Plenty of troubles due to the weather Saturday night into Sunday.
As I got home from the football games on Saturday night, the rain started. The freezing rain awakened me about 3 or 4 times before 5AM. I had already postponed my bowling tournament in Mifflinburg for that day. It was no surprise to see all the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton TV stations had been off the air.
If you drive north on I-81, you can see all the TV and a few radio towers. Once you pass the Nuangola exit (exit 159), you'll see the towers on a ridgetop. The scary thing is that all of those towers are so close to each other. There's a possibility (if the conditions are right) that if one falls, they all fall. Well, WNEP's fell and the top half of WVIA's fell. In the process, the power line to WYOU's was cut. Because of power outages, we had nothing from WBRE, Fox56, CW38, or the others for the better part of Sunday.
A good heads up move by Comcast in Pottsville to pick up KYW in Philly in time for the second half of the Steelers game on Sunday. A bad move to switch from KYW to WTAJ in Altoona this morning... not sure why, perhaps it's because WYOU and WTAJ are owned by the same company. I e-mailed Comcast (again) asking to because a second CBS station part of the basic package, for instances like this when we lose our only CBS station.
Then again, this is Comcast we're talking about here. I got an automated response stating they'll get back to me today, since my issue isn't time sensitive.
Buckle up,
TS
Monday, December 17, 2007
Thursday, December 13, 2007
High School Football
Predictions for Friday...
Fri 1PM Class A: Steelton-Highspire 47, Serra Catholic 36. This will be a scorefest, and a ground-gainer's delight. Steel-High's #5 Jeremiah Young could easily hit 200 yards on the ground. #6 Jordan Smith will also have a few more surprises up his sleeve.
Fri 7PM Class AAA: Thomas Jefferson 28, Garnet Valley 6. All TJ, all the time. I love TJ's #21's name... Trevor Wildman. Also watch #52 Lucas Nix. GV's got a good QB, #8 Eric Van Wyk.
Sat 12noon Class AA: Jeannette 44, Dunmore 22. Jeannette should have won this game last year, but lost late to Wilson. Jeannette's #11 Terrelle Pryor is the most sought-after athlete in PA. #6 Jordan Hall will be a huge help on offense. Dunmore's #10 Miller Holmes is a good QB, but Dunmore is overmatched here.
Sat 5PM Class AAAA: Parkland 38, Pittsburgh Central Catholic 35, overtime. The 4A game is traditionally run-oriented. Parkland's #7 John Laub passes more, probably because #14 Jaleel Clark is such a great athlete.
Buckle up,
TS
Fri 1PM Class A: Steelton-Highspire 47, Serra Catholic 36. This will be a scorefest, and a ground-gainer's delight. Steel-High's #5 Jeremiah Young could easily hit 200 yards on the ground. #6 Jordan Smith will also have a few more surprises up his sleeve.
Fri 7PM Class AAA: Thomas Jefferson 28, Garnet Valley 6. All TJ, all the time. I love TJ's #21's name... Trevor Wildman. Also watch #52 Lucas Nix. GV's got a good QB, #8 Eric Van Wyk.
Sat 12noon Class AA: Jeannette 44, Dunmore 22. Jeannette should have won this game last year, but lost late to Wilson. Jeannette's #11 Terrelle Pryor is the most sought-after athlete in PA. #6 Jordan Hall will be a huge help on offense. Dunmore's #10 Miller Holmes is a good QB, but Dunmore is overmatched here.
Sat 5PM Class AAAA: Parkland 38, Pittsburgh Central Catholic 35, overtime. The 4A game is traditionally run-oriented. Parkland's #7 John Laub passes more, probably because #14 Jaleel Clark is such a great athlete.
Buckle up,
TS
Traffic cameras...
Here's the link to the PennDOT traffic cameras along 78 & 81...
http://www.dot.state.pa.us/penndot/districts/district5.nsf/District%205%20Traffic%20Cams?OpenPage
http://www.dot.state.pa.us/penndot/districts/district5.nsf/District%205%20Traffic%20Cams?OpenPage
Thursday, December 6, 2007
Christmas Shopping
...I've gotten some of it done. No idea what to get my folks.
I did run across something that would be a neat gift for the shorelover you know... beach tags. I knew that would warm you up on a day like today. Ocean City NJ is selling discounted 2008 beach tags on its website www.ocnj.us. Cape May also has '08 beach tags on sale, but didn't see anywhere you could get them online.
Buckle up,
TS
I did run across something that would be a neat gift for the shorelover you know... beach tags. I knew that would warm you up on a day like today. Ocean City NJ is selling discounted 2008 beach tags on its website www.ocnj.us. Cape May also has '08 beach tags on sale, but didn't see anywhere you could get them online.
Buckle up,
TS
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Bad luck...
What a string of bad luck some of my co-workers have experienced...
First, I credit Les Blankenhorn and John Powers for getting on the air at all last night. They were broadcasting the Pottsville/North Schuylkill basketball game. The one main mixer that we plugged into would not cooperate with the phone line we plugged into. Luckily, we had a backup system that we could plug a cellphone into. Unluckily, that unit overheated. Using two separate phones, we conferenced Les and John together, and the broadcast went on.
Second, one of my co-worker's significant other decided to do some redecorating around the house... and broke a window. Unfortunately, they're having a hard time replacing the window... and may be shelling out a few sheckles to get it/them fixed.
Third, both Al Kovy and D-Mike were out sick today, and it's snowing this morning in Pottsville. Hopefully, Dave Fleming won't have trouble getting up here... I'm guessing he's the reason why there was a KYW-TV newstruck up here in Pottsville this morning.
