No suspects yet in rash of burglaries May 23, 2008
45 caliber handgun, about 8 in change, a small gold cross and a stud earring with a small emerald were taken from the residence, according to a report. The loss was estimated to be 558. (Leavenworth Times, KS)
Antique Engagement Ring: Edwardian May 16, 2008
Traditional simple diamond shapes such as round, or emerald cut designs. Prong settings, though a very few pieces incorporate bezel settings. (Suite101.com)
Police Blotter (May 15) May 14, 2008
She reported a missing set of emerald and diamond earrings and ring, worth between $1,000 and $1,500, gold earrings with an amethyst stone and fresh water pearl, worth $250, a pair of 18-karat gold earrings, worth $300, and a vintage cocktail ring with an unknown value. Several laptops, an Xbox 360 and cash were in plain view but were not taken. (Needham Tab, MA)
Malibu Seen (9) May 4, 2008
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 Edition. " Just across the way, Bluebird Caf's Chris Marble was slathering pastel icing on a selection of oversized vanilla cupcakes. Over the years, the food fair has become a cherished tradition. "We've been coming here forever," said Sandi Zimmer, who was pouring a selection of fine wines. "A lot of our customers are here. (Malibu Times, CA)
Mariah Carey Ring A Gift From Nick Cannon May 2, 2008
The ring is crafted from platinum and features a square emerald cut fancy light pink diamond as the center stone surrounded by 58 intense pink diamonds and two half moon diamonds on each side. The center stone alone weighs 10 carats, and the total carat weight of the ring is 17 carats. (CBS News)
Rock of ages Apr 20, 2008
Since those early discoveries, Skierka has gone digging for sapphires, opals, topaz, emeralds, turquoise and gold ... This summer he and Sandy are participating in an emerald dig in North Carolina, and in the fall plan to visit Murfreesboro to dig for diamonds at the Crater of Diamonds State Park. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Curiosity could kill the cat Apr 19, 2008
Non-toxic plants: African violets, begonias, orchids and snapdragons will fulfill your fancy for flowers without posing a threat, according to the ASPCA. Boston ferns (and all other ferns except asparagus, plumosa, lace and emerald ferns) are low-maintenance and harmless. Pygmy date palms are a good choice for a larger space. (Florida Times-Union)
Jeweler Esmerian Fights Merrill to Stop Christie's `Reckless' Auction Apr 14, 2008
The auction includes a pair of cabochon emerald earrings, almost 18 carats each, estimated to fetch up to $800,000. Christie's declined to comment. (Bloomberg -- US)
Your Newspaper: Mar 18, 2008
After the parade, I managed to take in the River Roots Art Alliance Art Show and the Emerald City Quilt Show. The talent that was on display was amazing. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
St. Patrick's Day revelry blacked out in Savannah, Ga. Mar 17, 2008
- Savannah's weekend St. Patrick's Day celebration turned from emerald green to pitch black as the city lost power, plunging the downtown party into darkness as thousands roamed the streets. The only lights late Saturday in the city's historic district were flashing atop police cars as officers directed traffic amid throngs of revelers ambling through streets littered with plastic cups and party debris. (Boston Globe)
Savannah blacks out for St. Pat's party Mar 16, 2008
Savannah's weekend St. Patrick's Day celebration turned from emerald green to pitch black late Saturday as the city lost power, plunging the downtown party into darkness as thousands roamed the streets. p>
The only lights in the city's historic district were flashing atop police cars as officers directed traffic amid throngs of revelers ambling through streets littered with plastic cups and party debris. (Kansas City Star)
10 things to do this weekend Mar 7, 2008
Admission is free, Binny's will make a donation to benefit the Emerald Society for each contest entrant. 1132 S. Jefferson St., 312-768-4400. (Crain's Chicago Business)
There will be blood (red) - on the Oscar carpet Feb 26, 2008
A forest-green fishtail Proenza Schouler gown took the fancy of Amy Adams while emerald was the shade that young Saoirse Ronan selected from Philosophy. The Roberto Cavalli strapless marigold gown worn by Kelly Preston added sunshine to the ceremonies and Cameron Diaz's powder pink pleated Christian Dior seemed a perfect fit for the effervescent actress. (International Herald Tribune)
America's First Million-Dollar Home Shopping Jewelry Auction Airs March 1st on the Jewelry Channel Feb 20, 2008
52-carat emerald pendant surrounded by 5 ... 66-carat emerald set off by 14. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
How to Buy Diamond Jewelry Feb 19, 2008
