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MARTINSBURG - A Hedgesville man was sentenced to five to 18 years in prison Monday in Berkeley County Circuit Court after pleading guilty to robbing two businesses and stealing a truck.
Michael S. Stilwell, 27, of Fringe Lane, was indicted by a Berkeley County grand jury in May on one count of grand larceny, acting or changing a manufacturer's serial number and two counts of second-degree robbery.
He pleaded guilty Monday before West Virginia 23rd Judicial Circuit Judge Gray Silver III to one count of grand larceny and two counts of second-degree robbery as part of a plea agreement. The remaining count of his indictment was dismissed as part of the agreement.
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Stilwell was subsequently sentenced by Silver to one to 10 years in prison on the grand larceny conviction and five to 18 years in prison on both of his convictions for second-degree robbery. As part of the plea agreement, the sentences were ordered to be served concurrently.
The case was prosecuted by Berkeley County Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Gregory K. Jones. Jones said the grand larceny conviction stemmed from a June 4, 2011, incident during which Stilwell stole a truck from Family Pre-Owned Auto Sales in Berkeley County. The second-degree robbery convictions stemmed from a Jan. 12 robbery at the H-Mart convenience store on New York Avenue in Martinsburg and a Jan. 15 robbery at the Dollar Stretcher store on Winchester Avenue in Bunker Hill.
Jones said he withdrew a portion of the plea agreement that originally stated the state would agree not to oppose Stilwell's parole when he became eligible, Jones said the reason why the provision was withdrawn was because Stilwell is currently facing possible indictment for perjury. Jones said state has alleged Stilwell committed perjury during the trial of Tyler S. Munson, 21, of Bunker Hill. Munson was found guilty of burglary, first-degree robbery, conspiracy to commit robbery and assault in the commission of a felony following a jury trial in September in Berkeley County Circuit Court.
The two robberies Stilwell was convicted of were investigated by the Berkeley County Sheriff's Department.
During the investigation, a search of a motel room Stilwell was staying in led to the discovery of evidence related to the robberies. When Stilwell was interviewed by investigators, he provided a recorded statement acknowledging his responsibility for each crime.
During the investigation into the H-Mart robbery, deputies were told that the robber displayed what appeared to be a handgun. The robber demanded money from the clerk working at the time. The clerk complied with the robber's demands, giving him $750 before he departed, records show.
Following the robbery, deputies interviewed individuals who came forward and offered information pertaining to the robber's identity. Witnesses identified Stilwell as a person who possessed clothing similar to that of the robber, as well as a BB gun with features similar to a handgun, records show.
The second robbery at the Dollar Stretcher occurred just a few days later. Police were told that the robber approached the counter with what looked like a black handgun and said, "Give me the money out of the drawer," records show.
Deputy Michael St. Clair received a tip that Stilwell may have robbed the store. When asked about his involvement in the robbery, Stilwell provided investigators with a complete confession detailing his actions and acknowledging his involvement, records show.
- Staff writer Edward Marshall can be reached at 304-263-8931, ext. 182, or email@example.com.


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It was the best night for college hockey in Western New York history and one of the most memorable for the Big 4 in any sport as both Canisius and Niagara were officially placed in the NCAA Division I men's hockey tournament field Sunday night.
The Golden Griffins, as expected, drew the overall No. 1 seed, Quinnipiac. They will play in the East Region in Providence, R.I., at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday.
Niagara was sent to the West Region in Grand Rapids, Mich., and will face North Dakota at 5:30 p.m. on Friday.
They are part of the 16-team field split into four regions. The regional winners advance to the Frozen Four in Pittsburgh, April 11-13.
Canisius makes its first NCAA Tournament appearance after securing the automatic bid from Atlantic Hockey. The Griffs (19-18-5) won the conference title as the No. 7 seed, knocking off second seed and two-time defending champion Air Force in a quarterfinal series sweep in Colorado Springs. Canisius then went on to defeat top-seeded Niagara in the semifinals, 5-3, and upend Mercyhurst, 7-2, in Saturday's championship game.
"There will never be another Canisius College hockey team that gets the first NCAA bid, and that's special," Griffs coach Dave Smith said. "To do all that. To see our name up there, to watch it on ESPN is a really, fun special moment. … We're still playing. There's only 16 teams playing. Has it sunk in? I guess it's started to sink in because we're still working."
For Niagara (23-9-5), this marks the program's fourth NCAA Tournament appearance. They went in 2000 as an at-large team, then again in 2004 and 2008 after winning the automatic bid from the now-defunct College Hockey America conference. They get in as an at-large team after finishing in the top 15 of the PairWise computer rankings.
"We're just excited that the NCAA rewarded us for a great season," Niagara coach Dave Burkholder said. "Atlantic Hockey had some great non-conference wins and that helped us in the PairWise.
"This is a chance for us to get back on track and take advantage of the opportunity. We practiced yesterday and it was the most spirited practice we've had in a month. We're going to really enjoy this week."
Canisius faces a Quinnipiac (27-7-5) team that was upset in the semifinals of the ECAC Tournament, losing to Brown. They came back to defeat Yale in the third-place game.
Senior goaltender Eric Hartzell ranks third nationally with a 1.52 goals-against average. He anchors the Bobcats defense, the best in the country, which allows just 1.62 goals a game. Quinnipiac also owns the best penalty killing unit in the country, killing off 91.0 percent of opponents' power plays. It's a good thing, too, as the Bobcats are the second-most penalized team in the country, averaging 16.3 penalty minutes a game.
The Canisius-Quinnipiac game will be shown live on the online service ESPN3 and replayed on ESPNU television at 11:30 p.m. on Saturday.
North Dakota (21-12-7) of the WCHA lost to Colorado College, 3-2 in overtime, in the quarterfinal. North Dakota has two players on the Top 10 Hobey Baker finalist list – Corban Knight and Danny Kristo.
The Niagara-North Dakota game will be shown live on ESPNU.
In the Northeast Region, held in Manchester, N.H., UMass-Lowell will play Wisconsin while Denver plays New Hampshire.
In the Midwest Region, held in Toledo, Ohio, Miami (Ohio) will play Minnesota State while St. Cloud will face North Dakota.
It's the first time in Atlantic Hockey history that the conference has placed two teams in the NCAA field. Niagara joined the conference for the 2010-11 season and becomes the first at-large bid for Atlantic Hockey.
"I think it's awesome. I think Niagara deserves to go," Mercyhurst coach Rick Gotkin said after the championship game on Saturday night in Rochester. "They have won lots of games all year against some very good teams and played well. They ran into a real good Canisius team [in the semifinals] and we know how that feels. But I think that's a great statement for our league.
"For all of us who play and coach in the league, for the media who cover our league and our fans that watch and follow our league, I don't think anyone is surprised by that. Our league gets better every year. Our league, top to bottom, one through 12 this year, I think anybody could have won. … The tough part about these things is you never know when you're going to get this chance again because the league is so good every year."
