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Eagle Eye - Ausser Kontrolle
» Hochgeschwindigkeits-Parcours mit Hintersinn « Der Sohn von Rachel wird entführt. Andernorts findet der Angestellte Jerry plötzlich einen Haufen Geld und Waffen in seinem Besitz. Keiner von beiden ahnt, worum es geht, aber beide werden von einer anonymen Anruferin zur Befolgung von Anweisungen gezwungen. Als sie sich begegnen, erkennen Rachel und Jerry, dass sie nur zusammen eine Chance gegen die Unbekannte haben.
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Police - Opportunistic offending
Happy New Year to all. I have really enjoyed my first couple of months in the role of officer-in-charge of the Warkworth Police and getting around and meeting our partner agencies and members of the community. Warkworth and the surrounding areas have seen a huge influx of visitors over the holiday period, but despite this, crime in the area has remained relatively low, which is good to see.
Some Friendly Advice
Dan McDermott MY COLLEGE BUDDY Joe really looked forward to retirement. But in the weeks and months following his last day of work, he began to realize he didn’t have a core group of friends with whom to share his newfound freedom. Those he counted as friends were simply friendly workplace acquaintances.
Dance of Coordination
Dan McDermott MY WIFE AND I DROVE back from Arizona in June, so we could spend the summer months here in Minnesota. We took a longer but more scenic route through Utah and Colorado, and saw many natural wonders, including several national parks and the Rocky Mountains. How did we spend our “windshield time”? Knowing we had an upcoming meeting with our financial planner, we discussed our work and our finances, along with when it might make sense for each of us to retire.
How Much is Enough?
Dan McDermott AT A PARTY GIVEN BY a billionaire on affluent Shelter Island, New York, author Kurt Vonnegut informs his friend, Joseph Heller, that their host had recently made more money in a single day than Heller had earned in total from his hugely popular novel, Catch-22. To that, Heller replies, “But I have something he will never have.” “And what is that?” asks Vonnegut. “Enough,” says Heller.
Three Paths - HumbleDollar
Dan McDermott I’M A BIG BELIEVER in retiring gradually, rather than declaring you’re done on a single retirement day. This lessens the change to your routine and your identity. One of the main appeals of a phased approach to retirement is that you can craft it to meet your needs. You may want to shift from fulltime work to part-time consulting, or perhaps lend your talents to a nonprofit or a startup.
Middletown, Va. shooting victim ID'd
By Dan McDermott Warren/Frederick County Report MIDDLETOWN, VA — October 28, 2020 — The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim killed in yesterday’s shooting as Keith Hamilton Tolson, age 41. Tolson previously had listed addresses in the Front Royal area and was staying at the Middletown Econo Lodge at the time of the shooting, according to a news release.
Authorities seek help identifying suspect in Middletown, Va. shooting death
By Dan McDermott Warren/Frederick County Report MIDDLETOWN, VA — October 27, 2020 — The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying the suspect and/or vehicle involved in a shooting death this morning in Middletown, Va. According to FCSO Lt. W. Gosnell, the victim was seen running from the Liberty Gas Station on Reliance Road towards the McDonald’s and Econo Lodge across the street.
Middletown, Va. shooting leaves one man dead
By Dan McDermott Warren/Frederick County Report MIDDLETOWN, VA — October 27, 2020 — The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office says deputies found a white male suffering from apparent gunshot wounds in the parking lot of the McDonald’s at 85 Reliance Rd. in Middletown this morning. Lt. W. Gosnell says deputies were dispatched at 3:19 am for a report of shots fired. The man is now deceased. He is not being identified pending notification of next of kin.
Doug Stanley resigns from Lynchburg City Manager job
Former Warren County, Va. Administrator Douglas Stanley speaks to Lynchburg City Council August 11, 2020. Video image. By Dan McDermott Warren/Frederick County Report LYNCHBURG, VA (Aug. 21, 2020)–Announced as the new City Manager for Lynchburg just days ago, Douglas Stanley has resigned after a flurry of social media posts hit Lynchburg containing images of alleged emails, the same email images that had caused similar controversy in Warren County starting last year.
Virginians are reportedly receiving "unsolicited seeds" in the mail from China
By Dan McDermott Warren/Frederick County Report The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs is is warning citizens to be cautious if they receive any unsolicited seeds in the mail from China. The VDACS says several Virginians have received packages containing seeds and the agency worries they may be invasive species, a serious problem in the Commonwealth. The exact type of seeds being sent is currently unknown. “Please do not plant the seeds,” urges the state.