Some shape examples are round (the most popular shape), marquise (elongated with pointed ends), pear (or teardrop), heart, emerald cut (rectangular with cut corners), trilliant (triangular), radiant (a combination of emerald and round), and cushion (a somewhat older-fashioned style). When picking out an engagement ring, there are no real rules (though jewelers may disagree). (Suite101.com)
Authentic St. Patrick's Day Places Feb 16, 2008
"How sweetly lies old Ireland, Emerald green beyond the foam, Awakening sweet memories, Calling the heart back home.". more in suite. (Suite101.com)
Rugged craftwork leads the way Feb 6, 2008
", showing feathered hats and windowpane check capes, and Oscar de la Renta sends out a simple cabled cardigan and cuffed pants, the fashion world has indeed gone back to nature. But Proenza Schouler's show was something else: the coming of age of two young designers who have a creative vision. Their research had taken them to Texas, to Donald Judd's foundation, where the late artist's paper-fold airplanes ignited the idea of jackets made in rough-hewn textures wrapping and lapping the body... (International Herald Tribune)
Boucheron's 150th: A modern take on Art Nouveau Jan 22, 2008
-work emerald leaves lived up both to the house's Art Nouveau heritage and to the sexually charged titles given to the new "Enchanting" collection. "Audacious," "voluptuous," "dangerous" and "mysterious" are some of the words defining the new pieces. (International Herald Tribune)
Bald eagles steal cold show Jan 22, 2008
Keokuk added new programs this weekend to focus awareness on the health of native mussels in the Mississippi River and the invasion of the emerald ash borer in the Midwest. The life and habitat of Iowa's bobcats, first presented about four years ago, was repeated and drew the largest audiences. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Fashion: Check out art deco style, as scene in 'Atonement' Jan 16, 2008
The green dress, in all its emerald, drape-y glory, was designed by Atonement costume designer Jacqueline Durran (see sketch). To Lombardo, it evokes John Galliano for Dior. (USA Today -- Life)
What's in & out in 2008 Jan 10, 2008
Emerald green will be a key color come spring - along with yellow, coral, fuchsia and white ... Belted dresses/Trapeze dresses Fitted tops/Baby-doll tops Prints (abstract, floral, animal) /Stripes, dots Bright colors (yellow, coral, fuchsia, emerald) /muted colors Long dresses /Miniskirts Full-leg trousers/Skinny pants Higher waistbands /Super-low waistbands Bermuda shorts /Short shorts Gladiator sandals /Ballet flats Hidden platforms /Stiletto pumps Patent leather /Distressed leather Trench... (AZCentral -- Style)
Unique couture is a call to auction Dec 27, 2007
And yet, an emerald Dior gown (estimate of $200-$300) that had everyone swooning, went for a mere $117. 50. (Boston Globe)
President Bush, federal employees receive predictable but pricey gifts from around the world Dec 9, 2007
In January 2006, the Bushes each received some "hand-woven emerald green, fuchsia, indigo blue, orange and purple traditional Ghana Kente (cloth) with a stripe and geometric weft motif pattern" from Ghana's president, John Kufuor, according to the description on the list. That month, a Mexican governor and his wife sent Laura Bush a pure silver, hollow sculpture of a male bust called "The Creator," mounted on a marble base and valued at 1,500. (North County Times)
Police Reports 12-07 Dec 8, 2007
Statutory Burglary, occurred on November 30, 2007, between 5;00-9:45 p.m. in the 7400 block of Emerald Drive in Manassas ... Statutory Burglary, occurred between December 1, 2007, around 3:00 p.m. and December 2, 2007, in the 7300 block of Emerald Drive in Manassas. (Loudoun Times Mirror, VA)
Stanford tops plummeting Cal 20-13 to win 110th Big Game Dec 2, 2007
The Bears still expect a bid to San Francisco's Emerald Bowl after Arizona State beat Arizona, leaving the Pac-10 with only six bowl-eligible schools. If the Wildcats had posted an upset, the Bears likely would have missed the postseason an unbelievable development for fans with national title hopes just two months ago. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
CARDINAL REDEMPTION CAL: Now the wait for a low-tier bowl Dec 2, 2007
" With Arizona State's win over Arizona late Saturday, Cal still secured a school-record six bowl berth. Depending on whether the Pac-10 gets one or two BCS invites, the Bears could go to San Francisco's Emerald Bowl or the Armed Forces Bowl in Fort Worth, Texas. "It's out of our control now," Tedford said. "Ending a year like this is not what you want. It would be a great opportunity to get to coach these guys one more time and have them get to play together one more time. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
