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Worcester County Sheriff’s Office Press Release

The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office proudly announces the swearing in of the new Worcester County Sheriff Reggie T. Mason and Chief Deputy John Dale Smack on Monday December 6, 2010.

Sheriff Mason succeeds long time Sheriff Charles T. Martin. Sheriff Martin held the office of Worcester County Sheriff for 16 years. He and Retired Sheriff Kenneth Tyler are the only two retired Sheriff’s living today. Sheriff Tyler was Worcester County Sheriff from 1958 to 1966. Sheriff Martin held the office from 1994 to 2010.

Sheriff Mason was appointed Chief Deputy by Sheriff Daniel McAllister in the 1980s. Sheriff Martin reappointed Sheriff Mason to the office of Chief Deputy in 1994 when he took office.

Sheriff Mason takes on the role as top Law Enforcement officer for the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office and is committed to the citizens of Worcester County in keeping Worcester County a safe place to live.

Chesapeake Bay Report

In response to the release of Environmental Working Group’s new report, Bay out of Balance, Environment Maryland Policy Advocate Tommy Landers issued this statement:

“Our approach to Chesapeake Bay restoration is fatally flawed, and it’s past time for us to get it right.  Today’s report by the Environmental Working Group shines a bright light on the problem: we are seriously undercounting the pollution entering the bay from animal manure, and we will never heal our waters until we appropriately limit how much manure farmers apply to our lands.

“In the clean-up plan Maryland recently submitted to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Gov. O’Malley has given Maryland an opportunity to take the lead in solving this problem of excess manure application to farm fields.

“One of the primary sources of the bay’s annual dead zones is phosphorus from animal manure and sludge.  After years of applying too much manure and sludge to our land, this report shows that about one in five bay area counties’ lands have excessive phosphorus.  In these cases the soil gets soaked up with nutrients, like a wet sponge, and phosphorus from any more applied manure easily finds its way into nearby waters and eventually into the bay.

“The critical question is how to design the tests farmers use to determine whether or not to apply more manure or sludge.  States now use inconsistent methods, and Maryland’s approach, the ‘phosphorus site index’ or ‘P-Index,’ is broken.  The P-Index doesn’t adequately address existing phosphorus in the soil and therefore too often advises farmers to apply more manure.

“In Maryland’s clean-up plan, Gov. O’Malley proposed revising the P-Index to better address existing soil saturation levels.  The bay would benefit the most from replacing, not simply revising, the P-Index with a simple test based on crops’ nutrient needs.  Today’s plan moves in the right direction, however, and sets the stage for Maryland to lead the way in correcting this inherent problem.

“I thank and applaud the Environmental Working Group for issuing this timely report about such an urgent problem affecting the entire Chesapeake Bay region.”

Two North Carolina Men Arrested After Car Stop

Location:  I-95 southbound .2 miles south of DE Rt. 1, Newark, DE

 

Date of Occurrence: Friday, December 3, 2010 at 1:55 a.m.

 

Defendants:

 

Defendant #1:  Herbert L. Cherry, 52, Tarboro, North Carolina (driver)

Defendant #2: Tony R. Rheams, 47, Scotland Neck, North Carolina (passenger)

 

Charges:

 

-Trafficking in Heroin

-Possession with the Intent to Deliver Heroin

-Maintaining a Vehicle for Keeping Drugs

-Forgery 2^nd degree (Cherry only)

-Conspiracy 2^nd degree

-Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

-Failure to Signal Lane Change (Cherry only)

-Speeding (Cherry only)

 

Resume:  

 

Newark- The Delaware State Police have arrested two North Carolina men who were found to be in possession of heroin after a car stop in Newark early Friday morning.

 

The incident happened at approximately 1:55 a.m. on December 3, 2010 as a trooper on routine patrol observed a 2010 Dodge caravan traveling on southbound I-95 at a high rate of speed. After the trooper then observed the vehicle make a lane change without using a turn signal, he stopped the car approximately .2 miles south of DE Rt. 1. The trooper contacted the driver of the vehicle, later identified as Herbert L. Cherry, of Tarboro, North Carolina, and learned that the van had been rented in North Carolina. According to the vehicle rental agreement, the van was only to be operated in North Carolina or Virginia. The trooper asked Cherry for consent to search the vehicle but was denied. A Delaware State Police canine trained in drug detection was then called to the scene. The canine alerted on the vehicle as possibly containing illegal substances. A subsequent search of the vehicle, which was also occupied by Tony R. Rheams, 47, of Scotland Neck, North Carolina, revealed 1298 glassine bags each containing heroin inside of a plastic shopping bag which was hidden inside of a backpack. Digital scales, as well as fictitious social security cards with Herbert Cherry’s name on them were also located.

