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Perkasie Borough awards $195K engineering and design contract for restoration of covered bridge

A historic covered bridge in Lenape Park in Perkasie Borough severely damaged in the flooding during Hurricane Ida in 2021 is on the path to return to public service.

Perkasie Borough has selected an engineering firm to oversee the return of its historic 1832 covered bridge to public service in Lenape Park.

On Sept. 3, 2024, Perkasie Borough Council awarded a contract to Wood Research and Development LLC, of Jefferson, Oregon and Jacksonville, Florida, for engineering and design consultation services for the rehabilitation of the South Perkasie Borough Covered Timber Bridge.

The contract award to Wood Research and Development was for $195,030, and it is fully funded by FEMA and other grants.

The remnants of Hurricane Ida in September 2021 swept the covered bridge off its abutments during historic flooding in Lenape Park. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) along with the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) awarded grant funds in June 2023 for repairs to damage caused by the flooding. Prior to Hurricane Ida, the Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission and the Perkasie Historical Society contributed funds to a project to rehabilitate the bridge.

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Seven engineering companies made qualified proposals for the task of restoring Bucks County’s oldest covered bridge, during a two-month proposal process. The other companies were from Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Virginia. Perkasie Borough Council’s Historical Committee, with input from Borough management, selected Wood Research and Development using judging criteria required by FEMA. Borough Council unanimously approved the selection.

“We were fortunate to have some of the best firms in the country interested in the project, because of the South Perkasie Covered Bridge’s unique status,” said Scott Bomboy, chair of the Council’s Historical Committee. “It is the third-oldest Town Lattice style covered bridge in the United States and a special example of an original…

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17-year-old dies after Nanticoke shooting, incident under investigation

NANTICOKE, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Minden Court in the Honey Pot section of Nanticoke looks different than it did Sunday following the shooting of a teen.

According to our newsgathering partners at the Times Leader, police responded a little after 3:30 p.m. where a 17-year-old was found with a gunshot wound.

Police identified the deceased teenager as Hunter Sipple, 17. An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday.

A friend of the victim was celebrating the holiday weekend when the news broke on social media.

“I was scrolling through my Facebook, and I saw about a 17-year-old male in the Honey Pot section, and I was shocked. I just couldn’t believe it, the first thing I thought was wow, is that someone I know in my area,” says Haylee, a friend of the victim.

Monday afternoon, Nanticoke Police Chief Michael Roke confirmed with a media outlet that the victim had died, although FOX56 has not independently confirmed this.

“It is so hard to understand how something that crazy could happen, how easy it seems for people just to get their hands on firearms, and it is especially not good with children because they just don’t understand how dangerous it is,” Haylee explained.

Haylee says she will remember the victim as a loving, selfless person.

“He was just a loving kid he would shovel for you; he would go out of his way and give you the shirt off his back. He loved his mother, his brother, and his family and they’re really in my thoughts right now,” Haylee says.

Haylee encourages the community to come together to support the victim’s family as they navigate new waters.

“We all need to get together and support the family in any way we can. I can’t imagine losing a son or daughter at such a young age,” Haylee said.

According to Nanticoke police officers, the…

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“To Kill a Mongolian Horse”

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Tahar Boumedra Exposes UN Efforts to Silence Him on Human Rights Abuses in Ashraf

Tahar Boumedra, President of the Justice for Victims of the 1988 Massacre in Iran (JVMI) spoke passionately at the Iranian Resistance conference about his experiences witnessing human rights abuses in Iraq, particularly against residents of Ashraf.

Drawing on his time with the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), Boumedra recounted his unrestricted access to Camp Ashraf and the harrowing abuses he witnessed there. He described his role as often being reduced to counting the bodies of victims, a grim duty that eventually led to his resignation from the UN in protest. Boumedra also detailed his defiance against attempts by the UN Legal Affairs Department to silence him, underscoring his commitment to speaking out against injustices.

Boumedra praised Professor Javaid Rehman, the UN Special Rapporteur on the situation of human rights in Iran, for his courage and impartiality in documenting human rights violations. He emphasized that Rehman’s work is widely appreciated and assured him of global support from advocates of peace and justice.

In closing, Boumedra reaffirmed his dedication to exposing human rights abuses and standing in solidarity with the Iranian people and the Iranian Resistance.

The full text of Tahar Boumedra’s speech follows:

 

Thank you. Thank you very much, brothers and sisters in Ashraf 3. I salute you warmly. Let me say that I thank very much the speakers who took the floor before me, and I’m not going to repeat the legal issues that they addressed.

I’m just going to share with you probably what I would call a testimony, reporting to you exactly my experience in a very short way because I hope that Professor Javaid Rehman will benefit from what I went through…

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Mohegan Inspire makes three new executive appointments

Julie Heo, Jane Jon and Yuna Kim have been named to executive positions at the resort.

South Korea.- The Mohegan Inspire Entertainment Resort has announced the appointment of three new executives: Julie Heo as chief legal officer (CLO), Jane Jon as chief finance officer (CFO), and Yuna Kim as associate vice president (AVP) of Resort Sales. According to the company’s press release, the move increases diversity in its legal, finance, and sales operations.