Stephenson, Va. man dies in car crash on Berryville Pike in Frederick County
Virginia State Police Logo By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com FREDERICK COUNTY (June 17, 2020 1:02 pm)—Virginia State Police are investigating a single vehicle crash that occurred yesterday at 6:03 pm on Route 7 (Berryville Pike) 1/4 mile west of Route 659 (Valley Mill Road). According to authorities a 1994 Honda Civic was traveling west on Rte. 7 went it ran off the left side of the roadway, collided with a tree, overturned, and came to rest on the eastbound side of Rte. 7.
No active positive COVID-19 cases now at RSW Regional Jail
By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com WARREN COUNTY, VA (June 15, 2020 7:42 pm)—RSW Regional Jail reports today there are no active cases of COVID-19 in inmates or staff members. On June 11, RSW reported 1 active positive case in an inmate with 70 recovered per CDC/VDH guidelines. 2 staff members were positive and 3 recovered at that time. Also on June 11, RSW stated that there had been no hospitalizations or deaths due to the virus.
Harry F. Byrd, Jr. name removed from SU School of Business
Official biography page of former U.S. Senator Harry F. Byrd for whom the Shenandoah University School of Business was named. By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com WINCHESTER, VA (June 10, 2020 – 9:01 pm)–Shenandoah University announced today that the 38 member Board of Trustees voted unanimously to strip the name of former Virginia State Senator and United States Senator Harry F. Byrd, Jr. from the School of Business and the university’s board room.
If someone calls to demand immediate payment of your late electric bill, it’s a scam - REC
By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com WARREN COUNTY (June 9, 2020 – 1:51 pm)—Rappahannock Electric Cooperative says members are getting scammed by callers demanding immediate payment of electric bills. The callers state that the bills are past due and threaten disconnection if payment isn’t made over the phone. REC has suspended disconnections for non-payment at present and they are NOT calling to demand payment for members who have fallen behind, according to the co-op.
Active COVID-19 cases at RSW Regional Jail slowly decreasing
By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com WARREN COUNTY, VA (June 8, 2020 – 3:18 pm) – RSW Regional Jail reports that as of 10 am today there are 55 inmates who are “actively positive” for COVID-19. An additional 17 inmates are considered “recovered” per Virginia Department of Health and CDC guidelines and have been removed from isolation, according to the jail. RSW says 5 staff members are actively positive and are isolating at home. So far the jail says there have been no hospitalizations or deaths.
Front Royal woman charged with arson after fire in her home
By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com FRONT ROYAL, VA (June 2, 2020)—A Front Royal, Va. woman has been charged with felony arson following a fire in the home in which she lived. Warren County Fire and Rescue units were dispatched to a reported residential fire at 121 E. 14th Street, Front Royal at approximately 10:20 pm on Sunday, May 31, 2020, according to a news release.
RSW Regional Jail: 22 inmates, 1 staff member positive for COVID-19
RSW Regional Jail is funded by Rappahannock, Shenandoah and Warren Counties in Virginia. By Dan McDermott WFC Report.com WARREN COUNTY, VA (June 1, 2020)–Rappahannock/Shenandoah/Warren (RSW) Regional Jail reports that they have received some results back from a point prevalence survey (PPS) which allows for testing of all staff and inmates to help determine how widespread the COVID-19 virus is at the facility.
Medical Examiner rules death of George Floyd a homicide
By Dan McDermott WGCReport.com The Hennepin County, MN Medical Examiner has released a report finding that George Floyd died due to a heart attack while being restrained with his neck compressed by a Minneapolis police officer. The death was a homicide, according to the release, meaning a death caused by an act of another person. The report states also states that Floyd showed signs of being under the influence of fentanyl and had recently used methamphetamine.
“It sounded like a bomb went off” - Train derails in Linden, Virginia
By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com LINDEN, VA (May 29, 2020)—A train derailed shortly before 9 am today near John Marshall Highway and I-66 exit 13. According to the Warren County Sheriff’s Office, the train consisted of five locomotives and 12 cars, mostly empty. There were no injuries reported, according the the Sheriff’s office, and there were no hazardous materials involved and no fire or explosion. There was noise. “It sounded like an earthquake. The ground shook.
15 confirmed COVID-19 cases now at RSW Regional Jail
RSW Regional Jail is funded by Rappahannock, Shenandoah and Warren Counties in Virginia. By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com WARREN COUNTY (MAY 26, 2020)–RSW Regional Jail now has 15 confirmed cases of COVID-19, according to an employee and a facebook post. The facility currently houses about 354 inmates so the confirmed cases represent about 4.2% of the population.
Va. Chiefs of Police Association opposes Northam mask mandate
This letter was sent to Va. Governor Ralph Northam today from the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police. By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com MAY 26, 2020–The Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police today sent a letter to Gov.