 

Herbert Cherry was arrested on the above list of charges. He was arraigned at JP Court 2 and then committed to the Howard Young Correctional Institution for lack of $77,500 secured bail. Tony R. Rheams was also arrested on the above listed charges. He was also arraigned at JP Court 2hen committed to the Howard Young Correctional Institution for lack of $77,000.00 secured bail.

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DREAM Act Likely Going Down In Flames

Conservatives who oppose the DREAM Act likely don’t have much to worry over it. The bill, which the White House and Democratic congressional leadership have made a top priority, looks like it’s headed down in flames during the lame-duck session.

Republicans and moderate Democrats are uniting against the bill, which sets a path to citizenship for illegal immigrant students. That represents a strong opposition as liberal Democrats mount an effort to push the bill forward this week.

The anti-Dream bill forces are particularly powerful in the Senate, given the GOP’s filibuster power.

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Oppose DREAM Act Event Tuesday 11:30AM

When:  Tomorrow, Tuesday, Dec 7, 11:30 a.m. Where:  Outside steps of Cannon Building - Independence and New Jersey Avenue Entrance.  USE  ORANGE/BLUE LINE METRO TO CAPITAL SOUTH STATION Latino Leaders Meet to Oppose DREAM Act   Tuesday morning Latino leaders will join on Capitol Hill to oppose passage of the controversial measure, the Development, Relief, and Education for Alien Minors Act of 2010 (DREAM Act).  The DREAM Act would provide certain minors who are illegal immigrants a path to citizenship if they attend college for two years or join the military.  There are an estimated 12-20 million illegal immigrants residing in the United States.  Proponents and Democratic leaders have pushed hard for the bill's passage and a House vote is expected later this week.  According to Carmen Morales, Latino activist and a leader of the coalition, "Latino leaders are gathered today in solidarity.  We are here to send a strong message to Congress that as Latinos, we stand staunchly opposed to any measure that puts Americans at a disadvantage and rewards illegal behavior." According to congressional statements and the Migration Policy Institute, if passed, the bill could potentially grant amnesty to as many as 2.1 million illegal immigrants.  With unemployment officially at 9.8% this is a huge mistake.  "I think progressives and conservatives alike can agree on the need to support working and middle-class citizens during a depressed economy," said Leah Durant, Executive Director of Progressives for Immigration Reform.  "This bill would provide in-state tuition rates and residency benefits to illegal immigrant students when many Americans are hurting the most.  What makes sense is for America's jobs and tuition benefits to be reserved for people who are legally entitled to compete for them."   Key provisions of the DREAM Act would: Waive numerical limitations on green cards, and prohibit any numerical limitation on the number of persons eligible for citizenship under the bill's provisions.  Allow certain aliens to qualify for in-state tuition rates, even while this benefit is denied to U.S. citizens and legally present aliens residing in other states.       For more information about this press conference please contact:  (202) 543-5325 or info@pfirdc.org.

Howard Stern May Have To Take A Pay Cut

Sirius exec hints that radio host won't get another $100 million a year

LOS ANGELES — Howard Stern could broadcast live on Sirius XM for the last time on Dec. 16.

After that, he heads for his annual end-of-year vacation and there still is no decision as to whether he'll renew his contract, which expires on Dec. 31 and sets Sirius XM back a hefty $100 million every year.

Speaking at a UBS investor conference in New York on Monday, Sirius XM CFO David Frear said he is "hopeful" that Stern sticks with the company, but hinted that if he does it would be for less money.

GO HERE to read more.

Good News From Giant Food!

We received word from the local Giant Food manager that Giant has amended its corporate policy to allow for more bell ringing.

The Salvation Army can now add Bell Ringers for four hours on Saturday, December 11 and Saturday, December 18. During Christmas week, Red Kettles can be placed in front of Giant Food from 9 to 9, December 20-23 and until 2PM Christmas eve.

We are grateful the corporate policy has been amended and wish to express appreciation to the management and staff for their support of individuals with needs in our community.

