(Finksburg, MD) – The search is continuing late this afternoon in a Carroll County reservoir for a man who disappeared under the surface yesterday while swimming with friends.
Police and rescue personnel are continuing their search for Justin D. Oliver, 20, of the 4900-block of Wilkens Avenue, Catonsville, Md. He has not been located as of 5:00 p.m. today.
Maryland State Police at the Westminster Barracks were called at 5:43 p.m. yesterday to respond to the section of Liberty Reservoir off Deer Park Road near the Carroll/Baltimore County line. Troopers arrived with members of the Gamber Volunteer Fire Department and were told three friends had been jumping into the reservoir from rocks located in an area about one-half mile from the road. Two of the friends decided to swim across a cove about 100 yards wide. One of them made it across. The other, identified as Oliver, said he was having difficulty making it across and was turning back.
On his way back to shore, his friends said Oliver disappeared under the water. Both friends swam into the area to search for him, but were unable to find him and notified authorities.
A search of the reservoir was launched last night and continued throughout the evening. It included divers from the Gamber Volunteer Fire Department and searchers from the Maryland State Police, a helicopter from the State Police Aviation Command, and search dogs from Mason Dixon Search and Rescue.
Maryland State Police, Baltimore Police Department, and Gamber VFD dive teams searched the reservoir area throughout the day today. They were assisted by search dogs from Mason Dixon Search and Rescue and the Natural Resources Police, as well as personnel from the Baltimore Public Works Department and other Carroll County fire departments, all of whom were directed by a Maryland State Police professional search coordinator.
The search is expected to continue until this evening, when it will be suspended. State Police and search teams are expected to return with additional dive teams to continue the search tomorrow morning.
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Monday, July 19, 2010
CASA de Maryland Gets Political
CASA de Maryland, the organization funded by Maryland taxpayer dollars to help ILLEGAL immigrants, is venturing out into politics. Wait a second; I thought they were already “political”. They are, but now they will OVERTLY engage in partisan political activity.
Dubbed CASA in Action, the group sent out surveys to politicians in Montgomery and Prince George's counties and will endorse primary candidates who promote Hispanic causes.
Among the questions: Whether candidates support giving driver's licenses to illegal immigrants, whether English should be the official state language, and whether office seekers would push for more funding for Hispanic nonprofits.
"It allows immigrants and low-income people in Maryland to come together and express their political priorities," said spokeswoman Eliza Leighton.
Should this preclude CASA from receiving taxpayer dollars? NO! They shouldn’t have been receiving tax dollars before; but this twist really changes the playing field. While not illegal, Marylanders should ask if CASA is a responsible use of taxpayer funds.
Given that election judges cannot demand ID, or that county electoral boards cannot demand proof of citizenship beyond an individuals say-so, groups like “CASA in Action” have to make Marylanders seriously question the validity of elections.Organizers for CASA in Action expect to make serious political headway in local and state races, citing the "enormous unrealized potential of the Latino vote."
from Delmarva Dealings
Lost Dog UPDATE: Harley Has Been Reunited With His Family
Hey Joe,
My dog Harley was let out last night and hasn't returned home yet. He answers to Harley, or Lou.
He is friendly with kids and will not bite. I can be reached at 443-497-1533 with any info.
Thanks
Editors Note: I believe Harley lives off of Rt. 54 in the new development near Mardela. Mockingbird III Development.
States Attorney Davis Ruark Makes A Statement On The Emory Court Shooting
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Wicomico County States Attorney Davis Ruark stated today to Salisbury News that it "appeared to be a double homicide".Some have been trying to make comments implying they thought things would get better with a new police Chief in Salisbury. We ALL know who's trying to make those kind of comments, (JT) however, with a former Police Chief who claimed he didn't see a thing, while pulling Casey Tilghman off Rachel Polk, denying there were any Gangs in Salisbury, I highly doubt things are going to change overnight.
It took many years allowing things to get out of control to get to this point and it will take many more years to fix it. Yes, things are very bad in Salisbury. Now is the time to show any and all support, (no matter who the Chief of Police is) to help curb crime.
Having a Mayor who picks on the SPD first, reducing their budget and then allows a $900,000.00 Fire Boat to be purchased when the City clearly doesn't need it, nothing will change until the City gets their priorities straight.
Making stupid statements and pointing fingers at someone like me will NOT help curb crime in the City of Salisbury.
Facing it head on and doing what we can to stop it is the answer, or at least part of the answer. This Mayor and City Council need to act fast. Wasn't it more than a year ago Council President Louise Smith read a statement before a Council Meeting stating something must be done right away, then she reduced their budget!
Start using your heads when you vote next time Folks. People are dying. They're getting murdered. Sarah, Anitra, the list goes on and on. Innocent people are being killed on the streets and in their homes.
What do YOU think can be done to stop these murders?
Salisbury News Surpasses Average For The Day Already
While Salisbury News continues to grow, (and we've certainly seen incredible record days) today is by far the most impressive numbers we have ever seen.
Between crime being on the rise and local politics already in full swing, Salisbury News is clearly the leader when it comes to the "Go To" place for news and informaion.
I'm confident every one will enjoy tonight's 6 PM Broadcast with Michael James and every day for at least the next three weeks will be one surprise after the other, who's on tonight.
To those of you visiting who are new to Salisbury News, Welcome. We hope you enjoy the content we provide.
Jobless Benefits: It's The Economy, Stupid
Cutting payments could slow growth, bringing more job cuts
While the political debate over providing jobless benefits for out-of-work Americans has been divisive, the economics are pretty clear-cut. With the economy showing signs of faltering, cutting off checks to millions of consumers could slow spending, weaken demand, and put even more people out of work.
After two failed attempts, the Senate is expected to vote again Tuesday on a measure that would restore benefits for more than two million workers who have been laid off for long stretches.
Democrats have argued that with the long-term unemployment rate at historic highs, the government has an obligation to provide for people who are out of a job. Republicans have counterargued that at a time of unprecedented budget deficits, the government can’t afford to take on more debt. With the fall election approaching, polls show voters divided on the issue.
The argument is moot for jobless Americans, who want a job with a paycheck to spend.
“When demand is as slack as it is now the worst thing you can do is make it harder for consumer to make a purchase,” said Ross Eisenbrey, an analyst at the labor-focused Economic Policy Institute. “If you took all of the (unemployment) benefits out of the economy, you wouldn’t put anyone to work. All you’ll do is suck demand out of the economy and make it more likely that employers will lay people off.“
The House already has passed a bill to maintain benefits through November, at a cost of about $34 billion. The money would be borrowed, adding to the national debt — now roughly $13.2 trillion. Republicans have pressed to have that cost paid by shifting funds already approved for other stimulus programs.
"Everyone agrees on extending the additional unemployment insurance, but the Democrat way is to insist we add it to the national debt at the same time, while blocking Republican efforts to pass the same extension without the debt," said Don Stewart, spokesman for Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky.
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While the political debate over providing jobless benefits for out-of-work Americans has been divisive, the economics are pretty clear-cut. With the economy showing signs of faltering, cutting off checks to millions of consumers could slow spending, weaken demand, and put even more people out of work.
After two failed attempts, the Senate is expected to vote again Tuesday on a measure that would restore benefits for more than two million workers who have been laid off for long stretches.
Democrats have argued that with the long-term unemployment rate at historic highs, the government has an obligation to provide for people who are out of a job. Republicans have counterargued that at a time of unprecedented budget deficits, the government can’t afford to take on more debt. With the fall election approaching, polls show voters divided on the issue.
The argument is moot for jobless Americans, who want a job with a paycheck to spend.
“When demand is as slack as it is now the worst thing you can do is make it harder for consumer to make a purchase,” said Ross Eisenbrey, an analyst at the labor-focused Economic Policy Institute. “If you took all of the (unemployment) benefits out of the economy, you wouldn’t put anyone to work. All you’ll do is suck demand out of the economy and make it more likely that employers will lay people off.“
The House already has passed a bill to maintain benefits through November, at a cost of about $34 billion. The money would be borrowed, adding to the national debt — now roughly $13.2 trillion. Republicans have pressed to have that cost paid by shifting funds already approved for other stimulus programs.
"Everyone agrees on extending the additional unemployment insurance, but the Democrat way is to insist we add it to the national debt at the same time, while blocking Republican efforts to pass the same extension without the debt," said Don Stewart, spokesman for Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky.
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Wicomico County Sheriff's Office Press Releases
Incident: Malicious Destruction of Property
Date of Incident: 16 July 2010
Location: 900 block of Booth Street, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: 1. Male Juvenile, 8, Salisbury, MD
2. Male Juvenile, 8, Salisbury, MD
3. Male Juvenile, 12, Salisbury, MD
Date of Incident: 16 July 2010
Location: 900 block of Booth Street, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: 1. Male Juvenile, 8, Salisbury, MD
2. Male Juvenile, 8, Salisbury, MD
3. Male Juvenile, 12, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 16 July 2010 at 8:55 AM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded and met with an employee of the Wicomico Housing Authority in reference to the vandalism of an empty apartment in the 900 block of Booth Street. The worker had discovered that three double pane windows in the apartment had been shattered. During the deputy’s investigation, the bat wielding juveniles were identified as the culprits who smashed out the windows.
