COLUMN: This month's a hodgepodge of candy, parades, family Nov 21, 2009
As usual, my wife Janet and I erred on the side of caution and bought more Halloween candy than we could hand out three weeks ago ... Still, on the morning of Nov. 1, there was a bowl of leftover candy, which I quickly relieved of the peanut M&Ms ... There was one Halloween when our planned over-buying of candy didn t work, though. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Faith briefs Nov 21, 2009
It includes free popcorn, cotton candy, toy balloons and games, a pie bake-off at 9 a.m., a car show, crafts, a cake auction at 1 p.m. and yard sale. First Baptist Church of Beech Island, Bethel Methodist Church of Jackson, Second Baptist Church of Beech Island and Matlock Baptist Church of Jackson organized the festival. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Bid and a half for Cadbury Nov 21, 2009
She added that Hershey would be able to expand its candy and gum business. But a deal would mainly aim to capture new growth as there is little overlap between the companies' businesses and therefore slim opportunity for cost savings. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
How to deal with holiday hell Nov 21, 2009
While it's embarrassing to catch yourself acting like a five-year-old, it's a stone-cold turnoff to witness your man candy reverting back to the last kid picked for dodgeball. So, no matter whose house you're hitting, work out a pre-arranged set of signals for "get over here now" and "quit embarrassing me.". (CNN)
MOMMY BLOG: What are your holiday traditions? Nov 21, 2009
Title: Trick-or-treat Date: Oct. 30th, 2009 Cumberland County children prowl the streets Thursday night in search of candy. Advertisement. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Hershey moves in pursuit of Cadbury Nov 21, 2009
As one candy maker yesterday was girding to fight Kraft for British confectionery firm Cadbury, another took itself out of the running ... As one candy maker yesterday was girding to fight Kraft for British confectionery firm Cadbury, another took itself out of the running. (New York Post -- Business)
Hershey may bid US$17b for Cadbury, exceeding Warren Buffett's Kraft Nov 21, 2009
NEW YORK: Hershey Co. may make a US$17 billion bid for UK candy company Cadbury PLC, topping the recent $16 ... Hershey Chief Executive David West has been talking with Italian candy maker Ferrero Spa about a possible joint bid for Cadbury, the Journal reports, writing also that a person familiar with the matter said those negotiations have not advanced. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Potential Ferrerobid for Cadbury Nov 21, 2009
Cadbury is strong in chewing gum and candy, for example areas where Ferrero has less of a presence, and there could also be synergies in sales force and distribution. Reuters. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
8 innocent ways to make moolah Nov 21, 2009
Technically, you're called 'rich boy' or 'rich girl' and you play the characters who are eye candy in a cafe, disco or college scenes. "They're called rich because they look posh and most junior artistes from the industry can't pull off that look," says a casting agent. (India Times, India)
Popcorn: You'll laugh! You'll cry! You'll get fat! Nov 20, 2009
Cinemark spokesman James Meredith said in a statement that the chain has used "heart-healthy canola oil" since CSPI conducted its first study, and the company test markets low-fat snacks, but popcorn, soda and candy are patrons' favorites. "Moviegoers do not go to the concession stand to fulfill their daily nutritional requirements. It is an occasional treat and part of the movie experience," Meredith says. (AZCentral -- Business)
Buy a brownie, 'Help the Hungry' Nov 20, 2009
Items available at the bake sale are fresh bread, cookies, cakes, pies, candy, gift baskets, dry mixes and more. Organizers will be collecting canned food items at the door that morning. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Diabetes on the rise among Hispanics Nov 20, 2009
The stands behind the safety of low-calorie sweeteners including aspartame, sucralose, "ace K," saccharin and "reb A." You'll find these in many food products such as diet soda, baked products, light yogurt and sugarless candy. These sweeteners, which are only needed in tiny amounts, can reduce or replace sugars and calories in foods and beverages, offering people with diabetes greater variety and flexibility with their total carbohydrate intake. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Science Watchdog Warns About Movie Theater Popcorn Nov 20, 2009
Those jumbo-sized candy packs are also health hazards. A 4. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Recalls: Gas Grills, Pacifiers, Youth Sweat Shirts Nov 20, 2009
Nassau Candy Distributors is recalling Tasty Dish Snack Tubs of chocolate almonds, chocolate raisins and sour neon gummy worms. The products contain undeclared almonds, soy and milk and they might contain undeclared peanuts and other tree nuts. (KSBW 8, CA)
Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Nov 20, 2009
"Now we see lasagne with meatballs on top; ice cream with cookies, brownies, and candy mixed in; bacon cheeseburger pizzas, buffalo-chicken-stuffed quesadillas, and other hybrid horribles that are seemingly designed to promote obesity, heart disease, and stroke.". Huge calorie counts. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Stock futures mixed; Dell in focus Nov 20, 2009
Italian chocolate maker Ferrero could be interested in Cadbury's (CBRY.L) gum and candy division, a unit worth about 5 billion euros ( 7. 4 billion), in a possible joint takeover bid, business daily Il Sole 24 Ore said. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Demand up, supplies down at food banks, Congress hears Nov 20, 2009
And at Catholic Charities USA, 76 percent of its offices nationwide reported increased demand for food in the third quarter of this year, Candy Hill, senior vice president of the group, told members of Congress. While the agency used to serve the poor and homeless, today it serves formerly middle-class families and in some cases, people who used to be donors to Catholic Charities and even some of its former local board members. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
SCITUATE AROUND TOWN: News of a local Scituate graduate made good Nov 20, 2009
The First Parish Unitarian Universalist Church Snowflake Fair, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., boasts holiday wreaths and swags, specialty gift baskets, hand-made gifts, homemade baked goods and candy, crafts, toys, lunch and refreshments. Scituate residents named to Babson dean s list. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans Review Nov 20, 2009
Consider it a film major s cop movie, with Eva Mendes for some eye candy. Like Cage s titular bad lieutenant, the movie Herzog s given us is completely off-kilter, but even if the going gets dicey at times, it still somehow manages to get the job done. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Food Banks Struggle amid Record Demand Nov 20, 2009
Candy Hill of said local agencies are getting more requests from first-time clients. The Catholic Charities office in Youngstown, Ohio, is getting 70 calls a day for help with food and utilities up from 100 a month last year, Hill said. (CBS News)
Home building falls to 6-month low Nov 20, 2009
Hershey, hoping to expand its overseas presence, has lined up a potential partner as the most recognizable name in American chocolate considers starting a bidding war for British candy maker Cadbury PLC.. Italian candy maker Ferrero International SA could give The Hershey Co. the financial firepower to top a $16 ... The Hershey Co. has teamed up with Italian candy maker Ferrero International for a possible challenge to Kraft Foods' hostile bid for British sweets firm Cadbury. (Honolulu Advertiser)
America's Favorite Movie Snacks Get Two Thumbs Down Nov 20, 2009
"We frequently test market additional concessions alternatives, including trail mix and other low-fat snacks... nonetheless, our popcorn, fountain soda, and candy offerings are by far our patrons' most popular and expected offerings.". "Many of our patrons like and enjoy the traditional taste and aroma of theater popcorn, as they have for decades, [and] the movie theater industry has and will continue to respond to our customers' preferences," commented the National Association of Theater... (ABC News)
Ferrero Could Eye Cadbury Gum, Candy Unit: Report Nov 20, 2009
MILAN (Reuters) - Italian chocolate maker Ferrero could be interested in Cadbury's gum and candy division, a unit worth about 5 billion euros ($7 ... A Hershey-Ferrero takeover would have the goal of breaking up Cadbury, with Ferrero ending up with the gum and candy division, Il Sole said, citing unnamed sources. (ABC News -- Business)
Can Hershey Snatch Cadbury? Nov 19, 2009
Hershey would love to link up with Cadbury and block Kraft's bid for the British candy and chocolate maker ... As children are often told in the candy aisle: Just because you want something doesn't mean you can have it ... On Nov. 18, Hershey confirmed press reports it was considering a deal for the British candy and chocolate maker. (BusinessWeek)
Bureau Valley South PTO meets Nov 19, 2009
In old business, Fanny May candy fundraiser orders are still being counted. The event ended Oct. 13. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Plum Pan-Asian Kitchen Nov 19, 2009
Recommended dishes: Oh so gingerly cocktail, sunumono salad with octopus, beef carpaccio, roti canai, sambal sambal with scallops, dry sauteed string beans, jewel in the box roll, sweet shrimp (raw), harvest moon sundae, tropical tapioca, chocolate-hazelnut candy bar ... There are a few old favorites from Richard Chen -- the light and refreshing tropical tapioca ($5) and the scrumptious chocolate-hazelnut candy bar ($8) -- but some of Schwerin's newest desserts are even more impressive. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Chocolate war looms as Hershey, Ferrero mull Cadbury bid Nov 19, 2009
