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Saturday, July 10, 2010
A Letter To The Editor
John Phoebus vs Residents of Somerset County
Some persons, other lawyers no doubt, may believe that it’s perfectly fine to argue for something that would devastate a neighborhood, but it is astounding that attorney Phoebus would do this to residents of the district which he wants to represent in the House of Delegates. His client wants to have another borrow pit operation next to residential homes on Millard Long Road.
The zoning approval was appealed to the Somerset County Circuit Court, which has just sent it back to the board because Maryland’s environmental agency has not been contacted for advice. We still don’t know what the outcome will be. But imagine what the outcome might be if Phoebus were a member of the General Assembly, which approves the pay of the judges and funding for that agency.
It could be déjà vu all over again for the good old boys of Somerset County. Old timers recall the days when HP was "the man to see".
Some persons, other lawyers no doubt, may believe that it’s perfectly fine to argue for something that would devastate a neighborhood, but it is astounding that attorney Phoebus would do this to residents of the district which he wants to represent in the House of Delegates. His client wants to have another borrow pit operation next to residential homes on Millard Long Road.
The zoning approval was appealed to the Somerset County Circuit Court, which has just sent it back to the board because Maryland’s environmental agency has not been contacted for advice. We still don’t know what the outcome will be. But imagine what the outcome might be if Phoebus were a member of the General Assembly, which approves the pay of the judges and funding for that agency.
It could be déjà vu all over again for the good old boys of Somerset County. Old timers recall the days when HP was "the man to see".
HISTORICAL COMMENTS BY GEORGE CHEVALLIER
The Surplus StoreSince I was just your average boy in the 1950’s, I was fascinated with anything to do with war, guns and the associated paraphernalia that went with them. The Korean War had ended in 1952, and there were a lot of surplus military goods to be had. Salisbury did not have one of the big outlets as did Baltimore and Philadelphia. They had branches of a chain known as “Sonny’s Surplus”. They were huge stores and I am sure they had much more to offer than our little surplus store. Since none of us boys had seen a Sonny’s Surplus, we thought what we had was the cat’s meow.
I was solidly into my “cowboy” years and this was a whole new avenue for someone my age to discover. We all had our pistols and holsters to play cowboys and Indians, but this was a picture into the regular lives of real soldiers. Salisbury had our own surplus store, and it was a regular Shangri-la to boys my age. Even the smell was foreign to us. It smelled of far-off lands and adventures that we could only imagine. That place was Willie’s Fair and they sold only military surplus. Naturally your mother never entered a place reserved for the sale of such things that only men would understand, which made it that much more special.
Being always the practical one, I bought the “live bait” box pictured above. The price of fifty cents is still visible on it. It probably never saw any military action, but it was painted “O.D.” and came from that mecca of military memories – Willie’s Fair. O.D. actually stood for olive drab, but when Crayola made a crayon of that color and called it O.D., my sister and I proceeded to call it odor.
Willie’s Fair was located on E. Church Street on the corner of Records Street and the building is still there, although it is now used as a furniture warehouse. Just as the building is still there, so are the memories of those glorious days spent wandering the aisles, looking at all the gas masks, used uniforms, helmets and other goodies associated with the military.
I remember buying rubber balls there for nine cents. The man told me that they were used by the Navy for something. He wasn’t sure just what. They predated the super ball that became so popular with children but exhibited the same traits for which the super ball is known. They were about the size of a tennis ball and would ricochet off my front steps with tremendous speed. I used to play with one of those balls and my ball gloves for hours. It was good infielding practice.
I don’t remember when Willie’s Fair ceased operations, but they are listed at the 612 E. Church St. address in the 1961 telephone book. That was the year I graduated from Wi-Hi and I’m sure I had gotten over my fascination with war by that time and didn’t patronize them.
But to a 10-year-old boy, it was just the most intriguing place. I lived on the corner of Church and Truitt streets and walked the few blocks without the fear I would probably have today. Times change.
Black GOP Candidate Slams Obama For Exploiting Race
One of the GOP’s handful of black candidates for Congress condemned President Barack Obama for exploiting race for political gain.
Allen West, the Republican challenging Rep. Ron Klein (D) in Florida’s 22nd congressional district, sharply criticized the Obama administration for having allegedly declined prosecuting the New Black Panther Party on voter tampering charges for political reasons.
