Neighbors act to stem spate of robberies Sep 25, 2009
Transit police Deputy Chief Joseph O Connor said his force is also trying to boost a presence in the area, working with residents and Boston authorities. He said police try to be especially alert during the fall months, when darkness comes earlier. (Boston Globe)
Chávez and the Latin Left: Muzzling the Media? Sep 23, 2009
Nicaragua's erstwhile Marxist Ortega, who calls his journalist critics "the children of Goebbels" after Hitler propaganda chief Joseph Goebbels, was the subject of a special report over the summer by the New York City based Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) for his government's harassment of independent media. His bill would force every journalist to be licensed and signed up with the Sandinista-controlled Nicaraguan Journalists Association, an obscure guild to which only about 20% of... (Time.com)
Guerrillas return Sep 22, 2009
Some military sources suggest rebel chief Joseph Kony, a man wanted by the International Criminal Court, is shifting bases towards the CAR and has ordered rearguard units to launch attacks to tie down military units. No-one, however, knows for sure. (BBC News -- Africa)
News flash: GOP condemns extremist views, coarse rhetoric Sep 6, 2009
Nelson Mandela Men of the Titanic The Plumber (who spoke with Obama about his problems) Nathan Hale Sitting Bull/Chief Red Horse Chief Joseph of the Nez Perce Che Chevera hero. of Cuba Florence Nightingale Mother Teresa Yellow fever doctor, died of the fever doing research on it Arland D. Williams, Jr., of plane crash in icy Potomoc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
• COLUMN: The wreck of the I.B. Perrine Sep 4, 2009
Brigham Young, William Borah, Joseph Smith, Chief Joseph, Davy Crockett, Annie Oakley, Betsy Ross, Calvin Coolidge, Samuel Colt, Zane Grey and Knute Rockne, among many others, had maritime namesakes. The keel of the Perrine was laid at the Todd Shipyard Corp. in Houston on Oct. 18, 1944, completed a month later, launched on Nov. 30, christened with water from Blue Lakes, and promptly turned over to the Greek Navy - remarkable, since there was no actual Greece at the time (the country had been... (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
More of this story Sep 4, 2009
Fire crews headed by First Assistant Chief Kevin Morrone and Second Assistant Chief Joseph Fusaro Jr. arrived within three minutes of receiving a 7:12 p.m. call for a structure fire, he said. Westerly police and Westerly Ambulance Corps personnel were also on scene. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Committee discuses naming gazebo after Durrell Sep 4, 2009
However, former police chief Joseph Samburg commented, "You said you don't want to see controversy. If we unanimously recommend to the first selectman, it's out of our hands. Why are we agonizing?" Sam Koutas, who was an aide to Durrell when she was first selectman, commented, "We backed off the Board of Education too easy." Town Historian Marcia Miner read a letter that she had read to the Parks and Recreation Commission about a week earlier. Invoking the name of the former first selectman for... (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
Why wasnt Hitler stopped? Sep 2, 2009
"The Fhrer is brooding," notes propaganda chief Joseph Goebbels. "This was a heavy blow to him.". (Harper's Magazine)
City, state police prepare for a vast security task Aug 28, 2009
Deputy Chief Joseph O Connor of the MBTA police would not confirm whether bags will be checked, but said, We reserve the right to run that program at any time at any station. During the funeral, crowds will be kept away from the church, Boston Police Superintendent Daniel Linskey said yesterday at a news conference, adding that mourners not invited to the Mass might have a better view of the motorcade and service from their television screens. (Boston Globe)
State approves methadone clinic Aug 28, 2009
The clinic s attorney also dismissed concerns from Columbia Police Chief Joseph Bishop about potential strains on his personnel to monitor the area. The owners have stated they will employ an armed guard while the facility is open from 6 a.m.-12 p.m. Monday-Saturday. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Locals walk for the Jimmy Fund Sept. 13 Aug 25, 2009
Chief Joseph Griffin, a resident of Belmont and the chief of police in Dover, will also be walking with Team Police Chiefs, a group of police chiefs from across the state who will be walking in honor of Chief Bill Webber, the Southborough chief of police who lost his life to pancreatic cancer in October 2008. Webber was a dedicated supporter of the Jimmy Fund for many years, walking annually since 2003, and even participating as a Virtual Walker in last September s Walk, just a month before he... (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
State briefs Aug 20, 2009
