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Deals of the Hour / July 4, 2010, 5:11 am

Got a gift card you don't want? Turn it into cash

When is a $50 gift card only worth $40? When you want to get rid of it. Several sites now let consumers buy and sell unwanted gift cards, including cards that are partially used. How much cash you're offered by a site ... (Source: Buffalo News 2010-07-04T11:42:37Z)

Coyotes believe they found bargain in Whitney

PHOENIX — The Phoenix Coyotes are always looking for bargains, and general manager Don Maloney believes he found one in Ray Whitney. AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File. Former Carolina Hurricanes' Ray Whitney (13) moves the puck against the New York Rangers during a Jan. 2 game. The Phoenix Coyotes ... (Source: Havasu News-Herald 2010-07-02T04:56:58Z)

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes father, mother's identity secret (Roundup)

Lisbon - Cristiano Ronaldo has become the father of a baby boy, the Real Madrid footballer announced on his Twitter and Facebook accounts Sunday. The message on Ronaldo's Internet pages does not name the mother, but the ... (Source: Monsters and Critics 2010-07-04T11:28:18Z)

Utility reviewing NH 'medical protection' accounts

CONCORD, N.H. — A utility that shut off electricity to a New Hampshire woman who used powered oxygen equipment and later died has halted service disconnections for customers with "medical protection" notices and plans to do the same for similar customers in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. In New ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-07-03T03:44:11Z)

Police offer few details on remains found in Iowa home

DUBUQUE, Iowa (AP) -- Investigators believe the human remains found on the Dubuque property where a woman charged in connection with the disappearance of a 20-month-old girl lived are of a small child. Police have offered few details on the remains found in Tamelia Harris' backyard. She's been ... (Source: Sioux City Journal 2010-07-03T21:02:08Z)

Robert V. Silver

PORTLAND — Robert V. Silver, 70, resident of Durham, passed away unexpectedly at Maine Medical Center on July 1. He was the "best" dad and husband, and will be extremely missed. He was born May 3, 1940, in Boscawen, N.H., son of William and Ruth Silver. On June 23, 1962, he married the love of ... (Source: Sun-Journal 2010-07-04T03:50:10Z)

Serena wins fourth Wimbledon, passes King on all-time Slam list

In a scene that has become every bit as familiar as strawberries and cream, a Williams' sister hoisted the Rosewater dish at the All England Club on the first Saturday of July. For the ninth time in 11 years, Venus or Serena Williams was the victor at Wimbledon, with Serena taking honors this year ... (Source: YAHOO! 2010-07-03T18:46:08Z)

Coyotes lose Matthew Lombardi, pick up Ray Whitney

The Phoenix Coyotes are always looking for bargains, and general manager Don Maloney believes he found one in Ray Whitney. The Coyotes, under budget restrictions because they still are owned by the NHL, signed the 38-year-old left wing to a two-year, $6 million contract on Thursday, long after it ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-03T21:23:37Z)

Hawks expect Johnson to accept contract offer

The person said the Hawks expect Johnson to accept their six-year contract offer, which is expected to be worth about $121 million when the NBA sets the salary cap next week. The person did not want to be identified because the Hawks are not commenting on the details of their negotiations with ... (Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution 2010-06-30T23:57:30Z)

Serena claims 4th Wimbledon title, 13th Grand Slam

Defending champion Serena Williams reacts as she wins a point from Vera Zonareva, during the women's singles final on the Centre Court at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships at Wimbledon, Saturday, July 3, 2010. (AP Photo/Jon Super) Serena Williams of the United States celebrates a point win ... (Source: Kitsap Sun 2010-07-03T18:24:40Z)

NH Parks Offer Weekly Guided Hikes, Tours

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) ― Six of New Hampshire's state parks are offering special programs this summer aimed at connecting participants with nature. "Discover the Power of Parks!" started this week at Bear Brook, Pawtuckaway, Greenfield, Monadnock, White Lake and Franconia Notch state parks. Throughout ... (Source: WBZ-TV 2010-07-03T18:24:40Z)

Mortgage rates are a screaming buy. So where are the bargain-hunters?

An odd scene has been playing out lately in the offices of mortgage brokers and bankers around the country. Mortgage rates have sunk to levels not seen in more than a half-century — a seductive 4.58 percent for an average 30-year fixed loan. Yet brokers and lenders report not a flood but a trickle ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-07-03T16:01:30Z)

Man City To Tempt Barca With Tevez/Ibra Swap

Manchester City are considering a shock swap deal with FC Barcelona involving the clubs' star strikers. The Blues Argentinian hitman, Tevez, is believed to be being used as bait for Barcelona's Swedish star striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic, who has fallen out of favour at the Camp Nou. Citizens manager ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-04T10:52:30Z)

Websites let you turn unwanted gifts into cash

The sites then resell the cards for a profit. But prices are still less than the cards' face value to make the offer attractive for buyers. The idea of selling any unwanted gift cards may have crossed your mind recently ... (Source: Observer-Reporter 2010-06-29T07:30:50Z)

Cristiano Ronaldo Announces Birth Of Baby Boy

As the 2010 World Cup comes down to the business end in South Africa, soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has caught everyone off guard by announcing that he recently became the father of a baby boy. The 25-year-old ... (Source: The Celebrity Truth (blog) 2010-07-04T07:39:14Z)

