Lawmakers recommend punishment for ethics violations after veteran N.Y. Democrat tells them: "I don't know how much longer I have to live."
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Thursday, November 18, 2010
ANNUAL OPERATION BLUE LIGHT CEREMONY TO KICK OFF THIRD FRIDAY AT GOB TOMORROW AT 5:30 PM
Wicomico County Executive Richard M. Pollitt, Jr. and Salisbury Mayor James Ireton, Jr. have ordered a single blue light candle be placed in Government Office Building windows during the holiday season. This is the 3rd year the building has displayed these blue lights.
Operation Blue Light has grown steadily across America as a way of remembering officers that lost their lives in the line of duty. It began in 1988, when the mother-in-law of a Philadelphia police officer killed in the line of duty told COPS (Concerns of Police Survivors) members that she would place a blue light in her window over the holidays in memory of her son-in-law. She thought others might like to share her idea. This idea is now her legacy. Nationwide thousands of blue lights shine in support of law enforcement during the holidays.
Pollitt and Ireton added that, “The blue lights also honor those who serve us in law enforcement every day. As Mayor and County Executive we have become acutely aware of the hazards of this dangerous profession. We should all have great appreciation for what these officers do for us. We encourage all our citizens, businesses, and churches to display a blue candle in a window this holiday season to show our support for these men and women.”
This November Third Friday will be dedicated to Dr. Douglas I. Smith - musician, arts advocate, teacher, downtown merchant, and enthusiastic participant in Third Friday. Doug made many people smile with his quick wit and his boundless enthusiasm for the arts and for Downtown Salisbury. The Operation Blue Light ceremony will take place at the Government Office Building at 5:30. At 6:00 the Salisbury Wicomico Arts Council and Salisbury Arts & Entertainment Committee will present a special musical tribute in Doug's memory. The concert will feature performances by the Parkside High School Concert Choir, Wicomico Middle School Band, St. James AME Zion Church Mass Choir and its Sisters in Christ Liturgical Dance Ministry. There will also be crafts and other activities for children.
Please join us to remember and celebrate the life of a true artist and friend who brought much to the Salisbury community. A reminder of some current events at Salisbury University!
https://www2.salisbury.edu/rent/
https://www2.salisbury.edu/amahl/
Operation Blue Light has grown steadily across America as a way of remembering officers that lost their lives in the line of duty. It began in 1988, when the mother-in-law of a Philadelphia police officer killed in the line of duty told COPS (Concerns of Police Survivors) members that she would place a blue light in her window over the holidays in memory of her son-in-law. She thought others might like to share her idea. This idea is now her legacy. Nationwide thousands of blue lights shine in support of law enforcement during the holidays.
Pollitt and Ireton added that, “The blue lights also honor those who serve us in law enforcement every day. As Mayor and County Executive we have become acutely aware of the hazards of this dangerous profession. We should all have great appreciation for what these officers do for us. We encourage all our citizens, businesses, and churches to display a blue candle in a window this holiday season to show our support for these men and women.”
This November Third Friday will be dedicated to Dr. Douglas I. Smith - musician, arts advocate, teacher, downtown merchant, and enthusiastic participant in Third Friday. Doug made many people smile with his quick wit and his boundless enthusiasm for the arts and for Downtown Salisbury. The Operation Blue Light ceremony will take place at the Government Office Building at 5:30. At 6:00 the Salisbury Wicomico Arts Council and Salisbury Arts & Entertainment Committee will present a special musical tribute in Doug's memory. The concert will feature performances by the Parkside High School Concert Choir, Wicomico Middle School Band, St. James AME Zion Church Mass Choir and its Sisters in Christ Liturgical Dance Ministry. There will also be crafts and other activities for children.
