Hirepool Presses on with New Strategic Acquisition
Auckland, 02 December 2009: New Zealand equipment rental leader, Hirepool Limited, has continued to strengthen its national foothold with the acquisition of Lake Hire Ltd in Taupo.

Airlines baggage policies kick in for holidays
Baggage policies differ by airlines. Read the rules on the carrier's Web site or ask an agent before you fly. Here are fees that some leading U.S. carriers charge for a first, second and third checked bag, plus special rules for ski equipment on domestic flights.

Realty developers may go for revenue sharing model to promote margins
Realty developers are likely to go for revenue sharing arrangements with retailers to protect margins and minimise risk due to declining retail rentals and sales, says an industry expert.

S. Colo. film commission formed
ALAMOSA ? Over the years, the San Luis Valley has been a prime location for film producers. From hotels to restaurants to car rentals to communication equipment to trains to spectacular scenery, Southern Colorado has much to offer these ?visitors?.

Here & There | Ski slopes stock up on rental equipment
Colorado Ski slopes stock up on rental equipment Colorado ski-rental shops are expanding their inventory and making it easier for vacationers to rent equipment amid increasing airline baggage fees, according to the Denver Post. The spike in inventory at some shops comes as industry experts say bringing all the necessary skiing equipment in a second, oversized bag can cost skiers as much as ...

Airlines baggage policies kick in for holidays
Baggage policies differ by airlines. Read the rules on the carrier's Web site or ask an agent before you fly...

Airlines' bag fees leave skiers in cold
When Bill Getty helped organize a ski trip for fellow MBA students at Northwestern University, he told them to leave one thing behind ? their skis. Photo caption: With new airline fees on checking luggage, including oversized bags, vacation costs are rising. So skiers and snowboarders are cutting back on trips and renting their equipment at resorts. Photo by Associated Press photos

Local News : Police Beat: November 27, 2008 - Frontiersman
Nov. 21, 2:18 a.m., Parks Hwy. near Nye Ford: Michael W. Finch, 35, Anchorage, driving a black 1996 Chrysler two-door sedan, was allegedly found in possession of drugs and a handgun. Charges: drug misconduct, felon in possession of weapons. Bail: $5,000.

METROPARKS: They offer plenty during December
With the holidays fast approaching, many Downriver residents are looking for ways to spend quality time with their loved ones without breaking the bank in these tough economic times.

Asia to benefit from falling construction costs
SINGAPORE : Construction costs in Singapore have come down by about 10 per cent in recent weeks and experts said these could fall by a further 15 per cent by mid-2009.

United Rentals names Plummer as its new CFO
(AP:GREENWICH, Conn.) United Rentals Inc. named William B. Plummer as chief financial officer to replace Martin E. Welch, effective Dec. 1. Welch, 60, is resigning to pursue other opportunities but will remain during the transition phase, the equipment rental company said late Monday.

United Rentals names Plummer as its new CFO
(AP:GREENWICH, Conn.) United Rentals Inc. named William B. Plummer as chief financial officer to replace Martin E. Welch, effective Dec. 1. Welch is resigning to pursue other opportunities but will remain during the transition phase, the equipment rental company said late Monday.

Dream Weddings are Possible, Even on a Budget
(ARA) - Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, one you have probably spent years dreaming about. When color-coordinated linens, a beautiful outdoor tent and elaborate candelabras are your vision, don't let your budget confine your imagination.

Mother Neff State Park still recovering from floods of '07
By Regina Dennis

Downhill economics spark big deals in ski country
The economy may be sputtering, but there's a silver lining in mountain country: better bargains for skiers.

'I'm Just A Consultant,' Man Says
Jeffrey Maricle told a jury last week that his equipment leasing company, the subject of 65 consumer complaints and a state attorney general's investigation, went out of business in late October.

Old Bridge ice rink offers full lineup of skating, hockey programs
Since it opened for the winter season in October, the Old Bridge Sports Arena, an ice skating rink in the Municipal Complex at Route 516 and Cottrell Road, has been operating programs seven days a week.

Local sports and recreation
BASKETBALLBETHEL OVER FORTY WEEK 9Precision Hair 50, Tom's Paint 43: Corny Dunn scored 16 points and Shawn Stillman chipped in 10 points for Precision. For Tom's, Chris Twohey had 13 points while Dave Roe and Bobby Cassavchia managed 11 points apiece.

Business briefs
Associated Builders and Contractors, Prime Outlets, Menno Haven, Jack Gaughen Realtor ERA, Montessori Academy

Xerox/HCL pairing holds promise of sales, savings
Xerox is looking to HCL to help it land new markets and partners, and to help it shed workers.