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Fatal Accident On Rt. 50


A vehicle heading East bound on Rt. 50, crossing over near the Shorebirds Stadium to pick up the Bypass was struck by another vehicle and the passenger in the vehicle that was struck has been pronounced dead.


There's been a serious backup for the past hour. Sorry Folks, I've been away from the computer for a little while today. There may be more to come......

Salisbury News Makes Big Announcement

Salisbury News is just a few comments away from publishing our 250,000th Comment. That's right, this is an accomplishment no other publication on the Eastern Shore can discuss because no one has ever come close to these kind of numbers.

That being said, THANK YOU Folks! Because YOU are participating, YOU are making a difference. Because so many are coming to Salisbury News, we are now welcome just about anywhere and everywhere with open arms. (you'll learn more about this in a week or so)

I was in a conversation earlier today discussing the Candidate Interviews. They said, Norm Conway would have never done an interview with you in the past Joe but now he HAS TO. He went on to say, he doesn't have a choice any more.

While we're honored someone like Norm Conway and every other Candidate took the time to express their platform, we don't ever want to be in the position where someone MUST do something. However, its because people like YOU who come to SBYNews.com and publish comments, finally, our politicians are now made accountable.

5 years ago the "other side" of the story was never told. Even when we started telling the "other side", many didn't want to believe it. Today, it's a whole new ball game, again, because of YOU.

A quarter of a million comments, that's just remarkable Folks. We thank you for participating and helping us to change the way things are said and done here on the Eastern Shore. Have a great weekend Folks.

KIRT BARREN GREENBERG

KIRT BARREN GREENBERG


OK, here's the deal. If you use the Maryland Case Search link below it will take you to this guys criminal history. I have provided just a small example of what we're dealing with as a community. HOWEVER, as I rarely ever challenge the judicial system, I'm going to do so, two fold.
Number one, why did it take Joel Todd almost an entire year before he charged this guy with child pornography? BECAUSE ITS AN ELECTION YEAR! More importantly, (secondly) why are Judges these days NOT seeing the writing on the wall with these kind of criminals? We have experienced some of the most horrific crimes the Eastern Shore has ever seen, perhaps even in the history of America. Doctor Bradley in Delaware who allegedly raped hundreds of infants and young children and then Thomas Leggs who was released time and time again only to be arrested and charged with the murder of Sarah Foxwell.
Now I'm no Judge and I'm no States Attorney but I am raising a small child and scumbags like Kirt Greenburg need to be taken a whole lot more serious than they are as we have seen the end result of the judicial system not working for us. The system is clearly broken but I say, shame on Joel Todd for NOT charging this man IMMEDIATELY and waiting until election time to bring forth such a case. OUR children have been at risk for almost a year for his convenience.
Again, there's a criminal history that goes into a second page on this guy that clearly spells out the trouble he's seen with the law over many years. There's a pattern here and I personally believe it needs proper attention.
Maryland Case Search http://casesearch.courts.state.md.us/inquiry/inquiry-index.jsp type in Kirt Barren Greenberg.


Court System: Circuit Court for Worcester County - Criminal System
Case Number: 23K10000342
Title: State of Maryland vs Kirt Barren Greenberg
Case Type: InformationFiling Date:08/10/2010
Case Status: Open/Active
Case Disposition: Disposition Date:
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Defendant Information
(Each Alias, Address, and Attorney for the Defendant is displayed)
Name: Greenberg, Kirt Barren
Race: Caucasian
Sex: MHeight:Weight:0DOB:06/25/1965
Address: 227 West Street
City: BerlinState:MDZip Code:21811
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Court Scheduling Information
Event Type: Arraignment/Initial AppearanceNotice Date:
Event Date: 09/01/2010Event Time:09:30 AM
Result: Result Date:
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Charge and Disposition Information
(Each Charge is listed separately. The disposition is listed below the Charge)
Charge No: 1CJIS Code:1 0300Statute Code:CR.11.207.(a)(4)
Charge Description: Child Pornography Promote/Distribute/W/Intent/Possess
Offense Date From: 09/28/2009 To:
Arrest Tracking No: 10-1001-14109-1Citation:
Charge Amend No: 0Sentence Version:0Charge Class:

Another Recent Case:

