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Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Update On 667 Dog In Somerset County
"Hey there Joe!!! I wanted to give your readers an update on the dog on 667 AKA Lucky AKA DOA!!! That's right Joe, he has been hit by a car March 10, 2009 between 5 pm and 7 pm tonight.... Hate to say it but I TOLD YOU SO!! Hope that was ending you were looking for DC!!"
DE. State Troopers Flip Car To Rescue Motorist
I-95 southbound, just north of Route 896, Newark, Delaware, New Castle County
Resume: In the middle of rush hour this afternoon, a crash occurred on I-95 southbound.
A 2001 Chrysler Sebring (operated by Katherine Knapp, 30, of Elkton, Maryland) was traveling southbound on the interstate in the right lane.
A 2006 Freightliner (operated by Carter Mounet, 37, of Newark, Delaware) was traveling southbound on I-95 in the right most center lane. This vehicle was a tractor only with no trailer.
The Freightliner changed lanes to the right lane and into the Chrysler. This impact caused the Chrysler to travel off of the roadway where it overturned several times. The Freightliner also traveled off of the roadway.
When Troopers arrived on the scene, they found the Chrysler overturned. The driver of this vehicle was trying to get herself out and was determined to do so. Officers on the scene worked to push the car upright so the driver could exit the vehicle.
Mr. Mounet was cited for Unsafe Lane Change.
The right two lanes of I-95 southbound were both shut down for approximately half an hour.
Resume: In the middle of rush hour this afternoon, a crash occurred on I-95 southbound.
A 2001 Chrysler Sebring (operated by Katherine Knapp, 30, of Elkton, Maryland) was traveling southbound on the interstate in the right lane.
A 2006 Freightliner (operated by Carter Mounet, 37, of Newark, Delaware) was traveling southbound on I-95 in the right most center lane. This vehicle was a tractor only with no trailer.
The Freightliner changed lanes to the right lane and into the Chrysler. This impact caused the Chrysler to travel off of the roadway where it overturned several times. The Freightliner also traveled off of the roadway.
When Troopers arrived on the scene, they found the Chrysler overturned. The driver of this vehicle was trying to get herself out and was determined to do so. Officers on the scene worked to push the car upright so the driver could exit the vehicle.
Mr. Mounet was cited for Unsafe Lane Change.
The right two lanes of I-95 southbound were both shut down for approximately half an hour.
Party At T.J. Maloney's Home On Riverside Drive
If you're looking for something exciting to do tonight, stop by T.J. Maloney's home on Riverside drive and congratulate Gary Comegys.
I hear several people have contacted the Sheriff's Department to make sure everyone acts responsibly. Remember Folks, never drink and drive.
That's Riverside Drive and Burning Tree Circle.
I hear several people have contacted the Sheriff's Department to make sure everyone acts responsibly. Remember Folks, never drink and drive.
That's Riverside Drive and Burning Tree Circle.
This Just In
"Joe, I was just told a few minutes ago that a tax paying citizen and business owner was attacked by a Salsibury Fire Department employee or volunteer last night after the city council meeting. The elderly gentleman was questioning the need for a large ladder truck and a fire boat. I was told this person assaulted the older gentleman right in front of Chief See and police officers. All I know is he said he had 2 children and lives in the Doverdale area. Did you see or hear anything about this. I would like to know why a person representing the Salisbury Fire Department would attack an elderly citizen. Someone he was sworn to protect. If anyone knows anything about this please shed some light on this for us."
"SU's Night With The Mayoral Candidates"
The University's relationship and that of its students with the greater Salisbury community can greatly affect the quality of life for members of our campus and greater community. On April 7, 2009, the City of Salisbury will hold a mayoral election between candidates Jim Ireton and Gary Comegys.
The Student Affairs Wellness Committee, the Center for Conflict Resolution, Guerrieri University Center, College Democrat and College Republication student organizations, and PACE are co-sponsoring " SU's Night with the Mayoral Candidates" on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 7 p.m. in Holloway Hall Auditorium.
The purpose of the evening is to promote civil discourse and the exchange of information between the candidates and the University community. Students, faculty and staff are invited to submit questions prior to the event to allow candidates time to prepare responses and consider the issue of how the new mayor will work with the campus community to promote civility, engage students and the University in city governance, and formulate processes for working successfully together to further community stewardship.
Questions can be submitted via email to Haleigh LaChance, Center for Conflict Resolution at: HNLACHANCE@salisbury.edu by March 23, 2009.BTW..
I read your blog everyday and I love it... keep up the good work.
The Student Affairs Wellness Committee, the Center for Conflict Resolution, Guerrieri University Center, College Democrat and College Republication student organizations, and PACE are co-sponsoring " SU's Night with the Mayoral Candidates" on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 7 p.m. in Holloway Hall Auditorium.
The purpose of the evening is to promote civil discourse and the exchange of information between the candidates and the University community. Students, faculty and staff are invited to submit questions prior to the event to allow candidates time to prepare responses and consider the issue of how the new mayor will work with the campus community to promote civility, engage students and the University in city governance, and formulate processes for working successfully together to further community stewardship.
Questions can be submitted via email to Haleigh LaChance, Center for Conflict Resolution at: HNLACHANCE@salisbury.edu by March 23, 2009.BTW..
I read your blog everyday and I love it... keep up the good work.
Who Is Shanie Shields??????
If you GO HERE and type in Shanie Shields, you get NOTHING! That's funny, because I just learned that someone else was able to type in her name, (or other names that she goes by?) and they found a Peace Order against her recently as well as a bunch of unpaid bills.
What has America come to any more these days? There used to be a day when people were criticized for not paying their bills but Shanie couldn't care less. Then a bunch of fools vote for her and put her on the Council with another bunch of other non paying fools and the next thing you know you're getting $860,000.00 Fire Boats, selling Fire Trucks WITH equipment YOUR COUNCIL MEMBERS MISSED when they surplussed the vehicle.
OK, you don't care, I guess Salisbury News shouldn't care any more either. Let's just see what happens with this Election because one thing I will guarantee ALL of you is this. IF things go the wrong direction I will shut this Blog down and I will move on with my personal life. I have given enough to ALL of you and if I don't see record numbers of people at the Polls, you just watch how fast this Blog shuts down.
I'll be happy to leave you Idiots out there with nothing but the Daily Times to rely on. I did my job, Barrie Tilghman is NOT running for Mayor again. If you want me to stick around, if you want this Blog to be free, I strongly suggest ALL: of you get out there and vote. One thing I'll assure each and every one of you with is, you'll have the most serious withdraws you've ever experienced if this Blog goes away.
If someone else is able to find the records of Shanie Shields, you're welcome to post it under comments because I'm confident it's out there.
What has America come to any more these days? There used to be a day when people were criticized for not paying their bills but Shanie couldn't care less. Then a bunch of fools vote for her and put her on the Council with another bunch of other non paying fools and the next thing you know you're getting $860,000.00 Fire Boats, selling Fire Trucks WITH equipment YOUR COUNCIL MEMBERS MISSED when they surplussed the vehicle.
OK, you don't care, I guess Salisbury News shouldn't care any more either. Let's just see what happens with this Election because one thing I will guarantee ALL of you is this. IF things go the wrong direction I will shut this Blog down and I will move on with my personal life. I have given enough to ALL of you and if I don't see record numbers of people at the Polls, you just watch how fast this Blog shuts down.
I'll be happy to leave you Idiots out there with nothing but the Daily Times to rely on. I did my job, Barrie Tilghman is NOT running for Mayor again. If you want me to stick around, if you want this Blog to be free, I strongly suggest ALL: of you get out there and vote. One thing I'll assure each and every one of you with is, you'll have the most serious withdraws you've ever experienced if this Blog goes away.
If someone else is able to find the records of Shanie Shields, you're welcome to post it under comments because I'm confident it's out there.
GOP Infighting Continues
By now you have probably heard about Newt Gingrich standing up to Rush Limbaugh and calling his wishing of failure upon Obama "irrational." If not, here's a link.
So Rush has fired back at Newt, of course. Here is what he said:
"I'm frankly getting tired of talking about Newt. I mean, it's a pointless exercise," Limbaugh said of Gingrich's dismissal of him on "Meet the Press." "I'm surprised by nothing when I'm dealing with people in the media who think they're in politics."
Whoooaaa Nellie!!!! Did I read that right? "I'm surprised by nothing when I'm dealing with people in the media who think they're in politics."
Riddle me this O'Rushy, are YOU in the media or are you in politics? Should be an easy one. I'd have to say MEDIA. Newt was a U.S. Congressman and Speaker of the House soooo...I'm gonna have to say "Yes, he IS in politics."
Rush goes on to say :
They are fly-by-night operators, and most of them stand for nothing until they see a poll about what the American people want, and then they go out and try to say one way or another what the American people want while trying to falsely hold onto an ideology at the same time — and you can't count on them.
OK, Newt Gingrich is a fly-by-night operator whom you can't count on. Suuure.
Here is how big Rush's head is:
“I know that Newt would give his whatever to have what I’ve got,” he said. “So would any of these other critics of mine."
Does this fat windbag even listen to the drivel that is coming out of his mouth? He obviously doesn't think before he speaks.
