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Friday, March 30, 2012

Maria and Olddoc: Hub Stine plot thickens, blame games begin.. Bernice: Mayor apologize?.. Council Williams reprints Ledger editorial lambasting Robinson-Briggs..

PLAINFIELD TODAY:
Ledger Editorial:  "Plainfield mayor's meaningless fight over flag, prayer ignores city's real problems"
Cedar Brook Park:  "Spaces available for tree planting at Cedar Brook Park"
'Response Fees':  "Passaic considers 'response fees' for fires, traffic accidents"

Gateway Chamber of Commerce:  "Gateway Chamber holds annual Union County Mayors' Dinner"
Jersey City:  "Hundreds march in JC to demand justice for Trayvon Martin" -- March Saturday in Plainfield.
Linden:  "Linden to mark 150th birthday with shows, displays"
Montclair:  "Details emerge about show shut down by police at Wellmont Theater" -- Thousands of drunken 20-somethings.
Payne's Congressional Seat:  "Two Newark Councilmen pick Rice over Payne Jr."
St. Peter's College:  "St. Peter's College approved for 'university' designation"
Union County Freeholders:  "Move to fund legal fees, engineering costs out of debt to avoid state's cap limit"

State Budget Review:  "School aid, pricey consultants are scrutinized"
Delaware River PA:  "Comptroller blasts abuses, hidden insurance payments"
Port Authority:  "PA approves pay cuts for some"

Ghost Signs:  "NJ's commercial history is written large in faded paint on city buildings"

RECENT POSTS: Bernice details Wednesday's special Council meeting and the proposal that all could be well if the Mayor apologizes  Olddoc uncovers more confusion about the artificial turf program and what the Board od Ed did or did not approve. Maria find the plot thickening with blame games starting, a plan of the proposed work (check carefully!) and the audio file of the presentation with time notations. Councilor Williams, at And My Point Is. reprints Friday's Ledger editorial on Robinson-Briggs wrongheaded focus. Rebecca, at Bathrobe Blogger, celebrates the Lafayette Theater.


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Posted by Dan at 8:32 PM

Thursday, March 29, 2012

Bernice: Mapp, Gutenkauf and Reid propose Mayor apologize.. Maria finds Board approved turf project last fall, despite saying they never heard of it; Questions intensity of new field lighting.. Olddoc asks some probing questions about the turf proposal.. Renata chastises those 'waiting for facts' in Trayvon Martin murder..

PLAINFIELD TODAY:
PMUA:  "Plainfield getting serious about potentially dissolving PMUA"
Plainfield Politics:  "Feud between mayor, council member part of deep political rift"
Girl Scouts:  "Scotch Plains Scout creates world language program for Plainfield students"

Newark:  "Statue of Althea Gibson, first black woman to win Wimbledon, unveiled"
Rahway:  "Planners chagrined by Capodagli proposal's density, lack of retail" -- Developer who withdrew from Plainfield proposal.
Union County Freeholders:  "More (video) comments on proposed layoffs" -- From CountyWatchers.

Delaware River PA:  "Comptroller: Authority wasted millions to benefit of leadership" -- PolNJ | Ledger | Report (PDF)
Port Authority:  "Port Authority to cut bonuses"
School Funding:  "Cerf backs Christie's proposed changes to school funding"

Corzine/MF Global:  "At MF hearing, sounds of silence" | "MF execs shine little light on missing money"

RECENT POSTS: Bernice details Wednesday's special Council meeting and the proposal that all could be well if the Mayor apologizes. Olddoc asks some very probing questions about the artificial turf proposal and how it could get so far along without Board knowledge. Maria uncovers evidence the BOE did approve the turf project last fall, plus questions on the impact of high-intensity stadium lighting. Renata, at Standing in the Gap, chastises those who are 'waiting for the facts' in the Trayvon Martin murder.

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Posted by Dan at 10:03 PM

Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Maria offers guest post on artificial turf situation.. Bernice: New owners, new services at Park Hardware.. Olddoc provides Medscape coverage of Supreme Court hearings on Obamacare.. Jackie's One World blog party is under way..

