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Excessive heat warning in effect at noon Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 8:08AMAn excessive heat warning is in effect on Tuesday, as temperatures are expected to get dangerously high across SoCal.
Excessive heat warning in effect in SoCal Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 8:08AMAn excessive heat warning is in effect on Tuesday, as temperatures are expected to get dangerously high across SoCal.
Top 10 Android Business Apps Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 4:30PMYou just can't get away from Google no matter how hard you try so you might as well make the best of it!
Meet the Maserati of Plumbing Friday, August 20, 2010 @ 4:14AMThe stock of Japan's Toto, purveyor of luxe toilets, could sparkle.
CNN Student News Transcript: August 19, 2010 Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 8:04PMAugust 19, 2010
What’s Stopping Solar? Wednesday, August 18, 2010 @ 4:00PMWill Hegman looks over a warehouse filled with what could potentially be the future of American energy.
Do-it-yourself solar power for your home Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 12:39PMImagine outfitting your house with small, affordable solar panels that plug into a socket and pump power into your electrical system instead of taking it out.
MovinCool Promotes Mike Paulson Tuesday, August 17, 2010 @ 7:56AMLONG BEACH, Calif.- MovinCool announced that it has promoted Mike Paulson to manager, Heat Management Group. Paulson will be responsible for managing sales, customer service and engineering. "My focus will be on continuing to grow sales of our CM Series of ceiling-mounted air conditioners and enhance our presence in Latin America and the Caribbean," Paulson said. "We are very happy to recognize ...
Herkimer Co. Humane Society raising funds to renovate dog kennel Saturday, August 14, 2010 @ 7:00AMA representative with the Herkimer County Humane Society said they hope to find donations to renovate its dog kennel. Ed View, president of the humane society, said the kennel that shelters approximately 20 dogs is in need of proper insulation, ceiling repairs and fiberglass walls.
Dearing to celebrate its 100th anniversary Thursday, August 12, 2010 @ 10:42AMThe Town of Dearing will celebrate it's 100th anniversary on Friday the 13th. The casual event will include a PowerPoint presentation, brief history of the town, historical display, speeches from governmental dignitaries, and a reception.
Jordan- Power cuts add to suffering as another heatwave starts Sunday, August 8, 2010 @ 2:29AMJordan- Power cuts add to suffering as another heatwave starts
Traditional kick off of Kentucky campaign season underway with Fancy Farm Picnic Saturday, August 7, 2010 @ 6:56PM(WHAS11) One of the most watched Senate races in the country literally took center stage today at the Fancy Farm Picnic in Graves County. The 130th annual St. Jerome Catholic Church Parish Picnic is the traditional start of the Kentucky campaign season. Ahead in the polls and riding a fiscal conservative wave, Republican U.S. Senate candidate Rand Paul inspired the loudest ovations, both for ...
Free AC units for Delawareans in need Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 6:46AMNeedy Delawareans can receive free air conditioners through the Delaware Community Foundation's Operation Cool Air emergency funds.
Shirley Republicans donate to town seniors Tuesday, July 27, 2010 @ 1:18AMSHIRLEY -- Republican Town Committee (RTC) Chairman Frank Devan presented a check for $500 to the Council on Aging on behalf of its members, who voted unanimously to make the donation.
Free air conditioners available to needy in Delaware Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 5:25PMWILMINGTON — A foundation is offering needy Delaware residents free air conditioners.
Maintenance crews prep schools for return of students Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 4:54PMSchool starts next week for some but before classes can begin there is a lot of work to be done.
Repair costs climb Monday, July 26, 2010 @ 5:49AMRunning a school that has close to $12 million in deferred maintenance requires daily inspections and a watchful eye for problems, L.J. Alleman School Principal Kathy Aloisio said.
Free Air Conditioners Saturday, July 24, 2010 @ 3:25PMDOVER, Del. (AP) - A group of businessman, nonprofit leaders and an anonymous donor have teamed up to provide 100 free portable air conditioning... Visit WMDT.com for the full story
Ravenwood nursing home fined $52,500 for air conditioning fail Wednesday, July 21, 2010 @ 6:42PMAir conditioning failure forced out 150 patients The Ravenwood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Baltimore must pay $52,500 in state fines and risks the loss of its license in the wake of air-conditioning failures over a scorching-hot Fourth of July weekend that forced the transfer of all 150 patients from the facility.
