BREAKING NEWS UPDATE:
Monday October 20 7-8PM live debate between Congressman John Hall and his challenger Kierian Lalor on cable news RNN. It will be hosted by the NCN (managing editor Kathleen Fitzpatrick asking questions) and the Poughkepsie Journal. I urge you to tune in.
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THE VOLPE REPORT CABLE SHOW SCHEDULE OF UPCOMMING SHOWS:
Andy--here is the info
Domenic Volpe, your host for The Volpe Report is once again inviting all to view our next two shows. For the next 3 weeks Candidate for the 90th Assembly William Gouldman is the guest and answers many questions pertaining to issues affecting the area and his race. Airtimes and dates are as follows- Peekskill/Cortlandt area -Channel 15 -Thursdays October 16, 23 and 30 at 8:00pm. Yorktown/Putnam Valley area- Channel 74 Wednesdays October 15, 22 and 29 at 6:00pm.
The Volpe Report is pleased to announce the that the next guest for Domenic's upcoming show is none other than this blog's and political commentator for the North County News- Anthony Bazzo. Come watch and listen to some back and forth commentary on many topics and get an insight into Anthony's political thinking. Airtimes and dates are as follows: Peekskill/Cortlandt area- November 6, 13 and 20 Thursdays at 8:00pm. Yorktown/Putnam Valley area- November 5, 12 and 19 Wednesdays at 6:00pm.
Domenic Volpe
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A MESSAGE FROM YORKTOWN COUNCILMAN NICK BIANCO:
RE: SCHOOL REBATE CHECKS UPDATE:
PRESS RELEASE
October 9, 2008
STAR PROGRAM
Nicholas J. Bianco
Yorktown Councilman
It’s no wonder why the public has become so distrustful of government and its elected officials.
When I opened my September school tax bill, I noticed that instead of a 1.7 % increase. I saw a 4% tax increase.
I subsequently learned upon investigation that our Governor and state representatives approved in the 2008-2009 budget a 10% reduction in star savings.
In essences, the star rebate checks may not have the same benefit for Yorktown and Westchester residents this year, because some or all may be wiped out by a higher school tax bill.
My outrage is not that the change occurred but that no one was informed. This came as a surprise to me and I am sure all NYS residents. In fact, several towns in Westchester sent out the wrong tax bills to their residents without the reduction. That is how secretive this process was. In the six months since this change was legislated, it is only now that this is being known.
Last week Governor Patterson announced that he plans to call the legislature back into a special session after elections day to close a budget cap of 2 billion dollars. I am wondering what other surprises are we in store for.
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A MESSAGE FROM DENNIS TATE
RE: CABLE SHOW "CARS & US"
Hello Andy;
Here's some info on myself and CARS & US for you to put in your blog.
In 1993, some 15 years ago, Dennis Tate began editing and producing drag racing videos. While at the studio, and helping other public access users by directing their shows, it was suggested he do his own show. Based on the fact that his background of drag racing and automobiles and interest in being around the classic cars and race cars etc., he should produce a public access show of his own, based around that.
He began by going to the local car "cruises" and car shows and videotaping all the cars as well as interviewing the owners. Then it was back to the studio to begin the lengthy and time consuming process of editing all the raw footage and completing a 30 minute show. At the beginning the show now called 'CARS & US" began airing in the local areas of Yorktown, Somers, Cross River, Peekskill, Cortlandt and the surrounding areas where cablevision reached. As time progressed and the word of mouth spread the show became more popular. People began asking "why isn't the show aired in my area"? Little by little the franchised areas began to grow to what is now a show viewed by many thousands of people on a weekly basis. Cars & Us is undoubtedly the most well known and most popularly viewed car show on public access. It is now shown throughout the counties of Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess and on Long Island the counties of Nassau & Suffolk. It can also be seen from Greenwich, CT and along the entire coastline of Connecticut to the Rhode Island border. It can also be seen in the states of Arizona and Virginia as well.
Because public access is a non-commercial TV channel, there are no paid commercials allowed, so the expenses are picked up by Dennis himself. The purchase of DVD's, labels, etc., as well as all the postage for the DVD's to be mailed is part of the cost Dennis must absorb to keep the show ongoing.
It is a hobby for Dennis and also a "labor of love" and the reward is when car owners approach him and ask to be on the show as well as all the e-mails and phone calls from the surrounding states, that keeps him going.
