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Fay Taylour: Queen of SpeedwayBy Brian Belton
Fay Taylour was the most successful woman speedway rider - ever. Her short but meteoric career spanned just a few years in the late 1920s until women were banned from the Speedway in 1930. In these few years Fay made a name for herself first in Trials riding, in which she won several Gold Medals, and then in Speedway, one of the toughest of all sports on a motorcycle. Fay competed against, and beat, most of the well known male speedway riders in the UK, Australia and New Zealand and became something of a legend - the Queen of Speedway! This book is a biography of Fay and especially her motorcycle years in trials and speedway. It is a fascinating account of a truly remarkable woman and the early years of speedway in England, Australia and New Zealand.
Brian Belton has Speedway in his blood. His father and grandfather both worked at West Ham Stadium and knew many of the racers there. Brian is now an academic, a youth worker and a well known author of books such as West Ham Speedway, Hammering Round and Bluey Wilkinson - the Hammer's first World Champion.
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Meet Mr. Samir Youssef, who has joined the Faculty of Arts and Sciences this year in the Department of Journalism and Media Communication.
Mr.Youssef is best known as the producer, and often presenter, of one of Lebanon's most recognizable TV show, "Atel 3an al 7uriya" or "Deprived of Freedom," broadcast on Murr TV.
His program offers audiences the opportunity to delve into the situations that led to a particular crime and to visit prisoners, both men and women, in their cells in the prisons of Baabda, Roumieh, and others.
The stories of victims and prisoners are told directly by the protagonists and in re-enacted versions as part of true-to-fact documentaries.
Mr. Youssef interviews the prisoners, exploring their childhood, adolescence, disappointments, successes, criminal history and court trials. Judges, jurists, security officials, psychologists, and social workers, are all invited to give their opinions regarding the prisoners' cases.
His intent, he says, is to show the human in the criminal, without disregarding the hurt he or she caused to the victims of their crimes.
Samir Youssef has a master' s degree in Journalism from the Lebanese University, as well as a master's degree in Acting and Directing also from the Lebanese University - Academy of Fine Arts.
Mr. Youssef has directed a number of biographical documentaries including those on the writer Rafik Khoury , and on satirical poet and writer Omar el Ze'nni. He has also directed the short film "Ticket 3a 7seb el jiran" selected for the 13th European film festival.
Acting Dean of Arts & Sciences, Dr. Ramez Maluf, said the Department of Journalism and Media "was absolutely delighted to have Mr. Youssef among its instructors." Mr. Youssef's program, he continued, "is a compendium, from A to Z, in all that television production means, and the opportunity his course will offer students is extremely significant."

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Hi everyone! I wanted to take a second to say hi and thanks to all the new readers who've come to us in the past week and a half. After placing ads on 8 Bit Theatre and Ledgermain, unique hits per day have tripled, and since I don't pay for bandwidth, this is unvarnished good news. I am EXTREMELY excited about the influx of people and very grateful to all of you who have decided to bookmark this site and continue to read.
In other news: The "other" half of my D&D party no longer wants to kill me, and I saved the paladin's life. (I decided it'd be more fun to corrupt him and cause him to lose his paladin-hood than to kill him.)
Grandmother loved Shrek! Score one for Grandma! (She was particularly fond of Eddie Murphy as "Donkey."
Income taxes are finished! (Lena and Kevin do the "Income Taxes Are Finished and We Owe Less Than Two Hundred Dollars" dance!)
Something else happened of no great significance to anyone but me, but in my eyes, it has changed the entire world into a better place. (I'm going to have to wait until a more politic time to discuss this any further. But I will!)
Easter Sunday during prime churchin' hours is a great time to go eat at Shoney's AND to buy pet food. It is NOT a great time to try and buy a video-cam for your computer.
A few years ago, we bought a plastic ball for our dogs with a small hole in it. You put dog food in the ball, the dog rolls the ball around on the floor, and occasionally a piece falls out and the dog gets a treat. Keeps them entertained for hours at a time. Roxanne figured this thing out in about three seconds, and Guinness still doesn't know what to do with it. Today Lena got them new treat-toys. These are softer plastic hemispheres that you put treats into and screw together. The whole thing is kinda flattish so the dog can bite down on it, crunching up the treat and letting the bits fall out. Roxanne is STILL trying to figure out some way to finesse the treats out of the toy while Guinness just picked it up and went "CRUNCH." It sure is funny how differently the two of them think.
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text: Are Health and Safety failings to blame for Knightsbridge Balcony Death Posted on 24th November 2014 at 8:41 am. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Tragically, two men died and six other people were injured after part of a balcony collapsed in west London when the railings gave way of a building at Cadogan Square, Knightsbridge, Friday 21st November 2014. Cadogan Square consists of residential properties, with many of the buildings divided into flats. The first-floor balcony is believed to have been connected to property number 37, a five-storey terraced building.The decorative wrought-iron railing appears to have fallen about 3.6m (12ft) to the ground. The stone base of the balcony appeared to remain undamaged.London Ambulance Service said that eight people were treated for injuries, one man died at the scene and the other in hospital. The men who died are believed to be Polish nationals Tomasz Procko, 22, of Greenford, and Karol Szymanski, 29, of Wembley.Scotland Yard said:"At this early stage it is believed that a number of sofas were being delivered to the address – which was under renovation – prior to the railings on the balcony giving way."A neighbour, Sandra Panagopoulos, said:I saw somebody lying on the street in front of [number] 37. I just saw someone lying there and a woman that was desperately trying to help, running into the building and out and all the builders being very distressed walking around here and sitting down…then somebody came and told me that two removal boys fell from the first-floor balcony because the railing apparently fell down. They fell down trying to get a sofa up there."Eye witness' at the scene said that the workmen were trying to pull a couch up to the first-floor apartment with ropes, it was apparently too heavy and the fence broke off and fell on the workmen below.Sinclair Johnston, an engineer who has worked on another property in the square, said the decorative railings could not be depended upon to support weight.These sort of constructions are always very fragile and the iron railings can rust. The stone can become fragile and break up so you never really know how strong they are. It's something that engineers are very aware of. The ironwork is incredibly heavy so if it falls off it can be a disaster."Estate agent Clem Byron-Evans said:In head leases it tends to say that you are not allowed to move furniture through the ground floor. The ruling was due to the ground floor area in similar properties being communal and residents would be liable for any damage. The Health and Safety Executive and police are investigating.Police asked that anyone with information contact them on 02087858244 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800-555-111.A Quantum Compliance Health and Safety Consultant advises;Structural inspections by a structural engineer (as required under building regulations) should undertake regular workplace inspections and risk assessments. If in any case there is a lack of competence to undertake workplace inspections, experts should be brought in to do so. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter


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Village Dissolution Defeated
Results of the special election regarding the dissolution of the Village of Brockport are available here.
Shall the Village of Brockport be dissolved?
632 Yes
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Plus 28 affidavit ballots to be verified by Monroe County Board of Elections 5/25
11 ballots were verified by the Monroe County Board of Elections, their results are as follows:
8 Yes
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Bringing the total vote count to: 640 Yes to 820 No
The total number of voters was 1,460 out of a possible 2,260 registered voters, for a 65% turnout rate.


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Real Estate Tech in Brazil
Innovative technologies and out of the box solutions, makes Real Estate Tech in Brazil a promising bet. With large population, there is little that can prevent entrepreneurs from automating the age old real estate sector in Brazil.
Brazil is a country, which went from booming economy to an unforeseen and unprecedented financial crisis starting 2013. Today, economists predict the downturn to continue in this most populous country in South America.
Like the country's economy, the real estate sector too also gone from boom to doom in the past couple of years for several reasons, prominent among them are unstable government and financial crisis which prompted banks to hike the rate of interest. When the property market was at its peak, a lot of realty players launched their websites and started the online business plan. Today, when the market is going through a bad phase, the property industry relies on technology along with other government initiatives and financial measures to recover.
Real estate stakeholders say the realty portals have helped expand their business base and market reach. Besides local customers, the prominent cities or famous tourists location in Brazil get a significant number of foreigners who come either as a tourist or for some business purposes. They are the client for Brazil's realtors and brokers. The country's deep-rooted startup culture also plays a crucial role in the bringing technology to the sector.
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Brazilians are entrepreneurial and experimental than any other communities in the world. Several reports confirm that 25% its population is engaged in self-employment and two third of job creations in private sector is due to a small business run by young and enthusiastic entrepreneurs.