The deputy located all three juveniles and charged each of them on a Juvenile Referral for the Malicious Destruction of the Property of the Housing Authority. The Juvenile Referrals will be sent to the Department of Juvenile Services for adjudication
Charges: Malicious Destruction of Property
Incident: Theft of Motor Vehicle
Date of Incident: 16 July 2010
Location: 5000 block of Wastegate Road, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Linda P. Flemmings, 43, Parsonsburg, MD
Narrative: On 16 July 2010
at 6:11 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence in the 5000 block of Wastegate Road in Parsonsburg for a reported theft of a motor vehicle that had just occurred. While on scene, deputies learned that the Salisbury Police had located the vehicle unoccupied where it had been involved in a collision on Railroad Avenue in Salisbury. Personnel from the Sheriff’s Office and Salisbury Police were able to put together a description of a woman who was seen leaving the vehicle on Railroad Avenue.
Date of Incident: 16 July 2010
Location: 5000 block of Wastegate Road, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Linda P. Flemmings, 43, Parsonsburg, MD
Narrative: On 16 July 2010
at 6:11 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residence in the 5000 block of Wastegate Road in Parsonsburg for a reported theft of a motor vehicle that had just occurred. While on scene, deputies learned that the Salisbury Police had located the vehicle unoccupied where it had been involved in a collision on Railroad Avenue in Salisbury. Personnel from the Sheriff’s Office and Salisbury Police were able to put together a description of a woman who was seen leaving the vehicle on Railroad Avenue.
Based on the description, investigators identified the suspect as Linda Flemmings who was located in the adjacent neighborhood. Based on further investigation, Flemmings was positively identified as the driver of the stolen van.
The investigating deputy placed Flemmings under arrest and transported her to the Central Booking Unit where she was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, the Commissioner detained Flemmings on $15,000.00 bond in the Detention Center.
Charges: Theft of a Motor Vehicle
Incident: Assault
Date of Incident: 16 July 2010
Location: 7400 block of Gumboro Road, Pittsville, MD
Suspect: Frederick T. Toomey, Jr., 37, Pittsville, MD
Date of Incident: 16 July 2010
Location: 7400 block of Gumboro Road, Pittsville, MD
Suspect: Frederick T. Toomey, Jr., 37, Pittsville, MD
Narrative: On 16 July 2010 at 10:43 PM, deputies from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported altercation occurring inside a residence in the 7400 block of Gumboro Road in Pittsville. Upon arrival, the deputies met with a female victim who advised that her boyfriend, Frederick Toomey and herself became involved in a verbal altercation that became physical. The victim stated that the altercation escalated to a physical attack by Toomey on her, which culminated in Toomey grabbing her by the neck and threatening to kill her. The investigating deputy observed signs of physical injury on the victim that corroborated her account.
Frederick Toomey was placed under arrest and transported to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Toomey was detained by the Commissioner in the Detention Center in lieu of $25,000.00 bond.
Charges: Assault 2nd degree
Incident: Possession of Marijuana
Date of Incident: 16 July 2010
Location: N. Division Street, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Rodney D. Purnell Sr., 44, Salisbury, MD
Date of Incident: 16 July 2010
Location: N. Division Street, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Rodney D. Purnell Sr., 44, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 16 July 2010 at 11:35 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office stopped a vehicle operated by Rodney Purnell at the intersection of N. Division Street and Baltimore Avenue in Salisbury. During the encounter with Purnell, the deputy discovered that Purnell was in possession of a baggie of what the deputy recognized as marijuana.
The deputy placed Purnell 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, Purnell was detained by the Commissioner in the Detention Center in lieu of $10,000.00 bond.
Charges: Possession of Marijuana
Incident: Theft
Date of Incident: 17 July 2010
Location: 900 block of West Road, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Duronte E. Jones, 21, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 17 July 2010 at 6:55 PM, a deputy stopped a subject riding a motor scooter in the 900 block of West Road for a traffic violation. During the stop, the deputy discovered that the scooter ridden by Duronte Jones had been reported stolen through the Ocean City Police Department.
The deputy placed Jones 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, Jones was released by the Commissioner on Personal Recognizance.
Charges: Theft over $1,000.00
Incident: Disorderly Conduct
Date of Incident: 17 July 2010
Location: Emerson Avenue, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: 1. Male Juvenile, 16, Salisbury, MD
2. Male Juvenile, 13, Salisbury, MD
3. Male Juvenile, 15, Salisbury, MD
4. Male Juvenile, 16, Salisbury, MD
Date of Incident: 17 July 2010
Location: Emerson Avenue, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: 1. Male Juvenile, 16, Salisbury, MD
2. Male Juvenile, 13, Salisbury, MD
3. Male Juvenile, 15, Salisbury, MD
4. Male Juvenile, 16, Salisbury, MD
Narrative: On 17 July 2010 at 10:22 PM, deputies from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported large and disorderly crowd estimated at approximately 150 plus in front of the Knights of Columbus home in the 1500 block of Emerson Avenue. It was apparent to the responding deputies that the crowd was creating a disturbance in the neighborhood.
Deputies managed to clear the crowd and encourage the mostly juvenile crowd to disperse, but many of the subjects walked in the roadway and disrupted vehicular traffic while being disorderly. When the crowd reached the end of Emerson Avenue, one of the subjects threw something at one of the deputies which ended up striking one of the patrol cars. That juvenile was detained by a deputy which caused other subjects in the crowd to increase their belligerence towards the deputies.
Deputies, with the assistance of Salisbury Police Officers and Maryland State Troopers, arrested four of the disorderly juveniles. All four of the juveniles resisted the efforts of law enforcement to taken them into custody. Most of the rest of the crowd began to run away.
The four juveniles were transported to the Sheriff’s Office and charged on a juvenile referral before being released to guardians. The juvenile referrals will be sent to the Department of Juvenile Services for Adjudication.
Charges: Disturbing the Peace, Failure to Obey, Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest
Surgeon General Koop Urges No Vote On Kagan Based On Abortion Manipulation
Washington, DC (LifeNews.com) -- Former Surgeon General C. Everett Koop has written an extensive letter to members of the Senate calling for a no vote on the Supreme Court nomination of Elena Kagan. The letter focuses attention on the Clinton administration memos Kagan authored showing her attempting to manipulate abortion opinion.
Specifically, Koop refers to the ways in which Kagan influenced the language of a 1997 statement by American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists on partial-birth abortions.
Whereas ACOG found no occasion in which the three-day-long abortion procedure is medically necessary for women, Kagan pressured ACOG to include language saying there may be instances where it is and the Supreme Court eventually relied on that language to overturn state bans on the abortion procedure.
That eventually kept partial-birth abortions legal for several years longer until the Supreme Court reversed itself when considering a national ban Congress approved with medical findings that partial-birth abortions are medically unnecessary.
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Specifically, Koop refers to the ways in which Kagan influenced the language of a 1997 statement by American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists on partial-birth abortions.
Whereas ACOG found no occasion in which the three-day-long abortion procedure is medically necessary for women, Kagan pressured ACOG to include language saying there may be instances where it is and the Supreme Court eventually relied on that language to overturn state bans on the abortion procedure.
That eventually kept partial-birth abortions legal for several years longer until the Supreme Court reversed itself when considering a national ban Congress approved with medical findings that partial-birth abortions are medically unnecessary.
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GOVERNOR O'MALLEY AND LT. GOVERNOR BROWNTO CAMPAIGN AT PRINCE GEORGE'S METRO STATIONSAND TAWES CLAMBAKE
Baltimore, MD (July 19, 2010) -- Martin O'Malley and Anthony Brown will meet with Prince George's county residents as they campaign at Prince George's metro stations this week.
Governor O'Malley and Lt. Governor Brown will visit New Carrollton and Addison Road-Seat Pleasant metro stops this week as they campaign to move Maryland forward. Last year, Governor O'Malley joined with dozens of supporters to announce his plan to build the purple line from New Carrollton to Bethesda.
Governor O'Malley and Lt. Governor Brown will also be visiting the 34th Annual J. Millard Tawes Clambake on Wednesday.
Wednesday July 21, 2010
8:00AM: Governor O'Malley to meet metro riders at New Carrollton Metro Station
1:45PM: Governor O'Malley and Lt. Governor Brown to join supporters at the 34th Annual J. Millard Tawes Clambake
Thursday July 22, 2010
7:45AM: Lt. Governor Brown to meet metro riders at Addison Road-Seat Pleasant Metro Stop
Don't Miss Our 6 PM News Broadcast Tonight
Meet Maryland State Senate Candidate Michael James tonight at 6 PM.
Tax Relief For Farmers
"Hi Joe:
My wife and I own approx 142 acres of farmland and woodland on Little Lane. Our taxes on this acreage was $299.73 or $2.11 per acre. I know farming is a hard and risky business but I feel the taxes on this acreage is low enough. The taxes on our farmhouse and outbuildings is approx $1701.00 per year and I don't want other County residents to feel they are subsiding me by exempting my dwelling from tax. We use County resources like schools, roads, fire protection, etc--I want to pay my fair share. One of comments on your blog regarding this said the tax reduction would compensate for the loss of value of down zoning. PLEASE--Does the person who made that comment think I would be satisfied saving $1,700 a year for the value of my development rights on 142 acres?!"
