Daniel G. Hoffman, 89, longtime Swarthmore resident, professor at Swarthmore College and the University of Pennsylvania, and onetime U.S. poet laureate, died Saturday at the Quadrangle independent living facility in Haverford. He was remembered fondly by students and fellow poets around the world as his latest book of poems was just being published.
Reported by philly.com 2 days ago.
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Daniel G. Hoffman, 89, former poet laureate
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Two Of The Nation's Top Specialists In Lupus, Drs. Swamy Venuturupalli & Daniel Wallace, Join In Expanding Research On Auto-Immune Diseases
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., April 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ --In a new association of nationally renowned specialists on Lupus and auto-immune disorders, Dr. Swamy Venuturupalli, is joining with Dr. Daniel ...
Reported by FinanzNachrichten.de 2 days ago.
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Pictured: Skier Daniel Maddox killed in Scottish Highlands avalanche after attempting off-piste descent
Daniel Maddox, (pictured) a father of one who was well known in skiing circles, was killed after a wall of snow fell from 1,000ft above him in Glen Coe in Argyll on Saturday.
Reported by MailOnline 2 days ago.
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Daniel Wagner: The Brave New World of 'Syrianization'
Co-written by Sam Lucas
It has become common to refer to the fragmentation and destruction of a state into smaller, often hostile regions, as "Balkanization," having occurred with enough frequency in recent history in countries such as Afghanistan and Iraq that the term has become localized. Indeed, "Afghanistanization" and "Iraqization" are now perhaps overly utilized terms in political science lexicon. One of the things the more recent use of such terms have in common, it seems, is reference to governments that quickly disintegrated in the face of significant opposition. While it can be argued that the Syrian government is in the process of disintegrating, it has not been swift, and the outcome is anything but certain. But the nature of its gradual destruction, and the possibility that the Syrian state itself may disappear, prompts us to differentiate the term "Syrianization" from the others, to describe a new phenomenon in state disintegration.
Syria's experience differs from Afghanistan and Iraq in a number of fundamental ways, of course. Apart from the absence of a single large state actor leading the opposition, in Afghanistan and Iraq there was also no effective government in place either immediately prior to, or shortly after, hostilities began. The Assad government has now lasted more than two years since the opposition movement first emerged. The formation of armed groups from such a multitude of places and with support from such a variety of regional states did not occur in Afghanistan or Iraq. The Syrian army is battling many different groups with many different objectives, even though most of the opposition shares a common religious affiliation.
The Syrian National Council -- the body created to oppose President Assad on a political level -- has its own charter and governing principles. So two governments, two armies, two territories and essentially two peoples are co-functioning in a fractured Syria. As such, we are witnessing the "Syrianization" of a country, slowly disintegrating into three distinct countries: 1. The predominantly Sunni territory which is likely to be in the north and south, and will in essence bifurcate the country geographically; 2. The predominantly minority area composed of Alawites, Christians, Druze, and Shia, based from the center to the northwest; and 3. The predominantly Kurdish territory in the northeast, adjacent to the Kurdistan of Iraq.
As a result of the ongoing disintegration of Syria, and the undefined nature of what is evolving, clashes between the competing groups will not only increase but are likely to become continuous in the medium and long term, either until a federation evolves (should that prove possible) or separate countries are established. It seems less likely that a truly functional government can be derived from a federation given the diverse nature of the composition of each sub-region that is likely to evolve. One could certainly argue, in the case of Iraq, that although it remains one country on paper, in many respects it functions as three separate countries. This implies that a formal breakup of the Syria we have known since its independence in 1946 could occur, with unknown and presumably unwelcome consequences for all of Syria's bordering states.
The current torrent of refugees -- focused primarily on Jordan, Lebanon and Turkey -- would in all likelihood eventually be reversed if a federation or break-up occurs, but this could be years away. In due course, a reconstruction process will naturally need to begin, the timing and nature of which will be defined by the political alliances of each sub-territory. Turkey and the Gulf states should have the most influence in the predominantly Sunni area. In the second territory, Iranian, Russian and (ironically) Western support is likely because of the religious composition of the area. And Iraqi Kurdistan, in conjunction with western governments, would be the likeliest source of support for the Kurdish region. This serves to emphasize what strange alliances the Syrianization process has already made, and should make in the future.
In essence, not only are borders likely to be redrawn as a result of what is happening in Syria, but the very nature of how diplomacy is conducted and business is done is also likely to fundamentally change. The past two years have already seen the assertion of American, Iranian, Iraqi, Turkish, and Russian power -- whether through soft or hard means -- on a protracted basis in Syria. New variations of alliances will likely emerge on regional and international levels in due course -- a subject we will address in a forthcoming article. For now, suffice it to say that the battle for Syria has helped define the evolving diplomatic and military battleground of the 21st century -- between the status quo post World War II powers and the powers of the emerging world.
In short, we are coming full circle by creating a new de facto Sykes-Picot reality that in one sense redraws the borders of the region and at the same time makes the concept of borders irrelevant. Although some might be inclined to believe otherwise, the geopolitics of the Middle East have not yet been reshaped by the events of the past two years -- but it is about to be. The Syrianization model will not be restricted to Syria, but is likely to be replicated in some fashion not only in the Middle East, but elsewhere in the world. This implies the creation of new states on the basis of religious and ethnic affiliation, rather than as a result of borders that were created based on geography, or the whims of foreign powers. The battle for Syria demonstrates that what started as a peaceful call for change can lead to the disintegration of an entire country, and creation of a new geopolitical reality. If it can happen in Syria, it can and will certainly happen elsewhere.
Daniel Wagner is CEO of Country Risk Solutions, a cross-border risk advisory firm based in Connecticut, and author of the book "Managing Country Risk." Sam Lucas is a research analyst with CRS. Reported by Huffington Post 2 days ago.
It has become common to refer to the fragmentation and destruction of a state into smaller, often hostile regions, as "Balkanization," having occurred with enough frequency in recent history in countries such as Afghanistan and Iraq that the term has become localized. Indeed, "Afghanistanization" and "Iraqization" are now perhaps overly utilized terms in political science lexicon. One of the things the more recent use of such terms have in common, it seems, is reference to governments that quickly disintegrated in the face of significant opposition. While it can be argued that the Syrian government is in the process of disintegrating, it has not been swift, and the outcome is anything but certain. But the nature of its gradual destruction, and the possibility that the Syrian state itself may disappear, prompts us to differentiate the term "Syrianization" from the others, to describe a new phenomenon in state disintegration.
