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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2009
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Breeding dogs in a Pennsylvania puppy mill - www.mlar.org.  (PRNewsFoto/Main Line Animal Rescue)
Breeding dogs in a Pennsylvania puppy mill - www.mlar.org. (PRNewsFoto/Main Line Animal Rescue)   (Associated Press)
Amber Hibbs, 19, sleeps in the car while she waits for her friends at the Joyce Kilmer rest area on the New Jersey turnpike Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in East Brunswick, N.J., as they travel from Philadelphia to spend Thanksgiving with friends in New York.  (AP Photo/Mel Evans)
Amber Hibbs, 19, sleeps in the car while she waits for her friends at the Joyce Kilmer rest area on the New Jersey turnpike Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in East Brunswick, N.J., as they travel from Philadelphia...   (Associated Press)
Boxer Bernard Hopkins, left, gives away Thanksgiving turkeys in honor of officers killed in the line duty, at the 35th District Police Station in Philadelphia, on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Boxer Bernard Hopkins, left, gives away Thanksgiving turkeys in honor of officers killed in the line duty, at the 35th District Police Station in Philadelphia, on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. (AP Photo/Matt...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Saturday March 22, 2008, file photo, the decommissioned aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy makes it's way up the Delaware River near Philadelphia guided by tug boats.  The U.S. Navy plans to donate the retired aircraft carrier as a museum or memorial. (AP Photo/ Joseph...
FILE - In this Saturday March 22, 2008, file photo, the decommissioned aircraft carrier USS John F. Kennedy makes it's way up the Delaware River near Philadelphia guided by tug boats. The U.S. Navy plans...   (Associated Press)
A traveler makes his way through 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, the day before Thanksgiving. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
A traveler makes his way through 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, the day before Thanksgiving. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)   (Associated Press)
Travelers make their way through the 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, the day before Thanksgiving. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Travelers make their way through the 30th Street Station in Philadelphia, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, the day before Thanksgiving. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)   (Associated Press)
People load their luggage under a bus before boarding two days before the Thanksgiving holiday in Philadelphia, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
People load their luggage under a bus before boarding two days before the Thanksgiving holiday in Philadelphia, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)   (Associated Press)
The Mark of Excellence: Bud Tyler, vice president of new business development for The E F Precision Group accepts the Manufacturer of the Year Award from Mark Basla, vice president of marketing and business development for DVIRC at the Greater Philadelphia Chamber of Commerce's 27th annual Small Business Excellence Awards...
The Mark of Excellence: Bud Tyler, vice president of new business development for The E F Precision Group accepts the Manufacturer of the Year Award from Mark Basla, vice president of marketing and business...   (Associated Press)
In this Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009 photo, iSkin Vibes protective coverings for mobile phones are shown in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
In this Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009 photo, iSkin Vibes protective coverings for mobile phones are shown in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)   (Associated Press)
In this Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009 photo, shown is the TomTom app for iPhone displayed with car kit, in Philadelphia. The iPhone is sold separately. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
In this Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009 photo, shown is the TomTom app for iPhone displayed with car kit, in Philadelphia. The iPhone is sold separately. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)   (Associated Press)
In this Monday, Nov. 9, 2009 photo, a MoGo Talk is shown in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
In this Monday, Nov. 9, 2009 photo, a MoGo Talk is shown in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)   (Associated Press)
In this Monday, Nov. 9, 2009 photo, the Griffin AirCurve, displayed with an iPhone, sold separately, is shown in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
In this Monday, Nov. 9, 2009 photo, the Griffin AirCurve, displayed with an iPhone, sold separately, is shown in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)   (Associated Press)
In this Monday, Nov. 9, 2009 photo, a Mophie Juice Pack Air rechargeable battery case for the iPhone is shown in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
In this Monday, Nov. 9, 2009 photo, a Mophie Juice Pack Air rechargeable battery case for the iPhone is shown in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)   (Associated Press)
In this Monday, Nov. 9, 2009 photo, a Joby Gorillamobile holding an iPhone, sold separately, is shown in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
In this Monday, Nov. 9, 2009 photo, a Joby Gorillamobile holding an iPhone, sold separately, is shown in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)   (Associated Press)
In this photo made Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009, Antionette Harris shops at a Target store in Philadelphia. Americans' confidence in the economy improved slightly in November, but they remain gloomy amid a weak job market heading into the holiday season. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
