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New Research Report from Energy Business Reports Discusses Biomass

The energy potential of biomass is the subject of the latest report from Energy Business Reports. Biomass is a renewable energy resource derived from various human and natural activities, including by-products from the timber industry, agricultural crops, raw material from the forest, major parts of household waste and wood.

(PRWEB) April 10, 2008 -- Like wind, solar and other forms of renewable energy, biomass produces fewer emissions than its fossil fuel counterparts. After fossil fuels, biomass is the most widely used fuel in the world, according to a new research report from Energy Business Reports.

Scientists are exploring the advantages of biomass energy as an alternative energy source as it is renewable and free from net CO2 (carbon dioxide) emissions, and is abundantly available on earth in the form of agricultural residue, city garbage, cattle dung, firewood, etc. more

Seesaw Market

Due to overbought levels again in the short term, some correction moves downward, especially in the GPB/USD pair ,are in the cards. Watch for the 14.30 CET U.S. release of durable goods orders for April. A wide range of expectations (from minus to plus) surrounds this data, reflecting the ongoing question of whether the U.S. economy will be more resilient in the aftermath of the credit crunch than expected. Intraday Market Outlook for Day Traders EUR / USD After testing an important resistance at 1.5750, an unsuccessful attack, the EUR / USD is currently trading at 1.5695. We expect trading to remain within a narrower band between support at 1.5680 and resistance at 1.5750. GBP / USD Although we see some more downward moves for the GBP / USD today, currently trading at 1.9787, suuport at 1.9750 is too near now already to enter a profitable trade. more

Governor Honors Local Women in Business

To help female entrepreneurs move further up the road to success, the Rendell administration recently launched the Pennsylvania Business Opportunity Fund. The $2 million pilot program, launched earlier this spring, offers financial and technical assistance to women and minority-owned businesses in 13 counties in southeastern and south central Pennsylvania. Based on its success, the program may expand to other parts of the state. A list of the local 2008 award winners follows: Blair County: Bonnie Lee Hand, president, Blair Insurance Services Inc., Altoona Amy B. Seltzer, owner, Seltzer Financial Strategies LLC, Altoona Centre County: Jessica Dolan, owner, Room to Breathe Home and Office Organizing, Bellefonte (Copyright 2007 Newsroom Solutions, LLC) . more

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Details of the plans - The Post and Courier

Republican state Rep. Nikki Haley and Democratic state Sen. Vincent Sheheen have many ideas for improving the state's economy and creating more jobs. Below are highlights from their plans: --Enact ...

County commission: Council on Aging needs to be more ‘business-like’ - Winfield Daily Courier

Encouraging representatives from the Cowley County Council on Aging to practice frugality whenever possible, the county commission entertained a budget request from the agency Tuesday night. “I know the ...

File Abbott's plan with wooden rails and candles - Sydney Morning Herald

The Coalition's national broadband alternative is not a network but a patchwork: a mix of technologies, a mix of companies, slower speeds with limited capacity for future advancements. It is a bargain-basement product ...

Dunbar prepares for annual Community Fest - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review

Brochures have been printed. Mugs are ready for sale and more plans are being made for the annual Dunbar Community Fest scheduled for September. This year's theme for the Sept. 25 festival is "Old Home Week." A black-and ...

Peckinpaugh wins nod in 2nd District - TheDay

Essex - Former television journalist Janet Peckinpaugh will be the Republican candidate for the 2nd Congressional District following her defeat of both endorsed candidate Daria Novak and Doug Dubitsky. Peckinpaugh, who ...

Aegon Q2 makes profit amid fewer one-time charges - Waterloo Cedar-Falls Courier

Aegon NV, the Dutch insurer, said Thursday it made a profit in the second quarter as its gains on investments improved and it suffered fewer losses and impairment charges than in any quarter in the past two years. Net ...

Yavapai County to break ground on new Health Services Center - Daily Courier

County officials plan to break ground Monday on a new Yavapai County Community Health Services Center in Cottonwood. The supervisors in July awarded a $1.4 million contract to S.D. Crane Builders of Mesa for the 7,280 ...