The discussions, in preliminary stages, were being held up by a dispute on Cadbury's higher-margin gum and candy businesses, according to the daily US newspaper. The report said Hershey had been eyeing Cadbury but lacks the financial resources on its own to top Kraft's offer. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Trinity Cathedral Bazaar set for Saturday Nov 19, 2009
Items available at the festival will include used books, household and miscellaneous items, Christmas ornaments and decorations, gift items, used children's clothing and shoes, furniture and toys, baked goods, chili and corn bread, cotton candy, popcorn, face painting, carnival games and more. Booths are available for $20. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Sleeping-pill users face kitchen chaos as they binge eat in sleep Nov 19, 2009
box").removeAttr("style"); }); }); The problems of overweight Americans are usually ascribed to poor diet and a lack of exercise. But new research suggests another possible culprit: the country's addiction to sleeping pills, the most popular of which may cause some people to binge eat in their sleep. The drug in question is Ambien, manufactured by the French company Sanofi-Aventis, for which 26 million prescriptions were written by American doctors last year. Alas, according to two separate... (Yahoo News -- Sleep and Sleep Disorders)
The Parenting Place Nov 19, 2009
teacher1 wrote on Nov 1, 2009 6:51 PM:" Lucky you!!! We had FOUR trick or treaters!!! I was really bummed...was hoping for more. Of course my husband is enjoying the candy. We took our little guy out, just to a couple of the neighbors, but he was so excited. I was worried that he would get nervous and shy, but he was his usual charming self. It amazes me every day how big and independent he is getting. Did want us to help him carry his treat bucket at all. We live on a dead end street so we were... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Movie Popcorn Has Shocking Calories, Fat Nov 19, 2009
CSPI warns not to indulg 00004000 e in sodas or candy either. A 8-ounce bag of Reese's Pieces had 1,160 calories and 35 grams of saturated fat, making it comparable to eating a 16-ounce T-bone steak and a buttered baked potato. (CBS News)
Operation Christmas Child seeks donations Nov 19, 2009
Suggested items needed are toiletries, hard candy, gum, crayons and writing utensils, note pads and coloring books, new or slightly used toys (no war toys), t-shirts, sunglasses, caps and more. No liquids or breakables. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Twilight of Our Youth: It isnt just a tween phenomenon. Women in their 30s and beyond are addicted to Stephenie Meyers vampire saga, too, Sarah Hepola, Salon Nov 19, 2009
Candy, a blogger at the delightful Web site has suggested that the genre is really "about women, and putting women in control, and how we're still not comfortable enough to put it in real-life/realistic fiction terms yet" -- which is why the typical, kick-ass urban fantasy heroine cuts her swath through a fantastical version of our world. True, but part of the pleasure of genre fiction is the license it offers to explore the desires we have in spite of ourselves, and urban fantasy seems equally... (Harper's Magazine)
Ralcorp sets up captive insurance company Nov 19, 2009
St. Louis-based Ralcorp Holdings Inc. (NYSE: RAH), led by Co-Chief Executives Kevin Hunt and David Skarie, manufactures private label food products, including frozen bakery products, cereals, crackers, cookies, dressings, syrups, jellies, sauces, snack nuts and candy. Ralcorp in the fourth quarter due to its recent acquisitions. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Looking Back Nov 19, 2009
Pete was buying some candy for his mother, Mabel Hannon who lives up at Pleasantview. Adios. (Kalona News, IA)
Ferrero may sweeten a Hershey bid for Cadbury Nov 19, 2009
--- Hershey, hoping to expand its overseas presence, has lined up a potential partner as the most recognizable name in American chocolate considers starting a bidding war for British candy maker Cadbury PLC.. Italian candymaker Ferrero International SA could give The Hershey Co. the financial firepower to top a $16. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Hershey, Nutella-maker discuss Cadbury bid Nov 18, 2009
The main issue is which company would end up taking control of Cadbury's lucrative gum and candy business. Hershey, Cadbury and Kraft officials declined to comment on the report. (MSNBC -- Business)
U.S. Brands Have Special Luster in Chi00004000na Nov 18, 2009
"But don't come over here with candy corn dreams about some beautiful pot of gold that awaits you here.". Getting that pot of gold requires work. (CBS News)
