Three injured in collision with deer in South Middleton (25) Nov 4, 2008
A 1-year-old boy who was in a child safety seat was not injured, police said. A hospital spokeswoman said Monday that all three Oylers had been treated and released. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Failed child safety Nov 4, 2008
Monday, November 03, 2008. Langlois author Gail Morellen will discuss her recent book No Broken Bones, at 1 p.m. Saturday at the North Bend Public Library. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Hunt on for pregnant sex worker in Queensland Nov 4, 2008
CHILD safety officials are trying to find a drug-addicted Brisbane prostitute who is advertising for work while she is eight months' pregnant ... The newspaper had alerted the Department of Child Safety, which is trying to locate the woman. (The Australian)
Search on for Brisbane's pregnant prostitute Nov 3, 2008
A heavily pregnant prostitute is being hunted down by Brisbane Child Safety Department officials, over fears for her babys wellbeing ... The Department of Child Safety wants to provide councelling to the woman, with reports she is addicted to speed and heroin ... "The Department of Child Safety wants to provide councelling to the woman, with reports she is addicted to speed and heroin." , and hopefully the reports may not be true, and meanwhile you would think that the department would have... (LIVENEWS.com.au)
DOCS defends drugs for kids in care Nov 3, 2008
They had long overstepped the boundary so I approached Bob Katters office in Innisfail, only to discover that they receive many complaints about Community Services (dept child safety) in the region. They suggested speaking to the local member Warren Pitt and if our issues were not resolved then they would look at it for us. (ABC Online)
Child dies in wreck Nov 2, 2008
Mom of 3 wrote on Nov 1, 2008 5:31 PM:" Mom of 1: your information is not completely accurate. The La State Police website has guide lines for child safety restraint. A child only needs to be rear facing until age 1 and 20 lbs. And they should move to a booster when their shoulders are above the top strap, about 40 lbs. My average size 5 year old is way to big for a 5 point harness. It is just as important that the child is in the correct type of seat. ". Mom of 1 wrote on Nov 1, 2008 1:37 PM:"... (New Iberia, LA)
NICHOLE MOSQUEDA: Parents - Get kids walking to school Nov 1, 2008
Safe Kids USA, a nonprofit organization to promote child safety nationwide, states that pedestrian injuries in the U.S. are the second leading cause of accidental death among children ages 5 to 14. Across the country each year, approximately 626 children ages 0 to 14 are killed and 38,500 suffer nonfatal pedestrian injuries. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Illinois State Police plan special patrols in area during November Nov 1, 2008
The grant allows state police to target an area with saturation patrols that focus on traffic violations and related compliance with safety belt and child safety seat laws. Safety belt enforcement zones will also be set up to ensure drivers and passengers are buckled up. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Arlington Police Department recommendations for a safe halloween Nov 1, 2008
It can also present special risks and challenges to child safety. The Arlington Police Department (APD) urges residents, parents, and trick-or-treaters to exercise special care this Halloween. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Keeping children safe on the road Oct 31, 2008
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, research has shown child safety seats reduce fatal injuries to infants (less than 1 year old) and toddlers in passenger cars (1 to 4 years old) by 71 percent and 54 percent, respectively in 2006. While the data shows child safety seats can save lives, more often than not, the seats are not installed properly ... Officers Bernie Schipelliti and Kevin Cooney are assigned to the department s safety office and are available to teach... (Burlington Union, MA)
60 days to rear seatbelt ruling Oct 31, 2008
Suret Singh also cautioned those with children saying that those under five years were not allowed to wear adult seatbelts and needed to be put on child safety seats. As for those between the ages of five and 10, they can use the adult seatbelt but will need a booster for height, he said. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Column: Trick or treat Friday, and C.H.I.P. Saturday Oct 31, 2008
The Massachusetts Freemasons will be sponsoring a free child safety event tomorrow (Saturday) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The program is being held at the Senior Drop-In Center, 9 School St. The C.H.I.P. Fair began in 1996 and is endorsed by the Massachusetts Crime Prevention Officers Association and Dental Society. In addition to members of the Warren Lodge, volunteers from the Citizen Police Academy, High School and Neighborhood Watch Program will be helping to make the event possible. (Amesbury News, MA)
News : Keep trick-or-treating safe this Halloween Oct 31, 2008
"And before parents get their children ready for trick-or-treating, some simple steps for child safety should be taken before the doorbell ringing and candy gathering begins.". ADVERTISEMENT. (Forest Republican, WI)
