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Posted on August 5, 2014August 5, 2014 by James — 1 Comment

Ridgewood teen Charlotte Samuels completes second leg of open water swimming Triple Crown

photo credit Catalina Channel Swimming Federation

Ridgewood teen Charlotte Samuels completes second leg of open water swimming Triple Crown

AUGUST 4, 2014, 11:08 PM LAST UPDATED: MONDAY, AUGUST 4, 2014, 11:49 PM
BY ABBOTT KOLOFF
STAFF WRITER
THE RECORD

Charlotte Samuels, a 16-year-old from Ridgewood, swam through powerful currents and multiple jellyfish bites to complete a 20.2-mile swim from Catalina Island to a Southern California beach in a little less than 20 hours Monday night.

Her arrival on the beach at Rancho Palos Verdes, about eight hours after she had anticipated, took her one giant step closer to her dream of becoming the youngest person ever to swim the so-called Triple Crown of open water swimming, leaving only an English Channel crossing. She completed her first leg when she swam around Manhattan in June.

At about 7:45 p.m. Pacific time, Charlotte staggered onto the beach, her arms red with welts from jellyfish bites, and made her way to touch dry rocks before an observer from the Catalina Channel Swimming Federation declared the crossing to be official. She had spent about 19 hours and 45 minutes in the water, almost twice as much time as her previous longest swim of 10 hours.

“It’s an overwhelming thing,” her mother, Suzanne Samuels, said in a telephone interview. “That’s incredible. That’s a long time in the water.”

– See more at: https://www.northjersey.com/news/ridgewood-teen-charlotte-samuels-completes-second-leg-of-open-water-swimming-triple-crown-1.1062199#sthash.tvHxovoT.dpuf

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Leaked CBP Report Shows Entire World Exploiting Open US Border

Leaked CBP Report Shows Entire World Exploiting Open US Border

LUBBOCK, Texas — A leaked intelligence analysis from the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reveals the exact numbers of illegal immigrants entering and attempting to enter the U.S. from more than 75 different countries. The report was obtained by a trusted source within the CBP agency who leaked the document and spoke with Breitbart Texas on the condition of anonymity. The report is labeled as “Unclassified//For Official Use Only” and indicates that the data should be handled as “Sensitive But Unclassified (SBU).”

The numbers provided are in graphics and are broken down into “OFO” and “OBP.” The Customs and Border Protection agency is divided into the Office of Field Operations (OFO) and the Office of Border Patrol (OBP). The OFO numbers reflect anyone either turning themselves in at official U.S. points of entry, or anyone caught while being smuggled at the points of entry. The OBP numbers reflect anyone being caught or turning themselves in to Border Patrol agents between the points of entry, or anyone caught at interior checkpoints by Border Patrol agents. The “OFO Inadmissible” designation to any individual from a nation other than Mexico or Canada means that U.S. authorities took the individuals into custody. Whether they were deported or given a Notice to Appear is unknown. It is important to note these numbers do not include data from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The unavailable ICE data are in addition to these numbers.

The report reveals the apprehension numbers ranging from 2010 through July 2014. It shows that most of the human smuggling from Syria and Albania into the U.S. comes through Central America. The report also indicates the routes individuals from North Africa and the Middle East take into the European Union, either to illegally migrate there or as a possible stop in their journey to the United States. The data are broken down further into the specific U.S. border sectors where the apprehensions and contact occurred.

Among the significant revelations are that individuals from nations currently suffering from the world’s largest Ebola outbreak have been caught attempting to sneak across the porous U.S. border into the interior of the United States. At least 71 individuals from the three nations affected by the current Ebola outbreak have either turned themselves in or been caught attempting to illegally enter the U.S. by U.S. authorities between January 2014 and July 2014.

https://www.breitbart.com/Breitbart-Texas/2014/08/03/Leaked-CBP-Report-Shows-Entire-World-Exploiting-Open-US-Border

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Jeff Bell’s surging senate race against Cory Booker

Jeff Bell’s surging senate race against Cory Booker

In his Senate run against Cory Booker, Republican Jeff Bell is doing nothing the experts tell you a candidate should do — and everything they say you shouldn’t. But here’s the extraordinary thing: He continues to close the gap against a man who is supposed to be “unbeatable.” (The New York Post)

https://nypost.com/2014/08/03/jeff-bells-surging-senate-race-against-cory-booker/

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2014 Kasschau Memorial Shell Entertainment Schedule

2014 Kasschau Memorial Shell Entertainment Schedule

Free Summer Entertainment Under the Stars

August 5, 2014 Rio Clemente & Friends – Bishop of Jazz
Kasschau Shell – Sponsored by Columbia Bank and Ridgewood
Free concert at Kasschau Shell, Vets Field. Concert starts at 8:30PM. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy!

