At the science fair, girls dominate the class May 15, 2009
2006: Kayla Cornale, 16, of Burlington, Ont. links musical harmonies with basic human emotions to create an educational system for autistic children. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Eddie Bauer Play Yards With Rocking Bassinets May 14, 2009
Sold at: Target, Sears, and Burlington Coat Factory stores nationwide and Internet retailers from January 2008 through May 2009 for about $150. Manufactured in: China. (W-USA News, DC)
Michael Ignatieff: Arrogant Bastard May 14, 2009
Helga Ross from Burlington, Canada writes: Excellent political analysis. Ignatieff--my kind of man. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
New York, Vermont celebrate French explorer May 13, 2009
"By building all these monuments, what Americans did was make history visible," said Beaudreau, one of the featured speakers at a Champlain symposium scheduled for Burlington, Vt ... May-October Discussions and readings of new book "Lake Champlain: A Natural History" at 10 locations in Vermont and one in New York, sponsored by the Burlington-based Lake Champlain Committee ... Flynn Center for the Performing Arts, Burlington, Vt. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Cougars belt out eight doubles in 18-3 win May 11, 2009
The Cougars kick off a four-game series against the Burlington Bees 6 p.m. Tuesday at Elfstrom Stadium. Golf. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
League is unmoved by Balsillie's intentions May 10, 2009
Barrasso, who spent his elementary school years in Burlington, remains an advocate of figure skating, having spent two years learning his edges and strides at the Burlington Ice Palace. "It teaches you great balance and maneuvering, and gives you an advantage out there," said Barrasso. (Boston Globe)
Random House launches inaugural Open House May 7, 2009
Richard Bachmann, owner of Burlington, Ont. s A Different Drummer, one of the country's most highly regarded independent bookstores, says he's "all in favour" of Random's experiment in event programming. (Globe and Mail)
West 49 rejects takeover bid by Adrenalina May 6, 2009
Adrenalina's bid is worth 55 cents a share in cash and stock, valuing the Burlington, Ont. -based sporting goods and apparel company at $35-million. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Buffett uncertain on timing of rebound May 5, 2009
Berkshire also has major investments in companies such as Coca-Cola Co. and Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corp.. (). (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Expanding its niche May 5, 2009
Eco Waste Solutions of Burlington, Ont ... At Eco Waste Solutions' plant in Burlington, Ont. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Former jet-setter hunts down her ex May 1, 2009
She discovered Mr. Weslock was in Burlington, Ont ... She seized a condo he owned in Toronto and traced his movements between Florida and Burlington, Ont. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Public plans on tourism, infrastructure and transportation Apr 30, 2009
Audience members again listed having Amtrak and the air flights available as a strength, as well as the availability of a local taxi service, the Burlington Northern Santa Fe Railway and having two international ports of entry into Canada within a relatively short distance. Some other strengths listed included having multiple car dealerships and two major farm implement dealerships in the area, the improvements made to 1st Street and 5th Avenue, the improvements made at the airport terminal,... (Havre Daily News, MT)
Tundra receives a rival bid Apr 28, 2009
OTTAWA Tundra Semiconductor Corp. says it has received a superior bid from Integrated Device Technology Inc. that tops a rival cash and share offer from Gennum Corp., a Burlington, Ont. -based microelectronics company. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
GM could become leaner, US government company Apr 28, 2009
David Westcott, a Burlington, North Carolina, Pontiac dealer who also holds Buick, GMC and Suzuki franchises, was saddened, but not surprised. "The bad thing is they make some great, great products," said Westcott, who has been selling Pontiacs for more than a decade. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Oil-change franchisee needs a turbo boost Apr 20, 2009
He started small, with garages and then service stations, and over the course of six years has acquired exclusive regional franchisee rights for 10 Jiffy Lubes in Brampton, Mississauga, Oakville and Burlington that together employ 110 people ... Bill Bhangal owns 10 Jiffy Lube franchises in Brampton, Mississauga, Oakville and Burlington, Ont. (Globe and Mail)
