We wanted to kill 5000, surviving terrorist says Nov 30, 2008
The terrorists thought their plan might be compromised, so on November 15 or 16 the teams used their inflatable speed boats to hijack a fishing boat, the Kuber. Indian media reported Kasab was one of four terrorists who entered Mumbai with fake identities, posing as overseas students. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Denominator anything but common in school playoff Nov 30, 2008
As Shea prepared for the final week of his high school football career, he paused to reflect on a few of his childhood joys in Walpole: the mornings fishing with his father, the afternoons building makeshift forts in the woods with his buddies, the nights spent at home with his mother. He said the pain of her death has eased a bit with time and he has gained some comfort from living in the Reading home in which his father grew up. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
One More Cast: 3 lines benefit anglers Nov 30, 2008
Starting in April, anglers across the state and on every body of water open to fishing will be able to drop that extra line, and get away with it ... Up until Nov. 6, the use of three lines was a privilege enjoyed only by salmon fishing on the Great Lakes while anyone else fishing from boats, on the ice or shorelines of inland lakes were limited to two ... It does, however, shed light upon an advantage given to one particular segment of the angling community whose members may invest exponential... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Kenneth E. Fitzgerald Nov 30, 2008
His family wrote, Kenny has gone off fishing without us and is in heaven telling his stories now ... He loved hunting, fishing and telling stories. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Barack Obama, and the Rush For Election Souvenirs Nov 30, 2008
Prosperity has its favorite hobbies, its gold-trimmed roadsters and superyachts and the million-dollar platinum fishing lure studded with 100 carats of diamonds. But in an age of austerity, when we seek satisfaction on the cheap, some pursuits are all about value, but not necessarily about money. (Time.com)
King yields throne Nov 30, 2008
JIM SUTTON/The Times-UnionA fresh sun rises on Jacksonville's newest charter fishing boat, the Majesty ... Anderson fishes once per week year-round with captain Scott Reynolds and says the speed of the new boat gives him an extra hour of fishing time ... Anderson fishes once per week year-round with captain Scott Reynolds and says the speed of the new boat gives him an extra hour of fishing time. (Florida Times-Union)
Beaches shorts Nov 30, 2008
The initial public hearing occurred Tuesday for the Jacksonville Port Authority's proposed plan for a terminal on 8 acres in the historic fishing village ... Dozens of residents of the historic village have voiced opposition to the plan and say it would wreck the fishing industry and the rustic character of the enclave that was established in 1562. (Florida Times-Union)
The ordeal continues in Mumbai Nov 29, 2008
On Wednesday November 26th several boatloads of terrorists, carrying guns, grenades and explosives, reportedly arrived near the gateway and among the fishing boats on the opposite side of the peninsula. Two days later, after killing at least 155 people and injuring over 320, the last of them have yet to depart. (The Economist)
Rare turtle survies close call with soup pot Nov 29, 2008
Fisherman agrees to exchange it for $200 and two new fishing nets ... Instead, the 150-pound animal returned to its lake Wednesday and conservationists celebrated their deal with the fisherman the turtle's freedom in exchange for about $200 and two new fishing nets. (MSNBC -- International)
Mumbai frozen in shock Nov 29, 2008
The police then turned up to the fishing community, impounded the boat and took it away. As night falls, it appears that the security operation at the Taj Palace Hotel and the Jewish community centre has stepped up a gear. (BBC News)
Video: How to Hide Flat Screen TV Cables Nov 29, 2008
But fishing cables through the wall can be tricky at best and impossible if the wall is brick or concrete, such as in a basement room. Apartment renters are typically prohibited from cutting into the wall. (PR Newswire)
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Emil Gregory (Emil Knievel, a nickname thrust upon him by Mark Beighley of KZZY Radio) decided he s had enough, and plans to follow his son, Jason, who coaches at Grand Forks Red River, go to ball games in the Fargo-Moorhead area, and maybe do some traveling and fishing. It takes a lot of work to run one of these places, Emil said Tuesday at a retirement celebration held in his honor at Cenex West in Devils Lake. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
Ecotourism travels to Coastside establishments Nov 29, 2008