COLUMN: This month's a hodgepodge of candy, parades, family Nov 18, 2009
As usual, my wife Janet and I erred on the side of caution and bought more Halloween candy than we could hand out three weeks ago ... Still, on the morning of Nov. 1, there was a bowl of leftover candy, which I quickly relieved of the peanut M&Ms ... There was one Halloween when our planned over-buying of candy didn t work, though. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
COLUMN: 'Glancing Back' at school box suppers and Dean Martin! Nov 18, 2009
But if you ate at school you ate what they had, us kids who brought our lunch the other kids were always envious of us, because we always had a snack, chips, small candy bar, a pear, maybe some homemade pudding, or pie from Mom. etc. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Abu Dhabi does tower deal Nov 18, 2009
Christine Emeryof The Lansco Corporation brought in the candy company, which is moving into 463 feet just inside the main tourist entrance ... Christine Emery of The Lansco Corporation brought in the candy company, which is moving into 463 feet just inside the main tourist entrance. (New York Post -- Business)
Recalls: Dietary Supplements, Catfish, Snacks Nov 18, 2009
The recall includes items such as nut and chocolate mixes, trail mix, gummy food as well as yogurt and candy products. Those who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk, peanuts, tree nuts, egg, sulfites, soy or wheat run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they eat the products. (ABC News -- Wire)
Zion seventh-grader gears up for Christmas purse drive Nov 18, 2009
During the Christmas holidays, she provided 50 girls ages 4-14 purses filled with items including a Bible, lipstick, nail polish, stickers, note pads, candy, hair accessories, lotions and lots of free food coupons from local restaurants. This year her goal is to provide purses for 100 girls. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Taming the Beast Nov 18, 2009
Weve become a candy ass country where everyone is afraid of offending anyone else or upsetting the cozy business arrangements that make the insiders rich. Just as the Olympic Games have been destroyed beyond any hope of redemption due to American style commercialization so too have professional sports become symptoms of a bland andundemanding society that is no longer interested in genuine competition or human achievement on the athletics field. (The American Conservative)
Sending soldiers reminders of home Nov 18, 2009
The group plans to send their adopted soldiers Christmas stockings filled with candy, playing cards and other reminders of home. They also send birthday cards to each of the soldiers throughout the year. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Kraft's rivals may bid for Cadbury: report Nov 18, 2009
Earlier on Tuesday, Italian business daily Il Sole 24 Ore said family-owned Ferrero, which makes Nutella chocolate spread and Tic-Tac candy, could join financial investors and private equity players considered friendly to Cadbury for a possible alliance. "We believe that if this scenario were proposed as a potential defence measure by Cadbury, the potential value the market might be prepared to award it would not be materially different to that of a revised Kraft offer," at 820 pence per share,... (Crain's Chicago Business)
Hershey, Ferrero in talks over Cadbury Nov 18, 2009
3 billion), 18 factories and over 21,600 employees worldwide is also known for its Kinder chocolates and Tic-Tac candy. Cadbury is the world's second-largest confectionery company after Mars-Wrigley, making brands such as Dairy Milk chocolate and Trident gum. (India Times)
Senior center has harrowing time at Halloween party Nov 18, 2009
The senior center will host its annual bake sale Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon, featuring homemade cakes, pies, candy and cookies ... The senior center will host its annual bake sale Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon, featuring homemade cakes, pies, candy and cookies. (Athens Banner-Herald)
http://bit.ly/2Eu80a Nov 17, 2009
The latest food art installation by eating-designer" Marije... A cookbook designed, completely and totally, to be cooked from. She paints candy (and only candy!)... Daily updates by email: ?2008-2009 Eat Me Daily. (Why Files)
Community Calendar (2) Nov 17, 2009
Praise Cathedral Church of God, Seymour, is conducting its second annual candy cane bazaar from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.. November 3. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Officials find potatoes disguised as chocolates Nov 17, 2009
MIAMI -- A traveler who arrived at Miami International Airport earlier this month must pay a $300 penalty for trying to smuggle fresh sweet potatoes from Bolivia into the United States by disguising the vegetables as a candy ... The sweet potatoes had been wrapped in the commercial wrappers of a popular Bolivian candy and hadn't been declared. (Fresno Bee)
