David Letterman's Alleged Extortionist Joe Halderman Could Face 15 Years Oct 3, 2009
" After handing off the package, Halderman allegedly said he would contact Letterman at 8 a.m. to further discuss the matter. Letterman immediately called his lawyer, who met with Halderman at the Essex Hotel on September 15, when Halderman allegedly tried to extort $2 million from Letterman in exchange for keeping the news of the affairs quiet. reported that Halderman held three meetings with Letterman's lawyers at the Essex Hotel the last two of which were recorded and that at the third one,... (VHI.com -- Music News)
Heavy police presence quiets Jin violence Oct 1, 2009
Joining the contingent were officers assigned to the State Police, a gang unit, Melrose Police, Malden Police, the Essex County Sheriff s Office and the Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission. There was a visible presence, Campanello said. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Check out a New York Times story on Columbus Oct 1, 2009
If you are watching your wallet but still want to be adjacent to the park, consider the Essex House on Central Park South. http://www. (Columbus Telegram, NE)
Chill factor Sep 21, 2009
Murder at the Essex House. Dugard captors lived in squalor. (New York Post -- Business)
Circling the Square, Sept. 17 Sep 18, 2009
Danvers own Priscilla Gerrard is president of the Essex Agricultural Society, which makes her the head fair honcho. Many of you know Priscilla as co-chairperson of the defunct Fourth of July Highlands Bean Supper and the Horribles Parade, which is still going strong. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Beverly mayor touts positives at regional meeting Sep 16, 2009
Scanlon said he s sure Beverly will approve its share of the cost to build a new vocational school on the campus of the Essex Agricultural and Technical High School that will combine that school, North Shore Technical High School and Peabody Vocational High School in a new building. The $133 million school has $77. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
Pension funds may move Sep 2, 2009
While more than 50 town and other officials gathered last Tuesday and took no vote, the handwriting was on the wall: The Essex Regional Retirement System will likely move its investments to the state s Pension Reserve Investment Trust, or PRIT.. The actual decision and it could conceivably be upset will not take place until the Regional Board votes on Sept. 28. (Georgetown Record, MA)
MHS students mourn death of classmate in traffic accident Aug 26, 2009
Police Chief Robert Picariello would say only that the accident is under investigation by the Marblehead Police Department, the Massachusetts State Police and the Essex County District Attorney s Office. According to a Tuesday afternoon Marblehead Police report, the vehicle that struck Castner was heading outbound on Pleasant Street. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
V disappointment for Oasis fans Aug 24, 2009
Page last updated at 23:54 GMT, Sunday, 23 August 2009 00:54 UK. Liam Gallagher (left) is "resting up" before the band's next gig on Friday. (BBC News -- UK)
Tarr, officials plan regional pension overhaul Jul 30, 2009
Area communities will see a 40 percent increase roughly $300,000 in annual pension payments by 2012 for multiple reasons including losses in the 2008 market crash and long-term underperformance by the Essex Regional Retirement Board s investments ... Officials from the 47 communities and agencies belonging to the Essex retirement board grappled with the issue at a meeting with State Sen ... They discussed changes to the Essex Regional Retirement Board s actual composition to increase municipal... (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
State investigator to meet on pension plan Jul 22, 2009
Markel made the remarks ahead of a meeting of officials representing 47 area communities, agencies and authorities who have their funds invested with the Essex Regional Retirement Board ... At this point I have no confidence in the policy or management of the Essex Regional Retirement Board. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
North Andover Senior Spirit Jul 21, 2009
TRIAD lectures at the Senior Center TRIAD is a joint collaboration between the North Andover Senior Center, the North Andover Police Department, Essex County District Attorney s Office and the Essex County Sheriff s Department. It is designed to enhance the delivery of law enforcement services to older persons through crime prevention and education programs. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Letter to the Editor Jul 14, 2009
Groups included Friends of the Wharf, the Masonic Lodge and the Essex County Corrections unit. Businesses donated plants and trees to help to continue making Ipswich a beautiful place. (Ipswich Chronicle, MA)
Corporate burnout Jul 13, 2009
Drivers are reluctant to cross the ancient causeway that connects the island to the Essex coast for fear the salt water will rust their engines. But that's not a problem for most visitors - who jet in by helicopter. (BBC News -- Business)
Blur return to reclaim 'Britpop' crown Jul 4, 2009
Much has changed since the mid-1990s when the Essex boys fought Oasis in the hyped Battle of Britpop. Singer Damon Albarn has pursued successful side projects such as Gorillaz and the Chinese opera Monkey, guitarist Graham Coxon went solo after being axed acrimoniously during the troubled recording of the "Think Tank" album, bassist Alex James makes cheese on his farm while drummer Dave Rowntree plans to stand for the UK parliament at the next election. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Let The Boom Times Begin Jul 4, 2009
The Essex Park and Recreation and the 4th of July Parade Committee announce the 4th annual Town of Essex 4th of July Parade in Ivoryton. On Independence Day, the Connecticut 2nd District Tea Party Patriots will hold a public rally to encourage elected officials to exercise. (FOX61, CT)
Rogers: Tri-Town Tales Jun 27, 2009
For the 10th year, Topsfield Fire Chief Ronald Giovannacci was elected president of the Essex County Fire Chief s Association. He is the longest serving president in the association s history. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
'I Dreamed A Dream'... May 31, 2009
The Essex crew, of brothers and friends, were also up against some strong competition in fellow street dancers Flawless. And they were equal to the challenge - with a eye catching performance. (The Drudge Report)
All-State Music Festival Traffic Tie-Ups May 6, 2009
Citizens wanting to shop at the Post Office Shopping Center and the Essex Junction Shopping Center during the parade can make entry from South Summit Street. Motorists will be allowed to travel from one shopping center to the other between parade divisions at the traffic light on Pearl Street. (WCAX.com, VT)
Circling the Square, April 16 Apr 18, 2009
John Archer has also been celebrating an anniversary, the seventh anniversary of the Essex County Horticultural Association he helped found in 2002. The first meeting was March 2 at his North Street home. (Danvers Herald, MA)
More of this story Mar 21, 2009
In Tiverton, the number of visitors to the Essex Public Library on Highland Road increased by 1,000 in one month, to nearly 8,000 in January. The number of people using its Web site to access everything from statewide book searches to job searches and tips for writing resumes tripled in one month. (Newport Daily News, RI)
BAA to put Stansted up for sale Feb 22, 2009
BAA is to stage a dramatic about-turn by selling Stansted, the Essex airport that handles 23m passengers a year and is the centre for no-frills airlines in Britain ... Senior BAA executives have pledged to fight the Competition Commission in the courts rather than give up the Essex hub. (Times Online)
Wellesley girl found in stream later dies Feb 16, 2009
Steve O'Connell, a spokesman for the Essex County district attorney's office, said the teenager was pronounced dead at 5:27 p.m. at Children's Hospital in Boston. Her name was withheld. (Boston Globe)
Education program pays tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Feb 8, 2009
One day last summer, Glenn Mairo, music historian and director of The Essex Harmony choral group, happened to be in the Historical Society office when Kerans was there and heard there was to be a tribute to Dr. King ... On Monday, the Essex Harmony opened up with the thoughtful selection, Africa, and later sang New Britain ... The program concluded with all rising to their feet to accompany The Essex Harmony in singing We Shall Overcome. (Danvers Herald, MA)
