Shark Fin Bill Goes to Gov’s Desk

The Assembly passed bill

A4845 (Mukherji) \\ S2905 (Singleton)

today (Nov. 25, 2019). The bill prohibits certain possession, sale, trade, distribution, or offering for sale of shark fins. The bill was passed with a vote of

53-18-1.

S2905 (Singleton)

will now go to the Governor’s desk to sign.

“The shark population has been decimated. Shark finning has led to the overfishing and overexploitation of shark species. Since shark fin soup is a delicacy, the fins are sold at high prices resulting in tens of millions of sharks being killed every year. This has led to a dramatic decrease in the shark population with some species like the smooth hammerhead dropping a staggering 99% since 1972. When sharks are removed from an ecosystem, it triggers a collapse in the entire food web and can lead to problems with our own marine food sources,”

said Jeff Tittel, Director of the New Jersey Sierra Club.

“This bill will help end the practice of shark finning that endangers the species. Laws passed by Congress already have banned shark finning in federal waters, but this bill would end the practice in state waters, too.”

“The harvesting of shark fins is senseless slaughter. The fins are removed from the sharks while they are still alive, and then the sharks are left to die. This legislation is necessary because the practice of shark finning is brutal and unnecessary causing a rapid decline of shark species, which we may see go extinct unless we move to protect them. No one needs shark fins except the sharks. We need this bill to help preserve hundreds of ecologically important shark species and stop them from being slaughtered for soup,”

said Tittel.

—

Megan Steele

Administrative Assistant

NJ Sierra Club

SJTA Expands the Scope and Reach of Its Environmental Initiative

Partners with NJ Fish & Wildlife to present Northeastern Transportation and Wildlife Conference in Atlantic City

An osprey builds up a nest on a platform installed by the SJTA in recent years as part of its READI program. (SJTA photo/Darleen Adamo)

HAMMONTON, NJ – Nov.25, 2019 – As it marks over two years since it started its Roadway Environmental Advancement Initiative (READI), the

South Jersey Transportation Authority

is proud to announce New Jersey Fish & Wildlife Services is joining with the Authority in co-hosting the

Northeastern Transportation and Wildlife Conference

in September 2020.

With its theme of \”2020 Vision – Creating a Roadmap to Help Wildlife Navigate our Mobile World,\” the biannual conference is slated to meet in Atlantic City at the Sheraton Hotel, September 20 – 23, 2020, and is inviting a wide array of transportation and ecology professionals, researchers, academics, students and consultants.

The

conference

will explore how industry leaders, ecologists, transportation planners, as well as state and municipal officials can work together to ensure wildlife mobility across the Northeast\’s fragmented and changing landscape. More conference information is available at

https://www.netwc.org/

The SJTA launched READI several years ago when the Atlantic City Expressway Operations Department began reintroducing native, perennial wildflowers across 35 acres of the Expressway\’s right-of-way. The wildflowers attract and support important pollinators like bees and butterflies that are suffering from habitat loss and pesticide use. The goal is to reverse the population decline of these crucial pollinators

The initiative evolved when the Expressway installed a series of bat boxes or bat houses along the highway\’s right-of-way in 2017. While bats play a vital role in the ecology of local environments, they face numerous threats including a disease called White Nose Bat Syndrome and the loss of habitat. The bat houses provide shelter and safety from predators.

The efforts of READI go beyond only supporting bats; it has installed structures for a variety of species including the American Kestrel, blue birds, screech owls and nesting platforms for ospreys near Atlantic City. The program has created animal crossings that allow wildlife to travel underneath the Expressway as they naturally migrate between different areas.

READI also has an educational component that involves presenting programs at local schools to support their environmental curriculums. Every year around Arbor Day, the Operations Department is invited to local elementary and middle schools to plant a tree(s) and present assemblies that impress on students the importance of practicing good environmental stewardship. The SJTA has visited more than 26 schools since 2011 and planted as many as 35 trees in a variety of species during the past four years. These programs invite student participation in the planting of a native tree(s) at each school visited.

The Northeast Transportation and Wildlife Conference will enable READI to expand its educational focus and engage professionals from nine states interested in helping transportation and wildlife to coexist and share space in our region of the country.

\”The SJTA\’s co-hosting of this important conference is a natural outgrowth of our efforts to help the environment while operating the Expressway, the Atlantic City International Airport and other South Jersey infrastructure assets that play an important role in supporting commerce, tourism and economic growth across South Jersey and beyond,\” said SJTA\’s Executive Director Stephen F. Dougherty. \”We are proud to join the New Jersey Fish & Wildlife Services in offering this conference.\”

What Degree Is a Sand Wedge?

