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Area Contact Information Contents Who to Call......................................2 Community Events........................3-4 Valley Forge Park News...............6-7 Sullivan's Bridge Open ....................8 School Bus Law................................9 King of Prussia Mall How it Developed...................10-12 Recipe Page...................................13 Small Business Saturday..........14-15 Antique Area Map....................16-17 Home Maintenance Tips................18 Is Texting Bad For You...................19 Hurricane Season ..........................20 Fall Storms ....................................21 Red Cross Needs You......................22 Yard Waste Collection....................24 Leaf Collection...............................25 Recycling Events.............................26 TV Recycling Options .....................27 Police Department News ...............28 Emergency Notifications ................29 Fire Prevention..............................30
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Upper Merion Township's Holiday Hoopla! Friday, December 2nd 6:30pm - 8pm Bring the Family to Light Up the Holiday Season! Upper Merion Township Building 175 West Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia Tree Lighting Ceremony with Chorus, Live Holiday Music (UMSSC Band), Visit with Santa, Hot Cocoa and Cookies, Children's Crafts, Face Painting, Nor-View Farms Holiday Greens Sale, Dance Performances, Gingerbread Village with Train, Contest Award Announcements Holiday Lights Contest Enjoy Decorating? Enter your House! WIN A PRIZE!!
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Halloween is a scary time of year, but we all can help to make sure that children have a safe holiday with the following tips. Keep in mind that we all have a responsibility to ensure the safety of our children please drive carefully, be alert, and be courteous! Masks are not recommended because they can obstruct a child's vision. Instead, use face paints or makeup. Use hypoallergenic, non-toxic kits.
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Keep your home safe for visiting trick-or-treaters. Remove anything a child could trip over, such as garden hoses, toys, bikes, and lawn decorations. Check outdoor lights and replace burned out bulbs.
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Parents of younger children should discard choking hazards such as gum, peanuts, hard candies, or small toys.
Costumes should be flameretardant and fit properly. Avoid oversized shoes, heels, and long skirts. These could cause a child to fall. Children who trick-or-treat Wet leaves should be swept after dark should have from walkways and steps. reflective tape on the c o s t u m e s a n d c a r r y a And, finally, please remember that flashlight or glow stick. Halloween is for children of all ages…so get involved with your U s e c a u t i o n a n d g o o d little ghost or goblin! judgment when crossing streets. Let's be careful out there!
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Community Events Come join us at the Upper Merion Farmers Market in King of Prussia! Come and see why our patrons rave about our family-friendly, community-focused market. We feature a wide selection of farm-fresh goods and sustainable products from local vendors and also host many fun-filled events with live music.
November 19th - 9 am Chili Tasting - $5 The Upper Merion Farmers Market is marking off the end of their regular Market season with their annual Chili Cook-off Contest beginning at 9 am on November 19th. Market patrons are welcome to sample contestants' chili creations for a fee of $5, and also, cast a vote for their favorite one. The Farmers Market Committee will end the judging at 12:30 pm and announce the first, second, third, and honorable mention winners at 12:45 pm. Interested in registering? No fee for registering but you must make a pot of chili. Registration forms must be turned in no later than 4 pm on Monday, November 14th, to the Upper Merion Township Parks & Rec Department at the Community Center on W Valley Forge Road or to the committee booth at the Upper Merion Farmers Market.
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Valley Forge National Historical Park News Park Battles Invasive Species th on the 100 Anniversary of the National Park Service! This August, the National Park Service celebrated its 100th anniversary - and festivities are going on all year long in many National Parks. But beyond the celebrations, our parks are struggling against invasive species encroaching on these precious environments. The invaders can be both flora and fauna - and Valley Forge National Historic Park, one of the most beloved landmarks in Pennsylvania, is fighting everything from rusty crayfish to Japanese stiltgrass. Non-native, invasive plants and animals are some of the world's greatest conservation concerns. As knowledge and technology advance, humans intrude into previously uninhabited areas, and increase construction in established sites. This expansion is natural and necessary for the advancement of our kind, but it impacts our environment in ways that may not be obvious. Humans travel more frequently and farther into wilderness areas nowadays, which increases the likelihood that these seeds or sentient species get introduced into pristine environments. Like all animals, people have the ability to perpetuate the distribution of plants through seed dispersal - whether by passive or active
means. Nearly everything we do has the potential to passively spread organisms; seeds get stuck in mud on vehicles, bikes, or hiking shoes; moving firewood carries seeds and insects; ingesting seeds when eating fruits or vegetables causes us to deposit seeds elsewhere through digestion. And humans also intentionally move plants to new areas for agricultural, aesthetic, subsistence farming, wildlife management, forestry, or industrial reasons. It can be argued that this has occurred all throughout the history of life on Earth, however the difference is that we now travel enormous
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to these types of organisms as they "invade" the habitats of native species. Some may also have allelopathic properties, meaning they alter their surroundings by changing the soil chemistry or emitting toxic chemicals that inhibit the growth of others. Without a system of natural checks and balances, they often spread quickly and without impediment - resulting in a vegetative community dominated by plants that cannot be utilized by local animals. Valley Forge Park battles multiple invasive species, but here are just three prominent examples: autumn olive (Elaeagnus umbellata), tree-of-heaven (Ailanthus altissima), and Japanese stiltgrass (Microstigium vimineum). Each comes from a different part of the world, and each has been introduced to this region in a variety of ways. They spread rapidly, making them costly and difficult to control.
Natural forest floor coverage distances in short periods of time, which enables more seeds, plants, and animals to survive transport. When this occurs, the "alien" plant or animal will often have no natural population controls such as predators, diseases, or pests because none in the new area are adapted for its presence; thus, the term "invasive" is applied
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Valley Forge National Historical Park News control is an on-going issue for conservationists and management agencies. But by gaining the skill to identify these plants and animals, we can aid in the fight. Field guides are often relatively cheap, and a wealth of information exists on the internet for invasive species - both plant and animal.
Autumn olive was introduced from Europe as a supplemental food for wildlife due to its vigorous ability to produce its namesake fruit. It is a shrub that grows quite large and becomes very thick, allowing for its use in natural livestock fencing. While the fruit is beneficial to many types of wildlife, it competes with native trees and shrubs such as oaks, suppressing their ability to become dominant and produce acorns (which are more nutritious than autumn olives).
