* World News Quick Take Nov 5, 2009
UNITED STATES No bids for Monroe crypt. An auction for the crypt above the final resting place of Marilyn Monroe has ended without receiving a single offer ... The crypt had been owned by Monroes ex-husband Joe DiMaggio, who later sold it to entrepreneur Richard Poncher. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
CONFERENCE PREVIEWS Nov 4, 2009
Center Cierra Bravard and forward Jacinta Monroe look to help continue Florida State's rise. Boston College, with center Carolyn Swords starring, is eyeing a tournament spot. (USA Today -- Sports)
Palo Alto voters set to elect five council members. Nov 4, 2009
Palo Alto Online : Palo Alto set to vote in new council members. Palo Alto Online News. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Weekend Recruit Scoreboard Nov 3, 2009
Monroe (N.C.) Parkwood 21, Waxhaw (N.C.) Marvin Ridge () 20. Murfreesboro (Tenn. (InsideCarolina.com)
Patriot League Football Release - 11.2.09 Nov 3, 2009
Greg Sullivan, Colgate Jr., QB, 6'1, 204, Monroe, N.Y./Monroe-Woodbury Sullivan completed 11-of-21 passes for 198 yards and a career-high four touchdown passes in a 27-20 Colgate win over Lehigh on Saturday. Freddie Santana, Holy Cross Jr., WR, 5'9, 185, Staten Island, N.Y./New Dorp Santana caught seven passes for 82 yards and a career-high three touchdowns in Holy Cross' 41-27 win at Fordham. (Patriotleague.com)
Suicide-prevention efforts focus on tracks Nov 3, 2009
" I have seen too much hand wringing with no solid solutions or help suggestions offered. Let's get out of denial and start LISTENING TO OUR KIDS Hello???????? are they not the "real experts" in living the Palo Alto lifestyle as a young person? (witness the treatment the young people received at the last evening panel....second class citizens behind the "experts") Think about this please..... Posted by OhlonePar, a resident of the Duveneck/St. Francis neighborhood, 2 hours agoMeMe, There's been... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Future of Faith: What’s next for the Church Universal and Triumphant? Nov 1, 2009
Former minister Monroe Shearer founded The Temple of The Presence, based in Tucson, Ariz. in 1995. (Bozeman Daily Chronicle)
Friday's Scores Nov 1, 2009
Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central 42, Harper Woods 22. Montague 42, Lake City 0. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Do hard times mean more domestic violence? Oct 31, 2009
Palo Alto Online : Do hard times mean more domestic violence. Palo Alto Online News. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Talk Week 10 football NOW! Oct 31, 2009
Or Monroe over Perry. Or, in the Newscenter 10 Game of the Week, Leftover (Westover) over Worth(less) Co.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Metro high school football roundup Oct 31, 2009
11:15 p.m. Friday, October 30, 2009. Peachtree Ridge 20, Norcross 10: Chris Sawney rushed for 101 yards and a touchdown as Peachtree Ridge (8-1, 7-0) defeated Norcross 20-10 to remain undefeated in Region 7-AAAAA.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Church roundup Oct 30, 2009
MONROE - Church of the Way, 3981 Mt. Carmel Church Road ... The Mitchells will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday at The Gospel Singing Jubilee in Dawsonville and at 6 p.m. Sunday at The River of Life in Monroe ... Participants will receive encouragement, information, support and instructions from keynote speaker Paulette Washington of Monroe. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Settlement reached on Edgewood Plaza lawsuit Oct 30, 2009
" So the people who bought those Eichlers... Yes the Eichlers, the cheap blue-collar housing of it's time... So those people can justify spending 7 figures on them. Without the false sense that Eichlers are in some way special, they might have to accept the fact that the blue-collar standard of living in the 50's now is only available to the richest 1% of the population. Add a Comment Name: * Select your Neighborhood or School Community: * Neighborhoods - Adobe-Meadows - Barron Park - Charleston... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Audit: Most complaints against Palo Alto police 'unfounded' Oct 30, 2009
Palo Alto Online : Audit: Most complaints against Palo Alto police 'unfounded. Palo Alto Online News. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Stars of Alabama 5A Oct 30, 2009
6-1, 190 pounds, Senior Quarterback, Carver Montgomery High School - Aaron was 14-of-18 for 371 yards passing, four touchdowns and one interception in his team's 49-13 win over Monroe County ... Grant White, 6-1, 185 pounds, Senior Wide Receiver, Monroe County High School - White had four receptions for 95 yards and one touchdown. (autigers.com)