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Lugar, who served in the Senate for more than 30 years representing his home state of Indiana, is currently the president of the Lugar Center, an organization aimed at educating policy makers and the public on world issues, such as food and energy security, global development, bipartisan politics, and the nonproliferation of weapons of mass destruction.
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The 6 Most Quoted Pieces of Advice (That Are Usually Wrong)
Hollywood plots, especially those aimed at people under 30, are built on heroes defying authority. You have the plucky Ferris Bueller types who make their teachers or principal look like a fool. In Fight Club, Edward Norton finally has enough of his boss's shit and gets him back by beating himself up in the big guy's office. He makes it look like the boss was the one who did it, and even goes as far as threatening to go on a fucking shooting spree. He then uses that scenario to extort money from the company, frightening the boss into sending him checks -- in return, he'd never show up to work again. He not only gets away with it by not going to prison, but he profits from it.
Nope, no way to prove he did this to himself at all. None whatsoever.
In movies, the defiant characters are always, always rewarded for their defiance. That's right, kids! If an authority figure is a dick, he or she automatically loses all right to ever tell you what to do, ever!
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"Pick your battles."
This is such an easy message to get the public to accept because everyone loves a good payback story. Everyone wants to punch their asshole boss in the dick with no repercussions. Every kid wants to make the bully cry in front of the whole school. The problem, of course, is that pulling either of those things off is exceptionally rare. Especially doing it in a way that won't land you in jail or get you suspended from school or fired from work or on the ass end of a lawsuit or laid out in the emergency room with a cat lodged in your colon.
The person exacting revenge in these films never sees consequences. Ferris Bueller's sister covers his ass. The kids from The Breakfast Club destroy the library and don't do their mandatory reports. With dozens of police around, Holly punches a reporter in the face at the end of Die Hard and walks away, no problem.
"Just let her go, man. She didn't get to kill anyone -- she deserves to at least punch someone in the face."
Unfortunately, life is filled with moments where you just have to grit your teeth and take it, because the consequences of fighting back are much worse than the damage to your pride. Yep, it absolutely sucks to be at the mercy of some dickhead cop with a superiority complex, writing you a ticket for something that could have easily been brushed off with a warning. But believe me, it's a whole lot better to just pay it or contest it in court than pissing off the guy who's carrying a gun, Taser, billy club, handcuffs, pepper spray, 200-page ticket book and the weight of a hundred other assholes he's dealt with in the past week. The satisfaction you'd feel from telling him to stick his tongue in your ass is temporary, but the marks on your record (and the boot print on your forehead) stay there for years.
That's what Hollywood will never accept, but its audience has to. Although it's completely awesome to see the corporate bad guy from RoboCop getting shot out of the top window of a skyscraper, in real life that guy wins more often than not. He's the one who controls who has a job in the company. The one who's on a binding contract. The one with the money for the best lawyers. And even in the worst case scenario where he gets fired for being a douche -- which quite frankly isn't going to happen -- he can simply walk into the next company and have a high paying job secured by the end of the day.
"Oh, and I'm taking the robot with me. Anyone have a fucking problem with that?"
Of course, if some psychopath tries to curb-stomp you every other Monday, or someone -- boss or not -- is consistently trying to take advantage of you, you have to do something about it. But standing up like an action star and thinking your next move is going to put an end to the mess, followed by growing orchestra music and credits ... it ain't gonna happen, McClane. The reason those movies are so popular is because it's the only place in life we can experience that feeling of justified revenge.
#2. "Face Your Fears"
Indiana Jones has to confront his fear of snakes in order to discover the Arc. Luke's physical battle with Vader isn't what completes his Jedi training -- that fight in Empire is about confronting and mastering his fear. Hell, the entire shitty movie Green Lantern doesn't even bother being subtle about it. That idea is literally the plot.
No, seriously, that's it. The monster is actually fear itself. I totally wish I was joking.
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"Deal with what's holding you back."
I have two big phobias: heights and spiders. When I say "phobia," I'm not talking about having a normal, healthy fear. I'm talking about actual phobias that are so bad, I can't even look at photos of them. However, one of my jobs here at Cracked is layout, which includes coming up with the pictures and captions for some of the articles you see each week on the site. Including the ones about -- blegh -- spiders. In order for my fears to not affect my job (and by association, my life), I did indeed have to confront that fear.
Now, does that mean I can pick one up and play with it? Ew, no, fuck you for even thinking that. But I did learn to keep myself at least somewhat calm while doing my job. On the other side of that coin:
I can't watch even five seconds of that video without getting so dizzy that I come close to passing out. Even looking at the still shot that YouTube provides before you hit "Play" is enough to take my breath and send bursts of adrenaline up my gut.
There is no goddamn reason for me to face that fear. I'm never going to be in a situation where I have to climb a radio tower or even the stairway to the top of a water slide. I'm not going to wake up to find that I've sleepwalked my way to the rooftop ledge of a skyscraper. Even where spiders are concerned, I only had to confront it enough to get me through the pictures and videos. I'm not going to ever be in a situation where I'm forced to interact with one in a manner that doesn't involve the bottom of my shoe and high pitched, girly screaming.
Though I suppose if I ever get superpowers and am forced to climb a building in order to fight the giant spider that's destroying the city, we're all kind of fucked.
"I say we just let him have the city."
Now, if you have a fear of intimacy, or of working outside of your comfort zone, or meeting new people, or cars, or toothpaste, yeah, you need to sort that shit out. But it's a long process of dealing with these mundane, uncomfortable situations and developing strategies to deal with them. And yes, one of those strategies is to prohibit yourself from simply avoiding those situations at every opportunity. But the Hollywood process of "Bob is afraid of heights, so we show him conquering his fear by bungee jumping" is avoiding the point. If you can get over your fear of job interviews, you can keep right on being afraid of snakes.
#1. "Don't Worry About What Other People Think"
This is the one that drives me crazy, because not only is it just half right, but it's usually the false half that we end up believing. In the movies, what they want you to take from it is that "It's what's inside that matters." Some Kind of Wonderful, Mask (Eric Stoltz, not Jim Carrey), any '80s teen romance that involves a makeover. In many ways, that can be true. But there's another side to that advice.
In a purely literal sense, it's just blatantly false. There are all kinds of situations in which you need to worry about what other people think: job interviews, meeting your girlfriend's parents, the court appearance for your charge of public nudity. On the superficial movie level, yes, it's probably best for your mental health to not let it get to you when the kids in gym class make fun of you for your ridiculously enormous penis.
"Hey, Freak Penis, make sure you don't use up all the soap trying to wash that thing."
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"Judge criticism based on the source and situation. Also, don't be a shithead."
