Afghan clash kills Kaneohe Marine, 21 Aug 19, 2009
Three 2nd Battalion riflemen -- Sgt. Jay M. Hoskins, 24, of Paris, Texas; Lance Cpl. James D. Argentine, 23, of Farmingdale, N.Y.; and Lance Cpl. Travis T. Babine, 20, of San Antonio -- were killed in Farah province when a roadside bomb struck their vehicle on Aug. 6 ... Three 2nd Battalion riflemen -- Sgt. Jay M. Hoskins, 24, of Paris, Texas; Lance Cpl. James D. Argentine, 23, of Farmingdale, N.Y.; and Lance Cpl. Travis T. Babine, 20, of San Antonio -- were killed in Farah province when a... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
GIVE US LIBERTY: PELOSI'S HISTORY LESSON Aug 13, 2009
GIVE US LIBERTY: PELOSI'S HISTORY LESSON - New York Post. Thursday, August 13, 2009 Last Update: 05:10 AM EDT. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Scope of drug problems spans beyond the suburbs Aug 5, 2009
or Farmingdale, Long Island, is insulting to the numerous kids who die every year in inner cities or other countries as a result of drug violence. It is also untrue to pretend that these two problems are separate. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Stopping heroin use before it’s too late Jul 30, 2009
Teenage heroin addiction has also hit Farmingdale, Long Island; Janesville, Wis. Glastonbury, Conn. (Boston Globe)
FRIGHT: Pilot Gets Lost in Sky, Terrorizes JFK... Jul 30, 2009
A little bit lost, Prendergast made a few 360-degree turns near Kennedy before he finally figured out where he was supposed to be (not where he was, naturally) and was guided to the Farmingdale airport by an NYPD chopper sent to get him out of the way, according to the Post. The 69-year-old retired Navy pilot failed to make radio contact with controllers, which he should have done, after taking off Saturday morning from an airport in , W.VA.. (The Drudge Report)
STIRRING THE RACIAL POT: NOT A JOB FOR THE PREZ Jul 28, 2009
Tuesday, July 28, 2009 Last Update: 05:35 AM EDT. hide topics THIS WEEK'S HOT TOPICS. (New York Post -- Opinions)
When trouble's underfoot Jul 23, 2009
During June, rain wrecked havoc with golf's U.S. Open, which took place in Farmingdale on Long Island. And pity the New York Yankees fans who earlier this summer waited through a rain delay of more than five hours. (Albany Times Union)
Pet Airways: When dogs, cats fly - Business exclusively transports animals for their owners Jul 20, 2009
Last week, the first flight for the husband-and-wife team's Pet Airways, the first-ever all-pet airline, took off from Republic Airport in Farmingdale, N.Y.. All commercial airlines allow a limited number of small pets to fly in the cabin. (Missoulian, MT)
Fleming Becomes Fifth Municipality in Central New York to Award TV Franchise to Verizon Jul 18, 2009
"Irlando also pointed out that the company has been marketing FiOS Internet and voice services in the central New York market for several years, and has gained a sizable market share. "We want to capitalize on that investment and offer these customers a fuller and more robust set of TV and entertainment services," he said.Irlando noted that with thousands of employees in central New York, Verizon is a key employer in the region. Almost four years ago, Verizon opened a Fiber Solutions Center on... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
AP Investigation: 'Frugal' SC gov flew in style Jul 17, 2009
On Tuesday, the first flight for the husband-and-wife team's Pet Airways, the first-ever all-pet airline, took off from Republic Airport in Farmingdale, N.Y. ... On Tuesday, the first flight for the husband-and-wife team's Pet Airways, the first-ever all-pet airline, took off from Republic Airport in Farmingdale, N.Y.. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Paws up: All-pet airline hits the skies Jul 16, 2009
This week, the first flight for the husband-and-wife team's Pet Airways, the first-ever all-pet airline, took off from Republic Airport in Farmingdale, N.Y. ... Yanina Manolova / APDan Wiesel, CEO of Pet Airways, embraces a canine passenger at Pet Airways in East Farmingdale, New York. (MSNBC -- Travel)
GA-GA AT THE G8: BAM'S WANDERING EYES Jul 14, 2009
GA-GA AT THE G8: BAM'S WANDERING EYES - New York Post. Tuesday, July 14, 2009 Last Update: 05:45 AM EDT. (New York Post -- Opinions)
Seahawk golfer takes aim at U.S. Open Jul 13, 2009
UNCW golfer Josh Brock will tee it up with some of the greats of golf this week as he qualified for the 2009 U.S. Open Championship held in Farmingdale, N.Y. The sophomore from Wilmington will become the second Seahawk to ever play in the event, following former standout Derek Brown in 2005. In order to qualify for the year s second major championship, Brock endured several rounds of local qualifiers before traveling to Rockville, Md. (The Seahawk, NC)