the stunning Kali Gandaki river gorge Dec 2, 2007
" The amount of money demanded of each visitor varied over time and by trail, from more than $100 to only a few dollars. In courtly fashion the insurgents would give their "donors" a receipt to prevent double jeopardy: Show the receipt, and you didn't have to give to other Maoists along the trail. There were no red flags or gunpoint check posts on the first day, only emerald rice terraces cascading down the mountains. The next day was equally spectacular, with waterfalls from earth and sky. In... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Deer cull draws eager hunters to state park Nov 28, 2007
Teddybear wrote on Nov 27, 2007 10:38 AM:" Maybe humans have been hunting since they have existed, but how "sportsman" is going into a confined area, blasting a vegetarian animal with an automatic weapon (our ancestors killed with their bare hands, big guy), and then carting off the carcass for dinner? Get real. This isn't survival. It's a yellow brick road to the Emerald Pity. ". Its not hunting. (Northwest Indiana Times)
Ballerinas! Jewels for dancing Nov 27, 2007
"Jewels" is the name of a ballet, choreographed by George Balanchine, that celebrates emeralds, rubies and diamonds with the music of Faur ... cieux, hot from the Paris workrooms, were divided into Balanchine's emerald, ruby and diamond categories ... Exceptional pieces of creativity and craftsmanship included earrings where two pear-shaped, tiger-eye emeralds dangled below diamond "tutus"; and a brooch of a dancer stretching slender arms across a skirt to her miniature ballet shoes. (International Herald Tribune)
Keeping it real ... or is it? Nov 9, 2007
Many of you may have seen their pieces in created emerald as far back as the 70s. That was then; this is now. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
You Want Riley? No Chance Nov 7, 2007
This, of course, will discomfit greatly the newer Cal fans, who went hook, line and anvil for the 5-0 start and the No. 2 rating and have fumed about the three subsequent losses that took their heroes from the BCS title game in New Orleans to the Emerald Bowl across the bridge. More to the point, the fan base has become factionalized on quarterbacking lines. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
North San Diego County School News Briefs: TPHS students earn AP Scholar Awards Nov 7, 2007
VISTA -- Tri-City Christian School, 302 N. Emerald Drive, will hold a Veterans Day Celebration from 10 to 11 a.m. Nov. 9. All active and retired military personnel are invited. (North County Times)
Ireland's Ring Of Kerry Nov 4, 2007
I was exploring the much-loved Ring of Kerry, assuming I'd be seeing quaint pubs, sheep farms, and plush Emerald Isle beauty. But Conner was determined to complement the traditional sights by showing a different side of this touristy destination (a. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival Nov 2, 2007
n 1:15 p.m.: Emerald Coast Ballet ... n 12:30 p.m.: Emerald Coast Ballet. (Pensacola News Journal)
Take a peek inside 'The Bone Garden' Oct 25, 2007
"Acrostic jewelry was quite the rage in the early Victorian era. The names of the stones are meant to spell out a word. A ruby, emerald, and garnet, for instance, would be the first three letters in the word regard. This ring is something you'd give as a token of affection.". "Are these actually precious stones?". (USA Today -- Life)
Six-Carat Blue Diamond Breaks 20-Year-Old Record in Hong Kong Oct 9, 2007
An emerald rope-necklace that previously belonged to the American songwriter and lyricist Irving Berlin also sold for HK$20. 5 million, including commission, at yesterday's sale in Hong Kong. (Bloomberg)
Main Street Waterloo hosts gem of a ceremony Sep 12, 2007
Restoring those old buildings also gives downtowns an emerald finish, as preservation is considered one of the best forms of eco-conscious design. "There couldn't be a more 'green' advertisement for Waterloo than the number of buildings being preserved and restored," said Tramontina. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Fall Arts Preview Sep 9, 2007
Steppin' Out at the Emerald Ball Westin Waterfront Hotel, 425 Summer St. Boston. 866-468-7619, 617-442-8800, ext. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Strands that deliver Aug 30, 2007
Green freshwater pearl, goldstone, and olive and emerald glass mix and mingle in a six-strand necklace. Enscoe looks to her favorite designers -- among them, Milly and Tibi -- for inspiration when picking colors and materials for her handmade jewelry. (Boston Globe -- Living)
Obits: Junker, Peters and Vrchota Aug 30, 2007