Rush, you are the best friend a Democrat could have right now. You will single-handedly alienate everyone in your party and we thank you for that. Please continue your obstructionist agenda as we are not falling for it, and it only serves to further expose the joke of an entertainer that you really are.
Is Laura D'Alessandro Just Plain Stupid?
Now you can't just blame Laura D'Alessandro. There is Greg Bassett and Joe Carmean too. You see, in today's Daily Times Article they seem to have CONVENIENTLY forgotten Jim Ireton's name all together.
Now isn't that strange how the Daily Times IMPLIES that Gary Comegys is the front runner for the Mayoral Election, yet he fell behind Jim Ireton by almost 50% of the votes??????
I persoally believe Laura D'Alessandro just doesn't care about what she's doing. This is not just a legendary "Blonde Moment," this is the worst kind of journalism anyone could ever expect. Now mind you, Laura has an Editing Staff that reviews her work and quite frankly chops up and edits her work as well, so it could have been done by Joe Carmean, I don't know.
All I do know is that the few of you left purchasing that paper should take a hard look at just what they're delivering you. Joe Carmean and Greg Bassett clearly have it out for Jim Ireton because he was man enough to challenge them early on. This should give you even more reason to put your vote in for Jim Ireton so he can hopefully blackball that newspaper once in Office. No doubt the Daily Times will come back, we're so sorry Jim, it will never happen again. It's the love/hate relationship they enjoy so much.
I personally think Ireton has enough to sue them and I personally think he would win. However, it wouldn't look good during the election but then again, it might actually look great? Think about it Jim.
I just caught this as well. Where's Jim Ireton on this list as well? This was a vindictive move on the behalf of the Daily Times!
Total votes
These results are not final; some ballots are still outstanding.
Gary Comegys -- 634
Bob Caldwell -- 611
Michael Della Penna -- 150
Shanie Shields -- 82
Cynthia Polk -- 80
Tim Chaney -- 64
Ralph McIntyre -- 27
Now isn't that strange how the Daily Times IMPLIES that Gary Comegys is the front runner for the Mayoral Election, yet he fell behind Jim Ireton by almost 50% of the votes??????
I persoally believe Laura D'Alessandro just doesn't care about what she's doing. This is not just a legendary "Blonde Moment," this is the worst kind of journalism anyone could ever expect. Now mind you, Laura has an Editing Staff that reviews her work and quite frankly chops up and edits her work as well, so it could have been done by Joe Carmean, I don't know.
All I do know is that the few of you left purchasing that paper should take a hard look at just what they're delivering you. Joe Carmean and Greg Bassett clearly have it out for Jim Ireton because he was man enough to challenge them early on. This should give you even more reason to put your vote in for Jim Ireton so he can hopefully blackball that newspaper once in Office. No doubt the Daily Times will come back, we're so sorry Jim, it will never happen again. It's the love/hate relationship they enjoy so much.
I personally think Ireton has enough to sue them and I personally think he would win. However, it wouldn't look good during the election but then again, it might actually look great? Think about it Jim.
I just caught this as well. Where's Jim Ireton on this list as well? This was a vindictive move on the behalf of the Daily Times!
Total votes
These results are not final; some ballots are still outstanding.
Gary Comegys -- 634
Bob Caldwell -- 611
Michael Della Penna -- 150
Shanie Shields -- 82
Cynthia Polk -- 80
Tim Chaney -- 64
Ralph McIntyre -- 27
Salisbury Police Department Press Releases
On March 6, 2009 at approximately 4:10 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police received a call to respond to the Sears Department Store at the Centre at Salisbury for the report of two (2) shoplifters. Upon arrival the officers met with store security who advised the officers that employees of the store had observed the below listed suspects taking clothing from the store without making payment. The clothing was recovered and returned to Sears.
ARRESTED #1: Jennifer Mae Case, 22 years of age Parsonsburg, Maryland
CHARGES:
Theft (under $ 500)
Conspiracy to commit theft
ARRESTED #2: Tonya Jean Holland, 28 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
Theft (under $ 500)
Conspiracy to commit theft
DISPOSITION: Both released to Central Booking CC # 200900007426
On March 6, 2009 at approximately 9:50 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police were on routine patrol in the area of E. Vine St. and observed a vehicle operated by the below listed suspect driving erratically, almost striking another vehicle. The suspect was stopped and gave the officer consent to search the vehicle and her person. A search of the vehicle and of the suspect resulted in the recovery of a quantity of suspected heroin, a quantity of suspect methadone and a number of used syringes and other paraphernalia.
ARRESTED: Angela Marie Nelka, 38 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
Possession of heroin
Use of drug paraphernalia to store heroin
Possession of cds/paraphernalia
Unlawful alteration of a prescription bottle
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200900007467
On March 7, 2009 at approximately 4:08 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police arrested the below listed suspect on an outstanding arrest warrant from an investigation that began in June of 2008. At that time it was found that the suspect had presented and cashed a number of checks stolen from a victim’s wallet.
ARRESTED: Melvin Eugene Riley, 45 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
Forgery – private documents (5 counts)
Theft ( under $ 100) (5 counts)
Issuing false documents (5 counts)
Attempted theft (under $ 100)
Conspiracy to commit theft (over $ 500)
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200800023207
On March 6, 2009 at approximately 2:12 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police arrested the below listed suspect as a fugitive from justice in Delaware. A records check revealed that the suspect was wanted in Sussex County, Delaware for robbery, possession of a firearm, and Conspiracy to commit felony conduct.
ARRESTED: Jonathan Jacob Decker, 19 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
First degree robbery
Possession of a firearm-commission of a felony
Conspiracy to commit felony conduct
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200900007420
On March 7, 2009 at approximately 5:46 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department received a call to respond to the Superfresh Store on E. College Avenue for the report of a shoplifter. Upon arrival the officers met with store personnel who advised that the below listed suspect had been observed by store personnel taking meat and seafood from the store without making payment. The employees were able to retrieve the property and detain the suspect.
ARRESTED: Leonard (nmn) Waters, III, 43 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES: Theft (under $ 500)
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200900007594
On March 7, 2009 at approximately 11:18 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police received a call to respond to the T’s Market Store on North Salisbury Boulevard for the report of a shoplifter. Upon arrival the officers were advised that the below listed suspect had been observed by store employees taking property from the store without making payment. The officers were able to locate the suspect a short distance from the store.
ARRESTED: Ronald Lee Conway, 40 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES: Theft (under $ 100)
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200900007639
ARRESTED #1: Jennifer Mae Case, 22 years of age Parsonsburg, Maryland
CHARGES:
Theft (under $ 500)
Conspiracy to commit theft
ARRESTED #2: Tonya Jean Holland, 28 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
Theft (under $ 500)
Conspiracy to commit theft
DISPOSITION: Both released to Central Booking CC # 200900007426
On March 6, 2009 at approximately 9:50 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police were on routine patrol in the area of E. Vine St. and observed a vehicle operated by the below listed suspect driving erratically, almost striking another vehicle. The suspect was stopped and gave the officer consent to search the vehicle and her person. A search of the vehicle and of the suspect resulted in the recovery of a quantity of suspected heroin, a quantity of suspect methadone and a number of used syringes and other paraphernalia.
ARRESTED: Angela Marie Nelka, 38 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
Possession of heroin
Use of drug paraphernalia to store heroin
Possession of cds/paraphernalia
Unlawful alteration of a prescription bottle
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200900007467
On March 7, 2009 at approximately 4:08 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police arrested the below listed suspect on an outstanding arrest warrant from an investigation that began in June of 2008. At that time it was found that the suspect had presented and cashed a number of checks stolen from a victim’s wallet.
ARRESTED: Melvin Eugene Riley, 45 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
Forgery – private documents (5 counts)
Theft ( under $ 100) (5 counts)
Issuing false documents (5 counts)
Attempted theft (under $ 100)
Conspiracy to commit theft (over $ 500)
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200800023207
On March 6, 2009 at approximately 2:12 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police arrested the below listed suspect as a fugitive from justice in Delaware. A records check revealed that the suspect was wanted in Sussex County, Delaware for robbery, possession of a firearm, and Conspiracy to commit felony conduct.
ARRESTED: Jonathan Jacob Decker, 19 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES:
First degree robbery
Possession of a firearm-commission of a felony
Conspiracy to commit felony conduct
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200900007420
On March 7, 2009 at approximately 5:46 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police Department received a call to respond to the Superfresh Store on E. College Avenue for the report of a shoplifter. Upon arrival the officers met with store personnel who advised that the below listed suspect had been observed by store personnel taking meat and seafood from the store without making payment. The employees were able to retrieve the property and detain the suspect.
ARRESTED: Leonard (nmn) Waters, III, 43 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES: Theft (under $ 500)
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200900007594
On March 7, 2009 at approximately 11:18 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police received a call to respond to the T’s Market Store on North Salisbury Boulevard for the report of a shoplifter. Upon arrival the officers were advised that the below listed suspect had been observed by store employees taking property from the store without making payment. The officers were able to locate the suspect a short distance from the store.