(olive-wolverine-471793.hostingersite.com)(Nov. 26, 2019)–A sand wedge is one of the clubs you need to get familiar with the game of golf, whether you are an amateur or an aspiring professional. Typically, a sand wedge is used to get golf balls out of sand bunkers; the sole wide design provides sufficient bounce and allows the club to move through the sand without getting stuck. In contemporary golf, it is the heaviest club in a player’s bag, but it comes with one of the shortest shafts.

As a beginner, you may be more familiar with the putters and drivers. Nonetheless, the club is responsible for up to 25% of shots made by professional golfers. There are many peculiar things about this club, from the shaft length to the heavy head and the loft angle, however, we will be very particular about the sand wedge degree and its importance in this post.

Sand Wedge Degree

This is what determines the kind of swing you take and the distance to which you can send a golf ball with this club. Although there are other factors that influence how far your shot will go, the

angle of the loft

on the sand wedge is one of the principal ones.

The higher the loft angle on a sand wedge, the lower the distance you can get the ball to travel, and the higher the elevation, the shot will produce. If you don’t understand what loft angle is, it is merely the angle between the face of the club and the shaft. If a wedge has a higher loft angle, the face of the club will be in a more horizontal position relative to the ground, and if it has a lower loft angle, the face will be in a more vertical position relative to the shaft.

What Degree Loft Is a Sand Wedge?

This is a very common question among beginner golfers, and to be factual, loft angles on sand wedges typically range from 54 degrees to 58 degrees. However, it is more important to understand the effect of these angles on the performance of a player during a game. You can collect

high handicappers wedges in golf

to get better performance.

The loft angle on any wedge affects the trajectory of the ball after it is hit; a sand wedge with a higher loft angle will make the ball travel more elevated in the air, through a steep trajectory, reducing the distance covered by the ball while a sand wedge with a lower angle will make the ball travel in a less steep path, covering more range than it would if the loft angle were higher.

Degree in Pitching Wedge

If you want to take a shot with a higher trajectory than what the 9-iron will give you and a lower trajectory than what the gap wedge will give you, the pitching wedge is the right club to use. Of all wedges, the pitching wedge is the commonest, and it has the least loft angle, ranging between 44 degrees to 48 degrees. It is more suitable for chip shots and for hitting long shots into the greens.

The degree in pitching wedges varies with different manufacturers, and in the past, you could easily find one with a loft angle as low as 43 degrees or as high as 50 degrees. However, these days, 44 – 48 degrees is the typical loft range. Just like with the sand wedge, the higher the loft of a pitching wedge, the higher the ball can be hit, and the less it will travel. On the other hand, the lower the loft angle, the less steep the trajectory and the farther the ball will travel.

Should You Be Concerned About Loft?

While loft angle can have a significant influence on your game, if you are a beginner or an amateur, you should probably not be too concerned with the loft angle on your wedge. Besides, wedges are not so common with these categories of players – there is enough fun to be had with drivers, putters, and irons – and the technicality of loft angles is usually not a problem.

However, if you plan to play golf professionally, you will have to pay more attention to the technical part of the game, and the loft is one of the technical parts. In some cases, you may have to adjust the loft angle on your club to get the kind of shot you want.

Conclusion

More than having the perfect angle on a wedge, it is vital to develop your skills through consistent training. You can have the best set of golf clubs in the world and still be very poor at the game. Golf is a technical game that requires a lot of

learning and practice

, so, apart from learning about the types of clubs and their individual features, take time out to always practice so that you can personalize your golf experience and improve your overall game.

Powerball Jackpot Rolls to $100,000,000 For Wednesday’s Drawing

Thousands of New Jersey Players Win Prizes

TRENTON (Nov. 25, 2019) – The Powerball jackpot has rolled to $100 million! Although no one won the jackpot in the Nov. 23, drawing, 20,113 New Jersey players took home an estimated $111,548 in prizes ranging from $4 to $300, according to Lottery Acting Executive Director James Carey.

The winning numbers for the Saturday, Nov. 23, drawing were: 28, 35, 38, 61 and 66. The Red Power Ball number was 23. The Multiplier number was 03. The Powerball jackpot rolls to $100,000,000 for the next drawing to be held Wednesday, Nov. 27, at 10:59 pm.

How Long Do Resin Beads in a Water Softener Last?

(olive-wolverine-471793.hostingersite.com)(Nov. 26, 2019)–Whether you have just purchased a water softener or still using the one you bought on your last shopping, one of your many worries include when to replace the resin bed. This leads to asking – how long do resin beads in

industrial water softeners

last?

