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>U.S. Files Complaint to Block AT&T, T-Mobile Merger

The U.S. Justice Department sued to block AT&T Inc.’s proposed $39 billion takeover of T-Mobile USA Inc., saying the deal would “substantially lessen competition” in the wireless market.

The government is seeking a declaration that AT&T’s takeover of T-Mobile, a unit of Deutsche Telekom AG (DTE), would violate U.S. antitrust law, according to a complaint filed today in federal court in Washington. The U.S. also asked for a court order blocking implementation of the deal, the largest announced acquisition of the year, according to data compiled by Bloomberg.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-08-31/u-s-files-antitrust-complaint-to-block-proposed-at-t-t-mobile-merger.html

>The Ridgewood Public Library escaped flooding during Hurricane Irene, August 28, 2011


See photos:
https://www.ridgewoodlibrary.org/localhistory/Hurricane%20Floyd.htm


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>Obama’s proposed regs would cost billions annually

President Obama told Speaker John A. Boehner in a letter Tuesday that his administration is considering seven regulations that would each cost the U.S. economy more than $1 billion per year, although he added that these rules are “merely proposed.”

All told, the seven proposed rules cited by Mr. Obama would cost companies at least $38 billion per year and could cost as much as $100 billion annually.

“Before finalizing any of them, we will take account of public comments and concerns and give careful consideration to cost-saving possibilities and alternatives,” Mr. Obama wrote to the Ohio Republican.

Mr. Boehner wrote to the president last Friday, asking for an accounting of proposed rules that would cost more than $1 billion annually. “The economy cannot withstand the barrage of major new federal regulations planned by the administration,” Mr. Boehner said.

https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2011/aug/30/obama-proposed-regulations-would-cost-1-billion/

>DIY Network Hammers Home Great Ideas for Indoor Renovations with an Original Primetime Series Brothers On Call

DIY Network Hammers Home Great Ideas for Indoor Renovations With Six Original Primetime Series and Five New Experts This Fall Newcomers include “I Hate My Bath,” “The Adam Carolla Project,” “Kitchen Crashers,” “Million Dollar Contractor,” “Brothers On Call” and “I Want That.”

If kitchen and bathroom renovations aren’t inspiring enough, DIY Network introduces two new docu-series Brothers On Call and Million Dollar Contractor. Both series capture professional contractors as they navigate the day-to-day operation of running a home renovation business and offer DIY home improvement tips and best practices. Premiering Sunday, Oct. 16 at 9 p.m. ET, Brothers On Call features sibling contractors Terry and Jon Wittmaack and follows their Ridgewood, N.J., based family-owned remodeling company as they show viewers what it takes to succeed in the competitive world of construction. From changing light bulbs to overhauling living rooms, the Wittmaack brothers and their team do more than 1,000 projects a year and DIY Network’s cameras are there to capture their hectic and often hilarious world.

Read more: Breaking News – DIY Network Hammers Home Great Ideas for Indoor Renovations With Six Original Primetime Series and Five New Experts This Fall | TheFutonCritic.com https://www.thefutoncritic.com/news/2011/08/29/diy-network-hammers-home-great-ideas-for-indoor-renovations-with-six-original-primetime-series-and-five-new-experts-this-fall-516514/20110829diy01/#ixzz1WVUXi25t

>Ridgewood Knights of Columbus Take to the Streets Again for Second Annual Stickball Tournament.

Ridgewood-NJ-August 27, 2011: The Ridgewood Knights of Columbus Council #1736 is once again proud to be hosting their annual stickball tournament, to be held on Saturday September 24th beginning at 11:30 a.m. on Passaic Street in Ridgewood. The entrance fee is $100 for a team of four. There will be trophies for first, second, and third place. Refreshments, hotdogs, and hamburgers will be served. There is also a 50/50 raffle. Benefit proceeds will go to the Ridgewood Police PBA and the New Jersey Firefighter’s Mutual Benevolent Association.

“Last year’s inaugural event was a huge success, and we expect this year to be just as lively”, said event coordinator Joseph Hernandez Jr.  “Last year the Knights went head-to-head with Ridgewood’s Finest and Bravest. We encourage other local organizations sign up and join in the activities this year.”

Registration is open to all. “We anticipate a good turn-out, and even if you do not wish to play, you can still come out and enjoy the event”, said Rich Paliotta, co-organizer of the event.

For an application or questions, email:
[email protected] or [email protected]

Media Contact: Ridgewood Knights of Columbus – Richard Hrvatin (201) 410-3041.

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Hurricane Irene

Be safe and we extend our wishes that you take every precaution to take care of yourself, your family and loved ones and of course…….all our family pets!