ARRESTED: Ronald Lee Conway, 40 years of age Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES: Theft (under $ 100)
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking CC # 200900007639
Fruitland Police Department Press Release
Case #: 2009-9186
Incident: Domestic Assault
On Monday, 03/09/09 at 0830 hours, officers responded to Edgewood Circle regarding a domestic assault. Upon arrival, officers met with a female victim who had been beaten by her boyfriend. The victim was transported to PRMC for treatment. The suspect had fled the residence prior to officers’ arrival but was located a short time later and after a brief struggle was placed under arrest .
Arrested: Rodney C. Pitts, 24 years of age Fruitland, MD
Charges:
Assault – 2nd degree
Resisting Arrest
Disposition: Released to Central Booking
Incident: Domestic Assault
On Monday, 03/09/09 at 0830 hours, officers responded to Edgewood Circle regarding a domestic assault. Upon arrival, officers met with a female victim who had been beaten by her boyfriend. The victim was transported to PRMC for treatment. The suspect had fled the residence prior to officers’ arrival but was located a short time later and after a brief struggle was placed under arrest .
Arrested: Rodney C. Pitts, 24 years of age Fruitland, MD
Charges:
Assault – 2nd degree
Resisting Arrest
Disposition: Released to Central Booking
MSP Press Release
DATE & TIME: March 9, 2009 at 10:48 PM C C. CARD NUMBER: 09-54-002419
LOCATION: E. Line Road west of Rum Ridge Rd., Delmar, Md.
Vehicle One: 1997 Pontiac Sunfire
Driver One: Brenette Rich, 49 YOA, Selbyville, De. – Non Life Threatening Injury
Passengers:
12 Yr. old male juvenile – Treated and released
11 Yr. old male juvenile – No injury
BRIEF RESUME:
On March 9, 2009 at 10:48 PM, Brenette Rich of Selbyville, De, was traveling westbound on E. Line Road in a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. Her vehicle failed to stay right of center, crossed the center line and struck a utility pole off road on the eastbound side. Rich reported she fell asleep. She was transported to Peninsula Regional Medical Center for non life threatening injuries. The vehicle was also occupied by two passengers. A 12 year old male was treated and released for a minor leg injury. All occupants were wearing their seat belts. Neither alcohol nor speed was a factor.
The operator was charged with failing to drive right of center.
LOCATION: E. Line Road west of Rum Ridge Rd., Delmar, Md.
Vehicle One: 1997 Pontiac Sunfire
Driver One: Brenette Rich, 49 YOA, Selbyville, De. – Non Life Threatening Injury
Passengers:
12 Yr. old male juvenile – Treated and released
11 Yr. old male juvenile – No injury
BRIEF RESUME:
On March 9, 2009 at 10:48 PM, Brenette Rich of Selbyville, De, was traveling westbound on E. Line Road in a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. Her vehicle failed to stay right of center, crossed the center line and struck a utility pole off road on the eastbound side. Rich reported she fell asleep. She was transported to Peninsula Regional Medical Center for non life threatening injuries. The vehicle was also occupied by two passengers. A 12 year old male was treated and released for a minor leg injury. All occupants were wearing their seat belts. Neither alcohol nor speed was a factor.
The operator was charged with failing to drive right of center.
A SFD Comment Worthy Of A Post
"FYI Joe,
the fire districts and mutual aid agreements throughout the County (more particularly those involving Station 16) did not change AT ALL when they relocated Station 16. Now tell me this, how can you move a Station and keep the same logistics? This tells me (and others) one of two things...either the districts were inaccurately delineated before the move and the new location improved logistics (Doubtful) OR the move hindered logistics and they just didn't care to re-evaluate them...
They moved the station over 3/4 of a mile away, over one/two water bodies (north and/or south prong depending on which way you run it) and across a highway from its original location. Wouldn't you think that something would change? ABSOLUTELY!! They are not concerned about effectively and efficiently serving this City/County, they are concerned about "Looking Good" and having "New Toys"..
Ask Chief See if they would consider re-evaluating their district to better suit and serve the people. Or even better (I won't just single out See here), ask ANY fire chief from ANY department if they would be willing to re-evaluate their territories... Every single one of them would say 'NO' without hesitation. Why you ask? They are too proud and are by no means willing to give up territory-even if it better serves the citizens!
If you're going to spend our money at least improve the service! Chew on that for a while-spit it out or swallow."
the fire districts and mutual aid agreements throughout the County (more particularly those involving Station 16) did not change AT ALL when they relocated Station 16. Now tell me this, how can you move a Station and keep the same logistics? This tells me (and others) one of two things...either the districts were inaccurately delineated before the move and the new location improved logistics (Doubtful) OR the move hindered logistics and they just didn't care to re-evaluate them...
They moved the station over 3/4 of a mile away, over one/two water bodies (north and/or south prong depending on which way you run it) and across a highway from its original location. Wouldn't you think that something would change? ABSOLUTELY!! They are not concerned about effectively and efficiently serving this City/County, they are concerned about "Looking Good" and having "New Toys"..
Ask Chief See if they would consider re-evaluating their district to better suit and serve the people. Or even better (I won't just single out See here), ask ANY fire chief from ANY department if they would be willing to re-evaluate their territories... Every single one of them would say 'NO' without hesitation. Why you ask? They are too proud and are by no means willing to give up territory-even if it better serves the citizens!
If you're going to spend our money at least improve the service! Chew on that for a while-spit it out or swallow."
Eagles fire employee for calling them 'retarted' on Facebook
John Gonzalez of the Philadelphia Inquirer wrote this morning about a fellow named Dan Leone, who, like a lot of other Eagles fans, was upset about the Eagles letting Brian Dawkins go. He changed his status on Facebook to reflect his anger about the situation. It read:Dan is [expletive] devastated about Dawkins signing with Denver. . .Dam Eagles R Retarted!!
Given how much Dawkins meant to the team, and how the rest of the city reacted, I consider that pretty mild.
Problem is, Dan works for the Eagles. On game days, he's the west gate chief. Not exactly upper management, but still, it's a job with the organization. Someone in the organization got wind of his Facebook status, and was not pleased.
Less than two days after posting the Dawkins remarks, Leone said, he was contacted by Leonard Bonacci, the team's director of event operations. According to Leone, Bonacci said they needed to talk about Leone's Facebook page, and Leone agreed. Leone - who deleted the comment - figured that the two would sit down and that he could apologize to Bonacci in person. But Leone said Bonacci never got back to him after that.
Two days later, Leone said, he received a call from Rachel Vitagliano, the team's guest services manager. Leone said she fired him over the phone. The conversation lasted less than 10 minutes.
And now Dan Leone sits at home, angry and hugging his keyboard.
I guess that's the Eagles' prerogative, and Dan's certainly not the first person in history to be fired for criticizing his employers on Facebook. It's 2009, chief. You've got to be aware that people are looking at what you're saying on the Internet, and if you say your bosses are "retarted," you can't expect a pat on the back for it. It was a dumb thing for him to do.
Still, it seems a little harsh to me. It's a victimless crime. We're talking about a guy here who worked for the team sixteen days a year and has been an Eagles fan his whole life. So his Facebook page insulted the Eagles. Big deal. Who was it exactly that cried themselves to sleep at night because Dan Leone said something mean about them on Facebook? What damage has been done here?
The Eagles heard the same thing and much worse from radio talk show hosts, columnists, and bloggers in the wake of Dawkins leaving the organization. I know they probably didn't enjoy that criticism, but it seems petty to take out their frustration on one guy who was within their reach.
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Wicomico County Sheriff's Office Press Releases
Incident: Possession of Marijuana
Date of Incident: 7 March 2009
Location: 100 block of Whayland Drive, Hebron, MD
Suspect: Joshua R. Webster, 20, Delmar, MD
Narrative: On 7 March 2009 at 11:40 PM, deputies from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a noise complaint at a residence in the 100 block of Whayland Drive in Hebron. Upon making contact with the occupants there, the deputy detected an odor of marijuana while inside the residence. Upon entering a bedroom where the odor of marijuana strengthened, the deputy discovered a subject, later identified as Joshua Webster, who had attempted to hide from the deputy. The deputy discovered Webster to be in possession of both marijuana and a smoking device.
Webster was arrested and transported to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Webster was released by the Commissioner on Personal Recognizance
Charges:
Possession of Marijuana
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Incident: Assault 1st Degree
Date of Incident: 8 March 2009
Location: 1000 block of Tuscola Avenue, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Sheila Yvette Turner, 45, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 8 March 2009 at 9:05 PM, deputies responded to a residence in the 1000 block of Tuscola Avenue to investigate an altercation inside that residence. Upon arrival, the deputies were met by a victim who alleged that a cohabitant assaulted the victim with a baseball bat. The deputy observed that the victim appeared to be suffering from contusions and what was later discovered to be a closed head injury. The suspect, Sheila Y. Turner, was one from the scene upon the arrivals of the deputies, but she was located later in the evening inside a residence in the 900 block of Seminole Blvd.
Turner was placed under arrest and transported to the Central Booking Unit where she was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Turner was detained by the Commissioner in lieu of $25,000.00 bond.
