State Police Shut Down Camden Drug Operation

Camden – The Delaware State Police Kent County Drug Unit have concluded a two month undercover drug investigation which resulted in the arrests of 3 Dover persons. Undercover troopers, with the assistance of the DSP Special Operations Response Team (SORT), executed the residential search warrant this morning at approximately 6:00 am at a home in the unit block of Hickory Drive, Briar Park, Dover. The investigation surrounded the illegal distribution of crack cocaine.

Throughout the course of the investigation, detectives identified several persons who reside in the home as persons responsible for the illegal distribution of narcotics. During the execution of the search warrant, one of the occupants, Carlos O. Benson, 33 of Dover, obtained several individual bags of crack cocaine, weighing approximately 8 grams (1/4 ounce), and attempted to conceal his person by hiding in a bed with three children. The children were a 7 year old male, 4 year old male and a 3 year old female.

When detectives encountered Mr. Benson and began questioning him in regards to the investigation, they observed him swallowing the crack cocaine. Benson informed investigators he ingested approximately 8 grams of crack cocaine in an effort to conceal the drugs from police. Due to the medical concern surrounding the fact he ingested cocaine, medical assistance was provided by Delaware State Police personnel on the scene. He was later taken by ambulance to Kent General Hospital where he has been admitted.

During a later search of the residence, additional crack cocaine packaged for sale weighing approximately .7 grams, digital scales, and additional packaging material was located. The bags were consistent with the crack cocaine filled bags that Carlos Benson placed in his mouth. Furthermore, several individual bags of marijuana, a second digital scale, and more packaging material were located. The marijuana weighed 29.7 grams.

As a result of the investigation, the following charges were levied against the below persons who reside in the home:

Arrest warrants have been obtained for Carlos O. Benson, 33 of Dover for Possession with the Intent to Deliver Crack Cocaine, Maintaining a Dwelling, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Conspiracy 2nd, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Endangering the Welfare of a Child (3 counts). He will be charged once released from the hospital.

Erica N. Banks, 25 of Dover was arrested for Possession with the Intent to Deliver Crack Cocaine, Maintaining a Dwelling, Conspiracy 2nd, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Endangering the Welfare of a Child (3 counts). She was released on a $14,000 unsecured bail.

Jonathan N. King, 27 of Dover was arrested for Possession with the Intent to Deliver Marijuana, Maintaining a Dwelling, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. He was released on a $6,000 unsecured bond.

Mayor Barrie Tilghman Is One Scary Individual

"Tilghman said she does not anticipate any disciplinary action for the council members."

In today's Daily Times article the Mayor was quoted as making the above statement, surely in an attempt to make the Council Members look as if she was doing them a favor. The fact of the matter is, there's no documentation anywhere stating anything was confidential. More importantly, if there's litigation, there's litigation, period! When she stated it was then a verbal thing by Wilber, he refused to concur with the Mayor.

Why would the Mayor want to hold this information back from the public? The answer is pretty clear, she wanted to keep it from the VOTERS in the upcoming Mayoral Election. The Tilghman Administration is well recognized for pulling all sorts of tricks like this in the past. The Council Members work for the Taxpayers, not the Mayor. If Council Members feel this kind of information is important to the public, I feel it is their duty to bring it to light. I guess the timing wasn't very good for Mr. I'm Instrumental In The WWTP Comegys.

Mayor Barrie Tilghman's reputation, (worth $9,999.00) was severely damaged yesterday by only ONE Blogger, NOT "several" and that Blogger was admittedly, ME! What GA Harrison didn't say in his earlier Post was how Barrie Tilghman actually thought she had one up on the Press yesterday, looked right at GA and then stuck out her tongue out at him. My Grandson was explaining to his Grandmother when we got home how the Mayor was sticking out her tongue and that's not nice.

That didn't bother GA one bit as he immediately started telling the Mayor how it was on another website before I produced the information as well as it being exposed on the Bill Reddish Show almost 2 hours earlier. Mayor Tilghman's face got as red as a fire truck and she shut her mouth fast! She then headed for the door with Wilber running a close second.

Let me give you an example of how a business owner would look at this. OK, here we have thousands of stock holders, (you the taxpayers) who hold ALL the value of the company. You HIRE or VOTE in 5 Officers who are supposed to be the best qualified people you can find to run the day to day business of YOUR City/Business. Now, a VERY serious situation, $84,000,000.00 worth of YOUR investment goes bad, what do YOU expect to happen?

Do you expect the 5 Board Members to HIDE it from YOU? I mean, after all, YOU'RE the ones who could possibly be getting sued! Let's say these Board Members were just days away from an election and ONE of your Board Members will be running for the CEO/President/Mayor position to lead these 5 Board Members, saying he's more qualified than ANY of those 5 Board Members. He has the inside scoop on something gone very bad and rather than HIM going to the shareholders of the company, (YOU) he agrees to keep it quiet with the others because he desperately and they desperately want to get hired in as the new CEO/President.

Gary Comegys could have been the one to come forward with this information and proved to ALL OF YOU that there's going to be a whole new kind of leadership in the City of Salisbury and he's NOT going to put up with this crap any more. But that didn't happen, did it. Instead, because someone leaked this information, the current Mayor/CEO/President of the company isn't going to take any disciplinary action against them. They did nothing wrong. They informed all of the share holders there was something very wrong with their company and because the Mayor, Comegys, Smith & Shields desperately wanted to keep this information from you, YOU should FIRE THEM IMMEDIATELY!

The disciplinary action should be YOU taking these people down by NOT voting for them. Imagine just how many other things that have happened you and I weren't aware of. Look back at the Consultants letter again where he clearly states they have been plagued with problems since the very beginning of the project. IS THAT SO! What were those problems? Did any of YOU stock holders know about all of these other problems?

This is your City. Every time you pay a tax bill, YOU are reinvesting back into that company. How's it working for you Folks? It's time you get a new Board of Directors and keep the one that has been honest all along. You want those members that would be willing to take risks to let YOU know what's going on in YOUR company. Each and every City of Salisbury Taxpayer/Voter needs to get out to the polls on the 7th and vote for Jim Ireton, Debbie Campbell and Cynthia Polk.

I personally think this is the very end of Gary Comegys for Mayor. For once YOU have total control. Use your power through your votes and make the right decision. Get Jim, Debbie & Cynthia in to replace the people that were trying to HIDE vital information from you. Lord knows what these people are going to have to face once there's a leadership change but better now than later, that's for sure.

Camden Neighborhood Forum Update #2

I have received an email from Mr. Boda, explaining that he will be attending the viewing of a very recently deceased close friend on Thursday evening. He sends regrets that he will, for that reason, not be able to attend the Camden Neighborhood Association's Mayoral and Council Candidate Forum. Our condolences are extended.

We will continue with our plans to host the forum.

The candidates scheduled to attend are: Debbie Campbell, Cynthia Polk, Jim Ireton. Mrs. Shields has yet to send a reply to the invitation.

Tim Spies
President, Camden Neighborhood Association

3-26-09 at 7:15 PM at the Bethany Lutheran Church.

A Letter To The Editor

The article in the DT is way off when I read it, I thought to myself was anyone
from the DAILY TIMES even at the announcement? The county is predicting $12
million less revenues for the 2009 Fiscal year, not in 2010. The county has
taken steps to make sure they are on budget as the charter mandates so that the
budget is balanced-there will not be a decifit per Mr. Politt. They are only
accurate in addressing the fact that there are no lay-offs or furloughs and we
are in a hiring freeze. Mr. Politt asked all his departments to cut their
budgets by 10% of FY09 but not all the budget figures are in, not all the
revenues are collected-Hello, FY09 ends on Jun 09-and the $117 million is the
current budget the county has worked with in FY09-all the 2010 numbers they keep
referring to are not only 09 numbers, 2010 numbers aren't going to be released
til April 2nd, 2009 so the public can comment. Why does the dt keep referring
to the 2010 budget when it has not been released yet? Where is the shortfall
when less revenue has already been taken into account.

