More than 30 hours without electricity, a refrigirator and freezer full of spoiled food and the best Met-Ed can do is offer customers two bags of ice and four gallons of water?
Met-Ed Makes Water and Ice Available to Customers
Monday, October 31, 2011
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Met-Ed, PECO report record outages
No power for 26 hours. Utilities caught unprepared once again. And you'd think they'd staff their offices during an emergency.
Met-Ed, PECO report record outages - pottsmerc.com
Met-Ed, PECO report record outages - pottsmerc.com
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Newspaper: Obama is better than you
The cult of personality around Barack Obama is sickening. This sort of thing may fly in South Korea or Venezuela, but not in the United States. Obama needs to remember he works for us and we can fire him in 2012 for incompetence.
EDITORIAL: Obama is better than you - Washington Times
EDITORIAL: Obama is better than you - Washington Times
Friday, October 28, 2011
George F. Will: Obama a floundering naif
What a great line from a recent George F. Will column:
Obama, a floundering naif who thinks ATMs aggravate unemployment, is bewildered by a national tragedy of shattered dreams, decaying workforce skills and forgone wealth creation. Romney cannot enunciate a defensible, or even decipherable, ethanol policy.
Obama, a floundering naif who thinks ATMs aggravate unemployment, is bewildered by a national tragedy of shattered dreams, decaying workforce skills and forgone wealth creation. Romney cannot enunciate a defensible, or even decipherable, ethanol policy.
Opinion: It's not about race, it's about policies
A warning to liberals, Obama-lovers and media cronies who keep playing the race card to cover for Obama's failed presidency: Don't read this op-ed; the logic will cause your head to explode.
It's not about race, it's about policies - dailylocal.com
It's not about race, it's about policies - dailylocal.com
Columnist: Herman Cain, the black Barry Goldwater
Let's hope Republicans do better in 2012 than Barry Goldwater did in the 1964 presidential election.
KUHNER: Herman Cain, the black Barry Goldwater - Washington Times
KUHNER: Herman Cain, the black Barry Goldwater - Washington Times
Promises, Promises: Obama Stretches Truth
How can you tell if Barack Obama is lying? His mouth is moving. Obama has been claiming that he has fulfilled 60% of his 2008 election promises, but an independent review by the watchdog organization PolitiFact.com has determined that Obama has barely fulfilled 30% of his promises.
Promises, promises: Obama's 60% tally too high? - Washington Times
Promises, promises: Obama's 60% tally too high? - Washington Times
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Why property taxes should be eliminated in Pennsylvania
Here's a perfect example of why property taxes should not be used to fund public schools in Pennsylvania.
A pharmaceutical giant appeals its tax assessment and wins, forcing a Montgomery County school district to give back $6.5 million it collected in property taxes.
These appears are happening all over the state.
Spring-Ford School Board agrees to pay back $6.5M to GlaxoSmithKline - pottsmerc.com
Learn more about efforts to eliminate property taxes at the Pennsylvania Taxpayers Cyber Coalition website.
A pharmaceutical giant appeals its tax assessment and wins, forcing a Montgomery County school district to give back $6.5 million it collected in property taxes.
These appears are happening all over the state.
Spring-Ford School Board agrees to pay back $6.5M to GlaxoSmithKline - pottsmerc.com
Learn more about efforts to eliminate property taxes at the Pennsylvania Taxpayers Cyber Coalition website.
Newspaper Endorses Bruce Castor, Jenny Brown for Montgomery County Commissioner
Two candidates in the Nov. 8 election are best suited to guide Montgomery County during difficult fiscal times.
From an editorial in The Doylestown Intelligencer:
It's our belief the Republicans have the stronger, more credible game plan. That's why our endorsement goes to Bruce Castor and Jenny Brown.For commissioner in Montgomery County: Bruce Castor and Jenny Brown - phillyBurbs.com: The Intelligencer
Columnist: Global Warming — RIP?
Bad news for Al Gore. He's going to have to come up with a new scheme to line his pockets.
