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Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Bob Ehrlich To Visit Rosecroft Raceway, Site Of 200 Layoffs
ANNAPOLIS – Bob Ehrlich will convene a roundtable tomorrow with Marylanders impacted by the closure of Rosecroft Raceway in Fort Washington, Maryland. The track’s owners announced in June they would be closing the track and laying off 200 workers. Ehrlich stated at the time that the closure was a sobering reminder of Maryland’s inability to implement a viable gaming program over the past four years.
Car Stop Leads To Drug And Weapons Charges
Location: Southbound I-95 south of DE Rt. 141, Newport, DE
Date of Occurrence: Tuesday, August 11, 2010 at 11:50 p.m.
Defendants: Jethroe Tickles, 30, Wilmington, DE
Shareef A. Hargrove, 27, Newark, DE
Vehicle: 1988 Oldsmobile Delta
Charges: Possession with the Intent to Deliver Crack Cocaine (both defendants)
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (defendant Tickles)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (both defendants)
Possession with the Intent to Deliver Marijuana (both defendants)
Maintaining a Vehicle for Transporting Drugs (both defendants)
Conspiracy 2nd Degree (both defendants)
Possession of a Schedule II Narcotic (Endocet) (defendant Tickles)
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (both defendants)
Arraignment and Bail: Both defendants were arraigned at JP Court 11. Defendant Tickles was committed to the Henry Young Prison for lack of $27,500.00 secured bail. Defendant Hargrove was committed to the Henry Young Prison for lack of $17,000.00 secured bail.
Resume: The Delaware State Police have arrested two men on drug and gun charges after a late evening car stop on I-95.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:50 p.m. last night as a trooper on routine patrol observed a white Oldsmobile traveling on I-95 southbound in the area of DE. Rt. 141 in Newport. The trooper observed that the front seat passenger was no wearing a seatbelt. After conducting a stop of the vehicle, the trooper came into contact with the operator, later identified as Jethroe Tickles of Wilmington, DE, and the passenger, later identified as Shareef Hargrove, of Newark, DE. While questioning the occupants of the vehicle, the trooper observed that both men were acting in a suspicious and nervous manner. The trooper asked for and obtained consent to search the vehicle. As defendant Tickles exited the vehicle, several pills fell to the ground from his pants leg. A further search of Tickles revealed $341.00 in suspected drug sale proceeds which was seized. Upon searching the vehicle, the trooper located a loaded .45 caliber handgun, 30.5 grams of marijuana, 9.5 grams of crack cocaine and a digital scale used to weigh drugs. The defendants were then taken into custody and charged with the above listed crimes.
Date of Occurrence: Tuesday, August 11, 2010 at 11:50 p.m.
Defendants: Jethroe Tickles, 30, Wilmington, DE
Shareef A. Hargrove, 27, Newark, DE
Vehicle: 1988 Oldsmobile Delta
Charges: Possession with the Intent to Deliver Crack Cocaine (both defendants)
Possession of a Firearm by a Person Prohibited (defendant Tickles)
Carrying a Concealed Deadly Weapon (both defendants)
Possession with the Intent to Deliver Marijuana (both defendants)
Maintaining a Vehicle for Transporting Drugs (both defendants)
Conspiracy 2nd Degree (both defendants)
Possession of a Schedule II Narcotic (Endocet) (defendant Tickles)
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (both defendants)
Arraignment and Bail: Both defendants were arraigned at JP Court 11. Defendant Tickles was committed to the Henry Young Prison for lack of $27,500.00 secured bail. Defendant Hargrove was committed to the Henry Young Prison for lack of $17,000.00 secured bail.
Resume: The Delaware State Police have arrested two men on drug and gun charges after a late evening car stop on I-95.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:50 p.m. last night as a trooper on routine patrol observed a white Oldsmobile traveling on I-95 southbound in the area of DE. Rt. 141 in Newport. The trooper observed that the front seat passenger was no wearing a seatbelt. After conducting a stop of the vehicle, the trooper came into contact with the operator, later identified as Jethroe Tickles of Wilmington, DE, and the passenger, later identified as Shareef Hargrove, of Newark, DE. While questioning the occupants of the vehicle, the trooper observed that both men were acting in a suspicious and nervous manner. The trooper asked for and obtained consent to search the vehicle. As defendant Tickles exited the vehicle, several pills fell to the ground from his pants leg. A further search of Tickles revealed $341.00 in suspected drug sale proceeds which was seized. Upon searching the vehicle, the trooper located a loaded .45 caliber handgun, 30.5 grams of marijuana, 9.5 grams of crack cocaine and a digital scale used to weigh drugs. The defendants were then taken into custody and charged with the above listed crimes.
Two Years Ago Today
You can't argue the fact that gas prices have come down quite a bit. Even after a major disaster in the Gulf, one has to wonder just how the prices could stay so much lower after losing so much of their profit. It was one excuse after the other as to why the prices went through the roof years ago. I wonder how they can explain prices being so low now after the largest disaster in history!Three Years Ago Today
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Three years ago today, Clearchannel started a campaign with local law enforcement to push Crime Solvers on their billboards. This push has helped to educate Eastern Shore Residents, you can make a positive difference by contacting Crime Solvers and even get a Reward by doing so, hence the Anitra Pirkle suspect capture and many more.Four Years Ago Today
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It was four years ago today, Salisbury News went to the Wicomico Humane Society and started taking pictures to publish on Salisbury News for adoptions. Since that time we have adopted out literally hundreds of animals. While we used to get pictures in from the Humane Society to publish, all too often they would run completely out of animals once they were advertised on Salisbury News.
Today, we try our best to host animals on our own adoption website, proving we can lower the volume on animals being sent in to the Humane Society and save the taxpayers quite a bit of money. This also keeps the volume of inventory down at the Humane Society, giving these animals a better chance of survival without having to be euthanized.
Md. Candidates For Governor Pledge Not To Distract Drivers
BETHESDA, Md. - When candidates are vying for votes it can be hard to get them to agree on issues.
But WTOP managed to get all the major candidates in the Maryland governor's race to make the same pledge: Not to distract drivers by waving campaign signs at them.
GO HERE to read more.
Seniors Vie With Teens In Labor Market
U.S. employees old enough to retire are outnumbering their teenage counterparts for the first time since at least 1948 when Harry Truman was president, a sign of how generations are now having to compete for jobs.
GO HERE to see the article.
The Labor Market's Teenage Wasteland
The jobless rate for Americans ages 16 to 19 has jumped to 26%. Chris Farrell looks at whether this signals a "lost generation" of U.S. workers
The worst labor market in 60 years has yet to show signs of revival, even amid widespread predictions by economists that the recession ended a year ago. America's unemployment rate remained at a steep 9.5 percent in the July jobs report released Aug. 6, and the government's broader measure that combines unemployment and underemployment is even higher at 16.5 percent.