Wealth, opportunity: Northwest Kentucky Forward on right track for region - Evansville Courier-Press

Heading into our fifth anniversary, we at Northwest Kentucky Forward believed it would be beneficial to reflect on where we are as an organization and to set goals for where we want to be in the future. With ...

Township project gathers steam - Main Line Media News

UPPER MERION — The pieces required for the King of Prussia Business Improvement District are falling into place. The district encompasses South Henderson Road, First Avenue, South Gulph Road, the mall and ...

Development in Conroe at a crossroads - Cleveland Advocate

A proposed commercial development on Conroe’s north side may be at a crossroads when the City Council conducts its regular meeting tonight. At issue is the city’s funding of the construction of Plantation ...

Voting Question: Starting an Online Business !?

Hi All, I seriously and urgently need help with this. I do not know who to approach for answers to my queries regarding this. I am planning to start an online business where I will be advertising my products online and conducting an online sale. The product will then be send via courier to the buyer. The products are electronics and computer related (like SD Memory Cards, Flash Drives etc). I am worried about the following : 1) Do I have to register my business. I already have a name but its not registered as a business anywhere. If yes, How do I go about doing this. 2) What kind of taxes will I have to pay and how do I have to register for these taxes. 3) I will be receiving my products from abroad via courier. Do i have to pay for any other import duties etc 4) Do I need a current account for such a business. Its small scale and I do not have an office. I will be working from home. Awaiting a response.. Thanks in Advance. Mithun Sloaka Enterprises www.sloaka.comI do not think my question is clear. @Soulman247 I already have a business plan. What I need to know is about the Company registration and taxation laws. I will be selling branded products online (like Ebay). In this scenario, do I have to pay any taxes, Do i need to register the company under which I sell these branded products. Thanks ! more

Resolved Question: Would you benefit from and Errand/Personal assistant Service?

I used to be in the profession of an HR Administrator i have since had a baby and have decided to work for myself. I wanted to find out from you if, setting up a Errand/Personal Assitant service will work and if there is a need for it. sevice include: Errands Post Office Runs Appointment Scheduling Courier: Dry Cleaning: Elder CheckIns Meals Prescriptions New Parent tasks Small business Assistants Gifts What do you guys think? i plan to charge by the hour starting from 14pounds per hr. iplan to cater for the elderly, those self employed, New parents, I know what it was like when i worked full time i had no time to do anything more

Resolved Question: Would you benefit from an Errand/Personal Assistant service?

Resolved Question: I have planned to buy a D90 Digital SLR camera from this guy (henleyfreundt@yahoo.com),I am not sure whether h?

I have planned to buy a D90 Digital SLR camera from this guy (henleyfreundt@yahoo.com),I am not sure whether he is a genuine guy...see the respose from this guy when i ordered him for 3 D90 SLRs 3 Units will cost you just $1,350 USD including shipping cost to your Location. I am Located in United Kingdom and the shipment of the package will be made from here. This is the genuine and authentic Nikon D90 made from the manufacturing company. Note:We provide a 60 days replacement warranty and money back on all products with the exception of some refurbished products which will be clearly marked otherwise (as is or no refund). Payment will be made through western union money transfer and your order will be delivered after your payment is been confirmed. Shipment will be made through FedEx Courier service within 24-48 hours and your order will be shipped out once payment is confirmed and you will be given a tracking number for you to track and trace your order online before it arrive your doorstep To place order,all you need do is to get back to me as soon as possible with your full name,your full shipping address,and your personal contact phone so that we can proceed. Await your response. Henley. F +44 70457 21874 Please advice if anybody had business deals with this guy !! thanks ! more

Resolved Question: I have been denied for a Canadian study permit...Shall I re-apply again to see what happens next?

