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    Turn on the Town set for Dec. 3  Nov 24, 2009
    Turn on the Town set for Dec. 3 - Belmont, MA - Belmont Citizen-Herald ... Turn on the Town set for Dec. 3 ... The countdown has begun to the 19th annual Turn on the Town holiday celebration to be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 3, on Leonard Street in Belmont Center. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)

    October home sales rise in South  Nov 24, 2009
    The Brunsons looked for about three months before deciding on the town house in a well-lit neighborhood in a good school district for their daughter. "We suspected that (the tax credit) might be extended, but we did want to go ahead and get it done to be on the safe side," said Brunson, a 39-year-old paralegal. (The Augusta Chronicle)

    Needham Business Association Blue Tree Lighting coming up  Nov 24, 2009
    The blue tree at Avery Square will be lit at 4:30 p.m., and the festivities on the Town Common will begin at 5 p.m. with the St. Bartholomew Children s Choir performing. Santa will be arriving with candy canes for the children at 5:30 p.m.. (Needham Tab, MA)

    Vail: Nonstop flight makes it a high-speed lift  Nov 24, 2009
    A full day in the Basin and the Bowls might prove too ambitious for many skiers, but it is easy to return to the groomed slopes on the town side of the mountain. On Day 2, I took the 15-minute shuttle ride to Beaver Creek to take advantage of the interchangeable lift pass Vail shares with its sister resort. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)

    ICC trial of Congolese warlords offers accountability-HRW  Nov 23, 2009
    In November 2008, he commanded an attack on the town of Kiwanja in North Kivu province where an estimated 150 civilians were killed. In January 2009, Ntaganda was made a general in the Congolese army after his rebel group, the National Congress for the Defense of the People (CNDP), agreed to give up its armed struggle and join the government army. (AlertNet)

    Ghent budget: spending down, taxes up, slightly  Nov 23, 2009
    He said the Planning Board had engaged Nan Stolzenburg, a consultant who worked on the town s comprehensive plan, to ensure that the project fits in with the surroundings. This is the one chance to get it right. (Hudson Register Star, NY)

    Letter: Why support the Newman override?  Nov 23, 2009
    Finally, there are items in the project, like the kitchen renovation, that have been on the Town s capital list for years. As a Town meeting member and former chair of the Finance Committee, I believe that maintaining the structural integrity of our physical assets is crucial for the day-to-day Town business. (Needham Tab, MA)

    Saturday night blues  Nov 22, 2009
    You might be out on the town or home making dinner for one. My friend was right, and I m getting closer to the finish line, week by week. (Boston Globe)

    The charms of Chelsea  Nov 22, 2009
    Just remember to get back to the Draycott, shopping in hand, to sit back and enjoy a cup of tea before heading out for another night on the town. Bliss. (iAfrica.com)

    Letter: CNS endorses Newman override  Nov 22, 2009
    That financial burden will delay or put at risk the other school capital projects on the town s list. Moreover, Newman serves all students: its auditorium is the only gathering space large enough to house Town Meeting, the Needham Community Theatre and the Needham High School musical. (Needham Tab, MA)

    Tampines Town Council gets full marks in two of four areas assessed  Nov 22, 2009
    " onclick="Next();" src="/images/butt_next. the cleaner can be very efficient, but if the residents continue to litter or some residents are very prone to littering or non-civic conscience when it comes to littering, then that particular block or that particular part of the estate will be very dirty. (Channelnewsasia.com)

    Groom-to-be charged  Nov 22, 2009
    After party turns into violent night on the town. By Tristan Scott - 11/21/2009. (Montana Standard, MT)

    Schoolhouse a 'labor of love'  Nov 22, 2009
    Hanusik served a total of 22 years on the town board between 1975 and 2007. Hanusik passed away in July of that year. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)

    Low Prices and Booze Put Brunch on the Rise  Nov 22, 2009
    One interesting subset of brunchers on the rise: men ages 21 to 34, a demographic associated more with late nights on the town than cheery mid-morning group meals. But even in the current era of Judd Apatow bromance movies, Balzer still believes the increase in bro-brunches (bronches. (Time.com)