Charges:
Assault 1st Degree
Assault 2nd Degree
Wear / Carry a Dangerous Weapon
Obstruct and Hinder a Law Enforcement Officer
Incident: Harboring Fugitive
Date of Incident: 8 March 2009
Location: 900 block of Seminole Blvd., Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Dwayne Edward Corbin, 49, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 8 March 2009 at 10:33 PM, deputies responded to a residence in the 900 block of Seminole Blvd in an attempt to locate Sheila Y. Turner. Deputies had received information that Turner was at the residence and if located she was going to be arrested for an earlier assault that had taken place in the 1000 block of Tuscola Avenue. Upon arrival, the deputies were informed by the resident, Dwayne Edward Corbin that Turner was not inside the residence. While speaking with Corbin, Turner attempted to flee from the back door of the residence but was taken into custody by a deputy waiting at the rear of the residence.
Because Corbin repeatedly told the deputies that Turner was not inside his residence and because the deputies sought Turner on pending charges of felony assault, Corbin was placed under arrest. Corbin was transported to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Corbin was detained by the Commissioner in the Detention Center in lieu of $3,000.00 bond.
Charges:
Harboring Felon
Obstruct and Hinder a Law Enforcement Office
False Statement to a Law Enforcement Officer
Incident: Leaving Scene of Accident
Date of Incident: 8 March 2009
Location: 700 block of Regency Drive, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Leonard James Addis III., 59, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 8 March 2009 at 9:26 AM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office investigated a Hit and Run accident that occurred in the 700 block of Regency Drive. Upon the deputy’s arrival, he observed that a vehicle had left the roadway and ran over two mailboxes and a Comcast cable box during the early morning hours of 8 March. The owners of the properties where the damage occurred advised that no one had left any information about the damage or attempted to contact them. During the investigation, the deputy identified the operator of the vehicle involved as Leonard James Addis III of Salisbury. The deputy managed to locate Addis and issued traffic citations for leaving the scene of a property damage accident.
Charges:
Failure of Vehicle Driver in Accident to report property damage to police
Failure of Vehicle Driver to stop after unattended property damage accident
Failure of Vehicle Driver in Accident to Locate and Notify owner of damaged property
Failure of Vehicle Driver to furnish identification information
The Following individuals were arrested by the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office on Arrest Warrants 2 March – 8 March 2009
Failure to Appear Bench Warrant
Beau Shanon Smith, 23, Salisbury; FTA Driving While Suspended, held $20,000.00
John William Collins, 2nd , 53, Salisbury; FTA Violation of Protective Order, held $3,000.00
Bobbie Sue Lewis, 30, Hurlock, MD; FTA on Civil Hearing, held $2,500.00
Michael Clayton Elliott, 28, Westover, MD; FTA Burglary 4th degree, held $5,000.00
Michael M. Harmon, 35, Stockton, MD; FTA Possession Marijuana, held $6,000.00
Violation of Probation Bench Warrant
Donald Lee Ennis,24, Salisbury; VOP: Possession of CDS not Marijuana, held $20,000.00
Robert F. Colflesh 3rd, 22, Salisbury; VOP: Assault, held $25,000.00
Lakeaska L. Voltaire, 30, Salisbury; VOP Assault 2nd/ Reckless Endangerment, held $1,500.00
Daniel Nathan Elliott, 48, Salisbury; VOP Threats Arson/Harassment, held $5,000.00
George E. Wharton, 42, Salisbury; VOP Disorderly Conduct, held $10,000.00
Freeman, Danny Bradford, 29, Salisbury; VOP Possession Marijuana, held $20,000.00
Circuit Court Bench Warrant – Child Support Non Compliance
Amos Alexander Moore, 23, Salisbury; Child Support Non Compliance, held $1,000.00
Circuit Court Indictment
John Benjamin Murdock, 21, Salisbury; Distribution of CDS, Possession of Marijuana, held $75,000.00
Dionne J. Evans, 25, Salisbury; Distribution of CDS, held without bond
Janet G. Lane, 47, Pittsville, MD; Possession CDS w/ Intent to Distribute, held $125,000.00
David Lee Kissinger, 19, Pittsville, MD; Possession of CDS w/ Intent to Distribute, held $50,000.00
Incident: Assault
Date of Incident: 7 March 2009
Location: 5200 block of Chinaberry Drive, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Bradley Daniel Atkins, 26, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 7 March 2009 at 12:44 AM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence in the 5200 block of Chinaberry Drive in Salisbury for a reported assault. Upon arrival, the deputy met with a victim who alleged that Bradley Atkins had assaulted her. During the investigation, the deputy observed injuries on the victim that corroborated the account. The deputy located Bradley Atkins and placed him under arrest for assault.
Atkins was transported to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Atkins was detained in the Detention Center by the Commissioner in lieu of $15,000.00 bond.
Charges: Assault 2nd Degree
Incident: Possession of Marijuana
Date of Incident: 7 March 2009
Location: 6000 Block of Rockawalkin Road, Salisbury, MD
Suspect:
1. Christopher Robert Simpson, 20, Mardela Springs, MD
2. Aaron Scott Beach, 20, Hebron, MD
3. Gregory Thomas Howard, 20, Hebron, MD
4. Harold Christopher Brown, 22, Salisbury, MD
5. Craig Allen Beauchamp, 23, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 7 March 2009 at 3:01 AM, deputies from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a noise complaint at a residence in the 6000 block of Rockawalkin Road in Salisbury. Upon arrival, they found the residence occupied by the five subjects listed above. Upon making contact with the subjects, the deputies detected an odor of marijuana that permeated the inside of the residence. One of the deputies observed that one of the residents attempt to hide a baggie containing what the deputy recognized as marijuana. That marijuana, along with a smoking device, was seized and all five subjects were arrested.
All five were transported to the Central Booking Unit where they were processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, all five were released by the Commissioner on Personal Recognizance.
Charges:
Possession of Marijuana
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Incident: Possession of Marijuana
Date of Incident: 7 March 2009
Location: 600 block of S. Salisbury Blvd., Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Patrick J. Meagher, 20, Bel Air, MD
Narrative: On 7 March 2009 at 7:15 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office stopped a vehicle operated by Patrick Meagher for a traffic violation. During the traffic stop, the deputy located what the deputy recognized as marijuana inside Meagher’s vehicle. The deputy placed Meagher under arrest for possession of Marijuana.
Meagher was transported to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Meagher was released by the Commissioner on Personal Recognizance.
Charges: Possession of Marijuana
Date of Incident: 7 March 2009
Location: 100 block of Whayland Drive, Hebron, MD
Suspect: Joshua R. Webster, 20, Delmar, MD
Narrative: On 7 March 2009 at 11:40 PM, deputies from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a noise complaint at a residence in the 100 block of Whayland Drive in Hebron. Upon making contact with the occupants there, the deputy detected an odor of marijuana while inside the residence. Upon entering a bedroom where the odor of marijuana strengthened, the deputy discovered a subject, later identified as Joshua Webster, who had attempted to hide from the deputy. The deputy discovered Webster to be in possession of both marijuana and a smoking device.
Webster was arrested and transported to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Webster was released by the Commissioner on Personal Recognizance
Charges:
Possession of Marijuana
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Incident: Assault 1st Degree
Date of Incident: 8 March 2009
Location: 1000 block of Tuscola Avenue, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Sheila Yvette Turner, 45, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 8 March 2009 at 9:05 PM, deputies responded to a residence in the 1000 block of Tuscola Avenue to investigate an altercation inside that residence. Upon arrival, the deputies were met by a victim who alleged that a cohabitant assaulted the victim with a baseball bat. The deputy observed that the victim appeared to be suffering from contusions and what was later discovered to be a closed head injury. The suspect, Sheila Y. Turner, was one from the scene upon the arrivals of the deputies, but she was located later in the evening inside a residence in the 900 block of Seminole Blvd.
Turner was placed under arrest and transported to the Central Booking Unit where she was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Turner was detained by the Commissioner in lieu of $25,000.00 bond.
Charges:
Assault 1st Degree
Assault 2nd Degree
Wear / Carry a Dangerous Weapon
Obstruct and Hinder a Law Enforcement Officer
Incident: Harboring Fugitive
Date of Incident: 8 March 2009
Location: 900 block of Seminole Blvd., Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Dwayne Edward Corbin, 49, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 8 March 2009 at 10:33 PM, deputies responded to a residence in the 900 block of Seminole Blvd in an attempt to locate Sheila Y. Turner. Deputies had received information that Turner was at the residence and if located she was going to be arrested for an earlier assault that had taken place in the 1000 block of Tuscola Avenue. Upon arrival, the deputies were informed by the resident, Dwayne Edward Corbin that Turner was not inside the residence. While speaking with Corbin, Turner attempted to flee from the back door of the residence but was taken into custody by a deputy waiting at the rear of the residence.
Because Corbin repeatedly told the deputies that Turner was not inside his residence and because the deputies sought Turner on pending charges of felony assault, Corbin was placed under arrest. Corbin was transported to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Corbin was detained by the Commissioner in the Detention Center in lieu of $3,000.00 bond.
