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Sunday, August 10, 2014
BREAKING NEWS: Rory McIlroy wins PGA Championship
24 People Stuck On Ride At Six Flags In Prince George's County Released
WASHINGTON -- Fire and rescue crews at Six Flags America in Prince George's County freed 24 people stuck on a roller coaster Sunday afternoon.
The ride became stuck around 2:30 p.m. with 17 adults and seven kids aboard, suspended 80 feet off the ground. Given umbrellas and water by rescue crews while they waited, no injuries were initially reported.
It was 7 p.m. before the last rider was safely on the ground.
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The ride became stuck around 2:30 p.m. with 17 adults and seven kids aboard, suspended 80 feet off the ground. Given umbrellas and water by rescue crews while they waited, no injuries were initially reported.
It was 7 p.m. before the last rider was safely on the ground.
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Md. 2-year-old girl dead after being shot
A two-year-old girl is dead after being shot Sunday afternoon in Landover, Md., Prince George's County Fire said. Authorities originally said the victim was a three-year-old.
The shooting happened in the 6900 block of Forest Terrace in Landover, Md., authorities said.
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The shooting happened in the 6900 block of Forest Terrace in Landover, Md., authorities said.
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JUST IN: Riders Stuck On Roller Coaster At Six Flags In Maryland
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PG County Maryland - Six Flags Amusement Park - Hi Angle rescue underway - 24 Riders stranded about 80 Ft up the Track. Hearing it may be the Jokers Jinx Roller coaster.
Neil Abercrombie Ousted In Hawaii Primary
Abercrombie is the first sitting U.S. governor to lose renomination since 2010.
As primary results came in showing Abercrombie badly trailing David Ige, the special Senate primary between incumbent Brian Schatz and challenger Colleen Hanabusa was still too close to call.
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Delmar School District Disrupts Thousands Of Parents
I'm not sure if you experience the same problem in other Counties or school districts but last year we received extremely early morning calls, (like 5:00 AM) and multiple calls that had absolutely NOTHING to do with our Grandson.
We don't want to hear about every single thing going on at Delmar High School and with today's technology you'd think they could break those phone calls down to a specific grade level.
Nevertheless, this morning we received yet another phone call at 7:00 AM to give updates on the upcoming school year. REALLY, 7:00 AM on a SUNDAY!
Granted, I have been up since 5:30 AM but this is one of the days my Wife gets to sleep in, not today. On behalf of ALL of the Parents from Delmar, CUT IT OUT!
Man Dies In Ocean On Assateague Federal Park
Berlin Fire EMS was dispatched to Assateague Federal Park off road zone at approximately 11:30 last night for a reported male subject approximately 30 years old, disappeared in the surf while swimming.
The body was recovered about an hour later and attempts to revive him were unsuccessful. He was transported to Atlantic General where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
The body was recovered about an hour later and attempts to revive him were unsuccessful. He was transported to Atlantic General where he was pronounced dead on arrival.
Presidential Highs And Lows In Approval Ratings
Highest: 69 percent (January 2009)
Lowest: 38 percent (multiple, most recent October 2011)
Highest: 90 percent (September 2001)
Lowest: 25 percent (October 2008)
Highest: 73 percent (December 1998)
Lowest: 37 percent (June 1993)
BREAKING NEWS: OFFICIAL STATEMENT OF SALISBURY CITY COUNCILWOMAN TERRY E. COHEN
OFFICIAL STATEMENT OF
SALISBURY CITY COUNCILWOMAN
TERRY E. COHEN
August 4, 2014
Over the last seven-plus years, I have been blessed to have been entrusted by the people of Salisbury, specifically District 2, to serve as their representative on this council. Having this opportunity to work toward improving the quality of life for others came not once-in-a-lifetime, but twice for me. My heart is filled with gratitude for that trust and for the support I received from all over the city.
Therefore, I know those I represent will understand when I say that today is my last council meeting and why that is so.