That's bad news for the job prospects of most workers, from blue-collar employees looking to earn a paycheck at a retail store or on a factory floor to white-collar managers seeking a spot in a cubicle or an office. But the unemployment numbers seem positively dire for teenagers. The jobless rate for teenagers 16 to 19 years old was 26.1 percent in July, up from around 15 percent before the recession struck.
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The worst labor market in 60 years has yet to show signs of revival, even amid widespread predictions by economists that the recession ended a year ago. America's unemployment rate remained at a steep 9.5 percent in the July jobs report released Aug. 6, and the government's broader measure that combines unemployment and underemployment is even higher at 16.5 percent.
That's bad news for the job prospects of most workers, from blue-collar employees looking to earn a paycheck at a retail store or on a factory floor to white-collar managers seeking a spot in a cubicle or an office. But the unemployment numbers seem positively dire for teenagers. The jobless rate for teenagers 16 to 19 years old was 26.1 percent in July, up from around 15 percent before the recession struck.
GO HERE to read more.
State Police Investigate Assault That Injures 3 Month Old
Location:
6900 block Sharptown Road Laurel, De
DATE and TIME:
Monday August 9, 2010, 3:05 p.m.
Victim(s):
21 year old female Laurel, De
16 year old female Laurel, De
15 year old female Blades, De
3 month old male Laurel, De
Defendant(s):
Daniella Blanchard-30 Blades, De
Ruth Blanchard-23 Laurel, De
Charge(s) and Bond Information:
Assault Second Degree
Burglary Second Degree
Conspiracy Second Degree
Reckless Endangering Second Degree
Assault Third Degree
3 counts Endangering the Welfare of a Child
Offensive Touching
Each were arrested for the above offenses and remanded to The Women’s Correctional Institute on $40, 650 secured bonds per person.
Resume:
Delaware State Police Monday August 9, 2010 responded to Sharptown Road Laurel to investigate an assault complaint. The assault occurred around 3 p.m.
State Police learned that Daniella and Ruth Blanchard responded to the victim’s residence attempting to initiate a fight. Daniella Blanchard began the altercation over allegations that the 21 year old victim was having a relationship with her boyfriend. The victim called 911 for police to respond to the residence on Sharptown road.
Prior to the Troopers arrival a second 911 call was placed advising that Daniella and Ruth Blanchard had forced their way into the victim’s residence. Once inside Daniella and Ruth located the 21 year victim hiding in a bedroom then began to assault the victim with their hands. At the time of the assault the victim was holding her 3 month old child and fell forward while holding her child. The assault resulted in the 21 year old victim sustaining bruises and abrasions to her arm and head. The 3 month old did not immediately have visible signs of injury; however he was transported to Nanticoke Hospital for precautionary reasons. The child was treated and released in fair condition. The 3 month old is the nephew of the 21 year old victim. The 16 year old victim attempted to protect the 21 year old victim from being assaulted and in the process was attacked however sustained minor injuries.
Delaware State Police shortly thereafter arrested Daniella and Ruth Blanchard each for the above listed charges. Daniella and Ruth were remanded to the Women’s Correctional Institute each on $40,650 secured bond.
Daniella Blanchard has a white strap and Ruth Blanchard is wearing the blue shirt younger looking woman.
6900 block Sharptown Road Laurel, De
DATE and TIME:
Monday August 9, 2010, 3:05 p.m.
Victim(s):
21 year old female Laurel, De
16 year old female Laurel, De
15 year old female Blades, De
3 month old male Laurel, De
Defendant(s):
Daniella Blanchard-30 Blades, De
Ruth Blanchard-23 Laurel, De
Charge(s) and Bond Information:
Assault Second Degree
Burglary Second Degree
Conspiracy Second Degree
Reckless Endangering Second Degree
Assault Third Degree
3 counts Endangering the Welfare of a Child
Offensive Touching
Each were arrested for the above offenses and remanded to The Women’s Correctional Institute on $40, 650 secured bonds per person.
Resume:
Delaware State Police Monday August 9, 2010 responded to Sharptown Road Laurel to investigate an assault complaint. The assault occurred around 3 p.m.
State Police learned that Daniella and Ruth Blanchard responded to the victim’s residence attempting to initiate a fight. Daniella Blanchard began the altercation over allegations that the 21 year old victim was having a relationship with her boyfriend. The victim called 911 for police to respond to the residence on Sharptown road.
Prior to the Troopers arrival a second 911 call was placed advising that Daniella and Ruth Blanchard had forced their way into the victim’s residence. Once inside Daniella and Ruth located the 21 year victim hiding in a bedroom then began to assault the victim with their hands. At the time of the assault the victim was holding her 3 month old child and fell forward while holding her child. The assault resulted in the 21 year old victim sustaining bruises and abrasions to her arm and head. The 3 month old did not immediately have visible signs of injury; however he was transported to Nanticoke Hospital for precautionary reasons. The child was treated and released in fair condition. The 3 month old is the nephew of the 21 year old victim. The 16 year old victim attempted to protect the 21 year old victim from being assaulted and in the process was attacked however sustained minor injuries.
Delaware State Police shortly thereafter arrested Daniella and Ruth Blanchard each for the above listed charges. Daniella and Ruth were remanded to the Women’s Correctional Institute each on $40,650 secured bond.
Daniella Blanchard has a white strap and Ruth Blanchard is wearing the blue shirt younger looking woman.
Today's Wildlife Photo
This morning I found this large snapping turtle near one of our ponds. That's a 5 gallon bucket next to him, to give you an idea of his size. I transported him a few miles away from our property so he doesn't feed off of our stocked ponds.New Maryland Group Looks At Forming Non-Profit Health Insurance Co-Op
A new statewide group is trying to form a new insurance co-op to provide coverage for people who will be required to have it under the new federal law, but cannot afford it.
The Maryland Nonprofit Health Insurance Co-op is working on a year-long feasibility study to see if it will be able to start its own insurance carrier for those who cannot afford even the cheapest insurance. The proposed co-op would target adults between 19 and 64 living in the state’s I-95 corridor.
By next July, “we should know if it’s a go or a no-go,” said Dr. Peter Beilenson, the Howard County health officer and chairman of the co-op’s steering group.
GO HERE to read more.
