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Arizona State University Retrofits Parking Structures with LED

0 Comments | Wireless News, Aug 12, 2009

Lighting Science Group Corp. announced that Arizona State University (ASU) has retrofitted six parking structures on the Tempe campus with new light emitting-diode (LED) fixtures.

According to company officials, changing the existing fixtures to Lighting Science’s LED low bay solution will afford ASU with an annual savings of up to $127,000 in energy and maintenance costs.

As part of a Phase II energy conservation and sustainability project underway throughout campus, ASU’s partner APS Energy Services replaced over 2,000, 150 W metal halide fixtures with Lighting Science’s 78 W LED low bay luminaires.

“Exploring the value of LED lighting solutions is an important component to ‘greening’ our university,” said Bonny Bentzin, the director of sustainable business practices at ASU. “In addition to the superior level of illumination offered by the LED fixtures, installing energy efficient lighting provides financial and environmental benefits.”

“APS Energy Services is proud to be a partner with the University in taking yet another step toward their goal of reducing overall energy consumption and its footprint on the environment,” said APS Energy Services’ Sr. Account Executive, Rick Becker.

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You should use your

You should use your cheat meal as an opportunity to eat anything you want, but not everything you want. Eat enough to enjoy the food, but don`t over do it. Speaking personally, I cheat once a week to satisfy my cravings. Some people don`t cheat at all while others can get away with a cheat meal two or three times a week. You will have to find which method works best for you.

So how do I go about preparing for my cheat meal? You better be guessing that I am prepared supplement wise to keep myself from feeling guilty afterwards. I also need to decide if I really need a cheat meal or if it`s just a craving that I normally get from time to time. The first thing I do is take a thermogenic, such as Hot Rox or Xenadrine, and a healthy fat source such as fish or flax seed oil. I`ll then wait twenty minutes to decide if I am still hungry and if I am, then I will get something such as cookies, cakes, or pies. Then i`ll go eat some pizza, lasagna, or spaghetti, topped off with something healthy to aid with digestion.
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The latest weekly planning applications

0 Comments | Morpeth Herald (Morpeth, England), June 20, 2010

> Hartburn: Mr and Mrs W Graham, East Thornton, North Side, extension and alteration of East Thornton house and garage.

Morpeth: Mr D Shepherd, 19 Eden Grove, Stobhill Grange, new pitched roof over garage, kitchen and canopy.

Mr James Smith, 14 St Mary’s Field, new dwelling; Mr R Thomson, 17 Kings Avenue, proposed double garage and rear entrance porch.

Mr L Freeman, 12 West Hill, construction of porch and WC with pitched roof over garage.

Pegswood: Mrs Lorraine Holbrook, 18 Cheviot Grove, demolition of existing attached garage and erection of new detached dwelling in side garden.

Ponteland: Mr and Mrs Vineberg, East Coldcoats Cottage, construction of porch to south elevation.

Mr George Watson, Kismet, Medburn, replace extant permission to extend the time limit for implementation of permission CM/20070365, outline, demolition of existing property and construction of two dwellings.

Mr Martyn Collins, Smallburn House, Smallburn, replace extant permission to extend time limit for implementation of permission CM/20060690, resiting of existing stables and construction of new garage with storage space above.

Stamfordham: Mr Robin Brims, The Old School House, Dalton, planning application and listed building consent for demolition of rear garage and store area, construction of replacement single storey extension, construction of two storey extension, extension to flat roofed dormer window, internal and external alterations and creation of a tennis court.

Stannington: Mr A Crewdon, Bog House Farm, Blagdon Estate, Seaton Burn, erection of general purpose agricultural shed for the storage of grain and machinery.

Widdrington Station and Stobswood: Mr Angus Gordon, West Stobswood Farm, construction of one bungalow for farm worker.

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A Family Member/Friend Made Website Pros -

A Family Member/Friend Made Website

Pros

– Again, you save money. A family member/friend has your best interest at heart. If they are a professional designer, you may be in for a treat and a website that will please you and your visitors.

Cons

– If, however, you are displeased, how will you tell this family member/friend without losing their love and/or friendship. Will they be willing to maintain the website? How comfortable will you be telling them what to do and not to do?

Approach #5. Novice Website by Some Do-Gooder

Pros

– Again you will be saving money. This may be a novice who has just completed a course and wants to create your website for his or her “portfolio.” Or, it may be someone who is starting out and charging much less than the going rate. Or someone who feels that everyone should have a website (YES!), so will help you achieve that goal.

Cons

– Oftentimes, even though the novice means well, they just don’t have enough experience with the wiles of the web.
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Revamp for quality hotel in top location

0 Comments | Lincolnshire Echo, Jul 28, 2010 | by Mel West

AN HISTORIC city hotel will be given a makeover, thanks to ambitious new owners Paul Catlow and Saera Ahmad.

The couple plan to develop the Castle Hotel, in Bailgate, Lincoln, and are currently working alongside local architects and interior designers to refurbish all areas of the hotel and restaurant over the next six to nine months.

The Grade II listed building was built on the site of Lincoln’s Roman Forum in 1852. Starting life as a school, the building has also served as an evening institute, parish rooms, army cadet centre, Sunday school, riding school, occupation centre and repair workshop before becoming a hotel in 1979.

It enjoys a good reputation and was recently awarded the highest quality rating of any Lincoln hotel at 80 per cent by the AA.

The new owners plan to build on this success by investing heavily in refurbishing the interior of the hotel, while increasing the capacity from its current 20 bedrooms by maximising the interior space of the building and taking on additional staff as the business grows. The first phase of refurbishment will be starting this year and will involve upgrading and updating the design and layout of the bedrooms, with a traditional-yet-modern theme to complement the building’s Victorian exterior.

