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PSE begins installation of new transmission line to area substations

Puget Sound Energy recently began construction above existing electric distribution lines in Port Orchard in an effort to improve electric reliability in the area.


Fire district's levy request is for same amount in 2013

South Kitsap Fire & Rescue officials have decided to seek renewal of the district's emergency services levy on the April 17 special election ballot.


Petition turned in to change Manchester Port commissioner terms

A petition has been filed by Manchester activist David Kimble for a ballot measure on reducing the Port of Manchester commissioner terms in office from six years to four years.


Manchester, Port Orchard libraries sustain water damage

Water damage, possibly caused by last week's snow-and-rain one-two punch, closed the Manchester and Port Orchard branches of Kitsap Regional Library on Saturday, as other branches reopened.


In bin Laden town, father mourns another militant

"Your son has been martyred," the voice said at the other end of the line. The man then hung up.


US News
Obama: Diplomacy 'preferred solution' with Iran

Israel is right to be concerned about Iran's push to join the league of nations that possess nuclear weapons, but diplomacy - not military intervention - remains the "preferred solution" to averting a potential arms race in the Middle East, President Barack Obama said Sunday.



PhotoBlog: US Park Police clear Occupy DC camp in Washington's McPherson Square
Eleven are arrested as encampment is disbanded.
Colleges caught in obsession over rankings

When US News & World Report debuted its list of best colleges, it hoped the rankings would be a game-changer for students and families. But arguably, they've had a much bigger effect on colleges themselves.



BBC World News
Capello opposes FA Terry decision
England coach Fabio Capello says he disagrees with the Football Association's decision to strip John Terry of the national team's captaincy.
Egypt 'to try foreign NGO staff'
Egypt says it is to try 43 people - including Americans and other foreigners - over the alleged illegal funding of non-governmental organisations.
Greek leaders pause bailout talks
Party leaders in Greece's ruling coalition end talks on details for a crucial 130bn-euro EU rescue plan without agreement.
Ice alert on roads as snow eases
Motorists are urged to take extra care in icy conditions as Heathrow Airport cancels half of its flights.
Panama's Gen Noriega in hospital
Panama's jailed ex-leader Manuel Noriega is moved from his prison cell to hospital, suffering hypertension, and having possibly had a stroke.

Sports News
Thomas' apolitical return: Bruins top Caps 4-1

Tim Thomas' return to the nation's capital was less political and more successful.



Price, Canadiens shut out Jets 3-0

Carey Price made 23 saves for his third shutout of the season, Tomas Plekanec had a goal and an assist and the Montreal Canadiens ended a three-game losing streak with a 3-0 win over the Winnipeg Jets on Sunday.



PFT: Patriots' Faulk inactive for Super Bowl

No. 9 Michigan State beats No. 23 Michigan 64-54

Michigan State's Draymond Green made good on his guarantee against Michigan with the best game of his career in the series.



Anisimov helps Rangers top Flyers 5-2

Artem Anisimov had a goal and two assists, Henrik Lundqvist made 21 saves and the New York Rangers continued their recent success against the Philadelphia Flyers with a 5-2 fight-filled victory on Sunday.



Politics News
Away from Nevada, Santorum campaign is undeterred
Campaigning in Colorado, Rick Santorum remained upbeat and largely dismissive of any impact his last place finished in Nevada would have on his GOP candidacy.
Newt Gingrich: I'm in the GOP campaign to stay
Newt Gingrich puts to rest rumors that he might be dropping out after a loss in the Nevada caucuses and accuses his chief rival of dishonesty.
Romney gets boost with Nevada GOP caucus win
In winning the Nevada Republican caucuses, Mitt Romney added another victory in a campaign built on organization and momentum.
Romney between Rockies and political hard place
Mitt Romney on Saturday hits President Barack Obama on unemployment improvement and attacks the 2009 stimulus on a factory floor that accepted a contract including stimulus funds.
Ind. election chief guilty of voter fraud
Indiana's top elections official loses his job after jurors convict him of multiple voter fraud-related charges.

Discovery News Headlines
Bluetooth Ski Goggles Record and Play Video
Recon Instruments' in-goggle Micro Optic Display will act as a viewfinder for Contour HD camcorder users.
Blue Marble Mojo
NASA's newest Earth-watching satellite is beaming back spectacular views of our home planet. Here's how it works.
Social Media More Addictive Than Booze and Cigs
Are your urges to 'check in' causing your willpower to 'check out'? You're not the only one.
Super Bowl Science Blitz: Watch Out!
Impress your friends with some science during your Super Bowl party.
What Are These Mysterious Blue Balls?
In This Week in Discovery News we talk about the FBI monitoring social networks, making fire from ice and mysterious blue balls.

Health and Wellness News
NYT: Komen funding fracas far from over
When the nation’s pre-eminent breast cancer advocacy group, the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation, decided to stop most of its financing of Planned Parenthood in December, Komen’s leaders hoped to quietly distance the foundation from a politically controversial organization that they feared was costing them support and donations, a board member said.
Sickening decor: Scientists study rug that makes people seasick

Take a look at this - but not too hard. Researchers with a little time on their hands found that this black-and-white striped rug gives people symptoms of nausea and motion sickness.



Latest illnesses point to raw milk's popularity

An outbreak of bacterial infections on the East Coast illustrates the popularity of raw, unpasteurized milk despite strong warnings from public health officials about the potential danger.



Supporters grapple with fallout over Komen cuts

Fierce controversy over a policy that cut -- then apparently restored -- funding for Planned Parenthood by the Susan G.