Pennsylvania Man Arrested For Holly Lake Campsite And Orchard Manor Burglaries
Location(s):
Holly Lake Campsite (multiple) lots Millsboro, De
Circle Drive Orchard Manor Millsboro, De
TIME Frame:
March 21, 2010
March 29, 2010
April 3, 2010
These are approximate dates the crimes were committed
Victim(s):
Eleven different campers or sheds were broken into
Typical Items Stolen:
Flat Screen televisions
DVD players and disc
Alcohol
Camping and fishing items
Defendant and Suspect(s):
Def-Justin C. Englert-18 Columbia, Pa
Sus-Anthony Gesford-38 Columbia, Pa
Sus-William Knight-22 Columbia, Pa
Suspect meaning warrants on file at Troop 4 Georgetown
Charge(s):
5 counts Burglary Third Degree
5 counts Burglary Second Degree
2 counts Attempted Burglary Second Degree
2 counts Conspiracy Second Degree
6 counts Criminal Mischief under $1,000
Possession of Burglar Tools
6 counts of Theft
Bond Information:
Released on $37,000 unsecured bond
Resume:
Delaware State Police Monday August 9, 2010 arrested a Columbia Pennsylvania man linked to multiple burglaries in Holly Lake Campsite and Orchard Manor Millsboro Delaware. The crimes include burglaries of upwards of 40 campers and or sheds spanning a two month period.
In May of this year Pennsylvania State Police (Lancaster) and other surrounding agencies took Anthony Gesford-38, William Knight-22 both of Columbia Pennsylvania and two other individuals into custody for burglaries committed within the state of Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania State Police linked Gesford and Knight to approximately 100 burglaries in the Lancaster and Adams County Pennsylvania during a 6 month period.
Subsequent interviews conducted by Pennsylvania authorities revealed Justin C. Englert-18, Gesford, Knight and two additional persons also committed burglaries in the State of Delaware.
As a result of these interviews Delaware State Police was contacted by Pennsylvania State Police detectives. Delaware Troopers discovered Gesford has a camper within Holly Lake Campsite. Gesford, Englert, Knight and others would come to Delaware to perform roof construction work to a residence in Lewes. Delaware State Police executed a search warrant on Gesford’s camper and located alcohol, fishing and camping equipment, DVD player, Nintendo game and four crabs pots from a burglary on March 29, 2010.
State Troopers on Monday August 9, 2010 arrested Justin C. Englert linking him to eight burglaries in the Holly Lake Campsite and three burglaries on Circle Drive Orchard Manor. Englert turned himself into authorities at Troop 4. State Police also have arrest warrants on file at Troop 4 Georgetown for both Gesford and Knight. State Police detectives are also preparing arrest warrants on two other Pennsylvania residents for burglary related crimes. Once Gesford and Knight complete their criminal matters within Pennsylvania they will be extradited to Delaware and face criminal prosecution.
The attached links are articles written about the Pennsylvania burglary investigations:
http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/261374
http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/256645
Holly Lake Campsite (multiple) lots Millsboro, De
Circle Drive Orchard Manor Millsboro, De
TIME Frame:
March 21, 2010
March 29, 2010
April 3, 2010
These are approximate dates the crimes were committed
Victim(s):
Eleven different campers or sheds were broken into
Typical Items Stolen:
Flat Screen televisions
DVD players and disc
Alcohol
Camping and fishing items
Defendant and Suspect(s):
Def-Justin C. Englert-18 Columbia, Pa
Sus-Anthony Gesford-38 Columbia, Pa
Sus-William Knight-22 Columbia, Pa
Suspect meaning warrants on file at Troop 4 Georgetown
Charge(s):
5 counts Burglary Third Degree
5 counts Burglary Second Degree
2 counts Attempted Burglary Second Degree
2 counts Conspiracy Second Degree
6 counts Criminal Mischief under $1,000
Possession of Burglar Tools
6 counts of Theft
Bond Information:
Released on $37,000 unsecured bond
Resume:
Delaware State Police Monday August 9, 2010 arrested a Columbia Pennsylvania man linked to multiple burglaries in Holly Lake Campsite and Orchard Manor Millsboro Delaware. The crimes include burglaries of upwards of 40 campers and or sheds spanning a two month period.
In May of this year Pennsylvania State Police (Lancaster) and other surrounding agencies took Anthony Gesford-38, William Knight-22 both of Columbia Pennsylvania and two other individuals into custody for burglaries committed within the state of Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania State Police linked Gesford and Knight to approximately 100 burglaries in the Lancaster and Adams County Pennsylvania during a 6 month period.
Subsequent interviews conducted by Pennsylvania authorities revealed Justin C. Englert-18, Gesford, Knight and two additional persons also committed burglaries in the State of Delaware.
As a result of these interviews Delaware State Police was contacted by Pennsylvania State Police detectives. Delaware Troopers discovered Gesford has a camper within Holly Lake Campsite. Gesford, Englert, Knight and others would come to Delaware to perform roof construction work to a residence in Lewes. Delaware State Police executed a search warrant on Gesford’s camper and located alcohol, fishing and camping equipment, DVD player, Nintendo game and four crabs pots from a burglary on March 29, 2010.
State Troopers on Monday August 9, 2010 arrested Justin C. Englert linking him to eight burglaries in the Holly Lake Campsite and three burglaries on Circle Drive Orchard Manor. Englert turned himself into authorities at Troop 4. State Police also have arrest warrants on file at Troop 4 Georgetown for both Gesford and Knight. State Police detectives are also preparing arrest warrants on two other Pennsylvania residents for burglary related crimes. Once Gesford and Knight complete their criminal matters within Pennsylvania they will be extradited to Delaware and face criminal prosecution.
The attached links are articles written about the Pennsylvania burglary investigations:
http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/261374
http://articles.lancasteronline.com/local/4/256645
Who's Laughing Now, Losers?
Two years ago today, FORMER Chief Webster and FORMER Chief See started laughing at me when I arrived to a Council Meeting.
Who's laughing now, Boys!
President Obama Signs Into Law Ban On Cell Phones In Federal Prisons
Washington (CNN) -- Hoping to stop federal inmates from directing crimes from behind bars, President Barack Obama signed into law Tuesday a prohibition on cell phone use by prisoners.
The law prohibits the use or possession of mobile phones and wireless devices, and calls for up to a year in prison for anyone found guilty of trying to smuggle one to an inmate.
The Federal Bureau of Prisons confiscated more than 2,600 cell phones from minimum security facilities and nearly 600 from secure federal institutions last year
GO HERE to read more.
The law prohibits the use or possession of mobile phones and wireless devices, and calls for up to a year in prison for anyone found guilty of trying to smuggle one to an inmate.
The Federal Bureau of Prisons confiscated more than 2,600 cell phones from minimum security facilities and nearly 600 from secure federal institutions last year
GO HERE to read more.
Woman Gets $198,000 For Mistaken Mastectomy
LOS ANGELES -- A woman who underwent a double mastectomy and later discovered she didn't have breast cancer was set to receive $198,000 under a settlement approved Tuesday by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.
Ana Jimenez-Salgado had her breasts surgically removed at Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center after two outside pathologists determined the cells obtained from an August 2007 biopsy were cancerous.
She later underwent reconstructive surgery. The hospital's pathologists examined tissue obtained during that procedure and concluded she did not have breast cancer.
