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Elinor Teele’s Photo Selected as Editor’s Pick in Smithsonian 10th Annual Photo Contest
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Gloucester Dories
Editors’ Pick from our ongoing 10th annual photo contest: October 12, 2012
Elinor Teele (Gloucester, MA); Photographed July 2011, Gloucester, MA
Read more: http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/photo-of-the-day/?c=y&date=10/12/2012#ixzz29Y6r2aGp
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Has anyone played with Windows 8 yet?
I have no interest in it and am fearful that they’re gonna screw up everything I love about Windows 7.
I haven’t tried it out so I’m not sure its fair to say that but was wondering what anyone that has used it thinks.
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Ryan & Wood Is A Finalist for MA Family Business Awards 2012
Ryan & Wood Distilleries is pleased to announce its selection as a Finalist for the 2012 Massachusetts Family Business Awards. As finalists in the First Generation Business category, the Ryan and Wood families will be honored at the Royal Sonesta Hotel in Cambridge on October 25 where winners will be announced. The annual awards program honors excellence in business management, growth, community service and business transition within family businesses. Past winners of the prestigious FBA awards include local favorite Woodman’s of Essex (2011 Small Business).
Bob Ryan had this to say about his company’s selection: “We knew about the FBA but the initial nomination and then selection as a finalist came as quite a surprise. It’s a huge honor to be recognized because the people behind the scenes at the FBA are truly dedicated to helping family businesses prosper in the commonwealth. We were pleased just to be noticed by a great group like the FBA.” Bob and Kathy Ryan, their son Doug, and nephew Dave Wood all work at the Distillery and cite the family nature of the business as a major asset. Doug Ryan comments that “although you never seem to clock out at the end of the day, you feel good about working hard for one another. After all, our name is on each bottle.” Ryan & Wood’s first three products had fanciful names, but when it was time to name their latest spirit, Doug insisted on naming it simply Ryan & Wood Straight Rye Whiskey as he was especially proud of this offering. “I wanted our Rye to bear our names and nothing else to drive home the fact that it’s made with care by a local family. That should mean something, because like any good mom, mine doesn’t let me cut corners.” That is why Kathy Ryan is the operation’s chief taster, in charge of barrel selection for the rye, and barrel blending for Ryan & Wood’s Folly Cove Rum. “She has the best Palate in the building, and refuses to compromise,” said Doug Ryan, “which shows that without the whole family’s involvement, we would be short valuable team
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Dani MF Lubbers Pumkinifies the Thomas E Lannon
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Check Her 2011 Man at the Wheel Pumpkin-
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Dusk Gloucester Harbor South Channel 10/17/12 6:39PM
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Poll- GMG Tech Talk: Ultrabook/Mac Air vs Android Tablet/ iPad
As a tech geek and content creator I feel there are limitations to how efficiently I can create when traveling solely with my iPad but I appreciate how light and easy it is to bring along on trips compared to the behemoth laptop our family currently uses- a 17 inch Toshiba Satellite. The Toshiba Satellite has served us well as a living room couch internet device/editing tool but by todays lighter laptop standards it is like lugging around an elephant.
With a ridiculous number of tablets coming out and an equally ridiculous number of powerful lightweight laptops coming out on a weekly basis I question what the majority number of today’s users will buy.
My guess is that for 85% of computer users a lightweight tablet is adequate for 99% of their daily computing needs. The vast majority of computer users simply consume content and bang around on their social media websites but only a small percentage of computer users need more than what they can get out of a lightweight tablet like the iPad. Sure there are many computer geeks like me and content creators that are far better served by a laptop but it seems that those people are becoming the minority.
The iPad really really is a marvel for consuming content and taking along with you on a daily basis. With the latest technology super lightweight ultrabooks and macbook airs are just a tab bit heavier but they have FAR greater storage capacity and computing power. But because so few people need that power and storage capacity they’ll opt for the more convenient to carry and cheaper tablet (iPad, android tablet).
This rush by the majority of the population to purchase tablets instead of laptops or PC’s has made these fantastically powerful and lightweight laptops very affordable.
