Rootstock Rocks Jackson »
In the 60’s, there was Woodstock and in the time since, there has been a “stock” for just about every genre of music, but Rootstock, a local music festival and charity event to benefit Children’s Specialized Hospitals stayed true to its roots as a class rock ‘n’ roll extravaganza…mostly.
Like any other grassroots rock and roll [...]
What questions to ask on first date »
By Avishai Fuksman
Conversation starters can literally save your life on a first date.
Why?
Well, as you know, going on a first date can be very scary and intimidating. Our minds are overcome with fear and insecurities and we cave in to those emotions.
We’re scared of being rejected, we’re afraid of failure, we’re nervous about saying the [...]
Wedding planning book gives brides to be cost saving tips »
Overwhelmed by the many details of planning the perfect wedding? Brides can find a plethora of cost saving tips, checklists, and advice in Tiara Ward Cable’s new book, The Essential Wedding Planning Guide. With years of wedding and event planning experience, Tiara shares her knowledge with readers who will learn firsthand what to focus on [...]
Holiday Fire Safety Tips »
TRENTON – The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs’ (DCA) Division of Fire Safety today issued its Holiday Fire Safety Hints tip sheet for 2009. The tip sheet can be accessed at http://www.state.nj.us/dca/dfs/ on the DCA website.
“The winter holidays should be a season of celebration and time spent enjoying the company of family and friends,” [...]
Cybersafety booklets for parents and kids available »
A new booklet released today by the Federal Trade Commission and other government agencies helps parents and teachers steer kids safely through the online and mobile phone worlds.
Net Cetera: Chatting with Kids About Being Online was unveiled this morning at Jefferson Middle School in Washington, D.C. by FTC Chairman Jon Leibowitz, U.S. Secretary of Education [...]
Scientists claim global warming damage already measurable »
Scientists from 192 nations are meeting in Copenhagen to lobby nations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. World Meteorological Organization spokesperson Michel Jarraud says the decade from 2000-2009 is very likely to be the warmest on record.
Rajendra Pachauri of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change refuted global warming saying “I don’t know where this warming is, [...]
Heading towards defeat NJ gay marriage vote cancelled »
Trenton, NJ – The highly controversial gay marriage legislation in New Jersey has suffered a setback today as senate Democrat Loretta Weinberg, the bill’s sponsor, withdrew the vote from agenda at the last minute. The bill was heading for rejection and the move appears to have been a stratigic move on the part of Weinberg, [...]
Woman tries to cut unborn baby out of mom »
A pregnant woman held for five days at an apartment by a woman she met at a homeless shelter escaped after her captor tried to cut the unborn baby from her womb, according to police.
Today in History December 5th »
Today in History, James Christie holds his first sale in London in 1766. Nearly 250 years later, Christies remains one of the most famous fine arts auction houses in the world. The California Gold Rush officially began as President James Polk announces that massive amounts of gold had been discovered in California, leading to the [...]
Obamas bring Christmas back to the White House »
Washington, DC — Gone is the “holiday” tree to celebrate the “Holidays”. President Obama and his wife Michelle gathered on the White House lawn with their children to light the nation’s first “Christmas Tree for Christmas” in several years.
The horrible tradition which has been carried on for too long has come to an end, if [...]
Roman Polanski arrives at his house arrest in Switzerland »
Still trying to fight extradition to the United States to face charges that stemmed from a 1970’s sexual assault on a young teenager, Roman Polanski arrives at a Swiss Chalet after being released from prison.
Don’t let bad food spoil your holidays »
As the holiday season approaches, the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services Food and Drug Safety Program is urging consumers to take simple, preventive measures to keep family and guests safe from food-related illness.
Cooking, serving and storing foods at proper temperatures, and making sure you serve only pasteurized cider and eggnog are [...]
Parents fight back against unscrupulous “vendors” price gouging Zhu Zhu Pets »
There is a move on auction sites such as Amazon and eBay calling for buyers to boycott any vendor who is price gouging the public on the much wanted Zhu Zhu Pets.
. These ‘retailers’ purchase entire inventories of the toys when they arrive on store shelves and move them directly to online auction sites for upwards [...]
Low voltage LED added to list of Christmas safety tips this season. »
DECORATING A Christmas tree and hanging colorful lights both inside and out is a favorite holiday tradition for many families, but the improper use of decorations can turn the season of joy into one of disaster.
“Make safety a holiday tradition,” Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari said. “Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions and never plug [...]
Jay-Z bouncers brutally beat two men in Atlantic City at 40/40 Club »
Atlantic City, NJ — Despite pleas to “cool out” and “don’t hit him”, approximately 12 employees of Rap Star Jay-Z’s 40/40 club in Atlantic City mercilessly beat two men in a parking lot scuffle. In the video, workers can be seen kicking one man repeatedly after he was beaten to the ground, persuaded to stop [...]
Elizabeth Smart kidnapper: Who needs lawyers when you offer an apology? »
It seems months of kidnapping and rape can be undone with a simple apology, but while that apology might win the hearts and minds of the Smart family, it may not win over the judge who decides the sentence Wanda Barzee receives on charges of kidnapping and unlawful transportation of a minor in court.
“I am so sorry, [...]
Is Xanadu the ugliest mall in America? »
This week, Chris Christie said he wasn’t impressed with the outside appearance of Xanadu. Former Governor Cody has been quoted as saying Xanadu was “yucky”. I think Xanadu is one of the most hideous structures in North America and would not be surprised if it’s color scheme was picked out by a color blind kindergartner. [...]
How to make a Thanksgiving Cornucopia »
Also called a Horn of Plenty, the cornucopia has evolved into a iconic symbol of Thanksgiving and abundance. The original ancient Greek cornucopia was a curved goat’s horn overflowing with fruit and grain It symbolized the horn possessed by Zeus’s nurse, the Greek nymph Amalthaea, which could be filled with whatever the owner wished. Today’s [...]
24th MEU amphibious warriors again »
11/7/2009 By Cpl. Alex C. Guerra, 24th MEU
Tripoli, Iwo Jima, Inchon, Persian Gulf; each a proving ground, a fire in which the Corps’ penchant for amphibious warfare was galvanized.
The lessons learned in these historic conflicts are undeniably relevant today for the Marines and sailors of the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit as they conducted a battalion-size [...]
Marines make themselves at home in former Taliban fortress »
By Marine Corps Lance Cpl. John M. McCall
Special to American Forces Press Service
HELMAND PROVINCE, Afghanistan, Nov. 9, 2009 – Marines have an uncanny ability to call any place “home,” even if it’s a mixture of sand and gravel, or in this instance, a Taliban compound.
Marines with Weapons Company, 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, have been [...]
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