Contenders count down to Assembly elections Oct 31, 2008
As chair of the consumer affairs committee alone, Pheffer has helped reform or create major state laws, such as those regarding identity theft, debt practices, lemon laws for cars, free credit reports and child safety. In addition to talking up her credentials, Pheffer told voters that difficult times are here and she s the one best to handle them. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Big Brothers Big Sisters is a Big Winner on "Deal or No Deal" as Comcast Matches Contestant's Winnings Oct 31, 2008
Funding is used to conduct background checks on volunteers to ensure child safety; and provide ongoing support for children, families and volunteers to build and sustain long-lasting relationships. Our service is proven to reduce childrens risk of skipping school, behaving violently, using drugs and alcohol, and falling victim to other negative cycles. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Child injured after jumping from car (1221) Oct 30, 2008
Ghost Rider wrote on Oct 29, 2008 12:37 PM:" Liberals, you are All right. Don't blame the parent. Heaven forbid we actually expect a parent to ensure a 3 year olds safety! Lets blame this on Bush as well! Where was George & why was he NOT watching this child?! Accidents do happen, but when a 3 year old does not listen (or is not taught?) to keep his seat belt on & thinks that it is ok to jump out of a car? What is going on here? Not to mention most cars have child safety locks that can be... (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Games traffic light proposed Oct 30, 2008
Publishers have been defending the Pegi system, used throughout Europe, after the Byron report into child safety recommended the British Board of Film Classification take a bigger role in rating video games. You have viewed your allowance of free articles. (Financial Times)
FLASHBACK - Ski Yellowstone Resort mulled 35 years ago Oct 28, 2008
The repeal effort failed and the 1989 Legislature went even further this time tightening the requirements for child safety seats. Name. (Missoulian, MT)
POLICE/FIRE LOG: Oct. 13-19, 2008 Oct 27, 2008
9:30 a.m. Elm St., child safety seat install. 9:55 a.m. North Main St., animal complaint, walk in party reports a seagull standing in the middle of the road appears to be injured. (Cohasset Mariner, MA)
Masons elect new officers Oct 25, 2008
Masonic Lodges promote child safety through the MyCHIP Child Identification Program, which offers fingerprinting, dental impressions, and a videotaped interview of children to their parents free of charge in partnership with the Massachusetts Dental Society, and the Massachusetts Crime Prevention Officers Association. Learn more about Freemasonry by visiting http://www. (Littleton Independent, MA)
Similar goals in race for sheriff Oct 25, 2008
He listed a variety of new programs as examples of that effort, including deputies regularly checking on senior citizens who live alone, a program that teaches parents how to spot drug abuse by their children and the Sheriff's Reading Star program, which promotes literacy and child safety. Coe, 59, said he wants to foster a cooperative spirit between residents and the Sheriff's Office, as well as with federal, state and local agencies, in particular the Fernandina Beach Police Department. (Florida Times-Union)
Child sex offender restrictions a challenge for CP Oct 24, 2008
One of the many issues the council must look at is whether they would want to make residency restrictions or child safety zones for sex offenders ... Vandiver said residency restrictions prevent child sex offenders from living within a certain distance of areas where children frequent (such as schools, parks and daycare facilities), but child safety zones restrict sex offenders from going near those areas ... She told the council that while there is no definite research that shows sex offender... (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Dublin Police Dept. to Receive $62,000 Grant Oct 24, 2008
From Oct. 10, 2007 to Sept. 30, 2008, the Dublin H.E.A.T. unit made 151 DUI arrests, issued 1363 speeding citations with a minimum speed of 15 miles per hour over the speed limit, issued 703 seat belt citations and 113 child safety seat violations. There were 1271 traffic crashes, 289 injuries, one fatality, according to Champion. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Europe approves crackdown on Internet violence Oct 23, 2008
"The most important part of the program is to establish a knowledge base by bringing together researchers engaged in child safety online at European level," said Romanian Conservative lawmaker Csaba Sogor. "We foresee contact points and hotlines for reporting online illegal content and abusive conduct.". (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Stiff or flaccid, here's a silly sausage Oct 22, 2008
NW confirmed that Ritchie had become disillusioned with Madonna's insatiable lust for weight training ("[she] spends too much time in the gym," said a friend of Guy's), not to mention Madonna's extensive collection of conical bras, which Ritchie apparently considered a child safety hazard. "Guy is incandescent with rage," says NW, which blame's Madonna's "close friendship" with baseball star Alex Rodriguez, aka A-Rod. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