Please join us to remember and celebrate the life of a true artist and friend who brought much to the Salisbury community. A reminder of some current events at Salisbury University!
https://www2.salisbury.edu/rent/
https://www2.salisbury.edu/amahl/
Maryland Board Of Physicians Sanctions
An abortionist in Severna Park loses his license:
Romeo A. Ferrer, M.D., License #: D09255
Area of Practice: OB/GYN (Annapolis, MD)
Permanent Surrender of medical license. The physician decided to permanently surrender his license while he was under investigation; the Board's investigation found that in 2006 during the course of an elective abortion procedure, he failed to meet the standards of quality care resulting
in the death of a patient. Date of Action: October 27, 2010
Three abortionists, working for American Women's Services, with facilities in several states (5 locations in Maryland) have lost their licenses in an interstate abortion scam:
Steven Chase Brigham, M.D., Unlicensed
Area of Practice: None, (Voorhees, NJ)
Cease and Desist from practicing medicine without a license. The physician not licensed in Maryland has been performing surgical procedures (abortions) in Maryland. Date of Action: August 25, 2010.
(Brigham owned and operated the American Women's Services facilities. He has previously been licensed in New York, but his license was revoked in 1994 for gross negligence.)
Nicola I. Riley, M.D., License #: D71213
Area of Practice: Family Practice (Salt Lake City, UT)
Summary Suspension. The Board concluded, including but not limited to, that the physician exercised poor medical judgement and otherwise exposed her patients to harm in that she practiced with an unlicensed individual, knowingly participated in a surgical procedure that was initiated elsewhere, and at a hospital acted in a manner that delayed or otherwise impeded hospital staff from attending to that patient. Date of Action: August 31, 2010
(This doctor flew in from Utah to perform abortions in Maryland, including this botched abortion which
perforated the patient's uterus, requiring helicopter evacuation to Johns Hopkins for emergency surgery)
George Shepard, Jr., M.D., License #: D48352
Area of Practice: OB/GYN (Seaford, DE)
Order for Summary Suspension issued on August 31, 2010 continued after post- deprivation hearing. The Board determined that the physician knowingly participated (As the Medical Director) in a practice arrangement in which abortions were initiated in one state and patients were instructed to drive across state lines for completion of the procedure, and practiced with an unlicensed individual and facilitated the unlicensed practice of medicine. Date of Action: September 9, 2010
Here are some other Board actions of local interest:
Arthur C. Marsh, M.D., License #: D64981
Area of Practice: Internal Medicine (Salisbury, MD)
Revocation for 1 year to commence on July 16, 2010; if Respondent applies for reinstatement he has the affirmative duty to demonstrate to the Board factors set out in the order. The physician violated conditions of the July 26, 2006, Consent Order that addressed his impairment issues. Date of Action: June 1, 2010
Deborah McCabe, Unlicensed
(Salisbury, MD)
Fine of $10,000; Cease and Desist from the practice of medicine. The Respondent, among other things, represented herself as a physician and practiced medicine without a license. Date of Action: September 22, 2010
William Gill, M.D., License #: D15715
Area of Practice: General Practice (Westover, MD)
Permanent Surrender. The Board accepted a permanent surrender based on its determination that the physician engaged in unprofessional conduct in the practice of medicine during the course of the examinations of male patients, and willfully failed to file or record a medical report as required. Date of Action: September 8, 2010
Maryland Board of Physicians website
Romeo A. Ferrer, M.D., License #: D09255
Area of Practice: OB/GYN (Annapolis, MD)
Permanent Surrender of medical license. The physician decided to permanently surrender his license while he was under investigation; the Board's investigation found that in 2006 during the course of an elective abortion procedure, he failed to meet the standards of quality care resulting
in the death of a patient. Date of Action: October 27, 2010
Three abortionists, working for American Women's Services, with facilities in several states (5 locations in Maryland) have lost their licenses in an interstate abortion scam:
Steven Chase Brigham, M.D., Unlicensed
Area of Practice: None, (Voorhees, NJ)
Cease and Desist from practicing medicine without a license. The physician not licensed in Maryland has been performing surgical procedures (abortions) in Maryland. Date of Action: August 25, 2010.
(Brigham owned and operated the American Women's Services facilities. He has previously been licensed in New York, but his license was revoked in 1994 for gross negligence.)
