O'Haras Making News Headlines in 2005
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Scanlon and a future star power Cardinal O’Hara — Heather Scanlon, the Cardinal O’Hara senior who was 2005 Daily Times Girls Basketball Player of the Year, was named most valuable player after helping the Lions to a 50-36 victory over Conestoga in the championship game of the 13th Future Stars Christmas Classic at West Chester University’s Hollinger Field House Thursday night. The Delaware County Times, PA, December 31, 2005.
Maggie O'Hara to miss next two Huskies games — O'Hara will miss Washington's next two games, at Arizona Saturday and at Washington State Jan. 7, after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on her right elbow Friday in Seattle ... a Boise, Idaho, native, she is expected to return for Washingtons next home game, Jan. 12 against UCLA. Seattle Post Intelligencer, December 30, 2005.
All smiles for O'Hara family photo — Champion NSW apprentice Kathy O'Hara and her sister Tracy combined for a remarkable dead heat on Thursday at Gosford racecourse. Believed to be the first time sisters have dead-heated in a race, Kathy rode Duke Bonga Longa in the Gosford Shoreline Restaurant Handicap while Tracy, also an apprentice, was aboard Birubi Gold. Sydney Morning Herald, Australia, December 30, 2005.
Erin O'Hara earns weekly honors — Two athletes were exceptional last week and for their efforts, Madison's Jon Figueroa and Morrisville-Eaton's Erin O'Hara have been named The Dispatch's Athletes of the Week. O'Hara is only a sophomore on the M-E girls volleyball team, but that hasn't stopped her from turning in some top-notch performances. Oneida Dispatch, NY, December 29, 2005.
Statement by Brian O'Hara, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Reno, as strong storm looms — "It's pretty impressive. It's a pretty intense storm," O'Hara said. Reno Gazette Journal, NV, December 28, 2005.
Corrie Cox-O'Hara joins CompuPay Inc. in Franklin — CompuPay Inc., a payroll, tax filing and human resources-related services company, has hired Corrie Cox-O'Hara to work in its Franklin sales office. Cox-O'Hara began her career with CompuPay in 2003 as a district manager in the company's Phoenix office. She later worked in Orange County, Calif., where she was promoted to regional sales manager, and headed the opening of the Irvine, Calif., office. As regional sales manager, Cox-O'Hara's responsibilities are to establish a team of outside sales professionals and to help broaden CompuPay's local presence within Nashville. Nashville City Paper, TN, December 28, 2005.
Big win for small Cardinal O'Hara — Cardinal O'Hara made 17 of 21 free throws to edge host Kenmore East, 65-64, in the first round of the Ken-Ton Holiday Classic. Buffalo News, NY, December 28, 2005.
Mike O'Hara grades the Lions — "Winning is everything -- no matter what it looks like. Here's a Christmas gift for the Leos", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, December 25, 2005.
O'Hara EMA upgrades communication system — The O'Hara Township emergency management team has upgraded its communication system with a purchase that is expected to work when cellular towers fail. The satellite telephone, at $950, was a costly but necessary purchase, according to coordinator Jim Farringer, also township police chief. The Herald & Gateway Newspapers, December 23, 2005.
Jim O'Hara (Photo) column: The family overcomes everything — "Aunt Mary was my favorite aunt. She was my only aunt. On Monday this week, we said good-bye to her in Baltimore, where she was born and raised and lived and now rests in peace. And while her family grieved because of the loss, we celebrated her life with an Irish wake, cherishing the good she brought to everyone and knowing that she has gone to a much better place ... Each team is a family. Each school is a family. Each community is a family. And when they are all under the same roof, those families are united even more", writes Sports Editor Jim O'Hara, Rome News-Tribune, GA, December 23, 2005.
Gaelic Football: Sligo to miss Eamonn O’Hara (Photo) — Sligo footballers have received a blow ahead of their FBD and NFL campaigns with the news that veteran Eamonn O’Hara has been ruled out of action for the next couple of months. O’Hara is likely to be missing from action until possibly early April as he continues his recovery from a cruciate knee operation. Hogan Stand: GAA Football & Hurling, Ireland, December 20, 2005.
The Ulster Log: John O'Hara adopts the air of Santa — Who is the most genuine Father Christmas of them all? It has to be John O'Hara, back on the airwaves for the first time in 15 years with a Sunday night show called The Wireless Set on the new U105 station (8pm-10.30). Away from the mike, John of the velvet voice is so earnest about his Santa duties that he stopped shaving last September so he could get his beard flowing just the right length for his December duties in the red cloak. Belfast Telegraph, Northern Ireland, December 17, 2005.
Clubland: O'Hara's Jazz and Blues Cafe — Just down Hollywood Boulevard, O'Hara's is usually packed as well, but the crowd is older, more professional and perhaps more traditional in their partying. The bar is new and ornate, with plenty of space to pack in the local crowd. Cover bands rule at O'Hara's, and on a Thursday night Lockdown is playing everything from Prince to Lit to Aretha Franklin. The band also plays at the O'Hara's bar on Fort Lauderdale's Las Olas Boulevard. SouthFlorida.com, FL, December 16, 2005.
Obituaries: Elizabeth M. O'Hara — Funeral services for Elizabeth M. O'Hara, 85, of Willoughby, a homemaker, will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary Magdalene Church, 460 E. 321 St., in Willowick. Mrs. O'Hara died Dec. 13, 2005, at Manor Care Nursing Home in Willoughby. Born Oct. 20, 1920, in Cleveland, she lived in Willowick for 44 years before moving to Willoughby five years ago ... Survivors are her husband of 58 years, Francis; children, Kathleen (Ken) Simone of Georgia, Marlene (Mike) Cefaratti of Arizona, MaryBeth (Charlie) Malta of Willowick and Mark (Janet) O'Hara of Munson; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and sisters, Josephine Minello of Wickliffe and Mildred Richards of Florida. Her son, Francis Jr.; brothers, Joseph and Donald Furlan; sister, Frances Peel; and parents, Frances and Joseph Furlan, are deceased. News-Herald.com, OH, December 14, 2005.
Mike O'Hara grades the Lions — "Overall: Fifteen straight losses in Green Bay stands as its own grade. No letter required. It's a big, fat zero.", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, December 12, 2005.
Shaun O'Hara has Eagles, Knights in sight — O'Hara, in his sixth season, has anchored an offensive line that is arguably the most improved unit in the NFL. Asbury Park Press, NJ, December 9, 2005.
Brian O’Hara gets support of XLboard — XL Capital chief executive Brian O’Hara is likely to keep his job, having secured the continued confidence of the company’s board of directors by raising close to $3 billion in new capital within a period of days. Mr. O’Hara, who has guided XL through more than a decade of significant growth, had come under pressure recently after investors felt let down by management who had promised an actuarial decision related to its 2001 acquisition of parts of Swiss insurer Winterthur would bring in $1.45 billion to be held in reserve for claims being filed on policies acquired in the deal. Royal Gazette, Bermuda, December 9, 2005.
Photo Call: McKean, O’Hara and Connick, Jr. Kick Off Their Pajama Party at First Rehearsal — On Dec. 7 the new Broadway revival of The Pajama Game got underway as stars Michael McKean, Kelli O’Hara and Harry Connick, Jr. led the cast through its first day of rehearsal. Playbill.com, NY, December 9, 2005.
Sunny Queen CEO John O'Hara (Photo) says company is well positioned to crack the egg market — O'Hara came into the company three yeats ago from stints at Nestle, Dairyfarmers and National Foods ... He credits marketing campaigns putting smiley faces on eggs and reviving its tattoo campaign for boosting the company's fortunes. Brisbane Courier Mail, Australia, December 5, 2005.
Hawks run wild against O'Hara Lions — Juiced by the memory of its loss to Cardinal O'Hara a year ago and gassed by the legs of future back Jamir Livingston, St. Joseph's Prep ran all over O'Hara to the tune of 41-7 last night in a Catholic League Red Division championship rematch at Northeast's Charles Martin Stadium. philly.com, PA, December 4, 2005.
Scranton Prep attack tames Bishop O’Hara — Scranton Prep wasted little time showing why it heads the Times-Tribune Top 10, opening a huge early lead to beat Bishop O’Hara, 44-24, in the Chic Feldman Tournament on Friday at Lackawanna College. Scranton Times, PA, December 3, 2005.
Idle chatter about Sir Elton John with Lauren O’Hara — "Do you take this man to be your lawful wedded husband, Sir? YES, on December 21. Sir Elton John will finally be able to wed his long-term partner David Furnish and I am delighted for them. It is about time we accepted gay marriage. The Civil Partnership Act in the UK actually comes into force this Monday but registration takes 15 days to complete so the first ceremonies will be on the 21st." writes Lauren O’Hara in Cyprus Mail, Cyprus, December 3, 2005.
Team of coaches has O'Hara in title chase — When the Delaware County Football Coaches Association held its annual banquet earlier this week Dan Algeo, the second-year coach at Cardinal O'Hara, delivered a short commentary concerning the impact his staff has had on the O'Hara program. The Delaware County Times, PA, December 3, 2005.
For Kelli O'Hara (Photo), out goes 'The Light' — Kelli O'Hara is trading 'Light in the Piazza' for the musical 'The Pajama Game' in January. The 29-year-old Tony nominee has been with "The Light in the Piazza" since 2002. On Monday, she begins work opposite headliner Harry Connick Jr., in the Roundabout revival of "The Pajama Game," a 1954 musical set in a sweatshop. Previews start next month at the American Airlines Theatre. New York Daily News, December 2, 2005.
Shaun O'Hara vows no more line trancing — After the disaster on the offensive line in Seattle, center Shaun O'Hara is confident there won't be a repeat when the Giants host the Cowboys on Sunday. New York Post, December 2, 2005.
Mike O' Hara's NFL Picks — "when a coach is fired or quits in the middle of a season: he usually leaves behind the same lousy team and losing record", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, December 2, 2005.
Stacey O'Hara and Devin Patel are the county's top golfers — Harmony senior Stacey O'Hara started playing golf the summer after eighth grade ... She shot a 135 in her first tournament. A 119 in her second. It took her a year to break 100. She did that with a 99. Orlando Sentinel, FL, December 1, 2005.
New Hope Christian Academy founder and master teacher Bernie O'Hara (Photo) getting ready for the opening of the school — Challenged with dyslexia as a child, Bernie O'Hara of Vallejo struggled in public school. Though it demanded a lot of hard work, getting a good education was well worth the effort, he said. O'Hara is now in a position to help other children who have learning difficulties. Making good on a promise he made to himself and friends years ago, O'Hara founded New Hope Christian Academy, which opens for its first day of school Monday. Vallejo Times-Herald, CA, November 27, 2005.
Fire Chief Bill O'Hara declines to provide details about accused City fire official —A fire department lieutenant accused of striking his girlfriend in the face during a brawl outside a local bar last summer faces a 30-day suspension when he stands before a disciplinary commission Wednesday ... The fire department's top officials investigated the on-duty incident and disciplined the lieutenant. Fire Chief Bill O'Hara and Assistant City Attorney Mary Kucharz declined to provide details about those actions. Suburban Chicago News, IL, November 27, 2005.
Boxing: Kevin O'Hara's back on track for another title shot — Kevin O'Hara believes he is closing in on title contention again after a hard earned victory over Damian Owen at the Live Sports Bar in Lurgan last night. Super-featherweight O'Hara was handed a 58-56 verdict by referee David Irving at the end of six rounds of relentless action. Belfast Telegraph, Northern Ireland, November 25, 2005.
Mike O'Hara grades the Lions — "Overall: Listless offense. Sagging defense. Lack of fire. The Lions played like they'd finished Thanksgiving dinner five minutes before kickoff.", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, November 25, 2005.
Charlie Orlando helps strengthen Bishop O’Hara program — Five years ago when Charlie Orlando took over the cross country program at Bishop O’Hara, there were only seven runners ... Since then, the numbers have risen and so, too, have the Bruins’fortunes. Scranton Times, PA, November 24, 2005.
Giants notebook: Shaun O'Hara await results of their MRI — The Eagles were a team spiraling downward when they arrived at Giants Stadium on Sunday. But they wouldn't leave without a fight, and they left their mark on a few of the Giants' key players ... Center Shaun O'Hara had an MRI on his left ankle. O'Hara left the game early in the third quarter and did not return. Newark Star Ledger, NJ, November 21, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara Kicks Off Dubai Campaign With Win — Champion Sydney apprentice Kathy O'Hara struck an early blow in Dubai with victory in the opening leg of the Emirates International Apprentice Jockeys' Championship (EIAJC) at Nad Al Sheba. Making her international debut and having her first ride on a dirt surface, O'Hara rode the Ali Rashid al Raihe-trained Outpoker to score by a neck over Japan's Kodai Hasegawi aboard Sigolo. "It was a big thrill to win a race over here, it is the first time that I have ridden over the straight 1000 metres and also the first time that I have ridden on a dirt track at a race meeting," O'Hara said. Virtual Form Guide, Australia, November 21, 2005.
Bliss for Mooney, O'Hara after memorable pass — "Fourth-year senior, my last home game, and my first catch" Notre Dame's Michael O'Hara said. "It was picture perfect for me." South Bend Tribune, IN, November 20, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara (Photo) Enjoys Dubai Tour on Eve of Series Finale — Star Sydney apprentice Kathy O'Hara has enjoyed a day of local sightseeing around Dubai in the lead up to the final meeting of the International Apprentice Challenge to be held in the early hours of Monday morning (Australian time). Virtual Form Guide, Australia, November 19, 2005.
Giants' O'Hara knows what McMahon can do — New York Giants' Shaun O'Hara knows all about Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Mike McMahon. The two played together at Rutgers in the late 1990s, and the two remained close even after McMahon became the first Scarlet Knights quarterback to be drafted into the NFL and O'Hara became a regular on the Cleveland Browns offensive line. Bridgewater Courier News, NJ,November 18, 2005.
Mike O' Hara's NFL picks for Week 11 — "Last week's record was a snazzy 9-5, and my best bet - the Lions - won and covered", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, November 18, 2005.
Industry Veteran Mary O’Hara Publishes New Book in Q4 — The author poses to her audience of women in information technology, offers a humorouse look at life as a girl in IT and shares pearls of wisdom learned from 20 years of industry experience. PR Web (press release), WA, November 16, 2005.
