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Features for Wednesday, October 03, 2001

Of Ghosts and Grapes

The greatness of today's Napa wines is due to these pioneer wine makers who first settled in the Napa Valley. The ghost wineries of Napa Valley are those that were in existence between 1860 and the early 1900s and became inactive through prohibition.

Ellerbee marks 10th season at Nick News

LOS ANGELES -- Linda Ellerbee worked nonstop for two days putting out a special report on the terrorist attacks, then went to work re-editing her 10th anniversary special.

Domingo stars in 'Idomeneo' revival at the Met

NEW YORK -- Mozart, according to the late conductor Sir Georg Solti, was "the most human composer."

Of Ghosts and Grapes


From Register Staff

Mr. Washington goes to town in nasty way with 'Training Day'

TORONTO -- No more Mr. Nice Guy for Denzel Washington.

Novelist looks back on W.W. II

TORONTO -- History has worked in interesting ways for Dennis Bock. Had it not been for World War II, the 37-year-old writer might never have reached this moment, drinking coffee on a mild Canadian morning and discussing his well-praised novel, "The Ash Garden."

Carson 'Tonight Show' highlights released on DVD

PORTLAND, Ore. -- During past national tragedies, many Americans turned to Johnny Carson for comfort and reassurance, counting on the man who made audiences laugh for 30 years on "The Tonight Show."

King of 'The Twist' feels underappreciated

PHILADELPHIA -- Chubby Checker says the music industry has left him twisting in the wind.

'Friends' season premier tops Nielsens


By The Associated Press

Tribute to John Lennon shown live on two networks

NEW YORK -- The rock band Stone Temple Pilots was nearing the end of "Revolution" at Tuesday night's John Lennon tribute concert when the Radio City Music Hall crowd erupted in cheers.

Harvest Gathering will focus on creating balance for women


'Design Day' will hear what kids want in the Playground Fantastico


Rapid pulse may be the sign of something more

DEAR DR. GOTT: About four years ago, I was diagnosed with paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia. I took prescription medicine for two years and then, on my own, I chose to stop it. Now, about every month, I experience an episode where my pulse will suddenly double before returning to its original, normal rate. My doctor says not to worry. Is he correct?

Retirement Community hosts unity dinner


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