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Deals of the Hour / May 28, 2011, 4:44 am

Jeff Conaway, 'Grease' star whose addiction woes were aired on 'Celebrity Rehab,' dies at 60

By then his parents were divorced, and Conaway had spent a great deal of time with his grandparents who lived in the Astoria section of Queens. "I used to hold in a lot of feelings. I'd smile a lot but I was really miserable. I didn't know it at the time ... (Source: Toledo Blade 2011-05-28T11:25:51Z)

Edison man gets 30 years in murder of ex-girlfriend, abandonment of their daughter

Dwayne Jackson, 26, of 3 Weldon Road in Edison, was sentenced by Judge Bradley Ferencz in Superior Court, New Brunswick Thursday under the terms of a plea deal struck by Assistant Middlesex County Prosecutor Sheree Pitchford. In April, Jackson pleaded ... (Source: MyCentralJersey.com 2011-05-28T10:28:35Z)

Tigers make the call for relief help after Ryan Perry proves ineffective

The upside from Friday's deal is no greater than its potential consequences for a Tigers team that is learning what most teams experience during a season. Relief pitching is unpredictable. The Tigers have lots of arms, but when semi-experienced slingers ... (Source: Detroit News 2011-05-28T11:33:00Z)

Dahlonega gearing up for 2 wine festivals in June

Admission is free and the event will include live music, art vendors, food for sale and wine tastings. The 2011 Georgia Fine Wine Festival is set for June 4 and 5 at Blackstock Vineyards and Winery. It will feature 60 wines from several wineries in the area. (Source: Washington Examiner 2011-05-28T10:35:44Z)

LCH.Clearnet May Be Next Front in Exchange Consolidation

No decision has been made on any potential sale ... offer. "This is especially attractive for Nasdaq if they can diversify and start crossing time zones and country borders, especially after they walked away from the New York Stock Exchange deal ... (Source: BusinessWeek 2011-05-28T10:42:54Z)

Actor Jeff Conaway dies; starred in 'Taxi,' 'Grease'

By then his parents were divorced, and Conaway had spent a great deal of time with his grandparents who lived in the Astoria section of Queens. "I used to hold in a lot of feelings. I'd smile a lot but I was really miserable. I didn't know it at the time ... (Source: Courier-Post 2011-05-28T11:18:41Z)

Avoiding Legal Problems When Managing a Household Staff

COMMON MISTAKES Many affluent Americans are apt to skip over the logistical details when they deal with their household employees ... responsibility to address how the workers are paid. "We offer a payroll service that is geared toward domestic staff ... (Source: Star-Banner 2011-05-28T10:57:13Z)

Phillies Notes: Phils looking for Romero to regain control

Regardless, Romero, who signed a one-year, $1.35 million deal in the winter, probably has been relegated to the lowest spot on Manuel's list of trusted bullpen arms. He has walked eight and struck out seven. Of the 56 batters he has faced, 22 have reached base. (Source: FOXSports.com 2011-05-28T10:28:35Z)

Backyard storm shelters become relics of the past

Missouri Gov. Jay Nixon said the Joplin twister will prompt consideration of stronger building codes and other measures that could offer protection. But legal solutions only go so far, he cautioned. "I don't know if man could build something strong ... (Source: Chattanooga Times Free Press 2011-05-28T11:04:22Z)

Karim Benzema honored at interest from Arsenal's Arsene Wenger but wants to prove himself to Real Madrid & Jose Mourinho

"I want to demonstrate my level to the coach - I want to show people the best version of Benzema this season. "I don't worry even if Real Madrid agree deals with other clubs for new forwards. This will only inspire me." (Source: goal.com 2011-05-28T11:18:41Z)

'Taxi,' 'Grease' star Jeff Conaway dies at 60

By then his parents were divorced, and Conaway had spent a great deal of time with his grandparents who lived in the Astoria section of Queens. "I used to hold in a lot of feelings. I'd smile a lot but I was really miserable. I didn't know it at the time ... (Source: Wyoming Tribune-Eagle 2011-05-28T11:11:32Z)

Boy removed from unfit trailer in Ontario County

The Canandaigua V.A. Medical Center is located at 400 Fort Hill Ave., Canandaigua. Ganondagan staff to host longball lesson Ganondagan State Historic Site will offer visitors a chance to learn the Native American sport of longball from 1 to 3 p.m. June 5. (Source: Democrat and Chronicle 2011-05-28T11:18:41Z)

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