Man's Best $20K FriendMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:59PMA jewelery store owner got the shock of his life when his dog swallowed a diamond.
Beavers Unveil 2010 Promotional ScheduleMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:19PMPORTLAND, Ore. - An annual Independence Day extravaganza, exciting nightly and monthly themes, and a host of unique giveaways and special holiday promotions highlight a fun-filled 2010 Portland Beavers promotional schedule, the team announced today.
Manny Ramirez Giveaways Anchor 66ers 2010 Promotional ScheduleMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 5:15PMSan Bernardino, CA - The 66er staff has been busy this offseason putting together the best promotional schedule in team history, and fans can benefit by buying tickets now for the multiple Manny Ramirez giveaways in 2010. On Sunday, May 16th, the 66ers will start the season long commemoration of Manny's visit to the Inland Empire by giving away a Manny Ramirez wall sticker, sponsored by Crown ...
Report: Suspect Steals $7,767 In Diamond RingsMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 1:25PMPolice were called to a Central Ohio mall on a report that someone stole more than $7,000 worth of diamond rings.
The diamond-encrusted iPad no one should buyMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 12:03PMOne of the most loathsome but time honored traditions of luxury gadgetdom is to take a much-anticipated forthcoming gadget, dip it in glue, shatter a beer bottle and then roll the gadget around in the chips of glass. Voila! Slap a $10,000 premium on the resulting gaudy mess and you have yourself a luxury [...]
Telsey Advisory Group Hosts 2nd Annual Consumer ConferenceMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 10:21AMNEW YORK----Independent research and consulting firm Telsey Advisory Group, LLC will hold its 2nd Annual Consumer Conference on Wednesday, April 14 – Thursday, April 15, 2010. This event, taking place at the Westin Times Square in New York City, will feature executives from more than 65 leading consumer companies.
Riverbend RewardsMonday, March 15, 2010 @ 9:45AM2010 will mark the Riverbend Festival’s 30 th year of making music in Chattanooga. In conjunction with the annual celebration there is a new year-round program that will be available to a limited number of members.
Jewel 'buyers' actually crooks, knock over gem dealerSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 3:42PMTwo crooks posing as potential jewel buyers enlisted a street hawker to lead them into a Diamond District store only to rob the gem den at gunpoint today, cops said. "One of the hawkers on the street who grab people brought the guys up," said a security guard at an...
Helping Hingham businesses stay safeSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 3:14PM“We’re not trying to make anyone afraid, but we all know about the recent armed robbery at Hingham Jewelers,” HPD Sgt. Steven Dearth said. “There are no borders [on crime]. It can happen anywhere.”
On Tap: community calendarSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 2:21PMONGOING EVENTS: USED BOOK SALE The Labyrinth Used Books and Gifts, First United Methodist Church, 414 High St, Pottstown. There is a wonderful selection of secular and religious books available for bargain prices at the Labyrinth. Many popular authors are available. There are also self help, reference and travel books, cookbooks, and children’s books. Small gift items are also available at a low ...
Springfield's St. Patrick's Day Parade cancelledSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 1:39PMThe 32nd Annual Springfield Township Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, scheduled for Saturday, March 13, is cancelled due to heavy rain and winds. Parade officials said it is unfortunate this action had to be taken, but was in the interest of common sense and the safety of all participants and spectators. There is no rain date for the parade.
Ottawa 67's Come from Behind for WinSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 9:04AMThe fans were treated to an amazing game last night as our 67's pulled out a fantastic 4-3 come-back win. Our boys came out flying, scoring less than two minutes into the game, but ended up going into the third period down 3-1.
Madisonians back Summit Speech SchoolSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 8:45AMThe Summit Speech School, which teaches children who are deaf and hard of hearing to listen and talk, will hold its 20th annual Spring Benefit, “Simply Beauty,” with both 10 a.m. lunch and 6 p.m. dinner seatings Tuesday, April 20, at the Fiddler’s Elbow Country Club at 811 Rattlesnake Bridge Road in Bedminster Township.
