LAWRENCE: Police blotter

A Drift Avenue resident reported the theft of three motorcycles, worth a combined $2,600, from a locked shed in the back yard of his home that occurred between 3 a.m. and 4 a.m. Jan. 27. The thief forced his way into the shed.

Stamford tragedy points to need for fire safety awareness

Stamford that took the lives of three children and their grandparents is a ghastly reminder about the need for fire safety. Stamford fire officials say the fire was caused by fireplace ashes and embers that had been placed in the rear corner of the house near a mudroom and trash bin enclosure. The hardwired fire alarm system was not connected, and it was not certain t hat the home had battery ...

News of record for Jan. 20, 2012

WEDNESDAY 8:24 a.m., Sonora area — Someone on the Mono Way exit of Highway 108 said there was a small dog wearing a cape or jacket near the roadway. The caller was concerned the dog may be lost or run into traffic.

How Smart Devices will Change Hospitality Technology | By Les Spielman

Over the past 25 + years of attending the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) I have witnessed the birth, and quick demise of many new technology innovations. One item that I recall fondly was the first showing of an item called "Bluetooth". I was immediately struck with the possibilities of this new technology, that I spent most of CES at the Ericsson booth. I could see how it could be used in ...