>NJ school voucher program in committee’s hands
A bill that would create the state’s first school voucher program and offer scholarships to students in low-performing school districts is scheduled to be considered Thursday in a key Senate committee. (Method, Home News Tribune)
https://www.mycentraljersey.com/article/20110117/NEWS/101170334/1098/POLITICS
>Ridgewood Schools : DELAYED OPENING TODAY, JANUARY 18
DELAYED OPENING: Under the delayed opening plan, the school day will begin two hours later than usual. School bus schedules will operate two hours later. The morning kindergarten will be canceled; the afternoon kindergarten will follow the regular hours. Children in grades 1-5 who have not ordered lunches must bring a bag lunch to school. There will not be sufficient time for children to go home for lunch when there is a delayed opening.
>Arizona Shooter Jared Loughner : Bush Hater
Looking Behind the Mug-Shot Grin
NYT
This article was reported by Jo Becker, Serge F. Kovaleski, Michael Luo and Dan Barry and written by Mr. Barry.
TUCSON — Moments after the swirl of panic, blood, death and shock, the suspect was face down on the pavement and squirming under the hold of two civilians, his shaved head obscured by a beanie and the hood of his dark sweatshirt.
Deputy Sheriff Thomas Audetat, a chiseled former Marine with three tours in Iraq to his credit, dug his knee into the gangly young man’s back and cuffed him. With the aid of another deputy, he relieved the heroic civilians of their charge and began searching for weapons other than the Glock semiautomatic pistol, secured nearby under a civilian’s foot, that had just fired 31 rounds.
In the left front pocket, two 15-round magazines. In the right front pocket, a black, four-inch folding knife. “Are there any other weapons on you?” Deputy Audetat recalled demanding.
>Gov. Christie urged Republicans in Congress not to “paper over” the problems facing deficit-racked U.S. states
Christie tells Congress not to give states more
Gov. Christie on Sunday urged Republicans in Congress not to “paper over” the problems facing deficit-racked U.S. states with an additional round of stimulus spending. (Dopp, Bloomberg)
https://www.philly.com/inquirer/local/nj/20110117_Christie_tells_Congress_not_to_give_states_more.html#ixzz1BHulUjWi
>Is NJ’s unemployment program too generous?
Speaking on a panel before a group of business leaders last month, Assembly Republican Leader Alex DeCroce must have thought his remarks that the state’s unemployment benefits were too generous would resonate with the audience. (Diamond, Asbury Park Press)
https://www.app.com/article/20110116/NEWS03/101160339/Is-NJ-s-unemployment-program-too-generous-
>New Jersey tax collections 4.5% above projections
New Jersey’s tax revenue exceeded projections by 4.5 percent in the first half of the current fiscal year as income levies surged 11 percent above estimates, the treasurer said. (Dopp, Bloomberg)
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-01-14/new-jersey-tax-collections-4-5-above-projections-update1-.html
>Business tax cut to be included in Gov. Christie’s budget this year
A tax break for New Jersey businesses will be included in the budget Gov. Chris Christie will present next month, he said in an interview that aired today on Fox News. (Gibson, The Star-Ledger)
https://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2011/01/gov_christie_to_cut_business_t.html
>Abbott Schools :When do we deal with real school problems?
When do we deal with real school problems?
The state Supreme Court quickly appointed a special master to determine whether school aid cuts are hampering the state constitution’s mandate for a “thorough and efficient system” of education in the so-called Abbotts. Too bad he can’t take a look at what’s really holding the kids back. (Ingle, Daily Record)
https://www.dailyrecord.com/article/B3/20110116/OPINION0503/101160332/1093/COLUMNISTS/When-do-we-deal-with-real-school-problems?
>Will NJ medical pot law go up in smoke?
The terminally ill’s lack of access to medical marijuana is one of the worries of a state senator who is trying to force Gov. Chris Christie’s administration to change proposed regulations of the drug. (Jordan, Daily Record)
>Hu calls currency system ‘product of the past’
China’s President Hu Jintao said Sunday the international currency system was “a product of the past,” but it would be a long time before the yuan is accepted as an international currency.
Hu’s comments, which came ahead of a state visit to Washington on Wednesday, reflected the continuing tensions over the dollar’s role as the major reserve currency in the aftermath of the US financial crisis in 2008.
“The current international currency system is the product of the past,” Hu said in written answers to questions posed by The Wall Street Journal and the Washington Post.
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The Hermitage: Today 1-4 p.m.Civil War Winter Encampment
January 15-16, 2011, 1-4 p.m.Civil War Winter Encampment
The members of Company B, 2nd Rhode Island Volunteers, will stage a special winter encampment on the grounds of the Hermitage National Historic Landmark on the weekend of January 15-16, 2011, the museum’s public hours (1-4 p.m.). The Civil War re-enactor group, based in Clifton, New Jersey, also hosts an encampment at The Hermitage in May. The unit will set up the outdoor Winter Encampment regardless of the presence of snow. In fact, they are hoping for snow to add to the realism of their living history portrayal of the hardships encountered by soldiers during the Civil War. On display will be tents in which soldiers endured the harsh elements, as well as other displays of wintertime provisions. In addition, there will be indoor displays of Civil War artifacts, as well as engaging hands-on activities for families with children to learn more about this important era in American history.
