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Monday, November 26, 2007

The Daily Times Continues To Break The Law?


Oh how the connected get favors! Take a wild guess who owns the building The Daily Times is moving into in the next few months? How about a company called TEMCO. Sound familiar?

Now why in the world would The Daily Times go into that building MONTHS before it is completed and operate portions of their Newspaper inside this building when they have no use and occupancy permit, (or whatever it's called)?

What if I were to tell you that it allegedly has something to do with Bill Holland? It turns out, (so I'm told) one of the principals in TEMCO is none other than Bill Holland's Cousin. HMMMMMMMM!

So even though I exposed this going on last week, the Daily Times continues to operate out of this building, even though they do NOT have permits to do so. I guess we'll just have to pass this information onto the State level.

The Chess Game continues. CHECK!

POCOMOKE CHRISTMAS PARADE DELAYED UNTIL WEDNESDAY

Due to bad weather, the Pokomoke Christmas Parade has in fact been cancelled but will resume on Wednesday instead. GO HERE for immediate details.

Melanie Pepper Receives 2008 Jefferson Award


Melanie Pepper Receives 2008 Jefferson Award


On Thanksgiving morning Melanie Pepper got a big surprise when WBOC TV greeted her at her parent's home in Salisbury.

Melanie and WBOC TV Anchor Jimmy Hoppa

Nominated by her sister Sheila, Melanie was recognized as a 2008 recipient of the prestigious Jefferson award by the American Institute for Public Service for her contributions to the community.

As one of 16 recipients on Delmarva, Melanie will be honored at a Gala banquet in April and is now in consideration to represent the region in Washington DC next summer.

Congratulations Melanie!

The Jefferson Award was first created in 1972 by Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis to create a Nobel Prize for public and community service. To learn more about the Jefferson Awards visit their website HERE.

This morning's visit with Melanie will be aired on WBOC TV sometime in January.

Exclusive News From Salisbury News


The 2008 4th of July almost slipped past us again, believe it or not.

The Salisbury Jaycees will assist whoever takes takes on the 4th of July event but
they will not lead the event in 2008.

Considering 4th of July falls on a Friday on 2008, Fireworks Companies are already booked for this coming 4th of July.

I was contacted by the company that has held this event for the Jaycees in the past, (Bay Fireworks) letting me know that we had only days to commit before they would have to schedule 4th of July elsewhere. The owner, Mike Ash, respected my personal wishes by keeping me informed as to every one's intent this coming year and before the event was lost, we have agreed to keep it scheduled for 2008.

Now don't go giving me any credit for this because I am just the middle man. The CREDIT for the 2008 4th of July Fireworks will go to County Executive Rick Pollitt. I called Rick as son as I received the message from Mike Ash and Rick said, "We're never going to lose the 4th of July again." That being said, Rick and Mike will work out the details and everyone can rest easy knowing the celebration has been saved.

Where the event will be held is still up in the air. There are 4 options on the table at the moment and I'm sure the one that makes the most sense traffic wise will be the place to hold the event.

So Thank You In Advance, Mr. Pollitt.

Save The Forests


Joe,

We have to do something to save our forests I think I found a solution. I may need some help with this project. Perhaps some of your readers will be willing to give me a hand?

Farm Boy

A Fountain In Salisbury That Almost Touches The Moon


SALISBURY-WICOMICO COUNTY PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

AGENDA -- REGULAR MEETING
November 29, 2007

ROOM 301, THIRD FLOOR,
GOVERNMENT OFFICE BUILDING

1:30 PM - Convene, Corinne Les Callette, ChairmanMinutes – October 18, 2007 and
October 25, 2007 meetings.

