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Monday, May 21, 2012

Helicopter crew finds missing woman

PUNTA GORDA — Deputies in a helicopter found a Tampa woman who had been missing since Thursday, sheriff’s officials reported late Sunday night. Officers spotted Ellen Anne Quinlan at 9:20 p.m. in a wooded area off Riverside Drive, near Roy and Wilson streets, east of Punta Gorda and south of … Find out how to read more online.

LATEST LOCAL NEWS

Film crew shoots thriller in Punta Gorda
Mon May 21 2012 02:30PM

PUNTA GORDA — A landmark estate in historic downtown Punta Gorda was the scene of a crime Sunday morning. Passersby might have been frightened by the sounds of a struggle … Find out how to read more online.

Plant lovers find beauty, variety at Hibiscus Festival
Mon May 21 2012 08:01AM

PUNTA GORDA — Most people come to the Hibiscus Festival just to soak in the beauty of the flowers. Once they get to the festival, which was held this weekend … Find out how to read more online.

Bread of Life Mission’s hope in resident’s hands
Mon May 21 2012 08:01AM

PUNTA GORDA — Judy Jones, the founder of the Bread of Life Mission, is once again hoping for a miracle to save her mission from a foreclosure auction. Whether that … Find out how to read more online.

Battle of the brews
Mon May 21 2012 08:01AM

In television, we have the big three networks — ABC, NBC and CBS. As we’ve seen, lots of other programming has diversified what we watch, with specialty channels covering everything … Find out how to read more online.

State, National and World News

Munch’s ‘The Scream’ brings $119.9M at NYC auction
Thu May 3 2012 01:48PM

NEW YORK (AP) — It’s a scream that’s still reverberating around the world. One of the most iconic images in art history — Edvard Munch’s “The Scream” — has become the most expensive artwork ever sold at auction. During an … read more.

US presses China over currency in economy talks
Tue May 8 2012 04:44PM

BEIJING (AP) — U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner urged Beijing to let its tightly controlled currency strengthen and open its markets wider amid trade strains at a high-level economic dialogue Thursday. Chinese officials denied the yuan is undervalued and pressed … Find out how to read more online.

Poll: Florida up for grabs in November election
Thu May 3 2012 01:48PM

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — President Barack Obama and Republican challenger Mitt Romney could be headed for a photo finish in Florida this November, a poll released Thursday shows. Forty-four percent of 1,169 Florida voters surveyed by Quinnipiac University between April … read more.

2 beach-front mansion sales break records
Thu May 3 2012 01:48PM

NAPLES, Fla. (AP) — Two beach-front mansions in Naples recently sold for record-setting prices. Officials say one of the estates brought in $47.3 million in an all-cash deal. The other sold for $42 million. The Naples Daily News reports the … read more.

US unemployment claims hit 4-year low of 357K
Thu Apr 5 2012 09:36AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment benefits fell to a four-year low last week, suggesting employers kept hiring in March at a healthy pace. Weekly applications dropped 6,000 to a seasonally adjusted 357,000, the Labor Department … read more.

Pretrial arguments under way in Sandusky sex case
Thu Apr 5 2012 09:36AM

BELLEFONTE, Pa. (AP) — A pretrial hearing is under way for former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky in his child sex-abuse case. Judge John Cleland said at the start of Thursday’s hearing that he would not immediately rule … read more.

Syrian troops attack Damascus suburb
Thu Apr 5 2012 09:36AM

BEIRUT (AP) — Syrian troops launched a fierce assault on a Damascus suburb Thursday, days ahead of a deadline for a U.N.-brokered cease-fire, with activists describing it as one of the most violent attacks around the capital since the year-old … read more.

Gunmen attack Afghan government base, killing 10
Thu Apr 5 2012 09:36AM

KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) — Gunmen attacked an outpost of a government-sponsored militia and killed 10 members of the security force in western Afghanistan, officials said Thursday. The Taliban are targeting Afghan and NATO security forces as they fight to assert … read more.

Sales-tax collection likely in Amazon’s future
Tue May 8 2012 04:45PM

COLUMBIA, S.C. — When word emerged that Amazon.com Inc. was hunting for new warehouse sites, leaders in this business-friendly Southern state rolled out a welcome mat of tax breaks to lure the Internet retailer. Code-naming their effort “Project ASAP,” South … Find out how to read more online.

Serbian President Boris Tadic resigns
Tue May 8 2012 04:46PM

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Pro-Western Serbian President Boris Tadic said Wednesday he is resigning, paving the way for an early presidential election when he will face a strong challenge from a nationalist candidate who has Russia’s support. Serbia’s parliament speaker … Find out how to read more online.