    Column: Wellesley Health Dept. responds to writers criticism of flu clinics  Nov 21, 2009
    Wellesley residents were notified of the Saturday clinic through a paid quarter-page advertisement in the Townsman, an electronic sign board provided by the Department of Public Works, the local cable channel, fliers, and on the Town and Health Department websites. The Health Department in planning the Saturday open FluMist clinic did consider the risk of a large turnout that might outrun the supply of vaccine, but was quite confident that Wellesley parents would not cause mayhem or cause a... (Wellesley Townsman, MA)

    Letter: Present the facts on Newman  Nov 21, 2009
    How can it be claimed that every element of this project has been on the town s capital improvement plan. for more than 10 years. (Needham Tab, MA)

    Selectmen discuss safety during hunting season  Nov 21, 2009
    In responding to recommendations from the town s recently formed hunting safety committee, selectmen agreed to post the hunting dates on the town s Web site, townofmarshfield. org. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)

    Philip Nickson  Nov 21, 2009
    He served on the Town of Braintree Finance Committee during the years l96l to l964. He enjoyed music, gardening and antiques. (Braintree Forum, MA)

    TOWN MEETING / Cook Estate easement not granted  Nov 20, 2009
    She said was among those who fought for the conservation restriction to be placed on the town land in question four years ago. She proposed the town find another way to protect the town s interest, rather than a permanent easement. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)

    Wenham Selectmens Notes  Nov 20, 2009
    Selectwoman Harriet Davis does not want signs on the Town Hall campus nor within the Civil War Monument fence. She would like to see signs as messages, not art, where legibility is the priority. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)

    Veterans discussed their higher purpose, few regrets  Nov 20, 2009
    He said the best time was the time when his son was born, and he and his buddies went out on the town and partied all night. PLEASE NOTE. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)

    Runway Ready: Seacoast Fashion and Pop Culture Blog  Nov 20, 2009
    Shiraleah Marilyn Black Faux Snake Skin Satchel: This black faux snake skin satchel is spacious and chic, making it great for the office and out on the town. Features include heavy duty black patent pleather faux snake skin exterior, gold accents, three separate compartments and two cell pouches;$78. (Seacoast New Hampshire)

    White House cuts annual Hannukah Party by half...  Nov 20, 2009
    Obama eats $100/lb beef and uses Air Force One to take Michelle out for a night on the town ... Obama eats $100/lb beef and uses Air Force One to take Michelle out for a night on the town. (The Drudge Report)

    FY10 budget OK ... for now  Nov 20, 2009
    As on the town side, the budget has held together so far, even with the nearly $110,000 loss in circuit breaker funding. Accounts for salaries, utilities and fringe benefits are breaking even or showing surpluses so far. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)

    John S. Russo  Nov 20, 2009
    While living in Braintree, he was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 1462, a member and past Commander of the American Legion Post 86, and served on the town of Braintree Finance Committee for many years. John is a World War II Army Air Force Veteran. (Braintree Forum, MA)

    Ballot count continues  Nov 19, 2009
    The drawn out process will eventually decide whether Madeleine Israel or incumbent Donna Hoyt will have a seat on the Town Board. At the tables counting uncontested races, all but four voting districts in the entire county were completed in seven hours. (Hudson Register Star, NY)

    Interim financing will allow project expansion  Nov 19, 2009
    Brian Stevens wrote on Nov 18, 2009 12:54 PM:" So let me get this straight- the police chief gets booted out of the meetings so the Town Mamager can read the Chief's Report. After reading the Chief's letter to the editior, he never has gotten overtime, since he already adjusted his schedule. Why hasn't the Public Works Director submitted his report to the Town Manager? By Mr. Crews own words, he will adjust his schedule to not get overtime. Sounds like Councilmen Jennings kicked the wrong person... (Brookneal Union Star, VA)

    People are behind People's sexy choice  Nov 19, 2009
    "We essentially do a roundup of all the guys who got our hearts racing throughout the year, who were looking great out on the town or on screen, and then we pit them against each other," she said. "We're comparing pure hotness on one level as well as what kind of year they're having.". (CNN -- Showbiz)

    Brookline Town Meeting approves footbridge restoration funding  Nov 19, 2009
    Town Meeting also voted for a related resolution calling on the town to include wheelchair-accessible ramps in the restoration work to make the bridge accessible to disabled users. Members of the Preservation Commission have raised concerns about the addition of ramps to the historic bridge in the past, but none rose to oppose them at Tuesday s meeting. (Brookline TAB, MA)