Irish Soccer: No 1 spot for John O’Hara — Sligo Rovers' goal keeper John O’Hara from Foxford, county Mayo, celebrates last weekend after his club captured the eircom League First Division title ... Last Saturday night saw O’Hara and Sligo Rovers take the Eircom League Division One title and it has rounded off a superb eight months for the Moysider since he moved to the Showgrounds in February. After a four-year scholarship in America, O’Hara returned home to begin life as a professional footballer. Mayo News, Ireland, November 15, 2005.
Pearson Back To Challenge Kathy O'Hara — William Pearson took a major step on the way back to the big time when he steered Impaler to victory at Rosehill on Saturday. The former boom apprentice was outed for 10 months for his handling of No Penalty last October and in his absence Kathy O'Hara and Joe Fujii have gone full steam ahead. O'Hara won last season's junior title and this term, Fujii has streaked to a commanding lead including a four-timer at Randwick last week. But the two will be challenged by Pearson who enjoyed the winning feeling again. Virtual Form Guide, Australia, November 14, 2005.
Mike O' Hara's (Photo) NFL picks, Week 10 — "The Detroit Lions are my best bet this week for 13 reasons", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, November 11, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara represents Australia in Dubai — The Emirates Racing Association are the hosts of the Emirates International Apprentice Jockeys Championship (EIAJC) being held in Dubai on 17th–20th November 2005. The Championship is open to Apprentice Jockeys from member countries of the Asian Racing Federation and this year Australia is proudly represented by Ms Kathy O’Hara. ThoroughbredNews.co.nz, New Zealand, November 10, 2005.
Voters say 'no' to O'Hara maintenance code — At long last, the issue of the O'Hara Township property maintenance code has been settled. The ordinance was defeated in Tuesday's election by a vote of 1,304 to 1,022, according to unofficial results by the Allegheny County Elections Department. Gateway Newspapers, PA, November 10, 2005.
Jim O'Hara (Photo) column: The grand lady’s last hurrah? — "this Friday night — November 11, 2005 — a tradition that has lasted for nearly 100 years will cease to exist. When the final horn sounds the end of Rome High’s second-round game of the Class AAAA state playoffs against Chamblee, it appears it will mark the last time a game will be played at Barron Stadium.", writes Sports Editor Jim O'Hara, Rome News-Tribune, GA, November 10, 2005.
Philadelphia, a city of John O'Hara haunts — Philadelphia took on the persona of a character for John O'Hara. Philadelphia Center City Weekly Press, PA, November 9, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara Free To Ride In Dubai — O'Hara will be free to ride in Dubai later this month despite picking up a careless riding suspension at Randwick on Saturday. O'Hara was outed for three meetings but will have served her penalty by the time the inaugural International Apprentice Jockeys' Championship gets underway at Nad Al Sheba on November 17. The series is run over three days and 14 young riders representing countries affiliated to the Asian Racing Conference will compete. O'Hara and Singapore's Sheryl Cheam are the only two women invited. Virtual Form Guide, Australia, November 7, 2005.
Mr., Mrs. Gavin P. O'Hara nee Allison D. Craven — Allison D. Craven and Gavin P. O'Hara exchanged marriage vows Aug. 13 in a ceremony at Holy Cross Church, Holyoke. ... The bridegroom is the son of Mary and Eamon O'Hara of Ballaghaderreen, County Roscommon, Ireland. Honor attendants for the bride were Jennifer Skibel, her sister, Emma Skibel, her niece, and Megan O'Hara, niece of the bridegroom. Ailin O'Hara served his brother as best man. The Republican, MA, November 6, 2005.
Second-half surge buries O'Hara — The balance of power in the Catholic League, tilted toward Cardinal O’Hara for the past year, has shifted to St. Joseph’s Prep. As the Red Division regular season concluded Saturday night, the Hawks left little doubt concerning their status as the premier squad in Southeastern Pennsylvania, thanks to a 31-7 decision of O’Hara at Plymouth-Whitemarsh High School. The Delaware County Times, PA, November 6, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara suspended at Randwick — Apprentice Kathy O'Hara was suspended for careless riding at Randwick on Saturday following the running of the Striking Force Handicap (2000m) ... O’Hara pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding under in that over the concluding stages she shifted ground outwards. BigPond Sport Horse Racing, Australia, November 6, 2005.
Mike O' Hara's NFL picks, Week 9 — "My record was 4-10 last week ... There is no way to go but up this week. I hope", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, November 4, 2005.
Field Hockey: Archbishop Carroll takes title by blanking Cardinal O'Hara — In the Catholic League championship game at La Salle University's DeVincent Field Tuesday afternoon the Patriots rolled past defending champion Cardinal O'Hara, 3-0, to win their second playoff title in three seasons. The Delaware County Times, PA, November 2, 2005.
Jim O'Hara (Photo) column: Inspiration from a new role model — "For the past few months I’ve been struggling with the fact that my life is at a crossroads. There are questions, doubts and worries about what lies ahead ... Then I heard about Pepperell High senior football player Dustin Arnold", writes Sports Editor Jim O'Hara, Rome News-Tribune, GA, November 2, 2005.
Survivor Cop Amy O'Hara (Photo) Is Relieved of Duty — Just minutes before the Yaxha tribe merged with Nakum on CBS' Survivor: Guatemala — The Maya Empire (Thursdays at 8 pm/ET), the remaining members decided to vote off Amy O'Hara. It momentarily seemed like the Yaxhas might have kept the 39-year-old tough-talking Massachusetts police sergeant. TV Guide, November 1, 2005.
The Cardinal O'Hara volleyball team makes it six straight championships — It turned out to be a memorable final time, as the Lions turned away a very competitive Archbishop Prendergast team to win their unprecedented sixth-straight Catholic League championship, 3-0. The Delaware County Times, PA, October 31, 2005.
Statement by U.S. military spokesman in Afghanistan Lt. Col. Jerry O'Hara after two soldiers were charged with punching Afghan prisoners — The alleged assault occurred at a base in southern Uruzgan province in early July, US military spokesman Lieutenant-Colonel Jerry O'Hara said today ... O'Hara said military regulations prevented him from identifying the two detainees or elaborating on why they were detained. The Age, Australia, October 31, 2005.
The Light in the Piazza's Kelli O'Hara (Photo) Set to Star in The Pajama Game — Kelli O'Hara is set to star opposite Harry Connick Jr. in the Roundabout Theatre Company revival of The Pajama Game, according to a production spokesperson. O'Hara is currently playing Clara Johnson, a role that earned her a Tony nomination, in The Light in the Piazza at the Vivian Beaumont Theatre. She will leave the show on December 4. Before The Light in the Piazza, O'Hara appeared on the Great White Way in Jekyll & Hyde, Follies, Sweet Smell of Success and Dracula. Her other credits include Jekyll & Hyde on tour, My Life With Albertine at Playwrights Horizons and regional productions of The Light in the Piazza. Broadway.com, October 30, 2005.
Kelli O'Hara (Photo) Joins The Pajama Game — Kelli O'Hara, who plays Clara in the Lincoln Center production of The Light in the Piazza, will leave that musical on December 4th to begin rehearsals for The Roundabout's production of The Pajama Game starring Harry Connick, Jr.. O'Hara will play Babe Williams. San Jose Mercury News, October 28, 2005.
Amy O'Hara becomes the eighth castaway to exit 'Survivor: Guatemala' — Having failed to convince her tribe to vote off Survivor returnee Bobby Jon Drinkard instead of herself, Survivor: Guatemala's Yaxha tribe voted out Amy O'Hara, a 39-year-old police sergeant from Revere, Massachusetts, during last night's broadcast of the CBS reality show. Reality TV World, MA, October 28, 2005.
Mike O' Hara's (Photograph) NFL picks — "Here's my best bet of the week. It's 1,000-to-1 that the Lions will introduce their offense before Sunday's game with the Bears at Ford Field", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, October 28, 2005.
Kelli O'Hara (Photo) to Say Ciao! Piazza, Hello Pajama Party — Kelli O'Hara, who was Tony-nominated for her performance as an American innocent in 1960s Florence in The Light in the Piazza, will leave the Lincoln Center production on Dec. 4, to begin rehearsals for the Broadway revival of The Pajama Game. Playbill.com, NY, October 27, 2005.
Girls Soccer: Early goal helps Cardinal O'Hara advance — O'Hara coach Joann Sullivan said getting a goal quickly was exactly what the Lions needed. The Delaware County Times, PA, October 27, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara suspended at Rosehill — Apprentice Kathy O'Hara and senior rider Lenny Beasley were both suspended at Rosehill this afternoon for careless riding ... After the Inghams Love’em Handicap O’Hara (Sky Right) pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding ... O’Hara’s permit to ride in races was suspended for a period to commence on Thursday 27 October and expire on Friday 4 November, on which day she may ride. ThoroughbredNews.co.nz, New Zealand, October 22, 2005.
Mike O' Hara's (Photograph) NFL picks, Week 7 — "Last week's record was a splendid 9-5. Here are this week's predictions:", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, October 21, 2005.
O'Hara's girls soccer team shows improvement — A glance at the Cardinal O’Hara Hawks girls soccer team’s record would lead many to believe their season has been unsuccessful. With a 1-13 record, wins have been tough to come by. But sometimes, success on the athletic field is viewed through more than just a glance at the standings in the newspaper. Tonawanda News, NY, October 20, 2005.
Cardinal O'Hara marches past S-C on late drive — The defense couldn't make a stop when it needed one the most, and the Smith-Cotton offense had a costly penalty in the final minutes against O'Hara. That combination resulted in a 21-14 Tigers loss Saturday afternoon in a West Central Conference football game. Sedalia Democrat, MO, October 16, 2005.
Idle chatter with Lauren O’Hara — An exhibition opened in Nicosia this week from the collection of Kypros and Hera Kyprianou, commemorating the art of cinema through the history of the movie camera ... writes Lauren O’Hara in Cyprus Mail, Cyprus, October 15, 2005.
C. Scott O'Hara to Join Heinz As Executive Vice President — C. Scott O'Hara will join the H. J. Heinz Company (NYSE:HNZ) on January 1, 2006 in the newly created position of Executive Vice President - Asia Pacific and Rest of the World. He will report directly to Heinz Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer William R. Johnson and will serve as a member of the Office of the Chairman. Mr. O'Hara (age 44) will be based at Heinz World Headquarters in Pittsburgh. He will have responsibility for Heinz businesses in Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East. Business Wire (press release), October 14, 2005.
Cardinal O'Hara blanks La Salle — When the Explorers hosted perennial PCL Red Division power Cardinal O'Hara last Friday, coach Joe Colistra's ultimate goal was a balanced attack. A balance was definitely achieved. Unfortunately for La Salle it was a balance in futility. The Explorers managed a meager 13 yards on the ground to go with 30 yards through the air in a 14-0 loss to the Lions at Springfield High School's Spartan Stadium. Ambler Gazette, PA, October 14, 2005.
Dining Columnist Jo Ellen O'Hara (Photograph) writes in the Birmingham News — "Super Pepper Place season comes to end on Saturday." Birmingham News, AL, October 14, 2005.
Mike O'Hara's (Photograph) NFL week's picks — "I am picking the Lions to beat the Carolina Panthers Sunday", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, October 14, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara (Photograph) set for ride of her life — The meteoric rise of Dubbo apprentice Kathy O'Hara continues, with the talented rider picking up the ride on Guy Walter-trained Wild Iris in tomorrow's $2.5 million Group 1 Caulfield Cup (2400m). Dubbo Daily Liberal, Australia, October 14, 2005.
Wildcard: Kathy O'Hara (Photograph) lands a surprise ride — That apprentice Kathy O'Hara has had only one ride at Caulfield, and finished down the track, has not stopped the connections of Wild Iris from giving her the mount on their staying mare in the $2.5 million Caulfield Cup tomorrow. O'Hara, 19, becomes only the second female to ride in the cup. The Age, Australia, October 13, 2005.
Allen & O'Hara wins contract to redevelop Indiana University of Pennsylvania student housing — Allen & O'Hara, a subsidiary of Education Realty Trust will help replace existing student housing with new facilities at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Memphis Business Journal, TN, October 12, 2005.
Statement by Jim O’Hara, general manager of Intel Ireland and an Intel vice-president, as the ICT industry takes skills initiative — O’Hara says “in 1990 we had 19,000 people employed in ICT, now we have 90,000 working in the sector". Sunday Business Post, Ireland, October 9, 2005.
New York Giants’ offensive line gets things started with veteran center Shaun O'Hara — The Giants go into their bye week with the top scoring offense in the NFL ... "All we need to do is do our job then get out of the way and let the real athletes do their thing," center Shaun O’Hara says. The Trentonian, NJ, October 9, 2005.
NZ Knights appoint Steve O'Hara new CEO — New Zealand Knights have appointed Steve O'Hara as new chief executive after the resignation of Guy Hedderwick last week ... O'Hara has not only taken on the role of CEO but has taken a 10% sharing in the club. Tribalfootball.com, Australia, October 9, 2005.
Mike O'Hara's NFL picks for Week 5 — "This is improvement: two weeks ago, my record against the spread was 4-10. Last week it was 6-8. At that rate, I'll break even this week - if I'm not broke - and get juiced to death", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, October 7, 2005.
Field Hockey: Claire O'Hara double lifts Hampton Ladies — Claire O'Hara and Becky Livings provided the goalmouth flair as Hampton-in-Arden Ladies opened their league programme with an impressive 3-1 decision against Shrewsbury. O'Hara rounded off a nifty short-corner routine before Livings doubled the lead with a splendid solo dash past a queue of defenders. Shrewsbury hit back just before the interval but O'Hara made sure after a smooth one-two combination with Sarah Mills. icCoventry.co.uk, October 6, 2005.
WHS Volleyball Swept by O'Hara — The Warrensburg High School volleyball team lost to Cardinal O’Hara Tuesday in Kansas City. The Tigers fell in two games 25-16, 25-20 ... O’Hara also won the junior varsity and freshman matches. digitalBURG.com, MO, October 5, 2005.
Gardener Vikki O’Hara creates garden full of bulbs — As she sits in her front yard cottage garden, Vikki O’Hara’s thoughts already have wandered from the waning blooms of her perennials and moved on to next spring. More specifically, next spring’s bulbs ... O’Hara loves all kinds of gardening, but her passion is historic and heirloom bulbs. Tulips, daffodils, hyacinths. “I adore them,” she said. Lincoln Journal Star, NE, October 2, 2005.