Throughout my entire time on council, my husband, my children and other members of my family have given me the love, support and yes, sacrifices, that make this kind of service possible. My family and I have achieved an amazing amount of balance together to enable me to accomplish what I have for them and for you. This has also been possible due to the support of many people in Salisbury who understood from the very start that I am a wife, a mother and a business owner, as well as their public servant.
However, during the course of the last ten months or so, my family and I have experienced some major life changes, including a recent tragic loss. What lies ahead for us will demand such an extent of my time and attention that my continued service as a council member will not be possible at a level that I demand of myself. My family and I have discussed numerous possibilities to try to enable my service to continue until the end of my second term, but no option does justice to either my family or my service to you.
Often, at this point in a farewell statement, public officials will list a number of their accomplishments, joint or solo. Of course, there are many things I did of which I am proud, most especially working with others to bring Salisbury to a higher level of governmental transparency, fiscal responsibility and violent crime reduction.
I will not be going through a long list today. That kind of reflection is better reserved for another time and place.
Sometimes, a departing public official will list a number of their grievances, but this is not a political decision. If such analysis is to be done, it also requires another time and place.
Right now, the proverbial plate is as full as my heart. My last actual day will be this Friday, August 8th, to afford time for closure of some matters with constituents, staff and governmental colleagues. To my fellow public officials – whether elected or appointed, paid or volunteer -- and to my successor, I wish you much luck in your work on behalf of the people of Salisbury and wish you wisdom in all your decisions.
Cohen – Official Statement – Page 2
To the people of Salisbury, thank you for giving me this incredible opportunity to serve you. Even after my time on council is done, as my situation may permit in the future, I hope to continue to assist you in whatever way I can.
Together with my family and friends, you have enabled me to continue my lifelong commitment to the words of Hillel, addressing the issues of personal responsibility, social responsibility and the urgency of both:
If I am not for myself,
Who will be for me?
If I am only for myself,
What am I?
And if not now, when?
I thank G-d for the many blessings I have today, but most of all, for my family. To my husband, to my children, to my entire family, including those we have lost, thank you for your contributions – so often unrecognized – and for your love and support.
Originally published at 7:30 PM
Originally published at 7:30 PM
OC Firefighter Responds To Viral Attack By The Media
The aggressive politically motivated efforts in the media to personally attack my integrity, and challenge my lifelong commitment to public service, shall not go unanswered. My actions on July 26th during the bridge failure, was to protect two pedestrians walking in traffic on Rt. 50 by removing them from harm’s way. My decision was warranted, necessary, and my duty as a Firefighter/Paramedic without discrimination. My dedication to the citizens of this community, and their safety, will not be suppressed.
Posted 10:05pm
Original Post can be found HERE
OC Employee Gave Ride To Girls With Alcohol During Bridge Ordeal
OCEAN CITY — An unidentified Ocean City employee has been disciplined for a clear lack of good judgment after providing a ride to private citizens carrying unopened alcohol in a town ambulance during last month’s Route 50 Bridge breakdown.
Around 3 p.m. on, July 26, the Route 50 bridge was stuck in the open position following a routine, scheduled open-closure during peak travel time on a busy Saturday afternoon. The bridge remained stuck in the open position for about five hours, causing gridlock throughout the resort and outward along Route 50, Route 90, Route 589 and Route 54 and into Lower Sussex County.
During the heightened response time for Ocean City emergency responders, a town employee on an ambulance allowed two female individuals to ride in a city emergency vehicle while they were carrying alcohol, in what was at worst an egregious violation and at best a temporary lapse in judgment. Ocean City officials recently learned of the incident after receiving a complaint from a witness.
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Around 3 p.m. on, July 26, the Route 50 bridge was stuck in the open position following a routine, scheduled open-closure during peak travel time on a busy Saturday afternoon. The bridge remained stuck in the open position for about five hours, causing gridlock throughout the resort and outward along Route 50, Route 90, Route 589 and Route 54 and into Lower Sussex County.