Entry to the Winter Encampment is included with regular admission to the museum: $7 for adults; $5 for seniors; and $4 for children. Museum members and chilren under 6 are admitted free. Hours are 1-4 p.m. both days.
The Hermitage
335 North Franklin Turnpike
Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ 07423-1035
Telephone: (201) 445-8311
Fax: (201) 445-0437
>Blame Righty: A condensed history
by Michelle Malkin
Creators Syndicate
Copyright 2010
https://michellemalkin.com/2011/01/14/blame-righty-a-condensed-history/
I agree with President Obama. When it comes to politicizing random violence, he and his supporters have been “far too eager to lay the blame for all that ails the world at the feet of those who think differently than” they do. Recognition is the first step toward reconciliation. It’s time to recognize the poisonous pervasiveness of the Blame Righty meme.
For the past two years, Democrat officials, liberal activists, and journalists have jumped to libelous conclusions about individual shooting sprees committed by mentally unstable loners with incoherent delusions all over the ideological map. The White House now pledges to swear off “pointing fingers or assigning blame.” Alas, the Obama administration’s political and media foot soldiers have proven themselves incapable of such restraint.
https://michellemalkin.com/2011/01/14/blame-righty-a-condensed-history/
….In May 2010, liberal New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg tried to preemptively pin the Times Square bombing attempt on “someone with a political agenda that doesn’t like the health care bill or something.” The culprit was unrepentant Muslim jihadist Faisal Shahzad.
https://michellemalkin.com/2011/01/14/blame-righty-a-condensed-history/
>Restaurant Week in Ridgewood sponsored by the Ridgewood Chamber of Commerce
Sun, January 16, 2011 – Sun, January 23, 2011
Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Business District in Ridgewood, Ridgewood, NJ
Event Description
Ridgewood’s famous Restaurant Week 2011
Sunday-January 16 through Thursday January 20 –
Sunday-January 23 through Thursday January 27
FREE Parking all day Sunday and after 6:00pm
Monday-Saturday.
Participanting restaurants will offer a pre-fixe menu for $20.11+tax/tip. (beverage not included)
Call restaurants for details of offer-
Amano Neopolitan 201-493-2000
LaTour,French-American*
*Lunch only 201-445-5056
TreVoci 201-857-3494
LaPiazza Bistro Italiano 201-447-5111
Blend 201-447-4343
Marcello’s Restaurant 201-652-2120
The Stable Restaurant * 201-444-1199
*except Sunday’s
Sushi X1 201-689-7878
Mediterraneo 201-447-0022
Mekong Grill 201-445-0011
Dim Sum Dynasty 201-652-0686
Lisa’s Turkish Kitchen 201-251-8686
Sakurabana 201-447-6525
Basil & Thyme 201-240-0528
Smith Brothers 201-444-8111
It’s Greek To Me 201-612-2600
Call Ridgewood Chamber for additional information
201-445-2600 or email: [email protected]
>Ridgewood Station: Construction Project Update January 2011 – Ticket Office is Now Open
As of January 2011, station improvements continue at Ridgewood Station with project completion expected in late summer 2011.
The ADA compliant restrooms, upgraded waiting room and ticket agent office are now open. A ticket agent is available weekdays between 5 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
When completed, the project will bring the station into compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and improve the functionality of the station. Work on both the center island platform and the elevators are scheduled to be completed late summer 2011 when Ridgewood Station will be fully accessible.
Please be aware that Ridgewood Station is NOT accessible to customers with disabilities at this time. Customers requiring an accessible station should use Ramsey Route 17 Station instead.
In 2011, customers can expect to see the following construction activity:
Center island platform and canopy
Platform lighting and public address systems
Variable Messaging Screens with real-time train departures and announcements
Landscaping of Garber Square Park
Activation of elevators at the end of project
Closure of outbound low-level platform
Installation of etched glass panels in center island platform shelters
Paving and restriping of the Garber Square commuter parking lot
Franklin Avenue sidewalk closed through summer 2011
Continuing through summer 2011, the Franklin Avenue sidewalk under the railroad overpass will be closed for ongoing long-term construction work the Franklin Avenue Bridge. In addition, one lane of Franklin Avenue (normally used for right turns onto North Broad Street) will be closed intermittently to vehicular traffic. During this time, NJ TRANSIT will install two new elevators and make stairway improvements. Customers who use the Franklin Avenue underpass should use the pedestrian tunnel at the south end of the station to access North Broad Street, Wilsey Square and Garber Square.
For your safety, please obey all posted signs and do not travel through barricaded areas.
We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience while we work to improve Ridgewood Station. NJ TRANSIT will continue to keep customers updated on the progress of the project.
