Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Nov 6, 2009
"Now we see lasagne with meatballs on top; ice cream with cookies, brownies, and candy mixed in; bacon cheeseburger pizzas, buffalo-chicken-stuffed quesadillas, and other hybrid horribles that are seemingly designed to promote obesity, heart disease, and stroke.". Huge calorie counts. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
Sue Scheible: Choosing a final resting spot Nov 5, 2009
Some put candy in the grave because their loved one had to be on a diet. My dad played tenor sax in college; I could have brought a CD player or even a tenor sax player, if I could find one, but I chose the simplest route. (Wakefield Observer, MA)
Obama explains 6th grader's test challenges Nov 5, 2009
It's the ultimate trick-or-treating treasure, that one house on the block that offers the coolest candy and surprises galore. This year it's the big gated place on Pennsylvania Avenue, No. 1600. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Local doctors create weight-loss phone app Nov 5, 2009
Items high in carbohydrates and fat will be rated lower, such as candy, butter and most packaged cereals. The system also considers serving size. (AZCentral -- Business)
Hazard in plain sight? 'Crossover products' may help hook kids on smoking, drugs Nov 5, 2009
When North Shore Tobacco Control Officer Joyce Redford approaches a convenience store checkout counter, her eyes look past the barrage of colors of candy, gum packets, lottery tickets, knickknacks and lighters ... Take a walk into the 7-11 store in Marblehead, and here is what you will find: grinders (small metal contraptions that are used to grind up tobacco or drugs), pipes, hookah pipes for smoking specially made flavored tobacco, flavored chewing tobacco, boxes of blunt wraps (tobacco-based... (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Care packages set up for local Guardsmen Nov 5, 2009
Moore plans to make available a list of items appropriate for shipment, such as jerky, snack chips, hard candy, energy drinks and powdered drink mixes. She said the local Guardsmen with the 211th Engineer Company have access to a microwave oven, allowing them to heat microwave popcorn and microwaveable meals. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
COOK/Veterinarian grew up on dairy farm Nov 5, 2009
Mamaw Tag's Cornflake Candy. 1 cup sugar. (Philadelphia Neshoba Democrat, MS)
Sleeping-pill users face kitchen chaos as they binge eat in sleep Nov 5, 2009
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Council of Clubs needs donations for holiday baskets program Nov 5, 2009
Every basket includes a 16- to 20-pound frozen turkey, stuffing, potatoes, apples, apple juice, apple pie, bread, canned yams, canned cranberry sauce, canned corn, nuts, candy, and a two-liter bottle of both Pepsi and Diet Pepsi. The number of baskets distributed varies based on the number of people given to us by the various agencies, but it s usually between 85-100 baskets for each holiday, Bellavia said. (Wakefield Observer, MA)
Correction: PTA co-organizes Horribles Parade Nov 5, 2009
The PTA sold hot dogs as a fundraiser, the Erie Four Fire Association provided the cotton candy and there were several brownie troops selling baked items, along with parents of the fifth grade class at Penn Brook selling candy to raise money for the fifth grade s yearly celebration. Other attendees were the Kiwanis Club, Jonny s Ice Cream Truck, and more. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Hanover column: Little things have been bugging me lately Nov 5, 2009
While the group of us handed out candy from my parents porch in Weymouth, a huge spider looked down upon us from the rafters above. I m not making this up. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
* Buffetts Berkshire buying Burlington Northern Railroad Nov 5, 2009
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* Kraft still wants Cadbury as profit for Q3 declines Nov 5, 2009
Kraft Foods Inc is still interested in acquiring Cadbury PLC but plans to deliver solid results with or without the British candy maker, Kraft said on Tuesday. Kraft has little time left to make a firm offer for Cadbury. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Tewksbury local aid slashed Nov 5, 2009
Selectman Scott Wilson thanked the residents who donated to the Treats for Troops, as they gathered over 500 pounds of candy. Wilson recognized Marie Sweeney for receiving the lifetime achievement award for volunteering in communities throughout Middlesex County by Community Teamwork in Lowell, at a recent Local Heroes award dinner. (Tewksbury Advocate, MA)
Things to do Nov 5, 2009
Got Halloween candy leftovers. Of course you do. (Pensacola News Journal)
