Brenham Fire Department Nov 19, 2009
8:07 a.m. Tuesday The department responded to Brenham Veterinary Hospital for a general alarm. The cause of the alarm was burned wiring in an air conditioning unit ... 10:05 p.m. Tuesday BFD responded to a smoke alarm at Kruse Village. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Maersk Alabama repels 2nd pirate attack with guns Nov 19, 2009
An on-board security team repelled the attack by using evasive maneuvers, small-arms fire and a Long Range Acoustic Device, which can beam earsplitting alarm tones, the fleet said. Vice Adm. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
For stimulus funds, unlikely destinations Nov 19, 2009
The funds will furnish the party cruise vessel with an alarm and surveillance system and other security features ... The $123,000 designated for its Boston boat will pay for an alarm and surveillance system, among other security measures, said Gary Frommelt, vice president of marine operations ... $123,000 SPIRIT OF BOSTON The funds will furnish the party cruise vessel with an alarm and surveillance system and other security features. (Boston Globe)
Why Change Recommendations for Mamm... Nov 19, 2009
The government task force argues that early and frequent mammograms lead to many false alarms and unnecessary biopsies. Studies seem to support that they also don t increase survival rates for these women. (Suite101.com)
Boxford Police and fire log Nov. 9-11 Nov 18, 2009
11:37 a.m. Trouble alarm on Georgetown Road ... 10:31 p.m. Burglar alarm on Field House door, custodian to check it out. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Mammogram Advice Nov 18, 2009
" Her friend agreed. "I don't think I'll wait," said Leslie David-Jones, also 41, shaking her head. For most of the past two decades, the American Cancer Society has been recommending annual mammograms beginning at 40, and it reiterated that position on Monday. "This is one screening test I recommend unequivocally, and would recommend to any woman 40 and over," the society's chief medical officer, Dr. Otis Brawley, said in a statement. But the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, a government... (CBS News)
Surviving the Peer Pressure of Potluck Dinners Nov 18, 2009
Symptoms include alarm, confusion, despair. It s called Potluck Panic and it happens when your child s school asks you to cook a dish. (Fox News)
Kenwood receiver can borrow for repairs Nov 18, 2009
That would preserve any value that's left in the unfinished office tower and keep water and freeze-thaw cycles from damaging electrical, alarm and sprinkler systems. Most Read Stories. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
Tanjung Offshore gets RM7mil contracts Nov 17, 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Tanjung Offshore Bhds wholly owned subsidiary, Tanjung CSI Sdn Bhd (TCSI) has secured RM7mil worth of contracts from Petronas for the provision of various engineering equipment packages such as Metering System and Fire Alarm System. Tanjung, in a filing to Bursa Malaysia yesterday, said that TCSI was in the midst of satisfying the scope of work stipulated in the Letter of Awards for the contracts which involve engineering, assembly, testing and delivery of the engineering... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Click to read:New Advice: Skip Mammograms in Your 40s Nov 17, 2009
But the government panel of doctors and scientists concluded that getting screened for breast cancer so early and so often is harmful, causing too many false alarms and unneeded biopsies without substantially improving women's odds of surviving the disease ... Starting at age 40 would prevent one additional death but also lead to 470 false alarms for every 1,000 women screened. (CBS News)
Mutual financial reliance binds U.S., China Nov 17, 2009
Some U.S. economists and members of Congress have expressed alarm about a loss of economic sovereignty, and about America's being "in hock" to China. Beijing could try to wreck the American economy by dumping U.S. Treasury securities, they warn, or move to influence U.S. policy on sensitive political issues, like Taiwan, with the threat of dumping securities. (MSNBC -- International)
Police see burglars loot store but don't know who they are Three burglars looted a Fredericksburg pawnshop after cutting a hole in the roof and disabling the alarm system Nov 17, 2009
Three burglars looted a Fredericksburg pawnshop early Saturday after cutting a hole in the roof and disabling the alarm system. City police spokeswoman Natatia Bledsoe said the incident occurred about 3:25 a.m. at Fredericksburg Gold and Pawn at 447 Jefferson Davis Highway. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
The flu wars on the front lines in the schools Nov 17, 2009
Caught in the middle, districts are walking a fine line between giving parents accurate information and not causing unnecessary alarm. One problem is that parents-some with children who have other medical issues-want exact numbers on H1N1 cases, information that is not available, Darragh said. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Nigeria: The Auto Mechanics' Alarm Nov 16, 2009
