Blogging the Vote in Iraq - New York Times: "Blogging the Vote in Iraq
Published: December 18, 2005
Web logs invaded the Internet around the same time as the American-led coalition invaded Iraq, so it is fitting that some of the most insightful commentary on the war has come from Iraqi citizens - students, professionals, homemakers, soldiers, former Baathists and others - on their personal sites. The Op-Ed page asked several young Iraqi bloggers to write about their experiences during the parliamentary voting on Thursday - and to share their thoughts about what the election will mean for their country's future."
Saturday, December 17, 2005
"Lost City of Hamoukar" by Edward Willett
"Lost City of Hamoukar" by Edward Willett: "Lost City of Hamoukar
Copyright 2000 by Edward Willett
These days, when the world is covered by cities, we can be forgiven for thinking that there's nothing much special about them. You get a bunch of people together, you put them in houses, you add a few businesses, and presto! Instant city.
But in fact cities are a relatively recent invention. Modern humans have been around for hundreds of thousands of years, but the concept of the city has existed for less than 10,000."
Copyright 2000 by Edward Willett
These days, when the world is covered by cities, we can be forgiven for thinking that there's nothing much special about them. You get a bunch of people together, you put them in houses, you add a few businesses, and presto! Instant city.
But in fact cities are a relatively recent invention. Modern humans have been around for hundreds of thousands of years, but the concept of the city has existed for less than 10,000."
SUNSET ON THE OREGON COAST DEC 16,2005
It's it just a wonderful feeling that we just 
drive a very short distance and be able to have such beauty at our doorstep. We can say we are blessed when it comes to our Ocean views along the Oregon Coast. Get out if you can and enjoy the beauty of nature at work. Sometimes I hear from others they have lived here for along while but don't take time to take a walk along the beach or just sit in your car and listen and watch the ocean. ENJOY!
drive a very short distance and be able to have such beauty at our doorstep. We can say we are blessed when it comes to our Ocean views along the Oregon Coast. Get out if you can and enjoy the beauty of nature at work. Sometimes I hear from others they have lived here for along while but don't take time to take a walk along the beach or just sit in your car and listen and watch the ocean. ENJOY!
Friday, December 16, 2005
The Christmas Potluc
The Christmas Potluck Dinner..
Don’t forget the Christmas Potluck Dinner held on Christmas Day. Social Hour at 1:00pm and dinner at 2:00 pm. Sign-up at the clubhouse now.
Don’t spend the holiday alone come join other residents in celebrating Christmas. The Thanksgiving dinner had about 25 diners. We would expect a similar number of folks on Christmas.
Don’t forget the Christmas Potluck Dinner held on Christmas Day. Social Hour at 1:00pm and dinner at 2:00 pm. Sign-up at the clubhouse now.
Don’t spend the holiday alone come join other residents in celebrating Christmas. The Thanksgiving dinner had about 25 diners. We would expect a similar number of folks on Christmas.
Web Edition - NewsGator Online
Web Edition - NewsGator Online: "Henry Kissinger
'The absence of alternatives clears the mind marvelously.'"
'The absence of alternatives clears the mind marvelously.'"
The Dropa Stones - Part One
The Dropa Stones - Part One: "The Dropa Stones
In 1938, Chinese archaeologists discover strange stone disks in a remote mountain cave, and they may contain an incredible message.
Part 1: The Discovery
The gray overcast sky hung low in the isolated valley on the cool autumn afternoon. The surrounding mountain peaks had been masked by the heavy clouds for days. A deep rumble shook the ground,"
In 1938, Chinese archaeologists discover strange stone disks in a remote mountain cave, and they may contain an incredible message.