Bob
My wife and I own approx 142 acres of farmland and woodland on Little Lane. Our taxes on this acreage was $299.73 or $2.11 per acre. I know farming is a hard and risky business but I feel the taxes on this acreage is low enough. The taxes on our farmhouse and outbuildings is approx $1701.00 per year and I don't want other County residents to feel they are subsiding me by exempting my dwelling from tax. We use County resources like schools, roads, fire protection, etc--I want to pay my fair share. One of comments on your blog regarding this said the tax reduction would compensate for the loss of value of down zoning. PLEASE--Does the person who made that comment think I would be satisfied saving $1,700 a year for the value of my development rights on 142 acres?!"
Bob
Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Press Release
On July 16th, 2010, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the Worcester County Sheriff's Office responded to a reported robbery in a vehicle at the Route 50 and Glen Riddle, Berlin, Maryland. Upon arrival, Deputies met with the victim who indicated that while riding in a vehicle, two occupants of the vehicle demanded his money, cell phone and keys. Deputies were able to determine the suspect’s identity as, Robert William Merryman, age 22 Of Berlin, Maryland
Shortly after the robbery Deputies located and arrested Mr. Merryman for the robbery. The investigation continues. Anyone with information is asked to call the Worcester County Sheriff's Office at 410-632-1111.
Mr. Merryman was charged with 1st Degree Robbery/ 1st and 2nd Degree Assault and held at the Worcester County Jail on bond.
On July 12, 2010 at 0326 hours, Worcester County Dispatch received a call in reference to a person being held against their will, in the area of west bound Ocean Gateway (Route 50) near Holly Grove Road, Berlin, Worcester County, Maryland. Deputies responded to the area to attempt to locate the vehicle.
While en-route Dispatch gave update information the caller was behind a vehicle where the caller’s daughter had been kidnapped and was being held at gun point in the car.
A Berlin Police Department unit then observed the vehicle at Rt 452, Berlin, Maryland and with the assistance of the Deputies, initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle. A male driver, Identified as Walter Shane Ahrens age 22, was removed from the vehicle. During the investigation, Deputies located suspected controlled dangerous substance in the vehicle as well as paraphernalia. Deputies placed Ahrens under arrest for possession of a controlled dangerous substance. It was later determined that the female has not been held against her will or kidnapped. Mr. Ahrens was charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance and released pending trial.
Shortly after the robbery Deputies located and arrested Mr. Merryman for the robbery. The investigation continues. Anyone with information is asked to call the Worcester County Sheriff's Office at 410-632-1111.
Mr. Merryman was charged with 1st Degree Robbery/ 1st and 2nd Degree Assault and held at the Worcester County Jail on bond.
On July 12, 2010 at 0326 hours, Worcester County Dispatch received a call in reference to a person being held against their will, in the area of west bound Ocean Gateway (Route 50) near Holly Grove Road, Berlin, Worcester County, Maryland. Deputies responded to the area to attempt to locate the vehicle.
While en-route Dispatch gave update information the caller was behind a vehicle where the caller’s daughter had been kidnapped and was being held at gun point in the car.
A Berlin Police Department unit then observed the vehicle at Rt 452, Berlin, Maryland and with the assistance of the Deputies, initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle. A male driver, Identified as Walter Shane Ahrens age 22, was removed from the vehicle. During the investigation, Deputies located suspected controlled dangerous substance in the vehicle as well as paraphernalia. Deputies placed Ahrens under arrest for possession of a controlled dangerous substance. It was later determined that the female has not been held against her will or kidnapped. Mr. Ahrens was charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance and released pending trial.
FIVE GUYS NOW OPEN
Five Guys Burgers & Fries now open as of 11am today! Located at White Marlin Mall between Marshall's & Michael's.
I personally went there at noon today with the husband. Ordered, ate, and out the door in less than 30 minutes. The food was consistent with 65th St and Rehobeth restaurants. Burger was fresh, hot and juicy. Fries were crisp and not greasy.
Anyone else go today? Tell me what you thought...
I personally went there at noon today with the husband. Ordered, ate, and out the door in less than 30 minutes. The food was consistent with 65th St and Rehobeth restaurants. Burger was fresh, hot and juicy. Fries were crisp and not greasy.
Anyone else go today? Tell me what you thought...
Facebook About To Reach 500 Million Members
Social networking site now most visited on the Internet
Facebook is expected to announce that it has reached the 500 million user mark this week. That's half a billion people in just six years.
It seems like only yesterday Facebook was a students-only site birthed from a Harvard University dorm room. Now it's the most visited site on the Internet and a multibillion-dollar empire.
Putting the half-billion-member-mark in perspective, The Washington Post reports that "the population inhabiting Facebook now equals that of the United States, Japan and Germany combined. Or, two Mexicos and a Brazil."
In an interview with All Things Digital, Randi Zuckerberg, Facebook's marketing director, said that the site plans to celebrate its milestone with "Facebook Stories," a collection of real-life blurbs from Facebook users about how the social networking site has impacted their lives.
"As we anticipated our 500-million milestone, and we wanted to find a different way to announce and celebrate it. In the past, it's been all about the numbers and milestones, and we realized we had never taken the opportunity to celebrate users," Zuckerberg said.
GO HERE to read more.
Facebook is expected to announce that it has reached the 500 million user mark this week. That's half a billion people in just six years.
It seems like only yesterday Facebook was a students-only site birthed from a Harvard University dorm room. Now it's the most visited site on the Internet and a multibillion-dollar empire.
Putting the half-billion-member-mark in perspective, The Washington Post reports that "the population inhabiting Facebook now equals that of the United States, Japan and Germany combined. Or, two Mexicos and a Brazil."
In an interview with All Things Digital, Randi Zuckerberg, Facebook's marketing director, said that the site plans to celebrate its milestone with "Facebook Stories," a collection of real-life blurbs from Facebook users about how the social networking site has impacted their lives.
"As we anticipated our 500-million milestone, and we wanted to find a different way to announce and celebrate it. In the past, it's been all about the numbers and milestones, and we realized we had never taken the opportunity to celebrate users," Zuckerberg said.
GO HERE to read more.
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POLLITT NOMINATES SPECIAL INTEREST PERSONS TO PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION
At tomorrow’s Wicomico County Council meeting, Rick Pollitt will ask for confirmation of two new members on the Commission who have special interests in zoning and development. One person currently works for the “Eastern Shore Land Conservancy” and the other is actively involved in development. These persons have overriding conflicts, if not activist personal agendas. Neither should be confirmed.
Update On Emery Court
On July 18, 2010 at approximately 6:55 pm, Officers responded to
510 Emory Court to check on the welfare of subjects. Receiving no answer at the door, the officers were able to make entry into the apartment with the assistance of facility personnel. Upon entry, the officers located two bodies, one of a black male and the other of a black female. These subjects have been identified as 26 year old Antonio Smith of Salisbury, and 31 year old Arlene Byrd, also of Salisbury. Smith lived at the residence on Emory Court and Byrd lived elsewhere in Salisbury. The circumstances surrounding the deaths are suspicious at this time and both bodies have been sent to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore, MD for an autopsy.
Anyone with information concerning this incident is asked to call the Salisbury Police at 410-548-3165 or to call Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776. Information may be left anonymously.
510 Emory Court to check on the welfare of subjects. Receiving no answer at the door, the officers were able to make entry into the apartment with the assistance of facility personnel. Upon entry, the officers located two bodies, one of a black male and the other of a black female. These subjects have been identified as 26 year old Antonio Smith of Salisbury, and 31 year old Arlene Byrd, also of Salisbury. Smith lived at the residence on Emory Court and Byrd lived elsewhere in Salisbury. The circumstances surrounding the deaths are suspicious at this time and both bodies have been sent to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore, MD for an autopsy.
Anyone with information concerning this incident is asked to call the Salisbury Police at 410-548-3165 or to call Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776. Information may be left anonymously.
BREAKING NEWS: SHOULD WICOMICO COUNTY FARMERS GET ANOTHER TAX BREAK?
Maryland allows for a very substantial property tax reduction for property that is used in agriculture, including woodland. At present that tax break does not apply to a home site, which includes that yard area that is reasonably related to a dwelling on a farm. Thus, on their homes, farmers pay at the same tax rate as other homeowners to fund the schools, roads, etc., that the farm families use like the rest of us. That’s only fair.
But, rumor is that the County Executive, Rick Pollitt may propose a special tax break for homes located on farms, so that the tax on them would be much less than on other homes of equivalent value in subdivisions, condos and elsewhere in Wicomico County. And those other homes would have to pay higher taxes to offset the lost revenue in order to maintain the same level of total revenue from the property tax.
What do you think of that special tax break?
Crouch: Is NAACP Blind To Farrakhan & Co.?
I do not think that the NAACP was out of order in asking the Tea Party movement to separate itself from the racists in its midst, but the famous civil rights organization ought to start by following the same suggestion.
During the great March On Washington in August of 1963, the Nation of Islam was not invited. Its members were not bothered because Malcolm X was to become a bit more famous by ridiculing the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and the whole affair as a meaningless piece of theater held in check by the almighty white man.
But by the end of the decade, the civil rights movement had fallen to pieces shortly after King's assassination in 1968. Black Power emerged and whites were discouraged from joining or attempting to join anything supposedly free of white control.
That was the point at which previously unacceptable racist cults like the Nation of Islam became acceptable. Those brothers and sisters must have been doing something right because the white man didn't like them. Hmmm. Shoddy thinking, but pervasive.