com: Nigeria: The Auto Mechanics' Alarm (Page 1 of 1). The Auto Mechanics' Alarm ... In conclusion, aside from the alarm on job losses by the auto mechanics, we believe they have also drawn attention to some key national issues that should be taken seriously by policy makers. (allAfrica.com)
Johnson rolls at PIR Nov 16, 2009
In other words, about all Johnson has to worry about is making certain his alarm clock doesn't peter out. "You saw in Texas that anything can happen so we don't need to get too excited," said Johnson whose Hendrick Motorsports organization now has won six consecutive races at PIR, including four of the past five by Johnson. (AZCentral -- Sports)
The Parenting Place Nov 16, 2009
the items I have mentioned before:door knob cover, latch hook, and door alarm will cost less than 10 ... Since I have a pool, I also use the simple dollar store/walmart door alarms--should the door be opened the alarm would go off ... (my pool also has an alarm. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Boerne Police Department (29) Nov 16, 2009
In addition, officers answered one alarm and assisted with an ambulance call ... In addition, officers responded to three alarms. (Boerne Star, TX)
‘Think Twice Before Digging' (2) Nov 16, 2009
Eliminate any ignition sources such as pilot lights, matches, electric switches or motors, phones, firearms or even remote car alarms or door locks. Any of these sources may ignite the product. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
HINGHAM POLICE FIRE LOG: Oct. 26-Nov. 1, 2009 Nov 16, 2009
Report of medical alarm. 2:06 p.m. North St., traffic stop. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Public housing still needs a state advocate Nov 16, 2009
The progress that has been made water boilers replaced to restore hot water service and fire alarm installations that are nearly complete falls far short of where it should be. The upgrade was supposed to be accelerated and still it drags on. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Security systems let residents monitor homes Nov 15, 2009
Homeowners can set the new alarm systems to send text messages or e-mails when something goes wrong at home ... His HomeLogic alarm system offers live video feed from inside the house, and Mr. Karp also can disarm the security system by phone to let in workers or delivery people ... Homeowners with alarm systems usually recoup some of the costs with discounts on their insurance premiums, according to insurance professionals. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Historic Courthouse gets an extreme makeover (2) Nov 15, 2009
As part of the restoration, new electrical, heating-cooling, security, fire alarm and sprinkler systems, plumbing and ADA compliant fixtures are being installed underneath the building, inside walls and in other discreet ways so as not to interfere with the historic ambiance. Thats where the most difficult part of the project was encountered. (Boerne Star, TX)
Khazei generates some celebrity buzz Nov 15, 2009
There is an urgent alarm sounding right now; it s a five-alarm fire, JJ Abrams, co-creator of Lost and Fringe, says in a YouTube message. It is that Alan Khazei must be elected to the Senate. (Boston Globe)
Cheap whine: Chisel reunion gets bigger billing than V8s Nov 15, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. Peter McKayNovember 15, 2009. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Cape Cod in crisis? Not just yet Nov 15, 2009
National Geographic is right to sound an alarm, but the threat remains manageable, and the Cape s appeal is eternal. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Utah refinery shutting down following recent blast Nov 14, 2009
Federal investigators expressed alarm over the extent of damages caused by a refinery that has had a history of trouble dating to 2003. The U.S. Chemical Safety Board was still investigating a January fire that burned for 11 hours when it dispatched a team to look at Wednesday's blast at Silver Eagle Refinery in Woods Cross, which is five miles north of Salt Lake City. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Teacher in trouble over whaaaat? Nov 14, 2009
That the email you sent was not deliverable should also raise alarm bells that this was not a legitimate complaint. November 13th, 20093:38 pm. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Does Mexico City Need a Red-Light District? Nov 14, 2009
But the talk of sanctioned prostitution zones has set off alarm bells among Mexico's social conservatives, who fear their capital is turning into a den of sin. Leading the charge is the Roman Catholic Church, which argues that the government should be clamping down on the sex trade, not encouraging it. (Time.com)
Washington County Sheriff’s Department Nov 14, 2009
Patrolled 1,010 miles, assisted other agencies five times, responded to one auto accident, responded to one alarm and also responded to three calls of livestock in the roadway. Justice of the Peace Doug Zwiener supplies daily reports coming through his office, which handles charges recorded against subjects taken to the Washington County jail. (Brenham Banner, TX)
There is no S in Allen Event Center Nov 13, 2009