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Ana Jimenez-Salgado had her breasts surgically removed at Los Angeles County-USC Medical Center after two outside pathologists determined the cells obtained from an August 2007 biopsy were cancerous.
She later underwent reconstructive surgery. The hospital's pathologists examined tissue obtained during that procedure and concluded she did not have breast cancer.
GO HERE to read more.
U.S. Funding Of Ground Zero Mosque Imam's Trip Draws Ire
GOP lawmakers say paying for Feisal Abdul Rauf's Mideast visit is 'unacceptable'
WASHINGTON — The imam behind controversial plans for a mosque near the site of the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks is being sent by the State Department on a religious outreach trip to the Middle East, officials said Tuesday, in a move that drew criticism from conservative lawmakers.
The department is sponsoring Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf's visit to Qatar, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates, where he will discuss Muslim life in America and promote religious tolerance, spokesman P.J. Crowley said. He said the imam had been on two similar trips and that plans for the upcoming tour predated the mosque controversy.
Two Republican members of Congress, Reps. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen and Peter King, called government sponsorship of Rauf's trip "unacceptable" in a joint statement. They said he had suggested in at least one interview that the United States was to blame for the 2001 attacks and that taxpayer money should not be used to fund the tour.
"The State Department's selection of Feisal Abdul Rauf to represent the American people through this program further calls into question the administration's policy and funding priorities," Ros-Lehtinen and King, who are the ranking members of the Foreign Affairs and Homeland Security committees, said in their statement.
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WASHINGTON — The imam behind controversial plans for a mosque near the site of the Sept. 11, 2001 terror attacks is being sent by the State Department on a religious outreach trip to the Middle East, officials said Tuesday, in a move that drew criticism from conservative lawmakers.
The department is sponsoring Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf's visit to Qatar, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates, where he will discuss Muslim life in America and promote religious tolerance, spokesman P.J. Crowley said. He said the imam had been on two similar trips and that plans for the upcoming tour predated the mosque controversy.
Two Republican members of Congress, Reps. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen and Peter King, called government sponsorship of Rauf's trip "unacceptable" in a joint statement. They said he had suggested in at least one interview that the United States was to blame for the 2001 attacks and that taxpayer money should not be used to fund the tour.
"The State Department's selection of Feisal Abdul Rauf to represent the American people through this program further calls into question the administration's policy and funding priorities," Ros-Lehtinen and King, who are the ranking members of the Foreign Affairs and Homeland Security committees, said in their statement.
GO HERE to read more.
San Fran Launches Parking Meters With Supply And Demand Based Pricing
That little love bubble known as San Francisco is at it again, introducing new "smart" parking meters that, among their many innovations, change their prices based on supply and demand.
This Is For The Over 50 Generation: (my apologies to those under 50)
I thought about the 30 year business I ran with 1800 employees, all without a Blackberry that played music, took videos, pictures and communicated with Facebook and Twitter.
I signed up under duress for Twitter and Facebook, so my seven kids, their spouses, 13 grandkids and 2 great grand kids could communicate with me in the modern way. I figured I could handle something as simple as Twitter with only 140 characters of space.
That was before one of my grandkids hooked me up for Tweeter, Tweetree, Twhirl, Twitterfon, Tweetie and Twittererific Tweetdeck, Twitpix and something that sends every message to my cell phone and every other program within the texting world.
My phone was beeping every three minutes with the details of everything except the bowel movements of the entire next generation. I am not ready to live like this. I keep my cell phone in the garage in my golf bag.
The kids bought me a GPS for my last birthday because they say I get lost every now and then going over to the grocery store or library. I keep that in a box under my tool bench with the Blue tooth [it's red] phone I am supposed to use when I drive. I wore it once and was standing in line at Barnes and Noble talking to my wife as everyone in the nearest 50 yards was glaring at me. Seems I have to take my hearing aid out to use it and I got a little loud.
I mean the GPS looked pretty smart on my dash board, but the lady inside was the most annoying, rudest person I had run into in a long time. Every 10 minutes, she would sarcastically say, "Re-calcu-lating"
You would think that she could be nicer. It was like she could barely tolerate me. She would let go with a deep sigh and then tell me to make a U-turn at the next light. Then when I would make a right turn instead, it was not good.
When I get really lost now, I call my wife and tell her the name of the cross streets and while she is starting to develop the same tone as Gypsy, the GPS lady, at least she loves me.
To be perfectly frank, I am still trying to learn how to use the cordless phones in our house. We have had them for 4 years, but I still haven't figured out how I can lose three phones all at once and have run around digging under chair cushions and checking bathrooms and the dirty laundry baskets when the phone rings.
The world is just getting too complex for me. They even mess me up every time I go to the grocery store.
You would think they could settle on something themselves but this sudden "Paper or Plastic?" every time I check out just knocks me for a loop. I bought some of those cloth reusable bags to avoid looking confused but I never remember to take them in with me.
Now I toss it back to them. When they ask me, "Paper or Plastic?" I just say, "Doesn't matter to me. I am bi-sacksual." Then it's their turn to stare at me with a blank look.
I was recently asked if I tweet. I answered, No, but I do toot a lot."
I signed up under duress for Twitter and Facebook, so my seven kids, their spouses, 13 grandkids and 2 great grand kids could communicate with me in the modern way. I figured I could handle something as simple as Twitter with only 140 characters of space.
That was before one of my grandkids hooked me up for Tweeter, Tweetree, Twhirl, Twitterfon, Tweetie and Twittererific Tweetdeck, Twitpix and something that sends every message to my cell phone and every other program within the texting world.
My phone was beeping every three minutes with the details of everything except the bowel movements of the entire next generation. I am not ready to live like this. I keep my cell phone in the garage in my golf bag.
The kids bought me a GPS for my last birthday because they say I get lost every now and then going over to the grocery store or library. I keep that in a box under my tool bench with the Blue tooth [it's red] phone I am supposed to use when I drive. I wore it once and was standing in line at Barnes and Noble talking to my wife as everyone in the nearest 50 yards was glaring at me. Seems I have to take my hearing aid out to use it and I got a little loud.
I mean the GPS looked pretty smart on my dash board, but the lady inside was the most annoying, rudest person I had run into in a long time. Every 10 minutes, she would sarcastically say, "Re-calcu-lating"
You would think that she could be nicer. It was like she could barely tolerate me. She would let go with a deep sigh and then tell me to make a U-turn at the next light. Then when I would make a right turn instead, it was not good.
When I get really lost now, I call my wife and tell her the name of the cross streets and while she is starting to develop the same tone as Gypsy, the GPS lady, at least she loves me.
To be perfectly frank, I am still trying to learn how to use the cordless phones in our house. We have had them for 4 years, but I still haven't figured out how I can lose three phones all at once and have run around digging under chair cushions and checking bathrooms and the dirty laundry baskets when the phone rings.
