DAMIEN RELIC BACK IN HAWAII Oct 19, 2009
Silva said the return of the relic to Honolulu on Nov. 1 will be observed with a special service at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Peace, where Damien was ordained, and an interfaith ceremony at Iolani Palace. Reach Michael Tsai at. (Honolulu Advertiser)
St. Damien relic arrives Oct 19, 2009
A special service will be held Oct. 31 at Kalaupapa, where Damien ministered to the leprosy patients banished to Molokai ... A special service will be held Oct. 31 at Kalaupapa, where Damien ministered to the leprosy patients banished to Molokai. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Memorial garden for town's young Oct 16, 2009
A memorial garden dedicated to children is being officially opened with a special service in a north Wales town. The garden at Llandudno, Conwy, was inspired by the tragic deaths of a young family from the seaside town. (BBC News -- UK)
Hostages under Taliban control in Pak army HQ Oct 11, 2009
Scores of soldiers, including commandos of the elite Special Service Group, were deployed for the operation against the remaining terrorists. Police in Islamabad arrested two suspects with links to the attackers and seized army uniforms, detonators and fuses from them, officials said. (India Times, India)
Valley Springs church celebrates birthday Oct 3, 2009
According to a Conference Journal, the Valley Springs Methodist Episcopal Church was organized in 1884 in the Stockton District of the California Conference. In 1885, Valley Springs, West Point and Mokelumne Hill were all served by the Valley Springs pastor. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Watson showed keiki of Kalihi game of love Oct 3, 2009
Special Service: Lee Couillard. Special Friend of Tennis: Hawai'i Pacific University. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Homecoming Day Oct 3, 2009
Horrell said that on Nov. 15, there will be a special service celebrating art. Horrell also said that he hopes to expand to a second service that will feature more music with instruments like guitar and bass, a process which he said is already getting started. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
East Princteon Baptist Church Oct 3, 2009
Sunday, the congregation of mainly seniors will gather at a special service to celebrate the church's 55th anniversary. Uppermost on people's minds is church growth. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
* Height limit in Boai District revoked Oct 1, 2009
NSB Special Service Center Deputy Commander Chang Kan-ping (i`) told a press conference that the bureau had never planned to increase the area of Boai Special District, but would ban balconies and windows on the sides of buildings overlooking the presidential residence. The bureau would also increase its manpower to make sure that the presidential residences security was not breached, Chang said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Transit system records high numbers in first month Oct 1, 2009
She said special service people contracted at Northern Montana Hospital, such as to train hospital staff members, have used the bus line to get from Great Falls, after they fly in there, to come to Havre to do their work at the hospital. It s interesting that we re able to get services here as well as providing services, she said. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Local Samoans Worry For Tsunami Victims Oct 1, 2009
The Samoan Christian church in Fort Ord will hold a special service Sunday at 9 a.m. for those who have family in Samoa and American Samoa. Copyright 2009 by. (KSBW 8, CA)
Hanford church welcomes parishioners' pets Sep 26, 2009
The special service is held in early October to coincide with the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi. Roman Catholicism teaches St. Francis of Assisi is the patron saint of animals, the environment and Italy. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Belliard settles in nicely with Dodgers Sep 24, 2009
No, this is not a special service provided by the Nationals' clubhouse attendants. Belliard had sent his dry cleaning out back when he was still with the Nats, prior to leaving for a road trip on Aug. 24. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Marquardt Village to celebrate 40th anniversary Sunday Sep 24, 2009
Marquardt Village will mark its 40th anniversary with a special service Sunday at 1:30 p.m. in Bethany Chapel at Marquardt Manor. A reception will follow in the Karl Fischer Center. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Around Madison: A view of censorship Sep 23, 2009
People are encouraged to bring their friends and family to the special service. The first service of this kind was held in 1941 at Washington's New York Avenue Presbyterian Church, whose minister then was the celebrated U.S. Senate chaplain Dr. Peter Marshall. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Valley Muslims plan Eid carnival Sep 19, 2009
