Knight Security Deploys 3,000-Camera Network Feb 26, 2010
Knight Security Systems, which was founded in Dallas in 1984, merged with Austin-based Safe Sight in the spring of 2009 and the combined company now offers a wide range of security solutions including video surveillance, access control, intrusion alarm, fire detection, and wireless networking. Network security winner. (eSecurityPlanet)
Leaking credibility, Vt. Yankee must step up or face closure Feb 26, 2010
That 26-4 vote by the state Senate Wednesday should be like a control-room alarm siren to the nuclear industry as it tries both to extend the operating licenses of old plants like Vermont s and build new ones with taxpayer-backed loan guarantees. If nuclear plants really are to replace coal units, the worst producers of greenhouse gases, as the baseload choice of the future, their builders and operators have to mind their p s and q s.. (Boston Globe)
Health summit: Heated talk, little agreement Feb 26, 2010
That's the ultimate problem. " Related Stories With Cantor sitting in front of a giant stack of nearly 2,400 pages representing the Democrats' Senate-passed bill, Obama said cost is a legitimate question, but he took Cantor and other Republicans to task for using political shorthand and props "that prevent us from having a conversation. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
The Truth about Dating: Run away from that smoker Feb 26, 2010
")That doesn't count those years when you would have to be a full-time caregiver to a partner suffering from emphysema, lung cancer, or any of the other smoking-related ailments.Or perhaps you are looking to meet someone with whom you can start a family. I suggest you research studies by the American Council on Science and Health or the Centers for Disease Control. If you are a man, such studies show that "Women who smoke cigarettes are three times likelier than nonsmoking women to have... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Exeter citizens question Board of Selectmen candidates at forum Feb 26, 2010
"Winter said the Board of Selectmen must follow the will of the residents in leaving the two positions out.He continued by saying those working within the department must undergo an evaluation to determine how to operate more efficiently as he did not believe understaffing was the underlying issue.Citing material problems revealed in the town audit Gilman, the incumbent, said the need for additional personnel was necessary in order to conduct internal audits and begin to resolve long-standing... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Newmarket chief wants police pay raises Feb 26, 2010
"Cyr said the main goal of the bargaining team was to work to adjust existing officers' salaries to bring them in line with salaries in other towns, in order to retain the town's current officers.Cyr referenced an incident which took place on Feb. 19 during which a man entered a Great Bay Woods apartment of a woman -- and her two children -- with a restraining order against him.Officers responded to a 4:30 a.m. 911 call and were told the man had a gun and would shoot any patrol officers who... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
School official: Health care costs causing staff cuts Feb 26, 2010
"According to SAU 16 Chief Financial Officer Nathan Lunney, for all school districts, health insurance was the single biggest cost-driver in the budget. He pointed out that second on the list were local retirement contributions."There have been some cuts made to areas that are more educational in nature (such as supplies, curriculum and staff), while at the same time health insurance costs have been rising," he said.And while the effort to stifle the rising trend of health care increases at the... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Senate approves tax breaks for new hires Feb 25, 2010
"In addition to the hiring tax incentives and highway funding, the bill would extend a tax break for small businesses buying new equipment and modestly expand an initiative that helps state and local governments pay for infrastructure projects.Republicans and some Democrats were unhappy that Reid brought the jobs bill to the floor after abruptly dumping about $70 billion worth of tax breaks for businesses and individuals, help for the unemployed and additional Medicare payments to doctors that... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Duke CEO: Foreign funds to become key for financing Feb 24, 2010
Rogers has been sounding this alarm for several years. He took over Duke in 2006 when it purchased Cincinnati-based Cinergy Corp., where he had been CEO. Almost from the time he arrived in Charlotte, Rogers has talked about building direct relationships with insurance companies and other large capital holders for financing. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
Thomas Construction Feb 24, 2010
- Electric & Fire Alarm (Ste. Genevieve, MO). (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Student finds happiness in daily challenges Feb 24, 2010
When Knobloch's cell phone alarm goes off at 3:45 p.m. every day to remind her to do the blog, she said its important to make sure the blog tasks don't become a chore in her mind. To get the most out of it, you have to amp it up. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Nigeria: Reps Drop Bid to Probe Yar'Adua's Health Feb 24, 2010