    Marina Bay homeowner seeks council help with continued flooding  Nov 19, 2009
    heard a report from Mike Galura on the town s ongoing stormwater projects. He said the work at First Avenue and Oakdale Street is substantially complete. (Winter Garden West Orange Times, FL)

    How to Drink Without Gaining Weight  Nov 19, 2009
    Eat a healthy and filling meal before heading out for a night on the town. If you come home and you feel like ravaging whatever is in your fridge, drink two mug-fulls of water, then have a snack. (Fox News)

    Firm criticizes towns oversight of cash from departments  Nov 19, 2009
    3 million in money paid by developers to mitigate the impacts of their projects on the town has sat unused. Departments defend practices. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)

    Budget tax levy increases by 8.8 percent in 2010  Nov 19, 2009
    Calls for greater transparency in other matters were made by several of the 32 residents who attended the public hearing, which was not announced on the town Web site, but only listed, as legally required, in the public notices section of this newspaper. Complaints over delays and errors on the site's calendar, and the completeness of other content posted there, go back years, and one resident has voiced concern that the town does not own its own domain name. (Hudson Register Star, NY)

    Littleton gets funding for new town hall digs  Nov 19, 2009
    Willis said the town has all the plans, scopes and evaluations ready and work on the town hall should commence shortly. She hopes the work will be put out for bid very soon. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)

    Framingham boards look to revamp sign bylaw appeals process  Nov 19, 2009
    With a sunset deadline for the sign bylaw set for 2012, businesses have leaned on the town - selectmen in particular - to come up with a wider appeals process. Some signs cost thousands and are tied to businesses leases. (Framingham TAB, MA)

    Boise States Kellen Moore: Heisman hopeful?  Nov 19, 2009
    I ll want to go out on the town, have some fun. And he just stays in, watching another game. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)

    Town Meeting approves Danvers High School $80 million project  Nov 19, 2009
    Also, a packet of material was mailed to Town Meeting members, information was posted on the town s Web site, and posters of the plan were placed in the main public buildings. During the meeting itself, there weren t many questions asked. (Danvers Herald, MA)

    Making Metallic Looks Work for You  Nov 18, 2009
    (CBS) While the glitter of metallic and shimmer of sequins have always been reserved for clothes worn for a night out on the town or the holidays, it hasn't stopped designers from putting a new twist on wearing the look. On "The Early Show", style expert Gretta Monahan presented some wardrobe ideas for both daytime and evening wear using a little -- or a lot of -- glitz. (CBS News -- Early Show)

    Georgetown Town Meeting voters approve all eight articles  Nov 18, 2009
    The full warrant for the special Town Meeting is available on the town s. Loading commenting interface. (Georgetown Record, MA)

    Players, coach feed Greenville’s dreams  Nov 18, 2009
    com A sign supporting the Greenville Patriots sits on the town square across from the Greenville United Methodist Church where players were served a pregame meal. Curtis Compton, ccompton@ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)

    Selectmen hear from residents during public session  Nov 18, 2009
    Over the past several months, Recycling Coordinator Jennifer Almeida and Cohen have been working to provide residents with information on the town s options for a new contract including barrel sizes, weekly recycling collection and automated collection. Residents: Regardless of repeated urgings from Almeida and Cohen toward a 40-gallon size collection barrel, residents are less than convinced on a one-size fits all approach for trash collection. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)

    Italy's Lake Garda Celebrates Chris...  Nov 17, 2009
    Riva has the largest of them, a beautiful sight as the sparkling lights on the town s historic buildings and on the market stalls reflect in the water. Throughout the castle-topped town of Malcesine, the Market of the Elves is highlighted by costumed elves that wander among the stalls full of crafts, decorations and foods. (Suite101.com)

    Protests filed in Scotland Neck elections  Nov 17, 2009
    In the initial results Watson defeated the incumbent Mills and Branch fell just three votes shy of winning a seat on the town council. In their protests, all three cited provisional ballots being accepted from voters who live outside the city limits. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)