Charges:
Harboring Felon
Obstruct and Hinder a Law Enforcement Office
False Statement to a Law Enforcement Officer
Incident: Leaving Scene of Accident
Date of Incident: 8 March 2009
Location: 700 block of Regency Drive, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Leonard James Addis III., 59, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 8 March 2009 at 9:26 AM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office investigated a Hit and Run accident that occurred in the 700 block of Regency Drive. Upon the deputy’s arrival, he observed that a vehicle had left the roadway and ran over two mailboxes and a Comcast cable box during the early morning hours of 8 March. The owners of the properties where the damage occurred advised that no one had left any information about the damage or attempted to contact them. During the investigation, the deputy identified the operator of the vehicle involved as Leonard James Addis III of Salisbury. The deputy managed to locate Addis and issued traffic citations for leaving the scene of a property damage accident.
Charges:
Failure of Vehicle Driver in Accident to report property damage to police
Failure of Vehicle Driver to stop after unattended property damage accident
Failure of Vehicle Driver in Accident to Locate and Notify owner of damaged property
Failure of Vehicle Driver to furnish identification information
The Following individuals were arrested by the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office on Arrest Warrants 2 March – 8 March 2009
Failure to Appear Bench Warrant
Beau Shanon Smith, 23, Salisbury; FTA Driving While Suspended, held $20,000.00
John William Collins, 2nd , 53, Salisbury; FTA Violation of Protective Order, held $3,000.00
Bobbie Sue Lewis, 30, Hurlock, MD; FTA on Civil Hearing, held $2,500.00
Michael Clayton Elliott, 28, Westover, MD; FTA Burglary 4th degree, held $5,000.00
Michael M. Harmon, 35, Stockton, MD; FTA Possession Marijuana, held $6,000.00
Violation of Probation Bench Warrant
Donald Lee Ennis,24, Salisbury; VOP: Possession of CDS not Marijuana, held $20,000.00
Robert F. Colflesh 3rd, 22, Salisbury; VOP: Assault, held $25,000.00
Lakeaska L. Voltaire, 30, Salisbury; VOP Assault 2nd/ Reckless Endangerment, held $1,500.00
Daniel Nathan Elliott, 48, Salisbury; VOP Threats Arson/Harassment, held $5,000.00
George E. Wharton, 42, Salisbury; VOP Disorderly Conduct, held $10,000.00
Freeman, Danny Bradford, 29, Salisbury; VOP Possession Marijuana, held $20,000.00
Circuit Court Bench Warrant – Child Support Non Compliance
Amos Alexander Moore, 23, Salisbury; Child Support Non Compliance, held $1,000.00
Circuit Court Indictment
John Benjamin Murdock, 21, Salisbury; Distribution of CDS, Possession of Marijuana, held $75,000.00
Dionne J. Evans, 25, Salisbury; Distribution of CDS, held without bond
Janet G. Lane, 47, Pittsville, MD; Possession CDS w/ Intent to Distribute, held $125,000.00
David Lee Kissinger, 19, Pittsville, MD; Possession of CDS w/ Intent to Distribute, held $50,000.00
Incident: Assault
Date of Incident: 7 March 2009
Location: 5200 block of Chinaberry Drive, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Bradley Daniel Atkins, 26, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 7 March 2009 at 12:44 AM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence in the 5200 block of Chinaberry Drive in Salisbury for a reported assault. Upon arrival, the deputy met with a victim who alleged that Bradley Atkins had assaulted her. During the investigation, the deputy observed injuries on the victim that corroborated the account. The deputy located Bradley Atkins and placed him under arrest for assault.
Atkins was transported to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Atkins was detained in the Detention Center by the Commissioner in lieu of $15,000.00 bond.
Charges: Assault 2nd Degree
Incident: Possession of Marijuana
Date of Incident: 7 March 2009
Location: 6000 Block of Rockawalkin Road, Salisbury, MD
Suspect:
1. Christopher Robert Simpson, 20, Mardela Springs, MD
2. Aaron Scott Beach, 20, Hebron, MD
3. Gregory Thomas Howard, 20, Hebron, MD
4. Harold Christopher Brown, 22, Salisbury, MD
5. Craig Allen Beauchamp, 23, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 7 March 2009 at 3:01 AM, deputies from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a noise complaint at a residence in the 6000 block of Rockawalkin Road in Salisbury. Upon arrival, they found the residence occupied by the five subjects listed above. Upon making contact with the subjects, the deputies detected an odor of marijuana that permeated the inside of the residence. One of the deputies observed that one of the residents attempt to hide a baggie containing what the deputy recognized as marijuana. That marijuana, along with a smoking device, was seized and all five subjects were arrested.
All five were transported to the Central Booking Unit where they were processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, all five were released by the Commissioner on Personal Recognizance.
Charges:
Possession of Marijuana
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Incident: Possession of Marijuana
Date of Incident: 7 March 2009
Location: 600 block of S. Salisbury Blvd., Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Patrick J. Meagher, 20, Bel Air, MD
Narrative: On 7 March 2009 at 7:15 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office stopped a vehicle operated by Patrick Meagher for a traffic violation. During the traffic stop, the deputy located what the deputy recognized as marijuana inside Meagher’s vehicle. The deputy placed Meagher under arrest for possession of Marijuana.
Meagher was transported to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Meagher was released by the Commissioner on Personal Recognizance.
Charges: Possession of Marijuana
Chief See Is Simply Full Of Crap!
In an article dated July 17th, 2008 I confronted Chief See about letting a fully loaded Fire Chase Vehicle get away from them with everything still on it and in it. Chief see said the following when I confronted him about it.
See responded with, "We all can't be perfect like you Joe." He then went on to say, "We're human Joe, so we let one slip away from us."
Well Chiefy, I guess you just let another "one slip away from you" AGAIN, eh? This time it cost the taxpayers some $40,000.00 worth of equipment alone, let alone the give away of a worthy Ladder Fire Truck.
Here's what I find most interesting about that fool. A year before, (perhaps longer) they had a Fire Truck sitting around, (still is) with a blown engine. I said to old Chiefy, I'll give you $2,500.00 cash for it right now at a PAC14 Meeting. He said, no way, I want $5,000.00 for that Truck, Joe.
Well I'll be a SOB! To think for $5,000.00 I could have had a LADDER TRUCK instead that actually works! Heck, I don't need any brakes on that thing, I want it as a toy for my Grandson. Then, they would throw in $40,000.00 worth of additional tools? Man, you really know how to LET those things just "SLIP AWAY" from you, don't you Chiefy?
YOU, the Taxpayers have been scammed by a scam artist. Comegys, you're a fool as well. Wilber, you're about the dumbest attorney I have ever seen. The City didn't have to sell that thing and you know it. Let them sue you for $5,000.00. Then sell off the equipment alone and I'll pay $2,500.00 for the Ladder Truck and park it in the woods and let my Grandson have a field day on it. There, case closed, money made by the City. Pittsville will get over it.
I still want to know how much they're allegedly getting from that Dealer for the Truck with the blown engine. It may have been 2 years ago when I offered $2,500.00 CASH for it.
How many of you still support the Salisbury Fire Department now? Are you aware they ordered TWO MORE LADDER TRUCKS, besides the one they already have and two other Fire Trucks. One Ladder Truck will go to Station 1 and the other to Station 2.
They are boning the Volunteers like there's no tomorrow and County Executive Rick Pollitt needs to put a stop to this as in yesterday. I have a friend who lives on the West side of Salisbury and Hebron actually comes to their rescue, not Salisbury Station 16, even though they built that new Fire Palace on the West side of Town.
I sure do hope Help Is On The Way because Gary Comegys is a joke.
See responded with, "We all can't be perfect like you Joe." He then went on to say, "We're human Joe, so we let one slip away from us."
Well Chiefy, I guess you just let another "one slip away from you" AGAIN, eh? This time it cost the taxpayers some $40,000.00 worth of equipment alone, let alone the give away of a worthy Ladder Fire Truck.
Here's what I find most interesting about that fool. A year before, (perhaps longer) they had a Fire Truck sitting around, (still is) with a blown engine. I said to old Chiefy, I'll give you $2,500.00 cash for it right now at a PAC14 Meeting. He said, no way, I want $5,000.00 for that Truck, Joe.
Well I'll be a SOB! To think for $5,000.00 I could have had a LADDER TRUCK instead that actually works! Heck, I don't need any brakes on that thing, I want it as a toy for my Grandson. Then, they would throw in $40,000.00 worth of additional tools? Man, you really know how to LET those things just "SLIP AWAY" from you, don't you Chiefy?
YOU, the Taxpayers have been scammed by a scam artist. Comegys, you're a fool as well. Wilber, you're about the dumbest attorney I have ever seen. The City didn't have to sell that thing and you know it. Let them sue you for $5,000.00. Then sell off the equipment alone and I'll pay $2,500.00 for the Ladder Truck and park it in the woods and let my Grandson have a field day on it. There, case closed, money made by the City. Pittsville will get over it.
I still want to know how much they're allegedly getting from that Dealer for the Truck with the blown engine. It may have been 2 years ago when I offered $2,500.00 CASH for it.
How many of you still support the Salisbury Fire Department now? Are you aware they ordered TWO MORE LADDER TRUCKS, besides the one they already have and two other Fire Trucks. One Ladder Truck will go to Station 1 and the other to Station 2.