Syria's experience differs from Afghanistan and Iraq in a number of fundamental ways, of course. Apart from the absence of a single large state actor leading the opposition, in Afghanistan and Iraq there was also no effective government in place either immediately prior to, or shortly after, hostilities began. The Assad government has now lasted more than two years since the opposition movement first emerged. The formation of armed groups from such a multitude of places and with support from such a variety of regional states did not occur in Afghanistan or Iraq. The Syrian army is battling many different groups with many different objectives, even though most of the opposition shares a common religious affiliation.
The Syrian National Council -- the body created to oppose President Assad on a political level -- has its own charter and governing principles. So two governments, two armies, two territories and essentially two peoples are co-functioning in a fractured Syria. As such, we are witnessing the "Syrianization" of a country, slowly disintegrating into three distinct countries: 1. The predominantly Sunni territory which is likely to be in the north and south, and will in essence bifurcate the country geographically; 2. The predominantly minority area composed of Alawites, Christians, Druze, and Shia, based from the center to the northwest; and 3. The predominantly Kurdish territory in the northeast, adjacent to the Kurdistan of Iraq.
As a result of the ongoing disintegration of Syria, and the undefined nature of what is evolving, clashes between the competing groups will not only increase but are likely to become continuous in the medium and long term, either until a federation evolves (should that prove possible) or separate countries are established. It seems less likely that a truly functional government can be derived from a federation given the diverse nature of the composition of each sub-region that is likely to evolve. One could certainly argue, in the case of Iraq, that although it remains one country on paper, in many respects it functions as three separate countries. This implies that a formal breakup of the Syria we have known since its independence in 1946 could occur, with unknown and presumably unwelcome consequences for all of Syria's bordering states.
The current torrent of refugees -- focused primarily on Jordan, Lebanon and Turkey -- would in all likelihood eventually be reversed if a federation or break-up occurs, but this could be years away. In due course, a reconstruction process will naturally need to begin, the timing and nature of which will be defined by the political alliances of each sub-territory. Turkey and the Gulf states should have the most influence in the predominantly Sunni area. In the second territory, Iranian, Russian and (ironically) Western support is likely because of the religious composition of the area. And Iraqi Kurdistan, in conjunction with western governments, would be the likeliest source of support for the Kurdish region. This serves to emphasize what strange alliances the Syrianization process has already made, and should make in the future.
In essence, not only are borders likely to be redrawn as a result of what is happening in Syria, but the very nature of how diplomacy is conducted and business is done is also likely to fundamentally change. The past two years have already seen the assertion of American, Iranian, Iraqi, Turkish, and Russian power -- whether through soft or hard means -- on a protracted basis in Syria. New variations of alliances will likely emerge on regional and international levels in due course -- a subject we will address in a forthcoming article. For now, suffice it to say that the battle for Syria has helped define the evolving diplomatic and military battleground of the 21st century -- between the status quo post World War II powers and the powers of the emerging world.
In short, we are coming full circle by creating a new de facto Sykes-Picot reality that in one sense redraws the borders of the region and at the same time makes the concept of borders irrelevant. Although some might be inclined to believe otherwise, the geopolitics of the Middle East have not yet been reshaped by the events of the past two years -- but it is about to be. The Syrianization model will not be restricted to Syria, but is likely to be replicated in some fashion not only in the Middle East, but elsewhere in the world. This implies the creation of new states on the basis of religious and ethnic affiliation, rather than as a result of borders that were created based on geography, or the whims of foreign powers. The battle for Syria demonstrates that what started as a peaceful call for change can lead to the disintegration of an entire country, and creation of a new geopolitical reality. If it can happen in Syria, it can and will certainly happen elsewhere.
Daniel Wagner is CEO of Country Risk Solutions, a cross-border risk advisory firm based in Connecticut, and author of the book "Managing Country Risk." Sam Lucas is a research analyst with CRS. Reported by Huffington Post 2 days ago.
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Daniel Morrissey, Father of Abducted Evansdale Girl, Faces Additional Drug Charges
Patch Cedar Falls, IA --Daniel Morrissey, the father of murdered Evansdale girl Lyric Cook-Morrissey, was back in court Friday, facing additional drug charges, the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier reported.
In March, he pleaded guilty to seven drug felonies involving methamphetamine and marijuana. On Friday he was additionally charged with:
· Conspiracy to manufacture methamphetamine and possession of a simulated methamphetamine, Class C felonies
· Ongoing criminal conduct, a Class B felony
· Possession of ephedrine, third-offense possession of methamphetamine and third-offense possession of marijuana, Call D felonies.
Morriessey was arrested on Feb. 11 for allegedly breaking his parole.
Lyric, 10, and her cousin Elizabeth Collins, 8, were kidnapped in July. The girls disappeared while riding their bikes near Meyers Lake in Evansdale July 13. Their bodies were found by hunters in Seven Bridges Wilderness Area in rural Bremer County Dec. 5.
The investigation into their deaths is ongoing, and no suspects have been named.
A $150,000 award is available for information leading to the capture of those responsible for the deaths. Anyone with information is asked to call the Evansdale Police Department at 319-232-6682 or the Cedar Valley Crime Stoppers at 855-300-TIPS (8477). Reported by Patch 2 days ago.
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Eli's on Whitney Buys Daniel Street Location
Patch Milford, CT --The Milford Economic Development Commission has confirmed reports that Eli's on Whitney has purchased the 21-23 Daniel Street property for $700,000 and will be "installing a kitchen and operate as a full service restaurant." Reported by Patch 2 days ago.
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Daniel Chadwick sets the world alight with his new pizza oven
This is Gloucestershire -- A revolution in cooking pizzas and a work of art all rolled into one: the Chadwick Oven has arrived and is poised to take the world by storm.Chefs Giorgio Locatelli and Fergus Henderson and Gloucestershire's own Fabulous Baker Brothers are already fans of the shiny domed ovens, which can produce crispy stone-baked pizzas on a gas hob in fewer than four minutes.
At the same time the patented invention has grabbed the attention of the international barbecue giant Weber and been shortlisted for a prestigious D&AD design award, previous winners of which have included the Apple iPad.
All in all it's an exciting time for the men behind the oven – Stroud-based Daniel Chadwick and Guy Adams.
For Daniel, an artist known for his mobiles made up of kinetic solar systems, the oven is the result of a labour of love stretching back 18 years.
During that time he has repeatedly changed the design and experimented with a range of materials in his quest to find the answer to making authentic home-cooked pizzas without a wood-fired oven.
But it wasn't until he teamed up with engineer Guy in 2009 that he was able to fine-tune his ideas and solve glitches in a scientific way.
"To cook a pizza or a flat bread, you need a very high temperature – around 500°C – and a porous surface, like a wood fired oven," explains Daniel. "Most ovens only reach 250°C, so a new invention was required.
"Our early prototypes were made of clay and later metal, but the bottom of the pizza always burnt before the top cooked.