Amidst political uncertainty and social upheaval, these startups and self-employed population have controlled poverty and unemployment to a great extent in the county.
In the backdrop of a strong entrepreneurial culture, several real estate technology startup companies were founded in different part of the country which can cater to property need to a wide range of people.
Real Estate Scene in Brazil and its impact on Real Estate Tech in Brazil
The real estate market of Brazil went through a booming period from 2007 to 2013 when property prices skyrocketed in almost every part of the country. The key areas such as Sao Paulo and Rio De Janeiro witnessed as much as 150% rise in property prices in the last six years. The interest cut by the central bank from 26% in 2003 to 7.25% in 2012 brought a significant momentum in the property market.
However, the countdown for recession began in the first half of 2013 when interest rate started increasing, and by April 2014 it reached 11%. Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE)'s data shows that the economy of Brazil's declined by 1.6% in the first quarter of 2015 as compared to the first quarter of 2014.
The civil unrest along with political instability hindered economic growth and led to recession hit the country. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the growth was just 0.2% in 2014, and the economy declined by 3.6% in 2016 following a fall of 3.8% in 2015.
All property projections predict further turmoil in the realty sector. According to Global Property Guide, "Brazil's housing market continues to struggle. In Sao Paulo, house prices fell by 3.75% during the year to Q1 2017. Quarter-on-quarter, house prices dropped 0.58% in Q1 2017, the ninth consecutive quarter of falling home prices."
The office market report of Q4 of 2016 by Colliers says, "The S?o Paulo Class A + A and B office market closed 2016 with an inventory of 2,709,000 sqm and 2,058,000 sqm – totaling 4,767,000sqm – and a vacancy rate of 25% and 21%, respectively."
Contrary to the market projections, a section of construction industry group is of the view that some areas like greater Sao Paulo area will witness a revival by the end of 2017 with 5% to 10% rise in the property prices.
Real Estate Tech in Brazil
Brazil is the first country in South America which is experimenting the use of blockchain to secure the property ownership data at the government offices. This unique initiative will keep property records on the blockchain. If successful, this will open a new chapter for real estate tech in brazil.
A USA based company Ubitquity, LLC have collaborated with Cart?rio de Registro de Im?veis [Real Estate Registry Office] in Brazil to pilot its Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform to make land and property transaction records accurate and indisputable.
Nathan Wosnack, founder & president of Ubitquity LLC, has been quoted as saying that the collaboration will help demonstrate to government municipalities the power and benefits of using blockchain-powered record keeping.
The use of this technology has several advantages. Besides improving accuracy, security, and transparency, this technology will help the municipalities to handle property disputes fairly. Also in case, a property owner loses his original documents, he can find a back-up with the government authorities.
Besides this new initiative, online property websites to offer search, list, and marketplace; mobile brokerage firms, property search web applications; co-working spaces are some of the instances of the innovative face of real estate in Brazil.
Most of them aim at foreigners. A foreigner who wants to buy property in Brazil needs to obtain a tax identification number, also called CPF. Besides certain agriculture properties, foreigners are free to purchase all sort of properties in the country.
The property websites often have experienced lawyers on their panel who assist in finalizing various property documentations. The process for complete property transactions takes from 15 days to about a month depending on the status of the title of the property. Lawyers often do due-diligence on behalf of the customers. The bureaucratic red tape makes property transaction a complicated process and an experienced lawyer's assistance is inevitable.
Top players in Real Estate Tech in Brazil:
VivaReal is among the largest startups in the country. Launched is 2009, it lists approximately 5 million properties on its site and has over 15 million visits every month, says Crunchbase.
The website adds, "VivaReal is an online real estate marketplace that connects buyers, sellers, and renters with properties in Brazil. It enables its users to sell, buy, rent, or invest in residential and commercial properties, vacation homes, beach front properties, and investment properties.
VivaReal has raised $74.78 million from 19 investment companies in six funding rounds out of which the most recent one included $41.7 million in Series C funding from Spark Capital in October 2014.
Some of the prominent investors of the company are 500 Startups, Ariel Poler, Brian Requarth, Dragoneer Investment Group, Errol Damelin, Florian Otto, Gordon Rubenstein, Greg Waldorf and James Gray.
In a second acquisition, VivaReal has taken over Geoimovel, which has been operating for 15 years in real estate analytics and market intelligence.
Some of the other well-known online realty players are Imovelweb, Minha Casa Brasil, QuintoAndar.com.br, PropertyBrazil.com.
Imovelweb offers sale and rental in Brazil, and the company claims to have a broad range of houses, apartments, commercial real estate. It also claims to have its presence in smartphone through its web application.
Minha Casa Brasil provides an online advertising platform, where buyers and sellers can showcase their ready homes, apartments and other properties.
PropertyBrazil.com is a "multi-lingual Brazilian real estate portal with sales and rental listings from private owners, agents, and developers."
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Some sites like QuintoAndar.com.br operates in the rental market. According to the company, it "simplifies the whole renting process – from expediting the search for a place to live to reduce bureaucracy and eliminating the need of co-signers. For the landlord, QuintoAndar makes renting safer by providing better information on the tenant and guaranteeing on-time payments every month." Some foreign real estate agencies like Rightmove.co.uk also operates and assist homebuyers.
The co-working spaces in the country have also developed considerably with the presence of companies like CUBO, plug.co and Impact Hub.
Opportunities for Real Estate Tech in Brazil
Brazil is second after the United States of America in the penetration of internet in the country and use of social networking site Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube. Reports say that Brazil has more mobile phones than its total population. If the state decides to capitalize on these positive features in the realty sector, the market will bounce bank in no time, feel many experts. This will in turn drive the real estate tech in brazil.
Besides having an excellent telecommunication infrastructure, the recession-hit market in Brazil has some good news too. As a boon in disguise, global real-estate investors such as Brookfield Property Partners LP, Blackstone Group LP, and Global Logistic Properties have entered the realty market. They know that prices have already bottomed out and at this point of time a right investment can earn a good profit.
The foreign investors have also realized that the market has already touched the bottom, they should now return to the market to buy. It's the right time for the Brazilian realty market to embrace technology and get its maximum benefit.Its a good time to set up PropTech incubators and accelerators in Brazil, they can bet up in partnership with the local real estate developers.
Way forward for Real Estate Tech in Brazil
Despite the prediction of poor performance of the property market, a section of realtors and property experts believe that outlook for the residential market is improving in some areas such as Sao Paulo. They think that the interest rate will go down as the economy has indicated to stabilize. To exploit the maximum benefit of innovative technology, the government needs to amend the outdated laws and strict tax norms which are serious impediments in the entrepreneurial initiatives of the youngsters. The country's infrastructure needs improvement, and higher education system is in dire need of expansion.
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Predicting alfalfa winter injury or kill is never easy
Predicting alfalfa winter injury or kill is never easy. There are suites of stressor impacting winter injury or kill where some under our control (e.g., harvest management, stand age, etc.) and others that are not (e.g., weather). The essential takeaway regardless of the stressor is to evaluate your alfalfa stands every spring, and ask the question, "Will my alfalfa meet my forage demands?" This will help you determine which management steps are best relative to forage demands and alfalfa stand health. Following is a quick overview of critical elements that can impact alfalfa winter survivability and subsequent performance.
How previous management affects winter injury
The ability of alfalfa stands to overwinter starts with optimal management decisions. Alfalfa cultivars must be selected by regional and climatic specificity to ensure the appropriate genetics are present for winter hardiness and disease resistance. Proactive fertility management as well as pest management are also critical, as stressed plants are weaker, and cannot efficiently synthesize carbohydrates for winter storage (read more on alfalfa establishment).
The timing of harvest events, especially in the fall can maintain or deplete root reserves critical for winter survival. No cutting is recommended between September 1st and October 15th in Minnesota, as this critical harvest period is needed for carbohydrate accumulation. Critical harvest period dates will vary depending on how far north you are located, but regardless of the time of year, it is crucial that final harvest occurs 4 to 6 weeks before the average date of the first killing frost. Cutting during this period interferes with the accumulation of carbohydrate reserves because energy is expended for new growth at the expense building winter reserves. It is also recommended to maintain a minimum of 6 inches of standing growth or stubble to serve as a snow catchment for insulation to protect against winter injury.
|Figure 1. Snow depth at Southern Research and Outreach Center, Waseca, MN 2019. Data provided by UMN-SROC.