Court System: DISTRICT COURT FOR WICOMICO COUNTY - CRIMINAL SYSTEM
Case Number: 6H00056391Tracking No:103764113865
Case Type: CRIMINAL
District Code: 02Location Code:03
Document Type: STATEMENT OF CHARGESIssued Date:08/08/2010
Case Status: ACTIVE
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Defendant Information
Defendant Name: GREENBERG, KIRT BARREN
Race: WHITE, CAUCASIAN, ASIATIC INDIAN, ARAB
Sex: MHeight:507Weight:130DOB:06/25/1965
Address: 227 WEST ST
City: BERLINState:MDZip Code:21811 - 0000
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Court Scheduling Information
Trial Date: 10/18/2010Trial Time:01:00 PMRoom:01
Trial Type:
Trial Location:SERV CTR,201 BAPTIST ST SALISBURY 21801-0629
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Charge and Disposition Information
(Each Charge is listed separately. The disposition is listed below the Charge)
Charge No: 001Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY
Statute: CR.10.604.(a)(1)(2)(3)Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0500MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 002Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY
Statute: CR.10.604.(a)(1)(2)(3)Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0500MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 003Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY
Statute: CR.10.604.(a)(1)(2)(3)Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0500MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 004Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY
Statute: CR.10.604.(a)(1)(2)(3)Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0500MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 005Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY
Statute: CR.10.604.(a)(1)(2)(3)Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0500MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 006Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY
Statute: CR.10.604.(a)(1)(2)(3)Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0500MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 007Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH
Statute: CR.10.604.(a)(4)Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0501MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 008Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH
Statute: CR.10.604.(a)(4)Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0501MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 009Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH
Statute: CR.10.604.(a)(4)Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0501MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 010Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH
Statute: CR.10.604.(a)(4)Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0501MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 011Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH
Statute: CR.10.604.(a)(4)Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0501MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 012Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH
Statute: CR.10.604.(a)(4)Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY CAUSE/AUTH
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0501MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 013Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY: INFLICT
Statute: CR.10.604Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY: INFLICT
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0502MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 014Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY: INFLICT
Statute: CR.10.604Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY: INFLICT
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0502MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 015Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY: INFLICT
Statute: CR.10.604Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY: INFLICT
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0502MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 016Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY: INFLICT
Statute: CR.10.604Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY: INFLICT
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0502MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 017Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY: INFLICT
Statute: CR.10.604Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY: INFLICT
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0502MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 018Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY: INFLICT
Statute: CR.10.604Description:ANIMAL CRUELTY: INFLICT
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0502MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:
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Charge No: 019Description:MUTILATE ANIMAL
Statute: CR.10.606.(1)(2)Description:MUTILATE ANIMAL
Amended Date: CJIS Code:1 0505MO/PLL:Probable Cause:X
Incident Date From: 08/08/2010 To: 08/08/2010 Victim Age:

Yard Sales

CLICK HERE for the latest upcoming yard sale.

If you have an upcoming yard sale, please send your requests to atlanticjw@aol.com. Please type "yard sale" in the subject of your email. Please have all requests to my by Thursday for Friday's post.

Thank you.

Ehrlich-Kane Campaign Exceeds Fundraising Goal, Shows Strong Momentum Heading Into Fall Campaign


ANNAPOLIS – More than 13,000 donors – 96 percent of whom reside in Maryland – contributed $3.2 million to the Ehrlich-Kane ticket for the reporting period ending August 10th, putting Bob Ehrlich and Mary Kane in a virtual dead heat with the O’Malley-Brown campaign for the period. The Ehrlich campaign exceeded its goal of $3 million raised for the period.


“It is truly humbling that so many Marylanders of all political parties would embrace our plan to get Maryland working again with more jobs, lower taxes, and less spending,” said Ehrlich. “We built a campaign operation from scratch just four months ago, yet ran virtually neck and neck with the incumbent in this fundraising period. The results reinforce what we hear in every community: Marylanders are embracing our positive, ideas-driven vision for Maryland and rejecting my opponent’s attack ads and cynicism.”


The percent of in-state donations and small dollar donations is a strong confirmation that the Ehrlich-Kane ticket’s momentum is fueled by working Marylanders, not powerful interests or out-of-state donors. The O’Malley–Brown campaign has thus far refused to release their percent of small dollar donors or out-of-state donors.
Ehrlich-Kane Campaign Finance Report Facts:

· More than 96 percent of all contributions are from Maryland
· The Ehrlich campaign has in excess of $2 million in the bank
· 14,730 donors made 22,150 contributions to the campaign since January, 2007
· Since April, the campaign received 18,267 contributions from 13,335 donors
· 63 percent of the donations were under $50 and 65 percent were less than $100
· 36 percent of the donors are first time Ehrlich donors
· Since April, the average donation is $171
· Mary Kane for Maryland reports $11,000 in donations

PA Violence Continues; Direct Talks Reported To Be Near


Palestinian Authority Arab terrorist groups have stepped up their attacks in Judea and Samaria as pressure over Israel-PA negotiations increases and rumors swirl regarding an impending move to direct talks.


Two IDF soldiers and a civilian woman were wounded in rock-throwing attacks in the past week. In other such attacks, vehicles were damaged but the passengers escaped injury. In one such case, a driver escaped unscathed despite being targeted by a barrage of Molotov cocktails; the vehicle was damaged.