" He noted that in order to avert future occurrence of any controversy, the section should be amended to transfer such powers to the National Assembly who are not under any obligation to the president and so would not be biased in its decisions. He said members of FEC are appointees and loyalists of the president and could not kick-start such a process, a situation which would be addressed by the amendment that the National Assembly shall after 21 days of absence constitute a panel of medical... (allAfrica.com)
Court Battle Over Janet Jackson Wardrobe Malfunction Feb 24, 2010
"There were considerable alarm bells about deviating from the script," Lewis told the 3rd Circuit panel. "CBS had a duty to investigate.". (W-USA News, DC)
Neighbor rousts Makiki residents from burning home Feb 23, 2010
Tanuvasa said the smoke alarm was going off but it was the doorbell that woke him up ... Tanuvasa said the smoke alarm was going off but it was the doorbell that woke him up. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
China's Dubai-on-the-Yangtze Feb 23, 2010
"All the SOEs are bidding the prices up to the sky,'' Zhang told China International Business, a magazine backed by China's Ministry of Commerce, in December. That's despite office vacancies in China's capital being at record highs, according to Boston-based commercial real estate company Colliers International. Chanos, a short-seller who was early to warn about Enron Corp., is one of a growing number of investors sounding the alarm. "Right now, the Chinese market is overheating,'' George Soros... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
The Fire Service cannot be the first line of defence Feb 23, 2010
Control of growth and effects of fire This set of measures is at the bottom of the hierarchy and involves, among others, some of the following: Installation of smoke alarms to warn of and detect fire in a timely manner ... This account, if true, suggests that there were no smoke alarms installed at the residence, which would be surprising thing. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
FTC sounds alarm: data leaking onto P2P networks Feb 23, 2010
The Federal Trade Commission today put nearly 100 companies and agencies that their employees appear to be regulalryleaking large amounts of sensitive customer and employee data on popular peer-to-peer, orP2P, file-sharing networks. The FTC did not name names, either of the victimized organizationsor of the P2P networks. (USA Today -- Tech)
There's method in the madness of Seven Network boss Kerry Stokes' surprise corporate manoeuvre. Feb 23, 2010
Selling your privately owned business into the public company you control has never been a great look and is always guaranteed to trip the shark alarm. The one ace Stokes (pictured) had up his sleeve in the proposed merger of his privately owned WesTrac - and its Caterpillar earthmoving equipment franchises - with Seven, the company of which he is executive chairman and major shareholder, was that he would not be taking cash from the transaction. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Lindt cocoa shells approved for use as fuel Feb 23, 2010
Tuesday February 23, 2010. Schiller Station, Lindt to begin partnership. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
New health proposal would limit rate hikes Feb 23, 2010
You know, they are saying: 'Ignore the wishes of the American people. We know more about this than you do. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Kate the Great is back in Portsmouth Feb 23, 2010
Tuesday February 23, 2010. March 1 beer release will be big day (and weekend) for the Brewery. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Mixed blessing: credit card reform may shock some Feb 23, 2010
"That's not all that will make them queasy.During the past nine months, credit card companies jacked up interest rates, created new fees and cut credit lines. They also closed down millions of accounts. So a law hailed as the most sweeping piece of consumer legislation in decades has helped make it more difficult for millions of Americans to get credit, and made that credit more expensive.It wasn't supposed to be this way. The law that President Barack Obama signed last May shields card users... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Portsmouth named 'most romantic city' Feb 23, 2010
" published Monday on MSN.com's local edition, includes a list of eight North American cities and towns each romantic for its own, swoon-worthy reasons and one of the eight is Portsmouth.Bower's take? In Portsmouth, the romance lies primarily in our legends, history and in our soothing water views. Isn't that romantic? Eight romantic North American cities and towns, according to travel writer and National Public Radio commentator Crai S. Bower:Quebec CitySavannah, Ga.Portsmouth, N.H.Mendocino,... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Afghan Cabinet: NATO airstrike kills 27 civilians Feb 23, 2010
