
“We remain optimistic about the long-term financial prospects of the business, as the core geographical U.S. business continues to perform well, offset by the uncertainty associated with Brexit in the U.K. and oil prices in the Middle East. We believe that our strategic positioning in conjunction with our experienced leadership team positions the company for profitability. We remain focused on continuing to build on the key strategic initiatives of our multi-year strategic plan. We do recognize that we are still impacted by quarter to quarter fluctuations that are inherent in our sales delivery and business model,” concluded Michelson. “We are investing in and improving our business continually with a focus on long-term, sustainable growth, which we believe best serves our customers and our shareholders. We have established a track record of continued strategic progress and improvement in financial results and are encouraged by the trajectory our business is on for 2016 and beyond.”
Management will host a conference call to discuss these results on Thursday, August 11, 2016 at 9 a.m. ET. To access the call, please dial 1-877-890-5060 (toll free) or 1-678-967-4604 and reference conference 54202038. The conference call will also be broadcast live over the Internet with an accompanying slide presentation, which can be accessed via the Investor Relations section of RMG Networks’ web site at http://ir.rmgnetworks.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=251935&p=irol-calendar. All participants should call or access the website approximately 10 minutes before the conference begins. The webcast and slide presentation will be available for replay for at least 90 days.
A telephonic replay of this conference call will also be available by dialing 1-855-859-2056 (toll free) or 1-800-585-8367 or 1-404-537-3406 and entering passcode: 54202038 from 12 p.m. ET on August 11, 2016 until 11:59 p.m. ET on August 18, 2016.
1 A non-GAAP measure, we define Adj. EBITDA as operating income (loss) plus depreciation and amortization expenses and stock-based compensation expense. We have also excluded the impact of a $1.5 million net gain recorded on a non-recurring long-term contract in the second quarter of 2015. See “About Non-GAAP Financial Measures” below and the reconciliation tables at the end of this release for more information regarding non-GAAP financial measures used in this release.
© 2016 RMG Networks Holding Corporation. RMG Networks and its logo are trademarks and/or service marks of RMG Networks Holding Corporation.

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Home from home and more. Absolutely beautiful house and food to die for with a really wonderful host Noreen. Nothing too much for this lady with a really warm welcome and Pot of tea or coffee with delicious treats waiting for us when we arrived
I stayed at Sea View this summer and thoroughly enjoyed the time. The room was cozy and well laid out with all the comforts needed. Noreen is a great host. She catered to my diet needs at breakfast with a delicious porridge, with fresh fruit,...More
Think Ive written about Sea View in another post but I just can't say enough about its marvellous qualities.
Top of the list is its homliness.All needs were catered for without my having to ask for anything. And busy as she was, Noreen the landlady,...More
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Response from Noreen L, Owner at Sea View Bed & BreakfastResponded 1 week ago
Apologies for not replying sooner, & thank you so much Mary for your fantastic 5 star review. It was such a pleasure to have you stay & i enjoyed our chats immensely. The butter road walk is very popular with my guests & i am...More
The house has a fantastic location and wonderful view to wake up to each morning. It promises delight for the day to come. Noreen too is truely lovely. She greeted us like family and looked after us so well. The food was terrific and ample,...More
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Response from Noreen L, Owner at Sea View Bed & BreakfastResponded 27 June 2017
Thank you so much Daniel for your kind words. I loved having you both stay & it was no trouble at all to provide gluten free & lactose free breakfasts. That is why i provide an extensive breakfast menu & also to cater for anyone...More
My family and I stayed here in May for a night. Noreen is an amazing hostess, greeted us with fresh baking and tea. Spotless rooms and fantastic breakfast. I would recommend here 100%.Loved the views,
Response from Noreen L, Owner at Sea View Bed & BreakfastResponded 14 June 2017
Thank you so much for your glowing review. It was wonderful to have you all stay & your boys are a credit to you both. Delighted you loved the home baking & the views.
Thanks again for the recommendation.