New travel books: 100, 300, 500 and 1000 ideas Nov 17, 2009
The list of places that offer best dining with views of the water includes The Boathouse at Breach Inlet, Isle of Palms, S.C., and top old-fashioned candy stores includes Economy Candy on New York's Lower East Side. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Candy crafts - a sweet way to spend family time Nov 17, 2009
Have your candy and craft with it too. Most families make weekly (if not more frequent) trips to the grocery store, so turn your next routine trip into the beginning of a new project by strolling down the candy aisle ... "The grocer's candy aisle has a collection of candy in virtually every color and shape, which means endless crafting possibilities," explains candy expert Beth Kimmerle. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Playing It Cool Nov 17, 2009
yeah but if they call the police where else would they get their penny candy from ... where else would they get their penny candy from. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
• Sports in Juneau Nov 17, 2009
If you have any questions, please call Candy Held at 789-2180. Taproot Yoga Center instructor Christin Gelinas is inviting everyone to join her yoga practices in the valley this fall. (Juneau Empire)
Pros Bet 00004000Cadbury Will Melt for Kraft Nov 17, 2009
Some pros are betting big bucks that Cadbury will succumb to Kraft's persistent efforts to buy the leading maker of chocolate, gum, and candy. Kraft is one of the world's largest branded food and beverage companies. (BusinessWeek)
Buffett filing shows Exxon Mobil stake Nov 17, 2009
Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway disclosed stakes in oil producer Exxon Mobil, candy maker Nestle, trash hauler Republic Services and insurer Travelers ... Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway disclosed stakes in oil producer Exxon Mobil, candy maker Nestle, trash hauler Republic Services and insurer Travelers. (New York Post -- Business)
The mate market is tough for Jewish women over 50 Nov 17, 2009
I learned that men my age and older want pretty Barbie Dolls, arm candy, or trophy wives, and that older women who date younger men are called cougars, she says. I also learned that even single people my age who become intimate with a date have to be careful about a variety of scary sexually transmitted diseases, not the least of which is HIV.. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
Wilmington library presents food gifts for the holidays Nov 17, 2009
But one day, after wandering into a candy store and buying a piece of their best chocolate, John finds out that there might just be such a thing as too much chocolate. Find out why when you read The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene Catling. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Tough times, bold moves Nov 17, 2009
Three Muses Inspired Clothing owner Candy Keane started selling some of the old Halloween costumes she had made on eBay several years ago and was pleasantly surprised by the response. She eventually started her own eBay store and then her own Web store to sell her mostly homemade costumes. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Nov 17, 2009
"Now we see lasagne with meatballs on top; ice cream with cookies, brownies, and candy mixed in; bacon cheeseburger pizzas, buffalo-chicken-stuffed quesadillas, and other hybrid horribles that are seemingly designed to promote obesity, heart disease, and stroke.". Huge calorie counts. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Aussies will struggle at Olympics Nov 16, 2009
FORMER Neighbours babe Holly Valance has snared herself a new man - and with his family worth $590 million, Nick Candy is worth holding on to. Lifestyle. (Yahoo News -- Swimming)
Yoga brings cultural immersion, self-knowledge Nov 16, 2009
I tossed them some tiny wrapped chocolates and we stopped at a store, where for $6, we bought 200 notebooks, pens and more candy. Gagu took me to a school and we handed out the supplies, enough for every child there. (MSNBC -- Travel)
•Hearts and darts: Nov. 16, 2009 Nov 16, 2009
Hearts to the little girl in the Brentwood edition in the Center Grove area who trick-or-treated for canned goods for a food pantry instead of candy on Halloween. That was so sweet, and more kids should be like her. (The Daily Journal)
Click to read:Leahy: U.S. Not Afraid to Try Terrorists Nov 16, 2009
but I don't have any Amo candy for your schizophrenic state of mind and those Asian girly tendencies ... Seems clear to me by your rambling post about nonsensical stuff without any cohesive substantive thought processes,that you are clearly losing your atom size brain's" cells with age,while you struggle desperately to buy more time for your delusional mind to further contaminate this planet Earth with your ignorance and cow boy mentality,which was so rampant during criminal bush and... (CBS News)