The world is just getting too complex for me. They even mess me up every time I go to the grocery store.
You would think they could settle on something themselves but this sudden "Paper or Plastic?" every time I check out just knocks me for a loop. I bought some of those cloth reusable bags to avoid looking confused but I never remember to take them in with me.
Now I toss it back to them. When they ask me, "Paper or Plastic?" I just say, "Doesn't matter to me. I am bi-sacksual." Then it's their turn to stare at me with a blank look.
I was recently asked if I tweet. I answered, No, but I do toot a lot."
Kratovil Afraid of Constituents?
Rep. Frank Kratovil (D-MD) seems to be afraid of the very same people he was elected to represent. Last week we asked the question – “Where’s Frank?”. Well, true to the word of his staff, Kratovil has released a schedule of appearances.
Are there any town hall meetings? No! Are there plenty of appearances that are designed to be photo ops for use in the November election? Yes!
Just as Kratovil is trying to claim that his vote to appropriate $26 Billion to keep more government workers on the payroll is “cutting the deficit” (only in Washington would someone vote to spend billions and then claim that they are saving money), Kratovil is claiming to represent his constituents while only appearing at tightly controlled events more designed to aid his re-election effort than to actually answer questions. Is Kratovil afraid of his constituents? It appears so.
from Delmarva Dealings
The Rise Of The Stay-At-Home Husband
For the first time, women make up a majority of America’s workforce. And at home, a few good men are taking up the slack. Is a stay-at-home husband the new status symbol for alpha women?
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FISHER CALLS ON CONGRESS TO STOP THE INSANITY
H.R. 1586 Rewards Fiscal Mismanagement, Special Interests
(Salisbury) – Republican small businessman and Eastern Shore native Rob Fisher released the following statement on passage of H.R. 1586:
"Today Congress voted to waste billions more taxpayer dollars in a brazen attempt to score political points in an election year. I am appalled but not surprised that Nancy Pelosi, Frank Kratovil and the Democrat Congress are yet again pandering to special interests at the expense of the American Taxpayer.
At a time when Americans are imploring their elected representatives to stand up and lead us out of this economic turmoil, Pelosi and Kratovil continue to turn a deaf ear to the will of the people. They insist on pursuing a job-killing agenda that threatens to leave us in financial ruin in order to reward the special interests that got them elected.
H.R. 1586 is a blatant payoff to unions and a bailout for states that have grossly mismanaged taxpayer dollars. Taxpayers want to know: When will the madness end? The American people deserve accountability and are demanding action that benefits everyone, not just big Democrat contributors. This legislation contains no accountability and does nothing to improve the financial well-being of the thousands of residents in Maryland’s First District that are struggling to provide for their families.
Instead of bailing out unions and rewarding irresponsible governing, Pelosi and Kratovil should be working to improve the lives of every American. As schools are preparing to open, thousands of Marylanders are worried about providing clothes and supplies for their children and yet Pelosi and Kratovil are more concerned about PAC dollars and political payoffs. The people of Maryland’s First District deserve better. It’s time we elected a representative who will stop the insanity and bring common-sense leadership back to Congress."
http://www.robfisherforcongress.com
(Salisbury) – Republican small businessman and Eastern Shore native Rob Fisher released the following statement on passage of H.R. 1586:
"Today Congress voted to waste billions more taxpayer dollars in a brazen attempt to score political points in an election year. I am appalled but not surprised that Nancy Pelosi, Frank Kratovil and the Democrat Congress are yet again pandering to special interests at the expense of the American Taxpayer.
At a time when Americans are imploring their elected representatives to stand up and lead us out of this economic turmoil, Pelosi and Kratovil continue to turn a deaf ear to the will of the people. They insist on pursuing a job-killing agenda that threatens to leave us in financial ruin in order to reward the special interests that got them elected.
H.R. 1586 is a blatant payoff to unions and a bailout for states that have grossly mismanaged taxpayer dollars. Taxpayers want to know: When will the madness end? The American people deserve accountability and are demanding action that benefits everyone, not just big Democrat contributors. This legislation contains no accountability and does nothing to improve the financial well-being of the thousands of residents in Maryland’s First District that are struggling to provide for their families.
Instead of bailing out unions and rewarding irresponsible governing, Pelosi and Kratovil should be working to improve the lives of every American. As schools are preparing to open, thousands of Marylanders are worried about providing clothes and supplies for their children and yet Pelosi and Kratovil are more concerned about PAC dollars and political payoffs. The people of Maryland’s First District deserve better. It’s time we elected a representative who will stop the insanity and bring common-sense leadership back to Congress."
http://www.robfisherforcongress.com
Obama's 'Cool'
The Late Show with David Letterman.
The View.
Paul McCartney plays the White House.
Barack Obama's affinity for pop culture is emblematic of his administration's greater disconnect on programs, policy, and ideology from the mainstream of American society. Much of this has to do with the dichotomy between the terms "class" and "cool."
Though difficult to precisely define, personal class is one of those things of which it may be said (to paraphrase Justice Potter Stewart) that "you know it when you see it." Its attributes include maturity, rational self-possession, a sense of the appropriate, generosity of spirit, and the humility that begets both charm and wit. Though frequently associated with childhood training and education, class knows no boundaries when it comes to gender, economic status, or even political persuasion. William F. Buckley, Jr. and Daniel Patrick Moynihan held opposing views, but both were possessed of great personal grace and were sincerely liked by even their opponents.
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The View.
Paul McCartney plays the White House.
Barack Obama's affinity for pop culture is emblematic of his administration's greater disconnect on programs, policy, and ideology from the mainstream of American society. Much of this has to do with the dichotomy between the terms "class" and "cool."
Though difficult to precisely define, personal class is one of those things of which it may be said (to paraphrase Justice Potter Stewart) that "you know it when you see it." Its attributes include maturity, rational self-possession, a sense of the appropriate, generosity of spirit, and the humility that begets both charm and wit. Though frequently associated with childhood training and education, class knows no boundaries when it comes to gender, economic status, or even political persuasion. William F. Buckley, Jr. and Daniel Patrick Moynihan held opposing views, but both were possessed of great personal grace and were sincerely liked by even their opponents.
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New York Jumps Ahead Of Feds With Law Holding Mortgage Companies Accountable On Mods
New York regulators have crafted new laws to give the state authority to punish mortgage servicers -- something the Treasury Department, in administering its struggling mortgage modification program [1], has so far failed to do. The new rules set clear standards for how servicers must handle homeowners seeking a modification.
"We will not hesitate to bring an enforcement action or to refer an enforcement action," said Richard Neiman, the New York superintendent of banks. "In fact, we'll be looking for that case in the event of any wrongdoing, because we know the message it will send to the entire industry."