In the Continuum World Premiere, directed by Robert O'Hara, opens October 2 at Off-Broadway's Primary Stages — Robert O'Hara directs the new work which began September 11 and plays on a Wednesday at 8:00 PM and Sunday at 7:30 PM schedule through Oct. 30 ... Director O'Hara wrote and directed the world premiere of Insurrection: Holding History at the New York Shakespeare Festival/Public Theater (the 1996 Oppenheimer Award for Best New American Play Debut). His credits also include American Ma(u)l (The Culture Project), an adaptation of Beowulf into a funk/rock musical for Seattle Repertory Theater and the new upcoming works Raw Pearl, a musical based on the life of Pearl Bailey, and Antebellum, a new play which Tony Award winner Anika Noni Rose has appeared in development readings at The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center's 2005 Playwrights Conference and the upcoming Hartford Stage's "Brand:NEW Fall Festival of New Works." Playbill.com, NY, October 2, 2005.
Thieves strike but can't steal O'Hara's glory — Kathy O'Hara is hoping to put a heart-breaking week behind her, with the premier apprentice taking her first group 1 rides in Saturday's Epsom Handicap and The Metropolitan at Randwick. O'Hara, based at Kembla Grange, was the victim of a burglary last Sunday night or Monday morning, with thieves making off with her wallet, computer and car, which was full of riding gear. Sydney Morning Herald, Australia, September 30, 2005.
Where Frank O’Hara meets Cher — Manhattan poet Aaron Smith cribs pop culture in his debut collection ... “I’m gay and the narrator I create in my work is gay,” Smith said. “I do think it is dangerous to identify as a gay writer. You want to be careful that a group does not control what you are going to say. It is important to be yourself.” New York Blade, September 30, 2005.
Marion O'Hara Lyons, 87, of Columbus, died Friday at home — Born in Trenton, Mrs. Lyons was a longtime Pennington area resident before moving to Columbus 10 years ago. She was a member of St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Pennington and the Girls Friendly Society of the Episcopal Church. She received her bachelor's degree from Rider University and was retired from the State of New Jersey, Department of Transportation, as an executive secretarial assistant. Predeceased by her parents, William A. and Jennie Harvey O'Hara and her husband, Joseph P. Lyons, she is survived by a daughter, Karen Lyons Miller; a brother, Donald O'Hara; and three grandchildren, Keara J., Leah M. and Winston J. Sauber. Hopewell Obituaries, Hopewell Valley News, NJ, September 27, 2005.
Tennis Tigers Stop O'Hara for 9th Straight Win — The Warrensburg High School girls' tennis team traveled to Kansas City Wednesday to take on O’Hara High School ... Warrensburg and O’Hara split the singles matches but the Lady Tigers doubles team went undefeated beating O’Hara in all three matches. digitalBURG.com, MO, September 26, 2005.
Sydney's premier apprentice Kathy O'Hara To Ride On Saturday — O'Hara will get her first taste of Group One racing when she is legged aboard Johan's Toy in Saturday's Epsom Handicap at Randwick. "Kathy will ride Johan's Toy who I think is a great lightweight chance," Walter said. Virtual Form Guide, Australia, September 26, 2005.
The Cardinal O’Hara Hawks run past Niagara Catholic — The Cardinal O’Hara Hawks used that elementary plan to perfection Saturday, as they ran Niagara Catholic into the ground in a 50-14 triumph over the host Patriots in a Monsignor Martin Athletic Association League A football game at Carlo J. Conti Athletic Field. Tonawanda News, NY, September 25, 2005.
Mike O'Hara's NFL Picks for Week 3 — "My record for last week's picks was a mediocre 7-8-1, but my best bet, Kansas City, won and covered", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, September 23, 2005.
College Football: Notre Dame receiver Michael O'Hara living on Irish fringe — A three-year varsity standout at Newport High School in Bellevue, O'Hara walked on at Notre Dame in 2002, enduring practice-squad beatings to earn the respect of coaches and teammates ... In his first game back since suffering a broken right hand in preseason camp, O'Hara probably won't play. But several dozen friends and family members will speckle the bleachers nonetheless, most rooting simultaneously for O'Hara highlights and a Huskies victory. Seattle Post Intelligencer, September 23, 2005.
Angelica Corporation names Steve O'Hara Chairman — The Board announced that Steve O'Hara will succeed Don Hubble as Chairman of the Board, effective January 29, 2006. Mr. O'Hara will retain the Chief Executive Officer title as well. Business Wire, CA, September 21, 2005.
O’Hara wins elite volleyball title — O’Hara High School won the Lee’s Summit North Volleyball Invitational last weekend. Kansas City Star, MO, September 21, 2005.
O'Hara Tops Lady Tigers in 8th Inning — Warrensburg rallied from a three-run deficit to force and extra inning, but still wound up with a tough 7-6 loss to O’Hara in high school softball Monday at Kansas City. The Lady Tigers fell to 2-11 overall. digitalBURG.com, MO, September 20, 2005.
Meet Victoria Clark and Kelli O'Hara at Free Light in the Piazza Event Sept. 21 — Tony Award winner Victoria Clark and her Tony-nominated co-star Kelli O'Hara — of Broadway's The Light in the Piazza — will take part in a free moderated conversation on Sept. 21. Playbill.com, NY, September 16, 2005.
Food Columnist Jo Ellen O'Hara (Photo): More Italian-style food gets served in metro area — There has always been a fascination with Italian food in this area, and over the past few years, some very popular places have opened. Birmingham News, AL, September 16, 2005.
Mike O'Hara's (Photo) NFL Picks — "This is when a kicker becomes recognized as a football player, and not some part-time specialist", writes Mike in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, September 16, 2005.
Smith-Cotton tennis rolls past O'Hara 8-1 — The Tigers beat O'Hara 8-1 to improve to 6-2 on the season and 5-1 in conference. Sedalia Democrat, MO, September 15, 2005.
Mario O’Hara winner ‘Ang Palasyo ni Valentin’ to raise curtains at new PETA Theater — Starting today, Sept. 15, Mario O’ Hara’s award-winning ‘Ang Palasyo ni Valentin’ goes onstage as the inaugural presentation of the new PETA Theater Center located in #5 Sunnyside Drive, Barangay Kristong Hari, Quezon City. Manila Bulletin, Philippines, September 14, 2005.
Tigers Soccer Stuns O'Hara 2-0 — The Warrensburg High School boys' soccer team stunned O’Hara 2-0, handing them their first West Central Conference loss since 2001. The Tigers' victory improves their record to 6-2-1, 2-0-1 in WCC play. digitalBURG.com, MO, September 14, 2005.
Jim O'Hara (Photo) column: Something relative to a tradition — "The college football game experience is all relative", writes Sports Editor Jim O'Hara, Rome News-Tribune, GA, September 11, 2005.
Mike O'Hara's (Photo) NFL Picks — "Finally, the sweet season is upon us like a continuous 17-week Christmas Eve", writes in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, September 9, 2005.
New York Giants center Shaun O'Hara assess his team's mood on the eve of its season opener compared to a year ago — "It's night and day," O'Hara said Friday as the Giants went through their final preparations for Sunday's game at Giants Stadium against Arizona. "It's like the difference between being a freshman in high school and trying to find your classroom to being a senior walking the halls with a little swagger. There's just a lot more confidence going out there, and in the NFL, if there's any lack of confidence, it's going to show." San Luis Obispo Tribune, CA, September 9, 2005.
Statement by Kevin O’Hara, president of Level 3 Communications, Inc., in face of investor unrest — Investors have raised "honest, legitimate questions" about Level 3, company President Kevin O'Hara said in a telephone interview Friday. "But we're near or already have hit bottom as an industry . . . we feel pretty good about the future." Rocky Mountain News, CO, September 9, 2005.
Reality TV star Amy O’Hara (Photo) also played professional football — Reality TV Magazine could find no information on exactly which professional football team Amy O’Hara played for. However, given Amy’s hometown of Revere, Massachusetts, it is likely that she probably played for either the Mass Mutiny or the New England Storm, which are women’s professional football teams located in Massachusetts. Reality TV Magazine, September 7, 2005.
Cardinal O'Hara rolls past Archbishop Wood — Archbishop Wood 0 0 0 0 - 0 Cardinal O'Hara 0 6 6 14 - 26. philly.com, PA, September 4, 2005.
Idle chatter with Lauren O’Hara — «Hurray for enthusiasm» — article in Cyprus Mail, Cyprus, September 3, 2005.
O’Hara School alumnae feel call to return to serve — “Back to school” has a whole new meaning for four women who work at Oregon’s largest Catholic elementary. All are alumnae of O’Hara School who have returned because of good memories and devotion to the community. Paula Du Chateau, Cindy Kersey, Meredith Jones and April Demers say they value what the school did for them so much that they felt a calling to serve there. Catholic Sentinel, OR, September 2, 2005.
Field Hockey: Cardinal O’Hara thinks it has good shot to repeat — O’Hara "surprised a lot of people" during the 2004 field hockey season, according to coach Nicole Nelson, whose Lions are defending Catholic League playoff champions. "We have nine starters back, and these girls have a lot of motivation to be the first field hockey team at O’Hara to repeat as Catholic League champs," Nelson said. The Delaware County Times, PA, September 1, 2005.
O'Hara-Township firm played key role in flight of space shuttle — It was O'Hara-based Chromalox that NASA and shuttle contractor Lockheed Martin turned to almost immediately upon the destruction of the shuttle Columbia in 2003 to help solve the problem of falling foam insulation that had been vexing NASA in shuttle flights leading up to that doomed mission. Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, PA, August 30, 2005.
Stacey O’Hara shoots 37 — The Harmony Longhorns girls golf team defeated Melbourne Central Catholic in a dual golf match at Harmony Preserve on Wednesday. Senior Stacey O’Hara shot a 1-over 37 to lead the Longhorns, 1-1. O’Hara is a member of the all-Orange Belt Conference team. Osceola News-Gazette, FL, August 26, 2005.
Diva Talk: A Chat with Piazza's Kelli O'Hara (Photograph) — she is currently delivering one of the most delightful performances on Broadway in the touching, award-laden musical at the Vivian Beaumont Theater, The Light in the Piazza. O'Hara offers a truly luminous performance as Clara, the young woman with a secret who is vacationing in 1953 Italy with her doting mother Margaret. PlaybillArts, NY, August 25, 2005.
Checkered flag for John O'Hara of Ireland in the Asian Formula Three series — The checkered flag belonged to John O'Hara of Ireland who passed Shell Helix Kinetic PCSO teammate James Winslow of England in the seventh lap en route to a best clocking of 15 minutes and 44.968 seconds at the 3.9-kilometer circuit. Tempo, Philippines, August 21, 2005.
Head coach B.J. O'Hara "really proud" of his Rochester Rattlers — The wild ride that was the Rochester Rattlers' 2005 Major Lacrosse League season came to an end Friday with a 20-13 loss to the Baltimore Bayhawks (11-2) in the playoff semifinals at Nickerson Field in Boston. "We are really proud of the way we hung together this year," said second-year head coach B.J. O'Hara. "Unfortunately, today we didn't play good enough to win." Rochester (6-7) came into the playoffs as the hottest team in the league, winning five in a row and six of their last seven after starting the season 0-5. But they ran into a Bayhawks team that was still upset over last Saturday's 21-19 loss to the Rattlers at Bishop Kearney Field. Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, NY, August 20, 2005.
Greenback just an O'Hara short of pulling out a big road victory Friday night — Despite 243 rushing yards from senior running back Justin O'Hara, the Cherokees were downed, 20-16, in a non-region contest at South Pittsburg. Maryville Daily Times, TN, August 20, 2005.
Former Cardinal O'Hara quarterback seeks national title — When he watches running back Kevin Jones churn out yardage for the NFL Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoons, he is reminded that it wasn't that long ago when he was the one handing off the ball to the all-time leading rusher in Delaware County and former Cardinal O'Hara All-Catholic running back. As a matter of fact, Mike Lomas was the quarterback of the last O'Hara team to beat St. Joseph Prep for the Catholic League title in 2000 by 35-10 when Jones scored four touchdowns to spearhead the victory. News of Delaware County, PA, August 17, 2005.
Stroke of luck for Patrick O'Hara — It was the matter of one stroke. One shot saved his day, one shot spared him the indignity of being forced to play in the qualifying round. One stroke was all that it took to place Patrick O'Hara's name on the exempt list for the 2005 Attleboro Area Golf Association's 45th annual Open. Attleboro Sun Chronicle, MA, August 15, 2005.
Gemstar-TV Guide names Ryan O'Hara President, TV Guide Channel — Ryan O'Hara has been named president of TV Guide Channel ... In this newly created role, Mr. O'Hara will oversee all aspects of TV Guide Channel and TV Guide Spot, the company's new on-demand network, including programming, marketing, advertising sales, operations, business affairs and finance. The current TV Guide Channel and TV Guide Spot management teams will now report to Mr. O'Hara, who will continue to be based in Los Angeles ... Since early 2004, Mr. O'Hara has been president of TVG Network, Gemstar-TV Guide's interactive horse racing television network. With Mr. O'Hara's leadership, TVG's revenues grew more than 37 percent in 2004 and nearly 42 percent in the first six months of 2005, while its cable and satellite distribution has increased by 26 percent since Mr. O'Hara joined the network. Business Wire, CA, August 15, 2005.
Catholic priest Michael O'Hara sees 9/11 bravery in a new light — For Father O'Hara the courage of the emergency responders who worked on Sept. 11, 2001, was never in doubt. But after the Fire Department released accounts from interviews with fire personnel, 911 calls and emergency dispatch tapes Friday under court order, O'Hara, 57, saw the bravery in a new light. "I was edified by the people's heroism, their composure," O'Hara, a chaplain for a federal prison in Manhattan, said yesterday. New York Newsday, August 14, 2005.
Coach B. J. O'Hara's Rochester Rattlers clinched berth in the Major League Lacrosse playoffs — Given the way the Rattlers have played the past month in defeating Philadelphia, Long Island and New Jersey twice, O'Hara firmly believes his team can win the MLL championship next weekend when the four-team playoff tournament is contested in Boston. Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, NY, August 13, 2005.
In the women's pole vault final, Tracy O'Hara (Photo) no-heighted — UCLA great Tracy O'Hara no-heighted in the women's pole vault final on Friday at the 2005 World Track & Field Championships in Helsinki, Finland. CollegeSports.com, NY, August 12, 2005.
Pole vaulter Tracy O'Hara advances to Finals at 2005 World T & F Championships — On Sunday, O'Hara, the runnerup at the 2005 U. S. meet advanced to Wednesday's pole vault final, by clearing 14-5.25 in prelims. CollegeSports.com, NY, August 8, 2005.