A month ago, I applied for the study permit and just yesterday I received the documents from the courier service. A Letter of Refusal, the original copy of the Letter of Acceptance from the school and the Original Receipt of the processing fee. Reasons for the refusal are as follows: 1. I have insufficient ties with my country of residence. 2. I have not answered truthfully questions 12 and 13. 3. I have not answered that I will leave the country once completing my studies -> I remember noting that I will leave the country once completing on my study plan attached. My answers to the questions are 1. The fact to this matter is that I am a Bruneian-born-Korean. However, I had to return back to Korea for the military service and university..which I have fully completed my military service in Rep. of Korea Army. In addition, I do have a valid Korean passport, driver's licence and an ID card. These all-in-one-answer-pack proofs me that I am still a citizen of Korea. Why does the embassy needs to know if I have lived overseas and requires informations in regard to. What's their business to do with this very question? 2. Have I applied for any visas before? Yes, I applied once for a study permit to study in Toronto from the period of April 2003 to Dec 2004. However, this was way way back...and therefore I said No. 3. During the past 5 years, have I or family members lived in any other countries other than the country of residence for more than six months? Yes and No. Yes, as stated above since I am a Bruneian-born-Korean, living there for 18 yrs until high school. Besides this was way beyond ten years and not 5 years back story.. didn't know and still unsure to tick Yes or No to this question. Thus, I ticked No on my very first application. The only country I lived in the past five years more than six months was Canada. 2 years studying in Toronto. Apr 2003 ~ Dec 2004 I have also been on a business trip to Qatar, Doha (Middle East) for work...but this was only for 3 1/2 months.. Shall I say Yes to this question and write everything down? My course starts tomorrow (26th) which is a year long...and providing the fact that I have been refused a visa for the first time and re-applying for the new one will unlikely get me anywhere since I have been denied for the visa..I think they (the embassy) still do have the past record. I am not sure if re-applying for the new visa on a later date than the course start date may or may not effects me in any way(s) in issuing the new visa. Will there be any chances of me getting a new visa OR will it be like I may re-apply...but the chances are far below...as I am being denied and not answering the questions truthfully. Bottomline is I wasn't lying and NEVER lied on the application. It's just that I wasn't sure whether to write everything down even if this was way beyond in the years.. In some cases as to my knowledge I thought it would be much better to say NO if unsure. I did have asked my Canadian teacher to see if she can help me in anyway and she told me to try to re-apply assuming that I may get a new one regardless of the past. However, this is to an extent and not on the whole. What shall I do? Shall I re-apply? To re-apply means I have to re-take the medical exam which will costs me a lump sum plus the visa processing fee..meaning I may have to double the payment. My friends are all waiting and they want me to get together with them to study. more

Resolved Question: Can someone here please critique my resume... be honest, not mean?