"It said reports indicated that NATO planes fired at a convoy of three vehicles, killing at least 27 people, including four women and a child, and injuring 12 others.It urged NATO to "closely coordinate and exercise maximum care before conducting any military operation" to avoid further civilian casualties.The airstrike was not related to the massive ongoing NATO offensive on the southern Taliban stronghold of Marjah in neighboring Helmand province. But it could still hurt government and NATO... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Aphid's Genome Reflects Its Reproductive, Symbiotic Lifestyle Feb 23, 2010
(May 19, 2005) When aphids are attacked by predators such as ladybird beetles, they release an alarm pheromone that has long been known to cause other aphids to walk around or drop from the plant. In a paper soon. (Science Daily)
Atlanta leaders grapple with rising pension costs Feb 23, 2010
The mayor added: "I am not calling a false alarm.". The amount of money Atlanta spends on pensions has more than doubled since 2001. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Climate-Change Fervor Cools as Skepticism Mounts, Companies Quit Coalition Feb 23, 2010
Three years after former Vice President Gore won a Nobel Prize for sounding the alarm on climate change and GE, whose equipment generates about one-third of the worlds electricity, joined a coalition of companies pushing for a cap on greenhouse gases, public concern is flagging, along with U.S. and global efforts to mount government responses. Polls find more Americans questioning whether human activity is leading to climate change, or whether the trend is so dire as to justify reshaping U.S.... (Bloomberg -- Canada)
3 teens planned Portsmouth mugging, say police Feb 23, 2010
" Judge Cullen set bail at $10,000 personal recognizance and $40,000 cash or surety, ordered the surrender of Waani's passport and instructed him to observe a 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. curfew if he posts bail.Also arraigned by video from the Rockingham County House of Corrections Monday was alleged getaway driver Braden Laurion, 17, also of Dover. Charged with a felony count of conspiracy to commit robbery, Laurion "participated in watching for a victim," Durand told the judge. "He has no record, but... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Olympic celebration on tap Feb 23, 2010
"Tilley, and other members of Lago's local "posse," met with town officials Sunday to map out a plan that would allow Seacoast residents to honor Lago.The parade will begin Saturday (tentatively at 9:30 a.m.) at Hampton Falls common and conclude at Seabrook Town Hall.At Town Hall, Lago is scheduled to receive the "key to the town" from members of the Board of Selectmen and then move on to a meet-and-greet event at the Amesbury (Mass.) Sports Park, Tilley said. Noting the amount of traffic that... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Jason Lifton Feb 23, 2010
No, I slept through my alarm clock because I'd been up the whole day shoveling snow. If elected president of the SA, Lifton said he will make working with GW's new provost a top priority, bringing academic advising to the forefront of the administration's mind. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Nuclear Renaissance Feb 22, 2010
Monday February 22, 2010. Westinghouse hiring, looking to work with local businesses in partnerships. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Toyota documents hail $100m in recall savings Feb 22, 2010
The documents could set off alarms in Congress over whether Toyota put profit ahead of customer safety and pushed regulators to narrow the scope of recalls. Two House committees are holding hearings this week on the Japanese automaker s recall of 8. (Boston Globe)
BMW's new niche car Feb 22, 2010
The range-topping 550i adds a distinctive grille treatment, more comfortable seats with ventilation, electrically operated sun blinds for the rear windows, an alarm system and an in-dash TV receiver. A raft of additional cost options include finer-grade nappa leather upholstery, active cruise control, dynamic damping control, night vision, blind spot and lane departure warning systems, a side-view camera that can see around corners, electrically-operated and heated rear seats, a heated steering... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Toyota a popular choice for N.H. car program Feb 22, 2010
I guess people will decide for themselves. "The U.S. government has opened a fresh investigation into Corolla compacts over potential steering problems. Toyota's earlier recalls have been over sticky gas pedals, floor mats that ensnare accelerators and faulty braking programming.Bonnie CLAC will continue to monitor news on Toyota. "Right now they seem to be doing right by the recall," Steingrebe said. "So I don't see a problem in at least putting that choice on the table right now for our... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Dalai Lama says faith can bring Woods discipline Feb 22, 2010
" Related Stories "Whether you call it Buddhism or another religion, self-discipline, that's important," he said. "Self-discipline with awareness of consequences (Seacoast New Hampshire)
PHS literary magazine is 'Epitome' of success Feb 22, 2010
You can tell this matters a lot to them. "Senior Julia Rosa is the editor of Epitome. She has been involved with the magazine since her sophomore year. Her love of poetry pushed her to submit her own work to the magazine. She said all Epitome submissions are discussed anonymously."We try to look at them all fairly and vary what goes in," she said.Co-editor Alayna Signorello said working for Epitome is her favorite activity. After she graduates, she would like to study creative writing at Bard... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
