Earlier this morning at 4:25a.m Breakers billiard hall and bar was broken into. The building was entered from a broken back window which set off the silent alarm that alerted police. Nothing was missing from the the bar and it is not known what the men were after. The police have two male suspects in custody, George Bunter, 38, and Max Brewster, 24, are being held in Mohave County Jail.
When the men were sighted, they tried to escape from the police. But were soon apprehended. Troy Delmer, an eyewitness who was baking muffins at the time in the store across the street to the scene, says, "They did not even make it out of the parking lot when the cops got [them]. Those cops were fast."
The two men are being charged with burglary, resisting, arrest, and vandalism. Bail has been set for $15,000 for both men.
Monday, December 14, 2009
FlOODS CAUSE MAJOR DEVASTATION
Recent flooding from the rain has caused record breaking devastation across the mid-Hudson region. This weekend’s floods have produced over tens of millions of dollars of damage. The waters are receding but have not disappeared completely. Many flooded roads have not been reopened to traffic and resident’s homes are still waterlogged leaving them temporarily homeless. The American Red Cross is currently working to find motel rooms for scores of people unable to return home.
Officials say rebuilding washed-out roads and bridges will take weeks to months to repair. The total to repair the city buildings and homes will by costly.
"Just in public infrastructure alone, we are looking at millions of dollars. And the human cost. How do you measure the human cost?” says Bruce Kirkpatrick, Ulster County's deputy director of emergency management.
Governor George Pataki has officially declared Orange, Ulster and Sullivan counties disaster areas. Disaster inspectors will soon be arriving to evaluate the damage. This must be done before Governor Pataki can ask the President to declare the area a federal disaster area. If the President declares a federal disaster, federal disaster relief will be able to step in and residents can apply for low-interest loans to rebuild their homes.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is sending back up from Texas to reach the flooded areas. FEMA was delayed because of mammoth terrorism drills but is expected to arrive tomorrow.
Officials hope to get a more precise measure of the devastation after state and federal disaster assessment teams tour the two dozen counties in southern New York and western New Jersey that have been flooded and succumb to damage.
When surveying the area, officials have said the hardest hit places were Deerpark. At the intersection of the Neversink and Delaware rivers, 160 homes are expected to condemn. A spokesman from Orange County says that damage in Deerpark is estimating to be at $24 million.
It has been a while since the area has seen damage from a flood like this in many years. The Never sink River reached the highest level recorded in Godeffroy since the U.S Geological Survey began taking measurements there 68 years ago. From the recent floods, the river crested just over its 100-year flood level. The Delaware River in Port Jervis also was very close to its 100-year flood level. The Wallkill River levels were less remarkable only reaching its 15-year flood levels.
Long time resident, Dorthea Solomon, 92, was once the Port Jervis' deputy director of civil defense many years ago. She recalls from a week it flooded, "We had five days straight of solid rain, the kind of rain you look at and say, 'That can't last for long - its too heavy' It was so wet, the found couldn't hold it. The same thing happened this time."
The people of from the area are not strangers to flooding. This is the second flood to hit the area in the past six months. People are already preparing for the next flood. Carol Clancy, owner of My Friends' Place day-care center is preparing for the next flood. She has invested in darker colored rugs - "And ones that I can roll up in a hurry for the next time."
Officials say rebuilding washed-out roads and bridges will take weeks to months to repair. The total to repair the city buildings and homes will by costly.
"Just in public infrastructure alone, we are looking at millions of dollars. And the human cost. How do you measure the human cost?” says Bruce Kirkpatrick, Ulster County's deputy director of emergency management.
Governor George Pataki has officially declared Orange, Ulster and Sullivan counties disaster areas. Disaster inspectors will soon be arriving to evaluate the damage. This must be done before Governor Pataki can ask the President to declare the area a federal disaster area. If the President declares a federal disaster, federal disaster relief will be able to step in and residents can apply for low-interest loans to rebuild their homes.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is sending back up from Texas to reach the flooded areas. FEMA was delayed because of mammoth terrorism drills but is expected to arrive tomorrow.