okay........ I'm not getting any responses from my resume....... what do I need to change or reword..... it is only 2 pages when printed.... OBJECTIVE: Seek a challenging Administrative Support / Office position where I can implement my current skills and knowledge while contributing to the success of the company. QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledgeable in several different areas of an office setting and general administrative duties including: * Excellent customer service skills. * Efficient and reliable communication with staff, supervisors and clients. * Ability to work with minimal supervision or in a team environment. * Processing of client information, including insurance and billing inquires. * Scheduling of appointments. * Filing and maintaining office and client records. * Ordering supplies for office and clients. * Resolving inter office disputes. * Answer client calls and dispatched couriers according to priority of call and courier location. * Performed follow-up on dispatches with clients. * Excellent time management and organizational skills and the ability to multi-task. * In-depth ability to think and act quickly, calmly in a stressful or emergency situation. * Demonstrates particular attention to detail, procedures and confidentiality. * Ability to train new employees in office procedures. * Immense ability to learn job-related material. * General understanding of computer technology. * General office knowledge including but not limited to: keyboarding, 10-key, data entry, filing, customer relations, multi-line phone skills, faxing, copying, ordering supplies and the ability to operate and troubleshoot most types of office equipment. EMPLOYMENT: REAL ESTATE AGENT / REALTOR August 2004 * Successfully works with home buyers and sellers to profitably list and sell homes ensuring positive experience for everyone involved. Additional areas of expertise include: Contract Negotiations, Pricing & Proposals, Business Development, Market & Competitive Analysis, Consultative/Solution Selling, Customer Acquisition Strategies. HSRH HOSPITAL – Relief CPhT May 2000 / August 2004 * Computer data entry of patient admissions, physician orders, charges, credits, medication administration records, and ordering of drugs and supplies. * Fill, label and prepare medication for dispensing to nursing carts. * Pre-packing of bulk medications, maintain controlled narcotics and audit narcotics and medication stock. * Receiving medication, stocking shelves and checking and pulling outdates. * Knowledge of aseptic technique and IV preparation. * Fill nursing carts and inspection of crash carts. * Perform and maintain inventory control and workload records. * Maintain patient medical records. RTYH COLLEGE – Instructor January 1998 / August 2004 * Instructor for Phlebotomy Certification, Basic Phlebotomy, and Phlebotomy for Nurses and Healthcare Professionals. * Develop curriculum, syllabi, course outline, lesson plans, and course material for phlebotomy courses. * Coordinated and conducted phlebotomy lectures. * Developed and administered phlebotomy exams. * Instructor for Driver Safety / Defensive Driving Course through the T.E.A. QDL - PSC Relief Group Lead Phlebotomist / Office Supervisor February 1996 – February 2002 * Managed day-to-day supervision of lab operation and personnel. * Proper collection of blood and urine samples for testing. * Responsible for scheduling, evaluations and training of staff. * Resolve technical and personnel problems. * Received calls from clients, dispatched couriers according to location & priority of call. * Follow-up with clients and couriers on all calls and dispatches. * Recognized operational problems / errors and initiates corrective action. * Computer data entry of patient information, orders and testing results. * Performed inventory and ordering of supplies for office and clients. * Handled general office duties including answering multi-line phones, billing inquiries, customer service, filing, faxing, and general office duties. * Scheduling patients for testing procedures. * Processed and filed paperwork of patient’s insurance / Medicare / Medicaid. * Maintained a safe and clean environment. EDUCATION: BTHG COLLEGE REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT: Real Estate Curriculum MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT: Medical Curriculum more

Resolved Question: Help! I'm in the middle a kinda scary Craiglist scam?!?

So the other day was the first time I used Craigslist. I put up a dress for $350 and the next day I got a simple e-mail about it that simply asked "still available???" and so I replied that yes, the dress was still available. I was then replied with this: ------------------------------------------------- Hello... I really appreciate your response to my mail.I want you toconsider it sold, pls do withdraw the advert from craigslist to avoiddisturbance.I want you to know that i will be paying via certifiedcheck .I will need you to provide me the following information tofacilitate the mailing of the check 1.....Full name to write on the check 2.....Full Physical address to post the check 3.....Home & Cell Phone to contact you **I will like you to know that you will not be responsible forshipping i will have my mover come over as soon as you have cashed thecheck****Please kindly keep other buyers off.Regards. --------------------------------------- It seemed normal enough so I replied and gave what was asked. Name, address, my mother's cell # then mine. Told them to call once I had cashed the check to set up the pick up. Then I get this: --------------------------------------------------- Thanks so much for the info,i will like let you know that the deal isstill on and the payment would be sent via UPS or Courier Serviceand the item will be picked up as soon as you receive the payment,andget payment cashed.Then I will instruct my shipper to get in contactwith you for the pick up schedule time and date.I will like to tellyou that i would be sending a payment worth of $2000 to cover theshipment of the items bought, because, i might not be on hand when thepayment arrives,as am going for my honeymoon in the ALABAMA .As soonas you receive the check have it cashed and remove your money for theitem and send the remaining funds to my shipper via Money Gram moneytransfer.My shipper is also picking some of other items at the samecity of yours,that is why you need to transfer the amount to myshipper.you will have to deduct $50 for your running around thatI have caused you during the transaction period.Please let me know ifi can trust you on this so we can move forward from here.Do get back to me asap. Ok Regards ------------------------------------------------- When I saw the $2000 I knew something was off. My mom and I think its a stolen check that they don't want traced back to them. I plan on e-mailing this person back and telling them somehow that the deal is off, then reporting them to Craigslist, but I want to somehow incorporate into the e-mail that the address I gave them isn't my home address. I mean, after the whole Craigslist Killer thing, I don't want someone suspicious with my address getting any ideas. Can someone please help me come up with a way to get them away from my address in an e-mail. Maybe say something, I dunno, that its a business?? Anything is appreciated, thanks.I'm mainly worried about them having my name and address. They could be printing the info on fake checks... more

Resolved Question: How can i start a courier agency in india?