Looters Loose In Wicomico County ...

... County Council Proposes Plunder "In the Name of the People"

Wicomico Sheriff Mike Lewis can't help you. The state police can't either. Sadly, they may soon be required to help enforce the legalized theft of Wicomico farm land.

Last week, the left leaning majority of the Wicomico County Council voted to move forward with legislation which will steal from our county's farmers while making it that much easier for you to be the next victim. Suck it up! It's for the "public good".

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JIM IRETON PRESS RELEASE

Major policy announcement concerning reducing crime in Salisbury

Today, 3/24, 4:15 p.m. – 4:35 p.m.

Light Street & Newton Street.

It’s Time To Make Salisbury The Safest City In Maryland

Jim Ireton, candidate for Mayor of Salisbury, will be announcing his plan for reducing crime in Salisbury.

Jim will be talking with residents and that will be followed by Jim’s approximately 5-10 minute speech. The event will conclude no later than 4:45 p.m., and possibly earlier. Jim will be available for questions at this event.

The Fight Against Graffiti Continues In Delaware

Update #1 DSP News Release: Tuesday, March 24, 2009- The Fight Against Graffiti Continues… More Arrests Made

Prices Corner- The third and final suspect (14-years-old) implicated in this case turned himself in to authorities at Troop 6 this evening. He was charged with 23 counts of Graffiti and 16 counts of Conspiracy. He was released into his parents custody.

More Arrests Made

Location of Incident: Various locations throughout the Millcreek / Newark / Prices Corner areas- New Castle County

Three juvenile boys (ages 15, 15, and 14) residing in the Millcreek area. Their names are being withheld due to their ages and the fact that these are misdemeanor offenses.

Resume: It all started on Friday the 13th. A little over a week ago, Troopers were called to the Wal-Mart on Centerville road for the report of a routine shoplifting. When officers arrived on the scene, the contacted two juvenile boys who were caught trying to steal spray-paint.

The youngsters were transported back to Troop 6 where their parents also responded. Some initial discussion took place and Troopers soon learned that one of the subjects in custody was responsible for several acts of graffiti plaguing the area.

Both boys were initially released on this day as the investigation was to continue. Three days later, the prime graffiti suspect returned to Troop 6 with his mother to cooperate further. The suspect drove throughout the Troop 6 area and pointed out his work to the officer. Other valuable information was also uncovered. Thus, with the help of this suspect, and the cooperation of his parent, Troopers were able to locate the areas of graffiti he was responsible for.

Warrants were completed, and on March 23rd both boys returned to the Troop for processing. The first boy was charged with a single count each of Graffiti and Conspiracy. The second (prime) subject was charged with 23 counts of Graffiti and 16 counts of Conspiracy. Both juveniles were released back into their parents’ custody with a court date pending in Family Court.

The third suspect is expected to turn himself in to authorities in the days to come.

This case started on Friday the 13th and the battle against graffiti continues.

Barrie Blames Everything On The Blogs

Listen as Barrie blames the ills of the city on bloggers and the only two councilwomen with integrity.

City Under Siege

The Race Is Over For Mayor Of Salisbury

One of the newest features we have added to Salisbury News is the audio file links below the Weather on the right hand side of this Blog. I strongly ask that you click on the newest audio called, Gary Comegys - WWTP. It is the most recent interview of Barrie Tilghman and Gary Comegys on her weekly radio show. The clip only lasts a few seconds but it clearly spells out how proud the two of them are about the WWTP and they never exposed the serious problems.

The Mayor said yesterday she wanted to wait to expose the problems at the WWTP until some time in April. Well, she wouldn't be Mayor any more and she covered this story up because she knew for a fact, if exposed, Gary Comegys would lose the Mayoral Election to Jim Ireton.

With the volume of hits we received yesterday, trust me, Comegys is toast! I want each and every one of you to seriously take a look at the Comegys followers now and realize just what scams these people will allow right under your noses. If TJ Maloney and Richard Insley still stand proud behind Gary Comegys while HE KNEW what was going on and they still support him, well, I don't need to say much more about them now, do I.

It's all about who and what ALL of his supporters represent. It's all about who gets the big contracts like a $84,000,000.00 WWTP or a $14,000,000.00 Fire Palace. It's about a $170,000.00 Hazmat TRAILER for the Fire Department and $5,000,000.00 worth of new Fire Trucks! There are perks in it for everyone involved and when it hits the fan, guys like Comegys are nowhere to be found.

Come on Gary, why weren't YOU at the Press Conference standing up proud and repeating what you said in this interview? Where was Louise Smith, supporting the Mayor and saying it was confidential information? Why did Paul Wilber REFUSE to answer GA Harrison's question time and time again, "Did you tell the Council this was privileged information?" Wilber REFUSED to answer him. That silence is truly deafening!

First the Mayor said it was confidential information. Then she was challenged by EVERYONE in the room saying everyone had seen the documents and nowhere on them were the words CONFIDENTIAL. After about two or three times the Mayor then changed her tune and said, well the City Attorney verbally told them that. So that's when GA went on the attack and Wilber refused to answer and just walked away. TWO Council Members said that was NOT TRUE! Funny thing is, you haven't heard GARY say to the Press that Wilber verbally told them it was confidential. Why, because it was NEVER said. That's why Wilber NEVER answered.

YOU need to get out there and vote for Jim Ireton Folks. If you want to know the TRUTH about what's going on in the City, he's the only one you can trust. Don't just think he's got it in the bag. You need to physically get out there and show your support. Show this Administration ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!

Gary, you cannot hide any more. We will provide more audio and video clearly showing how you supported the WWTP project, yet you tried to pull a fast one with the Mayor and cover it up. The Daily Times is trying to pamper this story and they're even using it to get more paper sales by not putting it on line. Who cares anyway, they can find the truth here.

VOTE for Jim Ireton Folks and let's put this thing to rest. Click on the link to the right and listen to Gary = Bary. You'll love it!

Click this link to hear Gary boast of his great accomplishment at the WWTP Gary Comegys - WWTP

Barrie Tilghman, PooGate, and Putting Lipstick On That $80+ Million Pig

"Ahead of schedule and under budget." How many times have we heard outgoing Salisbury Mayor Barrie Tilghman and her ace partner-in-crime Gary Comegys make that claim regarding the city's new waste water treatment plant (WWTP)? Unfortunately for the water and sewer ratepayers (and possibly the city's property tax payers), the facts are starting to "leak" out.

Rather than come clean with the citizens of Salisbury, Tilghman is desperately trying to slather some more lipstick on that $80+ million pig known as the WWTP. Now that the cat is out of the bag (sorry for all of the four legged metaphors), Tilghman wants to divert attention away from the gross deficiencies and potentially disastrous fiscal ramifications of her "engineering marvel".

Her solution? Blame it on the blogs.

NO, I'm not kidding!

And WAIT! We haven't even been treated to Gary Comegys' spin on this yet.

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Moving To Salisbury

The following message was sent to me last night. I told this young lady that I would Post it and told her to keep an eye on comments.

"Hello. I discovered your blog while searching for information about the town. I will be moving to Salisbury in a few weeks. As a single woman, I'm very concerned with the crime rate in the area. I am looking at the apartments downtown on Poplar Hill Avenue. Is this a safe area? And, if not, would you be able to recommend some safe neighborhoods? This list might also be a good addition to your blog for others who maybe moving into town.

Thanks for help. I appreciate it."