China pushing its luck? Feb 22, 2010
Regulators signalled their alarm when 600 billion yuan ($97. 5 billion) of new lending was shovelled out the door in the first 10 days of January. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
China New Village in the Sky Makes Chanos Predict Dubai One Thousand Times Feb 22, 2010
Chanos, a short-seller who was early to warn about Enron Corp., is one of a growing number of investors sounding the alarm. Right now, the Chinese market is overheating, said in a Jan. 28 interview. (Bloomberg)
Spring preening Feb 22, 2010
The mag sounds the alarm in an amusing essay about the micro-minis ... The mag sounds the alarm in an amusing essay about the micro-minis. (New York Post -- Business)
Train kills 3 teen girls crossing Florida bridge Feb 22, 2010
"The girls did not have enough time. Barger said all the teens were from the area, but their identities have not been released. That likely won't happen until Monday, after officials can compare dental records, he said.John Vallee, 54, lives near the trestle that spans the Crane Creek and was watching TV when he heard a loud screech. He went outside and first thought he saw a blanket tangled under a rail car. Then he realized it was a person."It's going to be hard for me to get to sleep," Vallee... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
After 75 years, Lambertville firefighterJohn Lindsley remains active volunteer Feb 21, 2010
"Back when I started you were a fireman from the first time you signed up. The alarm sounded and you jumped onto the back of the truck. You learned from the other firemen as you went along. We elected a leader who we felt was qualified to lead and to teach us about firefighting," he said. "Today, it is entirely different," he said. (NJ.com -- Times)
School grant requests Feb 21, 2010
Nome Junior-Senior High fire alarm replacement $36,145 $84,337. Nome Junior-Senior High emergency generator switch $12,775 $29,807. (Anchorage Daily News)
Bush schools wait years for upgrades, facilities Feb 21, 2010
The second list is for major maintenance such as renovated classrooms, boilers, and fire alarm upgrades. For next budget year, Parnell hasn't requested any new schools but is asking lawmakers to fund the top eight projects on the school maintenance list, a total of nearly $25 million. (Anchorage Daily News)
People Steal Crazy Things from Hospitals Feb 20, 2010
For some expensive items, such as wheelchairs and medical equipment, extra security measures should be taken, such as tagging them with chips with alarms, Parker said, a step that likely will become more useful once such tags drop in price. 1. (ABC News)
Police: Three teens admit to anti-Semitic graffiti at Boca Raton synagogue, charged with vandalism Feb 20, 2010
One of them is also being charged with falsely pulling a fire alarm. Police did not identify the three juveniles. (The Palm Beach Post)
Copper thefts wreak havoc Feb 20, 2010
The building had no power and no alarm, so once inside, they went to work undetected, stripping the electrical wiring ... Meurer s company dispatches a team, all ex-law enforcement personnel, when an alarm goes off. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
6th person dies from Conn. power plant explosion Feb 20, 2010
6th person dies from Conn. " He says "It's just very sad. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
What U.S. Banks Can Learn From Canada Feb 20, 2010
The country's housing market is so hot, and has become so untethered from its foreclosure-ridden U.S. counterpart, that alarms are beginning to sound about a Canadian real estate bubble. In Toronto, the average home in January sold for about $392,000 (U.S.), a 19% jump from a year earlier. (BusinessWeek)
Our view: Settle this one Feb 19, 2010
On the other side, critics of the contracts thought long-term deals with generous terms were foolish in an economic crash and a dicey future, and said later that Begich should have sounded a louder alarm. We agreed with those critics. (Anchorage Daily News)
Greenbridge moves forward despite bomb threat Feb 19, 2010
A bomb threat at the Greenbridge condominium construction project in Chapel Hill was determined to be a false alarm Thursday after the property and surrounding streets were searched by local law enforcement agents. The anonymous bomb threat call came in around 7 a.m., said Mark Vevle, a spokesman for Greenbridge Developments. (Triangle Business Journal)
Out, Out Damn'd Residue Feb 19, 2010
Anyone who works on a farm could also set off alarms with trace amounts of fertilizer. But the TSA has procedures in place to quickly identify false positiveslike asking a passenger who sets off the alarm if he or she has a heart problem. (Slate)
Obama Trying to Fast Track Nuke Plants, Critics Say Feb 19, 2010
U.S. President Barack Obama (C) and Energy Secretary Steven Chu (R) get a tour of a fire alarm panel. U.S. President Barack Obama (C) and Energy Secretary Steven Chu (R) get a tour of a fire alarm panel from teacher Rhett Roe (L) during a visit to the jobs training center at the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 26 headquarters on February 16, 2010 in Lanham, Maryland. (ABC News)
