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Scarce land could mean skyscrapers in Washington, company in DC skyline for monument, Capitol
Associated Press WriterWASHINGTON (AP) _ No skyscrapers jut from this low-lying federal city, allowing iconic buildings like the Washington Monument and U.S. Capitol to dominate the horizon. However, the historically sparse skyline might not stay that way. As vacant land...Tags: Manhattan (New York City), Washington Monument, Dupont E I Nemours & Company, Monuments and Heritage Sites, William Penn
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Sharing love for trees at Cold Spring Harbor Lab
The slender brown-haired woman in sneakers, beige pants and a sleeveless shirt -- fit and toned from her almost-daily walks about the green world she lives in -- stands in the driveway in front of her house and looks at two stately trees reaching into the...Tags: Barbara McClintock, Long Island, Gardens and Parks, Biology, Medical Specialization
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New York Midday Lottery Glance
0044 New York Lottery's Midday draw ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) _ Here are the winning numbers selected Saturday in the New York State Lottery's Midday drawing: Daily 4-5-0 (four, five, zero) Lucky Sum 9 (nine) WinFour 8-1-3-2 (eight, one,...Tags: Gaming and Lotteries, Casino and Gambling Industry, Casino and Gambling, New York
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New Jersey Lottery Glance
0053 Midday New Jersey lottery numbers TRENTON, N.J. (AP) _ Here are the winning numbers selected Saturday in the midday New Jersey State Lottery: Pick 3 0-8-0 (zero, eight, zero) Straight pays $244. Box pays $81. Pair pays $24. Pick 4 4-8-4-5...Tags: New Jersey, Gaming and Lotteries, Casino and Gambling Industry, Casino and Gambling
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NJ Supreme Court to hear Tropicana license appeal
New Jersey's Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal by the former owners of the Tropicana Casino and Resort that could delay the casino's sale until late in 2009. Chief Justice Stuart Rabner signed the order last week. The high court will rule...Tags: New Jersey, Atlantic City (Atlantic, New Jersey), Justice System, Trials, Casino and Gambling
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Hudson rail bridge will be high-altitude walkway
Associated Press WriterThe Poughkeepsie Railroad Bridge was a high-spanned marvel in its day, carrying everything from coal to trolley riders over the Hudson River. Then a fire in 1974 reduced the bridge to an Industrial-Age eyesore looming over the city. Locals talked...Tags: Manhattan (New York City), Gardens and Parks, Railway Transportation, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Metal and Mineral
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AP NewsBreak: AC to have 7-day smoking ban
Associated Press WriterAtlantic City casinos will go smoke-free for seven days before allowing gamblers to light up again. City Council President William Marsh said Friday the unusual arrangement is necessary because the city can't legally stop a previously approved smoking...Tags: New Jersey, Harrah's Entertainment Incorporated, Smoking, Casino and Gambling, Laws
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Nonstop to the Caribbean
Special to NewsdayMany airlines are cutting back service to the Caribbean this fall and winter, but New Yorkers bound for the islands will still enjoy plenty of options. They can fly nonstop to 26 Caribbean destinations from the New York area's three major airports,...Tags: Hurricane Ike, Diving, Forests, Caves and Caverns, Hurricane Damage
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Slots supporters have the cash to back their cause
The horse-racing industry and gambling companies have pumped $3.8 million into a campaign to convince voters to approve slot machine gambling in Maryland, according to campaign finance documents released yesterday. Slots supporters have out-raised...Tags: Jockey Club Incorporated (The), Choice Hotels International Incorporated, Lobbying, Magna Entertainment Corporation, Television
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House of Blues' image contrasting upgrades on Sunset Strip
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterBack in 1966, the Sunset Strip was at the heart of the counter-culture music scene when the problems started. The famed row of nightclubs and hotels was hit by what became known as the "Sunset Strip Riots," when hundreds of young people waving "We're Your...Tags: Country Music, Hollywood (Los Angeles, California), Theater, West Hollywood, Bars
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Venture on mental trip to Denmark
Peter Koefoed Bjornsen, a Danish citizen, will speak about "Denmark: Still a Fairy Tale?" at noon Sunday at the Leesburg Public Library, 100 E. Main St. The free library program is part of Beacon College's Global Awareness Program, which brings to...Tags: Oscar Hammerstein, W., Jessica Tandy, Orlando Magic, Harley-Davidson Incorporated
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