During the heightened response time for Ocean City emergency responders, a town employee on an ambulance allowed two female individuals to ride in a city emergency vehicle while they were carrying alcohol, in what was at worst an egregious violation and at best a temporary lapse in judgment. Ocean City officials recently learned of the incident after receiving a complaint from a witness.
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WCSO Press Release 8-4-14 (Attempted First Degree Murder)
Date of Incident: August 4, 2014
Location: 7200 Block of Rockawalkin Road in Hebron, MD
Narrative: This morning, Wicomico County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the Peninsula Regional Medical Center regarding a subject who had been brought into the Emergency Room with extensive injuries sustained during an assault.
Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis has confirmed that 31 year old Zachary Swanson of Hebron was savagely beaten and nearly killed by two cohabitants of a Hebron home in which the three shared with others on Rockawalkin Road. The incident began shortly after 1AM this morning when the suspects, following an argument with the victim, commenced to beating the victim. The suspects then attempted to forcibly carve a unique tattoo, consistent with the Juggalos Cult, from the victim’s arm. Unable to successfully remove the tattoo, the suspects doused the victim’s arm with a flammable liquid, set fire to it, severely burning and charring the same.
After being left on the ground for several hours without medical treatment, the victim was ultimately driven to the PRMC where he was examined and subsequently flown to a Baltimore burn center for further treatment.
Members of the Wicomico Bureau of Investigation have assumed investigative responsibility for this case and have arrested and charged the following two suspects:
1) Paul Martin Hurst 33 YOA, Hebron, MD
2) Cary Lee Edwards 35 YOA, Williamsburg, VA.
Each man has been charged with the following:
1) Attempted First Degree Murder
2) Attempted Second Degree Murder
3) First Degree Assault
4) Second Degree Assault
5) Reckless Endangerment
6) Deadly Weapon
Detectives from the WBI are currently executing a Search Warrant on the Rockawalkin home and on the vehicle used to transport the victim to the hospital. Based on preliminary investigation, detectives are exploring the strong possibility that those involved are affiliated with Juggalos, a cult following of the Insane Clown Posse, an American hip hop duo from Detroit, Michigan, originally known as the JJ Boyz and Inner City Posse, a group that has introduced supernatural and horror-themed lyrics as a means of distinguishing itself stylistically.
Any questions can be directed to the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office at 410-548-4891 or 410-548-4898.
Releasing Authority: Sheriff Michael A. Lewis
Date: 4 August 2014
Show Some CLASS Laura Mitchell
A Letter To The Editor: "Car shopping in the knee high grass"
I am sure I will hear the excuse I can shop online, and yes I have, but I still want to see what I am thinking of buying.
Fact is, I was at Toyota in 2012 looking at a Highlander, and it was the same exact way, in the same unmowed field.
What ever happened to having pride in your business?
Maryland's Foreclosures In May Jumped Up 7.44% - Ranked 2nd in Nation - Closing in on No. 1 Spot Held By Florida
2. Maryland
Maryland: 1 in every 578 housing units received a foreclosure filing.
Change in filings from May: Up 7.44 percent
Nationally: 1 in every 1,228
Video: Housing slump continues
'Listed': What is 'luxury' in today's real estate market?
Bing: Cities with the most foreclosures
Windfall Tax on Retirement Income
Adding a tax to your retirement is simply another way of saying to the American people, you're so darn stupid that we're going to keep doing this until we drain every cent from you. Nancy Pelosi wants a Windfall Tax on Retirement Income. In other words tax what you have made by investing toward your retirement. This woman is a nut case! You aren't going to believe this.
Nancy Pelosi wants to put a Windfall Tax on all stock market profits (including Retirement fund, 401K and Mutual Funds!