Global Warming — RIP? - Victor Davis Hanson - National Review Online
Global Warming — RIP? - Victor Davis Hanson - National Review Online
Your tax dollars at work
Which Obama minion at the State Department got the bright idea to use taxpayer dollars to buy copies of Obama's book? And Democrats keep saying there's no place to cut federal spending.
State Dept. spends $70K on Obama books - Washington Times
State Dept. spends $70K on Obama books - Washington Times
Health Sector, Lawyers, Hollywood and Tech Industry Favor Obama With Campaign Cash
Barack Obama is owned by a bunch of millionaires? Shouldn't the Occupy Wall Street crowed be camped out around the White House?
Health Sector, Lawyers, Hollywood and Tech Industry Favor Obama With Campaign Cash - OpenSecrets Blog | OpenSecrets
Health Sector, Lawyers, Hollywood and Tech Industry Favor Obama With Campaign Cash - OpenSecrets Blog | OpenSecrets
PennDOT Crews, Equipment, Supplies Ready for Upcoming Winter
A freeze warning for Friday morning? A chance of snow showers on Saturday? I'm still trying to get into fall. I'm not ready for winter!
PennDOT Crews, Equipment, Supplies Ready for Upcoming Winter
PennDOT Crews, Equipment, Supplies Ready for Upcoming Winter
Sen. Rafferty to host veterans breakfast on Oct. 29
Sen. John Rafferty is planning a salute to area veterans in Pennsylvania's 44th Senate District with a veterans appreciation breakfast on Saturday, Oct. 29, from 8 to 10 a.m. at the SunnyBrook Ballroom in Pottstown.
Due to the capacity of the building, only those veterans who have pre-registered with Sen. Rafferty's office will be admitted as seating is limited. To register, call 610-831-8830
Pennsylvania's 44th Senatorial District includes parts of Berks, Chester, and Montgomery counties. In Berks County: Amity Township, Douglass Township and Robeson Township. In Chester County: Caln Township, Coatesville, East Brandywine Township, East Nantmeal Township, North Coventry Township, South Coatesville, South Coventry Township, Upper Uwchlan Township, Valley Township, Wallace Township, Warwick Township, West Brandywine Township, West Caln Township, West Nantmeal Township. In Montgomery County: Collegeville, Douglass Township, Limerick Township, Lower Pottsgrove Township, Lower Providence Township, Perkiomen Township, Pottstown, Royersford, Schwenksville, Skippack Township, Upper Pottsgrove Township, West Norriton Township, West Pottsgrove Township, Whitpain Township and Worcester Township.
Due to the capacity of the building, only those veterans who have pre-registered with Sen. Rafferty's office will be admitted as seating is limited. To register, call 610-831-8830
Pennsylvania's 44th Senatorial District includes parts of Berks, Chester, and Montgomery counties. In Berks County: Amity Township, Douglass Township and Robeson Township. In Chester County: Caln Township, Coatesville, East Brandywine Township, East Nantmeal Township, North Coventry Township, South Coatesville, South Coventry Township, Upper Uwchlan Township, Valley Township, Wallace Township, Warwick Township, West Brandywine Township, West Caln Township, West Nantmeal Township. In Montgomery County: Collegeville, Douglass Township, Limerick Township, Lower Pottsgrove Township, Lower Providence Township, Perkiomen Township, Pottstown, Royersford, Schwenksville, Skippack Township, Upper Pottsgrove Township, West Norriton Township, West Pottsgrove Township, Whitpain Township and Worcester Township.
Obama Profits From 'Health Care Reform'
It appears Obamacare was an elaborate scheme by Obama to shake down the health care industry.
Obama Rakes in More Health Care Cash Than Romney, Perry - Influence Alley
Obama Rakes in More Health Care Cash Than Romney, Perry - Influence Alley
Obama's Blame-Americans-First Tour
Investor's Business Daily:
President Obama's Blame-Americans-First Tour - Latest Headlines - Investors.com
Having run out of excuses for the economic crisis his own policies have produced, President Obama has taken to blaming the American people. Has he no shame?Read the full editorial at the link below:
President Obama's Blame-Americans-First Tour - Latest Headlines - Investors.com
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Top Haunted Attractions in U.S. Both in Pennsylvania
Just in time for Halloween, Hauntdworld.com has released its 2011 list of the Top 13 Best Haunted Attractions in the United States.