From WMDT Top Story

Controversy Surrounds Salisbury WWTP
By KEIRA BENSON
(SALISBURY, MD -- WMDT) 3/23/2009

Parts of the Salisbury City Wastewater Treatment Plant are supposed to be up and running by May first in order to meet a Maryland Department of the Environment deadline. But, according to an email sent by John Pick, the plant is far from meeting that deadline.

"That deadline is only five weeks away now. There is a serious question of whether or not we're going to be able to meet that based on the problems we've had," said City Councilwoman Debbie Campbell.

According to the email, the City has hired a specialist who, for roughly $20,000, says he can get things going. In a separate letter, the specialist says it sounds like the plant has been plagued with physical and mechanical problems since start-up. Campbell says that's not the message the public has received.

"The public message has been that we are on time and ready to go," said Campbell.

While the public may have been left out of the loop, it's unclear how much the council members knew.

"I can't discuss certain issues that have been disclosed in closed session," said Campbell.

On top of it all, Campbell says she's under the impression the wastewater treatment system the City is working on has not been installed anywhere else.

"A guinea pig. That's the impression I get," said Campbell.

Salisbury Mayor Barrie Tilghman held a press conference on the issues at the plant Monday after she says information was leaked to the media. She says it was confidential because there could be litigation pending and she doesn't want to jeopardize it.

Tilghman says, "What we were doing was to try and get the consultant in here to give us a better idea of what was going on . . . brief the Council and the first week in April hopefully talk to the public about this."

City Councilwoman Terry Cohen, who says she did not release the information, says it was not marked confidential. The City has filed for an extension from MDE. They're hoping to push the May deadline back by a few months.

Today's WWTP Article Not On Line

City faces

Sewer plant

hurdles

By Laura D’Alessandro

Staff Writer

SALISBURY — The city

has hit some obstacles in the

state-of-the-art upgrade to the

wastewater treatment plant,

Mayor Barrie Parsons Tilghman

announced Monday. As a

result, a new consultant has

been hired to determine the

cause of the problem and

how to proceed.

“I am optimistic that once

the consultant is brought in,

his experience and expertise

is going to greatly help us,”

said Council President

Louise Smith.

The plant project upgrade

has cost $80 million to date.

Tilghman said about 40 percent

of the cost has been

funded by the Maryland

Department of the Environment

and the federal

Environmental Protection

Agency after the city worked

with the two agencies for

years to develop an acceptable

plan and successfully

tested a pilot version of the

design in the mid-1990s.

There have been hiccups

throughout the years during

the construction phase of the

upgrade — nearly 1 million

gallons of sewage have been

spilled since 2005.

Tilghman said Monday

that certain filters within the

upgraded system that drive

the biological nutrient

removal process have slowed

in efficiency and have

delayed the testing of anoth-

Porkulus

Joe Albero Shuts Down The Daily Times

Yesterday, SBYNews broke the story that the $84 million dollar wastewater facility that had been completed six months ago was still not in compliance with MDE standards (pumping raw sewage into the Wicomico River). This “unique” (untried) method of wastewater treatment was, and is still not working after six months of operation, which means basically, in my taking of this information, that the City of Salisbury has been pumping raw sewage into the Wicomico River for the last six months?

WWTF Failure

Since the story broke on SBYNews.com, many people wanted to comment on the story on the Daily Times’ website, only to find that they were suddenly not registered members, and were not able to comment on any of the Daily times’ stories. I actually went to the degree of trying to sign up as a new user under a different email address, and was never sent the confirming email to set up the account. This is the epitome of why the Daily Times needs to drown with the Tilghman, Comegys, Shields, corporation and to destroy the Salisbury club.

This is truly not only a shame to the Great City of Salisbury, but an insult to the citizens of this great City. We are steadfast in our efforts to curb crime and overspending and to bring a greater class to Salisbury, but our Great Leader, with her own agenda, along with Gary Comegys, trashes the common good for her own agenda time and again.

As a result of this ridiculous sham that the mayor talked so proudly of just in the last 2 weeks, I have nothing to say but to vote against Mr. Comegys, who has been a solid proponent for this system, Vote for Jim Ireton for Mayor, and Ms. Campbell who has been a solid opponent to this system, and get Shanie out of office just because she can’t tell “Wastewater” from “Shinola” when it comes to crime statistics. Ms Polk is running against her, and needs to be put in to this position.

I want to furthermore use this opportunity to urge all the registered voters out there that there is a serious need that just for one day out of your lives that you need to come out and vote, The image is clear, and you know how it has to go, but without your vote, the incumbents stand a chance of winning. A few minutes of your time at the polls is nothing compared to the gross overspending of your tax dollars Voting this time is equivalent of reducing your taxes, and seeing an improved City of Salisbury.

Orsonwells

Star Tribune Comic

James M. Bennett High Hosts Argentinian Singer Justo Lamas

James M. Bennett High Hosts Argentinian Singer Justo Lamas in Concert for 600 Shore Spanish Students, 10 a.m. Tuesday, March 24

James M. Bennett High School will host a concert by Argentinian singer/motivational speaker Justo Lamas, from 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, in the Bennett Auditorium. Some 600 students from middle and high school Spanish classes from public and private schools in Wicomico, Worcester, Dorchester and Caroline counties will attend this concert.

Justo Lamas is a motivational speaker/singer from Buenos Aires, Argentina. He will be available after the concert to "meet and greet" with the students. Find out more about Justo Lamas at http://justolamas.com/index2.php

"I saw Justo in concert at the North East Conference for Foreign Language Teachers in New York City last March. I was impressed with his energy and his message and decided to see if he was available to come here," said Sharon Birch, Spanish I/II teacher at JMB. "I felt at the time that he was someone with whom my students might be able to connect. One of my primary goals in teaching Spanish is to make it as 'real' as possible. Anything that may get them excited about studying Spanish, anything that may add to their vocabulary, anything that is positive and encouraging, is something in which I am interested."

Lamas strongly encourages prior preparation, and really wants the students to be familiar with his songs before he comes. JMB All-State Singers Leah Carpenter and Grace Cho, both Spanish III students, will join Lamas onstage to sing, while other students will also participate in the concert.

"My students have been working with these songs periodically all year. Several have learned to play one of his songs on their band instruments and several are going to sing or dance with him on stage," Birch said. "To say that we are getting excited is putting it mildly."

Texas Hold'em Tournament

Bluegrass Music’s Entertainers Of The Year

DAILEY & VINCENT
And Their Band
http://www.daileyvincent.com

Saturday April 25, 2009 7:00pm
Washington High School Auditorium
RT 13S, Princess Anne, Md.

Proceeds from this concert support a community youth ministry sponsored by Holly Grove Mennonite and Rehobeth Presbyterian Churches
Tickets on sale at:

Earle Teat Music
Delmar, Del

How Sweet It Is
Eden, Md

Harris Ace Hardware
Princess Anne, Md

Harris Ace Hardware
Pocomoke City, Md

Tickets by Phone
410-726-4534

E-Mail Contact
mennolite@aol.com


2008 IBMA
Entertainers of the Year
Vocal Group of the Year
Emerging Artist of the Year
Male Vocalist of the Year
Gospel Recorded Perfomance


Hosted by
The Menno’lite
Quartet

$20.00
In Advance

$25.00
At the Door

FRIED CHICKEN DINNER

FRIED CHICKEN DINNER
SUNDAY, MARCH 29, 2009
12 NOON T0 6 PM
BERLIN FIRE COMPANY
EAT IN/CARRY OUT $10.00
BERLIN FIRE COMPANY’S FAMOUS FRIED CHICKEN
MASHED POTATOES, COLE SLAW, VEGETABLES, ROLL, CAKE,
SODAS, COFFEE, TEA

Wicomico Farm & Home Show Basket Bingo

Fundraiser For Child In Delmar

Dear Friends and Fellow Businesses:

We are seeking the support of the community to come together for our Mayor, Doug Niblett, and his family. Doug’s eight year old grandson, Conner Niblett, has undergone brain surgery. On Saturday, March 28, 2009 @ 7:00 p.m., the Delmar VFW will be holding a benefit for Conner to help the family with expenses during this difficult time.