They are boning the Volunteers like there's no tomorrow and County Executive Rick Pollitt needs to put a stop to this as in yesterday. I have a friend who lives on the West side of Salisbury and Hebron actually comes to their rescue, not Salisbury Station 16, even though they built that new Fire Palace on the West side of Town.
I sure do hope Help Is On The Way because Gary Comegys is a joke.
Calendar Of Events
OK, so here's the deal. We have finally added a Calendar of Events so everyone knows what's ahead each week. If YOU have a fundraiser or special event going on. let us know and we'll put that event up so no one has excuses.
Simply tell us what your event is, where it will be located, a contact number you can be reached at, the time & date of the event, how long it will be running that day/evening and what it cost to get in, if there's a cost at all.
If you know of an event and you don't see it here, e-mail me and we'll get that event up so everyone knows about it. alberobutzo@wmconnect.com
We hope you'll enjoy this new feature.
Simply tell us what your event is, where it will be located, a contact number you can be reached at, the time & date of the event, how long it will be running that day/evening and what it cost to get in, if there's a cost at all.
If you know of an event and you don't see it here, e-mail me and we'll get that event up so everyone knows about it. alberobutzo@wmconnect.com
We hope you'll enjoy this new feature.
Tea Party
Thanks for your email and your interest.? We are so glad that you are interested in having a Tea Party in your city!? You are absolutely not alone so please do not be afraid to take on this commitment!? There are others out there and they will come out of the woodwork as you start planning this event!? You will not be alone in this, I promise!???
These Tea Parties have taken on a life of their own and have overwhelmed many of us!? It has been impossible to get through all the emails and phone calls!? I am working diligently to get everyone up and running with the planning of a Tea Party.? I am glad you want to do this!? There are many people to walk with you and help you!? Me included!? So, please do not hesitate to ask!
First and foremost, we are working with several large sponsors.? These sponsors include Smart Girl Politics, TCOT (Top Conservatives on Twitter), Don'tGo Movement, and Michelle Malkin.? All of these organizations are promoting the Nationwide Tax Day Tea Parties taking place in cities across the US.
I realize that many organizers of these events are planning tea parties to occur on days other than April 15th.? Unfortunately, our sponsors have decided that we will only be promoting events that actually occur on the 15th of April.?
Therefore, the first step is to make sure that you are planning for Wednesday, April 15th, anytime between the hours of 12 noon and midnight.? If this date and time fit into your plan, the next step would be to create a FaceBook Event page.? Make sure this is an EVENT and not a group!? This is very important!? Once you have created the FaceBook event page, you can send me the link and I will post it to the main Nationwide Tax Day Tea Party group page and to our website www.taxdayteaparty.com.
When creating the FB event, you would just use the name of your city and "Tax Day Tea Party" as the name of your event.? Be sure to include the name of your city in the title of your event! ?This is important so that people find the event when doing a search. ?If you do not know the exact location and time of the event right now, that is fine, you can just say that those details will be announced as finalized.? If you look at the several tea parties listed on the FaceBook page, you will see that many have there information listed as tentative right now.? That is fine to get the ball rolling!
Before you read any further, I encourage you to call me if you have any reservations. ?Do not let the FaceBook event page scare you away!? Many people do not have FaceBook accounts and do not want a FaceBook account. ?I completely understand this and do not want the FaceBook part to deter you. ?We can work around the FaceBook situation if needed by having myself or a team member set up the FaceBook page for your city!?
Atlanta is one of the cities where we plan to hold an event such as a Meet & Greet / Sign Making Party on Saturday, April 11th, in addition to our Tax Day Tea Party on April 15th.? Although there will be no mention of the April 11th event on the Nationwide group page, I can send messages to our Atlanta FaceBook group and post the information there.? We are going to hold both events because we have had a large request from people to hold a Saturday event.? We hope that our Saturday Meet & Greet will get people energized to come out on Wednesday of that week.? We are hoping it will be a launching pad!
I am working with another person on completing a "How To" guide for planning the Tea Party now.? We hope to have the guide completed by the end of the week.? In the meantime, you can go to the www.taxdayteaparty.com or additional resources.? There is a "How To" guide there to get you started.? We will have something more detailed later this week.
A few other tidbits that will help you get the ball rolling...I would advise that you set up an email account for your tea party that you can use on all of your correspondence, event page, press releases, etc.? I set up a gmail account that I use for all of the Atlanta Tea Party events.? That way I can keep it separate from my regular account if I choose and you can also have other people help you with the emails that you receive if needed.? Additionally, I set up a Atlanta Tea Party website to keep people updated that do not use FaceBook.? Believe me, there are many people that do not use FaceBook!? These are just some ideas to get you started.? Atlanta had a very successful event last week, despite the horrendous weather and these are things we did to help us plan our event!
One last thing I will add...I have started a group on FaceBook called America's Tea Party to use as a source to promote events not related to the main Nationwide event.? This is a place where I will also be listing the Atlanta Meet & Greet for April 11th as well.? If you do decide to hold a event in addition to the April 15th event, send me the link and I will post it for you.? I also hope you will consider joining the group and inviting others.? I plan to update the site with links and information on a daily basis!
I am including a picture with this email that you can use to set up your event page.? You will just need to download to your computer and then upload it to FaceBook when creating the event page.? If you have any problem, please give me a call and I will help you!
I hope this will get you started on planning your tea party.? If I can answer any other questions, please do not hesitate to ask!? It is probably better if you call me, because the emails are coming in fast and furious...which is a good thing!
Also, let me say, if you are serious about hosting this event, let me know right away.? That way I will put you down as the Project Servant Leader and list your event on the page as "Coming Soon."? There have been several instances where people waited too long to decide and someone started the ball rolling in the meantime.? If that happens, it gets confusing and can be difficult!? If at all possible, let me know something right away!
Once again, thank you for your interest and participation!? Let me know what you decide!? I look forward to working with you!? Have a great day!
Thanks,
Amy Kremer
One Viewer wants to know who's interested in this.
UPDATE: salisburymdteaparty@earthlink.net
These Tea Parties have taken on a life of their own and have overwhelmed many of us!? It has been impossible to get through all the emails and phone calls!? I am working diligently to get everyone up and running with the planning of a Tea Party.? I am glad you want to do this!? There are many people to walk with you and help you!? Me included!? So, please do not hesitate to ask!
First and foremost, we are working with several large sponsors.? These sponsors include Smart Girl Politics, TCOT (Top Conservatives on Twitter), Don'tGo Movement, and Michelle Malkin.? All of these organizations are promoting the Nationwide Tax Day Tea Parties taking place in cities across the US.
I realize that many organizers of these events are planning tea parties to occur on days other than April 15th.? Unfortunately, our sponsors have decided that we will only be promoting events that actually occur on the 15th of April.?
Therefore, the first step is to make sure that you are planning for Wednesday, April 15th, anytime between the hours of 12 noon and midnight.? If this date and time fit into your plan, the next step would be to create a FaceBook Event page.? Make sure this is an EVENT and not a group!? This is very important!? Once you have created the FaceBook event page, you can send me the link and I will post it to the main Nationwide Tax Day Tea Party group page and to our website www.taxdayteaparty.com.
When creating the FB event, you would just use the name of your city and "Tax Day Tea Party" as the name of your event.? Be sure to include the name of your city in the title of your event! ?This is important so that people find the event when doing a search. ?If you do not know the exact location and time of the event right now, that is fine, you can just say that those details will be announced as finalized.? If you look at the several tea parties listed on the FaceBook page, you will see that many have there information listed as tentative right now.? That is fine to get the ball rolling!
Before you read any further, I encourage you to call me if you have any reservations. ?Do not let the FaceBook event page scare you away!? Many people do not have FaceBook accounts and do not want a FaceBook account. ?I completely understand this and do not want the FaceBook part to deter you. ?We can work around the FaceBook situation if needed by having myself or a team member set up the FaceBook page for your city!?
Atlanta is one of the cities where we plan to hold an event such as a Meet & Greet / Sign Making Party on Saturday, April 11th, in addition to our Tax Day Tea Party on April 15th.? Although there will be no mention of the April 11th event on the Nationwide group page, I can send messages to our Atlanta FaceBook group and post the information there.? We are going to hold both events because we have had a large request from people to hold a Saturday event.? We hope that our Saturday Meet & Greet will get people energized to come out on Wednesday of that week.? We are hoping it will be a launching pad!
I am working with another person on completing a "How To" guide for planning the Tea Party now.? We hope to have the guide completed by the end of the week.? In the meantime, you can go to the www.taxdayteaparty.com or additional resources.? There is a "How To" guide there to get you started.? We will have something more detailed later this week.
A few other tidbits that will help you get the ball rolling...I would advise that you set up an email account for your tea party that you can use on all of your correspondence, event page, press releases, etc.? I set up a gmail account that I use for all of the Atlanta Tea Party events.? That way I can keep it separate from my regular account if I choose and you can also have other people help you with the emails that you receive if needed.? Additionally, I set up a Atlanta Tea Party website to keep people updated that do not use FaceBook.? Believe me, there are many people that do not use FaceBook!? These are just some ideas to get you started.? Atlanta had a very successful event last week, despite the horrendous weather and these are things we did to help us plan our event!