“For an Administration that promised a new era in race relations, Obama and the Democrats in Congress have demonstrated that race will continually be exploited for political gain,” West, who is one of two African-American Republicans running for Congress who survived their primaries, said in a statement.
West was picking up on a meme that’s made its way through conservative blogs in recent days, based on whistleblower claims made by a former Justice Department employee. Charges against the Black Panthers for their actions on Election Day 2008 weren’t pursued because of racial politics, the employee charged. The Justice Department says charges were dropped due to lack of evidence.
West drew on his own history with race to condemn the Black Panthers, as well as other black Democrats who he said had “remained silent” when he’d been called racially-tinged names during the course of his campaign.
“The die has been cast in this election cycle — Democrats and their liberal progressive socialist allies will continue to play the race card when it is politically expedient,” West said. “I demand an investigation of the New Black Panther Party and the placement of it, along with any extremist group, onto the Terrorist Watch List if warranted. If that it not done prior to my taking the oath of office as a United States Congressman, it will happen soon thereafter.”
Allen West, the Republican challenging Rep. Ron Klein (D) in Florida’s 22nd congressional district, sharply criticized the Obama administration for having allegedly declined prosecuting the New Black Panther Party on voter tampering charges for political reasons.
“For an Administration that promised a new era in race relations, Obama and the Democrats in Congress have demonstrated that race will continually be exploited for political gain,” West, who is one of two African-American Republicans running for Congress who survived their primaries, said in a statement.
West was picking up on a meme that’s made its way through conservative blogs in recent days, based on whistleblower claims made by a former Justice Department employee. Charges against the Black Panthers for their actions on Election Day 2008 weren’t pursued because of racial politics, the employee charged. The Justice Department says charges were dropped due to lack of evidence.
West drew on his own history with race to condemn the Black Panthers, as well as other black Democrats who he said had “remained silent” when he’d been called racially-tinged names during the course of his campaign.
“The die has been cast in this election cycle — Democrats and their liberal progressive socialist allies will continue to play the race card when it is politically expedient,” West said. “I demand an investigation of the New Black Panther Party and the placement of it, along with any extremist group, onto the Terrorist Watch List if warranted. If that it not done prior to my taking the oath of office as a United States Congressman, it will happen soon thereafter.”
Tape Of Alleged Racist Rant By Gibson Released
Male voice resembling actor's harangues on Grigorieva's appearance
LOS ANGELES — Mel Gibson is allegedly heard using a racial epithet and calling his ex-girlfriend a "whore" in a recording released by a celebrity news website Friday.
The two-minute recording posted by RadarOnline.com includes segments in which a voice sounding distinctively like the Academy Award-winner is heard telling his then-girlfriend, Oksana Grigorieva, that she is dressing too provocatively and that it would be her fault if she were raped. He uses the N-word at one point, and the recording is laced with his profanity.
GO HERE to read more.
LOS ANGELES — Mel Gibson is allegedly heard using a racial epithet and calling his ex-girlfriend a "whore" in a recording released by a celebrity news website Friday.
The two-minute recording posted by RadarOnline.com includes segments in which a voice sounding distinctively like the Academy Award-winner is heard telling his then-girlfriend, Oksana Grigorieva, that she is dressing too provocatively and that it would be her fault if she were raped. He uses the N-word at one point, and the recording is laced with his profanity.
GO HERE to read more.
How Long Is Too Long To Linger After Finishing Your Meal?
If you've dined out enough in your life, you've likely been on both sides of the waiting game...
You're the one standing at the front of the restaurant, scanning the room for diners who seem to be wrapping things up. Or you're the ones sitting at the table, finishing up dessert or sipping your third cup of coffee, even though people are waiting for a table.
You're the one standing at the front of the restaurant, scanning the room for diners who seem to be wrapping things up. Or you're the ones sitting at the table, finishing up dessert or sipping your third cup of coffee, even though people are waiting for a table.
Create A Different Password For Every Site And Never Forget A Single One
So many logins to keep track of. You can use a handful of strong passwords across all your accounts but if somehow one gets figured out, your entire networked life could be at risk. But by creating an easy-to-remember pass phrase that uses part of the website's name it its construction, you have a unique strong password for every account you have without ever even writing any of them down.