Part 1: The Discovery
The gray overcast sky hung low in the isolated valley on the cool autumn afternoon. The surrounding mountain peaks had been masked by the heavy clouds for days. A deep rumble shook the ground,"
The 10 Most Puzzling Ancient Artifacts
The 10 Most Puzzling Ancient Artifacts: "The 10 Most Puzzling Ancient Artifacts
Over the last few hundred years, many perplexing artifacts have been unearthed that do not fit the currently excepted theories of geology and the history of man.
The Bible tells us that God created Adam and Eve just a few thousand years ago, by some fundamentalist interpretations. Science informs us that this is mere fiction and that man is a few million years old, and that civilization just tens of thousands of years old. Could it be, however, that conventional science is just as mistaken as the Bible stories? There is a great deal of archeological evidence that the history of life on earth might be far different than what current geological and anthropological texts tell us. Consider these astonishing finds:"
Over the last few hundred years, many perplexing artifacts have been unearthed that do not fit the currently excepted theories of geology and the history of man.
The Bible tells us that God created Adam and Eve just a few thousand years ago, by some fundamentalist interpretations. Science informs us that this is mere fiction and that man is a few million years old, and that civilization just tens of thousands of years old. Could it be, however, that conventional science is just as mistaken as the Bible stories? There is a great deal of archeological evidence that the history of life on earth might be far different than what current geological and anthropological texts tell us. Consider these astonishing finds:"
BBC NEWS | UK | England | Somerset | Ramp creates power as cars pass
BBC NEWS | UK | England | Somerset | Ramp creates power as cars pass: "Ramp creates power as cars pass
Electro-Kinetic Road Ramp
The ramps generate up to 50kW of power
A road ramp that uses passing cars to generate power has been developed.
Dorset inventor Peter Hughes' Electro-Kinetic Road Ramp creates around 10kW of power each time a car drives over its metal plates."
Electro-Kinetic Road Ramp
The ramps generate up to 50kW of power
A road ramp that uses passing cars to generate power has been developed.
Dorset inventor Peter Hughes' Electro-Kinetic Road Ramp creates around 10kW of power each time a car drives over its metal plates."
BBC NEWS | Health | Key gene 'controls skin colour'
BBC NEWS | Health | Key gene 'controls skin colour': "Key gene 'controls skin colour'
Zebrafish - copyright Paul Reiman, University of Iowa
Zebrafish genes are similar to humans'
Scientists believe that studying the humble zebrafish may have helped solve the mystery of human skin colour.
A team at Penn State University has found just one tiny change in a key gene plays a major role in determining skin pigmentation."
Zebrafish - copyright Paul Reiman, University of Iowa
Zebrafish genes are similar to humans'
Scientists believe that studying the humble zebrafish may have helped solve the mystery of human skin colour.
A team at Penn State University has found just one tiny change in a key gene plays a major role in determining skin pigmentation."
BBC NEWS | Americas | Bush spying claim causes US storm
BBC NEWS | Americas | Bush spying claim causes US storm: "Bush spying claim causes US storm
George W Bush
One of Bush's top aides says he did not break the law
Allegations that President George Bush authorised security agents to eavesdrop on people inside the US have caused a storm of protest, even from his allies.
Republican Senator John McCain called for an explanation, while Senator Arlen Specter, Senate Judiciary Committee chairman, called it 'inappropriate'."
George W Bush
One of Bush's top aides says he did not break the law
Allegations that President George Bush authorised security agents to eavesdrop on people inside the US have caused a storm of protest, even from his allies.
Republican Senator John McCain called for an explanation, while Senator Arlen Specter, Senate Judiciary Committee chairman, called it 'inappropriate'."
Thursday, December 15, 2005
These pictures were taken by Charles Burke. He wants to learn how to make thumbnail pictures for the website and this is a part of the , "How to for him".
He can't see what we did to do this operation so we are sending him some data about How to.
Meanwhile these pixs are of our crab fleet preparing for the crab season to open down at the Bay Front... All except one and that is of some fishing club gear. Isn't it nice to have Charles on Board?
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He can't see what we did to do this operation so we are sending him some data about How to.