Gene O'Hara, CEO of North Colorado Medical Center, is quoted as more than 330,000 square feet are added to the Greeley's hospital — The project, part of the seven-year-old 2nd Century Project, is the last in a series of phased additions and will be open for public use come December. In the past two years, the hospital unveiled a new emergency department, the Cancer Institute and a new parking garage with a sky bridge. "We're ahead of schedule and under budget," said O'Hara, chief executive officer of the hospital. "When you look at a project of that magnitude, it's nice to have that outcome." Greeley Tribune, CO, August 7, 2005.
Community pays tribute to firefighter Charles O'Hara — A silent procession of fire engines from across the state paid tribute Friday to Charles O’Hara, the Martin County battalion chief who spent almost two decades saving lives and helping to build a fire-rescue department. Stuart News, WPTV, FL, August 6, 2005.
Hundreds gather to mourn firefighter Chief Charles O'Hara — Mackenzie O'Hara played with a white fireman's dress hat in one of the front pews Friday at Redeemer Lutheran Church while her daddy's colleagues eulogized him as a dedicated public servant, a loyal friend and, more than anything else, a devoted husband and father ... Martin County Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Charles "Chip" O'Hara, 37, died Sunday in an off-duty boating accident on the Intracoastal Waterway. Palm Beach Post, FL, August 6, 2005.
Sherri K. O'Hara (Photograph) attends her husband's burial Friday afternoon — A three-mile-long caravan of mourners escorted the flag-draped coffin of Martin County Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Charles "Chip" O'Hara to his final rest today at Fernhill Memorial Gardens in Stuart. O'Hara, an 18-year veteran of the department and former union president, died Sunday in a boating accident in the Intracoastal Waterway. The 37-year-old father of two was eulogized as dedicated firefighter, loyal friend and loving father. Palm Beach Post, FL, August 5, 2005.
Gaelic Football: Lack of O’Hara verve reduces Sligo team’s impact — Without captain and talisman Eamonn O’Hara, Cork were always likely to expose Sligo’s soft centre in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship qualifier in Portlaoise on Saturday ... Result: Cork 3-13 (22 points) Sligo 0-11 (11points). Sligo Weekender, Ireland, August 3, 2005.
Statement by head coach B. J. O'Hara as the Rochester Rattlers pull closer to spot in playoffs with victory — After a disastrous 0-5 start, the worst in franchise history, the Rochester Rattlers now control their own destiny for a Major League Lacrosse playoff spot ... "This is a testament to how these guys have hung together throughout the season," said O'Hara. "They're really starting to find their stride." Rochester Democrat and Chronicle, NY, July 31, 2005.
Amateur baseball: Orthopedic Sports blanks O'Hara's Brew Pub & Restaurant, 4-0 — The last time Jason Fischer faced O'Hara's Brew Pub & Restaurant, it put Fischer and the St. Cloud Orthopedic Sports Center in a huge hole. Saturday at splendidly sunny Joe Faber Field, Orthopedic Sports nearly dug themselves all the way out of it. Backed by Fischer's two-hitter, the Ice beat O'Hara's 4-0 in a Lakewood League Central Division playoff game. St. Cloud Times, MN, July 31, 2005.
Deputy Mike O’Hara (Photograph) and St Andrew’s Primary School head will fight to save school — Deputy O’Hara said: ‘St Andrew’s is a school of real repute. To close it on cost grounds would be wicked and we must think of the children. It is an excellent school and to close it would be sacrilege and, on cost grounds, ridiculous. ‘I will fight tooth and nail to make sure it stays open. Guernsey Weekly Press, Channel Islands,July 30, 2005.
Sioux Falls Fire Rescue Battalion Chief Tom O'Hara makes statement after paratransit bus burns — "If they hadn't gotten the people out, they certainly would've perished," O'Hara said. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Sioux Falls Argus Leader, SD, July 29, 2005.
Julie O'Hara has much to offer new Friendship School — As the opening of The Friendship School rapidly approaches, it has one more asset to offer its students: Julie O'Hara, who will be the Carelot Clubhouse director. Currently on maternity leave from East Lyme's Carelot Children's Services because of the birth of her second son, O'Hara will certainly be in a position to understand all the anxiety and excitement of parents bringing their children to preschool for the first time. Certified to teach in both elementary and special education, with a minor in French from La Salle University, O'Hara has worked at Carelot Children's Services for two-and-a-half years. Shore Publishing, CT, July 28, 2005.
Jim O'Hara column: Rome still in national spotlight — Over the next few days, Rome will be mentioned over millions of TV sets around the Southeast and be known by hundreds of thousands of other people in the Northwest. Rome News-Tribune, GA, July 28, 2005.
Gaelic Football: Eamonn O’Hara needs surgery as knee injury ends the midfielder’s year — The Sligo team captain is to undergo surgery to repair his injured left knee, having severed a cruciate knee ligament at the start of Sligo’s All-Ireland SFC Qualifier against Kildare earlier this month. The 29-year-old also sustained some cartilage damage. Sligo Weekender, Ireland, July 26, 2005.
O'Hara's Hardware will open a new store in downtown Albia — In more than 60 years of business, O'Hara's True Value Hardware in Ottumwa has never operated two stores. O'Hara's is opening its second location - on Albia's town square. "There is a definite need in that area for a hardware store," said owner Mike O'Hara. Ottumwa Courier, IA, July 25, 2005.
Statement by U.S. military spokesman in Afghanistan Lt. Col. Jerry O'Hara after a U.S. soldier was killed and another wounded in an attack by suspected Taliban guerrillas in southern Afghanistan on Sunday, the latest American casualties in a surge of militant violence ahead of September elections. At least one militant was also killed and two wounded in the clash near the town of Giriskh in Helmand province, Lt. Col. Jerry O’Hara said, adding that an Afghan interpreter for U.S. forces was wounded. “The (U.S.) forces were on patrol, part of a regular operation against enemy forces, when they came under attack,” he said. Reuters and MSNBC, July 24, 2005.
Man who took $1 million from O'Hara firm gets 2 years — With the betrayed company president looking on grimly, the former chief financial officer of American Thermoplastic Co. in O'Hara Township stood before a judge yesterday to accept his punishment for embezzling more than $1 million from the firm over a decade. Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA, July 22, 2005.
O’Hara Mill (Madoc, Ontario) Heritage Day, July 24 — Sunday, July 24, will be Heritage Day at O’Hara Mill (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.). There will be pioneer demonstrations, sheep shearing, rug hooking, harness making, steam engines, shingle making, school activities, cooking with the Timm Family, and a guided hike with naturalist Terry Sprague ... The homestead on this tranquil 34-hectare site was constructed in 1848 and the mill soon after. It remained in the O’Hara family until purchased by the Moira River Conservation Authority (Quinte Conservation) and it and the farm buildings have been restored and maintained by an enthusiastic band of volunteers. Stirling Community Press, Canada, July 21, 2005.
Kelli O'Hara Charms the Chatterbox, July 21 — The Light in the Piazza's Kelli O'Hara will be the latest star to head down to Seth's Broadway Chatterbox for a chat with host Seth Rudetsky. She will discuss her Tony-nominated performance as Clara as well as others on Thursday, July 21st at 6 PM. Broadway World, NY, July 20, 2005.
Maureen O'Hara attends Foynes annual festival — Maureen returned to Foynes Saturday July 16 to present the 13th Irish Coffee Festival trophy to the new king of Irish coffee makers. Free-Press-Release.com, July 18, 2005.
Rhett Butler's goodbye to Scarlett O'Hara – "Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn" – ranked as the No. 1 all-time greatest movie quote — Almost 70 years after it first appeared as a novel, and 66 after it premiered as a movie, "Gone With the Wind" continues to influence our culture ... the nearly four-hour-long movie is No. 4 on the Film Institute's list of the 100 greatest movies. And last month, the American Film Institute ranked Rhett Butler's goodbye to Scarlett O'Hara – "Frankly, my dear, I don't give a damn" – as the No. 1 all-time greatest movie quote. San Diego Union Tribune, CA, July 17, 2005.
Ellin O’Hara, New Hampshire donor recruitment manager for the American Red Cross Blood Services/New England Region sends invitation to southern New Hampshire residents 17 and older is to attend the largest single-day blood drive in the region Wednesday at Nashua High School South. Nashua Telegraph, NH, July 17, 2005.
Leading Sydney apprentice Kathy O'Hara was suspended after her ride on Divine Tycoon in the second event of the afternoon. O'Hara pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding after stewards found that she had permitted her mount to shift in when insufficiently clear ... O’Hara’s permit to ride in races was suspended for a period to commence on Sunday 24 July and to expire on Friday 5 August on which day she may ride. BigPond Sport Horse Racing, Australia, July 16, 2005.
Central v Eagles: Brett O'Hara needs to stand tall — Rarely does a player have the chance to conclusively demonstrate his worth. Lone Eagles ruckman Brett O'Hara has that because he's up against the best opposition unit in Paul Scoullar and Jason McKenzie. O'Hara beat them for a state spot in May ... now he can show why. Advertiser Adelaide, Australia, July 14, 2005.
Final round for John O'Hara — O'Hara has more legal lives than the proverbial cat has earthly ones. The Brooklyn native, who has been barred from voting in elections, failed in his bid to have the United States Supreme Court overturn the ban ... O'Hara has waged a tenacious, and some would say quixotic, battle against his 1999 conviction for voting fraud. Irish Echo, NY, July 13, 2005.
Maureen O'Hara attends Foyne's Irish coffee festival — Maureen will return to Foynes this Saturday July 16 to present the 13th Irish Coffee Festival trophy to the new king of Irish coffee makers. The flame haired Irish movie star is the widow of Captain Charlie Blair, who flew the last scheduled passenger plane from Foynes to New York way back in 1945. She’s been a loyal supporter of this annual festival since its inception in the 1991. Limerick Post, Ireland, July 13, 2005.
Gaelic Football: Time running out for Sligo's Eamonn O'Hara — Bustling Sligo midfielder Eamonn O'Hara looks certain to miss the Yeats county's All-Ireland SFC third round qualifier against Clare on Sunday. The Tourlestrane giant damaged his knee in the opening minutes of the second round defeat of Kildare and subsequent scans revealed both ligament and bone damage to the knee. O'Hara underwent an intensive course of physiotherapy last weekend, but it seems the 2002 All-star is still a week or two away from a recovery. Ireland Online, Ireland, July 13, 2005.
XL chief executive Brian O’Hara under fire — The Bermuda-based XL Capital Ltd. saw its shares fall as much as 5.3 percent on Friday after the company raised reserves for reinsurance claims, cutting second-quarter profit by $183 million. Royal Gazette, Bermuda, July 11, 2005.
Statement by U.S. military spokesman in Afghanistan Lt. Col. Jerry O'Hara after Commando reported killed in Afghanistan — A purported Taliban spokesman said Saturday that the group has beheaded a missing American commando, but he offered no proof ... U.S. military spokesman Lt. Col. Jerry O'Hara said the search for the commando was continuing. Arizona Daily Sun, AZ, July 10, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara Trials Toe-stoppers — Leading apprentice Kathy O'Hara has found a new weapon to combat any question marks over her riding style - toe-stoppers. O'Hara elected to trial the toe-stoppers for the first time at Randwick on Wednesday after being fined $400 by stewards for disobeying an order to ride with at least the balls of her feet in the irons when successful aboard Superfreak at Canterbury last Wednesday. Virtual Form Guide, Australia, July 6, 2005.
Gaelic Footballer Eamonn O'Hara a non-starter for Sligo — Sligo's chances of avenging last year's Tommy Murphy Cup final loss to Clare have been hampered by a scan on midfielder Eamonn O'Hara's knee injury. The Yeats men have been paired against Clare in the All-Ireland Senior Football Championship third round qualifiers on July 17, but O'Hara's knock, which saw him stretchered off in Sunday's one-point win over Kildare, will definitely rule him out of that tie. A scan yesterday showed up medial ligament damage and some scarring on the 2002 All-star's knee. Ireland Online, July 5, 2005.
O'Hara Township council to decide on property-maintenance code — O'Hara council is expected to decide July 12 whether to place a referendum on the November ballot that would allow residents to vote on a property-maintenance code. The code has been debated at length by council and code opponents, including The Concerned Citizens of O'Hara Township. Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, PA, July 3, 2005.
Gaelic Football: Centre fielder and captain Eamonn O’Hara is stretchered off but Sligo win qualifier clash at Markievicz Park — The finest Sligo footballer of his generation afterwards sought to rally his men the perimeter. Final result: Sligo 1-11 Kildare 1-10. The Sunday Times, UK, July 3, 2005.
Star apprentice Kathy O'Hara warned to toe the line — O'Hara was under fire from Racing NSW stewards yesterday when slapped with a $400 fine after pleading guilty to a charge of failing to comply with a direction issued by racing's law enforcers more than a month ago. Stewards ... levelled the charge against O'Hara in the wake of her winning ride on Superfreak, trained by her boss Gwenda Markwell, at Canterbury last Wednesday. O'Hara was found to have ridden Superfreak with just her toes in the irons, a practice stewards consider not safe for some apprentice riders. Sydney Morning Herald, Australia, July 3, 2005.
Statement by U.S. military spokesman in Afghanistan Lt. Col. Jerry O'Hara — as warplanes pounded a suspected Taliban compound in the Afghan mountains near where an elite U.S. military team disappeared last week, and violence elsewhere left 38 rebels and Afghan security forces dead as fighting rose ahead of fall elections. Globe and Mail & Associated Press, July 2, 2005.
US military spokesman Lt. Col. Jerry O'Hara said US forces were using "every available asset" to search for missing troops — US forces desperately scoured rugged Afghan mountains yesterday for a small team of soldiers missing after fierce fighting that included the shooting down of a special forces helicopter with 16 troops aboard earlier this week. PakTribune.com, Pakistan, July 2, 2005.
Thomas O'Hara's book gives a look at life inside Camp Pendleton in Southern California — O'Hara, who served 40 years in the U.S. Marine Corps before retiring as a colonel in 2003, has provided an inside look at the base with his book, "Camp Pendleton". North County Times, CA, July 2, 2005.
Gaelic Football: Great comeback sees Sligo through without captain Eamonn O'Hara — Sligo got off to the worst start possible when captain and former All Star Eamonn O'Hara and Brian Curran both left the field with injuries in the first minute. But a stirring second half comeback saw Sligo through to the third round of the Bank of Ireland All-Ireland Football qualifiers after a tense 1-11 to 1-10 victory over Kildare at Markievicz Park. RTE, Ireland, July 2, 2005.
