'Children hit pipes' before blast Nov 1, 2009
It sounded like someone had taken about a dozen boxes of fireworks and dropped a match into them all at the same time. I looked over the houses opposite towards the park, where the kids generally set off the fireworks early and thought no more of it. (BBC News -- UK)
Get the latest on Gov. Crist Oct 31, 2009
Expect some fireworks when the hearing resumes at 2:30. FPL Group Controller Mike Davis is going to get a grilling on the. (The Palm Beach Post)
Winter is Packed With Events and Packages in Breckenridge, CO Oct 31, 2009
Ring in the New Year Breckenridge style with a concert, fireworks, a torchlight parade, parties and bar specials, Dec. 31, 2009. Winter 2010 welcomes Viking horns, snow sculptures, beads, music and more. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Saturday night Halloween no treat for police, hospitals Oct 31, 2009
In Salem, authorities are expecting more than 80,000 to visit its haunted houses, watch fireworks, and listen to music during this weekend s Halloween Happenings downtown. And police are ready for trouble. (Boston Globe)
It's a survive-and-advance weekend for best of the BCS Oct 31, 2009
The Eugene police are prepared for the fireworks. A party patrol will try to prevent a riot like in 1998 when an Oregon home game fell on Halloween night. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Vendors win with Phillies Oct 31, 2009
has already supplied the Phillies with additional fireworks to be used for post-game victory celebrations ... Pyrotecnico, a company that generates about $12 million a year in revenue, primarily provides the team with fireworks for the post-game fireworks shows the Phillies have at Citizens Bank Park around the Fourth of July ... The Phillies also ratchet up the fireworks at the ballpark after big playoffs wins. (Philadelphia Business Journal, PA)
Biker massacre Oct 30, 2009
Page last updated at 00:13 GMT, Friday, 30 October 2009. Blood, bullets and motorcycle oil. (BBC News -- Americas)
Five-year block on repossession Oct 30, 2009
Page last updated at 20:10 GMT, Thursday, 29 October 2009. Judge Milwyn Jarman's order of 28 October 2009. (BBC News -- Business)
Harmer versus Garamendi: No fireworks Oct 30, 2009
Thursday, October 29, 2009. No journalist who has followed Lt. Gov. John Garamendi over the years could be surprised at his answer to the final question at Monday night's debate at St. Mary's College between candidates competing to replace Rep. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
China TV centre 'safe' after fire Oct 30, 2009
The hotel, part of the new headquarters for China's national broadcaster, CCTV, was severely damaged in a blaze started by fireworks ... Unapproved fireworks ... The fireworks party at CCTV quickly got out of control. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
http://www.mexconnect.com/en/articles/1972-the- Oct 29, 2009
Common to all, however, are colorful adornments and lively reunions at family burial plots, the preparation of special foods, offerings laid out for the departed on commemorative altars and religious rites that are likely to include noisy fireworks. In most localities November 1 is set aside for remembrance of deceased infants and children, often referred to as angelitos (little angels). (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
4,400 miles sailing Rising Tide from Cohasset Oct 29, 2009
A surprise appearance of one of the award-winning Junkanoo bands, and fireworks at the end (at 2 a.m.. made it memorable for us. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
City gears up for Veterans Day activities Oct 29, 2009
The event features the only Veterans Day fireworks show in North Texas, as well as a car, truck, and bike show, live music, and other festivities ... Following the ceremony, the American Heroes Fireworks show is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Building on "Believe" Effort This Holiday Season, Macy's Announces a National Santa Tour, National Believe Day and "Yes, Virginia" Animated Special Oct 29, 2009
Macy's is known for such epic events as Macy's 4th of July Fireworks and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. Building on a 150-year tradition, Macy's helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities that make a difference in the lives of our customers. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Lockerbie Bomber's Release Casts a Shadow Over Gaddafi Celebration Oct 28, 2009
As fireworks exploded over Tripoli almost all Western leaders stayed away the controversy over al-Megrahi's release continued in the U.S. and Britain, where some victims' families and politicians say they suspect that Britain secretly traded al-Megrahi's freedom for big oil deals in energy-rich Libya. In an attempt to tamp down the scandal, the British and Scottish governments published a batch of letters online on Sept. 1 detailing the discussions over how to handle al-Megrahi. (Time.com)
Opportune outburst Oct 28, 2009
Photo by Ross Wilson There were no fireworks at halftime of this year's Calaveras High homecoming football game, but plenty on the field. On Friday night in San Andreas, the once-stagnant Calaveras offense came to life, racking up season-highs in points and total yards in a 46-35 victory over Linden. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Man gets 90 days in jail for $50 million fire Oct 27, 2009