The delays that hundreds of thousands of homeowners have encountered [2] in the administration's mortgage modification program have highlighted the poor performance by many mortgage servicers -- the companies that process mortgage payments and foreclosures -- particularly the largest: Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, Wells Fargo and Citigroup. Struggling homeowners seeking a modification frequently wait months, even years, for an answer.
The New York laws [3], which go into effect Oct. 1, lay out how servicers should handle homeowners in danger of foreclosure. Within 10 days of a homeowner's applying for a modification, for example, the servicer is required to acknowledge the request and specify what additional information is needed. Within 30 days of receiving all of the required information, the servicer is required to render its decision and respond with either a written offer or a denial in writing.
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Comcast Refuses To Believe My Father Is Dead
The death of a family member is never easy to handle. And the last thing you need in the wake of a tragic loss is to get caught up in red tape and incompetence over something as minor as canceling your late loved one's Comcast account. Unfortunately for Consumerist reader Wyatt, that's exactly what is happening to him and his family right now.
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Here's The Video Of That Crazy McNugget Lady Who Attacked McDonald's Employees
Remember the McDonald's drive-thru customer who went all 28 Days after she was told they'd stopped serving Chicken McNuggets? Obviously a story like this is a hundred times more awesome if you can watch the actual attack, and fortunately for us the security footage of the event is now available.
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Salisbury Advisory Council On Youth Activities Offers Weekend Of Activities August 14-15
The Salisbury Advisory Council on Youth Activities is saying good-bye to summer with an exciting line-up of activities slated for Saturday, August 14 and Sunday, August 15. The weekend will begin with a ‘Back to School Day’ on Saturday, August 14 from 8am to 6pm where families can enjoy a fun-filled day of games, entertainment, food and bargains at Billy Gene Jackson Sr. Park (420 North Lake Drive Salisbury, MD).
‘Back to School Day’ highlights include tee ball, basketball and softball games as well as face painting, pony rides and water slides. Food, snow balls and cold drinks will also be available. Families are also invited out to watch the Larry Miles Tennis Tournament and witness a ceremony recognizing participants from this summer’s tee ball, tennis, golf and softball programs at Billy Gene Jackson Sr. Park as well as the Stay Ready Ryderz a group that provides free back to school supplies.
The ‘Back to School Day’ will also feature a ‘Fantastic Flea Market,’ where you can sell your treasures. Tables are available for only $10. A wide variety of merchandise will be available including clothing, shoes, jewelry, rugs, electronics, furniture and more. For more information on the ‘Back to School Day’ or to reserve a table at the ‘Fantastic Flea Market’ please call Roxie P. Connelly at 410-742-7347.
On Sunday, events will take a more serious tone for a banquet honoring community activists Marion and Norma Lee Barkley. The banquet is held in memory of Larry Miles, Sr., Billy Gene Jackson Sr. Park’s first tennis instructor. The evening’s speaker is Delegate Rudolph Cane, who will be introduced by Freddie Mitchell. As a special guest, Billy Gene Jackson Sr. himself will be in attendance. The banquet will take place at the St. Paul AME Zion Church on 410 Delaware Avenue. Tickets are available for $25. Please call 410-603-5422 for tickets and additional information.
‘Back to School Day’ highlights include tee ball, basketball and softball games as well as face painting, pony rides and water slides. Food, snow balls and cold drinks will also be available. Families are also invited out to watch the Larry Miles Tennis Tournament and witness a ceremony recognizing participants from this summer’s tee ball, tennis, golf and softball programs at Billy Gene Jackson Sr. Park as well as the Stay Ready Ryderz a group that provides free back to school supplies.
The ‘Back to School Day’ will also feature a ‘Fantastic Flea Market,’ where you can sell your treasures. Tables are available for only $10. A wide variety of merchandise will be available including clothing, shoes, jewelry, rugs, electronics, furniture and more. For more information on the ‘Back to School Day’ or to reserve a table at the ‘Fantastic Flea Market’ please call Roxie P. Connelly at 410-742-7347.
On Sunday, events will take a more serious tone for a banquet honoring community activists Marion and Norma Lee Barkley. The banquet is held in memory of Larry Miles, Sr., Billy Gene Jackson Sr. Park’s first tennis instructor. The evening’s speaker is Delegate Rudolph Cane, who will be introduced by Freddie Mitchell. As a special guest, Billy Gene Jackson Sr. himself will be in attendance. The banquet will take place at the St. Paul AME Zion Church on 410 Delaware Avenue. Tickets are available for $25. Please call 410-603-5422 for tickets and additional information.
The 2010-2011 Season Of BROADWAY IN SALISBURY Announced!
LINE UP FEATURES FOUR BLOCKBUSTER TITLES!
(Salisbury, MD) We are thrilled to announce the All-New 2010-2011 BROADWAY IN SALISBURY line-up! The best of Broadway and live entertainment is returning to the WICOMICO YOUTH AND CIVIC CENTER – for its best season yet! This coming season features four blockbuster titles - including Holiday classics and some of the biggest hits in Broadway history!
The 2010-2011 Broadway in Salisbury series will again showcase top-quality touring Broadway productions direct from New York. This season’s highlights will feature The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller, The Wizard of Oz, Fiddler on the Roof and Grease!
Season tickets are as affordable as ever and start as low as $114! Hurry, and order by Friday, September 3rd and save an additional $10 per package! This year we are excited to announce our Broadway Bonuses in which all subscribers will receive additional discounts and special offers, just for becoming a subscriber!
Season tickets are on sale now! To purchase tickets, call (888) 610-BWAY (2929), or visit us online at www.WicomicoCivicCenter.org for more information. If you would like to receive a brochure on the new season and available packages email info@BroadwayInSalisbury.com.
Why subscribe?
Become a Broadway subscriber and save up to 15% versus single ticket prices.
Subscribe by September 3rd and receive an additional $10 off per package.
Subscribers always receive the best seats at the best prices.
Receive the same great seats to each show.
2010-2011 Broadway in Salisbury Lineup
The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller Sunday, December 5, 2010 at 5:00pm
Grease Monday, February 14, 2011 at 7:30pm
The Wizard of Oz Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 7:30pm
Fiddler on the Roof Monday, June 6, 2011 at 7:30pm
(Salisbury, MD) We are thrilled to announce the All-New 2010-2011 BROADWAY IN SALISBURY line-up! The best of Broadway and live entertainment is returning to the WICOMICO YOUTH AND CIVIC CENTER – for its best season yet! This coming season features four blockbuster titles - including Holiday classics and some of the biggest hits in Broadway history!
The 2010-2011 Broadway in Salisbury series will again showcase top-quality touring Broadway productions direct from New York. This season’s highlights will feature The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller, The Wizard of Oz, Fiddler on the Roof and Grease!