PA officials recently admitted that Chairman Mahmoud Abbas is under intense pressure to agree to direct negotiations with Israel. Abbas has demanded that Israel freeze construction east of the 1949 armistice line and agree to use the line as the base for negotiations on the borders of a PA state. Only when Israel concedes will the PA begin talks, he says.

This week, two reports appeared to suggest that Israel is under pressure to agree to Abbas's demands. On Friday, the London-based Arabic daily Al-Hayyat reported that Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu has agreed to give Abbas 90% of Judea and Samaria for the establishment of a PA state, and to forcibly expel the roughly 50,000 Jews living in the area.

Netanyahu's office has denied the report.

Meanwhile, Reuters reported that Abbas may agree to direct talks if Netanyahu agrees to a PA state with borders based on the 1949 armistice line – an agreement that would leave the PA with all of Judea and Samaria and much of Jerusalem, including the Old City and other historically Jewish neighborhoods such as Shiloach (Silwan) and Shimon Hatzaddik.

The Reuters report was based on a letter written by European Union representative Catherine Ashton. Ashton allegedly said that Abbas would agree to direct talks next week if Israel gives in to his demand.

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Immigration Chief: 'We're Going To Get This Right'

The federal government has deported more illegal immigrants from the U.S. than ever before, the director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement said Thursday as part of an effort to push back on the suggestion Washington isn't doing enough.

"For those who doubt the federal government's resolve in the enforcement of immigration law, let me say this: We are committed to strong, effective immigration enforcement, and the facts speak for themselves," ICE Director John Morton said.

He said his agency removed a record 380,000 illegal immigrants from the U.S. last fiscal year, and about a third of them were convicted criminals. So far this fiscal year, ICE removed 136,000 illegal immigrants who are convicted criminals, also a record, Morton said.

"Is there more work to be done? Absolutely. Is the problem a significant one, a challenging one for the nation? Absolutely," he said. But "we're in this for the long haul. ... We're going to get this right."

Border staffing also is at an all-time high, and will only increase under a $600 million plan by President Barack Obama to put more agents and equipment along the Mexican border, Morton said.

The measure would fund the hiring of 1,000 new Border Patrol agents to be deployed at critical areas along the border, 250 more Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, and 250 more Customs and Border Protection officers.

From politicians to average residents, many in Arizona and elsewhere say the federal government isn't doing its job despite the increased efforts and deportations.

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[Talk is cheap, Chief. We'll be watching what you do. -- Editor]

Salisbury Police Department Press Releases

On August 11, 2010 at approximately 3:52 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police received a call to respond to the Walmart Department Store for the report of a shoplifter. Upon arrival the officers met with store security who advised that store employees had observed the below listed suspect take property from the store without making any attempt at payment. The property was recovered and returned to the store.

ARRESTED: Juvenile, 17 years of age
Salisbury, Maryland
CHARGES: Theft (under $100)
DISPOSITION: Released to guardian
CC # 201000031907

On August 12, 2010 at approximately 10:24 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police received a call to respond to the Giant Food Store on South Salisbury Boulevard for the report of a theft. Upon arrival the officers met with store management who advised that the below listed two (2) suspects had attempted to take food and other items from the store without making payment. The suspects attempted to utilize the self checkout counter and failed to register the bulk of their items for payment. The suspects were stopped and the items were returned to the store.

ARRESTED #1: Larry Darnell Collins, 31 years of age
Pocomoke, Maryland
ARRESTED #2: Sharon Machelle Warrington, 42 years of age
Princess Anne, Maryland
CHARGES (both): Theft (under $ 1000)
Conspiracy to commit theft
DISPOSITION: Both released to Central Booking
CC # 201000032116

On August 12, 2010 at approximately 11:00 pm, Officers of the Salisbury Police arrested the below listed suspect on an outstanding arrest warrant charging the suspect with burglary. Detectives of the Salisbury Police received the warrant following the investigation of a burglary at St. Alban’s Church on July 4, 2010. Information regarding the suspect was received from the Wicomico Bureau of Investigation.

ARRESTED: Jeffery Bruce Serres, 33 years of age
Fruitland, Maryland
CHARGES: Second degree burglary
Fourth degree burglary
Malicious destruction of property
DISPOSITION: Released to Central Booking
CC # 201000026799

Ocean Pines Shenanigans

Hey Joe -

Thought you might want to hear the latest in the never-ending political saga of Ocean Pines. It seems that the OP Board of Directors fired our GM last week, giving little to no reason in the press release (as one would expect).

This week we get an email saying that one of the Board Members is taking over as GM, signing a one-year contract, closing his financial planning business to do so.

