News 2008-05-30 Andanh.com

Stonehenge Was Royal Burial Site, Archaeologists Say Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Radiocarbon dating of cremated bodies excavated from Britain's Stonehenge has solved part of the mystery surrounding the 5,000-year-old site: It was a burial ground for what might have been the country's first royal dynasty.

Army Sees Record Number Of Suicides In Iraq Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The Army is losing its battle to stem suicides among troops serving in Iraq, with a new report showing that 32 soldiers killed themselves in the war zone last year — a record high since the war began five years ago.

Federal Aid To City Library May Be At Risk Thu, 29 May 2008 12:56:36 -0400

Pharmacy Owner Guilty Of Fraud Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
— For the second time since 2006, federal investigations into apparently unrelated schemes involving people associated with the Marlborough Pharmacy have led to criminal charges, this time against an owner of the business.

Hundreds Graduate From Capital Community College Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Emily Rivera didn't think she'd go back to school after she left Bulkeley High School when her daughter was born.

A Family Rolls With A River's Punches Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The Farmington River was relatively tame this spring in comparison with its performance in April 2007, when it forced Anita and Brad Miller to flee their Riverside Road home by dinghy.

Plainville Man Accused Of Stabbing His Wife Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Geraldine Malicki, 75, was in bed early Thursday when her husband came at her with a knife and stabbed her, police said.

Scene Of Triple Slaying Is Demolished Thu, 29 May 2008 10:33:08 -0400
Demolition crews have taken down the fire-damaged house that was the scene of last year's home invasion and slayings of three members of a Cheshire family.

Church In Bristol Settles Dispute With Episcopal Diocese Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
In the end, former members of Trinity Church in Bristol decided it wasn't worth the fight.

State Scrubs Trial In Sex Case Linked To Mentally-Disabled Girl Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
More than two years after Marlon Deloatch was accused of molesting a girl with mental disabilities — and one year after DNA found on the girl's underwear proved not to be his — the state has decided not to prosecute the Manchester man on sexual assault charges.

Judge Postpones Auction Of Land For Ski Area In Middlefield Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The highest bidder for a 32-acre parcel that's key to the success of the now-shuttered Powder Ridge Ski Area in Middlefield has until Monday to prove he has the finances to close on a deal to buy the property.

McCain proposal for joint action gains support Fri, 30 May 2008 04:00:00 -0400
Gaining ground this political season is a proposed League of Democracies designed to strengthen support for the next president's overseas agenda and ensure a global leadership role for the United States.

Conveyance Tax Issue Hits TV Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Gearing up for the legislature's special session, the state's Realtors are taking the unusual step of running television commercials to persuade lawmakers to block the two-year extension of the real estate conveyance tax.

Lieberman Will Speak At Hagee Conference Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Sen. Joe Lieberman said Wednesday he will address a conference hosted by the Rev. John Hagee, who was spurned by Republican John McCain for claiming that God sent Adolf Hitler to help Jews reach the promised land.

Courtney, DeLauro Discuss Issues With Connecticut Farmers Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Paul Miller, who owns a 600-cow dairy farm in Woodstock, has seen his grain and fertilizer costs double over recent months.

Lawmakers Promote Plan To Reduce Youth Violence Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
It's easy, politically speaking, to be tough on crime and hard on criminals. But the real way to reduce youth violence isn't enforcement but prevention, two congressmen told a few dozen people at Weaver High School Wednesday afternoon.

Amputees Start Favoring Metal Prostheses Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Rather than try to pass as able-bodied, many prosthesis users are choosing to present their disabilities to the world, reflecting a significant change in attitudes.

On Surgery And Memory Loss; Falling And Staying Asleep; Ibuprofen Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Q. My mother recently had surgery and now is experiencing significant memory loss. The doctor said that anesthesia sometimes affects memory. How long will this last, and is there anything we can do to help her recover?

What A Listener Hears Isn't Always What's Intended Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Q. Soon after the 9/11 attacks, any news coverage of the event began with "Enduring Freedom." Doesn't "endure" mean the ability to withstand hardship?

Mad Gardeners Unmasked Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Quiet Heroes Do Battle Against Invasive Plants

A volunteer, nonprofit organization, Mad Gardeners Inc. spans Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York, with a diverse membership of about 600 gardening professionals, amateurs and enthusiasts, but it is largely entrenched in Connecticut, particularly in Litchfield County.

Magnificent Bloomers Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
These Beauties Can Be Pretty Pink Or Brilliant Blue, Depending On Soil

Summer is the season for ice-cream cones and hydrangeas, both welcome arrivals. While the former are fleeting, the latter are a pleasure that return year after year. Perennial favorites in wedding bouquets for their sweet, nostalgic feel, these old-fashioned ornamental shrubs add color, texture and character to any garden. As a bonus, they are also excellent for cutting and drying.

Dual-Purpose Furniture Has Rich Past Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Creative cabinetmakers have enjoyed making dual-purpose furniture for centuries.

Elegant Living In The Great Outdoors Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
We are furnishing our outdoor rooms with the care and aesthetic qualities once reserved for the living room or parlor. Elegant outdoor lounging has become a pleasing priority, and today's well-designed all-weather materials go hand in hand with style.

Planet Green Network To Stress Earth-Friendly Lifestyles Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
With nearly every mainstream magazine and home show offering green stories and angles, it was only a matter of time before someone started an all-green network.

Making Peace With A Pesky Neighbor Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
I opened my front door the other day and saw the unmistakable humpity-hump gait of a woodchuck retreating to his burrow somewhere in my neighbor's woods.