Heo has over 17 years of experience and was appointed CLO “in recognition of her fluent legal communication skills that led to the successful opening and operation of INSPIRE.” Jon has more than 12 years of finance experience in various countries and is expected to build “an efficient financial process and team amid the dynamic business environment that INSPIRE is situated in and contribute to fostering a team culture based on inclusion and collaboration.”

Kim has over 18 years of hospitality industry sales and marketing experience. She joined INSPIRE in October 2022 as director of MICE sales and, according to the company, has brought “outstanding achievements based on her solid experience, flexible mind, and meticulous execution, and thus, has been recently promoted to lead the resort’s entire sales operations.”

Chen Si, president of Mohegan Inspire, said: “INSPIRE is committed to diversity and inclusion and hire talent and leadership based on professional capability, potential, and performance. These are leadership qualities that align with the Mohegan Spirit of Aquai, which we value most. Through building a diverse leadership team, INSPIRE will bring new insights and expertise to management and create a corporate culture where people of all genders and backgrounds can shine in.”

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Cranford, NJ – Teen Cyclist Seriously Injured in Collision Near Lenape Park

Cranford, NJ (September 4, 2024) – A serious crash involving a 16-year-old cyclist occurred on the afternoon of Tuesday, September 3, near Lenape Park in Cranford, Union County. The teenage boy sustained significant injuries after being struck by a car in a residential area close to the park, an incident that has prompted an ongoing investigation. 

First responders swiftly arrived at the scene, providing emergency medical care to the injured cyclist before transporting him to a nearby hospital for treatment. 

The driver involved in the collision stayed at the scene. Police have not released further details about the driver or the circumstances leading to the crash, as the investigation is still in its early stages. 

Investigators are working to determine the exact cause of the collision and are looking into factors such as vehicle speed, potential distractions, and the layout of the road where the accident occurred. The area near Lenape Park, a frequently traveled route for both motorists and cyclists, is known for its residential traffic and recreational visitors, adding complexity to the investigation.

Teen Bicycle Accidents in Union County

Cranford, NJ – Teen Cyclist Seriously Injured in Cranford Collision Near Lenape ParkTeenage cyclists are particularly vulnerable on roadways, especially in suburban neighborhoods like Cranford, where cars and bicycles often share the roads. Cranford’s proximity to Lenape Park makes it a popular spot for local cyclists, but with increased traffic and narrow streets, the risk of accidents can be high. Bicycle accidents often lead to severe or life-threatening injuries, given the lack of protection for riders. In this case, the 16-year-old’s hospitalization following the crash underscores the potential dangers cyclists face when involved in vehicle collisions.

While the cause of the accident remains under investigation, it underscores the significance of caution on the road….

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17-year-old dead from gunshot wound inflicted in Nanticoke home

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2 Ohio state parks named best to visit this fall

(WJW) – Getting to one of the country’s top park destinations doesn’t mean you have to go far.

Two state parks in Ohio have been named among the best in the nation.

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HomeToGo researchers looked at the top 50 state parks travelers have been searching for along with taking into consideration photogenic appeal and wildlife diversity.

Here’s what made the list:

Hocking Hills State Park

Hocking Hills State Park is made up of dense forests, caves, deep gorges and waterfalls.

The 2,300-acre park has hundreds of miles of trails to explore.

Mohican State Park

Mohican State Park in Loudonville is another top destination in Ohio that made the list.

It has 1,110 acres of waterfalls, a covered bridge and beautiful fall foliage.

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Here are the top 5 state parks on the list:

  • Letchworth State Park, New York

  • Palo Duro Canyon State Park, Texas

  • Hocking Hills State Park, Ohio

  • Mohican State Park, Ohio

  • Lake of the Ozarks State Park, Missouri

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UNAMI reveals new details on Speicher Massacre and ISIS’s policy to exterminate Shias

The United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) revealed new details on Sunday regarding the “Speicher Massacre” in Salah al-Din Governorate, which occurred during the control of ISIS over the province in 2014.

In a report obtained by Shia Waves Agency, the mission stated that “in the compounds of the presidential palaces, after consulting with ISIS’s top leadership, the ruler of Salah al-Din, affiliated with the terrorist group, ordered that repentance be offered to Sunnis while Shias were to be killed. Members of ISIS were then deployed to four or five execution sites throughout the complex.”

The report further explained, “The captives were gathered in groups and taken to execution sites where they were either lying on the ground or kneeling before being shot at close range. The bodies were buried in mass graves within the palace complex or thrown into the river.”

It continued, “The bodies of the victims who were executed and thrown into the river floated on the surface of the Tigris for days after the incident. The remains of the buried victims that were recovered indicate that 97% of those executed were young males aged 35 or younger, most of whom were wearing civilian clothes.”

The report also highlighted that “the killings continued for at least three days, involving the active participation of about 100 to 150 ISIS members. Among the perpetrators were ISIS fighters who initially entered Tikrit on June 11, escapees from prisons, and local sleeper cells affiliated with the terrorist organization.”

The killings were documented by ISIS, which later released at least two videos showing shocking scenes of abuse and execution. One of the videos, titled “Camp Speicher: The Mass Killing Method and the Intent of Genocide—Kill Them Wherever You Find Them”, clearly illustrates ISIS’s genocidal policy against Shias.”

The mission also noted…

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