And topping the list? A pair of haunted attractions in suburban Philadelphia: The Bates Motel and Pennhurst Asylum, both operated by the same company.
Here's what Hauntdworld.com has to say about the best haunts in the U.S.:
1. Bates Motel & Haunted Hayride and Pennhurst Asylum Haunted Attraction in Philadelphia, PA Pennsylvania: The Bates Motel Haunted House & Hayride is a unique haunted attraction for several reasons: The Haunted Hayride is located deep in a 200-year-old forest full of overgrown trees creating the ultimate dark trail even during a full moon. This puts customers on edge even before ever entering the first hayride scene. Combined with a digital custom soundtrack, pyrotechnics and continuous scares throughout the ride, this hayride attraction is sure to create the ultimate haunting experience of your life! To read a more detailed article about this attraction, visit their website at www.TheBatesMotel.com. Additionally, The Pennhurst Asylum is one of the scariest haunted attraction sites in the world, mostly due to the setting of this haunt. It's located in a 100-year-old, abandoned mental institute. The building itself will instill real fear and true horror in anyone. The Asylum has been investigated by professional ghost hunters and featured on Ghost Adventures and Ghost Hunters several times. This attraction is truly haunted. To read a more detailed article about this real haunted house visit their website at www.PennhurstAsylum.com. Bates Motel and Pennhurst Asylum are owned and operated by the same company and are within a short drive of each other. These have to be number one on our list for locations to get scared this Halloween.To review all 13 haunted attractions, visit Hauntworld.com
Union Boss Opposes Sale of PA Liquor Stores
Does the fact that Wendell W. Young IV makes a very comfortable salary as president of the union representing the liquor store clerk in Pennsylvania have anything to do with his opposition to the privatization of the stores?
Ending the government monopoly would raise $1.6 billion in new revenues for Pennsylvania and provide consumers with better hours, more locations and lower prices.
But it would result in a pay cut for union bosses like Mr. Young.
Young Says PFM Report Should 'End Farce' of Privatization
Ending the government monopoly would raise $1.6 billion in new revenues for Pennsylvania and provide consumers with better hours, more locations and lower prices.
But it would result in a pay cut for union bosses like Mr. Young.
Young Says PFM Report Should 'End Farce' of Privatization
Contractor Picked For New $316M Graterford Prison Project
The Corbett Administration saved $7 million by re-bidding the project after it took over from the Rendell Administration.
Contractor Chosen for New Prison Project in Southeastern Pennsylvania
Contractor Chosen for New Prison Project in Southeastern Pennsylvania
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
PA House Passes Quigley Crackdown on Retail Theft
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Tom Quigley (R-Montgomery) that would impose harsher penalties for retail theft on repeat offenders who have completed an Accelerated Rehabilitation Program (ARD).House Bill 1603 was introduced at the request of the Limerick Police Department, which has been dealing with a dramatic rise in retail thefts since the Philadelphia Premium Outlets opened in the township. Many of the people arrested for shoplifting are repeat offenders.
How bad is the problem? Reporter Brandie Kessler will have the following story in Wednesday's edition of The Mercury:
LIMERICK — Three men arrested for retail theft from the Philadelphia Premium Outlets over the weekend have extensive criminal histories and between them have prior arrests for rape, robbery and murder, with one of them being a registered sex offender, according to police.That's just the latest of dozens of articles published in The Mercury about thefts from Philadelphia Premium Outlets.
From a press release issued by Quigley:
"The ARD program cannot be used as a shield for repeat offenders," said Quigley. "It is a very worthy program that helps people who genuinely made a one-time mistake, but the Legislature must close the loophole that is allowing repeat wrongdoers to be charged with multiple first offenses."The legislation, which was approved by a vote of 178-20, will now go before the Senate for its consideration.
Quigley's legislation is in reaction to the case of Commonwealth v. Graeff, in which the Pennsylvania Superior Court ruled that because the definition of second offense in the retail theft statute did not include participation in ARD, a subsequent offense must be considered another first offense.
