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NewsTalkPA » Forum: NE Region - Recent Posts http://newstalkpa.com/ State Of Discussion en Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:28:13 +0000 lowerluzerne on "Barletta praises Kanjorski on his work for Tranguch gas spill families" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1017#post-2584 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 22:07:12 +0000 lowerluzerne 2584@http://newstalkpa.com/ <a href="http://http://standardspeaker.com/news/jury-selection-begins-wednesday-in-laurel-gardens-gas-spill-case-1.994506">In today's Standard Speaker</a> there is a story about a lawsuit trial starting for families that were affected by a gas spill in Hazleton. <blockquote>The case stems from a gasoline spill detected in 1993 in a 12- to 20-block area of the Laurel Gardens development in Hazleton and Hazle Township. It involves more than 1,100 plaintiffs and a handful of defendants including Exxon Mobile</blockquote> It is time justice is served and the families that were affected get their financial compensation for this blatant act of damage to the environment. In November 2000, Barletta said that he endorsed Rep. Kanjorski’s efforts to keep Hazleton residents informed about the recovery process for the gas spill. Barletta said he and city administrator Sam Monticello met with Kanjorski. “We met with Congressman Kanjorski to talk about the gas spill, our options and what is being done,” Barletta said. “Speaking with the congressman, I felt assured (the governing agencies) are moving at a fast pace. He’s staying on top of things.” [Hazleton Standard-Speaker, 11/20/00] We hope the residents of Laurel Gas Spill site remember the resources and Federal help Kanjorski got them in their time of need. As the Mayor said of Kanjorski: <blockquote>He’s staying on top of things</blockquote> lowerluzerne on "Kanjorski & Barletta on the environment" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1016#post-2583 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 19:07:12 +0000 lowerluzerne 2583@http://newstalkpa.com/ <a href="http://http://capwiz.com/lcv/dbq/vote_info/?command=results&sort=Last&azip=18201&bzip=&submit.x=13&submit.y=14&submit=go">Read this website of the League of Conservation Voters, </a> you will see that Paul Kanjorski voted with the environment 100% of the time..... and then you know where Lou Barletta stands, allowing toxic dredge brought into the City limits........ Vote with your head, there is more to this election than ONE issue. lowerluzerne on "Barletta talks out both sides of his mouth," http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1015#post-2582 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 17:17:38 +0000 lowerluzerne 2582@http://newstalkpa.com/ <blockquote>Barletta says Hazleton's higher unemployment not his fault</blockquote> Just what is fault? Does he take responsibility for anything? <blockquote>Is it council's fault then there is owed a million dollars in uncollected garbage fees? Is it council's fault that property taxes were raised 70% Is it council's fault that earned income tax on middle class workers were raised 20% Is it council's fault that the City is in a lawsuit that could cost the them 2.5 million?</blockquote> I mean if it isn't council's fault, and it isn't the Mayor's fault.......... Who's fault is it? Kathy Dobash on "Martin's Mission: Heartfelt effort with sorrow and happy memories" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1014#post-2581 Sun, 05 Sep 2010 04:44:31 +0000 Kathy Dobash 2581@http://newstalkpa.com/ <a href="http://standardspeaker.com/news/freeland-mourns-loss-of-mayor-1.990362" rel="nofollow">http://standardspeaker.com/news/freeland-mourns-loss-of-mayor-1.990362</a> Freeland mourns loss of mayor By JILL WHALEN (Staff Writer) Published: September 4, 2010 Martin's Mission is a heartfelt sorrowful effort fueled by happy memories. Share this photo with anyone by sending them this public link: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=325849&l=7e2f015963&id=1757443932" rel="nofollow">http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=325849&l=7e2f015963&id=1757443932</a> Despite his death, Tim Martin's mission endures By SAM GALSKI (Staff Writer) Published: September 5, 2010 <a href="http://standardspeaker.com/news/despite-his-death-tim-martin-s-mission-endures-1.992540" rel="nofollow">http://standardspeaker.com/news/despite-his-death-tim-martin-s-mission-endures-1.992540</a> lowerluzerne on "Barletta sells out the City to his campaign developer buddies" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1012#post-2579 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:43:36 +0000 lowerluzerne 2579@http://newstalkpa.com/ FIve years ago Barletta partnered with Hazleton Creek Properties in a deal that was to bring in over $10,000,000.00 to the City over a five-year period. Barletta promised to increase the police force, pave roads, and