Monday, December 31, 2012
Eight people were killed last year in Georgia traffic crashes that occurred between Christmas and New Years Day.
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Monday, December 31, 2012
In 2011, eight people were killed in traffic crashes in Georgia between Christmas and New Years Day and there were 401 people were arrested for driving under the influence. There's no question that the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year, from shopping for that perfect gift to attending countless celebrations with family, friends and co-workers. The New Year’s holiday period began Friday at 6 p.m. and ends Tuesday night, Jan. 1, 2013. Be safe while traveling to and from your holiday destinations. Georgia State Troopers will be patrolling throughout the holiday period with enforcement emphasis on impaired drivers, unrestrained drivers and passengers, and drivers exceeding the speed limit, according to Colonel Mark …
Sunday, December 23, 2012
Eight people were killed last year in Georgia traffic crashes that occurred between Christmas and New Years Day.
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Sunday, December 23, 2012
In 2011, eight people were killed in traffic crashes in Georgia between Christmas and New Years Day, and 401 people were arrested for driving under the influence. There is no question that the holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year, from shopping for that perfect gift to attending countless celebrations with family, friends and co-workers. This year the Christmas holiday travel period started 6 p.m. on Friday and will end Tuesday night, Dec. 25. The New Year’s holiday period begins Friday, Dec. 28 at 6 p.m. and ends Tuesday night, Jan. 1, 2013. Both holiday periods are 102-hours long. Be safe while traveling to and from your holiday destinations. Georgia State Troopers will be patrolling throughout the upcoming holiday …
Saturday, December 31, 2011
How well do you know Northeast Cobb Patch?
As we say goodbye to 2011, please take a few moments to reflect on the past year by taking our End of the Year Quiz. There's no prize. But you do get bragging rights. All the answers to these questions can be found in articles on Northeast Patch. (Hint: Use the search bar to type in keywords). 1. Who was honored as Cobb's Teacher of the Year? What subject does he or she teach and at what school? 2. Which one of these incident reports was not filed in Northeast Cobb with the Cobb County Police Department this year? a. Someone reported a bucket of white paint was thrown through their house window. b. A woman reported that someone vacuumed her home and stole her lingerie. c. Someone reported an F-150 with a flat tire stolen off I-75. d. Two …
Friday, December 30, 2011
There are many options for those looking to welcome 2012 in style. What's your choice?
So, with Christmas 2011 now but a memory, it's time to move ahead to the next–and last–big event of this year. There are many Northeast Cobb area parties and options to choose from, all leading up to the "3-2-1 ... HAPPY NEW YEAR!" Do you want to be front-and-center for the 23rd Annual Peach Drop in Atlanta? You'll see legendary rock band Kansas and live bands performing throughout the day. There's plenty of family events, including carnival-style rides, before the 800-pound peach drops. The event closes with a spectacular fireworks display. Are you heading to the bars? Is a particular bar offering a package deal, complete with free champagne toast at midnight? Heading to a house party, either here or outside of town, filled with revelers…
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Northeast Cobb Patch has compiled a list of nearby Marietta bars and restaurants having New Year's Eve parties and agencies offering safe rides home.
New Year's Eve is about friendship, loved ones, reflecting on the past year, and celebrating the New Year. Here is a list of venues featuring New Year's Eve parties in and around Northeast Cobb: The Place Bar and Grill's New Year's Eve party draws a crowd from college-aged partygoers to the middle-aged. Cover charge is $20. There will be party favors. You can buy tickets ahead of time so that you aren't waiting in line at the door on New Year's Eve. The optional dinner featuring prime rib is an additional $20. The DJ offers a mix of dance music from disco to modern. The Place is located at 700 Sandy Plains Rd. Red Sky Tapas and Bar will bring in 2012 with dueling pianos, menu specials, party hats, noisemakers, and a champagne toast at …