Officials hope to get a more precise measure of the devastation after state and federal disaster assessment teams tour the two dozen counties in southern New York and western New Jersey that have been flooded and succumb to damage.
When surveying the area, officials have said the hardest hit places were Deerpark. At the intersection of the Neversink and Delaware rivers, 160 homes are expected to condemn. A spokesman from Orange County says that damage in Deerpark is estimating to be at $24 million.
It has been a while since the area has seen damage from a flood like this in many years. The Never sink River reached the highest level recorded in Godeffroy since the U.S Geological Survey began taking measurements there 68 years ago. From the recent floods, the river crested just over its 100-year flood level. The Delaware River in Port Jervis also was very close to its 100-year flood level. The Wallkill River levels were less remarkable only reaching its 15-year flood levels.
Long time resident, Dorthea Solomon, 92, was once the Port Jervis' deputy director of civil defense many years ago. She recalls from a week it flooded, "We had five days straight of solid rain, the kind of rain you look at and say, 'That can't last for long - its too heavy' It was so wet, the found couldn't hold it. The same thing happened this time."
The people of from the area are not strangers to flooding. This is the second flood to hit the area in the past six months. People are already preparing for the next flood. Carol Clancy, owner of My Friends' Place day-care center is preparing for the next flood. She has invested in darker colored rugs - "And ones that I can roll up in a hurry for the next time."
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Tips for Making Walking, Jogging or Running Enjoyable
For some of us, walking, running and jogging aren't the most enjoyable actives we do for ourselves. And we don't want to do things we don't enjoy. So how can we enjoy walking, running and jogging? What could help give us that extra lift in the morning to get out of of beds and exercise? Here are a list of things we can do to make them more bearable:
1. Invest in some good running shoes. They are more comfortable your feet are the better. There is nothing worse then exercising in the wrong kind of shoes.
2. Invest in moisture wicking clothing. They are light and not heavy to run in. If that's to much money, wear cotton shirts to help circulate air and pull moisture off of you body. Other materials can stick to you and make you more hot and sweaty. That can be extremely annoying and in the future can fail to motivate you to get up and exercises.
3. Have a friend to go with you. Its nice to take people along with you for company and for safety. And sometimes its easier to let yourself down then a friend. So in the morning if you know someone is waiting for you to go walking, your probably more likely to get out of bed rather then hit the snooze button twice.
4. Take music. Running with music can make it a whole new experience. Music can empower, inspire and relax you.
5. Set incentives. If you run two miles every day for three weeks, you can get yourself that new PlayStation game or pair of shoes you saw in the mall. When you buy them, you'll feel inspired and good about yourself.
6. Be well rested. Walking a morning grogginess doesn't mix. And if your miserable the entire time, your not going to want to get up the nest day and go walking.
7. Walk where the scenery is nice. No one wants to exercise in sketchy places were they feel terrified or disgusted. So try to find place where you can enjoy nature or other scenic places around you.
8. Switch it up. The same trail gets boring after a while. Try different routes to see a variety of different things so you don't get bore.
Give some of these suggestions a try. They could help change your experience of walking for the better!
1. Invest in some good running shoes. They are more comfortable your feet are the better. There is nothing worse then exercising in the wrong kind of shoes.
2. Invest in moisture wicking clothing. They are light and not heavy to run in. If that's to much money, wear cotton shirts to help circulate air and pull moisture off of you body. Other materials can stick to you and make you more hot and sweaty. That can be extremely annoying and in the future can fail to motivate you to get up and exercises.
3. Have a friend to go with you. Its nice to take people along with you for company and for safety. And sometimes its easier to let yourself down then a friend. So in the morning if you know someone is waiting for you to go walking, your probably more likely to get out of bed rather then hit the snooze button twice.
4. Take music. Running with music can make it a whole new experience. Music can empower, inspire and relax you.
5. Set incentives. If you run two miles every day for three weeks, you can get yourself that new PlayStation game or pair of shoes you saw in the mall. When you buy them, you'll feel inspired and good about yourself.
6. Be well rested. Walking a morning grogginess doesn't mix. And if your miserable the entire time, your not going to want to get up the nest day and go walking.
