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Fukushima accident given 4 out of 7 disaster rating
Japanese authorities have classified the Fukushima nuclear accident a level 4 disaster, with 7 being the worst. The Chernobyl meltdown was given a 7. According to the international rating system, a level 3 would affect the health of the workers in the
Updated: 03/16/2011 10:16P
Braves coach loses eye after hit by line drive\n
Braves general manager Frank Wren said Wednesday, March 16, 2011, that doctors were unable to save Salazar's left eye after the accident March 9. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File) By The Associated Press KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Atlanta Braves minor league
Updated: 03/16/2011 10:16P
Bainbridge crash victim: 'We'll never know what she might have done'
POULSBO — When a classmate pushed play on a song and started dancing in the Northwest College of Art's student lounge, Sydnee Cummings had no qualms about joining right in."She was all about fun. So enthusiastic," said that student,
Updated: 03/16/2011 10:15P
Ex-crime boss Anthony J. Arillotta details rise in mob family during trial for
Gaming, loan-sharking and drug-dealing were status quo. He survived a two-year falling out with Bruno after a drug arrest, which angered Bruno since drugs were taboo among Italian mobsters. He revived his image with Bruno, his former mentor,
Updated: 03/16/2011 10:15P
Avoid Credit History Pitfalls When Making Employment Decisions
In a recent decision, the 3rd US Circuit Court of Appeals held that the Bankruptcy Code's anti-discrimination provisions applicable to private employers do not apply to hiring decisions. See Rea v. Federated Investors, No. 10-1440, 2010 WL 5094250 (3d
Updated: 03/16/2011 10:15P
Avoid Credit History Pitfalls When Making Employment Decisions
In a recent decision, the 3rd US Circuit Court of Appeals held that the Bankruptcy Code's anti-discrimination provisions applicable to private employers do not apply to hiring decisions. See Rea v. Federated Investors, No. 10-1440, 2010 WL 5094250 (3d
Updated: 03/16/2011 10:15P
Bergen freeholders reject permanent appointment of acting parks director
The 4-1 vote came two weeks after the board tabled a similar resolution because of concerns about Albrecht's involvement in a 2005 sex abuse lawsuit that resulted in the county paying a $2.5 million settlement. Freeholders John Driscoll, Maura DeNicola
Updated: 03/16/2011 10:15P
Part of I-81 SB closed after semi-truck accident
An accident involving a semi-truck with hazardous materials closed part of Interstate 81 for close to an hour and a half on Wednesday. The load on the truck was secured, but the truck burned. No injuries were reported in the incident and the driver was
Updated: 03/16/2011 10:14P
Stroke of luck saves Auburn golf pro in rainstorm rollover
Green, 44, said he was amazed he emerged uninjured and thankful that the accident hadn't been much worse. He gave some credit to his seatbelt, which he was wearing at the time of the crash. The vehicle's top had been crushed – but only at the back and
Updated: 03/16/2011 10:14P
Swimming and diving to compete in nationals after injury to swimmer
Because of privacy laws the swimming and diving team was unable to disclose the injuries that Payne suffered. However, coach Clark Campbell released a statement after the accident. “We are deeply concerned with Stephanie's health and well-being after
Updated: 03/16/2011 10:14P
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