The community’s help is greatly needed to make this event a success. We are looking for monetary donations as well as items that can be auctioned off at the event. Any means you have available to support this benefit will be greatly appreciated.

Hope to see everyone out Saturday night as we come together for a night of fun to show our support for Conner and his family. Anyone with questions or needing more information please contact the Delmar VFW at (410) 896-3722. Thank you in advance for your anticipated involvement.

FLAT TIRE

Yesterday I had a flat tire on the interstate. So I eased my car over to the shoulder of the road, carefully, got out of the car and opened the trunk. I took out 2 cardboard men, unfolded them and stood them at the rear of my car facing oncoming traffic.

They look so lifelike you wouldn't believe it! They are in trench coats exposing their nude bodies and private parts to the approaching drivers.

To my surprise, cars start slowing down looking at my lifelike men. And of course, traffic starts backing up. Everybody is tooting their horns and waving like crazy.

It wasn't long before a state trooper pulls up behind me. He gets out of his car and starts walking toward me. I could tell he was not a happy camper!

"What's going on here?"

"My car has a flat tire," I said calmly.

"Well, what the hell are those obscene cardboard men doing here by the road?"

I couldn't believe that he didn't know. So I told him, "Hellooooo, those are my emergency flashers!"

GA Harrison's WWTP Post Coming Soon

GA Harrison's WWTP Post will be up at 8:30 this morning. Salisbury News will deliver what the Daily Times refuses to do, tell the truth to YOU.

Four Of Rocks’ Hottest Bands At Civic Centr

Four of Rocks’ Hottest Bands are Slated to Perform at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center

(Salisbury, MD) 3 Doors Down with special guests Hinder, Theory of a Deadman and Black Stone Cherry will rock the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center stage on Tuesday, May 12 at 7:00pm. Tickets go on sale this Friday, March 27 at 10:00am.

Formed in Escatawpa, Mississippi, the resilient 3 Doors Down has blazed a trail as the quintessential rock band, attaining massive mainstream success. Reigning as a genuine force of nature, 3 Doors Down boasts rock n’ rolls most earnest work ethic. “The thoroughly modern American band” crows Billboard, is one part swagger and one part tireless road warriors, brandishing an arsenal of battle-tested radio gems like their breakthrough anthem, “Kryptonite.” Unleashed at the beginning of the decade, the song seemed to capture the band’s heroic climb and steadfast refusal to be pigeonholed as just another rock band.

Ticket prices range from $42.73 to $63. Tickets can be purchased at the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center box office (500 Glen Avenue Salisbury, MD), online at www.WicomicoCivicCenter.org or by phone at 410-548-4911. Additional fees may apply for internet and phone purchases. Produced by Blue Deuce, Red Mountain and Outback Concerts.

You're Gonna Love This!

What's the definition of irreconcilable differences?
When she's melting down her wedding ring to cast it into a bullet.

What's the difference between Biology and Sociology?
When the baby looks like the father, its Biology. When the baby looks like the neighbor, its Sociology!

A couple were being interviewed on their Golden Wedding Anniversary.
"In all that time, did you ever consider divorce?" they were asked."
"Oh, no, not divorce," one said. "Murder sometimes, but never divorce."

Why do people sing "Take Me Out To The Ball Game" when they're already there?

Why do people say "tuna fish?" They don't say "beef mammal" or "chicken bird!"

Life is sexually transmitted.

Kids in the back seat cause accidents; accidents in the back seat cause kids.

Two wrongs don't make a right, but two Wrights made an airplane.

My neighbour`s young son swallowed a quarter, a dime and a nickle.
He was rushed to the hospital.

The next day I asked my neighbour how his son was doing , and he replied, "no change yet".

Americans For Prosperity Maryland

Friends and Fellow Taxpayers of Maryland,

Americans for Prosperity Maryland invites you to our Official Kick Off Press Conference and Rally April 2nd 1pm at The Lawyers Mall at the State House in Annapolis. Tell the Governor and General Assembly how you feel about our economic situation and policies in place!

Americans for Prosperity is a national organization that promotes limited government and free market principles at all levels.

The Maryland Chapter was formed to educate and advocate these principles through grassroot movements because we all have had enough of the failed policies that hurt Maryland. We will be an effective force for improving the economic and governmental landscape so that all Maryland Taxpayers can be prosperous.

But we still need everyone's help and voice! Without concerned citizens like you these events could not take place. It is time to make your mark on behalf of everyone in Maryland!

You can help Maryland by showing up to the Press Conference and signing our petition to Gov. O'Malley and the General Assembly urging them not to accept any Federal money with strings attached at http://www.nostringsmaryland.com/?q=petition

Tim Phillips, the National President of AFP, will be the keynote speaker and an organizational meeting will follow.

AFP has been involved with the Tea Parties that have been organized and have been successful all over the Country. Please support these events to continue the fight for sane economic policies.
We will meet starting at 12:15 at the Navy-Marine Corps Stadium parking lot for free parking and trolley service to the State House.

For questions, comments, or more information please contact State Director Dave Schwartz at dave@afpmaryland.com (443) 797-5144

Or

Nick Loffer afpmd@live.com

Let us all make a difference for Maryland and We hope to see you there!

www.afpmaryland.com

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=51184097772&ref=ts

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8APYDr3Ze-U

http://www.americansforprosperity.com

WBI Pres Release

INCIDENT: Burglaries

DATE: March 23, 2009

LOCATION: Whiteville Road / Pittsville Road

NARRATIVE:

Three suspects in numerous local burglaries & thefts from vehicles have been arrested in Virginia Beach this weekend. The suspects were identified through investigation and then fled to Virginia. Suspects were in possession of a stolen truck which was found in Virginia Beach Hotel by the Virginia Beach Police. The suspects were also in possession of stolen property from Virginia Beach and Wicomico County. Suspects were arrested in Virginia Beach. Investigation continues and anyone with additional information is asked to Call WBI @ 410-548-4898 or if you wish to remain anonymous and possibly receive a reward, contact Crime Solvers @ 510-548-1776.

ACCUSED*:
Robert Larry LeCates, W/M 27 yoa, Pittsville, MD
Erica Uff Derr, W/F, Pittsville, MD
Juvenile, W/M 17 yoa, Pittsville, MD

CHARGES: Burglary, Theft, Theft Scheme

DISPOSITION: LeCates & Derr arrested on VA charges and held on detainers for MD

INVESTIGATING DETECTIVE Detective C. Taylor & Detective B. Wilson

RELEASTING AUTHORITY Sergeant C. Wendlandt WSO Wicomico Bureau of Investigation

Barrie Tilghman and Poogate

POOGATE

Tens of millions of dollars spent and the new waste water treatment plant just doesn't work.  Salisbury Mayor Barrie Tilghman is doing all she can to spin this looming fiscal and political disaster.

"We're 99% compliant."  "The WWTP is 'substantially' complete."

There are just a few problems Barrie.  "Substantially complete" isn't complete.  "99% compliant" isn't good enough for Ivory soap, much less the Maryland Department of the Environment and the EPA.

At Tilghman's press conference today, she knew that she couldn't put enough lipstick on this pig by spinning those lines, so she pulled the same old tricks out of her old, shabby, tattered bag - she blamed it on the "blogs" and smeared the only two members of the city government that give a tinker's damn about the city's taxpayers and water and sewer ratepayers.