Is social media spreading twitching hysteria?
In the case of nearly 20 teenagers with a twitching disorder in upstate New York, doctors say the symptoms may be spreading faster through the girls' own use of Facebook and other forms of social media.

Entertainment News
Catch up! 10 hottest entertainment clicks

Don't spend the weekend looking like you never heard of Don Cornelius or "Soul Train" or that you didn't know Madonna was the Super Bowl halftime act.



Debra Messing talks lending voice to 'Smash'

The actress chats with TODAY.com about her singing on on her new NBC show, "Smash."



'Anatomy of a Murder' star Gazzara dies

The actor died Friday of pancreatic cancer, The New York Times reported. The star of films and plays such as "Anatomy of a Murder" and "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" was 81.



'Wheel of Fortune' host Sajak visits White House

"Wheel of Fortune" host Pat Sajak didn't actually meet with the leader of the free world, but he did stop by the White House Friday for a "purely social" visit.



Honda's 'Bueller' ad drives off with readers

Do people actually watch the Super Bowl game? Or is it all about the fancy schmancy ads? Judging from what The Clicker readers were most interested in this week, it seems the answer is ... the ads.



Oddly Enough
Floating cities proposed as havens of future happiness
Feb. 3 - From Russia and the Middle East to western Europe and the United States, dissatisfaction with politics and politicians has led to protest, conflict and, in many cases, violence. But it doesn't have to be that way, according to a U.S. think-tank called The Seasteading Institute. Backed by wealthy donors, the non-profit group believes future peace and prosperity lies far out at sea. Ben Gruber reports.

Brussels statue too cold to ‘go’
The Manneken-Pis, a bronze statue of a young boy urinating that is a symbol of Brussels and a major tourist attraction, has had to stop peeing because of sub-zero temperatures. Tara Cleary reports.

New York Times Homepage
Egypt Will Try 19 Americans on Criminal Charges
Egyptian authorities on Sunday referred 19 Americans and two dozen others to criminal trials as part of a politically charged investigation that has shaken the alliance between the United States and Egypt.


FiveThirtyEight: One Test Left for Romney: The Midwest
If Mr. Romney loses the Republican presidential nomination, it is likely to be because of the one region that has yet to give him a victory: the Midwest.


Quote of the Day
George Eliot
"It is never too late to be what you might have been."

How to of the Day
How to Cut a Kiwi
The kiwifruit, also known as a Chinese gooseberry, looks unappealing at first glance. Its furry exterior holds a delicious treasure inside though, a pretty green (or golden) flesh flecked with black seeds and a white center. Both the core and the seeds are edible, as well as the flesh. Best eaten uncooked, there are numerous ways to cut kiwifruit, depending on how you want to consume the flesh. This article explores a few of the ways.

Ask Yahoo
What happened to Ask Yahoo!?
Ask Yahoo! is teaming up with Yahoo! Answers to bring you Ask Mike. It's another way to pose questions, get answers, and (hopefully) learn a thing or two. Please visit us at our new home on Yahoo! Answers, and join our network today. To learn more about Yahoo! Answers, the Answers Network, and Ask Mike, head to our help pages...
What happened to Ask Yahoo!?
Ask Yahoo! is teaming up with Yahoo! Answers to bring you Ask Mike. It's another way to pose questions, get answers, and (hopefully) learn a thing or two. Please visit us at our new home on Yahoo! Answers, and join our network today. To learn more about Yahoo! Answers, the Answers Network, and Ask Mike, head to our help pages...

Healthy Recipes
Super Foods: Pear Bread II

4.62 / 5 Stars | 138 Reviews

by Anna

"The delicate flavor of fresh pears and pecans dance enchantingly in this lovely summer loaf. Freezes well if double wrapped. Delicious and easy."

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Dairy-Free Recipes: DB's Seven Pepper Chili

4.93 / 5 Stars | 12 Reviews

by DAVEB09

"Bell, habanero, pepperoncini, serrano, cayenne, pequin and jalapeno -- it's a hot beefy chili packed with peppers!"

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Low-Cholesterol Recipes: Four Bean Salad

4.62 / 5 Stars | 11 Reviews

by Kathleen White

"If you are a bean aficionado, you'll love this salad. There are lima, kidney, green and pinto beans, along with some crunchy celery, red pimento, and chopped pepper. A sweet vinaigrette is stirred in, and then all is chilled for a few hours to let the flavors mingle. Serves ten."

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Diabetic Recipes: Summer Bean Salad II

4.29 / 5 Stars | 27 Reviews

by Anna E.

"Enjoy the fresh flavors of summer's best in every bite of this easy, colorful salad!"

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Healthy BBQ & Grilling Recipes: Skewered Grilled Potatoes

4.34 / 5 Stars | 36 Reviews

by kimberlyj

"New potatoes coated in a rosemary and garlic marinade then skewered and grilled."

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Home Improvement
Septic and Drain Services
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Disaster Restoration Services Provide Shelter from the Storm
The reason disaster restoration services are so invaluable is because they are like handymen trained in tragedy. They specialize in any type of natural mishap, big:...Read more about Disaster Restoration Services
Stainless Steel Cabinets: Never Reface Again!
If you already have a modern kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances, tile backsplashes, or maybe even a concrete countertop, your old-fashioned wood cabinetry may feel...Read more about Stainless Steel Cabinet
Disability Services Customize Convenience with Chic-ness
Disability services are wide-ranging and multi-faceted. From home healthcare to accessible building design and customer relations, perhaps the first...Read more about Disability Services
Short on Space? Try a Kitchenette
A kitchenette is a kitchen in miniature, containing all the basics of their larger cousins. A sink, stove range, mini-fridge, and a few cabinets are the standard fare...Read more about Kitchenettes

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