'Average' Palo Alto students rank high statewide Oct 29, 2009
" Posted by Mary, a member of the Gunn High School community, 6 hours agoDear Walter W. You have quite a sense of humor. Guess the kids are smarter than you as well. Posted by Sharon, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, 6 hours agoThere is no valid argument for having unions in any Government jobs, local,state or federal. The state is not going to go out of business so they need no protection. Posted by go IB!, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, 5 hours ago Mary, IB is actually a... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Friday Night Phenoms Oct 29, 2009
-Hamiltons Mike Monroe also had 2 INTs to help seal the deal in Huskies win over Brophy. Related Stories. (The Insiders -- Arizona Prep)
Western second in GNAC Coaches Poll, receives four first-place votes Oct 29, 2009
" Parghalava averaged 7.6 points per game at Hawaii, playing in 25 games and starting six. He made 31 three-pointers and converted on 50 of 61 free throws for the Rainbows. Jeremy Lathan (5-9, 170, Jr., Portland, OR) played in 11 games averaging 9.0 points at Division II Wayne State, Mich. Additions from the NAIA ranks include guards DaVell Jackson (6-1, 175, Sr., Las Vegas, NV) from Oklahoma City and Jason Tanascu (6-2, 175, Jr., Gardner, MT) from Carroll College and center Andrew Hickman (6-7,... (Wwuvikings.com)
Vikings picked fourth in GNAC Coaches Poll, receive two first-place votes Oct 28, 2009
Guard Leah Stepovich (5-7, Sr., Fairbanks, AK - Monroe Catholic) contributed 4. 7 points and two rebounds per game while playing at Seattle University during the 2007-08 season. (Wwuvikings.com)
Pslo Alto imposes 'last, best and final' terms Oct 28, 2009
Palo Alto Online : Palo Alto imposes 'last, best and final' terms. Palo Alto Online News. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Attorneys probe 'Who shot first?' in May case Oct 28, 2009
Palo Alto Online : Attorneys probe 'Who shot first. Palo Alto Online News. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Beasley sculpture approved for Mitchell library Oct 28, 2009
" The mandate cannot be changed? especially in touch economic times? Surely the council, which has found creative ways to use our money, could have tweaked the mandate. And if the mandate could not be changed should all the money be used for 1 piece of art (even if it is a Bruce Beasley) Posted by Jamie S., a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, 11 hours agoI understand that everyone has their opinions on "art" but seriously.... Palo Alto has the ugliest art/sculptures I have ever seen. I won't... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Oconee County police blotter Oct 28, 2009
Burglary: On Oct. 15, a deputy was dispatched to a Monroe Highway, Bogart, home where a man said a chain saw was stolen from a storage shed behind the home. Fraud: On Oct. 16, a deputy was dispatched to Oconee State Bank on Park Avenue, where a customer brought in a bill to have it checked. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Washington Top 10 Football: How they fared Oct 27, 2009
Marysville-Pilchuck (8-0) beat Monroe 56-13. Class 3A. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Palo Alto deaths topic of KQED Forum Tuesday Oct 27, 2009
Palo Alto Online News. Uploaded: Monday, October 26, 2009, 5:56 PM. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Pilot found in plane's wreckage Oct 27, 2009
Weiss was a prominent psychiatrist and worked for the Kiryas Joel Village Union Free School District in Monroe, Orange County, officials there confirmed ... Kiryas Joel is a village in the town of Monroe in which the majority of residents are Hasidic Jews who strictly observe the Torah and its commandments. (Albany Times Union)
Friday's Prep Football Scores Oct 27, 2009
Flint Carman-Ainsworth 38, Monroe 14 ... Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central 32, Dearborn Divine Child 16 ... Temperance Bedford 36, Monroe Jefferson 20. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Superintendent releases statement on suicide Oct 27, 2009
" Obviously the death is caused by some semblance of conflict - internally or externally, or both. Just as it would be difficult to stop another suicide, it would be difficult to shut down an outlet for ANYONE, not just teens, to vent, express themselves. Freedom of Speech is one thing, ALLOWING anyone - yes, even those under 18 - to speak is healthy, just so long as they understand it's to create communication for better understanding. Fewer but basic guidelines for "venting" would be helpful.... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Tightened rules affect exotic pet owners Oct 26, 2009