Should anyone be interested in "sponsoring" the show please contact him at www.draginc@aol.com or call him at 914 - 245 - 629. His website, www.doverracing.com is something you should visit as well, as there is a history of drag racing and video clips that will be of interest for all the car buffs.
Check your local cable access channel for the night and time CARS & US is aired.
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A MESSAGE FROM CANDIDATE FOR CONGRESS KIERIAN LALOR:
New Kieran Michael Lalor for Congress TV Ad
Dear Friends:
Our first TV Spot has hit the airwaves:
http://kml2008.com/contribute.htm
Please watch it and forward it to your friends.
All the best,
Kieran Michael Lalor
http://kml2008.com/
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A MESSAGE FROM CANDIDATE FOR PRESIDENT SENATOR JOHN MCCAIN'S COMMITTEE:
TO: Interested Parties
FROM: Doug Holtz-Eakin, McCain-Palin Senior Policy Adviser
RE: McCain Health Care Plan Analysis
DATE: October 8, 2008
Today, Roger Feldman and his team at HSI Network, LLC released an independent assessment of John McCain's Health Reform Proposal similar to the one done on the Obama Health Reform Plan. Both studies are available to the public at www.hsinetwork.com. Please find highlights below:
· Greater Reduction In The Uninsured: The McCain Plan would provide health insurance coverage to 27.5 million uninsured Americans, more than half of the 47 million uninsured. McCain's plan covers TWO million more uninsured Americans than the Obama plan.
· Lower Health Insurance Costs For Americans: The analysis found that Americans in every major income bracket will have, on average, "a reduction in their health insurance costs resulting from the tax credit proposal." In contrast, a corresponding analysis found that Barack Obama's plan would force people to pay more for their health care by increasing mandates on existing insurance. While the McCain plan would lower costs, the Obama plan would increase make health care costs go up even more.
· Lower And Middle-Class Americans See The Greatest Benefit: In terms of income, the most dramatic increase in the percentage of Americans with health insurance would be for those with income below the 50th percentile of wage income. More than 25 million additional workers in this income range, more than a three-fold increase, would now receive health care under the McCain plan.
· Dramatic Increase In Coverage For Vulnerable Americans: According to the report, the combination of the new tax credit for health care and the Guaranteed Access Plan (GAP) would help vulnerable populations (defined as those below the 25th percentile of wage income and having a chronic illness) see a five-fold increase in health insurance coverage.
· Preserving And Improving Private Health Insurance: The analysis found that John McCain's plan will "preserve the private health insurance system." McCain's plan will also change the current incentives in the health care system that "lock people into jobs that provide health insurance" and "provide the greatest rewards for wealthy taxpayers." Millions of American families with employer sponsored coverage in all tax brackets with the same coverage as a "Members of Congress" will now come out ahead with additional funds going into a portable health savings account. Importantly, younger and healthier employees with the McCain health care tax credit will have a bigger incentive to stay with the employers. For example, a 25-year-old employee in the 25 percent tax bracket with a $2,500 tax credit could either purchase a policy in the individual market for the same amount or stay with his employer plan and receive a $5,000 policy with an additional $1,250 to invest in a portable health savings account. Why would people choose worse insurance and less money? In contrast, Barack Obama's plan will shift tens of millions of Americans into a new government-run national public plan, increases taxes on businesses and drive down wages for workers, and exacerbate the current flaws in the system rather than improve them.
The HIGHLIGHTS about the Obama Health Care Plan:
· Barack Obama's Plan Covers Less Americans Than McCain Plan: Despite the enormous price tag and burdensome mandates, the Obama plan will cover 2 million less uninsured Americans than the McCain plan which allows American families – not government bureaucrats or insurance companies – to choose coverage that best meets their unique needs.
· Barack Obama's Plan Continues The Push Toward Government-Run Healthcare: The Obama plan will create a brand new government-run health plan at the cost of $243 billion a year – a financial burden of more than $3,000 a year on American families.
· Barack Obama's Plan Will Increase Premiums For Millions of Americans: The Obama plan will move more than 82 million Americans into plans that would cost more than they currently have as "[h]igh option PPOs as well as the national public plan would become dominant health plan offerings." So premiums will increase.