Here are three tips on how to help control invasive species: No matter what your outdoor recreational pursuit may be, take the time to clean your gear as thoroughly as possible both before and after you plan on visiting a new place. Firewood should only be collected and burned in the areas from which it actually grew. Wash your outdoor power equipment such as lawn mowers, tractors, chain saws, or ATVs before transporting them to the next job or recreational site.
Japanese stiltgrass was traditionally used for packaging materials. It is not a tree or shrub but has allelopathic properties which change the soil to be unsuitable for other plants, often resulting in decreased species diversity.
Tree-of-heaven is from the Middle East and was introduced for aesthetic reasons. It has a beautiful purple flower but its wood is very soft and unusable for most wood products. Like autumn olive, its invasive properties cause it to suppress other more valuable timber trees. Millions of dollars, countless labor hours, and a large amount of research are used to control non-native species, especially in areas of special conservation like our National and State Parks, Forests, and Wildlife Refuges. Comparatively little invasive species control occurs in residential and industrial areas, and as a result, visitors are prone to carry these species into our conservation areas. Thus, invasive species
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Help spread the word about these environmental threats and provide future generations with a healthy, natural world! And please consider volunteering at Valley Forge Historical Park to help keep trails clean, assist in the visitor's center, preserve our native crayfish - and contribute to the overall health and biodiversity of our park! www.nps.gov/vafo/getinvolved/volunteer.htm More information on Valley Forge National Historic Park: www.nps.gov/vafo Joshua Daniel is a Wildlife Manager over 5 State Management Areas in West Virginia. He enjoys fly-fishing and free-lance writing. Contact Josh at Joshua.r.daniel85@gmail.com
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Sullivan's Bridge Open NEW TRAIL BRIDGE The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation has completed construction of a new four-span pedestrian/bicycle trail bridge over the Schuylkill River in Valley Forge National Historical Park (VFNHP). The trail bridge enhances bicycle and pedestrian travel and provides a safe, regional connection between the Schuylkill River Trail and the trail system within VFNHP. The new bridge is a pre-stressed concrete structure that is 14 feet wide and 604 feet long. Construction was completed August 19th, 2016.
TRAIL BRIDGE NAME The National Park Service and the Friends of Valley Forge National Park sponsored a contest in 2013 to name the new pedestrian/bicycle trail bridge. Last September, it was announced that the trail bridge would be called "Sullivan's Bridge" after Major General John Sullivan, the officer
who was charged by General George Washington with building a bridge across the Schuylkill River during the 1777-78 Valley Forge winter encampment of the Continental Army.
VFNHP and the Schuylkill River Trail, and allows for a connection with a future Upper Merion Township Trail on the south side of the Schuylkill River. Previously, citizens crossed the Schuylkill River by walking on a narrow boardwalk path on the west side of the U.S. 422 bridge. This path, which was 4 feet, 6 inches wide, had been in place on U.S. 422 since the Old Betzwood Bridge was removed in 1995.
ADDITIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS In addition to building Sullivan's Bridge on the alignment of the former Old Betzwood Bridge, PennDOT's contractor replaced the nearby South Trooper Road bridge over the Schuylkill River Trail with a 60-foot long reinforced concrete arch structure; rehabilitated the 73foot long bridge over Norfolk Southern railroad tracks; replaced the South Trooper Road pavement with a 14foot wide asphalt trail between Station Lane (on the south side of the river) and the Riverview entrance (on the north side of the river); and rehabilitated South Trooper Road to accommodate two 14-foot wide travel lanes between the Riverview entrance and Susan Lane.
EMERGENCY ACCESS The new trail bridge is accessible to emergency vehicles weighing up to 20 tons. OWNERSHIP PennDOT will transfer ownership of the right-of-way and bridges built under this project to Upper Merion Township and West Norriton Township. Under a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA), the National Park Service will own and maintain the new trail bridge over the Schuylkill River and the bridge over the Norfolk Southern Railroad. West Norriton Township will own Trooper Road where it's open to vehicular traffic north of the Schuylkill River and the bridge over the Schuylkill River Trail.
BENEFITS The new trail bridge has improved recreational opportunities, expanded bicycle commuter options, improved access for VFNHP visitors and promotes green travel patterns. It provides a vastly improved route for pedestrians and bicyclists to cross the Schuylkill River when traveling between
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The conclusion of summer means our kids are back at school. Remember to safely share the roads with school buses, pedestrians and bicyclists, and provide children with the necessary knowledge to stay safe at school. Whether children walk, ride their bicycles or take the bus to school, it is extremely important that they and the motorists around them take proper safety precautions.
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The Development of the King of Prussia Mall The development of the King of Prussia Complex was originally conceived in 1959. The project was initially conceived by the developer as a discount community shopping center. It was originally developed as an open mall with two department stores, a Woolworth variety store, and a supermarket as anchor tenants. The site consists of two parcels of land. The Plaza is built on a site consisting of approximately 92 acres and The Court is situated on a site of approximately 34 acres. The condition of the soil on both sites was always a problem for the developer since the land consists of an underlying limestone belt and numerous "sink holes" are located beneath the land's surface which required extraordinary foundation design. In addition, two natural streams are located on the land now improved with the Plaza. The Court is a natural flood plain which required extensive soil replacement and relocation and enclosure of the stream flowing through the property.
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In 1959, the Kravco Company, then known as the M.A. Kravitz Company, Inc., began planning a community shopping center on a site of approximately 30 acres at the northeast corner of US Route 202 and Goddard Boulevard. The Court at King of Prussia now stands on this parcel. The Kravitz Company secured commitments from E.J. Korvette for a discount department store of approximately 190,000 square feet (including a 30,000 square foot furniture and carpet store), as well as a 30,000 square foot unit of a regional supermarket chain. At that time, both these stores were successful retailers but both have since gone out of business. The development was designed as a typical community "strip" shopping center.
Acme. Finally, the Kravitz Company also secured an option to purchase an additional 36 acres to round out the entire tract. With all land parcels under control, the developer relocated the shopping center to the Acme parcel and redesigned the architectural plans to provide for a configuration which included a combination convenience shopping center and an open mall. The development concept provided for three department stores, including E.J. Korvette, and J.C. Penney, and made provisions to include a third department store at a later date.