Once day-trippers have had their fill of goat cheese in the backcountry with Harley, a half-hour drive up the coast will bring them to Pillar Point Harbor, where captains like William Smith can charter expeditions for fishing and whale-watching. We saw more than a hundred humpback whales when I was out the other day, Smith said. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Physical contest or trivial pursuit? Poker faces poser Nov 29, 2008
A dictionary defines sport as: "Activity pursued for exercise or pleasure, usually requiring some form of physical skill, such as golf, fishing, racing, etc." ... Deep-sea fishing is a beast of a sport, and can drain all the energy from a man, but wharf fishing seems to be more a game of chance than skill. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Satisfaction of saviours from queue jumpers Nov 29, 2008
The Norwegian foreign minister rang him early in the morning and triumphantly Alex, in his flannelette jim-jams, told him the MV Tampa will not be landing in Australia, with its cargo of 430 asylum seekers rescued from a sinking fishing boat. They can turn around and go to Indonesia. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Militants in Mumbai 'wanted an Indian 9/11' Nov 29, 2008
Prior to mounting the attack the militants had taken over an Indian fishing trawler, tying up and blindfolding some fishermen. One newspaper picture showed one lying on the floor of the small trawler with his hands tied behind his back and his throat cut. (India Times)
Terrorists may have hijacked boat Nov 29, 2008
Terrorists may have hijacked Porbander fishing boat- Politics/Nation-News-The Economic Times ... Terrorists may have hijacked Porbander fishing boat28 Nov 2008, 1719 hrs IST, TNN ... AHMEDABAD: A fishing trawler that went missing on November 14 may have carried the terrorists to Colaba coast to hold Mumbai hostage on Wednesday, police sources told TOI.. (India Times)
Terror journey on sea Nov 29, 2008
The haversack-wielding terrorists took great care to avoid interception by marine commandos or coast guard personnel, and hijacked an Indian fishing trawler, MV Kuber, once they entered the Indian waters on November 23 ... The terrorists, after abandoning the fishing trawler belonging to Porbunder fisherman Vinod Masani, took a smaller boat and landed at Badhwar Park near Cuffe Parade on Wednesday. (India Times)
A non-man's man in the mean streets Nov 29, 2008
But it was like fishing - long quiet spells followed by sudden bursts of excitement. A suspect might resist arrest, or suddenly flee the scene ("We've got a runner"), or simply, by dint of giving the officers "a little attitude", invite a verbal dressing down. (BBC News -- UK)
World's Rarest Turtle Nearly Becomes Soup Nov 29, 2008
Instead, the 150-pound animal returned to its lake Wednesday and conservationists celebrated their deal with the fisherman the turtle's freedom in exchange for about $200 and two new fishing nets. Douglas Hendrie and other conservationists had been trying to find the turtle for two weeks after floods washed the animal out of Dong Mo Lake near Hanoi. (Fox News)
3 Men Watching Surf Drown in Rogue Wave Along California Coast Nov 29, 2008
A 16-year-old boy drowned there earlier this year while fishing. Share. (Fox News)
3 family members drown at popular SoCal spot Nov 29, 2008
Earlier this year, a 16-year-old boy also drowned at Point Mugu while fishing. ADVERTISEMENT. (Anchorage Daily News)
Wind beneath their wings Nov 29, 2008
A flock of Canada geese struggles to fly before landing in Fishing Lake on Friday morning. According to the National Weather Service in Rapid City, S.D., Gillette could experience wind gusts as high as 46 mph Friday. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Fishing season ending for striped mullet Nov 29, 2008
The state says the fishing season for ama ama or striped mullet fishing is due to end on Monday to protect the species from overfishing ... State Board of Land and Natural Resources Chairwoman Laura Thielen is asking for the public s cooperation in implementing the fishing ban ... The state says the fishing season for ama ama or striped mullet fishing is due to end on Monday to protect the species from overfishing. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Oltmann Funeral Home Celebrates Centennial Anniversary in Business Nov 29, 2008
Families bring in personal items of the deceased, including pictures, videos, quilts and even fishing equipment. Visitations also have grown, he noted, and more families are having services at the funeral home instead of the church. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
British crew dive overboard to escape Somali pirates Nov 29, 2008
48am after being threatened by five pirates in a fishing boat ... The Sirius Star, seized by pirates this week, is thought to be anchored off the coast of Eyl, a former fishing village turned haven for pirates. (guardian.co.uk)
Visitors center reports positive tourism figures Nov 29, 2008