Isn't this a huge conflict of interest?

You can read the press releases on the OP website: www.oceanpines.org. Go to the OPA news tab, then click on General News.

Ehrlich Camp Now Dodging Brian Murphy

FYI - I am not connected with either candidate - (Ehrlich or Murphy). I am simply a political observer.

As a freelance journalist for Salisbury News - my general observation as the September primary approaches is that Ehrlich's campaign is loosing steam. Brian Murphy's platform of exposing Ehrlich's track record is now taking its toll on each passing day.

If Ehrlich does manage to prevail through the September primary I predict he will be DOA - (dead on arrival) - on the General election date - as most conservative republicans will then flee to O'Malley.

Simply put - there is not much difference in either candidate as both can be deemed to be liberal.

Beazer

Someone Trying To Corrupt My Computer

Several times over the past 12 hours, (or so) someone has been trying over and over again to corrupt my computer to shut me down. I have forwarded this information to the proper authorities. Tick Tock Boys!

Color Test

These are the things we're supposed to do to remove the cholesterol around our brain and try to slow up Alzheimer's Disease.. It took me 3 times before I could finally tell this brain of mine to concentrate. A great test, do it until you get 100%! Bet you can't get 100% on the first try! But I'm rootin' for ya... This is pretty neat! See how you do with the colors! Have fun! It takes an average of 5 tries to get to 100%.. Follow the directions! It's harder than it seems, as it should be! A brain waker-upper for today!

Click here to start

Kendall Ehrlich Guest Speaker At John Phoebus Fundraiser In Salisbury











Last night a large group of supporters came to SU to meet former First Lady of Maryland Kendall Ehrlich, (who is always a treat).

Kendall gave a great speech in support of John Phoebus and of course Bob Ehrlich.

Wicomico Civic Center Under Construction


Between newly painted parking spaces, new Handicap Spots and new concrete on the main floor, the Civic Center is getting upgrades that will enhance Trade Shows and other special events.
Salisbury News visited the Civic Center earlier this week to see some of the new improvements and while it's a bit overwhelming, I can see where they have done the best they can do with what they have. More to come......

Extreme Moneyball


Frank and Jamie McCourt blustered their way into a dream life of mansions, jets, and ownership of the L.A. Dodgers. The dream is dying hard


Jamie McCourt's Beverly Hills offices—also known as Jamie Enterprises—are as tastefully understated as the yellow sundress she was wearing on a recent August afternoon. The wall behind her desk is filled with baseball caps, arranged neatly in rows, and photos of her at the Obama inauguration are prominently placed. She pulls out a tribute video from happier days, before her husband of 30 years, Frank McCourt, fired her as chief executive officer of the Los Angeles Dodgers baseball team: Vin Scully, the team's legendary announcer, praises her "brains and energy"; Tommy Lasorda says "she does a wonderful job"; and the dean of UCLA's business school gushes that she is a role model for women who is a "gorgeous, energetic, smart, brilliant person." Jamie is shown hugging players and her sons, and swimming her morning laps at the McCourts' Beverly Hills mansion. At the end, the petite, now 56-year-old blonde says to the camera: "There's that myth about having it all at one time. I don't think that's true, but you can have a lot."


GO HERE to read more.

“Outsider” Rob Fisher Caught In The Act!

Rob Fisher, the “beltway bandit” who has amassed a small fortune sucking at the federal teat wants your vote.  He’s running for the GOP nod to challenge Rep. Frank Kratovil (D-MD) against Maryland Senator Andy Harris (R-7).

Fisher claims to be an “outsider”.  He’s an outsider alright!  He didn’t even have a residence in Maryland until AFTER he filed his papers to run for office!

Paul West’s piece in this morning’s Baltimore Sun provides an excellent glimpse into Fisher’s character and why he isn’t worthy of our votes.

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Thank God Its Friday

What Will You Be Doing This Weekend?

Sorry, Kid, First-Borns Really Are Smarter

Birth order within families has long sparked sibling rivalry, but it might also impact the child's personality and intelligence, a new study suggests. First-borns are typically smarter, while younger siblings get better grades and are more outgoing, the researchers say.

GO HERE to read more.

Previously Unknown Obama Stepsister Dies

Raises question of whether president adopted by Indonesian stepfather

A previously unknown stepsister of Barack Obama died unexpectedly earlier this year.

Internet researchers made the link between the president and his previously undisclosed stepsister, Holiyah "Lia" Soetoro Sobah, after translating from obituaries published in Indonesia. She died Feb. 26.

The obituaries identified Lia as having been adopted by Lolo Soetoro, Obama's stepfather, and Ann Dunham Obama Soetoro, the president's mother.