The one thing that stands out the most: The fire alarms certainly work. Workers were going in and out while putting the finishing touches on the building shouldnt this place have been done more than four days before its opening and this led to several triggers of the fire alarm. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
United Technologies to buy GE's security business Nov 13, 2009
supplies technologies such as fire detection and life safety systems, intrusion alarms and video surveillance and access control systems. The business has eight manufacturing facilities and about 4,700 employees in 26 countries. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Business)
UT to buy GE security unit for $1.8b Nov 13, 2009
supplies technologies such as its Vigilant-brand fire alarm systems, along with intrusion alarms and video surveillance and access control systems. The business, which is expected to have 2009 revenue of $1. (Boston Globe)
Wellesley Home of the Week: 182 Walnut St. Nov 13, 2009
Now, over two decades after the sounding of its final alarm, the building features a trio of modern and functional town homes that artfully utilize the firehouse s historic and artful footprint. The first of these a spacious two-bedroom unit with high ceilings and a master bedroom suite is the focus of this week s profile. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
Managing your nerd Nov 13, 2009
Taking out the garbage may require a dedicated alarm sound on the iPhone to make it happen, but that's fine. And while the nerd may blanche at the thought of a hand-balanced checkbook, all those charts and graphs don't do much good if the bills are never paid on time. (Harper's Magazine)
End of the world and Hollywood feels fine Nov 13, 2009
On the heels of Al Gore's global-warming alarm An Inconvenient Truth, doomsday is an especially fertile subject today, and current tales of the apocalypse take many forms. Plagues of vampires with Ethan Hawke's upcoming Daybreakers and zombies with the horror comedy Zombieland and George Romero's Survival of the Dead. (MSNBC -- News)
POLICE LOG / Monday, Nov. 2 to Sunday, Nov 8 Nov 13, 2009
Caller states there is a problem with her alarm system ... Also, caller is attempting to fix the problem with the alarm company. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
You want pesticides with that? Why less means more Nov 13, 2009
Search brisbanetimes. You want pesticides with that. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Mayfly May Thwart $3 Billion in Coal Mined by Blowing Up U.S. Mountaintops Nov 13, 2009
The industrys alarm bells arent necessary, as coal will continue to play a role in the U.S. energy supply, , head of the White House Council on Environmental Quality, said in an Oct. 16 interview. The goal is to ensure that we are dealing with the impacts on the natural resources and on the health of these communities adequately, she said. (Bloomberg)
Melrose Police Station overhauled thanks to business donations Nov 13, 2009
Even other city departments chipped in, Lyle said, with both Kevin Walsh, the Melrose Fire Department s superintendent of Fire Alarms and a certified electrician, and Melrose Public Schools facility manager Bob Ciampi helping out, in addition to city electricians. It s a 100-year-old building, Lyle said. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
D-S officials not worred about school budget Nov 13, 2009
The plan for overall maintenance in included the following costs: $24,800 in contract service agreements and $20,000 in emergency services of all HVAC equipment in school buildings; $10,000 in emergency service labor and materials for HVAC energy management system equipment inspection; $10,000 in emergency service labor and materials for fire and security alarm systems; and $2,000 in contract service agreement for boiler water testing and treatment. With a total of 21 rooftop HVAC units for D-S... (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
'This is only a test...' (878) Nov 12, 2009
Published: Tuesday, November 10, 2009 1:09 PM EST BRIDGMAN - A 200-gallon-per-minute leak in the reactor cooling system set off an alarm at the Cook Nuclear Plant. Operations Training Manager Brian Evans remained calm but deliberate as he ordered the reactor unit shut down and took two plant control room operators through a number of emergency checks and procedures. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Nigeria: Governors Raise Alarm over Erosion and Roads Nov 12, 2009
com: Nigeria: South East Governors Raise Alarm (Page 1 of 1). South East Governors Raise Alarm. (allAfrica.com)
GFD issues holiday fire safety tips Nov 12, 2009
Maintain your smoke alarms and fire extinguisher. Make sure the smoke alarms in your home work ... Test smoke alarms monthly and change the batteries twice a year. (West Memphis Germantown News, TN)
You want pesticides with that? Nov 12, 2009
You want pesticides with that. I think of architects as a kind of pioneer species. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Melrose Police Log Nov 12, 2009
9:54 p.m. Caller reports hearing a carbon dioxide alarm going off in a house on Winter Street. Fire Department made a forced entry. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Loafing Around Nov 11, 2009