NBA Free Agency 2010: Top Destinations for Jermaine O'Neal

With free agency in full force and some of the top names are off the board, NBA teams are starting to look at role players that can anchor their team. No one wants to be the Cavaliers. While some franchises have tons of cap space to sign the LeBrons and Wades, many are strapped for cash and have to ... (Source: Bleacherreport.com 2010-07-02T17:50:03Z)

Websites offer cash for unwanted gift cards

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- A number of consumers received gift cards over the holidays but never used them. Six months later, they might be wondering where they are. If you don't want to use them but could use the cash, there ... (Source: KABC 2010-06-29T23:01:25Z)

Williams beats Kvitova in Wimbledon semifinals

WIMBLEDON, England -- Three-time champion Serena Williams has advanced to the final of Wimbledon after defeating unseeded Czech Petra Kvitova 7-6 (5), 6-2. The top-seeded Williams needed more than 90 minutes to overcome Kvitova, who was playing in her first Grand Slam semifinal. Williams was broken ... (Source: News-Democrat 2010-06-30T23:57:30Z)

Mortgage rates hit another low: 4.58%

WASHINGTON — Mortgage rates have sunk to the lowest level in more than five decades, but consumers aren't rushing to refinance their loans or buy homes. Mortgage company Freddie Mac said Thursday the average rate for ... (Source: Bend Bulletin 2010-07-04T10:59:40Z)

Seeking 4th Wimbledon, 13th Grand Slam title, Serena Williams 'hoping to still peak' in final

WIMBLEDON, England (AP) — After Serena Williams moved within a victory of her fourth Wimbledon championship and 13th Grand Slam title overall, she was asked to assess the woman she'll face in Saturday's final, little ... (Source: Orlando Sentinel 2010-07-01T22:01:47Z)

Rosell issues warning over Fabregas

New Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has suggested they are ready to walk away from the deal to sign Cesc Fabregas if Arsenal do not lower their demands. Barca have already seen a €35 million offer for the midfielder rejected and, with few signs of progress, Fabregas has now suggested he could be ... (Source: ESPN.co.uk 2010-07-03T11:43:48Z)

I'm back talking MLB- Strasburg, NBA & NHL- Caps

It has been a few months since I decided to write an entry, a pause fueled by excessive work and disappointment by TSN (fantasy sport decision) and the Capitals playoff "performance." Well, I am taking a weekend off (sort of) and I have decided to put a toe back in the water...hope it is worth the ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-07-03T19:14:46Z)

Police offer few details on remains found at home

DUBUQUE (AP) — Investigators believe the human remains found on the Dubuque property where a woman charged in connection with the disappearance of a 20-month-old girl lived are of a small child. Police have offered few details on the remains found in Tamelia Harris' backyard. She's been ... (Source: Globe Gazette 2010-07-03T22:06:34Z)

Serena Williams Says She Isn't Guaranteed Winning a Fourth Wimbledon Title

Defending champion Serena Williams said the experience advantage she brings into today's Wimbledon semifinals doesn't guarantee her fourth title. Williams, the top seed, is the only player remaining in the women's ... (Source: Bloomberg 2010-07-01T09:15:51Z)

Police offer few details on remains found at home in Dubuque

DUBUQUE (AP) --- Investigators believe the human remains found on the Dubuque property where a woman charged in connection with the disappearance of a 20-month-old girl lived are of a small child. Police have offered few details on the remains found in Tamelia Harris' backyard. She's been charged ... (Source: Waterloo Cedar-Falls Courier 2010-07-04T10:52:30Z)

Serena Williams wins fourth Wimbledon title

Wimbledon, England -- Serena Williams swept Vera Zvonareva in straight sets Saturday to win her fourth Wimbledon title and 13th Grand Slam championship, extending the Williams family dominance at the All England Club ... (Source: Detroit News 2010-07-04T00:22:34Z)

Barca won't 'go crazy' for Cesc

New Barcelona president Sandro Rosell has suggested they are ready to walk away from the deal to sign Cesc Fabregas if Arsenal do not lower their demands. Barca have already seen a €35 million offer for the midfielder rejected and, with few signs of progress, Fabregas has now suggested he could be ... (Source: ESPN Soccernet 2010-07-04T10:31:02Z)

Obama admin unable to resolve shutdown of PACE clean-energy program

Obama administration officials have failed to resolve a dispute with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac that has shut down Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE), according to an email obtained by Grist. The impasse will likely kill the promising clean-energy financing tool until Congress passes legislation ... (Source: Grist 2010-07-04T04:33:07Z)

Analysis: Coyotes looked to fill gaps on day 1 of NHL free agency

The National Hockey League's free agency period kicked off at 9:01 a.m. local time on Thursday, and the Phoenix Coyotes were active participators in the frenzy. After the dust settled, defenseman Zbynek Michalek chose to sign a free agent contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins, Derek Morris re ... (Source: Examiner 2010-06-29T23:58:41Z)

Cristiano Ronaldo becomes father, mother's identity secret - Summary

Lisbon - Cristiano Ronaldo has become the father of a baby boy, the Real Madrid footballer announced on his Twitter and Facebook accounts Sunday. The message on Ronaldo's Internet pages does not name the mother, but the Portuguese newspaper Correio da Manha said she is a US citizen. "It is with ... (Source: Earthtimes 2010-07-04T11:28:18Z)

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