Davy Jones died today

Davy Jones, former singer of the 1960s group the Monkees, has died of a heart attack at age 66.

Possible reveal of Apple iPad 3 March 7

Apple sent out emails inviting journalists to see something they really need to see and touch on March 7. The new iPad is said to be faster, better camera, have Siri, 4G capabilities and about $60 more than the other iPads.

Morning news round up

Tornadoes in Kansas Missouri searching for victims.

Syria crises escalates ground bombing resumes

Romney won in Arizona and Michigan yesterday.

Coast guard chopper crashes 1 crew member dead 3 missing.

Free leap day cookie at subway if you buy a sandwich today.

Dow jones above 13000

Dow Jones industrial average closes above 13,000 for first time since 2008 financial crisis.

Dancing with the stars cast

The next dancing with the stars cast has been revealed. Here are the celebrities.

Jack Wagner - soap opera star from General Hospital and Bold and the Beautiful plus other shows

Melissa Gilbert - played Laura Ingalls on Little house and the prairie

Donald Driver - receiver for Green Bay Packers

William Levy - known as the Brad Pitt of Mexico

Sherri Shepard - co host of The View

Katherine Jenkins - opera star

Gavin DeGraw - pop singer

Martina Navratilova - tennis pro

Roshon Fegan - star of Shake it Up and hip hop producer

Maria Menounos - co host Extra

Jaleel White - was Steve Urkel on Family Matters

Gladys Knight - singer

One more victim has died from the shooting

AP says third person has died from Monday shooting at Ohio high school.

Pottstown YMCA issues

The Pottstown YMCA is closed indefinitely because of an electrical issue.

Death of a fifth grader under investigation after a fight

Joanna Ramos, a fifth grader, in Long Beach CA died six hours after a fight with another student. The students planned the fight in an alley and it lasted just a minute. Ramos went back to her afternoon school program. She later complained of being sick and six hours later died in the hospital from blunt head trauma. No charges have been made yet.

Always discuss with your children why not to fight. Fighting can even result in death even hours later. Sad news!

Primaries, Daytona 500, poverty and more morning news

The candidates are battling for 59 delegates in Arizona and Michigan primary today.

Lots of accidents in the Daytona 500 last night involving fire. Matthew Kenseth edges Dale Earnhardt JR to win.

Five jurors are selected so far in priest abuse trial. Judge refuses to throw case out.

One in every three kids live in poverty. Almost one million people could go hungry everyday.

One more student brain dead after yesterday shooting

AP reports that a second student in Ohio school shooting Monday that left 1 dead, 4 hurt, is brain dead.

Jail time for stealing from mother

Paoli man gets jail time for stealing from mother's Charlestown estate, leaving her destitute.

Update on school shooting in Ohio

1 student dead, 4 wounded in shooting at Ohio H.S. Monday morning. Shooter in custody. This happened around 7:40am this morning. 

The shooter has been identified as TJ Lane. He's either a sophomore or junior. CNN reports that some of his friends consider him to be a nice, quiet guy. He apparently was from a broken home and lived with his grandparents.

On Monday morning, he was sitting across from students and stood up to start shooting. Sources say he had a particular list to shoot. A teacher chased him out and he was found later by a K9 unit.

11 ways to earn extra cash

Extra money is very good to have especially with rising gas prices. Here are some suggestions on how to earn some extra money.

1. Sell items on Craigslist or EBay. This isn't too hard to do and can often double what you paid.

2. Blog - Blogging your everyday life can generate a few extra dollars when you use ads.

3. Open up a site on etsy.com to sell your handmade goods and anything you make. It costs only twenty cents for the first four months. You can get business cards for free at vistaprint.com.

4. Check out fiverr.com where you can list anything you can do for $5. It can be from photography to poetry.

5. You can sell your gift cards at plasticjungle.com and get 92 percent return. They will give you a check or PayPal.

6. Cash in your spare jewelery at cash4gold.com or exboyfriendjewelry.com Check it out but always good to have a second opinion.

7. Trade in your old game systems at gazelle.com and earn on average about $100.

8. Before you sell a book, check out the value for free at bookscouter.com first.

9. Take your gently used clothing to places like Plato Closet to earn cash on the spot.

10. Be an expert at justanswer.com and get paid by answering questions from visitors.

11. Try writing for the examiner.com, suite 101 or about.com as a freelance writer.

Shooting at high school

Five students were shot around 7:40am by a fellow student at Chandron High School in Ohio on February 27, 2012. The student threatened to bring a gun into school on Sunday night via Twitter. Others ignored the threat. A teacher chased him out of the school and is now in lock down. Parents are eager to get their children.

Gas prices rise - Obama verses the Republican Party

If you have gotten gas this week, you obviously notice an increase in gas prices. The price is getting scary because it seems to be rising everyday. Why is this happening?