    On a budget this holiday season? Luxury gifts you can afford  Nov 16, 2009
    With children, work and extra activities, sometimes the best - and most luxurious gift - is an afternoon out on the town. Depending on your budget, you can expand this into an evening on the town or a mini getaway as well. (Lake City Reporter, FL)

    Board of Ed elects new leadership  Nov 16, 2009
    The statement also accuses the town Democrats of engaging in a "conspiracy of silence" and called on the Town Council to order an independent audit of the books, starting July 1, 2007. "Republicans chose not to make this a campaign issue because a former student was involved," the statement continued. (Farmington Valley Post, CT)

    Boise State QB Kellen Moore: Heisman hopeful?  Nov 16, 2009
    "But, yeah, he won't talk about that. He won't talk much about anything. He just continues to watch more football. That's all he does."I'll want to go out on the town, have some fun. And he just stays in, watching another game. (Muscatine Journal, IO)

    A shamed nation turns a blind eye  Nov 16, 2009
    Stephanie Smith, an architect who did her Masters' dissertation on the town camp at Goodooga, agrees. You need to keep your targets low; teach people how to make a mud brick, how to fix and modify their own houses. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)

    A Texas-Sized Challenge  Nov 16, 2009
    While all sorts of discussions emerge among Black Knight fans, the eyes of this team must be focused on the town of Denton, Texas. Please or to read the rest of this story. (ArmySports.com)

    UAlbany mascot costume swiped  Nov 16, 2009
    Vella says he'd know about it if Damien's body was out on the town. "I took it personally," he said. (Albany Times Union)

    Spitz: Our 'heroes' need more than a day  Nov 16, 2009
    A ceremony on the town common doesn't offer a huge boost for the soldier learning to walk with two artificial legs. Flags on gravestones don't provide much comfort to a father whose child committed suicide after coming home from his tour of duty. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)

    Peter Sinn Nachtrieb hopes for a happy ending  Nov 16, 2009
    "This is the one that flooded in 1982, wreaking havoc on the town. So it's great that my disaster play is happening next to that creek.". Images. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)

    Hengesteg gets 10-year suspended sentence (206)  Nov 15, 2009
    Isee wrote on Jul 27, 2008 12:07 PM:" The more I become acquainted with the characters of this saga, the more questions I ask, and the more I learn, the more this whole Hengesteg issue stinks to high heaven. You just have to take off the blinders.TUNE has gone from bake sale organizer status, to failed major developer status, to being a force to be feared, with the full backing of the city government. The BJ Tuneson Building sits vacant as a testament to their follies. Enoughalready, you... (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)

    Town Lake timeline  Nov 15, 2009
    1996: Construction on the Town Lake North Bank Linear Park begins. 1996: Tempe completed a lake capacity needs study and started a lake management plan. (AZCentral -- News)

    Town center to get spruced up For many Carmel Valley residents, Del Mar Highlands Town Center is more than just the local mall. It's the social hub for this upscale ...  Nov 15, 2009
    The company has hired a firm to survey shoppers in December and has invited the public to post comments on the town center's Web site. A merchant survey also will be conducted, Schreiber said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)

    How to find love in Cincinnati  Nov 14, 2009
    When Queen City singles step out on the town, they do it in style. But taking a shot at love can be tough. (FOX19.com, OH)

    Biking: Erie-Pittsburgh trail crucial -- and one 'sweet ride'  Nov 14, 2009
    The Trail Town Program will launch the Great Allegheny Passage Sustainable Business Network with a half-day summit on business opportunities along the trail from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Turkeyfoot Valley Historical Society building on the Town Square in Confluence. Participants will hear from businesses that are "Green on the GAP," be introduced to sustainable business practices that make economic sense and learn how to join the network. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)

    THIS OLD TOWN: When does Indian Summer come to town?  Nov 14, 2009
    Lifelong Mansfield resident Harry B. Chase Jr. served on the town s first conservation commission and is a founding and charter member of the Natural Resources Trust of Mansfield ... Lifelong Mansfield resident Harry B. Chase Jr. served on the town s first conservation commission and is a founding and charter member of the Natural Resources Trust of Mansfield. (Easton Journal, MA)

    Outgoing Marietta mayor to be roasted at The Strand  Nov 14, 2009
    Marietta Mayor Bill Dunaway, who decided not to run for re-election, will be roasted at 7 p.m. Nov. 22 at the Strand Theatre on the town square. Cobb County Commission Chairman Sam Olens will be among the roasters. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)