Atty. Gen. Holder Doesn't Want To Waste Resources Kicking Out Illegal Workers Who Aren't Terrorists
Perhaps the most frightening -- and shocking -- part of Atty. Gen. Holder's lawsuit against Arizona's new immigration enforcement law is his indication that it is a waste of federal resources to pick up illegal aliens simply because they are unlawfully taking a job from a U.S. worker.
Most Americans look at the terrible unemployment situation and assume that it would be a good thing for their federal government to be removing illegal aliens from their jobs in order to put unemployed Americans back to work.
But protecting U.S. workers apparently is a waste of government resources in our Attorney General's eyes.
Arizonans are understandably frustrated with illegal immigration, and the federal government has a responsibility to comprehensively address those concerns.
But diverting federal resources away from dangerous aliens such as terrorism suspects and aliens with criminal records will impact the entire country's safety."
-- U.S. Atty. Gen. Eric Holder in a press release
What is scaring Holder?
GO HERE to read more.
Most Americans look at the terrible unemployment situation and assume that it would be a good thing for their federal government to be removing illegal aliens from their jobs in order to put unemployed Americans back to work.
But protecting U.S. workers apparently is a waste of government resources in our Attorney General's eyes.
Arizonans are understandably frustrated with illegal immigration, and the federal government has a responsibility to comprehensively address those concerns.
But diverting federal resources away from dangerous aliens such as terrorism suspects and aliens with criminal records will impact the entire country's safety."
-- U.S. Atty. Gen. Eric Holder in a press release
What is scaring Holder?
GO HERE to read more.
Upcoming Fishing Tournament
1st Annual Eastern Shore Catfish Tournament will be held at Cedar Hill Park, Bivalve, Md. on 17 July 2010, Saturday .
Fishing will start at 8am Saturday and stop at 8am . All boats must leave and check-in at Cedar Hill.
First Prize will be 50%of total entry fees (5 heaviest Catfish) must be alive at check-in. Second Prize will be 40% of
total entry fees (single heaviest catfish) must be alive at check-in.
Entry fee is $90.00 per boat for 2 people. Additional people $25.00 each. Maximum of 4 people per boat.
24 hour fishing time.
For information or registration call 443-614-4080 Scot Disharoon.
Fishing will start at 8am Saturday and stop at 8am . All boats must leave and check-in at Cedar Hill.
First Prize will be 50%of total entry fees (5 heaviest Catfish) must be alive at check-in. Second Prize will be 40% of
total entry fees (single heaviest catfish) must be alive at check-in.
Entry fee is $90.00 per boat for 2 people. Additional people $25.00 each. Maximum of 4 people per boat.
24 hour fishing time.
For information or registration call 443-614-4080 Scot Disharoon.
Bob Ehrlich To Discuss Importance Of Cover Crops At Washington County Farm
ANNAPOLIS -- Bob Ehrlich will visit a 3rd generation family farm in Washington County on Monday July 12th to discuss the importance of cover crops in Maryland.
Since 2004, farmers have followed Ehrlich’s lead to improve Maryland’s land and water by reducing runoff and erosion.
In his first term, Governor Ehrlich doubled funding for cover crops to more than $8 million, thanks in part to his landmark Chesapeake Bay Restoration Act, a plan to reduce pollution in our waterways by 7.5 million pounds. Bob Ehrlich’s leadership left Maryland with a plan to nearly triple the acreage of cover crops planted by farmers and stop millions of pounds of pollution from entering Maryland waterways.
Maryland farmers plant cover crops in the fall, which absorb unused nutrients, prevent soil erosion, and protect waterways and the environment from pollution runoff.
Since 2004, farmers have followed Ehrlich’s lead to improve Maryland’s land and water by reducing runoff and erosion.
In his first term, Governor Ehrlich doubled funding for cover crops to more than $8 million, thanks in part to his landmark Chesapeake Bay Restoration Act, a plan to reduce pollution in our waterways by 7.5 million pounds. Bob Ehrlich’s leadership left Maryland with a plan to nearly triple the acreage of cover crops planted by farmers and stop millions of pounds of pollution from entering Maryland waterways.