During President Obama's radio address today, he implied that the gas problem is going to take a long time to fix. He wants to explore solar, wind, oil, gas, nuclear and other alternatives. He suggested that the Republican plan to drill more oil will not help in the long run.

In the Republican radio address, U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison, R-Tex., reminds us that gas was only $3.17 a year ago.

She said the problem is that President Obama is slowing everything down by his permits and regulations that our gas prices are rising. The administration also opposes the Keystone oil pipeline XL from Canada to Texas. By opposing this, thousands of jobs won't be created and gas prices will continue to rise.

Mick Jagger played at the White House

On Tuesday, Mick Jagger did a blues tribute concert at the White House. He performed for President Obama and his wife. According to USA Today, the room was energized and all had fun. Jagger handed the microphone over to the president at the end.

I found it interesting that Mick Jagger admitted he is only nervous when he isn't prepared. The article said that to him a stage is just a stage no matter who he performs for. Jagger is 68 years old and is still full of energy and musical talent.

I'm jealous because I'm a huge Mick Jagger fan and was even  in the Washington DC area on Tuesday!

Tv news - buddy from cake boss and the apprentice

Did you watch the Celebrity Apprentice last night? I thought the guys were pretty goofy but they pulled it off for the first challenge. The women looked like they had it all together but the regular bickering comes in. Cheryl Tiggs was the first to be fired. Watch next Sunday at 9pm for another interesting funny show.

Buddy, from Cake Boss, gave Rachael Ray a spaghetti cake for her 1,000 episode. Rachael made an appearance last night on the Apprentice. She had to choose the best sandwich from the guys team or girls. She picked the guys.

Paul, from American Choppers, was the project manager from the guys team. They raised over $300,000 for make a wish foundation. He thought it would be half of a million but that is quite close.

Whitney Houston funeral

Live coverage of Whitney Houston funeral at 11am on CNN. 1500 expected to come to Newark NJ. Live performances by Aretha Franklin.

East 422 closed

Today Eastbound Rt. 422 is shut down at Armand Hammer Blvd. for a rollover accident. One person was ejected.

Nude man enters walmart

A Downingtown man entered Walmart on Wednesday nude. Verdon Lamont, 32, stole socks and walked around. He didn't comply with police and was tasered. He is charged with Public nudity and more.

Bank robbery in Royersford

The national penn bank at Main Street and Lewis Road in Royersford has been robbed.

Update Whitney Houston

This just in on feb 8 th sources from tmz say Whitney Houston was found by the pool drinking heavily and complained her drinks tasted watered down.

Police buy burial plots to prevent burial next to their father

Police officers bought the burial plots next to the two boys who Josh Powell murdered. The police and others feel it's inappropriate for Josh to be buried next to the sons that he murdered. The mother of the sons went missing in December 2009. If she is found dead, she can be buried next to her sons.

I think it's outstanding that the police raised $5,000 to buy the plots. Even though he is their father, why does he have any right to be next to them? He murdered them after using a hatchet and then setting the house on fire killing all three of them.

http://www.foxnews.com/us/2012/02/15/josh-powells-family-wants-him-buried-near-sons/

Flags half mast for Whitney Houston

The New Jersey governor wants American flags to fly half mast for Whitney Houston. She was a great singer but also a drug addict. I don't think this is necessary. I rather do it for each American soldier that has died. 

NC pre school lunch taken away for chicken nuggets

As a parent, I find this story upsetting. A preschoolers lunch that their parents made was taken away for a chicken nugget lunch. Did the lunch have loads of sugar? No. It was a turkey and cheese sandwich, apple juice, a banana, and potato chips. It sounds like a lunch loads healthier than chicken nuggets and corn!

What gives the state any right to go through our children's lunches anyway? Parents pack it and it is often a piece of home to go to school. I have warm memories of my father packing lunch and leaving notes of love and encouragement.

The state needs to worry about the processed chicken nugget meal that they are feeding children and not a healthy turkey and cheese!

St. Valentine's Day

St. Valentine's Day is February 14. It's in remembrance of St. Valentine. There re several stories about St. Valentine, and it's difficult to say which is true. One thing we do know is that St. Valentine believed in love.

One story is that St. Valentine was a Catholic priest who believed in love and marriage. An emperor thought men were more productive in battle so he outlawed marriage. St. Valentine married people secretly anyway. He was thrown in jail where he would send 'love' letters to his followers. He was then put to death.

Some reject the idea of Valentine's Day because they think it's a made up holiday from the greeting card company. However, I think it's nice to have a day where everyone says that they love each other.

Yes, we should show we care and love each other daily. But unfortunately not everyone is that romantic so having a special day is a reminder to tell the one you love, "I love you!"

Charges filed from standoff

Attempted murder charges filed against Albert Dudanowicz, subject of standoff in Pottstown last Thurs.