But it's really not an issue of acceptance. It's about respect and avoiding misunderstandings. If the person you're talking to doesn't get sarcasm, you modify your communication to avoid using it. It's not about bowing in submission to The Man -- you do it to prevent hurting other people. I have a friend who doesn't eat meat out of a personal moral belief. I'm not going to walk into her house and start cooking a steak, and she's not going to demand that I change my habits when I visit her. It's a mutual respect. In that sense, the advice holds up.
"That looks really good. Hey, you know what would go great with that? Fried hamster."
Where it implodes is when the person following that advice turns their emotions inward and stops caring how their actions are affecting other people. And it's entirely too common. Someone letting loose with a string of cursing around your grandma, who doesn't want to be around that sort of language. When you say something about it, he responds with "Hey, this is just the way I am. If you don't like it, fuck off -- I don't give a shit what you think." I've been that guy to a certain extent, and in some ways I still am. Self-centeredness is a hard demon to kill, and it's harder to recognize that it's even there. I suppose that's why it's still around: Most people don't realize there's even an enemy in the room.
Now does that mean you have to worry about what everyone thinks? Hell no, that's impossible. Ninety percent of the people you encounter in life are random faces you just pass by in the pizza rolls aisle. But you do need to have certain peers and respected figures in your life to prevent you from wearing your pajamas to a funeral or tattooing Boba Fett on your neck.
"No, no, no, I love the outfit. It's just that the other guys might get jealous of how awesome and fancy you look."
No, the problem is when you confront somebody on behavior that's alienating everyone in their life. They will almost certainly play the "I don't care what other people think!" card, as if that is a universal truth that trumps all context or consequences. That really goes for everything on this list; I'm not denying that every piece of advice here has its place. There's a reason phrases like them become cliches. But the temptation is to use them to boil every difficult decision down into a simple phrase that can't be argued with. And I've learned that if life ever seems that simple, you're probably doing it wrong.
For more Cheese, check out 4 Awful Ways The Internet Is Tainting Everything Else and 5 Reasons You Don't Miss Your 20s When They're Over.


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Good crop and hoof health are possible with copper sulfate use.
However, future regulations remain the wildcard.
By Mike Rankin
The author is a crops and soils agent with the University of Wisconsin Extension, Fond du Lac County.
When making farm decisions, what might seem like a good idea for cows might not be advisable for the crops.
Copper is an essential element for plant growth, but like most micronutrients it is needed in very small amounts. Most crops remove less than 0.1 pound per acre of copper per year from the soil.
The copper ion (Cu++) is held very tightly by soil minerals and organic matter. In fact, it is held so tightly that most soil copper remains unavailable for plant uptake. Once soil copper concentrations are increased through manure applications containing high copper levels, soil test copper levels will remain high for a long time. On the flip side, instances of plant copper toxicity and deficiency have been rare historically.
Calculating copper application rates . . .
Ev Thomas reported on the Miner Institute's experience in Chazy, N.Y., with land applications of spent copper sulfate foot bath solutions in Hoard's Dairyman's July 2001 issue (page 458).
The farm was using about 254 pounds of copper sulfate per week for their 160-cow herd. On an annual basis, they were applying about 7 pounds of copper per acre. The farm took several remedial actions and reduced the amount of copper being applied to cropland to about 2 pounds per acre.
A 2003 herd hoof health survey of 27 Fond du Lac County, Wis., dairy farms revealed copper sulfate usage averaged 77 pounds per week with a range of 12 to 200 pounds. Of course, that is only part of the story because we need to know how many acres that the solution is being applied to and how often an individual field receives manure. Table 1 shows calculations from several Wisconsin dairy farms based on the premise that copper sulfate contains 25 percent copper.
Knowing how much copper is being applied per acre is important. Indications are that it is not uncommon for rates to fall between 5 and 10 pounds of copper per acre per year. Table 2 can be used to estimate annual copper loading on a per acre basis. These estimates do not include the normal background amount of copper found in manure without any copper sulfate solution additions (about 150 ppm d.m. or 0.06 lb./1000 gal).
In the late 1990s, Wisconsin researchers reported on the trace element content of manure samples submitted to soil testing labs across several U.S. regions. The copper concentrations for dairy, swine, and poultry manure are presented in Table 3. The study did not distinguish farms adding spent copper sulfate solution to the manure.
Nevertheless, it is interesting to note that liquid swine manure was over three times greater and poultry manure was over two times greater in copper content than dairy manure.
Swine are routinely fed higher levels of copper in their diet. Several research studies have been done evaluating high soil copper loading rates with swine manure. In some cases, up to 250 pounds of copper per acre were added to the soil with no crop yield decreases and only a small increase in plant copper concentration. Much of the copper applied was converted to an unavailable form but was still present in the soil.
Penn State researchers reported checking the copper content of corn silage from fields with three to five times normal total soil copper but finding no increase in the forage copper concentrations. Even so, total soil copper concentrations will build up over time and are virtually irreversible.
Copper is sometimes used as an algicide in ponds, a fungicide for plants, and is a known bactericide. The latter has implications for dairy producers. High manure copper concentrations have been shown to have a detrimental effect on the operation of anaerobic manure digesters which depend on bacteria for the digestion process.
Regulation of copper land applications . . .
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has guidelines for copper loading to agricultural land when sewage sludge or other biosolids are applied. Although most state enforcement agencies do not monitor copper applications from dairy manure, standards set for biosolids offer a guide and perhaps an indication of future regulations.
The EPA is beginning to take a closer look at practices and procedures followed on dairy farms. Recently, a large New Mexico dairy farm was cited as being in violation of their NPDES permit by Region 6 EPA for discharging copper sulfate into a manure storage unit. The citation stated that: "discharges to containment structures must be composed entirely of wastewater from the proper operation and maintenance of the animal feeding operation."
A clean water foot wash ahead of the copper sulfate bath can extend the useful life of the copper sulfate solution.
The EPA 503 standard for application of biosolids to agricultural land cites a maximum lifetime loading limit for copper as 1,339 pounds per acre and an annual application limit of 66 pounds per acre. Neither of these guidelines is severely limiting for typical manure applications even where above average amounts of spent copper sulfate are added to the manure slurry. It should be noted that specific states may have more restrictive regulations. For example, Thomas reported New York has a lifetime cumulative loading limit of 75 pounds per acre and Illinois has a lifetime application limit of 250 pounds per acre.
What you should do . . .
It would seem the best approach regarding the use and management of copper sulfate for herd hoof health is to not use more than is absolutely necessary to maintain acceptable results. This can be accomplished by reducing the concentration in the foot bath solution, reducing the frequency of use, and substituting noncopper-containing hoof care products from time to time. Some veterinarians also suggest using a clean water foot wash bath ahead of the copper sulfate bath to extend the useful life of the latter.