The surfacing of Lia as an adopted child of Lolo Soetoro and Dunham raises the question of whether Barack Obama himself might have been adopted officially as Lolo Soetoro's stepson while in Indonesia from 1967 to 1971.

Even though Obama makes no mention in "Dreams from My Father" of having had an Indonesian stepsister, the Indonesian obituaries make clear that Obama slept in the same room as his stepsister while the two of them grew up together in the Soetoro home in Jakarta.

GO HERE to read more.

TARP Billions Shipped Overseas Can't Halt Global Slowdown

Economists and conservatives reacted sharply Thursday to reports that tens of billions in TARP bailout money flowed out of the United States and into the coffers of big banks in France, Germany, and other nations during the government rescue of the U.S. financial system.

That news came as the U.S. economic picture continued to worsen, with rising unemployment claims and a surge in U.S. homes lost to foreclosure.

CATO Institute budget analyst Tad DeHaven tells Newsmax: “The economy has become increasingly global, so it’s not shocking that TARP bailout money ended up at foreign financial institutions. Nonetheless, bailing out U.S. financial firms was bad enough — that foreign institutions also benefitted from the largesse just adds insult to injury.”

J.D. Foster, senior economics fellow at The Heritage Foundation, said: "The overwhelming force slowing the economy down now is a lack of confidence among American businesses and consumers. The primary reason for that lack of confidence is the policies out of Washington seem completely out of touch with that reality."

GO HERE to read more.

Some Candidates Just Have No Class Whatsoever

While Julie Brewington might think she's being "cute" and funny, shoving your sign in front of your opponent just pisses off voters more than anything else. Did you butt into line when you were a kid Julie? My guess is, yes.

Local Counties, (around D.C.) Deter Crime Despite Budget Cuts

WASHINGTON - When unemployment is up and police officers are down, crime rates should follow. Or at least, that's what pop psychology might suggest.

"We've seen crime go down in many categories," says Thomas Manger, police chief in Montgomery County, "and we've lost 48 police officer positions in the last three years."

While noting fewer officers has not resulted in more crime, Manger says it has affected how they pursue cases.

"What it has done is limit our ability to react to those crime trends," he says.

GO HERE to read more.

Turns Out Walmart Is Quietly Raising Prices


Everyday low prices just got a little higher. A JPMorgan Chase study of a Virginia Walmart (hey, it's a big store, you gotta just pick one to do a decent survey of its inventory) found that in the past six weeks the retailer raised prices on average of 6%, but on some products, as high as 60%.

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Last Chance To Take Advantage Of Tax-Free Back-To-School Shopping In 6 States

While most states' summer sales-tax holidays have come and gone, shoppers in six states -- Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts and Texas -- still have a chance to take advantage of tax-exempt shopping on a variety of things from clothing to school supplies.

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Federal Workers Earning Double Their Private Counterparts

At a time when workers' pay and benefits have stagnated, federal employees' average compensation has grown to more than double what private sector workers earn, a USA TODAY analysis finds.
Federal workers have been awarded bigger average pay and benefit increases than private employees for nine years in a row. The compensation gap between federal and private workers has doubled in the past decade.

Federal civil servants earned average pay and benefits of $123,049 in 2009 while private workers made $61,051 in total compensation, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. The data are the latest available.

The federal compensation advantage has grown from $30,415 in 2000 to $61,998 last year.

Public employee unions say the compensation gap reflects the increasingly high level of skill and education required for most federal jobs and the government contracting out lower-paid jobs to the private sector in recent years.

GO HERE to read more.

Seafood Festival In Cambridge On Saturday, August 14

31st Annual Rescue Fire Company Seafood Feast-I-Val
Saturday, August 14, 2010
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Gates open at 1:00 pm Sailwinds Park200 Byrn StreetCambridge, Maryland
All-You-Can-Eat
Additional Information:
Or call (410) 228-1211
Here is the info for the event:http://www.seafoodfeastival.com/
Brian should be arriving around 3.
Rescue Fire Company'sSeafood Feast-I-Val A Dorchester County Tradition for Over 30 Years
Saturday, August 14, 2010 Sailwinds Park
Cambridge, Maryland
Advanced Tickets are available for $32 at:
Sailwinds Visitor's Center
Cambridge City HallS
immons Center Market
Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce
Tickets will be available on Saturday for $35 (adults) and $10 for children (ages 3 through 11)
Brian Murphy to be there around 3pm!!!

Andy Harris Press Release

I hate to start off with bad news for America, but the House of Representatives voted Tuesday to pass a $26 billion “stimulus” bill. It amazes me that Congress made a special trip to Washington to spend more money, not to pass a budget or extend tax cuts that are about to expire. The bill even includes a $10 billion tax increase in the middle of a recession! Nonsensical legislation like this is the reason Maryland needs someone in Washington that will oppose Nancy Pelosi’s job-killing ways and stand up for American families and businesses.

