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Editorial: San Anselmo council should have delayed raise
September 17, 2009 by
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WOULD YOU turn down a 200 percent pay raise that was set to kick in automatically in a few months?
That is exactly what San Anselmo Town Council members were asked to do this month.
Monument wins
September 17, 2009 by
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Thursday, Sept. 17
LENOX -- Molly Masiero netted the hat trick as Monument Mountain kept Lenox winless with a 4-0 victory on Wednesday afternoon.
Reed touts S.J. as hub of clean tech
September 17, 2009 by
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He announced that the city has partnered with PG&E, Cisco and IBM to jointly apply for $42.5 million in federal stimulus dollars for a Smart Grid project. If the proposal gets funded, it would equip 75,000 business and residential customers with energy devices that would help them...
Workplace blood donors down
September 17, 2009 by
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Before the recession hit, Jacksonville's blood bank would pull its buses up to the Anheuser-Busch brewery and pump 300 units of blood from employees. Then came buyouts, retirements and layoffs.
Napolitano says immigration reform on back burner for now
September 17, 2009 by
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LAS CRUCES - While the federal government is "zooming along" on efforts to reduce the illegal drug trade and secure the border, immigration reform is on the back burner, at least for now, U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano told a crowd here Wednesday night.
Song of celebration
September 17, 2009 by
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The mariachi group Tapatio, from El Paso, performing during Dia Del Mariachi 2009, at WNMU Fine Arts Center Theatre last Saturday.
Los Gatos mountain students could be losing ride to high school if VTA cancels service
September 17, 2009 by
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The cash-strapped Valley Transportation Authority's board of directors is scheduled to take up the controversial proposal to cut bus and light rail service at its Oct.
All dolled up
September 17, 2009 by
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Colorful dolls were on display during Dia Del Mariachi 2009, held at WNMU Fine Arts Center Theatre last Saturday.
Los Gatos shorts: Residents encouraged to join cleanup day
September 17, 2009 by
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West Valley communities are being asked to pitch in locally and join the Sept. 19 international cleanup effort.
Los Gatos couple, children's group claim special United Way awards
September 17, 2009 by
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A Silicon Valley couple and a children's support organization were recently recognized for their outstanding contributions to the local chapter of the United Way.
Los Gatos shorts: New Millenniun to raise money for LGHS
September 17, 2009 by
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The New Millennium Foundation's annual fundraiser, La Dolce Vita: An Italian Extravaganza, which raises money for needed classroom equipment at Los Gatos High School, is on Sept.
Analysis: Dems eye yes-no vote on health care
September 17, 2009 by
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Analysis: Maneuvering to avoid a GOP filibuster
AP sources: U.S. to reveal Euro missile defense plan
September 17, 2009 by
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WASHINGTON — The Obama administration appears likely to adopt a compromise European missile defense plan that shelves many of the components that have been a major irritant in relations with Russia, with an announcement expected today.
Minnesota Twins' Nick Blackburn -- and his changeup -- find a groove
September 16, 2009 by
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The pitch that often separates major league pitchers from minor league pitchers is a change-up. Big-leaguers know how to hit the hard stuff, and no one knows that better than Nick Blackburn.
Not so fast ... Twins four games back of Tigers
September 16, 2009 by
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The Twins haven't always taken care of their business this season, which is why they're still chasing a playoff spot with 16 games remaining. On Wednesday, however, they did — and the timing couldn't be better.
Ohio inmate 'traumatized' after failed execution
September 16, 2009 by
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Ohio governor grants one-week reprieve for killer
Obama tries to sidestep debate on race and politics
September 16, 2009 by
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President declines to discuss Carter's remarks on issue
A's complete sweep of Rangers
September 16, 2009 by
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Rookie Trevor Cahill and two relievers combined on a one-hitter as the A's helped push the sagging Texas Rangers further out of the AL wild-card picture.
HS Football 2009: FCIAC football preview capsules
September 16, 2009 by
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Bassick
COACH -- Frank Marcucio (1st year)
CLASS -- L
HOME FIELD -- Kennedy Stadium
2008 -- 2-9
STARTERS RETURNING/LOST -- 18/4
THEY'RE HERE -- Sr. QB Rodney Lanham Jr.
Obama gives ways to rate efforts in Afghanistan region
September 16, 2009 by
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Congress briefed on 50 measures to determine progress
On deck for A's: Cleveland
September 16, 2009 by
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ON DECK FOR A'S: VS. CLEVELANDSite: Oakland Coliseum.About the Indians: Cleveland is coming to Oakland after being swept in three-game series at the Metrodome.
Ballet ropes in a classic to launch season
September 16, 2009 by
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Every art form has its classics — enduring works that never lose their appeal and have something to say to each succeeding generation. In American culture, examples include Mark Twain's "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn," George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in...
A mandolinist, and a Mozartean
September 16, 2009 by
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Chris Thile does not try to hide his nervousness about tonight's world premiere of his first orchestral work. The star mandolinist is all too aware of the scores of schmaltzy, if not downright failed, attempts by popular performers to take on classical music.
Harvest Frolic at the Barrett Homestead on Sunday
September 16, 2009 by
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HOOSICK, N.Y. -- The beginning of fall will be marked at the Barnett Homestead with the Fall Harvest Frolic, Sept. 20 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The frolic will feature a number of family activities and demonstrations reflecting the homestead’s historic Revolutionary War theme...
Stimulus money will boost SVSU Title I programs
September 16, 2009 by
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BENNINGTON -- How the Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union plans to spend more than $3 million in federal stimulus money was the topic of a special SVSU meeting Tuesday evening.
In front of board members and principals from each district, Superintendent Catherine Mc-Clure lead a...
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