Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Nuclear power plant staff are in close contact with law enforcement officials
Security measures have been enhanced at Oyster Creek Generating Station following the explosions at the Boston Marathon that claimed the lives of three and wounded more than 170 people. “We are at a heightened state of security awareness,” spokesperson Suzanne D’Ambrosio said, adding that the measures taken are not unusual for public facilities. “Our security team stands at the ready as they do 24/7/365 to protect the plant, the public and our employees.” D’Ambrosio could not say what the increased security includes or how long it will last. “We stay in close contact with law enforcement officials and we’re closely tied to what’s going on,” she said. Janet Tauro, an anti-nuclear advocate for Grandmothers, Mothers and More for Energy Safety…
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Owner dropped Errol off Thursday, complaining that he wants to run and play too much
Errol was just turned back into the Associated Humane Societies at Popcorn Park Thursday, after being adopted out for six months. “This is a sad day for our good friend Errol,” Sandy Hickman of Popcorn Park said. His owner said that he “can’t tolerate Errol any longer,” Hickman said. The owner complained that, “all he wants to do is run and play, and he pulls the leash out of my hand while being walked” and that, “a .22 and a shovel are what would fix Errol,” Hickman said. “Obviously this was far from the right home that we wanted for Errol,” she said. Errol, a 7-year-old black lab mix, originally came to Popcorn Park in the fall of 2010. He waited almost two years to be adopted. He arrived from down south with a group of seven other dogs…
Thursday, April 11, 2013
Services planned for Brandon Holt of Toms River, who was fatally shot Monday by a 4-year-old
Friends, family and community leaders tried to pull together Thursday as services were arranged for the 6-year-old Toms River boy who was fatally shot by a 4-year-old neighbor. Visitation for Brandon Holt will be held Friday, April 12 from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m., as well as Saturday, April 13 from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. at Carmona-Bolen Home for Funerals in Toms River. A funeral mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday at St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church in Toms River, according to Holt’s obituary. Community leaders also spoke of having a vigil on Saturday night, although such plans were not finalized as of Thursday morning. The community of St. Joseph Parish and School in Toms River is mourning the loss of its “beloved student," a …
Sunday, April 7, 2013
Although Prissy has medical needs, she is now thriving and looking for a new home
Prissy, an eight-year-old pug, arrived at the Associated Humane Societies in January “completely comatose,” said Sandy Hickman of Popcorn Park, a Forked River based rescue facility. “We received a call in January from a distressed person that needed to have her deceased pet removed from her Keansburg home,” she said. “We dispatched our Animal Control Officer to the home and when we went to retrieve the pet, he realized something just wasn’t right.” The home was in disarray, the owner was disheveled and Prissy was breathing. The owner had explained that the dog must have eaten something and died several hours earlier. Upon noticing Prissy was still alive, the Animal Control Officer immediately brought her to the veterinarian at Popcorn Park…
Sunday, March 31, 2013
To adopt Mandy, stop by Popcorn Park at 1 Humane Way to fill out an application
Mandy may be a 10 year old Yorkie but she is "young at heart," said Sandy Hickman of Popcorn Park. Mandy arrived at Popcorn Park's animal shelter after her owner moved out of state and could not take her along. Mandy first was given to a friend of her owners who also could not keep Mandy. "Mandy is a tiny little Yorkie with a big heart. She just loves life, and loves everyone in it. She is such a sweet, easy going girl with such a pleasant personality, that it's impossible not to love her," Hickman said. Hickman described Mandy as quiet, well behaved, very polite and super friendly. Unfortunately, a health issue had been neglected by her original owner. Those interested in adopting her will have to speak with Popcorn Park's veterinarian …
Friday, March 22, 2013
EdgeKat will be participating in Paint the Pony Purple on Sunday, March 24 at 12:30 p.m.
A Lacey band will be jamming at the Stone Pony while also bringing awareness to epilepsy on Sunday, March 24. EdgeKat, a local band made up of three Lacey boys and one from Toms River, will be participating in 50 Concerts in 50 States, a network of coordinated events around the country on one weekend in March to raise awareness of epilepsy through the power of music. Kenneth Rapsas, 17, of Lacey Township was just five years old when his sister was born with epilepsy, a brain disorder in which causes repeated seizures. “The beginning half of my life was at my grandparents,” he said, adding that due to his sister Mary’s ailment his parents had to spend much time at the hospital. “When she finally did come home, things were kind of crazy.” …
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Exelon Generation will spend $2 million to upgrade its 42 emergency sirens
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The Jersey Shore region can expect to hear new sirens within a 10-mile radius of Oyster Creek Generating Station by June, Exelon Generation said in a news release. Exelon Generation, the owner and operator of Oyster Creek, is investing $2 million to upgrade its 42 emergency sirens surrounding the nuclear power plant. “These sirens are an important part of our emergency plan,” said Garey Stathes, Oyster Creek Site Vice President. “While we are confident in our current siren system the replacement system provides additional features such as battery backup and the best available technology.” The new sirens will have battery back-up technology and will be installed by June. Environmental and anti-nuclear advocates have expressed concerns over …
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Local anti-nuclear advocates will be walking from Toms River to Oyster Creek Generating Station in Lacey Township
A Walk for a Nuclear-Free Future will take place on Sunday, March 17, starting in Toms River. The walk begins at 10 a.m. at the Ocean County Library at 101 Washington St. in Toms River. Participants will then walk to Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station on Route 9 in Forked River, arriving at 4 p.m. Walkers will be shuttled back to Toms River. A potluck will be held at 6 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Ocean County Congregation at 734 Route 37 West in Toms River. Speakers will include Michelle Donato, Esq. and Joseph Mangano, MPH, MBA. Michele R. Donato, graduate of Rutgers Law School and Adjunct Professor, specializes in land use, historic preservation and environmental law and is special counsel to several municipalities. Donato …
Sunday, March 10, 2013
To adopt Victoria, stop by Popcorn Park at 1 Humane Way to fill out an application
Victoria, 3, a domestic short-haired cat, arrived at Popcorn Park's shelter as a stray in December 2012. She is described as laid back and affectionate. Victoria would be good with other animals and kids. To adopt Victoria, stop by Popcorn Park at 1 Humane Way to fill out an application. For more information call 609-693-1900.
Sunday, February 24, 2013
Della was originally from a shelter in Georgia, where she arrived as a stray
Della, a 7-year-old yellow lab/vizsla mix, originally arrived at the Popcorn Park shelter with a group from Georgia. When Della, who arrived at a shelter in Georgia as a stray, came to Forked River she was thin and ill with heartworm. Della got adopted and was in a home for several months before she was returned for “jumping on people.” The lab mix not only needed some cleaning up and care upon her arrival, but she returned 40 pounds heavier. Della is described as loving, playful, energetic and well behaved. She is house trained and walks well on a leash. She would be good with kids, but no cats. Those interested in adopting Della, who has another dog, could set up a play date to see how they interact with each other. To adopt Della, stop …
BeyondReality
6:11 pm on Friday, April 19, 2013
Peter for all of your knowledge of the flaws of the plant the one thing that you have yet to provide is any proof that there has been any negative effects at all from the plant outside of a few dead fish. There is absolutely 0 proof that the plant has caused autism in anyone. There is radiation alarms through out the plant and every worker has a personal meter that shows how much radiation they … more ›