improve job opportunities within the City. Then in NOvember 2008 the City decides to sell the land to Hazleton Creek Properties, for a whopping $3,000,000.00!!!!!!! Barletta let his developer buddies off the hook and by doing so the City got $7,000,000.00 less in their budget! NO COPS, NO PAVED ROADS and NO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT! We have to wonder if Barletta would have got the whole $10,000,000.00 in 2005 would there be discussions in selling the largest asset of the City, unemployment in the City of over 15%, would there be talk about water rate increases, would there have been an increase of property taxes to the tune of 70%, would Barletta have had to raise garbage fees, would there have been more police, its smoke and mirrors for a Mayor that wants to get out of Hazleton. lowerluzerne on "Real Leadership in Hazleton" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1011#post-2578 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:25:26 +0000 lowerluzerne 2578@http://newstalkpa.com/ <a href="http://http://www.timesleader.com/news/Eachus_blasts_DEP_mine_fill__lsquo_info_rsquo__09-02-2010.html">All someone needs to do is read this article</a> and see what real leadership is all about. This is a project that has been around since 2005, and what do we hear from a wannabe state rep? This is what: <blockquote>"The job of a representative is to listen to the concerns of the community and weigh them," she said</blockquote> So are we to assume that she JUST NOW heard about developers bringing toxic waster, unproven technology and no real jobs into this area? I want to hear her say she is against this project, that the Mayor of Hazleton is wrong for bring it in and that it is unethical for Barletta to grant permits for this project all the while taking campaign contributions from the same developers!!!!!! lowerluzerne on "Cabell and why Hazleton doesnt have a chance" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1009#post-2576 Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:10:20 +0000 lowerluzerne 2576@http://newstalkpa.com/ <a href="http://http://www.timesleader.com/news/Hazleton-bans-indoor-furniture-from-porches.html?searchterm=hazleton">Councilperson Cabell lets us in on her reasoning for running for public office in this article. </a> <blockquote>Councilwoman Karin Cabell said proposing the ordinance was one of her goals when she decided to run for council. </blockquote> Her reason for running for public office was to take furniture off of front porches when the City of Hazleton is falling apart? and then there is the other cause she is involved with: A dog park <blockquote>Yannuzzi heads the group as president with Debbie Bridge as vice president, Ryan Tombasco, secretary, and Melissa Longazel, treasurer. Directors include Susan Andes, Karin Cabell, Damain Chipriano, Jessica Chipriano, James Eakle, Gabe Fritz, Jule Greco, Ann Kline, Michele Martucelli, Fran Villano and Jim Villano</blockquote> so Hazleton is looking for more police, road improvements, lower taxes and all she can do is come up with dog parks and taking couches off of front porches. lowerluzerne on "Toohil, we deserve better, but sorry it isnt you......" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1008#post-2575 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:25:04 +0000 lowerluzerne 2575@http://newstalkpa.com/ <a href="http://www.timesleader.com/news/Eachus-and-Toohil-trade-barbs-over-dredge-project.html">As you read here Tarah Toohil just doesn't get it. </a>she is quoted as saying: <blockquote>I did not go there as a political opportunist and to grandstand,” said Toohil, from Butler Township. “I went there to listen to the concerns of residents and to DEP’s answers.”</blockquote> WEll Ms Toohil if you lived in this area for any amount of time you will know that Hazleton Creek Properties has been proposing this type of placement of toxic waste since 2005! and since that time we have had 3 other permits issued for various types of toxic waste. Now just how much time do you need to be up to speed on this issue? Is this how you will act if are elected and have to vote on more complex issues? In case you didn't catch this little bit of information, let me remind you from a August 6, 2010 Standard Speaker article, and we quote: <blockquote>On April 13, federal agents removed boxes from the offices of Hazleton Creek and a sister company, Fort Mifflin Reclamation Associates. They were investigating federal contracts to ship dredged material from Fort Mifflin in Philadelphia to the Hazleton site.