    College paper editors know where they can find each other  Nov 14, 2009
    Reporters at Central Lakes College's Westbank Journal know what that's like, but it's not from a big night on the town - co-editors Alex and Stacy Buscher are twins. The industrious and well-read 18-year-olds wrote for the paper last year and when the editor post opened up they thought that by splitting the workload, the job would be manageable and any potential communication pitfalls could be overcome. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)

    Brookline merchants call for end to free parking  Nov 14, 2009
    Brookline s two main merchant groups are calling on the town to end its annual tradition of turning off town parking meters every Saturday during the holidays, saying it should keep the meters running instead. In doing so, we think the town will see a higher revenue return and the merchants will see a higher rate of turnover, which will hopefully keep their shops full, said Jonathon Stearns, president of the. (Brookline TAB, MA)

    Brookline roadwork delayed after confusion over what was supposed to be built  Nov 13, 2009
    The Transportation Board typically posts meeting minutes on the town website, www. brooklinema. (Brookline TAB, MA)

    Entertainment  Nov 13, 2009
    Martin Scorsese's "After Hours" tells the story of one man's night on the town which ends up taking more than a few wrong turns. Expecting nothing more than a fun date, New York computer consultant Paul Hackett ends up stranded in SoHo with no money and no way of getting home. (The Villanovan, PA)

    Seasonal flu clinic set for next Tuesday  Nov 13, 2009
    Ciccotelli said the day he has gotten enough vaccines to hold an H1N1 clinic he will post the information on the town s Web site at www. town. (Canton Journal, MA)

    A look at the Veterans Celebration Committee  Nov 13, 2009
    With the winter months and the inclement weather that marks the season, this moving event is held at the senior center and at other times it is held at the Gazebo on the Town Common or at one of the nine cemeteries in town. "The Taps Vigil includes a sounding of Taps on a bugle at 7:15 p.m.," said Gendreau. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)

    Think About It- A matter of perspective  Nov 13, 2009
    Not the town, it has no impact on the town s finances. It is the taxpayers, including businesses that will shoulder the additional burden while at the same time ensuring no burden is placed on the corporate town. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)

    'Hills' Star Stephanie Pratt Calls DUI Arrest A 'Blessing'  Nov 13, 2009
    Hills' Star Stephanie Pratt Calls DUI Arrest A 'Blessing. It was a sucky lesson, but it was actually a huge blessing in disguise,' she says. (VHI.com -- Music News)

    New bra enhances breasts in secs!  Nov 13, 2009
    The revolutionary bra can be worn for work and then boosted for a night on the town by adding silicone pouches - made from the same material used in breast implants. These push the boobs together and up, for a natural-look cleavage. (India Times, India)

    Flu forum planned for Nov. 17  Nov 13, 2009
    Information is available on the town Web site or through the Massachusetts 2-1-1 information line. Wash your hands often. (Concord Journal, MA)

    Christian Movie Seeks Healing In America's Racial Hotbed  Nov 13, 2009
    The film has already made an impact on the town. "One of our most important scenes takes place in a predominantly black Memphis church," says Evans. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)

    Budget cutbacks set off talk of regionalization  Nov 13, 2009
    The State finances are in poor health and it s going to have a dramatic impact on the town, Ellis said. I do believe there will be some pain coming down the road. (Littleton Independent, MA)

    Veterans Day ceremony focuses on fallen Marine  Nov 12, 2009
    In Troy, family members and friends gathered on the town green Wednesday to remember U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Stephen Murphy, who was killed in Iraq over the weekend. Among those on hand was Carol Murphy, his mother, who said she was hoping there had been some mistake in identification when three Marines showed up at her door Sunday to tell her. (Concord Monitor)

    Primini named council Chair, Mazzamaro made head of BOE  Nov 12, 2009
    Mr. Primini is currently serving his fifth term on the Town Council, and replaces Elaine Adams, who moved from the Republican Party to the Independent Party during the last election, as Town Council Chairman. "He is an individual who has worked very hard on behalf of the town," said Ms. Rosa as she nominated Mr. Primini as chair. (Town Times, CT)