Following are some suggestions and options if you choose to hunker down or …..the following points may help you decide what is most important for you to do in your particular situation.

You may already have these all in order but just in case we’re sharing.
 
Do you have a battery powered radio (sometimes your radio/alarm clock has a battery backup so that could work); perhaps you need to check the batteries Candles, sternos are helpful if you have electric stove; Three flashlights should be enough for two or three days with new batteries in them. And, you probably already have a flashlight somewhere. Do you need new batteries?

Water -if you can buy some do so or fill up some pots in case there is a water leak and your access is turned off or not available; Fill your tub(s) with water. Clean them first. The water may be absolutely necessary. Depending on what your city or town charges for water, the cost may be a few cents. If you have a well, it’s virtually free

Ice could come in handy for a cooler to keep some specifics items cold if you lose power..like milk, medicine needing refrigeration, etc.

Have an old fashioned phone which is not portable but connects directly to your phone line is good because the portables need electricity to run

Tape/cardboard for some larger windows or bags and tape if they actually break and the storm still rages; Ensure your screen door/all doors are closed and secured.

Move to an inside location all decorative items that could be carried away or do damage with high winds – statues, potted plants, birdbaths from the yard, American flag…

Be ready to move pets if necessary, have travel cases/crates ready
Save your financial life. Get a water-proof case for key financial records, stock certificates, and personal records. A large cooler will do, if it can be securely sealed.

Get your cellphone and PC ready. Each may come in handy if you are trapped indoors for a couple of days. And if you lose electricity, products like the “Power Monkey” ($50) could come in handy. Some come with the ability to use the sun to charge the device.

Do you have walkie talkies? These can definitely keep you in touch with loved ones for up to a mile if you have to make it out into the storm in an emergency. Charge them now or see if they are battery compatible; most are…get batteries.

Make sure you have jumper cables in case you need to charge the battery in the SUV that might be needed to travel in the storm. The car battery will last longer if the car is running, so, don’t forget to fill up your tank. Gas stations will not be able to run their pumps if THEY lose power – gas up now.

You probably already have items like, tuna, can soup and pasta in the kitchen. Make sure you have enough non-perishable food to last three or four days. Paper towels and toilet paper.

Keep some money/cash on hand. You may need it if you run out of essentials and ATM machines are not working for whatever reason. It may seem like a lot of dough, but if you don’t spend it, you don’t loss a dime – except for a fee you might pay for get the money from a cash machine that is not at a branch of your bank.

Sandbags. These are expensive, but some stores are already selling out as customers stock up. In many cases, municipal authorities, local fire or police offices, or state disaster relief organizations give these out.
Generators. These are pricey. But, if you don’t have a car battery or solar power, they may be necessary. Sears sells them for as little as $429.99. And, you can keep them for the next time a storm or summer power outage pulls the plug on your electricity

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Information on Hurricane Irene – Steps to Take to Prepare for Emergency

The Governor has declared a State of Emergency related to the pending storm.

For information about steps to take to prepare for a hurricane or any other emergency. Go to NJ Emergency Management

The State Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness is recommending residents stock up on supplies now, such as bottled water and canned goods and keep first-aid kits, batteries and flashlights on hand.

Information on hurricane preparation is available at:

Red Cross https://www.redcross.org/

NJ OEM https://ready.nj.gov/

Updated information will be posted on this site as it is available.

>Consumer-Driven Health Plans Grew 13.9% in Last Year
Written by Lindsey Dunn | August 23, 2011

Consumer-driven healthcare plans — plans with high out-of-pocket costs but lower premiums — grew 13.9 percent in the last year, a slower rate of growth than experienced between 2009 and 2010, according to preliminary results from United Benefit Advisors’ “2011 UBA Health Plan Survey”.

CDHPs now represent nearly 23 percent of health plans offered. The Northeast had the largest concentration of CDHPs (31.3 percent), followed by the Southeast region (27.4 percent). The average cost increase for all CDHPs was 8 percent, which was slightly lower than the average cost increase of all plan types of 8.2 percent.

Other key findings from the survey include:

•    PPO plans have nearly two-thirds of all enrolled employees (64.4 percent).
•    The average employee contribution for plans with contributions for all plan types is $117 for single and $467 for family.
•    Four-fifths of all wellness plans (80.6 percent) offered a health risk assessment.
•    As a direct result of health care reform criteria, 81.3 percent of all plans now offer an unlimited lifetime maximum benefit compared to just 16.1 percent in 2010.

https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/racs-/-icd-9-/-icd-10/consumer-driven-health-plans-grew-139-in-last-year.html