According to a report, Regional Event Economic Impact Statistics for 2008, bass fishing and soccer tournaments in Columbia County also have attracted people to the Augusta area, resulting in a local impact of more than $14 million. "Since the beginning of this fiscal year (July 1), Columbia County has experienced incredible stability in our hotel/motel revenue," Beda Johnson, the director of Columbia County's Convention and Visitors Bureau, said in an e-mail. (The Augusta Chronicle)
* Taiwan, Cook Islands cooperating on uncovering illegal fishing activities Nov 29, 2008
Taiwan, Cook Islands cooperating on uncovering illegal fishing activities ... Taiwan and the Cook Islands have activated a mechanism to help uncover illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing activities, the Fisheries Agency said yesterday ... Under the deal, Taiwanese fishing boats operating in WCPFC areas are required to let Cook Islands fishery officials or police X after checking that they are genuine Cook Islands authorities X board and inspect their vessels to help crack down on... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Hawaii 'ama'ama fishing season ends Monday Nov 29, 2008
The state says the fishing season for 'ama'ama or striped mullet fishing is due to end on Monday to protect the species from overfishing ... State Board of Land and Natural Resources Chairwoman Laura Thielen is asking for the public's cooperation in implementing the fishing ban. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Leeward tent cities are mostly gone Nov 29, 2008
"You can go to Sewers Beach any day now and see people pole fishing from the beach. I'm seeing this place being used as a good, positive park for the first time in years.". Between fall 2006 and last month, the city government systematically evacuated and scrubbed these parks, and then closed them to the public between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., making it tough for tent dwellers to regain a foothold. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Photo of the Day Nov 29, 2008
Donna Edlund takes time during her evening walk to enjoy Mondays sunset on the fishing pier at Hodag Park in Rhinelander ... Quite a view Donna Edlund takes time during her evening walk to enjoy Mondays sunset on the fishing pier at Hodag Park in Rhinelander. (Rhinelander Daily News, WI)
REGION: State proposes food container ban Nov 29, 2008
For example, a bill requiring harbors to be cleared of abandoned fishing gear failed. But Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a law to make manufacturers keep tiny pellets called nurdles, the building blocks of plastic products, out of waterways. (North County Times)
Running out of steam: Kettle campaign could use a hand Nov 29, 2008
RE, Fishing Show Host Darryl Chronzey Reprimanded How in good conscience could the three-person panel of the Canadian Broadcast Standards Council reprimand fishing. Posted by. (The North Bay Nugget)
Biologists Find New Environmental Threat In North American Lakes Nov 29, 2008
28, 2008) A new and insidious environmental threat has been detected in North American lakes by researchers from Queen's and York universities. Along with scientists from several Canadian government laboratories, the team has documented biological damage caused by declining levels of calcium in many temperate, soft-water lakes. (Science Daily)
Charleston restaurant prospers under new ownership Nov 29, 2008
World Photo by Madeline Steege Fishermen and others, above, sit and talk about the weather and the state of fishing on Monday at the newly refurbished Basin Caf ... World Photo by Madeline Steege Fishermen and others, above, sit and talk about the weather and the state of fishing on Monday at the newly refurbished Basin Caf. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Game and Fish advisory board meetings a good way to stay informed Nov 29, 2008
If you've never been to one, and you are into the outdoors whether it's hunting, fishing, birding, hiking or whatever, you should attend the meeting in you area. A complete listing of meeting dates, locations and contact people is available on the game and fish Web site. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Community Calendar (Nov. 21) Nov 29, 2008
What is to be gained other than a free-flowing stream for kayaking and fly fishing ... orguy wrote on Nov 21, 2008 4:41 PM:" Jack, the idea of changing the endangered species law has been floated by quite a number of people, and doing that would change the way the fishing is managed. Rather than base the regulation on "wild populations," which are very scarce these days, the management would be based on all salmon; hatchery reared, and wild. The way the Bush Admin went about it, however, was... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Piracy needs tougher action Nov 29, 2008
You mean like the 10,000 fishing boats that act like fishing boats. If they start to act like they aren't fishing. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
An orchard in the backyard Nov 29, 2008