Season tickets are as affordable as ever and start as low as $114! Hurry, and order by Friday, September 3rd and save an additional $10 per package! This year we are excited to announce our Broadway Bonuses in which all subscribers will receive additional discounts and special offers, just for becoming a subscriber!
Season tickets are on sale now! To purchase tickets, call (888) 610-BWAY (2929), or visit us online at www.WicomicoCivicCenter.org for more information. If you would like to receive a brochure on the new season and available packages email info@BroadwayInSalisbury.com.
Why subscribe?
Become a Broadway subscriber and save up to 15% versus single ticket prices.
Subscribe by September 3rd and receive an additional $10 off per package.
Subscribers always receive the best seats at the best prices.
Receive the same great seats to each show.
2010-2011 Broadway in Salisbury Lineup
The Christmas Music of Mannheim Steamroller Sunday, December 5, 2010 at 5:00pm
Grease Monday, February 14, 2011 at 7:30pm
The Wizard of Oz Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 7:30pm
Fiddler on the Roof Monday, June 6, 2011 at 7:30pm
SUPERINTENDENT TO HOLD PROMOTION CEREMONY FOR NEW BUREAU CHIEF
WHAT:
Promotion Ceremony for newly appointed Chief of Field Operations Bureau,
Lt. Colonel W.F. “Pete” Landon
WHEN: Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at 10:00 A.M.
WHERE:
Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack “V”
9758 Ocean Gateway
Berlin, MD 21811
Phone: 410-641-3101
Maryland State Police Superintendent, Colonel Terrence B. Sheridan will officially present the new Chief of Field Operations Bureau, Lt. Colonel W.F. “Pete” Landon, with his badge and collar ornaments at the Berlin Barracks in a brief ceremony. Landon, an Eastern Shore native and a 25-year veteran of the Department, began his state police career at Centreville Barracks after graduating from the 89th Academy Class in July 1985. Since then, he has received numerous accolades for his dedication to duty in the various units which he served.
Since becoming a trooper, Landon has also been very active in volunteering for Special Olympics Maryland. He is involved in logistics planning for the MSP Polar Bear plunge each year, managing traffic control and security for the annual event that raised $3 million last year. He is also a veteran Superplunger, along with his two sons, raising over $40,000 for Special Olympic athletes in his past four years of plunging into the icy cold waters of the Chesapeake Bay once an hour for 24 hours, the day before the official Plunge. Most recently, Landon represented Maryland in the Law Enforcement Torch Run at the 2010 Special Olympics Summer National Games in Lincoln, Nebraska, by personally running over 100 miles to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics Maryland.
Promotion Ceremony for newly appointed Chief of Field Operations Bureau,
Lt. Colonel W.F. “Pete” Landon
WHEN: Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at 10:00 A.M.
WHERE:
Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack “V”
9758 Ocean Gateway
Berlin, MD 21811
Phone: 410-641-3101
Maryland State Police Superintendent, Colonel Terrence B. Sheridan will officially present the new Chief of Field Operations Bureau, Lt. Colonel W.F. “Pete” Landon, with his badge and collar ornaments at the Berlin Barracks in a brief ceremony. Landon, an Eastern Shore native and a 25-year veteran of the Department, began his state police career at Centreville Barracks after graduating from the 89th Academy Class in July 1985. Since then, he has received numerous accolades for his dedication to duty in the various units which he served.
Since becoming a trooper, Landon has also been very active in volunteering for Special Olympics Maryland. He is involved in logistics planning for the MSP Polar Bear plunge each year, managing traffic control and security for the annual event that raised $3 million last year. He is also a veteran Superplunger, along with his two sons, raising over $40,000 for Special Olympic athletes in his past four years of plunging into the icy cold waters of the Chesapeake Bay once an hour for 24 hours, the day before the official Plunge. Most recently, Landon represented Maryland in the Law Enforcement Torch Run at the 2010 Special Olympics Summer National Games in Lincoln, Nebraska, by personally running over 100 miles to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics Maryland.
DART
DART Resort Transit Celebrates its 21st Season with Record Breaking Ridership and Beach Park & Ride Usage
Wilmington -- Started in 1990 as Delaware Resort Transit, DART Resort Transit is in the height of its 21st season and is celebrating with record breaking ridership and usage of the DART Rehoboth Beach Park & Ride lot. DART First State is operated by the Delaware Transit Corporation (DTC).
As of August 5th, the DTC Resort Bus System has broken records for the highest number of riders for the same period last year. There were 29,560 riders during this week which is a 24.11% increase over last year during the same week. The Route 201, serving the Rehoboth Beach boardwalk, accommodated 158,200 passengers so far this year. This represents a 36.50% increase over the same period for the 2009 season. The Route 305, Wilmington to Rehoboth Beach Connection, has seen a significant increase in popularity this year. At this point of the season, we have exceeded the last year number of riders by 39.46%.
The Park & Ride lot has seen a huge increase due mostly to the Rehoboth employees from businesses and public agencies. As of July 17th, there were 9,133 Rehoboth Beach employees using the Park & Ride lot compared to only 6,304 last year during the same time frame. This is a 44.88%. The number of full paying customers at the Park & Ride lot has gone from 4,024 last year to 5,106 this year, an increase of 26.89%.
Reaching out to beach area employers about the convenience of the Park & Ride lot was just one element of the DART synergistic and media domineering marketing efforts for the record breaking 2010 season. DTC Marketing sent letters to 733 employers about the employee discounted park & ride program. Other resort marketing awareness elements included print ads in two beach area newspapers, radio ads on 6 of the major radio stations in the State, and restroom display ads at 20 restaurant locations in the beach area. DTC Marketing staff also spent a week in the beach area distributing 26,100 resort schedules to over 1,000 Resort area businesses. In addition, DTC Marketing placed Resort ad boards in the major shopping malls at Christiana and Dover, along with Resort movie theater ads in Dover and Rehoboth. Promotion of the Resort service and especially the Park & Ride lot also included DART Rider E-Mail Notices, a special information and schedule page on DartFirstState.com, and on the DTC Weatherline reporting service serving New Castle County.
Year to date, ridership is up from Resort 2009 by 35.64%. DART has transported 227,459 riders so far this season. The 2010 Resort season has surpassed any and all prior years to date. The DTC record year was in 2008 and for this year ridership is 29.78% greater than the same period.
DTC Executive Director, Stephen Kingsberry, remarked, This is more evidence of how transit works well for the public and the effectiveness of well-planned park & ride lots. We are pleased to provide families and beach visitors with a low-cost, safe, and comfortable way to experience all the beach area has to offer. We are also pleased to welcome more bicyclists on our Resort buses.