Producers need to know how much copper is actually being applied to their soil. A buildup to high levels is essentially irreversible. For this reason, don't concentrate spent copper sulfate foot bath solutions in small-volume holding facilities and then spread the waste on a relatively small land area.
At this point in time, dilution is the best solution for the disposal of the spent foot bath effluent. Analyze manure, soil, and feed copper levels to set a benchmark. Where high amounts of copper are being applied to land (more than 10 pounds per acre), continue to monitor copper levels every few years.


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WESTFIELD – Three people were taken to the hospital on Saturday, after their vehicle crashed on Route 5 in the Town of Westfield.
Cynthia Marx, 57, of Rochester, was driving on Route 5 at about 3 p.m. Saturday, when she fell asleep at the wheel, the Chautauqua County Sheriff's Office said.
A passenger in her vehicle tried to get her attention, but the vehicle lready had veered off the road, traveled down a small embankment and struck a utility pole head on sheering of the base of the pole, officials said.
Marx and her passengers, Elizabeth Marx, 97, of Westfield, and Norrine Snyder, 61, of Lyons, were transported to Westfield Memorial Hospital. the extent of their injuries was unavailable late Saturday.
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The Mercedes Benz of baby carriers, the Ergo Baby Carrier is the carrier that does it all. Designed to distribute your baby's weight evenly between your shoulders & hips, you will be able to carry an infant or a toddler with ease. Simple and smart solid colors never go out of style - this is one baby carrier that will be enjoyed by all family members for a long time.
Why you'll love the New Generation Ergo Baby Carrier:
- Suitable for use with a newborn (with additional Infant Insert) to more than 40 lbs.
- Easy to use! Can be worn on front, back or hip and easily shifts from one to the other.
- Adjustable shoulder, waist and chest straps to accommodate as many sizes as possible! Waist circumference of 25" to 43" (Ergo Performance is more suitable for larger frames of 30" to 48")
- Attached Sleeping Hood supports sleeping baby's head & expands with the growth of your child.
- A great value! Since baby can be carried on your front or back up to 40 lbs, this is a great value for its versatility & longevity.
- Padded waist belt supports the lumbar area plus 1" thick padding in the shoulder straps for comfort.
- Maximum comfort for the wearer!
- Allows for freedom of movement because the parent & baby are like one.
- Lightweight to wear and easy to pack! PERFECT for travelling!
- Convenient pocket on back of carrier with side zipper for easy access.
- 100% cotton canvas outside & 100% cotton poplin lining and hood is easy care.
- More secure than a hard-frame baby backpack for hiking and walking.
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The ERGO Baby Carrier has an ergonomic design which supports a correct sitting position for a baby's hip, pelvis and spinal growth. It disperses most of a baby's weight between your baby's hips and thighs, which helps to eliminate compression of the spine when hanging by the crotch, which many other baby carrier designs require.
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While the Ergo Baby Carrier is one of the most popular baby carriers on the market today, we know that the higher cost of this baby carrier will make many parents hesitant to try it out with their baby. We are so convinced you will LOVE this baby carrier as much as we do, we have a 30 Day Guarantee on all our Original Ergo Baby Carriers (does NOT include Sport model). If after you've received your Ergo Baby Carrier you decide that it's just not right for you, simply return your Ergo to us within 30 days of your shipping date, and you will have the chance to try out a different baby carrier with NO additional shipping charge. Or, if you prefer, we will issue you a full refund, minus original shipping fees. Please see our Store Policies for complete details. This makes your purchase Risk-Free, so don't hesitate to try out an Ergo Baby Carrier today. Your baby, and your back, will love you for it!
The Ergo Baby Carrier is available in various solid and printed fabrics with a co-ordinating interior - perfect for mom and dad alike. Detailed, illustrated instructions are included with each baby carrier and all Ergo Baby Carriers come with a sleeping hood for baby.
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Parents everywhere share two simple desires: to make life easier for themselves, and to make life better for their baby and child. You can accomplish BOTH with the Ergo Baby Carrier! The Ergo Baby Carrier is a unique baby backpack that allows freedom of movement and complete comfort for any parent or caregiver. Padded shoulder straps and a very supportive waist belt on the Ergo help to distribute your baby's weight evenly across your body for maximum comfort up to 40 pounds and more, leaving your hands free for work or play.
The Ergo Baby Carrier can be worn on the front, back or hip position and is a popular baby carrier among dads and grandparents for it's ease of use and "mainstream" appeal. Simple and smart solid colors never go out of style - this is one baby carrier that can be used for years to come!
Dads LOVE the Ergo Baby Carrier too!
Ergonomically designed to balance a baby's weight to a parents' hips and shoulders, the Ergo Baby Carrier will alleviate physical stress and strain for the wearer. It can be shared by many different sized users with just a few quick and easy adjustments to the straps. For your baby's additional comfort, there is even an attached Sleeping Hood built right into the back of your Ergo! This is fabulous for when your baby falls asleep, providing head support as your baby naps. You can easily and comfortable go about your daily activities while your baby rests deeply and peacefully on your back.
What can the Ergo Baby Carrier do that the Baby Bjorn (Snuggly) can't?
Designed as a FRONT carrier only, this is just a start to where the Ergo Baby Carrier and the Baby Bjorn differ. While this may be what many parents want at the time of their infant's birth, eventually you will learn that having a baby strapped to your front only can be problematic if you wish to perform various tasks around your home, yard or while running errands. Carrying your baby on your chest does not make it easy to chop an onion, boil water, carry laundry, sweep the floor, garden or even carry groceries. The simple solution would be to put your baby on your back, piggyback style! Unfortunately the Baby Bjorn does not allow for this, as it has a limited carrying position to front carry (facing in and out) only. The Ergo Baby Carrier can be used in a variety of different carrying positions, including back carries! Use for front facing, hip/side carry, and back carry, piggy-back style
One of the most often reported reviews of the Baby Bjorn is the fact that it is UNCOMFORTABLE on the wearer after only a few short weeks of use. The Baby Bjorn is designed entirely different than the Ergo Baby Carrier, and your child's weight is not dispersed to the hips or upper thighs like the Ergo. Most parents tell us it becomes increasing painful to use the Baby Bjorn once your baby weighs more than 15 pounds or so. Having made the comparison ourselves, we have to agree. The Baby Bjorn supports your baby's full weight on your shoulders and upper back. This creates much stress on your body, and will quickly cause pain (at least this was the case for us!). Once your baby reaches 15 pounds (or around 4 months), the Baby Bjorn became almost intolerable to wear. Designed using modern backpacking features with a supportive hip belt and lightly padded shoulders, the Ergo Baby Carrier will disperse the weight of your baby to your hips and thighs, making it much easier and more comfortable to carry even a 40 pound baby! In fact, the Ergo is so comfortable to wear, it makes a perfect baby carrier for grandparents to use, as well!
The Ergo Baby Carrier is perfect for the WHOLE family!
