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For working dogs, retirement can be a challenge Sunday, June 5, 2011 @ 2:34AMLOS ANGELES -- For nine years, Brac has worked like a dog at a private golf club, chasing geese and sparing members the indignity of goose poop in their spikes. But the 10-year-old black-and-white border collie has arthritis in his legs, cataracts ...
Summertime in Alaska: Partay! Saturday, June 4, 2011 @ 9:14PMWHEN THE dark, frigid days of winter finally recede in the Far North, Alaskans go wild in celebrating summer. You'd party, too, if you endured...
In memory of Grete Waitz Thursday, May 12, 2011 @ 6:37AMCrown Prince Haakon, Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg, competitors and fans were gathered at Bislet Stadium in Oslo on Wednesday at a ceremony to honour Norway's Queen of Marathon, Grete Waitz who died last month.
Sled dog racing association shuts doors Wednesday, May 11, 2011 @ 6:06PMBy Daniel Austin Canmore Leader After nearly two decades spent organizing sled dog races in the Bow Valley, the Alberta International Sled Dog...
Sunday, May 1, 2011 11:30 am Sunday, May 1, 2011 @ 1:47PMGlacier National Park officials recently announced the 2011 operating dates for Park concessioners. For general park information, visit online at www.nps.gov/glac or call 406-888-7800.
Welcome to ExxonMobil Bislett Games Thursday June 9th 2011 Saturday, April 30, 2011 @ 2:29AMUsain Bolt to run 200m at the ExxonMobil Bislett Games – Samsung Diamond League. The triple World record holder, Usain Bolt, will be competing in the ExxonMobil Bislett Games on 9 June in Oslo, Norway in the 200 metres.
Animal groups need to back off hard line Friday, April 29, 2011 @ 2:43PMRe: Banning sled-dog racing a necessary move, Letters, April 26.
Speed skater Johann Olav Koss knighted Tuesday, April 26, 2011 @ 1:00AMJohann Olav Koss, Norwegian Speedskating Legend and founder of Right to Play has been named Knight First Class of the Order of St. Olav by King Harald for his humanitarian efforts for youth and children within sports.
OSLO GRAND PRIX 2011 Date: Saturday 30th April Venue: Chateau Neuf Majorstua, Oslo, Norway Sunday, April 24, 2011 @ 2:29AMYou may also be interested in...
Pet store owner starts sled-dog rescue network Thursday, April 21, 2011 @ 5:28PMA Trail pet store owner’s passion to find good homes for displaced sled dogs has turned into a movement over night. Sarah Fulcher of Barks and Recreation Pet Services started up an online dedicated sled-dog rescue network to connect mushers and sled dog rescuers alike.
Arlington man finds relief in sled dog racing Monday, April 18, 2011 @ 5:00AMDominic Gaudin races toward the finish line of the first leg of a 75-mile dog sled race called Cascade Quest at the Lake Wenatchee Rec Club Friday afternoon. Gaudin, who lives in Arlington, races with a 6-dog sled team.
Beach Native Iditarod Racer Friday, April 15, 2011 @ 7:21PMA children's dentist, with a love for sled dog racing. A move to Alaska creates a passion for mushing. Beach native Kelly Maixner, can now call himself an Iditarod race finisher. Today Maixner is sharing some of the most memorable moments of the 1-tho
COLUMN: Animal protection far from adequate Friday, April 15, 2011 @ 2:26PMSaturday Beat
The Trysil Cycle Race Friday, April 15, 2011 @ 1:59AMThe Trysil Cycle Race will take place for the second time in 2011. The Trysil 1132 Top Ride, an 75-kilometre terrain race around Trysilfjellet and a special family race are on the agenda.
Welcome to Birkebeinerrittet 2011, August 27th Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 1:44AMBirkebeinerrittet is the world's largest cross country bicycle race with 18.000 participants. The course is 94,6 km long. Start in Rena and finish in Lillehammer.
Curling: Norway ready for the bronze medal game Sunday, April 10, 2011 @ 12:44AMNorway lost 6-7 to Scotland in Saturday's semifinal at the World Curling Championship in Regina, Canada, and will meet Sweden in the bronze-medal game on Sunday.