EMERALD PETERS The funeral for Emerald Peters was held today, Wednesday, August 29, 2007, at the Britton United Methodist Church with Rev. Kris Mutzenberger officiating ... Emerald died Saturday, August 25, in Sioux Falls at the age of 78 ... Emerald W. Peters was born February 11, 1929 at Britton, SD, to Edward Didrek and Anna Emma (Wilgers) Peters. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Police: Woman reports assault Aug 10, 2007
A 31-year-old woman reported someone broke into her house in the 100 block of Grovemont Drive Wednesday or Thursday and stole a $200 iPod, a $100 diamond tennis bracelet, a $500 emerald necklace, a $1,000 pair of diamond earrings, a Social Security card and other jewelry. Woman assaulted. (The Daily Reflector)
Not-So-Secret Gardens Aug 9, 2007
Garden No. 17, "Emerald Enchantment," has a deck painted a startling lime green, scattered with orange beanbag chairs and topped with an orange canopy. Multicolor Plexiglas disks atop tall rods at No. 35, "Earth and Sky," turn the light-colored gravel underneath into colorful polka dots when the sun shines through. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Fall Fashion Trends for 2007 Aug 7, 2007
In marked contrast to the crayola bright ruby, cobalt and emerald hues so evident in many collections, Prada helped set a new course with coats missing sleeves, and muted, dip-dyed earth- & fruit-tones. Paris: La Ville lumi;re delivered the expected gorgeous theatricality, with interesting presentations, risks in terms of the clothes themselves, and evidence of forward-thinking. (Suite101.com)
Stoli elit and Penny Preville Announce Auction for DIFFA Jul 31, 2007
Dramatic 18 carat gold elit Hoop-Earrings dripping with diamonds and bold, deco-inspired elit Cuff Links boasting emerald cut diamonds complete the collection ... The 'deco' design is achieved by Penny Preville's careful placement of emerald cut and round diamonds. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Gallery Night 'Midsummer Night's Eve' Jul 20, 2007
The Emerald Turtle: 21 S. Palafox Place. Mike Potters, a local guitarist who may invite you to sing along. (Pensacola News Journal)
Grace, Princess of Monaco: Celebrating a Remarkable Life on the 25th Anniversary of Her Passing Jul 19, 2007
47 carat Emerald Cut Diamond set with two baguette diamonds and mounted in platinum. The ring can be seen in High Society which was filmed the same year. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
California coast: Even a 30-hour visit reveals Carmel, Monterey among state's shining jewels Jul 15, 2007
We watched the sea lions swimming in the emerald green water and sunning on the rocks. Then we came back to Carmel to a shop called Jan de Luz (on Dolores between Ocean and 7th) to pick up an apron we were having monogrammed. (Deseret News)
Paris Fashion: The jewelers of Place Vendme get in on the act Jul 6, 2007
But that meant a selection of emerald jewels in exceptional mixes of cuts, from briolettes to pav ... Also in this garden, a diamond serpent bracelet with emerald eyes. (International Herald Tribune)
Adventures in Bangkok Jun 26, 2007
This magnificent temple houses the much-revered Emerald Buddha, covered in its seasonal robe. So important is this statue that the King himself changes those robes in a solemn ceremony three times a year. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Captain unveils trove of treasure Jun 16, 2007
""This isn't the main pile, but I think we're on the right trail," he said.Several local treasure hunters -- captains and divers -- have searched the Margarita site for years, only to find hints of the booty beneath the ocean.Doug Pope, who captains the Polly-L, searched the Margarita site from 2002 through 2004."We dug about 500 holes down there, and I found an anchor, pieces of olive jars and, finally, a 40-carat emerald. The only trace of gold was several gold shards," he said.Still, he's not... (Florida Today)
True North Gems Receives Global Ruby Market Survey From MVI Marketing Jun 12, 2007
The Company is a pioneer in coloured gemstone exploration and owns 100% interest in the Yukon-based Tsa da Glisza emerald property and the Baffin sapphire property located on Baffin Island and the rights to earn 100% interest in the Fiskenaesset ruby and pink sapphire property in Greenland. The Company relies on litigation protection for "forward-looking" statements. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Entertainment guide Jun 11, 2007
PATCH TOWN DAYS: featuring music by the Highlanders Lowlanders, the Breaker Boys, and the Emerald Isle Irish Step Dancers, June 23 and 24, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Eckley Miners Village, 2 Eckley Main St., Weatherly. SIERRA CLUB: Lehigh River Gorge State Park rail trail bike ride, June 23, 9:30 a.m. 388-2338. (Scranton Times, PA)
Weekend entertainment guide Jun 10, 2007