"Eventually, through using gas and by gathering and channelling the heat through the bottom and then passing it over the top, the upper temperatures got nearly as high as the lower ones.
"Over the years I tried in my slap dash way to perfect the Chadwick Oven, but it was not until I met Guy that we were able to analyse problems and solve them in a scientific way."
Once the design was perfected, Daniel and Guy worked with manufacturing companies in the Midlands and Gloucestershire to make the oven's individually-designed components, right down to its quirky stainless steel pizza paddle and tailor-made box.
At the same time, they put their invention to the ultimate quality test by handing over four prototypes to cooks at Giffords Circus, who travelled all over the Cotswolds with them in a special wagon.
"It's been fully tested," laughs Daniel. "Giffords made more than 10,000 pizzas over two years."
Despite all the hard work, Daniel has deliberately opted for a low key launch, with the first 300 individually signed and numbered Chadwick Ovens being assembled to order by his Stroud-based team.
The lack of fanfare has not hindered sales, however, with more than 180 already dispatched, including 15 orders from Australia.
"We're currently selling them for £360 – just to get them started – and I would expect the first ones to become collectors' pieces," says Daniel.
"After we've sold the first 300, the price will probably rise again.
"I'm not embarrassed by the price any more – most people would spend more than £1,000 on a brick-built pizza oven and then have to spend £30-£40 on wood and wait six hours for it to warm up."
Daniel's association with Weber, which is about to launch a pizza oven accessory for its charcoal-fired barbecues based on the design of The Chadwick Oven, came about through his friendship with Alex James, the Gloucestershire-based bass guitarist with Blur and cheesemaker.
"Alex thought the idea for the pizza oven was really exciting and he just rang up Weber and put them in touch with me, for which I am very grateful to him," explains Daniel.
"Weber is selling the pizza oven as an accessory. The brief we had from the company was to come up with a design that would fit under the domed top of its barbecues so there wouldn't be any storage issues – which wasn't easy."
Daniel, the son of the celebrated sculptor Lynn Chadwick, grew up near Stroud in a home charged with artistic creativity.
Yet, rather than following in his father's footsteps, he initially chose engineering as a career and went to work for the Dursely-based engine manufacturer Lister Petter before switching to architectural design and joining Zaha Hadid's internationally-acclaimed practice.
"Coming from an artistic background, art was something that we were warned against as children," explains Daniel.
"My father considered himself very lucky that he had been discovered. "He had starved for 20 years before that and he used to tell us not to expect to go swanning around being an artist just because he had been lucky.
"It didn't put me off but I had this idea I wanted to be an engineer, but it didn't take me long to realise I wasn't very good at it."
For Daniel, taking his idea for the Chadwick Oven and making it a reality has been a long journey that's seen many highs and lows.
"Making the Chadwick Oven has been a huge challenge: we have had to design a piece of equipment that's suitable for mass production rather than a one-off and, due to the absence of any market data to prove the demand for a stove-top pizza oven, I've had to take on all the risk myself," says Daniel, who will be opening a pizza restaurant at the former Stroud Music Centre in a few months' time.
"Everything for this project has had to be custom-made and the result speaks volumes about the quality of what remains of British manufacturing.
"My gut feeling is that this is just the beginning: the pre-made pizza market in the UK is huge and even these taste four times more delicious when cooked in The Chadwick Oven – in just a quarter of the normal cooking time.
"My goal is to wean people off pre-made pizzas and to encourage them to make their own from fresh ingredients."
Sue Bradley Reported by This is 22 hours ago.
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More: New York City Councilman Daniel Halloran also arrested in alleged mayoral race rigging plot; about 6 people total facing charges - @nytimes
More: New York City Councilman Daniel Halloran also arrested in alleged mayoral race rigging plot; about 6 people total facing charges - @nytimes
Reported by Breaking News 21 hours ago.
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Daniel O'Donnell to play Plymouth Pavilions in October 2013
This is Plymouth -- Following his 2011 performance, easy listening legend Daniel O'Donnell is returning to Plymouth Pavilions on Friday 18 October 2013. Three decades into his sparkling career as a top entertainer, Daniel's star is still shining bright. His popularity among people of all ages and walks of life hasn't diminished with the passing of time. Fans simply love his easy-listening vocal style and his songs of life, love and inspiration that he sings with genuine warmth and passion. Most of all, they love Daniel the man, his charm and great sense of humour. Daniel has sold millions of recordings worldwide and is the only artist in the world to claim at least one hit album every year since 1988, earning him a place in the Guinness Book of World Records. His music DVDs have all been No1 best-sellers ahead of some of the greatest stars from around the globe. He is the most successful easy listening-country singer in the UK and Ireland, and is officially one of the UK's Top 60 Best Selling Album Artists of the last 21st Century. Tickets on sale 10am on Saturday 6 April 2013 Tickets cost: £39.50 &£37.50 plus a £2.50 booking fee per ticket (ticket restrictions may apply in certain areas) To book tickets contact the Box Office on 0845 146 1460
Reported by This is 18 hours ago.
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A Dragster's Dream - The Movie Has Launched On Kickstarter
Independent filmmaker Jean-Daniel Bloesch is seeking funding on Kickstarter for the completion of his one-hour documentary A DRAGSTER'S DREAM.
In the United States, spectacular drag races are both a national sport and the manifestation of a popular subculture. In the midst of the deafening roar of these motorized jousts and the acrid fumes of exhaust and burning tires, a relish for challenge, the passion of victory, solidarity and friendship, but also money, competition and a moderate impact on the environment combine to produce an extraordinary drama at the Mason Dixon Dragway.
Jean-Daniel Bloesch is an independent filmmaker, originally from Switzerland, now living in Hagerstown, MD. He has been producing and directing documentaries for many years. His films won a number of awards and grants. In the US, his feature-length documentary DANCE OF TEARS won a Golden Gate Award for Best Network Documentary at the San Francisco International Film Festival.
Two years ago, while driving on Route 40 near Boonsboro, Maryland, his attention was drawn to the resounding roars of engines and plumes of smoke rising from the ground. Swerving off the main road to get a closer look… he came upon the Mason Dixon Dragway.
He immediately saw the kind of raw material there for a documentary about drag racing - which isn't just a sport, but also an entrenched piece of Americana. The idea was welcomed by Elmer Wachter - the owner of the racing track - and a crowd of amazingly interesting and friendly racers.
The film will not only illustrate the most harrowing moments experienced by drag racers. It will also go behind the scenes, into the private lives of the heroes of this mechanical circus. The racers’ appetite for exploits and their love of the challenge - their disappointments and failures as well - are shared and lived through their personal anecdotes, punctuating the film, and forming a gallery of vivid, dedicated portraits against the backdrop of the most spectacular views of drag races from dawn to night.