Zoning approval was obtained to support the project, however, a competitive supermarket, Acme Stores, owned approximately 96 acres on the other side of Goddard Boulevard. The developer negotiated an arrangement to exchange the original thirty acres for a parcel of like size owned by Acme and simultaneously purchased an additional thirty acres from
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The Company secured a commitment from the John Wanamaker Company, on of Philadelphia's three dominant department store merchants, to locate a branch store in King of Prussia. In 1965, the new Wanamaker store opened in the Plaza in an attractive octagonal-shaped, free-standing building and became King of Prussia's first anchor tenant offering a full line of department store type merchandise.
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Wanamaker's entry into King of Prussia allowed the developer to plan a new twolevel, enclosed mall to be constructed around the J.C. Penney department store and by 1965 the developer was able to attract Gimbels to the center. The new twolevel mall connecting Wannamaker and Gimbels, with entrances to both the Penny and Korvette stores, opened in 1966. By 1966-67, King of Prussia Plaza had grown into a true regional shopping center which consisted of both open and enclosed mall areas in a total of approximately 1,300,000 square feet of GLA (Gross Leasable Area) including some 140 stores offering a full compliment of retail merchandise and services. The open mall area remained quite popular with shoppers. For many years, sales volumes of the stores fronting on the open mall exceeded the volumes of the stores in the enclosed mall. The Plaza remained in substantially this configuration until 1980-81.
The original 30 acres of unimproved land which was conveyed to Acme in 1961 was still vacant on the opposite side of Goddard Boulevard, the ring road surrounding King of Prussia Plaza. By 1976, Bamberger's agreed to consider the development of a free-standing store opposite Goddard Boulevard on this parcel. The developer was able to acquire the parcel from Acme and began planning a new two-level enclosed mall to be built on the site and to be anchored by Bamberger's and a second department store. Ultimately, Bloomingdale's agreed to join Bamberger's in the proposed new mall sponsored by Kravco organization. At the same time, management of Federated made the decision to locate one or more units of their Abraham & Strauss division in the Philadelphia area and selected King of Prussia as their first location. This circumstance necessitated creating a plan providing for a three-department store mall with approximately 250,000 square feet of mall shops on two levels in a total complex
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consisting of approximately 963,000 square feet. The three-department store mall also necessitated the relocation of Goddard Boulevard, a public road, in an easterly direction and on land which was a paved surface parking area for the Plaza in order to permit the new mall buildings to fit on the relatively small (34 acre) site and thereby provide for more land area for the proposed mall. After an extended period of rather complex physical planning, traffic analysis, and other engineering studies with the township, state highway officials, and the department store merchants, the developer was able to accomplish the relation of Goddard Boulevard. The developer also obtained the necessary approvals to construct a bridge over the relocated road to provide for a physical connection between the two malls. This proved to greatly facilitate the flow of automobile traffic between the two centers. The developer also constructed an outdoor canopy over a sidewalk connecting the two centers to more comfortably accommodate pedestrian access between the two malls.
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The Development of the King of Prussia Mall In 1983, Sears opened a new 215,000 square foot store at The Plaza, replacing Korvette's which had closed in 1982. A 140,000 square foot expansion of new mall shops, including a 25,000 square foot food court, also occurred at this time, making the total leasable area of the center 2,458,000 square feet.
In 2012, the sixth anchor store in The Plaza (the former Wanamaker's-Strawbridge'sMacy building) has been demolished and is being rebuilt into a 100,000 square foot two story building of 11 larger format mall specialty shops, opening in October 2012. An expansion plan to connect the Court to the Plaza through an enclosed corridor of 50 new shops and eateries was announced in November 2011 and opened in August 2016
Both the Plaza and The Court underwent an extensive $180 million renovation and expansion in the mid 90s. Lord & Taylor, along with 100 new high-end mall retailers, opened in 1995, and Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus opened in 1996. King of Prussia Mall expanded by 400,000 square feet to 2.85 million square feet of leasable area, becoming the second largest retail complex in the nation.
Today, King of Prussia has seven anchor department stores and over 430 retailers and restaurants. It is also the only location in the extended Philadelphia market for a number of high-end retailers including Louis Vuitton, Jimmy Choo, MCM, Diane von Furstenberg, Gucci, Hermes, Cartier, Tiffany & Co., and others.
In 2001, the three-level Abraham & Straus store at The Court was converted to The Pavilion at King of Prussia, featuring tenants such as The Cheesecake Factory, Morton's Steakhouse, Urban Outfitters and DSW Shoes.
King of Prussia Mall attracts over 20 million annually with tourists and out-of-market visitors accounting for an estimated 24% of the total. The mall has three parking decks, over 13,700 parking spaces and employs over 7,500 people.
Construction of the new mall, which was name the Court at King of Prussia, commenced in early 1980 and the mall opened in August 1981. Total project costs were over $70 million including the department store buildings and the parking garage. The garage cost over 11 million and is one of the largest parking structures in the eastern United States which was financed exclusively by private capital. The new Court was an instant overwhelming success. It was over 80% leased at the opening to a well-balanced collection of fashion-oriented stores, and sales volumes were excellent from the beginning.
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Heather's Recipe Page by Heather Chandler Although the weather isn't agreeing yet, we're headed full steam ahead into fall. I love soup year round, but Autumn is when everyone else gets on board with soup too. Here's a super simple recipe for a basic chicken soup that turns out delish - every. single. time.
It seems most of my best recipes involve chicken, and usually pasta. Makes sense since their two of my favorite foods that are really a blank canvas for a variety of flavors. As another example, here's a quick weeknight dinner that's a favorite in our family.
Chicken Noodle Soup
Chicken Pasta Primavera, serves 6
Dice: 1 small onion 2 carrots (I like using whole carrots and use them unpeeled) 2 stalks celery (you can include the tops too) Saute onion, carrot and celery in 2T olive oil until onion is clear. Add: 2C Diced cooked chicken (rotisserie works great!) 1t ground pepper 1t kosher salt 1/4c white wine Simmer 5 minutes Add: 1 box chicken stock 1/2c frozen chopped spinach 2t parsley 1/2t onion powder 1/2t garlic powder Scramble one egg and drizzle into boiling soup 2C egg noodles Simmer until noodles are cooked and carrots are fork tender.