* Thumbs up for champ Anthony Kim Jul 2, 2009
Anthony Kim watches his tee shot on the 17th hole during the continuation of the second round of the 109th US Open on June 20 at Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale, New York. PHOTO: AFP. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Madoff aftermath cuts funds for the vulnerable Jun 30, 2009
5 million from the Susan and Leonard Feinstein Foundation of Farmingdale, N.Y.. The losses have forced hospital officials to postpone construction on a 100,000-square-foot addition to its Schneider Childrens Hospital, Lynam said. (MSNBC -- Health)
Funk leads after second round on senior tour Jun 28, 2009
At Bethpage (Black course), Farmingdale, N.Y.. Interactive. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Three Central New York Communities Take Step Closer to Real TV Competition Jun 27, 2009
Amityville, Asharoken, Atlantic Beach, Massapequa Park, Cedarhurst, Laurel Hollow, Lynbrook, Mineola, East Hills, East Rockaway, Farmingdale, Valley Stream, Freeport, Williston Park, New Hyde Park, Sands Point, Bayville, Old Field, Floral Park, South Floral Park, Garden City, Nissequogue, Northport, Poquott, East Williston, Head of the Harbor, Hewlett Bay Park, Mill Neck, Stewart Manor, Centre Island, Lake Grove, Lawrence, Lindenhurst, Long Beach, Malverne, Manorhaven, Huntington Bay, The... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
US PGA Tour looking for TV partner for Britain Jun 24, 2009
FARMINGDALE, New York (AP) - The U.S. PGA Tour is broadcast to more than 230 countries in 35 languages with a maximum reach of just under 600 million homes. For the moment, it has gone dark in Britain. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Lewis enjoys some cheers before his Open run ends Jun 24, 2009
"It was just so awesome to go up there and having everybody rooting me on," Lewis said in a phone interview from Farmingdale, N.Y., Saturday. He was even greeted with a "You can do it, Lewis!" during his swing. (Ucsbgauchos.com)
Glover Wins United States Open Jun 24, 2009
Clemson, SC - Former Clemson All-American won the 2009 United States Open on Monday at the par 70 Black Course at Bethpage Golf Club in Farmingdale, NY with a final round 73 and 72-hole score of four-under par 276. Glover finished two shots ahead of Phil Mickelson, David Duval and Ricky Barnes to become the first former Clemson golfer to win a Major tournament. (Clemsontigers.com)
Glover won't take time off after U.S. Open win Jun 24, 2009
FARMINGDALE, New York (AP) New U.S. Open champion Lucas Glover doesn't intend to take any time off before the next major, the British Open in four weeks. The most hectic time for any major champion except for Tiger Woods, who has done this 14 times are the two days after winning, and Glover is no exception. (USA Today -- Sports)
* Glover holds on for win at dreary Bethpage Black Jun 24, 2009
AP, FARMINGDALE, NEW YORK Wednesday, Jun 24, 2009, Page 20. Lucas Glover of the US is pictured in front of the leaderboard after winning the 109th US Open Championship on the Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York, on Monday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Steady down the stretch Jun 24, 2009
Lucas Glover holds up his trophy after winning the U.S. Open Golf Championship at Bethpage State Parks Black Course in Farmingdale, N.Y., on Monday ... Published: Tuesday, June 23, 2009 6:11 AM EDT FARMINGDALE, N.Y. Lucas Glover steadied his hands for a 3-foot par putt on the 18th hole, an anticlimatic finish to five dreary days at a U.S. Open filled with more delays than drama. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Glover breaks through at U.S. Open Jun 24, 2009
The last name on the list, improbably, is his, a permanent tribute to his win at the 109th U.S. Open on Monday, after a grueling week at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York. "I hope I don't downgrade it or anything with my name on there," Glover, 29, quipped. (Xinhuanet, China)
Lefty makes run, but Glover holds on Jun 24, 2009
(06-23) 04:00 PDT Farmingdale, N.Y.. As Phil Mickelson strolled toward the No. 17 tee Monday at Bethpage Black, his tortured U.S. Open past teetered on the brink, ready to vanish into the dusty pages of history. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Mickelson unable to deliver U.S. Open title as gift to wife Jun 23, 2009
By Mike Lopresti, Gannett FARMINGDALE, N.Y. The U.S. Open had been gone barely half an hour. Somewhere, someone else was holding the silver trophy the one his wife had asked him to bring home, so she could have it in her hospital room. (USA Today -- Sports)
