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Firefighters rescue 2 men after canoe overturns
LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — North-central Indiana firefighters have rescued two men after their canoe struck an underwater obstruction and overturned in the flooded Wabash River. The 23-year-old and 18-year-old men were wearing life jackets when they...Tags: Sports
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Monitoring the St. Joe
South Bend TribuneSOUTH BEND -- First came the family saying prayers by the St. Joseph River to mark the Jewish new year. Then came a unicyclist rolling down Northside Trail. Minutes later Wednesday, six canoes docked near the pedestrian bridge at Indiana University South...Tags: Environmental Issues, Indiana University, Teaching and Learning, Rosh Hashanah, Haiti
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A rescue like no other: Eight agencies help save woman's life in Lake Michigan
WSBT TV ReporterA remarkable rescue on Lake Michigan: Rescue teams from three townships, two states, two 911 dispatch centers and the Coast Guard saved a Mishawaka woman's life after her kayak overturned on the Fourth of July. At 5 a.m. Wednesday, Lilia Barriga left...Tags: Hypothermia, Telecommunication Service, Cell Phones, Sports
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Life-link: Kayaker meets 911 dispatcher who helped save her
WSBT TV ReporterAsking a complete stranger to sing “Jingle Bells,” recite the alphabet or count to 10 might seem silly and strange. But a Mishawaka 911 dispatcher did just that and more for an hour to try and keep a woman alive Wednesday after her boat...Tags: Lake Michigan, Entertainment, Hypothermia, Music, Sports
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Downed trees, rising waters lead to river warnings
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY — Area firefighters hope everyone learned a lesson after five people were rescued from a swollen and dangerous Elkhart River Tuesday
Because of the strong currents and debris underwater, firefighters are urging people to stay...Tags: Sports
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Man, teenager drown in failed Huron River rescue
MILFORD, Mich. (AP) — Police say a 48-year-old man drowned in an unsuccessful effort to rescue a 16-year-old boy whose canoe overturned in choppy water at the base of a dam. Milford police said Sunday they got a call about 1 p.m. Saturday to a site...Tags: Sports
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Man, teenager who drowned in failed rescue IDed
MILFORD, Mich. (AP) — Authorities have identified a man who drowned in an unsuccessful effort to rescue a 16-year-old boy whose canoe overturned in choppy water at the base of a dam in Michigan. The Oakland Press of Pontiac and the Detroit Free...Tags: Freedom of the Press, Politics, Sports
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Fish for Free on Memorial Day, but be safe on the water
With the Memorial Day weekend upon us, many families annually head to state parks to get their picnic and swim on. Beltzville State Park issued a press release earlier this week regarding visitor safety and parking. Parking is not permitted on Pohopoco...Tags: Memorial Day, State Parks, Gardens and Parks, Cabela's Inc., Travel
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Connecticut Celebrates 107 Parks, 100 Years
The Hartford CourantIt was 1918, five years after the Connecticut State Park Commission was created and charged with developing a statewide system of parks. Even though the commission was presented within its first year of existence with a grand plan identifying ideal park...Tags: State Parks, Lobbying, Gardens and Parks, Cross Country Skiing, Travel
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Guide to Memorial Day events in Orlando area
Through Tuesday Fallen Floridians Memorial Cross Tribute: 10 a.m.-8 p.m. daily; Lawton House, 200 W. Broadway St., Oviedo. More than 370 crosses will be on display, honoring Florida soldiers who have died while serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Details:...
Tags: Vietnam War (1955-1975), Winter Springs, Memorial Day, Korean War (1950-1953), Teresa Jacobs
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Somerset County Where to Go for May 23
Fireman’s Adventure Race The Fireman’s Adventure Race June 1, includes a 5 kilometer walk/run through town that will also include some off-pavement terrain. The start and finish for the 5k will be at the Rockwood Fire Department. Breakfast...Tags: Memorial Day, State Parks, Museums, Agricultural Research and Technology, Cross Country Skiing
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Florida Travel Tips & Deals
Special CorrespondentCheck this list often as new tips, events and deals around Florida come in: Culinary features on Anna Maria Island Mainsail Beach Inn on Florida’s Anna Maria Island has partnered with the Beach Bistro to offer a number of culinary luxuries to...Tags: New Orleans Saints, Breast Cancer, Ringo Starr, Environmental Politics, Satellite and Cable Service
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