Without naming them directly, Tilghman implied that councilwomen Debbie Campbell and Terry Cohen violated privilege by "leaking" information about the city's Rube Goldberg WWTP and the fact that the city cannot meet it's state mandated May 1 permit deadline to those dirty, nasty blogs (like the one her son writes for).  As usual, the facts don't support Tilghman.

Stay tuned sports fans.  We'll have more (a lot more) at 8:30 AM.

cross posted at Delmarva Dealings

A New Record Day Has Arrived!

Salisbury News just blasted away our former record day and the night is still very young! You know something Folks. Even though this Mayor takes every opportunity to try to blast the Blogs, it always backfires on her and rewards us with mega hits. Mind you, she's getting smarter by not naming us by Salisbury News but once everyone Googles us or lets just say the Salisbury Waste Water Treatment Plant, Salisbury News comes right up on top and guess what, there we are! Dee, Dee, Deeee!

In fact, when you do Google the Salisbury Waste Water Treatment Plant we are the #1 Google Hit. So thanks again Barrie!

The above photo was taken today at the Press Conference and clearly shows one of the many faces of Mayor Barrie Tilghman. Lots of red in that face if you ask me. I don't know about you Barrie but I've had one of the best Birthday's I've ever experienced. Who would have ever dreamed my best present I have ever received would have actually come from you!

Two SPD Officers Escorted Out Of Police Department?

Word on the street is that a Cpl and a Lt were asked to turn in their guns and badges and were escorted out of the Salisbury Police Department today.

One source says they heard their was some suspensions today. The Roman Empire is crashing Folks. The SPD must be down quite a bit of Officers at this point and certainly Mr. Comegys can't actually believe the Department is fully staffed, as he likes to claim and Forums and Debates.

When I hear more in this I'll let you know.........

Voice Your Opinion On The Daily Times

The Daily Times has finally come up with a partial article, (brief as it may be) on the Salisbury WWTP. However, commenters are HOT. Their story says:

SALISBURY: City hires new consultant for WWTP, expects delays

Salisbury — Mayor Barrie Parsons Tilghman announced today the city has entered into contract with a new consultant for the completion of the Waste Water Treatment Plant upgrade and is requesting a permit extension from Maryland Department of the Environment.

Tilghman said certain filters within the system that drive the Biological Nutrient Removal process have slowed in efficiency and have delayed the testing of another new component.

See the full story in The Daily Times on Tuesday.

Here's ONE of the comments......

FriendWhosADem wrote:

Don't you people at the Daily Times realize how ridiculous your "slant" on these issues is? It can't be accidental that EVERY time these "leaders" screw up you choose to soft-pedal the situation....you cannot still believe that you have any credibility at all with the public, or that you're anything except a joke. I cancelled my subscription because of bad service a couple of years ago, and have since been trying to follow local issues online thru your website....the absolute mess that has been made of the city and the wasteful use of tax money should have been HONESTLY reported, instead you're just printing press releases issues from the foxes who are in the henhouse.

This is the last straw for me. You NEED to go out of business. I just feel sorry for some of your loyal employees, who have no control over your editorial position. Maybe their next employers will know the truth when they trip over it. You don't.

GO HERE to see more.

O M G!

Wait till GA Harrison puts up a Post tonight about the Press Conference! I know, this is a total tease but the lies and those caught in them today were just UNBELIEVABLE!

Whatever you do, watch 47 & 16 News tonight at 6:00 PM. Then come back and see the posts that follow here. There will be a Post tonight, one tomorrow and one the following day. Man, it just doesn't get any better than this Folks.

Salisbury's $84,000,000.00 Waste Water Treatment Plant Won't Work!

While many have wondered where the notorious Mayor Barrie Tilghman of Salisbury has been this past year, Salisbury News has the answer. She's been in hiding because she knew something none of you were aware of.

Ladies & Gentlemen, what you are about to hear is by far the biggest cluster, (you know what) the Eastern Shore has ever seen. The Salisbury Waste Water Treatment Plant could be a massive SCAM, costing Salisbury Taxpayers more than $40,000,000.00! That's right, it doesn't work and over the past 6 months your Mayor has known the system wasn't going to work!

Mayoral Candidate Gary Comegys prides himself on voting yes to a "Proprietary System." Here's the thing. Under accomplishments on his Campaign Website it says, " New Waste Water Treatment Plant (many years in the planning and design)" During debates and forum's he's constantly taking the position of just how proud he is on the new WWTP and how he was instrumental in the process, yet he has known there were some very serious issues at hand with it and kept it quiet.

This proprietary system has NEVER been made before, other than a model, (whatever that means) it has never been proven to work. It's a patented system, (so we were all told) in which, should ANYTHING ever go wrong, you can only rely on ONE company, (the company that designed this pipe dream) to fix it. Guess what, they can't fix it either!

At this very moment the company that was handling the OVERSIGHT of the Contractor has in fact been suspended. This is NOT good Folks. I have documents below proving the system will NOT work and your Mayor and Gary Comegys have known about this problem for quite some time. This is not the kind of people you want running your City, that's for sure. They want ALL of this to slide by all of you in the hopes of getting it past the election and then start pointing fingers later.

However, while Salisbury News has been aware of this situation since late Friday night, I held off exposing it so it would gain the biggest impact on Monday. To put it frankly with all of you, YOU'RE SCREWED! Mayor Tilghman sold you snake oil and Gary Comegys was the Vice President.

The Tilghman Administration has in fact contacted the MDE and have asked for yet another extension. Even though Mayor Tilghman stated we'd all be on line last September, even though she recently went so far as stated we're on time with the WWTP, SHE LIED! Her own State of the City Address said, it "was substantially completed in 2008." This was said on March 13, 2009.

A Consultant has been hired for the sum of $20,000.00 to come in and help figure out what has happened and what they currently have. In his letter dated 3-13-09 he stated, "It sounds like your treatment plant has been plagued with both process and physical/mechanical problems since start up." He goes on to expand on his rates both for engineering AND litigation. His litigation fees as an experts are $400.00 an hour, not included in his $20,000.00 fee. When "I" read litigation fees, someone is getting sued! Read between the lines Folks!

In a memorandum to the Mayor and Council dated 3-16-09 Mr. Messick states that "the City's engineering consultant, O'Brien & Gere Engineers, has been unable, after 6 months, to start up the new WWTP processes for compliance with the NPDES Permit Limits which are to come into effect on May 1, 2009." He goes on to say, "The City has selected another Engineer / Operations Expert (suspending O'Brien & Gere Engineers, Inc.) to assist the City in wastewater-treatment-process engineering, functional operations and adjustments for the upgraded and expanded WWTP processes and facilitate compliance with NPDES limits within the remaining approximate 1.5 - month time period, to avoid enforcement measures from MDE and EPA and prevent a non-compliant discharge to the environment from the Salisbury WWTP."

Just how much more of this crap are you people going to take. Here you have Comegys and Tilghman agreeing to pay out $40,000,000.00 for a system that has never been proven. They told you this thing would do things no other Plant could achieve, yet they never researched a finished product and now it will not work.

Ladies & Gentlemen, ANY good business person would NEVER hire a company to install a unique product for $40,000,000.00 that has never been proven! This is not a simple mistake. The Mayor, (through these letters) has been well aware that the system is NOT WORKING, yet she says nothing. The system was supposed to be up and running last September, it is not. Now, through Salisbury News you are learning for the very first time that things are not just bad, they're very bad.

This Mayor should be impeached immediately as ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! The images below are the recent series of letters going back and forth on this matter, proving what I'm saying is accurate. You can click on these images and enlarge them and read for yourself just what's going on.

Gary Comegys rubber stamped far too many items as a Councilman. Developer reimbursements, the old mall, Sassafras annexation, the WWTP, can someone please tell me what this guy has done right? Muir Boda challenged Debbie Campbell for voting "NO" too often. Hey Muir, Debbie voted "NO" on most of the WWTP items too, what say you now?