Free Air Conditioner Ad Misleading Says Consumer Affairs Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 7:26PMColumbia, SC (WLTX) - When temperatures get as high as they have in recent weeks in South Carolina, the only way to really cool off is to sit in front of an air conditioner.
Hundreds rally against Wake schools plan Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 4:52PMHundreds of marchers from the state NAACP, local churches, student groups and civil rights organizations took to downtown Raleigh streets this morning, rallying at the State Capitol to protest the dismantling of a Wake school diversity policy they believe will lead to de facto resegregation.
Hundreds protest Wake schools Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 2:44PMHundreds protest Wake schools - RALEIGH -- Hundreds of marchers from the state NAA
Protesters disrupt school board meeting Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 10:37AMA mid-meeting disruption that verged on a riot has erupted at tonight's Wake County school board meeting with a group of chanting protesters refusing to relinquish the microphone. A string of arrests by armed police has followed.
Protesters rally against Wake schools plan Tuesday, July 20, 2010 @ 9:13AMThe marchers traveled up Salisbury and Cabarrus streets before turning on to Fayetteville Street to walk north to the State Capitol. As they moved along the route, Raleigh police closed off cross streets, reopening them after the marchers passed. In the works for weeks, the march coincides with the conclusion of a national convention of African Methodist Episcopal Churches in Raleigh for the ...
Why Are AC Units Running In Classrooms When School's Out? Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 8:09PMConserving energy in order to save money...it seems like a pretty good idea. "As a taxpayer within EPISD and hearing them crying about budget concerns and lack of funds, I would like to know the following: I live next to Canyon Hills Middle School and walk around it every day.
County receives donated air conditioners as excessive heat warning issued Thursday, July 15, 2010 @ 2:13PMShelby County received donations of more than $12,000 worth of air conditioners.
High temperatures mean higher electric bills Thursday, July 15, 2010 @ 7:42AMSet thermostats at 78 degrees — for every degree below this setting the consumer will add approximately 8 percent to their cooling cost; Use ceiling fans or portable fans to increase your comfort level with the higher thermostat setting; Make sure...
Heat wave fuels utility demand Wednesday, July 14, 2010 @ 2:16PMPalmetto Electric says an increase in kilowatt usage is direct result of the extreme temperatures and high humidity levels.
Gordon B. Isnor seniors suffering in hot weather Tuesday, July 13, 2010 @ 8:26AMSeniors living in the Gordon B. Isnor Manor in Halifax have been sweating it out the past few days and they blame their discomfort on the installation of new energy efficient windows.
Spike in Boston break-ins Sunday, July 11, 2010 @ 11:26PMBurglaries have jumped this year across a swath of Boston, leaving a trail of broken windows, busted locks and...
FIRE IN HANMER Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 9:18PMAn overloaded extension cord used to power a portable air conditioner sparked a fire that caused $100,000 in damage to a home at 4542 Centennial Dr. in Hanmer. Greater Sudbury Fire Services said crews responded to the fire at 2:16 p.m.[...]
MARYLAND HEAT WAVE Patients removed from second city nursing home due to heat Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 10:56AMAir conditioning fails at Liberty Heights facility; 74 relocated Seventy-four residents were moved out of a Northwest Baltimore nursing home overnight after air conditioning in the facility failed Wednesday.
Heat wave expected to break on Friday Thursday, July 8, 2010 @ 6:37AMShane Tulk had a one-word response to the news that relief from the heat is on its way.
Another hot day, but not quite 100 degrees in Chambersburg Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 11:15PMTemperatures fell short of the 100-degree mark again on Wednesday. Chambersburg weather observer Jerry Ashway recorded high temperatures of 99 on Tuesday and Wednesday. Neither broke a record. Humidity also was bearable in the afternoon at less than 50 percent.
Heat closes Lynn City Hall Wednesday, July 7, 2010 @ 2:30AMLYNN - Mayor Judith Flanagan Kennedy ordered City Hall closed at 1 p.m. Tuesday, citing National Weather Service heat warnings for Eastern Essex County, including Lynn.