Saturday event features authors and local foodSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 8:34AMThe Regional Indoor Farmers Market this Saturday is a chance to sample local fare and meet some “Tomatoes” — the authors of the recipe book “Locally Delicious.” The six women known as the “Heirloom Tomatoes,” who put together the collection of recipes utilizing local food, will give a presentation and sign books at the event Saturday.
Shop stirs sign size tiffSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 8:34AMSTURBRIDGE - One selectman is accusing another of being a habitual offender of the town's sign bylaws, while the alleged offender is accusing his fellow selectmen of being off-base and anti-business.
Local I-R Building In LimboSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 8:30AMATHENS BOROUGH — After over 100 years of operation, the Ingersoll-Rand plant on Main Street will cease to be by the end of the year.
Grosse Ile Educational Foundation will host 'Make a Million Gala'Saturday, March 13, 2010 @ 8:24AMSince 1996, the Grosse Ile Educational Foundation has been committed to funding lifelong educational experiences for the students and families of Grosse Ile Township.
Time to spring clocks forward tonightSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 2:24AMLAS CRUCES Spring forward, fall back. Do you have to recite that little saying to remember which direction to move your clock each time?
What's Happening in OrovilleSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 2:17AMCorned beef and cabbage dinner at Yankee Hill Grange Served from 5-6 p.m. Saturday, March 13, at 4122 Big Bend Road.
Monroe Village elections draw nearSaturday, March 13, 2010 @ 2:08AMIn the March 16 election, Monroe Village Mayor John M. Karl III is being challenged by Trustee James Purcell to retain his seat for a second term on the village board.
BUSINESS INDIANA: Philadelphia Street an anchor for Indiana and countySaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 1:06AMBlack and white and faded color photographs and postcards of Indiana's Philadelphia Street show various glimpses of life in the business district in past years. Shop owners proudly standing out front of their shops in the 1920 and 30s. Crowded streets during VJ and VE days in the 1940s.
Biz beat: Buddy’s Trophies marks its 50th year in businessSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:33AMThe downtown Hanford storefront is subdued, with a big green awning and a sign small enough that you have to pay attention to see it. It's as if no flashy attractions are necessary because the place is so well known.
Jeweler started business from ground upSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 12:09AMSylvan Lake -- Florence Eve Karagosian's business know-how turned a small jewelry operation that started in her family's basement decades ago into one of the area's leading jewelry stores, said her family.
Sales tax holiday is SaturdayFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 11:59PMBRATTLEBORO -- During last year’s "sales tax holiday," both Brown and Roberts and Burrows Specialized Sports had their busiest days since they opened their doors.
Craig and Wilson building conversion speeds up downtownFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 8:28PMNatural light long ago became a stranger to the inside of the historic Craig and Wilson building in downtown Gastonia. When a previous owner removed almost all of the structure’s signature windows, bricking up the open spaces, it ruined one of the...
March InBusiness: DatebookFriday, March 5, 2010 @ 3:48PMMonday, March 8: Corvallis City Club, "TheImmigrant Experience," 11:45 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, 114S.W. Eighth St., Corvallis. Cost: Free for first-time attendees atCity Club members; $5 for nonmembers. A buffet lunch is availablefor $10, but registration for that is required by Friday, March 5.Call 541-757-1505 or go to www.cityclubofcorvallis.org.
Indian Hill jeweler has golden opportunityThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 11:06AMLee Krombholz is know throughout the country for his interesting jewelry designs and creations.
Burglar breaks into Jim's JewelersThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:49AM***NEWS RELEASE*** Unknown suspects used a vehicle to pull off the front metal security door gates of Jim’s Jewelers located at 2009 Old Troup Hwy, at approximately 4:29 am this date, then broke the front door glass allowing entry into the business. The suspect(s) broke into several glass display cases once inside the business, taking an unknown amount of stock. The burglary was likely shortened ...
Diamond Dash Treasure HuntThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:47AMThere's a $12,000 Diamond Ring somewhere in the streets of Old Town Scottsdale. No, its not missing, it hasn't been stolen and no one left it there by accident. Hamra Jewelers has hidden it there and is hoping for a lucky couple to find and keep it!