Nicola I. Riley, M.D., License #: D71213
Area of Practice: Family Practice (Salt Lake City, UT)
Summary Suspension. The Board concluded, including but not limited to, that the physician exercised poor medical judgement and otherwise exposed her patients to harm in that she practiced with an unlicensed individual, knowingly participated in a surgical procedure that was initiated elsewhere, and at a hospital acted in a manner that delayed or otherwise impeded hospital staff from attending to that patient. Date of Action: August 31, 2010
(This doctor flew in from Utah to perform abortions in Maryland, including this botched abortion which
perforated the patient's uterus, requiring helicopter evacuation to Johns Hopkins for emergency surgery)
George Shepard, Jr., M.D., License #: D48352
Area of Practice: OB/GYN (Seaford, DE)
Order for Summary Suspension issued on August 31, 2010 continued after post- deprivation hearing. The Board determined that the physician knowingly participated (As the Medical Director) in a practice arrangement in which abortions were initiated in one state and patients were instructed to drive across state lines for completion of the procedure, and practiced with an unlicensed individual and facilitated the unlicensed practice of medicine. Date of Action: September 9, 2010
Here are some other Board actions of local interest:
Arthur C. Marsh, M.D., License #: D64981
Area of Practice: Internal Medicine (Salisbury, MD)
Revocation for 1 year to commence on July 16, 2010; if Respondent applies for reinstatement he has the affirmative duty to demonstrate to the Board factors set out in the order. The physician violated conditions of the July 26, 2006, Consent Order that addressed his impairment issues. Date of Action: June 1, 2010
Deborah McCabe, Unlicensed
(Salisbury, MD)
Fine of $10,000; Cease and Desist from the practice of medicine. The Respondent, among other things, represented herself as a physician and practiced medicine without a license. Date of Action: September 22, 2010
William Gill, M.D., License #: D15715
Area of Practice: General Practice (Westover, MD)
Permanent Surrender. The Board accepted a permanent surrender based on its determination that the physician engaged in unprofessional conduct in the practice of medicine during the course of the examinations of male patients, and willfully failed to file or record a medical report as required. Date of Action: September 8, 2010
Maryland Board of Physicians website
Bruce Patterson Of PRMC & Urban Salisbury Spreading The Love
BRUCE PATTERSON, YOU'VE BEEN BLOGGED!
WEAR IT IN GOOD HEALTH BRUCE.
Nanticoke Marina Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
What: Nanticoke Marina Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
When: Tuesday, November 23 at 10:00am
Where: Nanticoke Marina (20411 W. Harbor Road Nanticoke, MD 21840)
Details: Wicomico County Executive Richard M. Pollitt, Jr. has invited members
of the community to join him a ribbon cutting ceremony at Nanticoke Marina to mark the beginning of the reconstruction of the jetties and dredging of the harbor.
SALVATION ARMY BELL RINGERS WELCOME
Amnesty for School Cheaters
FAIRFAX CHEATERS Washington Post: "The Fairfax County high school that asked teachers to all but banish F's from its recent report cards has been experimenting with an approach that would allow students caught cheating to retake tests instead of receiving zeros. West Potomac High School Principal Cliff Hardison last month instructed teachers to allow cheaters to retake tests. The idea was that cheating should 'result in a disciplinary consequence separate from an academic consequence,' Hardison said in a Nov. 5 e-mail to teachers."
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Senator Colburn Announces Funding For The Williamsburg Line
Cambridge – Senator Richard F. Colburn (R. Eastern Shore) announced today, "I am pleased to have successfully helped secure $250,000 in grant funding through the Department of Business and Economic Development and the Department of Transportation to keep the rail line in Williamsburg open. This line is a viable line for Tri-Gas & Oil, a well-established, family-owned Maryland business, and for other small businesses in transporting heating fuels, specifically propane. I would like to commend both the Secretary of the Department of Economic Development, Christian Johansson, and Governor O’Malley for their help in securing these funds. The monies will be used to secure a stable supply of liquid propane for the mid-shore regions and to keep the rail line open. Currently, Tri-Gas & Oil uses approximately 50% of the line to transport fuels, while the other 50% is used by smaller liquid propane distributers."