I am planning to start a small business (A Courier Agency) Can u suggest me some good ideas ono this. more

Resolved Question: Honest feedback from moms on business venture?

I'd like to start a small business and am looking for feedback on my idea. It would predominantly be an errand-running service. We would target three main groups: 1.People who have difficulty with mobility: -senior citizens -recuperating patients -new mothers 2.People who can't find enough time in the day: -busy parents -busy professionals 3.People with pets Our services would include, but not be limited to: -dog walking -pet sitting -grocery shopping and delivery -prescription pick up -courier services (delivery/shipping) -help with event planning (eg- filling out invitations, writing thank you cards, ordering/pick up supplies like baloons etc.) -takeout food delivery -professional personal assistant (making travel arrangements) -personal assistant (personal shopper, travel planning) Honesty, how much do you think people would be into using this service? I'm thinking I should do an hourly rate per service with a minimum of one hour. For example, grocery shopping 20/hr. one hour minimum. Please make your criticisms constructive. Thank you in advance. more

Resolved Question: honest opinions on business venture?

Resolved Question: is this harrassment-what can i do?

HI there, so i work on reception and use courier services all the time. when i got here, courier service No 1 messed me about so much! so courier service No 2, called round and tried to build a relationship with me and proved to me that they could do the job better than anyone else so i use courier service No 2 a lot. anyways, i call courier service No1 up after a long time to give them a job and the controller blasts me! saying for some reason u decide that u dont like us and we lost a lot of business cos of u and we had such a good relationship with the previous relationship so i replied hang on a minute i never sed i didnt like u for a minute as i dont know u! at the end of the day ur couriers messed me about, so i went to courier service no 2 and they proved themselves to me so he sed, wel where are ur precious courier service now then? ey where are ur precious courier service now? ( in an unbelievably aggressive tone!) so he sed at the end of the day, when and if you leave then and only then will we come back and approach u for business so i put the fone down- my reception is in an open plan office so hence anyways, so they barge into my workplace having made an appointment today with me thru someone else (the ex receptionist!) and then try to ''explain why their controller spoke to me the way he did (without an apology!)'' and i sed i do understand why he was angry but at the end of the day if u guys came in like u are now, to pitch to me and resell it to me then i wuda given u guys another go cos i have nothing against u and i was naturally taken off guard and on the defensive) they call the switchboard to ask for the owner of the company! i feel like they will complain about me now (as luckily the owner wasnt in!) and i have no idea if this is harrassment. my manager wants to speak to me about it (a colleague of mine told her what happened) and i feel i shud go to the police as this is intimidating behaviour!! help help help!!!! what can i do!!!!?????this isnt some random guy - it was the owner of the business i dont care what he does-yelling at me i cant let go of and did but now he's tryna call up about complaining about me?? what do ido? more

Resolved Question: Could someone wit experience please look over my business brief and pass honest comment?

