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Deals of the Hour / September 3, 2010, 12:41 pm

HERCULES: POLICE SEARCH LANDFILL IN CONNECTION WITH MAN'S DISAPPEARANCE

Hercules police spokeswoman Michelle Harrington said. Sales' father, 73-year-old Ricardo Sales, was found dead in the ... Police believe the elder Sales was murdered by Efren Valdemoro, 38, who was fatally shot ... (Source: KPIX 2010-09-03T18:22:43Z)

Opening weekend packs plenty of punch on the gridiron

which might be good news for Hokies TBs Ryan Williams and Darren Evans. Tech QB Tyrod Taylor is a dual threat who might need his mobility to avoid Broncos DE Ryan Winterswyk. Don't be surprised if a wild-card ... (Source: USA Today 2010-09-03T04:32:21Z)

Police kill suspect in Hercules fatal beating; possible link to Vallejo missing persons case

HERCULES -- A man suspected in the weekend killing of 73-year-old Ricardo Sales was ... reported kidnapped from Vallejo last week and may be connected with the case, police said. Suspect Efren Valdemoro, 38, (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-08-31T17:00:22Z)

Companies add workers, but jobless rate rises

a glimmer of hope for the weak economy ahead of the Labor Day weekend. But the unemployment rate rose because not enough jobs were ... Scott Brown, an economist at Raymond James, said he sees no sign of the country ... (Source: Houston Chronicle 2010-09-03T19:12:49Z)

Boise State opponent notes: Virginia Tech Hokies

... Hokies came on strong late last season, scoring at least 36 points in each of the final four games. Seven starters return, including QB Tyrod Taylor, TB Ryan Williams ... former starter Darren Evans, (Source: Tri-City Herald 2010-09-03T06:41:12Z)

Ducati WSBK Test At Mugello

... Italian rider tried different set-ups and also tested several new tyre solutions provided by Pirelli. On Wednesday morning ... It has been useful preparation for this weekend's German round, giving us the chance ... (Source: Superbike Planet 2010-09-02T16:00:44Z)

LABOR DAY WEEKEND FORECAST: A look at today's weather plus the weekend outlook

... High near 86. South wind between 5 and 11 mph ... West wind between 5 and 7 mph. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. SATURDAY : Mostly ... (Source: Citizen Online 2010-09-03T11:20:22Z)

Hurricane Earl: How will it affect S.C.?

... Earl's large wake. The beaches should be back to normal Sunday and Monday of the long, Labor Day weekend, according to National Weather Service forecasts. Or ... not Myrtle Beach. The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber ... (Source: The State 2010-08-31T21:18:04Z)

Woman suffers head injury, flown from Route 46 accident in Knowlton Township

... Route 46 near Interstate 80 in Knowlton Township ... One lane of traffic was getting by on Route 46 after the crash. Additional details on the wreck are not yet available. (Source: LehighValleyLive.com 2010-09-03T12:31:57Z)

Crews Scour Landfill for Missing Man in Mystery Killing Spree Case

... Hercules who has been missing since last weekend. His father, Ricardo Sales, was found dead in their home last Saturday. Both men are connected to mass-murder suspect Efren Valdemoro ... Tran at a Vallejo nail ... (Source: NBC Bay Area 2010-09-03T18:58:30Z)

Report: Fehr's hiring on hold

... Ilya Kovalchuk, Roberto Luongo and Marian Hossa lie in the hands of the currently leaderless PA ... according to Post writer Larry Brooks' source, the league will reportedly reject Kovalchuk's deal and void ... (Source: Calgary Herald 2010-09-03T10:01:38Z)

Kroenke Dominates Beavers in 3-1 Aces Victory

... Beavers ... Jeff Bailey finished 0-for-3, ending his franchise-record and Pacific Coast League-leading 42-consecutive game home on-base streak. The series continues on Wednesday night at Aces Ballpark. RHP Cesar ... (Source: OurSports Central 2010-09-01T12:55:48Z)

Illinois: Road closures may affect weekend travel

Illinois Route 17 between Reddick and Dwight is down to one lane at two locations. Will County * Cedar Road over Jackson Creek north of Manhattan, where bridge work is underway. * Interstate 57 Manhattan-Monee Road ... (Source: Kankakee Daily Journal 2010-09-03T16:21:01Z)

NHL drops gloves over long-term deals

We may be gaining some clarity on why the verdict of Ilya Kovalchuk 's second contract was delayed. The New York Post's Larry Brooks ... Vancouver Canucks G Roberto Luongo and Chicago Blackhawks wing Marian Hossa may ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-09-02T14:06:12Z)

Breaking down Boston College's schedule

the Hokies ran wild, gaining 235 yards on 51 rushes in the 48-14 blowout. Va. Tech offense is a concern with dual-threat QB Tyrod Taylor and RBs Ryan Williams (159 yards against BC last year) and Darren Evans worth ... (Source: Boston Herald 2010-09-03T04:25:12Z)

Private employers add 67,000 jobs, but unemployment rate rises

lifting hopes for the weak economy ahead of the Labor Day weekend. But the unemployment rate rose in August for the first time ... Scott Brown, an economist at Raymond James, said he sees no sign of the country ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-09-03T15:23:45Z)

Labor Day weekend? Cool (in fact, down to 48)!