Graham, who led Belgrade s move up from Class A to AA, has accepted the job of athletics director at Chief Joseph Middle School in Bozeman. Information from: Bozeman Daily Chronicle. (Helena Independent Record)
Quincy dispatcher who missed 911 call gets reprimand Aug 19, 2009
Yesterday, at a press conference, Quincy Fire Chief Joseph Barron offered a measured defense of the dispatcher and promised to improve the department s audio system. It was muffled, Barron said of the call. (Boston Globe)
With donation, therapy horses get some help Aug 17, 2009
CANTER is located at 7388 E. Chief Joseph Drive ... Turn south on Moson and follow it to Chief Joseph Drive ... Turn west on Chief Joseph and follow the signs. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Spotted®: The focus is on you! Aug 15, 2009
Pictured above: Sgt. Mark Magnuson, Chief Joseph H. Lumpkin, Sr. and Maj. Carter Greene. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Visiting local attractions Tourism relatively steady on Hi-Line Aug 15, 2009
That includes the fact that the site, where Chief Joseph the Younger of the Nez Perce surrendered to the U.S. Cavalry in 1877, is a little out-of-the-way, Magera added. Our place is pretty special. (Havre Daily News, MT)
Few stimulus funds will back up area law enforcement agencies Aug 14, 2009
Chief Joseph Bishop has said he plans to use the officers to replace personnel reassigned during a recent reorganization of the department. The Maury County Sheriff s Department, Mt. Pleasant Police Department and Spring Hill Police Department applied but did not receive any stimulus money to hire new officers. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Obama honors Tutu, Hawking, Poitier, Robinson Aug 13, 2009
Obama also presented medals to breast cancer crusader Nancy Goodman Brinker, medical campaigner Pedro Jose Greer Jr, tennis legend Billie Jean King, civil rights leader Reverend Joseph Lowery, native American tribal chief Joseph Medicine Crow, former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, actress Chita Rivera, and cancer researcher Dr. Janet Davison Rowley. He awarded posthumous medals to former Republican congressman, football quarterback and vice presidential candidate Jack Kemp and gay... (Yahoo! Asia News)
City officials discuss proposed budget Aug 13, 2009
Capt. Tory DeCaire of the Oswego Police Department, Chief Joseph Perry of the Oswego Fire Department, and Oswego Purchasing Agent Mike Riley, as well as various other department officials, discussed their current budgets and what they are projecting for the upcoming year. For the complete story, pick up a copy of The Palladium-Times. (Oswego Palladium-Times, NY)
DR Congo profile Aug 11, 2009
A year later, its prime minister, Patrice Lumumba, was seized and killed by troops loyal to army chief Joseph Mobutu. In 1965 Mobutu seized power, later renaming the country Zaire and himself Mobutu Sese Seko. (BBC News -- Africa)
East Africa: China Opposes Arrests of Rebel Chief, Al-Bashir Aug 6, 2009
Kampala The indictment of Sudan President Omar el-Bashir and LRA chief Joseph Kony is a stumbling block to peace in Africa, according to China. Addressing journalists at the Chinese embassy in Kampala, Ambassador Liu Guijin, who also in charge of African affairs, said the warrants of arrest had only complicated matters. (allAfrica.com)
Rare parole hearing for American Indian activist; result expected in 3 weeks for Leonard PeltierPosted on July 28 Aug 4, 2009
look at what happened to chief joseph. " RezGirl wrote on Jul 29, 2009 10:55 AM:" James- so because of Chief Joseph he should be let out of prison. (Missoulian, MT)
Obama to give 16 'agents of change' US Medal of Freedom Jul 31, 2009
July 31, 2009 - 7:53AM. President Barack Obama will next month award the highest US civilian honour to 16 "agents of change" including Desmond Tutu, Stephen Hawking and Muhammad Yunus, the White House said on Thursday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Federal grant funds four new officers Jul 30, 2009
The officers were requested by Chief Joseph Bishop to aid in the reorganization of the police department. Bishop changed the structure of the department to make it easier for officers to focus on fighting crime and created a special unit to target troubled areas in the city. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Colville tribes to get new salmon hatchery Jul 27, 2009
The Bonneville Power Administration will pay for the Chief Joseph Hatchery as compensation for the construction of Grand Coulee Dam, which cut off salmon runs to the upper third of the Columbia Basin ... He led an effort to get one built on the Colville Reservation just below Chief Joseph Dam. (Longview Daily News, WA)
3 held in Reedley College sex assaults Jul 26, 2009
District police Chief Joseph Callahan and Lt. Richard Gains would not take a reporter's phone calls seeking other information on the case. Smith, the district board president, said an investigation is under way: "We take very seriously our charge with respect to protecting minors who attend or visit our institutions.". (Fresno Bee)
