Family Vacation News
- A wish list to help the Valley Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:57PMNon-profits and clubs share goals, needs for 2009
- Travolta family returns to Florida Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:42PMFREEPORT, Bahamas - Actor John Travolta and wife Kelly Preston have returned to Florida with the remains of their 16-year-old son, Jett, who died at the family vacation home in Grand Bahama.
- SWEET SORTIE TO PORTO Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:40PMBy Dawn White -- Living in the beautiful and burgeoning Central California wine country, I questioned whether a trip to Europe to visit a region famous for its viticulture was a smart choice for my limited vacation time and budget. But once I walked the cobblestone streets of Porto, Portugal, and wandered the mountainous terrain of the Douro Valley, I knew I had made the right choice. If ...
- Former Principal Arrested On Theft Charges Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 1:28PMA former Brevard County principal is arrested on four counts of grand theft.
- Apartment near DU evacuated after high carbon monoxide levels detected Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 9:34PMDenver firefighters evacuated an apartment building primarily full of University of Denver graduate students this afternoon after finding "alarming" levels of carbon monoxide.
- Administrator and community volunteer Donna Miller dies Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 9:31PMDr. Donna Miller will be always be remembered as a person who believed in giving back to the community. Miller, 62, died unexpectedly Sunday. She had served as the director of institutional research at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College since July 1, 1993.
- Lynchburg man indicted on 10 counts of producing child porn Monday, January 5, 2009 @ 9:17PMA Lynchburg man accused of using his work computer to superimpose sexual images of himself over otherwise innocent photos of an 11-year-old girl was indicted on 10 counts of producing child pornography Monday.
- Celeb: John Travolta’s son (16) dies on holiday Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:02AMNASSAU — An autopsy is planned in the Bahamas for actor John Travolta’s 16-year-old son, who died suddenly during a vacation at his family’s resort home, authorities said.
- Portrait Emerges of Anthrax Suspects Troubled Life Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 6:21AMThe anthrax investigation yielded nothing more than a strong hunch that Dr. Bruce E. Ivins was the perpetrator, a Times examination found.
- Vermont Expands Food Stamp Eligibility Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:43AMAbout 30,000 Vermonters are now eligible for an expanded food stamp program.
- Governors Seek $1 Trillion Federal Bailout Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:42AMGov. David Paterson and four other Democratic governors are asking the federal government for a $1 trillion bailout package.
- Ed Orgeron named Tennessee assistant coach Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:34AMKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - To entice Ed Orgeron to join the Tennessee staff as recruiting coordinator, Volunteers coach Lane Kiffin went on a recruiting trip of his own.
- Obama to meet with lawmakers, former presidents Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 2:51PMCHICAGO (AP) -- President-elect Barack Obama will meet with congressional leaders to discuss his economic stimulus plan and other legislative issues soon after his arrival in Washington in the coming days. Obama and his family planned to fly to Washington on Sunday after their holiday vacation in Hawaii and a stopover in Chicago. The president-elect was to meet with congressional leaders.
- Weekly Pop Quiz: Names, Inauguration Plans & Juicy Rumors Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 2:49PMAre you keeping up with the latest from Washington?
- Muslim passengers kicked off flight after remark Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 2:41PMFri, Jan 2, 2009 (12:15 p.m.) Nine Muslim passengers were kicked off a flight from Washington, D.C., to Florida after other passengers reported hearing a suspicious remark about airplane security.
- Obama readies for Washington Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 2:39PMCHICAGO (AP) — President-elect Barack Obama will meet with congressional leaders to discuss his economic stimulus plan and other legislative issues soon after his arrival in Washington in the coming days.
- Weather or Not Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 2:33PMBy Fred Giffin The year ended appropriately with a snowstorm, which turned into a blizzard as the New Year began...
- Obama, First Family Return to Mainland Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 2:18PMIt was a warm 70-degrees when President-elect Barack Obama, his wife Michelle and their two daughters wrapped up their 12-day Hawaiian vacation. By the time they landed back in Chicago early this morning it was less than half that.
- Local Distributor Buys Iconic Cincinnati Brew Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 2:18PMA local brewer has purchased an iconic Cincinnati brand famous for its 7-ounce green bottles.
- Standup comedy primes Hatton for Pacman Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 10:11AMRicky Hatton is a puncher who loves to throw punchlines as well.
- Students at Immaculate Conception Learn Health Options Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 10:06AMSchools everywhere are learning that healthy and physically active students perform better in the classroom. As a result of the new fitness phenomenon, and to curtail childhood obesity, many schools have instituted programs that provide their student body with healthy alternatives, such as exercise programs, educational seminars and smart food substitutes.
- NATURE 2009 - In troubled times, outdoors offers bright spots Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 10:06AMAs a new year takes flight, we look to nature for the promise and predictability of changing seasons - and unexpected wonders.
- Resolutions on a Budget During Tough Economic Times Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:32PMOn this final day of 2008, we bid farewell to another year gone by and begin thinking about resolutions to better the year to come.
- Toys for the needy Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:02PMDespite an economy in limbo and the recent blast of snowy weather, the Toys for Tots program continues to make the holidays special for children. But donations are down, program officials said.
- Obama Visits Gym, Takes Photos with Baby Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 4:58PMKAILUA, Hawaii (AP) -- President-elect Barack Obama has begun his last full day of his Hawaiian vacation with his standard workout on a Marine base and greetings to military servicemen and women and their families.
- Tourism advocates urge ‘Bring it Home’ Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:18AMA new addition to the Farm And Ranch Museum in Gering included a community room, restrooms, display areas, offices and an archive. See related Tourism Series stories.