Golf: Steven O'Hara's Open pain eases off — O'Hara will battle through the pain barrier in a bid to resurrect his Open dream which suffered a brutal blow at Sunningdale on Monday. The Motherwell-based starlet was forced out of the qualifying competition after 18 holes with back problems but he is determined to play in this week's European Open in Dublin and Loch Lomond's Scottish Open in an attempt to grab one of the few remaining places at St Andrews. Glasgow Daily Record, UK, June 29, 2005.
Tracy O'Hara finished second, two inches behind winner of the national pole vault title at the U.S. Track and Field Championships — Rancho Bernardo High and UCLA grad. Tracy O'Hara led for much of the event but went out at 14-5¼, sure of her spot on the U.S. team. "I knew I was in first, but I didn't want to get ahead of myself," said O'Hara, who got a personal best 15-1¼ earlier this season. San Diego Union Tribune, CA, June 26, 2005.
Statement by American military spokesman in Afghanistan Lieutenant Colonel Jerry O'Hara — Afghan government and US military leaders met in Miana Shien yesterday with about 35 tribal chiefs to urge them to help battle the Taliban ... O'Hara said the long-term goal of the meeting is ''to determine how we can prevent the Taliban from having any influence in this area." Boston Globe, MA, June 26, 2005.
Jim O'Hara Column: A night of first for Rome — Last night was clearly a first for Rome, when all three professional teams - the Rome Braves, the Rome Gladiators and the Rome Renegades - were in action on the same day at the exact same time. Jim O'Hara (Photo) is Rome News-Tribune Sports Editor. Rome News-Tribune, GA, June 26, 2005.
Culture: John O'Hara biographer searches for lost Pottsville newspapers — John O'Hara began his writing career as a journalist in Pottsville, the coal town where he grew up in the early 1900s and which provided the setting for much of his later fiction. But the articles he wrote as a general assignment reporter for the Pottsville Journal are missing ... Now, a leading O'Hara's scholar, Matthew J. Bruccoli, is offering a $1,000 US reward in hopes that somebody will come forward with the missing newspaper volumes - which span the years 1924 to 1926 - and let him put them on microfilm. Macleans, Canada, June 25, 2005.
Rugby League Football: Raiders lose prop as Tigers tame Ryan O'Hara — The Wests Tigers have secured the services of Canberra's Ryan O'Hara after he signed a three-year deal with the club yesterday ... O'Hara played 95 matches with the Raiders during his five-year tenure in the national capital. The Canberra Times, Australia, June 24, 2005.
ACS Welcomes Mike O'Hara as Senior Managing Director of IT Outsourcing Solutions — Affiliated Computer Services, Inc., a premier provider of business process and information technology outsourcing solutions, announced today that Mike O'Hara has joined the company as Senior Managing Director of Information Technology Outsourcing (ITO) Solutions. O'Hara will be responsible for guiding and overseeing all the ITO solutions and business operations for ACS' commercial line of business. O'Hara comes to ACS from IBM, where he gained more than 30 years of leadership experience in a variety of senior-level positions. Yahoo News (press release), June 22, 2005.
Corkrey-O'Hara (Photo) Engagement — Ronnie W. Corkrey announces the engagement of his daughter, Jennifer K. Corkrey, to Brendan W. O'Hara. Brendan, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph O'Hara, is originally from Hartsdale, N.Y., and has been employed by Sable Engineering for 18 years. The couple will marry in winter 2006 in Sonoma, Calif. Loudoun Times-Mirror, VA, June 21, 2005.
Military spokesman Lt. Col. Jerry O'Hara sends a warning to the insurgents in Afghanistan — Fighting raged across southern Afghanistan on Sunday as the U.S. military pounded suspected Taliban positions with airstrikes that killed as many as 20 militants along a narrow mountain footpath ... O'Hara told The Associated Press that additional U.S. and Afghan forces had been sent to the scene and the numbers of rebel dead could rise. The Washington Post, June 19, 2005.
Boxing: Limond defeats Kevin O'Hara in Glasgow — Willie Limond captured the vacant Celtic super featherweight title with a convincing 98-95 points win over Kevin O'Hara at Glasgow's Kelvin Hall. BBC Sport, UK, June 17, 2005.
Fighting fit despite scare, Kevin O'Hara ready for Limond — O'Hara is unlikely to be fazed in the slightest when he faces local hero Willie Limond at the Kelvin Hall this evening. While the Belfast bricklayer is considered the underdog as he takes on Limond for the vacant Celtic super-featherweight title, he has overcome the odds outside of the ring often enough to believe he can upset the Glaswegian and move a step closer to his goal of winning a major championship. O'Hara, 23, was involved in a far more deadly fight earlier this year when an accidental drug overdose saw him rushed to hospital. The Scotsman, UK, June 17, 2005.
Good day for Kathy O'Hara at Hawkesbury — NSW apprentice Kathy O’Hara, claiming 2kg, has enjoyed a successful winter to-date and she added to her success with three winners at Hawkesbury on Thursday, including on The Man in the main race of the day the $30,000, A O’Cass Memorial Rowley Mile (1600m). ThoroughbredNews.co.nz, New Zealand, June 16, 2005.
Cardinal O'Hara's Sean Barksdale is the All-Delco baseball player of the year — As a kid growing up in Briarcliffe, Sean Barksdale always saw himself as a baseball player. He's done that, and a lot more as the anchor of the Cardinal O'Hara baseball team. The Delaware County Times, PA, June 14, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara Prevails In Country Championship — Star apprentice Kathy O'Hara got every last inch out of Tamworth gelding Sir Winalot to prevail in a desperate drive to the line in the PJ Bell Country Championship (1400m) at Warwick Farm. Virtual Form Guide, Australia, June 13, 2005.
Boxing: Kevin O'Hara aims to copy Hitman's style — O'Hara will be inspired by the sensational victory of Ricky Hatton over Kostya Tszyu when he bids for his first title on Friday night ... O'Hara travels to Glasgow to take on Scotland's Willie Limond for the vacant Celtic super-featherweight title and he intends to do a job similar to that of Hatton when he broke the heart of former World champion Tszyu last Sunday morning in Manchester. Sunday Life, UK, June 12, 2005.
Steven O'Hara shows he's Dutch of class with 65 — Scot Steven O'Hara played target golf with a five-birdie 65 in round two of the KLM Dutch Open yesterday Thatsuperb five-under blitz of the Hilversum course rocketed the Motherwell star to 135 - three behind leader Gary Emerson. Glasgow Daily Record, UK, June 11, 2005.
XL Capital Ltd Chief Executive Officer Brian M. O'Hara is to Participate in a Panel Discussion at the Standard & Poor's 2005 Annual Insurance Conference on June 13, 2005. Mr. O'Hara is scheduled to participate in a panel discussion entitled "Insurance Industry Under the Microscope: The CEOs' Perspectives" at the Standard & Poor's 2005 Annual Insurance Conference at The Grand Hyatt in New York on June 13, 2005, at 8:30 a.m. EDT. Yahoo News (press release), June 10, 2005.
Steven O'Hara three off leader Emerson — O'Hara carded a 65 at the KLM Open in Holland yesterday to move into joint fourth place, only three behind the leaders, on a day when the course and conditions conspired against the majority of the field. The Scot is on five under ... The Scotsman, UK, June 10, 2005.
John O'Hara biographer searches for lost Pottsville newspapers — The late "Butterfield 8" and "Pal Joey" author John O'Hara began his writing career as a newspaper reporter in Pottsville, Pa., the coal town where he grew up in the early 1900s and which provided the setting for much of his later fiction. Associated Press & Penn Live, June 10, 2005.
Limond and O'Hara clash for title — Glasgow super featherweight Willie Limond will fight Belfast's Kevin O'Hara on 17 June for the vacant IBF Intercontinental championship. BBC Sport, UK, June 8, 2005.
Chang O'Hara's files for bankruptcy — Chang O'Hara's Bistro, a popular St. Paul restaurant, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy Friday after the restaurant lost two separate sexual harassment suits filed by former employees. Minneapolis Star Tribune, MN, June 6, 2005.
Horse Racing: History beckons Kathy O'Hara — O'Hara will rewrite Stradbroke history should she become the first-ever apprentice to win the $1 million Queensland feature on Saturday. O'Hara, who shot to the front of the Sydney apprentices title on Saturday, will ride Bold Matador if the horse pleases trainer Gwenda Markwell and connections after a track gallop this morning. Daily Telegraph, Australia, June 6, 2005.
“The Magic Guy (Jamie O’Hara) is a lot of fun” — It may be a bunny or a magic book that Jamie O’Hara will pull out of his magician’s hat Friday when the Portales Public Library kicks-off its summer reading program. O’Hara, who calls himself “The Magic Guy,” has been practicing magic since he was 7 years old. Portales Public Library children’s librarian Stephanie Levin said O’Hara has performed many times at her library. Clovis News Journal, NM, June 5, 2005.
Shawn O'Hara is an independent candidate in in Hattiesburg mayor's race — Attacks are taking focus off issues and O'Hara says the issues of the election are being lost in the controversy. Hattiesburg American, MS, June 5, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara Leads Apprentices' Title Race — Golden girl Kathy O'Hara hit the lead in the race for the Sydney apprentices' title when booting home her 15th metropolitan winner at Rosehill. Virtual Form Guide, Australia, June 4, 2005.
Megan O'Hara: Our urban culture reflects heritage of immigrants — Megan O'Hara is cochair of Minneapolis Mosaic and wife of Mayor R.T. Rybak. Minneapolis Star Tribune, MN, June 2, 2005.
Kevin O’Hara to Speak at 13th Annual Deutsche Bank Media & Telecommunications Conference — Kevin O’Hara, president and COO of Level 3 Communications, Inc., an international communications and information services company, will make an investor presentation at the Pierre Hotel, New York, on Tuesday, June 7. mysan.de (Press release), Germany, June 1, 2005.
Tracy O'Hara vaults to win, for free — Knowing that she wasn't going to receive any remuneration for her efforts, the former UCLA gymnast nevertheless cleared a personal-best 15 feet, 1 inch in the women's pole vault Monday to provide one of the highlights of the Payton Jordan U.S. Open track meet at Stanford's Cobb Track and Angell Field. San Francisco Chronicle, CA, May 31, 2005.
Persistence defines O'Hara grad — Persistence is the recipe for success for Bishop O'Hara High School student-athlete Jeff Guagliardo. The 18-year-old senior, who is the school's 2005 Student-Athlete of the Year, applied in the fall for admission to the Pennsylvania State University's main campus. Scranton Times, PA, May 27, 2005.
Steven O’Hara flies high with pair of eagles — O'Hara finished eagle-eagle last night to soar up the leaderboard with a three-under-par 69 in the BMW Championship. In the third last group out, the 24-year-old from Bellshill, who is gaining an ever more solid foothold on the European Tour, plundered the two par-5s to turn a humdrum round into something special. The Herald, UK, May 26, 2005.
Limond guns for Kevin O'Hara — Willie Limond will face off with Ireland's Kevin O'Hara on June 17 for the IBF Inter Continental super featherweight belt. Glasgow Evening Times, UK, May 23, 2005.
Cardinal O’Hara shows it has fire to burn brightly — The sermon at the Cardinal O’Hara girls track team Mass Saturday night concerned the movie "Chariots of Fire." The saying on the back of the T-shirts the O’Hara athletes designed to wear to the Catholic League Track and Field Championships at Upper Darby High Sunday afternoon read "Lite The Fire." The Delaware County Times, PA, May 23, 2005.
Statement by US military spokesman Lt Col Jerry O'Hara following clash in Afghanistan — a clash between insurgents and US-led coalition and Afghan forces in the country's troubled east left 12 rebels dead and one US soldier wounded. The clash occurred on Saturday in Paktika province, which borders Pakistan, said US military spokesman Lt Col Jerry O'Hara. Seattle Post Intelligencer, May 22, 2005.
Q&A With TVG’s Ryan O’Hara — When he was studying for an MBA at Harvard, Ryan O'Hara never imagined he'd end up running a horse-racing network. Yet the experience he gained overseeing interactive TV strategy and development at BSkyB and as SVP of business development at Gemstar-TV Guide has prepared him well for his current role as president of Gemstar's horse-racing and wagering network TVG. CableFAX's CableWORLD, NY, May 20, 2005.
Gaelic Football: Eamon O’Hara’s still keen as ever — It’s hard to dampen Eamon O’Hara’s enthusiasm for Sligo football. The Tourlestrane native is just as charged up as ever as the countdown begins for his sides clash with Leitrim this Sunday. Western People, Ireland, May 18, 2005.
Turf talk: Gai backs hot hoop Kathy O'Hara — Boom apprentice Kathy O'Hara has admitted nerves will set in before she takes four rides for Gai Waterhouse at Randwick on Saturday. It will be the first time O'Hara has ridden for Waterhouse and the meeting can't come quickly enough for the form apprentice. Sydney Morning Herald, Australia, May 13, 2005.
Cardinal O'Hara scores three goals in 10 minutes to put away Smith-Cotton — The Celtics won 9-0 in a West Central Conference game at Susie Ditzfeld Memorial Soccer Field, using a quick scoring burst to start the second half to pull away. Sedalia Democrat, MO, May 11, 2005.
O'Hara family at centre of new controversy ... allegations made by Irish prime minister Taoiseach Bertie Ahern — A new controversy has erupted over the treatment of the O'Hara family whose four autistic children were taken into care by the Health Service Executive two months ago. Today in the Dáil, the Taoiseach refused to withdraw specific allegations he had made on the Dáil record last week about the family ... Bertie Ahern said he would not be withdrawing anything he had said. RTE Interactive, Ireland, May 10, 2005.
The Medicare Catch – Mrs. O'Hara's Windfall — The White House now says that when Medicare begins covering prescription drugs in January, older and poorer Americans will receive a windfall. But there's a catch. The White House also says these older and poorer Americans will spend less of their own money on prescription drugs so they will have more cash to spend on food. But there's another catch. Take the case of Mrs. Molly O'Hara in Butte, Montana ...CounterPunch, CA, May 10, 2005.
Statement By Peter O’Hara, Editor-In-Chief, Fairfax New Zealand — Today Fairfax was concerned to learn that the briefs of evidence in the Doone case had been disclosed. Neither Fairfax nor its lawyers released its documents. Scoop.co.nz (press release), New Zealand, May 10, 2005.