Adele best pop performance

Adele wins best pop performance for Someone Like You. It depicts most people's feelings on a very painful break up.

10 Super foods for those with diabetes

The American Diabetes Association recommends ten foods to add to your diet for a healthier life.

1. Beans - Fiber rich and keep you very healthy.
2. Citrus fruit - Eat oranges, grapefruits and gain some vitamin C.
3. Green leafy vegetables - They are full of vitamins and minerals.
4. Tomatoes - Tomatoes provide vitamin C, vitamin E and iron - raw, stewed, sauce or paste.
5. Sweet potatoes - They are starchy and vitamin A rich.
6. Fish - Salmon is very healthy because it's high in Omega 3.
7. Fat free milk or yogurt - These are rich in vitamin D and vitamin D is extremely healthy for you.
8. Nuts - Nuts help hunger management and helps with Omega 3 as well.
9. Blueberries - Blueberries are full of antioxidants and in some people with diabetes - it will not raise your glucose level.
10. Whole grains - Whole grains improve your overall health and can help you maintain a healthy weight.

Grammys honor Whitney Houston

Tonight the Grammys will honor Whitney Houston. It's a very somber night at the Grammys but the show will go on. Jennifer Hudson will perform some of Houston's songs.

Houston died of unknown causes in a Beverly Hills hotel where a pre Grammy party was hosted. Her body was found in her room but no foul play was evident. The party continued anyway.

Whitney Houston lived 1963-2012. Her daughter, Bobbi Kristina Brown, went to the hospital today for stress complications. She is 18. She has been released.

Whitney Houston update

Her body is in a hotel room in New York found by her body guard. There will be an autopsy.

Whitney Houston dies at 48

Publicist Kristen Foster says singer Whitney Houston has died at age 48

Phantom Menance in 3D

Today the Phantom Menance opens in 3D. The Phantom Menance is the beginning story of Star Wars and first opened on May 19, 1999.

For many fans, Phantom Menance was a huge disappointment. However, to a younger generation, it was wonderful with Darth Maul and young 9 year old, Anakin Skywalker (later Darth Vader.)

So far, the 3D film has been greeted with a moderate reception.

Police captured suspect at Logan Court

Police reportedly captured an armed suspect at the Logan Court Apts. in Pottstown after hours-long standoff.

Westboro church to protest Powell's childrens funeral

Westboro Church tweeted that they are going to protest the funeral for the Powell boys because they believe that they were murdered because they are anti-homosexual rights. They believe that the legislation Washington State will approve about same sex marriage reflects on Josh Powell murdering his boys and killing himself.

Westboro Church is a small church located in Kansas and is very anti-homsexual. They protest soldier funerals and other media surrounded funerals to draw attention to the cause.

I'm all for having beliefs and opinions, but never would dream of protesting a funeral. These boys aren't even old enough to know about homosexuality. Their family is grieving enough. Let them be.

Update on stand off in Pottstown

Police are still at Logan Court apartments. They apparently through a gernade and now using tear gas to get the suspect out. Students from Pottstown school districts were detained until parents could pick them up who lives near that area.

Gun shots were heard at Logan Court apartments early this morning. No one is in custody yet.

Montgomery county code blue

Montgomery County has issued a Code Blue weather alert for noon Saturday to noon Monday.

Gas prices are rising

In the last 24 out of 25 days, gas prices have increased. They keep getting higher and higher all over the United States. Drivers are very unhappy and nervous about going in debt because they need gas to get to jobs and schools.

Rising gas prices always makes me nervous. Owning an accessible van requires a lot of gas and a hefty prices. Hopefully, they will come down soon.

Cops surround Logan Court in Pottstown

Cops are surrounding the outside of Logan Courts in Pottstown this morning. Residents are asked to stay inside. Please be careful!

'House M.D." has been canceled after season 8

With great sadness to many of us, the television show House won't come back after season 8. Hugh Laurie has played the witty and talented Dr. House on FOX since 2004. Ratings, unfortunately, fell since then and especially after Dr. House's love interest left last season.

The final episode will be in May.

LA Investigators discover 200 bondage pictures of students

Parents need to be aware and close to their children. Teachers at a LA school were abusing children for years!

Miramonte teacher, Mark Berndt, supposedly took over 200 pictures of children in bondage. He also blind folded the students and fed them his semen plus would put cockroahes over children's faces. He also fed cookies with his semen in it to the kids.  This happened between 2008. His colleague is suspected for fondling a female student and another is accused of writing students love letters.

Communicate with your children that they can always talk to you. Parents might not be able to prevent all abuse but can be aware of signals and believe your kids.

New York woman sues city for $900 trillion dollars

Can you imagine suing a city for $900 trillion dollars? Yes, it's true. Fausat Ogunbayo of New York is suing the City of New York and the Administration of Children Welfare for wrongfully taking her 2 children in 2008 and placed them in foster care.

