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Thursday, October 30, 2008

(Real) foreclosure help on way?.. News from the Courier ain't good.. Bernice whacks the Needler.. Halloween safety measures..

PLAINFIELD


PLAINFIELD TODAY:
Be sure to check out fellow Plainfield bloggers: Bernice gives the Needler in the Haystack a whack in the cam. Olddoc continues his delightful Virginia reminiscence -- you won't want to miss the ABC discount he got. The Assemblyman reports on Tuesday's foreclosure forum. Councilor Burney finds a house with an Obama sign...and a Confederate flag! In Plainfield?

Crime: The Ledger story on the poodle kidnapping is in print edition, not online...yet.
Halloween: "Halloween safety measures" -- From Councilor Burney's blog; tonight is Mischief Night.
Mt. Olive Baptist Church: "Dr. Gallon to speak at annual Sunday School Day"
[Muhlenberg] Letter, CN: Debbie Grek: "No super-pol came to Muhlenberg's rescue"
JFK Hospital: "Mysterious package that cause JFK evacuation under investigation"

Free Preschool: "Budget troubles endanger free preschool"
Election Day: "Teens help at polls around the state" -- But not in Union County?

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WHAT'S HAPPENING
  • BUDGET CALENDAR: A three-year budget comparison document is online here.

    • Mon Oct 20 | Fire Division and $1.66M error.
    • Thu Oct 23 - 7:30 PM, City Hall Library | Extra budget meeting: IT [Information Technology], Public Information, and Project Alert [Dudley House].
    • Fri Oct 31 | Citizens Budget Advisory Committee sends budget recommendations to council.
    • Fri Nov 7 | City Council sends budget changes to Council finance committee.
    • Mon Nov 10 | City Council discusses budget changes and recommendations (from CBAC) with self, and requests administration comment and implementation. CBAC presentation of recommendations to City Council.
    • Wed Nov 13 | Administration responds electronically to change recommendations.
    • Mon Nov 17 | Resolution for budget changes is finalized and brought forward.
    • Mon Nov 24 | Public hearing on FY2009 Budget.
    • Mon Dec 1 | FY2009 Budget adoption..

  • Today - October 30. 7 PM. Obama 'Weekend to Victory' Rally and Get-Together. City Council candidates Annie McWilliams, Adrian Mapp and Bill Reid will host a 'Weekend to Victory' Obama rally at McWillliams' home. Attendees will be able to get a limited edition of the 'Plainfield for Obama' T-shirt for a $20 donation. At: 1341 Prospect Avenue (between Woodland and Hillside). All are welcome.

  • Tomorrow - October 31. 6 PM. Community Halloween Party & Haunted House. The Recreation Division's annual family party includes a haunted house, a costume contest, prizes, snacks and lots of fun for all. A safe and fun alternative for children ages 5 - 10. Parents MUST accompany children. At Washington Community School, 427 Darrow Avenue (parking in Spooner Avenue lot). Info: (908) 753-3097.

  • Saturday - November 1. 9 AM - 2 PM (Rain or shine). Electronics Recycling. Items accepted include: Monitors, keyboards, CPUs, TVs, phones, VCRs, printers and more. (See full list, including conditions and exclusions here.) Sponsored by Union County. At Schering-Plough, Kenilworth. Pre-registration NOT required, but proof of Union County residence is. Info: (908) 654-9889.

  • Saturday - November 1. 5:30 PM Sharp bus departure. Community Basketball Trip: Nets vs. Golden State Warriors. Bus trip sponsored by the Recreation Division to the game at the Meadowlands. Bus departs City Hall parking lot at 5:30 PM sharp. Game starts at 7:30 PM, bus will return to City Hall parking lot at 11:00 PM. $40/person includes ticket, Nets giveaway and round-trip transportation. First come, first served. Contact the Recreation Division, City Hall Annex, 510 Watchung Avenue or (908) 753-3097.

  • Tuesday - November 4. 6 AM - 8 PM. General (Presidential) Election. Polls are open from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
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CENTRAL JERSEY

Green Brook/Elizabeth: "Cops retrace movements of slain 'role model'" -- Ledger | Courier |
High School Football: "Talks lead Scotch Plains-Fanwood to reschedule Shabazz game"
Irvington: "Newly installed as police director, Joe Santiago wants to wean town off troopers"
Newark Bears: "Bears file for bankruptcy protection"
Pru Center: "Devils, in dispute, refuse to pay first year's rent" -- Is the honeymoon over?


STATE

Presidential Race: "Obama widens NJ lead to 18%"
Lautenberg/Zimmer Race: "Candidates clash over just about everything"

Atlantic City: "MGM folds plan to build $5B resort"
Anti-Semitism?: "Skater, students sue rink over refusal because of Israeli citizenship"
Montclair 'N' Word Cartoon: "Student paper apologizes" -- Sort of; they actually blame their cartoon service. Sheez!

Sheneman's Cartoon is here.
Margulies' Cartoon is here.


NATION / WORLD

2008 Campaigns --
 Wall Street Antics --
OF INTEREST

Tina Fey: "Tina returns to her not-so-live Thursday job" -- Maybe time to check out '30 Rock'.
College Costs: "Tuition, fees, and debt soar for students"
Synagogue Revival: "At home in Hoboken" -- An urban congregation is revived.
Women & Health Insurance: "Women pay a penalty. Why?"
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Posted by Dan at 9:10 AM