Trenton needs more “a-holes”like Democratic state lawmaker Jeff Van Drew
Democratic state lawmaker Jeff Van Drew: If wanting tax break makes me ‘an a-hole,’ so be it
TRENTON – Well, if the shoe fits.
That’s the response by a Democratic state lawmaker who says if wanting a tax break for middle-class families makes him “an a-hole,” according to a top union official, then so be it.
Sen. Jeff Van Drew, (D-1), said he’s “taken aback,” but largely unfazed by a comment made by Communications Workers of America of New Jersey’s Hetty Rosenstein on the union official’s Facebook page.
“Like if you think Jeff Van Drew is one of the biggest assholes in the Democratic Party,” Rosenstein wrote in a Facebook post with a link to a news story.
Rosenstein was reacting to a PolitickerNJ story in which Van Drew said he agrees with Gov. Chris Christie’s new tax cut proposal. The comment was posted on her social media page Tuesday evening.
Gallup: Despite Media Attention Only 4% of Americans Think Gun Control is an Important Problem, its the economy stupid !
Clueless media?
Politicians out of touch?
April 16, 2013
CNSNews.com) – Only 4 percent of Americans think guns and gun control are an important problem facing the country, according to Gallup, and far more Americans are concerned about the economy, unemployment and the federal debt.
In its poll from Apr. 4-7, Gallup surveyed 1,005 adults by telephone and asked, “What do you think is the most important problem facing the country today?”
Roofers union calls for Obamacare’s repeal
April 16, 2013 | 5:31 pm | Modified: April 16, 2013 at 6:00 pm
The United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers isreportedly the first union to officially call for repeal of the Affordable Care Act, aka Obamacare. The health care law is prompting some serious buyer’s remorse in Big Labor, which worked hard on behalf of the administration to pass it:
The union’s statement can be found here. The full text is below:
United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers International President Kinsey M. Robinson issued the following statement today calling for a repeal or complete reform of President Obama’s Affordable Care Act (ACA):
The union’s statement can be found here. The full text is below:
United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers International President Kinsey M. Robinson issued the following statement today calling for a repeal or complete reform of President Obama’s Affordable Care Act (ACA):
“Our Union and its members have supported President Obama and his Administration for both of his terms in office.
But regrettably, our concerns over certain provisions in the ACA have not been addressed, or in some instances, totally ignored. In the rush to achieve its passage, many of the Act’s provisions were not fully conceived, resulting in unintended consequences that are inconsistent with the promise that those who were satisfied with their employer sponsored coverage could keep it.
These provisions jeopardize our multi-employer health plans, have the potential to cause a loss of work for our members, create an unfair bidding advantage for those contractors who do not provide health coverage to their workers, and in the worst case, may cause our members and their families to lose the benefits they currently enjoy as participants in multi-employer health plans.
For decades, our multi-employer health and welfare plans have provided the necessary medical coverage for our members and their families to protect them in times of illness and medical needs. This collaboration between labor and management has been a model of success that should be emulated rather than ignored. I refuse to remain silent, or idly watch as the ACA destroys those protections.
I am therefore calling for repeal or complete reform of the Affordable Care Act to protect our employers, our industry, and our most important asset: our members and their families.”
NYT Bestselling Children’s author, Dan Gutman and Co-host of The Chew, Daphne Oz at Bookends Today
Dan Gutman Thursday, April 18th @ 4:00pm
NYT Bestselling Children’s author, Dan Gutman, will sign his new book, You Only Die Twice.
Daphne Oz Thursday, April 18th @ 7:00pm
Co-host of The Chew, Daphne Oz, will sign her new book: Relish; An Adventure in Food, Style and Everyday Fun Book available April 16th
Appearing authors will only autograph books purchased at Bookends and must have valid Bookends Receipt.Availability & pricing for all autographed books subject to change.
Bookends cannot guarantee that the books that are Autographed will always be First Printings.Autographed books purchased at Bookends are non-returnable.
While we try to insure that all customers coming to Bookends’ signings will meet authors and get their books signed, we cannot guarantee that all attendees will meet the author or that all books will be signed. We cannot control inclement weather, author travel schedules or authors who leave prematurely.
Bookends, 211 E. Ridgewood Avenue, Ridgewood, NJ 07450 201-445-0726
STATE REPORT CARDS ON RIDGEWOOD SCHOOLS ARE OUT: The state’s annual report on every public school in New Jersey is out.
Click below to access the links to each Ridgewood school. Visit our website for more information, including a letter from Dan Fishbein about the data. https://tinyurl.com/bq8zb4y
Neighboring Glen Rock smart phones receiving unwanted porn
Thursday, April 18, 2013
BY CHRIS HARRIS
STAFF WRITER
The Record
GLEN ROCK — Unsolicited pornographic images popped up on the smart phones of several borough residents earlier this week, prompting police to issue a warning.
Detective James Calaski said on Wednesday that the department fielded calls from school district officials after several students reported receiving the image — depicting adults engaged in a sexual activity.
