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LOST DOG!
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On May 14th, at aprox. 3pm there was a house fire on Penelope Avenue in the Middle Village area.  There were no reported injuries, but unfortunately the family dog escaped.  The dog is described as...
Accomplice: NY Salutes Fleet Week
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Accomplice is proud to salute our sailors during fleet week. Part game, part theater, part tour, ACCOMPLICE: NEW YORK offers a completely new immersive theatrical experience, unlike any found on a ...
CITYPARKS SENIORS FITNESS KICK OFF FREE SPRING CLASSES AT FLUSHING MEADOWS CORONA PARK
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Join seniors from Queens as they practice their tennis serve and work on their yoga poses during free CityParks Seniors Fitness classes. All New Yorkers, ages 60 and over, are invited to take advan...
The Challenges of Eating Right, Food Stamps & Other Nutritional Resources for Seniors
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Queens Interagency Council on Aging (QICA) will hold its monthly program meeting on Wednesday, May 16th from 9am - 11am at Queens Borough Hall, Room 213, 120-55 Queens Blvd, Kew Gardens.  Experts...
Volunteers Needed for "The Moving Wall"
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We are proud to announce that "The Moving Wall", the half size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC, will be arriving at Juniper Valley Park on Wednesday, June 27th.  A wooden...
108th Anniversary of the General Slocum Tragedy
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You are cordially invited to attend the 108th anniversary of the General Slocum tragedy of 1904.  The event will be held on Saturday, June 9th, 2012at 9:00 am sharp at the Lutheran All Faiths Cemet...
Four Paws Sake, NYC
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FOUR PAWS SAKE - Spring Fling Fundraiser   Sunday, April 29th  1pm - 4 pm Courtside Lounge - 6908 Myrtle Avenue, Glendale $20 Donation at the door First 25 People receive a Four Paws Sake wristb...
The Moving Wall (Vietnam Veteran's Memorial)
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Join the town of Middle Village, Queens as we honor true American heros - our veterans and active-duty military.  This coming June, we will be bringing The Vietnam Veteran's Memorial Moving Wall - ...
TUTOR AVAILABLE
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New York State Certified Teacher * Experience with all levels and grades * Education Director of well-known Learning Center * Reasonable rates Offering individualized teaching to maximize a studen...
A Friendly Neighborhood Pub
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Visit Nicole Kelly's Pub located at 62-10 Woodhaven Blvd in Rego Park  718-429-8865 Beer Bucket Specials $15 Domestic $18 Import Follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/Nicole Kelly's Pub

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Trend alert: The future of in-store shopping goes high tech
Gone are the days of loading the station wagon and heading to the local mall to spend the entire day getting everything the family needs. Today, American shoppers are savvy and smart. They know exa...
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Love and relationships: Should you return the ring after a broken engagement?
A broken engagement can be a very painful and confusing experience. And in the fog of hurt feelings that accompany such a stressful moment, one question often arises: Should the engagement ring be ...
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Five things you should know about hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a silent epidemic in America. Millions of Americans have chronic hepatitis C, which is caused through infection with the hepatitis C virus. Hepatitis C is a leading cause of liver ca...
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Summer games in the garden
The sun is shining, birds are singing, butterflies are darting from colorful flower to colorful flower ... and children across the country are complaining about being bored. Eliminate this by takin...
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Gift wrapping tips: Fashionable and functional ways to make packages extra special
The warm weather seasons are well stocked with special occasions. Whether you're saying best wishes at a friend's wedding or offering congratulations to a recent grad, it's easy to make your gift t...
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Keeping kids safe online: What every parent should know
By now, most parents are aware that the entertainment and educational value of the Internet also comes with risks, particularly for children. Protecting children from those risks is a vital concern...
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Hot wheels vs. smart wheels: How to find a safe car for your teen
When the time comes to purchase a car, your teenagers might be dreaming of hot wheels. They may be thinking sporty, while you're looking for reliability and affordability. Use these tips to help yo...
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The secret to successful dating: Know yourself first
The secret to successful dating: Know yourself first (ARA) - Do you really need studies and statistics to convince you that you want to be in love? Probably not. It's no surprise that research sup...
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Weight loss requires a multifaceted approach
Weight loss requires a multifaceted approach Whenever someone loses a lot of weight, we often want to know, "What's your secret?" But anyone who's been able to shed a lot of pounds will likely tel...
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A caregiver's guide to understanding and managing opioid dependence
A caregiver's guide to understanding and managing opioid dependence (ARA) - Caring for someone who lives with drug dependence can take an emotional toll. In many cases, the caregiver shoulders the...
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Understanding and spreading knowledge about the risks of type 2 diabetes
Understanding and spreading knowledge about the risks of type 2 diabetes (ARA) - Knowing your risk for developing type 2 diabetes is the first step in preventing or delaying the disease. One p...
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Make calling 811 a priority before every digging project
Make calling 811 a priority before every digging project (ARA) - Winter is over and warmer weather is finally here. Homeowners can finally put away their snow shovels and venture out into their ya...
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US unemployment aid applications stay at 370,000

In Thursday, April 12, 2012 photo, Paul Kader II fills out a job application during a career fair in Buffalo, N.Y. The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment benefits was unchanged last week, suggesting steady gains in the job market. The Labor Department said Thursday, May 17, 2012 that weekly unemployment aid applications stayed at a seasonally adjusted 370,000, the same level as the previous week. The four-week average, a less volatile measure, fell for the second straight week, to 375,000. (AP Photo/David Duprey)The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment benefits was unchanged last week, suggesting modest but steady gains in the job market.


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CA museum gets big gift to build shuttle exhibit

FILE - An Oct. 12, 2002 file image provided by NASA shows the space shuttle Endeavour sitting on the launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla. With the space shuttles retired, Endeavour will head to the California Science Museum in the fall. The museum announced it has raised nearly half of its $200 million fundraising goal for a new exhibit to house Endeavour. (AP Photo/NASA, Kim Shiflett, File)The California Science Museum said it has raised nearly half of the $200 million needed to build a permanent exhibit for the space shuttle Endeavour.


Thu May 17 09:15:29 UTC 2012
Human Genome board adopts 'poison pill' measure
Biotech drugmaker Human Genome Sciences Inc.'s board has adopted a "poison pill" shareholder rights plan to ward off unsolicited takeover bids, and it also has rejected a buyout offer worth nearly $2.6 billion from British pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline plc.
Thu May 17 09:14:35 UTC 2012