If you'd like to volunteer to ring the bell please call 410-749-7464.

Your friends at The Salvation Army

Toilet Paper Injury Lawsuit Can Go To Jury

Michigan woman can sue restaurant for 'bizarre' dispenser accident

DETROIT — A Michigan woman whose hand was broken while she was reaching for toilet paper can sue a restaurant over her injury.

The case is dividing the Michigan Supreme Court. The court's liberal majority says a jury should decide whether the dispenser created an unreasonable risk of harm at Texas Roadhouse in Taylor.

The court's three conservative justices say there should be no liability for ordinary accidents.

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Sheri Schooley says it's a "bizarre story." She says the cover on the dispenser fell on her right hand, breaking it.

Volunteers Needed To Ring The Bell Tomorrow

N. Walmart Grocery - 12 to 2 - recent cancellation

N. Walmart Retail - 9 to 12

Sears - 4 to 6 - Cancellation UPDATE: Covered

Fruitland Walmart Retail - 9 to 11 and 12 to 3

Fruitland Walmart Grocery - 11 to 4

Thieves Hit Food Bank

CROWNSVILLE, Md. - Thieves have broken into and stolen items from the Anne Arundel County Food and Resource Bank. It happened early Friday morning at the agency's headquarters in Crownsville, Md.

Gone are computers, printers, and a fax machine. The burglars tried to take a newly-donated snow blower, but it apparently was too heavy for them.

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Man Kills Son To Stop Stabbing Spree

A Griswold, Conn., man shot and killed his son Saturday night after the son repeatedly stabbed the man and his wife, the Hartford Courant reported Sunday.

Police said David Gemeasky Jr., 24, entered the bedroom of a home in Griswold, about 50 miles east of Hartford, Conn., around 7:40 p.m. Saturday and began stabbing his father, David Gemeasky Sr. He then attacked his mother, Tamara Brennan, as she tried to run away.

David Gemeasky Sr. was able to get his shotgun and fatally shoot his son despite suffering from serious stab wounds. David Gemeasky Jr. was pronounced dead at the scene. 

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'Monday Night Football' Icon Don Meredith Dies

Don Meredith, one of the most recognizable figures of the early Dallas Cowboys before jumping into the broadcast booth to call games with Howard Cosell, dies of a brain hemorrhage at 72

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Pat Gillick Makes The Hall Of Fame; George Steinbrenner, Marvin Miller Denied!

The Veteran’s Committee has spoken and Pat Gillick is the only person who was elected to the Hall of Fame.

In addition to holding many other jobs in baseball, Pat Gillick built the Blue Jays from an expansion team into a World Series champ and did an excellent job in both Seattle — building the team that won 116 games in 2001 — and Philly, where he built the team that won the 2008 World Series and continues to dominate today.

But taking nothing away from Gillick, this vote is more notable for who was left off: George Steinbrenner and Marvin Miller. Each of whom belong in the Hall of Fame.

GO HERE to read more.

Drunk Driving Will Land You On The Naughty List

The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office reminds you to be safe and use a Designated Driver when you go out this Holiday Season.

The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office and other allied agencies will be conducting “Operation Santa’s Sleigh”, a countywide Impaired Driving Enforcement Initiative to keep drunk and drugged drivers off the road.

After hearing about the dangers of drinking and driving time after time, most people have gotten the message that if they’re planning on drinking, they should always plan a safe way home,” said Sheriff Mike Lewis.  “But sadly, millions of Americans still think they are invincible and regularly choose to get behind the wheel after having too much to drink.”

 Sheriff Lewis said parents should take note that young males were at particularly high risk, with nearly one-quarter admitting to riding with someone who should not have been behind the wheel in the past year.

“We know that the holiday season can be one of the deadliest and most dangerous times on America’s roadways due to an increase in drunk driving,” said Sheriff Lewis. “Don’t let your 2010 end in an arrest or worse, death.  Remember, whether you’ve had way too many or just one too many, it’s not worth the risk!”

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, during the month of December 2009, 753 people were killed in crashes that involved a driver or motorcycle rider (operator) with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher.

The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office recommends these simple tips for a safe holiday season:
Plan a safe way home before the festivities begin;

Before drinking, designate a sober driver;
If you’re impaired, use a taxi, call a sober friend or family member, or use public transportation;
If you happen to see a drunk driver on the road, don’t hesitate to contact your local law enforcement;

And remember, Friends Don’t Let Friends Drive Drunk.  If you know someone who is about to drive or ride while impaired, take their keys and help them make other arrangements to get to where they are going safely.