The image — sent anonymously through the popular phone app SnapChat — was also received by a number of residents who called police.
“We told people they were one of many people who were getting these messages,” Calaski said.
In a warning released through the department’s Facebook page on Tuesday, police said other area departments were getting calls about the picture and that the image “appears to be some sort of spam message.” The Glen Rock police are advising anyone who receives such messages not to open them and delete them.”
The warning further discussed the “potential dangers of using adult-oriented apps like SnapChat.”
Driving to work now costs $9,100 a year as insurance and maintenance prices rise
By Daily Mail Reporter
PUBLISHED: 00:05 EST, 17 April 2013 | UPDATED: 00:05 EST, 17 April 2013
Owning a car will cost the average American driver more than $9,100 this year, the AAA has revealed.
The automotive club unveiled its annual study of driving costs on Tuesday and found that the average sedan owner will rack of $0.61 for every mile on the road.
SUV drivers are in for even more pain in the wallet – $0.77 per mile or $11,600 a year.
Governor Chris Chistie orders flags at half-staff today
FLAGS TO FLY AT HALF-STAFF: As per Executive Order from Governor Chris Chistie, all flags will be flown at half-staff on Thursday, April 18, in recognition and mourning of the passing of the victims of the bombings that took place at the Boston Marathon.
Ridgewood Police Issue Crime Prevention SCAM ALERT
April 17,2013
Ridgewood NJ, Over the past week, several residents of surrounding towns have fallen victim to “The Grandparent Scam”. In both cases, the victims received a telephone call from someone they believed to be their grandchild. The first caller claimed to have been involved in a car accident and arrested in Mexico and needed $1,700 for bail. The grandfather sent the money via Western Union to an address in Mexico. After sending the money, the victim was able to make contact with his grandson and learned that he was never arrested in Mexico.
The other call was from a “grandson” who stated that he was in Haiti for a charity project for his school. He claimed to have been arrested and needed money for bail. That particular victim sent more than $5,800.00 only to find out that his grandson was at his college in Florida and never arrested in Haiti. The callers in these scams are very believable and are very good at convincing the victim that they are their grandchild. For more information on this, visit the FBI website at https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/2012/april/grandparent_040212
A new “PSE&G Payment Scam” has emerged this year. An individual claiming to be from PSE&G calls customers and tells them that their services will be disconnected if they do not make a payment using a MoneyPak card. The scammer will then transfer the funds to a prepaid card and withdraw cash at an ATM. PSE&G will never demand that accounts be paid with MoneyPak cards. For more information on this scam, go to https://www.pseg.com/info/media/newsreleases/2013/2013-02-13.jsp
If you believe you have been the victim of a scam or had someone attempt to victimize you, please report this to your local police department. Additionally please take the time to discuss these scams with your friends and relatives, especially those who may not have access to e-mail.
No Arrest Made in Bombing Investigation
FBI Boston April 17, 2013
Special Agent Greg Comcowich (617) 223-6110
Contrary to widespread reporting, no arrest has been made in connection with the Boston Marathon attack. Over the past day and a half, there have been a number of press reports based on information from unofficial sources that has been inaccurate. Since these stories often have unintended consequences, we ask the media, particularly at this early stage of the investigation, to exercise caution and attempt to verify information through appropriate official channels before reporting.
Christ Episcopal Church include: Cheese, Wine and Beer Tasting On Saturday, April 20th Christ Episcopal Church will hold a Cheese, Wine, Beer and Pretzel tasting event April 20, 2013 from 5p.m. to 7 p.m. Cost to attend is $12 per person. Tickets for the event may be purchased at the church office Monday through Friday.
Open to the community, this event is only for those 21 years of age and older. The Wine Seller in Ridgewood will provide the sample libations.
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Photo credit: Boyd A. Loving Bergen County Police Bomb Squad Unit at Work in Ridgewood
April 17,2013
Boyd A. Loving
2:23 PM
Ridgewood NJ , Members of the Bergen County Police Department’s (BCPD) Bomb Squad Unit were called to the Ridgewood Wild Duck Pond Area just before 1 PM on Wednesday in response to a 911 report of a suspicious package contained in a wire mesh trash can near a heavily used playground area.
Ridgewood PD units, under the direct, on-site command of Chief John Ward, closed the main entrance to the park and evacuated all persons in and near the playground area until the package was determined to be safe by means of portable x-ray equipment. Several Patrol Division units from BCPD were also on the scene. The area was cleared for public use at approximately 1:45 PM.
Ridgewood Police Stepup Patrols in the aftermath of the tragic events occurring in Boston
April 17,2013
Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood Police Department would like to advise residents, that immediately after the tragic events occurring in Boston, patrols have been increased in our public transportation areas.
While there are no specific or credible threats in our jurisdiction or in NJ, increased patrols will continue. Anyone seeing anything suspicious please contact your local Police immediately., again if you see something say something .