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Fire danger increasing across region
Flooding may not be an issue this spring, but another nasty "F" word is beginning to creep its way into the vocabulary.
Fire -- especially the danger of wildfire -- is becoming an increasing concern on both sides of the Red River. It's dry out there, and there's no significant relief in sight.
"We're probably three to four weeks ahead of where we'd typically be," said Dan Carroll, fire team leader for the Department of Natural Resources' area forestry office in Warroad, Minn.
Fire danger traditionally is highest in April and May, but dry conditions going into freeze-up, coupled with sparse snowfall and an early melt, have accelerated the situation this year, Carroll said.
"We have a lot of guys who have spent 25-30 years working here, and we've never seen anything like it," Carroll said. "We're prepared for a long duration at this point in time as fire season goes. We're prepared for a lot of starts."
"Starts," in forestry speak, refers to fires, and Carroll said staff from the Warroad office already have responded to about 20 fires this spring.
Statewide, at least 150 fires are burning across Minnesota, the largest to date being an 800-acre blaze near Aitkin and another near Backus covering about 400 acres, said Paul Peterson, an information officer for the Minnesota Interagency Fire Center in Grand Rapids, Minn.
Information on the number of fires burning across North Dakota wasn't immediately available, but in northwest Minnesota, Carroll said the largest fire in the Warroad district -- so far -- covered 130 to 150 acres.
"We've been fortunate," he said this afternoon. "We've been prepared and ready and caught them before they got much bigger, but I'll wait before we're done with today before I say anything more.
"We've had trouble in the past on strong south-wind days."
That was exactly the scenario today, and the National Weather Service was forecasting south winds in excess of 30 mph across northwest Minnesota and northeast North Dakota.
Because of the dry conditions, the DNR said burning restrictions will take effect this coming Monday in most of the northern and central parts of the state. Spring restrictions limit open burning until vegetation greens up, which typically takes four to six weeks. That means the DNR will not issue permits for burning brush or yard waste, although campfires still are allowed.
Counties part of the upcoming restrictions include southern Beltrami County south of state Highway 1, Kittson, Mahnomen, Marshall, Pennington, Roseau west of state Highway 89 and parts of southeast Polk County.
Carroll said the DNR will issue permits on a day-to-day basis until Monday, depending on conditions. The DNR today wasn't issuing any permits, required anytime there's less than 3 inches of snow on the ground, Carroll said. That can vary by time of day, he said, depending on factors such as wind velocity.
"We encourage people to get a permit, and if they can get those small burns accomplished safely, we encourage them to do that," Carroll said. "Use extreme caution."
In North Dakota, the National Weather Service today listed fire danger as "very high" to "extreme" across the state, with a Red Flag Warning in effect in most central and western areas. Such warnings are issued when dry conditions and high winds create the potential for severe fires.
The fire danger in eastern North Dakota and the Devils Lake basin today was in the "very high" category, with "high" danger forecast today from Pembina to Grand Forks. No burn bans are yet in effect in the northeast part of the state.
On the Web
North Dakota: http://www.nd.gov/des/planning/fire-danger-awareness
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Jan. 11, 2013
USAFA, Colo. - Competing in its first home dual of the season, the Air Force wrestling team fell to No. 13 Oregon State, 32-7, in non-conference action. With the loss, the Falcons, rated 25th in the latest InterMat rankings, drop to 3-1 overall on the season, while the Beavers improve to 3-3.
Oregon State was led by five wrestlers ranked in the top 10 nationally, while the Falcons were without both of their nationally ranked wrestlers, senior Cole VonOhlen and freshman Josh Martinez. The Beavers came away with a win in the opening match, as 10th-ranked RJ Pena earned a 5-1 decision over the Falcons' Josh Kreimier (Fort Collins, Colo.) at 157 pounds.
Air Force was able to get on the scoreboard and take the team lead in the second bout of the evening, as sophomore Jesse Stafford (Loomis, Calif.) shut out Alex Elder for a 9-0 major decision at 165 pounds. The Beavers responded with a first-period fall in the next match, while freshman Konner Witt (Oak Harbor, Ohio) earned a 6-2 decision at 184 pounds to put the Falcons back on the board.
The closest match of the evening was in the heavyweight bout, with the Falcons' Bentley Alsup (So., Missoula, Mont.) taking on fifth-ranked Chad Hanke. With Hanke leading 4-2 after the first two periods, Alsup chose the neutral position to begin the final period. Neither wrestler was able to score until 20 seconds remaining on the clock, when Alsup registered his first takedown of the match to tie the score at 4-4. However, Hanke had a riding time point locked up and scored an escape to take the 6-4 decision.
Air Force's varsity team will be back in action on Sunday, as it hosts Northern Iowa and New Mexico Highlands in back-to-back duals. Competition is slated to begin at 2:00 p.m. in Clune Arena.
No. 13 Oregon State 32, No. 25 Air Force 7
157 - No. 10 RJ Pena (OSU) dec. Josh Kreimier, 5-1
165 - Jesse Stafford (AF) maj. dec. Alex Elder, 9-0
174 - Austin Morehead (OSU) fall Dan Barringer, 0:25
184 - Konner Witt (AF) dec. Brian Engdahl, 6-2
197 - No. 10 Taylor Meeks (OSU) maj. dec. Josh Mohr, 15-2
285 - No. 5 Chad Hanke (OSU) dec. Bentley Alsup, 6-4
125 - Joey Palmer (OSU) maj. dec. Mitch Brown, 15-4
133 - Drew Van Aanroy (OSU) dec. Dylan Hyder, 7-2
141 - No. 4 Mike Mangrum (OSU) tech fall Carter McElhany, 21-4 (5:53)
149 - No. 9 Scott Sakaguchi (OSU) maj. dec. Logan Burch, 15-4

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I-Cable Communications Holdings Ltd. (01097.HK) and PCCW Ltd. (00008.HK) have won free-to-air TV licenses in Hong Kong, Secretary of Commerce and Economic Development Gregory So said Tuesday. They join existing free TV operators Television Broadcasts Ltd. (TVB) (00511.HK) and unlisted ATV. Hong Kong Television Network Ltd. failed (01137.HK) to make it. So said Hong Kong’s free TV market cannot sustain five operators. PCCW will operate the license under Hong Kong Television Entertainment Co. Ltd. and i-Cable under Fantastic TV Ltd.
– Contact HKEJ at [email protected]

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NextGen offers chance to set liquid level inside an item, whether it is a vessel or a heat exchanger.
First of all, you have to select componente within liquid reaches maximum quota.
Tipically, there are two different scenarios.
In the first case, you have to select main component (e.g: cylinder, head but not a nozzle) that is placed at the top of the item. It's easy to spot it amongst all, both from graphic view (especially if you design a vertical item) and looking at reference line value.
Now let's click on the appropriate toolbar button
Component window form opens up with a new tab, called Liquid level
And three properties:
Second and thirt property influence weights and pressures of the item.
We may observe that, next to liquid height, there is a button called "Fill"; and that is the one we are looking for, when we want to fill the item until it reaches its maximum capacity with the chosen liquid.
In the second scenario instead, we select the component where we know liquid reaches maximum height.
Let's say that in the attached vertical column, water fills only half of the main shell.
Then we select main shell and click on the liquid level button.
New liquid level tab will show, but this time user won't be required to press button "Fill". Liquid height has to be set as custom value.
Cylinder is 3500mm high, therefore liquid height will half of it, 1750 mm.
Both liquid height and weight will be considered in final calculations and printed in the output report.
Pay attention that liquid height value is measured from component bottom base; therefore, in case you want an overall quota that counts item base also (not the case of completely filled one, that we already explained), you have to input custom value, that includes height of components below the selected one.
E.g.: we know that in the item we are designing, there will be a liquid 2 meters high. Base cylinder is 500 mm, connected cylinder is 3000mm, therefore liquid height will be 1500mm.
After defining liquid level on a component, it's not possible to repeat the operation on another one, because, as we already learnt, liquid level is defined as the liquid maximum quota inside an item and has automatic repercussions to the other components. When you try do it, an error message will appear.
Not to make it occur, first you have to remove liquid settings, pressing the "Remove" button, as shown below.
Now it's possible to define it again.