Many have now conveniently forgotten just what The Nation of Islam believed and why it was an offense to serious political engagement. Before falling out with the cult, Malcolm X clarified its beliefs as the Nation's most popular spokesman. His attacks on the cult seem to have led directly to his assassination, if we are to believe what Louis Farrakhan says in the film "Brother Minister."
According to the X-man, the Nation had taught him nothing but lies he felt compelled to repudiate. The Nation believed that the white man was a "grafted" creature made in a laboratory by a mad black scientist named Yakub. The loony scientist did the dirty deed 6,000 years ago, intent on destroying the world. "Mother ships" were circling the Earth and waiting for the cosmic order to rain fire on the United States, which was prophesied to burn for 777 years. And so on.
It would surprise us all if Ben Jealous, who now heads the NAACP, were to stop appearing as part of televised forums with Louis Farrakhan, such as the one Tavis Smiley organized last spring in Chicago.
Were Jealous and the rest disturbed and vocal about Farrakhan's presence, it would suggest some actual integrity of the sort we are not accustomed to hearing from "black leaders" and "public intellectuals." Racial complaint has become too lucrative a hustle, and a hustler must always remain true to the game. Principles never sell as well as slogans.
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10 Ways You’re Being Fleeced By Banks
Taxpayers are rightfully angrier than ever before about the state of the U.S. economy and the government’s handling of the financial crisis; perhaps even more so than the Colonists at the original Tea Party. After all, it appears that the only group benefiting during this painful slide into recession are the very people who caused the crisis — The Banks.
On the verge of bankruptcy in 2008, the banks are now once again making record profits and paying record bonuses, while nearly every other industry struggles to keep their head above water. The banks seem to have designed the system where all businesses and individuals are dependent on them for credit, and without new lending industry grinds to a halt. Given that banks can make risk-free profits by front running the stock market and selling $600 trillion of worthless derivatives for monster gains, there seems to be little motivation for them to lend money at today’s record-low interest rates.
Average Americans continue to be looted by this bank-controlled economic system through taxation and other more subtle ways:
GO HERE to see the list.
On the verge of bankruptcy in 2008, the banks are now once again making record profits and paying record bonuses, while nearly every other industry struggles to keep their head above water. The banks seem to have designed the system where all businesses and individuals are dependent on them for credit, and without new lending industry grinds to a halt. Given that banks can make risk-free profits by front running the stock market and selling $600 trillion of worthless derivatives for monster gains, there seems to be little motivation for them to lend money at today’s record-low interest rates.
Average Americans continue to be looted by this bank-controlled economic system through taxation and other more subtle ways:
GO HERE to see the list.
Salisbury Introduces A Dry Car Wash
With no water and a sign that is misleading, OASIS Car Wash remains stagnant without water. Council Members are bickering about what to do while the owner can't come up with the funding to pay back what it allegedly owes to the City.
Now, that being said, I want you to think about something here Folks. The City claims OASIS owes more than $200,000.00 in impact fees for the past two years. That's about $9,000.00 a month in water fees alone. Who in their right mind would pay $9,000.00 a month, (or expect to pay) just for water alone? Then consider what it cost to purchase the land, build the building, purchase the equipment and finance it all while still owing the City $9,000.00 a month on top of other major expenses.
I'm not suggesting it be free. I'm simply saying the City is driving businesses out of Town because of their stupid impact fees and quite frankly I think they're nuts. It was one thing to charge an impact fee when times were good but this is outrageous.
The Salisbury Zoo runs water 24/7 in exhibits that simply flows into ponds and right back into the sewer drain. They drain and fill the Bear Pool frequently and power wash it on a regular basis. There are fountains throughout the City that do the same thing, yet they conserve nothing. Wouldn't it be smarter to fill them up and leave it for the day, then drain them at night, clean them and fill them back up again for the next day?
If you're wondering why things are so expensive in the City, (water wise) now you know. However, the City's WWTP can only run at 50% most of the year after spending $84,000,000.00 and now an additional $50,000,000.00 to make it right. They have driven out numerous businesses because of their failure to properly run a business, (the City) and I have been preaching this for far too many years.
Something needs to change and the City needs business minded people to run it. Two Council Members filed Bankruptcy, proving they can't even handle their own personal finances. One Member refuses to step down in order to allow the City to move forward. Just what is it going to take before every one realizes its not working.
Perhaps the City is waiting for a Bailout, just like every other major business across America. Wake up and stop acting like fools. If you think things are bad now, I can assure you its going to get a whole lot worse, you'll see.
USSSA Eastern World Series Brings 85 Girls Softball Teams To Wicomico County
(Salisbury, MD) The United States Specialty Sports Association (USSSA) Eastern World Series for “C” and 16U & 18U “Open” is coming to Wicomico County this week, with play beginning tonight and continuing through July 25th. Over 80 girls’ softball teams, their families, friends and coaches are making their way to the Salisbury area for a week of intense softball competition. Their stay is estimated to infuse over $2 million into the local economy through hotel stays, shopping, eating in restaurants and more.
The World Series will officially kick-off with its Tournament Ceremonies, which are slated to begin at 5:00pm on Wednesday, July 21 at Arthur W. Purdue Stadium. After being welcomed by County Councilwoman Stevie Prettyman and USSSA PA State Directors, Jeff Moose and Jeff Kittle, competing teams will parade themselves around the field before enjoying an evening of fun activities, games and entertainment.
The week is not all fun and games though; tournament competition begins tonight Monday, July 19th with 5:00pm and 6:40pm games at the Henry S. Parker Athletic Complex and Winterplace Park. Pool play continues into Tuesday with games at 8:00am, 9:40am, 11:20am and 1:00pm. After Tournament Ceremonies on Wednesday evening, the week progresses with double elimination and full days of competition starting promptly at 8am.
The USSSA Eastern World Series brings the best of the best to the Eastern Shore. Each team has a chance to walk away as a World Series Champion. On a local level, both Salisbury and Berlin will be represented in the tournament.
For further information please contact Sports Marketing Manager Kate Roth at 410-548-4914 or katemroth@comcast.net
The World Series will officially kick-off with its Tournament Ceremonies, which are slated to begin at 5:00pm on Wednesday, July 21 at Arthur W. Purdue Stadium. After being welcomed by County Councilwoman Stevie Prettyman and USSSA PA State Directors, Jeff Moose and Jeff Kittle, competing teams will parade themselves around the field before enjoying an evening of fun activities, games and entertainment.
The week is not all fun and games though; tournament competition begins tonight Monday, July 19th with 5:00pm and 6:40pm games at the Henry S. Parker Athletic Complex and Winterplace Park. Pool play continues into Tuesday with games at 8:00am, 9:40am, 11:20am and 1:00pm. After Tournament Ceremonies on Wednesday evening, the week progresses with double elimination and full days of competition starting promptly at 8am.
The USSSA Eastern World Series brings the best of the best to the Eastern Shore. Each team has a chance to walk away as a World Series Champion. On a local level, both Salisbury and Berlin will be represented in the tournament.
For further information please contact Sports Marketing Manager Kate Roth at 410-548-4914 or katemroth@comcast.net
EMT Accused Of Ignoring Dying NYC Woman Is Killed
NEW YORK – An emergency medical technician accused of refusing to help a dying pregnant woman while on his coffee break has been shot and killed near a New York City nightclub.
Police say Jason Green was shot in the face near Manhattan's Greenhouse club Sunday morning. Green was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. There have been no arrests.
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Police say Jason Green was shot in the face near Manhattan's Greenhouse club Sunday morning. Green was pronounced dead at a nearby hospital. There have been no arrests.
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McConnell: Jobless Benefits Must Be Offset With Spending Cuts
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R., Ky.) on Sunday insisted that any extension of unemployment benefits be offset with spending cuts.
Remaining defiant after President Barack Obama accused the Republican leadership Saturday of obstructionism, McConnell told CNN’s “State of the Nation” that the administration needed to end its “incredible spending spree.”
“We’re all for extending unemployment insurance,” McConnell said. “The question is, when are we going to get serious” about the surging federal deficit.
Democratic senators are expected to try again on Tuesday to extend unemployment benefits that expired in May, following a failure to overcome Republican opposition last month. Republicans have called for the $34 billion cost of the legislation to be paid for by spending cuts.
Remaining defiant after President Barack Obama accused the Republican leadership Saturday of obstructionism, McConnell told CNN’s “State of the Nation” that the administration needed to end its “incredible spending spree.”
“We’re all for extending unemployment insurance,” McConnell said. “The question is, when are we going to get serious” about the surging federal deficit.
Democratic senators are expected to try again on Tuesday to extend unemployment benefits that expired in May, following a failure to overcome Republican opposition last month. Republicans have called for the $34 billion cost of the legislation to be paid for by spending cuts.
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Tea Party Leader Backs Proposed Summit On Racism
A leader of the Tea Party on Sunday called for a national “tea summit” to ease tensions over race in America.
In a face-off between the conservative political movement and the NAACP on CBS “Face the Nation” on Sunday, TeaParty365 co-founder David Webb said the head of the NAACP was practicing “selective racism” in calling on the party to denounce members that use racist language.
Webb, an African-American, accused NAACP President Benjamin Jealous of “playing the race card” for suggesting that fringe elements attending tea party rallies were representative of all members of the movement.
