Dogs trained to sniff out endangered animals
Drugs, bombs and even criminals are found with the help of man’s best friend. Now conservationists are using dogs to find endangered animals and threatened plants. »
Wednesday, Jul. 26, 2006
Pets playing a big role in dating
Love me, love my dog. That’s the message for potential suitors from pet owners. »
Police hero put life on line in jetty rescue
An Adelaide police officer and two bystanders put their lives on the line to save a young boy and his father who were blown off Port Noarlunga jetty and out to sea. »
‘Miracle child’ cancer survivor and mom find faith, family at shelter
Marti Green looked at the dark clouds gathering and prayed that the “miracle child” would arrive for her homecoming party before the storm struck. »
Celebrating 70th birthday by run over 70 fell tops
FELL-RUNNING legend JOS NAYLOR MBE celebrated his 70th birthday in style with an epic run over 70 fell tops. »
For preemie girl’s tiny heart, a huge life-saving miracle
Texas Children’s shows creative, less invasive approach can fix even the smallest aortas »
Rescued owl finds freedom
A Great Horned Owl glided through the skies over Old Hickory Lake after being released back into the wild Monday in search of a new home. »
Reunited brothers visit old orphanage
Two brothers whose paths parted at the Annie Wittenmyer Home for Orphans in Davenport found themselves back at the same spot Sunday, 75 years later. »
90 y.o. janitor does fine at school
A janitor in his 90s working at Tai Ping Elementary School in Keelung City is affectionately known as “Grandpa Lee”. Lee began working at the school 38 years ago when the school was established. While Lee is now formally retired, he still makes a point to visit the school two times each week to serve as a gardener in the green areas around the school as well as pruning the grass and shrubs in the area. Getting to the school is no easy task for Lee, as he has to make the lengthy trip to Keelung all the way from his residence in Xindian of Taipei County. »
Strangers come to aid of hero dog
Since the swell of national attention highlighted the heroism of Tom Tilley and his dog Sam, offers have flooded in to pay for the dog’s medical treatment. [see: Man and pet rescue each other from bear’s teeth] »
Man and pet rescue each other from bear’s teeth
Tom Tilley realized trouble was following him on the lush forested trail when his dog started to growl. »
Monday, Jul. 17, 2006
Girls take pride in marsh rescue
Apparently, mud is in the eye of the beholder. »
Cat’s path to victory starts with a rescue
The road to victory is sometimes a long and painful one. »
Lost sheep reunited with lamb
A lost sheep which strayed into a garage in Preston has finally been reunited with her lamb.
Staff arrived at Haslam Park Car Sales, in Bristow Avenue, Ashton, on July 1 and found a sheep wandering around the premises. »
A Favor Is Returned 25 Years Later
Twenty five years ago, a young man with Cerebral Palsy learned to walk after receiving help at the Bay Cliff Health Camp. Now, that man is helping the camp in return. »
Friday, Jul. 14, 2006
Watches, crucifixes stolen 25 years ago from convent returned
It took a quarter-century, but his conscience finally got the best of a thief. »
Man rescues woman from burning vehicle
A 73-year-old woman was pulled from her burning truck by a passerby after the truck crashed and burst into flames Thursday afternoon. »
Bravery award for blaze hero
A TERMINALLY-ILL Lynn man who risked his life to save a woman from a blazing flat has been chosen for a top bravery award.
Leukaemia sufferer Paul Morrison (46), of Hillington Square, ran into a burning building engulfed with flames and thick smoke and rescued Charlotte Cooper (41) from inside.
His heroic actions have now been awarded with the Royal Humane Society testimonial, and the Royal approval of society president Princess Alex-andra.
And his nephew, 14-year-old Kyle Morrison, will receive a certificate of commendation after he spotted the fire and raised the alarm.
The awards follow a horrific incident on the evening of August 6 last year, when a fire broke out at a flat in Greenland House in Hillington Square.
Kyle was watching the sunset from the roof of his uncle’s flat in Colby House when he noticed smoke billowing from a window opposite, and shouted to his uncle.
Mr Morrison – who has been given just seven to ten years to live – didn’t think twice about risking his own life. He rushed to the building, kicked the front door down and ran up the stairs, choking back the smoke.
“There was an air pocket of about 14 inches on the floor so I crawled on my belly to check the rooms. I just kept shouting: ‘Is there anyone there?
“I couldn’t see anything because of the smoke and I just keep feeling around to see if I could find anyone. I was about to give in when I saw someone’s feet.”
Mr Morrison took a deep breath and ran through flames to grab Ms Cooper. He pulled her to safety before going back to check the second bedroom was empty.
“I was scared going back, but I thought there might be children inside. I just focused on what I had to do, and did my best. I would do it again.”
Mr Morrison emerged from the flat black with ash and was sick from smoke inhalation, and Ms Cooper was taken to Lynn’s Queen Elizabeth Hospital for treatment.
The award, made on the recommendation of Norfolk Police, was announced on Tuesday.
Revealing the commendation, Royal Humane Society secretary, Major General David Pennefather, said: “Mr Morrison richly deserves this award. Anyone who goes into a burning building puts their own life seriously at risk, but he didn’t hesitate.”
Mr Morrison, who has chronic lymphatic leukaemia, was overwhelmed with emotion when he heard about his award, saying: “I’m lost for words. I’m choked up. I can now say I’ve done something to be really proud of.”
Teenage heroes hailed for sea rescue
The youngest lifeboat helmswoman in Britain is today a heroine. »
1934: Famous Dog Sells Papers for Injured Newsboys
July 13, 1934: Sammy Boy, a dog so well-known in Los Angeles that he had his own listing in the telephone book, often helped raise money for charities and made the rounds of local hospitals, cheering up sick children. »
Shot dog a miracle survivor
She was shot between the eyes and left to suffer for days _ but Bonnie the dog has miraculously survived. »
Odds scary, but attitude can help in cancer fight
First you get the cancer. »
Stray is now the cat’s meow
Nearly three years ago, a stray cat showed up on the Miller family’s doorstep in Gustavus. He had no hair and was extremely malnourished, but he was declawed and neutered, indicating he once had a loving owner. »
Cops Get Clipped for Salem Girl and Doernbecher’s
Marion County deputies have closed ranks and pulled together to help one of their own. A special “Crop a Cop” event was held to raise proceeds and awareness of Doernbecher’s Children’s Hospital in Portland, Oregon. »
Thursday, Jul. 13, 2006
Award for hero who saved three girls
A hero who rescued three girls from the Thames Estuary said his actions proved community support officers were more than just “plastic policemen”. »
Mum and baby in miracle escape
A WOMAN and a baby are among those who are lucky to be alive after a large part of a tree fell onto two cars on a busy road. »
No small miracle: 100-foot-tree falls, hits no one
A huge oak tree broke from its roots Wednesday night and, somehow, laid itself down in the only spot it could without hitting a house. »
Miracle baby heart bypass surgery
A Lancashire baby has been described as a “little miracle” after undergoing a heart bypass operation 10 days after his birth.
Kian Ashcroft’s parents have spoken of their emotional rollercoaster after being told their son needed major surgery to correct a congenital heart defect. »
Texas Teens Help Rescue River Residence
Teens who may have trouble picking up their room have no problem tearing one down. »
UK Text message starts Coastguard rescue of 76 year old Polish yachtsman
Aberdeen Coastguard received a ‘999′ call at 7:12 p.m. from a member of the public who had received an sms text message from two friends who were at Whiten Head near Loch Eriboll. The couple, who were French, had spotted an 8 metre yacht close to Whiten Head which appeared to be in difficulties. »