Environmental effects on winter injury
Lethal temperatures at crown depth:
A minimum of 4 inches of snow is considered adequate to insulate the soil and prevent direct freezing damage to alfalfa. At Waseca 2019, there was more than 4-inches of snow from January 22nd to present (Figure 1). Snow cover provides the needed soil insulation buffing extreme drops in soil temperature. Temperatures between 15 to 5°F at the crown are capable of causing alfalfa winter injury (Figure 2). Notice that even when air temperatures dropped below -22 F (solid-blue), soil temperatures at the crown (dashed-red) remained above the threshold due to the insulating snow cover (pink-band; Figure 2).
Spring weather
Precipitation and freeze-thaw cycles in late winter and early spring can lead to formation of a layer of ice at the soil surface, or "ice sheeting". If prolonged by the weather, freezing rain and ice sheets can deplete soil oxygen and create toxic levels of carbon dioxide, ethanol, and methanol beneath the ice. Alfalfa can endure short periods of ice sheeting, however, periods lasting longer than 7 days can cause significant injury and even death. Driving around Minnesota this year, I noticed significant pooling of water and the formation of ice sheets. Already for the 2019 year, Waseca, MN received 6-inches of non-snow precipitation (SROC Weather Data, 2019). Pay close attention to low lying areas where ice sheets have formed, and be prepared to assess alfalfa stand health across the entire field with special attention to the areas that were under the ice sheets.
Assessing winter injury
Regardless of winter conditions, always assess alfalfa stand health each spring. Winter injury may not be immediately apparent and may be indicated by slow or uneven spring growth, or could go undetected until after the first cut. The most direct assessment of spring plant health is taproot color and turgidity. Dig a few plants from representative areas of the field, and split the taproot down the center as shown in Image 1. Healthy roots should be off-white in color, turgid, firm and hydrated. Damaged or winterkilled roots will be dark, dehydrated, and "ropey" as seen in Image 1.
|Image 2. Dissected winter-killed alfalfa crown (2018). Notice the dark color and unhealthy appearance of the center tissue indicating injury to the plant.
- >55 stems per square foot = Density is not limiting to production
- 40 to 55 stems per square foot = Some reduction has occurred, but adequate production is still likely
- <40 stems per square foot = May need to consider termination or supplementary options
Management options: what to do?
Remember that injured alfalfa stands can exhibit delayed regrowth, but may be capable of recovering. Be careful not to rush into alternative options if the stand can be maintained for acceptable production. If action is required, carefully consider the cost and expected benefit of alternatives. Supplemental forages such as teff, annual ryegrass, and small grains can be interseeded into a thin stand or used to fill in open spots. If counts are below the 40 stems per square foot threshold in several areas throughout the field, termination, and planting of silage corn or BMR sorghum may be more appropriate than interseeding into the remaining alfalfa stand.


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Therapy is a process in which a trained professional enters a relationship(s) with a client for the purpose of helping the client with personal growth, behavioral issues or symptoms of a mental illness. The process involves the client and the therapist talking about issues which is why it is often called "talk therapy". Issues may include feeling "lost" or "stuck", feeling anxiety or panic, depression, anger, sadness, feeling obsessions or compulsions or just feeling unhappy for a number of reasons. These issues may have led to drug use or withdrawn behavior from individuals or social situations. Psychotherapy can help people who are feeling any of these symptoms or others not listed.
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The Swift Group has won eight of the highly sought after Caravan Industry awards for its latest generation of motorhomes, tourers and holiday homes at the recently held 2008 International Caravan and Motorhome show at the NEC, Birmingham.
The luxurious Swift Chamonix 38/2 bed holiday home which has seen an uplift in specification won the ultimate prize of Caravan Holiday Home of the Year as well as first place in the Caravan Holiday Home Class in the over £20,000 category.
The Swift Moselle 38/2 bed holiday home, which combines contemporary interiors with high specification, along with the new four berth, single axle, Swift Conqueror 530 tourer won both the tourer and holiday homes Hawkins Electrical Awards whilst the Swift Conqueror range won the Bakers of Cheltenham Caravan Safety and Security Award for being fitted with the new 'HAL Locate' GPS tracking system which is monitored by Eurowatch.
Swift has improved their class-leading security in their top of the range tourer models with the new 'HAL Locate' with European-wide cover, the only GPS tracking and monitoring system to have the highest level of Thatcham approval for use in the leisure industry. This is an upgrade to the previous system.
In the tourer classes, the popular new Swift Conqueror 630 fixed bed, end washroom, twin axle layout won the best tourer in the over £16,000 category.
Swift Motorhomes also did well at the awards ceremony with the Swift Bolero 630EW model winning the Thetford Washrooms of the Year Award in the motorhomes category and Swift winning the Whale Awards for Innovation in the motorhome category for the new Low Line over-cab interior layout.
Steve Trossell, Swift Group Product Director, commented "Tremendous effort has been put into designing our latest ranges, many which were launched at the NEC Show. To win such a wide spread of awards shows that we have got the finer detail our customers demand right."
Summary of awards:
- Caravan Holiday Home of the Year – Swift Chamonix 38/2 Bed
- Tourer Classes (Best over £16,000) – Swift Conqueror 630
- Caravan Holiday Home Classes (Best over £20,000) - Swift Chamonix 38/2 Bed
- Thetford Washrooms of the Year (Motor Caravans) – Swift Bolero 630EW
- Hawkins Electrical Awards (Tourers) – Swift Conqueror 530
- Hawkins Electrical Awards (Caravan Holiday Homes) – Swift Moselle 38/2 Bed
- Whale Awards for Innovation (Motor Caravans) – Swift Motorhomes for the Low Line over-cab interior layout
- Bakers of Cheltenham Caravan Safety and Security Award – Swift Caravans for the 'HAL Locate' tracking system monitored by Eurowatch


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Our TWO ROOMS APARTMENTS are appointed with bright and modern furniture. You will stay in an apartment with separate living and sleeping areas. The fully-equipped kitchen unit, with ceramic hob (4 burners), oven with integrated microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator with 3* freezer compartment, offers space for your "inner chef" and a dining area with seating for 3. The separate bathroom is equipped with a walk-in shower, toilet and double vanity. It is also equipped with 2 flatscreen TVs. The entire living area offers the appeal of its windows extending down to the floor and the beautiful, high-quality tile floor. Temperatures in summer are always pleasant, thanks to the passive house design . Underfloor heating provides a warm and cosy atmosphere. A bright curtain can be drawn to separate the cooking and dining area from the rest of the living area and the sofa bed. This gives you the option of creating additional privacy to suit your needs. The spacious balcony features a table and chairs. The perfect place to cap off a beautiful day in Munich.
- 40-inch TV
- Sofa bed
- Armchair
- Living room table
- Floor lamp
The large double bed up to 2.10 metresin length ensures plenty of space and comfort. We are pleased to make preparations for the 3rd and 4th person, with a cosy sofa bed in the living area. (on request, extra charge) A light curtain can be drawn to separate the sofa bed visually from the rest of the living area.
This creates an individual retreat here as well. For our little guests we offer a cot or extra bed, as well as a high chair. (on request, cot available for extra charge)
- 32-inch TV
- Bed 2.10 metres in length
- Oversized duvet
- High-quality spring mattress
- Pillow size 60 x 80 cm
- Valet stand
- Book shelf
- Reading lamp with touch function
Cooking & cleaning
Cooking & cleaning
The noble and high-quality kitchen fully equipped with cooking and tableware leaves nothing to be desired. It offers everything you need for cooking, baking, or "Bavarian Brotzeitl'n" (meals). Here can enjoy your favorite dishes.
- JURA coffee machine incl. coffee beans
- 2 bottles sparkling water
- Fresh fruit
- Dishwasher
- Oven with integ. microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Mixer
- Ceramic hob (4 burners)
- Tableware
- Coffee set
- Pots + pans
- Teapot + tea infuser
- Cutting boards
- Measuring cup
- Bowls and jars
- Tea towels
- Washing and cleaning supplies
- sugar
- Vacuum cleaner
- Mop + bucket
- Iron + ironing board
- Walk-in shower
- Toilet
- Vanity
- Counter
- Towel bar
- Underfloor heating
- Towels
- Large LED mirror
- Cosmetic mirror
- Hair dryer
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Streaming Radio – The Price is Right!