Sometimes they turn on their owners, as happened to Kelly Ann Walz, 37, of Monroe County, whose husband was an exotic pet dealer for 14 years before his license expired in 2008. She was mauled to death Oct. 4 by a 350-pound black bear while cleaning its cage. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Hamilton (Az.) takes Game of Week Oct 25, 2009
Hamilton defensive back Mike Monroe ended that drive, however, when he intercepted a pass from Brophy quarterback Chase Knox. Hamilton, behind strong running from senior , was able to control the clock and the game ended with a 24-21 victory. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Super 25 scores Oct 24, 2009
Oct. 22-24 Super 25 scoreboard - Game on - USATODAY.com. Oct. 22-24 Super 25 scoreboard. (USA Today -- Sports)
Feature story: It takes an 'urban' village Oct 24, 2009
" What are they talking about? What public transit is this near? A bus stop that is in "proximity" to any building on a major city street? Posted by Resident, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, 14 hours agoIt looks more like an urban prison to me rather than a village. I would hate to be a senior living there, dumped by my family behind those walls. Posted by Big Al, a resident of Another Palo Alto neighborhood, 9 hours agoIt takes a village- End Apartheid Posted by thoughts, a... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Palo Alto declares 'impasse' on negotiations Oct 23, 2009
" I have heard this too from some police officers I work with. Since Fire is taking their raises, Police will take them too now. SEIU will get the bulk of the cuts. Posted by q, a resident of the Adobe-Meadows neighborhood, 7 hours agoWhat's the deal if no contract is agreed? Is the status quo maintained? Posted by q, a resident of the Adobe-Meadows neighborhood, 7 hours agook, forget it, the article's been updated with the details. Posted by Mookie, a resident of the Old Palo Alto neighborhood,... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Foundation gives $100 million to hospital Oct 23, 2009
The present hospital is operating "beyond its intended capacity," and a new, larger hospital "will allow Packard Children's to sustain its mission -- to provide the community's children access to the most advanced cures, treatments and technologies, performed by the best minds in pediatric medicine, within a family-centered environment. Cost of the new hospital has been estimated at $1 billion. It is being reviewed by Palo Alto along with a $2.5 billion expansion of the main Stanford Hospital.... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
PTA forum packed after latest student death Oct 23, 2009
" I didn't go to the meeting. What was the response for this request? I too would agree that we need to know more about the situation. Otherwise, we are all trying to solve this complicated issue blindly. We don't need any specific detail, nor any name. If we do not have any slight idea about the cause, how can we even start solving the problem? On the other hand, it's possible that we are all working on a wrong direction. It's too obvious that we have reached a situation where all solutions... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Rep. Wood arrested for OWI in Tomah (35) Oct 22, 2009
Wood, 40, who represents the 67th Assembly District, was arrested at 4:23 p.m. Wednesday in the city of Tomah in Monroe County ... Wood was transported to the Monroe County Jail, where he was held overnight ... His new case will be referred to the Monroe County District Attorney s office. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Investigators say couple tied to religious cult may have sexually assaulted more women Oct 22, 2009
The Walkers' defense attorney, Merlinus Monroe, said Wednesday that his clients are "of a particular religious persuasion" and acknowledged that was how the couple became acquainted with the alleged victims ... "There are many sides to every story and there are certainly many sides to this story," Monroe said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
'I thought he was going to ... shoot me next' Oct 22, 2009
Palo Alto Online : 'I thought he was going to. Palo Alto Online News. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Ghanmas send condolences to Schipsi family Oct 22, 2009
"At this time, to preserve the integrity of the investigation and ongoing prosecution of Bulos Zumot, the Ghanma's do not wish to release any further information. "The Ghanma family would like to thank the Palo Alto Police Department for the respect afforded to them during their thorough investigation of this matter and express their appreciation for their swift efforts in pursuing justice," the release concluded. Comments Posted by Joe, a resident of the Meadow Park neighborhood, 5 minutes... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Forum on youth stress set for tonight Oct 21, 2009