Meanwhile these pixs are of our crab fleet preparing for the crab season to open down at the Bay Front... All except one and that is of some fishing club gear. Isn't it nice to have Charles on Board?
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The Long View Hills Morning coffee club...anyone is welcomed on the hill to join in on the round table talks. Lot of enjoyment is had here and you sure can learn about many things from many great people that live here. Come join in!!
PS: Sorry about the numbers on the picture...new camera...still learning
Bulge at South Sister slows down
Bulge at South Sister slows down: "Bulge at South Sister slows down
Volcano - Scientists say the rate of magma eases, and there are no signs the mountain will erupt in the near future
Thursday, December 15, 2005
RICHARD L. HILL
The expansion of a swelling bulge near South Sister volcano appears to be slowing.
Scientists with the U.S. Geological Survey reported Wednesday that measurements taken during the past year indicate only a slight increase in uplift of a roughly 150-square-mile area three miles west of the mountain. The center of the bulge moved upward by about half its average yearly rate of 1 inch since it began forming in 1997."
Volcano - Scientists say the rate of magma eases, and there are no signs the mountain will erupt in the near future
Thursday, December 15, 2005
RICHARD L. HILL
The expansion of a swelling bulge near South Sister volcano appears to be slowing.
Scientists with the U.S. Geological Survey reported Wednesday that measurements taken during the past year indicate only a slight increase in uplift of a roughly 150-square-mile area three miles west of the mountain. The center of the bulge moved upward by about half its average yearly rate of 1 inch since it began forming in 1997."
State allows transfer of PGE ownership
State allows transfer of PGE ownership: "State allows transfer of PGE ownership
End of era - The PUC permits bankrupt Enron to cancel old shares and issue new stock to satisfy creditors
Thursday, December 15, 2005
GAIL KINSEY HILL
State regulators on Wednesday gave a green light to bankrupt Enron's plans to transfer ownership of Portland General Electric to creditors, signaling the end of a turbulent 81/2-year relationship between Oregon's biggest utility and one of the nation's most notorious companies."
End of era - The PUC permits bankrupt Enron to cancel old shares and issue new stock to satisfy creditors
Thursday, December 15, 2005
GAIL KINSEY HILL
State regulators on Wednesday gave a green light to bankrupt Enron's plans to transfer ownership of Portland General Electric to creditors, signaling the end of a turbulent 81/2-year relationship between Oregon's biggest utility and one of the nation's most notorious companies."
Web Edition - NewsGator Online
Web Edition - NewsGator Online: "Alice Kahn
'For a list of all the ways technology has failed to improve the quality of life, please press three.'"
'For a list of all the ways technology has failed to improve the quality of life, please press three.'"
Web Edition - NewsGator Online
Web Edition - NewsGator Online: "Ogden Nash
'Parents were invented to make children happy by giving them something to ignore.'"
'Parents were invented to make children happy by giving them something to ignore.'"
Web Edition - NewsGator Online
Web Edition - NewsGator Online: "Joe Weinstein
'My dog is worried about the economy because Alpo is up to 99 cents a can. That's almost $7.00 in dog money.'"
'My dog is worried about the economy because Alpo is up to 99 cents a can. That's almost $7.00 in dog money.'"
Mother tosses baby from burning building
Mother tosses baby from burning building: "Mother tosses baby from burning building
By Associated Press
Updated: 12/15/05
NEW YORK
A mother, cornered by smoke and flames, prayed as she tossed her 1-month-old baby from a third-floor window to the crowd below.
[Full Story Below ?]"
By Associated Press
Updated: 12/15/05
NEW YORK
A mother, cornered by smoke and flames, prayed as she tossed her 1-month-old baby from a third-floor window to the crowd below.
[Full Story Below ?]"