Discovering The Many Uses Of A Leaf Blower Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Dear Heloise: My family is calling me the leaf blower queen! That tool has become my favorite thing to use. My husband was washing the car, and I was using the leaf blower to clean the walkways, and I accidentally shot the car (with all four doors open) full of air. I couldn't believe the dust and trash that shot out from under the seats, from the storage pockets on the doors and all the nooks and crannies, including the trunk.

A Calendar For Garden Lovers Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Three gardens in Hartford County and two in New Haven County will be open to the public Sunday as part of the Garden Conservancy's Open Days Program, which has opened private gardens around the country to visitors since 1995. Some of the most exceptional gardens in Connecticut are included in the program and will be open on weekend dates through September.

Fight Global Warming By Planting A Tree Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Over a drink recently, a friend in the horticulture business said I should tell people to plant a tree. I've been doing that for years, I explained. No, she said, to reduce one's carbon footprint. Plant a tree, save the planet. Duh.

Library Too Lax Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Mayor Eddie A. Perez was justified in expressing his "deep concern" this week about recent reports of drug use and sexual activity by some people visiting the Hartford Public Library.

Don't Go, Joe Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Sen. Joseph I. Lieberman would help himself and spare Connecticut — not to mention Sen. John McCain — embarrassment if he passed on an invitation to speak at a support-for-Israel conference in July hosted by the controversial pastor John Hagee.

The 'War Crimes File' Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
It comes as a relief to know that FBI agents were aghast at harsh interrogation techniques used by American military and CIA operatives against terror suspects detained in U.S.-run detention centers.

No More Quick Trips To Buy Milk Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
There's a lot of pain in the backside of America.

Beyond The Spin, Tell-All Hits Bush ... Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
By writing a memoir that slams the way President Bush handled Iraq and other matters, Scott McClellan has joined the parade of ex-White House aides cashing in at the expense of their former bosses.

... If He Notices Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
On a day when Washington was abuzz with the news that former White House spokesperson Scott McClellan had published a tell-all memoir, President George W. Bush offered his personal reason for not reading it.

Clinton Delegate Fight An Overlong Reach Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
On Saturday, when the Rules Committee of the Democratic National Committee meets to determine the fate of Florida and Michigan's delegations to this summer's convention, it will have some company. A group of Hillary Clinton supporters has announced it will demonstrate outside.

Piston's Hamilton Questionable For Game Six Thu, 29 May 2008 00:44:00 -0400
The Detroit Pistons don't know if Richard Hamilton will be healthy enough to play against the Boston Celtics on Friday.

UConn Target Recruit Chooses Boston College Thu, 29 May 2008 14:01:00 -0400
Kerri Shields of Archbishop Carroll High in Radnor, Pa., one of UConn's recruiting targets for the Class of 2009, has decided to attend Boston College.

Wolf Pack To Hold Equipment Sale Saturday Thu, 29 May 2008 00:03:00 -0400
The Wolf Pack will hold an equipment sale and open house on the floor of the XL Center Saturday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. The event, free to the public, will include equipment used by the players and discounts on Wolf Pack merchandise. All sales are cash only.

Rentschler Field To Host USA Rugby Match Thu, 29 May 2008 11:36:00 -0400
USA Rugby has decided to move the Setanta Challenge Cup, featuring the USA Eagles versus Munster, to Rentschler Field. The match is Aug. 23 at 3 p.m.

Blake Loses In 2nd Round At French Open Thu, 29 May 2008 10:06:00 -0400
Rough times at the French Open continue for American James Blake.

Shields Commits To Boston College Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Kerri Shields of Archbishop Carroll High in Radnor, Pa., one of UConn's recruiting targets for the 2009 freshman class, has decided to attend Boston College.

Trinity Makes Triumphant Return Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
At 5:58 p.m., the sirens grew louder, closer, and suddenly the team bus pulled in from Broad Street. As the crowd cheered and gathered around, the door swung open and Guy Gogliettino came out first, holding the trophy above his head.

Top-Seeded Bristol Eastern Loses On No-Hitter Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Alyssa Andreucci had an RBI single in the eighth inning as 17th-seeded Sacred Heart-Hamden defeated No. 1 Bristol Eastern 1-0 Wednesday in a CIAC Class L second-round softball game in Bristol.

Local Notebook: Amity's Esposito Player Of Year Thu, 29 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Esposito Player of Year Jason Esposito of Amity-Woodbridge has been named Gatorade Connecticut Baseball Player of the Year.

Chester Restaurant Vows To Preserve Quality In Tough Economy Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The current economic challenges are not new to Cynthia Keller and her husband, Michel, who have owned and operated Restaurant du Village in Chester since 1990.

State Accuses Drug Distributor Of Inflating Prices Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
The state of Connecticut is accusing a major drug distributor, McKesson Corp., of illegally inflating wholesale drug costs for hundreds of brand-name drugs.

U.S. Probing Possible Oil Market Irregularities Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Federal regulators are six months into a wide-ranging investigation of U.S. oil markets, with a focus on possible price manipulation.

Aetna, CIGNA Place 1st, 2nd On Handling Claims Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
Aetna took the No. 1 spot and CIGNA placed second on how well they handle claims submitted by physicians in the third annual rankings by athenahealth Inc., a firm that provides Internet-based services to doctor practices.

Kristof: Surviving A Sudden Job Loss Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
If the country's economic malaise leaves you out of a job, here's the first thing to remember: Stay calm.

U.S. Economy Shows Weak Growth Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0400
— The economy logged slightly better — but weak — growth in the first quarter, spurred by improved sales of U.S. products overseas. While that's heartening, the country's economy is still far from being out of the woods.

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