Filming began in the spring of 2011, and continued through December 2012. The project is now in its post-production phase. Providing the fundraising goals for the last phase are reached, the finished one-hour film is scheduled to be available for distribution in the summer-fall of 2013.
Jean-Daniel Bloesch is now seeking support for the completion of this documentary. That is why he just launched the project on kickstarter.com.
Kickstarter is the most powerful viewer-empowered fundraising - or crowd-funding - platform on the web. For both project originators and the supporters, participating in a promising challenge is a win-win opportunity.
As compensation for support - based on the amounts pledged - individuals will receive a range of valuable rewards, from their names listed in the film credits, a poster of the movie, a DVD or a Blu-ray disc, a "Dragster's Dream" T-shirt, a personal invitation for two to the premiere, full-season free entry passes for families of four for spectators, or even full-season free entry passes to Mason Dixon Dragway for racers.
For backers, there is no risk at all, because Kickstarter operates on an all-or-nothing funding model where projects must be fully funded - e.g. pledges must reach the targeted total amount officially displayed on the Kickstarter project page. If the goal is not reached by the target date, all existing pledges will be cancelled and no credit cards will be charged.
More info is available on http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1830623569/a-dragsters-dream
Press Contact:
Jean-Daniel Bloesch
Producer-Director
bloesch.tv
11126 Parkwood Dr Hagerstown, MD 21742
240-469-4404
prod@bloesch.tv
http://www.bloesch.tv
Company Contact Information
bloesch.tv
Jean-Daniel Bloesch
11126 Parkwood Dr Hagerstown
MD
21742
240-469-4404
News and Press Release Distribution From I-Newswire.com Reported by i-Newswire.com 19 hours ago.
In the United States, spectacular drag races are both a national sport and the manifestation of a popular subculture. In the midst of the deafening roar of these motorized jousts and the acrid fumes of exhaust and burning tires, a relish for challenge, the passion of victory, solidarity and friendship, but also money, competition and a moderate impact on the environment combine to produce an extraordinary drama at the Mason Dixon Dragway.
Jean-Daniel Bloesch is an independent filmmaker, originally from Switzerland, now living in Hagerstown, MD. He has been producing and directing documentaries for many years. His films won a number of awards and grants. In the US, his feature-length documentary DANCE OF TEARS won a Golden Gate Award for Best Network Documentary at the San Francisco International Film Festival.
Two years ago, while driving on Route 40 near Boonsboro, Maryland, his attention was drawn to the resounding roars of engines and plumes of smoke rising from the ground. Swerving off the main road to get a closer look… he came upon the Mason Dixon Dragway.
He immediately saw the kind of raw material there for a documentary about drag racing - which isn't just a sport, but also an entrenched piece of Americana. The idea was welcomed by Elmer Wachter - the owner of the racing track - and a crowd of amazingly interesting and friendly racers.
The film will not only illustrate the most harrowing moments experienced by drag racers. It will also go behind the scenes, into the private lives of the heroes of this mechanical circus. The racers’ appetite for exploits and their love of the challenge - their disappointments and failures as well - are shared and lived through their personal anecdotes, punctuating the film, and forming a gallery of vivid, dedicated portraits against the backdrop of the most spectacular views of drag races from dawn to night.
Filming began in the spring of 2011, and continued through December 2012. The project is now in its post-production phase. Providing the fundraising goals for the last phase are reached, the finished one-hour film is scheduled to be available for distribution in the summer-fall of 2013.
Jean-Daniel Bloesch is now seeking support for the completion of this documentary. That is why he just launched the project on kickstarter.com.
Kickstarter is the most powerful viewer-empowered fundraising - or crowd-funding - platform on the web. For both project originators and the supporters, participating in a promising challenge is a win-win opportunity.
As compensation for support - based on the amounts pledged - individuals will receive a range of valuable rewards, from their names listed in the film credits, a poster of the movie, a DVD or a Blu-ray disc, a "Dragster's Dream" T-shirt, a personal invitation for two to the premiere, full-season free entry passes for families of four for spectators, or even full-season free entry passes to Mason Dixon Dragway for racers.
For backers, there is no risk at all, because Kickstarter operates on an all-or-nothing funding model where projects must be fully funded - e.g. pledges must reach the targeted total amount officially displayed on the Kickstarter project page. If the goal is not reached by the target date, all existing pledges will be cancelled and no credit cards will be charged.
More info is available on http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1830623569/a-dragsters-dream
Press Contact:
Jean-Daniel Bloesch
Producer-Director
bloesch.tv
11126 Parkwood Dr Hagerstown, MD 21742
240-469-4404
prod@bloesch.tv
http://www.bloesch.tv
Company Contact Information
bloesch.tv
Jean-Daniel Bloesch
11126 Parkwood Dr Hagerstown
MD
21742
240-469-4404
News and Press Release Distribution From I-Newswire.com Reported by i-Newswire.com 19 hours ago.
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80-Year-Old Milford Woman Suffers Multiple Stab Wounds to the Chest
Patch Milford, CT --A New York woman and a Milford man are in police custody following an alleged attack on the Milford man's mother.
On April 2, 2013 at 2:32 a.m., the Milford Police Department received a complaint of an assault involving a person being stabbed at 19 Christine Terrace in Milford.
Officers arrived at the residence and located an 80-year-old female victim who suffered multiple stab wounds to the chest area.
Emergency medical personnel provided treatment to the victim who was later transported to a local hospital. The victim is currently listed in stable condition.
According to police, victim was in the residence watching television when Kimberly Daniel, age 44 of 4999 Kenyon Road, Alfred Station, New York entered the room. Daniel allegedly placed a plastic bag over the victim’s head restricting her breathing and stabbed the victim in the chest.
The victim’s son, Dana Forgette, age 46 of 19 Christine Terrace, was inside the residence at the time of the incident.
Police located Kimerly Daniel a short distance from the scene where she was taken into custody.
Daniel was charged with first degree assault and second degree strangulation. Daniel is currently being held on a $200,000 bond.
Investigation also led to the arrest of Dana Forgette, who is accused of tampering with a pair of scissors and a plastic bag that were allegedly used by his companion Daniel during the assault.
Forgette is also accused of misleading investigators on Daniel’s whereabouts during the investigation.
Forgette was charged with tampering with evidence, second degree hindering prosecution, and interfering with police.
Forgette is currently being held on a $20,000 bond.
Both arrestees are scheduled to appear in Milford Superior court on April 2, 2013. Reported by Patch 9 hours ago.