REVISED SITE PLAN – Salisbury Manufactured Home Community – 223 Eden Street –
General Commercial District - #WP-0726; M-29, P-57, 152, 157, 469, G-11, (G.
Smith)

2:15 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING – PRELIMINARY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR RECLASSIFICATION OF ZONE FROM LIGHT INDUSTRIAL AND LIGHT BUSINESS AND INSTITUTIONAL TO WESTWOOD
PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT
#2 – Westwood Development, LLC - #SP-0702; M-28, P-141 and M-29, P-91, 141, 375 and 376 (G. Smith)

PRELIMINARY COMPREHENSIVE DEVELOPMENT PLAN – Hobbs Road Development LLC,
represented by Iott Architecture – Hobbs Road – Regional Commercial District -
#SP-0708; M-39, P-729 & 618, Gr - #14 & 15, (G. Smith)

CAPITAL IMPROVMENTS PROJECT REVIEW – FY2009-2013 (G. Smith)

COUNTY SUBDIVISION PLAT: (C. Ward)
Frye Estate Subdivision Johnson Road 2 lots/ 7 acres

INTERESTING!!!!!! A PDD for Westwood? Can you smell that Folks? I smell something fishy!

I Hear There Will Be Fireworks At Tonight's Council Meeting?


Council Meeting - 6:00 p.m. Room 301 City/Council Government Office Building.

Graffiti Plagues Salisbury 1 Year Ago Today



A year ago today the City of Salisbury was bombarded throughout Downtown with Graffiti. Day after day, week after week, buildings were tagged and to this date there are no leads and obviously no one has been arrested.

The SPD assigned Officers to the Downtown area and it completely stopped. There has been some tagging here and there but nothing like what happened a year ago. Remember Folks, if you're Downtown, look up and keep an eye on the buildings to help the SPD continue to keep this in the has been state.

SPD Press Release, "Keeping It Real"


November 21, 2007

Daniel Nathan Elliott, 47yoa, of Salisbury was arrested for 2nd Degree Assault, Disorderly Conduct, two counts of Resisting Arrest, and Openly Wear and Carry a Dangerous Weapon. Officers responded to the 300 block of Washington Street for an assault in progress. On arrival officers observed Elliott yelling at the victims from Elliott’s residence. Officers spoke with the victims and witnesses and learned that Elliott tried to pick a fight with the victims as they walked a dog on the street. Elliott pushed one of the victims in the chest and then attempted to strike the other victim with a wooden broom handle. One of the victim’s was able to disarm Elliott of the broom handle. When officers tried to arrest Elliott he pulled away from the officers but was subdued. Elliott was released to the custody of Central Booking. CC#200700038744

Angela Yvette Sturgis, 20yoa, of Salisbury was arrested for Possession with Intent to Distribute Crack Cocaine, two counts of Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Crack Cocaine, and Possession of Crack Cocaine with Intent to Distribute within a School Zone. Vice/Narcotics Unit officers conducted an investigation into ongoing distribution of illegal narcotics in the Smith St area. During this investigation, Sturgis sold crack cocaine to an undercover officer from a residence located in the 600 block of Smith Street. This purchase led to a search warrant being executed at the residence and an additional quantity of crack cocaine was seized. This occurred within 1,000 feet of St Frances De Sales Catholic School. Sturgis was released to the custody of Central Booking.
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Lamont Dean Christopher, Jr, 31yoa, of Salisbury, was arrested for Possession of Marihuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Vice/Narcotics Unit officers were conducting an investigation into the distribution of illegal narcotics in the Delaware Ave area. As result of the investigation a search warrant was obtained and executed in the 400 block of Delaware Avenue. Christopher was arrested when a quantity of suspected marihuana and paraphernalia was located inside of his residence. Christopher was released to the custody of Central Booking.
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Robert Lee Clark, Jr, 33yoa, of Salisbury was arrested for Theft less than $500 and Malicious Destruction of Property over $500. Officers responded to the Twilley Center for a reported suspicious person behind a soda machine. On arrival, officers observed Clark standing in front of a soda machine. When Clark observed officers approaching him, he fled on foot but was detained after a brief chase. A pry bar was located with Clark. Further investigation found that the soda machine had been broken into and an undetermined amount of US Currency in one-dollar bills had been removed. During a search of Clark, a large amount of one-dollar bills were located in his clothing. Clark was released to the custody of Central Booking. CC#200700038898

Darell Marcus Wongus, 20yoa, of Salisbury was arrested for numerous Credit Card Offenses. Officers responded to the Finish Line Store for a subject being detained with a stolen credit card. Investigation by officers found that Wongus had found a credit card that had been dropped on a bathroom floor in a local restaurant. Wongus then used the credit card at various businesses in the Salisbury area. It was at the Finish Line that the use of the card for a purchase had been flagged by the financial institution holding the credit card. Wongus was released to the custody of Central Booking. CC#200700038863