DART First State is the bus, train, and intermodal transportation provider for all of Delaware. The Delaware Transit Corporation, a subsidiary of the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT), operates DART First State. DART First State services include contracted SEPTA commuter trains, intercounty bus, fixed route bus, Paratransit, seasonal resort bus, commuter assistance, Operation Lifesaver rail crossing safety and trespasser awareness programs, and the RideShare Delaware ridematching program. DART First State provides more than 11,185,000 passenger trips annually, removing up to 7,034,591 vehicle trips from area roadways. For public information for all fixed route services statewide, please call 1-800-652-DART
Wilmington -- Started in 1990 as Delaware Resort Transit, DART Resort Transit is in the height of its 21st season and is celebrating with record breaking ridership and usage of the DART Rehoboth Beach Park & Ride lot. DART First State is operated by the Delaware Transit Corporation (DTC).
As of August 5th, the DTC Resort Bus System has broken records for the highest number of riders for the same period last year. There were 29,560 riders during this week which is a 24.11% increase over last year during the same week. The Route 201, serving the Rehoboth Beach boardwalk, accommodated 158,200 passengers so far this year. This represents a 36.50% increase over the same period for the 2009 season. The Route 305, Wilmington to Rehoboth Beach Connection, has seen a significant increase in popularity this year. At this point of the season, we have exceeded the last year number of riders by 39.46%.
The Park & Ride lot has seen a huge increase due mostly to the Rehoboth employees from businesses and public agencies. As of July 17th, there were 9,133 Rehoboth Beach employees using the Park & Ride lot compared to only 6,304 last year during the same time frame. This is a 44.88%. The number of full paying customers at the Park & Ride lot has gone from 4,024 last year to 5,106 this year, an increase of 26.89%.
Reaching out to beach area employers about the convenience of the Park & Ride lot was just one element of the DART synergistic and media domineering marketing efforts for the record breaking 2010 season. DTC Marketing sent letters to 733 employers about the employee discounted park & ride program. Other resort marketing awareness elements included print ads in two beach area newspapers, radio ads on 6 of the major radio stations in the State, and restroom display ads at 20 restaurant locations in the beach area. DTC Marketing staff also spent a week in the beach area distributing 26,100 resort schedules to over 1,000 Resort area businesses. In addition, DTC Marketing placed Resort ad boards in the major shopping malls at Christiana and Dover, along with Resort movie theater ads in Dover and Rehoboth. Promotion of the Resort service and especially the Park & Ride lot also included DART Rider E-Mail Notices, a special information and schedule page on DartFirstState.com, and on the DTC Weatherline reporting service serving New Castle County.
Year to date, ridership is up from Resort 2009 by 35.64%. DART has transported 227,459 riders so far this season. The 2010 Resort season has surpassed any and all prior years to date. The DTC record year was in 2008 and for this year ridership is 29.78% greater than the same period.
DTC Executive Director, Stephen Kingsberry, remarked, This is more evidence of how transit works well for the public and the effectiveness of well-planned park & ride lots. We are pleased to provide families and beach visitors with a low-cost, safe, and comfortable way to experience all the beach area has to offer. We are also pleased to welcome more bicyclists on our Resort buses.
DART First State is the bus, train, and intermodal transportation provider for all of Delaware. The Delaware Transit Corporation, a subsidiary of the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT), operates DART First State. DART First State services include contracted SEPTA commuter trains, intercounty bus, fixed route bus, Paratransit, seasonal resort bus, commuter assistance, Operation Lifesaver rail crossing safety and trespasser awareness programs, and the RideShare Delaware ridematching program. DART First State provides more than 11,185,000 passenger trips annually, removing up to 7,034,591 vehicle trips from area roadways. For public information for all fixed route services statewide, please call 1-800-652-DART
LEGENDS DROP SHOREBIRDS 10-3 IN SERIES FINALE
‘Birds Play Game One Against BlueClaws on Thursday
Salisbury, Md. – The Lexington Legends plated five runs in the ninth inning to cap off a 10-3 win over the Delmarva Shorebirds at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium on Tuesday night. The Legends secured the series win with the victory.
The Legends and Shorebirds traded runs in the second inning. In the top half, Aaron Bray singled home Jacob Goebbert. In the bottom half, Mike Flacco scored on a Gary Helmick infield single. Flacco moved to third on a throwing error by Jimmy Paredes.
The Legends plated nine unanswered runs after the second inning.
In the third, Jiovanni Mier hit a triple to right-center field to score Grant Hogue and Goebbert doubled to plate Mier to give the Legends a 3-1 lead. In the fifth inning, the Legends tacked on two more runs including another RBI hit by Mier.
The Legends put the game out of reach with five hits and five runs against Shorebirds reliever David Walters in the ninth inning. Bubby Williams capped the frame with a two-run double to the left field corner.
T.J. Baxter gave the Shorebirds something to smile about in the ninth inning. He belted his team high seventh homer of the season over the left field wall to trim the deficit to 10-3. The ‘Birds would get no closer.
Lexington starter Tanner Bushue earned the win in six innings. He allowed six hits and one unearned run. Shorebirds starter Bobby Bundy was pinned with the loss. He allowed nine hits and five runs.
Reliever Brian Parker tossed three scoreless frames. He allowed just three hits.
The Shorebirds gear up for a five-game series against Lakewood starting on Thursday night at 7:05 p.m. RHP Brent Allar makes the start in game one.
Salisbury, Md. – The Lexington Legends plated five runs in the ninth inning to cap off a 10-3 win over the Delmarva Shorebirds at Arthur W. Perdue Stadium on Tuesday night. The Legends secured the series win with the victory.
The Legends and Shorebirds traded runs in the second inning. In the top half, Aaron Bray singled home Jacob Goebbert. In the bottom half, Mike Flacco scored on a Gary Helmick infield single. Flacco moved to third on a throwing error by Jimmy Paredes.
The Legends plated nine unanswered runs after the second inning.
In the third, Jiovanni Mier hit a triple to right-center field to score Grant Hogue and Goebbert doubled to plate Mier to give the Legends a 3-1 lead. In the fifth inning, the Legends tacked on two more runs including another RBI hit by Mier.
The Legends put the game out of reach with five hits and five runs against Shorebirds reliever David Walters in the ninth inning. Bubby Williams capped the frame with a two-run double to the left field corner.
T.J. Baxter gave the Shorebirds something to smile about in the ninth inning. He belted his team high seventh homer of the season over the left field wall to trim the deficit to 10-3. The ‘Birds would get no closer.
Lexington starter Tanner Bushue earned the win in six innings. He allowed six hits and one unearned run. Shorebirds starter Bobby Bundy was pinned with the loss. He allowed nine hits and five runs.
Reliever Brian Parker tossed three scoreless frames. He allowed just three hits.
The Shorebirds gear up for a five-game series against Lakewood starting on Thursday night at 7:05 p.m. RHP Brent Allar makes the start in game one.