Alcatraz Island

BEDFORD — Alcatraz Island served as a maximum security federal prison for nearly 30 years and it’s said that no one ever successfully escaped from “The Rock”.  

Claire Thompson swam from Alcatraz Island to the shore of the San Francisco Bay in a little over half an hour - but she wasn't escaping.  

Have you ever wondered what it is like to be behind bars? A trip to Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary can provide answers to questions about prison life.  

German power metallers PRIMAL FEAR have been forced to cancel their July 27 appearance at the Alcatraz festival in Brielpoort, Belgium after they were informed by the local promoter that he can't pay their fee.  

One thing's for sure... this would definitely be a new take on luxury accommodation! Alcatraz Island, off San Francisco, is one of the most unique tourist destinations in the USA. Apparently it is well worth taking the ten-minute boat trip to the island, which housed one of the world's most...  

The sweeping expanse that includes parts of the San Francisco waterfront, Marin Headlands and iconic sites such as Alcatraz Island and Muir Woods would be renamed the Golden Gate National Parks, under a bill by House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The legislation...  

The National Park Service is considering adding a hotel to Alcatraz Island, site of one of the world's most notorious prisons.  

It is a good thing that "The Rock" is a national park now, and not a high-security prison. Some of the people who marketed auction-rate instruments may be... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]  

That drama being: she was wearing her pyjamas and no make-up. when the plane touched down. I know! Imagine! Today's Sun reports that Victoria Beckham was "caught up in a terrifying runway scare" with sons Romeo and Cruz when a...  

Courtesy photo - Sisters Megan, left, and Bridget Foy of Laguna completed the 16th annual Alcatraz Sharkfest Swim in San Francisco.  

Alcatraz Island is the largest breeding ground for birds in the San Francisco Bay.  

S mall, flat and not much to see. That damning verdict on Ventotene by a travel guide – the author of which probably never bothered to check out that accepted piece of wisdom – is all the more reason to get on a boat and go. Island-hopping does ...  

The ISO 14000 family addresses 'environmental management.' This means what the organization does to: minimize harmful effects on the environment caused by ...  

Check out the who's who of SF's social circuit at this year's hottest parties. Society photographer Drew Altizer wants his subjects to look their best in photos .  

San Francisco - California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a law Friday banning trans fats in restaurants. The measure will make California the only state in the US with such a tough ban. The measure is likely to lead many of the country's fast...