Locals excited as Solaris takes shape in VailThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 10:41AMVAIL - As the Solaris development takes shape on Meadow Drive, local business owners and pedestrians are generally excited about what the building will bring to Vail. Many say the project is big, some call it massive, but the overall consensus is that the public benefits are greater than the building's size. Mike French, a salesman at the Bag and Pack Shop, directly across Meadow Drive from ...
Burglars hit Jim's JewelersThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 9:35AMBurglars got away with merchandise from Jim's Jewelers early this morning after using a vehicle to rip away a metal security gate, police said.
Fruchtman Marketing wins 'Addy' for TV campaignThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 9:33AMToledo, Ohio--Full-service advertising agency Fruchtman Marketing has taken home a silver "Addy Award" in the Advertising Club of Toledo's annual Addy Awards Competition.
Many nominees, new stars feed Oscar fashion frenzyThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 9:12AMLOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The unusually high number of Oscar contenders this year has set off a frenzy in style circles as old and new designers clamor to outfit stars for the red carpet -- the fashion runway of all fashion runways.
Siblings seek a Speidel turnaroundSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 9:30PMNew owners Gennaro and Lynn-Marie Cerce will try to resurrect the bankrupt Cranston firm
Maher bows to Al SulaitiSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 4:01PMBAHRAIN'S senior player Ali Al Sulaiti benefited from a weak move made by Fide Master Maher Ayyad and converted it into a full point in the sixth round of the TKS Open Chess Championship, being held at the Telugu Kala Samithi (TKS) premises.
LAist On Location: Noise Pop Fest 2010 Day Five (Part 1)Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:15PMYes, that's part ONE, because for the final segment of our thrilling account of Noise Pop Fest 2010 , we've not one, but two exciting adventures to share with you, o dear readers. Saturday, February 27th found us first at Pop n' Shop , a Noise Pop sponsored boutique seller and craft fair, similar in spirit, if not in scope, to our own twice-yearly Unique La. Held at the very old school Verdi ...
FYISunday, February 28, 2010 @ 2:50PMHere is this week's FYI column:Jewelry trunk shows* Bigham Jewelers is hosting Elizabeth Locke’s spring collection from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday at Bigham Galleria, 2425 U.S. 41 N., Naples. Information: 434-2800* BR uno will have a trunk show for jewelry designer Valerie Smith from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Saturday at 1193 Third St. S., Naples. Information: 261 ...
Hingham police detective division at risk with budget cutsSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 1:54PM Proposed budget cuts as requested by the Selectmen would leave the department without one, if not both, of these two detectives. The department might also lose the last school resource officer at the middle school, the DARE officer.
Goldrush Chili Cookoff at Unity by the Bay Church!Sunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:47AMCash in while you chow down! A representative from Smyth Jewelers will be available to buy your unwanted gold and silver jewelery.
SHOPPING CENTERSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 2:19AMIf a butcher, a baker and a candlestick maker seem an unlikely trio, try a pet spa owner, a power equipment dealer and a coin shop proprietor.
Miss Greek pageant surpasses old fundraising totalSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 1:56AMCourtney Jurick was crowned Miss Greek 2010 on Saturday. The Miss Greek competition helped raise over $3100 for the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization.
CA thieves make off with $1 million in jewelsSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 1:12AMSAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif. (AP) — Authorities say thieves drilled through the wall of a San Juan Capistrano jewelry store, dismantled the security system and made off with a safe filled with up to $1 million in jewels.
Ca$h for Gold for Shelter Out of the ColdSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 12:07AMFriends of Our Haven Shelter and TNT Jewelers have joined forces to present ...Ca$h for Gold for Shelter Out of The Cold... on March 5 from 10am-6pm & March 6 from 9am-4pm.
Good Deeds: Hospice grateful for merchants' generositySunday, February 28, 2010 @ 12:00AMEDITOR'S NOTE: We reserve this space for readers to publicly say thanks to good Samaritans. If you'd like to acknowledge a good deed, write to us in fewer than 300 words at The Capital, P.O. Box 911, Annapolis, MD 21404, or e-mail capletts@capitalgazette.com .