You may find this hard to believe, but some of us at Compu-Home (okay, ONE of us) is of a certain age and sometimes has a bit of a challenge finding the "right sort" of music on the radio. We once went so far as to discuss a special and very expensive antenna, to bring in a larger selection of radio stations. Luckily, cooler heads prevailed and a more knowledgeable member of the group came up with a far simpler and cheaper alternative that makes use of existing equipment and Internet service. Radio through your computer can now be as simple or as elaborate as you want it to be, starting with a modest-bandwidth Internet connection and your computer's built-in sound and speakers. Then you have the option to bump it up a notch or two by adding a Bluetooth speaker to carry the sound anywhere in your home, or earbuds to keep it personal. Desktop or laptop computers, tablets or smartphones are all quite capable of being your 2018 radio, bringing in stations from all over the world.
SINGLE RADIO STATIONS: If you happen to know of specific stations that carry your preferred programs and music it is a simple matter to find their websites and copy shortcuts into a folder on your desktop. The websites all look different but they usually offer at least a schedule and a button for live streaming and sometimes podcasts. Often you can subscribe to podcasts or email programming reminders and special events and this can be a good idea, although sometimes public broadcasters' reminders will include appeals for donations.
NETWORKS: The advantage of a network of stations can be as simple as time-shifting, or local news from communities anywhere on the globe. Other features might include specific programming, like CBC's Ontario Today, or one of our personal favourites: Wait Wait … Don't Tell Me! on NPR's WBEZ Chicago. There are lots of national and international networks, such as BBC and United Nations Radio that will provide differing perspectives on world events.
PACKAGES: AccuRadio is probably the best known of the services that offer hundreds of international radio stations and the ability to categorize and search within the groups. iHeartRadio is a relative newcomer, and RadioPlayer Canada is a homegrown version, with primarily Canadian content. Sometimes these services can become overwhelming, with Internet-Radio, for example, claiming that it offers music from "37,465 radio stations worldwide!" Often these services have a free version with advertising, or premium subscriptions that are ad-free and offer more features.
MOSTLY MUSIC: If music is your primary interest there is a huge variety of services for you and we simply have to suggest that you try as many as possible of them before settling on one or a few that suit you best. Our personal favourites and recommendations that have been passed on to us include CBC Music, Spotify, 8Tracks and Deezer. (It is not lost on us that Deezer rhymes with Geezer.) Don't forget YouTube, which we explored in detail in a column last year, and which offers the added bonus of video. Many offer a limited free trial, and then you have to subscribe for a monthly or yearly fee. You might decide that the subscription is worth it, but we think it's a good idea to try several services to make sure you have found the one that is best for you.
YOUR SUGGESTIONS ?? If you write to us with your experiences, suggestions and feedback, we will pass them on (without names if you prefer) in a future column and blog.


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Today marks the 31nd anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court case of Colorado v. Connelly[1]. This case set a low bar for what counts as a knowing and intelligent waiver of ones Miranda[2] rights, in part to guarantee that statements made by the mentally ill, mentally challenged, and ignorant, could still be used in subsequent criminal prosecutions.
The Case[3]
The case behind Colorado v. Connelly[4] highlights the difficulty courts have had in determining what counts as a knowing and voluntarily waiver of one's constitutional rights. In April 1983, police found the body of a young girl behind an alley southwest Denver Colorado. Police could not identify the body, as it had suffered serious decomposition. An autopsy found that the girl had died from six stab wounds to the back. Fingerprints proved inconclusive in identifying her. Dental analysis put the victims age at between 15 and 16 years old. With no other leads, the case became cold until August 18th, 1983.
On that day, Francis Connelly, a severely mentally ill man with an extensive, well documented history of Schizophrenia, approached an off-duty Denver police officer in front of the Denver Courthouse and asked to be arrested. The officer initially thought Mr. Connelly was joking, and asked why, to which Mr. Connelly responded, "I killed someone". When the officer asked for more information, Mr. Connelly said that he had stabbed a 14-year-old girl near the area were the young girls body had been found the previous April. The officer immediately gave Mr. Connelly his "Miranda Warning", and arrested him and took him to the police station. While waiting for the Detectives to arrive and question him, Mr. Connelly said he wanted to talk about the case.
Mr. Connelly stated that he had met the girl while he was a Taxi driver in Boston, and had traveled to Denver with her on a greyhound the previous year. He said the girl's name was Mary Anne Junta and stated he would take police to where the body was located. When asked if he was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, Mr. Connelly said no. After giving him another "Miranda Warning" police followed Connelly's directions to the scene where the body had been found in April and became visibly upset and scared to be at the scene.
During the following months, Denver Detectives traveled to Boston to get more info on the victim only to be told they had no missing persons reports matching the victims description. Detectives also met with Mr. Connelly's parents who attested that Mr. Connelly had brought a girl matching the victim's description to their home for Thanksgiving in 1982. The family reported the girl worked at a local tire shop and Mr. Connelly had worked as a Taxi driver at that time. They also reported that they received a phone call from Mr. Connelly on Christmas 1982 asking for money to pay for a plane ticket from Denver to Boston however when they arrived at the airport to pick him up, he never showed. The parents then received a call in January of 1983 from a Mental Hospital in New York saying they were treating their son.
The detectives finally found an area tire shop where the girl had worked, and with the help of the employees were able to contact the girl's family. The girl's family were Native Americans from Canada who positively identified the articles of clothing found on the body in April. With the identification in hand, Prosecutors brought charges of second degree murder against Mr. Connelly for the death of Mary Anne Junta.
At trial, Mr. Connelly sought to have his confession suppressed, arguing that his statements were not voluntary. Mr. Connelly had to be hospitalized for 7 months following the identification of the body's location, and was found incompetent to stand trial during that period. Doctors diagnosed him with chronic schizophrenia and Mr. Connelly testified that he confessed at the behest of "the word of God". He also testified that God told him to confess or kill himself and that demons had been escaping from Mary Anne Junta's body after he killed her. The defense brought the state Psychiatrist who had treated Mr. Connelly during his hospitalization to the stand who testified that Mr. Connelly was indeed deeply mentally ill, suffered from auditory hallucinations, believed the voice was "the voice of God", was relatively high functioning, but had no ability to resist the "word of God". As such, He testified that Mr. Connelly could not voluntarily have waived his right against self-incrimination because he could not disobey the "voice of God."
The State offered no witnesses against the defense, and the Trial judge made the unexpected decision to suppress all of Mr. Connelly's statements reasoning that he had not exercised his free will in speaking with the police because he was under duress as a result of his mental illness. The State immediately appealed the Trial judges ruling to the Colorado Supreme Court, who promptly ridiculed the Trial judge for the manner in which he had conducted the hearing but affirmed his ruling regarding the suppression of the evidence.
The State then applied for a writ of certiorari from the Supreme Court on one issue. They wanted cert on the admissibility of statements made by Mr. Connelly prior to his arrest. Cert was granted in 1986.
The Argument
On October 8th, 1968 at the Supreme Court, the State argued that Mr. Connelly's statements to the police officer prior to his arrest had been made knowingly and voluntarily. The State contended that Connelly may have been under duress at the time he made the statements, however Miranda[5] was not meant to protect suspects from coercion of non-governmental agents, in this case, Miranda was not intended to protect a suspect from their own mental coercion.
Mr. Connelly's lawyers argued that Miranda's holding was meant to protect a suspect from coercion, and as such did not distinguish between government and non-governmental actors. Further, the Defense argued that Mr. Connelly could not have made a knowing or voluntary waiver of his rights because he was suffering a Schizophrenic episode and was therefore incapable of making a knowing a voluntary waiver of his rights.
The Decision
On December 10th, 1986[6], the Supreme Court rendered its judgment. In a 7 – 2 decision, the Majority led by Chief Justice William Rehnquist[7] held that the protections established in Miranda did not apply non-governmental agents. The Court reasoned that suppressing such statements would have no deterrent effect on law enforcement which as the primary reason for the Miranda protections in the first place. Further, the Court held that for a statement to be knowing, the suspect only needs to understand what his rights where. Also, for a statement to be voluntary, the suspect must make his statements free of government coercion. In this case, the Majority believed that Mr. Connelly had been compelled to confess, by that compulsion did not come from the government, and as such was not within the protection of Miranda.
With the Supreme Court's decision rendered, the case was reversed and remanded to the trial court to finish the case. However, due to how long the case had taken to get to the Supreme Court, and because Mr. Connelly had remained in jail for the entire appeal process, Mr. Connelly had accumulated a large amount of time served off his possible sentence. As such, Mr. Connelly plead guilty to the charge of second degree Murder, was sentenced to 12 years in prison, immediately applied his time served to the sentence, and was paroled a year and half later in 1989 having served 5 years and ten months in prison. Once Mr. Connelly completed his parole, he left Colorado in 1990, and has not been heard of since.