The Senate retreated -- but did not surrender -- in its battle with the House over a state budget Tuesday, voting 20-16 to adopt the budget itself while planning to strike back with amendments to other legislation.
"We're going to get two bites of the apple," said Senate President John B. Larson, D-East Hartford, saying he had argued for days that senators could pass the House budget and still work to change it.
He said the Senate would amend bills on education grants and the general-assistance welfare program to carry out senators' wishes, rather than the plans incorporated into the adopted budget.
Early today, the Senate did amend the education bill, adding $500,000 for Bethel and $500,000 for West Haven -- grants not provided for in the $8.08 billion budget.
The intended change in general assistance also would give more money to cities and towns, though it may not affect the budget's bottom line.
The Senate approved the budget a day after the House made about $12 million in revisions aimed at mollifying senators who opposed the original version passed last week.
The Senate vote ended the threat that the legislature might hit its adjournment deadline at midnight today without passing a budget, although it remained possible that lawmakers will have to come back in a special session to enact all the bills necessary to implement that budget.
Gov. Lowell P. Weicker Jr. is expected to sign the budget, provided the fight over the implementation bills does not throw it out of balance.
The budget contains no tax increases, relying instead on increases in federal grants and on economic growth in state revenues to finance a $463 million -- or 6.1 percent -- increase in state spending.
The bottom line is only $10 million more than that proposed by Weicker three months ago, although many changes were made.
Tens of millions of dollars were squeezed from other areas, and
most of them were poured into municipal-aid programs, enough to restore almost all of a $143 million reduction proposed by the governor.
Even so, assuming that further Senate maneuvering is not successful, the 1992-93 budget will send about $14.5 million less to local governments than they are scheduled to receive this fiscal year.
The lawmakers also backed off from Weicker's cuts in pensions for retired state employees and teachers, and his cuts in Medicaid rates for nursing homes.
The changes get the most attention, but the legislature probably accepted more of Weicker's budget than it shunned. Many tough spending cuts, including ones affecting children on welfare, group homes for the retarded and other causes close to the heart of the Democratic majority were, nonetheless, adopted as part of the final budget.
The Senate vote was along party lines, as Democrats held firm against Republican criticism that too much money was earmarked for state programs and not enough for grants to cities and towns.
"I don't think we can go away from here with any great accolades or halos," Sen. Thomas F. Upson, R-Waterbury, said.
The moment the Senate clerk announced the vote, Larson leaned across an empty chair in the Senate circle and shook hands with Sen. William A. DiBella, D-Hartford. "Thank you," Larson said.
It was DiBella who led the movement to block the House budget Saturday night, and it was DiBella who made retreat possible Tuesday.
Larson said he shook hands with all the Democrats, but, he said, "I especially thanked Bill. He was dug in on his issue. ... I asked him to put the greater good of the state and the [Democratic] caucus above that, and he did."
Larson said it still was possible the legislature could be forced into special session over the education and general-assistance bills.
The House debated the education bill almost five hours Tuesday night before sending it to the Senate. With the Senate amendment, it goes back to the House this morning, where it could consume several more hours of debate. Time is running out.
DiBella, who did not engage in the floor debate, said after the vote that he was not satisfied with the budget but thought it futile to amend it again and return it to the House.
"That didn't make a lot of sense," he said.
DiBella said he would continue seeking more money for Hartford and other cities by amending the general-assistance bill to retain 90 percent state reimbursement, instead of a cut to 85 percent.
The $7.5 million for that would come out of a new jobs program that House Democrats developed to employ people who lose their general assistance benefits.
"I'm not convinced the jobs program is successful," DiBella said. "There isn't enough definition in the legislation."
If the Senate dismantles that jobs program, the general-assistance bill is unlikely to pass in the House.
Although some lawmakers accused DiBella of using the budget as leverage to force them to vote for his bill to legalize slot machines, DiBella said his only goal was to obtain more aid for municipalities.
Sen. James H. Maloney, D-Danbury, also opposed the House budget


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Ace designer and popular Bollywood costume designer, Manish Malhotra called in his 50th birthday with friends from B-Town. He hosted a party at his residence with his friends from Bollywood and modeling industry to ring in his birthday at midnight.
The guest list saw Aishwarya Rai Bachchan along with Hubby Abhishek Bachchan, Karisma Kapoor, Raveena Tandon, Sridevi along with hubby Boney Kapoor and Karan Johar, we all present to celebrate Manish’s birthday with 50 kg chocolate deliciousness that was his cake.
Sridevi, who has been designer’s muse on several occasions took to social networking site and uploaded a picture from the celebrations and captioned it “Happy Birthday to my dearest friend, thank you for always being there for me. You are the real shining star, love you, hope you conquer new heights this year and make us all even prouder than you already have.”
The picture of her with the blushing birthday boy is simply amazing and her heartfelt caption adds to the beauty of their friendship.
Many other attendees also took to social networking sites and shared the pictures from the evening.

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February 1, 2016
DDC Commissioner Peña-Mora joined DOT Commissioner Polly Trottenberg, Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer, and other City officials to announced the area-wide reconstruction of Long Island City and Hunters Point, Queens, to build upon Mayor de Blasio’s Vision Zero initiative to end injuries and fatalities on city streets
On December 9th, 2015, Council Member Van Bramer’s office hosted a community workshop for Long Island City residents to discuss their ideas for safety improvements in area streets. The results of the workshop will inform the reconstruction project, which will improve safety for pedestrians, motorists, and bicyclists; improve connections throughout the neighborhood; improve infrastructure; facilitate and improve traffic operations in response to anticipated growth; enhance public open space and create a safer, more inviting streetscape; and address climate resiliency for a waterfront neighborhood that was hit hard by Superstorm Sandy.
“The New York City Department of Design and Construction is looking forward to developing safer streets for New Yorkers with our partner agencies DOT, DEP and our elected officials,” said DDC Commissioner Peña-Mora. “In keeping with Mayor de Blasio’s vision for a more equitable city, this project will enhance traffic safety for pedestrians and motorists in Long Island City. By designing the intersections with pedestrian safety in mind, we can strategically mitigate the occurrence of traffic crashes and continue to make New York City the best place to live and work.”


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Corns and calluses are areas of thickened skin that develop to protect that area from irritation. They occur when something rubs against the foot repeatedly or causes excess pressure against part of the foot. If the thickening of skin occurs on the bottom of the foot, it is called a callus. If it occurs on the top of the foot (or toe), it is called a corn. Corns and calluses are not contagious but may become painful if they get too thick. In people with diabetes or decreased circulation, they can lead to more serious foot problems. Corns often occur where a toe rubs against the interior of a shoe. Excessive pressure at the balls of the feet may cause calluses to develop on the balls of the feet. People with certain deformities of the foot, such as hammertoes, are prone to corns and calluses. Corns and calluses typically have a rough, dull appearance. They may be raised or rounded, and they can be hard to differentiate from warts. Corns or calluses sometimes cause pain.
If corns or calluses are causing pain and discomfort or inhibiting your daily life in any way, come in and see our podiatrist. In addition, if you have diabetes, poor circulation, or other serious illnesses, you should have your feet checked.
Our podiatrist will conduct a complete examination of your feet. Corns and calluses are diagnosed based on appearance and history. If you have mild corns or calluses, our podiatrist may suggest changing your shoes and/or adding padding to your shoes. Larger corns and calluses are most effectively reduced with a surgical blade. Our podiatrist can use the blade to carefully shave away the thickened, dead skin. The procedure is painless because the skin is already dead. Additional treatments may be needed if the corn or callus recurs. Cortisone injections into the foot or toe may be given if the corn or callus is causing significant pain.
- Wear properly fitted shoes. If you have any deformities of the toe or foot, talk to our podiatrist to find out what shoes are best for you.
- Gel pad inserts may decrease friction points and pressure. Our podiatrist can help you determine where pads might be useful.