</blockquote> So Tarah you had a chance to stand up for people who told their own horror stories of getting CANCER from environmental toxins. You sat there and did nothing. We deserve better and it isn't from someone who takes NO stance on these issues. Or maybe you don't want to come out against a project that is supported by your main political buddy, Lou Barletta. Where was he in all of this? Has anyone seen him? Sorry Tarah, it isn't working. Kathy Dobash on "The 27th Annual Pittston Tomato Festival" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=996#post-2573 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 23:32:43 +0000 Kathy Dobash 2573@http://newstalkpa.com/ Tomorrow is another parade day! This time in Plymouth, PA. Here are some photos from last weekend in Pittston, PA. <a href="http://electsteveurban.ning.com/photo/pittston-tomato-festival-2?context=latest" rel="nofollow">http://electsteveurban.ning.com/photo/pittston-tomato-festival-2?context=latest</a> <a href="http://electsteveurban.ning.com/photo/pittston-tomato-festival-2/next?context=latest" rel="nofollow">http://electsteveurban.ning.com/photo/pittston-tomato-festival-2/next?context=latest</a> lowerluzerne on "Watch this video to see what Lou Barletta is all about !" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1006#post-2572 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 21:17:29 +0000 lowerluzerne 2572@http://newstalkpa.com/ go on you tube and look for " Say NO to Barletta again" It's the beginning of a hot and heated campaign. Lets see if Lou Barletta has the money to come up on the air and battle Kanjorski. We have heard how Barletta has outraised Kanjorski, well now is the time for Lou to put the money on the line. As you have seen on this commerical Kanjorski is going after Barletta's record as Mayor of Hazleton, raising property taxes 70%, raising earned income tax 20% having an unemployment of rate in excess of 15% Barletta will either come up on TV or he will be driven into the ground, time will tell. lowerluzerne on "Toohil and bad judgement!" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1005#post-2571 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:52:56 +0000 lowerluzerne 2571@http://newstalkpa.com/ A friend of mine showed me two direct mail pieces sent to him by Toohil for State Rep campaign. You might think what is wrong with that? well here are two examples of someone who just doesn't get it. 1. was sent to this person that said "it was a pleasure to meet you at your door the other day" problem is he never met her at his door, he was away on vacation, 2. The other was sent to his mother in law, again you might say ok what is wrong with that. this one said sorry i missed you while i was out-door to door," guess what! this woman has bee deceased for over 3 years!!!!!! Tarah, you really are going down the wrong road, you upset this family and they are not happy with you........... lowerluzerne on "Toohil and her stolen campaign signs" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=999#post-2570 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 09:48:11 +0000 lowerluzerne 2570@http://newstalkpa.com/ you believe? hmmmmmmm seems Tarah believed too.. both are wrong! lowerluzerne on "Eachus town hall meeting #3, was Toohil there?" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1004#post-2569 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 10:41:44 +0000 lowerluzerne 2569@http://newstalkpa.com/ i had to go and see for myself, and while there was a packed crowd, i am sorry i didnt see the bubbly and chipper Ms Tarah Toohil....... pity she wasnt there she would have got to hear people express their concerns for the area. Oh Tarah, you were spotted once again up the Courthouse with your wanna be law friends, so 3 for 3, three meetings, three NO SHOWS, as they say in baseball......YOURE OUT! Kathy Dobash on "Toohil and her stolen campaign signs" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=999#post-2568 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 19:52:43 +0000 Kathy Dobash 2568@http://newstalkpa.com/ Since I am at the website and you brought this to my attention I will post a comment. My work hours are increasing so I cannot play your game anymore Lower Luzerne. I guess you must ask others on NewsTalkPA to answer your questions. I believe these signs are on personal private property. I believe it is okay to have signs in your own yard. Kathy Dobash on "Luzerne County Home Rule Study Commission: Ignored the law about taxes" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1003#post-2567 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 19:46:19 +0000 Kathy Dobash 2567@http://newstalkpa.com/ Lower Luzerne: This topic is about the Home Rule Charter. You have commentary about your statement under I a different post. I did not comment on it because this is just a game to you. One or many individuals hiding behind a fake name posing commentary on NewsTalkPA is not getting much attention from the readers here. In fact there are too many posts here between me and your group. My days are getting busier. Time and communication with individuals I cannot identify is only a game that I cannot always play. I am focusing on this issue. There has been deception and there are many faults with this charter. Please stick to the topic on this