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TARC gets earful on service cuts Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 5:21PMThey trade e-mails, swap messages on a group Facebook page and occasionally catch dinner or a movie together.
Lawsuits could cost Toyota $3B-plus Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 5:05PMMIAMI - (AP) — Toyota owners claiming that massive safety recalls are causing the value of their vehicles to plummet have filed at least 89 class-action lawsuits that could cost the Japanese auto gi...
Zhongsheng resumes IPO, but halves the size Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 5:01PMThe Chinese car dealer has decided to sell a smaller portion of its enlarged share capital at this juncture, believing that the stock will command a higher valuation in the long term, sources say.
Class-action lawsuits could cost Toyota $3 billion-plus Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:23PMMIAMI — Toyota owners claiming that massive safety recalls are causing the value of their vehicles to plummet have filed at least 89 class-action lawsuits that could cost the Japanese auto giant $3 billion or more, according to an Associated Press review of cases, legal precedent and interviews with experts.
Business › Class-action lawsuits could cost Toyota $3 bil-plus Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 4:10PMToyota owners claiming that massive safety recalls are causing the value of their vehicles to plummet have filed at least 89 class-action lawsuits that could…
Study on major depression published Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 3:49PMBy: Aysha Jamali Professor assesses treatment across ethnic groups Fatigue, feelings of worthlessness, and recurring thoughts of death: these are some of the symptoms of major depression. It’s a disorder that affects approximately 14.8 million American adults in a given year, according to the National Institute of ...
Lindsay Lohan Takes Swipe At E-Trade Babies Tuesday, March 9, 2010 @ 3:39PMLindsay Lohan is feuding with the E-Trade babies.
Victoria gets help in storms clean-up Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:22PMInterstate reinforcements have arrived in Victoria to help SES volunteers mop up after a Labour Day long weekend of wild weather across the state.
FDOT: SunRail, High-Speed Rail To Meet Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 12:03PMAlthough plans have not been finalized, the Florida Department of Transportation is promising that SunRail and high-speed rail will intersect at some point.
Rule would require sprinklers in new Pa. homes Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:43AMTARENTUM, Pa.—Beginning next year, all new one- and two-family houses built in Pennsylvania will be required to have an automatic fire sprinkler system.
2011 Hyundai Sonata Bottom Line Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:25AMLikesZoomy new stylingFuel-consciousWell-damped rideEntertainment features
VW signs insurance deal with Allianz Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:25AMVolkswagen Insurance Service (VIS) has signed a long-term contract with Allianz Insurance to provide motor insurance products to customers of the Audi, Seat, Skoda, Volkswagen cars and Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ brands.
Worst Cities for People With Asthma Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:14AMRichmond ranks No. 1 as the asthma capital of the country in the latest ranking by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, the nonprofit group says.
a day in the life of a ... general manager Monday, March 8, 2010 @ 11:04AMA typical day: Moving between my three dealerships, making sure that everything is running smoothly and that all employees and customers are happy. I always meet with my managers and salespeople to see if they need any help. I sign checks and put out any necessary fires.
Actor Richard Stapley Dies At 86 Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:55PMRichard Stapley, the actor who appeared alongside Elizabeth Taylor in "Little Women" and with Gene Kelly in "The Three Musketeers," has died. He was 86.
British Tenor Philip Langridge Dies At 70 Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 2:54PMBritish tenor Philip Langridge, who won praise for his vocal versatility and subtle characterization, has died at the age of 70, the Royal Opera House said Sunday.
Letters to the Editor 3/7 Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:44AMOur local elected representatives should present budget information in a blunt, easy-to-understand manner. Every year at this time, we hear special interest groups weighing in to explain the importance of their particular cause.
Allstate agency to celebrate 45th anniversary Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:06AMWhen Mel Graham began selling Allstate Insurance in 1965, no one had cell phones, Americans dressed more formally and desktop computers were about a decade in the future.