While the case highlights a difficult area of mental health and criminal justice, the holding of Colorado v. Connelly remains clear. The protections established in Miranda, and those enshrined in the 5th and 6th amendment is integral to a defendant's rights, those rights can be waived. Miranda does not protect you from non-governmental coercion. Further, a simple understanding of your rights is all that is required to waive them. Experienced Legal Representation is necessary to ensure that your rights are protected from the state, and from yourself, especially if you suffer from mental illness.
Written By Hunter White
[1] Colorado v. Connelly, 479 U.S. 157, 107 S. Ct. 515 (1986)
[2] Miranda v. Arizona, 384 U.S. 436, 86 S. Ct. 1602 (1966)
[3] http://moritzlaw.osu.edu/students/groups/osjcl/files/2012/05/Pizzi.FinalPDF.pdf
[4] https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/479/157/
[5] https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/384/436/
[6] http://www.nytimes.com/1986/12/11/us/confessions-of-mentally-ill-upheld-by-high-court.html


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Press Release
December 27, 2015
No more sad Christmas for public school teachers
"The country's public school teachers will have a merrier Christmas under a Duterte-0Cayetano government."
This was the pledge made today by presidential contender Davao City Mayor Rodrigo "Rody" Duterte and his running mate Senate Majority leader Alan Peter Cayetano.
The tandem said if elected in 2016, they will grant an additional P 10,000 compensation for public school teachers over and above the Salary Standardization Law (SSL).
"Tatapusin natin ang malulungkot na pasko ng ating mga guro. Hindi dapat sila tinitipid at kinakaligtaan. Makakaasa ang ating mga guro ng matapang na solusyon at mabilis na aksyon para itaas ang kanilang mga sahod at iba pang benepisyo," Cayetano said.
The senator lambasted the government's proposed salary increase for public school teachers calling it "inconsiderate" and "negligible."
Cayetano said the government's proposed entry-level position of teachers is to grant an additional amount of P2, 205.00 from the present P18, 549.00 or a meager increase of less than 12%, spread over a period of four years, making the annual increase of a little more than P500.00, the lowest in recent history.
"Instead of repairing the government's erroneous compensation scheme for teachers, which past and present salary laws classified teachers as among the lowest paid government professionals, its proposed salary increase only reinforced this flawed system," Cayetano said.
"This what Mayor Duterte and I want to end. We will restore the dignity of the teaching profession. No more cheapskate wage increases which do not address burdensome taxes, cost of living and living conditions in general," Cayetano added.
Cayetano said their proposal is part of his Senate Bill 94, that grants public school teachers, locally-funded teachers, non-teaching personnel, and non-teaching personnel of the Department of Education (DepEd) additional compensation.
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The TRX-1 includes a case with two snap-in inserts in gray and green.
Believe it or not, Whistler is doing more than Apple in terms of protection and color options.
Right up until the Uniden SDS100 launched in June, this was our top selling scanner of 2016, 2017, and 2018.
Customer feedback on the TRX-1 has been overwhelmingly positive.
All of our internal staff sampled this scanner when it launched in 2016... so that's why our stock count has been off by 5 for nearly three years now(?)Chat with a TRX-1 expert
Battery & Powering Scanner
The TRX-1 is not powerful enough to charge batteries.
The solution is an external 4 bay AA battery charger, which you can add on this page.
We STRONGLY recommend all buyers add this. Some buy 2 sets of batteries so they always having a fresh set.
Specifics & Compare
|Handheld Digital Phase 2 Police Scanner Comparison
Manufacturer's SKU or unique product number.
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There are two scanner manufacturers: Whistler and Uniden.
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There are 3 'types' of scanners:
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Scanners are able to monitor 4 format types:
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Scanners are able to monitor 4 format types:
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Scanners are able to monitor 4 format types:
Learn About Trunking
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Scanners are able to monitor 4 format types:
Which Scanner Is Right For You
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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and all emergency weather communication is broadcast on the analog format throughout the US.
Learn About Weather Radio Frequencies
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These are all a suite of standards that basically mean
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Monitor P25, TDMA, APCO-25, EDACS, LTR, Analog Motorola, Digital Motorola
EDACS is a Digital Phase 2 format used sparingly in the US. Only a few scanners can pick up EDACS, and some require an upgrade to do this.
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|With Paid Upgrade
NXDN is a narrow-band technical protocol for mobile communications.
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DMR is a form of digital phase 2.
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|With Paid Upgrade
|With Paid Upgrade
|With Paid Upgrade
Scanners pick up frequencies in the 25-1300 Mhz range. This gets needlessly technical, so we recommend focusing on the 4 formats:
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|25 MHz - 1.3 GHz
|25 MHz - 1.3 GHz
|25 MHz - 1.3 GHz
|25 MHz - 1.3 GHz
Some scanners are able to pick up AM & FM radio.
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The number of channels or frequencies that can be saved to this scanner.
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|Virtually Unlimited
|Virtually Unlimited
|Virtually Unlimited
Some Digital Phase 1 & 2 scanners are GPS capable. GPS allows users in vehicles to pinpoint their exact location, allowing new frequencies to load onto their scanner as they move to new areas. In order to use GPS on your scanner, a GPS device is required.
Learn About GPS Features
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Alpha tags are short descriptions under 12 characters used to label frequencies and talk groups.
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Network Access Code (NAC) is a user programmable 12-bit code that prefixes every packet of data sent (including voice packets). NAC codes minimize co-channel interference and allow repeater addressing. Example: 156 = DEA, 330 = FBI
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Essentially this allows the scanner to operate in a standby mode and only respond to fire tone-outs, which are audible tones that alert specific resources. In this setting, no radio transmissions are audible until a specific set of tones are broadcast.
Learn About Fire Tone-Outs
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Location-based scanning allows you to control which systems/sites and channel groups are scanned based on your exact location. This frees you from having to manually enable and disable channel groups or systems as you change location.
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Rapidly detects and monitors frequencies close by. Can be used to pick up nearby radio transmissions when on-the-go.
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Allows you to record conversations for later playback.
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A backlit keypad allows the scanner to be used easily in the dark.
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The scanner has an audio AV input that can be used with a headset or an external speaker.
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All scanners can be programmed via PCs, but not Mac's. There is no Mac compatible software. If you have a Mac, we can program your scanner for you.
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All scanners can be programmed via PCs, but not Mac's. There is no Mac compatible software. If you have a Mac, we can program your scanner for you.
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Scanner comes with software and frequencies, but still requires set up.
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Some digital scanners come with software, which allows you to program your scanner on a PC computer and upload to your device. Depending on the model, there is aftermarket software available for most scanners costing $0-$50.
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Some digital scanners come with US & Canadian frequencies. If Radio Reference lists what you want to hear, it's on the scanner.
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Memory - this only affects digital scanners driven via SD cards. 2 GB of memory is far more than most users will ever use, unless recording hundreds of hours of conversations.
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Simple and older scanner models have dynamic memory. The memory of newer digital scanners is driven via an SD card, which has many benefits.
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Estimated scanner reception range without antenna upgrade. Scanners work on line-of-sight, not satellites, so topography makes a large difference. Anything from a tree, hill, or a factory can affect reception.
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All battery operated police scanners use AA batteries.
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The available scanner use on a single charge.
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|8 hours
|8 hours
|6 hours
|Size (inches)
|1.25 x 2.25 x 5.25
|2.5 x 6.5 x 1
|2 x 6 x 1
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Both Whistler & Uniden scanner radios have a 1 year warranty.
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|1 year
|1 year
|1 year
|Summer 2016
|Summer 2018
|Fall 2013
|Spring 2015
|Key Feature
|Simulcast Capable
|GPS Capable
|Software not included
› 4 GB SD Card
› Antenna (Rubber Duck)
› miniUSB to USB Cable
› Belt Loop
› Case with green and gray inserts
› Guide
› EZ Scan Software
› 4 AA Batteries NOT Included
› AC Adapter NOT Included
How is the Whistler TRX-1 different than the the other phase 2 handheld scanners?
› The TRX 1 & 2 are the only scanners on the market capable of monitoring the NXDN. NXDN is a version of digital phase 2.
› The TRX-1 is the only scanner that comes with a case ($34.99 value) standard. The color inserts are also one of a kind.
› The TRX-1 has several minor technical upgrades that, while not game changing, cumulatively they make the scanning experience more enjoyable and easier.