To me as a power user who pushes my computer daily with video editing, photo editing and blogging the ultrabook is a no-brainer. For a couple hundred dollars more than a tablet I can create about 3-4 times more efficiently than I can on an iPad. That’s not a knock on the iPad. It’s super light and thin and portable and slick. It just lacks a physical keyboard and mouse and the processing power to create content like you can on a machine with more RAM and processing power. Yes there are bluetooth keyboards and mice you can use with a tablet but at hat point you could have just bought yourself a macbook air or a windows based ultrabook and have a far more powerful machine.
As fantastic as these ultrabook and macbook airs are the number of tablets that are selling is blowing them out of the water. The reason/s? They are cheaper and most people just don’t demand that much from their computing devices.
Exciting times for laptop buyers, exciting times for tablet users.
The iPad mini is coming out which will be a smaller version of the iPad. Some pundits have come out and said there won’t be much demand for it. I wholeheartedly disagree. This mini isn’t going to be aimed at adults who already own an iPad. They are aiming straight for the people who bought much less expensive Kindles and Nooks. Last year when I endorsed the Kindle Fire at $200 I believed it was a tremendous value, but if Apple comes out with a similar product but running the Apple ecosystem as opposed to Amazon’s android system it’s gonna be lights out Amazon.
If Apple prices their iPad mini at $250 or less they are going to absolutely own Christmas presents for young adults. It will come at the expense of Kindle sales, Android tablets, Nook sales and their own iPod Touch. It’s gonna be the Christmas present for young adults to receive and that is the price point that will make it happen.
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Video Turbine Tower Section Being Road Hauled Out Of Cruiseport From Fred Bodin
A large conical tower section is hauled out or Cruiseport Gloucester (MA) for erection in Blackburn Industrial Park.
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O’Maley Girls Field Hockey Team Just Killin It!
Marcy Plante Forwards-
Joey!!
The O’Maley Field Hockey team is undefeated!! We have scored 31 goals this
year!! The girls are playing so hard and have come so far!! The pictures are
of our three captains, Callie O’Leary, Emma Larmoureux, and McKenzie Plante,
one of them celebrating their win and the other a great team picture.
We have 5 more games left!
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Community Stuff 10/18/12
AMVETS Post 32 Ongoing & Upcoming Events
Toys for Tots:
The AMVETS Post 32 is the area sponsor for the Marine Corps’ Toys for
Tots Campaign which is going on now through Dec 23rd. We are seeking
new, unwrapped gifts that will be re-distrubuted throughout our local
community. Collection boxes have been dropped off at area businesses
or donations can be made at the AMVETS located at 14 Prospect St,
Gloucester Ma 01930. For questions, please contact Victor
978-879-7562.
Huge Indoor Yardsale for Homeless Vets:
The AMVETS Post 32 Riders are holding a huge two-day indoor yardsale
on Sat Oct 20 & Sun Oct 21, from 9am-3pm on the 3rd floor of the
AMVETS. There is something for EVERYONE! Stereos and speakers, DVDs,
toys, Christmas stuff, lamps, puzzles, Bowflex, wine fridge…… the
list goes on & on and there is more coming! All proceeds will benefit
homeless Veterans.
Christmas for the Troops:
The AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary Post 32 is hosting it’s second Christmas
for the Troops fundraiser at Jalapeno’s Restaurant in Gloucester on
November 5th from 4:30 to close. Come on out and have some fun, eat
some delicious food, and raise money to give our US military and
veterans a Merry Christmas! Proceeds will be used to provide Holiday
care packages to our troops overseas and veterans in hospitals.
Jalapenos will donate 10% of all food sales from that night and we
will be raffling lots of great prizes donated from community members
and local businesses. Raffle Tickets are on sale now: 3 for $5.