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Daniel L. Wambeke is recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Professional in the field of Engineering
SPOKANE, Wash., April 2, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- /Continental Who's Who/ -- Daniel L. Wambeke is recognized by Continental Who's Who as a Pinnacle Professional in the field of Engineering as a result of his role as Vice President of SCAFCO Corporation, a company that specializes in...
Reported by PR Newswire 15 hours ago.
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Feds: A Smorgasbord of Graft and Greed from NYC to Albany
Patch White Plains, NY --Remarks from U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara April 2, 2013, on the arrests of major political figure on corruption charges in New York City and Rockland County:
Good morning. My name is Preet Bharara, and I am the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York.
Today is another sad and disappointing day for every New Yorker who hasn’t yet given up on the dream of honest government.
The charges we unseal today demonstrate, once again, that a show-me-the-money culture seems to pervade every level of New York government.
The criminal complaint describes an unappetizing smorgasbord of graft and greed involving six officials who together built a corridor of corruption stretching from Queens and the Bronx to Rockland County and all the way up to Albany itself.
It ensnares Republicans as well as Democrats, elected officials as well as party leaders, and it details corruption in the City, the suburbs, as well as the capital.
At the heart of the allegations is a sitting Democratic senator from Queens – Malcolm Smith, who believed he could and should be the Mayor of New York City and who, in service of that ambition, tried to bribe his way to a shot at Gracie Mansion.
As the complaint describes, Senator Smith drew up the game plan, and Republican Councilman Halloran essentially quarterbacked it by finding party chairmen who were wide open to receiving bribes.
For his efforts, Halloran – a former New York City police officer – not only profited handsomely but also harbored dreams of becoming deputy police commissioner in a Malcolm Smith Administration.
According to the complaint, the bribes went to top ranking Republican party county officials in New York City, whose approval was required to let Smith run on the Republican ballot, which is where he believed he had the best shot to reach the pinnacle of city government.
All told, $80,000 in cash was promised or paid to Bronx Republican party leader Joseph Savino and Queens leader Vincent Tabone.
Meanwhile, in Rockland County, both the Mayor and Deputy Mayor (of Spring Valley) are charged with corruption over a real estate deal that Senator Smith also allegedly agreed to support for corrupt reasons.
Before I get into some of the details, let me introduce and thank our partners in this case. I am joined here today by our partner in this and so many other public corruption cases, the FBI, led by George Venezilos, the Assistant Director-in-Charge of the New York Field Office, and April Brooks, the Special Agent-in-Charge of the Criminal Division.
Also joining me are: Tom Zugibe, the Rockland County District Attorney, and Paul Modica, Spring Valley Police Chief.
Both of their offices provided invaluable assistance. I want to commend and thank the dedicated Special Agents and investigators who worked so hard on this case, including Thomas Holmes, Julie Brown, William McGrogan, and Timothy Lauzon from the FBI, and Martin Ancin, the Rockland Count DA’s investigator.
I also want to commend the outstanding work of the career prosecutors from my office who have worked so hard on this matter and have conducted a meticulous and thorough investigation – Assistant United States Attorneys Douglas Bloom and Alvin Bragg, supervised by Brendan McGuire, Steve Ritchin, Miriam Rocah, and Perry Carbone.
Now, let me spend a few minutes describing the specific conduct charged today.
The complaint sets forth three bribery schemes involving cash payments of tens of thousands of dollars to elected officials and party leaders. As alleged, the charged elected officials agreed to direct State, City, and local dollars not for the public interest, but for their own self-interest.
First, as I mentioned, the complaint charges a bribery scheme relating to Malcolm Smith’s efforts to run as a Republican for New York City Mayor.
As alleged, Malcolm Smith was bent on becoming Mayor of New York City. He was a Democrat but believed his best shot was to run as a Republican. And that was a problem, because under a statute known as Wilson-Pakula, Senator Smith needed the green light from at least three of the five Republican County Party chairmen in order to qualify for the Republican ballot.
So what did he do? As charged, he decided to bribe his way onto that ballot.
As described, Smith broached the subject of his mayoral ambition with two men he believed were real estate developers and sought their help in influencing the Republican county chairmen. In fact, these two men were working with the government – one was an undercover FBI agent and the other was a cooperating witness.
As alleged, Smith had repeated recorded conversations with these two men – sometimes in a hotel room – about making payments to party leaders so that he could run on the Republican line for Mayor. He allegedly discussed which chairmen were susceptible to bribes, how much to pay them in total, how much to pay up front versus after the deed was done, and how to make sure there was “no trace back” to Smith.
In return, as described, Senator Smith expressly agreed to direct $500,000 in New York State funding for improvement of a road that would benefit the supposed Real Estate Project the two claimed they were putting together in Spring Valley.
Among other things, the undercover agent and the cooperating witness approached Councilman Daniel Halloran – who was a Republican – on Senator Smith’s behalf to get to those county chairmen. The CW and UC ended up paying over $20,000 to Councilman Halloran for setting up meetings with Bronx Republican Party Chairman Joseph Savino and Queens Vice Chairman Vincent Tabone.
Finally, this past Valentine’s Day, as described in the complaint, the cash payoffs were made to Savino and Tabone:
· Specifically, the undercover paid Tabone $25,000 in cash, in a car, and promised another $25,000 after his committee formally signed a certificate approving Smith to run as a Republican.
· Savino was a little cheaper – the undercover paid Savino $15,000 in cash, also in a car, and promised another $15,000 after he formally signed a similar certificate.
Second, separate and apart from this bribery scheme, the complaint outlines the latest scandal involving the corrupt diversion of City Council discretionary funds.
As alleged, Councilman Halloran also accepted bribes in exchange for agreeing to steer some of his so-called member item funds to the undercover agent and the cooperating witness through a company he thought they controlled.
When the cooperating witness asked Halloran for $20,000 from the council discretionary fund, the councilman responded, “Absolutely, that’s easy, that’s not even an issue, not even an issue... In fact, ... I might even be able to get you more.”
Ultimately, as alleged, Councilman Halloran was true to his word and agreed to direct up to $80,000 to a company he believed was controlled by the undercover agent and cooperating witness – for no services in return.
In exchange, Halloran allegedly received more than $18,000 in cash and approximately $6,500 in campaign contribution checks from straw donors for his unsuccessful congressional campaign.
Third, closing out the loop, the complaint alleges that Noramie Jasmin and Joseph Desmaret – the Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Spring Valley – corruptly approved a sale of property in Spring Valley at the request of the undercover agent and the cooperating witness. Desmaret accepted more than $10,000 in cash bribes in exchange for his vote in favor of the sale.
In exchange for her vote, Jasmin allegedly demanded to be a secret, part owner in the company that purchased the property from Spring Valley.