- Health Matters Create a health calendar for peace of mind Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:10AMSome of us make lists to try to control chaos during the hectic holidays: guests to invite to our party, presents to buy and addresses for greeting cards, to name a few. Somehow having tasks written down saves us from an ongoing mental review of what we need to do. But one potential list can be a gift to ourselves and peace of mind well beyond the holidays.
- A fitful effort to organize as business goes corporate Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 4:06AMThere have been growing pains at MedicWest, one of the two ambulance companies that serve the Las Vegas area, after national giant Emergency Medical Services Corp. bought the local company in summer 2007.
- Derby woman gets 4 years for ripping off employer Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 10:25PMBRIDGEPORT -- Linda Lee David took her family on a Niagara Falls vacation. She documented their fun and adventure on a mini-camcorder she had picked up for the trip.
- RESCUE AT SEA Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 10:15PMSHIPWRECKED and lost at sea for four days, four members of a French family, among them two children, were saved by the local Coast Guard on Sunday night.
- Budimir-Hussey, founding Rotary Club of LaSalle-Centennial member, dies Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 10:11PM A LaSalle woman is being remembered for her tireless volunteer work and giving spirit after she died on Christmas Eve while scuba diving in the Caribbean.
- A look back at 2008: September-October: Campaign stops and Victory Days Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 10:05PMSept. 2 — Jill Long Thompson, Democratic candidate for governor; and Brad Ellsworth, incumbent U.S. representative from District 8; speak at the Wabash Valley Central Labor Council awards banquet.
- Shirtless images of Obama cause stir online Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 10:03PMWASHINGTON, D.C. -- Forget Barack Obama’s staff making contact with a governor charged with corruption. What’s got everyone talking is the president-elect’s fine first form.
- Saying goodbye Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 9:24AM A sea of flags surrounded Hope Community Church in Andover Saturday amidst snow flurries as Patriot Guard Riders from across the state came to say goodbye to one of their own.
- Obama Again Works Out On Marine Base Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 9:16AMPresident-elect Barack Obama has again made the trip to a Marine Corps base near his vacation home for an hourlong morning workout.
- Gay couple fighting to save dream Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 9:14AMFearing taunts and disapproval, they kept their love hidden for nearly two years. But with the Nov. 4 election looming, Christopher Lewis and Cody Horton resolved to take a leap of faith.
- Two Escape From Minimum-Security Prison Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 9:09AMTwo men escaped from Larch Corrections Center late Sunday night, police said.
- N.J. family leave tax starting Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 9:05AMNew Jersey employees will see payroll taxes increase on Jan. 1 when withholding begins for the state’s paid family leave program.
- Baguio holiday tourism records 30% growth Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 8:59AMMANILA, Philippines - Food trade and tourism in Baguio City in northern Philippines have not been affected so far by the global economic recession as prices of vegetables plunge and tourists continue to pour three days before the New Year.
- Plane Skids Off Runway Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 8:49AMJUNCTION CITY, Ky. (AP) - A plane skidded off the runway during takeoff at a central Kentucky airport forcing the flight to end but injuring none of the three passengers on board.
- Priceline.com Says Great Hotel Deals Make This The Time To Ring In The New Year In A Big City Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 8:43AM This may be a great opportunity to join the New Year’s celebration in a major U.S. city. Priceline.com (Nasdaq: PCLN) said today that it’s Name Your Own Price® hotel reservation service has rooms with major quality hotel chains in big cities around the U.S., available at savings of up to 50% over the published prices found on fixed-price hotel reservation services.
- Top Travel Web Sites Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 8:39AMEvery year, Travel + Leisure magazine editors pour over thousands of Web sites to come up with an incredible "short list" of the best sites. They are literally the cr me de la cr me of the online travel world.
- Miami Apartment Rentals Benefits More Tourists Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 4:18AMMiami is a known tourist destination and if you are also planning to visit the area and spend your vacation, then the first thing that you should be looking for is the place where you will stay.
- Friends of deceased teen raise money to help family with bills Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 3:56AMNORMAL -- Kirbie Brittain is with her friends when they stand in the cold to collect money for parking. | Video
- Obamas spend evening in the dark Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 3:35AMAssociated Press HONOLULU — President-elect Barack Obama’s Hawaiian vacation was darkened for 11 hours Friday night and early Saturday when a power outage enveloped the island of Oahu.
- Culinary student qualifies for internship at Disney World Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 3:34AMKristyl Lanning, an exemplary culinary arts student at San Jacinto College North, will soon be off to Disney World, not on vacation, but instead ready for hard work and to continue her education.
- Local Red Cross stresses need for new blood Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 3:29AMMore than two dozen people donated blood Saturday to help replenish dwindling regional blood bank supplies during a blood drive at the Fairlane Village mall.
- Island-wide blackout hits vacationing Obama in Hawaii Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 11:24PMHONOLULU, Hawaii (AFP) - Much of the Hawaiian island of Oahu was left without power overnight into early Saturday, including the area where president-elect Barack Obama is vacationing, after a huge blackout plunged the island into darkness.
- Apply the first rule of holes to debt: If you are in one, stop digging Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 11:12PMImagine what your life would look like without any debt. Zero. Including the mortgage. That is what inspired me to throw the shovel away and stop digging.
- Travel by air getting tough Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 11:11PMMaking air travel affordable for the largest number of people has had unintended consequences, as deregulation often does. The inflation-adjusted price of an airline ticket may have fallen significantly since deregulation in 1978. But today, despite recent declines in fuel costs, airlines are like any other business scrambling to replace lost revenue, making up the difference with an array of ...