With the timer function that comes standard in today's breadmakers, you can load the ingredients before bed and schedule the baking to end just as your alarm is going off the next morning. The perfect antidote to the winter doldrums. (Slate)
Former astronaut pleads guilty in attack on rival Nov 11, 2009
She bought a shotgun and had an alarm installed in her home, "all in effort to feel secure again, but none of it has worked.". She lives with Oefelein in Alaska. (Anchorage Daily News)
Affidavit: UConn Murder Centered on Woman Nov 11, 2009
The argument occurred after someone pulled the fire alarm inside the student union and as people were leaving the building ... Todd is accused of pulling the fire alarm and is charged with falsely reporting an incident and reckless endangerment. (CBS News -- US)
After the Recession, an Energy Crisis Could Loom Nov 11, 2009
Among the predictions likely to alarm the big energy consumers. Unless there is an "energy revolution," the planet will heat up by about 6. (Time.com)
UT near deal for GE fire, security unit Nov 11, 2009
is nearing an agreement to buy Co. s fire alarm and security systems unit for at least $1. 8 billion, two people familiar with the matter said. (Boston Globe)
Blizzard hits north China Nov 11, 2009
Hebei Province witnessed a heavy snowfall on Tuesday and a yellow alarm was announced. (Xinhua/Gong Zhihong). (Xinhuanet, China)
Godsell quits as Maroga stays on Nov 10, 2009
The CEO fires consultants for sounding the alarm on coal supplies. Turns out there IS a small problem with coal supplies. (Business Report, South Africa)
Felon held in brutal attack on elderly woman Nov 10, 2009
The Gelbers next door neighbor, Mariettta Jones, said Monday afternoon that she was in bed reading a book Sunday evening when heard a car alarm. Her dog threw a fit and the next thing she knew police were knocking on her door asking if she saw or heard anything. (Albany Times Union)
Writing through the rubble Nov 10, 2009
And should you linger, and find yourself borne back into the past, remembering what it was like to listen, helplessly, to the cheerleading, to cringe as a supposed liberal like Alan Colmes asked, "Should the people in Hollywood who opposed the president admit they were wrong?" you will also remember the alarm and outrage that ensued ... It's amazing to me that people who are so alarmed about global warming are so reluctant to adopt the obvious short-term solution -- the bridge until the day when... (Salon)
Thaksin royal comments fuel Thai-Cambodia furore Nov 10, 2009
" onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. " When Thaksin, who is living abroad to avoid a two-year jail term for corruption, was asked if the "royal institution" needed reform, he said: "Yes, yes. (Channelnewsasia.com)
Tornado damages homes in northwestern Oregon Nov 9, 2009
Valenzuela says everyone escaped unharmed at about 4 a.m. after a person inside heard a smoke alarm and notified the fire department. Accidental shots fired on US ship in Polish port. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Business as usual for Stuyvesant Fire District Nov 9, 2009
Automatic mutual aid between fire companies in the two towns means that currently both companies are dispatched in the case of an alarm within the area that was formerly under contract. Residents should have seen no difference in coverage, he said. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Former official to be sentenced for theft Nov 9, 2009
The fire alarm did not sound, and the building sustained minimal damage, police said. The incident happened sometime between 5 p.m. Friday and when the officers responded Saturday, a Boston police spokesman said. (Boston Globe)
Lego Rock Band review... you know, for the kids! Nov 9, 2009
If alarms are going off in your head, don't worry. It to us at first, either. (Ars Technica)
Council reviews 2010 budget Nov 9, 2009
Ward One Representative Ed Smith expressed alarm at the miniscule size of the contingency fund, one that he said should be between 500,000 and 700,000. Instead, it s set at 23,913. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
New Mexico City Braces for Salt Cavern Collapse Nov 8, 2009
Officials have set up a monitoring system that takes readings from tilt meters and pressure sensors every two seconds and averages them to determine whether there are changes drastic enough to trigger alarms. The alarms are expected to give authorities several hours to evacuate people in advance of a cave-in that could span anywhere from 200 to 500 feet, Griswold said. (Fox News)
Charles tribute to Canada troops Nov 7, 2009
Page last updated at 13:52 GMT, Friday, 6 November 2009. The Prince of Wales presented new colours to two units. (BBC News -- Americas)
Salman Rushdie 'to divorce' again Nov 7, 2009
Hitler house sale alarms locals. Lebanon government accord reached. (Yahoo News -- Celebrity Couples)
Terracotta army's new UK formation Nov 7, 2009
----------------- ----------------- RELATED BBC SITES. Last Updated: Wednesday, 5 September 2007, 15:19 GMT 16:19 UK. (Yahoo News -- Art and Museums)
Deaf to sign via video handsets Nov 7, 2009
Hitler house sale alarms locals. Murder probe into firework death. (Yahoo News -- Disabilities and the Disabled)