So a special service at 10 a.m. Sunday will feature hymns, such as Jesus Shall Reign and Come, Thou Almighty King, sung at the initial services. Mariellen Sawada Yoshino, Fresno district superintendent of the United Methodist Church, will give the special message. (Fresno Bee)
• Church news Sep 19, 2009
Church news Moreno presents special service ... Starr presents special service. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Church holds special service, lunch for ‘first responders’ Sep 16, 2009
Church holds special service, lunch for first responders ... Church holds special service, lunch for first responders. (Lompoc Record, CA)
JAMES ARTHUR HECKARD Sep 15, 2009
A special service was Monday, Sept. 14 and burial with military honors followed at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. The family has entrusted the services of Peaceful Rest Funeral Home, 800 S. Virginia in Terrell. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Fulton United Church of Christ to celebrate 120 years Sep 12, 2009
The church celebrates its 120th anniversary Sunday with a special service at 11 a.m. (Joshua Vince/FULTON SUN photo). Members of the Fulton United Church of Christ, 5th and Jefferson streets, Sunday will celebrate both the church's 120th anniversary of ministry and Back to Church Sunday. (Fulton Sun, MO)
* Free train service for volunteers draws to a close Sep 12, 2009
By Thursday, approximately 56,000 passengers had utilized the special service ... The THSRC said that the special service ended yesterday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
My Ex-Friend, the Dictator Sep 10, 2009
Still, he steadily ascended the Army ranks, serving in the 1965 Indo-Pak War, assuming the role of company commander in the Special Service Group during the 1971 confrontation, being promoted to major general in 1991, and ultimately becoming Army chief of staff in 1998. However, when I served as adjutant general of the Army, it became increasingly clear to me in my daily interactions with him that Musharraf was a reactionary, not a visionary. (Slate)
Church heals from wounds of split Sep 5, 2009
And he says many are excited about celebrating the church's third anniversary with a special service at 11 a.m. Sept. 13 at the church, 8681 N. Chestnut Ave. A tri-tip lunch will follow the service. "We are expecting God to open windows of heaven on that day," Miano wrote in a recent e-mail. (Fresno Bee)
Whose Internet is it, anyway? Sep 1, 2009
Would it get fair treatment if big TV and movie corporations can pay to have their video get special service. Internet-based phone companies like Vonage and Skype have revolutionized the phone industry by offering calls over the Web at low cost. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Lodi Hall of Fame Sep 1, 2009
"He always wanted to give that extra special service.". His business ventures took him to the Bank of Lodi, when his friend Bo Katzakian asked him to be a member of the founding board. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Port employees promoted Aug 30, 2009
The association provides a broad range of membership services to more than 950 local governments comprised of 35 different types of special service districts. Tags. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
United Way solicitors to meet tomorrow Aug 28, 2009
Jason Correll, National City Bank, Jackson County United Way Business Blitz Chairman and Kelly Franklin, Aisin, USA, Special Services Chair, will welcome Business and Special Service Blitz solicitors Friday Aug. 28 at 8:30 a.m. at Community Agency Building, 113 N. Chestnut, Seymour ... EX; Tim Wheeler; Rachael Pollert; Mindy Taskey; Cinde Pickard Dicksons; Rhonda Hutchinson; Mindy Galliher Tribune; Special Services Franklin, Chair; Jenny Rumph Aisin USA; Julie Bullard Aisin USA; Chris... (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Celebrating a piece of history: Asbury Grove Tabernacle re-dedicated with public service Aug 28, 2009
The 150th annual camp meeting week at Asbury Grove was concluded with a special service re-dedicating the rebuilt and refurbished Tabernacle, the oldest remaining wooden tabernacle structure in the United States. At 114 years, it is possibly the only wooden tabernacle still in use. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
A Review of Inglourious Basterds Aug 24, 2009
In the meantime, Lt. Aldo Raine, a maverick member of the 1st Special Service Force, also known as the Devil s Brigade, has recruited a team of eight American Jewish soldiers to parachute behind Nazi lines and conduct hit-and-run raids in advance of the Operation Overlord landings. The prior exploits of Raine s team are only hinted at throughout the movie, but it is clear that they have gained a reputation among their enemies. (Suite101.com)
