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Globe and Mail Bombers lead after first quarter 0Winnipeg SunJustin Palardy had a chance to extend the lead to 4-0 late in the first, but Stamps cornerback Johnnie Dixon blocked the field goal attempt. The Bombers lost one of their top defensive players on the game's first play when halfback …

Authorities said the scheme involved legitimate food stamp recipients selling their electronic benefit cards for cash, mostly to retailers. More: continued here

18 Indicted in Food Stamp Fraud InvestigationMyFox PhoenixPHOENIX – A 15-month, multi-agency operation has uncovered a scam that has defrauded the food stamp program of more than $700000. Thursday, search warrants and indictments were handed down to individuals and retailers involved in defrauding the federal …and more » More: continued here

Stamps share favourite stadium memoriesCalgary HeraldThe longtime director of medical services for the Calgary Stampeders held similar responsibilities with the Bombers between 1979 and 1984, and, chatting with Stamps equipment manager George Hopkins on Wednesday, on the eve of the Stamps' final (God …One last stand for stadiumCANOEall 3 news …

CBC.ca Bombers need 'stamp of approval'Toronto SunHistory won't be on Pierce's side, either, on Thursday night, as he lost his last six meetings against the Stamps, including one post-season clash, when he was a member of the BC Lions. “Their offence has always been high-powered, so we have to match …

An old quarterback can easily spot a ball-hawking safety any day. So Chris Jones knew he was getting a intriguing prospect in Demetrice Morley. More: continued here

Game Day: Stampeders at Blue BombersCalgary HeraldThe Stamps' all-time rushing leader hasn't been tearing it up (98 yards in two games), but he's had slow starts before. Two years ago, for instance, he had 76 yards in his first two games, and still won the CFL rushing title with more …

Forbes (blog) 5 Signs We're Already In A Double-Dip RecessionForbes (blog)The number of US citizens on food stamps has been rising steadily for several years and stood at 44.2 million, or 14% of the population, as of February. That's a 67% increase since 2006, the year before the financial crisis, …

The Economist Food stamps: The struggle to eatThe EconomistTake food stamps, a programme designed to ensure that poor Americans have enough to eat, which is seen by many Republicans as unsustainable and by many Democrats as untouchable. Participation has soared since the recession began (see chart). …Food stamp fraudHeber Springs …

Illinois Lt. Gov. Sheila Simon says more people who use food stamps are shopping at Illinois farmers markets. More: continued here