Here at Hijauan Heights, we offer you not just the orchard and clubhouse but also outdoor activities such as paragliding, fishing, boating and camping site to name a few. Plus, all the bungalows that we built are fully-furnished, he says. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Where the wild things are - Mapping quest highlights 'bread-and-butter’ places of hunters and anglers Nov 29, 2008
He s got a map with every favorite hunting ground and fishing hole in the state of Montana, outlined and cross-referenced in a computer database ... So far, he s been to 30 Montana cities and towns, visiting 40 hunting and fishing organizations. (Missoulian, MT)
Accused boat crash driver granted bail Nov 29, 2008
The runabout collided with a fishing trawler, killing six of the 14 people on board. Small faced a Sydney court on Friday after being extradited from Queensland, charged with six counts of dangerous navigation occasioning death and one count of operating a vessel with a mid-range blood alcohol content. (The Age)
2 feared dead as crab boat sinks at Tillamook bar Nov 29, 2008
BARVIEW -- In town to visit relatives for Thanksgiving, Mark Headley thought it would be fun Friday morning to join locals watching the fishing boats cross the Tillamook bar ... The fishing vessel Network was headed out of Tillamook Bay just before 8 a.m., bound for open sea to drop crab pots ... Of the capsizings, three were commercial fishing vessels, two were charters, and one was a personal recreation boat. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Iceland's PM defies calls to resign over meltdown Nov 29, 2008
Haarde predicted economic recovery in 2010, saying Iceland's strong fundamentals including robust fishing and tourism industries and a highly educated work force would see the country through. "We have got used to very high living standards," he said. (International Herald Tribune -- Travel)
Cohasset Tri branches out Nov 29, 2008
Ricci-Munn, a Gloucester resident, envisioned a seaside race for the historic fishing village turned city. I want Gloucester to experience the thrill and buzz that the Cohasset Triathlon has generated for its town, said Ricci-Munn in an e-mail. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Mumbai horror born from leadership's failure Nov 29, 2008
There is super quick, guaranteed cure for what ails 'ya: Stop fishing ... Editor - Your front page article decribes Dennis Sturgell, who has recieved over $260,000 in citations for illegal fishing, as "the world's greatest fisherman.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Opinion)
‘I have seen so many corpses' Nov 29, 2008
As Pakistani Islamists are increasingly suspected by the Indian government to be responsible, the police are pushing the theory that the attackers sailed from Karachi to near Mumbai, moved from a larger ship to a hijacked or prearranged fishing trawler, motored into Mumbai harbour and transferred again into small dinghies. Shortly before 10 p.m. on Wednesday, they landed at the Gate of India, a huge stone plinth that commemorates the arrival in what was then Bombay by King George V and Queen... (Globe and Mail -- International)
Peru economy grows 9.5 pct in 3Q, region's fastest Nov 29, 2008
The institute on Friday said Peru's construction, mining and fishing industries largely withstood the world economic crisis to lead third-quarter gains. The International Monetary Fund forecasts 9. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Celebrate the holidays in historic downtown Mystic Nov 29, 2008
Traveling on Star, the Mystic Seaport s Fishing and Lobster Boat, Santa Claus will dock at 2 p.m. at the Mystic River Park dock, where he will greet the crowds and listen to all the children s wishes. Prior to Santa s arrival, there will be a special appearance by the cast of the Eastern Connecticut Ballet s Nutcracker. (Westerly Sun, RI)
High Sierra Search and Rescue-a personal perspective Nov 29, 2008
Confidentiality Note: Subject's name was changed to protect personal information. The location and exact date of the search operation were also changed. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
New maps show submerged Columbia falls are intact Nov 29, 2008
For thousands of years the falls were a fishing site for American Indians and their ancestors. They also were the center of a major tribal trade network that brought traders from tribes as far away as the Midwest and south California. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Great Gifts for Anyone on Your List This Holiday Season Nov 29, 2008
The most innovative lure on the market, the Clackin' Rap from Rapala, is a must-have for every fishing enthusiast on your list. Straight out of the wrapping paper, the Clackin' Rap will excel in all fishing applications. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Pollution's Impact on an American Icon Nov 29, 2008
The company has strongly lobbied the Philippine government to outlaw cyanide and dynamite fishing in the islands. Those fishing techniques produce big, easy catches, but they're environmentally destructive, and they adversely affect the mollusks on the pearl farms. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Names released for 2 men drowned by rogue wave Nov 29, 2008