Fire log Aug. 9-15 edition Aug 22, 2009
2:37 p.m.: firefighters responded to Lewis Street for special service request. 8:53 p.m.: firefighters responded to the Town of Concord motor vehicle accident. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Ghana Ebenezer Society Charlotte North Carolina Inaugurated Aug 21, 2009
The successful night Sessions were climaxed with a Special Service to inaugurate the new Society. The Special Service attended by the Choir and members of the Ghana Ebenezer Methodist Church, Atlanta, Georgia under whose care the new Society was placed by the North America Mission until it matured. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
United Way sets special events Aug 12, 2009
On Wednesday Aug. 12, all Business and Special Service Blitz solicitors, along with Professional, Government, and Clubs and Organization solicitors will meet at noon at the American Legion Annex for lunch and training ... Industrial, Amber Hatfield-Owens; Special Services - Kelly Franklin; Business - Jason Correll; Greg Prange and Cheryl Fenton, Education; Holly Wischmeier, Clubs and Organization; Monica Hartung, Professional; Jerri Burbrink and Cindy Browns, Brownstown; Amy Anderson-Miller;... (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Spotsy rejects mall road NEW: In a surprise move, county votes unanimously to cancel the Harrison Road Connector by the Towne Centre indefinitely. (10:12 p.m.) Aug 12, 2009
The decision surprised more than 50 residents who attended the public hearing on creating a special service district to pay for the road ... Residents urged supervisors not to create a special service district that included residential properties in the taxing boundaries. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Sodini was an unremarkable part of church Aug 8, 2009
The Rev. Knapp spoke following an hour-long special service he called in light of the shooting and the attention it has brought upon the church of about 400 members. The nondenominational church's focus is on Bible study and teaching, as it videotapes its services to mail to ministries in other states. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
150 years of Jews in Racine: Beth Israel Sinai Congregation celebrating past, present of Jewish presence in city Aug 8, 2009
This year marks 150 years of Jewish presence in Racine, according to members of Beth Israel Sinai, and the congregation is inviting the public to come and celebrate that presence with them during a special service and program. We have chosen August 15 for this auspicious celebration because it is just one month before the beginning of the Jewish New Year, said Rabbi Martyn Adelberg of Beth Israel Sinai. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Religion Calendar Aug 8, 2009
EAST ERIE ASSEMBLY OF GOD: Special service featuring drama, sermon, music, magic and ventriloquism by the Boys J.I.M. Club of America, Sunday, 6 p.m., 2653 Saltsman Road. Ice cream social follows. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Texas Bus Driver Charged With Sexual Assault Of Disabled Passenger Aug 7, 2009
Robert Esparza, 49, was a driver for Star Shuttle, a company that contracts with San Antonio's VIA Metropolitan Transit to provide special service for disabled passengers. The woman told police that Esparza touched her inappropri 00004000 ately after the other bus passengers had disembarked. (KWTX.com, TX)
In God's name (3) Aug 4, 2009
The Rev. Rich LaMar of College Park Community Church had similar thoughts this summer when he organized members of his church to go into the community for a special service day. They went to seven locations where they cut grass, cleared gutters and offered cookies to those they helped. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Who should pay for Harrison connector? County attorney says a special service district to pay for the Harrison Road Connector is a fair path for supervisors to take Aug 3, 2009
County attorney says a special service district to pay for the Harrison Road Connector is a fair path for supervisors to take ... The issue will take center stage on Aug. 11, when supervisors hold a public hearing on whether to scrap the Community Development Authority for a Special Service District as the funding mechanism for the connector road ... Instead of changing the CDA ordinance, supervisors decided to try a Special Service District, which is the subject of an Aug. 11 public hearing. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Winfred church celebrates 125th anniversary Jul 28, 2009