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
BBC NEWS | Science/Nature | Tools unlock secrets of early man
BBC NEWS | Science/Nature | Tools unlock secrets of early man: "Tools unlock secrets of early man
By Mark Kinver
Science reporter, BBC News website
Flint tool found at the Pakefield site (Harry Taylor/NHM)
Researchers are confident the tools are 700,000 years old
New research shows early humans were living in Britain around 700,000 years ago, substantially earlier than previously thought."
By Mark Kinver
Science reporter, BBC News website
Flint tool found at the Pakefield site (Harry Taylor/NHM)
Researchers are confident the tools are 700,000 years old
New research shows early humans were living in Britain around 700,000 years ago, substantially earlier than previously thought."
TUNE IN TO YOUR RADIO
Here's another Long View Hill's house that has been lighted up for the Holidays.This house is located on the North end of Deer Lane. While I was out taking this picture the Granddaughter was out with her small portable radio in the street watching the lights change and listing to the radio, she then told me that the lights are set to the music on our local Radio Station 98.1FM at night. So next time your out to see the lights, tune to this station while you enjoy watching these wonderful lights.
Web Edition - NewsGator Online
Web Edition - NewsGator Online: "Alexander Pope
'Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed.'"
'Blessed is he who expects nothing, for he shall never be disappointed.'"
Oldest Known Maya Mural, Tomb Reveal Story of Ancient King
Oldest Known Maya Mural, Tomb Reveal Story of Ancient King: "Oldest Known Maya Mural, Tomb Reveal Story of Ancient King
John Roach
for National Geographic News
December 13, 2005
Archaeologists today revealed the final section of the earliest known Maya mural ever found, saying that the find upends everything they thought they knew about the origins of Maya art, writing, and rule."
John Roach
for National Geographic News
December 13, 2005
Archaeologists today revealed the final section of the earliest known Maya mural ever found, saying that the find upends everything they thought they knew about the origins of Maya art, writing, and rule."
Tuesday, December 13, 2005
Expert revisiting tsunami theory
Expert revisiting tsunami theory: "Expert revisiting tsunami theory
Wave size - Skepticism in the Northwest compels a follow-up on the projected severity of a massive quake
Tuesday, December 13, 2005
LONGVIEW, Wash. -- A scientist who warned that a massive Pacific Ocean earthquake could drive waves in the Northwest anywhere from 65 to 98 feet high -- more than triple the size anticipated in state evacuation plans -- says he'll work with Washington state geologists to fine-tune his calculations."
Wave size - Skepticism in the Northwest compels a follow-up on the projected severity of a massive quake
Tuesday, December 13, 2005
LONGVIEW, Wash. -- A scientist who warned that a massive Pacific Ocean earthquake could drive waves in the Northwest anywhere from 65 to 98 feet high -- more than triple the size anticipated in state evacuation plans -- says he'll work with Washington state geologists to fine-tune his calculations."
Web Edition - NewsGator Online
Web Edition - NewsGator Online: "Larry Hardiman
'The word 'politics' is derived from the word 'poly', meaning 'many', and the word 'ticks', meaning 'blood sucking parasites'.'"
'The word 'politics' is derived from the word 'poly', meaning 'many', and the word 'ticks', meaning 'blood sucking parasites'.'"
BBC NEWS | Health | Brain scans help think away pain
BBC NEWS | Health | Brain scans help think away pain: "Brain scans help think away pain
Man holding his head
The technique could help people cope with serious pain
It may really be a matter of mind over matter - scientists suggest it is possible to control brain activity to reduce the pain you feel.
Stanford University researchers found seeing brain scans and using mental exercises helped reduce pain.
A UK pain expert said the work backed other studies which suggested changing how people thought about pain could reduce its effects.
The research is in Proceedings of the National Academy of Science.
Hope"
Man holding his head
The technique could help people cope with serious pain
It may really be a matter of mind over matter - scientists suggest it is possible to control brain activity to reduce the pain you feel.