As felons, the brothers are barred from owning firearms and Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Dennis Cimpl made a point during Joshua Popp's sentencing Oct. 8 to say the order included fireworks such as M-80 firecrackers and sparklers. But he didn't mention it during Kurtis Popp's sentencing Monday. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Madden NFL Arcade Hands-on Oct 27, 2009
The stadiums have also undergone their own creative tweaks as well, with large fireworks explosions during touchdowns and many more video screens crowding the sidelines. However, while each stadium has been included within NFL Arcade, don't expect to see signature celebrations at each place. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Fundraising under way for Concord's 375th celebration Oct 27, 2009
The 375th committee s preliminary plans call for a weekend-long celebration with something for all ages, starting with a parade around 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, and concluding with a fireworks display set to begin around 7:15 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 12. Between the floats and fireworks will be an aerial photo on Emerson Field, a Birthday Bash/Ball for adults and a youth dance put on by Concord Recreation Saturday evening, as well as a music event that segues into the Sunday night fireworks display. (Concord Journal, MA)
How would you rate the Falcons performance? Oct 27, 2009
I can t believe we blew out teams with the run last year only to fizzle like old fireworks today. Keith, I had more respect for you before your juvenile antics Sunday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Unlucky, unlicensed driver loses car (5) Oct 26, 2009
The 19-year-old was cited for illegal possession of fireworks. Friday, Oct. 16. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
History in the making Oct 26, 2009
Also on the cards is a cultural carnival which includes a float parade, cultural performances as well as a fireworks display. Festivities aside, what is most important is the significance of todays coronation. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
The BNP's constituency can't be dismissed Oct 26, 2009
Yes we are a trading nation and some level of globisation is necessary but when the country becomes primarily one big consumer without much export the balance is broken (even bomfire night is only possible by fireworks for overseas). Its all snakoil and as far as I can see the old 3 parties don't even know enough to ask the right question - a tradegy for all of us but most cruelly the young white class and all the good young immigrants from familes who have been here a couple of decades these... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Students deserve MayFest day off to preserve tradition Oct 26, 2009
Le Moyne College celebrates Dolphy Day, an annual day off that begins with a fireworks display before sunrise. Reinstating MayFest could serve the same purpose. (Daily Orange, NY)
- UPCOMING EVENTS: Battle held in El Centro 0 Oct 26, 2009
The tournament will include a home run derby, music, food court, beer garden and live fireworks. The festivities will begin at Stark Field at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 23. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Woodside Plantation Oct 25, 2009
SPECIAL EVENTS: Memorial Day celebration, the Independence Day celebration with fireworks display, and Founders' Day in October. There are many special interest groups, including book clubs and groups for games such as Mahjong and canasta. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Ventre: Lakers have the makings of a dynasty Oct 25, 2009
Aside from the big three Kobe Bryant, Gasol and Lamar Odom the club signed forward Ron Artest, who is known as much around the league for his strong-arm defense and overall intensity as he is for the fireworks displays that often come out of his brain. Artest replaces Trevor Ariza, a valuable young forward who signed with Houston as a free agent. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Events Fill Local Calendars Oct 24, 2009
In Madison, FreedomFest gets going this Tuesday with games, music, food and fireworks available at Liberty Park from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. There even will be a giant Monopoly board with Madison locations, painted by St. Joseph students. The scares continue in Canton with the parks and recreation department's Safe Halloween and Movie Night Friday at 6 p.m. at the Canton Community Center. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Some home cookin by Tinsley Ellis for tonights travelin music Oct 24, 2009
Fireworks at the Repubozo Corral: Gingrich vs. Palin in the NY 23rd normally a safe Repubozo district looking like it s going to the Dems. Writing in the political journal Facebook Yee Haw, Palin takes the position that the RNC candidate is not right wingnut whackjob enough. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Spartans down the Pirates, 49-20 Oct 24, 2009
After a three-and-out drive to begin the game, Miller punted to the Pius 39, and the scoring fireworks began. Xavier Madrid took it to the house from the 2 at the 7:43 mark and the Sartans quickly snagged the lead. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Can Georgia Tech finally win at Virginia? Oct 23, 2009
From my point of view I might still be laughing during the fireworks display in July. m. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Stress-free Thanksgiving getaways Oct 23, 2009