U.S. Open: Glover writes perfect ending Jun 23, 2009
Charles Krupa/Associated Press Lucas Glover holds up the championship trophy after winning the U.S. Open at Bethpage State Park's Black Course in Farmingdale, N.Y., yesterday. FARMINGDALE, N.Y. -- As Phil Mickelson strolled toward the No. 17 tee yesterday at the Black Course at Bethpage State Park, his tortured U.S. Open past teetered on the brink, ready to vanish into the dusty pages of history. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Mickelson falls short at Open Jun 23, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. There was no smile, just a look of resignation as Phil Mickelson trudged wearily up the muddy slope off the 18th green. He was finally finished in a U.S. Open that seemed like it would never end, and the shouts of support coming from the bleachers were never going to mask the realization that another chance had slipped away. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Opinion: U.S. Open is one to remember Jun 23, 2009
At Bethpage (Black course), Farmingdale, N.Y. ... Images from the 109th U.S. Open at Bethpage Black public course in Farmingdale, N.Y. ... FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - You wanted drama. (Huntington WSAZ-TV, WV)
Privacy Tips Jun 23, 2009
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Mickelson shifts focus to his wife Jun 23, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - Framed by four uniformed police officers as he walked toward his courtesy car, Phil Mickelson instead made a hard right turn, intent on signing more autographs before leaving, not knowing how long it ll be until he can return. Children, adults, volunteers. (Boston Globe)
Glover a good fit Jun 23, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - An hour from Broadway, the 109th US Open finally delivered the drama it had been lacking, with heartwarming stories playing out across a scintillating stage. Lucas Glover emerging to take the final bow might have caught some observers off guard, but he s OK with that. (Boston Globe)
Duval ranked right up there Jun 23, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - To someone ranked No. 882 in the world, finishing second in the US Open would probably come as a big surprise. But when the someone is David Duval, surprise isn t the right word, at least to him. (Boston Globe)
Former Tiger Lucas Glover Wins 2009 US Open Jun 23, 2009
Lucas Glover (Clemson) holds his trophy after winning the U.S. Open Golf Championship at Bethpage State Park's Black Course in Farmingdale, N.Y., Monday, June 22, 2009 ... Clemson, SC - Former Clemson All-American Lucas Glover won the 2009 United States Open on Monday at the par 70 Black Course at Bethpage Golf Club in Farmingdale, NY with a final round 73 and 72-hole score of four-under par 276. (Theacc.com)
How to Win U.S. Open When Nerves Test Patience: Scott Soshnick Jun 23, 2009
The real story, the one we should all take away from what happened at Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale, New York, is the leader boards ability to weather. And not just this weekend, either. (Bloomberg -- Columnists)
Taylor Tied For 34th At U.S. Open Jun 23, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. -- After sitting in a tie for seventh after two rounds of the U.S. Open at Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, N.Y., Washington Husky senior-to-be struggled during Sunday's two rounds of action. Taylor is 6-over par midway through the fourth round and has dropped into a 34th-place tie. (Gohuskies.com)
Top Clemson Pro Performances Jun 23, 2009
won the United States Open on June 22, 2009 at the Black Course at Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale, NY. It must rank as the top professional accomplishment in a major championship, all-star or international competition by a former Clemson athlete after they left Clemson. Top 10 Accomplishments by former Clemson Athletes at Professional championship or Olympic Championships. (Clemsontigers.com)
U.S. Open title fits for Glover after steady play on final holes Jun 23, 2009
Lucas Glover holds the trophy after winning the U.S. Open golf championship on the Black Course at Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale, N.Y. on Monday ... By Steve DiMeglio, USA TODAY FARMINGDALE, N.Y. likes to get lost in a good story. (USA Today -- Sports)
At Open, Duval plays like a world No. 1 again Jun 23, 2009
By Michael McCarthy, USA TODAY FARMINGDALE, N.Y. As a tired David Duval walked toward the clubhouse after his Lazarus-like showing at the U.S. Open, the New York crowds saluted him as only they can. TITLE FITS FOR GLOVER: IN THE WOODS: GAME ON. (USA Today -- Sports)