Maryland farmers plant cover crops in the fall, which absorb unused nutrients, prevent soil erosion, and protect waterways and the environment from pollution runoff.
PUBLIC NOTICE
The City Council has scheduled an additional work session for Monday, July 26, 2010 immediately following the conclusion of the Council’s regular scheduled Council meeting. The work session will be held in Council Chambers (Government Office Building-125 N. Division Street).
Laurel Man Facing Weapons Charges After Domestic Dispute
Location:
32000 block Horsey and Everett Road Laurel, De
DATE and TIME:
Thursday July 8, 2010, 11:00 p.m.
Victim(s):
22 year old female of Seaford, De
Suspect(s):
Kyle L. Newman-19, 32000 block Horsey and Everett Road Laurel, De
Photo Currently not available
Charge(s):
Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony
Reckless Endanger First Degree
Resume:
Delaware State Police Thursday evening July 8, 2010 responded to the Laurel area to investigate a reckless endangering complaint. State Police during their investigation learned that during a domestic dispute a 22 year old female victim from Seaford had a domestic incident with her boyfriend.
The victim went to Newman’s residence on the 32000 block of Horsey and Everett Road Laurel to discuss personal issues. Newman during the argument became agitated with the victim and removed a long gun or rifle from his vehicle. Newman pointed the gun at the victim ordering her off the property. The victim immediately left the property and contacted authorities.
State Police have not been able to locate Newman however have prepared arrest warrants consisting of 1 count of Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony and 1 count Reckless Endanger First Degree.
Anyone having contact with Newman is asked to contact Police immediately.
Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be forwarded to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-333 3 or on line at www.tipsubmit.com.
32000 block Horsey and Everett Road Laurel, De
DATE and TIME:
Thursday July 8, 2010, 11:00 p.m.
Victim(s):
22 year old female of Seaford, De
Suspect(s):
Kyle L. Newman-19, 32000 block Horsey and Everett Road Laurel, De
Photo Currently not available
Charge(s):
Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony
Reckless Endanger First Degree
Resume:
Delaware State Police Thursday evening July 8, 2010 responded to the Laurel area to investigate a reckless endangering complaint. State Police during their investigation learned that during a domestic dispute a 22 year old female victim from Seaford had a domestic incident with her boyfriend.
The victim went to Newman’s residence on the 32000 block of Horsey and Everett Road Laurel to discuss personal issues. Newman during the argument became agitated with the victim and removed a long gun or rifle from his vehicle. Newman pointed the gun at the victim ordering her off the property. The victim immediately left the property and contacted authorities.
State Police have not been able to locate Newman however have prepared arrest warrants consisting of 1 count of Possession of a Firearm during the Commission of a Felony and 1 count Reckless Endanger First Degree.
Anyone having contact with Newman is asked to contact Police immediately.
Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be forwarded to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-333 3 or on line at www.tipsubmit.com.
Wicomico County Sheriff's Office Press Releases
Incident: Possession of Marijuana
Date of Incident: 2 July 2010
Location: 800 block of Cornish Street, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Tyaire R. Bright, 18, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 2 July 2010 at 6:50 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office tried to stop a 2006 Mazda Tribute that instead fled from the deputy in an attempt to evade apprehension. The pursuit ended when the Mazda crashed into a parked vehicle in the 900 block of West Road and the occupants then fled, with the deputy chasing them on foot. The deputy caught the subjects, Tyaire Bright and a 17 year old juvenile after they entered a nearby business establishment in what seemed an attempt to hide from the deputy. After the deputy took both into custody, the deputy then located marijuana that the duo attempted to discard inside the establishment.
The 17 year old juvenile was identified as the driver of the Mazda and Bright was the passenger.
The arresting deputy transported Bright to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, the Commissioner detained Bright in the Detention Center in lieu of $10,000.00 bond.
The juvenile was released to a family member pending adjudication by the Department of Juvenile Services.
Charges: Driving Without a License (Juvenile Only)
Attempt by Driver to Flee and Elude (Juvenile Only)
Possession of Marijuana
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Incident: Violation of a Protective Order
Date of Incident: 2 July 2010
Location: 1100 block of Kenosha Avenue, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Briece A Joynes, 29, Westover, MD
Narrative: On 2 July 2010 at 10:07 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported violation of a Peace Order. Upon arrival, the deputy learned that the resident had been asking Joynes to leave and that a valid Peace Order was in effect against Joynes.