That’s the real estate project that Senator Smith believed he was assisting and directing money to.
As recently as March 21st, Senator Smith made it crystal clear that he wanted the deal done – he wanted the county chairmen on board and he wanted to be Mayor of New York: “Let’s close the deal,” Smith said.
Now, the case against these defendants will unfold in federal court, and each is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
But let me make a general point – every New Yorker should be disheartened and dismayed by the sad state of affairs in our great state.
From time to time the question arises: how common is corruption in New York?
Based on the cases we have brought and continue to bring, it seems downright pervasive.
But don’t take my word for it. Consider the words of City Councilman Daniel Halloran, caught on tape in this case:
· After allegedly receiving a $7,500 cash bribe, he says to the cooperating witness: “Money is what greases the wheels – good, bad, or indifferent.”
· During that same meeting, Halloran says, “That’s politics, that’s politics, it’s all about how much...and that’s our politicians in New York, they’re all like that, all like
that. And they get like that because of the drive that the money does for everything else. You can’t do anything without the f***ing money.” And there is an expletive that precedes “money.”
Those words should echo in the ears of every New Yorker who still holds on to the dream of honest government – “that’s our politicians in New York, they’re all like that.”
After statements like this and after the string of public corruption scandals that we continue to expose, many may understandably fear that there is no vote that is not for sale, no office without a price, and no official clean of corruption.
Many may understandably resign themselves to the sad truth that perhaps the most powerful special interest in politics is self-interest.
As I said once before, every time a politician is arrested in New York, it should not feel like a scene from Groundhog Day. And yet it does.
Now, I think that we have the best corruption-fighting team in the business. And we will continue pursuing and punishing every corrupt official we find.
But the public corruption crisis in New York is more than a prosecutor’s problem. Putting dirty politicians in prison may be necessary but it is not sufficient.
And the dream of honest government cannot come to pass unless there is real change in the culture.
Because what can we expect when there continues to be – even after a parade of politicians have been hauled off to prison – a lack of transparency, a lack of self-disclosure, a lack of self- policing, a lack of will, and a failure of leadership? What can we expect when transgressions seem to be tolerated and nothing seems to ever change? New Yorkers should demand more.
Federal prosecutors and federal agents are doing everything we can to proactively attack the corruption problem. And it’s time for others to step up also. Reported by Patch 2 hours ago.
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Suffolk County District Attorney Daniel F. Conley plans to announce candidacy for Boston mayor, sources say
Suffolk County District Attorney Daniel F. Conley will announce his candidacy for mayor on Wednesday, two individuals close to the campaign said on Tuesday. “He’s going to go for it,” said one person close to the campaign, adding that Conley would issue a press statement and hold a media availability Wednesday, with a formal kickoff coming later. Conley will likely be the best-funded elected official to enter the race. He closed out 2012 with over $868,000 in his account.
Reported by Boston.com 10 hours ago.
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Family of man who died on remand for stealing from bakery during Croydon riots call for 'open and honest debate'
This is Croydon --THE family of a man who died while on remand for stealing a gingerbread man during the riots have called for an "open and honest debate" over the prison system and its emergency measures.
James Best, 37, died in Wandsworth jail on September 8, 2011, while on remand for stealing a gingerbread man from a looted London Road bakery.
He suffered mental and physical health problems, including Crohn's Disease and asthma, and had been sectioned just two weeks before his arrest.
At the time, courts had been advised that riot-related offences should be dealt with much more strictly, leading to a surge in the prison population.
An inquest last week found flaws in his care at Wandsworth, where Mr Best died shortly after collapsing while exercising in the prison gym.
His foster brother, Owen Daniel, said: "The threats of youth unemployment and social unrest are all still there and we should debate what would happen to future vulnerable individuals who need hospital treatment as opposed to jail time.
"I agree that people deserve to be punished for crime, as long as it's proportionate and reasonable given the offence.
"There were many cases during the riots where people received ludicrous sentences compared to the crime itself. This knee-jerk reaction was not the kick that James deserved."
Mr Daniel, 34, said he had seen Mr Best a few weeks before and was "shocked" by his condition, adding: "He was not a well man at all."
An inquest at Westminster Coroners' Court last week recorded a narrative verdict, saying "opportunities to save his life were not maximised".
The inquest heard the system to check whether prisoners were fit to use the gym had broken down, while there was conflicting evidence over how healthcare staff responded to his collapse.
It also heard that it took eight minutes for London Ambulance Service to send an ambulance, mainly due to a rigid triage system which has since been altered.
Mr Daniel added: "I would never have become half the man I am today without his influence; he was a true inspiration to our family and to all who knew him.
"Although he was no angel, he was our hero.
"I treasure every memory and experience we shared together.
"He was my best friend and I miss him more than words can say."
His foster mother, Dolly Daniel, who looked after him from the age of 15, said: "He was let down by the justice system and they basically ignored his health issues.
"I just hope that the procedures can be improved so that no one else has to suffer as we have."
The Ministry of Justice had not commented on the inquest at the time of going to press. Reported by This is 3 hours ago.
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Daniel O'Donnell to return to Plymouth Pavilions for October show
This is Plymouth --
CROONER Daniel O'Donnell is returning to Plymouth Pavilions this autumn.
The easy listening legend will perform in the city on Friday, October 18.
Tickets for his show will go on sale at 10am on Saturday. Reported by This is 3 hours ago.
CROONER Daniel O'Donnell is returning to Plymouth Pavilions this autumn.
The easy listening legend will perform in the city on Friday, October 18.
Tickets for his show will go on sale at 10am on Saturday. Reported by This is 3 hours ago.
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Apprentice has taken delivery of two awards
This is Staffordshire --A BUDDING engineer has had his determination and commitment recognised at an awards ceremony.
Daniel Kolahi, from Norton Heights, won two awards at the annual ceremony hosted by training provider Training 2000.
The 22-year-old is undertaking an Extended Diploma in Engineering Maintenance and is an apprentice with Royal Mail, looking after and maintaining the machines in the organisation's sorting offices.
Daniel clinched one of the apprentice of the year prizes as well as the 'fitting' award. Royal Mail received the 'best company' award.
Daniel said: "I was so shocked when my name was called out. To win two awards is absolutely fantastic and I'm thrilled.
"I am thoroughly enjoying my apprenticeship and have definitely learned a lot about the industry, as well as gaining life experience."
Peter Macdonald, Royal Mail's director for talent and resourcing, said: "We are very proud of Daniel for his wonderful achievement winning two awards.
"I am also delighted that Royal Mail won the best company award.
"We are building on our contribution as an employer by supporting the Government's campaign for vocational apprenticeships.
"Our apprentice schemes will this year get 41 young people into the workplace and launch their careers.