I need a phase 2 digital scanner, why should I buy the TRX-1?
The TRX-1 was the best scanner on the market (2016- June 2018) and comes with upgrades over older scanners. NXDN is also a long sought after format to monitor and the TRX is the only scanner capable of monitoring this out of the box. The case and colored inserts are nice free add ons to protect your scanner. The overall user experience is great and Whistler continues to roll out new, free updates to their new flagship scanner. As this is our top seller (and the one all our employees own) we make more guides, tutorials and how-to's on this scanner over any other.
When will the TRX-1 go on sale?
We don't know. Whistler does not disclose when they will be dropping prices and even when prices do drop, it is usually only $5 -$10. You can sign up for our emails & we'll keep you posted. Also, we have a best price guarantee.
What's the difference between the TRX-1 and the BCD436HP?
Go to 'Specifics & Compare' tab to see technical differences or watch this comparison video. The main differences are:
› TRX can charge while powered on; BCD436HP must be powered off to charge.
› Whistler regularly upgrades their scanners for free; Uniden charges $50+ for upgrades.
› Whistler has knowledgeable staff you can call; Uniden does not offer phone support and limited email support.
› BCD436HP came out in 2013; TRX in June 2016. Like all new technology there have been several upgrades.
› TRX has a free case, BCD436HP does not.
› The BCD436HP has been recalled a few times since it launched.
Additional Memory?
You can add a larger memory (SD card) to increase favorites lists and recording space. Recording time by SD card size:
› 4 GB = 12 hours
› 8 GB = 24 hours
› 16 GB = 50 hours
› 32 GB = 100 hours
› 64 GB = 200 hours
How do I remove the case?
It's REALLY on there but it comes off. Remove the color insert before removing the case. this video shows you how to remove .
Can I charge the batteries from the scanner when it is on?
Yes, HOWEVER, this takes a very long time and the batteries will not fully charge. We recommend an external battery charger and 2 sets of rechargeable AA batteries; all of which can be added on this page. This way you can always have a fresh set up batteries. The batteries we sell last about 8 hours on single charge; Energizer/Duracell last about 5 hours.
External battery charger?
The TRX-1 is not powerful enough to charge the batteries we sell (or any battery) to full power. The solution is an external 4 bay AA battery charger which you can add on this page. We strongly recommend all buyers add this and the only reason we do not make mandatory is some already have.
My screen is scratched.
The faceplate is not done with a fine finish and may appear to be scratched but this is how Whistler scanners look. We cannot replace your unit due to the finish on the screen - this is how they ALL look. We are aware that the TRX-1 looks like they are damaged but this is just how they are done. We have brought this up with Whistler for years as it leads to upset users but this is just how Whistler manufacurers them. This is one of the many reasons we recommend Uniden SDS100 the over the TRX-1.
My Battery Life Display is Not Accurate.
The battery display on the TRX-1 does not function properly. Sometimes this works and sometimes it does not - the issue comes and goes with software updates from Whistler. This is an issue with the TRX-1 and we have this here to make buyers aware of this issue before they purchase and to state that we will not replace your unit due to this issue. If you are experiencing this issue we recommend making software update, if this does not fix issue, wait till next software update (usually monthly) and make update again.
Buyers Say
› Does not have WiFi or Bluetooth capabilities.
› Does not come with batteries (add above).
› AC adapter is not included (add above).
› Not GPS capable.
› Make sure AA batteries are fully recharged prior to putting into scanner.
› TRX cannot fully charge batteries. We recommend 2 sets of batteries and external battery charger.
› The faceplate is not done with a fine finish and may appear to be scratched but this is how all Whistler scanners look.
› Download TRX-1 EZ Scan Software. Download the software that drives this scanner for free. Set up favorite lists, configure for your area & see if you're comfortable operating before you buy. If you buy, you'll have everything set up & ready to go.
› Radio Reference is the largest police scanner radio forum with over 850k users. There are several threads about the TRX-1 where just about every question imaginable has been asked and answered by TRX-1 owners.
› YouTube playlist for the TRX-1.
› This Facebook group of TRX owners is private but they are very good about accepting new members, usually within minutes. Good place to chat with folks that actually own the TRX.
› Mark's Scanners compares digital scanners.
4 Part Whistler Programming Video Series
#1 How to download and install EZ Scan Software
#2 How to connect scanner to PC
Police Scanner Programming FAQ
What is 'One Touch Start Up'?
Adding this with programming allows our technicians to make hardware, software & frequency updates prior to shipping your scanner. You can buy only the programming which will give you everything needed to listen in your area but 'one touch start up' ensures a smooth experience right from the start with zero technical know-how. 'One touch start up' is popular with gifts as this allows the scanner to simply 'work' by powering on.
How long does this take?
Programming adds 1-2 additional business days to delivery.
What if this does not work?
We have a 100% money back guarantee if you're not happy with your programming.
How are you so much cheaper than other scanner programming places?
We're awesome.
Can you program X, Y, Z?
We can program anything that is in Radio Reference. If you have frequencies that are not in Radio Reference, as long as you can put them in a CSV file, we can program them.
What if I need help?
We're always here to help.
Can I programming this scanner myself?
We created a programming decision tree as well as programming videos (above) to help you decided on whether you should include professional programming with your scanner but we HIGHLY recommend adding programming.
Can't I just punch in my zip code for programming?
When you type in your zip code, it scans EVERYTHING in your area, which is kinda like getting the phone book thrown at you. This is why over 95% of orders include programming & why we highly recommend. Our professional programming filters the junk out so you don't have to listen to things such as the dog catcher, repo guy, power company & such.
How long does programming take?
It takes our scanner tech over an hour to program each scanner & this is ALL he does. For new & moderate scanner users we estimate 3-12 hours of programming. Setup time varies wildly based on scanner, area as well as scanner & general tech familiarity.
Why should I buy programming?
Programming is the #1 reason police scanners are returned. While scanner programming is much easier than the days of crystal scanners, there is a learning curve like any other electronics purchase. While some scanner enthusiasts are highly technical and want to learn the ins and outs of programming, others want their scanner to just 'work' right out of the box. 95% of all scanner sales include programming, so unless you're familiar with scanners, scanner terminology, own a PC (Mac's do not work), and want to learn the nuances of programming, we highly recommend having your scanner professionally programmed. Scanner technology is fairly user friendly, but scanners are not smartphones or iPads. If you're spending hundreds on a scanner; we recommend springing a few extra bucks so it works right out of the box.
Can't you teach me programming with your lifetime technical support?
No. Lifetime technical support is not unlimited technical support. We are always here to help, love to do so. We made how to videos and can help point you in the right direction, but we will not teach programming.
Customer Reviews (89)
- Satisfied with a TRX-1Review by Johnny B
A family member purchased me the TRX-1 as a gift
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He purchased it on Monday the 10th of September and I received it today the 13th of September
I am very satisfied with my trx-1 (Posted on 9/13/2018)
- .Review by William 亗 Harrison
Even though I did did not ultimately purchase an item, they were very helpful and responded quickly to emails. (Posted on 9/6/2018)
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Great people to buy from and talk to. My go to store for scanners. (Posted on 8/26/2018)
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Yet another fantastic experience with Zip Scanners. I've bought from them in the past. And will most liklely buy from them in the future based on my most recent purchase of the new SDS-100 from Uniden. Great job guys!!!! (and gals....lol) (Posted on 8/12/2018)
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- .Review by A McGovern
I acquired the TRX-1 from Zip Scanners and am very pleased with the radio. Their price was competitive, the shipping method and speed yielded a prompt, 2-day delivery. The product is exactly as advertised with no negative surprises. Next month I am likely to purchase the TRX-2 and it will be thru Zip Scanners. (Posted on 7/28/2018)
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High Tech, High-End Underwear: Mortgages Available
By William Thomas
Breaking news, but hopefully not wind – men's underwear is in the throes of a technological evolution. New upstart companies like Tommy John and Mack Weldon operated by "twenty somethings" have discovered that since our underwear hasn't changed much since the 1900s, it was high time for an unwarranted upgrade accompanied of course, by a massive hike in price.
The underwear industry has finally figured what most other corporate entities have been practicing for decades – take a perfectly good and functional product, add a whole bunch of shiny and unnecessary doodads and increase the price to tenfold. (My new Subaru came with a birthday app! No back-up beeper, mind you. But a birthday app!)
