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Bookcases need to filled at Cambridge school

New shelving units and bookcases need to be filled up with new books and magazines.

The new shelving units have been acquired by Cambridge Elementary School from the Kwik Shop and now the school’s principal is appealing to the local community for some help.

Shelly Logston is hoping that the bookcases and shelving can be filled with books and magazines donated from those living in the local area.

These books or magazines do not need to be brand new either as the school is happy to accept used items to fill its new shelves.

Choosing the Best Fencing

Whether you need to put a fence around an industrial park, a construction zone, a school, or some other area, you may not be sure what kind of fencing is best. Here are some considerations that may help you to decide on the best fencing.

A Slippery Subject: The Festive Beginner’s Guide to Ice Skating

Buying a pair of ice skates is simple, and probably a lot more fun that the eight million falls the average novice skater will go through on their first spin out on the ice!

The Bluffing Parent’s Guide to Urban Sports

When the kids come home on their BMX’s and inline skates, and start blabbering about tricks and moves, the odds are good that no parent will really ever understand or mutter anything further than “Really? That’s nice dear” But in the interests of freaking-out the kids with a little knowledge (it’s so much fun!) here’s a crash course in BMX and inline skating!

Filling the Afterschool Void: Urban Sports and High School

In Japan, most high school kids are required to engage in at least one afterschool activity (up to five occasions per week), whilst attending cram school an average of three nights per week. In the UK things are a little different. The afterschool void is often filled idly watching TV, messing about on the internet or loafing around the house with indeterminate intention.

Motoring lawyers can help keep you on the road

So the dreaded letter arrives. Dear Mr Smith, you’ve been caught speeding. Please pay the sixty pound fine and three points will be added to your license. So what can you do? You’ve got nine points already. You need to drive for your job and to take your family places. Twelve points is going to mean a ban which will be a total disaster.

Outstanding outdoor furniture

It is not as easy to purchase truly outstanding outdoor furniture as it may appear. Garden furniture has become ubiquitous but many items which may seem as if they are great value for money and may also look attractive do not stand the tests of the elements and need to be replaced after a harsh winter in time for the summer barbecue season.

What you need to know about bodybuilding supplements

There are a significant number of bodybuilding supplements available on the market today. All will most likely claim to deliver fast repair and recovery, and extol how they can build muscle mass quickly and efficiently. However, it is easy to get confused as to how each works and what benefits they can bring. As a … Read more

How to help your kids with their sports nutrition

Getting children involved in sports from a young age is always going to be a positive step. Helping them to develop physically and mentally, sports can also help to motivate them in other areas of their life. If there seems to be an interest in really taking up the sport more seriously, it is important to keep an eye on their nutrition.

Make your stay in London extra special with a boutique hotel…

London is a must see tourist destination. It’s one of the most historic and exciting cities in the entire world. Visit world famous museums and galleries or check out exciting attractions like the London eye. No wonder people flock to the city from every corner of the globe.

What to do if you test positive for a STD

Whether you have been careless or just had an accident, the feeling of knowing you are infected with a STD is often devastating. One of the first things you should do is visit a GUM clinic to get tested, and once you know the situation you are faced with, you can deal with it properly.

Conquer Any Winter Wonderland with Sassy Womens Shoes

It’s true that with the right pair of shoes, a girl can take on the world, and with all the beautiful options available from Quiz this season, you’ll be struggling to decide which pair to dominate with every time you open your closet. Stilettos, boots, flats: whatever your usual weapon of choice, their website has plenty to tempt by way of womens shoes.

“Unusual” fancy dress costume secures first place

Fancy dress is always a hit at social gatherings and it can add a whole new dimension to them.
Sometimes, competitions are run to see which fancy dress costumes are the most effective, with prizes handed out to the winners.

Telephone answering services ‘can make firms more successful’

Having a telephone answering service can make a company more successful, it has been suggested.According to comments made by freelance writer Erica Ronchetti, consumers can be put off if they ring a firm only to be immediately put on hold without being given any options. Indeed, this can lead them to hang up and seek the product or service they are after elsewhere, she noted.

Telephone answering with a difference

Telephone answering services are used by many firms these days. Such call handling offerings enable companies to get on with their tasks without the disruption of having to deal with enquiries. At the same time, they ensure they will not lose business because customers could not get in touch with them.

A brief history of Doc Martens boots

Everyone recognises them and most of us have owned a pair at one time or another or at least wished we did. Doc Martens are the essential boots of choice for punk rockers, goths, hippies, students, clubbers, and anyone involved in almost any subculture. They’ve been around for decades and the Doc Marten phenomenon shows no sign of slowing down.

Quick Guide: Star Gazing Terms and Definitions

Investing in a pair of binoculars or an astronomical telescope is certainly along the right path for a successful life of star gazing. The UK’s winter sky is stunning to behold during every season, but during long winter night she’s really shows-off!

Winter Activities: Exploring the Night Sky

Finding something to occupy the kids’ eager minds during the chilly winter months can be troublesome. An under-utilised but ever-present resource is the winter night sky of the northern hemisphere. Stargazing is free (aside from investment in a pair of binoculars or an astronomical telescope) and offers the chance of an activity every member of the family can enjoy from a deckchair!

Survivin acetylation linked to STAT3 inhibition

STAT3 and Survivin antibodies are widely used in apoptosis and cancer research studies. Both proteins are known to inhibit apoptosis and are expressed in a number of cancers. In 2006, Gritsko et al suggested STAT3 regulated Survivin expression in tumour cells. Now, a new study by Browns University scientists suggests a role for acetylated Survivin in repressing STAT activity.

The role of EGFR in cell migration and division

EGFR, or Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor is a member of the ErbB family, a tyrosine kinase receptor known to affect cellular growth and differentiation. EGFR antibodies are widely used in cancer research, as mutations of the protein can lead to uncontrolled cell division, a precursor of tumour formation.

Super Sports supplements

Supplements are regularly used nowadays by amateur and professional sportspeople alike.

Sports nutrition on the go

The modern world is hectic and busy and sportspeople of all kinds can often find it difficult to maintain the discipline of a disciplined diet in the midst of a hectic working life.

Ski Holidays: What About Avalanches?

For those who have hit the dry ski slopes and are worried about the safety aspects of taking the plunge into the elements that comes with proper skiing, it is important to understand just how safe you are likely to be. With careful precautions and choosing the right slopes along with the right watchful eye, the chances are you will avoid any accidents, so the only thing left to worry about is avalanches.

Plans for log cabins in East Yorkshire met with concerns

Log Cabins and a holiday village could be approved if a local developer has his plans approved.

Keeping care of your fascias

Fascias are an essential part of the outside of any building, although it is most likely that you are not consciously aware of their existence, unless you are involved in the building trade. Nevertheless, this does not diminish how important they are and in order to keep any building in working order, they need to be properly maintained.