Palo Alto Online News. Uploaded: Tuesday, October 20, 2009, 3:51 PM Updated: Tuesday, October 20, 2009, 3:51 PM. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Boyfriend arrested in death of Jennifer Schipsi Oct 21, 2009
Palo Alto Online : Boyfriend arrested in Palo Alto death of Jennifer Marie Schipsi. Palo Alto Online News. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Palo Alto eyes waste-to-energy facility Oct 21, 2009
" There's some wisdom there. The *last* think I want to do is truck my garbage 50 miles -- even if it's the greatest recycling place on earth. Though I admit the jury is out as to whether such a closed loop system is an economic win, there are other factors. There's unaccounted value in having a diversified energy supply: it's a good idea to have expertise in a variety of energy sources. And the existing "cheap" energy sources (coal, natural gas, etc.) have unaccounted external costs: CO2 and... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Lost Hikers Walk Out Safe Oct 19, 2009
Another group of hikers equipped with a cell phone reported that the two lost ones were on their way down the Monroe trail, where they had started the day before. Eighteen-year-old Giverney Welsh emerged from the woods, followed by her cousin, Katarina Welsh, 22, both from Laval, Quebec. (WCAX.com, VT)
Palo Alto council candidate videos online Oct 18, 2009
Palo Alto Online News. Uploaded: Monday, October 12, 2009, 1:05 PM Updated: Tuesday, October 13, 2009, 1:37 PM. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Foreclosure sales for Oct. 19-23, 2009 Oct 18, 2009
Insight Financial Credit Union v. Ralph E. Taylor, et al, 13 Monroe Ave., DeBary, single-family residence. Bank of New York Mellon v. Tina M. Gizzi, et al, 908 Tulip St., Deltona, single-family residence. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Business)
A new breed of volunteer Oct 17, 2009
There is not a day that goes by that someone doesn't turn in an application to volunteer," she said. Comments Posted by Nut Head, a resident of the Midtown neighborhood, 8 hours agoWhat a nice story. I am very thankful that we have people like this in our community. Add a Comment Name: * Select your Neighborhood or School Community: * Neighborhoods - Adobe-Meadows - Barron Park - Charleston Gardens - Charleston Meadows - College Terrace - Community Center - Crescent Park - Downtown North -... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Gridiron Grump: Nicknames just aren't what they used to be Oct 17, 2009
Do you think Marilyn Monroe would have hooked up with Joe DiMaggio if the marriage certificate had read, Marilyn The Yankee Clipper. Do you think Reggie Jackson signs his Social Security checks Mr. October. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Missing visitor to Palo Alto found -- in an SF jail Oct 16, 2009
Palo Alto Online News. Uploaded: Thursday, October 15, 2009, 2:43 PM Updated: Thursday, October 15, 2009, 10:32 PM. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Residents fight to save sycamores at Paly Oct 15, 2009
" The city managers have nothing to do with this. Posted by Lou, a resident of Los Altos, 2 hours ago-Cubberly is so out of date it would be way too expensive to re-open as a high school. Not fiscally practical. Imagine the seismic/environmental upgrades that would need to be done for a campus that last served as a public school 30 years ago. -The desire is to get bleachers up to code with at least the same capacity. This means a larger footprint. Those bleachers there now are very old. New... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Storm dumps 4.5 inches of rain, half fills creeks Oct 14, 2009
Palo Alto Online : Storm dumps 4. 5 inches of rain, half fills creeks. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
2009 Moonlight Run Story and Photos. Oct 14, 2009
Palo Alto Online : Thousands attend 25th annual Moonlight Run. Palo Alto Online News. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Eco-chic Element Hotel debuts in Colorado Oct 14, 2009
The hotel at 9985 Park Meadows Drive is owned by and managed by , LLC of Monroe, La. esealover@bizjournals. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
D.W. Moffett sells Los Angeles home Oct 13, 2009
Among the home's former occupants was Marilyn Monroe. Simon, 65, a mystery writer, adapted his novel "The Big Fix" for the 1978 film of the same name starring Richard Dreyfuss. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
'Hazardous' storm moving in on Midpeninsula Oct 13, 2009