Email us at AMVETSLadiesAuxiliaryPost32@gmail.com if you would like to
donate to this event or purchase raffle tickets in advance.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month at Addison Gilbert Hospital
Pink Ribbons worn by Oncology Team at Addison Gilbert Hospital
(L to R) Deb Sacco, Administrative Assistant, Administration, Addison Gilbert Hospital (far left) selects pink ribbon signifying October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month with members of the Oncology Team at Addison Gilbert Hospital. Heather Dubois, RN, OCN, Myriah Tucker, Administrative Assistant, Christine O’Connor, RN, OCN, Emily Eastman, Administrative Assistant, Lisa Zellenka, RN, OCN, Oncologist Angus McIntyre, M.D., Joanne Gibbs, RN, OCN and Kristen Nicastro, RN, OCN.
The Addison Gilbert Hospital Gorton’s Specialty and Cancer Care Center is located on the fourth floor at Addison Gilbert Hospital, 298 Washington Street, Gloucester.
An informational table is available in the Fisher Lobby with materials on breast health and breast cancer prevention and detection. The community is welcome to take these materials at no cost. These materials are also available in the Oncology Clinic at all times. This information includes the importance of mammography, self-breast examination and regular breast exams with your physician/healthcare provider ant that breast health is important not only during October, but every month.
The American Cancer Society’s Look Good…Feel Better Program for women undergoing cancer treatment is held at Addison Gilbert Hospital throughout the year. Guided by volunteer cosmetologist, female cancer patients who participate in this class will learn how to use make-up and skin care techniques to overcome the appearance-related effects of chemotherapy and radiation. Women also learn ways to disguise hair loss with wigs, scarves and other accessories. Following the program, participants are given a complimentary make-up kit. For further information about upcoming programs, please call the Community Relations Department at 978-283-4000, extension 585.
Breast Cancer Support Group at Addison Gilbert Hospital is held on the third Tuesday of each month from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. in the Longan Room located inside the Washington Street entrance of Addison Gilbert Hospital. There is no fee or pre-registration required.
Complimentary Reiki Clinics are held twice a month at Addison Gilbert Hospital. Reiki is an ancient relaxation method that may reduce stress and assist in the restoration of mind/body balance. Reiki is a non-invasive therapy and may help build immune function, decease the effects of chemotherapy, radiation and help with wound healing. Reiki is done fully clothed. It does not take the place of traditional medicine, but it compliments it. To schedule a free appointment, please call 978-283-4000, extension 559.
Lights of Love – The 5th Annual Lights of Love Benefit and Tree Lighting Ceremony will take place on Thursday, November 29 from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. at the Washington Street entrance at Addison Gilbert Hospital. Featuring: Aft Raffle drawing by award-winning Cape Ann artist Ken Knowles benefitting cancer care services on Cape Ann (www.kenknowlesfineart.com), Gloucester High School Chorus, Tribute and holiday treats, Tours of the Gorton’s Specialty and Cancer Care Center at 5 p.m., Tickets for the art drawing are $50. and $5.00 raffles for 25 Cape Ann Baskets. Tickets are available at Addison Gilbert Hospital in Administration and Community Relations or visit www.addisongilbert.org/lights of love.
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F/V Pretty Girl Lobster Trap Prep 32 Times Fast
Tom and Johnny sure get their hustle on don’t they?
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Note To Self: Pass On The Bumblebee Tuna
AP: Calif. Worker Cooked to Death in Tuna Factory Steamer
The Associated press reports-
SANTA FE SPRINGS, Calif. (AP) — Authorities say a 62-year-old employee was cooked to death at a Southern California seafood plant for tuna maker Bumble Bee Foods.
The Whittier Daily News reports Jose Melena was found shortly before 7 a.m. Thursday at the plant in Santa Fe Springs.
Erika Monterroza is a spokeswoman for the California Division of Occupational Safety and Health. She says it’s unclear how the man ended up inside a cooking device called a "steamer machine."
The state agency has launched an investigation.