If you want the entire Eastern Shore laughing at the City of Salisbury because the citizens were so stupid they actually voted this guy into office as Mayor, my God, give Gary Comegys your vote. If you want to wise up and throw these bums out of office once and for all, make a stand April 7th Ladies & Gentlemen and send these people the right kind of message, vote Jim Ireton.

Clearly this will be all over the local news by 12:00 today and if it isn't, well, then you'll know just how much power Barrie Tilghman has over the media. The documents I have provided clearly show this has been an issue for at least the past 6 months and nothing was said to you. The cover ups are over. The election is over. Get this woman out of the way because Jim Ireton has a lot of work ahead of him. Shame on you Barrie Tilghman AND Gary Comegys!

Early Morning Crash Claims Dover Woman’s Life

Dover – The Delaware State Police Collision Reconstruction Unit is investigating an early morning fatal crash that has killed a 78-year-old Dover woman. Troopers responded to the 3-car crash today at 7:43 am on Lebanon Road (State Route 10) at Blades Drive.

Investigators learned a 1995 Nissan Altima, operated by Kenneth L. Owens, 18 of Dover was traveling westbound on SR 10 in the left lane approaching Blades Drive. A 2001 Ford Focus, operated by Brian A. Lucykanish, 17 of Dover was traveling westbound on SR 10 behind the Altima.

A 1999 Pontiac Grand Am, operated by Emily M. Thompson, 78 of Dover was stopped on Blades Drive, waiting to cross over the westbound lanes of SR 10, when she entered the roadway in the path of travel of the Altima. As a result of this act, the Altima struck the Grand Am in the left rear causing the crash.

After the impact, the Focus then struck the Altima eventually leaving all vehicles coming to rest in the roadway. Because of the crash, the operator of the Pontiac Grand Am, Ms. Thompson, died at Kent General Hospital as a result of injuries sustained. She was wearing a seatbelt.

The other two operators were transported to Kent General Hospital, treated, and released for minor injuries. Currently, their seatbelt use in unknown. Alcohol is not a factor in the crash. The roadway was closed for approximately 3 hours and has been reopened.

The crash remains under investigation.

COUNTY EXECUTIVE TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETING ON FISCAL YEAR 2010 OPERATING BUDGET

Wicomico County Executive Richard M. Pollitt, Jr. announced today that his annual meeting to present his operating budget to the public is set for Thursday, April 2nd, at 7:00 P.M. in the Flanders Room of the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center.

Mr. Pollitt commented, “To say the least, preparing this year’s budget in the current economic atmosphere is challenging. I expect county revenues to be down by about $12 Million. That equals an operating budget of approximately $117 Million. Just two years ago, when I struck my first budget, we were at $132 Million. At the same time, the county tax rate has decreased. In Fiscal Year 2010, the tax rate will be below what it was in 1989. The major portion of the county budget is dedicated to education and public safety. There isn’t much left after that.”

“I am eager to share the details of my proposed budget with all of our citizens at the meeting on April 2nd,” continued Pollitt, “we have many challenges in front of us and we need to move forward together.”

Mr. Pollitt will submit his budget proposal to the County Council by April 15th. Per the Wicomico County Charter, the Council may delete from line items of the proposal but they may not add to line items or the total. If deletions are made, the executive may allocate that amount to other items. If the Council fails to approve the original or amended budget by June 15th, the budget as submitted goes into effect on July 1st.

Ireton Responds to Announcement of Tilghmans Press Conference on WWTP

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Monday, March 23rd, 3:45 pm

Ireton responds to announcement of Tilghman Press Conference on Wastewater Treatment Plant

--Salisbury--Candidate for Salisbury Mayor, Jim Ireton, today responded to yet another last minute, end of term, press conference by Salisbury Mayor Barrie Parsons Tilghman. Ireton said "It is my hope that someone in the media here in Salisbury will just ask the simple question: The plant cost taxpayers 40 million dollars. Mrs Tilghman, how much more will it cost to get this working?" This news at the Wastewater Treatment Plant comes on the heels of the Environmental Task Force recommending filtration systems for outfall pipes (that Ireton testified in favor of, and Mr. Comegys voted twice in the same night against) and the news that no report is due out from the Mayor's Crime Task Force. "We have 14 days until this kind of governance by drama ends. I encourage our citizens to listen carefully to what Mayor Tilghman has to say about taking full responsibility, you'll notice that we have heard it all before." Ireton added.

Wicomico Sheriff's Office Respond Quickly To Threatening Text Messages

Wicomico School System and Wicomico Sheriff's Office Respond Quickly to Threatening Text Messages, Arrest Suspect

Today at noon, the Wicomico County Public Schools received the same threatening electronic messages which were received in Delaware last week, with the addition of Parkside High School and Wicomico High School to the message. We have been working closely since we became aware of this situation in cooperation with the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office which has determined that the threats were unfounded.

We are pleased to announce that, through fast response and diligent investigation, a suspect was apprehended, interviewed and, subsequently, confessed and was arrested. The suspect is a 16-year old male Wicomico County student living in Salisbury.

“The Wicomico County Public Schools would like to thank the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office for its excellent work on this matter and wishes to assure the parents and guardians of students in the school system that safety is our first priority,” said Dr. John Fredericksen, Superintendent of Schools. Parents and guardians with questions or concerns should contact their child’s principal.

“We will investigate incidents like these very aggressively. We take our students’ safety absolutely seriously,” Dr. Fredericksen said. “The school system would also like to thank the student body and parents who assisted with the investigation for the safety of all students.”

A joint press conference with the Superintendent of Schools and Wicomico County Sheriff Mike Lewis will take place at the board at 3 p.m. Monday, March 23.

STOP THE PRESSES!!!!!!

Everyone drop what you're doing, Mayor Barrie Tilghman has called for an emergency Press Conference to wish me a Happy Birthday. No, seriously, she's called for a Press Conference TODAY at 3:45 at the GOB in room 306 referencing the Salisbury WWTP. Oh, this is going to be soooooo good! Mrs. I take full responsibility will find a way to blame this on the Blogs, you just wait and see.

Happy Birthday, Joe

Wicomico County Sheriff's Office Press Releases

Incident: Possession of a Handgun
Date of Incident: 22 March 2009
Location: U.S. 13 S/B at St. Luke’s Road, Fruitland, MD
Suspect: Donnell S. Dixon, 32, Newport, VA

Narrative: On 22 March 2009 at 11:35 PM, a deputy stopped a Ford SUV operated by Donnell Dixon of Virginia for erratic driving on the U.S. 13 bypass. Upon stopping the vehicle, the deputy discovered that the New York registration plates displayed on the Ford were supposed to be displayed on a Chevrolet sedan. Because of Dixon’s overt nervousness, the deputy investigated further and discovered that Dixon was in possession of both a loaded .45 cal handgun and a loaded 12 gauge shotgun. Both were transported concealed within the vehicle. The deputy placed Dixon under arrest for the illegal transport of the weapons.

Dixon was transported to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, Dixon was detained by the Commissioner in the Detention Center in lieu of $5,000.00 bond.