New SC lab will test full-size homes in wind, hail Oct 22, 2008
The group puts out a Top Safety Pick for each model year and does research on other issues such as child safety seats and teen drivers. The Institute for Business and Home Safety is funded by property and casualty insurers, who also will be paying for the research facility in Chester. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Sheriff candidates appear at forum Oct 22, 2008
He also discussed new school patrols and the county's participation in the Missing Child Alert Program and the National Child Safety Program, both of which were done under his watch. Schweitzer pointed to the lack of joint programs between the city and county law enforcement, as well as conflicts with the county attorney's office as problems he would remedy if elected. (Washington Journal, IA)
Ask Amy: Do Cars Seats Expire? Oct 22, 2008
For more information on child safety seats, check out the following links. What about expiration dates on car tires, bottled water and bike helmets. (Click2Houston, TX)
AT&T Top Ten Tips to Keep Albany Area Kids Safe on Halloween Oct 21, 2008
Child Safety Event and Costume Parade at new ATrience Store - Saturday, November 1st ALBANY, N.Y., Oct. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there were an estimated 36 million Halloween "trick-or-treaters" roaming the streets nationwide in 2007 ... AT also host a free costume parade and child safety day -- complete with free fingerprinting kits -- at its new ATrience store at 1762 Central Avenue in Colonie on Saturday, November 1st ... Learn more about Child Safety... (PR Newswire)
Make Furniture Safe for Babies and ... Oct 19, 2008
Many of these incidents can be prevented if parents use child-friendly furniture certified by the Juvenile Products Manufacturers Association (JPMA), install child safety devices on existing furniture or rearrange furniture with the kids safety in mind. The following suggestions may help. (Suite101.com)
Amesbury offers lots to do in fall weekends ahead Oct 18, 2008
The child safety initiative began in Massachusetts in 1996 and is endorsed by the Crime Prevention Officers Association and Dental Society as well. Parents will be given a set of their child s fingerprints, a tooth impression, a DNA sample and brief video to take home. (Amesbury News, MA)
Police depend on public input to help fight crime Oct 18, 2008
OPC, created in 2005, raises awareness about child safety through the issuance of cards for children. These cards contain the child s name, pedigree information, a photograph and images of two fingers. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Amscot Financial Contributes to Citrus Center Boys & Girls Club, Supporting Programs for Disadvantaged Youth Oct 18, 2008
Safety brochures are provided with the fingerprint card, as well as an envelope containing further information on how to complete the child safety kit ... An interactive child safety CD-ROM can also be purchased for $5 at the event with profits going to the CPEA for creating the CD-ROM.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Governors cuts hit Melrose drug prevention, school spending Oct 17, 2008
Patrick also cut the unused portion of the $150,000 child safety grant the city received this year, a cut totaling $112,500 ... As of this writing, it was not immediately clear how the city had spent the $37,500 of the child safety grant left untouched in the cuts (see sidebar below for specifics) ... Planned spending of Child Safety Grant. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
Photo Gallery Oct 16, 2008
FIRE SAFETY The North Hudson Regional Fire and Rescues Fire Prevention and Child Safety Trailer recreates a household environment, giving fireman a chance to teach children the dangers of household appliances ... The NHRFR brought their Fire Prevention and Child Safety trailer to the school, which was donated three years ago by the New Jersey Deputy Fire Chiefs Association. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Man grabs woman's throat Oct 16, 2008
PEKIN - A Pekin man on parole for a burglary conviction grabbed a woman by the throat during an argument about a 1-year-old child getting through a child safety gate. Tyler C. Flynn, 23, was arrested for domestic battery at about 1 p.m. Monday after Pekin police were called to the 100 block of Parkview Court, said Pekin police public information officer Chris Bitner. (Pekin Times, IL)
Health Department names incentive award winners Oct 15, 2008
Tash can be credited with milestones such as significant increases in child safety seat use; passage of some of the strongest firearm safety laws and traffic safety laws for children in the country; and the formation of seven statewide coalitions, including the Violence Prevention Consortium (aka Ending Violence), Keiki Injury Prevention Coalition and the Suicide Prevention Taskforce. Manager of the Year, Acting District Health Officer, Aaron Ueno, was commended for building capacity within the... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Fun with fire safetyFire Prevention Week engulfs local schools Oct 13, 2008