The project involves an infrastructure issue of extraordinary importance to the Eastern Shore—the expansion of a storage capacity for liquid propane (LP) to serve the Mid-Shore region. Since the shutdown of the Valero refinery in Delaware, the propane supply has been nearly eliminated on the Delmarva Peninsula. Because of this elimination, the rail-served facility at Williamsburg is necessary to provide the propane needed by both residents and businesses of the agricultural community as well as the poultry industry. Tripling what is currently a fixed-tank storage capacity will supply the region with adequate amounts of LP. This project is of utmost importance because while demand for LP on the Shore has increased, LP storage for the region has decreased. This project will avert potential economic disaster for both large and small businesses on the Shore by providing dramatically more LP storage that is both central and accessible to businesses. It will also ensure the retention of jobs on the Eastern Shore.
Although there were alternative sites in Delaware, the site in Williamsburg is ideal because it is already a major place for LP distribution, it is served by the Maryland and Delaware Railroad, and it is a safe and secure location. Furthermore, this project is strongly supported by the Maryland Department of Transportation and the Maryland Department of Agriculture. In addition to the grant, Tri-Gas & Oil will invest a minimum of $100,000 in improvements to the Williamsburg storage facility.
The project involves an infrastructure issue of extraordinary importance to the Eastern Shore—the expansion of a storage capacity for liquid propane (LP) to serve the Mid-Shore region. Since the shutdown of the Valero refinery in Delaware, the propane supply has been nearly eliminated on the Delmarva Peninsula. Because of this elimination, the rail-served facility at Williamsburg is necessary to provide the propane needed by both residents and businesses of the agricultural community as well as the poultry industry. Tripling what is currently a fixed-tank storage capacity will supply the region with adequate amounts of LP. This project is of utmost importance because while demand for LP on the Shore has increased, LP storage for the region has decreased. This project will avert potential economic disaster for both large and small businesses on the Shore by providing dramatically more LP storage that is both central and accessible to businesses. It will also ensure the retention of jobs on the Eastern Shore.
Although there were alternative sites in Delaware, the site in Williamsburg is ideal because it is already a major place for LP distribution, it is served by the Maryland and Delaware Railroad, and it is a safe and secure location. Furthermore, this project is strongly supported by the Maryland Department of Transportation and the Maryland Department of Agriculture. In addition to the grant, Tri-Gas & Oil will invest a minimum of $100,000 in improvements to the Williamsburg storage facility.
Montgomery County Officer Fined $185 For Speeding In Crash That Paralyzed Boy
A Montgomery County police officer who hit and paralyzed a Clarksburg boy with his cruiser received a $185 speeding ticket and is now canvassing neighborhoods that show spikes in crime.
Meanwhile, 14-year-old Luis Jovel Jr. is a quadriplegic with permanent brain damage who needs around-the-clock medical care for the smallest of tasks, including eating and getting dressed.
State officials won't say whether Officer Jason Cokinos was disciplined following the April 2008 incident in Clarksburg.
"Personnel information is subject to [state] confidentiality laws," said Patricia Via, who represented Montgomery County in the Jovel family's civil lawsuit against the county and Cokinos.
Cokinos' case qualified under the state's confidentiality laws once the county police department's internal affairs division became involved, said Lt. Paul Starks, spokesman for Montgomery police.
"When the case is referred to the Internal Affairs Division, it's considered a personnel matter," he said.
Cokinos, who was 23 at the time, was speeding at 56 miles an hour in a 30-mile-an-hour zone when he struck Luis -- who was crossing Springtown Road in front of his home.
Seven months later in November, a Montgomery County District Court judge found Cokinos not guilty of negligent driving or contributing to an accident.
Cokinos then pleaded guilty to driving 26 miles-per-hour over the limit and he paid a $185 fine, including a $25 court fee.
A police investigation concluded that the boy would not have been hit had Cokinos been traveling at the speed limit.
More from the Washington Examiner
Meanwhile, 14-year-old Luis Jovel Jr. is a quadriplegic with permanent brain damage who needs around-the-clock medical care for the smallest of tasks, including eating and getting dressed.
State officials won't say whether Officer Jason Cokinos was disciplined following the April 2008 incident in Clarksburg.
"Personnel information is subject to [state] confidentiality laws," said Patricia Via, who represented Montgomery County in the Jovel family's civil lawsuit against the county and Cokinos.