Gov. Northam-who closed Virginia's economy-flouts own rules
By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com May 23, 2020–Virginia Governor Ralph Northam–who ordered much of Virginia’s economy to close to maintain social distancing–is facing criticism for his trip to Virginia Beach yesterday where he didn’t wear a mask or maintain social distancing. It’s not the first time photos of the Governor making a poor fashion choice have made the news and in this time of political division, much of the criticism has come from Republican opponents.
2nd RSW inmate tests positive, "several additional suspected cases"
RSW Regional Jail is funded by Rappahannock, Shenandoah and Warren Counties in Virginia. By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com WARREN COUNTY, VA (May 23, 2020)—Officials at RSW Regional Jail received word late last night that a second inmate has tested positive for COVID-19, according to a release from Superintendent Russ Gilkison. Officials had previously reported that an inmate was admitted Tuesday, May 19 who had stated he may have been exposed to the virus a week prior.
4 new faces headed to Strasburg, Virginia Town Council
By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com While a hotly contested mayoral race stole the headlines, voters in Strasburg also selected four members of Town Council Tuesday May 19, 2020 in elections that had been delayed from May 5 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. No incumbents were on the ballot. With 100% of precincts reporting, unofficial results showed that Doreen Pauley Ricard, Paul M. Weaver, Christie A. Monahan and Dane M. Hooser all had over 20% of the vote. Voters could choose 4 candidates.
Strasburg, Va. mayor defeated in 4-way race
By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com A new mayor will lead Strasburg, Virginia town council meetings soon. Brandy Hawkins Boies has unseated Strasburg Mayor Richard Orndorff, Jr. in a four-way race. In unofficial results, Boies had 44% of the votes. In second place was Donald Le Vine with 36%. Incumbent mayor Rich Orndorff, Jr. came in third with 10%. In fourth place was Ray Lough with 10%.
Strasburg water, sewer, trash fees to increase, curbside recycling pickup ending
A truck from American Disposal Services collects recyclable items on a Strasburg, Va. street Wednesday, May 13, 2020. By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com STRASBURG, VA (May 13, 2020) – Water and sewer service will cost a few dollars more in Strasburg next year and starting in July, curbside trash pickup pricing will also increase.
Front Royal employer supports proposed Business Assistance Plan
Fellow businessman George Karnes (right) proved a soft touch for Royal Cinemas Curb Side Concessions hot and fresh popcorn. Rick Novak (at left and about to get on a major sugar high) started the 5:30 - 8:30 pm Main Street service while he awaits the ability to reopen his movie theater and nearby bowling alley.
A sign for our times
Here’s a glaring reminder that time is running out for some of Front Royal’s small businesses. They need to reopen or face closing forever. Royal Cinemas posted this urgent message meant for Virginia Governor Ralph Northam on its sign over the weekend. Photo by Tim Ratigan.
Judge finds Virginia Governor's order closing indoor gun range unlawful
By Dan McDermott WFCReport.com APRIL 28, 2020 — A Circuit Court judge in Lynchburg ruled yesterday that Virginia Governor Ralph Northam exceeded his authority in ordering the Safeside Lynchburg indoor gun range to close. The temporary injunction prohibits Northam, the Virginia State Police and all other law enforcement agencies in the commonwealth from prohibiting access to Lynchburg Range and Training, LLC d/b/a Safeside Lynchburg.
Don’t leave gloves, mask in shopping cart - union
By Dan McDermott WFCreport.com WASHINGTON D.C., APRIL 26, 2020 — The country’s largest food and retail workers union today launched a media campaign asking shoppers to take precautions when shopping for groceries. The three major steps shoppers can take are: Always wear a mask or face covering when shopping. If you don’t have a mask, learn how to make one at cdc.gov/coronavirus. Respect social distancing at all times. Stay 6 feet apart from workers and other customers.
Is That You, Bobby Axelrod? Pop Culture Proxy Fights
Damian Lewis Plays Bobby Axelrod in Showtime’s Billions By Dan McDermott In the 1987 film “Wall Street”, Michael Douglas’ character Gordon Gekko gave the famous “Greed is Good” speech during a hostile takeover of his target, Teldar Paper. This scene is arguably still the most well-known portrayal of an activist shareholder. Recently, however, shareholder activism has returned in dramatic fashion to Billions on ViacomCBS Inc.’s Showtime and Succession on AT&T Inc.’s HBO.
An unlikely candidate on the road to Richmond
Tareq Salahi’s celebrity merges with candidacy in gripping reality campaign In terms of minority inclusion and outreach, the election of 2012 was a disaster for the Republican Party. Cemented by that infamous “47-percent video,” the GOP message wasn’t selling and minorities weren’t buying. Republicans even lost the once rock-solid Florida Cuban vote. In his book “Why Romney Lost,” former George W.
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