· Barack Obama's Plan Will Harm Employer Coverage: The Obama plan includes a $179 billion a year employer mandate. The mandate requires employers to either provide "meaningful" coverage or pay a tax towards the government plan.[1] Faced with tough economic conditions and rising health costs this creates a clear incentive for employers to drop coverage and move families into the new government plan. A Lewin Group study which examined a similar employer mandate combined with a national plan, like the Obama plan, concluded that almost 52 million individuals would lose their private employer coverage.[2] To maintain their competitive edge, others employers will20follow - spelling the demise of the employer coverage system.
· Barack Obama's Plan Will Damage Private Coverage: The government-run plan will have a clear advantage over private insurance since it will be subsidized by American taxpayers. A recent analysis of both plans by the nonpartisan CATO Institute concluded that the Obama government-run plan will be able to "keep its premiums artificially low…since it can turn to the U.S. Treasury to cover any shortfalls" resulting in "undercutting the private market."[3] According to Wall Street Journal, the goal of the Obama plan "…like HillaryCare in the 1990s, is to displace current private coverage and switch people to the default government option."[4]
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A MESSAGE FROM JOHN TESTA:
RE: LATEST CABLE T.V. SHOW:
YOU CAN STREAM ON YOUR COMPUTER AT: http://www.ontopicwithjt.com/
Latest Show: Kieran Michael Lalor, Candidate for Congress
Kieran Lalor is a lifelong resident of the Hudson Valley and presently lives in Peekskill. He is a Marine Veteran who seved in Iraq and is running for US Congress in the 19 District. Learn about the man, his ideas, and his passion for the area he hopes to represent.
A reminder that my show times for Yorktown is Tuesday's at 9:30 on channel 74. Don't forget to indicate that the show can be watched at any time via the website.
Below is link to a video I think you will find interesting:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1RZVw3no2A4
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A MESSAGE FROM CANDIDATE FOR STATE ASSEMBLY WILLIAM GOULDMAN:
In the News:
Hello Friends,
Gouldman for Assembly continues to make news! In the latest round of print and online attention, the Journal News has reported on Sheldon Silver's amended travel arrangements back and forth from Albany. You'll recall that our campaign was the first in the state to point out the Assembly speaker's taxpayer-funded layover in Washington, D.C., every time he returned to New York by plane. His airline ticket cost our state hundreds of dollars more than an Amtrak ticket for the same trip, and wasted hours more in unnecessary connecting flights! We called him out on this gaffe at last week's press conference, and now he's changing his tune:
http://lohud.com/article/20081010/NEWS05/810100413/-1/SPORTS
Our recent "editorial spotlight" at the Journal News' Westchester headquarters went great! You can watch me take on Assemblywoman Sandy Galef as we answer questions posed by the editorial board staff and the newspaper's reporters. Simply click on the link below, go to the "on demand" button on the player, and scroll to the bottom video, "90th District interview, Oct. 8, 2008":
http://www.lohud.com/apps/pbcs.dll/section?Category=MOGULUS03
Plus, you can read their related news article about the debate here:
http://www.lohud.com/article/20081010/NEWS01/810100390/1205/NEWS0408
Finally, take a look at our front-page story in the "Your World" section today; my campaign has been spotlighted for its new-media approach to this race. We utilize television, print, and Internet platforms to get our message to you; Sandy Galef relies on her state-subsidized franking privileges:
http://www.lohud.com/article/20081010/NEWS05/810100420/1026/NEWS10
Don't forget to visit www.gouldmanassembly.com for the latest campaign updates, ways to contribute, and volunteer information. Thanks for your support!
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Gouldman Debuts New Web Advertisement in 90th District Race
Assembly Candidate’s “Values” Ad Highlights Galef’s True Priorities
Putnam Valley, NY – Bill Gouldman, the Republican candidate from the 90th Assembly District, released a new Web commercial today, “Values,” which contrasts the record of his opponent, incumbent Sandy Galef, to his own tough, independent stance on the issues facing New York’s families today.
Said Gouldman: “Sandy Galef represents a party of one: Sheldon Silver. The people of the 90th Assembly District can no longer afford this kind of ineffective leadership. They deserve someone who stands for our values. I am willing to be that independent voice in Albany.”
The video may currently be viewed at YouTube by visiting:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8chc3tOeeE
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A MESSAGE FROM ASSEMBLYWOMAN SANDRA GALEF:
From: Campaign Sandy Galef
TO: District Press 10/12/08
Assemblywoman Sandy Galef announced that her re-election bid is endorsed by Responsible New York, the Sierra Club of the Lower Hudson Region, and New York League of Conservation Voters.