Fifth-grader saves up to dog-sled in Alaska Wednesday, April 6, 2011 @ 7:46AMAmanda McCloud loves a good adventure. She’s explored Mayan ruins in the Yucatan, hunted wild boar in Texas, hiked trails in Canada, and snorkeled with stingrays along the U.S., Mexico and British Wes
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Five Maine teams take on Labrador in Cain's Quest Friday, April 1, 2011 @ 10:42PMWhen it comes to tackling a challenge like the 1,500-mile Cain's Quest endurance snowmobile race there is no such thing as being too prepared. It takes months of marathon sessions in garages upgrading suspensions and boosting power on sleds; studying maps and computer models and organizing a thousand logistical details. ...
Shooting: Stenvåg 4th in Australia Wednesday, March 30, 2011 @ 1:44AMNorway's Harald Stenvaag (58) placed an encouraging fourth in the final of the men's 50 m 60 shots rifle shooting at the ISSF World Cup in Sydney, Australia on Tuesday.
Goals, perseverance can bring success with dogs and in life Tuesday, March 29, 2011 @ 2:24PMSled dog racing taught Kayla Corcoran how to live. Her whole attitude about life seems to be an extension of the lessons learned on her sled — lessons learned the easy way and the hard way.
Chicago Area Native Finishes 5th In Iditarod Monday, March 28, 2011 @ 6:51AMAn Evanston native will be back in town later this spring to talk about his adventures racing sled dogs in Alaska.
Dog sled racing: Mixed Relay gold for Norway Monday, March 28, 2011 @ 12:59AMNorway's team won gold in Mixed Relay, the final event of the the Sled Dog Racing World Championship at Holmenkollen on Sunday. Sweden secured silver and Finland bronze.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 - 13:04 Saturday, March 26, 2011 @ 9:03PMLAS VEGAS (AP) -- Kyle Busch and Tony Stewart are known for their racing success and explosive tempers. Most every problem on the track is followed by a profanity-laced rant, a tantrum and, in Busch's case, a meltdown right in the car that has at times prevented him from making a strong finish....
Brother's dog racing brings pride to Utah kin Friday, March 25, 2011 @ 2:18AMKent Jones is no professional marketer; he's never worked a day in PR in his life. His career is as a senior hearing officer...
Sled dog racing gold for Moen Friday, March 25, 2011 @ 1:44AMNorway's Svein Ivar Moen won gold in the men's Sled Dog Racing World Championship, senior skijoring - 1 dog, at Holmenkollen, Norway on Thursday. Timo Silvoa of Sweden won silver and Norway's Yngve Hoel bronze.
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 - 13:04 Thursday, March 24, 2011 @ 5:33PMPULLMAN (AP) -- Washington State basketball coach Ken Bone said he will decide some time today if suspended star Klay Thompson will be allowed to play in the Pacific-10 basketball tournament.
State's historical collections features Iditarod in online exhibit Thursday, March 24, 2011 @ 6:12AMAlaska State Library’s Historical Collections has a new online exhibit to honor the 2011 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race, which was won in record time by John Baker. Baker, an Inupiaq, drove a team of dogs born and trained on the coast near his hometown of Kotzebue.
Mushing couple wins sportsmanship, humanitarian awards Monday, March 21, 2011 @ 3:10PMFor many dog mushing kennels, earning an honor at the Iditarod's post-race banquet is a once-in-a-lifetime thrill. But on Sunday, Allen Moore and wife Aliy Zirkle of Skunk's Place Kennel in Two Rivers earned two of the race's most coveted awards.
Sports in Brief: Djokovic upsets No. 1 Nadal Monday, March 21, 2011 @ 3:09AMNovak Djokovic beat top-ranked Rafael Nadal, 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, to win the BNP Paribas Open title on Sunday in Indian Wells, Calif., keeping the Serbian undefeated this year. Djokovic improved to 18-0, including victories at the Australian Open and in Dubai l
Jackman student to be honored with Principal's Award Monday, March 21, 2011 @ 12:08AMJACKMAN — Sadie Theriault, a senior at Forest Hills High School, has been selected to receive the 2011 Principal's Award.
Mushers meet the trail on first day of Open North American Championship Saturday, March 19, 2011 @ 2:52AMFAIRBANKS — Things couldn’t be much closer after the first day of the Open North American Championship sled dog race. With 20 miles of racing under their belts, the top three mushers in the 64th a...