Charges:
Wear/Carry a handgun in a vehicle
Wear/ Carry a handgun upon and about person
Wear/ Carry a Concealed dangerous Weapon (handgun)
Wear/ Carry a Concealed dangerous Weapon (shotgun)

The Following individuals were arrested by the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office on Arrest Warrants 16 March – 22 March 2009

Arrest Warrants
Gerald Lynn Todd Jr., 25, Delmar, DE; CDS Poss w/ Intent Distribute/ Robbery, held $250,000.00 bond
James Lee Elliott, 60, Fruitland, MD; Sex Offense 2nd/3rd/4th degree, held without bond
Clarie Marie Hendrix, 25, Pittsville, MD; Theft less $500, theft scheme, held $3,000.00
Andrew C. Cannon, 18, Delmar, DE; Conspiracy to Armed Robbery, held $200,000.00 bond
Manuel Kevin Diaz, 43, Salisbury; Att. Burglary / MDOP, held $35,000.00
Latoya Cherie Blake, 18, Salisbury; Assault 2nd Degree, Released personal recognizance

Failure to Appear Bench Warrant
Georgia Lee Moffitt, 42, Eden, MD; FTA Robbery, held no bond
Latrina J. Coverdale, 20, Salisbury; FTA, Theft under $100.00, held $1,000.00
Kirk E. Holden, 38, Salisbury; FTA for VOP hearing, Escape 1st Degree, held without bond
Kenneth Lee McMillion, 34, Salisbury; FTA Drive Suspended, held Without Bond
April C. Figgs, 24, Salisbury; FTA Motor Veh Theft / Poss CDS, held $5,000.00
Tyrus Mel Davis, 29, Salisbury; FTA Theft under $500, held $5,000.00

Violation of Probation Bench Warrant
David M. Arvey, 49, Georgetown, DE; VOP Theft/Assault 2nd, held $10,000.00
Brian Edward Tribeck, 34, Fruitland, MD; VOP DUI, Drive Revoked, held $25,000.00
Luis Edward Colon, 21, Salisbury; VOP Burglary, held $50,000.00
Iberson Marcelus, 20, Salisbury; VOP Theft under $100, held $5,000.00
Mary V. Hutchins- Lake, 50, Baltimore; VOP Assault 1st Degree, held $25,000.00

Circuit Court Bench Warrant – Child Support Non Compliance
James C. Grady, 29, Salisbury; Child Support Non Compliance, held $1,000.00
Kevin James Corbin, 41, Child Support Non Compliance, held $1,000.00
Edward S. Seehafer Jr., 31, Child Support Non Compliance, held $1,000.00
Kenneth lee McMillion, 34, Salisbury; Child Support Non Compliance, held $2,000.00

Circuit Court Indictment
Darrell Wayne Jones, Jr., 16, Salisbury; Robbery / Assault 1st Degree (charged as adult) held without bond

Fugitive from Justice
Michael Shane Eskridge, 35, Fugitive from Delaware, Held without Bond pending extradition back to DE

WMDT Raises Another $1,200.00 For Women Supporting Women

WMDT & Mitchell's Martial Arts opened up the old Skate Land Roller Rink and raised $1,200.00 more towards Women Supporting Women. Mitchell's gave 100% of the take at the door for this event and quite frankly, everyone had a blast. I'll give WMDT one thing, they sure know how to give back to their community.

Fruitland Police Department Press Release

Case #: 2009-9226
Incident: Domestic Assault/CDS Violation
Date March 22, 2009
Location: S. Camden Avenue Fruitland, Md.

Charged:
Joy Ellen Cabral
Cauc. Female DOB 04/14/1981
S. Camden Avenue
Fruitland, Md.

Charges:
2nd Degree Assault
Reckless Endangerment
Possession of CDS Paraphernalia

Disposition: Remanded to custody of the Wicomico County Detention Center

On Sunday, March 22, 2009 at approximately 0100 officers responded to S. Camden Avenue in response to a domestic assault complaint. Upon arrival, officers observed the complainant to have several bleeding scratches on his nose and around his eye, scratches on his chest, neck, back and stomach area and a bruise on his back. The complainant advised he was in bed when his girlfriend, Joy Ellen Cabral, came home after having been gone for several days. He advised that Cabral began doing drugs in the bathroom and wanted to use his cell phone in order to get some more. The complainant refused at which time Cabral launched into a tirade that resulted in the complainant being punched, scratched and struck with fists, hands and thrown objects which included knives, forks and a radio.

During the course of the investigation, officers observed a glass pipe containing CDS residue which had been used and left in a chair by Cabral when she returned home.

Cabral was arrested and charged with Domestic Violence and Violation of CDS laws.

Camden Neighborhood Forum Update

Joe,

Just to keep everyone abreast of who of the candidates will be attending, here's the current tally and responses:

Comegys - regrets
Ireton - confirmed
Boda - confirmed
Campbell - confirmed
Polk - confirmed
Shields - not yet responded

Tim Spies

Obrien & Gere WWTP Brochure

Link to an Obrien & Gere promo that touts its design on the WWTP here - http://www.obg.com/media/File/brochures/EnhancedNutrientRemovalBrochure.pdf

Are You A Militant?

If you're an anti-abortion activist, or if you display political paraphernalia supporting a third-party candidate or a certain Republican member of Congress, if you possess subversive literature, you very well might be a member of a domestic paramilitary group.

That's according to "The Modern Militia Movement," a report by the Missouri Information Analysis Center (MIAC), a government collective that identifies the warning signs of potential domestic terrorists for law enforcement communities.

"Due to the current economical and political situation, a lush environment for militia activity has been created," the Feb. 20 report reads. "Unemployment rates are high, as well as costs of living expenses. Additionally, President Elect Barrack [sic] Obama is seen as tight on gun control and many extremists fear that he will enact firearms confiscations."

GO HERE to see more.

Suspect’s Identity Sought In Over the Counter Medication Theft Case

Location of Incident: Acme, 2098 Naamans Road, Wilmington, Delaware, New Castle County

Date and Time of Occurrence: Friday, March 20, 2009, at approximately 7:30 p.m.

Suspect(s): White female, 20 – 30 years old, average build, brown hair pulled back in a pony tail, wearing a black and gray horizontally striped shirt

Resume: Troopers assigned to the Troop 1 Retail Theft Unit are seeking the identity of a theft suspect.

On March 20th, a white female walked into the Acme in the F&N Shopping Center, on Naamans Road, and made her way to the over-the-counter medication section. She selected multiple bottles of pain relievers (11 total and valued at approximately $150.00) from display and concealed them in her purse. She then exited the store without paying.

Anyone who may recognize this subject, captured on surveillance video, is asked to call 302-761-6677 ext. 322.

Help Mayoral Candidate Jim Ireton Reach $10,000.00

Jim has passed the $9,000 mark in donations, and we have YOU to graciously thank for it! From the beginning of this campaign, Jim has actively sought out supporters and friends to help fund his run for Mayor, and you have stepped up to the plate, time and time again. To all of you, Jim says THANK YOU!

We have less than one thousand dollars to go in reaching our goal of $10,000 before the election, and we still have literature, postage, mailers, advertisements, etc. to purchase, in order to get Jim's message out to ALL of the voters of Salisbury.

Will do donate to help us reach, and possibly exceed, this goal? With 2 weeks to go, THIS is 'crunch time'.

Please go to the website and donate directly:

http://jimireton.com/donate.html

Or you can make a check payable to "Jim Ireton For Mayor" and mail it to:

Jim Ireton For Mayor
c/o Michael Elliott, Treasurer
1111 Fairview Ln
Salisbury, MD 21801

Thank you for your continued support. Jim could not have done any of this without you! LET'S HIT THAT $10,000.00 GOAL!

Thanks,
Campaign Committee for Jim Ireton

In accordance with Title 1.12.030 A. No candidate for mayor or for member of the city council shall receive campaign contributions in excess of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per individual or entity per campaign in cash and/or in-kind services of a commercial nature. Authority: Michael W. Elliott, Treasurer

A Message From Senator Andy Harris

Joe,

Alex Mooney and I have a Maryland Senate Joint Resolution SJ11 that calls on our federal elected officials to oppose reinstatement of the fairness doctrine. We put up a website http://www.fairnessdoctrinemd.com where people can go to sign an online petition for support of our resolution.

Mother of Missing Woman Christine Sheddy Says 'Thank You'

On behalf of myself and my family we would like to thank everyone for supporting us in the search for Christine.

