Point Pleasant News

Frank O'Brien recalls fond memories of the time he had spent with his mother, Hannah Archable of Canada.

Diane Burko, Vulcano from the Air 2001, oil on canvas, H.60 x 84 inches. James A. Michener Art Museum.

Today is Monday, April 27, the 117th day of 2009. There are 248 days left in the year.

Today's Highlight in History:

Five hundred years ago, on April 27, 1509, Pope Julius II placed the Republic of Venice under an interdict following its refusal to give up lands claimed by the Papal States. (The pope lifted the sanction the following year.)

On this date:

In 1521, Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan was killed by natives in the Philippines.

In 1570, Pope Pius V excommunicated Queen Elizabeth I.

Auto racing returned to the Jersey Shore on Saturday when 24 modified stock car drivers took to the third-of-a-mile track at Wall Stadium for a 100-lap race.

The deep freeze may not feel like water sports weather but many kayakers, canoeists and rafters are anticipating big thrills in just a couple of weeks in eastern Pennsylvania.

HIGH ROCKS Vistas usually offer wide views, but sometimes a smaller detailed view can be rewarding.

Meteorologist Sue Serio says this clipper system doesn't have a lot of precipitation with it, but you may see some snow flying around and get a coating later on Friday.

Despite chilling weather barely reaching 30 degrees, thousands of people wrapped in scarves, thick coats and wearing gloves staked their spots along the New Year's Day Mummers Parade route.

Staff Writer The streams, forests and hills of Bucks County provided seemingly endless inspiration to the Pennsylvania Impressionist painters.