Harry Reid Learns About Dog Sled Races on NPR Friday, March 18, 2011 @ 3:10PMSenate Majority Leader Harry Reid never fails to entertain. Last week he defended the National Endowment for the Humanities because of subsidies to a Cowboy Poetry conclave. Now he is defending NPR because of dog sled racing. Contributor: Mark Whittington Published: Mar 18, 2011
Sunday, March 6, 2011 - 02:05 Friday, March 18, 2011 @ 2:32PMThere were some changes on the steelhead fishing scene at the close of February. At the end of the month, our smaller rivers and branches of other streams closed for the season. March is a time when fishing locations become somewhat limited. This month is also a time of transition in our region....
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 - 13:04 Friday, March 18, 2011 @ 2:32PMMontesano athletes honored Sean McNealley, Bobbi Fry and Johnny Wood won the Most Valuable Player awards in their respective sports at Montesano High School winter sports awards dinners recently. Major awards: Girls Basketball: MVP -- Bobbi Fry. Best Defense -- Charlee Jo Ackley. Most Improved --...
For teacher, smiles at Iditarod Thursday, March 17, 2011 @ 11:16PMWood River Valley teacher Trent Herbst finished the 1,150-mile Iditarod dogsled race in Alaska early Thursday morning, placing 25th in the grueling competition.
Village mushers, women finished strong this year Thursday, March 17, 2011 @ 9:42PMPaced by champion John Baker of Kotzebue, the 2011 Iditarod saw a resurgence of mushers who live off the road system. The last such musher to win was Libby Riddles, who lived in Teller when she won the 1985 race.
Village mushers and women finished strong this year Thursday, March 17, 2011 @ 9:42PMLed by champion John Baker of Kotzebue, the 2011 Iditarod saw a resurgence of mushers who live off the road system. Women also had one of their best years.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011 - 12:04 Thursday, March 17, 2011 @ 1:31PMMIAMI (AP) -- Erik Spoelstra vowed to keep the Miami Heat fighting. Chris Bosh acknowledged he needs to do more and lobbied to get more opportunities. LeBron James and Dwyane Wade insisted their confidence remains high. The Heat script hasn't changed much lately. Nor have the results, as Miami's...
Stanley sled dog races successful Thursday, March 17, 2011 @ 11:06AMThe second annual Stanley Sled Dog Rendezvous was successful and fun, according to mushers, spectators and volunteers who spoke to The Challis Messenger.
City Council Candidates File Finance Reports Wednesday, March 16, 2011 @ 6:54PMWhile a few of the candidates chose not to fund raise, candidate Jacob Richards reported raising the most.
National sports digest Wednesday, March 16, 2011 @ 7:31AMFootball Goodell wants mediation NEW YORK — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell doesn't expect labor talks to resume until after a U.S. District Court judge rules on the players' injunction to stop the lockout.
Baker captures Iditarod Wednesday, March 16, 2011 @ 4:40AMAlaska native first Eskimo to win race
John Baker wins his first Iditarod Wednesday, March 16, 2011 @ 2:01AMWednesday March 16, 2011 The Associated Press NOME, Alaska -- John Baker crossed the finish line first Tuesday in the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race to reclaim the title of Iditarod champion for an Alaska Native musher. Baker, 48, of Kotzebue steered his dog team down the main drag in this gold rush town on Alaska’s western coast to win the 1,150-mile race from Anchorage to Nome,
John Baker Racing To Iditarod Finish In Nome Tuesday, March 15, 2011 @ 9:33AMAlaska native musher John Baker is racing to Nome in a position to win the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race Tuesday in record time.
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John Baker racing to Iditarod finish in Nome Tuesday, March 15, 2011 @ 8:28AMIditarod musher John Baker arrives at the Kaltag checkpoint during the 2011 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race Saturday, March, 12, 2011, in Kaltag, Alaska. (AP Photo/The Anchorage Daily News, Bob Hallinen)
John Baker racing to Iditarod finish in Nome Tuesday, March 15, 2011 @ 8:27AMOne of Iditarod musher John Baker's dog at the Kaltag checkpoint during the 2011 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race Saturday, March, 12, 2011, in Kaltag, Alaska. (AP Photo/The Anchorage Daily News, Bob Hallinen)
John Baker racing to Iditarod finish in Nome Tuesday, March 15, 2011 @ 8:06AMNOME, Alaska - Alaska native musher John Baker is racing to Nome in a position to win the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog...
John Baker racing to Iditarod finish in Nome Tuesday, March 15, 2011 @ 8:04AMIditarod musher John Baker arrives at the Kaltag checkpoint during the 2011 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race Saturday, March, 12, 2011, in Kaltag, Alaska.