I Have to Tell You . . . Nov 5, 2009
The four youngsters, dressed in Halloween costumes, wanted to be the first in line for the trek around the city park circle to the Spookfest exhibits, haunted houses and plain old candy giveaway booths ... This is where organizers usually hand out candy apples in an unscientific attempt to count the number of trick-or-treaters ... For this event alone, the sponsors spent $7,500 for candy. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Several local events set for Halloween Nov 5, 2009
There will be lots of candy and games and the AHBC Women s group will host a snack stand with fajita taco and drink combos for $2. A costume contests will be held at 7 p.m. for preschoolers, 7:30 p.m. for first through third grades and 8 p.m. for fourth through sixth grades. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Armstrong Creek to host haunted house, Boo Zoo Nov 5, 2009
When collecting candy doesnt seem to be enough and thrill-seekers who have outgrown trick or treating need to fill that adrenaline rush brought on by fear and fright and all things ghoulish, two places offer Halloween thrills and chills for all ages this weekend. ADVERTISEMENT. (Forest Republican, WI)
Oct. 30 Spooktacular was a big success Nov 5, 2009
More than 300 bags of candy were handed out in addition to hundreds of pounds of candy and thousands of prizes. The next Dispatch event will be Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, November 28. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Run, trick or party your way to the nearest Halloween activity Nov 5, 2009
The Powder River Symphony is offering a fun way to burn empty calories that come in candy ... Since 1988, Treat Street has provided a safe, indoor place for trick-or-treaters to gather up candy ... The Campbell County Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation Services are making things easier by filling car trunks full of candy. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Gaylords landmark restaurant: Sugar Bowl celebrates its 90th anniversary Nov 4, 2009
This landmark restaurant was purchased for 2,000, with 500 down, by George Doumas in 1919 as a candy store and sweets shop ... Eventually they started serving light lunches until finally they converted the candy store into a full-service restaurant. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
13 leases announced at Block 37 Nov 4, 2009
iCandylicious has leased 1,600 square feet in the pedway for a candy store. LOccitane en Provence has leased 750 square feet for a store to sell bath, body and skin-care products. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Courthouse nepotism more myth than fact Nov 4, 2009
Heck, there's even a basket of candy. Sure don't miss the sour pusses at Platte Co. Court House go polk county re Nov 2, 2009 3:07 PM i used to deal with the polk couty courthouse and now have to work with the schuyler courthouse once in a while. (Fremont Tribune, NE)
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The troops often pass out toys and candy they receive to the children of the country they are in. Were hoping to send 100 stockings this year, Meyer said. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
How Georgia Tech can play for the BCS title Nov 4, 2009
Dogs should wear candy cane socks and jerseys this weekend. Big Time. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The Parenting Place Nov 4, 2009
teacher1 wrote on Nov 1, 2009 6:51 PM:" Lucky you!!! We had FOUR trick or treaters!!! I was really bummed...was hoping for more. Of course my husband is enjoying the candy. We took our little guy out, just to a couple of the neighbors, but he was so excited. I was worried that he would get nervous and shy, but he was his usual charming self. It amazes me every day how big and independent he is getting. Did want us to help him carry his treat bucket at all. We live on a dead end street so we were... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Nov 4, 2009
"Now we see lasagne with meatballs on top; ice cream with cookies, brownies, and candy mixed in; bacon cheeseburger pizzas, buffalo-chicken-stuffed quesadillas, and other hybrid horribles that are seemingly designed to promote obesity, heart disease, and stroke.". Huge calorie counts. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
From the Editor's Desk: This is why Hanford is home Nov 4, 2009
After a restful weekend that left me with a full bucket of candy after the solitary group of trick-or-treaters knocked on my door Saturday evening, it was back to work. I was eager to see how our office renovation was going, and if my office had its new window. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