In a letter from Responsible New York's founder, Tom Golisano stated that the organization was pledged "to support legislators and candidates who are best suited to enacting a broad range of goals and reforms." Galef noted that the endorsement was accompanied by a contribution to her campaign and was based on her legislative programs for sweeping reforms of the legislative process.
The League of Conservation Voters and the Sierra Club announced their support of Galef's candidacy for re-election to the New York State Assembly in part as a result of the annual scorecards from the Environmental Advocates of New York where Galef scored 100% or higher in the past two years.
In a letter to Galef the organization stated, "The New York League of Conservation Voters strongly urges voters in Westchester and Putnam counties to cast their votes for a cleaner, greener future by re-electing Sandy Galef".
"I am honored to have the endorsement of these three outstanding groups that care about how the legislature functions, the cost of doing business in our state, and keeping New York's environment clean for ourselves and our children", concluded Galef.
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A MESSAGE FROM ASSEMBLYMAN GREG BALL:
A Private Celebration Hosted by:
Greg Ball
State Assemblyman
An evening of Fine Food and Great Company with special presentations honoring
Republican Leaders & Elected Officials
Thursday, October 16th, 2008
7:00 - 10:00 pm
Primavera Restaurant
592 Route 22, Croton Falls, NY 10519
Payable to: “New Yorkers on the Ball”
PO Box 607 Pawling, NY 12564
$250 Per Person
$1000 Victory Sponsor
www.Ball4NY.com
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Hello!
This re-election is crucial. I write this brief note asking that you consider making a donation today to help me achieve my fundraising goal.
Your contribution of $25, $50, $100 or more will help me continue to run a strong campaign!!
You can donate online at www.SupportGreg.com
Please take a moment to make a donation online or mail in a donation today. For more information on how to make a donation or attend any of our events call (845) 582-0112 for more information!
Rest assured that as long as I remain in public life you will have a friend and advocate for your goals, issues and concerns. If I can ever help you, or be of assistance, please do not hesitate to call me on my cellular phone (917) 681-9302.
Thank you!
Greg Ball
Member of Assembly
PS - Every donation counts, please make a donation today, no matter how big or small!
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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT THE NEW YORKER, WASHINGTON STREET, PEEKSKILL:
Dear Friends,
The Jazz Jam has returned to Peekskill!
I am happy to again be hosting this musical format in my community.
This Wednesday night Oct. 15th come here Neil Alexander on keyboard,
John Ray on bass, and Bob Meyer on drums and cymbals. We will play the
1st set followed by an open jam. The cost is just $5, with no minimums
involved.
Please make your presence known and support the music we all love.
Without your support, there is no jam.
The New Yorker Restaurant
824 Washington Ave.
Peekskill, NY 10566
914-788-6680
Directions From the South:Route 9 North to the 1st exit in Peekskill,
Welcher Ave. Take Welcher Ave. right up the hill to Washington Street
and make a left. The New Yorker is just a few blocks on the left. Its
across from Nardone's Furniture where there is plenty of parking in
the lot in front.
Below is the Google Maps link to help you find The New Yorker
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=824+washington+street,peekskill,ny+10566&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=52.107327,79.101563&ie=UTF8&z=16&iwloc=addr
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UPCOMMING BOOK SIGNING:
Hello all,
Here is the "short list" of upcoming book signings for Mephisto on Wing. To learn more about the book and author, visit:
www.pannard.com. Mephisto on Wing can be purchased through this site and will soon be available on Barnes&Noble.com
Saturday, October 25, 2008 — 1:00 — 4:00PM
Barnes & Noble, Poughkeepsie, NY
Book Signing by Antoinette Pannard
Pat Malanaphy
Amy's sister
Anne M. Vogel
Vogel Marketing + Design, LLC
P. O. Box 588
Newtown, CT 06470
P: 203. 364. 0828
F: 203. 426. 1682
www.vogelmarketing.com
Courier deliveries to:
91 Alberts Hill Road
Sandy Hook, CT 06482
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THIS WEEKS "IN MY OPINION COLUMN" IN THE NCN:
Dear Readers:
This week I discuss the "Bail Out Bill". You can read my column on this topic exclusively on line(see link below)or in this weeks NORTH COUNTY NEWS on sale now. I am worth the seventy-five cents. Look for my column IN MY OPINION(page 10) in the editorial section. Better yet as this column is exclusive to the North County News on a regular basis and will be covering the local political scene, take out a subscription. Click on the North County News link below and go to Subscribe. Between this blog and The North County News you will have all the information to make a vote based on substance.