He also cited steps the party was taking in an effort to be more inclusive, such as planning an upcoming unity rally and expelling Tea Party Express spokesman Mark Williams for a letter satirizing the NAACP that Webb called “offensive.”
Webb also welcomed the idea of holding joint town hall meetings with the NAACP, recalling the meeting President Barack Obama hosted last July with Harvard University professor Henry Louis Gates Jr., who is an African-American, and police officer James Crowley, who is white, following an altercation between the two men.
“Think what it would mean to this nation if we would have an open forum and a real tea summit–instead of a beer summit–on race relations,” he said, referring to the Obama-initiated meeting between Gates and Crowley.
Jealous said he was open to the idea, but said the forum should address issues other than race. “There should be no debate about racism,” he said.
While praising Webb for speaking out against racism, Jealous called for other tea party leaders to “come out and say things nationally.”
Vice President Joe Biden said on ABC News’s “This Week” that neither he nor President Barack Obama believed the Tea Party was a racist organization.
“Elements that were involved in some of the Tea Party folks expressed racist views…but I wouldn’t characterize the Tea Party as racist,” he said.
GOP Sees Path To Control Of Senate
Democrats for the first time are acknowledging that Republicans could retake the Senate this November if everything falls into place for the GOP, less than two years after Democrats held a daunting 60-seat majority.
Leaders of both parties have believed for months that Republicans could win the House, where every lawmaker faces re-election. But a change of party control in the Senate, where only a third of the members are running and Republicans must capture 10 seats, seemed out of the question.
That's no longer the case. The emergence of competitive Republican candidates in Wisconsin, Washington and California—Democratic-leaning states where polls now show tight races—bring the number of seats that Republicans could seize from the Democrats to 11.
Democrats now control the Senate 59-41—after the death of Democratic Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, who was replaced by Republican Sen. Scott Brown—including two independents who usually vote with them. That means Republicans need 10 seats to take a 51-49 advantage.
Republicans would have to win virtually every competitive race to retake the Senate, without losing any seats of their own—clearly an uphill climb. The trouble for Democrats is that many trends are against them. Surveys show that Republicans are more motivated than Democrats to go to the polls, and that voters are looking for new leadership in Congress.
"I think there is definitely a chance" of losing the Senate, said Democratic strategist Gary Nordlinger, a Washington-based media consultant. "I wouldn't call it a probability, but there is certainly a chance."
"Republicans still have to [win] all the competitive races in order to get to a majority, but at least there are enough seats on the table to pull it off," said Nathan Gonzales, political editor of the non-partisan Rothenberg Political Report.
Leaders of both parties have believed for months that Republicans could win the House, where every lawmaker faces re-election. But a change of party control in the Senate, where only a third of the members are running and Republicans must capture 10 seats, seemed out of the question.
That's no longer the case. The emergence of competitive Republican candidates in Wisconsin, Washington and California—Democratic-leaning states where polls now show tight races—bring the number of seats that Republicans could seize from the Democrats to 11.
Democrats now control the Senate 59-41—after the death of Democratic Sen. Edward M. Kennedy, who was replaced by Republican Sen. Scott Brown—including two independents who usually vote with them. That means Republicans need 10 seats to take a 51-49 advantage.
Republicans would have to win virtually every competitive race to retake the Senate, without losing any seats of their own—clearly an uphill climb. The trouble for Democrats is that many trends are against them. Surveys show that Republicans are more motivated than Democrats to go to the polls, and that voters are looking for new leadership in Congress.
"I think there is definitely a chance" of losing the Senate, said Democratic strategist Gary Nordlinger, a Washington-based media consultant. "I wouldn't call it a probability, but there is certainly a chance."
"Republicans still have to [win] all the competitive races in order to get to a majority, but at least there are enough seats on the table to pull it off," said Nathan Gonzales, political editor of the non-partisan Rothenberg Political Report.
Two Time Champion Fernando Guerrero Returns Home To Salisbury
Fernando Guerrero won his second Championship Belt last Friday and returned home Saturday to a crowd of supporters, fans and press to welcome him home.
All smiles, (as usual) Fernando signed autographs, took pictures with fans and did interviews. He explained how he was a bit sore in the hip area from around 20 low blows. Other than that, he was just fine and happy to return.
His cell phone was ringing off the hook but he ignored it and spent time thanking everyone for coming out. Trainer/Manager Hal Chernoff looked far more worn out than Fernando did, that's for sure. Hal couldn't wait to get home and get some sleep. Its tough growing old, isn't it Hal!
Great job Team Guerrero and Congratulations once again. Fernando Guerrero is now 19-0.
Welcome To Salisbury Maryland, The All America City
For several weeks now I have been asked to please make a trip to the Salisbury Airport and take some pictures of the weeds growing everywhere. I thought, it couldn't be that bad, could it?
Well, when I went to greet Fernando at the Airport this weekend, WOW! I know for a fact that Mayor Jim Ireton personally went there last Tuesday to see Fernando off, did he not see what was going on there. Does this man not take any PRIDE in Salisbury. Oh, I know some might say this is a County issue but I know if I was Mayor of Salisbury I would have made a call to Rick Pollitt and said, look, you need to do something about this immediately.
Clearly this was not the case and or done and the Airport continues to look like crap. Can you just imagine all of the people flying into that Airport heading to Ocean City and this is what they get to see.
While I know funding is tight, a couple of bottles of Round Up and a few employees there who take pride in their jobs could take some time out of their days to at least spray down these weeds.
Think about it like this Folks. If a business as large as the Airport refuses to take care of such issues, it's no wonder crime is on the rise. No one gives a crap and I just can't see the City/County giving residents citations when they can't even care for their own property.
This is embarrassing, to say the least.
A Thing Of Beauty Right Here In Salisbury
While you might not expect to see such a sight right here in Salisbury, look no further than right across the street from the Salisbury Airport. Click on this image to enlarge it.
Eric Ludwig Gets News Signs
Eric Ludwig has been waiting patiently to get new signage on his front windows to let every one know there's a Barber Shop Downtown.
Late last week the signs were complete and I have to admit, Signs By Tomorrow did a fantastic job and Eric couldn't be happier.
The more we see Eric making such improvements, the more committed he is to that location and serving the public.
Bachmann Forms House Tea Party Caucus
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The House Administration Committee has approved Minnesota Representative Michelle Bachmann’s request to form a House Tea Party Caucus
Md. May Temporarily Lift Ban On Female Crab Harvest
COLLEGE PARK, Md. - After two years of heavy restrictions on crabbing throughout the Chesapeake Bay, Maryland officials are considering eliminating one restriction watermen say is particularly harmful to their livelihoods.
The state may lift the ban on harvesting female crabs from Sept. 26 to Oct. 4 this year, said Brenda Davis, blue crab program manager for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. The decision will be made by the department secretary and may come within the next few weeks.
Fisheries scientists have determined that because of increased numbers of crabs in the bay this year, the department may be able to make small adjustments to the 2010 harvest regulations "while still maintaining safe harvest levels," said Darlene Pisani, director of communications for DNR.
It's unlikely any other restrictions on crabbing will be lifted anytime soon, Davis and other state officials said.
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Fried Chicken, Krispy Kreme And Lobbying
Last December, a $500 donation could buy a ticket to a fundraiser that, the invitation said, would feature "Bojangles' Fried Chicken, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, And Mel Watt, of course! [1]" Two days later, Watt, a Democratic congressman from North Carolina, withdrew a provision from the House's financial reform bill that would have regulated loans from car dealers.
This event and several others have come under scrutiny by the Office of Congressional Ethics [2], The New York Times reported today. The ethics office sent donors and party hosts a formal request for documents [3] relating to a number of fundraisers for members of Congress in the run-up to the House vote on financial reform last December.
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States Fail To Report Disciplined Caregivers To Federal Database
Hundreds of state agencies have failed to tell the federal government about health professionals they disciplined, ProPublica has learned, meaning frontline workers who have a record of on-the-job misconduct, incompetence or criminal acts aren't flagged to potential employers.
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The Tea Party – Exactly What We Do Need
It seems that many of GOP “leadership” don’t think too much of the Tea Party movement. They didn’t have much regard for those of us who supported Ronald Reagan in 1976 either. Granted, it can be a fine line between nominating strong, conservative candidates and unelectable loons, but better to nominate a loon than keep supporting the same Do-Do’s that have turned the Regan Revolution into “borrow and spend” Dem-lite.
Trent Lott is mistaken. More Jim DeMints are exactly what we need.
from Delmarva Dealings
HIV Costs May Hit $35 Billion A Year, Group Fears
Nations need to focus on prevention to stop 'costly time-bomb'
LONDON — The International HIV/AIDS Alliance warned on Saturday that the annual cost of tackling the HIV epidemic could balloon to $35 billion by 2030 if governments fail to invest in efficient, targeted and cost-effective prevention measures.
On the eve of an international conference on AIDS in Vienna, the Alliance said the AIDS virus, which already infects around 33.4 million people across the world, was a "costly time-bomb" for families, governments and donors.
"For every two people who get treatment, five others get infected. At this rate, spending for HIV will rise from $13 billion now to between $19 and $35 billion in just 20 years time," Alvaro Bermejo, executive director of the Alliance, said in a statement.
International AIDS Alliance brings together AIDS charities and advocacy groups from across the world.