Another remarkedly important difference between the Baby Bjorn and the Ergo Baby Carrier is how your baby is actually held and in the carrier itself. A painful condition known as spondylolisthesis is a common result of a baby being carried in some baby carriers by the crotch, similar to what we see in the Baby Bjorn. This position is not recommend by chiropractors and family physicians as it places excessive stress on the base of a baby's delicate and developing spine. To prevent this spinal stress, the key is to have your baby always sitting with their knees at the same level as their bottom, and never below. The Ergo Baby Carrier is ergonomically designed to hold your baby in the healthiest position possible - a semi-squat or sitting position, where your baby's legs are spread to hug your front, back or hips. This position is the same position used to treat hip dysplasia in young children, and promotes correct development and alignment of your baby's hip sockets. The Ergo Baby Carrier prevents compression of the spine due to it's unique design.
The Ergo Baby Carrier is a MUCH better value than the Baby Bjorn for it's overall versatility, longevity and comfort. In fact, the Ergo has been selected as a Parenting Magazine Mom- Tested Product where it received top results from the toughest critics out there - moms across the country!
Can I use the Ergo Baby Carrier to face my baby out, in a front- carry?
We get asked this question a lot, and the short answer is, no, the Ergo Baby Carrier is not specifically designed for a front, facing out position. This doesn't mean it can't be done (the Ergo will accommodate Kangaroo-style of an older baby), but we don't recommend it. One of the many unique characteristics of the Ergo is the ergonomical seated position that your baby is in, when being carried. This positioning supports the spine, hips and thighs of your baby in such a way to prevent compression of this delicate and developing area. It is therefore not advisable to wear your baby facing out. The many parents using the Ergo do not generally find this to be a problem as there are still so many things for a baby to look around and be stimulated with, and their baby has the added benefit of feeling extra safe and secure against their parents chest.
Here at Parenting By Nature we are advocates of our babies facing inward towards the parent in the vertical front carry position. Dr. Eveline Kirkilionis describes it best in her book "A Baby Wants To Be Carried." "Infants in outward- facing orientations can't turn away from surrounding stimuli that become overwhelming. In this position the baby cannot make eye contact with his or her parent to evaluate facial expressions, social cues, and so forth to make assessment of the situation. Only choose a baby carrier that allows your child to face you…..never out."
Using your Ergo Baby Carrier to Breastfeed or Carry an Infant
Babies younger than 6 months of age need ample head and neck support. With the Infant Insert, a specially shaped and padded cushion that fits into the Ergo Baby Carrier in a front-carry position, you will be able to support a newborn or small infant, as well as to breastfeed comfortably. The Infant Insert can be quickly and easily placed into your Ergo Baby Carrier and adjusted or folded to pad and protect just the right places for your newborn. Your baby will be nestled in a well- supported, cozy & protected environment close to your heart and breast.
The Ergo Baby Carrier in combination with our Infant Insert enables you to buy only one carrier that will assist you through all the stages of your baby's growth. The insert is specially padded and shaped cushion that can be quickly and easily placed in the carrier and readjusted or folded to pad just the right places for your infant. Your infant is then cradled in a cozy, protected environment close to your heart and breast. Your baby is supported with both feet to one side in a sling-like position. This is best for the baby's physical development from newborn to around four months. Parents can remain attentive to their baby's needs at the same time continue daily activities because parent and baby are like one. The Hood can be extended for privacy when nursing or as a sun shield.
To breastfeed your infant in the Ergo Baby Carrier, you will need to use the Infant Insert to place your baby close to your breast. An ideal position would be where both your baby's legs are together to one side, and your baby's head will be leaning to the other side. Ensure your baby's bottom is centered in the middle of the carrier. It is best to use the Ergo Baby Carrier to breastfeed an infant while you are in a seated position. With the Ergo Baby Carrier and Infant Insert your baby can be cradled in a sling position comfortable, however, for hands-free breastfeeding we would suggest a baby sling, such as the Hotslings Baby Slings or a Maya Wrap Adjustable Baby Sling
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Customer Reviews of the Ergo Baby Carrier
- The Ergo is the first baby carrier that I can get my son onto my back without my husband's help. It's perfect when we're out shopping alone! (Krista McCannon, Ontario, Canada)
- I was so delighted to receive my Ergo in the mail last week and have been using it none stop since then. It has lived up to everything it claims to be! (Christina Kent, Langley, British Columbia)
- My husband & and I hiked with our Ergo Baby Carrier this weekend and had Lizzy in it for more than 8 hours each day. I can't believe how pain-free we were lugging around a 2 year old! (Michelle & John Pearce, Toronto, Ontario)
- Wow! I can't believe I hesitated when I first read about the Ergo carrier. This baby carrier has been worth EVERY PENNY! So far I've house-cleaned, cooked, attended parties, hiked and gardened in it...and we're just getting started! (Jeanette Keller, Oakville, Ontario)
And the number one review we hear time and time again,
It's unanimous! Moms and dads tell us the Ergo Baby Carrier is exactly what they've been looking for, and their baby's love it too! It is easy to use, and suitable for newborns to toddlers in a variety of different carrying positions. Parents say they have never felt so comfortable carrying around their babies.
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When would the Ergo Baby Carrier NOT be a great choice for me?
While the Ergo Baby Carrier is one of the most versatile and comfortable baby carriers available on the market today, it is not a number one pick for a newborn baby carrier, or for a mom that wishes to nurse hands-free. The Ergo Baby Carrier is BEST suited for a baby that is about 4 months old and has more head control. That's not to say it can't be used for a newborn or for nursing, but if you are looking for a baby carrier primarily for this purpose or for the first few weeks of your infant's life, we would suggest a baby sling such as the Maya Wrap Baby Slings. A baby sling will go on as quickly and easily as a purse, without the need to adjust buckles and straps, as we all know that when an infant is hungry, they are hungry RIGHT NOW.
If you are ONLY buying ONE baby carrier, however, the Ergo baby carrier is the one we highly recommend. This is because you will get the absolute most use out of this carrier from newborn to toddler. It is the only baby carrier we know of that is supportive enough to handle a 40 pound plus baby without neck, back and shoulder strain on the wearer. To use the Ergo Baby Carrier with your newborn, we suggest purchasing the Infant Insert for the additional head and neck support it will provide your baby with, during the infancy stage.
Need more reasons the Ergo Baby Carrier is a GREAT choice?
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The Ergo Baby Carrier is a top-pick among our customers for baby shower and birthday gifts. Parents that have tried and used the Ergo carrier all agree - they don't know what they would have done without it. Looking for a great, unique baby shower gift? The Ergo Baby Carrier is it! As a one-size fits all baby carrier, you can't go wrong with fit, and the simple, solid colors are timeless. Mom, dad and baby will all reap the benefits of this wonderful baby gift. You simply can't go wrong - the Ergo Baby Carrier is sure to bring a smile to the face of any new mom or mom- to-be.