Clearford Announces Strategic Alliance to Deliver Integrated Water Management Solutions Apr 20, 2009
About Aslan Technologies Established in 1992 and based in Burlington, Ontario, Aslan Technologies is a design and manufacturing company serving the chemical and water treatment industries. Drinking water installations include numerous resort, residential communities, and golf clubhouse facilities in Ontario - including Barrie Golf King Valley Estates, King Valley Golf Emerald Hills Estates, Emerald Hills Golf Kingsview Estates, The Estates of Wyndance, and the Marriot "Red Leaves" Development. (Canada Newswire)
Strangers helping strangers Apr 19, 2009
Now in Toronto, Mississauga, Burlington, Ont. and Vancouver, and expanding. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Seaside or cities, hill or dale, all fun runs Apr 19, 2009
The course starts in Battery Park in Burlington. It's a beautiful route, with views of both the Green Mountains of Vermont and the Adirondacks of New York. (Boston Globe)
Gennum sweetens bid for Tundra Apr 18, 2009
5 million shares under the deal, the Burlington, Ont. company is expected to have about 45. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Spencer Smith Park in Burlington, O... Apr 16, 2009
Spencer Smith Park in Burlington, Ontario: The History of A Major Attraction in the City ... Spencer Smith Park in Burlington, Ontario ... Spencer Smith Park in Burlington, Ontario. (Suite101.com)
At state DNR springhearings, opinions count Apr 16, 2009
Kevin Anderson of Burlington said he wasn't surprised ... "It would be nice to extend the hunting to later in the year.''State biologists, though, can't hold the season much later because of concerns of harvesting the migrating MVP birds."This proposal might not be as much as we want, but it's about all we can ask for right now," said Art Nabor of Burlington.The proposal would create two zones in the state. Racine County would remain in Subzone A, where the daily bag limit is five birds.In... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Obama vows to fight piracy Apr 14, 2009
Enter the city, then press Submit. Visit the to get the latest temperatures. (Globe and Mail)
IKEA Canada to Ban Plastic Bags Apr 14, 2009
BURLINGTON, ON, April 14 /CNW/ - In October 2007 IKEA Canada introduced its 'Bag the Bag' program with an aim of reducing plastic bag consumption by 50 per cent, from 25 million to 12. 5 million bags in " /> / / / / / / / April 14, 2009 QUICK SEARCH BY ORGANIZATION HOT TOPICS NEWS & INFORMATION: FREE SUBSCRIPTION SERVICES: TOOLS FOR: RESOURCES: > > > Attention News Editors: IKEA Canada to Ban Plastic Bags > BURLINGTON, ON, April 14 /CNW/ - In October 2007 IKEA Canada introduced its "Bag the Bag"... (Canada Newswire)
Ottawa unveils first infrastructure spending projects Apr 9, 2009
The money will go to repairing and making public buildings accessible to the handicapped and to repair government-owned bridges in Kingston, Burlington and Ottawa-Gatineau. The government is also spending $2-million on planning for the historic Le Manege military complex in Quebec City, which was destroyed by fire in 2008. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Strong Canadian Results for COGECO Despite a Non-Cash Impairment in its European Cable Operations Intangible Assets Apr 9, 2009
Cable revenue, driven by an increased number of RGU combined with rate increases and the acquisition of MaXess Networx, FibreWired Burlington Hydro Communications and Cogeco Data Services (the "recent acquisitions") in the second half of fiscal 2008 in Canadian operations, and by the appreciation of the Euro over the Canadian dollar in European operations, went up by $39 ... Driven by an increased number of RGU combined with rate increases and the acquisition of MaXess Networx, FibreWired... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Read the 'Cost of Freedom' recap Apr 7, 2009
Charles Payne: Burlington Northern ( ). Adam Lashinsky: American Water ( ). (Fox News)
Going for gold on nickels & dimes Apr 7, 2009
That's become clear to teams such as the Fury and the Burlington Twist, another Toronto-area soccer team planning to travel halfway around the world in a bid to win gold for Canada. The 30- to 39-year-old Twist players want to qualify for the elite competition, but they'll each have to bear more of the cost than anticipated, said team representative Danielle Alderman. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Poehler for president Apr 6, 2009
