Archive for October, 2011

Student Corner: St. Cat’s students Walk with a Purpose

RACINE – It started with each student getting a T-shirt.

Some tall tales from timbercutter

TIMBERCUTTER Harold West experienced some unusual events during his lifetime.

Some tall tales from timbercutter

TIMBERCUTTER Harold West experienced some unusual events during his lifetime.

Most Complex Character in the `Shrek’ Universe, Puss, Wears Boots that Walk All Over Halloweeen Weekend Box Office …

Go Puss! “Puss in Boots,” an offshoot of the “Shrek” cash cow managed to set a record for the biggest Halloween box office gross despite the onset of a surprisingly early nor’easter that literally kept millions of potential dollars and plastic cards at…

Couple left shocked by big cat sighting near Haslingden reservoir

A COUPLE have spoken of their shock after seeing a mysterious big black cat chase their dog near a Rossendale beauty spot.

Volunteers/Donations Needed, 10/30

Animal shelters MaxFund Cat Shelter, 720 W. 10th Ave., 720-266-6081; MaxFund Dog Shelter, 1025 Galapago St., 303-595-4917; have volunteer opportunities available for individuals or families including: dog walking, cat socialization, bathing/grooming, d…

Pensioner kills neighbour’s cat with air rifle as it was chasing birds away

Retired builder, Eric Reeves (pictured) shot his neighbour’s cat with an air rifle because it was chasing birds in his garden in Bradenham near Dereham, Norfolk.

In animal shelters, some suffer from Black Cat Syndrome

If a black cat — or even a black dog — crosses someone’s path at an animal shelter, chances are that animal will be overlooked. The reasons vary from superstitions to photography issues.

Ben’s Cat not supplemented to Turf Sprint

When the Breeders’ Cup announces the horses nominated to next weekend’s 15 races at Churchill Downs Wednesday morning, the list will not include Laurel Park-based Ben’s Cat in the Turf Sprint.

Laurel Park: Ben’s Cat stays home for Laurel Dash

Instead of packing their bags and heading to Churchill Downs in quest of the $1 million jackpot up for grabs in the Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint, trainer King Leatherbury and his star 5-year-old Ben’s Cat will be staying home to shoot for a consolatio…