How to use the Ergo Baby Carrier
The Ergo Baby Carrier comes complete with step-by-step written, colour instructions. DVD's are no longer included with the Ergo Baby Carrier (although we may still have a few left on hand - please enquire).
Please note, these are the newest version of the Ergo Baby Carrier. If you have received an Ergo with a DVD, it has not yet up to date yet with a few changes. A D-ring is not missing, but no longer added to the newest design of the Ergo carrier. The one D ring is only to be used to attach keys, toys, pacifiers, etc. and is not used to attached the hood straps any more. The hood straps now attach directly to the shoulder straps with a snap. Also, please note that the chest straps are no longer removable.
If you're ready to join the hundreds of parents that have put their Baby Bjorn to rest and find out today why Ergo Baby Carriers are quickly becoming the most popular baby carriers in Canada, we offer FREE SHIPPING in Canada on all Original Ergo and Ergo Accessory purchases (when purchased with an Ergo Baby Carrier - does NOT apply to SPORT model). Enter the coupon code ergofreeship in the discount box, at checkout. Please see our General Return Policy for more details. With our 30-Day Money Back Guarantee we're certain you won't find a better deal than this in Canada!
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Good quality carrier, but try before you buy! Review by Vron
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I was SO excited to get this carrier. I had tried a few carriers before investing in one and I picked the Ergo because it was comfortable and made extremely well.
My husband loves it, but I am quite petite and I find the straps to be too large on my shoulders. I also could never wear my son (now 25 lbs) on my back because it hurt my shoulders and neck so much. I followed the guidelines on how to wear it, so I am not sure if it's just me, since everyone else out there adores this carrier. I would not recommend this carrier for women of smaller stature (I am 5,2" and 115 lbs). (Posted on 4/30/11)
Worth the investment Review by Andrea
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I used the Ergo carrier for my son from the time he was about three months old until he was well over a year old. For most of this time period, I used the carried almost every day. It was a lifesaver! It allowed me to keep him happy while I did household chores or grocery shopping. I loved having my baby close to me, and the Ergo carrier is the ultimate in baby wearing comfort. I have trouble with my back, and wasn't sure if I would be able to use a baby carrier. The Ergo is designed so well that it never aggravated my back or neck the way other slings or simply carrying my son did. Once he was a little heavier, I found it much more comfortable to wear it on my back than my front. It also made shopping a lot easier than trying to navigate smaller stores with a stroller. My son often fell asleep in the carrier, and it is easy to reach back and pull on the hood to cradle his head. This is one of my favourite baby products, and I highly recommend it. (Posted on 1/4/11)Would you recommend this product to a friend? Yes
Great carrier but too hot for baby Review by wandererkm
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I bought this in January for my upcoming birth. He was born in March (Toronto) and he is overheating despite being in just a diaper. Even outside he gets too hot and then wakes up a lot. I Love how easy it is to use, how breastfeeding friendly it is, how comfortable it is to use, how easy it is to use, but with the infant insert (and even without it) our son gets over heated and cranky.... I would have gone with the Sport had someone told me this was an issue.
A note from bynature.ca: Thanks for your review! We're sorry you're finding the carrier to be too warm for you and your little one. While the Sport is a lighter option, the fit is very different than the Original carrier. We would highly recommend trying both carriers before choosing the Sport over the original as most parents still prefer the Original when compared together. We're happy to help at any time! (Posted on 4/16/12)
What's Not to Love Review by Jennifer
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I tried a a number of carriers but as my children got older (and heavier) I'd almost given up babywearing since I couldn't find a carrier that was comfortable and didn't cause me shoulder or back pain after extended use. Then I read a blog review of the Ergo and knew I had to try one.Would you recommend this product to a friend? Without hesitation!
I'm a stay-at-home mom and thus we are a single income family. The price was a little bit of a concern for me but after trying it, using it and loving it for well over a year, I can assure you that it is 100% worth every penny. I've used it for short walks around the neighborhood as well as for long periods of time (like 8 hours a day several days in a row as we toured Paris this spring!). I've worn it while wearing heels and flats; it's really that comfortable.
It's easy to adjust and I can put baby on myself easily; I'm 5'5". With a waist extender, it also fits my 6'8" husband though he says that the arm straps could be a bit longer for him :)
Though mine has been well used and loved; it's still looking new. I've used it front and back - it's comfortable either way. John was older when we got ours so I didn't try or use it with an infant insert but look forward to trying that with our next baby's arrival this spring.
I still carry Chloe (4 years, 40lbs) and John (2 1/2 years and 35lbs) comfortably, though both will be evicted once new baby arrives this spring!
Highly recommended! (Posted on 1/2/11)
LOVE the Ergo!!! Review by West Coast Momma
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We bought our Ergo about a week into our first child's life, and we used it every single day for at least the first 4 months. With the infant insert (purchased separately) it was the perfect baby carrier, and it was seriously like magic for my son. My baby screamed like a banshee in his stroller, but would fall asleep within seconds of being in the carrier and would stay asleep as long as he was in it.Would you recommend this product to a friend? Without hesitation!
At around 9 months I found that my son (who was over 20 pounds) was too heavy for carrying on my chest, so I stopped using the Ergo. I know other moms that used it well after, usually by carrying on their backs. I never felt comfortable enough with carrying my baby where I couldn't see him so I didn't try the back.
The Ergo is so easy to use and is one of the best carriers for back support. It also has a cute sun hood that pulls out and helps to cover the baby while he's sleeping. The straps are easily adjustable so it can be switched between parents with just a quick pull or release of the waist and shoulder straps.
We have another baby due shortly and I'm excited to dust off the Ergo and use it again!! (Posted on 1/3/11)
Worth every penny! Review by Branka
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Before my son was born I'd done some research and ended up buying the Moby wrap. While I find it to be great for newborns and first months, I find the wrap too hard on my back. When my son was 4 mo, I started doing the research again, looking for the carrier that would focus the weight on the hips, as opposed to the lower and upper back and came across the Ergo carrier. I was shocked to find out that it was the only carrier of that sort on the market. So, I decided to bite the bullet and spend some more money on the new carrier. While I find it a bit pricey, I have to admit it's well made, easy to use and very comfortable. My son loves being in it. I am looking forward to wearing him on my back when he gets a bit older. Money well spent! Note: I have also purchased the chewing pads (sucking pads)...I am sooooo glad I did. The first thing he did was chew on the straps. I can see how these will preserve the life of the carrier! (Posted on 1/3/11)
Great carrier for a petite woman Review by Maureen
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I never thought I would be able to wear my son as long as I have been. I`m only about 5`2, barley 100lbs, and have a very tiny frame. I've tried lots of different carries, from hard framed to slings to wraps, and none of them fit or as comfortable as the Ergo. My son is now 15 months old, around 25 lbs, and I can carry him on my back, hip, or front without any problems. I've even carried him on a 2 hours hike up and down hills, without feeling a thing!Would you recommend this product to a friend? Without hesitation!