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Friday, October 7, 2011 Post By: Håvard
Are these things really you? How did you become the person you are right now? One of the most eye-opening realizations you can have as a person is that all these labels are arbitrary and will in many cases not be a true description of your self.
Our personalities are formed from we are very young. Long before we have a conscious idea of our own minds we are subjected to other peoples labels for us. "You're such a good boy", "you don't have much of a talent for dance", "Why do you always mess up?", "You are such a great painter!". We are presented these "facts" from before we can even understand what it means.
These messages, combined with cultural norms, advertising, popular media and countless other forms of sensory input helps shape who we identify ourselves as. When we grow older we might reject certain labels and adapt new ones that we think fits better. But how true are these assumptions about ourselves?
Almost all of the features of our personality are made up and can be changed. If you think you are lazy and have a hard time getting motivated, that is how you will be. But there is no hardwired gene that makes someone lazy. If you reject the label and instead decide that you are full of motivation to get things done, that is how you will act.
This is true for virtually every mental picture we have of ourselves. Obviously, there are physical attributes that determine parts of who we are that can not be changed, but your appetites and personality traits are not set in stone. They are just accumulated mental habits from years of conditioning by others and yourself.
Realizing this can be quite scary. A typical reaction when you start to realize that your very sense of self is not definite is to feel like everything is falling apart. That everything is floating. That nothing is certain. These reactions are uncomfortable, so scary that many will reject the very idea that their sense of self is not 'real'.
After the initial confusion is over this insight opens up a whole new way of seeing the world and your place in it. You can no longer say that you wish you had a better ear for music, or I'd love to travel more but I am too overwhelmed by the planning. You are free to re-frame your very core. If you wish you were braver, realizing that your cowardice is not a real thing give the tools to re-imagine yourself with the courage you want. If you want to be good with money, you can make that a feature of your personality.
This process is by no means easy. There is tremendous amounts of resistance against these kinds of radical shifts of your self. The first step on the way however is to realize that you have the power to decide what kind of person you are.