Debra Anne Gramby, 46yoa, of Salisbury was arrested for Possession of Crack Cocaine and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. Officers were on patrol in the area of RailRoad Avenue and Anne Street. Officers observed Gramby on Anne Street who immediately walked away from the officers as they approached her. Gramby was located a few seconds later and detained. During the investigation, a smoking device used to inhale illegal substances was located. It was also learned that Gramby had two additional outstanding warrants for her arrest. Gramby was released to the custody of Central Booking. CC#200700038672

Randolph George Cottman, 22yoa, of Salisbury was arrested for numerous counts of Burglary, Malicious Destruction of Property, Theft, Conspiracy to commit Burglary and Conspiracy to commit Theft over $500. During an investigation by detectives into numerous residential and commercial burglaries, information was received that Cottman and another individual were involved in the crimes. Based on this information as well as other evidence, a search warrant was obtained for a residence in the 600 block of Liberty Street. During the execution of this warrant, stolen property was located. Cottman was not at the residence during the service of the warrant. However, Cottman was located in Fruitland, Md where he was detained by Fruitland Police Department Officers until the arrival of Salisbury Officers. Cottman was released to the custody of Central Booking. CC#2700038031

Michael Anthony Johnson, 28yoa, of Fruitland, Md was arrested for Theft of Motor Vehicle, Unauthorized Use of Motor Vehicle, and Theft over $500. Katherine Elizabeth Trower, 33yoa, of Salisbury was arrested for Possession of Crack Cocaine with Intent to Distribute and Theft over $500. Officers were on patrol in the area of E Church Street. Officers observed the driver of a 1990 Cadillac commit a traffic violation and the vehicle was stopped. During the investigation it was learned that the vehicle was reported stolen to the Baltimore City, Md Police Department. The driver (Johnson) and passenger (Trower) were arrested. Further investigation found that Trower had suspected Crack Cocaine in her possession in a sufficient quantity to indicate distribution. Johnson and Trower were released to the custody of Central Booking. CC#200700038788

PULL MY FINGER, PULL MY FINGER!!!!!



FVVVVVVVVVVVVT! OMG! I think I got some on me!

TALK TO THE HAND!


As Mayor Barrie Tilghman tries to sell former Councilwoman Lynn Cathcart on something or other, Lynn quickly tells her she's not going to take that kind of BS any more and tells the Mayor, talk to the hand cuz she ain't listenin. ROTFLMAO!

Full Moon Over Salisbury

Congressional Candidate Andy Harris Speaks Out On 2nd Amendment Rights


Friends,

With hunting season now in full swing, I am reminded of time my father spent with me growing up. I remember the day my father bought me my first rifle. It was a Winchester .22 Long Rifle. As I was growing up, my father taught me how to use that firearm. I give him full credit for me achieving pistol expert status in the US Navy.

My philosophy on the right of each and every American to "keep and bear arms" is a direct result of my father's teaching. I believe every American has a fundamental right to own a firearm. I also believe the current government regulations are too strict, especially in Maryland.

I am the only candidate in this race with a Pro-Gun record. That is why the Gun Owners of America have endorsed my candidacy, and the reason that I have received "A" ratings from the NRA.

As your congressman, I will oppose gun control legislation. I will fight to decrease the current government infringement on the 2nd Amendment.

In contrast, my opponent, Wayne Gilchrest, does not support 2nd Amendment rights. He supported the most restrictive gun control legislation to pass in the last 20 years, the "Brady Bill." Newspapers even claimed he was a "major player" in assisting with the passage of that bill. I would have opposed the "Brady Bill."

Recently the Supreme Court agreed to decide if DC's gun ban is constitutional. I firmly believe it is not; however the Supreme Court could rule that the gun ban is legal. If the Supreme Court rules that way, it will be critical to have congressmen who will fight to defend the 2nd Amendment. I promise to protect our 2nd Amendment rights.

I hope each of the hunters who read this enjoy the venison for the holidays.

Thanks,

Andy