In unusual times, stores do the usual Nov 4, 2009
Black Friday comes earlyEven while Americans are still munching on candy and taking down the Halloween decorations, retailers already are girding for what is expected to be an intense battle for fewer customer dollars. Big-box leaders Wal-Mart and Target have announced plans to drop prices on a wide range of items, from toys to food. (MSNBC -- Business)
Personal hygiene 1st line of defense Nov 4, 2009
Everyday items -- a dish of candy corn, doorknobs and shopping cart handles -- have become suspect. A new way of covering your cough is being promulgated: into the crook of your elbow traps germs in fabric, which is much better than coughing into your hand. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Necco Goes All-Natural Nov 4, 2009
All-natural may be all the rage in the food world, but will candy lovers have a sweet tooth for beet juice and purple cabbage ... The 162-year-old Massachusetts company is taking its venerable Necco Wafers all-natural, making them the largest mass-produced candy line in the U.S. to shed artificial flavoring and colors ... "Kids aren't going to go 'Yippee! It's all natural!' but they might say to their parents ... 'Look, it's all natural, it's right on the package!"' said Steve Almond, author of... (Fox News)
Michelle Takes First Tweens to Miley Cyrus Concert... Nov 4, 2009
Party in the U.S.A' for First Tweens - Political Punch. Political Punch Power, pop, and probings from ABC News Senior White House Correspondent Jake Tapper. (The Drudge Report)
Open letter to Scholastic Book Fair Nov 4, 2009
The fair, blind answer is, nope; everything is just fine and dandy as candy. Well alrighty then. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Are you already working on Christmas? Nov 4, 2009
I was dismayed when I went to Kroger and they had all their Christmas candy and displays up ... One thing I did last year, that was neat, and will probably do again this year is I mixed in a little peppermint flavoring in the icing for the candy cane-shaped cookies ... I always sign and address my Christmas cards Halloween night as I give out candy to the neighborhood kids. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Kraft Profit Falls but Co. Raises Outlook for Year Nov 4, 2009
Kraft Foods Inc. is still interested in acquiring Cadbury PLC but plans to deliver solid results with or without the British candy maker, Kraft said Tuesday. FILE - In this Feb. 2, 2009 file photo, Kraft Foods Macaroni e dinners are seen on display at. (ABC News -- Wire)
Why the rush to Christmas? Nov 4, 2009
We made homemade candy apples, popcorn balls and fudge wrapped individually to hand out to the kids that came to the door. We of course also had all kinds of candy in case the kids wanted a Snickers, Baby Ruth or jelly beans ... I would count the candy apples, and when there were only two or three left I would turn out the porch light. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Kellogg's Immunity Claims Draw Fire Nov 4, 2009
Poptarts, sugary cereal, chips candy and soda are not health food, they never will be health food don't market them like they are. It's ok to once and a while have a cookie but it shouldn't be an everyday thing and defiantly not as an entire meal, despite what Kraft, Kellogg, Cadbury, Hershey, Hostess, General Mills etc etc would have you believe. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Inexpensive Corporate Holiday Parti... Nov 3, 2009
Bowls of candy can be an inexpensive and fun centerpiece option to replace large floral displays. One idea for an informal party is to have a craft corner at the party where guests can make their own ornaments and decorations to hang on trees and walls around the venue. (Suite101.com)
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Downtown Los Angeles Goes Crazy for Halloween This Year. Flea's Music School Party at Union Station. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Downtown Los Angeles Goes Crazy for Halloween This Year Nov 3, 2009
Flea's Music School Party at Union Station. Photo by Gary Leonard. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Family Meals Matter: Celebrate fall foods with these warm family meals Nov 3, 2009
Family Meals Matter: Give your kids a healthy meal before the big candy haul. Halloween is synonymous with candy and sugary sweets, but it's also a great time to teach your family the "trick" to balancing the gooey candy they love with healthy Halloween eating ... Serving a balanced meal before heading out to Halloween festivities will help keep your ghouls from gobbling up all their candy before they get home. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Armstrong Creek to host haunted house, Boo Zoo Nov 3, 2009
