Rewind 2009 – Burlington County Times
Good riddance, 2009. Here’s hoping the new one’s better. But before we go, a look back at the late 2009, with quotes gathered by the scribes of this newspaper. “Something will go seriously wrong with his lungs. Michael may even have a lung collapse

TheSpec.com – Entertainment – Celebrity Briefs – Hamilton Spectator
The spirit of the late Thriller singer is believed to have made contact with his ex-wife and their friend Karen Faye — the pop star’s makeup artist — through a psychic last week, who told them Michael wanted their forgiveness. Faye said: “He seemed

Best bets: Puppy (and kitty) love in Madison Heights – Detroit Free Press
You can explore everything from yachts and runabouts to personal watercraft and pontoons during the 52nd annual Detroit Boat Show at Cobo Center. The boat show will include seminars on paddling, fishing and GPS, as well as a Discover Boating Center

Ex-Illinois cop’s hearing feels like real murder trial – Everett Herald
JOLIET, Ill. — Family members, investigators, clergy and even a psychic have spent weeks testifying in a northern Illinois courtroom — and Drew Peterson’s murder trial hasn’t even started. Initially billed as a preliminary step in the case

Community Calendar – Everett Herald
American Association of University Women: 11 a.m. to noon Saturday at Washington Oaks, 1717 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. Representatives from the NW Women’s Business Center will speak about the steps in starting a small business. Heather, 425-252