Dice and saute in 3T olive oil: 1 small onion 1/2 sweet red pepper 2T minced garlic (I prefer the minced in a jar)
Add: 1lb diced chicken breast Saute until chicken is browned (but not cooked through) Add: 1/2C white wine and simmer 5 minutes Add: 1C chicken stock, bring back to a simmer Add: 1.5C small broccoli florets (fresh or frozen) 1.5C cut zucchini and/or yellow squash Simmer 5-8 minutes until vegetables are almost cooked Add: 1C light cream (whole or low fat milk can be sub) 2/3 grated parmesan 1t basil 1t parsley 12 cherry or grape tomatoes halved Simmer 5 more minutes, toss with 1lb cooked Angel Hair pasta Top with grated parm and garnish with parsley
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Small Business Saturday is November 26, 2016. flowers, too, knowing you supported a local vendor. November 26, 2016
41 Things to Do on Small Business Saturday
5. Feel like splurging on some bling? Visit your hometown jeweler. Buy something sparkly for yourself or someone special in your life. 6. Or just take care of your existing bling. There's more than one way to support a small business. If a new jewelry purchase isn't on your list, how about dropping off that watch or necklace that's in need of repair at the local jeweler?
Small businesses depend heavily on their local communities. As a customer, "pay it forward" and support small business in the way it matters most to them - through 7. Will you be traveling and your wallet. visiting relatives this season? Call the local pet sitter and make How Consumers Can sure "Spot" has some company Support Small Business and is well cared for while you're gone. Spending your money at local businesses improves the local economy. So it's not just about supporting a business - you're supporting your community, too. Here are things to do on Small Business Saturday: 1. Look and feel your best with a new holiday hairdo. Support your local beauty shop instead of fixing your own hair you'll love the way you look. And get a manicure or a pedicure at your local nail salon. 2. Is your home in disarray after that big Thanksgiving dinner? No worries. One quick call to a local house cleaner should have your domicile neat as a pin - and ready to entertain through the rest of the holiday season. 3. And who needs a trip to a national grocery chain? Buy fresh fruits and vegetables for your dinner table from the local farmers market. 4. Don't forget the flowers. While you're at the farmers market, buy some fresh flowers from the local flower vendor. They'll be great for your holiday entertaining. You'll feel good every time you look at the
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8. Add to your collectibles or pick up something nice for the house. Visit the local antique mall and treat yourself to a special treasure. Make it an outing and include your out-of-town guests, also. 9. You'll need wheels to do all that shopping. So keep those "wheels" greased and get your oil changed at the local mechanic's shop.
12. Or maybe your holiday best is still in good shape. The trouble is, maybe it hasn't been cleaned in a while. The local dry cleaner can help you with that. 13. Your printer is running low on ink and paper. Better stop and pick up some office supplies from the local, privately-owned supply store.
14. Here's a bright idea about holiday lights! Pay your landscaper (who's probably experiencing a slow down at this time of year) to do your exterior holiday decorating. 15. What if you don't want to cook when entertaining this year? Order something dangerously delectable from a local caterer for your upcoming Christmas party. 16. In need of an evening out after slaving over a hot oven on Thanksgiving? Hire your local babysitter for the evening. Take friends or your significant other out to dinner. 17. No need to shop in a grimy car. Stop at the local car wash or detailing shop and put a shine put on it.
10. Uh-oh. Is it snowing where you're at? Better call the local snow plow company. 11. Planning on wearing that great outfit for the holidays? Good news - you've lost weight (lucky you!). Time to visit the local seamstress to have that dress taken in.
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craft from an Etsy artisan or eBay entrepreneur. 19. And speaking of artisans, here's something else to consider. Doesn't a flatbread pizza from the local pizza parlor or bistro sound good tonight? 20. Looking for a special gift for a special someone? The best place to find something artsy or clever is a local craft show or boutique that carries unique gifts you won't find in a Big Box.
21. Say thanks with a huge potted plant. Need to bring a hostess gift to an upcoming party? Or what about a "thank you" to the individual who provided Thanksgiving dinner? Visit your local florist and pick up a gorgeous locally-grown poinsettia - or have it delivered. 22. Don't let lack of sun get you down - get a tan! For those in colder climates, brighten your day even if you can't get away for a tropical vacation. Visit your local tanning salon for 20 minutes of warm "sunshine." 23. Want your home in tip-top shape for holiday entertaining? If you're finding it hard to work around that broken drawer in the kitchen, don't worry. Hire a local handyman to come and make repairs before the big day. 24. Homemade holiday cookies sound good. If you simply do not have the time to bake cookies yourself, never fear. Ring up the local "cookie lady" (every town has one, you know you do) and place your holiday order in time.
Small Business Saturday is November 26, 2016. 25. If you ate too much turkey, consider it an opportunity. Maybe it's time to have a work out with your local physical fitness trainer or visit that locallyowned gym franchise today.
26. Avoid a doggy dilemma. If you have a pooch that will be alone while you're out for the day supporting small businesses, here's an idea. Hire a local dog walker to get your pup out and about, too. 27. And here's another idea for man's best friend. Picking up Spot's uhhh… "spots" in the backyard is no enjoyable task. But that's what the local pet waste cleanup company is for. 28. Dogs need pampering, too. While you're doing all of the above, Spot could use an appointment at the local pet groomer as well. (Don't forget that pretty little bow or bow tie!) 29. Make beautiful music. Have a piano collecting dust that you'd like to play when company visits, but haven't played it in years? Call the local music teacher for a brush-up lesson. Or two.
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If you yourself own a small business, you know how important it is to support other business owners. You, too, can support Small Business Saturday. Here are ways to meet your business's needs with the products and services local entrepreneurs provide. 30. Order in for lunch. If Small Business Saturday isn't a day off for you and your employees, at least try to enjoy it. Call the local deli and have a lunch tray delivered. 31. Remember those delicious cookies? Don't just order them for yourself and your family. Place a cookie order with a local bakery. When you get the cookies, put them in pretty boxes or festive bags, and deliver them to clients and customers as holiday thank-you gifts. 32. Get a little artsy. Retail store owners, hire a local artist to paint your store display windows with nostalgic holiday scenes that evoke emotion for the holidays. You'll be helping your business and supporting another! 33. Just relax. Call and schedule a day outing at a locally-owned spa to treat your team. Or schedule a masseuse in
for chair massages for the entire office one afternoon.