Lightning strike causes small fire Jul 25, 2009
Sonoita-Elgin Fire Department Chief Joseph DeWolf said no structures were threatened. The fire was easily contained. (Nogales International, AZ)
Appaloosa club follows Nez Perce trail Jul 24, 2009
Nearly 132 years ago, a similar occurrence took place as members of the non-treaty Nez Perce tribe, led by Chief Joseph, rode into the very same valley on their 1,350-mile flight to Canada from the pursuing U.S. Cavalry ... The riders who rode into this sacred place yesterday are participating in the 2009 Chief Joseph Trail Ride; an annual event organized by the Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC) ... As founder of the Chief Joseph Foundation, Ewing has worked for the past 16 years to educate and... (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Holliston firefighters honor deputy chief who served for 50 years Jul 23, 2009
In addition to current members of the Fire Department and Explorer Post, also present at the ceremony were Town Administrator Paul LeBeau, retired Chief Raymond Moloney and retired Deputy Chief Joseph Gallerani. The retired deputy's son, Brian, serves as a firefighter on Engine 1. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Motive elusive in Bourne stabbing: Man charged with murder Jul 22, 2009
Responding to the Shell station Sunday night and the Hoxie School were Bourne Detective Sgt. Richard Silvestro, Sgt. Dennis Woodside and Officers Thomas Morgello, Jonathan MacDougall and John Stowe along with Bourne Fire Department Deputy Chief Joseph Carrara s shift. Loading commenting interface. (Upper Cape Codder, MA)
Washington holds out on legal-status screenings for license seekers Jul 21, 2009
joe_schmoe wrote on Jul 20, 2009 5:51 PM:" rs5, Good bit of information on the Matricula Consular card, it's nice to know what kind of backward country we live in (if there wasn't already enough proof just look at both Bush admistrations). For the record for almost everyone else though, we are not talking about safe or unsafe drivers, insured or unisured...we are talking about legal status in these United States of America. If you're here illegally, you have no rights. QUIT WHINING!! JUAN--for... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Dorchester man drowns at Spot Pond in Stoneham Jul 21, 2009
And Fire Chief Joseph Rolli said the DCR needs to do a better job of patrolling the area. It s very disturbing, said Rolli. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Rich woman victim of new sex blackmail Jul 18, 2009
The first wife of Klatten's grandfather went on to marry Nazi propaganda chief Joseph Goebbels. In March, a truck driver from Bochum tried to blackmail Klatten with a similar claim. (Yahoo News)
Two-alarm fire in Stoneham leaves four businesses shut down Jul 18, 2009
According to Fire Chief Joseph Rolli, it took a total of 20 firefighters, including off-duty and out-of-town backup, more than two hours to put out the fire. We ll know more [as to what caused the fire] by tomorrow morning, said Rolli. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
New chief sworn in, lists priorities Jul 16, 2009
Despite his prior experience and outgoing chief Joseph Palmer s statement that he was the best man for the job, Swenszkowski acknowledged that he s still young and will be learning as he goes. Bear with me, he said in reference to the goals he listed. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Church roundup Jul 10, 2009
Chief Joseph Lumpkin will be the guest speaker. Open to the public. (Athens Banner-Herald)
GV resident injured in Sonoita crash Jul 8, 2009
Chief Joseph DeWolf of the Sonoita-Elgin Fire Department said that shortly before 7 a.m. emergency personnel responded to milepost 46 on State Route 83 near the entrance to Las Cienegas National Conservation Area. Officer Quentin G. Mehr of the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) said the accident occurred when a 2006 Toyota pick-up driven by Sahuarita resident Daniel Rodriguez, 32, was stopped behind a vehicle that was attempting to turn left from southbound SR 83 onto the road leading... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
One killed in bus crash Jul 7, 2009
The bus, which was carrying nine passengers -- eight adults and one infant -- and the driver, was traveling north on I-87 around 3:15 a.m. when it went off the highway to the left, rolled on its side and came to rest near a rock ledge in the highway's median a quarter mile before Exit 21, said Queensbury Central Fire Chief Joseph DuPrey. Curtrice E. Gravitt, 33, of New York City, was pronounced dead at the scene after she was trapped under the bus, according to State Police. (Albany Times Union)
Bus with N.Y. prison visitors tips over, kills 1 Jul 6, 2009