August 7, 2014 TREBLE – Popular Rock
Sponsored by Atlantic Medical Concepts, BRANDFOG, One Shop Wireless
Kasschau Shell on Vets Field. Show starts at 8:30PM. Bring a blanket or chair and enjoy this free concert under the stars!

You may contact the Kasschau Shell Memorial Committee by email at [email protected]

Posted on August 4, 2014August 4, 2014 by James — 10 Comments

Man Being Tested At Mount Sinai Hospital For Possible Ebola Virus

Man Being Tested At Mount Sinai Hospital For Possible Ebola Virus
August 4, 2014 4:15 PM

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork/AP) – A patient at Mount Sinai Hospital was under treatment Monday afternoon, after being tested after traveling to a country where the Ebola virus is present, the hospital said in a statement.

The man arrived at the East Harlem medical center’s emergency room early Monday morning with high fever and gastrointestinal symptoms. The man told doctors he had recently traveled to a West African country where Ebola has been reported, the hospital said.

The man has been placed in “strict isolation” and is undergoing various tests to determine the cause of the symptoms, the hospital said.

“All necessary steps are being taken to ensure the safety of all patients, visitors and staff,” the hospital said in a statement. “We will continue to work closely with federal, state and city health officials to address and monitor this case, keep the community informed and provide the best quality care to all of our patients.”

The World Health Organization announced Monday that the death toll has increased from 729 to 887 deaths in Guinea, Sierra Leone, Liberia and Nigeria, CBS News reported. Most of the newly reported deaths occurred in Liberia.
https://newyork.cbslocal.com/2014/08/04/man-being-tested-at-mount-sinai-hospital-for-possible-ebola-virus/#.U9_xrnp21Dk.facebook

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Hit and Run Accident involving bicyclist in Paramus

Photos by Boyd Loving

Hit and Run Accident involving bicyclist in Paramus
August 3,2014
Boyd A. Loving
4:03 PM

Paramus NJ, A bicyclist was struck and seriously injured by a hit & run driver at approximately 9:20 PM on Sunday, 08/03 in front of 67 Paramus Road, Paramus. The fleeing vehicle was described as a silver pick up truck, last seen on Paramus Road south heading towards Rochelle Park. Paramus PD, EMS, and a paramedic unit from The Valley Hospital responded to assist the victim. One lane of Paramus Road northbound and one lane of Paramus Road southbound remain closed near the accident scene while law enforcement officers conduct an investigation. The victim was female. She was riding with a male partner who was uninjured. Both cyclists appeared to have been riding what is commonly referred to as “folding” bikes. When police first arrived at the scene the victim was totally unresponsive. She was responsive and alert at the time she was loaded into the ambulance. Taken to HUMC. The male cyclist was observed loading his bike into the trunk of a police car and then being driven away from the scene. No lights were observed on either bike.

Photo credit: Boyd A. Loving

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Sen. Rand Paul: Hillary Clinton not ‘fit to lead the country’

what difference does it make?

Sen. Rand Paul: Hillary Clinton not ‘fit to lead the country’

Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., said Hillary Clinton is not “fit to lead the country” Friday, mocking the former secretary of state’s comments about her wealth and condemning her response to the September 2012 attack on a U.S. facility in Benghazi. (Miller/CBS News)

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/sen-rand-paul-hillary-clinton-not-fit-to-lead-the-country/

Posted on August 4, 2014August 4, 2014 by James — 4 Comments

‘Unless there are changes made to the system itself, we cannot tax our citizens enough, even if we wanted to,’ governor says

‘Unless there are changes made to the system itself, we cannot tax our citizens enough, even if we wanted to,’ governor says

PARSIPPANY -Gov. Chris Christie this afternoon tried a flanking move in his public pensions and benefits chess game with the Democratic Legislature, leaning on the optics of what he promised will be an apolitical squad of fiscal experts. (Pizarro/PolitickerNJ)

https://www.politickernj.com/78386/christie-unles-there-are-changes-made-system-itself-we-cannot-tax-our-citizens-enough-even-if-

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US Senate Candidate Jeff Bell will speak out on Washington’s Economic Dysfunction at Anti Harry Reid rally today

US Senate Candidate Jeff Bell will speak out on Washington’s Economic Dysfunction at Anti Harry Reid rally today

US Senate Candidate Jeff Bell asks what do Harry Reid and I have in common besides the fact that we’re old? Absolutely nothing. He’s made himself into dictator of the U.S. Senate in order to do President Obama’s bidding. Each and every conservative bill dies at the hands of Harry Reid because he won’t even allow a vote on any reform agenda.