According to Fox News, Ogunbayo was having mental issues and would leave both children when she worked. They are 10 and 14. She developed theories that the FBI was after her.

Can you imagine having $900 trillion dollars? What would you do?

PetSmart in Baltimore is hosting first national adoption weekend

This February 10-12, PetSmart stores in Baltimore are hosting 2012’s first National Adoption Weekend, coordinated by PetSmart Charities, non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of homeless pets. Last year, more than 66,000 pets were adopted into loving homes across the U.S, Canada and Puerto Rico.

All pet adoptions will benefit more than 2,000 animal welfare organizations participating in National Adoption Weekend; each organization will receive $35 in adoption-reward grants from PetSmart Charities for every pet they adopt in stores during this three-day event. How to Adopt: · Visit a PetSmart Charities’ adoption center inside any PetSmart store this weekend, hours are:
o Friday, February 10: 9 am – 9 pm
o Saturday, February 11: 9 am – 9 pm
o Sunday, February 12: 10 am – 6 pm

To find the PetSmart store nearest you and to learn about the adoption center’s fees and guidelines, visit www.PetSmartCharities.org/adoption or call 1-877-473-8762.

Texas enforces sonogram law

Yesterday Texas state enforced a law that provides a woman who is seeking an abortion to see a sonogram before the procedure. The woman will also need to be told the fetal development stage and hear the heartbeat. This law was easily passed in Texas.

To me, this is such a smart move and common sense. It gives women the power to be fully aware of what the unborn looks like and developed into. So many people do not know or understand what an unborn baby looks like.

An unborn baby has a body, heartbeat, brain waves and a growing body. They aren't just a clump of meaningless cells.

Well done Texas!

Obama's grandmother was in a car accident

Obama's grandmother, Sarah, was in a car accident on Monday. She is 91 years old and driving in Kenya. She walked away with minor injuries.

Josh Powell

The news came out today that Josh Powell from Washington State used a hatchet first before setting the house on fire. According to CNN about Josh Powell,he used a hatchet on the neck of his sons. This didn't kill them. Then he set the house on fire killing all three of them.

Why? Children are abused and murdered so often by parents. He claimed in a message that he couldn't live without his children.I'm only guessing that he used a hatchet to kill them first but it didn't work. There are other reports that he was discovering that they remembered what happened the night their mother disappeared.

Can we learn anything from this?

1. Love your children.
2 Look out for your children.
3. Before marrying or having children, examine who the partner is.
4. Listen to your gut instincts.
5. If you're angry, do not take it out on children. 

Edwin Carrerro II is in custody

Edwin Carrerro II who murdered a woman as two of her young children slept in Pottstown, Pennsylvania is under custody. He fled the state but now is captured.

5 ways to mend a broken heart

Mend a broken heart month is this February. Broken hearts are the hardest to mend because pain can be so deep. Every time a heart gets broken, a piece of the person changes and gets stronger. So, how do you mend a broken heart?

Unfortunately, there isn't any tried and true way. It's all on the person who was affected.  However, here are some tips that can help you.

1. Cry - The more you hold it back, the more you slow down recovery. Crying will help you release stress and help mourn over the past relationship. Put on sad music and let it out.

2. Talk about it - When ready talk to your friends or whoever you feel comfortable talking to. Talking helps sort it out and feel better.

3. Keeping positive thoughts - Repeat positive things in your head and heart. You are as strong as you work on for yourself. No one will do it for you.

4. Exercise - Exercising helps your mood and feel better about yourself. Not to mention that your body will last longer and be stronger.

5. Music - Listening to music, especially upbeat, can lift your spirits. Get up, shower, pump the music and allow yourself to reform. 

You can do this.  Yes, it will hurt and seem forever. Yes, you might be watching QVC during sleepless night. But you will recover and come back even more beautiful or handsome than before. You got this!

Madonna in the half time show

Football has never been my thing, but I enjoyed Madonna's half time show during the Super Bowl. Even though I felt that it was a bit self serving in the beginning, I thought she did a great performance. Now the trouble is brewing over the British rapper showing the middle finger during the performance. 

What can network television do to keep live television family friendly? Various organizations are blaming hiring of Madonna. They claim what do you expect when you hire Madonna? I thought Madonna did well keeping it family friendly as much as Madonna standards could. She was reasonably dressed with no real sexual gestures. My five year old was impressed by the colorful lights on the steps.  

One solution is mainly for parents. They can DVR shows that they feel is more children oriented. They can fast forward commercials and make sure their children only watch child friendly shows. You can DVR live shows and fast forward vulgar parts. 

It is ashame that it has come to this that we can't trust anyone to act appropriately. It ruins entertainment and makes it a bit darker.