For more information, please visit www.StopImpairedDriving.org      

Wicomico County Sheriff's Department Press Releases

Incident: Possession of Fraudulent Government Identification
Date of Incident: 5 December 2010
Location: Keene Avenue, Salisbury, MD

Suspect:
1. Jose Dominguez, 20, Salisbury, MD
2. Arturo Dominguez, 19, Salisbury, MD
              
Narrative: On 5 December 2010 at 11:56 PM, a deputy stopped a vehicle operated by Jose Dominguez for an equipment violation on Keene Avenue in Salisbury. While speaking with Jose and his passenger Arturo Dominguez, the deputy learned that neither of them had a driver’s license. During the encounter, the deputy discovered that both of the subjects had fraudulent driver’s license in their possession, Jose Dominquez’ was from North Carolina while Arturo Dominguez was from Texas. Upon verification with the Motor Vehicle Administrations of both states, the deputy discerned that both fake.


Both were placed under arrest and transported to the Central Booking Unit for processing and an initial appearance before a District Court Commissioner. The Commissioner decided to detain both in the Detention Center in lieu of $5,000.00 bond each.


Charges: 
Possession of Fraudulent Government Issued Identification
Driving Without a License (Jose Dominguez only)



Incident: Assault
Date of Incident: 4 December 2010
Location: 7500 block of Carmen Court, Parsonsburg, MD
Suspect: Terri L. Moss, 47, Parsonsburg, MD
                
Narrative: On 4 December 2010 at 5:11 AM, a deputy investigated an altercation that reportedly occurred at a residence in the 7500 block of Carmen Ct in Parsonsburg. The deputy met with a female victim who advised that she was involved in a verbal altercation with a woman she resides with, Terri Moss, when Moss allegedly bit the victim on her forearm. During the investigation, the deputy saw physical injury on the victim’s forearm that corroborated her account.

The deputy placed Moss under arrest and transported her to the Central Booking Unit for processing and an initial appearance before a District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, the Commissioner detained Moss in the Detention Center in lieu of $20,000.00 bond.

Charges: Assault 2nd Degree


Incident: Possession of Marijuana
Date of Incident: 5 December 2010
Location: Ocean Gateway E/B, Hebron, MD
Suspect: Lynde B. Jordon, 19, Owings Mill, MD
                
Narrative: On 5 December 2010 at 4:32 PM, a deputy from the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office stopped a vehicle on Ocean Gateway for an equipment violation. Upon approaching the driver, Lynde Jordan, the deputy detected the odor of marijuana emanating from within the vehicle. While the deputy was inquiring from Jordan about the source of the odor, Jordan admitted to being in possession of marijuana and removed it from its hiding place in his right sneaker.

The deputy placed Jordon under arrest and transported him to the Central Booking Unit where he was processed and taken in front of the District Court Commissioner. After an initial appearance, the Commissioner released Jordon on Personal Recognizance.

Charges: Possession of Marijuana


Incident: Vandalism Investigation
Date of Incident: 1-4 December 2010
Location: 27588 Pemberton Drive, Salisbury, MD
Suspect: Pending
                
Narrative: During the week of 1-4 December 2010, the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office began an investigation into a series of vandalisms on the property of Chesapeake Nurseries on Pemberton Drive. Investigation has revealed damage to several pieces of equipment used at the nursery. Also damaged in these incidents were the greenhouses themselves.

The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating these incidents. Anyone who may have any information as to the identity of the perpetrators is asked to contact the Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office at 410-548-4890.

Information may also be reported anonymously to Crime Solvers at 410-548-1776. Those that call Crime Solvers with information that leads to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.

Charges: Malicious Destruction of Property

L. Wolfe's Article On The Federal Reserve Bank

http://www.rense.com/general92/feds.htm

Wolfe makes the argument that the Fed has usurped authority of the United States Government and now conrols our economy totally.  They also have enslaved Americans to pay for the "bailout" of foreign national debt.

TSA-Style Pat Downs Hit The Streets

In Philadelphia, you don’t have to visit the airport to have the government molest you, TSA-style “stop, question and frisk” pat downs are already being conducted by police on the streets targeting people who act suspicious, by doing things like putting their hands in their coat pocket.


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