com" Posted by Barbara, a resident of another community, 11 hours agoJust a reminder that you will need to fill your own bags, and should bring your own shovel. Posted by Mary Carlstead, a resident of the Duveneck/St. Francis neighborhood, 11 hours agoThis is a response to a message which we sent to Chief Dennis Burns this morning, The City is really on top of this approaching storm. This storm has nothing to do with California Avenue. It is a dangerous storm. So just don't sit there and... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Motorcyclists severely injured on Highway 84 Oct 12, 2009
Palo Alto Online News. Uploaded: Sunday, October 11, 2009, 10:03 PM Updated: Monday, October 12, 2009, 12:52 AM. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Friday's high school football Scores Oct 11, 2009
Monroe Jefferson 34, Flat Rock 12. Monroe St. Mary Catholic Central 25, Milan 13 ... Temperance Bedford 28, Monroe 21. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Playboy's Newest Cover Girl: Marge Simpson Oct 10, 2009
After more than a half century featuring women like Marilyn Monroe, Cindy Crawford and the Girls of Hooters on its cover, Playboy has for the first time given the spot to a cartoon character. And the magazine is giving the star of "The Simpsons" the star treatment, complete with a data sheet, an interview and a 2-page centerfold. (CBS News)
Statewide scores Oct 10, 2009
Monroe 62, North Stanly 3. Monroe Piedmont 38, Monroe Central 24 ... Weddington 22, Monroe Parkwood 7. (News & Observer -- Sports)
'Knockout mice' and the school of hard knocks Oct 10, 2009
" They are eighth-graders Jahdai Espinoza, Fernanda Pineda and Owens Smith; seventh-graders Bruno Hernandez, Jocelyn Higuera and D'Andre Stamper; sixth-graders Anglean Johnson and Jesse Velasquez; and fifth-graders Miguel Angel Angulo and Jessica Moreno. Comments Posted by Dave Laurance, a resident of another community, 16 hours agoThank you so much for covering Dr. Capecchi's visit to Beechwood School. We are so proud of our school and appreciate any publicity that we receive. I think it is... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Business-license tax debates continue Oct 9, 2009
" ...because you aren't contributing that much in property taxes? Posted by WilliamR, a resident of the Fairmeadow neighborhood, 5 hours agoIf the business tax were dedicated to a specific project or program that was not currently being funded, we could debate it on the merits of whether or not the benefit was worth the imposition on the business community. But the tax is harder to defend if it is simply a general fund 'revenue enhancement'. Posted by bill, a resident of the Barron Park... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Falcons Come Together For a Cause Oct 8, 2009
" In all, the Falcon racers raised $2,150 for the cause. The race was one of several community service projects that the gymnastics team volunteers with during the season. The Falcons also participate in the "Adopt A School" program, teaching gymnastics to students at Monroe Elementary School. "My guys have gone above the call of duty once again," men's gymnastics head coach said. "They never cease to amaze me with their commitment to excellence both on and off the field. This is a project they... (Airforcesports.com)
US troops killed in Iraq and Kuwait Oct 7, 2009
Helton, 24, of Monroe, Ga. died Sept. 8 near Baghdad when the vehicle he was in hit a roadside bomb. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Man stabbed, arrest made at Century 16 Oct 7, 2009
" While I can appreciate humor as much (or more) than anyone, there is something a bit weird or even creepy about some of the responses above. Is the point that modern gangs aren't "manly" enough? Maybe they could all enroll in one of those new "Masculinism" classes taught by the Value Voter gang. Next we'll hear "when I was your age our gangs had to haul Thompson's 20 miles in the snow". Posted by Gang Related, a resident of another community, 11 hours agoUsually when the cops say that about an... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
H1N1 vaccine arrives at county health dept. Oct 7, 2009
"The nasal spray is being rolled out on a mass scale before the widespread introduction of the injectable vaccine. Some fear that the nasal spray will contribute to a wider pandemic, which will then provide governments with the crisis they need to make the injectable vaccine mandatory. This would accelerate the move to a state of emergency, cripple the US health care system, and would result in the need to have military, eventually UN troops, take control, notes TheFluCase.com. Also, all... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Ideas abound at high-speed rail workshop Oct 6, 2009
Palo Alto Online : Ideas abound at high-speed-rail workshop. Palo Alto Online News. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