Andy Around Town
It’s been a great week on the campaign trail! Saturday, I went to the Blessing of the Combines in Snow Hill and got to ride a John Deere in the Parade of Combines! The festival was filled with antique farm equipment, local organizations, and is an amazing tradition that highlights the importance of the agriculture community on the Eastern Shore. I met people at the Caroline-Dorchester County Fair and the Triple Play GOP Picnic in Anne Arundel County. It was a beautiful Saturday to travel the District!

Last Wednesday, I spoke to the Associated Guns Club of Baltimore in Baltimore County. They have over 60 acres of conservation land that is used for gun education and safety training. The members know how important Second Amendment rights are to this country. They need someone in Washington to represent them and what they stand for. Also this week I spent the day in Easton, went to the Queen Anne’s County Fair, and sign-waved in Baltimore, Anne Arundel, and Queen Anne’s Counties.

Breakfast With Andy
We have two Breakfast With Andy events coming up: Baltimore County, this Saturday - August 14th - at the Silver Spring Mining Company in Cockeysville and the following Saturday – August 21st – in Cecil County at Bentley’s Restaurant on Pulaski Hwy. Both begin at 8:30 am and cost $10 per person.

Calling all Volunteers
If you’d like to volunteer for the campaign, please contact Courtney at 410-609-3829 or courtney@andyharris.com. We’d love to have you on board!

I hope you have a wonder and safe weekend!

Andy Harris

Delegate Addie Eckardt Announces Mid Shore Cycle Tour


Delegate Addie Eckardt announced today that she will be touring the MidShore by bicycle beginning August 26. She will travel the four counties in legislative District 37B to highlight the uniqueness of the counties, their rich beauty, history and cultural eco tourism and feature the small towns. “Our small towns have to adhere to the same laws and regulations as our larger cities without comparable resources” said Eckardt. “These communities depend on volunteers for fire and emergency services and financial assistance from various groups and organizations for cultural heritage and historical buildings and sites.” I have supported many projects over the years that preserve not only our heritage but our economy as well. As we plan for the future, let’s take advantage of our environment and history and build on our existing treasures.
As an avid biker and nurse Delegate Eckardt advocates exercise as an essential prevention of disease and approach to weight control. Our district is ideal for outside activities like cycling- especially in the early morning.


The cycle tour consists of four days, the four counties riding 50-60 miles per day and stopping to appreciate our heritage. Sites include Blackwater Wildlife Refuge, the Harriett Tubman trail, Bucktown Store, Layton’s Chance Vineyard and Winery and Vienna in Dorchester County; Whitehaven Hotel, Quantico, Hebron, Mardela Springs and Sharptown in Wicomico County; Federalsburg along the Maryhope River, Preston, Harmony , the Dover Bridge in Caroline County; and St.Michaels, Oxford and the Oxford Ferry ,and Trappe in Talbot County.


For more information call 410-228-8048 or Email raeckardt@comcast.net. Delegate Eckardt invites those who would like to join her for the entire four days or just one day or any part of the tour and related events.


Troopers Seize Over $150,000 From New York Man

Location: I-95 southbound approximately 1.5 mi. north of DE. Rt. 896, Newark

Date of Occurrence: Tuesday, August 10, 2010 at 12:40 p.m.

Operator/Vehicle: Ahmad Elshair, 24, Brooklyn, NY
2010 Chrysler Town and Country

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The Delaware State Police have seized a large sum of money from a New York man after he was stopped for speeding.

The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon after a trooper working patrol on Interstate 95 near Newark, DE, stopped a 2010 Chrysler Town and Country van for speeding north of DE Rt. 896. Upon contacting the driver, Ahmad Elshair, and interviewing him about his travels, the troopers became suspicious. They then asked for and obtained permission to search the vehicle. It was then that the troopers located $150,185.00 in cash in the stow-and-go department of the van. A police canine unit trained in drug detection was then called and alerted on the money as being possibly used in drug transactions. It was then seized. Ahmad Elshair was issued a ticket for speeding then released.

State Police Probe Bank Robbery



Location:
Citizen’s Bank located inside the Acme Supermarket, 146 Fox Hunt Drive (Fox Run Shopping Center Bear, Delaware)

DATE and TIME:
Friday July 23, 2010, 5:58 p.m.

Victim(s):
Citizen’s Bank

Suspect(s):
White male, mid 40’s, 6-0, 250 lbs., large build, unshaven facial hair, wearing a khaki colored hat and short sleeved yellow shirt.