Northern Ireland soccer: Keith O'Hara stays at Portadown — The highly rated left-back has signed a new three-year contract at Shamrock Park and that news will disappoint other clubs who were interested in prizing him away from the Ports. "I've had an enjoyable time at Portadown and I am pleased to have signed for another three-years," said O'Hara. Belfast Telegraph, May 9, 2005.
Keith O'Hara (Photograph) signs a new Portadown deal — Portadown defender Keith O'Hara is the first of Ronnie McFall's Irish Cup winning side to confirm that he is staying at Shamrock Park. The left-sided full-back has signed a new three-year deal to keep him at Portadown up until the end of the 2008 season. "I've had an enjoyable time and I'm happy to sign for another three years," O'Hara told the Belfast Telegraph. BBC Sport, UK, May 9, 2005.
O’Hara girls take this one for coach — Cardinal O’Hara ran away Saturday with the team title at the Delaware County Girls Track and Field Championships.The Delaware County Times, PA, May 8, 2005.
Kathy O’Hara takes the short way home —Young Sydney apprentice Kathy O’Hara, 18, did not quite follow the riding instructions in the last race of the programme at Rosehill, Sydney, on Saturday, but to the delight of connections she won anyway. Thoroughbred News, New Zealand, May 7, 2005.
Suffern's Laura O'Hara writing her own way — Running ahead of the pack isn't anything new to Suffern track and field star Laura O'Hara. But writing ahead of the pack? The senior captain of the defending section-champion Mounties has already begun work on her first novel. "I know it's a big undertaking," said O'Hara, The Journal News Rockland Scholar-Athlete of the Week. "Even being as busy as I am, I always try to work on it because I want a writing career." The Journal News, NY, May 7, 2005.
The 2005 general election: Labour Hold – Eddie O'Hara, Member of Parliament for Knowsley South —Votes: 24,820; Share of vote: 68.1%; Turnout: 51.5 %. Guardian Unlimited, May 6 2005.
Election 2005 – Results – Knowsley South – Labour Hold – Eddie O'Hara — votes: 24,820 votes; share: 68.1%; change: -3.2%. bbc.co.uk, May 5, 2005.
Soccer: Keith O'Hara hungry to taste Cup final joy — O'Hara may only be 24, but he has already lost enough Irish Cup finals to do him a lifetime. The Portadown full-back will enter his third cup decider on Saturday when the Shamrock Park men take on Larne at Windsor Park and so far he still awaits his first winners medal. Belfast Telegraph, Northern Ireland, May 5, 2005.
O'Hara sewer installation slated to begin mid-month — Two dozen homeowners in O'Hara Township soon will have their septic tanks replaced with public sewers at a cost of $10,500 each ... Work is scheduled to begin by the middle of this month and be completed within 90 days. Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA, May 05, 2005.
Gaelic Football: Eamonn O’Hara (photograph) boost for Sligo — Sligo boss Dominic Corrigan is confident that former All-Star Eamonn O’Hara will be fit for the Connacht championship opener against Leitrim on May 22. O’Hara made his return from an ankle injury for his club Tourlestrane on Saturday, and also played at midfield for Sligo in a challenge match victory over Mayo on Bank Holiday Monday. O’Hara was substituted before the end of Monday’s game and was seen icing his ankle, but Corrigan insisted there was nothing to be concerned about. "Eamonn is fine and I expect him to be alright for our Connacht first round game against Leitrim," he said. Hogan Stand - GAA Football & Hurling, Ireland, May 4, 2005.
Hockey: Outstanding Damien O'Hara strikes in narrow Bay victory — Bay Independent hockey notched up their third win in a row following a 3-2 victory against a strong Palmerston North Boys High School lineup on Saturday ... Damien O'Hara capitalised on a defensive error from the PNBHS side to clinically take the score to 2-0. Hawke's Bay Today, New Zealand, May 3, 2005.
Gaelic Football: Eamon O’Hara suffers injury setback — Sligo continued preparations for their up-coming Connacht Senior Championship match against Leitrim when they defeated a strong Mayo side by two points (2-16 to 3-11) in a highly entertaining challenge game which was played at Markievicz Park yesterday ... In a worrying note midfielder Eamon O’Hara came off injured with what could be a re-occurrence of the ankle injury that has plagued him in recent weeks. Sligo Weekender, Ireland, May 3, 2005.
Jailed killer Robert 'Birdman' O'Hara fears revenge from his old bosses — A crime clan are furious that drug dealer O'Hara had £100,000 seized by the authorities while he owed them money. He built a £2million-a-year heroin empire with the backing of the notorious McGovern family in Glasgow. O'Hara, Robert Murray and Colin McKay were convicted of the murder of 25-year-old Paul McDowall at the High Court in Dunfermline on Friday. O'Hara, Murray, and McKay along with Brian Kelly were also convicted of dru dealing, possession of firearms and conspiracy to murder. Glasgow Sunday Mail, UK, May 1, 2005.
The 'Birdman' O'Hara is caged — A drugs gang were yesterday found guilty of murder and conspiracy after one of the closest guarded trials in Scottish legal history. Robert 'The Birdman' O'Hara and two henchmen are facing years behind bars for the brutal daylight killing of gang rival Paul McDowall. Glasgow Daily Record, UK, April 30, 2005.
Drugs gang led by Robert the 'Birdman' O'Hara found guilty of murder — Members of a Glasgow drugs gang have been found guilty of murder and conspiracy to murder following a high court trial in Dunfermline. Robert O'Hara, 27, known as the Birdman, led the drugs gang which terrorised the Possil area of Glasgow. O'Hara, Robert Murray and Colin Mackay were found guilty of murdering Paul McDowall last July. A fourth man, Brian Kelly, who had looked after guns for the gang, was found guilty of conspiracy to murder. BBC News World Edition, April, 29, 2005.
Penn Relays: O’Hara ends up eighth in its race against the clock — The motto at Cardinal O’Hara is "expect the unexpected" and the Lions lived up to that credo at the 111th Penn Relays Carnival Thursday afternoon at Franklin Field. O’Hara was seeded 16th, dead last, in the high school girls distance medley relay Championship of America, but the Lions did not bring up the rear. The Delaware County Times, PA, April 29, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara takes up baton in the toughest relay on turf — O'Hara - aged 18 - is in town and set to become the leading Sydney apprentice. O'Hara has the foundation of bush experience and is the top NSW apprentice (including country and provincials) with 49 winners for the season. Sydney Morning Herald, Australia, April 28, 2005.
Rev. O'Hara to leave St. Peter's — Rev. Jane O'Hara Shields of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Harwich has accepted a new call to be the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) Mission Developer for the New England Synod. Harwich Oracle, MA, April 26, 2005.
Golf: Motherwell’s Steven O’Hara is on 12 under par in the Johnnie Walker Classic in Beijing — O’Hara arrived in China for a second visit in as many months after finishing eighth in last week’s Spanish Open. The flame-haired 24-year-old had muscled his way to a share of seventh courtesy of a second round 65. O’Hara got the third round start he wanted with two opening birdies, and after a sixth hole bogey, he burst back up the board capturing a birdie hat-trick from the seventh. He dropped a shot at the 12th but was delighted when his putt at the 13th dropped for eagle. Sunday Herald, UK, April 24, 2005.
Catholic League Baseball: Cardinal O'Hara outslugs Archbishop Carroll — O'Hara entered Monday's game atop the standings at 4-1 (11-2 overall) and stayed on top after defeating Carroll, 9-7. Wayne Suburban Newspapers, PA, April 22, 2005.
Ex-officer pleads guilty to $1 million O'Hara Township fraud — The former company controller admitted that he used a variety of schemes to embezzle money, which he deposited in his personal brokerage accounts. Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA, April 20, 2005.
Embezzlement cost O'Hara firm 100 jobs —An O'Hara Township company was forced to cut 100 jobs, freeze pensions and nearly went out of business thanks to its former chief financial officer, who admitted Wednesday to embezzling nearly $500,000 from the firm. Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, PA, April 20, 2005.
Apprentice Kathy O'Hara (Photograph) at home after becoming the darling of Sydney racing — O'Hara returned to the bush yesterday after she became the darling of Sydney racing by booting home King Rex at Rosehill on Saturday. The 18-year-old was straight back into the winner's enclosure at the Nowra meeting yesterday when she rated $26 outsider Black Comet perfectly in front to win the Shoalhaven Ex-Servicemen's Class 2 Handicap (2200m). Illawarra Mercury, Australia, April 19, 2005.
Tracy O'Hara seeking new heights after change in vaulting style — O'Hara, now 24 and competing for Adidas, didn't clear the height she hoped for Sunday in the Mt. San Antonio College Relays, but she was declared the winner about 90 minutes after competition ended. Meet officials changed the results that originally placed her second. North County Times, CA, April 18, 2005.
Thomas ''Al" O'Hara out as football coach at Watertown High School — the former coach said he was shocked when he was told two weeks ago that the school was looking to hire a new head coach. O'Hara chose to resign last week, but insists he did so reluctantly. After leading the Raiders to a 4-7 finish last fall -- the team's best record in four years -- he said he deserved another chance. The Boston Globe, April 17, 2005.
Steven O'Hara on top of his putting game in Spain — O’Hara, playing only his second full season on the European Tour, grabbed a share of the first-round lead at the Jazztel Spanish Open yesterday. Shooting a two-under-par 70 at windy San Roque, the Scot joined Swedes Peter Gustafsson and Peter Hanson, Italian Emanuele Canonica and Spaniards Santiago Luna, Diego Borrego and Jose Rivero at the top of the leaderboard. O’Hara said the hours he spent in his bedroom last week watching the Masters on TV and practising his putting had paid off. "I putted for three or four hours a day," he said after a round of three birdies and just one bogey. The Scotsman, April 15, 2005.
Bedroom putting practice pays off for joint leader Steven O’Hara — O’Hara attributed his share of the first round lead at the Spanish Open here on Thursday on the hours he has spent practising his putting back home in his bedroom in Scotland. The 24-year-old shot a two-under 70 at a windswept San Roque Club to put him atop the leaderboard with six others. Malaysia Star, April 15, 2005.
Kembla home to Kathy O'Hara (Photograph) — Apprentice Kathy O'Hara will have her first day of real work at her new home of Kembla Grange today. The 18-year-old joined the Gwenda Markwell stable officially on Sunday after riding more than 100 winners while indentured to Peter Nestor at Dubbo. She takes the next step in her career at Kembla with 38 wins so far this season, which has O'Hara at the top of the state's apprentice ranks. She has been eying a move closer to Sydney for some time and chose Markwell as a new master over a number of metropolitan stables. Illawarra Mercury, Australia, April 14, 2005.
Putting practice pays off for Steven O'Hara — Hours spent in his bedroom last week practising his putting and watching the Masters at the same time paid handsome dividends for Scot Steven O’Hara today ... In his second full season on the European Tour O’Hara stands 134th in putting and recognised the need to improve that part of his game. Ireland Online, April 14, 2005.
Jim O'Hara column: Fans a part of a team's chemistry in minor league baseball — Jim O'Hara is Rome News-Tribune Sports Writer. Rome News-Tribune, GA, April 14, 2005.
O'Hara Township to replace old sewer line but financing for project remains uncertain — Decisions made 50 years ago about a private sewer system have come back to haunt homeowners in one corner of O'Hara Township. Pittsburgh Post Gazette, PA, April 13, 2005.
Fairleigh Dickinson's John O'Hara (Photograph) named NJCBA Rookie of the Week — Fairleigh Dickinson University's John O'Hara (Staten Island, NY) has been selected as the New Jersey Collegiate Baseball Association (NJCBA) Division I Rookie of the Week. The NJCBA announced its weekly award winners on Tuesday. CollegeSports.com, NY, April 12, 2005.
John O'Hara a political foe of Brooklyn DA Charles Hynes is accusing the top prosecutor and his key aides of flouting New York's residency laws — According to a complaint filed last week, 30 percent of Hynes' top prosecutors are violating their duty as public servants to live in the city where they work. "They're breaking the law, and they know it," said John O'Hara, a Brooklyn gadfly who filed a complaint with the city's Conflicts of Interest Board. New York Post, April 10, 2005.
Irish Soccer: Sligo Rovers goalkeeper John O’Hara (photo) makes several tremendous saves in scoreless draw with Limerick FC — O’Hara, the Mayo native signed from the American colleges’scene during the winter. eleven-a-side.com, Ireland, April 10, 2005.
Shawn O'Hara is one of 3 political novices seeking Hattiesburg mayor's seat — Independent Shawn O'Hara, will face the winners of the May 3 Democratic and Republican primaries in the June 7 general election. O'Hara has been a candidate in the city's mayoral elections four times. He also has run for governor five times, the U.S. Senate five times and the U.S. House of Representatives three times. O'Hara has been involved in city politics since the mid 1980s. He's been a resident of Hattiesburg for 25 years, moving to the city to attend William Carey College where he holds four degrees including two master's degrees. He is a businessman, author and motion picture producer. He serves as national chairman of the Reform Party USA and has chaired two national conventions of the group. Hattiesburg American, MS, April 10, 2005.
Ryan O'Hara (photo) injury blow to Raiders — The Canberra Raiders have been struck a blow after their impressive start to the National Rugby League season, with prop Ryan O'Hara ruled out for the rest of the campaign with a shoulder injury. ABC Online, Australia, April 8, 2005.
Rugby League Football: NSW prop Ryan O'Hara out for season — Canberra's brilliant start to the NRL premiership has been tempered by news NSW prop Ryan O'Hara will miss the remainder of the season with a shoulder injury. O'Hara, who made his State of Origin debut last season, has torn a ligament in his right shoulder and will undergo a reconstruction at the end of the month. The injury will require six months of rehabilitation. The Age, Australia, April 7, 2005.
O'Hara vs. Hynes -The Case Against the Lawless DA — Last Tuesday in Brooklyn, John Kennedy O'Hara, a convicted felon and ex-candidate for office, celebrated his 44th birthday by putting the final touches on a complaint to the New York City Conflicts of Interest Board, which, among other duties, oversees the conduct of district attorneys and their staff. O'Hara's broadside targets Charles "Joe" Hynes of Brooklyn, the four-term incumbent DA and the man who ruined his life ... O'Hara has the honor of being one of only two New Yorkers ever tried and convicted as a criminal for the act of registering to vote. New York Press, April 6, 2005.