Also, you inquire further about the kind of maintenance it requires, how they work, and which of these resin beads the best is for you. In this post, we\’ll provide answers to these questions and help you get the most out of your resin beads.

What is a Water Softener Resin

Water softener resin

is a media to remove the hardness of your water. This media uses an ion exchange process to eliminate the high amount of heavy metals and other minerals, causing hardness of water, leaving the water in your plumbing network soft.

While the water conditioner does not remove the hardness in water, the resin descales it. For salt-based models, the resin bed plays an integral part in making your water soft. In most commercial and residential houses, water treatment includes the water softening resin to get rid of minerals, causing hardness.

How the Resin Works

The resin bed of a water softener is a collection of thousands of resin beads located in the unit\’s tank. When you turn on the tap, water flows into the water softener and passes through the resin bed, where it comes in contact with the plethora of resin beads in the tank. During the process, the resin beads trap calcium, magnesium, and other minerals, allowing only soft water to flow out in your kitchen outlet.

Type of Resin

In the market today, there are two main types of water softeners, which includes:

Fine mesh resin

Standard ion exchange resin.

It\’s vital that you know more about each model before heading to your local store to purchase just any water softening resin that comes your way. However, you should choose the one that best suits your needs.

Fine Mesh Resin

This type of resin is excellent for removing high concentrations of iron. It comes with small-sized resin beads that are capable of removing as high as ten parts in a million dissolved iron.

That\’s not all: it helps make your drinking water taste better since this resin is sometimes blended with activated carbon. Besides, this type features small-sized resin beads; you must place a flow basket on the upper part to help avoid resin migration when it\’s regenerating.

Standard Ion Exchange Resin

This is the most popular water softener type on the market. Unlike fine mesh resin, the standard ion exchange resin is only capable of removing up to 5 parts per million of dissolved iron. When it comes to water purification, this model does it better.

Further, standard ion exchange resin uses sodium chloride or potassium chloride to regenerate the resin.

Crosslink Percentage

Crosslink is a crucial factor to consider when trying to pin down the best water softening resin. Crosslink is a measure of the amount of divinylbenzene (DVB), which a resin bed contains. Products featuring higher crosslink percentage, often come with a hefty price tag.

However, it doesn\’t mean resin with a higher crosslink percentage is the best choice for every homeowner.

To begin with, there are two variations of crosslink percentage – 8 and 10 percent. Let\’s take a look at each variation and why you should consider it.

8% Crosslink

The 8% crosslink is the most used

water softening resin percentage

. It\’s suitable for removing dissolved iron up to 3 – 5 parts per million while softening your water wholly. This resin should serve you for about 10 -15 years, which is based on your water quality. You can expect maximum effectiveness from this unit when used with non-chlorinated water.

10% Crosslink

When it comes to softening hard water, 10% crosslink packs a lot of strength. This type is recommended for people dealing with chlorinated iron-free water. Higher crosslink helps handle the high amount of chlorine in your water. Besides, it permits a huge capacity for water.

Sadly, owning a high crosslink resin can be way over your budget and often leads to a significant drop in water pressure.

Which is best

Still not sure which resin suits your needs? Let\’s help you make an informed decision.

For homeowners with water offering 5 P.P.M of chlorine, then you should lean more to resin with 8% crosslink. This option is also suitable for people looking to treat their city water.

But if you have got water featuring higher than 5 P.P.M of chlorine, which means you need a strong resin to handle oxidation. Fine mesh or 10% crosslink resin is an ideal choice. Also, for people with well water, you can make sure of any of the resins to remove hardness.

How long do they last

Needless to say, water softener resin requires replacement after a while. Most brands out there boast of a lifetime within 10 – 15 years. But, in the end, it boils down to the

quality of your water

and the number of times it regenerates.

In addition, keep in mind that the concentration of iron in your water and organic coating of your resin determines how long resin beads last. To simply say, a high amount of chlorine or iron can kill the resin bed faster.

Morris County Man Sentenced To Prison For Possessing Bombs And Being Felon In Possession Of Guns

NEWARK, N.J. – A Morris County, New Jersey, man was sentenced today to 24 months in prison for being a felon in possession of guns, possessing bombs, and precursor materials, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito announced.

Christopher Faschan, 31, of Landing, New Jersey, previously pleaded guilty before U.S. District Judge Brian R. Martinotti to an information charging him with one count of unlawful possession of destructive devices and one count of being a felon in possession of firearms and ammunition. Judge Martinotti imposed the sentence today in Newark federal court.