She was born and raised in Burlington, Mass. the daughter of public-schoolteacher parents, who took an active interest in local politics. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
Vermont House prepares for gay marriage bill veto Apr 5, 2009
Sonny Audette, D-South Burlington, said he would do so out of anger at what he termed a lack of respect for the Democratic-controlled House by Republican Gov. Jim Douglas ... David Zuckerman of Burlington, who is a member of the Progressive Party, noted the bill got 95 votes on Thursday. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
People in Business Apr 4, 2009
Cathy Maas has been appointed medical social worker at Midwest HomeCare in Burlington. Maas has over 12 years of experience in acute care with emphasis in resource coordination, grief support, crisis intervention, patient advocacy and financial counseling. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
With RRIFs, get it right the first time Apr 4, 2009
Whether markets are good or bad, it doesn't matter, said Mr. Andreana, a partner at Continuum II Inc. in Burlington, Ont. The cash is there and you can always live on that. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Pay cuts for Maple Leaf chiefs Apr 3, 2009
On Thursday, the company said it was postponing the planned sale of its pork processing plant in Burlington, Ont ... "There is no immediate urgency to selling the Burlington business. It is an efficient and profitable business and we want to ensure we negotiate an offer that recognizes the appropriate value for the business and meets the expectations of our shareholders." ... Maple Leaf Foods decided to sell the Burlington pork plant in late 2006 as the company refocused its business on... (Globe and Mail -- Business)
It's your call, kid Apr 2, 2009
But at no point did her mother try to make Savannah stop wearing it, says Ms. Leavey, who lives in Burlington, Ont ... According to Ms. Leavey of Burlington, using consensual living with small children is a time-consuming process, but the principles are equally well suited to children and adults. (Globe and Mail)
As election looms, new revelations about BC Rail stir up waters Mar 28, 2009
So did Burlington Northern for the same reason. It was long suspected, but never proved, that Mr. Kinsella was working as a lobbyist or consultant for CN during the bid process. (Globe and Mail)
Metro Canada Implements Mediaspectrum AdWatch Mar 28, 2009
NEW YORK Mediaspectrum, Burlington, Mass. has deployed its AdWatch content-management platform at free-paper publisher Metro International. (MediaWeek.com)
Richardson death revives helmet debate Mar 24, 2009
But research shows wearing a helmet decreases the likelihood of having a head injury by 40 to 60 percent, said Dr. Robert Williams, associate professor of anesthesia and pediatrics at Fletcher Allen Health Care in Burlington, Vt. "There's no downside at all to wearing a helmet," he said. (Montana Standard, MT)
Prentice renews funding for UN water monitoring program Mar 22, 2009
The system is based in Burlington, Ont. and tracks temperatures, metal content and other trends in inland water quality from 2,700 monitoring stations around the world. (Globe and Mail)
Updated: Gennum to acquire Tundra Semi for $86 mln Mar 21, 2009
1575 common shares of (Burlington, Ontario), the companies said. A total of $55 million cash and 8 million common shares of Gennum will be issued to holders of Tundra common shares. (EETimes)
Gennum Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire Tundra Semiconductor Mar 20, 2009
BURLINGTON and OTTAWA, ON, March 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ - Gennum Corporation (TSX: GND) and Tundra Semiconductor Corporation (TSX: TUN) today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement providing for the acquisition by Gennum of all of the issued and outstanding shares of Tundra, a supplier of system interconnect products and intellectual property (IP) to the world's leading communications, computing and storage companies ... An award winner for advances in high definition (HD)... (PR Newswire)
Quebec woman injured in bus crash returns home Mar 20, 2009
Karen and Jim Lait, a couple from Burlington, Ont. who were injured in the crash, are still recovering in another Mexican hospital. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Quebec woman injured in Mexico mourns loss of husband Mar 19, 2009
Karen Lait, 58, and her husband Jim, 60, of Burlington, Ont. were recovering at Hospital Muguerza, also in Saltillo. (Globe and Mail)
Police and Fire Mar 19, 2009