House Bill 1603 would correct this multiple first offense loophole, allowing prosecutors to charge defendants who participated in ARD but continue to break Pennsylvania’s retail theft law with a second-degree misdemeanor.
"This is an important bill that closes a loophole in the law which allows second-time retail theft offenders to receive a more lenient sentence reserved for first-time offenders. I would like to thank Representative Quigley for the expeditious manner in which he addressed this issue after it was brought to his attention by Limerick Township police detectives," said Limerick Township Chief of Police William J. Albany.
"House Bill 1603 is consistent with the manner in which our laws handle multiple DUI offenders who have completed ARD," said Quigley. "Enacting this measure will send the message that Pennsylvania will not tolerate continued and unabashed retail theft. Its cost to our businesses and society is too high."
Consumerist.com Unveils 'Christmas Creep'
Christmas decorations on display before Halloween?A new website urges readers to fight back against retailers who put out Christmas decorations early.
"It seems that every year retailers put out Christmas decorations earlier and earlier, sometimes in the middle of summer," said Meghann Marco, executive editor of Consumerist.com. "We've created the 'Christmas Creep' as a device for consumers to stand up to retailers and take back summer, fall and all the holidays within these seasons."
Readers can an submit photos of their "Christmas Creep" by emailing tips@consumerist.com or at http://consumerist.com/tips. Readers can also submit photos and tips to the editors through the Consumerist Tipster app for iPhone available free on iTunes.
Consumerist.com Unveils Its 'Christmas Creep'
Berks County Register of Wills Larry Medaglia Jr. sets the record straight: 'There is no deficit'
Responding to the orchestrated smear campaign by Berks County Democratic Party bosses, Berks County Register of Wills Larry Medaglia Jr. answers his critics' baseless accusations in this letter to the editor published in the Reading Eagle. His Democrati opponent, Barnardo Carbajal, has nothing to offer voters, so he and his political cronies keep slinging mud at Medaglia hoping something sticks.
Medaglia writes:
'There is no deficit' (10/24/11)
Medaglia writes:
Hollow and dishonest charges by candidates and their supporters are nothing new. It's what you get when they have little to offer. Worse yet, Bernard Carbajal knows the truth that there is no deficit but ignores it.Read the full letter at the link below:
'There is no deficit' (10/24/11)
Monday, October 24, 2011
Pennsylvanians split donations between Obama, GOP
Well-to-do Pennsylvania suburbanites who helped fund Obama's campaign in 2009 - and then voted him in - are having second thoughts.
Pennsylvanians split donations between Obama, GOP - pottsmerc.com
Pennsylvanians split donations between Obama, GOP - pottsmerc.com
Obama-loving NBC In Ratings Free Fall
Which is worse? NBC's ratings or Obama's poll numbers? Both are heading South in a hurry.
NBC In Ratings Free Fall
NBC In Ratings Free Fall
Activist judge strikes again
Activist judge + ACLU = Ignoring the will of the people.
Judge blocks Fla.'s new welfare drug testing law - Florida Wires - MiamiHerald.com
Judge blocks Fla.'s new welfare drug testing law - Florida Wires - MiamiHerald.com
Stamps to cost a penny more in 2012
I guess I should have stocked up on those "Forever" stamps last year.
Stamps to cost a penny more in 2012 - pottsmerc.com
Stamps to cost a penny more in 2012 - pottsmerc.com
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Newspaper: Pay-to-play fees add new burden to family budgets
Is it fair to charge parents of students who get involved in high school sports or other extra-curricular activities additional fees? Parents are already paying property taxes to support the schools. Why should they be penalized if their children want to stay active?
Pay-to-play fees add new burden to family budgets - pottsmerc.com
Pay-to-play fees add new burden to family budgets - pottsmerc.com
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Greater Reading Film Festival, Nov. 3-6
The Greater Reading Film Festival returns to Reading, Pa., on Nov. 3-6, 2011.
For more information on the films and other events, visit the Berks Arts Council website.
For more information on the films and other events, visit the Berks Arts Council website.