post. I will be happy to return comments about Home Rule for Luzerne County. This is a serious concern for many individuals who voted for the members of the Luzerne County Home Rule Study Commission. lowerluzerne on "Luzerne County Home Rule Study Commission: Ignored the law about taxes" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1003#post-2566 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:38:55 +0000 lowerluzerne 2566@http://newstalkpa.com/ seems Toohil should have been part of this group, she broke the law with her campaign signs.... i just dont get it , do you ? Kathy Dobash on "Luzerne County Home Rule Study Commission: Ignored the law about taxes" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=1003#post-2565 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 22:13:50 +0000 Kathy Dobash 2565@http://newstalkpa.com/ This is another solid reason to vote NO for the Luzerne County Home Rule Study Commission's charter: Home Rule Law and 8 % cap on annual TAX INCREASES This Commission did not cover the law in regard to taxes. Did they forget to do their homework? Here is some advice about the Luzerne County Home Rule Study Commission's Charter from a friend: ........"the flat out lie regarding an 8% cap on annual tax increases. I have no idea how they explain that blatant fraud on the taxpayers? The fact is that limitations on tax increases in home rule charters are not valid... period. How could they not know that? The case came out of Lackawanna county... decided in 2007! Either they didn't know... and this charter is being promoted by the ignorant... or, worse than that... they did know and they are trying to pull a fast one." Now I ask this one question: Why would this elected Commission lie to the taxpayers of Luzerne County? I guess all the research was not completed for their research paper. Kathy Dobash on "Home Rule: Bully emails, Angry words, altered documentation of meetings" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=990#post-2564 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 22:06:48 +0000 Kathy Dobash 2564@http://newstalkpa.com/ This Commission did not cover the law in regard to taxes. Did they forget to do their homework? Here is some legal advice about the Luzerne County Home Rule Study Commission's Charter from a friend: ........"the flat out lie regarding an 8% cap on annual tax increases. I have no idea how they explain that blatant fraud on the taxpayers. The fact is that limitations on tax increases in home rule charters are not valid... period. How could they not know that? The case came out of Lackawanna county... decided in 2007! Either they didn't know... and this charter is being promoted by the ignorant... or, worse than that... they did know and they are trying to pull a fast one." lowerluzerne on "Eachus and town hall meetings, but was Tarah there?" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=979#post-2562 Mon, 23 Aug 2010 10:42:06 +0000 lowerluzerne 2562@http://newstalkpa.com/ No you didn't tell me what questions to ask, i am just responding to your statement where you said: <blockquote>Anyway...with that said..... Why did Mr. Eachus not testify during the Bonus Gate Grand Jury investigation</blockquote> i took the time to check in to a very good question YOU posed, and i replied above with the answers why. it wasnt that he had an option to or not, For you to read again: <blockquote>Can a witness refuse to appear before the grand jury? Not without risking being held in contempt of the court that issued the subpoena to compel their testimony. What happens if a witness is found in contempt? A witness who refuses to testify without legal justification will be held in contempt of court, and is subject to incarceration for the remaining term of the grand jury. A witness who testifies falsely may be separately prosecuted for perjury.</blockquote> i would hope this answers your question. so if you are saying he didn't testify, it is because he was never asked to testify! Understand NOW. Kathy Dobash on "The 27th Annual Pittston Tomato Festival" http://newstalkpa.com/topic.php?id=996#post-2560 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 18:23:56 +0000 Kathy Dobash 2560@http://newstalkpa.com/ MORE PHOTOGRAPHS: Share this photo with anyone by sending them this public link: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=311046&l=7a8d540df5&id=1757443932" rel="nofollow">http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=311046&l=7a8d540df5&id=1757443932</a> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=311045&l=c05ab43b12&id=1757443932" rel="nofollow">http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=311045&l=c05ab43b12&id=1757443932</a> Share this album with anyone by sending them this public link: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=18990&id=1757443932&l=0a53eadc67" rel="nofollow">http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=18990&id=1757443932&l=0a53eadc67</a>