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FYI:ATOM TAXI INC. AIRPORT SERVICE:
Dear Readers:
This gives me a chance to plug my business ATOM TAXI INC. As you are planning your holiday or business or vacation travel? Instead of the headache of trying to find Airport parking, we do Airport Service to The Westchester County Airport(and ALL other airports) 24/7. Just call 1(914)879-6121 and my partner Tommy, will be glad to take you in our Airport Taxi. You will also be provided with a free copy of your local paper of record The North County News. If this is a business trip we also provide a professional receipt, just tell Tommy at the time of booking. The cost of a one-way trip to LaGuardia Airport the cost is Ninety dollars plus tolls. The cost to JFK and Newark Airports is one hundred-twenty-five dollars plus tolls. The tolls are $10.00 Westchester County Airport and Stewart cost $75.00. We do not take credit cards, sorry.
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E-MAIL ME WITH YOUR COMMENTS:
Dear Readers:
It has come to my attention the difficulty in posting a comment on this blog. If you wish to comment, e-mail me at the link posted below, putting "Manifesto Reader" in the subject matter, and I will "cut and Paste" your comments myself. If you DO NOT wish your comments posted, but just wish to communicate with me, please make your wishes known in the e-mail.
LINKS: atom_taxi@yahoo.com(as this a yahoo address make sure you put an underscore (-) between atom and taxi)
For immediate reply: atomtaxi@aol.com
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SITES TO LINK TO:
JOHN G. TESTA: www.johngtesta.com
ON TOPIC W/ JOHN TESTA: www.ontopicwithjt.com
CARS & US: www.doverracing.com
THE WINERY AT ST. GEORGE: http://www.TheWineryAtStGeorge.com
PLAN PUTNAM: planputnam@googlegroups.com/
PEEKSKILL GUARDIAN: "http://peekskillguardian.blogspot.com/
NORTH COUNTY NEWS:"http://northcountynews.com/
THE JOURNAL NEWS:http://thejournalnews.com/
PEEKSKILL DEMOCRATS:http://www.peekskilldems.com/"
PEEKSKILLREPUBLICANS:http://peekskillgop.com/
YORKTOWN SUPERVISOR DON PETERS: http://www.donpetersforyorktown.com/
PUTNAM VALLEY SUPERVISOR BOB TENDY:http://www.bobtendyforsupervisor.com/
THE PEEKSILL NEWS:http://thepeekskillnews.blogspot.com/
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CABLE SHOWS TO WATCH
ON POINT ON PEEKSKILL: Every Tuesday at 8PM channel 15 (Peekskill only)
Hosted by:DARREN RIGGER
DON PETERS AND YORKTOWN: Various day and times on chanel 20(Ykt.only)
Hosted by: SUPERVISOR DON PETERS
YORKTOWN WATCHDOG: Every Friday at 9:30 PM on channel 74
Hosted By: ED CHIFFON
LEGISLATORS REPORT: Saturday and Sunday at various times on chanel 20
Hosted By: COUNCILMEN NICK BIANCO AND LOU CAMPISI
THE VOLPE REPORT: Thursadys at 8PM chanel 15 (Peek. and Cort.) chanel 74 at 6pm (York.& Put. Valley)
Hosted By: Dominec Volpe
THE ISSUES: Thursdays at 9:PM chanel 74 Peekskill Mondays at 8PM chanel 15
Hosted by; Sam Davis
ON TOPIC WITH JOHN TESTA: Thursdays at 9:30PM chanel 15 (Peekskill & Cortlant)
Tuesdays in Yorktown & Putnam Valley 9:30 chanel 74
Hosted by: John Testa
CARS & US: Fridays 10 PM chanel 15(Peek. & Cortlant) 74(York. & Put. Valley)
Hosted By: Dennis Tate
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EDITOR'S NOTE:
All articles re-printed in this blog from the North County News are with the permission of Bruce Apar Publisher and Editor-in-Chief
10/13/08
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