Alas, it is true - all to help the 12 Million Illegal Immigrants and other unemployed Minorities!
This woman is frightening.
She quotes...' We need to work toward the goal of equalizing income, (didn't Marx say something like this?), in our country and at the same time limiting the amount the rich can invest.' (I am not rich, are you?)
When asked how these new tax dollars would be spent, she replied:
'We need to raise the standard of living of our poor, unemployed and minorities. For example, we have an estimated 12 million illegal immigrants in our country who need our help along with millions of unemployed minorities.. Stock market windfall profits taxes could go a long way to guarantee these people the standard of living they would like to have as 'Americans'.
NANCY.... LAST I LOOKED ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS ( TRESPASSERS ) WERE NOT AMERICANS !!!!
A Comment Worthy Of A Post 8-9-14
A Senior Fire Chief has left a new comment on your post "OC Firefighter Responds To Viral Attack By The Med...":
These oats have already been thru the horse. This guy was amplifying his chances for a later chance sexual encounter with one possibly two unfamiliar females and to bolster said chance the use of a City ambulance and uniform. In his little pea brain, he thought he could rationalize and justify this situation so the lights dim on his assinine antics while acting under the auspice of a paramedic.This is NO wise a professional endeavor and I fault the Town for not suspending him right away. He`s another predator whom the Town of Ocean City is both sponsoring and harboring. Number one, there was NO call for service, Two, the fact they were walking indicated no physical malady that needed medical treatment, Three, traffic related issues ARE NOT the business of thr EMS branch of public safety, and on and on. I`d have serious reservations concerning him treating ANY female not in the pulic eye at the time not in plain sight. The Town had better take a close look at this because somewhere down the road there is a lawsuit hiding in the shadows. Had this man been under me he would be relieved immediately.
These oats have already been thru the horse. This guy was amplifying his chances for a later chance sexual encounter with one possibly two unfamiliar females and to bolster said chance the use of a City ambulance and uniform. In his little pea brain, he thought he could rationalize and justify this situation so the lights dim on his assinine antics while acting under the auspice of a paramedic.This is NO wise a professional endeavor and I fault the Town for not suspending him right away. He`s another predator whom the Town of Ocean City is both sponsoring and harboring. Number one, there was NO call for service, Two, the fact they were walking indicated no physical malady that needed medical treatment, Three, traffic related issues ARE NOT the business of thr EMS branch of public safety, and on and on. I`d have serious reservations concerning him treating ANY female not in the pulic eye at the time not in plain sight. The Town had better take a close look at this because somewhere down the road there is a lawsuit hiding in the shadows. Had this man been under me he would be relieved immediately.
A local Fire Chief
BREAKING NEWS: Reagan press secretary’s death ruled homicide
Medical examiner rules recent death of James Brady, wounded in 1981 Reagan assassination attempt, a homicide, raising possibility John Hinckley Jr. could be charged with murder.
12 Questions For ‘Palestine’ Supporters: Can You Even Answer One?!
With proof that Gaza is fudging the number of civilian deaths, Israel stands alone against a world that believes the IDF is to blame for dead Palestinian women and children.
Even more so, Israel has spent centuries defending her right to simply exist (millennia if you count Biblical texts).
However, even looking back to 1948, Israel has been a constant target of her Arab enemies, which make up more than 600 times the size of the only Jewish state in the world.
Still, Hamas and Palestine supporters spew unfounded “history” as reason for the destruction of Israel. So, we have a few questions for these anti-Semitics. Perhaps one day someone can answer them:
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Even more so, Israel has spent centuries defending her right to simply exist (millennia if you count Biblical texts).
However, even looking back to 1948, Israel has been a constant target of her Arab enemies, which make up more than 600 times the size of the only Jewish state in the world.
Still, Hamas and Palestine supporters spew unfounded “history” as reason for the destruction of Israel. So, we have a few questions for these anti-Semitics. Perhaps one day someone can answer them:
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