Rugby League: Ryan O'Hara's (in photo) season over — Raiders prop Ryan O'Hara will undergo a shoulder reconstruction at the end of this month, ruling him out for the rest of the season. O’Hara has torn a ligament in his right shoulder and after the operation he will require six months rehabilitation, ruining his season. sportal.com.au, Australia, April 6, 2005.
FDU takes game two of doubleheader behind four-hitter by John O'Hara — Freshman John O'Hara tossed a complete game four-hitter to lift the Fairleigh Dickinson University baseball team to their win. The two teams will complete their series with a single nine-inning game at noon on Sunday, April 10. collegesports.com, April 6, 2005.
Rugby League Football: Canberra prop Ryan O'Hara ruled out for a month with a shoulder injury — The news emerged last night as Raiders prop Ryan O'Hara's chances of winning another NSW Origin cap were hit for six when he was ruled out for a month with a shoulder injury. Sydney Morning Herald, Australia, April 4, 2005.
Boxing: Kevin O'Hara can be feather buster — Belfast man Kevin O'Hara believes the heartache of missing out on the big King's Hall night last month has only strengthened his desire to become WBU featherweight champion. O'Hara was just six days away from his re-match with Choi Tsvenpureev, with victory leading to a showdown with WBU champion Steve Foster in June. But it all went wrong when he ended up in hospital and O'Hara was left to watch at ringside. Belfast Telegraph - Sunday Life, Northern Ireland, April 3, 2005.
Scottish real estate manager Bill O’Hara has been quietly making deals — It's been four years since Paradigm Real Estate Managers was set up to invest the hard-earned cash of some of Scotland’s wealthiest entrepreneurs. Paradigm Real Estate chief Bill O’Hara and his partners prefer to keep their plans to themselves. Now that Paradigm has completed a string of deals, O’Hara is willing to open the door a crack to reveal the company’s strategy. Sunday Herald, UK, April 3, 2005.
Donations accepted from Tracey O'Hara garden memorial — Recently the Balch School Community (Norwood, MA) lost a wonderful teacher and friend. Ms. Tracey O'Hara of Sharon died unexpectedly Feb. 23 at the age of 25. She was loved by faculty, students and parents and respected as an enthusiastic, warm teacher who worked tirelessly with students to improve their reading skills. She graduated from Sharon High in 1997. The Balch School has decided to remember Tracey by creating a garden space in her honor. Sharon Advocate, MA, April 1, 2005.
Gaelic Football: Eamon O’Hara (Photo) doubtful for Leitrim clash — New Sligo football manager Dominic Corrigan, who has seen his side struggle in this year’s league campaign, may have to plan without Eamon O’Hara for the Connacht championship opener against Leitrim. Hogan Stand, Ireland, April 1, 2005.
Jim O'Hara column: No fooling! April's a busy time — The fourth month of 2005 will be one that few sports fans have even been a part of and may quite possibly never see again ... Jim O'Hara is Rome News-Tribune Sports Editor. Rome News-Tribune, GA, April 1, 2005.
PerkinElmer names Katherine A. O'Hara its chief lawyer — Medical and industrial instrument maker PerkinElmer Inc. named former Avon Products Inc. legal honcho Katherine A. O'Hara senior vice president and general counsel. O'Hara spent 11 years at the New York City-based Avon, most recently as associate general counsel. During her time at the consumer beauty products company, O'Hara worked on worldwide legal and regulatory compliance, corporate finance and corporate governance issues. Boston Business Journal, MA, March 31, 2005.
39-year-old Kirsten O'Hara gives kids a good run — Twenty years ago, Kirsten O'Hara was an accomplished college distance runner, a conference champion for Cal and the school record-holder in the 5,000 and 10,000 meters. On Friday night, she was competing against some women who were not even born when she was setting records for the Golden Bears in 1985. Now 39, O'Hara ran in the "B'' heat of the 5,000 at the Stanford Invitational at Cobb Track & Angell Field. Competing for a Santa Monica club called See Jane Run, O'Hara finished well back in 20th in 16 minutes, 58.79 seconds. The winner, Katie Lee of Chico State, came across in 16:25.56. San Francisco Chronicle, March 26, 2005.
Brian O'Hara Speaks Out Over Winterthur Dispute — O'Hara, chief executive officer of XL Capital, says he always expected the reserves of Winterthur International to deteriorate. XL is in a dispute over the amount Credit Suisse owes the Bermudian insurer to boost its reserves for business written by Winterthur International before XL acquired it. Institutional Investor, NY, March 24, 2005.
‘Adopting Scarlett O'Hara's approach to life’ — A couple of years ago, Beth Donohoe would have been too stressed out to see any resemblance between herself and the other women in the articles or on TV. Now she sees it, but it isn’t her anymore, not since she adopted her new way of thinking about things. She calls it her "Scarlett O’Hara Approach to Good Living." Portsmouth Herald News, NH, March 22, 2005.
Decorator has an appetite for men who are rich and handsome but then FBI agent John O'Hara steps into the picture — In "Honeymoon," James Patterson and Howard Roughan introduce readers to Nora Sinclair, a talented and successful Manhattan interior decorator, and FBI agent O'Hara. Opinion/ Books, Indianapolis Star, March 20, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara out to break drought with Boot win — Dubbo's talented young apprentice Kathy O'Hara will attempt to be the first female jockey in 10 years to win the Wellington Boot. In the 2005 Boot to be run on Monday, O'Hara has been engaged for the ride on Andrew White, Coonamble-trained Eat Carrots. Dubbo Daily Liberal, Australia, March 18, 2005.
Class AAA Flyers Cup: Cardinal O’Hara starts quick, but still falls to G.A. — O’Hara (I) was flying high early in its Flyers Cup AAA semifinal game against top-seeded Germantown Academy, but the Lions eventually were overtaken by some excellent play from Patriots sophomore forward Brian O’Neill. Germantown Academy used O’Neill’s hat trick and two assists to pull away from O’Hara for a 6-2 victory that sent the Lions home for the season in a game that was closer than the final score would indicate. The Delaware County Times, PA, March 16, 2005.
Daniel O'Hara wins mayoral race in Baldwinsville — Economic development was at the heart of the Baldwinsville mayoral race. Interesting note on this one, it was the first time in ten years that voters were choosing a new mayor, and the first time in recent memory they had 3 choices. The votes have been counted and voters have placed their confidence in Daniel O'Hara. O'Hara snagged 47% of the vote worth 589 votes. News 10 Now, NY, March 15, 2005.
Kansas City O'Hara edges Willard in Class 4 OT thriller — It took an overtime session for Kansas City O'Hara to finally put away Willard 81-77 in a thrilling Class 4 championship game Saturday afternoon at Mizzou Arena. Kansas City Star, MO, March 13, 2005.
Photograph: Padraig and Mary O'Hara at Trim District Court after a judge dismissed an interim care order — The five O'Hara children who were taken into State care a week ago were last night due to be reunited with their parents in Kells, Co Meath, following a court battle against the local health authority. Amid jubilant scenes at Trim District Court last night, Pádraig and Mary O'Hara expressed relief that their "week-long nightmare" was over and said they were delighted at the outcome of their case. The Irish Times & ireland.com, March 12, 2005.
O'Hara Township debates bus shelters, advertising — Bus shelters may or may not be coming to the township, but in the meantime, the battle between companies interested in supplying the shelters is in full gear. Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, PA, March 12, 2005.
County Meath parents Padraig and Mary O'Hara reunited with children — The couple whose five children were taken into care by the Health Service Executive last week have been reunited with them. After a nine-and-a-half hour court hearing yesterday, a judge rejected an application to have their care order extended. Parents Padraig and Mary O'Hara said they were delighted with the ruling. The Irish Society for Autism also welcomed the ruling and said justice had been done. RTE Interactive, Ireland, March 12, 2005.
Surprising Notre Dame plays in semis against O'Hara — With five straight wins, the Bulldogs have made their way to Mizzou Arena in Columbia, Mo., where they will face O'Hara at 9 a.m. today in the Class 4 state semifinals. Southeast Missourian, MO, March 11, 2005.
Delco Hockey Playoffs: Cardinal O’Hara (II) forces a title showdown — In the EHSHL Class A Division championship round at IceWorks Thursday night, Cardinal O’Hara (II) was simply not ready for its season to end. The Lions knew entering the contest that they would have to defeat Interboro twice to capture the league crown and O’Hara’s mission is halfway accomplished after its 3-2 victory over the Bucs. The Delaware County Times, PA, March 11, 2005.
Announcement to Shareholders of O'Hara Resources Ltd. — At the market opening on 3/10/05, the company will be trading under their new name and new capital structure. Market Wire (press release), March 10, 2005.
Pats drop PCL to O'Hara — The Archbishop Carroll girls' basketball team is going to have a long time to wonder exactly what happened in Friday night's 47-39 loss to Cardinal O'Hara in the Philadelphia Catholic League (PCL) Championship. Ardmore Main Line Life, PA, March 10, 2005.
Boxing: Fired up Kevin O'Hara has revenge on his mind — O'Hara knows that he faces the most important night of his career on March 18. Even at this stage, O'Hara will come to the King's Hall knowing that he simply has to defeat Choi Tsevenpureev in their eagerly anticipated re-match. The little Mongolian, based in Yorkshire, is the only one to have blotted the record of hard-hitting O'Hara. But the Belfast man insists that he has learned from the mistakes which cost him dearly last May. Belfast Telegraph, Northern Ireland, March 9, 2005.
Padraig and Mary O'Hara – parents of four autistic children – agree to psychiatric assessment — The parents of four autistic children who Irish health authorities have sought to put in State care said last night they had been asked to undergo a psychiatric assessment. Padraig and Mary O'Hara met with the Health Service Executive in Kells, Co Meath, yesterday and agreed to proposals that they undergo an assessment in the coming weeks. In the meantime their children, aged between four and 16 years of age, will continue to stay in respite care. The Irish Times & ireland.com, March 8, 2005.
The O'Hara Century — C.D.B. Bryan: "This year marks the centennial of John O'Hara's birth. He was born on January 31, 1905, married my mother, Katharine Barnes Bryan, on January 31, 1955, and died in his sleep in their Princeton home on April 11, 1970. I was a freshman at Yale when he married "Sister," as my mother was known; and by the time of his death 15 years later, I had been married twice, had three children, become a published novelist, short story writer, and journalist, and was every bit as much in awe of O'Hara's literary output and talent as I was when I had first read him as a teenager". The Weekly Standard, Washington, DC, March 5, 2005.
31 year prison sentence following death of Colleen O'Hara and her 3-year-old daughter, Mary — Daniel Allen Negrete was sentencedto 31 years in prison for a January, 2004, fatal accident near Dolan Springs that killed Negrete's girlfriend and her young daughter. Colleen O'Hara and her two young daughters, were ejected from the car. None of the car's occupants were wearing seat belts. O'Hara was also 20 weeks pregnant. O'Hara, 26, of Kingman died at the crash scene and her 3-year-old daughter, Mary, died from head injuries six days later at University Medical Center in Las Vegas. O'Hara's 7-year-old daughter, Ashley, was also taken to the Las Vegas hospital and treated for head injuries. She was released from UMC Jan. 17, 2004. Negrete's blood alcohol level was tested above the state's legal limit. Mohave Valley News, NV, March 5, 2005.
Girls basketball: Cardinal O’Hara defeated Archbishop Carroll — This is how every basketball season is supposed to end, with the two best teams playing for the championship. And so it was as Cardinal O’Hara defeated Archbishop Carroll, 47-39, Friday night at Saint Joseph’s University Alumni Memorial Fieldhouse. The top two girls basketball teams in the Catholic League met for the league title for the third consecutive season and the fourth time in five years. The Delaware County Times, PA, March 5, 2005.
Boxing: Mitchell in Belfast hunting O'Hara — Kevin Mitchell has been hailed as "The Wayne Rooney" of boxing and he wants a clash with Belfast's Kevin O'Hara. Belfast Telegraph, Northern Ireland, March 3, 2005.
Beer News: O'Hara's Irish Stout Debuts In America — Carlow & Cork, Ireland. A blind panel of 33 International Brewing Experts at the Millennium Brewing Industry International Awards has voted O'Hara's Irish Stout the World's Number One Stout above 74 competing products. And with the wealth of good Irishmen and true Irish stout lovers living in America, there is a calling for O'Hara's in America. Kegs and cases of O' Hara's Irish Stout for America are now being imported from Cork, Ireland, by Colorado-based Distinguished Brands International (DBI). BeerAdvocate.com, MA, February 28, 2005.
Paul O'Hara lost in the semi-finals of the Portuguese men's amateur international golf championship — O'Hara, the younger brother of tour player Steven O'Hara, is a member at Colville Park Golf Club, Motherwell; he beat Englishman Kevin Harper in the morning semi-finals by 3 and 2 but then lost 2 and 1 to another Englishman Matthew Cryer, by 2 and 1. The Scotsman, UK, February 27, 2005.
Brandon O'Hara won the only title for Washington Township at the NJSIAA District 30 Wrestling Championships — O'Hara defeated Williamstown's Rocco Panarello, 5-1. The title was three years in the making, and O'Hara claimed he would be back next year to defend the crown. "I thought the match was going to go the whole six minutes," said O'Hara. "I made an early mistake and almost got pinned, but once I got out I knew I would win. It was a long three years to get here, so winning districts means a whole lot to me." The Gloucester County Times, NJ, February 27, 2005.
Cardinal O'Hara outlasts Ruskin — O'Hara gained a 64-61 triple-overtime victory over Ruskin in a Class 4 boys district final on Saturday. Kansas City Star, MO, February 27, 2005.
Judge to hear dispute over O'Hara Township property code — Opponents of the township property maintenance code finally will have their day in court. A status conference will be held Tuesday before Allegheny County Judge Joseph James. Residents can attend the open meeting. Spearheaded by the Concerned Citizens of O'Hara Township, the court battle is aimed at repealing an ordinance that council approved in the fall. Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, PA, February 26, 2005.
Nestor praises O'Hara after victory — Peter Nestor heaped praise on the ride of his stable apprentice jockey Kathy O'Hara after Delphic Dancer brilliantly won the Cant Bros Home Hardware Maiden Handicap (1100m) at the Coonamble TAB meeting yesterday. Dubbo Daily Liberal, Australia, February 22, 2005.
Cardinal O'Hara girls manage a big score — story of the Lions' 69-48 Catholic League quarterfinal playoff victory over Neumann-Goretti. The Delaware County Times, PA, February 22, 2005.