The Burlington Police Department Drug Unit arrested three men in connection with an alleged heroin distribution business run from a house in Burlington. Thu Feb 19, 2009, 03:21 PM EST. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Mexican tour turns tragic; 3 Canadians killed Mar 18, 2009
Among the injured were Karen and Jim Lait of Burlington, Ont. The couple retired about five years ago. (Globe and Mail)
How to Cope With Having a Heavier Workload Revealed by Hale Dwoskin, Featured Teacher in "The Secret" Mar 15, 2009
"Research shows that increased workloads and time demands are huge in terms of stress on the employee, and stress has many negative effects on just about any health condition," Leah Van Ooyen, manager of workplace health and wellness for Connex Health in Burlington, Ontario told The Globe and Mail. "Even just experiencing stress can drive productivity down if people feel overwhelmed.". (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
First-time buyers driving force in Canada's residential real estate markets, says RE/MAX Mar 11, 2009
Thomas, Niagara Falls, Mississauga, Metro Toronto, Northern GTA, Kingston, Windsor, Hamilton-Burlington, Barrie, and Halifax-Dartmouth ... More than two-thirds (71 per cent) offered condominiums starting under $200,000, (Moncton, Fredericton, Halifax-Dartmouth, Sudbury, North Bay, Peterborough, Mississauga, Burlington, Niagara Falls, St. Catharines, Kitchener-Waterloo, London, Windsor, Surrey, Chilliwack, Victoria, Kelowna, Edmonton, Saskatoon, Regina, and Winnipeg). (Canada Newswire)
Maple-Syrup Cocktails Join Beyonce Diet to Push Vermont Cost to $70-Gallon Mar 11, 2009
Maple syrup already was removed from tables at the Penny Cluse Cafe in Burlington, where owner Charles Reeves kept it with other condiments. Now he serves syrup only when French toast or pancakes are ordered, and the rising cost is factored into the price of those dishes. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
Home, leisure show coming Saturday Mar 10, 2009
New vendors this year are Keokuk Area Hospital of Keokuk, blood pressure; Pampered Chef of Carthage, cooking; Vinson Photography of Keokuk, portraits; Procut Concrete Sawing Service of West Burlington, egress windows and basement waterproofing; Ralph and Marsha Froman of Hamilton, woodworking, furniture making and gift items; Floor Trends Inc., floor coverings; Roquette America, Inc., of Keokuk; Hawkins Tree Removal of Keokuk, tree removal and trimming; and Green Planet Systems of Mount... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Recalling when snow was fun for all Mar 8, 2009
Rich Caplan is a Burlington resident and regular contributor ... This Wicked Local sitesponsored by: Burlington Union, P.O. Box 9191, Concord, Massachusetts 01742. (Burlington Union, MA)
Campbell haunted by BC Rail deal Mar 8, 2009
By that fall, however, Mr. Campbell was meeting with officials from other railways, including Matthew Rose, president of Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corp., which would later become a bidder along with another U.S. company, OmniTRAX. ... After issuing a request for proposals for BC Rail's freight division, in May, 2003, the government studied bids from CN, CP and a combined offer from OmniTRAX-Burlington Northern Santa Fe ... "Our dismay arises because of the lack of fairness in which the... (Globe and Mail)
Shabbat across America at Temple Emmanuel Mar 4, 2009
Temple members gather from many North Shore communities such as Wakefield, Melrose, Reading, Wilmington, Stoneham, Lynnfield, Woburn, Burlington, Bedford, and Billerica. Hundreds of Synagogues across the United States and Canada will take part in an historic national Jewish event to celebrate what unifies all Jewish people, Shabbat. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
LeMaitre Vascular Q4 2008 Sales Up 9% to $12.1 Million; Op. Profit of $354,000 Mar 4, 2009
LeMaitre Vascular Q4 2008 Sales Up 9% to $12. Profit of $354,000: Financial News - Yahoo. (Primezone Releases)
She sings like a force of nature Mar 4, 2009
Case sings a lot about animals and nature because that's a big part of the world as she knows it directly, whether in the scrubby desert land near her house in Tucson, or in the woods surrounding her place near Burlington, Vt. the fairy-tale forest, she calls it, recalling the much more imposing forests on the West Coast where she grew up, an only child in a house bursting with dogs, and where she later attended art school (at Vancouver's Emily Carr University of Art and Design). (Globe and Mail)
The rights wheel of fortune Mar 3, 2009