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Happy birthday on Wednesday to one of the most creative, talented and interesting people who never lived.
If the source I consulted is to be believed, the great detective Sherlock Holmes will be 156 on Wednesday of this week. Hollywood has celebrated the occasion by creating a new film about the great man - a film which converts the Victorian paragon to someone who might live right down the street from you or me, in the present day.
I've seen the film, which is playing in Jamestown as I write this column, and I'd like to review it for you, and to tell you something about the literary ramifications of Holmes, as well.
Lord Blackwood (Mark Strong, Rear) threatens Sherlock Holmes that he will return from the grave to seek revenge on the famed detective, played by Robert Downey, Jr.
WHO IS SHERLOCK HOLMES?
Chances are good, even if you don't read for enjoyment, that you are familiar with Sherlock Holmes. He is a fictional character who was created by a British author, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. He was first written about in 1887, and stories of his genius at crime solving were described by Doyle in four novels and 56 short stories.
In July of this year, Sir Arthur will have been dead for 80 years. His copywrites on his stories and characters have expired, and they have passed into the public domain, where anyone who wishes to do so may use them or copy them. As a result, probably hundreds of authors, both talented and not so talented, have attempted to copy or even to surpass the original.
Novelist Michael Chabon, for example, imagined Holmes emerging from retirement to help a young boy who was a refugee from Hitler's concentration camps, in his novel ''The Final Solution.'' Television series such as ''House,'' ''Monk,'' and ''Psych'' try to imagine a detective with Sherlock's skills, set in the framework of modern institutions such as medical science and law enforcement practices.
Doyle's personal letters indicate that he copied his famous fictional character from the manners and practices of one of his professors at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, where the author received a degree as a medical doctor.
Dr. Joseph Bell was the professor who used to amaze his students by noticing small details which were far from obvious, and drawing conclusions from those details which often made obvious, things which were unknown, moments before.
According to Doyle's stories and novels, Holmes lived in rented rooms, at 221B Baker St., in an upper middle class section of London, between Regents Park and Hyde Park. He worked as a consulting detective, often brought in by family members of people who were involved in a mystery because the police were unable to solve the case. He once makes the claim that he has a sliding scale for his fees, and he never deviates from it, although he occasionally remits his fee, altogether.
Early in his career, Holmes found the cost of his expensive living situation to be beyond his financial means. He advertised for someone to share the rent, and was soon sharing the rooms with a bachelor medical doctor, Dr. John H. Watson. All of the books and stories about Holmes which were written by Doyle except for four stories, are narrated by Dr. Watson.
My sources are in agreement, in none of the books nor stories does Holmes actually say the words ''Elementary, my dear Watson,'' which are probably the most famous lines associated with the characters.
Eventually Holmes becomes more successful financially, even solving crimes for national governments and being given medals and expensive jewels by kings and emperors, but Watson has become so useful, serving as assistant, messenger, spy, lookout, and medical advisor, that the two men do not consider making other arrangements, except for a few years when Watson was married. They resume working and living together after Mrs. Watson dies.
Literary scholars who have studied the characters, not just what they actually say or is said about them, but things such as how they pronounce certain words, their use of technical jargon, and other such elements, have pronounced that Holmes attended Cambridge University, where he studied in Sidney Sussex College.
Occasionally Holmes uses hired assistants and he sometimes pays informants, including a group of children who live in the neighborhood of his apartment. He calls his band of young assistants, ''The Baker St. Irregulars.''
Doyle only directly refers to one sibling of his great detective. Mycroft Holmes is a government official, who is described as even more talented, but with considerably less energy and drive. Mel Brooks made a film, back in the 1970s, called ''Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother,'' which starred comic actor Gene Wilder, although for some reason, Brooks demoted Mycroft from older to younger brother.
Several times, in Doyle's writings, Holmes says lines similar to this: ''I wouldn't allow my sister to do such a thing.'' Some literary detectives claim this proves that Holmes had at least one sister, but she is never named and there is the possibility that he meant that if he had a sister, he wouldn't allow her to do it.
Occasionally, Doyle would submit segments of his stories to popular magazines, and they were published in serial style, so that readers had to buy the next issue in order to learn what happened next, in one of his adventures. Various artists were hired to provide drawings of Holmes, Watson, and other characters, to help readers to form images of what they might look like.
Sidney Paget first portrayed Holmes in the clothes with which he is associated. Gradually, other illustrators began to portray the detective in a tweed overcoat with a cape, which was a popular style in Victorian England, and would keep him warm, while causing rain to run off his shoulders and chest without soaking into the sleeves and body of the coat. They also took the line from Doyle's text, that he wore a ''travelling cap with ear flaps,'' and turned it into the image of the famous deerstalker hat, a tweed hat with a peak to keep rain off the wearer's face, and a second peak, in the rear, which caused rain to drip down onto the cape of his coat, rather than run down the back of his neck.
Although Doyle never protested against Holmes being portrayed in those clothes, he never incorporated them into his writing, either.
Probably the most controversial part of the Holmes stories is the fact that the detective is shown to have symptoms of a bi-polar disorder. When he is on a case, he sleeps very little, and is completely swallowed up in his efforts to solve the case. When he is between cases, he becomes deeply depressed and often fails to eat and doesn't come out of his rooms.
Especially in his ''down'' periods, Holmes was prone to take habit-forming drugs, especially cocaine, which he injected, in what he called ''a seven-percent solution.'' He also occasionally used morphine.
Use of those drugs was not illegal at the time.
Now that we have a sense of the character Sir Arthur dreamed up, let's see how he fares in Guy Ritchie's contemporary film.
THE MODERN FILM
The events of history cause people to change in what behavior they admire and of what they disapprove.
In the 1950s, for example, Doris Day was portrayed as the ideal young woman, because she was attractive and fashionable, but she sacrificed her desires to her beliefs that she should conform to the rigid morality which was officially sanctioned.
In the 1960s, Jane Fonda became legendary for films in which she not only flew in the face of popularly-sanctioned morality, she invented futuristic devices to promote her own pleasure, contrary to that morality.
In the last years of the 19th Century and the first three decades of the 20th Century, Sherlock Holmes was admired and imitated because he devoted himself, monk-like, to his duty as a detective. He didn't date, he didn't marry, he never loosened his necktie. While he neglected the tidiness of his living situations, during his ''down'' periods, his personal appearance continued to display what was described as a ''cat-like love of personal cleanliness,'' in ''The Hound of the Baskervilles.''
Director Guy Ritchie has decided that modern young people - who are the audience which is most desired by the film industry, because they spend the most on films themselves and on items inspired by films - would identify more with the detective who utilized that seven-percent solution of cocaine than they would with the one who never loosened a necktie.
Beginning with his ground-breaking introduction to the film industry, ''Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels,'' Ritchie has made a very identifiable kind of films. He uses a great many computer-created images. He often leaves out frames of film. We see a character enter a room, then suddenly he is at the other end of the room. It's just like pressing the ''fast-forward'' button on our television remote so we aren't bored by someone doing something as monotonous as walking from here to there.
He isn't troubled by events which couldn't fit together, in real life. In ''Sherlock Holmes,'' for example, his characters begin a chase in the basements under Westminster Palace, where Parliament meets, and suddenly run out onto the upper level of Tower Bridge, which was then just under construction. Not only have they risen in one instant from underground to more than 200 feet in the air, they have travelled a distance which takes at least 20 minutes to travel by high-speed subway trains.
Ritchie combines a lot of sexual suggestions with a lot of violence. He tosses in a few helpings of what works for other films. There is the magic of Harry Potter and the sarcastic ignoring of reality, such as in the Indiana Jones films. The result is entertaining, if you don't care much about understanding it.
The film begins with a black magic ritual. A lightly-clothed young woman writhes on a slab while a man in a hood and a black robe mouths ritual mumbo-jumbo which seems to compel her to lift a dagger over her own anatomy. Holmes breaks in, followed by a troupe of police officers, and the robed man is arrested.
He turns out to be a nobleman named Lord Blackwood. The evil doer is put on trial, but before his execution by hanging, he warns Holmes that he will return from the grave and eventually triumph. Three days after his hanging, witnesses begin to claim they have seen Blackwood around the town, and the ritual murders begin again.
Holmes tries to solve the mystery while trying to keep Watson as his assistant, although the good doctor has determined to marry a pretty young woman. He also finds himself playing cat and mouse with a woman from his own past who is the only person he has ever known who could match his deductive skills.
Ritchie doesn't care if you believe it. He dazzles you with the gorgeous scenes of the London of the early 19th century. He scares you with close escapes and dramatic gestures. He has cast Robert Downey, Jr. as the title character. Considering the actor's reputation with drug addiction, he is more believable than you might think.
Downey's Holmes is usually unkempt, although he does manage to show off an extensive muscularity. He is a wonderful actor who can throw away a line with real style, and who always manages to act somewhat above the material. His interaction with Jude Law's more buttoned-down Watson is enjoyable. It brings to mind Shawn and Gus in ''Psych.''
I enjoyed the film, although I thought it was painfully loud, much of the time. ''Sherlock Holmes'' isn't sacred writ, so a film crew is entitled to experiment around with it. I did find offensive the constant manipulation of time. For example, in a fist fight, the attacker's arm moves faster than normal. The impact of fist with jaw is almost stop action, after which we see the results of the blow in the face of the victim, as jaw is unhinged, bones break, etc. Then the action resumes at unnatural speed.
It was an entertaining night out, if not a work of art. It does make one compare what things were valued by the 19th Century, with what things are valued in the 21st Century, and hang one's head in dismay.

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In this episode, we delve into the murky waters of intimate relationships, nuclear families, and revolutionary theatre practices with Andrej Zulawski’s Possession. From the film’s almost instant cult-status to its rocky release, we look at what has made Possession one of the great filmic break-ups and breakthroughs of the late 20th century.
Possession. Dir Andrej Zulawski, 1981.
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Leland Speed Obituary – Dead: Leland Speed kicked the bucket of amyotrophic sclerosis alike, Thursday, January 28, 2021, and loved ones were completely knocked out.
Sadly, Jackson Leland Speed has kicked the bucket after an intense battle with even amyotrophic sclerosis, causing a major setback and tormenting the sweet family. Any leftover experience on this news will be strengthened upon confirmation.
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Mayor Cranley and city citizens, I implore you to finish the streetcar. Besides the long term benefits of creating investment in our urban core and the potential opportunities that go with that I ask that you consider this.
If we cancel it, we will immediately lose the $32 million already spent, lose the $44.9 million in federal funding, lose the Duke lawsuit of $15 million, and face lawsuits from the contractors.
And now with a petition going on to put this toward a special election we may as a city have to shell out another estimated $400,000. I just don’t think it’s fiscally responsible to halt the project at this point.
Chris Davis, Sayler Park

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Source: YouTube | Rockstar Games
Recently we wrote about the fact that Grand Theft Auto Online will receive a new update called The Criminal Enterprises. From the information we could learn that new content will be added to the game, which will recreate the problems that currently plague most of the real world, including high gasoline prices. The update is now available.
The Criminal Enterprises launches
The Criminal Enterprises introduces a lot of additional content to GTA Online, but the most interesting seems to be the fact that the game will recreate the problems that actually afflict most of the world. In the addition, we will be able to play the role of an IAA agent, whose task will be, among other things, to investigate the issue of drastically rising gasoline prices. The game will also feature the problem of high temperatures. The announcement of the game itself arouses considerable excitement among fans on Reddit, who do not hide their excitement and are waiting for the opportunity to download the update.
The Criminal Enterprises offers not only new tasks, but also improves existing features in the game, such as bringing easier healing. In addition, new cars will be available with the update, which should come as no surprise to those who have been playing Grand Theft Auto Online for some time, as new means of transportation are added regularly.
The online module for GTA has been immensely popular, and I'm sure that The Criminal Enterprises is not the last big addition to this game.