The bus tipped onto its side, slid and veered into the rock a quarter-mile south of the highway's Exit 21, Queensbury fire Chief Joseph DuPrey told the Glens Falls Post-Star newspaper. The impact tore down at least 50 yards of guide rails and left the highway strewn with food wrappers and fliers about services for prisoners' families, the newspaper said. (USA Today)
Bus tips over in Adirondacks, killing 1, hurting 9 Jul 5, 2009
The bus tipped onto its side, slid and veered into the rock a quarter-mile south of the highway's Exit 21, Queensbury Fire Chief Joseph DuPrey told the Glens Falls Post-Star. The impact tore down at least 50 yards of guiderails and left the highway strewn with food wrappers and other items, including fliers about services for prisoners' families, according to the Post-Star. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
TenPoint Coalition, MBTA launch effort to stem summer violence Jul 4, 2009
The ads will be placed on MBTA buses, said Deputy Chief Joseph O Connor of the Police Department. It will allow us to outreach to youth, O Connor said of MBTA s partnership. (Boston Globe)
Dover Police want to renovate dispatch area Jul 3, 2009
Police Chief Joseph Griffin and contractor Don Mills have completed a renovation study of the police dispatch area. The proposed changes will ease traffic problems, create distinct work areas, address noise concerns, and lower energy consumption of the building. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
This storm came crashing down on life Jul 3, 2009
"It's not going to be a weekend to go swimming anyway," city fire Chief Joseph Fahd said of the still-iffy Fourth of July forecast. On the shores of Warner Lake, Bates, 38, who is from just outside Portland, Maine, surveyed nature's brute force. (Albany Times Union)
Centennial 4th of July Events Jul 2, 2009
The Laurel Outlook:News. Information Services. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Chief reorganizes police department Jul 2, 2009
Chief Joseph Bishop said Wednesday the department will be restructured from two to three divisions, including a Patrol, Support Services and an Investigative unit. This keeps us focused on the job and will maximize our potential to deliver services to the community, he said. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Police chief aims to keep Columbia S.A.F.E. Jun 30, 2009
Police Chief Joseph Bishop, background, talks to supervisors within the department at the agency s weekly accountability meeting ... Since taking over the city s top police position in November 2008, Police Chief Joseph Bishop has changed how the Columbia Police Department is run, including holding weekly accountability meetings, where most of the force s strategies evolve. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Team effort prevents massive gas explosion in Weymouth Jun 30, 2009
There was gas all over the station tarmac, said Deputy Fire Chief Joseph Davis on June 29. The gas was flowing down the street on Route 18, and there was a car on top of the fuel hose from the tank truck. (Weymouth News, MA)
More Chicago Violence: 9-Year-Old Shot Dead While Washing Her Dog... Jun 26, 2009
Wentworth Area Deputy Chief Joseph Patterson described the van that fled the sceneas green or teal in color. The vehicle involved in the shooting is believed to be a green van, but police could not immediately provide a description of the recovered vehicle. (The Drudge Report)
Police request crime mapping Jun 19, 2009
I ve been very anxious to get this since I landed here, Chief Joseph Bishop said. We re working as hard as we can to get it. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Doris M. Barron Jun 18, 2009
Devoted mother of William J. Barron, Jr, QFD of Quincy, acting Quincy Fire Chief Joseph P. Barron of Plymouth, Mary E. Forrester of Braintree, Jean M. DeLisle of Portsmouth, RI, Gerri Predella of Marshfield and Joanne Martin of Braintree. Sister of the late Robert F., the late Joseph P. and the late Charles F. Gately. (Braintree Forum, MA)
Apparently the whole thing was a drug deal gone bad Jun 18, 2009
The probe was unable to determine who committed the act and Acting Police Chief Joseph Cusack denied there was racial discrimination in the police department. Lawton resigned before a 1990 bias suit was settled, leading to the establishment of a police-civilian committee. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Six accused in slaying of S.F. market owner Jun 17, 2009
Novato Police Chief Joseph Kreins stopped short of calling the suspects gang members, although he said investigators were still looking at the possibility. None of the six is charged with gang enhancements in Le's slaying. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Laurel is the place to be on July 4 Jun 16, 2009
The Chief Joseph Run sponsored by the Laurel Chamber of Commerce at Thomson Park on Sixth Street on July 4 ... Entry forms for the July 4 Chief Joseph Run, Grand Parade and Craft and Food Fair are available in the Chamber Log Cabin entry way, or on the Chamber website. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Task force patrols high-crime zones Jun 5, 2009