Travel safely wherever you are today. Talk with you at 6:00. Buckle up,
TS
First, I credit Les Blankenhorn and John Powers for getting on the air at all last night. They were broadcasting the Pottsville/North Schuylkill basketball game. The one main mixer that we plugged into would not cooperate with the phone line we plugged into. Luckily, we had a backup system that we could plug a cellphone into. Unluckily, that unit overheated. Using two separate phones, we conferenced Les and John together, and the broadcast went on.
Second, one of my co-worker's significant other decided to do some redecorating around the house... and broke a window. Unfortunately, they're having a hard time replacing the window... and may be shelling out a few sheckles to get it/them fixed.
Third, both Al Kovy and D-Mike were out sick today, and it's snowing this morning in Pottsville. Hopefully, Dave Fleming won't have trouble getting up here... I'm guessing he's the reason why there was a KYW-TV newstruck up here in Pottsville this morning.
Travel safely wherever you are today. Talk with you at 6:00. Buckle up,
TS
Tuesday, December 4, 2007
correction...
Correction!
I read the article incorrectly... State Police at Schuylkill Haven will be handling Norwegian Township calls, starting January 1st... not Frackville. Apologies for my goof.
Buckle Up,
TS
I read the article incorrectly... State Police at Schuylkill Haven will be handling Norwegian Township calls, starting January 1st... not Frackville. Apologies for my goof.
Buckle Up,
TS
Norwegian Township
I gladly call Norwegian Township home. I've lived there since moving here in 1999. I understand why my fellow Township residents are angry at the loss of our one police officer. Yes, we'll have to rely on State Police in Frackville if we have any problems. I haven't heard all sides of the story, so I won't totally comment on it. Wouldn't it have been more efficient to have troopers down at Reedsville/Schuylkill Haven help out... I only ask because of how different weather can get between Frackville and Norwegian Township in the winter.
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While we're talking Norwegian Township... any chance we can get a new cable TV provider? I envy those of who have Service Electric. I'm sick of Comcast.
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So when does the housecleaning begin in Baltimore Ravens offices? I like Brian Billick, but it's time for him to go. His quarterbacks have never been consistently close to the top of the QB class. Yes, their defense is exceptional, but have just as many uncontrollable egos. I have a feeling that by 2010, we won't recognize many of the Ravens.
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Be careful at your Christmas parties this year. I've seen firsthand what a little extra libation can create. Designate a driver.
Buckle up,
TS
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While we're talking Norwegian Township... any chance we can get a new cable TV provider? I envy those of who have Service Electric. I'm sick of Comcast.
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So when does the housecleaning begin in Baltimore Ravens offices? I like Brian Billick, but it's time for him to go. His quarterbacks have never been consistently close to the top of the QB class. Yes, their defense is exceptional, but have just as many uncontrollable egos. I have a feeling that by 2010, we won't recognize many of the Ravens.
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Be careful at your Christmas parties this year. I've seen firsthand what a little extra libation can create. Designate a driver.
Buckle up,
TS
Monday, December 3, 2007
Bring home the bacon...
I've heard that aspirin is good for people with heart conditions, and good if you sense you're experiencing heart problems... in fact, it may have saved the life of my friend, Dr. Mussari.
Then I find in the watercooler section of wusa9.com a story on bacon. The nitrates in bacon can help re-open blocked arteries. Interesting... especially since I just had tuna fish with bacon for lunch. My favorite way to prepare bacon is to cook it on the George Foreman grill, and let it bake til it's crunchy. then squeeze the grease out of whatever's left. Turkey bacon tastes good, too.
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I may just change my name to Lofa Tatupu. My Seahawks beat the Eagles yesterday, and Tatupu has 3 of the 4 interceptions.
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I'm heartsick for Redskins Head Coach Joe Gibbs. After the roughest week he's ever been through due to Sean Taylor's murder, Gibbs got bit by an obscure rule. Buffalo was down by two, when they were getting ready to kick a 51-yard field goal. He took a time out to ice the kicker. He then took a second time out... which is against the rules. The Redskins were given a 15-yard penalty. The kick was now 36 yards, which Buffalo converted. The 17-16 loss had to be the worst of his illustrious career. He immediately took the blame for the loss... then had to pack up and head to Florida for Taylor's funeral today.
I hope this doesn't cost Gibbs his job. His critics say the game has passed him by, and his offense is too conservative. However, his players love playing for him. I've been a Redskins fan longer than I've been a Seahawks fan... and one big reason was Joe Gibbs. I hope Redskins owner Dan Snyder doesn't do anything too drastic too soon.
Then I find in the watercooler section of wusa9.com a story on bacon. The nitrates in bacon can help re-open blocked arteries. Interesting... especially since I just had tuna fish with bacon for lunch. My favorite way to prepare bacon is to cook it on the George Foreman grill, and let it bake til it's crunchy. then squeeze the grease out of whatever's left. Turkey bacon tastes good, too.
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I may just change my name to Lofa Tatupu. My Seahawks beat the Eagles yesterday, and Tatupu has 3 of the 4 interceptions.
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I'm heartsick for Redskins Head Coach Joe Gibbs. After the roughest week he's ever been through due to Sean Taylor's murder, Gibbs got bit by an obscure rule. Buffalo was down by two, when they were getting ready to kick a 51-yard field goal. He took a time out to ice the kicker. He then took a second time out... which is against the rules. The Redskins were given a 15-yard penalty. The kick was now 36 yards, which Buffalo converted. The 17-16 loss had to be the worst of his illustrious career. He immediately took the blame for the loss... then had to pack up and head to Florida for Taylor's funeral today.
I hope this doesn't cost Gibbs his job. His critics say the game has passed him by, and his offense is too conservative. However, his players love playing for him. I've been a Redskins fan longer than I've been a Seahawks fan... and one big reason was Joe Gibbs. I hope Redskins owner Dan Snyder doesn't do anything too drastic too soon.
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