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Delaware State Police Friday July 23, 2010 responded to the Citizen’s Bank located at 146 Fox Hunt Drive Fox Run Shopping Center Bear, Delaware for a Robbery investigation. The robbery occurred around 5:58 p.m. inside of the Acme Supermarket located in the aforementioned location.

State Police Detectives advised a white male described as being in his mid forties, six foot in height and weighing 260 pounds entered the business and made contact with a teller. The suspect preceded to hand the teller a note demanding money. The suspect was given an undisclosed amount of United States currency after which he fled from the supermarket. The suspect did not display a weapon and there are no reported injuries.

The suspect is further described as wearing a khaki colored hat and short sleeved yellow shirt. The suspect had facial hair.

Delaware State Police is asking the citizens help in identifying the suspect pictured below:

Callers may remain anonymous. Tips may also be forwarded to law enforcement through tip lines maintained by Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or on line at http://www.tipsubmit.com/.

BARRICADE ENDS IN CARROLL COUNTY

(Sykesville, MD) – Maryland State Police have successfully rescued a 61-year-old man after barricading himself in his residence since noon yesterday.

Shortly before 9:00 p.m., the man, who is not being identified at this time, surrendered to state police after multiple attempts made by negotiators from the Hostage Recovery Team and the Maryland State Police Special Tactical Assault Team Element (S.T.A.T.E. Team). The man exited the residence, alone and without injury. He was immediately taken into police custody and transported to Carroll Hospital Center in Westminster for an evaluation.

There was no one else found in the residence. There were no injuries. The man was alone when he barricaded himself in the house. Criminal charges are pending.

Around noon today, troopers responded to a single family home at the 900-block of Streaker Road in Sykesville, to check on the welfare of the man who was reportedly inside the home. When troopers arrived, gunshots were heard coming from inside the house. Troopers immediately established a perimeter. Streaker Road was closed from Route 97 to Route 94.

The collective expertise of numerous experts in tactical operations and hostage negotiations contributed to accomplishing the overall goal of resolving the situation peacefully and without injuries. Troopers from the Westminster Barrack, the Maryland State Police Special Tactical Assault Team Element (STATE Team), negotiators from the Hostage Recovery Team and Trooper 3 from the Frederick Aviation Section responded to the scene. Winfield Community Volunteer Fire Department and Sheriff Deputies from the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office assisted. Streaker Road will be reopened at approximately 11:00 p.m. tonight.

REWARD OFFERED IN HIT AND RUN INVESTIGATION - UP TO $10,000 OFFERED

(Annapolis, MD) – A reward of $10,000 is being offered for information leading to the arrest of the individual responsible for a hit and run that killed a highway worker in Annapolis on eastbound Rt. 50 at Bay Dale Drive on June 3, 2010.

Ghassen A. Sabra, 52, of Goldsboro, North Carolina, was working under contract with the Maryland State Highway Administration, when he was killed by an unknown vehicle. State police CRASH Team investigators believe he was in the roadway when he was struck. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Shortly before 1:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 3, 2010, state police at the Glen Burnie Barracks were notified that a Queen Anne’s County ambulance returning to its base was on the scene of a traffic fatality on eastbound Rt. 50 at Bay Dale Drive. The ambulance crew had been a short distance behind a tractor trailer that struck the victim’s body lying in lane two of the highway. Emergency care was immediately provided, but he was deceased.

At this time, there is no description of the vehicle that initially struck Sabra. State police and allied law enforcement agencies do not have any leads or suspects. Anyone who was in the area of Route 50 and Bay Dale Drive between 12:30 a.m. and 1:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 3, 2010, is urged to contact Maryland State Police at the Glen Burnie Barracks at 410-761-5130. Calls may be kept confidential. Persons providing information may be eligible for an award of up to $10,000, being offered by Sabra’s employer, Sabra, Wang, and Associates.

From Kickball To Soccer: Wicomico County’s Adult Social Recreation Program Continues Into The Fall

(Salisbury, MD) Wicomico Recreation, Parks and Tourism’s Social Recreation Program for adults 16 and older will continue this fall with Adult Coed Soccer. Registration is currently open and will be accepted through Friday, September 3 at 5:00pm.

The coed soccer league is for men and women ages sixteen and older. It will feature eight players per side on shorter fields. Games will be played under the lights at the Henry S. Parker Athletic Complex (711 Naylor Mill Road) on Wednesday nights beginning Wednesday, September 8. The league will consist of eight regular season games and will also include playoffs (single elimination). Cleats are recommended but not required (no metal spikes).

Room is still available for individuals, small groups and whole teams. Individuals and small groups will be formed into teams accordingly. Individual registration is $27 per player ($32 for non-Wicomico County residents). Teams can register for $325. There is an additional referee cost of $10 per team/per game. The recommended team size is 12 to 15 players. Players can register at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center Box Office, which is open Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm. Registration forms can be downloaded in advance at www.wicomicorecandparks.org.