When collecting candy doesnt seem to be enough and thrill-seekers who have outgrown trick or treating need to fill that adrenaline rush brought on by fear and fright and all things ghoulish, two places offer Halloween thrills and chills for all ages this weekend. ADVERTISEMENT. (Forest Republican, WI)
Run, trick or party your way to the nearest Halloween activity Nov 3, 2009
The Powder River Symphony is offering a fun way to burn empty calories that come in candy ... Since 1988, Treat Street has provided a safe, indoor place for trick-or-treaters to gather up candy ... The Campbell County Memorial Hospital Rehabilitation Services are making things easier by filling car trunks full of candy. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Kids trade candy for dentists' cash Nov 3, 2009
PORT ORANGE -- Children arrived at the front door of the office Monday with bags of Halloween candy in hand ... It was part of a special candy-conversion rate of a dollar per pound down at the Barnes & McDonnell Pediatric Dentistry office on Reed Canal Road ... "Money is better than candy.". (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Bulletin Board Nov 3, 2009
HOLIDAY FAIR. South Congregational Church, 1075 Washington St., Friday Nov. 6, from 5:30 8 p.m., and Saturday Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Friday, German fest dinner, Saturday, early bird breakfast 8 a.m., lunch noon 2 p.m. Both days: Silent Auction, White Elephant, Cabot cheese, baked goods, pies, cookies, breads, homemade candy, knit & crochet items, heirloom treasures, gift baskets, holiday ideas more. HOLIDAY FAIR AT FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH. 12 Elm St., Saturday, Nov. 7, 9 a.m. 2 p.m. Gift... (Braintree Forum, MA)
Targeting bad food choices Nov 3, 2009
" he asked. "We don't let children take candy from strangers but we let strangers into our children's lives to sell them candy. "Last year, Gov. David Paterson proposed a 18 percent tax on soda, but it was strongly opposed and eliminated from the budget. Daines said the concept has received a lot of attention and support in the national public health world. He was not sure Paterson would propose it again in next year's budget.However, Daines said, "It is an idea that is not going away. (Albany Times Union)
Road hazards ahead Nov 3, 2009
Here I always look cautiously to my right, into Jermaine Goffigan Park, named after the 9-year-old who was shot and killed there in 1994 while counting his Halloween candy. In a terrible coincidence eight years later, a gang member named Joseph Cousin aimed his shotgun out of a car at a rival gang member, missed his target, and killed 10-year-old Trina Persad. (Boston Globe)
Watchdog blasts 'X-treme Eating' Nov 3, 2009
"Now we see lasagne with meatballs on top; ice cream with cookies, brownies, and candy mixed in; bacon cheeseburger pizzas, buffalo-chicken-stuffed quesadillas, and other hybrid horribles that are seemingly designed to promote obesity, heart disease, and stroke.". Huge calorie counts. (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
- El Centro haunted house scares for a good cause Nov 3, 2009
It offers a safe place for children to come, get some candy and go through a haunted house, she said. At least they have something to come look at and get scared before Halloween, she said. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Fall dinners Nov 3, 2009
The trouble with dinner on Halloween is you need to compete with gobs and gobs of candy ... Eats, then treats: Try this simple meal before trick-or-treating By Susan M. Selasky of The Detroit Free Press Candy ... Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, leaving more time to prepare dinner before trick-or-treating begins and the kids dive into their candy. (Montana Standard, MT)
Christmas Parade Tips for Families Nov 3, 2009
They are also very excited when there is candy or other small toys handed out during the parade. Explain to kids that they can wave, cheer, clap and sing from where they are, but they cannot join the parade or run out to get candy. (Suite101.com)
Bedside Manner Nov 3, 2009
And she made me take the candy home. I have hidden it to keep that child from bouncing off the walls. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
How often are you getting out? Nov 3, 2009
It s more like making candy. You melt the soap add a scent and possibly a color then pour it into molds to set. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Michigan's Grand Marais also an interesting place to visit Nov 3, 2009