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Roger Torre Represents! In Yellowstone
Hi Joey,
Just returned from a trip to Yellowstone National Park and the Grand Tetons with my brother (one of the pics) – the place is incredible – and just makes you respect the power of Mother Nature. Attached are just some of photos taken. There are pictures of bison, elk and a bear in their natural environment – along with landscapes and geysers and thermal pool – with a short video of a geyser. Hopefully you will post them on GMG
Roger Torre
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Seacoast Nursing & Rehabilitation Center shows their support of Breast Cancer Awareness
Seacoast Nursing & Rehabilitation Center of Gloucester shows their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Seacoast Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Staff shows their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month by dedicating their monthly Staff Appreciation Day to a Fund-raising events for the Susan Komen Fund. The Gloucester Fire Department join in with their T-shirt campaign for Breast Cancer fund-raising that benefits the Susan Komen Fund. "Wear Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness" Day was held on Thursday October 18 with entire staff wearing pink. Here, Deb Sacco, Administrative Assistant, Addison Gilbert Hospital, purchases T-shirts (Far left).
Deb Sacco, Administration Assistant, Addison Gilbert Hospital
Linda Cooney, Human Resources Manager, Seacoast Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Stephen Doyle, Executive Director
Phil Bouchie, Gloucester Fire Department
Deb Curcuru, Data Entry Coordinator
Jennifer Shairs, Activities Assistant
Josie DiMercurio, Dietary Hostess
Pat Ciaramitaro, Activities Assistant
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Endicott College’s Gloucester Campus To Offer Associates Degrees Beginning This January
Beginning this January, Endicott College will begin offering an Associates degree program at our new campus at 33 Commercial Street. This 2-year program, custom developed to meet the needs of Gloucester’s youth, will be comprised of five courses per semester and run from 9AM-Noon Monday through Thursday, and every other Friday. Financial aid is available for full time students. Applications are now being accepted for the upcoming semester. For more information, please contact Jodi Cleveland at 978-879-4250 / jclevela@endicott.edu , or come by our campus for a program overview and a tour.
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Oopsies!
Fred Bodin writes-
Oops! While moving the largest cylindrical section of the Wind Turbine tower, which was 90 feet long including the truck in front and the rig in the rear, they nearly got hung up leaving Cruiseport. The problem was a steel pylon (painted yellow). No problem for this crew however — they just took a torch to it and cut it down to the ground. The bushes went bye bye too.
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Harold Burnham and his crew returned on the Schooner Ardelle from Washington, D.C. Photos From Len Burgess
Harold Burnham and his crew returned on the Schooner Ardelle from Washington, D.C. Tuesday afternoon, with friends and family welcoming them back at the Maritime Gloucester Center.
Click below for slideshow
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Today Gloucester Fire Fighters sell pink tee shirts for breast cancer awareness at Seacoast Nursing and Rehab Center. All proceeds go directly to cancer research
Gloucester Fire Fighters wearing pink and selling
Pink Tee Shirts for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Today Oct 17th at Seacoast Nursing and Rehab Ctr
Until 1 today while supplies last.
All proceeds go directly to cancer research
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Fire Chief Eric Smith & Police Chief Len Campanello at Magnolia Library Tomorrow Night at 7pm !!
Meet The Chiefs!
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Gloucester Health Dept: Hard-Freeze Confirmation Mosquito Borne Illness Threat Virtually Eliminated
According to the National Weather Service, all areas of Massachusetts (EXCEPT Suffolk
County and the Cape and Islands) and including Gloucester, experienced a hard frost/hard freeze
on Friday night, October 12-13. A copy of the map can be found at the following website:
http://www.erh.noaa.gov/box/images/hardFreezeWeb.jpg
While individual mosquitoes may have survived in isolated sheltered areas, the risk of mosquitoborne
illness should be virtually eliminated at this time in areas where the hard frost occurred.
Given the reduced risk of mosquito-borne illness, programs may resume scheduling
outdoor activities between the hours of 5 pm and 8 am. However, we advise that people
continue to take certain precautions when going outdoors. This includes applying insect repellant
and wearing clothing such as long sleeves, long pants and socks.
Please contact Max Schenk, Manager of Environmental Health Services at the Gloucester Health
Department, at 978-282-8025, or by email at mschenk@gloucester-ma.gov if you have any
further questions.
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