... sunny, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 78. Northwest wind between 10 and 18 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Tonight: Clear, with a low around 51. West northwest ... Calm wind becoming south ... (Source: Carmi Times 2010-09-03T11:56:10Z)

NCDOT to halt most construction work for Labor Day weekend

... routes across the state during the holiday weekend with a few exceptions – including one in the Triangle. Most construction projects along interstate ... to Wade Avenue will have lane closures due to the ... (Source: Triangle Business Journal 2010-09-03T14:55:07Z)

New Zealand beats France 82-70 at worlds

IZMIR, Turkey (AP) - Kirk Penney scored 25 points to help New Zealand surge into the knockout round of the basketball world championships with an 82-70 win over France on Thursday. New Zealand has won ... (Source: Blueridgenow.com 2010-09-02T23:10:14Z)

Aces Pitcher Jeff Bailey Hits 75th RBI of Season - Aces 3 - Beavers 11

Jeff Bailey notched his 75th RBI of the season, but the Portland offense was too much Wednesday night, as the Beavers topped the Aces, 11-3, at Aces Ballpark. The ... Aces starter Cesar Valdez (5-10) took the loss ... (Source: Examiner 2010-09-02T20:25:35Z)

New Zealand deals Canada another loss at Worlds

Kirk Penney scored 18 points to lead New Zealand to a 71-61 victory over winless Canada at the 2010 FIBA World Championship. Izmir, Turkey (Sports Network) - Kirk Penney scored 18 points to lead New ... (Source: WKYC 2010-09-01T16:59:11Z)

Kroenke deals another win for Aces

... Beavers ... Jeff Bailey finished 0 for 3, ending his franchise-record and Pacific Coast League-leading 42-consecutive game home on-base streak. The series continues on Wednesday night at Aces Ballpark. RHP Cesar ... (Source: Tahoe Daily Tribune 2010-09-01T08:52:25Z)

Mezzanine Debt Holders Approve Berggruen's Bid for Karstadt

approved his bid for the insolvent German department-store chain ... Pirelli & C. Real Estate SpA, Generali Real Estate Fund SA, Deutsche Bank AG's RREEF Real Estate and Italian entrepreneur Maurizio Borletti, (Source: BusinessWeek 2010-09-02T19:49:48Z)

As Earl swirls, S.C. watches

... Earl's large wake. The beaches should be back to normal Sunday and Monday of the long Labor Day weekend, according to National Weather Service forecasts. Or better ... not Myrtle Beach, S.C. The Myrtle Beach ... (Source: Sacramento Bee 2010-09-01T01:07:08Z)

ECONOMY: Companies add 67K workers, but jobless rate rises

a glimmer of hope for the weak economy ahead of the Labor Day weekend. But the unemployment rate rose because not enough jobs were ... Scott Brown, an economist at Raymond James, said he sees no sign of the country ... (Source: Delaware Wave 2010-09-03T17:32:36Z)

Sunny skies on the horzon for Estes Park

The forecast for the weekend includes: Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 82. West wind at 7 mph becoming southeast. Saturday Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 49. South wind 5 to 8 mph becoming west. (Source: Estes Park Trail Gazette 2010-08-21T02:10:17Z)

It's Fehr to say NHL labour war is looming

the Ilya Kovalchuk saga is notable largely for the fodder it has provided ... along with deals belonging to Roberto Luongo and Marian Hossa, providing a few conditions are met. And the conditions are beauties. (Source: Calgary Herald 2010-09-03T05:36:47Z)

Canada suffers fourth straight loss, eliminated from Worlds

IZMIR, Turkey (AP) -- Kirk Penney scored 18 points to help New Zealand eliminate Canada from the basketball world championship with a 71-61 win. Jevohn Shepherd led Canada with 15 points Wednesday in its fourth ... (Source: NBA 2010-09-01T18:39:24Z)

Xerox Ducati World Superbike Team Wraps Up Two Days Of Testing At Mugello

... Italian rider tried different set-ups and also tested several new tyre solutions provided by Pirelli. On Wednesday morning ... has been useful preparation for this weekend's German round, giving us the chance ... (Source: RoadracingWorld.com 2010-09-02T18:59:41Z)

Lifeguards watch Earl closely

MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WMBF) – Thousands of families are expected to hit beaches along the Grand Strand this holiday weekend, and with Earl causing ... as reports issued by the National Weather Service. "We look at what ... (Source: WIS-TV 2010-09-03T00:28:58Z)

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