Art Services International brings collection to U.S. for first time Aug 18, 2008
Artists include William Powell Frith, David Roberts and Edwin Long.. The collection includes then-modern canvases in London in the 1880s, which depict contemporary life, landscapes, animal studies, and marine subjects. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Local green sceneWind farm? Sun panels? Developers, agencies find pro-enviro options Aug 12, 2008
On April 16, Mayor David Roberts agreed, along with the leaders of over 800 cities and towns across the nation, to pledge a reduction in carbon dioxide emissions by 2012 or earlier. Those signing must do several things: make sure developments conform to recently created sustainable building standards (known Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design or LEED), promote and facilitate bicycle usage, and seek and employ clean energy sources. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
PopCap Confirms Peggle for Nintendo DS Jul 26, 2008
During his keynote presentation at CGA Seattle yesterday, PopCap CEO David Roberts provided an early glimpse of the DS version of Peggle, which is expected to be made available in North America late 2008. ADVERTISEMENT. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Good and bad news for Hoboken youthAcclaimed anti-gang program gets grant, but is on hiatus for a few weeks Jul 14, 2008
"The STY program offers our young people a positive outlet for their self-expression."- Mayor David Roberts ... Bob Menendez and Frank Lautenberg, Congressman Albio Sires, and Mayor David Roberts for lobbying for the funding ... Mayor David Roberts said, "Our summer recreation programs are vital to families in our community. I am proud of all the wonderful opportunities we offer for the children in our city.". (Weehawken Reporter, NJ)
Hirst hopes to revolutionise art market with 'Golden Calf' Jun 20, 2008
Qatar's royal family and the Scottish property entrepreneur David Roberts are said to be among the biggest buyers of Hirst's work, as are a number of wealthy Russians. Sotheby's has extended the pre-sale exhibition to 10 days double the normal length and has alerted museums and galleries in hope that some of the works will reach public collections. (Independent)
Creating a movement Two local women honored for outstanding work in the arts Apr 16, 2008
Fallo's position was created during the administration of Mayor Anthony Russo, when now-Mayor David Roberts, then a member of the City Council, had a dream of creating a cultural event in town that would rival those in New Hope, Pa. That event was the Hoboken Arts Festival. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
'Missing' fraud art goes on show Apr 11, 2008
The works by 19th Century artist David Roberts were left to The Art Fund charity in 1998 by owner Helen Guiterman but never materialised ... He had forged Ms Guiterman's will, making himself entitled to her estate, including the collection of six oil paintings and 51 watercolours and drawings by David Roberts ... David Barrie, director of The Art Fund, said: "Helen Guiterman was a devoted collector of the work of David Roberts, who, during his lifetime, was one of the best-known and most... (BBC News -- UK)
Another contentious Hoboken election! School board candidates jockeying before Feb. 25 filing deadline Feb 17, 2008
Three of the incumbents on the nine-member board plan to run for re-election this spring, and political observers are asking whether Mayor David Roberts, as well as various council members and the town's various "reformers," will put together their own tickets ... In keeping with the same sentiment, Mayor David Roberts said that over the past few weeks, he has had "serious conversations with parents and other residents who have expressed their interest in being candidates.". (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
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Ocwen Financial Corporation Announces Receipt of 'Going Private' Proposal at $7.00 per Share Jan 15, 2008
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Hollywood's new scapegoat Nov 30, 2007
Depp will likely stick with the project -- after all, Warners bought the Gregory David Roberts book for him for $2-million -- until the ideal conditions can be met. That's the point. (Variety)
Strike delays 'Shantaram,' 'Nine' Nov 20, 2007
called off a February production start on "Shantaram," the Mira Nair-directed adaptation of the Gregory David Roberts novel that was to star Johnny Depp. The Weinstein Co., meanwhile, postponed "Nine," the Rob Marshall-directed musical that was slated to start production in March with Javier Bardem, Penelope Cruz, Sophia Loren and Marion Cotillard starring. (Variety)
MACC Singers' “Carols by Nov 15, 2007
Throughout the concert solos of familiar carols will be sung by: Emily Sudholt, Cody Burson, Lindsay King, David Roberts, and Danielle Utters. Betsy Coffey will perform on trumpet, and Rachel Colley and Tabatha Meyers will play O Come All Ye Faithful on the soprano and alto recorders. (Moberly Monitor-Index, MO)
Iraq victim due to be a dad Sep 24, 2007
Last night, Sgt Stansfield's commanding officer in Iraq, Lieutenant Colonel David Roberts, said: "He was a first class soldier with an extremely bright career ahead of him. "He was admired by the soldiers he led and respected by everyone. "Mark had a wealth of experience from previous operational tours in the Balkans, Northern Ireland and Iraq. He was a true professional in every sense of the word. "A devoted family man, Mark sustained the injuries that led to his tragic and untimely death the... (Oxford Mail)
Contact your representatives Sep 21, 2007
Mayor: Thomas Campbell Deputy Mayor: Lesa Heebner Council members: Thomas Campbell, Joe Kellejian and David Roberts. VISTA 600 Eucalyptus Ave., 92085 Mailing address: P.O. Box 1988, Vista, CA 92085. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Get Movies updates: Mar 27, 2007
March 27, 2007 As Mira Nair was travelling to a number of film festivals with her film since August last year, she was also working on several film projects, including a detailed outline for Gregory David Roberts' autobiographical novel, Shantaram ... I have also had extensive chats with Gregory David Roberts. (Rediff)
Photo Gallery Jan 28, 2007
Mayor David Roberts said that the increase would have gained millions of dollars for city parks. However, council members voted against it, spurred by those who feel Hoboken is becoming overdeveloped. (Union City Reporter, NJ)
Nair, Depp journey to India film Jan 19, 2007
Nair will direct from a script by Eric Roth, who is adapting Gregory David Roberts' tome of the same name. Novel is based partly on the author's own adventures, according to publisher St. Martin's Press. (Variety)