Friday, October 21, 2011
Illegal immigration topic for Berks County Patriots
Pennsylvania State Rep. Daryl Metcalfe was the featured speaker at the latest meeting of Berks County Patriots. The topic was Metcalfe's efforts to curb illegal immigrants in the Keystone State.
Illegal immigration topic for Patriots
Illegal immigration topic for Patriots
Elizabeth Warren: 'I’m going for the hick vote'
Talk about an elitist attitude from former Obama official Elizabeth Warren, who is running for U.S. Senate in Massachusetts against Scott Brown.
Elizabeth Warren: 'I'm going for the hick vote'
Elizabeth Warren: 'I'm going for the hick vote'
Opinion: Another outrage against the taxpayers
An excellent opinion piece about how Obama and the big banks are taking advantage of American consumers at every turn.
Another outrage against the taxpayers by Big Banks and Obama - dailylocal.com
Another outrage against the taxpayers by Big Banks and Obama - dailylocal.com
Bimbo Buys Sara Lee
Another American institution sold to a foreign company.
Bimbo Bakeries USA Acquisition of Sara Lee Fresh Bakery Business Receives DOJ Approval
Bimbo Bakeries USA Acquisition of Sara Lee Fresh Bakery Business Receives DOJ Approval
Did Joe Biden graduate elementary school?
Mark Steyn has some doubts about the education of Vice President Joe Biden.
Joe Biden's Teachable Moments - Latest Headlines - Investors.com
Joe Biden's Teachable Moments - Latest Headlines - Investors.com
Birthday Wishes to Princess Leia
Princess Leia (aka Carrie Fisher) turns 55 today. This is how "Star Wars" fans will best remember her.
Susquehanna poll: Obama would lose Pennsylvania
Any Republican candidate would beat Barack Obama in Pennsylvania by a 45-38 percent margin if the election were held today, according to a new poll.
Read more at the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review website.
Read more at the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review website.
Oscar-studded film highlights divide between Dems, GOP
George Clooney's latest film, "The Ides of March," bombed at the box-office, just like every other left-leaning political film released by Hollywood. Columnist Drew Zahn offers some analysis on why liberals in Hollywood can't related to mainstream Americans.
Oscar-studded film highlights divide between Dems, GOP
Oscar-studded film highlights divide between Dems, GOP
Where is Gadhafi?
See related editorial, "The death of Gadhafi: Another ding-dong gone," in The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review website.
Anti-Semites! With Signs!
The liberal media is ignoring the anti-Semitic displays from the Occupy Wall Street crowd.
Anti-Semites! With Signs!
Anti-Semites! With Signs!
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Democrats Good At Pointing Fingers
Pennsylvania Democrats are pointing fingers at Gov. Tom Corbett (in office for just 9 months about Pennsylvania's sorry jobs totals, but the Commonwealth Foundation points out this fact:
Democrats controlled the Pennsylvania House from 2006 to 2010, with Gov. Rendell (a Democrat) in office. During that time, the state lost 137,000 jobs, and the unemployment rate doubled from 4.2 percent to an abysmal 8.5 percent.Read more here.
Medicare Costs Likely To Cut Into Social Security's Increase
The government giveth ... and the government taketh away.
Remember that 3.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment that was supposed to kick in for Social Security recipients in January? Forget about it. Higher Medicare Part B premiums will most likely wipe out as much as one-fourth of the anticipated Social Security raise.
Medicare Part B Premium Costs Likely To Cut Into Social Security's Increase - Kaiser Health News
Remember that 3.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment that was supposed to kick in for Social Security recipients in January? Forget about it. Higher Medicare Part B premiums will most likely wipe out as much as one-fourth of the anticipated Social Security raise.
Medicare Part B Premium Costs Likely To Cut Into Social Security's Increase - Kaiser Health News
Democratic House Incumbents Dropping Like Flies
With Democrats headed for historic losses in 2012 behind the failed Obama presidency, Congressional Democrats are abandoning ship.