PLAINFIELD TODAY:
PMUA:  "Assemblyman Green calls for independent review of PMUA"
Drug Conviction Appeal:  "Plainfield man convicted in heroin sting denied appeal"
Tax Appeals:  "How NJ towns' tax appeal settlements are costing the state billions"

Elizabeth:  "Elizabeth HS forensics team qualifies for nationals"
Newark:  "All boys public school coming to Newark"  -- From NJSpotlight.
Tax Lien Sales:  "Investor pleads guilty to bid rigging at tax levy auctions"
Union County Dems:  "DeFilippo: County Dems won't back any single candidate in CD10 race"
West New York:  "FBI agents in WNY again, this time at board of ed"

Christie Budget --
Corzine/MF Global:  "MF Global hearing to probe finance officers on customer funds transfers"
NJ Turnpike:  "Billboard revenue to double under new contract"

Copper Thefts:  "Five ways to thwart copper thieves"
Governance:  "Mike Bloomberg to public: Shut up and let me govern!"
Potholes:  "Spray-on pothole filler? Yes, it exists"
Transparency:  "Phoenix wins 'Sunny' award for availability of public records" -- Openness good for taxpayers and city, says mayor.

RECENT POSTS: Bernice finds new owners and new service at the venerable Park Hardware.  Olddoc posts rich comment on the Supreme Court arguments surrounding Obamacare via Medscape. Maria has a guest post on the Board's discussion of the artificial turf question. At Jackie's TV Blog, the Survivor: One World blog party is under way.


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Posted by Dan at 10:03 PM

Maria offers guest post on artificial turf situation.. Bernice: New owners, new services at Park Hardware.. Olddoc provides Medscape coverage of Supreme Court hearings on Obamacare.. Jackie's One World blog party is under way..

PLAINFIELD TODAY:
PMUA:  "Assemblyman Green calls for independent review of PMUA"
Drug Conviction Appeal:  "Plainfield man convicted in heroin sting denied appeal"
Tax Appeals:  "How NJ towns' tax appeal settlements are costing the state billions"

Elizabeth:  "Elizabeth HS forensics team qualifies for nationals"
Newark:  "All boys public school coming to Newark"  -- From NJSpotlight.
Tax Lien Sales:  "Investor pleads guilty to bid rigging at tax levy auctions"
Union County Dems:  "DeFilippo: County Dems won't back any single candidate in CD10 race"
West New York:  "FBI agents in WNY again, this time at board of ed"

Christie Budget --
"Guv has harsh words for OLS, calling it 'tool of Dems'"
"Newly defiant Dems slam governor's budget" -- From NJSpotlight.
Corzine/MF Global:  "MF Global hearing to probe finance officers on customer funds transfers"
NJ Turnpike:  "Billboard revenue to double under new contract"

Copper Thefts:  "Five ways to thwart copper thieves"
Governance:  "Mike Bloomberg to public: Shut up and let me govern!"
Potholes:  "Spray-on pothole filler? Yes, it exists"
Transparency:  "Phoenix wins 'Sunny' award for availability of public records" -- Openness good for taxpayers and city, says mayor.

RECENT POSTS: Bernice finds new owners and new service at the venerable Park Hardware.  Olddoc posts rich comment on the Supreme Court arguments surrounding Obamacare via Medscape. Maria has a guest post on the Board's discussion of the artificial turf question. At Jackie's TV Blog, the Survivor: One World blog party is under way.


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Posted by Dan at 9:53 PM

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Maria finds the District's artificial turf installation may take longer than planned.. Bernice takes a mental health day.. Olddoc is writeless.. Rebecca celebrates Pearl Bailey..

PLAINFIELD TODAY:
Attempted Robbery:  "Plainfield man turns tables on would-be robber" -- If you know your Plainfield streets, is something confusing about the street locations mentioned in the first paragraph?
Hospitals --
Payne's Congressional Seat --
Woodbridge:  "Woodbridge police face another excessive force claim"

Christie:  "Christie makes plea for Springsteen to play Labor Day at casino"
Corzine & MF Global:  "Taking the fall at MF Global" | "Ex-official felt concern over risk to customer funds"
Turnpike:  "Digital billboards, refinancing boost Turnpike's bottom line"
US Supremes:  "Arguments on health law continue; hints of jeopardy" -- The Solicitor General is said not to be up to the task.