Chief Joseph Bishop said the Special Response Team or SRT has been in operation a little more than a week. The unit, consisting of four officers and a sergeant, is used to patrol specific areas. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Police: Investigator's thefts stem from gambling Jun 4, 2009
With Risi suspended without pay, Herkimer police Chief Joseph Malone said Officer Jeffrey Crim has been appointed this week as acting investigator to take over Risi s duties. Crim is a 12-year veteran. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Letter: Police chief thanks personnel for quick response Jun 3, 2009
I want to commend Town Administrator David Ragucci, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Les Olson, High School Principal Ed Russo and his staff, and Fire Chief Joseph Rolli for their unequivocal decision making in dealing with the situation. I also want to thank personnel from the Police and Fire departments who initially responded as well as the continued support provided over the three-day period. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Newton firefighter Kevin Kellys death may have been work-related Jun 3, 2009
Fire Chief Joseph LaCroix agreed, saying that Kelly recently came down with a pulmonary disorder and was getting ready to retire, as doctors said he would no longer be fit for active duty. LaCroix said it was likely the heart condition that led to Kelly s death. (Newton Tab, MA)
CANTER to host open house Sunday Jun 2, 2009
CANTER is located at 7388 E. Chief Joseph Drive, off Moson Road in Sierra Vista. For information, call Fawcett at 508-9317 or program coordinator Zia Bischoff at 366-0120. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Foreign banks await new CBN gov, halt credits Jun 1, 2009
Former President Olusegun Obasanjo approved Soludo's appointment on April 29, 2004, but he did not assume office till May 29, 2004 when Chief Joseph Sanusi's tenure ended. Soludo took over as CBN governor on May 29, 2004 for a five-year tenure, which effectively ended last Friday. (Guardian News, Nigeria)
Rammell close to economic collapse May 30, 2009
This week, Rammell, of Rexburg, informed the Standard Journal that his development company, Chief Joseph, Idaho, LLC, had filed for bankruptcy ... Federal court documents confirm that Chief Joseph, Idaho, filed under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code on Jan. 9 ... Rammell said that at the time of the bankruptcy, Chief Joseph, Idaho, was invested in two development projects in Jackson, Wyo. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Nigeria: South East Rallies Support for Former Central Bank Chief May 27, 2009
"The meeting considered it ridiculous the suggestion that the IGP and the CBN governor cannot come from the same zone. In 1999, Chief Joseph Sanusi was appointed CBN governor and Alhaji Musiliu Smith IGP at the same time. Both of them were from the South-west. When the late Abdulkadir Ahmed was CBN governor, we had Alhaji Muhammadu Gambo and Ibrahim Coomasie as IGPs at various times," he added. At one of the meetings, some Igbo politicians expressed concern at the dwindling fortune of the... (allAfrica.com)
Leader defends church at center of chemo case May 23, 2009
He said he was elected principle medicine chief in part because of his claim to be related to Chief Joseph of the Nez Perce. But Julie Kane, managing attorney for the Nez Perce in Idaho, said Landis is not Nez Perce and the tribe asked him to stop using references to it a few years ago. (MSNBC -- Race)
Memorial Day activities announced May 22, 2009
MD observed at Melrose cemetery The Melrose Cemetery Association will present a Memorial Day observance at the Melrose-Eliam Cemetery on Monday, May 25, at 10 a.m. Retired Navy Chief Joseph Perry will be guest speaker, with additional activities planned. The cemetery is located at 821 S.R. 21 North outside Melrose. (Bradford County Telegraph, FL)
WTC Emergency Drill Evokes Memories of Sept. 11 May 18, 2009
Chief Joseph Pfeifer, head of counterterrorism for the Fire Department of New York, said firefighters used lightweight aluminum carts that fit onto train tracks to transport the most severely injured. He said the carts were developed after the 2005 London bombings because "it's very labor intensive to carry someone out.". (Fox News)
Columbia honors fallen lawmen May 15, 2009
Columbia Police Chief Joseph Bishop speaks at a law enforcement memorial service held at Highland Park Baptist Church Tuesday ... During the service Tuesday, which also commemorated National Law Enforcement Week, keynote speaker Columbia Police Chief Joseph Bishop thanked families of slain officers for sharing their loved ones with the community and quoted scripture from the Book of John, Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