The two-night Lighting Ceremony package starts at $485 and includes lodging, the fireworks show, two adult cruise tickets to the North Pole (kids cruise free), a $100 dining credit for breakfast and the Thanksgiving buffet or Sunday brunch. Where: Stowe, Vt. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Ocean of fun at Port Fest Oct 23, 2009
Street party and beer festival boasts bathtub races, shrimp-eating contests, fireworks, 'Flavors of the Port' food tents ... Fireworks cap the festivities at 9:15 p.m. ... Other highlights include bed and bathtub races, which are similar to soap-box derby races, shrimp-eating contests for children (fried) and adults (peel-and-eat), a beer fest and fireworks. (Florida Today)
Police Log, Oct. 12-18 Oct 23, 2009
8:47 p.m. a report of fireworks near Kenmar Drive was made to the police. Thursday, Oct. 15. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Philadelphia returns to World Series Oct 23, 2009
Fireworks exploded over Citizens Bank Park after Victorino caught a fly ball for the final out. The NL East champions, who beat Colorado in four games in the opening round, met Lidge in the middle of the diamond to celebrate and began putting on hats with the stitched-in logo of WS2009. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Camille Paglia Oct 23, 2009
I adore Brazilians, male and female, and felt especially at home in Salvador da Bahia, where my Italian energy level seemed perfectly normal and was in fact overshadowed by many vivacious personalities bursting like fireworks. Meanwhile, my study of Daniela Mercury's astonishing corpus of work continues. (Salon)
Peter Golden: Let's party like it's 1893! Oct 22, 2009
Along with the novelty of light bulbs, fireworks turned man-made lagoons on the Chicago lakefront into night-time fantasies while enormous galleries filled with industrial machinery, commercial displays and consumer products drew business interests frantic to escape the downward spiral in the economy. Recovery was not instantaneous - far from it - but the Columbian Exposition was a tonic for the American spirit and invitees from around the world. (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)
Repeat celebration equally sweet for Phils Oct 22, 2009
Fireworks shot up around Citizens Bank Park and the Phanatic ran out with a "2009" banner, representing the Phillies' second straight NL title. But leave it to Pedro Martinez to truly get the party started. (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Phillies hit four home runs in NLCS clinching game Oct 22, 2009
By Eileen Blass, USA TODAY. Right fielder Jayson Werth's three-run homer in the first inning, the first of two shots he hit Wednesday night, started the Phillies on their way to a Game 5 victory against the Dodgers. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Martin Perenick Oct 22, 2009
He loved fireworks and could hardly wait for the Fourth of July. He loved the holidays. (Forest Republican, WI)
Empty beds (911) Oct 22, 2009
Thanks Kleos wrote on Oct 21, 2009 5:37 PM:" I grew up at Kleos and I appreciate everything Gordon and Vicki have done for me and so do the hundreds of other children that lived there. Case workers hold too much power! Gordon and Vicki have a desire to help kids in need. Kleos is about keeping young families together and instilling values in young people. DHS needs to be reformed not Kleos. DHS can't even compare itself to the way children are raised at Kleos. Kleos is very structered and is... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Phillies fans flood streets to celebrate Oct 22, 2009
PHILADELPHIA - Hundreds of Phillies fan streamed out of restaurants, bars and apartment buildings in downtown Philadelphia early Thursday to celebrate their teams second straight trip to the World Series, as revelers honked car horns and set off fireworks in other parts of the city ... Fans in the parking lot set off fireworks that were visible beyond the outfield wall as a video of longtime Phillies broadcaster Harry Kalas singing High Hopes played on the stadiums main video screen... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Daniel Day-Lewis Dishes About His Clooney Kiss At The Oscars Oct 21, 2009
I am totally overwhelmed by joy and sparkles and fireworks,' Best Actress winner Marion Cotillard says backstage ... "I love it. "I am totally overwhelmed by joy and sparkles and fireworks," beamed Cotillard, between out-of-breath glee and broken-English eagerness. "Everything going boom-boom-boom. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Offense delivered fireworks, but bullpen made it possible Oct 21, 2009
By BUDDY HURLOCK The News Journal October 20, 2009. PHILADELPHIA -- Jimmy Rollins was the center of postgame celebration late Monday night, after his two-out, two-run double gave the Phillies a 5-4 win and a three-games-to-one lead in the National League Championship Series. (The Clarion-Ledger)
H1N1 Pattern Revealed? Oct 21, 2009
More than 100 new cadets at the U.S. Air Force Academy got infected with swine flu at a July 4 barbecue and fireworks display but quick isolation measures got it under control within two weeks, researchers reported on Tuesday. The outbreak provided a unique opportunity to study the virus closely and Dr. Catherine Takacs Witkop and colleagues say they discovered some surprising things. (Fox News -- Business)
Should Downtown Lodi merchants be open Sundays? (810) Oct 21, 2009