OK. I am 23 and living in a city in the south west of England. It is my intention to become self employed with the plan below; I have only been thinking about it for a couple of days, so it is all very basic and vague at present, but I would still appreciate any pointers. I am soon buying a 100cc moped to get me around town. I will attach a large carry-box to the rear (like you see on pizza delivery mopeds, but much more secure) and panniers- or side storage boxes- to each side of the saddle. I am going to set up a motorcycle courier business confined to the city limits. Due to the amount of storage I'll have on the moped, I will concentrate on smaller items; files, documents, items of jewellry, computer components, monies etc. The boxes will have strong locks and be weather-proof. I am thinking that I will charge by the mile; say £2-3 p/m, and that I will work 6am-9pm mon-sat. After 5pm my fee will go up by, say, £1 p/m. Delivery guaranteed within 1 hour (with a moped I can bypass many traffic jams). My main market will be offices, such as smaller accountants or solicitors, IT firms, Jewellers, independant shops and hotels. I will of course also cater for domestic items and will gladly do pick-ups or deliveries to train stations. My aim is to build up a rapport with customers so I can perform tailor-made contracts with them, for instance working out of hours or beyond the city limits once in a while. I already have £3000 saved to buy the moped and clothing, moped tax and insurance and an IT friend is setting up a website for me at a cut price. I'll also put an ad in the phone book. This £3000 should cover any 'start-up' costs (?) What do you think so far? Thanks. PS, 'Cool Hal': I will have mobile connected to a helmet microphone, so I can take calls on the move. My website will specify package sizes, and I beg to differ about congestion in Exeter, Bristol and Plymouth! Also, £3-ish p/m to get a package delivered within the hour at 9pm on a Saturday night was fairly reasonable, I thought!PPS: 'Cool Hal': sorry, I did not mean to sound so abrupt, Thank you for your answer, you raise some good points that I will have to think about. more

Resolved Question: I am planning on starting up my own messenger, courier, expedited delivery service, how do I get it started?

I have the funds to get a license, incorporate my name, get a van, advertise, etc., it's just what are essentially the basic set up needs to get it off the ground? I can get a checking account showing DBA, apply for a business license, but in what order do these things need to get done. All advice and tips are welcomed. Thanks in advance for responding. more

Resolved Question: Do You Know Anyone In The Delivery/Courier Business?

I live in Houston, TX and I plan on purchasing a delivery cargo van or box truck. My goal is to deliver medium sized goods to commercial businesses and work as an independent contractor. My quesion is whether or not you or someone you may know does this for a living. If so, do you make good money and is it profitable? Additionally, I am aware of the fuel costs, insurance costs, etc associated with this business. Thanks. more

Resolved Question: Do You Know Anyone In The Delivery/Courier Service Business?

Resolved Question: where can i download a free business plan for a courier service?

Resolved Question: Anybody need a errand service? South NJ area?

MISSION POSSIBLE ERRAND SERVICE Mission Possible was developed to meet the needs of busy people: executives, new moms, adult children caring for elderly parents, men looking for that special gift, vacationers, post-surgical patients, and anyone else who needs an additional hour or two. We will customize a service plan to meet your needs. Making your life easier is what Mission Possible strives to do. We want you to have time to do what you like to do, not just what you have to do! Contact us to find out just how easy it is to let Mission Possible get to work for you! (856)625-3196 mpeservice@gmail.com Personal Shopping - We will shop, wrap, and deliver for weddings, newborn arrivals, showers, birthdays, anniversaries or business. - Plant, flower, balloon bouquet delivery - Merchandise return - Holiday shopping - Give us a list and we will shop, wrap & deliver to you. Grocery Shopping - Give us your list large or small. We will deliver them to your home and even put them away for you. General Errand Services $25.00 per hr * 1 hour minimum * Deposit for purchases may be required - Drycleaning pick-up/drop-off - Flower Delivery - Film pick-up - Mail pick-up - Post Office/Fed Ex/UPS needs - Beauty Supplies - Prescription pick-up/drop off - Party Supplies - Garden Centers - Hardware Stores ** If you have a special request, just ask! Business Services Courier Services (pick up /delivery services) Regular delivery (4 hour notice) $15.00 per delivery Rush delivery (2 hours or less notice) $30.00 per delivery - Sam's Club shopping & delivery - Courier/Delivery - Deliver/pick-up from printing companies - Post Office/Fed Ex/UPS needs - Holiday and gift shopping, wrapped and delivered - Delivery of legal documents - Delivery of food for office parties, and employee appreciation luncheons - Cosmetologists - call in your order and we will deliver ** Customer appreciation packages are available and make great gifts! Elder Care for Adult Children $25.00 per visit So many people are trying to manage two households, their own plus that of their parents. Let us help by running errands for them and delivering items directly to their home! Post Surgical Assistance $25.00 per visit -Give us your to-list and we can run your errands while you rest & recover. New Mommy Service $25.00 per hr This includes l hour of errand service. More time may be added. Give us your to-do list. A great gift for a friend or love one! HouseSitting $20.00 per visit * Includes picking up mail/newspapers, watering plants (inside & out), lights on/off, take out the trash, opening/closing blinds, and making sure everything is locked up. Nursing Home Visits $25.00 per visit Pick-up/deliver clothes for drycleaning Deliver entertainment items & flowers Pick-up & deliver necessary supplies ** This is just a partial list of services. If you don't see what you need, just ask!** more