Fredi stays says Frank
Tottenham Hotspur (Spurs) Football Club is located in North London. The club is also known as Spurs. Tottenham's home ground is White Hart Lane. The club motto is Audere est Facere (To dare is to do).
Frank Arnesen has moved quickly to assure Fredi Kanoute that he has a bright future at White Hart Lane.
Fredi has been frustrated by continuing newspaper speculation suggesting that he will soon be on the move with the latest media link claiming that he is to be sold to Southampton.
But Sporting Director Arnesen insists that this is wide of the mark.
“I will be speaking to Fredi because I know how unsettling these kind of rumours can be and I want to end all this unfounded speculation,” said Frank.
“We have never spoken to Southampton about Fredi because we are very happy to have him here. He’s a good player and an important part of our squad.”


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French And Indian War Timeline Worksheet. This american revolution revolutionary war french and indian war activity explains the centuries old rivalry between england and france that shaped america s early history and then challenges students to write about a. This printable packet contains 17 events from the French and Indian War.
Identify the causes of the French and Indian War Make predictions about the outcomes of the war. The French and Indian War During the 1600s and 1700s Great Britain France and Spain often fought one another to gain lands. Both sets of printable timelines include color and.
Educator Resources for Teaching the French and Indian War with lesson plans and videos Brain Pop Educators.
1758 - William Pitt Increases War Spending. This time line will help your students put events in chronological order. Causes and Effects of the French and Indian War French and Indian War Worksheet Day 22 The French and Indian War Sets the Stage for the American Revolution Day 23 Events Leading to the American Revolution Day 24 The American Revolution Reading Comprehension Day 25. W 40 N 70.


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[Update] EA Signs Coldwood For Unravel Sequel
Update: EA has confirmed that Coldwood is working on a sequel to Unravel.
At EA’s Investor Day this morning, the publisher announced that it is continuing its investment in smaller projects. To that end, it is extending its deal with Unravel developer Coldwood.
Details on the next game haven’t yet been announced, but EA executive vice president Patrick Söderlund references the way gamers have attached to Unravel’s Yarny both in and out of the game. “At EA, we love working with creative and passionate development teams, in our own studios and our partners,” Söderlund writes. “Which is why I’m very pleased to announce that we’ve signed a new agreement with Coldwood to work with them on their next project.”
For more on Unravel, check out our review.
EA continues to discuss Unravel as a “very un-EA game.” Söderlund told us at E3 2015 (right after Unravel was announced), that this is a new direction for the publisher. We’re interested to see how, a year later, EA ramps up its efforts with smaller titles at E3.


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How to Keep a Tajik Girl Happy
Keep in mind that Tajikistan women are conservative, which might make them worried about men exactly who are not openly gay or perhaps lesbian. Even though most Tajik ladies are Muslim, they dress in similar manner. They don’t wear revealing clothing or perhaps see-through pieces. Additionally they do not cover their privates. In times of oppression, Tajikistan females were thought to be quiet and submissive to their husbands. However , in today’s, Tajik women have started in order to these traditions and show all their independence throughout the arts.
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The crisis of the 9/11 terrorist attacks has sparked a surge of increased civic engagement by young people in the United States, but there is also evidence of a growing…
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An Interactive Tool for Teaching Faithful Stewardship
Keeper of My Heart: A Steward’s Walk of Faith–An Interactive Tool for Teaching Faithful Stewardship will help participants discover that stewardship is our vocation. The counsel and personal stories illustrate various ways different people have learned stewardship principles and how they developed faith in God’s care as a result. Participants will experience a deeper relationship with God as they learn how to live out the timeless principles of practicing faithful stewardship.
This set includes six one-hour sessions with videos and questions for discussion.
- Stewardship Run Amok
- The Ultimate Trust of Ownership
- The Trust Factor
- Teaching Children about Faith and Finance
- How Does One Afford a Christian Education?
- Stewardship is Life Management
Includes leader’s guide and two DVDs. Hosted by John Mathews and Joelle Reuer.
Worksheets are needed for all six sessions of Keeper of My Heart. The worksheets should be available at the same table and beside the sign-in sheet for nightly attendance. Each registered guest should take a worksheet. The facilitator may print the number of copies needed for each session by clicking the links below:
- Session 1 Worksheet: Stewardship Run Amok
- Session 2 Worksheet: The Ultimate Truth about Ownership
- Session 3 Worksheet: The Trust Factor
- Session 4 Worksheet: Teaching Children about Faith and Finance
- Session 5 Worksheet: How Does One Afford a Christian Education?
- Session 6 Worksheet: Stewardship Is Life Management
These documents are provided in black and white for easy printing. A heavier weight paper with a matte finish will make a better copy and make it easier for participants to keep the sheets in a black file folder (also provided by facilitator) for future reference.


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GREENCASTLE — Despite remaining within striking distance, the opponent ultimately had too much firepower down the stretch.
Behind commanding performances from Delaney Roman and Kelsi Ceriani, Northern York swept Greencastle-Antrim in straight sets Monday evening, handing the Blue Devil girls' volleyball team its fifth loss in the last six matches.
The Polar Bears, who are currently ranked fourth in the District 3-AA power ratings with a record of 13-2, recorded set victories of 25-21, 25-18 and 25-21 en route to the 3-0 sweep.
G-A (6-8) was well-positioned to extend the Mid-Penn Capital Division contest in the third, leading 18-16 late before Northern reeled off a decisive 9-3 run to close the deal.
Early on, the Blue Devils clearly proved capable of exchanging blows with the visitors, paced by solid play in the middle by Chloe Hoover.
Four of Hoover's seven kills came in the first set, cutting the deficit to 22-19 before the Polar Bears pulled away for the four-point win.
Consecutive cross-court kills from Abbey Pool gave G-A a 10-9 lead midway through the second set with slams from Cierra Stoner and Brycelin Spidel keeping the Blue Devils within reach after falling behind 11-10.
Much like the opener, Northern hit another gear when it needed to, showcasing a well-rounded approach on its way to a 2-0 advantage.
Needing to respond, G-A came out swinging in the third, establishing a 5-1 lead before the Polar Bears drew even at 6-6.
The sides continued trading points throughout the entertaining stanza, with a perfectly-placed loft from Erin Koons finding the floor for a 13-11 G-A margin.
Kills from Stoner and Courtney Stump followed with another fake pass by Koons splitting the Northern defense, culminating into an 18-16 lead and a Northern timeout.
From here, the momentum shifted, with the Polar Bears reasserting themselves by pulling ahead 21-18 before salting away the 25-21 set win to complete the sweep.
Koons matched Hoover with a team-high seven kills while recording 14 assists and eight digs.
Bailey Hopkins led the Blue Devils with 20 digs at libero followed by 12 digs from Stump.
G-A was victorious in Monday's junior varsity match, defeating Northern 2-1.
Gabby Baughman finished with five kills, seven assists and six aces to pace the Blue Devils followed by Jessica Root's five kills and five aces.
G-A, which entered Monday ranked in the final qualifying spot for districts at No. 14, travels to Big Spring today before hosting Waynesboro on Thursday.


