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For crew of 2,100-passenger cruise ship, frenetic ‘turnaround day' in Seattle starts and ends the journey
It's 5:45 a.m., and Elliott Bay is quiet as the first glimpse of morning light greets the arrival of the Eurodam, the biggest cruise ship Holland America Line sails out of Seattle. It pulls into Smith Cove like a floating skyscraper, dwarfing the longshoremen who stand ready to tie it off to Pier 91. Inside the 936-foot-long vessel, there's a whirl of activity on the third of the ship's 14 levels.
Football Roundup: Linton Hotspur 3 – 1 Dalkeith Thistle
A really entertaining EOS Second Division encounter at a pristine New Moor Park saw Linton Hotspur overturn a half-time deficit to defeat promotion-chasing Dalkeith Thistle 3–1, pulling further clear of the three sides below them in the table. The opening 20 minutes were a slow burn, with both sides sparring in midfield and the goalkeepers largely untroubled.
Football Roundup: Musselburgh Athletic v Whitburn
A decent afternoon for football at Olivebank saw Whitburn travel to face last season’s Premier Division champions, Musselburgh Athletic, in the opening fixture of the new campaign. Given how tightly contested their meetings were last season, it came as no surprise that this encounter followed suit. The early stages were frantic, with neither side managing to settle or create much rhythm.
Football Roundup: Whitehill Welfare v Linton Hotspur
Pre-Season Friendly: Whitehill Welfare 4–2 Linton Hotspur Written by Derek Hall Whitehill Welfare emerged victorious in an entertaining pre-season friendly against Linton Hotspur at Peffermill on a bright but breezy day. Both teams used the match as an opportunity to build fitness ahead of the new season, and it provided a number of talking points. The match began with a lively tempo, and it was Whitehill who made the early breakthrough.
Herron Shines in the Wind as Dunipace Advance in EOS League Cup
The Linton Hotspur 0-2 Dunipace A second round EOS League Cup tie saw the pairing of two form teams at New Moor Park, as a Linton Hotspur team who took the scalp of Premier side Edinburgh University in the previous round and who are riding high in the third division, hosted another Premier side. Dunipace came calling, and their current fifth place in the top tier shows they are a quality outfit.
Preston Athletic Hold Firm for Vital Win Over Newtongrange Star
Preston Athletic 1-0 Newtongrange Star An EOS First Division clash at Pennypitt Park saw a Preston Athletic side looking for points to start pulling them away from the bottom three, while Newtongrange Star were very much in the hunt for a top-three finish. This was a huge game, whichever camp you were in.
Match Report: Dalkeith Thistle 1-5 Bo’ness Athletic
An interesting 2nd Round King Cup tie saw Dalkeith Thistle welcome Bo’ness Athletic to Kings Park, and it was a finely balanced affair until the visitors eventually took control as the second half wore on. An early long kick-out from Bo’ness keeper Sam Ramsbottom had his centre-forward Michael Weir interested briefly, but a single bounce took it into the arms of home keeper Jamie Newman.
Match Report: Newtongrange Star 3-1 Arniston Rangers
Newtongrange Star 3-1 Arniston Rangers A Midlothian derby to end the year brought out a healthy crowd at New Victoria Park as almost 400 turned up to watch Newtongrange Star hosting their great rivals Arniston Rangers.
Match Report: Easthouses Lily 3-2 Harthill Royal
Easthouses Lily 3-2 Harthill Royal In truly horrendous conditions with squally showers punctuating play and a gale blowing all afternoon, both Easthouses Lily and Harthill Royal take great credit from a King Cup tie which produced plenty of excitement and hung in the balance right to the end.
'This Is F'n Crazy' — Dwayne Johnson Offers Help To UFC Fighter With Only $7 In Bank Account Before A Fight
New University of Colorado head coach Deion Sanders has made claims of star cornerback Travis Hunter being offered a significant sum to play elsewhere. The former NFL CB famously pipped Hunter from Florida State, pulling off what was arguably the biggest flip in college football history. But Hunter only played a single season for JSU as Sanders would leave for Boulder late last year, taking a number of players with him, including his son Shedeur Sanders.
Match Report: Hibs take three points with win over Hearts
An action packed SWPL1 Edinburgh derby at Tynecastle had the 3508 fans present on the edge of their seats till the final whistle in a fascinating fixture as Hearts went looking for revenge against capital rivals Hibs who had won the previous encounter at Easter Road, writes Derek Hall.
Tranent take all three points in close game against Newtongrange Star
On a glorious afternoon, an important EOS Premier fixture at pristine Foresters Park saw Tranent take on Newtongrange Star with the home side looking to get back to equal top spot alongside unbeaten Penicuik whilst for rock bottom Star, it was more simple, start getting points on the board, and quickly.
Ice hockey - tough Sol in to beef up Clan
Canadian defenceman Cody Sol is the 11th recruit for Glasgow Clan, sponsored by Aspray Glasgow West. The six foot six, no-nonsense blue-liner will give the Clan some physical presence and he said: “It’s an exciting opportunity for me after playing in this league (East Coast Hockey League) for nine years. “I’d heard so much from my friends who have played overseas that I wanted to come over and do it myself.
Women’s Football: SWPL Cup roundup
Hibs, Hearts and Spartans women were all in SWPL Cup action yesterday with two teams recording wins. An intriguing SWPL Cup group match at Oriam saw Hearts hosting a St Johnstone side who narrowly missed out on promotion to the Premier League last season. Early signs for the home side were good as a Holly Aitchison corner saw Lia Tweedie’s header held by Saints keeper Becky Cameron and on four minutes, Claire Delworth’s corner picked out Georgia Hunter but the header went wide.
Musselburgh pick up three points in five goal thriller against Jeanfield
On a warm, humid afternoon, a cracking EOS Premier Division match was in prospect at Olivebank with two teams playing for the opportunity of going third in the table, and also for the home fans, their first sight of new player manager Joe Hamill wearing the blue of Musselburgh. However, the home side made a dreadful start and conceded two avoidable goals in the first 11 minutes.
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November 1, 2016 | The Hornet – Serving Fullerton College Since 1922
Review: FC’s Symphonic Winds performance left the audience breathless The musical ensemble included brass, woodwind and string families, which worked together to bring the concert to life. Read More Veterans of Fullerton College These everyday Fullerton College students give us an insight to their inner struggles, hopes, and plans for the future.
March 21, 2016 | The Hornet – Serving Fullerton College Since 1922
House of Cards is back, and more ruthless than ever Without his wife and greatest ally, Claire, Frank Underwood remains as ruthless as ever as he struggles to survive a withering campaign against presidential hopefuls for 2016. Read More Schulz officially named FC President The North Orange County Community College District has chosen a familiar face for the Fullerton College presidency.
March 3, 2016 | The Hornet – Serving Fullerton College Since 1922
Where is the healthy food on campus? Pizza, tater tots, fried chicken and burritos galore; but where can we find wholesome options? Read More African-American forum opens dialogue Derek HallChelena GadsonMarch 3, 2016 African-American men and women thrust into decades of racial fabrication. Read More Fuller House: Binge or Bust Fuller House premiered as a Netflix original series on Friday, Feb. 26.
February 18, 2016 | The Hornet – Serving Fullerton College Since 1922
Three internet of things devices to try in 2016 The busy lives of students can be simplified by converting appliances into smart appliances with control from smart phones. Read More Rival Sons’ gospel electrifies Santa Ana Christian MesarosDerek HallFebruary 18, 2016 Rival Sons “keep on swinging” amidst loss of a key family member and ill fevered lead singer.
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