34. Nothing says thank you like caffeine. Consultants, buy one of your cherished clients a gift certificate to a local cafe. Send it to him or her as appreciation for the support of your business. 35. Is your computer at work running slow? Make a note to hire a local IT specialist to come in the following week and give it a boost. 36. Kick that holiday party up a notch. Hire a local event planner to plan for your upcoming office party. Hurry! You don't have much time left, so call today. 37. Order branded calendars and holiday cards. Visit your local printer or locallyowned UPS Store franchise and order calendars and holiday cards. 38. Decorate your website for the holidays. Send an email to your Web designer. Hire him or her to design a festive holiday "skin" or header for your website.
39. Order Amish goodie boxes. The Amish are a very entrepreneurial group and have websites where they sell Amish cheese, meats, gifts and more. Place your order for gift boxes for employees and clients, today. 40. Contribute to a local cause. Even small non-profits need money to survive, pay their workers and perform their good works. So support a small nonprofit in your area. Mail a contribution check today. You'll be putting money back into your local community … and doing good. 41. Get started on next year's marketing strategy. Get serious about next year's goals. Email your marketing or PR agency - before you forget - to schedule a meeting to work on some marketing initiatives for next year. Last but not least - don't stop buying after Small Business Saturday. Make this list of things to do on Small Business Saturday come alive 365 days of the year. When it's time to make a purchase, shop your local area first. "Shop small" online whenever you can. And "dine small" at local restaurants and eateries, too, throughout the year. By Shawn Hessinger, smallbiztrends.com. Images via Shutterstock
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Home Maintenance Tips Disposable Wipes Causing Problems!
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Did you know that even if wipes are labeled "flushable" or "disposable" they still don't degrade in the system?
Flushing them is like flushing a handkerchief or other cloth item. We are seeing more of a problem with wipes being flushed and causing issues with the pumps. Our sewer systems and treatment plants were not designed to handle wipes. They gum up the system, clog pipes and pumps, and cost taxpayers and residents a lot of money in additional maintenance costs. In addition, many homeowners have experienced plumbing problems because of wipes, so you may have expensive maintenance issues at home if you flush them. If you must use wipes, put them in the trash, not the toilet.
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No, we’re not talking about the weather! FOG stands for the Fats, Oils and Grease from food preparation, packaged food and food scraps. How do you dispose of your FOGs? If you have been putting them down the drain, you need to know that fats, oils and grease stick to the insides of sewer pipes when washed down the kitchen plumbing system. This solidifies and can block pipes. Clogged pipes cause sewer backups and sewage spills on residential property and on the street, which ultimately leads to costly sewer backups and overflows, increased sewer rates and public health and environmental hazards as it washes down storm drains and into bays, water ways and creeks. How should I dispose of my FOG materials? Glad you asked!
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Is Texting Bad For You? How You Hold Your Phone Matters! Go the Mall or some other public place, and what do you tend to see people holding? If you said their Smart Phones, you'd be right. Technology has advanced far enough that we have limitless access to people and the internet. That is, of course, if your plan allows for it. This technology is not necessarily damaging, but when you see a person using their phone in ways other than making phone calls, how do you see them holding it? How do YOU hold your smart phone? Most people have their heads forward, looking down with the phone almost against their body. THIS is the problem. How you hold your phone matters greatly.
pounds at 30 degrees, 49 pounds at 45 degrees and 60 pounds at 60 degrees." That type of head positioning puts incredible stress on the structures of the neck. For example, the muscles strain and tighten, the bones are stuck in awkward positions, and the ligaments, joints, and discs are deformed. If you thought that this sounds al lot like Structural Shift and Spinal Dysfunction, you'd be absolutely right! It gets more complicated when young children do this. Yes, the same things happen, but they do so with the added complication that the body is still growing and the brain is still developing. When a child adopts "Text Neck" positioning, the muscles do not contract as they should. It creates weakened muscles, called Hypotonia, which can influence the way brains develop. Since the developing brain needs input form muscles, change the input, and you change the development. Researchers have done brain scans on children with neck hypotonia, and found their brains to actually be smaller. 0 degrees 10-12lbs
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Hurricane Season - Know the Hazards The major hazards associated with hurricanes are: Storm Surge & Storm Tide Heavy Rainfall & Inland Flooding High Winds Rip Currents Tornadoes
Storm Surge & Storm Tide
Storm surge and large waves produced by hurricanes pose the greatest threat to life and property along the coast. Storm Surge is an abnormal rise of water generated by a storm's winds. Storm surge can reach heights well over 20 feet and can span hundreds of miles of coastline.
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Storm Tide is the water level rise during a storm due to the
combination of storm surge and the astronomical tide. The destructive power of storm surge and large battering waves can result in loss of life, buildings destroyed, beach and dune erosion and road and bridge damage along the coast. Storm surge can travel several miles inland. In estuaries and bayous, salt water intrusion endangers public health and the environment.
Heavy Rainfall & Inland Flooding
Tropical cyclones often produce widespread, torrential rains in excess of 6 inches, which may result in deadly and destructive floods. In fact, flooding is the major threat from tropical cyclones for people living inland. Flash flooding, defined as a rapid rise in water levels, can occur quickly due to intense rainfall. Longer term flooding on rivers and streams can persist for several days after the storm. When approaching water on a roadway, always remember Turn Around - Don't Drown. Rainfall amounts are not directly related to the strength of tropical cyclones but rather to the speed and size of the storm, as well as the geography of the area. Slower moving and larger storms produce more rainfall. In addition, mountainous terrain enhances rainfall from a tropical cyclone.