7. Walk where the scenery is nice. No one wants to exercise in sketchy places were they feel terrified or disgusted. So try to find place where you can enjoy nature or other scenic places around you.
8. Switch it up. The same trail gets boring after a while. Try different routes to see a variety of different things so you don't get bore.
Give some of these suggestions a try. They could help change your experience of walking for the better!
Benefits of Walking
Walking is beneficial in so many ways. It can mentally and physically help your body. A few minutes a day pays off with all the benefits you get from it. Listed here, from coolwalking.com are just some of the good things walking does to you.
* Improves efficiency of your heart and lungs
* Burns body fat
* Raises your metabolism so you are burning calories faster, even while you rest
* Helps control your appetite
* Increases your energy
* Helps relieve stress
* Slows aging
* Reduces levels of cholesterol in your blood
* Lowers high blood pressure
* Helps control and prevent diabetes
* Reduces risk of some forms of cancer including colorectal, prostrate, and breast
* Aids rehabilitation from heart attack and stroke
* Promotes intestinal regularity
* Helps promote restful sleep
* Strengthens muscles of your legs, hips, and torso
* Strengthens your bones and reduces bone density loss in older women
* Reduces stiffness in your joints due to inactivity or arthritis
* Relieves most cases of chronic backache
* Improves flexibility
* Improves posture
* Promotes healthier skin due to increased circulation
* Improves mental alertness and memory
* Spurs intellectual creativity and problem solving
* Elevates mood
* Helps prevent and/or reduce depression
* Improves your self-esteem
* Increases sexual vigor
* Helps control addictions to nicotine, alcohol, caffeine, and other drugs
With the many benefits of walking, there is no excuse why you should get out there. Make the plan, set aside time and get out and walk. It makes a difference and is one step in becoming a healthier you!
-- Keisha Tulloch
* Improves efficiency of your heart and lungs
* Burns body fat
* Raises your metabolism so you are burning calories faster, even while you rest
* Helps control your appetite
* Increases your energy
* Helps relieve stress
* Slows aging
* Reduces levels of cholesterol in your blood
* Lowers high blood pressure
* Helps control and prevent diabetes
* Reduces risk of some forms of cancer including colorectal, prostrate, and breast
* Aids rehabilitation from heart attack and stroke
* Promotes intestinal regularity
* Helps promote restful sleep
* Strengthens muscles of your legs, hips, and torso
* Strengthens your bones and reduces bone density loss in older women
* Reduces stiffness in your joints due to inactivity or arthritis
* Relieves most cases of chronic backache
* Improves flexibility
* Improves posture
* Promotes healthier skin due to increased circulation
* Improves mental alertness and memory
* Spurs intellectual creativity and problem solving
* Elevates mood
* Helps prevent and/or reduce depression
* Improves your self-esteem
* Increases sexual vigor
* Helps control addictions to nicotine, alcohol, caffeine, and other drugs
With the many benefits of walking, there is no excuse why you should get out there. Make the plan, set aside time and get out and walk. It makes a difference and is one step in becoming a healthier you!
-- Keisha Tulloch
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Sleep Shortage
People today are not getting one of the most important things they need to live a beneficial life: sleep. Free and healthy, sleep is a vital necessity we need to survive. Professor Diana Grant, a leader in the study of sleep, says that we need more sleep then we are allowing ourselves to have.
On average, Prof. Grant says we get about seven hours. We should actually be getting nine to 10 hours. Some of that sleep should be taken in afternoon naps.
"People get less because they don't make time or think it is the macho or the sophisticated thing to do. They figure they don't need it, that the rules don't apply to them, that they can get more work done. It may work for a while but sooner or later they they begin to suffer the consequences," says Professor Grant.
Professor Grant has found that there can be many side effects of not getting enough sleep. Without enough sleep people can become safety hazards to themselves and those around them. Being tired makes people unaware which can cause them to be clumsy, stupid, slow and depressed.