Seabrook to celebrate Lago's Olympic performance Feb 19, 2010
Related Photo Galleries. "To see a buddy on the world stage and accomplishing his goal is almost too much to put into words," he said. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Official: Plane crash pilot left anti-IRS Web note Feb 19, 2010
" Federal law enforcement officials have said they were investigating whether the pilot, who is presumed to have died in the crash, slammed into the Austin building on purpose in an effort to blow up IRS offices. All the officials spoke on condition of anonymity because the investigation was ongoing."Violence not only is the answer, it is the only answer," the long note on Stack's Web site reads, citing past problems with the tax-collecting agency."I saw it written once that the definition of... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Seabrook's Scotty Lago savors Olympic win Feb 19, 2010
It was such a powerful moment; it was beyond anything I could have imagined. It really hasn't set in. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Crackskull's owner fights to keep Newmarket store open Feb 19, 2010
"For about a week, I was making lists on what to liquidate, seeing what I could sell and contacting people about buying stuff," she said. With a small loan from her parents, a discount on the rent by the landlord, a reduction in shop hours and a heart-wrenching decision to let go two of the store's three employees, Lesmerises has managed to keep the doors open. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
York High grad named Miss Sprint Cup rep Feb 19, 2010
"A 2003 graduate of York High School in York, Maine, Wright had been attending the University of New Hampshire where she was majoring in business administration. While working as Miss Sprint Cup, she will continue her education and finish her degree online."Being from a small town like York, I never really thought I'd have the opportunity, so this has literally been a life-changing experience for me," Wright said."I moved to North Carolina, and it was a little scary to leave my family and... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Unemployment eclipses fiscal jolt Feb 19, 2010
"This week, on the anniversary of the stimulus plan, the White House is seeking redress. Obama and the president's political arm at the Democratic National Committee are casting the program initially priced at $787 billion and now estimated at $862 billion as a demonstrable success and its critics as hypocrites.It's a political necessity.As with previous instances of high unemployment, the public's skepticism anger, even poses a threat to the president's party in Congress. In 1982, with... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
U.S. has near-perfect day with 6 medals, 3 gold Feb 19, 2010
I attacked, and I made it down. "Maria Riesch of Germany, Vonn's best friend and usual rival of late, finished eighth.The course was tough, as evidenced by all the crashes. Swedish standout Anja Paerson went down hard, and another competitor had to be airlifted out. Yet another crashed across the finish line and disappeared under a logo of a skier; in trying to get up, she stuck out one ski, making for a bizarre image.The only times Americans took gold and silver in an Alpine race both happened... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
The innovative David Grisman Quintet plays Portsmouth Feb 19, 2010
Just a random occurrence that stuck. " WHAT ME Productions presents The David Grisman Quintet with openers Hot Day at the Zoo WHEN Sunday, Feb. 28, 7 p.m.WHERE The Music Hall, 28 Chestnut St., PortsmouthCOST $29-$43CONTACT 436-2400, www.themusichall.org (and for information www.dawgnet.com) Grisman has gone so far as to coin his own brand of acoustic instrumental music "Dawg Music," which he records and distributes through his own, "Acoustic Disc" record label. "100% Handmade Music" is the... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Former UNH skier Smith makes Olympic debut Feb 19, 2010
Friday February 19, 2010. Mancuso makes U.S. Olympic history with third skiing medal. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Readings and Signings Feb 19, 2010
February 19, 2010 2:00 AM. 20 Congress St., Portsmouth, 431-2100, www. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Going green in mid-winter Feb 19, 2010
Employees have upgraded boilers to more efficient ones, have added alarms and water meters on washers and are monitoring electric use. In 2009, a Trash to Treasure contest was held which encouraged the Taconic employees to turn their trash into works of art or functional items. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
» Read Part I Feb 18, 2010
Declining fish stocks sound alarm to save seas. Search post-gazette. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Maine residents push back against wind power farms Feb 18, 2010
Gov. Dave Freudenthal made the wind energy tax a centerpiece of his legislative agenda, drawing surprise and alarm from some in the state's fledgling wind industry. The proposal cleared its first hurdle Thursday when the state House voted to introduce the bill. (Fresno Bee -- Business)