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    Feb 2, 2013 |Story| Herald Mail

  1. Williamsport's 'River Rat' predicts early spring

    A more squeamish people might have called pest control. But not the people of Williamsport.
    alnotarianni@aol.com
    A more squeamish people might have called pest control. But not the people of Williamsport. Near the Potomac River at the foot of steep, grassy Doubleday Hill, children played with rats in open shoe boxes. Adults roamed around dressed as rats, and even...

    Tags: Schools, Middle Schools

    2. Jan 28, 2013 |Story| Herald Mail

  2. Williamsport bringing back the 'River Rat' to take rightful place on Groundhog Day

    Forget about Punxsutawney Phil, the Town of Williamsport is holding its first River Rat Day on Saturday, Groundhog Day, to see if the “River Rat” — an actual rat — sees its shadow and predicts six more weeks of winter.
    julieg@herald-mail.com
    Forget about Punxsutawney Phil, the Town of Williamsport is holding its first River Rat Day on Saturday, Groundhog Day, to see if the “River Rat” — an actual rat — sees its shadow and predicts six more weeks of winter. Town...
    3. Jan 2, 2013 |Column| Herald Mail

  3. Doubleday Hill cannons return to Williamsport

    After months of refurbishment, the cannons that sat atop Doubleday Hill are returning to Williamsport, along with mounting carriages. The cannons are due to arrive at Springfield Farm on Thursday, approximately 10 to 11 a.m., barring inclement weather....
    4. Jan 27, 2012 |Story| Herald Mail

  4. Five for your planner: Monday, Jan. 30

    <strong>1. A cutting production</strong>
    1. A cutting production   Shepherdstown University will stage Stephen Sondheim's "Sweeney Todd" 8 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 3 and 10, and Saturdays, Feb. 4 and 11, and 3 p.m. Sundays, Feb. 5 and 12 at the Frank Center. Admission is first-come, first-serve. $15;...

    Tags: Students, Teaching and Learning, Arts and Culture, Education, Arts

    5. Feb 4, 2012 |Story| Herald Mail

  5. 'Groundhog Day and Weather' presentation discusses origins of weather predictors

    As 9-year-old Madison Michael peered out of a window Saturday at the Discovery Station in Hagerstown, she said she believed Punxsutawney Phil was spot on last week when he predicted six more weeks of winter.
    dan.dearth@herald-mail.com
    As 9-year-old Madison Michael peered out of a window Saturday at the Discovery Station in Hagerstown, she said she believed Punxsutawney Phil was spot on last week when he predicted six more weeks of winter. “It’s snowing,” Madison...

    Tags: Punxsutawney Phil (groundhog)

    6. May 9, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  6. Cullerton, Madigan appear headed for pension showdown

    The pension deal cut by Senate President John Cullerton and state employee unions moved a step closer Wednesday to a collision course with a proposal backed by House Speaker Michael Madigan.
    The pension deal cut by Senate President John Cullerton and state employee unions moved a step closer Wednesday to a collision course with a proposal backed by House Speaker Michael Madigan. Cullerton's Democratic majority delivered a 10-5, party-line...

    Tags: Matt Murphy, Illinois Governor, Government, Career and Workplace, AFL-CIO

    7. May 9, 2013 |Column| Orlando Sentinel

  7. Gina, Amanda and Michelle, like others, need time to heal

    As I write this, not even 48 hours have passed since three young women escaped a decadelong nightmare of captivity in a house in Cleveland.
    As I write this, not even 48 hours have passed since three young women escaped a decadelong nightmare of captivity in a house in Cleveland. In this short time, speculation about them and their ordeal has reached stratospheric heights. Stories parse...

    Tags: Assault, Human Interest, Sex Crimes, Sexual Assault, Media Industry

    8. Apr 26, 2013 |Story| Chicago Tribune

  8. Westmont seeks flood relief funds

    While the floodwaters have receded in most low-lying areas in Westmont, village officials have collected hundreds of damage assessment forms that could help residents receive relief funding. Mayor Pro Tem Sue Senicka declared a state of emergency in...

    Tags: Westmont

    9. Apr 5, 2013 |Story| Glendale News Press

  9. Small Wonders: Paying taxes on the American Dream

    I'm pretty diligent when it comes to my taxes. And by diligent, I mean that in November, I make an appointment for February with my tax guy, which is unlike those co-workers in your office asking around in April if anyone knows a good accountant. That's like trying to get face-value Super Bowl tickets on game day.
    I'm pretty diligent when it comes to my taxes. And by diligent, I mean that in November, I make an appointment for February with my tax guy, which is unlike those co-workers in your office asking around in April if anyone knows a good accountant. That's...

    Tags: Taxation, Politics, Rentals

    10. Apr 6, 2013 |Column| Los Angeles Times

  10. Goldencents gives Doug O'Neill a Rerun for the Roses

    Apparently, trainer Doug O'Neill has taken the name of his most famous horse literally. Saturday, he decided, I'll Have Another.
    Apparently, trainer Doug O'Neill has taken the name of his most famous horse literally. Saturday, he decided, I'll Have Another. So, here we go again. If race fans have that feeling of "Groundhog Day," nobody could blame them. The O'Neill Show, a...

    Tags: Horse and Harness Racing, Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, Garrett K. Gomez, Churchill Downs

    11. Mar 25, 2013 |Story| Daily American

  11. Handler: Punxsutawney Phil in high spirits despite snowfall, threats

    As more snow fell Monday some Somerset County residents took to social media to call for Punxsutawney Phil's demise.
    staff writer, @damichelleg
    As more snow fell Monday some Somerset County residents took to social media to call for Punxsutawney Phil's demise. Residents watched as 7 inches of snow fell in Somerset — eight weeks after the infamous groundhog said there would only be six...

    Tags: National Weather Service, Somerset County (Pennsylvania)

    12. Mar 22, 2013 |Story| Petoskey News

  12. Punxsutawney Phil 'indicted' over spring forecast

    CINCINNATI (AP) &mdash; Famed groundhog Punxsutawney Phil might want to go back into hibernation.
    CINCINNATI (AP) — Famed groundhog Punxsutawney Phil might want to go back into hibernation. Authorities in still-frigid Ohio have issued an "indictment" of the furry rodent, who predicted an early spring when he didn't see his shadow after...

    Tags: Prosecution, National Weather Service, Butler County

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