According to documents filed in this case and statements made in court:

On Feb. 1, 2019, Faschan detonated the bomb in the area of Lake Lackawanna in Stanhope. On Feb. 4, 2019, law enforcement agents interviewed Faschan, who said that he had ignited the bomb. He described it as two pounds in weight and explained how he used and mixed Potassium Perchlorate, Aluminum Powder, and Tannerite to make several bombs that were in his home.

Law enforcement agents executed a court-authorized search of Faschan’s home and recovered a cache of weapons, ammunition, firearms, explosive devices and precursor materials.

In addition to the prison term, Judge Martinotti sentenced Faschan to three years of supervised release.

U.S. Attorney Carpenito credited special agents of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Charlie J. Patterson in Newark; special agents of the FBI, under the direction of Special Agent in Charge Gregory W. Ehrie in Newark; officers of the Byram Police Department, under the direction of Chief Peter J. Zabita; the Roxbury Police Department, under the direction of Chief Marc Palanchi; the Sussex County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Prosecutor Francis A. Koch; officers of the Morris County Sheriff’s Office, under the direction of Sheriff James M. Gannon; and officers of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, under the direction of Prosecutor Frederic M. Knapp, with the investigation leading to the charges.

The government is represented by Assistant U.S. Attorney Dean C. Sovolos of the U.S. Attorney’s Office National Security Unit.

Defense counsel: John Whipple Esq., Morristown, New Jersey

Basic Information About Insurance in the USA Everyone Needs To Know

(olive-wolverine-471793.hostingersite.com)(Nov. 26, 2019)–Whether you are a citizen or not, you may know that insurance in the USA is something that everyone is talking about and many own. Besides, there are also many online dealers that offer you financial security for the fairest price. Despite the number of vendors, some of them may be a little less reliable than the others. That is why we offer you pay attention to the

www.americaninsurance.com

website in the first place. The company has the most reliable and acceptable offers on the market.

Insurance – what is it?

However, just before you just to the website, you need to be aware of what you are signing up for, and we are going to start with the basics. The truth is that very often things happen to us when we least expect them. To cover unexpected losses, you may need to have a pretty penny in your pocket. That is when the insurance comes in so handy. No matter the type of insurance you choose, each will help you reduce the financial loss. Think of insurance as of a certain contract between you and insuring company. The company is the one who is going to cover a part of your losses in case anything happens to you. Of course, the contract isn’t free to sign. When you choose a deal you see the fittest, you are supposed to pay your premium. Those premiums are usually paid periodically. The periods and other details depend upon the type of insurance that you choose as well as the policy the provider offers.

How does it work?

When you sign a contract with an insurance provider, you become one of many other people who have done the same. In case the loss occurs to you, you need to provide the insurance company with the proofs that support your claim. Besides, you need to read the contract clearly before you sign it, in case of some loopholes. The truth is that in many cases the insurance is active for a limited time if you miss it, there will be no financial aid from the provider, and there is rarely a chance that you will be able to stand your ground and prove against what you have signed up for.

Types of insurance

There is no one-for-all insurance. There are a few different types of it so that you can choose the one or few that suit you best and those you consider most likely to be needed.

Life insurance – the insurance provider, issues the payment to the family in case of the insured’s death.

Health insurance – in case of certain health problems, the insurance provider will help the insured person cover the payment for the services.

General Insurance – if anything to your insured belongings, such as your house or anything of the kind, happens, the insurance company will pay for it.

Group insurance – this is usually the insurance applied to employees of various companies or work organizations when the employer covers the losses of any employ according to the insurance policy.

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5 Things That You Need to Know About Car Insurance

(olive-wolverine-471793.hostingersite.com)(Nov. 26, 2019)–Today getting insurance for one’s property is more than trendy. Everybody tries to protect the valuables from some accidents, hazardous natural phenomena, or robberies. Without any doubt, insurances have a well-deserved reputation and are worthy of attention.

But before making a solid decision, there are things to discover about the procedure and peculiarities of insurances in the United States. Safety of vehicles is one of the most requested topics within all existing types of insurance, – and it’s quite logical that people invest so much in safeguarding their automobiles.

That is why this article will run about the important things you will want to know about making car insurance.

P.S. For getting a full picture of how the insurance works, go straight to

www.general.com

Grasping the Core Principles of Car Insurance

Whether you’re a seasoned car owner looking for a new one to meet your expectations, or just a newbie counting how to get your first car ever, car insurance is necessary for both options. Coming strictly to the point, here are 5 fundamentals of obtaining insurance in the USA. Let’s go!

