Author: DXO
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Organizing CPR Training With the Help of City Hall in New York City
Big City – When a Citizen Feels Impelled to Help – NYTimes.com. A month ago, Ms. van Straaten ran a meeting at City Hall with people from the mayor’s office, the Fire Department and New York Sports Clubs. That none of the people there answer to her or pay her is testament not just to…
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On Patriotism
I was one of the thousands of people who made it into the Grant Park celebration on Election Night. It was amazing, of course. One of the best days of my life, flat-out. One of the most touching moments for me, a moment when I thought the top of my head might float away as butterflies…
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Nativity Scene, Early 1960s, Made in Italy
Nativity Scene, Early 1960s, Made in Italy > Mary, Kneeling in Light Blue Robe Habit-Style Head Covering, Arms Outstretched, and Gold Detail > Front, originally uploaded by juggernautco. Complete set here. My mother purchased this nativity scene for our family in the early 1960s in Pittsburgh, PA. This year I decided to clean it up…
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New York City Times Square Street Closings and Other Police Information
From NYPD: HE NEW YORK CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES STREET CLOSURES FOR THE NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION IN TIMES SQUARE Traffic Advisory The New York City Police Department today announced street closures related to the New Year’s Eve Celebration in Times Square. Street closures and parking restrictions are expected to cause traffic delays. The use…
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Early Voting Locations in Chicago
Early voting for the February 2 primary starts on January 11, 2010. I support David Hoffman for US Senate— he's the most qualified candidate on the ballot and stands the best chance of keeping President Obama's former Senate seat in Democratic hands. Get out there and get your vote counted early! 1. Goldblatts Building 1615…