Stanford University researchers found seeing brain scans and using mental exercises helped reduce pain.
A UK pain expert said the work backed other studies which suggested changing how people thought about pain could reduce its effects.
The research is in Proceedings of the National Academy of Science.
Hope"
"CHRISTMAS CRAFTS"
On Monday some of the ladies on the hill gathered at the club house to make holiday center pieces for their tables and learn new ideas from eachother. There were only a few there, but they really enjoyed themselfs. Remember to check the monthy calendar out for what is going on at the Club House, who knows you might want to stop by.
Everyone needs to try and get out and enjoy the wonderful Christmas Lights our residents have put up to enjoy this time of year. Just get in the car after dark and take a short drive around the park, if you don’t drive, ask a neighbor or friend to take you around. It’s getting to be a bit cool after the Sun goes down to take a walk around to see them, unless you are a brave heart and dress nice and warm. Jim Dunlap has done a great job as shown in the picture. Plus there are many others to see, there is one down the road on Deer Lane that you have to either sit in your car or stand to watch for a few minutes, it changes to different colors, all they need is some music outside to go with their lights. So everyone enjoy and have a very safe holiday.
COMPUTERSSSSSS
COMPUTERSSSSSS....
For a time ... a long time ... We had hopes of establishing a computer training, play lab and club at the club house. Some folks gave their older computers as they replaced them with new ones. Others donated other equipment. Trouble was they were all different in the way of operating systems and had different capabilities making it impossible to teach anything on them.
Donna Talarski put us on a waiting list at the Georgia Pacific plant in Toledo for 10 computers as they replace there older units with newer units. Today that became a reality. It started with a phone call from Donna saying that they had computers for us but they were on a first come first serve basis so we better hustle if we wanted first pick.
Throw the back seat out of the van... call Bill Furgason.. grab a banana for breakfast and we’re off to Toledo...
We arrive at the Toledo plant and the Capitan of Guards escorts us to the storage building where LVH’s new computers are waiting. They all are Pentium 3’s with Windows 98 operating systems. Along with the 10 we were given a server and an additional monitor.
Where are they now? They are in the back of my van. Why? Because we need a place to store them until we can go through them and then bring them to the clubhouse. Can you help?
New folks have moved into the neighborhood with computer expertise and a few of us older ones are here too. There are those that were interested in being in a LVH computer club. Now is the time that we could use your help. We have expert carpenters and cabinet makers here to .. We could use help making the computer room not look like a dumping ground by building shelving for our new computers.
For a time ... a long time ... We had hopes of establishing a computer training, play lab and club at the club house. Some folks gave their older computers as they replaced them with new ones. Others donated other equipment. Trouble was they were all different in the way of operating systems and had different capabilities making it impossible to teach anything on them.
Donna Talarski put us on a waiting list at the Georgia Pacific plant in Toledo for 10 computers as they replace there older units with newer units. Today that became a reality. It started with a phone call from Donna saying that they had computers for us but they were on a first come first serve basis so we better hustle if we wanted first pick.
Throw the back seat out of the van... call Bill Furgason.. grab a banana for breakfast and we’re off to Toledo...
We arrive at the Toledo plant and the Capitan of Guards escorts us to the storage building where LVH’s new computers are waiting. They all are Pentium 3’s with Windows 98 operating systems. Along with the 10 we were given a server and an additional monitor.
Where are they now? They are in the back of my van. Why? Because we need a place to store them until we can go through them and then bring them to the clubhouse. Can you help?
New folks have moved into the neighborhood with computer expertise and a few of us older ones are here too. There are those that were interested in being in a LVH computer club. Now is the time that we could use your help. We have expert carpenters and cabinet makers here to .. We could use help making the computer room not look like a dumping ground by building shelving for our new computers.