In this photo made Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009, Antionette Harris shops at a Target store in Philadelphia. Americans' confidence in the economy improved slightly in November, but they remain gloomy amid a...   (Associated Press)
A person crosses Broad Street in between rain showers in Philadelphia, Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
A person crosses Broad Street in between rain showers in Philadelphia, Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)   (Associated Press)
Jordan Orange, MD, pediatric immunologist at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.  (PRNewsFoto/The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia)
Jordan Orange, MD, pediatric immunologist at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia. (PRNewsFoto/The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia)   (Associated Press)
Vice President Joe Biden makes remarks during the annual breakfast of the Committee of Seventy in Philadelphia, Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. The organization is a nonpartisan election and governmental watchdog group that closely monitors political activity in the city. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Vice President Joe Biden makes remarks during the annual breakfast of the Committee of Seventy in Philadelphia, Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. The organization is a nonpartisan election and governmental watchdog...   (Associated Press)
Vice President Joe Biden speaks during the annual breakfast of the Committee of Seventy in Philadelphia, Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. The organization is a nonpartisan election and governmental watchdog group that closely monitors political activity in the city. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
Vice President Joe Biden speaks during the annual breakfast of the Committee of Seventy in Philadelphia, Monday, Nov. 23, 2009. The organization is a nonpartisan election and governmental watchdog group...   (Associated Press)
In this Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009 photo, a sign for a home for sale in Philadelphia is shown. October home sales are up 10.1 percent, beating expectations, as tax credit spurs sales.(AP Photo/Matt Rourke)
In this Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2009 photo, a sign for a home for sale in Philadelphia is shown. October home sales are up 10.1 percent, beating expectations, as tax credit spurs sales.(AP Photo/Matt Rourke)   (Associated Press)
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Boston Celtics' Rajon Rondo (9) shoots an uncontested baseline jumper late in the fourth quarter as teammate Eddie House (50) and the Philadelphia 76ers bench look on during an NBA basketball game in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. The Celtics beat the 76ers 113-110. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
Boston Celtics' Rajon Rondo (9) shoots an uncontested baseline jumper late in the fourth quarter as teammate Eddie House (50) and the Philadelphia 76ers bench look on during an NBA basketball game in...   (Associated Press)
Boston Celtics' Rajon Rondo (9) drives to the basket against Philadelphia 76ers' Willie Green, right, during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. The Celtics beat the 76ers 113-110. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
Boston Celtics' Rajon Rondo (9) drives to the basket against Philadelphia 76ers' Willie Green, right, during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. The Celtics...   (Associated Press)
Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce (34) drives to the basket ahead of Philadelphia 76ers' Willie Green (33) and into 76ers' Primoz Brezec, right, during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. The Celtics beat the 76ers 113-110. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce (34) drives to the basket ahead of Philadelphia 76ers' Willie Green (33) and into 76ers' Primoz Brezec, right, during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Wednesday,...   (Associated Press)
Boston Celtics' Kendrick Perkins, right, congratulates Paul Pierce (34) during a timeout in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009.  The Celtics beat the 76ers 113-110. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
Boston Celtics' Kendrick Perkins, right, congratulates Paul Pierce (34) during a timeout in the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Philadelphia 76ers in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009....   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia 76ers' Samuel Dalembert reacts after committing a foul late in the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Boston Celtics in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. The Celtics beat the 76ers 113-110.  (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
Philadelphia 76ers' Samuel Dalembert reacts after committing a foul late in the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Boston Celtics in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. The Celtics beat...   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia Flyers' Mike Richards looks to move past New York Islanders' Jack Hillen during the third period of an NHL hockey game Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, New York. The Flyers beat the Islanders 2-1. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Philadelphia Flyers' Mike Richards looks to move past New York Islanders' Jack Hillen during the third period of an NHL hockey game Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, New York. The Flyers beat the...   (Associated Press)