For the celebration, a former pastor, Rev. Tim Fugman, will be returning to preach at the special service. Fugman preached at the church 25 years ago while he was a student at the North American Baptist Seminary. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
U.N.: Can halt violence against women Jul 24, 2009
In order to bring TCM into full play in the prevention and treatment of Type A influenza H1N1, or swine flu, the Beijing Administration of TCM has set up a special service path for people to obtain herbal packets that doctors claim will help prevent H1N1 infection. (UPI Photo/Stephen Shaver). (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
Activision Blizzard to Release June Quarter Calendar Year 2009 Results on August 5, 2009 Jul 22, 2009
If you would like to take advantage of this special service, you can access it by calling 800-642-1687 or 706-645-9291. The replay on the Internet will be archived for one year in the Investor Relations section at. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Raiders star-turned-minister comes to Lockeford (576) Jul 21, 2009
Former Oakland Raiders running back Napoleon Kaufman, now an East Bay minister, greets someone attending a special service Sunday night at The Gateway Church in Lockeford. (/News-Sentinel). (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Boys of Company D Jul 13, 2009
Skaneateles area Girl Scout Troop 29 is currently participating in the national Adopt-a-Platoon program, an initiative that provides support to overseas troops, as part of a special service project. The six-member scout troop, whose members are Margaret Canty, Aimee LaFrance, Allison Lambdin, Allison Purdy, Ryleigh Peterson and Madison Ruffo, have since January been sending care packages to the Headquarters Platoon, D Company, part of the Infantry Battalion of the 10th Mountain Division at Fort... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
$89,000 raised for Cancer Society Walkers participate in Windber Relay For Life Jul 12, 2009
Daily American - 89,000 raised for Cancer Society Walkers participate in Windber Relay For Life. Twenty-one teams raised money walking, selling chances and holding raffles to raise 89,000 before expenses, said Marcia Berkebile, relay chairwoman. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Senator paid $96k to mistress's family... Jul 10, 2009
Ensign paid $96,000 "gift" to Hamptons - Glenn Thrush - POLITICO.com (The Drudge Report)
DiNunzio pleads guilty, called no longer reputed boss in Hub Jul 9, 2009
He had a fairly short shelf life, Massachusetts State Police Detective Lieutenant Stephen P. Johnson, who oversees organized crime investigations as head of the Special Service Section, said during a brief press conference outside the courthouse. As part of a sweeping plea agreement that resolved the state charges and federal bribery charges, DiNunzio, of East Boston, will serve six years in prison. (Boston Globe)
Christ Lutheran schedules special service Jul 4, 2009
GateHouse News Service Posted Jul 03, 2009 @ 07:45 AM. An Independence Day weekend special worship service will take place at 9 a.m. on Sunday, July 5, at Christ Lutheran Church, 460 Chief Justice Cushing Highway, Route 3A, Scituate. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Missionaries visit Trinity Lutheran Church Jul 2, 2009
Democrat photo / John L. Inman III Raymond and Helen Howes, left, Australia, visited longtime friends David and Lois Carlson, right, and shared experiences they had working with Aborigines at a special service June 28, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Russellville. Over 40 years ago Raymond and Helen Howes and the Rev. David Carlson and wife Lois met in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. (California Democrat, MO)
100 Years Ago Jul 1, 2009
In the forenoon the Knights, assembled at their hall in the Measures building form whence, after holding their own special service, they marched to the South and Highland cemeteries where deceased members are sleeping their last long sleep and decorated their resting places with sweet June flowers. In the evening the Knights assembled once more at their castle and, accompanied by the Pythian sisters, with nearly forty members, in line they marched to the Methodist church. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Tate new Barberitos marketing director Jun 28, 2009
The agency also will present a Special Service Award to Jim Parker, who ran a social club for those with mental illness for 28 years. Additionally, the agency will honor Carolyn Dehring and her husband, Chris, with the Clements-Dietrich Award for their years of volunteering with the Annual Mental Health Benefit, which is held in January. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Passenger count slips at BNIA Jun 23, 2009