Actually in the case of the all-new but hardly improved butt huggers, with the cost going from $4.99 a pair to $70 a pair, make that a 1,302 per cent increase in price. Sales of men's underwear used to follow a simple and traditional pattern. The woman bought a pair of underwear for the man because otherwise he just wouldn't be wearing anything down there except rashes and brush burns. The man then wore that underwear faithfully. Okay, too faithfully. Then the woman, using the kind of rubber gloves that extend up to the elbows would take the man's underwear and burn it in the backyard. This sparked sales of new underwear and on and on it went. Classic supply side, skid-mark economics. That's the way we liked it. It wasn't pretty, but it worked.
The all-new gentrified gotchies at $70 a pop feature moisture control, cool zones and stealth waistbands. Scary, because we men always believe that our underwear was the moisture control! We never had a need for cool zones but we did possess a healthy fear of hot zones in the back and the need for a battery-operated methane gas detector. A stealth waistband? Honestly the only improvement on underwear we men ever wanted was a waistband with a locking mechanism that provided anti-wedgie protection.
Revolutionary improvements make these new models of bun baskets breathable, anti-microbial and anti-odour. In other words, they're gas masks made from 100 per cent cotton that you wrap around your ass with a stealth waistband, which apparently cannot be detected by radar. (Safe to say if the 'Underwear Bomber' had had this kind of technology at his disposal, he wouldn't be in jail today.)
The Tommy John designers have even reconfigured the front flap, which no man has ever actually used in the process of peeing because no man, except the Tommy John designer has actually noticed it. The front flap has now been re-developed into a "Quick Draw" fly … "for easier access." No one so far, including myself has had the courage to ask: "For easier access to what?!?"
The key question about men's underwear used to be boxers or briefs? From now on men might be asked: "Who are you wearing down there? Armani or Louis Vuitton?"
About the only thing these guys forgot to put in this state-of-the-art underwear is a noise alarm by which any internal eruption over 50 decibels triggers a voice recording that reminds you to change the batteries in your smoke detector. A fire retardant liner wouldn't be a bad idea either.
Although he could not have foreseen today's major advancements in men's chonies, Rodney Dangerfield may have had an inkling when he said: "I tell ya, I get no respect. Every time I put my underwear on I can hear the Fruit Of The Loom Boys laughing!" Actually, the Fruit Of The Loom Boys are balling their eyes out because if upscale undies take off, they're out of work.


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This family-run mountain lodge is exactly what school parties need to get their ski holiday started in style. A picturesque wooded valley setting and shuttle bus service to the local ski slopes provide just a couple of ticked boxes, with dorm-style accommodation always proving popular with students. All student bedrooms have private facilities and are suitable for up to eight occupants. The lodge also provides a full breakfast buffet to ensure early starts with hearty evening meals upon your return from the slopes. An on-site swimming pool, sauna and hot tub help to encourage empty plates around meal times with meeting room space available for evening entertainment or get togethers. With numerous North Lake ski resorts under a half hour's drive away and apres ski, such as: ice skating, bowling, film nights and live basketball matches, easily accessible, this is a great venue for experiencing life on the west coast of America. In a nutshell: in-house swimming and dining with apres ski and ski slopes within easy reach.
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- En-suite dorm-style rooms suitable for up to 8 students
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- North Lake ski regions approximately 20 minutes' drive
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We have classic instant soup mixes for you to enjoy. These range from chicken tortilla soup, corn chowder, black bean soup, and much more! You can use these soup mixes to enhance or create new soup recipes.
Classic Beef Barley Soup Mix
Classic Beef Barley Soup Mix 6 oz.
Wildwood's Hearty Beef Barley Soup Mix makes a quick and comforting soup. Serve it with warm biscuits and a salad for a fulfilling meal. This flavorful mix, combined with your additions, makes a delicious homemade soup in about an hour.
- $6.25
Classic Black Bean Chili Mix
Classic Black Bean Chili Mix 6oz
Wildwood's Classic Black Bean Chili is a great partner to your favorite sandwich or an instant success as a last minute dinner. Make this chili ahead of time and savor the flavor.
Preparation time 10 minutes. Cook time 30 minutes. Servings: 6
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Classic Chili Mix
Classic Chili Mix 6 ozWildwood's Chili Mix is so good no one will believe you didn't make it from scratch and you won't believe how easy it is to make!Preparation time 20 minutes. Cook time 30 minutes. Servings: 6
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Classic Corn Chowder Mix 7oz.
Wildwood's Corn Chowder Mix is a seasonal treat that you can now enjoy any time of the year. Serve it with warm cornbread for a quick and satisfying meal.Preparation time 20 minutes. Cook time 50 minutes. 8 Servings.
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Classic Tortilla Soup Mix
Classic Tortilla Soup Mix 6oz
Wildwood's Classic Tortilla Soup, with it's bold Tex-Mex flavor, brings a little of the Southwest to the table. This is truly a great "homemade" soup that your family and friends will love.Preparation time 10 minutes. Cook time 30 minutes. 8 servings.
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Classic Bean Soup Mix 6 oz.
Classic Bean Soup is just a great little soup- Do not let the word BEAN scare you, this is delicious! Add your left over sunday ham and enjoy!
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The AOC U3277PWQU offers a 31.5 inch 4K screen with excellent color reproduction and clarity without an extremely steep premium price tag. This 4K monitor uses a specialized VA panel that includes a 10-bit interface matched with a deep contrast ratio for extensive gamut coverage which makes it suitable for gaming and viewing pleasure. The AOC U3277PWQU offers specs at a price that looks too good to be true, making interesting to test and see how far your money goes regarding real-world performance.
AOC U3277PWQU Specifications
- Screen Size: 32 Inches
- Resolution: 3840 x 2160 4K UHD
- Aspect Ratio: 16:9
- Panel Technology: Vertical Alignment (VA)
- Refresh Rate: 60Hz
- Response Time: 4ms
- Contrast Ratio: 3000:1 (Static)
- Brightness: 350 cd/m²
- Built-in Speakers: Yes (2 x 3 Watts)
- Stand: Height – Yes
- Stand: Tilt – Yes
- Stand: Swivel – Yes
- Stand: Pivot – Yes
- VESA Compatibility: Yes 100 x 100
- Connectivity: DisplayPort 1.2 x 1, HDMI MHL x 1, DVI-D x 1, VGA x 1, USB 3.0 x 5 3.5mm Jack
- Dimensions with Stand(WxHxD): 28.6" x 24.2" x 11.2″
- Weight: 25lbs
Design and Features
The AOC U3277PWQU utilizes a homey appeal that is suitable for most homes and offices with its piano black finish accented by brushed metal strips. The bezels aren't as thin as we would like at 20mm each, although they still appear reasonable for a monitor of this size. What's great, however, is that AOC managed to keep the proportions modest despite the screen's size.
There are OSD bottoms under the bottom bezel plus a power LED which glows blue when the monitor is in use and red when in standby mode. The rear panel of the chassis has a minimal bulge that is flat, making the AOC U3277PWQU suitable for wall or flush mounting. There is a convenience hub on the right side of this part with five USB slots which includes one for charging (yellow) and another for upstream (Type B).
The I/O layout for the AOC U3277PWQU is relatively simple and only includes the necessary options for everyday use. The panel consists of DisplayPort 1.2, HDMI MHL, plus DVI-DL and VGA for signal inputs so almost every type of GPU is compatible even if some may not be suitable for 4K operation. There is also a pair of 3-watt speakers for fundamental audio appreciation, but we would still recommend getting a headset or a good speaker package for games and movies.
The best physical attribute we love on the AOC U3277PWQU is its flexible stand which offers superb ergonomics for comfort and ease of use. You can tilt, swivel, pivot and even raise the height of the massive screen, so even the taller folk can enjoy this value monitor. This mechanism is covered in polished metal strips for a premium appeal, but we did notice a bit of wobbling which wasn't exaggerated but kind of worrying for a 32-inch monitor.
Display and Performance
The AOC U3277PWQU utilizes a 31.5-inch VA panel by InnoLux which they call an AAS or Azimuthal Anchoring Switch LCD. This module features a 3840 x 2160 resolution, 60Hz refresh rate, and 4ms response time, plus 10-bit color support without dithering and a matte AG coating. A contrast ratio of 3000:1 and a maximum brightness of 350cd/m2 are also specified for deep blacks and vibrant colors.
This model ships with a factory calibration report and a highly saturated image that has a slightly cool tint which in our opinion, is acceptable for most uses. The AOC U3277PWQU comes with decent color coverage which includes 90% of the Adobe RGB gamut with some skewing in greens. Selecting the sRGB preset sets a perfect 2.2 gamma curve, but it cuts out the extra vibrancy and sets sRGB coverage to 99%.