He runs Gator Ted's, a popular family restaurant and sports bar in Burlington, Ont. A medical-marijuana smoker liked to lurk around the doorway, self-medicating. (Globe and Mail)
Racine's lakefront draws birds Mar 3, 2009
BY ANDY JOHNSON Burlington Bureau. RACINE COUNTY Like house guests overstaying their welcome, the Canada geese who call Racine County parks home are creating a myriad of problems, including excessive goose droppings, overgrazing on vegetation and aggressive behavior toward people. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Losing the joy of having a life Mar 3, 2009
"Research shows that increased workloads and time demands are huge in terms of stress on the employee and stress has many negative effects on just about any health condition," says Leah Van Ooyen, manager of workplace health and wellness for Connex Health in Burlington, Ont. Stress not only increases risk of developing cancer and cardiovascular disease, it can also depress your immune system, she adds. (Globe and Mail)
Secret draft highlights Toronto agency's strategy Feb 28, 2009
"Those are not my words," Mr. MacIsaac, a former mayor of Burlington, said yesterday in an interview, stressing that the document never became official Metrolinx policy. "The document itself was a think piece. It has no status. It never went to the board," he said. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Got it licked Feb 27, 2009
MGibbs, Burlington, VT, USA. "How do you know that?" people ask me sometimes when a question about geography pops up. (BBC News -- Europe)
UW-Parkside Dean's List Feb 27, 2009
Jonathan Blocher, 200 Parkview Drive, Burlington; Carla A. Castellano, 2613 Orchard St.; Christine J. Connaughton, 936 Lathrop Ave.; Martin P. Defatte, 1616 Villa St.; Christine M. Donalies, 453 Lombard Ave.; Jay M. Felton, 2302 Rivershore Drive; Ryan A. Fiegel, 2914 Winthrop Ave.; Kenneth A. Fought, 3353 Ninth Ave.; Dale E. Frampton, 2425 Dwight St.; Sarah N. Funk, 295 11th Ave., Union Grove; Michelle A. Gehring, 1942 Harriet St.; Elizabeth J. George, 1057 Cardinal Court. Union Grove; Michelle... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Glutenfreeda Foods, Inc. Recalls Peanut Envy Frozen Cookie Dough Because of Possible Health Risk Feb 26, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- February 24, 2009 -- Glutenfreeda Foods, Inc. of Burlington, Washington is recalling all PEANUT ENVY FROZEN COOKIE DOUGH because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The product was manufactured using peanuts/peanut products recalled by Peanut Corporation of American because they may be contaminated with Salmonella. (U.S. Food and Drug Administration -- Alerts)
More than 30 Canadian Physicians Are Donate a Day For Africa Feb 24, 2009
Dr. Vance Pegado, a physician-based in Burlington, Ontario who donated a day of his income last year, believes that the World Health Day Challenge is an effective way to reach out to communities in rural Africa. "Always having said that I would give back when I could and finally having done so last year, it was a wonderful feeling," says Dr. Pegado. (Canada Newswire)
Recall highlights Feb 20, 2009
Scope: The product was sold at juvenile product and mass merchandise stores nationwide, including Toys "R" Us and Burlington Baby Depot, from October 2006 through this month. Details: exersaucertriplefun. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Barack Obama Visits Canada Feb 20, 2009
In an article entitled Obama, Jean share animated airport encounter, Star reporter Stephen Thorne reports that the Obama family made a trip the Burlington, Ontario and Niagara Falls on a trip to a family wedding in 2004. The copyright of the article Barack Obama Visits Canada in is owned by. (Suite101.com)
Do Canadians Love Obama More Than They Resent America? Feb 20, 2009
Bush disappointed here againbut President Obama's is from Burlington, Ontario. Finally, there is the attempt by Canadian institutions to steal some of the presidential limelight. (Slate)
Evenflo Recalls Activity Centers For Fall Risk Feb 19, 2009
The activity centers were sold at stores nationwide, including Toys 'R Us and Burlington Baby Depot, from October 2006 through February 2009 for about $120. If you own one of the activity centers, stop using it in Stage 3 and contact Evenflo to receive a free replacement end cap. (KSBW 8, CA)
Obama's CBC interview Feb 18, 2009
Most recently it was to visit my brother-in-law's family who was from Burlington right outside of Toronto. Look, I think that Canada is one of the most impressive countries in the world, the way it has managed a diverse population, a migrant economy. (Globe and Mail)