I hesitated when buying this because of the price. It is worth every penny! I even think of excuses to use it, and think up trips we should take just so I can use it again! (Posted on 1/4/11)
Great, durable, work-horse carrier Review by Lorraine
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The Ergo is just a great carrier! Easy to use and adjust, great for moms, dads and even grandparents. Sure, it might not come in the fun patterns you see on other carriers, but it is a true workhouse that will last! It is so incredibly comfortable and will work for babes and toddlers. Washes up well too! (Posted on 7/1/10)Would you recommend this product to a friend? Without hesitation!
Great carrier Review by Charmaine
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We got the original Ergo carrier when our son was born in 2008. It was an excellent carrier! I used it almost daily. It took a bit of coordination to figure out how to put my son in it & swing it around to use on my back by myself, but I did get the hang of it. We later purchased the waist extender for my husband to use, as he felt the standard waist was too tight.Would you recommend this product to a friend? Without hesitation!
Our son did suck on the straps while teething, and we might have considered the sucking pads to cover those parts had they been available at that time. Overall, this was one baby gift that we couldn't live without for the first 18 mos or so of our son's life. He's not too fond of sitting in it now. (Posted on 7/24/10)
Great durable, easy to use carrier for moms and dads Review by Pauline
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I just love the Ergo carrier. It's easy to use and it is a must have carrier from infant to toddler. The most important of all it's dad friendly too. The versatility of being able to carry in the front, back or side is a bonus! With three young children at home the Ergo is definitely an asset! I don't leave home without it! (Posted on 1/1/11)Would you recommend this product to a friend? Without hesitation!
Wonderful Review by Eleanor
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Wish I'd tried this one at the beginning instead of the end. Slings are useful when they're really little or when you just need to carry a tired toddler a block- the Ergo will do everything else. Once you get your kid used to the techniques required to get them in to the carrier, it's wonderful. (Posted on 1/2/11)
Perfect carrier for both Mama and child even for long periods. Review by mylittleRuski
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I researched carriers extensively and decided on the Ergo based on it's glowing fan base. I was not disappointed. I was traveling to Russia to bring home my 27 lb adopted son. We walked for MILES and MILES in really hot weather and we were both comfortable. I loved the front pocket for airline tickets / passport / dinky cars / pull up / wipes... amazingly, it all fit in. The padded straps and adjust-ability (front / back / side / hip roll for an older child) make it 100% perfect for any situation I was in. I googled and found many youtube videos showing instructions on how to use / adjust / change positions which was great. I have recommended this carrier to several friends and know at least 5 who have bought it and loved it for their toddlers. It was perfect! (Posted on 3/22/11)
Best carrier! Review by Mellissa
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Three adults have carried my daughter in our Ergo. It is so easy to get a good fit for each of our various body types. I bought the waist extender and carry it in the front pocket. The learning curve for all of the adults was rather short. In fact, we were all forward and back carrying within a few days. The video was very helpful and the basic construction of the carrier makes it simple to use.Would you recommend this product to a friend? Without hesitation!
Everyone comfortably carried my daughter until she was well over two and half. My only wish is that I would have bought it when she was younger (we didn't start using it until she was 11months). This carrier is worth the money. (Posted on 2/1/12)
Love it! Review by Morag
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One of my most favourite baby items! I found it easy to put on in any carry position and very comfortable. My husband even wears it by choice! I was hesitant to spend the money but reviews and a sale convined me to buy and I do not regret my decision! (Posted on 11/6/13)Would you recommend this product to a friend? Without hesitation!
Great product, awesome service! Review by Marie-Eve
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I have to say, I was looking for those ErgoBaby carriers for a long time. Everything seems back order here in Quebec. Then I found this website and purchased my carrier with the design I really wanted! I tried 4 different types of carrier before and the ErgoBaby is really THE best. Your baby will be sitting in a natural position which is great for him as he won't get tired of it and his legs won't get all red and blue (yes, it happened with other carriers I tried)! This carrier allows you to move freely and you will feel that your baby is safe (you won't have to check the belt or the buckles every time you move). There is also a little hood that you can "put on" when your baby is napping. You can't carry the child in an outward facing position, but who would like boobs in their back?! ;) The price is honest and you won't find it cheaper elsewhere on the internet. If you want a choice of designs, great service and realllyyy fast shipping, buy it here.Would you recommend this product to a friend? Without hesitation!
Also, I looooved the service with bynature.ca!!! I ordered on wednesday; thursday a girl named Natalie called (she even spoke a little French which was really appreciated) to say our carrier has been shipped and we received our purchase on monday! Trust me, it is not the first time I but on Internet, but it is the first time I have this kind if service. Definitely not my last purchase on bynature.ca! :) (Posted on 11/12/13)


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Intelligence inputs ignored with fatal fallout on LoC
By N C Bipindra and Yatish Yadav
Published: 11th Aug 2013 08:28:07 AM
In the din over the government's flip flop over the Pakistani Army killing five Indian soldiers last week was lost the fact that the Indian Army had ignored Intelligence warnings and patrolling protocols as the jawans ventured out to guard the five-km stretch of the 778-km Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. An initial Army probe has discovered that Intelligence agencies recently intercepted important conversations suggesting the BAT (Border Action Team) units of the Pakistani Army's border battalions would carry out attacks on Indian security forces, which was shared with the Indian Army in July, sources said. The commanding officers—21 Bihar battalion Commanding Officer Col C S Kabsuri, under whose command the patrol team operated; 91 Infantry Brigade commander Brigadier S K Acharya, who is Kabsuri's immediate boss and Acharya's boss and 25 Infantry Division commander Major General V P Singh—are in the gunsights of a Court of Inquiry probing the incident. So is the Nagrota-based 16 Corps commander Lt Gen B S Hooda who commanded these officers.
"The Court of Inquiry will go into how the team prepared to go about their patrol, the sequence of events leading to the ambush, and what Indian forces did after the attack," a senior Indian Army officer said. "Initial information shows that there were gaps in the manner the patrol team and their commanders followed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)," said an Army source. He said the unfortunate team was not expecting an attack and was not careful enough to look out for the intruders. The Pakistani specialist troops operation had resulted in the death of five of the six soldiers, while the sixth, Sepoy Shambhaji Kute was injured. He is the only eyewitness from the Indian side and at present, and is recuperating at a military hospital in Jammu region.
Intelligence sources said that last week's attack was planned 15 days in advance. The Indian patrol team's movement from Begum to Cheetah posts and their state of alertness were monitored for several days before the actual operation using the cover of darkness was executed on Tuesday.