Democratic House Incumbents Dropping Like Flies - HUMAN EVENTS
Democratic House Incumbents Dropping Like Flies - HUMAN EVENTS
Pennsylvania Unemployment Rises to 8.3%
Another 7,000 Pennsylvanians lost their jobs in September, bringing the total number of state residents out of work to 523,000.
The Obama recession continues ...
Pennsylvania's Employment Situation for September 2011
The Obama recession continues ...
Pennsylvania's Employment Situation for September 2011
Gov. Corbett Signs Highway Designation Bill for Route 23
A section of Route 23 from the Chester-Montgomery border to Route 100 has a new designation.
Pennsylvania Governor Corbett Signs Highway Designation Bill
Pennsylvania Governor Corbett Signs Highway Designation Bill
Pennsylvania Supreme Court to tweet rulings
The nation's oldest appellate court, dating to back 1684, will be using the latest technology, namely Twitter, to announce rulings.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court to tweet rulings - dailylocal.com
Pennsylvania Supreme Court to tweet rulings - dailylocal.com
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Expert: Obama's 'First 1,000 Days' as 'America's CEO' Gets Failing Grade
"If Barack Obama were CEO of a major U.S. corporation today, he'd be fired by now," says Stephen Xavier.
Obama's 'First 1,000 Days' as 'America's CEO' Gets Failing Grade, Says America's Top Coach Stephen Xavier
Obama's 'First 1,000 Days' as 'America's CEO' Gets Failing Grade, Says America's Top Coach Stephen Xavier
Toomey praises Senate confirmation of PA judicial nominees
Sen. Pat Toomey (R-Pa.) praised the U.S. Senate's confirmation of Mark Hornak to be a U.S. District judge for the Western District of Pennsylvania and Robert Mariani to be a U.S. District judge for the Middle District of Pennsylvania.
The Senate voted 82-17 Wednesday to confirm Mariani. Hornak was confirmed by unanimous consent.
From a press release issued by Toomey's office:
The Senate voted 82-17 Wednesday to confirm Mariani. Hornak was confirmed by unanimous consent.
From a press release issued by Toomey's office:
"Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to meet separately with both Mr. Hornak and Mr. Mariani, and I am very confident of their intellect, their experience, their integrity, temperament, commitment to public service and to their understanding of the proper role of a judge."
"Mark Hornak has been a careful student of the law throughout his career and has demonstrated an intellectual curiosity and a commitment to integrity, which I know will serve him well. Robert Mariani's diligence, professionalism and knowledge of the law will be an asset to the bench. I believe that these character traits and this range of experience will enable them to effectively serve the people of Pennsylvania."
The Senate voted Monday to confirm Cathy Bissoon as a U.S. District judge for the Western District of Pennsylvania.
Sen. Toomey submitted blue slips to the Senate Judiciary Committee to approve Hornak, Mariani and Bissoon in June, signaling the senator's support and allowing the Judiciary Committee to move forward with judicial hearings and the confirmation process.
Sen. Toomey spoke in support of the three judicial nominees at their July Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation hearing as well as on the Senate floor on Monday.
Report: Sunday hunting in PA may generate $804M
This sounds like a no-brainer. Pennsylvania needs revenues and legalizing hunting on Sundays would add more than $800 million to state coffers. Lock and load.
Report: Sunday hunting in Pa. may generate $804M - pottsmerc.com
Report: Sunday hunting in Pa. may generate $804M - pottsmerc.com
Susan Sarandon Calls Pope Benedict a 'Nazi'
Another Hollywood nitwit shoots off her mouth - and the rest of the Left Coast rallies around.
Susan Sarandon Calls Pope Benedict a 'Nazi'
Susan Sarandon Calls Pope Benedict a 'Nazi'
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Social Security to hand out first raises since '09
Some good news coming in 2012 for the nation's 55 million Social Security recipients.
Social Security to hand out first raises since 2009 – USATODAY.com
Social Security to hand out first raises since 2009 – USATODAY.com
2011 Ranking of World's Best Universities
U.S. lands 6 of the Top 10 schools, including the University of Pennsylvania.
U.S. News Media Group Releases 2011 Ranking of World's Best Universities
U.S. News Media Group Releases 2011 Ranking of World's Best Universities