The NHRFR brought their Fire Prevention and Child Safety trailer to the school, which was donated three years ago by the New Jersey Deputy Fire Chiefs Association ... The Fire Prevention and Child Safety trailer will visit many local schools in Hudson County, including the Woodrow Wilson School in Weehawken on Oct. 23 at 10 a.m.. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Preparing a School Information Book... Oct 13, 2008
parking and child safety. These lists are by no means exhaustive and a variety of other topics can be included. (Suite101.com)
Wrong practices and unbalanced education Oct 12, 2008
When faced with the design of schools or public housing, the diploma graduate have not the foggiest idea about issues like child safety or privacy violation. All they want is the square footage of the buildings and how many rooms. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Safe at home Oct 12, 2008
A lot of child safety is just keeping a close eye on kids because parents often can't anticipate what a child will do next ... She belongs to a group of mothers of twins, and child safety is a hot topic at their discussions. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Amscot Financial Contributes to Creation Foundation, Supporting Port Richey's Dayspring Academy Oct 11, 2008
Safety brochures are provided with the fingerprint card, as well as an envelope containing further information on how to complete the child safety kit ... An interactive child safety CD-ROM can also be purchased for $5 at the event with profits going to the CPEA for creating the CD-ROM. Employment Open House Amscot is growing rapidly, and is seeking talented, ambitious individuals to join our team. (PR Newswire)
Police forces take part in Operation Impact 2008 Oct 10, 2008
Section 200 seatbelts, in particular child safety restraints. Section 235 loud exhaust, excessive noise. (Miramichi Leader)
Kiwanis Club installs four officers Oct 8, 2008
Last month, the club sponsored a Child Safety Faire at Keokuk High School in which bicycle helmets and reconditioned bicycles were given away. Two of the club's annual fund-raising projects are peanut sales around Labor Day and the sale of Christmas greenery during the holidays. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Safety Tips for Baby Walkers Oct 7, 2008
Parents who opt to use baby walkers despite warnings from healthcare and child safety experts should choose and use the equipment with extra care. There s no doubt that baby walkers are dangerous. (Suite101.com)
Festival still a success4,000 residents attend annual fair Oct 5, 2008
The North Hudson Regional Fire Department was also at the festival showcasing the Department's Fire Prevention and Child Safety Trailer, which teaches children how to safely get out off a burning house or building. The trailer dispenses fake smoke, while the children are taught how to crawl out of a side window. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Candidates spar at first joint meeting Oct 4, 2008
The question and answer format allowed candidates to express their platform while discussing the most important issues facing Windsor, support for Measure N, unifying east and west Windsor, handling fiscal problems, increasing child safety, sound walls on 101 and limiting businesses in town. Scholar cited her school board experience as evidence of her legislative knowledge and said she was well equipped to help the council collaborate with other elected officials at the local, county and state... (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Children's web watchdog debuts Oct 3, 2008
The move follows a government-commissioned report by psychologist Tanya Byron earlier this year, which called for the setting up of a child safety council, as part of a drive to protect children using the internet and digital technologies. Path-breaking. (BBC News -- Technology)
Apps we love Oct 3, 2008
Sites can be ranked on four metrics: trustworthiness, vendor reliability, privacy and child safety. User rankings are aggregated to form a site's WOT rating, which is displayed in Google searches and in the browser toolbar. (Globe and Mail -- Technology)
Casper briefs Oct 3, 2008
Child safety advocates at Safe Kids of Central Wyoming, the Wyoming Department of Transportation, city of Casper employees, along with law enforcement and fire and emergency services, are hosting activities in conjunction with Wednesday's International Walk To School Day. "Pedestrian safety is a concern in our community and our hope is that we can teach children to be safer pedestrians in a way they will remember for years to come," said Diane Guerttman, Safe Kids of Central Wyoming coordinator,... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Police Beat: Sept. 30, 2008 Oct 3, 2008
Gall was ticketed for not exercising due care and not providing a child safety device. Sept. 27, 5:34 p.m. Old Glenn Hwy. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Google Street View A Child Safety Threat? Sep 25, 2008
