Interior Design and Home Appliances

Miami Beach police arrest man accused of beating couple

MIAMI BEACH Police arrested a 25-year-old man on a charge of battery after he smacked one woman and then beat and kicked another man leaving the nightclub Mansion, 1235 Washington Ave., at 4 a.m. June 14. The woman told police the man was filming her on a cellphone and when she `got in his face’ and told him to stop, he smacked her on the side of her face. When the woman’s boyfriend became upset …

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All kinds of air-conditioners liable to 10 percent FED

ISLAMABAD (July 06 2010): All kinds of air-conditioners encompassing automobiles would be liable to 10 percent federal excise duty (FED) under the Finance Act, 2010. Sources told Business Recorder on Monday that the car air-conditioners are covered under the category of air-conditioners liable to FED. Primarily, three kinds of air-conditioners are subject to 10 percent FED.

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Power companies issue energy saving tips

It’s hot, but local electric companies haven’t yet encountered problems with too much peak demand for energy. 

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And the heat goes on

The Lebanon Valley will continue to feel like Death Valley today as afternoon temperatures are expected to exceed 90 degrees for the fourth consecutive day.

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Why us? Summer heat back with a vengeance

LANCASTER — Whether your plans this week include working in the garden, mowing the lawn or just playing a leisurely game of golf, local medical professionals are urging residents to keep one thing in mind before they head outdoors: Don’t overdo it.

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25 ways to keep cool on these hot East Central Indiana days

Six months ago, the Mid-Atlantic was bracing for yet another round of snowstorms. Step outside today and you might start to think of it lovingly.

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Do your part while keeping cool

Depending on the climate where you live, cooling your home accounts for as much as 50 percent of the money you spend each month.

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Give your home an energy break while on summer vacation

As you pack up the kids and head out the door for your well-deserved summer vacation, don’t forget to give your home an energy break as well.

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Community Calendar

The Proviso Herald welcomes items for the Community Calendar as well as for columns including Business Briefs, Campus News, Community Briefs, School Digest and Your Page. Items must be received a minimum of 10 days prior to publication; earlier is better. E-mail to oakpark@pioneerlocal.com; fax to (708) 383-3678; or mail to Pioneer Press, 1010 Lake St., Suite 104, Oak …

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East Bethel Booster Day festivities set for next weekend

East Bethels Booster Day celebration is right around the corner. The event is scheduled to begin Friday, July 16 with a…

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Less Than One-Third of Ohio Households Are Well Prepared for Extreme Weather Conditions

Ohio is experiencing its first heat wave of 2010 and the heat and humidity will continue across the state through the weekend. While residents in Ohio battle the heat, a survey conducted by Direct Energy shows only 28 percent of Ohio respondents believe their homes are well prepared for extreme weather.

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Only One-Third of Connecticut Households are Well Prepared for Extreme Weather Conditions

Connecticut is experiencing its first heat wave of 2010 and the heat and humidity will continue across the state through the weekend. While residents in Connecticut battle the record breaking heat, a survey conducted by Direct Energy shows only 32 percent of Connecticut respondents believe their homes are well prepared for extreme weather.

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Only One-Third of Connecticut Households are Well Prepared for Extreme Weather Conditions

Connecticut is experiencing its first heat wave of 2010 and the heat and humidity will continue across the state through the weekend. While residents in Connecticut battle the record breaking heat, a survey conducted by Direct Energy shows only 32 percent of Connecticut respondents believe their homes are well prepared for extreme weather.

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Only a Quarter of Pennsylvania Households Are Well Prepared for Extreme Weather Conditions

Pennsylvania is experiencing its first heat wave of 2010 and the heat and humidity will continue across the state through the weekend. While residents in Pennsylvania battle the record breaking heat, a survey conducted by Direct Energy shows only 25 percent of Pennsylvania respondents believe their homes are well prepared for extreme weather.

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Tips for staying cool while conserving energy, getting by in a power outage
Consolidated Edison is ‘anticipating a heavy load today,’ spokeswoman Sandy Miller said this morning of electrical usage in the heat wave.

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For Healthy Cooking, Process Your Own Food
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. , July 7 With study after study suggesting our reliance on processed foods is a major factor in the nation’s alarming obesity rate and other health challenges, what can home cooks do to reduce this reliance and still get food on the table quickly and conveniently? Â One answer may lie not in the pantry, but elsewhere in the kitchen cupboard. (Logo: http …

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