Cokinos' case qualified under the state's confidentiality laws once the county police department's internal affairs division became involved, said Lt. Paul Starks, spokesman for Montgomery police.
"When the case is referred to the Internal Affairs Division, it's considered a personnel matter," he said.
Cokinos, who was 23 at the time, was speeding at 56 miles an hour in a 30-mile-an-hour zone when he struck Luis -- who was crossing Springtown Road in front of his home.
Seven months later in November, a Montgomery County District Court judge found Cokinos not guilty of negligent driving or contributing to an accident.
Cokinos then pleaded guilty to driving 26 miles-per-hour over the limit and he paid a $185 fine, including a $25 court fee.
A police investigation concluded that the boy would not have been hit had Cokinos been traveling at the speed limit.
More from the Washington Examiner
Sheriff Joe Arpaio Recruits Big Names For Border Posse
"America's toughest sheriff," Phoenix's Joe Arpaio, is creating an armed "Immigration Posse" to combat illegal immigration, and Hollywood actors Steven Seagal and Lou Ferrigno, along with Dick Tracy and Wyatt Earp, have signed up.
Fighting Justice Department accusations that his office discriminated against illegal immigrants during arrests, Sheriff Arpaio said the civilian posse of more than 50 members gives citizens a chance to fight the problem inundating their border state.
"Law enforcement budgets are being cut and agencies are losing personnel and yet the battle to stop illegal immigration must continue," said the sheriff, who heads the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. "Arizona is the busiest port of entry for people being smuggled in from Mexico, Latin and South America. So asking for the public's help in this endeavor makes sense, especially given the success the posses have experienced over the years."
Fifty-six new Immigration Posse members from various professions were sworn in by the sheriff Wednesday as "illegal immigration fighters."
Mr. Seagal, who starred in such action movies as "Under Siege" and "Above the Law," is a sworn deputy in New Orleans. Mr. Ferrigno, who played the title role in the 1970s TV series "The Incredible Hulk," works as a reserve deputy with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office. Another new civilian volunteer is Peter Lupus, who starred in "Mission Impossible."
"These guys are busy with their acting careers, so I don't expect them to be here on duty very often," Sheriff Arpaio said. "But they can be instrumental in heightening public awareness of the immigration issue and encouraging others to join the posse's effort to help reduce the flow of illegal immigrants into our communities."
The sheriff also said Dick Tracy, a retired Chicago police official who now lives in Arizona, has joined the posse, along with Wyatt Earp, a Phoenix resident whose uncle was the Old West lawman of the same name.
The Justice Department lawsuit, filed in September in U.S. District Court in Phoenix, was the latest chapter in a bitter feud between Justice and Sheriff Arpaio, who is accused of failing to turn over documents sought since March 2009 that federal prosecutors say comply with its probe of purported discrimination, unconstitutional searches and seizures, and English-only policies in his jails that discriminate against those with limited English skills.
The sheriff has described the lawsuit as "harassment," saying thousands of pages of documents have already been turned over by his office to federal prosecutors.
More here
Fighting Justice Department accusations that his office discriminated against illegal immigrants during arrests, Sheriff Arpaio said the civilian posse of more than 50 members gives citizens a chance to fight the problem inundating their border state.
"Law enforcement budgets are being cut and agencies are losing personnel and yet the battle to stop illegal immigration must continue," said the sheriff, who heads the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. "Arizona is the busiest port of entry for people being smuggled in from Mexico, Latin and South America. So asking for the public's help in this endeavor makes sense, especially given the success the posses have experienced over the years."
Fifty-six new Immigration Posse members from various professions were sworn in by the sheriff Wednesday as "illegal immigration fighters."
Mr. Seagal, who starred in such action movies as "Under Siege" and "Above the Law," is a sworn deputy in New Orleans. Mr. Ferrigno, who played the title role in the 1970s TV series "The Incredible Hulk," works as a reserve deputy with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office. Another new civilian volunteer is Peter Lupus, who starred in "Mission Impossible."