Helter-swelter as the mercury soars on Staten Island Tuesday, July 6, 2010 @ 11:58PMTriple-digit temps tax the electric grid
All-time high temperature set in Stamford Tuesday, July 6, 2010 @ 9:15PMA shopper reaches into the freezer at Grade A Maket during a power outage in Stamford, Conn. on Tuesday July 6, 2010. The market has its own generator and was able to keep food cold and stay open during the outage.
New academies will shift focus of high schools Saturday, July 3, 2010 @ 11:38PMWATERLOO --- Returning East and West high school students mayfeel a bit like freshmen this fall.
City Substation Woes Put Focus On Public Works Response Thursday, July 1, 2010 @ 4:54AMDuring the summer, portable air conditioners with exhaust hoses snaking up into the ceiling help keep the temperatures at the Maple Avenue police substation from reaching into the 90s — at least most of the time.
Shelter Locations Tuesday, June 29, 2010 @ 5:10PMHidalgo County announced the location of seven storm shelters Tuesday. Each will open at 8 p.m. The following information was released by Hidalgo County and will be updated as needed. SHELTER LOCATIONS La Villa High...
Building being revamped, getting greener Friday, June 25, 2010 @ 5:38PMLake School is getting a facelift. New doors and windows are going in at the rural school south of Orland. The parking lot, playground and a new fire lane also are under construction. The windows and doors are being modernized for energy efficiency,...
Looted goods from US, NATO trucks openly being sold in Peshawar market Friday, June 25, 2010 @ 11:17AMPeshawar, June 25: Looted goods from U.S. and NATO supply convoys en route to military bases in Afghanistan, can be brought at cheap prices from a black market in Peshawar, a city famed for dealing in smuggled items.
Brief power outage planned for Friday Thursday, June 24, 2010 @ 1:03PMPhoto By THERESE APEL A mobile substation that has kept parts of Brookhaven up and running on Southwest Mississippi Electric Power since the Brookhaven substation burned in February 2009 will be removed soon after the power is transferred back to the main facility Friday.
Issues Plague Hartford Police Substation Wednesday, June 23, 2010 @ 5:00PMA new police substation was opened in Hartfords south end two years ago. While it has worked out well in many ways, a number of issues remain with it that make working inside it challenging at times.
People on the Move Wednesday, June 23, 2010 @ 7:48AMThe Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM), an organizational member and accredited standards developer of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), is pleased to announce the appointment of James L. Cigler as director of product certification and verification. He will oversee the organization's ongoing and new appliance rating certification and verification programs. Mr ...
US troop withdrawal from Iraq triggers epic garage sale Tuesday, June 22, 2010 @ 3:24PMBAGHDAD: The detritus of occupation comes in all shapes and sizes. In Iraq, it's M-16 ammunition clips, rifle bipods and body armor at Baghdad's Haraj market. Or Playboy DVDs, Irish Spring soap and military-issue MREs (Meal, Ready-to-Eat) at a store in Karrada district, scavenged from the trash or more often skimmed off supplies at US bases by industrious local contractors
Looking to buy a used toilet? Try a garage sale in Iraq , withdrawal spawns sales on U.S. goods Tuesday, June 22, 2010 @ 1:51PMIt's not your grandmother's garage sale. M-16 ammunition clips, body armor, ready-to-eat meals and even Playboy DVDs are just some of the items being sold by clever local venders in Iraq as 85,000 U.S. soldiers get ready to leave the country.
US forces sell off equipment in Iraq ahead of pullout Tuesday, June 22, 2010 @ 1:27AMThe Pentagon is getting rid of the fixtures and fittings from bases in Iraq as the remaining 85,000 US soldiers prepare to pull out of the country in 18 months' time.
People on the Move Friday, June 18, 2010 @ 10:36AMThe Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers (AHAM), an organizational member and accredited standards developer of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), is pleased to announce the appointment of James L. Cigler as director of product certification and verification.
Metal recycling day June 26 to boost new Jackson Park opening Friday, June 18, 2010 @ 8:24AMSaturday, June 26, is the next date for collection of scrap metal for recycling and for a new Jackson Park Playground to debut later this summer, assuming all goes well ....