Many disaster can be linked to the account of not having enough sleep. Professor Grant believes that the Exxon Valdez oil spill, the accident at Russia's Chernobyl nuclear reactor and the space shuttle Challenger all were had a part of the same thing involved. The element of sleeplessness was involved in some way with all of those situations. By getting more sleep, it is possible that these disasters could have been avoided.
A study was done by Professor Grant that proved sleep is important in avoiding accidents. In spring, daylight saving (DST) makes people lose an hour of sleep. The day after spring DST, there was an 8% increase in accidents. Whereas in the fall, when clocks retreat back to standard time and an hour is gained, there were less accidents.
To help avoid accidents and disasters what can we do? We can make time, find a place and get some good sleep.
"First, you need someplace that is dark and quiet. Shut off all the lights and draw the shades," instructs Professor Grant. "Second, its good to relax for an hour or so before going to bed. Watch TV or read a good book."
Other ways of making sure you fall asleep is not eating or drinking close to bed time. Especially stay away from alcohol or caffeine. It is also advised that you stay away from sugary foods and tobacco. These all stimulate the brain rather then help you relax and fall asleep. A productive tomorrow starts today. So remember to get some sleep.
On average, Prof. Grant says we get about seven hours. We should actually be getting nine to 10 hours. Some of that sleep should be taken in afternoon naps.
"People get less because they don't make time or think it is the macho or the sophisticated thing to do. They figure they don't need it, that the rules don't apply to them, that they can get more work done. It may work for a while but sooner or later they they begin to suffer the consequences," says Professor Grant.
Professor Grant has found that there can be many side effects of not getting enough sleep. Without enough sleep people can become safety hazards to themselves and those around them. Being tired makes people unaware which can cause them to be clumsy, stupid, slow and depressed.
Many disaster can be linked to the account of not having enough sleep. Professor Grant believes that the Exxon Valdez oil spill, the accident at Russia's Chernobyl nuclear reactor and the space shuttle Challenger all were had a part of the same thing involved. The element of sleeplessness was involved in some way with all of those situations. By getting more sleep, it is possible that these disasters could have been avoided.
A study was done by Professor Grant that proved sleep is important in avoiding accidents. In spring, daylight saving (DST) makes people lose an hour of sleep. The day after spring DST, there was an 8% increase in accidents. Whereas in the fall, when clocks retreat back to standard time and an hour is gained, there were less accidents.
To help avoid accidents and disasters what can we do? We can make time, find a place and get some good sleep.
"First, you need someplace that is dark and quiet. Shut off all the lights and draw the shades," instructs Professor Grant. "Second, its good to relax for an hour or so before going to bed. Watch TV or read a good book."
Other ways of making sure you fall asleep is not eating or drinking close to bed time. Especially stay away from alcohol or caffeine. It is also advised that you stay away from sugary foods and tobacco. These all stimulate the brain rather then help you relax and fall asleep. A productive tomorrow starts today. So remember to get some sleep.
NOBEL PEACE PRIZE AWARDED TO OBAMA CAUSES CONTROVERSY
On October 9th, 2009, Barack Obama was awarded the Nobel Peace prize. Naming him the recipient of the prize, there has been much controversy over if he is deserving of it.
Obama was nominated 11 days after he took office and won. The Norwegian Nobel Committee states he was awarded "for his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples."
The decision to award Obama has shocked many students at Washington Adventist University. It has left many questioning if Obama is deserving of the award. Some believe that there wasn't enough time to judge to see if Obama was worthy of the prize.
Political Studies major, Amanda Greenleaf, says "I think it was too soon. According to the Washington Post he was nominated less then two weeks into his term. He didn't do much in two weeks that would make him a good candidate."
Others believe that the President is not deserving of a prize for doing what he was elected to do.
A senior, Gio Santiago, states, "It’s his job. His presidential duties to be a peace maker. Why should he receive an award for that? It should have been given to someone who has gone out of their way rather then someone whose job it is."
While some think the president is not deserving of the award, others support the choice of the committee.
"I am happy he has received the prize," says Aaron Wilson a senior music major. "However, I hope that president Obama will continue this push in fostering peace and communication between other countries."