This search would not be possible without the support of your community. We were overwhelmed by the response of people that would take time out of their lives to help us.

I tried to personally thank as many people as I could for coming out. If I didn't get to you, thank you. Just know that you are appreciated.

Flatland Search and Rescue....Your professionalism, and attention to detail was first rate!!!

To the cadets from the Civil Air Patrol...Your presence at this search was inspiring. I know that our country is in good hands. You were amazing. Dave, thank you!

As a former Wal-Mart associate....Thank you Wal-Mart for the food, drinks and manpower that you provided. What a great group of people.

Sysco , Hardee's, Subway, Pizza Hut , Domino's, McDonalds ,KFC and Pocomoke Greene Turtle ....Your donations of food was more than anybody expected, nobody went away hungry.

Atlantic Pumping...I know I can speak for everyone when I say..........THANK YOU. The portapotty's were very much appreciated.

On a personal note I would like to thank Stephanie Burke for her amazing ability to pull together a community. I still cant get over your organizational skills. You not only talk the talk, you walk the walk. Thank you for taking on the task of this search. This was no small feat. Your ability to make things happen is second to none!!

Billy, your skill on the grill was much appreciated.
Brenda Ward, thank you for all your efforts. It was finally great to meet you.
Ms. Daisy, it was a pleasure.

Bobby Cowger, thanks for clearing the way and thanks for participating in a search group. Thank you for setting an example of what leadership is all about.

If I have missed anyone, I apologize. Thank you all for your time, compassion, and sincere willingness to help a family find there loved one.

You were all instrumental in helping us feel that we were not alone.

Thank you all.

Lynn Dodenhoff

Salisbury Crime Statistics

Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reports FBI Crime Reports

Click on link above to see more information.

Mayor Tilghman Wants To Meet Everyone In The Camden Area

Hey Barrie, after the Post this morning at 9:10, I'll bet you there will be a line a thousand people long wanting to get a few minutes with you, Gary and Muir that Tuesday night! ROTFLMAO!

This desperate woman spent your tax dollars once again to promote the other candidates by mailing this out to the entire neighborhood. What does she care, right? I mean, what are you going to do about it now.

Someone is going to crack open a new bottle of something in just a few minutes. Sit tight Folks, the big one is coming in just a few minutes!

ALL YOU CAN EAT

Beef & Dumplings

When: Sunday March 29th

TICKETS $10

Carry-out Available

Where: Delmar VFW

Time 1-4PM

Proceeds to benefit Senior Girl Scout Troops 246& 81

Roast Beef, Dumplings, Green Beans Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Rolls and Homemade Desserts.
FOR TICKETS CALL: Brandie Campbell 302-466-0119

Franchot Agents Arrest Salisbury Man, 3rd Time

Defendant Arrested for Illegal Cigs Before in 2006 and 2008 --

Annapolis, Md. (March 16, 2009) - Field enforcement agents for Comptroller Peter Franchot confiscated more than 5,000 packs of contraband cigarettes and arrested a Salisbury man Saturday night along U.S. 13 North in Somerset County. The incident marks the defendant’s third arrest in Maryland concerning contraband cigarettes.

“Following the recent announcement of lower than expected revenue projections, unremitting tax scofflaws will not be tolerated,” said Comptroller Franchot. “Maryland needs to keep hold of each dollar it is due. We will continue to crackdown on this kind of illegal activity.”

Comptroller’s agents stopped a 2009 Mercury Sable, with Florida license tags, at approximately 2:30 p.m. and discovered 5,234 packs of contraband cigarettes valued at nearly $26,300. Officials seized the illegal cigarettes and arrested the driver, Ming Keang Louie, 60, of Salisbury, MD. Agents charged Louie with transporting contraband cigarettes and possession of contraband cigarettes. The transporting charge is a felony, which carries a $50 per carton fine and/or two years imprisonment; and the possession offense is a misdemeanor, carrying a $1,000 fine and/or imprisonment, not exceeding one year.

Comptroller agents arrested the man two times prior to this weekend’s incident. In 2006, Louie was charged with transporting and possession of 2,440 packs of contraband cigarettes after being arrested on Route 12 in Worcester County. His second arrest occurred in May 2008 when he was stopped on U.S. 13 North at Brantley Road with 4,870 packs of illegal cigarettes. Again, he was charged with transporting and possession of contraband cigarettes.

Louie was remanded to the Somerset County Detention Center and must post a $30,000 bond before he will be released. The contraband cigarettes and the vehicle were seized as evidence and are subject to state and federal forfeiture laws.

Since the start of fiscal year 2009 on July 1, Comptroller agents have already arrested 89 individuals for tobacco violations and seized 136,448 packs of contraband cigarettes valued at $653,694, compared to the 55 individuals and 55,967 packs that were seized in all of fiscal year 2008.

Michelle Obama’s Political Gardening

Steven Milloy
March 20, 2009

The Obama-smitten mainstream media lapped up First Lady Michelle Obama’s announcement that she and 5th graders from a local elementary school were going to plant and maintain a vegetable garden at the White House. The New York Times reported,

While the organic garden will provide food for the first family’s meals and formal dinners, its most important role, Mrs. Obama said, will be to educate children about healthful, locally grown fruit and vegetables at a time when obesity and diabetes have become a national concern.

While we’re all for teaching kids about gardening, Michelle Obama’s garden is more about raising green ideologues more than green vegetables:

“Locally grown” food is a green euphemism for their fight against imports and exports of food. The Greens don’t want you eating Chilean grapes in the winter or French wine anytime, for example.
Organic food, of course, is a symbol of the green movement. The sad truth is that organic food is actually harder on the environment than conventionally grown food, requiring more land, water and labor.
The Times acknowledged the garden’s politics as such, reporting that,

The question had taken on political and environmental symbolism, with the Obamas lobbied for months by advocates who believe that growing more food locally, and organically, can lead to more healthful eating and reduce reliance on huge industrial farms that use more oil for transportation and chemicals for fertilizer.

What will Michelle Obama grow? According to the Times:

The Obamas will feed their love of Mexican food with cilantro, tomatillos and hot peppers. Lettuces will include red romaine, green oak leaf, butterhead, red leaf and galactic. There will be spinach, chard, collards and black kale. For desserts, there will be a patch of berries. And herbs will include some more unusual varieties, like anise hyssop and Thai basil. A White House carpenter, Charlie Brandts, who is a beekeeper, will tend two hives for honey.

Wouldn't you like your own taxpayer-paid beekeeper?

What’s the lesson for the 5th graders? That they, too, can grow up to be elitist and get glowing PR for hornswoggling children and federal employees into growing fancy vegetables to promote your anti-people political views and to feed your exotic palate?

The Times also noted,

But the first lady emphasized that she did not want people to feel guilty if they did not have the time for a garden: there are still many changes they can make.

“You can begin in your own cupboard,” she said, “by eliminating processed food, trying to cook a meal a little more often, trying to incorporate more fruits and vegetables.”

Aside from the nutritional value offered by a great deal of processed foods, what about all the people who work in or whose jobs depend on the processed foods industry?

Let them eat home-grown berries when they're put out of work?

Finally, there’s Alice Waters, the San Francisco-based “slow food” advocate and Obama fundraiser. Waters likened the White House garden to the World War II “victory gardens,” telling the Associated Press that,

“To have this sort of ‘victory’ garden, this message goes out that everyone can grow a garden and have free food.”

Free food?

Anyone who has gardened knows first -and that home-grown vegetables can hardly be considered as “free.” Between the water, seeds, fertilizer/compost, pest control, labor and worry, gardening is hardly “free.”

But then again, if you're the first lady and White House employees and children are doing all the work, and taxpayers are picking up all the costs, maybe there really is such a thing as a free veggies.