Identify the type of insurance that you need.

As the US policy offers various types of insurance, you should know the peculiar features of the most basic ones. The types that have been proven worthy of trust include mechanical breakdown insurance, uninsured motorist coverage, flood insurance (in areas with the high likelihood of natural disasters), and comprehensive coverage to let you receive another vehicle or get yours repaired in case of some road trouble.

How much car insurance is typically required?

In the US, the bare minimum includes liability for bodily injury and property damage, driver coverage, and personal injury protection insurance. The latter is especially good because it covers your medical expenses no matter which driver is responsible for the accident.

Know the exceptions from rules.

As everybody knows, not all states have equal laws concerning vehicle insurance. In Arizona, for instance, there is no must for minimum insurance, – instead, they require the proofs that you are liable to pay for the possible damage, demanding a deposit certificate to the state budget. To sum it up, if you grow money on trees in your garden, you may be free to drive without insurance. If not, – better get one and feel protected.

Mind your driving record.

In this case, your reputation is everything. Every insurance provider will first of all look at your record and judge how risky you are (including how many speeding tickets you’ve got in your collection). How experienced you are also matters here, since, as statistics show, the young people aged up to 25 with little driving time get into accidents more often.

Consider which cars are cheaper to insure.

In simple words, the value of your automobile is the biggest factor influencing how much the insurance will cost you. However, for expensive car models, you might make use of such life-hacks as anti-theft alarms and other additional safety features, – this will make the price for the insurance go down.

Hopefully, with those five key features of car insurance in the US, you will find your way around and soon be a happy and confident driver.

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Business News: The Junkluggers Announces Its First Franchise on The West Coast!

Eco-friendly junk removal business now serving

San Gabriel Valley in California.

SEYMOUR, Conn. (November 21, 2019) –

Sustainable junk removal service

The Junkluggers

recently finalized an agreement with California native Samuel Orozco to open The Junkluggers of San Gabriel Valley, the company’s first franchise located in California.

“Sam is joining The Junkluggers team with a wealth of experience in providing strategic leadership, and I am thrilled to have him at the helm of our first-ever West Coast location,” said Josh Cohen, Founder, and CEO of The Junkluggers. “Through our partnership with Contractor Nation, our expansion across the country is accelerating, and this is an important milestone in our growing franchise network.”

Sam, a native of Northeast Los Angeles, has over fifteen years’ experience in managing all aspects of financial and accounting operations in support of business planning, most recently as Director of Finance for a property management company. His strong experience in creating sound financial plans, managing projects, and enhancing operational performance, and profitability will be incredibly valuable to Sam in marketing and managing his Junkluggers operation.

“Having worked in financial management for a very long time, I realize the importance of the effective use of resources, along with a great sales and marketing strategy, and The Junkluggers offers both,” says Sam. “I am excited to be the first to represent a great brand and a great business right here in California, one of the greenest states in the country. Being the first to bring a truly eco-friendly junk removal brand to the west coast is exciting, and I look forward to making a positive impact on my community.”

About The Junkluggers

Since 2004, The Junkluggers has been disrupting the junk removal industry with its eco-friendly practices, from being the first company of its kind to offer donation receipts to launching Remix Market as a way to keep items out of landfills. This team of big-hearted professionals focuses on green, community-oriented practices, striving to enhance lives, the community and the environment. They do this by donating, recycling, upcycling, and supporting local charities. With the addition of San Gabriel Valley, The Junkluggers now has 22 locations open and operates across a total of 12 states including California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Virginia. The brand, which is celebrating its 15

anniversary this year, currently has pending franchise deals in Albany and Rochester, New York; Baltimore, Maryland; Columbus, Ohio; Knoxville, Tennessee; and several other markets that are expected to close by year-end.

For more information, please visit

www.junkluggers.com

Obituary: Harry Wiltsey, of Gloucester City

Gloucester City – Surrounded by his loving family. On November 25, 2019. Age 77. Loving husband of the late Kathleen Wiltsey. Cherished father of Harry Wiltsey, Jr., Christian Wiltsey (Lisa) and Jason Wiltsey (Jennifer). Devoted grandfather of Jason Wiltsey, Jr. Dear Brother of Thomas Wiltsey and Matilda Meloni.

Honoring the wishes of Harry, all services and burial will be held privately at a later date.

Condolences and Memories may be shared at

www.mccannhealey.com

under the obituary of Harry Wiltsey.

Funeral Arrangements and Inquiries may be made through:

McCANN-HEALEY FUNERAL HOME

Gloucester City

Ph: 856-456-1142