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The role of your roof’s drip edge is to direct water away from your roof and into your gutters. The drip edge can be found at the edge of the roof, right near the gutter. While it’s a small, subtly noticeable piece, it’s essential for keeping your roofing material dry and protected from the elements. Roofers in Bryan, Texas offer a variety of material types for drip edges—including copper which inhibits algae and moss from growing. Drip edges can improve the look of your home. They help fill in lines and spacing, and since they come in many colors, they can add a pop of color to your home that is sure to stay vibrant over the course of its life.
What criteria will a proper drip edge meet?
A drip edge must be adhered directly to the deck of a roof if it’s to be installed along the eaves of the roof. In this case, an underlayment will be added over the drip edge to finish the installation and complete the look.
If the drip edge is going to be installed to a roof rake, the underlayment must be added beneath the drip edge. This assures the roof deck stays dry during storms.
One feature that makes the drip edge so useful is its ability to resist corrosion. It doesn’t wear out or break down over time and stays visually appealing.
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In order to combat extreme weather and remain sturdy and strong, a proper drip edge should be able to be nailed to the roof deck.
Bryan, Texas roofers adhere to the city’s municipal code that determines the proper attachment of drip edges and their supporting underlayment. Following these standards allows the manufacturer’s warranty to remain applicable and ensures the roof’s longevity. If the building codes are not followed, the homeowner risks the roofing system not being covered by the manufacturer warranty.
Luckily for the homeowner, there are thousands of style options for the roof’s drip edge, and all varieties will help limit maintenance and keep the roof visually appealing and functional for longer.

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The Phillies had hoped that David Robertson, a stalwart at the back of the bullpen during 11 seasons in the American League, would be a major contributor to their team when they signed him to a two-year, $23 million contract before the 2019 season.
For their investment, the Phillies got just 6⅔ innings.
Robertson's time with the Phillies is essentially over.
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He suffered a recent setback in his recovery from elbow surgery and has been told to stop throwing for six weeks, manager Joe Girardi said Saturday.
That means his season is over. The right-hander, who will turn 36 in April, will be a free agent this offseason.
Robertson injured his right elbow early in 2019. He pitched in just seven games then was shut down and had Tommy John surgery in August 2019. Robertson had been progressing well and was hoping to join the Phillies in September before his setback.
While Robertson is out of the picture for a September return, lefty Ranger Suarez is very much in the picture.
Suarez pitched well out of the bullpen last year but missed the start of this season while in COVID-19 protocol. He is close to being ready and Girardi indicated he could be activated very soon.


The violence of my onslaught bore him to the ground, and I, not to release my choking grip, went with him.
"The Suitors of Yvonne" by Raphael Sabatini
Lenore bore the hot wind and the fine, choking dust without covering her face.
"The Desert of Wheat" by Zane Grey
That I was well choked is proved by the fact that my throat bore the crescent-shaped mark of my assailant's thumb nail.
"A Mind That Found Itself" by Clifford Whittingham Beers
One culverin, caliber nineteen libras, old Manila casting, choke-bored, twenty-nine calibers in length.
"The Philippine Islands, 1493-1898: Volume XIV., 1606-1609" by Various
In a choke-bore gun, the end of the barrel is drawn in slightly and made smaller to keep the shot together.
"Outdoor Sports and Games" by Claude H. Miller
Then his shoulder rubbed, and he found himself skidding to an undignified stop, choking the bore.
"Space Tug" by Murray Leinster
Bring down quail with a choke-bore, or knock over a buck deer with a rifle.
"Torchy, Private Sec." by Sewell Ford
I bore them without a cry; I was too much choked by my feelings.
"The Pacha of Many Tales" by Frederick Marryat
Some of the seed fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked it so that it bore nothing.
"The Children's Bible" by Henry A. Sherman
The gushing blood under his helmet choked him, and they bore him upon a litter from the field.
"Henry IV, Makers of History" by John S. C. Abbott
He bore him to the floor and choked him into insensibility.
"Astounding Stories of Super-Science, October, 1930" by Various
The choke-bore is the reserve gun, in case of specially long range and great penetration being required.
"The Hills and the Vale" by Richard Jefferies
The methods of choke-boring have since been varied and improved by the leading English gun-makers.
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If you were happily chilling under a rock this week, or simply want to get all your information in one neatly tied up package – you’re in the right place. We’ve rounded up all the biggest news in digital, social media and tech advances (in our opinion) that have happened during the week for you.
So get that cup of coffee or tea and prepare to be well-informed.
Bruce officially became Caitlyn
You might be thinking, “What does this have to do with digital news?” Well when Bruce officially decided to come out as Caitlyn with her Vanity Fair photo shoot, she broke a record for how quickly she got so many Twitter followers. She gained over 1 million followers in the four hours since creating her new account – taking the crown from the previous record holder, U.S. President Barack Obama.
To further educate the populous on transgender etiquette, an anonymous Twitter user also created a Twitter bot @she_not_he who automatically replied to any tweet mentioning Caitlyn with the wrong pronoun.
Nielson released a report on South African Twitter use
Staying with Twitter, Nielson, the global information and measurement company, recently commissioned a study into the Twitter usage habits of South Africans as a whole. Some of the findings might surprise you – like the fact that females slightly edge out males as dominant on the platform – and are definitely worth a look if you work in the world of social media. We found a great Mybroadband article highlighting the keyfindings.
Google I/O 2015
We’re going back a bit further in time than a week with this one, but no one can ignore Google. At Google I/O 20015, the tech giant announced something for everyone, from a new look at app permissions, to tweaks to their android wearables, to their efforts to ensure that countries with limited internet access can still experience connectivity in impressive offline modes. Catch up on it all in TNW’s breakdown of everything announced at Google I/O 2015.
Facebook finally supports Gifs
It’s the update we’ve all been waiting for – who needs a timeline refresh, or better targeted adverts – we can all finally express ourselves with Gifs. Even better, this new feature is supported in both the desktop and mobile versions of the platform. Gif goodness everywhere. Mashable even put out an article telling you exactly how to take advantage of this new feature.
And while we’re at it – Tumblr just released a new Gif Search function. Enjoy!Tags: Caitlyn Jenner, Consumer marketing, Digital news, DigitLab, Facebook, Gifs, Google+, social media, trends, Tumblr, Twitter Last modified: March 8, 2020