Resolved Question: company names?

i am doing a business plan for a company i am looking to start up it is going to be a legal courier service this company deals alot with lawyers and courts, and real estate more

Resolved Question: What does this say about citizens rights? Pathetic?

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CONTESTS • Reader Rewards EDUCATION • Newspaper in Education Program MERCHANDISE • Newspaper Store MARKETPLACE • Fishing & Boating • Restaurants READERS' CHOICE • Best of 2006 ADVERTISING • Advertising Services LISTINGS • Straight from the Heart • Vacation Rentals • Submit Club/Bar Schedules • Bars, Bands & Clubs • Things to Do • Weddings • Engagements • Anniversaries • Celebrations • Dating • Births • In Remembrance and Thank You's GANNETT NJ NEWSPAPERS • Asbury Park Press • Gannett State Bureau • Courier News • Courier-Post • The Daily Journal • Daily Record • Home News Tribune • Ocean County Observer • Times Beacon Newspapers • Other Gannett Newspapers Advertisement Text Size:|| E-mail Print Subscribe E-mail Alerts Anti-alien protest in Lakewood called off Organizer cites safety concerns Posted by the Asbury Park Press on 08/16/07 BY ZACH PATBERG TOMS RIVER BUREAU LAKEWOOD — The organizer of a scheduled rally against illegal immigration has canceled the event, deciding there was not enough security to protect the crowd and speakers. Diane Reeves of Lakewood, who planned the protest for Aug. 25 at the town square on Clifton Avenue, pointed to rumors that such gangs as MS 13 and the Latin Kings, as well as some out-of-town militant groups, would disrupt the rally. That, coupled with the conflict that occurred at a similar protest last month in Morristown, convinced Reeves that the handful of officers Police Chief Robert Lawson promised to provide would not be enough protection. "I was nervous that if something happened, what were we supposed to do?" Reeves said. She and other rally supporters voiced resentment that the township had not agreed to assign more members of its 125-strong police force. They pointed to Morristown, which supplied a strong police presence at the protest over the same issue in late July. Five people were ar-rested and two were slightly injured at that event. "I was very upset when I heard," said Carmen Morales, vice chairwoman of the advocacy group You Don't Speak For Me, who was supposed to speak at the rally. "I feel Lakewood is like a sanctuary for illegal immigrants . . . and (the police) seem to protect them." Officials relieved Mayor Raymond Coles stressed that the Morristown rally was municipally sponsored, as opposed to the privately organized one in Lakewood. Lawson said he could not justify taking more officers off patrol duty, and the township could not afford the overtime. Beyond that, Coles and Lawson agreed with Reeves' decision to cancel. "I'm relieved," Lawson said. "Lakewood has a large number of undocumented residents . . . and now you're going to have a group in the center of town speaking out against illegal aliens. So it's possible there'd be friction between the two factions that could lead to confrontation." Coles said, "This is a very emotional, heated issue and bringing two very emotional groups together might cause problems." Estimates of the number of illegal immigrants in Lakewood range from 5,000 to 20,000. A 2006 estimate by the U.S. Census bureau put the township's population at almost 70,000. Lawson added that it was common for organizers to pay for off-duty police officers as protection at rallies. The Lakewood rally was expected to draw up to 500 people and was to have five speakers, including two family members of victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks. Reeves, who has never organized a rally before, now plans to find an indoor venue in another town to hold the protest, saying that since the cancellation she has heard from angry supporters offering contributions toward the cost of a demonstration. "Look at the 100,000 illegals getting protection to march down the street everywhere else," she said. "But me, a citizen, has no right because of safety issues." 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