"These guys are busy with their acting careers, so I don't expect them to be here on duty very often," Sheriff Arpaio said. "But they can be instrumental in heightening public awareness of the immigration issue and encouraging others to join the posse's effort to help reduce the flow of illegal immigrants into our communities."
The sheriff also said Dick Tracy, a retired Chicago police official who now lives in Arizona, has joined the posse, along with Wyatt Earp, a Phoenix resident whose uncle was the Old West lawman of the same name.
The Justice Department lawsuit, filed in September in U.S. District Court in Phoenix, was the latest chapter in a bitter feud between Justice and Sheriff Arpaio, who is accused of failing to turn over documents sought since March 2009 that federal prosecutors say comply with its probe of purported discrimination, unconstitutional searches and seizures, and English-only policies in his jails that discriminate against those with limited English skills.
The sheriff has described the lawsuit as "harassment," saying thousands of pages of documents have already been turned over by his office to federal prosecutors.
More here
THANK YOU!
Chief Ivan Barkley and Chief Rick Hoppes stepped in to replace two former Chief's that left behind the lowest morale the City has ever seen in both departments.
Did we see a bunch of people quit their jobs because these two were hired to fill those shoes, NO. In fact, the Mayor even received a letter from the majority of Police Officers supporting Chief Barkley to become the permanent Police Chief.
I want to thank these fine men for their work and dedication to the City, the citizens and the fine men and women, (brothers and sisters) who work for these departments. We're even more grateful you've chosen to stick around.
Is Salisbury Now A Safer Place To Live & Work?
A multitude of Department Heads and Citizens gathered at the new Fire Station 16 for the swearing in of the Police Chief, Fire Chief and IT Director. Newly elected States Attorney for Wicomico County Matt Maciarello, Fruitland Police Chief Mike Phillips and County Executive Rick Pollitt also attended this event to show their support.
Councilwomen Terry Cohen and Debbie Campbell were the only Council Members to attend, which surprised me quite a bit. Louise Smith, Gary Comegys and Shanie Shields did not attend the event.
30 minutes before the event took place a Salisbury Police Officer was injured while making an arrest, making it somewhat stressful for the Mayor and new Police Chief as they wanted to be by the Officer's side at PRMC. I can tell you the Mayor and Police Chief immediately left the event to head to the Hospital.
So, is Salisbury a safer place to live and work. Time will tell and everyone needs to give these new leaders a chance to prove themselves. One can only hope we've seen the worst in Salisbury and better days are ahead.
Somerset County Sheriff's Office Press Releases
Victoria Katherine Williamson of Princess Anne, arrested 11-11-10 on a warrant regarding failing to appear in court. Williamson was later held on a $500.00 bond.
Pamela Sue Fischer of Princess Anne, charged on a criminal summons 11-12-10 regarding failure to send child to school. Fischer was released pending trial.
Rodger Pikinton of Crisfield, charged on a criminal summons regarding failure to register/change address regarding the sex offender registry. Pikinton was released pending trial.
George William Brenneman Jr. of Chance charged on a criminal summons regarding theft over $500.00, and 4th degree burglary. Brenneman was released pending trial.
Shane Alan Wootten of Princess Anne, arrested 11-15-10 on a warrant regarding violation of probation. Wootten was released after posting $5,000 bond.
Neil Patrick Wilson of Fairmont, arrested 11-15-10. The arrest was a result of a investigation where deputies were called to a Fishing Island Rd address in Fairmont regarding a domestic dispute. Deputies learned that Wilson assaulted a female at that residence. Wilson was charged with 2nd degree assault, and reckless endangerment. Wilson was later held on a $10,000 bond.
John Daniel Webb Jr. of Crisfield, arrested 11-15-10 regarding driving on a suspended drivers license. Webb was later released pending trial.
Taylor Samuel Bounds of salisbury, arrested 11-16-10 on a warrant regarding cds possession, cds possession other than marijuana, and cds paraphernalia. Bounds was later released on a unsecured $1,000 bond.
Karen Marie Wilson of Princess Anne, arrested 11-17-10 on a Wicomico County warrant regarding 2nd degree assault, and telephone misuse. Wilson was later released on personal recognizance pending trial.