New York Islanders' Mark Streit, front, of Switzerland, is tripped as teammate Josh Bailey looks on during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, N.Y.  (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Islanders' Mark Streit, front, of Switzerland, is tripped as teammate Josh Bailey looks on during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers, Wednesday, Nov. 25,...   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia Flyers' Mike Richards, right, celebrates his goal with teammates during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, N.Y.  (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Philadelphia Flyers' Mike Richards, right, celebrates his goal with teammates during the second period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, N.Y....   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia Flyers' Scott Hartnell, left, celebrates his goal  with teammates Mike Richards, center, and Jeff Carter during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, N.Y. The Flyers won 2-1. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Philadelphia Flyers' Scott Hartnell, left, celebrates his goal with teammates Mike Richards, center, and Jeff Carter during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders, Wednesday,...   (Associated Press)
Philadelphia Flyers' Scott Hartnell celebrates his goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, N.Y. The Flyers won 2-1. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Philadelphia Flyers' Scott Hartnell celebrates his goal during the third period of an NHL hockey game against the New York Islanders, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, N.Y. The Flyers won 2-1. (AP...   (Associated Press)
New York Islanders' Kyle Okposo reacts after losing to the Philadelphia Flyers 2-1 in an NHL hockey game on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Islanders' Kyle Okposo reacts after losing to the Philadelphia Flyers 2-1 in an NHL hockey game on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)   (Associated Press)
Boston Celtics' Kendrick Perkins reaches for a loose ball after a turnover by Philadelphia 76ers' Willie Green during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
Boston Celtics' Kendrick Perkins reaches for a loose ball after a turnover by Philadelphia 76ers' Willie Green during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. (AP...   (Associated Press)
Boston Celtics' Ray Allen, left, forces a jump ball as Philadelphia 76ers' Jrue Holiday drives to the basket during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
Boston Celtics' Ray Allen, left, forces a jump ball as Philadelphia 76ers' Jrue Holiday drives to the basket during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. (AP Photo/Mary...   (Associated Press)
Boston Celtics' Kevin Garnett (5) reverses to the basket against Philadelphia 76ers' Samuel Dalembert during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm)
Boston Celtics' Kevin Garnett (5) reverses to the basket against Philadelphia 76ers' Samuel Dalembert during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Boston, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009. (AP Photo/Mary...   (Associated Press)
New York Islanders' Frans Nielsen, left, of Denmark, celebrates a goal by teammate Trent Hunter, not pictured, as Philadelphia Flyers goalie Brian Boucher lays on the ice during the first period of the NHL hockey game on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, New York.  (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Islanders' Frans Nielsen, left, of Denmark, celebrates a goal by teammate Trent Hunter, not pictured, as Philadelphia Flyers goalie Brian Boucher lays on the ice during the first period of the...   (Associated Press)
New York Islanders' Brendan Witt, left, fights with Philadelphia Flyers' Ian Laperriere during the first period of the NHL hockey game on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, New York.  (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Islanders' Brendan Witt, left, fights with Philadelphia Flyers' Ian Laperriere during the first period of the NHL hockey game on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, New York. (AP Photo/Seth...   (Associated Press)
New York Islanders' Trent Hunter, top, celebrates his goal with teammate Mark Streit during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale, New York.  (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
New York Islanders' Trent Hunter, top, celebrates his goal with teammate Mark Streit during the first period of an NHL hockey game against the Philadelphia Flyers on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, in Uniondale,...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Sept. 12, 2009 file photo, Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jamie Moyer looks on during a baseball game against the New York Mets in Philadelphia. Moyer has been hospitalized due to recurring symptoms from groin surgery in September. The team announced Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, that Moyer has...
FILE - In this Sept. 12, 2009 file photo, Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Jamie Moyer looks on during a baseball game against the New York Mets in Philadelphia. Moyer has been hospitalized due to recurring...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this June 20, 2009, file photo, Columbus Crew forward Alejandro Moreno (10) of Venezuela, dribbles the ball lduring a MLS soccer game against FC Dallas in Frisco, Texas. Moreno was among the 10 players selected by the Philadelphia Union in the MLS expansion draft on Wednesday, Nov....
FILE - In this June 20, 2009, file photo, Columbus Crew forward Alejandro Moreno (10) of Venezuela, dribbles the ball lduring a MLS soccer game against FC Dallas in Frisco, Texas. Moreno was among the...   (Associated Press)
FILE - This is a July 24, 2008, file photo showing Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Jon Runyan arriving for football training camp at Lehigh University, in Bethlehem, Pa. Runyan says he'll retire at the end of the season and launch a campaign for Congress in New Jersey's 3rd District. The...
FILE - This is a July 24, 2008, file photo showing Philadelphia Eagles offensive lineman Jon Runyan arriving for football training camp at Lehigh University, in Bethlehem, Pa. Runyan says he'll retire...   (Associated Press)
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  • Former Eagle Jon Runyan planing bid for Congress

    Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/26/2009 3:01:00 AM

    Former Eagles offensive lineman Jon Runyan plans to run for the U.S. House from South Jersey next year after finishing this football season with the San Diego Chargers. More »

  • Timing of proposed Cherry Hill fee hike irks many

    Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/26/2009 3:01:00 AM

    A proposed sewerage fee hike in Cherry Hill has drawn criticism that township leaders delayed announcing the increase until after the Nov. 3 council election. More »

  • Long adrift bottle found, but not the messenger

    Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/26/2009 3:01:00 AM

    A weekend stay in Ocean City, N.J., awaits the woman - if she can be found - who put a message in a two-liter soda bottle tossed off a pier there in 1985. More »

  • Lou Dobbs set his sights high in N.J.

    Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/26/2009 3:01:00 AM

    Former CNN anchor Lou Dobbs, who became controversial for his statements on illegal immigration, is considering a 2012 bid for a New Jersey U.S. Senate seat as an "intermediate step" to a possible presidential campaign, a spokesman said yesterday. More »

  • Former N.J. veterans official expected to plead guilty

    Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/26/2009 3:01:00 AM

    A former official with the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is expected to plead guilty Monday to falsifying information to receive military tax exemptions, officials said yesterday. More »

  • Jersey Shore sisters, tween pop stars, look for next step

    Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/26/2009 3:01:00 AM

    EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, N.J. - Their early notice as part of the tween singing group the Clique Girlz did not, as it turned out, catapult the Monroe sisters of South Jersey to Miley Cyrus heights (though it did lead to a move to Los Angeles, where their home is a couple of miles from Miley's). More »

  • Daniel Rubin: Once a failure, now a mentor

    Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/26/2009 3:01:00 AM

    As Bernadette Clapp handed out the test results, her classroom at George Washington High School fell still. It couldn't have been easy for her 10 special-ed students, being asked to explain each of their wrong answers on the Philadelphia School District's progress exam for junior English. More »

  • U. Darby driver held on $1 million bail

    Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/26/2009 3:01:00 AM

    A tearful and apologetic Lansdowne woman was taken to the Delaware County jail yesterday, a day after she drove her car into three boys walking home from school in Upper Darby, hitting one so hard he was knocked out of his shoes. More »

  • Germantown Settlement's troubles persist

    Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/26/2009 3:01:00 AM

    When the 90-year-old Germantown YWCA building went up for sale in 2006, there was one buyer willing to pay more than anyone else. More »

  • As boy faces debilitating illness, parents face deportation

    Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/26/2009 3:01:00 AM

    The disease likely to put 8-year-old Mohamed Ali Fathi in a wheelchair by his teens and end his life by 25 is in an early stage. When he runs, he falters. When he climbs stairs, he must press his palms against his thighs for extra lift. More »

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