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Dapitan City A secret gem By Marlinda Angbetic Tan Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 1:41PMThe first time I was in Dakak Resort was in the late 80s, with my family, for a summer holiday. The waters pristine with a fine white sand beach and the place had a quiet privacy that was ideal for honeymooners – and there were a number of them then.
The almanac Thursday, March 11, 2010 @ 2:33AMBy United Press International UPI Almanac for Thursday, March 11, 2010.
Aquino takes 7-pt. lead Friday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:57PMThe drop in Sen. Manuel “Manny” Villar’s rating in Pulse Asia’s February survey may be an indication of public backlash over his reported ties with President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, a political analyst said Friday.
OU-Union Reach New Contract Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 9:13AMOhio University's largest union has a new three year contract.
U.S. 23 Traffic Stops End With Six Drug Arrests; Four from Cabell County Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 8:43AMThe flow of illegal drugs down U.S. 23 into the Huntington area took another hit the past few days.
Boil Water Advisory on for Parts of Dunbar Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 11:13PMSome West Virginia American Water customers in Dunbar will need to boil their water for at least one minute before using.
Violence Up Among Homeless Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 10:28PMIn the last four months, there has been a significant increase in violence among the homeless -- and the cold weather may be to blame. One man has died from the violence.
Man Dies in DUI-Related Crash in Logan County Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 8:43PMA three-car accident in Logan County ended with an elderly man dead and a teenager in jail.
Kanawha County Commission Holding Spring Cleanup Sites Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 8:28PMThe Kanawha County Commission is holding four spring cleanup sites again this year.
Kanawha County Murder Trial Delayed Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 8:28PMThe murder trial for Farley Rhodes that was supposed to start Monday has been delayed. He is accused of setting Starlena Pratt on fire at their home in South Charleston in August 2008.
Trial Delayed for Man Accused of Robbing Bank in Clendenin Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 8:13PMThe trial has been delayed for a man accused of robbing a bank in Clendenin.
Power Companies Seek 8.2 Percent Rate Hike in West Virginia Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 7:13PMAppalachian Power and Wheeling Power say they're seeking an 8.2 percent rate increase in West Virginia
W.Va. State Budget Weakened in February Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 6:13PMState officials say West Virginia's budget picture weakened by more than $31 million in February.
U.S. Census Underway; Workers Needed Locally Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:43PMOn Monday, some Charleston residents started to receive their 2010 Census forms, nearly two weeks in advance of the rest of the nation.
Regulating Third-Party Election Ads in West Virginia Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 5:28PMWest Virginia's House of Delegates wants the Senate to consider regulating third-party election ads as well as political activity by in-state corporations.
Police Looking for Good Samaritan Following Assault Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 2:58PMHuntington Police say that around 1 a.m. on February 21, 19-year-old James Padgett was assaulted outside a night club in the 1300 block of 4th Avenue.
Road Crews on Pot Hole Patrol Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 2:58PMA break in the weather is giving road crews a chance to patch up pot holes.
Suspicious Package Found in Athens Parking Garage; All Clear Given Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 1:13PMThe package was found on the first floor of the Municipal Parking Garage Monday morning.
Toddler Killed in Mobile Home Fire; Name Released Monday, March 1, 2010 @ 9:58AMThe Ohio State Fire Marshal’s Office says the fire happened in the 400-block of Tram Road in Stout around 1:30 a.m. Sunday.
Breathing Device for Coal Miners Recalled Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 7:43PMA belt-worn breathing device that coal miners count on to save their lives during fires and other accidents is being recalled because of a problem with the oxygen starter.
ACT Test Canceled in South Charleston Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 6:43PMThe ACT Test scheduled on Saturday, Feb. 27, in South Charleston has been canceled, organizers say.
YouthBuild Program Building Bright Futures Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 6:28PMYou've heard the saying -- "If you build it, they will come." A local organization is hoping young high school dropouts will come in order to rebuild their lives.
Ohio Extends Temporary Health Insurance Program Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 5:43PMOhio Gov. Ted Strickland has signed a bill extending health insurance to jobless Ohioans for three additional months under the state's mini-COBRA law.
Kentucky Kids Alert Program Sends Recall Notices Statewide Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 5:43PMThousands of Kentucky child care facilities will receive information about children's products that have been recalled as part of a new state program.
W.Va. Agency Issues Permit for Coal-to-Gas Plant Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 4:58PMWest Virginia regulators have approved an air pollution permit for a proposed coal-to-gasoline plant in Mingo County. The facility is expected to turn 3 million tons of coal a year into methanol that would then be converted into as many as 756,000 gallons of gasoline a day.
Bunning Criticized for Stand on Jobless Benefits Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 4:28PMKentucky Democrats are criticizing Republican U.S. Sen. Jim Bunning for blocking an extension of unemployment benefits for workers who lost jobs in the economic recession.
Warden Named for Otter Creek Prison Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 4:13PMNashville, Tenn.-based Corrections Corp. of America says in a news release that Randy Stovall has been appointed as warden of Otter Creek Correctional Center in Wheelwright, Kentucky.
Feds Investigate Faulty Mine Emergency Air Packs Friday, February 26, 2010 @ 4:13PMA breathing device that coal miners count on to save their lives during fires and other accidents is being recalled because of a problem with the oxygen starter.
Asia leads travel industry’s recovery: Abacus Wednesday, February 24, 2010 @ 2:28AM2010 is off to a good start for Asia’s travel industry as it leads in the global travel market’s recovery, thanks to a strong performance in the last quarter of 2009.