Pakistani militant leader thumbs nose at US bounty
Tue May 8 2012 04:46PM

RAWALPINDI, Pakistan (AP) — One of Pakistan’s most notorious extremists taunted the United States during a defiant news conference close to the country’s military headquarters Wednesday, a day after the U.S. slapped a $10 million bounty on him. Hafiz Mohammad … Find out how to read more online.

Still no deaths reported in Texas tornado strikes
Tue May 8 2012 04:49PM

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The tornado hurtled toward the nursing home. Physical therapist Patti Gilroy said she saw the swirling mass barreling down through the back door, after she herded patients into the hallway in the order trained: walkers, wheelchairs, … Find out how to read more online.

Retired Fla. teacher pleads guilty in sex case
Tue Apr 3 2012 09:34AM

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — A retired Florida school teacher has pleaded guilty to traveling to Kentucky to have sex with children. Dale Chisena entered a plea Monday to one count of interstate travel to engage in sex with a person … read more.

Obama denounces ‘radical’ Republican budget plan
Tue Apr 3 2012 09:34AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — In an election-year pitch to middle-class voters, President Barack Obama is denouncing a House Republican budget plan as a “Trojan horse,” warning that it represents “an attempt to impose a radical vision on our country” that would … read more.

Report: James Murdoch to step down
Tue Apr 3 2012 09:34AM

LONDON (AP) — Media executive James Murdoch, under pressure over his role in Britain’s tabloid phone hacking scandal, is stepping down as chairman of British Sky Broadcasting, the Sky News channel reported Tuesday, Sky, the news channel of BSkyB, said … read more.

Police: Calif. shooting suspect felt disrespected
Tue Apr 3 2012 09:34AM

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — A former student of a small Christian university in California who opened fire at the school, killing at least seven people, was upset with the administration and students and was asked to leave the school several … read more.

Bill Clinton: Obama can argue he steadied economy
Mon Apr 2 2012 09:18AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Bill Clinton says he believes President Barack Obama can win re-election if he can persuade voters he steadied a shaky economy. Clinton tells ABC’s “Good Morning America” he believes likely Republican nominee Mitt Romney will … read more.

Swift caps 24 hours to remember with win at ACMs
Mon Apr 2 2012 09:16AM

There was little surprise when Taylor Swift won entertainer of the year at The Academy of Country Awards on Sunday night — except maybe in how little surprise the 22-year-old sensation showed when her name was called. Swift displayed none … read more.

Bin Laden’s relatives get short prison sentence
Mon Apr 2 2012 09:16AM

ISLAMABAD (AP) — A Pakistani court on Monday convicted Osama bin Laden’s three widows and two of his daughters of illegally entering and living in the country and sentenced them to 45 days in prison, with credit for time served, … read more.

Spirit Airlines plane makes unscheduled landing
Mon Apr 2 2012 09:16AM

ALCOA, Tenn. (AP) — A Spirit Airlines flight from Detroit to Tampa, Fla., has made an unscheduled landing at Knoxville’s airport. Airline spokeswoman Becky Huckaby told WATE-TV the landing was a precaution after the flight crew reported a problem. Spirit … read more.

Clinton, Saudi Arabia explore Syria crisis
Fri Mar 30 2012 09:24AM

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton sought to work out a unified strategy on the crisis in Syria in talks with Saudi officials on Friday as further violence stymied U.N. efforts to convince Damascus … read more.

Consumer Spending Climbs More Than Forecast
Fri Mar 30 2012 09:24AM

WASHINGTON — Consumer spending rose in February by the most in seven months, showing the biggest part of the economy is strengthening. Purchases climbed 0.8 percent, the largest gain since July, Commerce Department figures showed Friday in Washington. The median … read more.

GOP weighs changes to indefinite detention law
Fri Mar 30 2012 09:24AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — Facing a conservative backlash, House Republicans are working to change a new law that allows the indefinite detention without trial of terrorist suspects, even U.S. citizens seized within the nation’s borders. Republicans and Democratic lawmakers said this … read more.

Family of Fla. man killed by deputy files lawsuit
Fri Mar 30 2012 09:22AM

PENSACOLA (AP) — The family of an unarmed man who was shot and killed by a deputy in the Florida Panhandle has filed a wrongful death lawsuit. The lawsuit was filed this week in U.S. District Court in Pensacola by … read more.

JetBlue pilot’s unraveling baffles friends
Thu Mar 29 2012 09:26AM

RICHMOND HILL, Ga. (AP) — No one recalls JetBlue Airways captain Clayton Osbon coming unhinged before. Not the airline that let him fly for 12 years, the neighbors in his secluded waterfront community or the friends he tried selling weight-loss … read more.