One last thing I will add...I have started a group on FaceBook called America's Tea Party to use as a source to promote events not related to the main Nationwide event.? This is a place where I will also be listing the Atlanta Meet & Greet for April 11th as well.? If you do decide to hold a event in addition to the April 15th event, send me the link and I will post it for you.? I also hope you will consider joining the group and inviting others.? I plan to update the site with links and information on a daily basis!
I am including a picture with this email that you can use to set up your event page.? You will just need to download to your computer and then upload it to FaceBook when creating the event page.? If you have any problem, please give me a call and I will help you!
I hope this will get you started on planning your tea party.? If I can answer any other questions, please do not hesitate to ask!? It is probably better if you call me, because the emails are coming in fast and furious...which is a good thing!
Also, let me say, if you are serious about hosting this event, let me know right away.? That way I will put you down as the Project Servant Leader and list your event on the page as "Coming Soon."? There have been several instances where people waited too long to decide and someone started the ball rolling in the meantime.? If that happens, it gets confusing and can be difficult!? If at all possible, let me know something right away!
Once again, thank you for your interest and participation!? Let me know what you decide!? I look forward to working with you!? Have a great day!
Thanks,
Amy Kremer
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UPDATE: salisburymdteaparty@earthlink.net
Westside Community Center Hosts Spaghetti Dinner
(Salisbury, MD) The Westside Community Center is hosting a spaghetti dinner Saturday, March 14th at St. Mary’s Church. From 4-7 PM, delicious pasta will be served to anyone with an appetite!
Tickets for the spaghetti dinner at $6 for adults and $3 for children under 12. For advance tickets, please contact the Community Center directly at 410-873-2993. Tickets will also be sold at the door. For those in a hurry, carry-out will also be available. St. Mary’s Church is located at 21658 Nanticoke Road Tyaskin, Maryland.
All proceeds directly benefit youth programs at the Westside Community Center, which is located at 21109 Bivalve Lodge Road in Bivalve, MD. Operated by a local advisory council, the Westside Community Center provides recreational and educational programs to the Nanticoke, Bivalve, Tyaskin, Whitehaven and Quantico communities. If you would like to learn about other upcoming programs offered by the Wicomico County Recreation, Parks and Tourism Department sign up for Recreation email alerts at www.wicomicorecandparks.org.
Tickets for the spaghetti dinner at $6 for adults and $3 for children under 12. For advance tickets, please contact the Community Center directly at 410-873-2993. Tickets will also be sold at the door. For those in a hurry, carry-out will also be available. St. Mary’s Church is located at 21658 Nanticoke Road Tyaskin, Maryland.
All proceeds directly benefit youth programs at the Westside Community Center, which is located at 21109 Bivalve Lodge Road in Bivalve, MD. Operated by a local advisory council, the Westside Community Center provides recreational and educational programs to the Nanticoke, Bivalve, Tyaskin, Whitehaven and Quantico communities. If you would like to learn about other upcoming programs offered by the Wicomico County Recreation, Parks and Tourism Department sign up for Recreation email alerts at www.wicomicorecandparks.org.
SAYING GOODBYE TO MOTHER......
We were dressed and ready to go out for the New Years Eve Party. We turned on a night light, turned the answering machine on, covered our pet parakeet and put the cat in the backyard.
We phoned the local cab company and requested a taxi. The taxi arrived and we opened the front door to leave the house.
The cat we put out in the yard, scoots back into the house. We didn't want the cat shut in the house because she always tries to eat the bird.
My wife goes out to the taxi, while I went inside to get the cat. The cat runs upstairs, with me in hot pursuit. Waiting in the cab, my wife doesn't want the driver to know that the house will be empty for the night. So, she explains to the taxi driver that I will be out soon, "He's just going upstairs to say Goodbye to my mother."
A few minutes later, I get into the cab. "Sorry I took so long," I said, as we drove away. "That stupid biotch was hiding under the bed. I had to poke her with a coat hanger to get her to come out! She tried to take off, so I grabbed her by the neck. Then, I had to wrap her in a blanket to keep her from scratching me. But it worked! I hauled her fat a$$ downstairs and threw her out into the back yard!"
The cab driver hit a parked car.
We phoned the local cab company and requested a taxi. The taxi arrived and we opened the front door to leave the house.
The cat we put out in the yard, scoots back into the house. We didn't want the cat shut in the house because she always tries to eat the bird.
My wife goes out to the taxi, while I went inside to get the cat. The cat runs upstairs, with me in hot pursuit. Waiting in the cab, my wife doesn't want the driver to know that the house will be empty for the night. So, she explains to the taxi driver that I will be out soon, "He's just going upstairs to say Goodbye to my mother."
A few minutes later, I get into the cab. "Sorry I took so long," I said, as we drove away. "That stupid biotch was hiding under the bed. I had to poke her with a coat hanger to get her to come out! She tried to take off, so I grabbed her by the neck. Then, I had to wrap her in a blanket to keep her from scratching me. But it worked! I hauled her fat a$$ downstairs and threw her out into the back yard!"
The cab driver hit a parked car.
Inacom Announces Delmarva Technology Expo
Salisbury, MD, March 1, 2009: Inacom Information Systems has announced that the 3rd Annual Delmarva Technology Expo will take place on April 30, at the Fountains Wedding and Conference Center in Salisbury, MD from 10am – 4pm.
This 6 hour event will allow local business and technology decision makers to explore many technologies that are being used throughout the Delmarva Peninsula. These solutions offer a high return on investment, allowing organizations to significantly boost profitability by reducing expenses and increasing productivity, even in a down economy.
“This year’s theme is ‘Save Green and Go Green.’ Delmarva’s businesses are actively seeking to reduce their operating expenses to improve profitability and to be better stewards of the environment. Every solution featured at the Tech Expo this year will help meet these objectives.” explains Travis Fisher, Inacom’s executive vice president.
An expo-style trade floor will feature product information and demonstrations from a number of the Technology Expo’s co-sponsors, including Sharp USA, Cisco Systems, Hewlett Packard, Avaya, Comcast, Notable Solutions, and Alarm Engineering. Sharp USA will provide event attendees with a keynote address on document management.
Breakout sessions on special topics include document management systems, web development and Internet marketing, network security, IP telephony solutions from Avaya, Microsoft software, internetworking devices from Cisco Systems, and IP security systems. One of the more popular breakout sessions is expected to be the Windows Office Communications Server demonstration, which offers organizations to extend their existing business telephone systems to the user’s computer desktop, adding rich presence features like video conferencing.
A special appearance will be made by the Cisco Systems Network on Wheels (NOW) van. Cisco will demonstrate their Call Manager Express IP telephone system, the MARS (Monitoring, Analysis and Response System) network security solution, and their wireless networking technologies.
To ensure adequate space for event attendees, registration to the Delmarva Technology Expo is required. Those persons interested in attending can find more information and complete their registration at www.delmarvatechexpo.com.
About the Cisco Systems Network on Wheels (NOW) Van: The Cisco NOW Van is a 25-foot mobile demonstration van equipped with the latest Cisco networking technologies. These vans have been enhanced and refitted to create a mobile solutions showcase of the newest key networking solutions for the commercial market. You can experience exciting interactive technology demonstrations designed to create a competitive advantage, maximize productivity and ROI, enhance customer care and loyalty, increase user satisfaction, and reduce operation costs.
About Inacom Information Systems: Inacom Information Systems is a premier provider of integrated voice, data, document management, and web solutions throughout the Delmarva region. Inacom is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, Cisco Systems Select Certified Partner, HP Business Partner & Warranty Repair Center, Avaya Diamond Level Business Partner, and Symantec SMB Specialist.
For more information, contact Inacom Information Systems at 410.543.8200 or visit www.delmarvatechexpo.com.
This 6 hour event will allow local business and technology decision makers to explore many technologies that are being used throughout the Delmarva Peninsula. These solutions offer a high return on investment, allowing organizations to significantly boost profitability by reducing expenses and increasing productivity, even in a down economy.
“This year’s theme is ‘Save Green and Go Green.’ Delmarva’s businesses are actively seeking to reduce their operating expenses to improve profitability and to be better stewards of the environment. Every solution featured at the Tech Expo this year will help meet these objectives.” explains Travis Fisher, Inacom’s executive vice president.
An expo-style trade floor will feature product information and demonstrations from a number of the Technology Expo’s co-sponsors, including Sharp USA, Cisco Systems, Hewlett Packard, Avaya, Comcast, Notable Solutions, and Alarm Engineering. Sharp USA will provide event attendees with a keynote address on document management.
Breakout sessions on special topics include document management systems, web development and Internet marketing, network security, IP telephony solutions from Avaya, Microsoft software, internetworking devices from Cisco Systems, and IP security systems. One of the more popular breakout sessions is expected to be the Windows Office Communications Server demonstration, which offers organizations to extend their existing business telephone systems to the user’s computer desktop, adding rich presence features like video conferencing.
A special appearance will be made by the Cisco Systems Network on Wheels (NOW) van. Cisco will demonstrate their Call Manager Express IP telephone system, the MARS (Monitoring, Analysis and Response System) network security solution, and their wireless networking technologies.