Bibong botante: Giya sa pagpili ng kandidato sa Mayo Sunday, February 21, 2010 @ 8:54PMHuwag magpadala sa matamis at mabulaklak nilang dila. May mga kandidatong iba ang ginagawa sa mga sinasabi nila. Kunwaring maka-kalikasan at nagmamalasakit sa problema ng pagbabago ng klima, pero tingnan mo ang magara niyang sasakyan, sumusuka ng gasolina na nagpapalala sa pag-init ng panahon.
Hal Greer Boulevard Construction Starts Monday Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 1:08PMConstruction will begin Monday, February 22 on the Hal Greer Boulevard sewer line extension.
Astig na botante: Giya sa pagpili ng kandidato sa Mayo Friday, February 19, 2010 @ 7:24AMHuwag magpadala sa matamis at mabulaklak nilang dila. May mga kandidatong iba ang ginagawa sa mga sinasabi nila. Kunwaring maka-kalikasan at nagmamalasakit sa problema ng pagbabago ng klima, pero tingnan mo ang magara niyang sasakyan, sumusuka ng gasolina na nagpapalala sa pag-init ng panahon.
Alterra trails Southern Luzon Thursday, February 18, 2010 @ 5:08PMFebruary 2010: Summer is here - quite early because of the El Nino; Discovery Suites opens another exclusive resort down in Bicol; Isuzu Philippines Corporation unveils this year's iteration of the Alterra; So how do we tie all of these together? IPC had this all figured out.
U.S.: Fake parts threaten electronic market Wednesday, February 17, 2010 @ 11:10AMElectronic parts counterfeiters are taking advantage of numerous loopholes within the industry supply chain to infiltrate the system and pose a significant threat to the entire market, according to a U.S. government finding.
NEW INFO: Numerous Accidents Reported; Car Slides into House in Huntington Monday, February 15, 2010 @ 8:23AMNumerous weather-related wrecks were reported throughout the region Monday night, including one in Huntington that involved a car sliding into a house.
The Smart Voter: A guide to choosing candidates in the May elections Saturday, February 13, 2010 @ 10:27AMIs the candidate urging action on climate change but riding a gas-guzzling SUV that contributes to global warming? Or is he claiming that he can strengthen the economy but does not offer clear-cut solutions to the widening budget deficit?
Bump in cruising holiday Monday, February 8, 2010 @ 10:23AMCruising is growing in popularity but the choices are bewildering. When Geoffrey Vine set out to do a comparison, he found the essential first step in any holiday is travel insurance.
World News Quick Take Saturday, January 30, 2010 @ 10:19AMOfficials warned yesterday that 240,000 people were suffering from water shortages in a mountainous region that has been hit by a five-month-long drought, state media reported.
Idec: Left or right, Victor Valenzuela can fight Friday, January 29, 2010 @ 1:02AMPASSAIC — Sal Alessi posed an unorthodox question to an orthodox boxer back in early December.
Reportlinker Adds Travel and Tourism in the Philippines Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 6:09PMReportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue:
Clottey: Pacquiao is beatable Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 3:01AMMANILA, Philippines – Joshua Clottey made a bold statement to his fellow Ghanaians, saying that he will shock the world by defeating 7-time world champion Manny Pacquiao on March 13.
Praising God for salvation Sunday, January 24, 2010 @ 12:39AMMarc Graviss believed if he could just get back to his luxury hotel he'd be fine. He'd gra
Praising God for salvation Sunday, January 24, 2010 @ 12:39AMMarc Graviss believed if he could just get back to his luxury hotel he'd be fine. He'd gra
IslandsPhilippines.net Introduces the Philippines From High Lands to Deep Waters Tuesday, January 19, 2010 @ 2:15AMIslandsPhilippines.net aims to give travelers comprehensive information about Philippine destinations. The Philippine travel portal contains informative articles and exceptional images that will make tourists want to come and visit the islands. (PRWeb Jan 19, 2010) Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/adventure-destination/islandsphilippines/prweb3460164[[[SHIFTIN ...
IslandsPhilippines.net Introduces the Philippines From High Lands to Deep Waters Tuesday, January 19, 2010 @ 1:01AMIslandsPhilippines.net aims to give travelers comprehensive information about Philippine destinations. The Philippine travel portal contains informative articles and exceptional images that will make tourists want to come and visit the islands.
Kayaking on Thailand’s hidden lagoons Friday, January 15, 2010 @ 10:18AMLying back in the kayak, I tried to follow my guide’s instructions to make myself as horizontal as possible while he propelled our two-man boat into the mouth of the sea cave and through a narrow tunnel.
The escapees travelling the world while working online Sunday, January 10, 2010 @ 12:14AMAnother day, another dollar ... the right job could mean a very different office. Photograph: Woods Wheatcroft/Getty It's not unusual for disillusioned graduates to pack a bag and hit the road, but what distinguishes dive enthusiasts Ben Stokes, 30, and Sarah Kemsley, 31, is that they kept going.
Making It Twice (to the Miele Guide) Saturday, January 9, 2010 @ 10:43AMTAGAYTAY was the closest they could get to reliving for themselves and giving their children the kind of life they used to have, growing up amidst a nature setting of vast sugar plantations and wide open spaces.
Malaysians in Thai credit card scam Wednesday, January 6, 2010 @ 8:54AMBANGKOK: "Next time if you come here, please buy for us soap and tooth paste...it''s a luxury here," the 32-year-old Yassin (not his real name) said. Just few months back he was riding high, buying expensive jewelry, branded electronic items and dining at some of the best places at Bangkok metropolitan.
Malaysians in Thai credit card scam Wednesday, January 6, 2010 @ 12:21AMHe is not a well-connected politician or an upcoming businessman but a part-time salesman from Kuala Lumpur who is currently serving a 15-year jail term in Bangkok's Klong Prem Prison. "I was struggli...