Many will continue to either praise or criticize the decision to award Obama with the prize. But for now he will take his place among the previous winners of the award. And even if he hasn’t lived up to the prize thus far, he will do so through out his term.
Obama was nominated 11 days after he took office and won. The Norwegian Nobel Committee states he was awarded "for his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples."
The decision to award Obama has shocked many students at Washington Adventist University. It has left many questioning if Obama is deserving of the award. Some believe that there wasn't enough time to judge to see if Obama was worthy of the prize.
Political Studies major, Amanda Greenleaf, says "I think it was too soon. According to the Washington Post he was nominated less then two weeks into his term. He didn't do much in two weeks that would make him a good candidate."
Others believe that the President is not deserving of a prize for doing what he was elected to do.
A senior, Gio Santiago, states, "It’s his job. His presidential duties to be a peace maker. Why should he receive an award for that? It should have been given to someone who has gone out of their way rather then someone whose job it is."
While some think the president is not deserving of the award, others support the choice of the committee.
"I am happy he has received the prize," says Aaron Wilson a senior music major. "However, I hope that president Obama will continue this push in fostering peace and communication between other countries."
Many will continue to either praise or criticize the decision to award Obama with the prize. But for now he will take his place among the previous winners of the award. And even if he hasn’t lived up to the prize thus far, he will do so through out his term.
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Joining a Gym
With the upcoming New Year, almost everyone sets some kind of goal. We make resolutions to do better in school, be a better people and drop a few pounds. Losing weight is one of the top ten resolutions on America’s goals for the New Year.
A great way to start fulfilling your goal for losing weight is to join a gym. Even though it’s a great idea to simply exercise outside, having a gym membership comes with many benefits. One benefit is that no matter what the weather, if you can make it to the gym, you can exercise. If it rains or snows, outdoor exercise is out. But, you can still work out in the gym.
Another benefit of having a membership is working out in a gym is a lot safer. You don't have to worry about stray dogs attacking you or someone trying to hurt you. Gyms are in public environments which are better for your safety.
Working out at a Gym can be better for motivation for two reasons. There you will see other people there working out towards the same goal. This can help inspire you. Second, gym memberships aren't free. They cost money. And when you know your spending money on something, you'll want to get your moneys worth.
Getting started at a gym is easy. Look up some of the local gyms in your area on line or in a phone book. Then, visit them to see which one is right for you. If you start in January, most gyms offer special prices for those who made joining their gym a New Years resolution. If you begin later in the year, check for specials or try to work out a deal. Keep the cost low, and know that you are making a good investment in your health.
There are so many reasons to join a gym. But the most important one is that it will help you stick to your goal of losing weight and keeping it of. It’s a step closer to a healthier you.
Written By Keisha Tulloch
With the upcoming New Year, almost everyone sets some kind of goal. We make resolutions to do better in school, be a better people and drop a few pounds. Losing weight is one of the top ten resolutions on America’s goals for the New Year.
A great way to start fulfilling your goal for losing weight is to join a gym. Even though it’s a great idea to simply exercise outside, having a gym membership comes with many benefits. One benefit is that no matter what the weather, if you can make it to the gym, you can exercise. If it rains or snows, outdoor exercise is out. But, you can still work out in the gym.
Another benefit of having a membership is working out in a gym is a lot safer. You don't have to worry about stray dogs attacking you or someone trying to hurt you. Gyms are in public environments which are better for your safety.
Working out at a Gym can be better for motivation for two reasons. There you will see other people there working out towards the same goal. This can help inspire you. Second, gym memberships aren't free. They cost money. And when you know your spending money on something, you'll want to get your moneys worth.
Getting started at a gym is easy. Look up some of the local gyms in your area on line or in a phone book. Then, visit them to see which one is right for you. If you start in January, most gyms offer special prices for those who made joining their gym a New Years resolution. If you begin later in the year, check for specials or try to work out a deal. Keep the cost low, and know that you are making a good investment in your health.
There are so many reasons to join a gym. But the most important one is that it will help you stick to your goal of losing weight and keeping it of. It’s a step closer to a healthier you.
Written By Keisha Tulloch
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