Google Street View A Child Safety Threat ... Google Street View A Child Safety Threat ... But campaign to highlight child safety concerns over Google's Street View strikes me as absurd. (CBS News)
Around Madison: Female choir to sing Sep 24, 2008
Child safety event set by Masons, deputies. The John H. Jones Masonic Lodge of Danielsville and the Shannon Masonic Lodge of Comer, with assistance from the Madison County Sheriff's Office, will hold a Georgia Child Identification Program event at the Madison County Library from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Swarthmore roofer dies in fall at Delaware school Sep 24, 2008
- ROSE QUINN Upland offering info on child safety seats n UPLAND - Police Chief John R. Easton and fellow officers will be handing out informational packets regarding how to properly adjust and use child safety seats today in the vicinity of Sixth and Church streets. As part of Child Passenger Safety Week, Investigator Michael Curran and Officer Dan Dinardo will be looking for families and motorists who need reminders to buckle up their child passengers and remind other passengers to use their... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Record Upsurge in State's Child Safety Seat Usage Marks Child Passenger Safety Week Sep 23, 2008
4 percent of children under age five in child safety seats is a big jump of 6 ... "There is still a lot of work to do. We need to convince that last five percent that their child's life depends on that car seat and we also need to make sure all car seats are properly installed." Research has shown that even when child safety seats are used, up to 90 percent are not installed properly ... For the best possible protection keep infants in the back seat, in rear-facing child safety seats, as long as... (PR Newswire)
Bicycle Rodeo part of traffic safety event sponsored by state, community Sep 23, 2008
Contributing factors which result in serious injuries and/or deaths are low safety belt usage, low child safety seat usage, and collisions involving alcohol. The partnership between agencies of all levels and safety advocates promoting safety will be working together to help raise traffic safety awareness. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Roadwatch: Train crash shows danger of talking and driving Sep 21, 2008
Child Safety Seat Week PennDOT, law enforcement agencies and other child safety advocates are emphasizing the lifesaving difference a child safety seat can make during the observance of National Child Passenger Safety Week starting today. For a listing of events or to find the nearest fitting station, call 1-800-CAR-BELT or visit www. (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Father is questioned after baby's fatal fall Sep 20, 2008
No child safety bars were visible in the window. City codes encourage, but do not require, property owners to install window safety guards in homes with children age 6 and under. (Boston Globe)
Child safety laws to be emphasized Sep 20, 2008
Child safety seats and booster seats save lives. They offer the best protection for children in the event of a crash. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Buckle up your buckaroos Sep 20, 2008
Child safety seat demonstration coming to county park ... IONIA Ionia County Sheriff's Office officers will be making sure area children are safer this weekend when they host a child safety seat check at Bertha Brock Park today ... I think the timing is perfect, Ionia County Sheriff Dwain Dennis said, adding data released suggests a strong need for child safety seats. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Around the Tri-State Area this weekend Sep 20, 2008
The Keokuk Kiwanis Club will hold a Child Safety Faire at Keokuk High School from 1 to 4 p.m. The event will include a bike rodeo as well as demonstrations. Bicycle helmets and refurbished bicycles will be given away. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Community calendar Sep 20, 2008
Keokuk Kiwanis Club's Child Safety Faire 1 to 4 p.m. at Keokuk High School. Event will feature a bike rodeo. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Sheriff's office to step up enforcement during 'Click It or Ticket' campaign Sep 19, 2008
"The sheriff's office requests everyone who drives on the highways of our county to please obey the speed limits and to use seatbelts and child safety seats when needed," he said ... North Carolina officers issued four traffic safety citations and one child safety seat violation ... They also enforced seat belt and child safety seat regulations. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
Newport offers child safety seat check Sep 18, 2008
Child safety seat checks will be offered Monday in Perry County. The check is part of the state police Click It Or Ticket campaign and will be held from 3 to 9 p.m. at the Newport station, 52 Red Hill Court, Newport. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Fort Oglethorpe police report: Sept. 5-11 Sep 18, 2008
Loud music: 1 Underage consumption: 1 Expired tag: 1 Driving without license: 2 Obedience to traffic device: 1 Failure to maintain lane: 1 Following too closely: 1 Windshield requirements: 1 Child safety belts: 2 Driving while suspended: 2 Speeding: 4 Open container: 1 D.U.I.: 2 Seat belts: 3. Arrests. (Catoosa County News, GA)
