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Deals of the Hour / June 24, 2010, 12:11 am

Victims say parole ruling too lenient

The victims of convicted rapist Richard Troy Gillmore and their supporters are pleased he remains in prison, but are concerned about the Oregon Parole Board's willingness to reconsider his request for release in just ... (Source: Portland Tribune 2010-06-24T06:53:49Z)

Real Estate Buzz: Gull buys Iron Springs Resort for $1.6M

Gull Industries of Seattle bought the landmark Iron Springs Resort on the Washington coast from the heirs of a little-known real estate pioneer, Olive Little . This is the first time the property has sold since 1947 ... (Source: Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce 2010-06-24T06:53:49Z)

'Most Exciting Car' Award Winner, Audi A1 Ready to Order

The Audi A1, which was awarded the accolade of 'Most Exciting Car' by readers of What Car? Magazine, has gone on sale and is ready to receive orders in the Midlands and North West. The award was based on the A1 concept ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-06-24T06:25:11Z)

Rollins' first career walk-off homer lifts Phillies past Indians

PHILADELPHIA -- Jimmy Rollins took a big swing, stood at home plate and watched the ball soar into the seats. Before he even reached first base, the dugout had already emptied and his teammates were waiting for him ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-06-24T06:10:52Z)

Federal program keeps money flowing for hospital projects

These are tough times for financing major construction projects, and hospitals are finding it just as difficult to come by project dollars as any commercial developer. GLY Construction's recent experience working under ... (Source: Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce 2010-06-24T06:53:49Z)

They weren't distribution pamphlets--they merely possessed them

Promoted from the diaries. -ed. I had the great pleasure of seeing Pope John Paul II in 1993 during the World Youth Day events held in Denver, Colorado. I have fond memories of that time, for it was a very moving and ... (Source: RedState 2010-06-24T06:46:40Z)

Paul Hagen: Dobbs is first casualty in Phillies' battle against complacency

THERE ARE reasons why Greg Dobbs has been consigned to baseball purgatory, practical and tangible and easy-to-put-your-finger-on reasons. Such as that shortstop Jimmy Rollins went from the disabled list to the starting ... (Source: Philadelphia Daily News 2010-06-24T07:00:59Z)

Hockeytown architect Jimmy Devellano belongs in the Hall of Fame

It's about time Jimmy Devellano got The Call. He patiently waited while other principal players in the revitalization of a moribund hockey franchise stamped their admission to the Hockey Hall of Fame. The man who hired ... (Source: Detroit Free Press 2010-06-24T07:00:59Z)

On Tonight: 'Boston Med,' 'Rookie Blue'

The news documentary style of the eight-episode "Boston Med" (ABC, 10 p.m.) probably falls into the category of reality, as it cuts the drama of three Boston hospitals into narratives about the progress of the doctors ... (Source: Hartford Courant (blog) 2010-06-24T07:08:08Z)

Isner, Mahut play match that won't end: 59-59 in fifth set

163 ... and counting. The previous record was 112 games, a mark set in 1969 by Pancho Gonzales and Charlie Pasarell 22-24 16 16-14 63 11-9 (1969 Wimbledon, 1st round). -The courtside electronic scoreboard couldn't keep ... (Source: USA Today 2010-06-24T07:00:59Z)

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