The deputy placed Joynes under arrest and transported him to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Joynes was released on Personal Recognizance by the Commissioner.
Charges: Violation of a Peace order
Incident: DUI
Date of Incident: 3 July 2010
Location: Ocean Gateway at Hobbs Road, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Dana Marie Davis, 24, Delmar, MD
Narrative: On 3 July 2010 at 12:54 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office stopped a vehicle for reckless and erratic driving on Ocean Gateway east of Salisbury. Upon making contact with the driver, Dana Davis, the deputy suspected that Davis was operating her vehicle while impaired. After the administration of roadside field sobriety testing, the deputy placed Davis under arrest and transported her to the Maryland State Police Barrack in Salisbury for further testing. Once at the barrack, the deputy realized that Davis was not impaired by alcohol but drugs instead. A Drug Recognition Expert arrived and after further investigation determined that Davis was under the influence of drugs.
Davis was charged with Driving a Motor Vehicle while under the Influence of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and released on signature.
Charges: Driving Under the Influence of Drugs / Controlled Dangerous Substance
Incident: Violation of a Protective Order
Date of Incident: 8 July 2010
Location: 34000 block of Old Ocean City Road, Pittsville, MD
Suspect: Peter A. Olukayode, 46, Pittsville, MD
Narrative: On 8 July 2010 8:05 AM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence in the 34000 block of Old Ocean City Road for a reported violation of a Protective Order. Upon arrival, the deputy observed the subject, Peter Olukayode, sitting in a vehicle on the property. Upon making contact with Olukayode, he acknowledged to the deputy the outstanding Protective order that barred him from the property but informed the deputy he had nowhere else to go.
The deputy placed Olukayode under arrest and transported him to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Olukayode was released on Personal Recognizance.
Charges: Violation of a Protective Order
Incident: Handgun Violation
Date of Incident: 8 July 2010
Location: Old Ocean City Rd. Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Audie Murphy Hardy, 55, Cambridge, MD
Narrative: On 8 July 2010 at 11:39 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office stopped a vehicle operated by Audie Hardy of Cambridge, MD. During the encounter with Hardy, the deputy discovered that Hardy had placed a handgun in the center console of the vehicle. After removing Hardy from the vehicle, the deputy located a loaded 9 mm handgun in the center console that Hardy could not legally have in the vehicle.
The deputy placed Hardy under arrest and transported him to the Central Booking Unit for processing and an initial appearance in front of the Commissioner. After the initial appearance, Hardy was released on Personal Recognizance
Charges: Possession of a Handgun in a vehicle
Date of Incident: 2 July 2010
Location: 800 block of Cornish Street, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Tyaire R. Bright, 18, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 2 July 2010 at 6:50 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office tried to stop a 2006 Mazda Tribute that instead fled from the deputy in an attempt to evade apprehension. The pursuit ended when the Mazda crashed into a parked vehicle in the 900 block of West Road and the occupants then fled, with the deputy chasing them on foot. The deputy caught the subjects, Tyaire Bright and a 17 year old juvenile after they entered a nearby business establishment in what seemed an attempt to hide from the deputy. After the deputy took both into custody, the deputy then located marijuana that the duo attempted to discard inside the establishment.
The 17 year old juvenile was identified as the driver of the Mazda and Bright was the passenger.
The arresting deputy transported Bright to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, the Commissioner detained Bright in the Detention Center in lieu of $10,000.00 bond.
The juvenile was released to a family member pending adjudication by the Department of Juvenile Services.
Charges: Driving Without a License (Juvenile Only)
Attempt by Driver to Flee and Elude (Juvenile Only)
Possession of Marijuana
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Incident: Violation of a Protective Order
Date of Incident: 2 July 2010
Location: 1100 block of Kenosha Avenue, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Briece A Joynes, 29, Westover, MD
Narrative: On 2 July 2010 at 10:07 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported violation of a Peace Order. Upon arrival, the deputy learned that the resident had been asking Joynes to leave and that a valid Peace Order was in effect against Joynes.