That’s why I’m going to South Jersey on Monday to be the keynote speaker at a rally organized by the Tea Party Patriots in response to Harry Reid’s road trip there to raise money. If you’d like to join me, it will be 5 pm at 2023 W. Marlton Pike in Cherry Hill.

Harry Reid is coming to New Jersey today August 4th. He will be here for a fund raiser for Donald Norcross (running for the recently vacated seat of Rob Andrews). The fund raiser is being held at Café Lamberti, 2011 Rt. 70 W., Cherry Hill, NJ 08002, at 4 PM.

This is an interesting opportunity for people to draw attention to to all the the Big Government dysfunction ,Failed Economic Policies and the corrupt nature of the current crowd in Washington, D.C.

Sadly, Donald Norcross would be just one more Reid acolyte that would bow to the will of the political machine instead of to the will of the people.

The event begins today Monday, August 4, 2014 ,4-7 PM (come when you are able, leave when you have to)

We will be meeting near the intersection of Rt. 70 East and S. Washington St.Parking on the side streets (S. Washington and Beideman) as well as on Grove St. by the Armory then walk up S. Washington

Wear comfortable shoes and a hat (there is very little shade). Bring your signs and water – it is supposed to be warm. You may bring a chair if you choose to sit.

The Senate can be taken back from Harry Reid once and for all this year. Here in New Jersey, my race is incredibly close — I’m trailing by just 7 points according to a new New York Times poll.

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Bicyclist injured by hit-and-run driver, Paramus police say

Bicyclist injured by hit-and-run driver, Paramus police say

August 3, 2014, 9:59 PM Last updated: Sunday, August 3, 2014, 9:59 PM
BY JIM NORMAN
STAFF WRITER
The Record

PARAMUS — A bicyclist was injured by a hit-and-run driver Sunday night on Paramus Road, police said. The victim was taken to a hospital, but his condition was not immediately known, according to police.

He was reported at first to be unresponsive, but by the time the ambulance arrived he was responsive, police said.

Police said there were conflicting descriptions of the vehicle that hit the bicyclist shortly after 9 p.m. The matter remained under investigation.

– See more at: https://www.northjersey.com/news/bicyclist-injured-by-hit-and-run-driver-paramus-police-say-1.1061607#sthash.QZ6Q2YYP.dpuf

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Village Planning Board – Executive Session at 7pm – August 5, 2014 Meeting

Village Planning Board – Executive Session at 7pm – August 5, 2014 Meeting

PLANNING BOARD

AMENDMENT TO MEETING SCHEDULE

SPECIAL PUBLIC MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT

Executive Session – 7 PM

to Precede August 5, 2014 Meeting

In accordance with the provisions of the “Open Public Meetings Act,” please be advised that prior to the start of the August 5, 2014 Planning Board Special Public Meeting which is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Ridgewood High School Student Center, 627 East Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood, New Jersey, the Planning Board will hold an executive session at 7:00 p.m.

With the exception of Executive Sessions, all meetings of the Ridgewood Planning Board (i.e., official public meetings, work session meetings, pre-meeting assemblies and special meetings) are public meetings which are always open to members of the general public.

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New round of debate set on N.J.’s liquor licenses

New round of debate set on N.J.’s liquor licenses

AUGUST 3, 2014, 7:42 PM LAST UPDATED: SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 2014, 11:32 PM
BY LINDA MOSS
STAFF WRITER
THE RECORD

Proponents of an overhaul of New Jersey’s liquor-license laws are expecting to gain some traction this year after decades of proposals and legislation kicking around unsuccessfully.

Assemblyman John Burzichelli, D-Gloucester, has been circulating a rough draft of a bill that would update the state’s liquor laws. He’s been talking about the issue with “select groups” of stakeholders, including restaurant owners and real estate developers. In New Jersey, liquor licenses range from $50,000 to more than $2 million, which critics say is putting a damper on economic development.

Advocates say a change in the laws — which could include issuing more licenses — would spur restaurant openings throughout the Garden State and boost redevelopment projects in ailing urban and suburban downtowns.