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May 18, 2021 as part of the Jefferson Forum: Embracing Transformation
Workshop Description: The pandemic has drastically changed how health and behavioral health providers interact with communities, presenting both challenges and opportunities when it comes to providing equitable health access, addressing trauma and social variables, and leveraging telehealth and new technologies. A panel of community health leaders explores the broad and innovative ways that health providers are engaging with communities for tremendous impact.
Thanks to our Speakers: Featuring Rev. Paul Abernathy (CEO, Neighborhood Resilience Project); Dr. Elizabeth Cuevas (Division Director, AHN Center for Inclusion Health); Dr. Jenn Elliott (Associate Professor, Duquesne School of Pharmacy); and Dr. Jerome Gloster (CEO, Primary Care Health Services, Inc.)


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Tour news: Sleep / Superwolves, Nathaniel Rateliff, Midge Ure, more
Here's a roundup of recent tour news. Check the Tour Dates category for more.
SLEEP / SUPERWOLVES
Sleep have awoken from their hiatus and have announced a trio of shows leading up to April 20. They'll play Denver's Mission Ballroom on 4/18, Colorado Springs' The Black Sheep on 4/19, and Albuquerque's El Rey Theater on 4/20. All three shows are with Superwolves (Bonnie Prince Billy & Matt Sweeney).
ROADBURN 2022 LINEUP
Beloved Netherlands heavy music festival Roadburn had to go virtual in 2021 but it's set to return in person in 2022 from April 21-24. and the lineup includes Ulver, Alcest, Liturgy, Full of Hell/Nothing, Backxwash, and more.
CAR SEAT HEADREST / BARTEES STRANGE
Car Seat Headrest have announced a 2022 tour where they will be joined on most dates by Bartees Strange.
JOSS STONE AND CORINNE BAILEY RAE
Joss Stone and Corinne Bailey Rae will be teaming up for a early 2022 tour that includes stops in Orland, Savannah, Atlanta, Nashville, Houston, Dallas and more. Get all dates and tickets here.
RESTRAINING ORDER / WORN / SPY
Hardcore bands Restraining Order (Triple B Records) and Worn (From Within Records) are hitting the road together in January, surrounding appearances at FYA Fest. That includes one leg with Spy (which hits Ridgewood, NY's Trans-Pecos on 1/2) and one with C4. All dates here.
ASTROWORLD 2021 LINEUP
Travis Scott's two-day Astroworld festival happens November 5 & 6 and they've just announced the lineup which is headlined by Travis and also features Tame Impala, SZA, Bad Bunny, Earth Wind & Fire, Yves Tumor, Chief Keef, 21 Savage, Baby Keem, Lil Baby, Master P, Roddy Ricch, Sheck Wes, Toro Y Moi, Young Thug, and more.
Nathaniel Rateliff & THe Night Sweats release new album The Future on November 5 and to celebrate they're playing sold out shows at Beacon Theatre on November 4 & 5 (tickets). They've just added another NY area show, playing Port Chester's Capitol Theatre on November 6 (tickets).
Brian Fallon‘s new album, Night Divine is out November 5, and he‘s just announced a lengthy North American tour with Worriers, The Dirty Nil and Hurry.
Former Ultravox frontman Midge Ure begins his Un-Zoomed & Face to Face Tour tonight at Daryl's House in Pawling, NY and from there he heads to Boston, Philly, DC, NYC (City Vineyard on November 4 & 5), Oakland, Sacramento and more. All dates are listed here.
NICK MASON'S SAUCERFUL OF SECRETS
Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets, the band led by Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason that performs pre-'Dark Side of the Moon' material, will return to North America in 2022.
2021 JOHN HENRY & FRIENDS BENEFIT
Steve Earle & The Dukes and City Winery have announced the seventh annual John Henry's Friends benefit concert, benefiting The Keswell School, an educational program for children and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (and where Earle's son, John Henry, is a student). The 2021 edition happens on December 13 at The Town Hall in NYC, with performances from Bruce Springsteen, Rosanne Cash, The Mastersons, Willie Nile, Matt Savage, and Steve Earle & The Dukes.
KATY KIRBY (NEW DATES WITH SUN JUNE)
Katy Kirby, who released her debut album Cool Dry Place back in February, will be on tour in February with Fenne Lily and Illuminati Hotties including shows at L.A.'s Zebulon on 2/13 and NYC's Bowery Ballroom on 2/24. She's just added more dates, starting February 25 in Kingston, NY which are with Sun June. Head here for all dates.


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Interested in refinancing your mortgage? View today's mortgage refinance rates for fixed-rate and adjustable-rate mortgages to see if you could lower your.
With interest rates rising, refinancing to change your rate may not be in your best interest. However, there are some cases where it may be beneficial to refinance, including to get a new term or to convert from an adjustable rate to a fixed rate. If your credit score is your main concern, you can work to improve it.
7 1 Arm Rates Trend 7 1 Arm Rates – Samir Idaho Homes – Teaser rates on a 7 year mortgage are higher than rates on 1 or 3 year arms, but they’re generally lower than rates 7-year ARMs, like 3 and 5-year ARMs, are based on various indices, so when the general trend is for upward rates, the teaser rates on adjustable rate.
You may hear that 1.5% of your loan amount is a good rule of thumb for closing costs but it is always best to ask your loan officer about all your options. PennyMac also offers a refinance calculator to see if refinancing your home can help you lower your monthly payment or consolidate your debt. This is a great place to start as you weigh costs against benefits.
Mortgage rates were caught in a tug of war this. More Real Estate: It’s best to make mortgage payments to loan servicer.
Bank Rate 30 Year Mortgage Refinance mortgage rate slides for Friday – The average 30-year fixed-refinance rate is 4.47 percent. Compared with last week, that’s $1.79 lower. You can use Bankrate’s mortgage calculator to figure out your monthly payments and see the.
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But it doesn’t lower your interest rate, so you won’t save money on interest – only student loan refinancing helps you lower your rate, if you qualify. How do I refinance my student loans? Many lenders offer student loan refinancing, from traditional banks, to credit unions to online lenders.
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