Thomas William Marshall Jr. of Fruitland, arrested on a warrant regarding failing to appear in court. Marshall was later held on a $250.00 bond.
Kevin Goepfert
Kevin Goepfert
A Comment Worthy Of A Post
As a past candidate for the Fire Chief's position, I would not go along with the need for a fire boat. More emphasis needs to be placed on recruitment and retention, training, basic and advanced life support, public education and listening to the residents and business community. I believe this boat, no matter the cost, will become a green heron situation.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2010 IS THE GREAT AMERICAN SMOKEOUT: CHOOSE TODAY TO STOP SMOKING
Each year since 1977, the American Cancer Society has sponsored the Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday of November to help smokers quit cigarettes for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. This year, Great American Smokeout is being recognized on Thursday, November 18, 2010.
“Great American Smokeout Day is a great opportunity to challenge yourself to make a change toward a new healthier lifestyle,” said Lori Brewster, Wicomico County Health Officer. “It doesn't matter how long you've been a smoker, the health benefits from quitting start right away. Financial benefits are also profound in that an average smoker could save almost $42 a week, $168 a month, or even $2,016 a year upon choosing to quit,” says Mrs. Brewster.
Support for individuals interested in quitting is available at the health department where county residents may receive free cessation aids, group, or individual support sessions. In addition, the toll-free Maryland Tobacco Quit line, 1-800-QUIT NOW, (1-800-784-8669) is a professional, confidential, telephone-based tobacco cessation service provided at no charge to all Marylanders.
“Great American Smokeout Day is a great opportunity to challenge yourself to make a change toward a new healthier lifestyle,” said Lori Brewster, Wicomico County Health Officer. “It doesn't matter how long you've been a smoker, the health benefits from quitting start right away. Financial benefits are also profound in that an average smoker could save almost $42 a week, $168 a month, or even $2,016 a year upon choosing to quit,” says Mrs. Brewster.
Support for individuals interested in quitting is available at the health department where county residents may receive free cessation aids, group, or individual support sessions. In addition, the toll-free Maryland Tobacco Quit line, 1-800-QUIT NOW, (1-800-784-8669) is a professional, confidential, telephone-based tobacco cessation service provided at no charge to all Marylanders.
Dem. Senator Jay Rockefeller Suggests Eliminating FOX, MSNBC
It would be a big favor to political discourse; our ability to do our work here in Congress, and to the American people, to be able to talk with each other and have some faith in their government and more importantly, in their future."
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Palin Says She Could Defeat Obama In 2012
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HELP US HELP A LOCAL FAMILY WITH MEDICAL EXPENSES
NICHOLAS BROBST IS 14 YEARS OLD, BOY, WHO SUSTAINED INJURIES FROM A COMPETETIVE GO-CART ACCIDENT ON OCT. 17 TH.
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A Letter To The Editor
I feel it is my duty as a taxpaying citizen to make you aware of the horrible display I witnessed yesterday at the Mayors Round Table. While, in the past, I have supported the Mayor and his Safe Streets Package, I no longer hold that view. I just don’t know what our city has come to. Mayor Ireton spent 25 minutes of the meeting screaming and hollering at Kris Adams that SAPOA lady. He yelled so loud his eyes were bulging and he pointed his finger repeatedly in her face in front of all of 15-20 people at the meeting. Nobody said anything, because I think we were all in shock. The mayor blamed her for all the crime and calls for service that have happened in the city because his package hasn’t been passed yet in the council. He blamed her for a bad property she had nothing to do with. He threatened all of the landlords. He accused her of paying off council members. He told her, he was coming after the landlords with another Safe Street 2 package. The tirade went on and on. Somehow, Mrs. Adams was able to endure that nasty, bitter attack without saying a word. At the end of the meeting she even thanked the administration for honoring a request she had made at a previous meeting. Then she said SAPOA will continue to do things to help the city. I was actually kind of amazed that she would even want to participate in the meeting after what the Mayor did to her.
I don’t care if you like the landlords or not. No one, especially a woman, should every be treated the way Mrs. Adams was treated by Mayor Ireton. For that ugliness, he loses all my support. As far as I am concerned, if Ireton is not going to act like a mayor, he should not be a mayor.
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