U.S. OPEN BLOG: Lucas Glover wins Jun 23, 2009
Lucas Glover chips out of a bunker on the third green during the final round of the U.S. Open Golf Championship at Bethpage State Park's Black Course in Farmingdale, N.Y., Monday, June 22, 2009. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum). (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Unheralded Glover captures US Open golf title Jun 23, 2009
FARMINGDALE, New York (AFP) - Unlikely major champion Lucas Glover snapped a four-year victory drought on Monday by winning the 109th US Open while Phil Mickelson settled for a record-setting fifth runner-up finish. Glover struggled to a three-over 73 final round at wind-whipped Bethpage Black but hung on to finish 72 holes on four-under par 276 for a two-stroke victory over Mickelson and fellow Americans Ricky Barnes and David Duval. (Yahoo! Asia News)
* Barnes and Glover lead the chasing pack by five shots Jun 23, 2009
REUTERS, FARMINGDALE, NEW YORK Tuesday, Jun 23, 2009, Page 20. Ricky Barnes of the US drives from the rough on the 10th hole during the third round of the US Open on the Bethpage Black Course in Farmingdale, New York, on Sunday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Mickelson second, but with perspective Jun 23, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - There was no smile, just a look of resignation as Phil Mickelson trudged wearily up the muddy slope off the 18th green. He was finally finished in a U.S. Open that seemed like it would never end, and the shouts of support coming from the bleachers were never going to mask the realization that another chance had slipped away. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Weather, putter lead to Woods' frustration Jun 23, 2009
FARMINGDALE, New York --- He didn't need to hear any more. "Do you beat yourself up over this one," the question began, "or ...". (The Augusta Chronicle)
Glover rises to 18th in rankings with Open win Jun 23, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. -- Listed at No. 71 in the Official World Golf Ranking, became the fourth-lowest ranked player to win the U.S. Open since the inception of the ranking in 1986. With Room To Spare. (ESPN -- Golf)
Glover hangs on at Open » Jun 23, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. -- steadied his hands for a 3-foot par putt on the 18th hole, an anticlimactic finish to five dreary days at a U.S. Open filled with more delays than drama. The unlikely champion turned to soak up a beautiful sight beneath gathering clouds Monday at Bethpage Black. (ESPN -- Golf)
US OPEN: Barnes Leads in 4th Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. Halfway through his third round, Ricky Barnes had a six-shot lead and a smile to match in the U.S. Open. Ten holes later, with darkness gathering, he couldn't get off Bethpage Black fast enough. (Fox News)
Mickelson charges into US Open hunt Jun 22, 2009
Tiger Woods of the US watches his tee shot on the 15th hole during the 3rd round of the US Open golf championship on the Black Course at Bethpage State Park in Farmingdale, New York ... FARMINGDALE, New York (AFP) - Phil Mickelson charged into contention while Tiger Woods sustained hope for a record comeback at the US Open, both of them aided by Ricky Barnes squandering a six-stroke lead. (Yahoo! Asia News)
New York fans embrace Mickelson Jun 22, 2009
Photo 1 of 1 FARMINGDALE, N.Y. Phil Mickelson was walking toward the 11th tee late Friday evening, his 29th and final hole of the day, when he looked at the wooden scoreboard bearing the names of his group. Goosen. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Players feast on good conditions Jun 22, 2009
Photo 1 of 1 FARMINGDALE, N.Y. Phil Mickelson lumbered along the rain-softened turf of Bethpage Black for 29 holes. Lucas Glover had it even worse, taking nine hours to play 31 holes Friday in a U.S. Open that felt like a marathon. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
This time, a major 3rd round doesn't bite Duval Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - No. 882 in the world, No. 3 at the U.S. Open with 16 holes remaining. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Glover could reinvent himself as a winner Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. -- If you can get beneath the cap that's always pulled low over Lucas Glover's face, you might find the next U.S. Open champion. Glover begins what could be the biggest day of his golf life today, tied with Ricky Barnes for the Open lead with 16 potentially life-changing holes to play. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Barnes, Glover tied for U.S. Open lead; final round suspended Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. Halfway through his third round, Ricky Barnes had a six-shot lead and a smile to match in the U.S. Open ... Ricky Barnes hits off the ninth fairway during the third round of the U.S. Open Golf Championship today at Bethpage State Park's Black Course in Farmingdale, N.Y.. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Glover, Barnes lead as U.S. Open heads to Monday finale Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. (AP) flashed a smile as big as his six-shot lead. LEADERBOARD: PHOTO GALLERY. (USA Today -- Sports)