The deputy placed Joynes under arrest and transported him to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Joynes was released on Personal Recognizance by the Commissioner.
Charges: Violation of a Peace order
Incident: DUI
Date of Incident: 3 July 2010
Location: Ocean Gateway at Hobbs Road, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Dana Marie Davis, 24, Delmar, MD
Narrative: On 3 July 2010 at 12:54 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office stopped a vehicle for reckless and erratic driving on Ocean Gateway east of Salisbury. Upon making contact with the driver, Dana Davis, the deputy suspected that Davis was operating her vehicle while impaired. After the administration of roadside field sobriety testing, the deputy placed Davis under arrest and transported her to the Maryland State Police Barrack in Salisbury for further testing. Once at the barrack, the deputy realized that Davis was not impaired by alcohol but drugs instead. A Drug Recognition Expert arrived and after further investigation determined that Davis was under the influence of drugs.
Davis was charged with Driving a Motor Vehicle while under the Influence of a Controlled Dangerous Substance and released on signature.
Charges: Driving Under the Influence of Drugs / Controlled Dangerous Substance
Incident: Violation of a Protective Order
Date of Incident: 8 July 2010
Location: 34000 block of Old Ocean City Road, Pittsville, MD
Suspect: Peter A. Olukayode, 46, Pittsville, MD
Narrative: On 8 July 2010 8:05 AM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence in the 34000 block of Old Ocean City Road for a reported violation of a Protective Order. Upon arrival, the deputy observed the subject, Peter Olukayode, sitting in a vehicle on the property. Upon making contact with Olukayode, he acknowledged to the deputy the outstanding Protective order that barred him from the property but informed the deputy he had nowhere else to go.
The deputy placed Olukayode under arrest and transported him to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Olukayode was released on Personal Recognizance.
Charges: Violation of a Protective Order
Incident: Handgun Violation
Date of Incident: 8 July 2010
Location: Old Ocean City Rd. Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Audie Murphy Hardy, 55, Cambridge, MD
Narrative: On 8 July 2010 at 11:39 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office stopped a vehicle operated by Audie Hardy of Cambridge, MD. During the encounter with Hardy, the deputy discovered that Hardy had placed a handgun in the center console of the vehicle. After removing Hardy from the vehicle, the deputy located a loaded 9 mm handgun in the center console that Hardy could not legally have in the vehicle.
The deputy placed Hardy under arrest and transported him to the Central Booking Unit for processing and an initial appearance in front of the Commissioner. After the initial appearance, Hardy was released on Personal Recognizance
Charges: Possession of a Handgun in a vehicle
State Police Investigate Magnolia Area Shooting
Location:
Unit block McKinley Circle Magnolia, De
DATE and TIME:
Friday July 9, 2010, 2:20 a.m.
Victim(s):
34 year old male, McKinley Circle Magnolia, De
22 year old female, River Road Capitol Green Dover, De
Suspect(s):
Unknown black male 1, description: 25-30 years of age, 5’08”, 140-150 lbs, dark complexion, displayed a handgun
Unknown black male 2, description: 20-25 years of age, 6’00”, 155-165 lbs, medium complexion, unarmed
No further description currently available
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Delaware State Police early Friday morning July 9, 2010 responded to the unit block of McKinley Circle within Magnolia Mobile Home Park, just west of the town of Magnolia on Irish Hill Road for a shooting investigation.
The crime occurred when a 34 year old male victim exited his residence accompanied by his girlfriend around 2:20 a.m. The victims were confronted by two black males one of which displayed a handgun wearing a mask. The masked bandit made a comment to the 34 year old victim which caused him alarm. The specifics of the statement are not immediately able to be released however appeared to be directed toward the male victim. The 34 year old victim ran from the suspects who gave chase and eventually struck the victim in the back of his head with the handgun. The victim fell to the ground at which time the masked suspect shot the 34 year old victim twice in the upper torso.
The injuries to the victim are not considered life threatening however he is listed in stable but critical condition at an area hospital.
Delaware State Police Troop 3 is seeking assistance from the public, callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be forwarded to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-333 3 or on line at www.tipsubmit.com.
Unit block McKinley Circle Magnolia, De
DATE and TIME:
Friday July 9, 2010, 2:20 a.m.