Bermejo said authorities running national AIDS programs around the world needed to increase HIV prevention by tackling the barriers that stop marginalized groups -- such as drugs users, prostitutes and gay men in some countries -- from getting HIV treatment and services.
If they targeted resources at those most affected they could "cut more new infections and still have savings to put into scaling up treatment," he said.
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes AIDS is transmitted during sex, in blood and on needles and in breast milk. It gradually wears down the immune system and can take years to cause symptoms, and has killed 25 million people since the pandemic began in the early 1980s.
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LONDON — The International HIV/AIDS Alliance warned on Saturday that the annual cost of tackling the HIV epidemic could balloon to $35 billion by 2030 if governments fail to invest in efficient, targeted and cost-effective prevention measures.
On the eve of an international conference on AIDS in Vienna, the Alliance said the AIDS virus, which already infects around 33.4 million people across the world, was a "costly time-bomb" for families, governments and donors.
"For every two people who get treatment, five others get infected. At this rate, spending for HIV will rise from $13 billion now to between $19 and $35 billion in just 20 years time," Alvaro Bermejo, executive director of the Alliance, said in a statement.
International AIDS Alliance brings together AIDS charities and advocacy groups from across the world.
Bermejo said authorities running national AIDS programs around the world needed to increase HIV prevention by tackling the barriers that stop marginalized groups -- such as drugs users, prostitutes and gay men in some countries -- from getting HIV treatment and services.
If they targeted resources at those most affected they could "cut more new infections and still have savings to put into scaling up treatment," he said.
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that causes AIDS is transmitted during sex, in blood and on needles and in breast milk. It gradually wears down the immune system and can take years to cause symptoms, and has killed 25 million people since the pandemic began in the early 1980s.
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U.S. Demands Action Over Seep Near BP Well
Government, oil giant clash over what to do next with capped Gulf gusher
NEW ORLEANS — A seep has been detected around BP's busted oil well in the Gulf of Mexico, causing new concerns about how well a newly installed cap is working and prompting the government to demand that BP step up its monitoring of the seabed.
Retired Coast Guard Adm. Thad Allen announced the seep late Sunday and made the demands in a letter to BP. He did not say what was coming from the seep.
Since pressure readings on the cap weren't as high as expected, the concern is that there is a leak elsewhere in the wellbore, meaning the cap may have to be reopened to prevent the environmental disaster from becoming even worse and harder to fix.
Scientists still aren't sure whether the pressure readings mean a leak elsewhere in the well bore, possibly deep down in bedrock, which could make the seabed unstable. Oil would have to be released into the water to relieve pressure and allow crews to hook up the ships to bring the oil out, BP and Allen have said.
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NEW ORLEANS — A seep has been detected around BP's busted oil well in the Gulf of Mexico, causing new concerns about how well a newly installed cap is working and prompting the government to demand that BP step up its monitoring of the seabed.
Retired Coast Guard Adm. Thad Allen announced the seep late Sunday and made the demands in a letter to BP. He did not say what was coming from the seep.
Since pressure readings on the cap weren't as high as expected, the concern is that there is a leak elsewhere in the wellbore, meaning the cap may have to be reopened to prevent the environmental disaster from becoming even worse and harder to fix.
Scientists still aren't sure whether the pressure readings mean a leak elsewhere in the well bore, possibly deep down in bedrock, which could make the seabed unstable. Oil would have to be released into the water to relieve pressure and allow crews to hook up the ships to bring the oil out, BP and Allen have said.
GO HERE to read more.
Tea Party Not A Racist Movement, Biden says
Comment follows row between NAACP and Tea Party Express over 'offensive' blog post
WASHINGTON — The tea party is not a racist group, Vice President Joe Biden said Sunday, though he believes that some of those involved in the movement have expressed racist views.
"Very conservative, very different views on government and a whole lot of things," Biden said during an interview broadcast Sunday on ABC's "This Week." "But it is not a racist organization."
President Barack Obama doesn't think so, either, Biden said.
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WASHINGTON — The tea party is not a racist group, Vice President Joe Biden said Sunday, though he believes that some of those involved in the movement have expressed racist views.
"Very conservative, very different views on government and a whole lot of things," Biden said during an interview broadcast Sunday on ABC's "This Week." "But it is not a racist organization."
President Barack Obama doesn't think so, either, Biden said.
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Obama Official Delivers Pro-Israel Speech, Hails 'Iron Dome'
A top U.S. State Department official said the U.S. has tremendously increased its defense aid to Israel in light of increasing threats the Jewish State faces.
The message was delivered in a rare speech on Friday by U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Andrew J. Shapiro. He said that U.S. President Barack Obama has asked Congress to allocate $205 million to accelerate development of the “Iron Dome” anti-rocket system – and that the House of Representatives has already done so.
One reporter at the State Department press briefing on Friday referred to Shapiro’s “Obama Administration loves Israel; please vote Democratic in November” speech. The Associated Press similarly reported that “the election-year message of increased U.S. aid to Israel seems aimed at assauging [sic] the concerns of many Jewish voters that Obama remains committed to Israel's security.”
"As surely as the bond between the United States and Israel is unbreakable, our commitment to Israel's qualitative military edge has never been greater," Shapiro said.
The $205 million for Iron Dome is “above and beyond the $3 billion in Foreign Military Financing that the Administration requested for Israel in fiscal year 2011,” Shapiro said. In 2010, he said the administration requested $2.775 billion from Congress in security assistance funding specifically for Israel, the largest such request in U.S. history.
The aid package, which is the most extensive in U.S.-Israel history, does not come without strings attached. “It is our hope that the Administration’s expanded commitment to Israel’s security will advance the process by helping the Israeli people seize this opportunity and take the tough decisions necessary for a comprehensive peace,” Shapiro said.
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The message was delivered in a rare speech on Friday by U.S. Assistant Secretary of State Andrew J. Shapiro. He said that U.S. President Barack Obama has asked Congress to allocate $205 million to accelerate development of the “Iron Dome” anti-rocket system – and that the House of Representatives has already done so.
One reporter at the State Department press briefing on Friday referred to Shapiro’s “Obama Administration loves Israel; please vote Democratic in November” speech. The Associated Press similarly reported that “the election-year message of increased U.S. aid to Israel seems aimed at assauging [sic] the concerns of many Jewish voters that Obama remains committed to Israel's security.”
"As surely as the bond between the United States and Israel is unbreakable, our commitment to Israel's qualitative military edge has never been greater," Shapiro said.
The $205 million for Iron Dome is “above and beyond the $3 billion in Foreign Military Financing that the Administration requested for Israel in fiscal year 2011,” Shapiro said. In 2010, he said the administration requested $2.775 billion from Congress in security assistance funding specifically for Israel, the largest such request in U.S. history.
The aid package, which is the most extensive in U.S.-Israel history, does not come without strings attached. “It is our hope that the Administration’s expanded commitment to Israel’s security will advance the process by helping the Israeli people seize this opportunity and take the tough decisions necessary for a comprehensive peace,” Shapiro said.
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Candidate Interviews 7 Days A Week
Considering Salisbury News has booked, (and even extended our recording days) so many Candidates for Interviews, we will be broadcasting one Candidate a day, 7 days a week for at least the next three weeks.
Each Broadcast will be shown at 6 PM. That means, if we choose to deliver a regular Broadcast of our news program it will more than likely come up around 3 PM Monday, Wednesday and Friday instead.
Voters will be more informed about Candidates than ever seen before. We will provide links to each individual so you can watch them over and over again, should you choose.
'Israel Convinces US With Credible Military Plan On Iran'
Have Israel’s efforts to convince the US to threaten Iran with a credible military option paid off? According to recent media reports, the answer might be yes.
Since the US pushed a fourth round of sanctions against Iran through the UN Security Council last month, Jerusalem has increased diplomatic efforts to convince the White House that for the sanctions to work, a credible military option needs to be on the table to scare Iran to reconsider its pursuit of a nuclear weapon.
An indication that this might have happened came in the latest issue of Time magazine, in an article titled “An Attack on Iran: Back on the Table.”
Written by Joe Klein, the article claims that in recent months, the US military’s Central Command has made significant progress in planning targeted air strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, some of which were deemed impossible to penetrate just two years ago.
According to the report, the progress was made possible by the “vastly improved human-intelligence operations in the region.”
Israel has reportedly been “brought into the planning process.”
Israel’s current strategy regarding Iran is to cooperate with the White House and at the same time to continue preparing its own independent military option. This dates back to the beginning of Barack Obama’s term as president in January 2009, when Israel warned against engaging the Iranians but eventually acceded to the new US policy, albeit while demanding that the talks be limited in time.
When the talks failed and Obama moved to the sanction track, Jerusalem again said it was in favor of sanctions but that they needed to be tough and crack down on the energy sector.
Now that the latest round of sanctions have been approved, Israel has been calling for the US and the international community to threaten Iran with a credible military option.
“Without this, the sanctions will likely not work,” a senior defense official said.
Since the US pushed a fourth round of sanctions against Iran through the UN Security Council last month, Jerusalem has increased diplomatic efforts to convince the White House that for the sanctions to work, a credible military option needs to be on the table to scare Iran to reconsider its pursuit of a nuclear weapon.
An indication that this might have happened came in the latest issue of Time magazine, in an article titled “An Attack on Iran: Back on the Table.”