"Apart from technical interception, there were telltale signs of cigarette butts and tea packs in the area, suggesting the aggressive movement of ISI spotters close to the border regions. Our forces were warned to remain vigilant," a source said. However, those warnings seemed to have been largely ignored. The patrol team and its commanders are being faulted for "not expecting the worst" from the Pakistani side, despite intelligence agencies cautioning them of an attack along the LoC. They were also warned about ceasefire violations by Pakistani regulars to provide cover for terror infiltrations, which has increased by 80 per cent this year than last year.
After Army Chief Bikram Singh's visit to the LoC following the killings, a Court of Inquiry under a Brigadier has been instituted to list flaws and gaps in the SOPs issued to all border-guarding Army units and to suggest remedies to ensure the troopers follow them in letter and spirit,General Singh rushed to Nagrota first near Jammu and then to Akhnoor, about 30-km away from the LoC, to meet with the officers in charge on August 7. They gave a presentation to explain the sequence of events as happened at the border. The meeting took place at a military station in Akhnoor, after General Singh's attempt to reach the Brigade headquarters at Poonch failed due to bad weather.
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As you prepare to come back to campus, I hope you're as eager as I am to start a new semester that promises to be busy and exciting.
During the semester break I was reflecting on some of the survey data we regularly collect from students. One statistic that caught my attention is that 70 percent of students report staying with the same group of friends when they are out and about on the weekend. This means that you tend to look out for one another to keep each other safe.
As your safety on campus is always our highest priority, I encourage you to participate in bystander intervention training, which will be offered throughout the semester. The training can further empower you to recognize, intervene, prevent and/or stop inappropriate comments, actions and behaviors. We are all responsible for creating and supporting a safe environment on campus, and I hope you participate in this training and continue to use all the resources provided by the Student Safety Program, including LIMOs to travel around campus at night.
Other programs I'd like to call your attention to for the upcoming semester include:
Don't forget about the ongoing resources of Student Educational Services for tutoring and academic pursuits, Campus Ministry to nurture your spiritual development, the Counseling Center to support your mental health, and Student Health Service and Recreational Sports to enhance your physical wellness.
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The Border Patrol Checkpoint on I-10 near Sierra Blanca is famous for catching celebrities and other motorists with drugs.
But over the summer some of those carrying small amounts of drugs, mostly marijuana, were able to avoid arrest.
The Sheriff Office of Hudspeth County stopped taking small checkpoint cases that had become too big of a burden on local taxpayers.
"We're providing the federal government a service if you quit paying, we're going to quit doing it," said Arvin West, Hudspeth County Sheriff.
When the amount of drugs does not meet the threshold for a federal case, the Hudspeth County Sheriff's office makes the arrest.
But for nearly two months beginning in May, some of those who would have been booked in the Hudspeth County jail were waived through.
"I know of at least six or seven cases the Border Patrol sent down the road," said Sheriff West.
He said he tried but could not get the exact number of people who avoided arrest.
On average his deputies arrest as many as ten people a day at the checkpoint who are caught with a small amount of drugs.
"It's a full time job," said Sheriff West.
But over the summer the Hudspeth County Sheriff put the brakes on checkpoint arrests because he said the federal government had failed to reimburse the county as promised.
The federal government has slashed payments under a special program that helped border counties cover some of the cost of handling a large number of number of drug cases.
"Somebody's got to pay it but it shouldn't be our taxpayers," said Sheriff West.
The tiny town Sierra Blanca near the big checkpoint is a virtual ghost town in a poor, rural county.
The Sheriff says local taxpayers had been footing the bill for federal government for 3 years. The county does make money from people who pay a fine to avoid court and a misdemeanor drug.
After the Sheriff worked out a deal to get $150,000 to cover costs for the new fiscal year, the checkpoint arrests resumed.
On one sunny morning a deputy booked walked a handcuffed young woman into the jail.
She said she was driving to Houston with her boyfriend but would only do an interview if her name was not used.
"No we didn't know the checkpoint was there at all," she said.
She's a student and like the vast majority of people arrested at the checkpoint, a U.S. citizen.
"It was just stupid stuff we had on us and got caught," she said.
The student had "marijuana, hashish, and hydrocodone pills," according to the arresting deputy.
The bag with the evidence would go in the temporary storage locker with other seized drugs. And later are transferred to a large room that reeks of marijuana.
"We get all kinds of candy that they get out in those stores in California where it's legal to have marijuana and the candy has marijuana in it," said Captain Robert D. Wilson, Hudspeth County Sheriff's Office.
He pulled bag full of colorful hard candy out evidence locker stuffed with drugs seized at the checkpoint in recent arrests.
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The Buffalo Bills continued their workout tour of draft-eligible quarterbacks Monday by visiting the University of Oklahoma's Landry Jones.
Jones, 6-foot-4 and 225 pounds, was a four-year starter for the Sooners and compiled a 39-11 record. He's considered a third or fourth-round prospect for the NFL Draft next month. Jones had 123 touchdown passes and 52 interceptions for his career. He ranks third in NCAA history in completions, attempts and passing yards.
The Bills last week worked out West Virginia University's Geno Smith and Florida State University's E.J. Manuel. Each NFL team is allowed to bring 30 draft prospects to its headquarters for visits. Those visits do not include on-field workouts. Private workouts that are held on-campus or in a prospect's hometown are not included in the 30-visit limit.
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ATLANTA — Falcons owner Arthur Blank said Monday that retiring center Todd McClure will have a new home in the team's Ring of Honor.
McClure, the Falcons' longtime center, officially announced his retirement in a ceremony attended by quarterback Matt Ryan and offensive linemen Tyson Clabo, Sam Baker and Justin Blalock.
Blank said McClure's career merits him joining former stars as Deion Sanders, Tommy Nobis and Steve Bartkowski in the team's Ring of Honor.
"You deserve to be in that Ring of Honor, and we will get you there as soon as we can," Blank said while pointing out another longtime center, Jeff Van Note, also earned the team's highest honor for a former player.
McClure was a seventh-round pick out of LSU in 1999 and went on to become one of the team's most durable players. He set a franchise record with 148 consecutive starts and missed only four games over the last dozen seasons. He didn't play in his 1999 rookie season but became one of the team's most reliable starters the last 13 seasons.
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CINCINNATI — The Bengals have reached deals with two more of their unrestricted free agents, cornerback Adam "Pacman" Jones and receiver Brandon Tate.
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The Bengals' only notable signing from outside the team has been backup quarterback Josh Johnson, who will compete for the job that opened when Bruce Gradkowski signed with Pittsburgh as a free agent.
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How does Katy Perry get that perfectly curvy bod? With lots of hiking, a little bit of training ... and the occasional double cheeseburger.
"I've cut out most fast food," the popchips spokesperson, 28, told PEOPLE last week. "The only thing I stop for now is In-N-Out Burger."
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