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Kidnapped Nigeria girls taken to Islamist stronghold

Wed, 5:57pm

Maiduguri (Nigeria) (AFP) - The Nigerian schoolgirls kidnapped by Boko Haram were taken to a stronghold of the Islamist group, parents said on Wednesday, as the military confirmed that 129 students had been abducted. The girls said they ran after getting permission from the gunmen to use the bathroom and were helped back to Chibok by nomadic herdsmen from the Fulani ethnic group.

US readies sanctions on Russia, aid for Ukraine

Wed, 5:50pm

Bale leads Madrid 2-1 past Barca for Copa del Rey

Wed, 5:48pm

VALENCIA, Spain (AP) — Gareth Bale's late gallop and goal sealed Real Madrid its 19th Copa del Rey title on Wednesday in a thrilling 2-1 win over Barcelona, as the Welshman filled the void left by the injured Cristiano Ronaldo to claim his first career trophy.

After Hours: Google shares fall on earnings miss

Wed, 5:20pm

NewsWatch: Hate your bank? Here’s why you won’t switch

Wed, 5:00pm

Market Snapshot: U.S. stocks rally; S&P 500 positive for the year

Wed, 4:59pm

Nigerian authorities search for more than 100 abducted girls

Wed, 5:57pm

The mass abduction by heavily armed Boko Haram Islamists late Monday came just hours after a bomb exploded in Abuja, killing 75 people.

Nigerian military: Most abducted schoolgirls freed

Wed, 5:19pm

Still searching for eight students abducted by Islamist Boko Haram militants.

Ferry sinks off South Korea; 6 dead, 290 missing

Wed, 4:46pm

MOKPO, South Korea (AP) — Koo Bon-hee could see the exit. For half an hour, as the doomed ferry filled with water and listed severely on its side, the crew told passengers to wait for rescuers.

6th Annual Home, Garden and Business Show

Wed, 7:00pm

The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce is please to announce their 6th Annual Home, Garden and Business Show; The Really Big Show! (with some food, wine and crafts, too) scheduled for April 25, noon to 8pm and April 26, 9am to 4pm at Cheel Arena in Potsdam. Once again, National Arbor Day is on the first day of our Show, making it a perfect chance for our local nurseries, garden centers and florists to kick off Spring and the planting season! Admission is $3.00 per person. For more information visit www.northcountryguide.com or call 315-386-4000.

6th Annual Home, Garden and Business Show; The Really Big Show

Wed, 7:00pm

The St. Lawrence County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce details for our 6th Annuanl Home, Garden and Business Show;    ( with some food, wine and crafts, too)The Really Big Show, scheduled for April 25 & 26, 2014. Once again, National Arbor Day is on the first day of our show, making it a perfect chance for our local nurseries, garden centers and florists to kick off Spring and the plainting season! Held at the Cheel Arena in Potsdam. Friday hours 12noon to 4pm, Saturday hours 9am to 4pm. Admission is $3.00. For more information call the St. Lawrence County Chamber at 386-4000.

Author Speaks at Meetinghouse Museum

Wed, 7:00pm

John Austin, author of the book, St. Lawrence County in the War of 1812, will speak at Meetinghouse Museum in Dekalb Junction at 7pm. His lecture is free and open to the public. The museum is across from the Hermon/Dekalb School at 679 East Dekalb Rd. While compiling a list of area soldiers who fought in the war, Austin uncovered some interesting stories. He will share these with his audience. The talk is sponsored by the Dekalb Historical Association,anyone interested in joining the association is encouraged to attend the business meeting after the lecture.