Monday, December 12, 2005
Cove residents face new year of uncertainty
Editor:
A must read.. Keep informed
Cove residents face new year of uncertainty: "Cove residents face new year of uncertainty
Monday, December 12, 2005
T he other day, I got my first Christmas card in the mail. Although I was surprised by its early arrival, the card really did awaken the yuletide spirit for me.
Those at West Linn's Willamette Cove manufactured home park also got their first season's greetings the other day, in the form of park-closure notices. And you can guess that the park's 92 residents aren't strolling around humming 'Silent Night.'"
A must read.. Keep informed
Cove residents face new year of uncertainty: "Cove residents face new year of uncertainty
Monday, December 12, 2005
T he other day, I got my first Christmas card in the mail. Although I was surprised by its early arrival, the card really did awaken the yuletide spirit for me.
Those at West Linn's Willamette Cove manufactured home park also got their first season's greetings the other day, in the form of park-closure notices. And you can guess that the park's 92 residents aren't strolling around humming 'Silent Night.'"
USATODAY.com - Crisis in elder care foreseen
USATODAY.com - Crisis in elder care foreseen: "Crisis in elder care foreseen
By Janet Kornblum, USA TODAY
As 1,200 national delegates, policymakers and advocates for the elderly converge on Washington D.C., this week for the fifth White House Conference on Aging, many come with mixed feelings of hope and frustration that, though they've been sounding the alarm for years about a looming crisis in caregiving resources, Washington still doesn't seem to be listening."
By Janet Kornblum, USA TODAY
As 1,200 national delegates, policymakers and advocates for the elderly converge on Washington D.C., this week for the fifth White House Conference on Aging, many come with mixed feelings of hope and frustration that, though they've been sounding the alarm for years about a looming crisis in caregiving resources, Washington still doesn't seem to be listening."
Larry Craig Versus the Salmon - New York Times
Larry Craig Versus the Salmon - New York Times: "Larry Craig Versus the Salmon
Published: December 12, 2005
Small wonder Senator Larry Craig was once touted as 'legislator of the year' by the National Hydropower Association: the Idaho Republican has just shown how galvanized he can get on behalf of the Northwest power dam industry by slipping a sentence into a budget bill that would choke off financing for the hard-working federal agency that counts endangered salmon in the Columbia River."
Published: December 12, 2005
Small wonder Senator Larry Craig was once touted as 'legislator of the year' by the National Hydropower Association: the Idaho Republican has just shown how galvanized he can get on behalf of the Northwest power dam industry by slipping a sentence into a budget bill that would choke off financing for the hard-working federal agency that counts endangered salmon in the Columbia River."
BBC NEWS | Science/Nature | Magnetic north pole drifting fast
BBC NEWS | Science/Nature | Magnetic north pole drifting fast: "Magnetic north pole drifting fast
Aurora borealis, AP
Alaska could lose its northern lights, scientists say
The Earth's north magnetic pole is drifting away from North America so fast that it could end up in Siberia within 50 years, scientists have said.
The shift could mean that Alaska will lose its northern lights, or auroras, which might then be more visible in areas of Siberia and Europe.
The magnetic poles are different from geographic poles, the surface points marking the axis of Earth's rotation."
Aurora borealis, AP
Alaska could lose its northern lights, scientists say
The Earth's north magnetic pole is drifting away from North America so fast that it could end up in Siberia within 50 years, scientists have said.
The shift could mean that Alaska will lose its northern lights, or auroras, which might then be more visible in areas of Siberia and Europe.
The magnetic poles are different from geographic poles, the surface points marking the axis of Earth's rotation."
Laurence J. Peter Quotes
Laurence J. Peter Quotes: "Equal opportunity means everyone will have a fair chance at being incompetent.
Laurence J. Peter "
Laurence J. Peter "
Laurence J. Peter Quotes
Laurence J. Peter Quotes: "America is a land of taxation that was founded to avoid taxation.