Loved and lost Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 9:01AMKathy Brockett is a teacher through and through.She never meant to be. It just happened.Her plan was to major in psychology and work in human services, until life happened and took her on a different path, one full of ups and downs.
Phoenix pays millions in vehicle-related claims Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 5:33PMCity of Phoenix vehicles are involved in at least one accident a day on average, according to an Arizona Republic analysis of liability claims paid by the city in the past five years.
Bail set high for drive-by shooting suspects Saturday, March 6, 2010 @ 3:24PMMOUNT VERNON — Skagit County officials set high bail amounts for the four teenagers suspected of a midmorning drive-by shooting Thursday near Skagit Valley Hospital. The county is sending…
Most Value-Packed Cars Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 6:03PMWhen it comes to getting more for your money, these cars and SUVs pack the most punch.
Semi rear ends car on Highway 100 Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 5:52PMA Coralville woman was taken to Mercy Hospital in Cedar Rapids for non-life threatening injuries after her car was hit from behind by a semi tractor trailer. Bridget Jermeland, 29, was driving south on Highway 13 just north of Highway 100 when a semi truck driven by Jason Wilkerson, 36, of Tiffin, rear ended her. Both drivers [...]
Latino-owned livery cars face shutdown, claim unfairness in fight with city Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 4:04PMBOSTON - A turf war between licensed taxis and livery drivers has taken on ethnic overtones in central Massachusetts. Two Latino-owned companies popular in immigrant neighborhoods in Worcester face ...
Senate Week in Review: March 1-5 Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:56PMSPRINGFIELD — Senators spent long hours in legislative committees during the week, trying to meet a March 5 deadline to move Senate bills out of committee, according to state Sen. Dale Risinger (R-Peoria).
Latino Livery Taxis Battle Cabbies in Central Mass Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:55PMTaxi turf war: Latino-owned livery cars face shutdown, claim unfairness in fight with city Turf war - History - Wars and Conflicts - United States - Nineteenth Century
Latino livery taxis battle cabbies in central Mass Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:34PMTaxi turf war: Latino-owned livery cars face shutdown, claim unfairness in fight with city
March 4, 2010 Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 12:33PMThe stakes for cyclists riding in South Redondo have gone up. During this winter the already poor north/south bike path has been closed or obstructed much of the time, forcing many more cyclists to ride on surface streets with the traffic.
Warrantech Recognizes Vehicles with Fewest Repairs in 2009 Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 12:22PMBEDFORD, Texas----Warrantech Corporation, a leading independent provider of service contracts and after-market warranties for the automotive, consumer electronics, computer, furniture and home industries announced today the results of a study the company conducted on the performance reliability of vehicles in 2009.
Police chief arrested for arson over claims he set hire car ablaze Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 12:20PMChief Superintendent Jim Trotman has been suspended while detectives investigate a raft of allegations including insurance fraud and perverting the course of justice.
GM Fleet Vehicles Recognized for Overall Quality, Safety and Engine Performance Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 11:16AM“The recognition GM vehicles have received serve as excellent proof points to the strength and value of our product offerings,” said Brian Small, executive director, General Motors Fleet and Commercial Operations.
State lawmakers still hope to finish today Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 11:03AMINDIANAPOLIS #8212; Indiana lawmakers moved closer Wednesday to reaching a compromise on a bill that would prevent companies from banning guns employees keep in their locked cars while on company property.
U.S. car sales plow ahead despite snow Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:53AMDETROIT (AP) -- Automakers plowed through a snowy February to better-than-expected sales, and new incentives led by beleaguered Toyota will keep the momentum going into spring.
Time to stop tailgating tactics Thursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:23AMFor too long we have tolerated truck jockeys tailgating other vehicles on freeways with no apparent concern for the safety of passengers in smaller vehicles or the lack of braking distance concerned.
Roof collapse damages vehicles in Old Conemaugh Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 9:14PMJOHNSTOWN — The owner of a storage facility in Old Conemaugh Borough that collapsed spent Wednesday assessing the damage. Carmen Truscello said the roof of the 46-by-110-foot building fell in.