Victim(s):
34 year old male, McKinley Circle Magnolia, De
22 year old female, River Road Capitol Green Dover, De
Suspect(s):
Unknown black male 1, description: 25-30 years of age, 5’08”, 140-150 lbs, dark complexion, displayed a handgun
Unknown black male 2, description: 20-25 years of age, 6’00”, 155-165 lbs, medium complexion, unarmed
No further description currently available
Resume:
Delaware State Police early Friday morning July 9, 2010 responded to the unit block of McKinley Circle within Magnolia Mobile Home Park, just west of the town of Magnolia on Irish Hill Road for a shooting investigation.
The crime occurred when a 34 year old male victim exited his residence accompanied by his girlfriend around 2:20 a.m. The victims were confronted by two black males one of which displayed a handgun wearing a mask. The masked bandit made a comment to the 34 year old victim which caused him alarm. The specifics of the statement are not immediately able to be released however appeared to be directed toward the male victim. The 34 year old victim ran from the suspects who gave chase and eventually struck the victim in the back of his head with the handgun. The victim fell to the ground at which time the masked suspect shot the 34 year old victim twice in the upper torso.
The injuries to the victim are not considered life threatening however he is listed in stable but critical condition at an area hospital.
Delaware State Police Troop 3 is seeking assistance from the public, callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be forwarded to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-333 3 or on line at www.tipsubmit.com.
O'MALLEY-BROWN CAMPAIGN RELEASES "TOUGH CHOICES"
O'Malley's First Television Ad Focuses on Efforts to Move Maryland Forward Put Families First During National Recession
BALTIMORE, MD (July 9, 2010) -- The O'Malley-Brown campaign released "Tough Choices" today - the first television advertisement in this year's gubernatorial election. The ad will begin running on Monday, July 12 in the Baltimore media market.
"Tough Choices" focuses on the leadership Governor O'Malley has shown in protecting the priorities of Maryland families during the worst national recession since the Great Depression - including record investments in our schools, tax credits for small businesses, a partnership at the Port of Baltimore to create new jobs, and his efforts to cut government spending by $5.6 billion.
"Governor O'Malley cut $5.6 billion in government spending to balance the state budget. He's made the tough choices to make government work better and help our small businesses and families through this recession," said campaign manager Tom Russell. "He's cut spending and reduced the size of government. He's fought for new tax credits for small business, new jobs at the Port of Baltimore, more affordable college tuition, and historic investments for our #1-ranked public school system."
The ad highlights O'Malley's efforts to dig out of the $1.7 billion budget deficit he inherited and the billions in budget cuts he made to deal with the global economic recession. But the ad also focuses on O'Malley's work with small business to create jobs, students and teachers to improve our education system and icons like the Port of Baltimore to expand and grow for the future.
The ad can be viewed at www.martinomalley.com/blog/
‘BIRDS SQUANDER LEAD IN EIGHTH AND FALL, 4-3
Ty Kelly Blasts Third Homer of the Season
Lakewood, NJ – The Delmarva Shorebirds gave up two runs in the bottom of the eighth as the Lakewood BlueClaws came from behind to win 4-3 at FirstEnergy Park on Friday night. The series is tied at one game apiece.
The Shorebirds lit up the scoreboard for the first time in the fifth inning. Luis Bernardo ripped a one out single into right field. Mike Mooney then reached on the 34th error of the season by shortstop Jonathan Villar. Ty Kelly was then hit by a pitch to load the bases. With two outs, Tyler Townsend hit a soft chopper to the right side of the mound. Brody Colvin fielded clean but sailed the throw over the head of Jonathan Singleton, allowing Bernardo and Mooney to score.
Shorebirds starter Patrick Kantakevich departed after the fourth inning. He allowed only two Lakewood hits. The Rockville, Maryland product fanned six batters.
In the sixth inning, the BlueClaws trimmed the deficit to one. Phillies rehabbing catcher Carlos Ruiz hit a one out infield single. Jonathan Singleton walked to push Ruiz to second. After Leandro Castro struck out, Sebastian Valle hit a single up the middle to plate Ruiz.