will be running special service to Niagara Falls this summer. Air Advantage began the Niagara Falls run last year. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Central African Republic: Who's Who With Guns Jun 19, 2009
Formally known as the Bataillon de Protection et Securit; des Institutions, this special service in charge of presidential security has some police and gendarmerie personnel, but most are drawn from FACA. Some of its units are reported to operate more or less autonomously, outside the FACA chain of command. The presidential guard was singled out by human rights groups and Alston for its brutality and poor discipline. (allAfrica.com)
Faith & Values calendar for the week of June 19 Jun 19, 2009
Service of healing and hope ---- First United Methodist Church is holding a special service of healing and hope for anyone in pain, grief or loss; 3 p.m. Sunday; 341 S. Kalmia St., Escondido; 760-745-5100 ... Special "God and Country" service and breakfast ---- Meadowlark Community Church hosts a special service celebrating our nation's beginnings, with a pancake breakfast preceding; 8:30-9:30 a.m. breakfast, 10 a.m. service July 5; 1918 Redwing St., San Marcos; breakfast is 4 for adults, 3 for... (North County Times)
Church Calendar Jun 16, 2009
Calvary Temple will honor veterans at a special service on Sunday, June 28, at 10:45 a.m. A special meal will be prepared for veterans and their families after the service. Veterans are encourage to wear you uniform. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
A Brief Overiew of Operation Overlo... Jun 6, 2009
1st Special Service Brigade. No. 41 Commandos. (Suite101.com)
Obama's Gramps After D-Day Jun 5, 2009
"Sgt. Dunham has been doing a good job as Special Service noncom," Maloof takes time to report in September 1944. At Clastres in France, stoves are issued to each tent "as the weather at this base has been very cold." French classes are offered. (CBS News -- US)
FairPoint cleared for bill collections Jun 4, 2009
It asked New Hampshire's Public Utilities Commission to reinstate its collection procedures with 2,775 customers who reportedly owe more than $750 in basic service and $500 in special service. Related Stories. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Around Madison: A time for the Dillards Jun 3, 2009
Parents and visitors are encouraged to attend the special service and accompany the children with food and fellowship. The church is located west of Danielsville on Georgia Highway 98. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Comcast Creates Digital Broadcast Transition Rapid Response Team Jun 2, 2009
Last fall, Comcast announced special service pricing and packages for consumers looking for a digital broadcast transition solution. Free Basic Cable service for a year if a consumer also signs up for Comcast Digital Voice or Comcast High-Speed Internet service. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Firm hired to gauge interest in Uptown district Jun 2, 2009
S.B. Friedman ill do a phone conference, review existing plans, tour the area, meet with key stakeholders and give an educational presentation about BIDs, also known as special service areas. In another matter, the council also approved the First Assembly of God master plan, which will bring a new sanctuary to the east of the church at 800 E. Vernon Ave., and a new parking lot to the west. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Equine center lends a helping hoof Jun 1, 2009
Their organization Hero Hearts EquiCenter Inc. is ready to offer a special service to help returning injured military personnel from Iraq and Afghanistan who have undergone amputation or suffer from blast concussions or post-traumatic stress disorder. Armenta and Montoya joined forces a while back and began training horses to be used in special needs therapy sessions like those at CANTER. When they heard about the Horses for Heroes, they quickly got involved and began dreaming of their own... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Suspect held in murder of abortion doctor Jun 1, 2009
Reformation Lutheran Church held a special service Sunday evening. Dr. Michael Bates, who has known Tiller for more than 25 years, described it as a simple service featuring Bible readings. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Smouldering hate May 29, 2009
Just a modest crowd - mainly elderly South African women - turned up to St Michael's Church in Alexandra township for a special service to mark a year since their country's descent into xenophobic violence. A new shopping centre was being opened in the area near central Johannesburg. (BBC News -- Africa)
Wellesley Townsman police log: May 28 May 29, 2009
He was able to use a special service to connect the woman with someone who spoke her native language to find out where she lives. She was returned to her home. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)