Keeping vicious dogs a liability that could land owners in jail Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 9:09PMHOUSTON—Dangerous dogs seriously injure Houston-area residents every year. Last year, Everett Michael Prater became one of those victims. He said a group of pit bulls came into his yard and attacked his beloved cat, Peanut. "You just can’t skirt the rules. The more I thought about it, the more I just got angry," Prater said. He said the dogs bit him as he tried to save his pet. His hands were ...
Letters to the editor: March 4, 2010 Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:10PMHere are letters to the editor for March 4, 2010:Letter of the Day: Worked for usEditor, Daily News:I think it’s time for Collier County officials to revisit twice-weekly trash pickup.There is an opportunity for substantial savings as well as reducing pollution by going to once a week.Our recycle container has four times the volume of the trash container.I served on a council for four years in a ...
Indiana lawmakers seek compromises on key issues Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 7:27PMOn the eve of a self-imposed deadline to finish, House and Senate leaders continued negotiating Wednesday on bills to give schools more flexibility in the way they spend money and to delay planned increases in unemployment insurance premiums.
Contemplating a car-free life Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 7:15PMContemplating a car-free life
Killeen looking at zero-tolerance for panhandlers Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 7:03PMA long-running problem of panhandlers approaching people for money has aggravated residents and city leaders to the point where the council is asking for tougher enforcement of their ordinance. The ordinance requires a permit for panhandlers to be out at intersections, but no one has applied for a permit as far back as anyone can remember.
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High-end technology, top-range luxury and unprecedented safety in one unique package - the 2010 Ford Taurus Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 6:36AMTaurus offers more user-friendly technologies than other cars twice its price, including 10 class-executive technologies not available from any other manufacturer.
Royal Bank Q1 profit rises 35 per cent to $1.5 billion Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 5:50AMTORONTO - Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) says its profit in the latest quarter was nearly $1.5 billion, an increase of 35 per cent from a year before as most of its businesses had strong results.
Morning Commute May Be Slick: Forecast, Closings & Video Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 4:45AMA winter weather advisory is in effect until 7 AM Thursday for the counties along the North Carolina/Tennessee border.
Detroit homes sell for $1 amid mortgage and car industry crisis Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 4:06PMFallen leaves blow past an empty home in Detroit. Photograph: Rebecca Cook/Reuters Some might say Jon Brumit overpaid when he stumped up $100 (£65) for a whole house. Drive through Detroit neighbou...
OneBeacon Professional Insurance Introduces New Technology Errors & Omissions Coverage Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 4:00PMOneBeacon Professional Insurance , a member of OneBeacon Insurance Group , today announced a new Technology Errors & Omissions product targeted to technology firms, including application service providers, software developers, technology consulting firms, and companies involved in systems integration and maintenance.
MEMA issues tips for dealing with flooding Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 3:53PM“As the Commonwealth prepares for the second storm of the week, with its strong winds and driving rains, the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency has issued a number of safety tips to assist residents regarding the potential of flooding throughout the region, be it inland or along the coast,” stated MEMA Director Don Boyce. “Flooding continues to be the most common and costly type of ...
Snow Falls In Carolinas; Forecast, Closings & Video Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 3:25PMA winter storm warning is in effect until midnight for the Upstate along and north of I-85.
Helipad debate is simply a masked corporate internal issue for Atlantic Health Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 2:53PMTo the editor from Michael S. Dzikowski I am disturbed after reading Atlantic Health’s staff (and consultants’) less than candid, self-serving remarks as reported in the “Independent Press” (02/24/10) and related internet sites. We all know that these NIMBY project...
European, U.S. Futures Are Little Changed: Asian Stocks Gain Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 2:08AMMarch 2 (Bloomberg) -- European and U.S. stock-index futures were little changed as investors weighed the outcome of this week’s talks to tackle Greece’s fiscal problems. Asian stocks rose.