US jobless claims fall to lowest level in 4 years
Thu Mar 29 2012 09:24AM

WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people seeking U.S. unemployment benefits dropped last week to the lowest level in four years, adding to evidence that the job market is strengthening. The Labor Department said Thursday that weekly unemployment benefit applications … read more.

At Hearing, Republicans Go After Obama’s Open-Mike Remark
Thu Mar 29 2012 09:22AM

WASHINGTON — The economy is the focus of the 2012 presidential race, so Republicans will have a hard time capitalizing on President Obama’s open-mike comment Monday to Russian President Dmitry Medvedev about having “flexibility” on defense issues after the election. … read more.

2 Syrian colonels gunned down in northern city
Thu Mar 29 2012 09:22AM

BEIRUT (AP) — Gunmen struck Thursday in the heart of Syria’s largest city and a stronghold of support for President Bashar Assad, killing two army colonels at a downtown roundabout in an attack that state media blamed on terrorists. Separately, … read more.

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More Local News

Technical students to attend national conference
Mon May 21 2012 02:30PM

Eight Charlotte Technical Center students will be moving on to nationals after receiving gold and silver medals earlier this month at the Florida Skills USA Skill and Leadership Conference in Pensacola. They will be attending the National Leadership and Skills … Find out how to read more online.

A prayer goes up in Punta Gorda
Mon May 21 2012 02:18PM

PUNTA GORDA — The group gathered was a mix of adults and children, African-American, white, and Hispanic. They stood in the heat of the midday sun, some under the cover of colorful umbrellas while others sought cool refuge in the … Find out how to read more online.

Cultural Center honors Rice
Mon May 21 2012 02:20PM

The Cultural Center of Charlotte County’s board of trustees honored Thomas J. Rice, chief executive officer of Fawcett Memorial Hospital, for his community leadership and support, during its annual banquet on Sunday. Rice052212g … Find out how to read more online.

Volunteers replace worn flags on veterans’ graves
Sun May 20 2012 08:01AM

ENGLEWOOD — Members of the Rotonda West VFW Ladies Auxiliary invited volunteers to spend some time replacing worn flags on veterans’ graves at the Lemon Bay Historical Cemetery Saturday, in celebration of Armed Forces Day. About a dozen members of … Find out how to read more online.

Charlotte Harbor holds 2012 commencement
Sun May 20 2012 08:01AM

Eight of nine graduates were present at the Charlotte Harbor School’s 2012 commencement exercises Friday morning in the school’s gymnasium. … Find out how to read more online.

United Way celebrates partnerships
Sun May 20 2012 08:01AM

PUNTA GORDA — It’s been a year of changes for the United Way of Charlotte County. The agency opened a new Senior Resource Center at the Cultural Center of Charlotte County in March. It welcomed a new CEO, Carrie Blackwell … Find out how to read more online.

Winners Circle
Sun May 20 2012 08:01AM

Charlotte Harbor Yacht Club • Couples Bridge winners May 10: 1-Lila and Fred Jameson; 2-Maria Couper, Jane Forte; 3-Irene Runkle, Jean Baker; 3-Diane and Chuck Floramo. • Ladies Bridge winners May 15: 1-Lila Jameson; 2-Virginia Martin; 3-Frances Dumke. • Slam … Find out how to read more online.

Weekly Record
Sun May 20 2012 08:01AM

Charlotte County births • Melah Elizabeth Howard, to Elizabeth Varner and Jordan Howard of Port Charlotte, at 6:07 p.m. May 8. She weighed 8 pounds, 2.3 ounces. • Jaxson James Ray Woodward, to Sarah and Adam Woodward of Port Charlotte, … Find out how to read more online.

Academy grads reap rewards of perseverance
Sat May 19 2012 04:40PM

The Academy at Charlotte Technical Center held its graduation Friday afternoon at The Center for Performing Arts & Education in Punta Gorda. … Find out how to read more online.

SWAT team stays sharp with training
Sat May 19 2012 08:00AM

PORT CHARLOTTE — The hostages had been removed successfully, but there was still one bad guy left; he was holed up inside a professional medical building off Collingswood Boulevard, and authorities were worried that the worst-case scenario was the only … Find out how to read more online.

District to work with North Port principal
Fri May 18 2012 08:00AM

SARASOTA COUNTY — The outcome of a meeting regarding an October incident between Lamarque Elementary School principal Sally Mancheno and a Lamarque teacher was unknown Thursday evening. However a letter to Mancheno from Mike Jones, executive director of Human Resources … Find out how to read more online.

Hibiscus and cars
Sat May 19 2012 08:03AM

The Punta Gorda Hibiscus Festival is set for Saturday and Sunday in Laishley Park. The Veteran Motor Car Club of America will be displaying antique automobiles starting at 10 a.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. Sunday. … Find out how to read more online.

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