RECENT POSTS: Bernice takes a mental health day, gives tips on bagworms and possible shots fired in her driveway. Olddoc is writeless today. Maria finds the District's artificial turf may take longer than thought to install. Rebecca, at Bathrobe Blogger, celebrates Pearl Bailey.


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Posted by Dan at 11:00 PM

Monday, March 26, 2012

Councilor Williams on frivolous lawsuits.. Bernice: Expiring BOE members will serve extra 7 months.. Olddoc on 'Queen Sharon' and her lawsuit.. Maria: Are local blogs blocked by District as 'porn'?.. Rebecca celebrates 'Bricktop'..

PLAINFIELD TODAY:
Women of Excellence:  "2012 Women of Excellence celebrated" -- Elizabeth Gloeggler of Literacy Volunteers among honorees.
Home Invasion:  "Plainfield home invasion yields four arrests"
Hospitals --
'Pink Slime':  "Pink Slime to be taken off the menu at NJ schools"

7th Congressional District:  "Dem Assemblyman Chivikula to run against Lance"
Cranford:  "Cranford expected to appoint acting chief financial officer Tuesday"
Hunterdon Dems:  "Hunterdon County Dems endorse 2012 candidates"
St. Peter's College:  "St. Peter's College applies to become a 'university'"
Tax Appeals:  "Tax appeals denied as assessors reject data on low-priced home sales"
Trenton:  "Stimulus funding for road projects lost because of missed deadlines"

Campaign Funds:  "Unregulated funds flooded 2011 NJ elections" -- Bypassing regulation and disclosure.
Millionaire's Tax:  "Dems may push to get increased taxes for wealthy referendum on 2012 ballot"
Revenue Projections:  "In switch, OLS gets to play conservative on tax growth" -- Christie projects highest growth in nation.
Rutgers/Rowan Merger:  "Christie's plan must go through legislature, non-partisan office says"

Medical School Loans:  "Loan initiative lures clinicians to practice, stay in NJ" -- Up to $120K paid in exchange for four years service in underserved areas.

RECENT POSTS: Councilor Williams, at And My Point Is. posts a delicious cartoon on frivolous lawsuits. Bernice notes Board of Ed members get extra seven months on their terms.  Olddoc takes up 'Queen Sharon' and her lawsuit against the Council. Maria hears the local blogs are blocked by the District (as porn?); offers three opportunities for community meet-ups Tuesday night. Rebecca, at Bathrobe Blogger, celebrates Ada Smith DuConge, 'Bricktop'.


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Posted by Dan at 11:17 PM

Sunday, March 25, 2012

Bernice: Million Hoody March Saturday.. plus fatigue from partiers next door.. Olddoc notes special Council meeting.. Maria on rental ranges in Plainfield.. Jackie's Amazing Race 20 blog party is under way..

PLAINFIELD TODAY:
Canine Easter Parade:  "PAHS invites all to first canine Easter Parade" -- At Parker Farms.
duCret:  "Plainfield art school celebrates 85th anniversary with exhibit, sale" -- Ledger; Courier was here.
Obituary:  "Fr. Ray Lukenda, former pastor of St. Mary's Church" -- Funeral Tuesday, 10:30 AM, St. Theresa's Church, Linden. Thanks to FB friend Donna Bavoso Story for calling attention.

Cemetery Tour:  "Unknown murder victim highlight of Rahway cemetery tour"
Fanwood:  "Mrs. Lincoln to appear in evening at Library"
Hillside:  "As one political battle cools, another heats up" -- Charlotte's ville.
New Brunswick:  "Volunteer block captains sought for 'Clean City' program" -- Run by Environmental Commission.
Roselle Park:  "Group holds protest over potential post office closure"

Health Insurance:  "Pru among companies pulling out of long-term care insurance market"

RECENT POSTS: Bernice notes Million Hoody march in Plainfield Saturday; fatigue from partiers next door.  Olddoc notes Wednesday's special Council meeting. Maria takes a look at rental ranges in Plainfield; and responds to Bernice on Plainfield's intractable issues. At Jackie's TV Blog, The Amazing Race 20 blog party is under way.


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Posted by Dan at 10:32 PM

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