Written by Joe Klein, the article claims that in recent months, the US military’s Central Command has made significant progress in planning targeted air strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, some of which were deemed impossible to penetrate just two years ago.
According to the report, the progress was made possible by the “vastly improved human-intelligence operations in the region.”
Israel has reportedly been “brought into the planning process.”
Israel’s current strategy regarding Iran is to cooperate with the White House and at the same time to continue preparing its own independent military option. This dates back to the beginning of Barack Obama’s term as president in January 2009, when Israel warned against engaging the Iranians but eventually acceded to the new US policy, albeit while demanding that the talks be limited in time.
When the talks failed and Obama moved to the sanction track, Jerusalem again said it was in favor of sanctions but that they needed to be tough and crack down on the energy sector.
Now that the latest round of sanctions have been approved, Israel has been calling for the US and the international community to threaten Iran with a credible military option.
“Without this, the sanctions will likely not work,” a senior defense official said.
MSP Press Release
DATE & TIME: 07/19/2010 @ 0025 hours
LOCATION: Spring Ave @ College Ave, Salisbury, MD 21801
CASE NUMBER: 1054006519
Incident: CDS Violations
SUSPECT:
Danial Mark Harrison Jr W/M 19yoa Delmar, MD
Joshua Eric Mumford W/M 20yoa Salisbury, MD
BRIEF RESUME: On 07/19/2010, at 0025 hours, a Trooper from the Salisbury Barrack conducted a traffic stop on the above suspect’s vehicle for speeding at the above location. During the encounter, the Trooper requested a drug sniffing K-9 scan of the vehicle based on criminal indicators. The K-9 handler indicated a positive alert for the odor of a Controlled Dangerous Substance. A search of the vehicle revealed two clear plastic baggies containing a greenish brown vegetable matter suspected Marijuana. Both Harrison and Mumford were arrested and transported to WCDC for processing.
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‘BIRDS FALL SHORT IN EXTRA-INNINGS THRILLER, 9-8
Shorebirds Play Crawdads on the Road Tuesday Night
SALISBURY, Md. – West Virginia plated two runs in the top of the 11th inning to salvage the final game of the series against the Delmarva Shorebirds, 9-8, at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium Sunday.
The loss for the Shorebirds (45-48) ends a six-game winning streak. The Shorebirds battled back from a 7-1 deficit, to tie the game, 7-7, scoring four runs in the bottom of the ninth before falling in extra innings.
West Virginia (39-55) second baseman Jarek Cunningham broke the deadlock with one out in the top of 11th by depositing a 2-2 pitch over the left-field wall. The Power added one more in the inning to extended to a 9-7 game before Delmarva’s second late rally fell just short.
Kelly started the inning with a base hit to left and came around to score on a one-out Tyler Townsend single up the middle. Then, with two outs Kieron Pope nearly won it for the ‘Birds with a long fly ball to right-center that was caught on the warning track by Jose Hernandez.
Alvarado (2-5) got the win with two innings of three-hit relief. Mike Williams worked the 11th for his second save of the season. James Brandhorst (1-5) took the loss for Delmarva.
Four Shorebirds had multi-hit outings led by Garabez Rosa’s 3-for-5 effort. He had two runs scored and a double in the loss. The Power were paced by Evan Chambers. He went 2-for-5 with a homer, triple and four RBIs.
Delmarva took a 1-0 lead in the first inning. T.J. Baxter started the inning with a triple off the wall in left field before Brian Conley lifted a fly to left with one out to score Baxter from third.
West Virginia broke the game open with six runs and four hits in the fourth off of starter Matt Hobgood and reliever Brian Parker.
First baseman Aaron Baker tied the game with a single to left that scored Cunningham. Two batters later, Left fielder Kyle Morgan ripped a two-run double down the right-field line made it 3-1 with one out in the inning. Back-to-back walks loaded the bases and Evan Chambers powered Parker’s pitch to the gap in right center to lengthen the lead to five.
Parker gave up a solo homer in the seventh to Chambers for a 7-1 lead.
Delmarva got a run back in the bottom of the frame on a Rosa double to right and a Luis Bernardo RBI single to make it 7-2.
With the game at 7-3 heading to the bottom of the ninth, Delmarva tallied four runs to send it to extra innings. Mark Baca started the inning on the mound for West Virginia and promptly allowed the first three Shorebirds’ hitters to reach on a single and two walks. After a strikeout, Ty Kelly singled to right field to make it a 7-5 score. That spelled the end for Baca, who was replaced by Gabriel Alvarado. Kelly then stole second to put runners on second and third. An Alvarado wild pitch scored Gary Helmick from third and Conley singled to left to knot things at 7-7.
The Shorebirds open a four-game series at Hickory Tuesday. Delmarva will send right-hander Brent Allar to the mound.
SALISBURY, Md. – West Virginia plated two runs in the top of the 11th inning to salvage the final game of the series against the Delmarva Shorebirds, 9-8, at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium Sunday.
The loss for the Shorebirds (45-48) ends a six-game winning streak. The Shorebirds battled back from a 7-1 deficit, to tie the game, 7-7, scoring four runs in the bottom of the ninth before falling in extra innings.
West Virginia (39-55) second baseman Jarek Cunningham broke the deadlock with one out in the top of 11th by depositing a 2-2 pitch over the left-field wall. The Power added one more in the inning to extended to a 9-7 game before Delmarva’s second late rally fell just short.
Kelly started the inning with a base hit to left and came around to score on a one-out Tyler Townsend single up the middle. Then, with two outs Kieron Pope nearly won it for the ‘Birds with a long fly ball to right-center that was caught on the warning track by Jose Hernandez.
Alvarado (2-5) got the win with two innings of three-hit relief. Mike Williams worked the 11th for his second save of the season. James Brandhorst (1-5) took the loss for Delmarva.
Four Shorebirds had multi-hit outings led by Garabez Rosa’s 3-for-5 effort. He had two runs scored and a double in the loss. The Power were paced by Evan Chambers. He went 2-for-5 with a homer, triple and four RBIs.
Delmarva took a 1-0 lead in the first inning. T.J. Baxter started the inning with a triple off the wall in left field before Brian Conley lifted a fly to left with one out to score Baxter from third.
West Virginia broke the game open with six runs and four hits in the fourth off of starter Matt Hobgood and reliever Brian Parker.
First baseman Aaron Baker tied the game with a single to left that scored Cunningham. Two batters later, Left fielder Kyle Morgan ripped a two-run double down the right-field line made it 3-1 with one out in the inning. Back-to-back walks loaded the bases and Evan Chambers powered Parker’s pitch to the gap in right center to lengthen the lead to five.
Parker gave up a solo homer in the seventh to Chambers for a 7-1 lead.
Delmarva got a run back in the bottom of the frame on a Rosa double to right and a Luis Bernardo RBI single to make it 7-2.
With the game at 7-3 heading to the bottom of the ninth, Delmarva tallied four runs to send it to extra innings. Mark Baca started the inning on the mound for West Virginia and promptly allowed the first three Shorebirds’ hitters to reach on a single and two walks. After a strikeout, Ty Kelly singled to right field to make it a 7-5 score. That spelled the end for Baca, who was replaced by Gabriel Alvarado. Kelly then stole second to put runners on second and third. An Alvarado wild pitch scored Gary Helmick from third and Conley singled to left to knot things at 7-7.
The Shorebirds open a four-game series at Hickory Tuesday. Delmarva will send right-hander Brent Allar to the mound.
A Look Back At Online Shopping As Amazon Turns 15
It seems like only yesterday Amazon.com was a cute little online baby, shipping out books from a garage and saying the darndest things, and now it's a 15-year-old teenager that sometimes sasses back and gets sent to its room. Time takes a look back at the online retail giant as it turned 15 on Friday, and the history of shopping the interwebs.
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We'll Give You Free Checking If We Don't Have To See Your Stupid Face
Bank of America introduced a new free checking account. The catch is you have to do all your banking without stepping foot inside a branch. If a teller has to deal with your nonsense in person or you request a paper statement, you're slapped with a $9 fee that month.
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New Bra
Dr. Calvin Rickson, a scientist from Texas A&M University,
Has invented a bra that keeps women's breasts from jiggling,
Or bouncing up and down, and prevents the nipples from
Pushing through the fabric when cold weather sets in.
At a news conference, after announcing the invention,
A large group of men took Dr. Rickson outside
And kicked the crap out of him...
Tea Party Federation Expels Group Over Racial Writing
Tea Party Express refuses to rebuke spokesman Mark Williams
WASHINGTON — The Tea Party political movement saw a major split over the weekend, with the National Tea Party Federation expelling a member group after its spokesman wrote an online post satirizing a fictional letter from what he called "Colored People" to President Abraham Lincoln.
On its website, the federation stated it had given the Tea Party Express, through direct contact with one of its leaders, a deadline to rebuke and remove spokesman Mark Williams.
"That leader's response was clear: they have no intention of taking the action we required for their group to continue as a member of the National Tea Party Federation," the federation stated.
Therefore, effective immediately the National Tea Party Federation is expelling Tea Party Express from the ranks of our membership."
Federation spokesman David Webb, interviewed Sunday on CBS' "Face the Nation," called the blog post "clearly offensive."