These minor flaws may turn-off meticulous professionals since incorrect saturation levels may affect the color integrity of the media they are producing. However, the AOC U3277PWQU is fantastic at the accuracy with delta E averages of only 1.7 by default or 1.3 after calibration and contrast ratio reaching up to 2700:1 depending on brightness. We know AOC markets this model for professionals, but these scores and the actual appearance of the screen makes it more suitable for entertainment.
Our test unit of the AOC U3277PWQU gave mixed results in color and brightness uniformity according to our colorimeter. There was a maximum variance of 25% in illumination towards the corners of the screen, while color uniformity did show a maximum Delta E of 3.5 from the universal D65 daylight standard. Anything below 3.0 is hardly noticeable for most users, especially since the screen is a bit larger than typical monitors.
The brand did include a Uniformity setting which should correct these issues up to some degree, but the tool slightly worsened the results. There were minuscule effects on illumination levels across the quadrants, but the color uniformity's maximum deviation rose to a Delta E of 5.0 which affected the integrity of the imaging output. We recommend leaving this setting off, although results may vary from unit to unit.
This mix of capabilities rendered our Destiny 2 test admirably, with the deep contrasts and extra vibrancy working well with the title's varying landscapes. The AOC U3277PWQU's size is perfect for 4K gaming with objects and images appearing crisp and clean despite the lenient pixel density. The cinematic appeal of titles is better conveyed by larger monitors, although gamers should sit a bit further to prevent eye strain.
Unfortunately, despite its merits for gaming, we couldn't recommend the AOC U3277PWQU for anything more than casual gaming. For starters, you will need a potent GPU to be able to run high graphics settings smoothly, since you can't rely on Adaptive-Sync to smoothen out stutters and tears. The slow pixel transitions of VA panels are also apparent in this model, with visible blurring and ghosting during fast-paced sequences.
Input lag is also on the high-side with the AOC U3277PWQU clocking in at an average of 30ms in our tests. While this isn't noticeable for some people, those who are used to fast gaming monitors will see the difference, with control inputs feeling a little sluggish. But for the weekend or after-hours gamer, this device and it's easy to swallow price should be sufficient.
Thoughts on the AOC U3277PWQU
The AOC U3277PWQU would have been a well-rounded monitor for gaming and professional endeavors if it weren't for the mixed results which undermined the output quality of the screen. Casual gamers and office users shouldn't be affected a lot by these issues, but these results will turn off the meticulous despite the enticing price. But on a positive note, the slight under-coverage can be corrected by a software-based solution to match the excellent accuracy of this model since its native gamut is comprehensive enough for complete sRGB representation.
Users who want a 32-inch 4K monitor might want to check out other options, but will inevitably spend more for models that fare better than the AOC U3277PWQU. An example is the slightly more expensive BenQ PD3200U will cost at least $200 more, but imaging results including responsiveness and input lag are on a different level.


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My teenager has been binge watching Law and Order: Special Victims Unit this summer. This has provided an interesting juxtaposition of life and art in a time when the Sexual Health Curriculum in Ontario is a major topic of conversation as the government seeks to repeal and replace it.
No real person or situation…
Each episode of the series includes a disclaimer that no real person or situation is depicted in the storylines. At the same time, this show clearly touches on real issues regarding gender, sexuality, consent, bullying and the Internet – all themes that are in the updated curriculum that has now be repealed.
Example 1 – "A Misunderstanding"
The storyline depicts two teenagers who converse via text and then find themselves in the darkroom during a school dance. The male, wanting to be memorialised as part of the "Cherry pickers' club", becomes aggressive despite the pleas of the female for him to 'slow down' and 'don't go down there'.
The investigation and trial becomes a he said/she said battle that is complicated by teenage insecurity and parental assumptions. I suspect there are those who could easily relate to and sympathise with the characters on both sides. As a result, we are reminded that, all too often, young people are not equipped to navigate sexual relationships appropriately leaving them vulnerable to the consequences of 'a misunderstanding'.
Example 2 – "Transgender Bridge"
A transgender teen is bullied by a group of teenage boys and falls off a bridge. When the transgender teen dies, the District Attorney decides to try the 15 year old assailant as an adult with the hate crimes statute attached. The defense argues that a teenager's impulse control is not fully evolved and that, presented with someone who contradicted his understanding of maleness, he reacted out of confusion and the fear that he didn't want his friends to think he was gay.
This premise seems to suggest that education about the transgender community could have changed the outcome of such an encounter significantly. Protection from discrimination based on gender identity and sexuality are provided in Ontario and Canada. Ensuring that young people are taught about these individuals could reduce stigma and the possibility for bullying and violence.
In real life…
Rehtaeh Parsons was 17 years old when she killed herself after having been assaulted by four teens at a party and finding photos of the event online which led to bullying and harassment. After reviewing the updated Ontario curriculum, Rehtaeh's father suggests that if that particular curriculum had been taught at his daughter's school, she might well be alive today because the curriculum "…talks about mental health, it talks about suicide and it talks about consent." He goes on to say: "I think the young men involved in Rehtaeh's case don't believe what they were doing was sexual assault or rape. They don't believe that whatsoever, and I think a lot of the kids in Rehtaeh's school who victim-blamed her had no idea around issues of consent. If they had, they may not have been so willing to torment her. If there were courses at school about sexting and sharing an image like that of her – people would have said this is child porn, this is against the law. And other kids would've come to her defence, or they might have confronted the ones who were victim-blaming and calling her names." See here
There is much to learn…
As mentioned in this post, a lot has changed in the past 20 years. Art has highlighted these changes through programs like Law and Order: Special Victims Unit. In Ontario we are currently confronted with the question: what will be taught in schools come September? What tools do you think our children need to ensure they can safely navigate through the realities of life in 2018?
We want to hear from you: Would you allow your children to watch Law and Order: Special Victims Unit? How might this program become a springboard to talk with young people about sexuality, gender, relationships and consent? To what extent do you think these topics should be discussed in schools?
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Philip L. Grunlose Sr.
Last updated 11/15/2017 at 10:57am
Philip L. Grunlose Sr. died at age 82 on Tuesday, October 24, 2017. Philip passed away with his family by his side at Coulee Medical Center, in Grand Coulee, Washington.
Philip was born in the Kartar Valley, Washington. He attended St. Mary's Mission Indian School and later graduated from Omak High School in 1951. Philip attended college at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, and it was during this time he met his future wife, Kay F. Hutchings. They were married at St. Mary's Mission on June 23, 1956, and recently celebrated their 62nd anniversary.
Philip's career path started with BIA, working in range at the Colville Confederated Tribes. He then worked with Job Corps, taking his family to Eagle Butte, South Dakota, then moving back to Ft. Simcoe Job Corps in White Swan, Washington. Starting in the early 70s, Philip decided to play music with his band full time and traveled across the northwest. He was ready to tour across Canada when he was called by the Yakima Nation to administer the failing ANA federal program. Philip then worked with the Warm Springs Tribal administrative offices and moved his family to Warm Springs, Oregon, in 1979.
Philip always wanted to return to the Colville Confederated Tribes, his home reservation. In the summer of 1980, Philip moved his family to Coulee Dam and started working for the CCT as the director of personnel. Philip then took a position as director of Area on Aging, working with the senior citizen programs. Philip suffered a heart attack, which forced an early retirement in 1998. In 2000, Philip returned to work with the CCT as Director of the tribal greenhouse. In 2004, because of his health, Philip decided to retire for good.
Since his teens, Philip loved to sing, play guitar and play music with his band. Because of Philip's early success in his career, he created more acceptance for Native American musicians. He paved the way for later generations of NW Native American musicians. Philip loved to play music for worthy causes, donating his time to entertain for Toys for Tots, Suicide Prevention, and Treaty Days, just to name a few.
Philip L. Grunlose Sr. is survived by two sons: Philip Jr. and Greg; three daughters: Debra, Dianna and Cheryl; 21 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
There are many friends and family that Philip leaves behind. He enjoyed the beautiful drive and time he spent at the Keller senior center.
The Grunlose family would like to thank all the people involved in helping us through this transitional time in our lives. Our appreciation and blessing go out to all the extended family, friends, and the staff at the Nespelem Community Center.
Please sign Philip's online register book at http://www.stratefuneralhome.com.
Strate Funeral Home of Grand Coulee is honored to be serving Philip's family.


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