To ensure adequate space for event attendees, registration to the Delmarva Technology Expo is required. Those persons interested in attending can find more information and complete their registration at www.delmarvatechexpo.com.
About the Cisco Systems Network on Wheels (NOW) Van: The Cisco NOW Van is a 25-foot mobile demonstration van equipped with the latest Cisco networking technologies. These vans have been enhanced and refitted to create a mobile solutions showcase of the newest key networking solutions for the commercial market. You can experience exciting interactive technology demonstrations designed to create a competitive advantage, maximize productivity and ROI, enhance customer care and loyalty, increase user satisfaction, and reduce operation costs.
About Inacom Information Systems: Inacom Information Systems is a premier provider of integrated voice, data, document management, and web solutions throughout the Delmarva region. Inacom is a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, Cisco Systems Select Certified Partner, HP Business Partner & Warranty Repair Center, Avaya Diamond Level Business Partner, and Symantec SMB Specialist.
For more information, contact Inacom Information Systems at 410.543.8200 or visit www.delmarvatechexpo.com.
Kohler Benefit
I just wanted to thank everyone who helped put together the fund raiser for Karl, Kevin and Karl II Kohler, I was truely touched by all acts of kindnesses and support shown during our loss. It is during a time like this that we learn how much our family and friends really mean to us.It was overwhelming to see the love and support shown to us. I know my sister is smiling down from heaven knowing how much she was truely blessed and loved to have such wonderful caring friends and family.We appreciate all your hard work, affection, and kindness to celebrate her memory and we'll cherish this forever. Thanks again for the many ways you've all helped during our bereavement.
Sincerely,
Lynne Jones
Sincerely,
Lynne Jones
Dog & Cat Owners BEWARE
Please tell every dog or cat owner you know. Even if you don't have a pet, please pass this to those who do.
Over the weekend the doting owner of two young lab mixes purchased Cocoa Mulch from Target to use in their garden. They loved the way it smelled and it was advertised to keep cats away from their garden. Their dog Calypso decided that the mulch smelled good enough to eat and devoured a large helping. She vomited a few times which was typical when she eats something new but wasn't acting lethargic in any way. The next day, Mom woke up and took Calypso out for her morning walk . Half way through the walk, she had a seizure and died instantly.
Although the mulch had NO warnings printed on the label, upon further investigation on the company's website, this product is HIGHLY toxic to dogs and cats.
Cocoa Mulch is manufactured by Hershey's, and they claim that 'It is true that studies have shown that 50% of the dogs that eat Cocoa Mulch can suffer physical harm to a variety of degrees (depending on each individual dog). However, 98% of all dogs won't eat it.'
This Snopes site gives the following information: http://www.snopes.com/critters/crusader/cocoamulch.asp
Cocoa Mulch, which is sold by Home Depot, Foreman's Garden Supply and other Garden supply stores, contains a lethal ingredient called ' Theobromine' . It is lethal to dogs and cats. It smells like chocolate and it really attracts dogs. They will ingest this stuff and die. Several deaths already occurred in the last 2-3 weeks. Theobromine is in all chocolate, especially dark or baker's chocolate which is toxic to dogs. Cocoa bean shells contain potentially toxic quantities of th eobromine, a xanthine compound similar in effects to caffei n e and theophylline. A dog that ingested a lethal quantity of garden mulch made from cacao bean shells developed severe convulsions and died 17 hours later. Analysis of the stomach contents and the ingested cacao bean shells revealed the presence of lethal amounts of theobromine.
PLEASE GIVE THIS THE WIDEST DISTRIBUTION!!!
Over the weekend the doting owner of two young lab mixes purchased Cocoa Mulch from Target to use in their garden. They loved the way it smelled and it was advertised to keep cats away from their garden. Their dog Calypso decided that the mulch smelled good enough to eat and devoured a large helping. She vomited a few times which was typical when she eats something new but wasn't acting lethargic in any way. The next day, Mom woke up and took Calypso out for her morning walk . Half way through the walk, she had a seizure and died instantly.
Although the mulch had NO warnings printed on the label, upon further investigation on the company's website, this product is HIGHLY toxic to dogs and cats.
Cocoa Mulch is manufactured by Hershey's, and they claim that 'It is true that studies have shown that 50% of the dogs that eat Cocoa Mulch can suffer physical harm to a variety of degrees (depending on each individual dog). However, 98% of all dogs won't eat it.'
This Snopes site gives the following information: http://www.snopes.com/critters/crusader/cocoamulch.asp
Cocoa Mulch, which is sold by Home Depot, Foreman's Garden Supply and other Garden supply stores, contains a lethal ingredient called ' Theobromine' . It is lethal to dogs and cats. It smells like chocolate and it really attracts dogs. They will ingest this stuff and die. Several deaths already occurred in the last 2-3 weeks. Theobromine is in all chocolate, especially dark or baker's chocolate which is toxic to dogs. Cocoa bean shells contain potentially toxic quantities of th eobromine, a xanthine compound similar in effects to caffei n e and theophylline. A dog that ingested a lethal quantity of garden mulch made from cacao bean shells developed severe convulsions and died 17 hours later. Analysis of the stomach contents and the ingested cacao bean shells revealed the presence of lethal amounts of theobromine.
PLEASE GIVE THIS THE WIDEST DISTRIBUTION!!!
MARYLAND STATE POLICE TO HOST INTERNATIONAL POLICE SOCCER TOURNAMENT
EVENT BENEFITS AREA CHARITIES INCLUDING FIRST SERGEANT TOBIN TRIEBEL MEMORIAL FUND
(Frederick, MD) – The Maryland State Police is proud to announce it will host an international police indoor soccer tournament that will bring police officers to Frederick County from all across the nation and more than seven foreign countries in an effort to raise money for area charities, including the memorial fund for a state trooper killed while off duty who was well-known for his civic activities.
On April 4th and 5th, the Maryland State Police will host the 14th annual Washington, D.C. Area Police “Stop the Violence” Futsal (Indoor Soccer) Tournament at the Linganore High School in Ijamsville, Md. More than 300 law enforcement athletes will compete in a weekend tournament competition that is expected to draw hundreds of supporters and spectators.
Teams scheduled to participate are from NYPD, LAPD, and police departments in Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Montgomery and Howard counties, the U.S. Secret Service and U.S. Customs. The Maryland State Police will have multiple teams, including an all-women’s team and a team from the Aviation Command.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Tobin Triebel Memorial Fund and the Washington DC Area Police Soccer Teams “Kids With Cops” program. First Sergeant Tobin Triebel was a trooper/flight paramedic with the State Police for more than 13 years before being struck and killed while jogging in November 2008. Triebel was an active community volunteer, especially in youth sports programs in the Frederick area. “Kids With Cops” is a community outreach program in which police officers assist underprivileged children and teaches them the game of soccer.
WHAT: ‘STOP THE VIOLENCE’ FUTSAL TOURNAMENT
WHEN: APRIL 4-5, 2009
WHERE: LINGANORE HIGH SCHOOL AT OAKDALE 5850 EAGLEHEAD DRIVE, IJAMSVILLE, MD 21754
CONTACT: Sgt. Jim Oman, U.S. Secret Service
Tournament Chairman 301-257-4872 CONTACT: Mr. Gregory Shipley
Office of Media Communications & Marketing
410-653-4236 (Office) 410-653-4200 (through Headquarters Duty Officer)
(Frederick, MD) – The Maryland State Police is proud to announce it will host an international police indoor soccer tournament that will bring police officers to Frederick County from all across the nation and more than seven foreign countries in an effort to raise money for area charities, including the memorial fund for a state trooper killed while off duty who was well-known for his civic activities.
On April 4th and 5th, the Maryland State Police will host the 14th annual Washington, D.C. Area Police “Stop the Violence” Futsal (Indoor Soccer) Tournament at the Linganore High School in Ijamsville, Md. More than 300 law enforcement athletes will compete in a weekend tournament competition that is expected to draw hundreds of supporters and spectators.
Teams scheduled to participate are from NYPD, LAPD, and police departments in Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., Montgomery and Howard counties, the U.S. Secret Service and U.S. Customs. The Maryland State Police will have multiple teams, including an all-women’s team and a team from the Aviation Command.
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Tobin Triebel Memorial Fund and the Washington DC Area Police Soccer Teams “Kids With Cops” program. First Sergeant Tobin Triebel was a trooper/flight paramedic with the State Police for more than 13 years before being struck and killed while jogging in November 2008. Triebel was an active community volunteer, especially in youth sports programs in the Frederick area. “Kids With Cops” is a community outreach program in which police officers assist underprivileged children and teaches them the game of soccer.
WHAT: ‘STOP THE VIOLENCE’ FUTSAL TOURNAMENT
WHEN: APRIL 4-5, 2009
WHERE: LINGANORE HIGH SCHOOL AT OAKDALE 5850 EAGLEHEAD DRIVE, IJAMSVILLE, MD 21754
CONTACT: Sgt. Jim Oman, U.S. Secret Service
Tournament Chairman 301-257-4872 CONTACT: Mr. Gregory Shipley
Office of Media Communications & Marketing
410-653-4236 (Office) 410-653-4200 (through Headquarters Duty Officer)