Kathy O'Hara has chance to showcase skills in town — With a permanent move to the Kembla Grange stables of Gwenda Markwell looming, country-based apprentice Kathy O'Hara will be in action at Warwick Farm today. O'Hara, who rode Jivago to win the Kembla Grange Cup Prelude for Markwell on Wednesday, will combine with Rosehill trainer Chris Waller when she rides Penny Opera in the Liverpool Leader Handicap. Sydney Morning Herald, Australia, February 18, 2005.
Girls Hoops: Claxton makes sure Cardinal O'Hara is at the top — Before Thursday night's Catholic League Southern Division game, the Cardinal O'Hara High School girls basketball team honored Archbishop Carroll's senior players as well as the senior members of the O'Hara program. The Delaware County Times, PA, February 18, 2005.
Ann O’Hara Graff Lecture at Pacific Lutheran University on February 17 — Patricia O’Connel Killen, chair of the religion department at Pacific Lutheran University, will offer a talk on Ann O’Hara Graff. Graff, who died in 1996, taught theology at the Loyola University/Chicago and Seattle University. She was editor and contributer to "In the Embrace of God", a collection of essays by leading Catholic theologians. Seattle University (press release), WA, February 17, 2005.
Boxing: Kevin O'Hara's chance to put record straight — Revenge will be on the mind of Kevin O'Hara when he boxes at the King's Hall on March 18. O'Hara's only defeat in 11 contests has come against Choi Tseveenpurev and he will face him again in Belfast. Hard-hitting O'Hara will be part of the supporting bill to Eamonn Magee's return to the ring and the WBO super-middleweight title clash between champion Joe Calzaghe and Brian Magee. Belfast Telegraph, Northern Ireland, February 16, 2005.
Movie News: Ganz, Everett and O'Hara for The Great Farrell — Bruno Ganz, Rupert Everett and Catherine O'Hara are in talks to star in "The Great Farrell." The movie - a romantic comedy - will be directed by Martin Waltz and is set to begin filming in June in England and the Isle of Mann. Monsters and Critics, UK, February 15, 2005.
Catholic League Track: Another crown for O'Hara boys — Cardinal O'Hara junior Greg Thomas watched while his senior teammates posed for pictures after the Catholic League Indoor Track and Field Championship Meet at Lehigh University's Rauch Fieldhouse Sunday. The Delaware County Times, PA, February 14, 2005.
Frayne jumps to gold for O'Hara women — Cardinal O'Hara senior Michele Frayne had three chances to qualify for the triple jump final at the Catholic League Indoor Track and Field Championships at Lehigh University's Rauch Fieldhouse Sunday afternoon. The Delaware County Times, PA, February 14, 2005
Spring break longer – brainchild of Sabine O'Hara — Mid-semester recess starts Saturday at Concordia College, and students won't return to classes until March 3 ... The longer leave was the scheduling brainchild of Sabine O'Hara, the dean and vice president of academic affairs who left Concordia last summer to become president of Roanoke (Va.) College. In-Forum, ND, February 14, 2005.
Kieron O'Hara's book «After Blair: Conservatism Beyond Thatcher» reviewed in ‘The Sunday Times’ — what O’Hara has attempted to do is map out a philosophical (rather than ideological) path for our official opposition ... In particular, O’Hara wishes to banish the baleful spectre of Lady Thatcher for good. The Sunday Times, UK , February 13, 2005.
Mike O'Hara grades the Super Bowl — in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, February 7, 2005.
Writer John Henry O'Hara was born hundred years ago this week — He born to a surgeon's wife in the same Pennsylvania hamlet of Pottsville that he would make unwelcomely famous ... He died in 1970. Winston-Salem Journal, NC, February 6, 2005.
Bishop Timon runs over Cardinal O'Hara in boys hoops — Final score: 68-53. Tonawanda News, NY, February 5, 2005.
Wedding: Keegan-O'Hara — Nichole L. Keegan and Patrick G. O'Hara were married June 5, 2004, at Lyman Harbor, Sandusky, by officiant Kevin Rogers Jr., friend of the couple. They celebrated with a traditional Irish wedding. From the ceremony to the reception, everything was based on traditional Irish wedding customs. An outside ceremony by the water was held with a bagpiper ... Patrick is the son of Stuart O'Hara of Norwalk and Marilee Spore of Castalia. Fremont News Messenger, OH, February 2, 2005.
Flight Lieutenant Pat O'Hara has died aged 91 — O'Hara was a navigator in one of the most remarkable examples of combat between an RAF heavy bomber and German night fighters in the Second World War ... Arthur Patrick O'Hara was born on November 8 1913 at Bradford in West Yorkshire ... he volunteered for the RAF at the end of 1940. Considered, at 27, too old to be a pilot, he was accepted for navigator training ... O'Hara flew 10 operations, including the first 1,000-bomber raid on Cologne ... In September 1946 O'Hara was appointed to be a navigator in the King's Flight ... At the end of 1947, he left the RAF to become an air traffic controller with the Civil Aviation Authority. After appointments at Liverpool and Manchester airports, O'Hara became a radar consultant at the headquarters of the CAA in London. He finally retired in 1974 ... died on January 22. Telegraph.co.uk, UK, January 31, 2005.
The cars, the girls, the sun -- John O'Hara got California life — A hundred years ago today, in the same Pennsylvania hamlet of Pottsville that he would grow up to make unwelcomely famous, John Henry O'Hara was born to a surgeon's wife. Like his namesake, the mythic steel-drivin' railroad man, O'Hara wound up working himself to death with too little to show for it. San Francisco Chronicle, CA, January 31, 2005.
Even in the cold, Monsignor Bonner High can't cool Cardinal O'Hara — O'Hara rolled to a 53-32 Catholic South victory in part because Bonner remained frigid deep into second quarter. Philadelphia Daily News, PA, January 31, 2005.
XL Capital President and CEO Brian O’Hara purchases 51,500 shares — O’Hara exercised his right to purchase 51,500 shares at $31.19. The total cost for Mr, O’Hara was $1,606,285. The stock was trading at $75.72 yesterday making Mr. O’Hara’s purchase worth $3,899,580. According to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commision, Mr. O’Hara has 431,427 shares of the company worth just over $32 million. Bermuda Sun, Bermuda, January 28, 2005.
Paul O’Hara chooses Marshall College — A relieved Paul O’Hara completed his frenzied recruited process on Thursday, verbally committing to play football at Marshall ... O’Hara arguably is Marshall’s highest-profile verbal commitment, earning a three-star (out of five) ranking on the Website www.rivals.com. He was listed as the No. 32 running back prospect in the nation and the No. 68 prospect overall out of Florida. Huntington Herald Dispatch, WV, January 28, 2005.
Reader of the Week: Sister Elizabeth O'Hara — A native of Bridgeport, Sister Elizabeth enjoys reading, especially spiritual books. Sister Elizabeth serves at St. Katharine of Siena Church and she belongs to the Sisters of St. Joseph based in Chestnut Hill. She previously served at Sacred Heart Church in Bath, in the Lehigh Valley near Bethlehem. In all, she has served 53 years in the sisterhood. Wayne Suburban Newspapers, PA, January 27, 2005.
Pat O'Hara named Storm offensive coordinator — Tampa Bay Storm quarterback Pat O'Hara has been named the team's offensive coordinator, Storm head coach Tim Marcum announced. The AFL veteran will continue to serve as one of the team's backup quarterbacks in addition to his coaching duties. O'Hara is in his 11th AFL season and his third season with the Storm. OurSports Central (press release), WI, January 24, 2005.
Fit Youth: Brandon O'Hara, aged 9 — Favorite workout: Football, soccer, baseball, basketball and swim team - Regular workout regimen: Football. RedNova.com, TX, January 23, 2005.
Andrew McClean-O'Hara died in County Sligo road accident — The motorcyclist who was killed in a road accident in Co Sligo last night has been named as 57-year-old Andrew McClean-O'Hara from Cairns Drive in Sligo town ... Mr McClean-O'Hara died when his motorbike struck a telegraph pole beside the N17. RTE News,Ireland, January 22, 2005.
O'Hara runs wild on Walsh — Archbishop Walsh may have left the Monsignor Martin Association, but you never would have known it from the bodies hitting the floor, hard fouls and teeth-grinding defense Friday at Cardinal O’Hara. Tonawanda News, NY, January 22, 2005.
Kieron O'Hara's book «After Blair: Conservatism Beyond Thatcher» reviewed — For once, here is some advice that Conservatives might find useful. David Cameron on Kieron O'Hara's analysis of conservative ideology, After Blair. EducationGuardian.co.uk, UK, January 21, 2005.
Paul O'Hara Discusses The Future — Despite limping through the early part of the season with a pulled hamstring, Dixie County running back/linebacker Paul O’Hara was named first team All-State. However, it wasn’t as a running back, linebacker, or athlete. It was as a defensive back. Gator Country, FL, January 21, 2005.
Mike O'Hara's championship capsules — in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, January 21, 2005.
Joel O'Hara turns up the heat as YM warmed the hearts of their supporters — with a fine 3-1 victory over East Grinstead at Gorings Mead. West Sussex Observer, UK, January 20, 2005.
Ellen O. O'Hara named President of EFJohnson — EFJ, Inc. announced today that it has appointed Ms. Ellen O. O'Hara to the position of president and chief operating officer of its EFJohnson subsidiary effective February 1, 2005. PR Newswire (press release), January 19, 2005.
Boxing: Bernard Dunne guns for Kevin O'Hara — Dubliner Bernard Dunne arrives in Belfast today with a put up or shut up message for featherweight rival Kevin O'Hara. Belfast man O'Hara has said that he would be keen to mix with unbeaten Dunne, who believes that he is on track for a crack at the European title this summer. Belfast Telegraph, Northern Ireland, January 17, 2005.
O’Hara’s Irish Stout to debut in America — Kegs and cases of O’Hara’s Irish Stout are now being imported from Cork, Ireland, by Colorado-based Distinguished Brands International (DBI) and will be ready and on the shelves in time for St. Patrick’s Day late this Winter. Seamus O’Hara, director of Carlow Brewing Company, describes his O’Hara’s Irish Stout as, “Full bodied and luxuriously smooth.It is the combination of traditional stout hops, an extra pinch of roast barley and crystal clear Irish water that make O’Hara’s Stout a delicious stout with just enough malt sweetness to balance that discernible roast bite.” Seamus will be featured as a brewing leprechaun on large promotional case cards arriving with the beer. RateBeer.com, TX, January 15, 2005.
Standout Paul O’Hara is among Florida’s most sought-after prospects — The 6-foot, 220-pound running back blends power and speed, rushing for more than 4,500 yards in his Dixie County High School career. LSU has offered O’Hara a scholarship and Maryland has shown strong interest in recent weeks. Still O’Hara’s final two appears to be Marshall and Florida. Huntington Herald Dispatch, WV, January 15, 2005.
Former Mayor Daniel O'Hara has announced his candidacy in the Baldwinsville's mayoral race — O'Hara, 44, served three terms as mayor, but decided not to run for a fourth in March 2001 after losing four months earlier to Hal Brown Jr. in a state Assembly race ... The election is March 15. Syracuse Post Standard, NY, January 15, 2005.
Michael O'Hara's new book ‘Prostate Cancer And Other Prostate Problems: Prevention Measures; And Cures’ O'Hara is perhaps best known for his exploits on the sand, where he pioneered beach volleyball, and for his role on the United States' first Olympic volleyball team in 1964. He is the only athlete in history to be inducted into all three beach and indoor volleyball Halls of Fame. But now, the 33-year Palisades resident is making a name for himself in another endeavor'as an author. O'Hara recently published his second book, entitled 'Prostate Cancer And Other Prostate Problems: Prevention Measures; And Cures,' which provides cutting-edge information on a disease that plagues over a billion men worldwide. Palisadian-Post, CA, January 13, 2005.
Former Mayo minor Gaelic Football goalkeeper John O’Hara in line for pro deal O’Hara is on the brink of sealing a professional soccer contract in the United States later this week after being snapped up by major international sports agency Pro-active before Christmas. O’Hara, who played for Mayo in the 1999 All-Ireland minor final, recently completed a four-year scholarship at George Mason University in Washington. eleven-a-side.com, Ireland, January 12, 2005.
Terrence O’Hara's Trucking business is powerless in utility dispute — Photograph of Central Trucking Inc.(CTI) Vice President Terrence O’Hara looking at the power line on his property that has yet to be activated ... CTI hasn’t gotten any satisfaction despite paying $4,500 to Mohave Electric Cooperative, said O’Hara. Kingman Daily Miner, AZ, January 10, 2005.
Interview with Thomas O'Hara, Chief Financial Officer, RealAge — O'Hara, 54, is the CFO for RealAge, an Internet health media company. Along with the company's finances, O'Hara handles human resources, shareholder relations and general business. O'Hara, who lives in Rancho Bernardo, joined the company in October 2004. Previously, he was the CFO of Orincon, which was sold to Lockheed Martin in 2003. RealAge, which began in 1994, has 41 employees. San Diego Union Tribune, CA, January 9, 2005.
ITG Appoints Maureen O'Hara Lead Director — Investment Technology Group, Inc., a leading provider of technology-based equity trading services, today announced the appointment of Maureen O'Hara as lead director on its Board of Directors ... her distinguished career in academia and her expertise in finance make her an ideal candidate for this position ...Ms O'Hara is the Robert W. Purcell Professor of Finance at the Johnson Graduate school of Management, Cornell University. She holds degrees from the University of Illinois (B.S. Economics) and Northwestern University (M.S. Economics and Ph.D. Finance). mysan.de/international (Press release), January 6, 2005.
Mike O'Hara grades the Detroit Lions — in the Detroit News. DetNews.com, MI, January 4, 2005.
Paige O'Hara's New Year's Resolution — O'Hara isn't much of a New Year's resolution-maker. "They never work," the Las Vegas-based singer/actor figures, "so why bother?" But, after thinking it over, O'Hara says a fine resolution would be for her to "lay off the cigars." Las Vegas Review-Journal, NV, January 2, 2005.
The Giants and Shaun O'Hara have plenty to play for tonight at Giants Stadium — There is the prospect of popular running back Tiki Barber chasing a couple team records. Barber needs 94 rushing yards to break Joe Morris' record of 1,516 yards in 1986. "We'd love nothing more than for Tiki to get the record," center Shaun O'Hara said. "We're very aware of it." Times Herald-Record, January 2, 2005.
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