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Q: What should I do if I'm caught outside during a lightning storm? A: Lightning strikes tall targets, so move to a low point and crouch down. Stay away from trees. Avoid metal objects (bats, golf clubs, fishing rods, tennis rackets, tools, ladders). And stay away from water (pools, lakes, puddles). Q: Am I safer in or out of my car during a lightning storm? A: You are safer in your car. Do not leave your vehicle during a thunderstorm. Q: What should I do if I encounter a downed power line? A: Stay away from all downed power lines, and do not drive over downed power lines. If you are standing near a line that falls down, shuffle away keeping both feet together and on the ground. If you are in a car near
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Red Cross Needs You The American Red Cross has a presence in nearly every community in the United States and around the world. And now, they need YOU! If you are able, find a blood drive near you by visiting www.redcrossblood.org and sign up today.
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The American Red Cross "prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.?"
Vision Statement
"The American Red Cross, through its strong network of volunteers, donors and partners, is always there in times of need. They aspire to turn compassion into action so that... ...all people affected by disaster across the country and around the world receive care, shelter and hope; ...our communities are ready and prepared for disasters; ...everyone in our country has access to safe, lifesaving blood and blood products; ...all members of our armed services and their families find support and comfort whenever needed; and ...in an emergency, there are always trained individuals nearby, ready to use their Red Cross skills to save lives."
Fundamental Principles of the Global Red Cross Network
Humanity - The Red Cross, born of a desire to bring assistance without discrimination to the wounded on the battlefield, endeavors, in its international and national capacity, to prevent and alleviate human suffering wherever it may be found. Its purpose is to protect life and health and to ensure respect for the human being. It promotes mutual understanding, friendship, cooperation and lasting peace amongst all peoples. Impartiality - It makes no discrimination as to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class or political opinions. It endeavors to relieve the suffering of individuals, being guided solely by their needs, and to give priority to the most urgent cases of distress. Neutrality - In order to continue to enjoy the confidence of all, the Red Cross may not take sides in hostilities or engage at any time in controversies of a political, racial, religious or ideological nature.
Independence - The Red Cross is independent. The national societies, while auxiliaries in the humanitarian services of their governments and subject to the laws of their respective countries, must always maintain their autonomy so that they may be able at all times to act in accordance with Red Cross principles. Voluntary Service - The Red Cross is a voluntary relief movement not prompted in any manner by desire for gain. Unity - There can be only one Red Cross society in any one country. It must be open to all. It must carry on its humanitarian work throughout its territory. Universality - The Red Cross is a worldwide institution in which all societies have equal status and share equal responsibilities and duties in helping each other.
Working to Ensure an Adequate Blood Supply
The Red Cross is constantly working to increase the availability of blood and blood products. This includes educating potential donors about healthy habits that will reduce deferrals such as for low iron, improving the yield from platelet donors, and using containers that extend the time that blood can be safely shipped. Increasing diverse blood donor recruitment is critical to the future of our Nation's blood supply. The Red Cross is implementing initiatives throughout the country to increase the number of blood donors in diverse communities and raise awareness of the need to give blood. The Red Cross also works to find rare blood donors to meet the specialized needs of patients all over the country. Through its 39 Immunohematology Reference Laboratories, offering support to hospitals across the country, and its collaboration with AABB on the American Rare Donor Program, the Red Cross helps ensure that patients will get the blood they need at any time of the day or night.
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Phoenixville Hospital Welcomes New Physician Orthopedic Surgeon Michael J. Messina, MD, Joins Valley Forge Orthopaedics Dr. Messina is a Harvard Fellowship-trained Shoulder/Elbow and Sports Medicine Specialist in Orthopaedic Surgery. He completed his Orthopaedic Surgery residency training at the University of Colorado and received his medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine. Dr. Messina grew up in Wayne, PA. He is a graduate of Conestoga High School and Penn State University, where he received a BS in pre-medicine from the Schreyer Honors College. Dr. Messina has highly subspecialized fellowship training from Harvard University in comprehensive management of shoulder pathology on a full spectrum from sports related injuries to advanced arthritis requiring reconstructive, joint replacement surgery. Additionally, he has a particular interest in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine of the entire body where he employs advanced, minimally invasive arthroscopic surgical techniques. Dr. Messina will see patients in Phoenixville, Limerick and Paoli and will perform procedures at Phoenixville Hospital and Paoli Hospital, as well as the Surgery Center of the Main Line and Surgery Center at Limerick. With a practice philosophy of collaborative, personalized, patient-centered care and joint decision-making, Dr. Messina welcomes new patients and accepts most major insurance programs. Call 610-644-7755 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Messina.
Phoenixville Hospital Among First In Region To Offer New Therapy For Stroke Prevention For Patients With A-Fib Phoenixville Hospital is proud to be among the first hospitals in the Philadelphia region to offer patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (AF) a new stroke prevention therapy alternative to long-term warfarin medication with the newly approved WATCHMAN Left Atrial Appendage Closure Implant. For patients with AF who are considered suitable for warfarin by their physicians but who have reason to seek a non-drug alternative, the implant is an alternative to reduce their risk of AF-related stroke. The implant closes off an area of the heart called the left atrial appendage to keep harmful blood clots from entering the blood stream and potentially causing a stroke. Over time, patients may be able to stop taking warfarin. People with atrial fibrillation have a five times greater risk of stroke. Atrial fibrillation can cause blood to pool and form clots in the left atrial appendage and this is believed to be the source of the majority of stroke-causing blood clots.2 Blood clots can break loose and travel in the blood stream to the brain, lungs, and other parts of the body. Electrophysiologist Vadim Levin, MD is one of the region's most experienced physicians in treating patients with atrial fibrillation. Dr. Levin was among the first few physicians in the state of Pennsylvania to perform the left atrial appendage closure implant procedures. "For patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation who are seeking an alternative to warfarin, this device offers a potentially life-changing stroke risk treatment option which could free them from the challenges of long-term warfarin therapy," says Levin. Implanting the device is a one-time procedure that usually lasts about an hour. Following the procedure, patients typically need to stay in the hospital for 24 hours. FDA-approved in the United States, the device has been implanted in more than 10,000 patients and is approved in more than 70 countries around the world. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Levin or to learn more about the Watchman implant, call 610-326-8005, extension 184.
