For this, he is our Maplewoodian of the Week.
Good luck Eric!
Monday, September 29, 2014
MAPLEWOODIAN OF THE WEEK: ERIC BURBANK
For this, he is our Maplewoodian of the Week.
Good luck Eric!
YOUNG BROWNLEE IS RISING YOUTUBER TECH STAR
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| Jeaniene, Marlon and Marques Brownlee. Photo: USA Today |
From today's USA Today:
Sitting in his bedroom in Hoboken, N.J., in June, 20-year-old YouTube tech reviewing sensation Marques Brownlee held a secretly leaked iPhone 6 screen up to a camera and began stabbing repeatedly at its supposedly indestructible glass surface.
His outrageous routine and exclusive tidbits about the then-yet-to-be-released iPhone 6 proved to be a potent combo for the highly influential phenom.
Employing a mix of descriptors that come natural to college students – "super high-quality" – and the hardest-core of tech geeks – "zero percent opacity" – Brownlee's five-minute review instantly went viral, attracting nearly 8 million video views.
Although it contained what turned out to be inaccurate information – Apple never did opt for the never-bend "Sapphire" screen for the new phone -- the video was the latest on Brownlee's channel of buzzy posts that have become a must-see among young tech lovers ardently wooed by Madison Avenue.
Read the rest HERE.
Check out his videos HERE and below:
MEMORIAL PARK ARMED ROBBERY LEADS BUSY POLICE WEEKS
September 19, 2014; Robbery; At approximately 10:55 PM, a pedestrian walking through Memorial Park was approached from behind and knocked to the ground by three males. One of the males displayed what the victim believed was a handgun before stealing the victims backpack and fleeing. The victim then walked to police headquarters to report the incident.
In other crimes:
September 18, 2014; Robbery; At 5:15 PM, in the Extra Supermarket parking lot, two males grabbed a chain from around a females neck and fled towards Kerrigan Blvd in Newark. An intensive investigation by the Detective Bureau and extra attention details to the area, led to the arrest of Leonard Larue, age 49 of Newark and Joseph Johnson, age 45 of East Orange for the robbery. Both males were also charged with an identical incident that occurred on September 3rd. The vehicle used in the incidents was confiscated by the police department.
September 16, 2014; Theft from Motor Vehicle; At approximately 1245 AM, an unlocked vehicle parked in the driveway of a Boyden Ave home was entered and change was stolen.
September 16, 2014; MV Theft; Between 1 and 230 PM an older model Honda Accord was stolen. The vehicle was later recovered in Newark.
September 19, 2014; Theft from Motor Vehicle; A resident of Boyden Parkway South reported that between 12 and 3 AM a work ID was stolen from his unlocked vehicle.
September 20, 2014; Burglary Attempt; at 6:40 PM a male attempted to gain entry to a residence on Jacoby St. No entry was made.
September 21, 2014; Burglary; A residence on Laurel Ave was entered during the daytime. The owner returned home to find a door open, but did not observe anything missing at the time of the report.
September 21, 2014; Thefts from Motor vehicles; During the overnight hours, an unlocked vehicle on Oberlin St, on Boyden Ave and on Tuscan Rd were entered. A variety of items including a wallet were reported stolen.
September 22, 2014; Thefts from Motor vehicles; During the overnight hours, an unlocked vehicle on Plymouth Pl, Boyden Ave and Valley St were entered. A variety of items including a charger and change were reported stolen.
September, 25, 2014; Burglary; During the daytime hours, a residence on Irvington Ave was entered. Sneakers and other items were reported stolen.
September 25, 2014; Theft from Motor Vehicle; A GPS unit was stolen from a vehicle parked on Elmwood Ave. A short time later 25 year old Andy Teron of Irvington was stopped by patrols. He was found to be in possession of the stolen property and was arrested.
September 25, 2014; MV Theft; Between 6 and 9 AM a Jeep Liberty was stolen from the driveway of a Forest Rd residence. The vehicle was later recovered in Newark.
September 27, 2014; Burglary; During the overnight hours an unsecured home on North Crescent was entered and a purse stolen from a first floor table. The purse was later recovered missing cash.
HILTON PRE-SCHOOL STORYTIME TODAY
No registration required - All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Valid Maplewood library card required
11am Hilton Branch
Sunday, September 28, 2014
NO LUCKY STUDENTS IN TEACHER SEX SCANDAL
The latest bad news came out when prosecutors confirmed our earlier report that a video existed of Dufault allegedly having sexual relations with a student. She was also denied a bail reduction from $500,000 by a judge on Friday.
Rumors of the video have been circulating for weeks according to some as charges contend Dufault's alleged behavior goes back at least a year. One wonders how such activities could be kept from school officials. But there is no evidence yet that anything was covered up or ignored by anyone in charge.
One surprising reaction from some has been either support for Dufault and the idea that sexual encounters between a 15-year-old boy, or boys, and a teacher is not a criminal act. Some have said that teen boys are lucky to be in such a situation.
This, of course, is patently untrue and almost worriesome if there are people who believe it.
One would assume views would be different if it was a male teacher and a female student. That is a reverse sexism that misses the point.
A 15-year-old student, for one, is a minor. And the law states any sexual act between an adult and a minor is a crime. You add to that the fact that a teacher is a paid employee of a public entity, the school district. Paid with taxpayer funds. That alone makes such actions unacceptable and a violation. A teacher is also an authority figure for the student.
Dufault not only has a responsibility as an adult not to engage in criminal activities with a minor, but as a teacher that responsibility is even greater.
For most of us, such an argument is not necessary as most realize the tragedy of this. But I have been surprised to see how many people I have spoken to, and comments I have seen, that have the view a 15-year-old boy having sex with a teacher is somehow a great thing for him. Not true. The psyche of anyone at that age is fragile. And to be subjected to such actions without knowing why assumes the boy is unhurt. This is false.
We do not know the emotional state of the students, the circumstances involved, and even the physical injuries sustained. One also must ask about other consequences. What if the teacher became pregnant as a result. That opens a whole new area of legal concerns, emotional consequences and future impact.
The school district has also remained mum on man aspects of the case, which is not a surprise. However it was surprising that the district would not even reveal if Dufault remained a paid employee of the district or not. We found out from her attorney, Timothy Smith, that she indeed is on a paid leave as per the provisions of the teachers contract because she has tenure.
As this case moves forward, hopefully the worst is over and whatever the outcome the teacher, the students, and the district can get past it and hopefully residents can learn that such actions are not acceptable and can be better prevented in the future.
14 OPEN HOUSES TODAY
Full list HERE.
ART WALK AND MUSIC FEST TODAY
Leave the internet and malls behind on September 28, 11 am to 5 pm and walk the streets of picturesque Maplewood Village to shop for fine art and handcrafted jewelry, enjoy live music and performances and visit the one-of-a-kind local merchants and the eclectic eateries which Maplewood is famous for.
A Juried Fine Arts Show in Maplewood Village
In its 3rd year, the Maplewood Art Walk will feature juried professional artists, photographers and jewelry craft artisans from throughout New Jersey displaying and selling their hand-crafted work, today from 11am to 5pm rain or shine.
http://maplewoodvillagenj.com/events-2/artwalk/
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