Laurence J. Peter
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Laurence J. Peter
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Sunday, December 11, 2005
Helping seniors tune in to right network
Helping seniors tune in to right network: "Helping seniors tune in to right network
We sift through 12 Medicare supplement plans that six major providers are offering to seniors in Oregon
Sunday, December 11, 2005
JULIE TRIPP
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Along with prescription drug coverage, the next new thing in Medicare for Oregonians is the rise of 'preferred' health care provider networks.
The new options add benefits, but they also add confusion to an already-befuddling array of plans available to more than 500,000 senior Oregonians to supplement their Medicare."
We sift through 12 Medicare supplement plans that six major providers are offering to seniors in Oregon
Sunday, December 11, 2005
JULIE TRIPP
][
Along with prescription drug coverage, the next new thing in Medicare for Oregonians is the rise of 'preferred' health care provider networks.
The new options add benefits, but they also add confusion to an already-befuddling array of plans available to more than 500,000 senior Oregonians to supplement their Medicare."
Lost in the wilderness
Lost in the wilderness: "Lost in the wilderness
Some of this state's most precious land is waiting for another Oregon wilderness advocate in Congress
Sunday, December 11, 2005
T he legendary U.S. Sen. Mark Hatfield regularly chose his re-election year to push through wilderness legislation protecting Oregon forests, mountains and rangelands for perpetuity."
Some of this state's most precious land is waiting for another Oregon wilderness advocate in Congress
Sunday, December 11, 2005
T he legendary U.S. Sen. Mark Hatfield regularly chose his re-election year to push through wilderness legislation protecting Oregon forests, mountains and rangelands for perpetuity."
Slow down the 'Ghost Fleet'
Slow down the 'Ghost Fleet': "Slow down the 'Ghost Fleet'
Newport needs the jobs offered by a ship-salvaging firm,
Sunday, December 11, 2005
but tough questions await before a deal is rushed through
T he Port of Newport is moving much too fast to help a Virginia company turn Yaquina Bay into the West Coast's only scrap yard for old ships from the nation's 'Ghost Fleet' anchored in California.
Port and Chamber of Commerce officials sprang this surprise on the community just days ago after months of private talks with the company. The deal's announced timeline was astonishing: Final agreement as early as next month with the dismantling of ships beginning this spring."
Newport needs the jobs offered by a ship-salvaging firm,
Sunday, December 11, 2005
but tough questions await before a deal is rushed through
T he Port of Newport is moving much too fast to help a Virginia company turn Yaquina Bay into the West Coast's only scrap yard for old ships from the nation's 'Ghost Fleet' anchored in California.
Port and Chamber of Commerce officials sprang this surprise on the community just days ago after months of private talks with the company. The deal's announced timeline was astonishing: Final agreement as early as next month with the dismantling of ships beginning this spring."
"OUR COMMUNITY AND HOME ON THE HILL"
Let's remember what a wonderful Community Center we have here at Long View Hills and the great use we get out of it to meet and socialize with all the people that make this their home on the hill. Take time to visit with those who you cross paths with,as you come and go. We have so many new residents that have made this their home, so it's up to all of us to make this a friendly place and the best commiunity one would be proud to live. Our club house has so many items to use and check out to take home to either read, listen to or watch. Also the ping pong table, pool tables and even shuffle board, even a hot tub to help those aching bones is for use at the club house. We have many different functions that go on there, dinners, party's and get togethers. Hope to see a lot more residents get involved and come to our functions, they are listed on the monthy New's Letter calendar. In the near future I will be working on a survey to send to all residents, it will beplaced in your LVH club house mail box. Looking forward to your responses to get new ideas to make this a more enjoyable place to call home. Thank you so so much to all. ENJOY!!!!
Web Edition - NewsGator Online
Web Edition - NewsGator Online: "Johnny Carson
'For three days after death hair and fingernails continue to grow but phone calls taper off.'"
'For three days after death hair and fingernails continue to grow but phone calls taper off.'"