pork chop wrote on Oct 20, 2009 8:35 AM:" It is a good idea to have a 24 hour 7days a week strip club downtown that would bring in some people.Also put skateboard obsticals all over the place to make it more skateboard friedly.Another good idea is to have cowboy stuntmen on horses staging make believe gunfights,have some cowboys get shot from the rooftops and fall off and land on a pile of hay.A really cool store like Evangalines like the one in Old Sac.A giant candy store and a musium of some... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Medfield Youth Community Collaborative kicks off sixth year Oct 21, 2009
Among last year s accomplishments were Springfest/Fallfest and fireworks, increased library services for young adults including special study hours for final exams and staffing at the library s lower level, and completion of a survey of youth regarding new ideas for activities. The survey found a lot of interest in summertime outdoor teen movie nights. (Medfield Press, MA)
Corn mazes throughout the state Oct 20, 2009
Some of the family friendly activities include pig races, bon fires, marshmallow roasting, hay rides and fireworks shows Friday and Saturday nights. The corn maze opens the third week of October. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Letters to the editor (10/20/09) Oct 20, 2009
Let's get rid of the Electoral College and let's support third- and fourth-party candidates, and watch the fireworks of freedom begin anew. -- Dan Russell. (Anchorage Daily News)
Pro Portsmouth sets example for local fund raising Oct 19, 2009
Massar said the fireworks display was cut in 2001, and fewer people attended. Such offers an example of how difficult it is to run events and fund-raisers for nonprofits, particularly in a time when so many people are holding tight to their money. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Weather enough for you? Oct 18, 2009
The night includes dancing, food, and visible fireworks. Amora Riverwalk Hotel, 649 Bridge Road. (Boston Globe)
Celebrate Diwali with these online apps Oct 18, 2009
Streams of lights are tumbling from the sky as fireworks crackle away signaling the arrival of Diwali. But in this age of technology and networking, internet currently the easiest way to connect with friends and family refuses to be left out of the celebrations. (India Times)
Firecracker warehouse blaze kills 33 in India Oct 18, 2009
They said victims had no time to flee the fast-spreading blaze, which occurred on Friday in Tamil Nadu state on the eve of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights, which people celebrate by letting off fireworks ... Earlier this year, a fire at a fireworks factory in Tamil Nadu killed at least 17 people. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Kings of the court Oct 18, 2009
Car horns honked, fireworks crackled, and grown men danced Irish jigs in celebration of the Celtics Game 7 victory over the Lakers to capture the 1984 NBA Championship. It was bedlam, Magic said. (Boston Globe)
Deepavali falls in month of purattasi, an event that occurs once very 100 years Oct 18, 2009
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Team Showcased At FirstLook 2009 Oct 18, 2009
An estimated crowd of nearly 5,000 fans received an early treat as UNLV great Larry Johnson a member of the 1990 National Championship Runnin Rebel squad opened the event by greeting the crowd and providing a live version of Lights, Please which begins the famed pregame fireworks show. Having Larry involved was a great way to start the evening, said UNLV head coach. (Unlvrebels.com)
Police target hip-hop nightclubs Oct 17, 2009
Page last updated at 13:31 GMT, Friday, 16 October 2009 14:31 UK. By Ian Youngs Music reporter, BBC News. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Eye of the storm Oct 17, 2009
Page last updated at 16:29 GMT, Friday, 16 October 2009 17:29 UK. Wilders' world of protest and publicity. (BBC News -- UK)
MP expenses audit defended Oct 17, 2009
Page last updated at 12:48 GMT, Friday, 16 October 2009 13:48 UK. Speaker defends MP expenses audit. (BBC News -- UK)
Terps Get Boing with Understated Maryland Madness Oct 17, 2009
Unlike the recent past, there were no laser lights, no fireworks and no dancing routines (complete with sunglasses and tuxedos). "We had no choice in it. I think they're trying to get back with the basic Midnight Madness, the way they used to do it back in the day," guard Eric Hayes said. (W-USA News, DC)
Council pension fund assets fall Oct 17, 2009
Indian fireworks blaze 'kills 30. Toxic waste' report gag lifted. (BBC News -- Business)
Read more... Oct 17, 2009
BRIC House will be both a vibrant working space for artists and a public gathering place, where audiences will also be able to explore new artistic territory. We are thrilled to receive the Rockefeller grant. (PNN Online)
Outcry over TV kidney competition Oct 17, 2009
Indian fireworks blaze 'kills 30. FEATURES, VIEWS, ANALYSIS. (Yahoo News -- Reality TV)
Indians rally past Warriors Oct 17, 2009
As dominating as the Indians ground game was to close, the first half featured fireworks that rivaled last week s drama. Three touchdowns in 29 seconds will do that to any game. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Botswana: party in power for 43 years to win again Oct 17, 2009
Botswana party in power for more than 40 years expected to win again in national election. (AP) GABORONE, Botswana (AP) - Botswana held its 10th free and peaceful election, an event all but eclipsed by political struggles and violence elsewhere in Africa. (CBS News -- World)