Williams, who said his letter was satirical, started it like this: "Dear Mr. Lincoln, We Coloreds have taken a vote and decided that we don't cotton to that whole emancipation thing. Freedom means having to work for real, think for ourselves, and take consequences along with the rewards. That is just far too much to ask of us Colored People and we demand that it stop!"
"Bailouts are just big money welfare and isn't that what we want all Coloreds to strive for?" he added. "What kind of racist would want to end big money welfare? What they need to do is start handing the bail outs directly to us Coloreds!"
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WASHINGTON — The Tea Party political movement saw a major split over the weekend, with the National Tea Party Federation expelling a member group after its spokesman wrote an online post satirizing a fictional letter from what he called "Colored People" to President Abraham Lincoln.
On its website, the federation stated it had given the Tea Party Express, through direct contact with one of its leaders, a deadline to rebuke and remove spokesman Mark Williams.
"That leader's response was clear: they have no intention of taking the action we required for their group to continue as a member of the National Tea Party Federation," the federation stated.
Therefore, effective immediately the National Tea Party Federation is expelling Tea Party Express from the ranks of our membership."
Federation spokesman David Webb, interviewed Sunday on CBS' "Face the Nation," called the blog post "clearly offensive."
Williams, who said his letter was satirical, started it like this: "Dear Mr. Lincoln, We Coloreds have taken a vote and decided that we don't cotton to that whole emancipation thing. Freedom means having to work for real, think for ourselves, and take consequences along with the rewards. That is just far too much to ask of us Colored People and we demand that it stop!"
"Bailouts are just big money welfare and isn't that what we want all Coloreds to strive for?" he added. "What kind of racist would want to end big money welfare? What they need to do is start handing the bail outs directly to us Coloreds!"
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Why Are Americans Such Babies About Going Green?
When it comes to green technologies, America has historically been a launching point for plenty of environmentally-friendly innovations -- the compact fluorescent bulb, wind turbines, lithium ion batteries -- only to eventually come up short and pass the buck onto other countries when it comes to implementation. So why are we so bad at going green?
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The Earthquake In Your Own Words
Check out how your friends and neighbors described Friday morning's 3.6-magnitude earthquake. The following descriptions were sent via e-mail to NBCWashington.com:
"We live in Harpers Ferry, W.Va., ... This A.M. came a rumble like a huge truck was coming through. The whole house shook. I heard trees crack. ... Quite an eye opener since I thought we were immune to that sort of phenom."
"We live in Germantown, MD and heard what sounded like severe thunder followed immediately by shaking of the house/walls. It probably only lasted about a minute, but it felt like longer. At one point I was wondering if a Mack Truck ran into the back of our house!"
"This AM in Knoxville MD I felt the 3.6 Earthquake. I am between 2 mountains along rt.67 about 11.6 miles south of Boonsboro. I had just woke and I heard a rumble and thought something had struck my house. I rushed outside with my flashlight as it was just prior to daylight looking for what I thought could have been a meteor striking my home. I have a split rock home and the whole house shook. I am 63 miles from DC."
"I live in the 4800 block of South Dakota Avenue NE and now realize that I think I definitely felt the earthquake. I thought it was a large truck at first and remember thinking, "Oh my, it's going to shake the house apart". It lasted much longer than the usual large truck passing and lasted about 3 seconds which may me wonder what it was."
"I live off Shakespeare Blvd in Germantown and felt the quake at approx 5.05am. it was what woke me up, and I jumped out of bed. A few CDs sitting on my table fell on the ground and my windows were trembling. Quite scary!"
"I live in Bowie MD and this morning a little after 5 I believe it was, I heard a noise like big squirrels running over the roof. The next thing the lamp and cups on the night stand rattled and it lasted for about 10 seconds. My wife is out of town so I was worried about how I was going to tell her that we have poltergeists and we have to get an exorcist in. What a relief to find out on NBC 4 that it was only an earthquake!"
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"We live in Harpers Ferry, W.Va., ... This A.M. came a rumble like a huge truck was coming through. The whole house shook. I heard trees crack. ... Quite an eye opener since I thought we were immune to that sort of phenom."
"We live in Germantown, MD and heard what sounded like severe thunder followed immediately by shaking of the house/walls. It probably only lasted about a minute, but it felt like longer. At one point I was wondering if a Mack Truck ran into the back of our house!"
"This AM in Knoxville MD I felt the 3.6 Earthquake. I am between 2 mountains along rt.67 about 11.6 miles south of Boonsboro. I had just woke and I heard a rumble and thought something had struck my house. I rushed outside with my flashlight as it was just prior to daylight looking for what I thought could have been a meteor striking my home. I have a split rock home and the whole house shook. I am 63 miles from DC."
"I live in the 4800 block of South Dakota Avenue NE and now realize that I think I definitely felt the earthquake. I thought it was a large truck at first and remember thinking, "Oh my, it's going to shake the house apart". It lasted much longer than the usual large truck passing and lasted about 3 seconds which may me wonder what it was."
"I live off Shakespeare Blvd in Germantown and felt the quake at approx 5.05am. it was what woke me up, and I jumped out of bed. A few CDs sitting on my table fell on the ground and my windows were trembling. Quite scary!"
"I live in Bowie MD and this morning a little after 5 I believe it was, I heard a noise like big squirrels running over the roof. The next thing the lamp and cups on the night stand rattled and it lasted for about 10 seconds. My wife is out of town so I was worried about how I was going to tell her that we have poltergeists and we have to get an exorcist in. What a relief to find out on NBC 4 that it was only an earthquake!"
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Short-Snouted Dogs Most Likely To Die On Planes
Bulldogs, pugs, similar breeds made up about half of deaths in past 5 years
Bulldog and pug owners, beware: Short-snouted breeds accounted for roughly half the purebred dog deaths on airplanes in the past five years, government data released Friday shows.
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Bulldog and pug owners, beware: Short-snouted breeds accounted for roughly half the purebred dog deaths on airplanes in the past five years, government data released Friday shows.
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Temporary Cap In Place — What Now For Gulf?
After three long months, the oil bleeding from the bottom of the Gulf of Mexico has been finally stanched. But in so many ways, the prognosis remains uncertain.
Emory Court Suspicious Deaths
On July 18, 2010 at approximately 6:55pm, officers responded to 510 Emory Court to check on the welfare. Officers were able to make entry into the apartment when no answer was received. Upon entry, the officers located two bodies, one of a black male and the other of a black female. The circumstances surrounding the deaths are suspicious at this time and both bodies have been sent to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore, MD for an autopsy. Names are not being released pending notification of next of kin.
Anyone with any information is requested to contact the Salisbury Police at 410.548.3165 or Crime Solvers at 410.548.1776. You do not have to leave your name.
Anyone with any information is requested to contact the Salisbury Police at 410.548.3165 or Crime Solvers at 410.548.1776. You do not have to leave your name.
Charles St. Shooting
On July 19, 2010 at approximately 1:42am, officers responded to the 300 block of Charles St for an Assault by Firearm. Officers found on their arrival, the victim, Troy William Wilson, 25yoa of Salisbury, MD face down on the ground in front of 318 Charles St bleeding from a head wound. Salisbury EMS responded and transported Wilson to PRMC-ER.
Witnesses advised that Wilson was sitting on the steps of 318 Charles St when a red Dodge Neon was observed driving on Charles St and stop in front of 318 Charles St. Several gunshots were heard and Wilson was observed to fall to the ground. The Dodge Neon then sped off but struck a parked vehicle. Three black males were observed exiting the vehicle and run in between the residences on Charles St.
As of this press release, Wilson was rushed to surgery and his condition is not currently known.
Anyone with any information is requested to contact the Salisbury Police at 410.548.3165 or Crime Solvers at 410.548.1776. You do not have to leave your name.
Witnesses advised that Wilson was sitting on the steps of 318 Charles St when a red Dodge Neon was observed driving on Charles St and stop in front of 318 Charles St. Several gunshots were heard and Wilson was observed to fall to the ground. The Dodge Neon then sped off but struck a parked vehicle. Three black males were observed exiting the vehicle and run in between the residences on Charles St.
As of this press release, Wilson was rushed to surgery and his condition is not currently known.
Anyone with any information is requested to contact the Salisbury Police at 410.548.3165 or Crime Solvers at 410.548.1776. You do not have to leave your name.
Homeowner Interrupts Burglary
Location: 100 block North Commerce Street, Kenton, Kent County, DE
Date of Occurrence: Saturday July 18, 2010 at 10:40 p.m.
Suspect:
Mark Bennett, 45, Kenton, DE
Resume:
Delaware State Police have charged a Kenton man with burglary and related offenses.
Troopers responded to the 100 block of North Commerce Street in Kenton Saturday evening after a homeowner interrupted a burglary to his home.
Bennett entered the residence through the front door sometime after 10:30 in the evening. Bennett did not realize the 40 year-old homeowner was home at the time. Bennett made his way upstairs and was leaving with some property when he was confronted by the homeowner. An altercation ensued between the two. Fortunately the homeowner was able to call police before he confronted the suspect.
Troopers arrived on the scene and assisted the homeowner with subduing the suspect. Bennett continued to fight with the troopers after they arrived. Bennett was taken to Kent General Hospital where he was treated for lacerations and contusions.
Troopers charged Bennett with Burglary 2nd, Theft, Resisting Arrest, Terroristic Threatening and Offensive Touching. No bail information was available at the time of this release.