Although neither of the new owners has a background in hospitality, they are looking to use their experience in the marketing sector to build on the Castle Hotel’s current reputation and help the business realise its full potential.

Paul has more than 20 years’ experience in marketing and was a shareholder and director of the Manchester-based marketing company MediaVest Manchester Ltd. Lincoln-born Saera has a background in advertising sales, having worked for major broadcasters and publishers, including Emap Radio and News International.

Paul said: “In 2008, we decided it was time for a fresh start, so I sold my shares in MediaVest and we made our escape to the country.

“Saera was brought up in Lincoln, so we decided to move back to the area where we have bought and renovated an old vicarage.

“Since then we have had our first baby and were looking for a new challenge that we could apply our marketing skills to.

“Over the past few years, Bailgate has seen a lot of excellent development and when we first saw the Castle Hotel was up for sale we saw a great opportunity.

“It is a stunning building in a great location for both business visitors and holidaymakers and with Bailgate enjoying continued development we knew that the time was right to take on the challenge.

“Our vision is to help the business realise its full potential through refurbishment of all areas, new branding and a strong marketing campaign
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Whiten UP; BEAUTY NEWS; Get fresh in an instant with cool, crisp packaging and the new-style radiance-boosters

Comments | Daily Mail (London, England), The, April 17, 2010

Byline: SARAH BARCLAY

Fresh white flowers combined with an earthy hippie hit is the fragrance that underpins smoothie chops Tom Ford’s new White Patchouli Body Cleansing Gel, e40, a spoiling shower gel laced with his sensual White Patchouli perfume.

Tel: 0044 870 034 2566 Banish dark spots for good with Clinique Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Corrector.

It promises to fade age spots and pigmentation caused by sun damage and pollution while improving radiance on all skin colours and types, including sensitive ([pounds sterling]58, from Boots) For radiance and protection, try Laura Mercier’s new oil-free Daily Face Shield SPF40. Apply it under make-up to guard against sun damage and prevent moisture loss. Available 17 May (e38, Brown Thomas) Snappy and compact Clarins Cotton Flower Eye Quartet and Liner Palette is inspired by the contrast of white cotton and blue denim ([pounds sterling]35, from Boots) Drench yourself in healing water from the thermal springs of Hungary with Omorovicza Complexion Brightener SPF20. Rich in minerals, it promises to do battle with age spots, dullness and low moisture levels. Available from 1 May (e105, from Harvey Nichols, Dundrum Town Centre, tel: 01 291 0488) Quench seriously dry skin with Chanel Hydramax Active Nutrition Nourishing Cream for Dry Skin. The latest addition to the Hydramax line, it works its moisturising magic with the help of rose wax, cotton seed and carob tree extract
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Big gift for the hospice

0 Comments | Plymouth Evening Herald, The, Jul 28, 2010

STAFF and customers at a Torpoint supermarket have raised Pounds 2,000 for a much-loved local charity.

Cake sales, tombolas and raffles have all been held at the Sainsbury’s supermarket in Antony Road, with funds donated to the Children’s Hospice South West Precious Lives Appeal, the store’s chosen charity for this year.

The money will be used to care for children with life-limiting illnesses and also to provide support to parents, carers and their siblings.

The store’s staff have already chosen the Cornwall Air Ambulance as its charity for next year.

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Engineer hopes invention helps him to clean up

0 Comments | South Wales Evening Post, Jul 28, 2010 | by RUPERT HALL

AN engineer from Neath is hoping to clean up with a unique shower bracket.

Plumbing and heating engineer Stuart Gibby had been looking to China to manufacture his product.

But the 40-year-old has decided to research options closer to home, and has secured a manufacturer, packager, graphic designer and web designer within Wales.

Mr Gibby’s product will now be made by Linear Plastics in Pontypridd.

It will be packaged by Platt Packaging, based at the Rassau Industrial Estate in Ebbw Vale.

Design for the artwork on the packaging is being carried out by Swansea’s Graphic Realm Ltd.

Web Mr Gibby is also working with former Neath-based web designers The Sheep Boys on an official website to market his shower bracket.

He has received funding from Neath Port Talbot Council to pay for trials of the product.

“The only thing we have had to source outside of Wales is the chroming,” said Mr Gibby. “There are only two companies in the UK who specialise in it.”

Mr Gibby has chosen DMS, in Kidderminster, which currently works with clients including Bentley and Land Rover, to carry out the chroming.

He said: “This product is supporting jobs in Wales.”

Mr Gibby will be primarily selling his product online, but he has also been in talks with department store Leekes with a view to marketing it in-store.

He is currently still running his own plumbing and heating engineering business HPS, in London Road, Neath, but hopes his invention will become his sole source of income.

He said: “It is my intention to sell some products and then use that as leverage to encourage investment from the dragons on Dragon’s Den. They could open doors for me that I could only dream about opening.”

Mr Gibby is also working on further inventions which he is hoping will win funding from the Assembly.

The better contact that the bleach

The better contact that the bleach has with your teeth, the better the effects you’ll get from the whitening procedure.

Most over the counter tray systems use hydrogen peroxide instead of carbamide peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide is safe, but it doesn’t bleach as quickly. In most cases, if you’re using any at-home system, it will take several sessions a day for several weeks to achieve the same results that your dentist can get in his office in two-three ninety minute sessions. However, you?ll pay for the speed – a doctor’s office whitening treatment can cost you as much as $500 per session. An at-home system may cost as little as $30 for the total treatment.

Teeth Whitening Strips
A second popular method of whitening teeth is the use of teeth whitening strips. Like over the counter tray systems, the active ingredient in teeth whitening strips is hydrogen peroxide.
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