PATCH TOWN DAYS: featuring music by the Highlanders Lowlanders, the Breaker Boys, and the Emerald Isle Irish Step Dancers, June 23 and 24, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Eckley Miners Village, 2 Eckley Main St., Weatherly. TRAIL ROTARY CLUB MOTORCYCLE POKER RALLY: June 23, 9 a.m. registration, Keystone College, La Plume, $20 per biker/ $10 per rider. (Scranton Times, PA)
More of this story May 19, 2007
Developer Meruelo Maddux Properties prepared the foundation last week, and a crane began stacking a steel base for the green glass building that architects say will shimmer in three shades, from emerald to sea foam. The intent is to imitate a waterfall. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Characteristics of Costume Jewelry May 13, 2007
If set with gemstones usually only the precious gemstones ruby, sapphire, emerald or diamond will qualify to be designated as 'fine ... So while ruby, emerald and sapphire are the three precious colored gemstones, joined by diamond, it does not always follow that jewelry set with these gemstones is 'fine. (Suite101.com)
Moms the word May 11, 2007
Colombian rough and cut emeralds ... The distinguished gemstone, emerald, is the birthstone for the month of May ... It just so happens to be the color of most emeralds (some African emeralds can have a blue -green color. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Christening cruise ships goes Hollywood May 10, 2007
For example, next week Princess Cruises will celebrate Mother's Day by christening its newest ship, Emerald Princess, with a pair of television's favorite moms: Florence Henderson, best known as Carol Brady on "The Brady Bunch," and Marion Ross, who played Marion Cunningham on "Happy Days.". But when it comes to ship-launching publicity, no one can touch Royal Caribbean International, who last year partnered with NBC's "Today" show to ask the public to pick the godmother for Freedom of the Seas,... (MSNBC -- Travel)
May's Full Moon - the Flower Moon May 7, 2007
Gems to enhance this moon s energy include ones like Malachite, Jade, Emerald, Peridot or any other green-hued stones. These gems help enhance the energy of the heart chakra, which governs our compassion, generosity, love and harmony. (Suite101.com)
What's your fantasy ... cut? May 4, 2007
And yes, some people still purchase the marquis shape, the oval and even the emerald cut - but not as frequently. I typically like to push the envelope so to speak when it comes to my designs; my clientele actually expect our inventory to be unusual. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Celebrate 'Transfer Day' at Virgin Islands May 3, 2007
The participating hotels on St. Thomas and St. John are the Frenchman's Reef Marriott, Bolongo Bay Beach Resort, Best Western Emerald Beach, Best Western Carib Beach, Secret Harbour Resort, Wyndham Sugar Bay Resort Point Pleasant, Sapphire Beach, Sapphire Village, Crystal Cove, Anchorage and The Westin St. John Resort s.. Savings for stays on St. Croix include. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Prom Time: What's hot and what's not for big night for high schoolers Apr 30, 2007
Classic colors like emerald green, ivory, baby pink and jet black compliment the dresses' more traditional style, while flavors like tangerine, lemon, raspberry and lime add an updated element to an "old-fashioned" look. Those bright "pop-art" colors are reflected in this year's tuxedo vests, beneath black two- and three-button jackets, said Dolly DiCarlo, owner of DiCarlo's Formal Wear in the Milmont Park section of Ridley Township. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
4 must-dos in Taipei Apr 27, 2007
The deep green, almost emerald shade is what most people think of as jadeite, but the mineral comes in a rainbow of colors including white, lavender and yellow. Sometimes the stone has a mixture, and an artist may imagine a form or shape that fits the piece, like the white and green jadeite cabbage in the National Palace Museum. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
North San Diego County Community News in Brief: Author Pete Earley to speak at mental health luncheon Apr 27, 2007
Merchants who donated raffle prizes were Design II -- Daylily Hill, Emerald M. Growers, Inc., Euro American Propagators L.L.C., Fallbrook Nursery, Hawthorne Nursery, La Mission Cactus, Myrtle Creek Nursery, Ramirez Fountains, RZ Nursery, Sunlet Nursery and Southwest Boulder and Stone. For information contact Pauline Sechi at (760) 728-6622. (North County Times)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Paddle a canoe for charity Apr 20, 2007
Wednesdays, 9 to 10 a.m., Tri City Church, 302 N. Emerald Drive, Vista. Information: (760) 727-5835 or (760) 945-3818 or go to www. (North County Times)
Students Taken Hostage By Day-Care Owner Mar 28, 2007
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