Web Edition - NewsGator Online
Web Edition - NewsGator Online: "Mitch Hedberg
'I like to play blackjack. I'm not addicted to gambling, I'm addicted to sitting in a semi-circle.'"
'I like to play blackjack. I'm not addicted to gambling, I'm addicted to sitting in a semi-circle.'"
Present at the Disintegration - New York Times
Present at the Disintegration - New York Times: "Present at the Disintegration
By KANAN MAKIYA
Published: December 11, 2005
London
WASHINGTON and Baghdad will be tempted, with the adoption of a new Constitution and the election on Thursday for a four-year government, to declare victory in Iraq. In one sense, they are right to do so. The emerging Iraqi polity undoubtedly represents a radical break not only with the country's past but also with the whole Arab state system established by Britain and France after the collapse of the Ottoman Empire."
By KANAN MAKIYA
Published: December 11, 2005
London
WASHINGTON and Baghdad will be tempted, with the adoption of a new Constitution and the election on Thursday for a four-year government, to declare victory in Iraq. In one sense, they are right to do so. The emerging Iraqi polity undoubtedly represents a radical break not only with the country's past but also with the whole Arab state system established by Britain and France after the collapse of the Ottoman Empire."
Death of an American City - New York Times
Death of an American City - New York Times: "Death of an American City
Published: December 11, 2005
We are about to lose New Orleans. Whether it is a conscious plan to let the city rot until no one is willing to move back or honest paralysis over difficult questions, the moment is upon us when a major American city will die, leaving nothing but a few shells for tourists to visit like a museum.
We said this wouldn't happen. President Bush said it wouldn't happen. He stood in Jackson Square and said, 'There is no way to imagine America without New Orleans.' But it has been over three months since Hurricane Katrina struck and the city is in complete shambles."
Published: December 11, 2005
We are about to lose New Orleans. Whether it is a conscious plan to let the city rot until no one is willing to move back or honest paralysis over difficult questions, the moment is upon us when a major American city will die, leaving nothing but a few shells for tourists to visit like a museum.
We said this wouldn't happen. President Bush said it wouldn't happen. He stood in Jackson Square and said, 'There is no way to imagine America without New Orleans.' But it has been over three months since Hurricane Katrina struck and the city is in complete shambles."
BBC NEWS | Health | The secret of 'muscular' old age
BBC NEWS | Health | The secret of 'muscular' old age: "The secret of 'muscular' old age
Man lifting weights
Maintaining muscle mass is easier when young
Scientists believe they have found a way to enable the elderly to maintain muscle.
Muscle is constantly being built and broken down, which works to maintain a balance in young adults.
But as people age, the breakdown process is more successful than the muscle-building action."
Man lifting weights
Maintaining muscle mass is easier when young
Scientists believe they have found a way to enable the elderly to maintain muscle.
Muscle is constantly being built and broken down, which works to maintain a balance in young adults.
But as people age, the breakdown process is more successful than the muscle-building action."
Parents may prize help in picking drug plan - Los Angeles Times
Parents may prize help in picking drug plan - Los Angeles Times: "Parents may prize help in picking drug plan
# Eileen Ambrose -- Personal Finance
This holiday, baby boomers can give their parents a gift they really may need: help choosing a Medicare prescription drug plan.
The new drug coverage kicks in next year, presenting those 65 and older dozens of options, each with its own premium structure, list of covered drugs and participating pharmacies. One of the best tools for cutting through the maze is Medicare's drug plan comparison program at www.medicare.gov.
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# Eileen Ambrose -- Personal Finance
This holiday, baby boomers can give their parents a gift they really may need: help choosing a Medicare prescription drug plan.
The new drug coverage kicks in next year, presenting those 65 and older dozens of options, each with its own premium structure, list of covered drugs and participating pharmacies. One of the best tools for cutting through the maze is Medicare's drug plan comparison program at www.medicare.gov.
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