The BlueClaws tied the game in the seventh inning. Adam Buschini hit a lead off double down the left field line. Then, two batters later, Jonathan Villar hit a triple to the warning track in right field to score Buschini. Nick Haughian was then replaced by Tom Phelps, who proceeded to strike out Jiwan James and pop out Ruiz to second.
The Shorebirds took the lead on the first pitch of the eighth inning. Ty Kelly drilled a fastball from new pitcher Ebelin Lugo over the right field wall. It was his third homer of the season and first since April 25th.
Lakewood scored two runs in the bottom of the eighth in take their first lead of the night. Singleton drew a lead off walk. After two outs were recorded, Singleton scored on a single up the middle by Stephen Batts. Then, Batts stole second and advanced to third as Luis Bernardo misfired into center field. Phelps then hurled a wild pitch, allowing Batts to score to give the ‘Claws a 4-3 lead.
Jordan Ellis came on in the ninth and finished the ‘Birds in order.
Ebelin Lugo picked up the win as the pitcher of record in the eighth while Tom Phelps was pinned with the loss.
Game three of the series will be contested on Saturday night at 7:05 p.m. RHP Bobby Bundy takes the hill for the ‘Birds.
Lakewood, NJ – The Delmarva Shorebirds gave up two runs in the bottom of the eighth as the Lakewood BlueClaws came from behind to win 4-3 at FirstEnergy Park on Friday night. The series is tied at one game apiece.
The Shorebirds lit up the scoreboard for the first time in the fifth inning. Luis Bernardo ripped a one out single into right field. Mike Mooney then reached on the 34th error of the season by shortstop Jonathan Villar. Ty Kelly was then hit by a pitch to load the bases. With two outs, Tyler Townsend hit a soft chopper to the right side of the mound. Brody Colvin fielded clean but sailed the throw over the head of Jonathan Singleton, allowing Bernardo and Mooney to score.
Shorebirds starter Patrick Kantakevich departed after the fourth inning. He allowed only two Lakewood hits. The Rockville, Maryland product fanned six batters.
In the sixth inning, the BlueClaws trimmed the deficit to one. Phillies rehabbing catcher Carlos Ruiz hit a one out infield single. Jonathan Singleton walked to push Ruiz to second. After Leandro Castro struck out, Sebastian Valle hit a single up the middle to plate Ruiz.
The BlueClaws tied the game in the seventh inning. Adam Buschini hit a lead off double down the left field line. Then, two batters later, Jonathan Villar hit a triple to the warning track in right field to score Buschini. Nick Haughian was then replaced by Tom Phelps, who proceeded to strike out Jiwan James and pop out Ruiz to second.
The Shorebirds took the lead on the first pitch of the eighth inning. Ty Kelly drilled a fastball from new pitcher Ebelin Lugo over the right field wall. It was his third homer of the season and first since April 25th.
Lakewood scored two runs in the bottom of the eighth in take their first lead of the night. Singleton drew a lead off walk. After two outs were recorded, Singleton scored on a single up the middle by Stephen Batts. Then, Batts stole second and advanced to third as Luis Bernardo misfired into center field. Phelps then hurled a wild pitch, allowing Batts to score to give the ‘Claws a 4-3 lead.
Jordan Ellis came on in the ninth and finished the ‘Birds in order.
Ebelin Lugo picked up the win as the pitcher of record in the eighth while Tom Phelps was pinned with the loss.
Game three of the series will be contested on Saturday night at 7:05 p.m. RHP Bobby Bundy takes the hill for the ‘Birds.
Child Hit By A Stray Bullet
Playtime was interrupted for an 11-year-old D.C. girl Friday night with the graze of a bullet.
The shooting happened at about 9 p.m. in the 4900 block of Meade Street NE.
The girl was playing Wii video games with other children when a bullet whizzed through the home and struck her in the hand, according to the girls grandfather.
Police have no suspects in custody. They are searching for two men who fled the scene in dark clothing.
The girl was rushed to a local hospital. She is expected to survive.
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The shooting happened at about 9 p.m. in the 4900 block of Meade Street NE.
The girl was playing Wii video games with other children when a bullet whizzed through the home and struck her in the hand, according to the girls grandfather.
Police have no suspects in custody. They are searching for two men who fled the scene in dark clothing.
The girl was rushed to a local hospital. She is expected to survive.
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