"This success reinforces our commitment to growing the future talent in our business."
Training 2000's chief executive, Steve Gray, said: "The annual Engineering Awards are always a great way to reward our learners' efforts.
"They all work very hard, show commitment and determination and we believe this should always be recognised.
"The calibre of learners this year was very high as usual, which always makes our job slightly harder. However, it's fantastic that we recognise all their hard work in the celebratory event." Reported by This is 2 hours ago.
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In the courts of Lincolnshire...
This is Lincolnshire --Alan Stephen Butler, 56, of Holly Tree House, Newark Road, Torksey Lock, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to driving a motor vehicle when the manner in which the load was secured was such that its use involved a danger of injury to any person. He was fined £120, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £15 and costs of £43.
Gina Lee Hussey, 35, of 2 Harrow Road, Skegness, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to driving outside the authorisation class of a licence. She was fined £105, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £15 and costs of £43.
Kevin James Bartholomew, 33, of 12 Frank Swaby Court, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to possession of a quantity of diamorphine a controlled Class A drug. He was given a conditional discharge for two years and ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £15. The drugs were forfeited and destroyed.
Kyle Lee Scott Hester, 18, of 110 Gaunt Street, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to theft of an Acer Aspire One laptop to the value of £200. He was ordered to pay compensation of £200 and costs of £40.
Lee Dean Smith, 32, of 14 Horton Street, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to damaging a window to the value of £180 plus VAT belonging to Lincoln City Council. He was fined £200, ordered to pay compensation of £216, a victim surcharge of £20 and costs of £85.
Russell Darren White, 47, of 6 Parker Avenue, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to having a lock knife in a public place. He was fined £115, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £20 and costs of £40. The lock knife was forfeited and destroyed.
Lee Thomas Wright, 21, of 25 New Street, Heckington, Sleaford, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to damaging a pool cover and winding mechanism to a value of £2,300 belonging to Heckington Community Swimming Pool and entering as a trespasser Heckington Social Club and stealing a cash register, three bottles of spirits and £90 in cash, to the value of £390. He was given a community order to carry out unpaid work for 120 hours within the next 12 months, ordered to pay compensation of £2,495 and costs of £85.
Alan Hamid, 32, of 4 St Johns Road, Spalding, was found guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court for failing to give information relating to the identification of the driver of a vehicle. He was fined £375, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £15 and costs of £300. He was disqualified from holding or obtaining a licence for 12 months.
Edigijus Kazlauskas, 29, of 22 Barge Close, Spalding, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to driving in excess of 30mph. He was fined £190, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £15 and costs of £43. His licence was endorsed with three points.
Anne Marie Baillie, 37, of 83 Thesiger Street, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to theft of food products to the value of £5.04 belonging to One Stop Shop. She was given a conditional discharge for three months.
Oliver Bottomley, 19, of 23 Cromwell Street, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to riding a cycle on a path dangerously. He was fined £60, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £15 and costs of £40.
Robertas Davydovas, 26, of 24 Sleaford Road, Boston, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to driving without due care and attention and with no MoT certificate. He was fined £200, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £15 and costs of £43. His licence was endorsed with five points.
Dwane Graham Green, 33, of 26 Tiber Road, North Hykeham, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to driving in excess of 70mph. He was fined £230, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £15 and costs of £43. His licence was endorsed with six points.
Gary Steven Lane, 32, of 47 Alness Close, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to possession of a quantity of cannabis and amphetamines controlled Class B drugs and having a lock knife in a public place. He was committed to Lincoln Crown Court for sentencing.
Andrew John McNeill, 46, of 20 Ashtons Court, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to producing 13 cannabis plants, of varying sizes, a controlled Class B drug. He was given a community order for nine months and ordered to pay costs of £40. The drugs, plastic tubs and giant tubs containing cannabis, large sheets of silver foil, lighting equipment and a bag containing plant food were forfeited and destroyed.
Jason Myhill, 21, of 3 Hampden Street, Scampton, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to assault and failing to comply with the requirements of a community order. He was given a community order for two years and ordered to pay costs of £100. The order is to continue with nine hours attendance centre requirement added.
Jodie Nicola Bailey, 26, of 169 Monks Road, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to assault. She was committed to prison for 28 days.
Kelvin Glen Warner, 35, of 2 Windsor House, Sudbrooke Drive, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to possession of 10.6 grams of diamorphine a controlled Class A drug and 9.75 grams of crack cocaine a controlled Class A drug. He was given a community order for 12 months and ordered to pay costs of £85.
Maris Gudlivikis, 33, of no fixed address, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to three counts of being somewhere and two counts of communicating with someone you were prohibited from doing by a restraining order and commissioning a further offence during the operational period of a suspended sentence. He was committed to prison for 13 weeks.
Danny Patrick Hedges, 21, of 16 Christopher Close, Heckington, Sleaford, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to theft of two crates of Carling lager to the value of £24, theft of three bottles of wine to the value of £12 belonging to Spar. He was given a community order for nine months and ordered to pay compensation of £36.
Marcus Daniel Durran, 22, c/o 58 Belmont Street, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour or disorderly behaviour and two counts of failing to surrender to custody. Two further charges of assault and using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour with intent were proven in absence. He was given a drinking banning order for six months, fined £35, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £15 and costs of £50. He was given a community order with a supervision requirement for 12 months.
David James Enderby, 25, of 1 Hawthorn Road, Cherry Willingham, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to being the driver of a motor vehicle when an accident occurred whereby damage was caused to a keep left bollard and a set of traffic lights, failing to stop and driving without due care and attention. He was fined £480, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £15 and costs of £100. His licence was endorsed with eight points.
Andrew James Lewis, 30, of Flat 4, 1 Cross Street, Gainsborough, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to failing to comply with the requirements of a community order. The order is to continue with a residence requirement added.
Vincent Daryl Newman, 43, of 85 Park Springs Road, Gainsborough, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to failing to comply with the requirements of a community order. The order is to continue with 10 hours unpaid work added within the next 12 months.
Sidney Dean Price, 19, of 31 Sharps Warehouse, Sleaford, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to failing to comply with the requirements of a community order. He was committed to prison for 12 weeks suspended for 12 months.
Stephen Bernard Fletcher, 32, of 29 Queen Mary Road, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to assault. He was committed to prison for four months and given a drinking banning order for 18 months.
Damion Sven Hourd, 33, of 15A Monks Road, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to theft of two boxes of perfume to the value of £122.50 belonging to Debenhams and commissioning a further offence during the operational period of a suspended sentence. He was given a conditional discharge for six months. The suspended sentence continues with various changes.