Ricky Barnes finds lead easier to grab than keep Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE (New York): Everything Ricky Barnes accomplished this weekend had magic written all over it. He came into the U.S. Open as the 519th-ranked player in the world. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Outcome is still in the dark Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - It s been such an unusual week by US Open standards, perhaps it s appropriate that the two names at the top of the leaderboard have combined for one PGA Tour victory and, until this year, six missed cuts in seven Open starts. As the tournament pushes into a fifth, and hopefully final, day of competition, it s far from over. (Boston Globe)
Conditions add to US Open's complexity Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - Very little about this US Open has been familiar, with course conditions soft, scoring records set, tee times stretching into evening, and no round being completed on the day in which it began ... But the persistent rain - it s rained in Farmingdale 14 days this month - has turned Bethpage Black into a target range. (Boston Globe)
U.S. Open doesn't need Tiger Woods Jun 22, 2009
Open doesn't need Woods. Open doesn't need Woods. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Barnes leads through 3 rounds of US Open Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE, New York (AP): The U.S. Open moved one round closer to a conclusion Sunday afternoon, even if very little was settled on soggy Bethpage Black and the champion would not be decided for at least one more day. Ricky Barnes scratched out an even-par 70 and kept his one-shot lead over Lucas Glover. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Back at The Black Jun 22, 2009
We zipped out to Farmingdale, boarded the shuttle bus and sashayed into soggy Bethpage Black before 9 ... Here;s to golf fans beating the rain on Sunday (the start was pushed back from 7:30 a.m. to noon because of the overnight wet stuff, which could give NBC a full eight hours of coverage on Sunday) and the final round on Monday (no, I don;t think I;m taking another day off for a third frolic to Farmingdale). (Multichannel News)
Good reason to call for subs Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - The reverberations of a weather-delayed US Open have reached Rhode Island, with the two-day CVS Caremark Charity Classic being forced to alter its 10-team lineup of players. Todd Hamilton, Bubba Watson, Camilo Villegas, Anthony Kim, and Retief Goosen are staying at Bethpage Black today for the completion of the final round of the US Open. (Boston Globe)
NOTES FROM BETHPAGE: Rejuvenated Duval back in the swing of things Jun 22, 2009
By Steve DiMeglio and Michael McCarthy, USA TODAY FARMINGDALE, N.Y. Ten years ago, was ranked No. 1 in the world, with a 59 in the final round of his 1999 win at the Bob Hope in his pocket and a win in the 2001 British Open 24 months away. This week, he entered the U.S. Open ranked No. 882 in the world. (USA Today -- Sports)
U.S. OPEN: Duval dignified wearing No. 882 Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. -- Ranked No. 882 in the world, No. 3 at the U.S. Open with 16 holes remaining. David Duval doesn't qualify as one of those out-of-nowhere stories this week at the Black Course in Bethpage State Park. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Barnes, Glover tied at top Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. Ricky Barnes flashed a smile as big as his six-shot lead. The Associated Press Ricky Barnes watches his bunker shot on the third hole during the third round of the U.S. Open Golf Championship at Bethpage State Park's Black Course in Farmingdale, N.Y. Sunday. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Notebook: Not a lot of moving at Bethpage Jun 22, 2009
FARMINGDALE, N.Y. - The third round of a major championship has traditionally been known as "Moving Day.". The third round of this year's U.S. Open didn't earn that title for a couple of reasons: It took two days to complete, and nobody did much moving. (Athens Banner-Herald)