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Yard Waste Collection & Yard Maintenance GUIDELINES:
ITEMS THAT WILL BE COLLECTED: • Tree branches no longer than 40 inches in length, in bundles no larger than 24 inches in diameter. These must be tied with biodegradable string or twine. • Tree limbs 5 inches or less in diameter. • Hedge and shrub trimmings bundled and tied. These must be tied with biodegradable string or twine. • Stumps from ornamental shrubbery with dirt removed. ITEMS THAT WILL NOT BE COLLECTED: • Tree limbs with nails, wire, or any metal or cement. • Bundles with thorns, poison ivy or oak, wire, metal, or concrete stones. • Pressure-treated wood. • Landscape timbers. • Railroad ties. • Logs or firewood. • Grass clippings. • Materials cut by contracted services. • Plastic bags are not accepted. SCHEDULING PICK-UP: Yard waste will be collected on Wednesday and Thursday. Residents who want their yard waste removed during these periods must notify the Public Works Department by: • Calling: 610-265-8465 (Hotline); or • Submitting a "Yard Waste Request" form located on the
Township's website. (Main page, lower right-hand corner, select "Request for Services Form") • Requests must be made before 12:00 pm on the Tuesday of the week residents wish to have their yard waste removed.
IF YOU DO NOT MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, YOUR YARD WASTE WILL NOT BE REMOVED! As you maintain your lawn this fall, be sure you don't accidentally dump grass clippings and other waste into storm drains. Leaf litter and yard waste dumped into a stormwater basin or near a waterway can cause harmful nutrient accumulation. Leaves swept into the street can enter storm drains and make their way into the nearest creek as well. Excess lawn fertilizer can wash away with the rain and bare soil can also run off into streams and cause sediment pollution. Grass clippings, and the chemicals on them, wash into storm drains that empty into streams. Their decomposition causes a lack of oxygen for fish and aquatic life.
Think Twice Before Planting Bamboo
Ordinance, property owners are to keep sidewalks clear of any growth that could interfere with travel.
Bamboo may seem like an attractive garden option, but it can pose serious problems. Some bamboo species can be very invasive and extremely difficult to contain. Bamboo's hardiness and rapid growth sprouts can grow 12 inches in a day can make it a problematic plant for most yards. Bamboo can spread underground as quickly as it grows and it doesn't respect sidewalks, fences or property lines.
DCNR encourages gardeners to choose native plants that will help preserve the state's biodiversity and plant heritage. Because Pennsylvania's native plants are meant to grow here, they thrive with less maintenance and serve as pollinators, attract wildlife, and reduce other unwanted species. For a list of native plants, visit http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/fore stry/plants/nativeplants/.
The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) lists Golden Bamboo on its "Watch List" as a species that has the potential to act aggressively and is not preferred in natural settings. According to a DCNR fact sheet, this "running" type of bamboo will often find its way out of confinement and infest nearby areas. Should you already have bamboo on your property, please note that it's your responsibility to maintain it, especially if it is growing near sidewalks. Under Township
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Leaf Collection Program Begins October 31, 2016 During leaf collection season:
Zone 1, Zone 2 and Zone 3 have two (2) leaf collections scheduled per zone. Staff removes leaves that are placed at the curb and/or in biodegradable paper bags. Leaves and bags must be curbside on the Monday of the scheduled week of pick-up. If you do not have your leaves ready and/or you miss the first scheduled removal, a second removal has been arranged for your Zone. You may view the schedule during Leaf Collection season. If you still have leaves after the second scheduled removal, please place them in a paper biodegradable bag and bring them to the Compost Site for processing. As stated in the "Guidelines" below, the leaves are composted into mulch and provided free for township residents. After Leaf Collection season, staff will convert the leaf collection trucks into snow and ice maintenance trucks. In the event inclement weather (snow, sleet and/or ice) occurs during leaf collection season, equipment used to remove leaves will be converted and adjustments will be made to the Leaf Collection Program.
Guidelines
For more than 40 years, the
Upper Merion Township Public Works Department annual leaf collection program has collected more than 1,500 tons of leaves each year and composts them on a five-acre site on West Beidler Road. The composting program is completely natural; and no chemicals are used. Residents may deposit their leaves directly at the Compost Site between 7:00 AM and 3:00 PM on weekdays; 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM on Saturdays; and 12:00 noon to 4:00 PM on Sundays. (Compost Site Address: 694 Beidler Road, King of Prussia, PA) Leaves and bags should be curbside on the Monday of the week scheduled for a particular neighborhood. Leaf piles can be two feet wide and should not block stormwater drains. Weather permitting, a final sweep of all neighborhoods will be held in December after the scheduled pick-ups
Procedures
To be collected, leaves must be raked to the curb or be in biodegradable paper (not plastic) leaf bags along your curb. Paper bags are available at your local home center. Leaves and bags must be curbside on the Monday of the scheduled week of pick-up. Township employees and equipment are not permitted on private property for collections. Leaves or bags will not be collected if leaves contain
sticks, stones, or other debris. Please make sure leaf piles are no more than two feet wide. Keep stormwater drains, inlets, roadways, and sidewalks free from leaf piles. Keep trees trimmed to 11 feet above edge of pavement to allow for the passage of collection trucks. Leaf and grass burning are prohibited.
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November 12, 2016 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Upper Merion Township Heuser Park 694 W. Beidler Road Upper Merion Township is proud to offer local residents the opportunity to responsibly recycle obsolete electronics on Saturday, November 12, 2016. This service is available to all residents and small business with fewer than 50 employees. Electronics will be recycled by eForce Compliance, Philadelphia's first Certified Responsible Recycler. We will accept all electronic devices with a plug, NO
SMOKE DETECTORS, LARGE APPLIANCES, or PROJECTIONS TVs will be accepted.
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ACCEPTED ITEMS INCLUDE: Cell Phones Telephones Cameras Calculators
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Small Appliances Fax Machines Typewriters
$30 fee per TV or Computer Monitor $100 per wooden consoleor projection TV $10 per microwave, dehumidifer, air conditioner Coupon of equal or greater value provided for all TVs or Monitors charged. Alternative Date: October 29, 2016 Location: Wilson Farm Park, 500 Lee Road in Tredyffrin Township!
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Options for Electronics Recycling Pennsylvania state law requires that televisions and computers be recycled and prohibits their disposal as trash. Best Buy and Staples stores run year-round electronics recycling programs accepting computers and various electronics, but TVs and monitors are not accepted. Acceptable items will be taken for recycling at no charge and with no purchase required. Check their websites for details, bestbuy.com and staples.com.