A 16-year-old boy drowned there earlier this year while fishing. (Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. (KRNV.com, NV)
Iraqi doctors dismiss claims that Jessica Lynch was raped in hospital Nov 29, 2008
The pirate "mother ship" sunk last week by the Indian navy was in reality a Thai fishing vessel that had been seized by pirates just hours earlier ... The pirate "mother ship" sunk last week by the Indian navy was actually a Thai fishing trawler seized hours earlier by pirates, a maritime agency said today. (Yahoo News -- Jessica Lynch)
Brisk Black Friday sales at Mason City retailers Nov 29, 2008
Former Iowan wrote on Nov 28, 2008 11:37 PM:" Sorry, Buffy. I've never had to work a checkout lane, thankfully. Sorry you had it so rough. It seemed to me an awful lot of people were making fun of those who get up early to do their shopping. I really do consider that a form of bonding with others. I think women use it just as the men use it with their fishing and hunting. I was defending the women. One thing I do know is that the women who are shopping are buying things for other people,... (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Bob Lamb: ‘To Eat or Not to Eat Venison’ survey produced surprising responses Nov 29, 2008
Due to the economy and cost of hunting and fishing supplies, I now eat more wild game than ever. Frank Mihalovic, La Crosse. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Overnight shoppers get best deals Nov 29, 2008
This year, they were hoping for a card that would allow them to upgrade their bass fishing rods and reels. "It's also just fun being here," Maegen said. (AZCentral -- News)
Obituaries (11.26.2008) Nov 29, 2008
She enjoyed crocheting, collecting four leaf clovers, nightly rides around town, fishing with her brothers in their secret fishing holes and snowmobiling. She also enjoyed watching with her husband, John, Judge Judy, Judge Joe Brown and other judge shows they could find. (Forest Republican, WI)
Allegedly impaired driver hits, kills six-year-old as he crosses street in Chauvin Nov 29, 2008
Family members of the boy said Jaelin Naquin and his parents had just returned from a family gathering when they decide to go fishing in the bayou directly across from their home along the 5600 block of La ... She said the boy was the only one who hadn t made it across the road before fishing. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Papuan asylum seekers return to Indonesia Nov 29, 2008
"I want to go back fishing again," Mr Wainggai said, adding he was not given any financial inducement to go back home. The return of Mr Wainggai and Anike represents a propaganda coup of sorts for Indonesia, which was so angered by the Australian government granting refugee status to the 43 asylum-seekers that it recalled its ambassador from Canberra. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Dad to Dad: Christmas overload? Bring it on! Nov 29, 2008
Dad buying mom ice fishing gear and underwear every year. The 20-year-old commercials for Rambo toys and Playschool dinosaurs that plays during the Muppets Family Christmas movie my mom taped off TV one of a select collection of Christmas movies we had to watch every year. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
More of this story Nov 29, 2008
Steven Lalli wrote on Oct 18, 2008 12:49 AM:" You want More Police & Fire News?Here is one they will not print: Mrs. Wilson's cat got stuck up the Liberty Tree and we called the Police. They said call the Fire Dept. Well, they all showed up even the Newport Public Works showed up. No one wanted to climb the tree so they called The Meticulous Paint Job Co. for a special ladder and the guy went up about 50 feet in the air and went to grab the cat, then the cat jumped on him and started clawing and... (Newport Daily News, RI)
One More Cast: 3 lines benefit anglers Nov 29, 2008
Starting in April, anglers across the state and on every body of water open to fishing will be able to drop that extra line, and get away with it ... Up until Nov. 6, the use of three lines was a privilege enjoyed only by salmon fishing on the Great Lakes while anyone else fishing from boats, on the ice or shorelines of inland lakes were limited to two ... It does, however, shed light upon an advantage given to one particular segment of the angling community whose members may invest exponential... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Police Beat: November 27, 2008 Nov 29, 2008
Nov. 22, Big Lake: Michael S. Gozdor II, 21, Eagle River, cited for fishing with bait and unattended fishing gear. Nov. 19, Big Lake: Michael Wilts, 47, Eagle River, cited for fishing with bait and unattended fishing gear. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Kenneth E. Fitzgerald Nov 29, 2008
His family wrote, Kenny has gone off fishing without us and is in heaven telling his stories now ... He loved hunting, fishing and telling stories. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)