Let s have a good time, but let s be sure the ghosts, goblins, pirates, princesses and more have nothing more serious with which to contend than perhaps eating too much candy. WILL CHAPMAN is publisher of The Daily Iberian. (New Iberia, LA)
Lolita Carns Nov 3, 2009
Lolita is survived by her mother, Viola TeSoro, Williston; her husband, Dennis, Williston; her daughters, Sara Jayne and Natasha Marie, Williston and Vanessa Leigh, Minot; her brothers and their wives and families, Jamie Jr. and Candy TeSoro, Williston, Ray and Sherri TeSoro, Lolo, Mont. and Miles and LaDonna Allard, Fort Yates. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Dentist Buying Back Candy For Cash Nov 3, 2009
Children Can Sell Candy For $1 Per Pound; Other Perks Up For Grabs ... -- There's only so much candy a child can eat after a busy evening of trick or treats ... This year, having leftovers can pay off with Cash for Candy. (News4Jax.com, FL)
Tips on how to get busted when smoking pot Nov 3, 2009
If you ever hear anything about weed, you ll know that you ll laugh until you piss your pants, eat ALL the candy around you, get horny, creative and after everything else, SLEEPY.. Tony. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Sleeping-pill users face kitchen chaos as they binge eat in sleep Nov 3, 2009
box").removeAttr("style"); }); }); The problems of overweight Americans are usually ascribed to poor diet and a lack of exercise. But new research suggests another possible culprit: the country's addiction to sleeping pills, the most popular of which may cause some people to binge eat in their sleep. The drug in question is Ambien, manufactured by the French company Sanofi-Aventis, for which 26 million prescriptions were written by American doctors last year. Alas, according to two separate... (Yahoo News -- Sleep and Sleep Disorders)
Ohio woman hopes trick-or-treater may find ring Nov 3, 2009
Although the holiday originated with Europe's Celtic pagans to mark the end of summer - typically celebrated by bonfires to ward off evil spirits and children disguised as spirits of the underworld - it has only been recently that British stores have swelled with Halloween stock and trick-or-treaters have canvassed streets for candy ... A woman in suburban Cincinnati said she thinks she may have lost her wedding ring when she was tossing candy into trick or treaters' bags on Halloween ...... (Fresno Bee)
Ellen Sussman | Special to the Green Valley NewsMarianne Cobarrubias, left, and Peggy McGee prepare Vegetarian Mexican Chili Beans with Soy Chorizo.\0\0 Nov 3, 2009
Six sections divided into appetizers and beverages, soups and salads, vegetables and side dishes, main dishes, breads and rolls, desserts, and cookies and candy ensure there s plenty to choose from for every appetite and taste. There are enough fresh recipes in this collection to impress home gourmands, fussy epicureans and plain folks who just love to try something new. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Flu vaccine woes Nov 2, 2009
Some health care sources suggest that children engaging in Halloween trick-or-treating accept only candy that is individually wrapped, and be sure to wash any fruit they are given. Those offering treats should place candy in childrens bags rather than allowing them to reach in ... As a precaution, children should wash their hands before eating Halloween candy. (Cody Enterprise, WY)
The Parenting Place Nov 2, 2009
teacher1 wrote on Nov 1, 2009 6:51 PM:" Lucky you!!! We had FOUR trick or treaters!!! I was really bummed...was hoping for more. Of course my husband is enjoying the candy. We took our little guy out, just to a couple of the neighbors, but he was so excited. I was worried that he would get nervous and shy, but he was his usual charming self. It amazes me every day how big and independent he is getting. Did want us to help him carry his treat bucket at all. We live on a dead end street so we were... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Halloween Happenings Nov 2, 2009
Halloween at the Pony Village Mall 4-8 p.m., trick or treating, free cotton candy, cake, walk; 6:30 p.m., costume contest ... Games, crafts, candy and more. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Halloween fever all over the world Nov 2, 2009
HALLOWEEN is over, folks, so wash off your scary make-up, put away the fancy costumes and try not to eat all your candy booty in one sitting ... President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama handing out candy at the White House. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Obamas greet 'treaters, military families Nov 2, 2009
The presidential couple spent about half an hour handing out candy on their first Halloween in the White House. MANUEL BALCE CENETA | Associated Press. (Honolulu Advertiser)
