NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–12 November 2010 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today welcomed the “major step forward” taken with the agreement reached after months of deadlock on the formation of a new Iraqi government, and called on the country’s leaders to swiftly conclude the process. “He commends all political parties and their leaders[Read More…]
Author: Gary Kopycinski
DanceArt Celebrates 10th Anniversary at GSU
University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The mission of DanceArt is to bring high quality, inclusive dance education to children in the Chicago region, who would otherwise not experience the world of dance: its history, discipline, performance, and appreciation. Their dedication to serving the underserved and their commitment to providing accessible arts education[Read More…]
A Salute To One Veteran: Cornelius Olszewski
Army Veteran Cornelius Olszewski. (Photo: Annie Olszewski English) Commentary My cousin Annie Olszewski English, whom I have never met but correspond with frequently now thanks to email and Facebook, sent a link to family. Her father, 84-year-old Army Veteran Cornelius Olszewski, can still fit into his uniform from his days[Read More…]
Buick and Cadillac Safety Recall
Washington, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)—November 12, 2010. General Motors announced it is recalling certain model year 2010 – 2011 DTS and Buick Lucerne vehicles equipped with V8 engines. The starter or alternator cable is in contact with the power steering return line. If either the starter or alternator cable is contacting the power[Read More…]
Giant Recalls Anthem X 29er Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2010. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.[Read More…]
Pottery Barn Recalls Lamps Due to Shock Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2010. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.[Read More…]
Medical Marijuana Patient Fired by Wal-Mart Gets First Day in Court
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2010. Today a federal judge in Michigan will begin hearing arguments in a lawsuit filed on behalf of Joseph Casias, the legal medical marijuana patient who was wrongfully terminated by a Battle Creek Wal-Mart because he tested positive for marijuana during a drug screen. Casias, 30, is[Read More…]
Charges Made in 2006 Slaying of Metra Police Officer
Chicago, IL–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2010. A former Harvey resident has been charged with the murder of Metra Police Officer Thomas Cook following a long-term, joint investigation by the South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force and the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, authorities announced today. State’s Attorney Anita Alvarez announced that Jemetric[Read More…]
Missing WWII Airman Identified, November 12, 2010
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2010. The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office (DPMO) announced today that the remains of a serviceman, missing in action from World War II, have been identified and returned to his family for burial with full military honors. Army Air Forces Capt. George W. Grismore, 30, of[Read More…]
DOD Identifies Marine Casualty, Novmeber 12, 2010
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2010. The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Lance Cpl. Dakota R. Huse, 19, of Greenwood, La., died Nov. 9 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 9th Marine Regiment,[Read More…]