    Veterans Day Observances Around The Region  Nov 12, 2009
    MIDDLEFIELD: Ceremony will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. on the town green on Jackson Hill Road ... A town-wide Veterans Day ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. on the town green. (FOX61, CT)

    On the Town 11-11  Nov 12, 2009
    Use of this site signifies your agreement to the and , updated March 2009 (Florida Today)

    Council considers funding non-profits  Nov 11, 2009
    Council members over the past three years have approved 187,000 in funding for outside agencies without answering Skelton s past calls for a discussion on the town s role in finding private agencies. On the other side, council member Rosanna Gabaldon has advocated funding only outside agencies that provide direct human services, which would exclude the heritage alliance and missile museum. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)

    Downtown parking spaces reduced at Humphrey/Redington area  Nov 11, 2009
    Noted the annual tree-lighting ceremony by Hospice of the North Shore is scheduled at 5 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, on the Town Hall lawn. Heard Maylor predict he will predict yet again a difficult financial year during his financial forecast at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16, at Swampscott High School. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)

    Town renews garage plans  Nov 11, 2009
    Daoust asked, in reference to the committee s chair, Coxsackie Mayor Mark Evans, who, as a councilman, sat on the town board prior to election. Betke indicated he is unsure where the garage fits on the immediacy of the village s plans, and said he will ask for a meeting. (Catskill Daily Mail, NY)

    Wenham holds special Town Meeting  Nov 11, 2009
    Town Counsel Paul Weaver and Town Administrator Jeff Chelgren have developed a document that is available on the town Web site, wenhamma. gov, and will also be placed on chairs on Thursday at the special Town Meeting. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)

    Rennie offers some stability  Nov 11, 2009
    He's even taken a hand in some of the RailHawks' marketing operations, trying to find ways to expand their target audience from the existing base of families and soccer die-hards to new groups, like college students and young professionals out for a night on the town. "I think we've got potential to do something really great here, but I do think we have to improve and adapt some of the things we're doing to tap into this market," he said. (News & Observer -- Sports)

    50 years: Kan. town grieves 'In Cold Blood' deaths  Nov 11, 2009
    A year later, the movie "Infamous" hit the silver screen with a similar theme, but it centered more on the town. One friend of the Clutters, Fielding Hands, said Capote "sure made an interesting book.". (Honolulu Advertiser)

    Wenham CPC seeks funds for Civil War fence renovation  Nov 11, 2009
    In the past three years, the CPC has awarded community preservation funds to the Community House for the portico repair project, $3,800 and a promise to contribute annually for the bond debt for the remainder of its duration; repair of the Buker gym floor, $40,000; approximately $500,000 over 15 years for debt service on the Town Hall renovation; $50,000 for installation of bicycle/pedestrian paths; and $23,250 for work to maintain and improve Pleasant Pond. Wilson explained that the goal of... (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)

    Election aftermath  Nov 11, 2009
    wrote on Nov 10, 2009 10:52 AM:" The proverbial Monday morning political quarter backing, searching for the rationale for the results of the recent local elections, is currently underway. This newspaper has just published an editorial and several articles focusing on whether local or county issues are to "blame" for the election losses of some incumbent supervisors. Predictably, Board of Supervisors Chairman Art Baer [R] publically stated that county issues were not to blame whereas, and just as... (Hudson Register Star, NY)

    Residents hope 170 acres in Ashland and Holliston stays open space  Nov 9, 2009
    Selectmen Chairman Paul Monaco said a sale of the property could have a "potentially tremendous impact" on the town and said he would like the land to stay as open space. Vice-chairman Arthur Shapiro said the services the town would have to provide for 80 to 100 new homes would outweigh any potential revenue from property taxes, adding, however, that selling the property would probably prove difficult until the market improves. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)

    $1.4M bill to cap landfill concerns New Lebanon  Nov 9, 2009
    4 million project on the town, he said. Baldwin said that former Supervisor David Katzenstein was told by the county that the town would only be responsible for 10 percent of the project, but no written proof exists. (Hudson Register Star, NY)

    Dating in the downturn: Well met by clublight  Nov 9, 2009
    Online dating is a cheaper way of meeting people than a night on the town. Around 8% of Britons say they use dating websites, compared with 4%, on average, in the rest of Europe. (The Economist)

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