Burzichelli, chairman of the Assembly Appropriations Committee, said he hoped to have a final draft of his legislation introduced next month. Calling his bill a work in progress, he declined to discuss it in detail. But he did say that it will address the main issue that has stymied liquor-law change in the past: finding a way to protect and compensate current license holders who fear a change would devalue their licenses.

– See more at: https://www.northjersey.com/news/changes-eyed-for-n-j-liquor-license-laws-1.1061599#sthash.TMLA3REn.dpuf

Posted on August 4, 2014August 4, 2014 by James — 1 Comment

Rep Scott Garrett’s gas tax bill is stuck in neutral

Rep Scott Garrett’s gas tax bill is stuck in neutral

AUGUST 3, 2014, 10:33 PM LAST UPDATED: SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 2014, 10:56 PM
BY HERB JACKSON
RECORD COLUMNIST
THE RECORD

A last-minute bill that passed Congress last week closed a looming shortfall in the federal highway trust fund, ensuring that money from Washington continues flowing to states for road, bridge and transit projects through next May, instead of drying up later this month.

The stopgap bill, needed because gas taxes no longer raise enough money to support highway and transit spending, relies on several gimmicks, including increasing a customs fee in 2024 and spending all that “revenue” over the next 10 months.

But the long-term transportation financing would have been different if Rep. Scott Garrett, one of just two Republicans who opposed the bill on Thursday, had his way.

Instead of states sending money to Washington and waiting to see what comes back, Garrett, R-Wantage, would give states the option to keep the 18.4-cent federal gas tax paid within their borders and decide how to spend it without federal oversight.

“We would not have to literally beg Washington to get our own money back,” Garrett said in a brief interview last week. “We would not have to be limited or restricted on the purposes. If we felt the money should be used over here and Washington says ‘over there,’ we could spend it where we felt the people of New Jersey need it the most.”

What is not clear is whether New Jersey would want to take that option if it were available. Governor Christie’s office did not respond when asked it wanted to opt out of federal financing.

– See more at: https://www.northjersey.com/news/jackson-garrett-s-gas-tax-bill-is-stuck-in-neutral-1.1061612#sthash.nQ8Gzd5Q.dpuf

Posted on August 4, 2014June 27, 2021 by James — 11 Comments

Post storm conditions at artificial turf fields, Ridgewood

Post storm conditions at artificial turf fields, Ridgewood

Ridgewood Nj , Photos taken at Maple Field, Stevens Field, and the Ridgewood High School Stadium on08/03/2014.

Photo credit: Boyd A. Loving

Posted on August 4, 2014August 3, 2014 by James — Leave a comment

Port Authority Bus Terminal, beset by delays and decrepitude, set for $260M overhaul

Port Authority Bus Terminal, beset by delays and decrepitude, set for $260M overhaul

AUGUST 2, 2014, 11:28 PM LAST UPDATED: SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 2014, 10:32 AM
BY CHRISTOPHER MAAG
STAFF WRITER
THE RECORD

Richard Simon keeps a tally of every injustice inflicted upon him by the Port Authority Bus Terminal. At 5:02 p.m., Bus 77 left for Toms River. Simon recorded its departure on a small notepad using a scratchy blue pen.

Further insults occurred at 5:03, when buses departed for Freehold and Morristown and another for Toms River, leaving Simon behind on the platform waiting for his own bus, the 196, scheduled to depart at 5 p.m. for West Milford. After a lull, four buses left at 5:11, which Simon found especially galling.

“It just kills me,” said Simon, 66, shaking with anger. “They’re charging us top-dollar fares and giving us Third World service.”

Simon isn’t the only person who’s angry. Conditions at the Port Authority Bus Terminal are worse than ever, said Mark Schaff, the man in charge of the facility. Long lines are growing longer. Critical pathways for buses and pedestrians are clogged, deteriorated and dangerous. The heating and cooling systems are inadequate, the bathrooms are horrors, and the ceiling leaks rain and melted snow onto commuters’ heads.

After decades of deferred overhauls, however, a rare alignment of commuter outrage and shifting politics may force the building’s owner, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, to make repairs. The agency plans to spend up to $260 million on maintenance in the coming years, a small down payment on what commuters, some elected officials and the agency’s leaders agree is truly needed: an all-new terminal that could cost more than $1 billion.

– See more at: https://www.northjersey.com/news/port-authority-bus-terminal-beset-by-delays-and-decrepitude-set-for-260m-overhaul-1.1061356#sthash.KaEPhc74.dpuf

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