Saulius Kundoka, 26, of 84 Monks Road, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to driving with 81 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millilitres of breath and 62 microgrammes of alcohol in 100 millitres of breath, two counts of driving outside the authorisation class of a licence and two counts of driving without insurance. He was given a community order for six months, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £60 and costs of £40. He was disqualified from holding or obtaining a licence for 24 months.
Andrew Dean Conlon, 37, of 49 Shuttleworth House, Stamp End, Lincoln, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to assault. He was fined £110, ordered to pay compensation of £300, a victim surcharge of £20 and costs of £20.
Daniel James Coombe, 20, of 12 Dunstall Walk, Gainsborough, pleaded guilty at Lincoln Magistrates' Court to theft of meat to the value of £11.96 belonging to B and M. He was given a conditional discharge for six months, ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £15 and costs of £25. Reported by This is 56 minutes ago.
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Jury Awards $1.6 Million in Personal Injury Case to Family Represented by Goldberg & Osborne and the Law Office of Daniel Marks
Arizona personal injury law firm, Goldberg & Osborne, announces a $1.6 million jury award.
Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) April 03, 2013
A jury in Clark County, Las Vegas, Nevada, has awarded $1.6 million in compensatory damages to Larry and Juel Stephens in their lawsuit against Red Rock Casino. The couple brought suit against the casino after Mr. Stephens suffered a cardiac arrest while visiting the casino. The Stephens alleged that the casino’s security did not properly respond with the necessary measures in CPR and AED protocols which resulted in Mr. Stephens suffering a preventable anoxic brain injury. The lead attorney was Allen Bucknell of Goldberg & Osborne assisted by local counsel, Adam Levine and Daniel Marks of the Law Office of Daniel Marks.
Red Rock Resort Spa and Casino opened in 2006 as the flagship casino for Palace Stations. The casino is associated with one of the longest-running casino conglomerates. Red Rock requires all of its security officers to be trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) protocols. However, according to court documents, when Larry Stephens suffered a cardiac arrest while at Red Rock, the security officers failed to follow their training and administer CPR and apply an AED. Medical experts testified that if Red Rock security would have used these procedures Mr. Stephens would have made a full recovery from his heart attack. Instead, he suffered an anoxic brain injury that impairs his short term memory, judgment and ability to learn new information. Juel Stephens testified that they brought the lawsuit to ensure that other families would not suffer the harm caused by the casino’s security not properly responding to her husband’s cardiac arrest. Mrs. Stephens said that she hoped the verdict sent a message to casinos to make sure they understand that they are responsible to help patrons who suffer medical emergencies.
Goldberg & Osborne, a firm based in Phoenix, Arizona, has been assisting families and individuals with personal injury lawsuits since 1989. In this case, their attorneys and paralegals have worked with Stephens for more than 5 years gathering evidence, contacting experts and preparing for trial. Goldberg & Osborne argued that although Mr. Stephens survived, his anoxic shock brain injury was preventable. The jury agreed and awarded Larry Stephens $1,000,000 in compensatory damages, Juel Stephens $500,000 for loss of consortium and $105,000 in medical expenses incurred in treating the brain injury. When the jury’s decision was announced, Mrs. Stephens said, “The result will encourage casinos to make sure their [casino] security personnel are properly trained to avoid similar tragedies in the future.”
About the Firm:
Goldberg & Osborne serves injured victims across the United States. To date, the firm has recovered over $2 billion for its clients through settlements and verdicts, and they continue to pave the way for justice for those dealing with personal injuries, while ensuring that their clients are treated with respect.
For more information on Goldberg & Osborne and the injury cases they have won, visit http://1800theeagle.com.
Goldberg & Osborne
4423 E Thomas Rd #3
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 808-6200 Reported by PRWeb 2 hours ago.
Phoenix, AZ (PRWEB) April 03, 2013
A jury in Clark County, Las Vegas, Nevada, has awarded $1.6 million in compensatory damages to Larry and Juel Stephens in their lawsuit against Red Rock Casino. The couple brought suit against the casino after Mr. Stephens suffered a cardiac arrest while visiting the casino. The Stephens alleged that the casino’s security did not properly respond with the necessary measures in CPR and AED protocols which resulted in Mr. Stephens suffering a preventable anoxic brain injury. The lead attorney was Allen Bucknell of Goldberg & Osborne assisted by local counsel, Adam Levine and Daniel Marks of the Law Office of Daniel Marks.
Red Rock Resort Spa and Casino opened in 2006 as the flagship casino for Palace Stations. The casino is associated with one of the longest-running casino conglomerates. Red Rock requires all of its security officers to be trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) protocols. However, according to court documents, when Larry Stephens suffered a cardiac arrest while at Red Rock, the security officers failed to follow their training and administer CPR and apply an AED. Medical experts testified that if Red Rock security would have used these procedures Mr. Stephens would have made a full recovery from his heart attack. Instead, he suffered an anoxic brain injury that impairs his short term memory, judgment and ability to learn new information. Juel Stephens testified that they brought the lawsuit to ensure that other families would not suffer the harm caused by the casino’s security not properly responding to her husband’s cardiac arrest. Mrs. Stephens said that she hoped the verdict sent a message to casinos to make sure they understand that they are responsible to help patrons who suffer medical emergencies.
Goldberg & Osborne, a firm based in Phoenix, Arizona, has been assisting families and individuals with personal injury lawsuits since 1989. In this case, their attorneys and paralegals have worked with Stephens for more than 5 years gathering evidence, contacting experts and preparing for trial. Goldberg & Osborne argued that although Mr. Stephens survived, his anoxic shock brain injury was preventable. The jury agreed and awarded Larry Stephens $1,000,000 in compensatory damages, Juel Stephens $500,000 for loss of consortium and $105,000 in medical expenses incurred in treating the brain injury. When the jury’s decision was announced, Mrs. Stephens said, “The result will encourage casinos to make sure their [casino] security personnel are properly trained to avoid similar tragedies in the future.”
About the Firm:
Goldberg & Osborne serves injured victims across the United States. To date, the firm has recovered over $2 billion for its clients through settlements and verdicts, and they continue to pave the way for justice for those dealing with personal injuries, while ensuring that their clients are treated with respect.
For more information on Goldberg & Osborne and the injury cases they have won, visit http://1800theeagle.com.
Goldberg & Osborne
4423 E Thomas Rd #3
Phoenix, AZ 85018
(602) 808-6200 Reported by PRWeb 2 hours ago.
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IPL 2013: Performance against Mumbai Indians crucial, feels Daniel Vettori
Royal Challengers Bangalore's Daniel Vettori said on Wednesday, that their opening match against Mumbai Indians on Thursday will give them a chance to assess where the team stands and what would be their course of action during the sixth edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Reported by Cricket Country 1 day ago.
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