For more information and an A-Z recycling guide, visit MontgomeryCountyRecycles.org Haul-out companies such as 1-800-GOT-JUNK or 1-800-HAUL-OUT offer TV pickup for a fee. The Montgomery County Recycling Office offers additional options for television disposal: A.J. Catagnus 1299 W. James Street, Norristown 610-277-2727 Liberty Thrift 3841 Ridge Pike, Collegeville 610-831-9856
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Police Department News MODERN DAY POLICING
A forum discussing multiple agencies involved in assisting local police EVOLUTION OF MODERN POLICING
Past policing practices consisted of simply catching criminals and locking them up. When the prosecution phase was complete, the police had essen-tially fulfilled their duty. However, history has shown this philosophy lacking in substance with regard to reducing the rate of recidivism, preventing future criminal behavior and caring for the needs of victims. Therefore, the role of police in society needed to be expanded beyond an "arrest only" mentality to a philosophy of intervention, teaching, and community partnerships. This new philosophy includes close working relationships with social service or-ganizations, schools, health & wellness professionals and all agencies across the criminal justice spectrum. The Upper Merion Township Police Forum will examine four (4) specific areas of modern policing where social services, private organizations, local, county, state,
and federal law enforcement agencies work together in furtherance of the modern policing philosophy. Emphasis will be placed on victimology and victim assistance so that attendees will better understand their risks as well as their role in prevention. Adults over the age of 18 yrs. are invited to attend any one or all of the forums. Upper Merion Township Building (Freedom Hall) 175 West Valley Forge Road King of Prussia, PA 19406 Domestic Violence Monday October 24, 2016 at 7:00 PM
Please join us for interesting and educational information about these contemporary issues.
Congratulations to Officer Michael Loane. Loane is a 2012 graduate of the Upper Merion Area High School. In May of 2016 he graduated from Penn State University with a Bachelor's degree in Criminology. He has previously completed internships with the Mifflin County Police Department and the Lower Merion Township Police Department. Loane started his employment with the Upper Merion Township Police Department on Monday, July 4th, and started at the Montgomery County Police Academy on Monday, July 11th. Welcome aboard Off. Michael Loane, who is pictured with his proud father William. King of Prussia News
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In Memory Of Judy A. Vicchio Judy Vicchio was an Upper Merion Township employee for 48 years and a lifelong resident of Swedesburg. Judy began her career at UMT as secretary to the Chief of Police, and was most recently employed as the Assistant Township Manager prior to her retirement in 2013. She continued to serve her community in many ways, including chairing the Tricentennial Committee, and her presence will be missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her. The township flag was lowered in her honor and memory.
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Fire Prevention Month REPLACE SMOKE ALARMS EVERY 10 YEARS OCTOBER IS FIRE PREVENTION MONTH
firepreventionweek.org Fire Prevention Week was established to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire, the tragic 1871 conflagration that killed more than 250 people, left 100,000 homeless, destroyed more than 17,400 structures and burned more than 2,000 acres. The fire began on October 8, but continued into and did most of its damage on October 9, 1871. Commemorating a conflagration According to popular legend, the fire broke out after a cow - belonging to Mrs. Catherine O'Leary - kicked over a lamp, setting first the barn, then the whole city on fire. Chances are you've heard some version of this story yourself; people have been blaming the Great Chicago Fire on the cow and Mrs. O'Leary, for more than 130 years. But recent research by Chicago historian Robert Cromie has helped to debunk this version of events. The 'Moo' myth Like any good story, the 'case of the cow' has some truth to it. The great fire almost certainly started near the barn where Mrs. O'Leary kept her five milking cows. But there is no proof that O'Leary was in the barn when the fire broke out - or that a jumpy cow sparked the blaze. Mrs. O'Leary herself swore that she'd been in bed early that night, and that the cows were also tucked in for the evening.
But if a cow wasn't to blame for the huge fire, what was? Over the years, journalists and historians have offered plenty of theories. Some blamed the blaze on a couple of neighborhood boys who were near the barn sneaking cigarettes. Others believed that a neighbor of the O'Leary's may have started the fire. Some people have speculated that a fiery meteorite may have fallen to earth on October 8, starting several fires that day - in Michigan and Wisconsin, as well as in Chicago. The biggest blaze that week While the Great Chicago Fire was the bestknown blaze to start during this fiery twoday stretch, it wasn't the biggest. That distinction goes to the Peshtigo Fire, the most devastating forest fire in American history. The fire, which also occurred on October 8th, 1871, and roared through Northeast Wisconsin, burning down 16 towns, killing 1,152 people, and scorching 1.2 million acres before it ended. Historical accounts of the fire say that the blaze began when several railroad workers clearing land for tracks unintentionally started a brush fire. Before long, the fastmoving flames were whipping through the area 'like a tornado,' some survivors said. It was the small town of Peshtigo, Wisconsin that suffered the worst damage. Within an hour, the entire town had been destroyed.
Nine decades of fire prevention Those who survived the Chicago and Peshtigo fires never forgot what they'd been through; both blazes produced countless tales of bravery and heroism. But the fires also changed the way that firefighters and public officials thought about fire safety. On the 40th anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire, the Fire Marshals Association of North America (today known as the International Fire Marshals Association), decided that the anniversary of the Great Chicago Fire should henceforth be observed not with festivities, but in a way that would keep the public informed about the importance of fire prevention. The commemoration grew incrementally official over the years. In 1920, President Woodrow Wilson issued the first National Fire Prevention Day proclamation, and since 1922, Fire Prevention Week has been observed on the Sunday through Saturday period in which October 9 falls. According to the National Archives and Records Administration's Library Information Center, Fire Prevention Week is the longest running public health and safety observance on record. The President of the United States has signed a proclamation proclaiming a national observance during that week every year since 1925. This year's Fire Prevention Week theme, "Don't Wait, Check the Date!" encouraged everyone to know how old their smoke alarms are and how often they need to be replaced. Smoke alarms should be replaced every 10 years. To find out how old a smoke alarm is, look at the date of manufacture on the back of the alarm; the alarm should be replaced 10 years from that date.
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