With the motto, “We don’t care who comes in first, but we do care if you have fun!” the purpose of Adult Coed Soccer and the Social Recreation Program is to create a unique recreational opportunity where participants can meet new people and socialize with family, friends and colleagues in a relaxed atmosphere. The program offers the perfect opportunity for friends, families, co-workers, congregations, couples and teachers to bond with one another and meet new people.

For those interested in a more competitive environment, Wicomico Recreation is also introducing a competitive Men’s Soccer League this Fall. For more information on either the competitive or recreational soccer leagues please contact Steve Miller at 410-548-4900 x105 or smiller@wicomicocounty.org.

Eric Wargotz Praises Passage Of Border Bill As Good First Step

Wargotz supports increased action to Secure Our Borders

Annapolis
- Today, Eric Wargotz M.D., a candidate for the United States Senate in Maryland, praised the passage of the "Border Bill" that provides $600 million in new funding to increase security along the border with Mexico. "We must secure our borders and this bill helps accomplish that." Wargotz said. The bill includes money for 1500 new border patrol agents, 2 unmanned drones, and military-style bases along the border.

"While this bill is a good first step, we have much more work to do to secure our borders." Wargotz added. "For thirty-four years Senator Mikulski has failed to secure our borders. It is time for new leadership."

Wargotz supports increasing the number of border patrol agents, expanding the use of technology to assist the border patrol, and building a fence to secure our borders.

WBI Press Releases

INCIDENT: Attempted Murder
DATE: August 12, 2010
LOCATION: 1200 Block of Kiowa Ave

NARRATIVE: On August 12, 2010 at 2223 hours the Maryland State Police Salisbury Barrack received a call indicating there was a victim at that residence who had been shot. Trooper, Deputies from the Wicomico Sheriff’s Office and Detectives from the Wicomico Bureau of Investigation responded and located the victim in the living room. EMS from the Salisbury Fire Department responded to treat the victim. The victim was walking in the area of Nikomis Ave alone when he was approached by an unknown suspect and shot. He was transported to PRMC and is expected to make a full recovery.

Anyone with additional information is asked to contact the Wicomico Bureau of Investigation at 410-548-4898 or Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776


INCIDENT: Armed Robbery
DATE: August 11, 2010
LOCATION: 2600 block of Old Ocean City Road

NARRATIVE: On August 11, 2010 at 2205 hours the Wicomico Sheriffs Office received a call indicating there had been an armed robbery at the above location. Deputies Detectives from the Wicomico Bureau of Investigation responded and began the investigation. As the victim’s were closing and leaving the store they were working in, they were approached by three African American Males that forced them to the ground and robbed them of personal items.

Anyone with additional information is asked to contact the Wicomico Bureau of Investigation at 410-548-4898 or Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776

SUSPECTS: Three African American Males, mid 20’s, wearing black bandanas, something covering their heads, dark jeans and shirts.

SHOREBIRDS DOWN BLUECLAWS 2-1 IN SERIES OPENER

Swenson Earns First Win and Startup Earns First Save

Salisbury, Md.
– The Delmarva Shorebirds broke a 1-1 tie in the eighth inning and went onto top the Lakewood BlueClaws 2-1 at FirstEnergy Park on Thursday night. The Shorebirds were outhit 9-4 but managed to win. The ‘Birds are 4-2 this season at FirstEnergy Park.

The Shorebirds sprinted ahead in the first inning. After the first two batters struck out, Brian Conley hit a double to right field. It was his first at-bat since hurting his quad on July 31. Then, Kieron Pope hit a chopper to third that tipped off the glove of Stephen Batts and into shallow right field, allowing Conley to score.

Lakewood knotted the affair at 1-1 in the fifth. Keoni Ruth hit a lead off double down the left field line. Two batters later, Leandro Castro hit a check-swing flare into shallow left field to plate Ruth.

The Shorebirds regained the lead in the eighth inning. T.J. Baxter reached on a fielder’s choice. He then stole his team high 29th base of the season. With one out, Ty Kelly ripped a double down the right field line to plate Baxter and give the ‘Birds a 2-1 edge.

Aaron Swenson earned the win in two shutout innings. He relieved Brent Allar in the sixth inning and allowed just two hits.

Will Startup earned his first save of the season by shutting down the BlueClaws in the eighth and ninth innings. Startup fanned three batters in the two innings.

Brent Allar pitched well in a starting role. In five innings, he allowed seven hits and one run.

Lakewood’s second reliever Ebelin Lugo was pinned with the loss.

The Shorebirds and BlueClaws square off in game two on Friday night at 7:05 p.m. RHP Kenny Moreland makes the start for Delmarva.