To Be More Happier, a new book by Andre Thompson, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.
To Be More Happier is an eclectic collaboration of poetry that includes musical expressions, love, positivity, and enjoyment. Read this book written by audiophile Andre Thompson.
About the Author
Andre Thompson was born on 8/18/1966 in Harlem Hospital and grew up there. He came to Staten Island in 1981 and graduated from Curtis High School in 1984.
Andre likes taking long walks, listening to music, and attending his clubhouse (Venture House Staten Island), where he enjoys meaningful relationships, meaningful work, and great support!
To Be More Happier is an 84-page paperback with a retail price of $11.00 (eBook $6.00). The ISBN is 978-1-6491-3187-4. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For members of the press, to request a review copy, visit our virtual pressroom at http://dorrancepressroom.com or to buy the book visit our online bookstore at https://bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com/to-be-more-happier/
When two Category 5 hurricanes hit the Virgin Islands in 2017, hams there knew they had to do something. The two monster storms destroyed 95% of St. Croix’s electric utility poles, and many antenna towers were down. As a result, the USVI Government’s primary land-mobile-radio (LMR) trunked radio system was essentially non-functional, and the National Guard could not be heard on any radio frequency for a week following the storms.
Territory radio clubs immediately went into action. St. Croix ham operators quickly established a daily high-frequency (HF) net for first response agencies. A single surviving ham repeater provided limited communications between islands. These links provided critical information and communications for governmental and non-governmental agencies including FEMA, Department of Defense, Transportation Security Agency, National Park Service, VI National Guard, Red Cross, and local police and fire services.
A $27,955 grant from Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC) will help them bolster the amateur radio infrastructure and train new amateur radio operators, thereby improving their ability to respond to disasters in the future. The funds will allow the Virgin Islands Amateur Radio Group (VIARG) – a group formed after the 2017 hurricanes – to purchase backup repeaters, commercial-grade antennas that will improve the resiliency and coverage of the repeaters, and training materials to help new amateurs get licensed and on the air.
VIARG President Fred Kleber, K9VV (NP2X) commented, “The generous ARDC grant will allow VIARG to improve and harden the territory’s critical amateur repeater system, and adding digital communications capabilities marks a new chapter for new and future territory amateurs.”
About Virgin Island Amateur Radio Group (VIARG) The Virgin Islands Amateur Repeater Group (VIARG) was formed in 2017 following devastating twin Category 5 hurricanes Irma and Maria in the territory of the United States Virgin Islands (USVI). VIARG’s primary goal is implementing, maintaining and expanding a linked repeater system to connect USVI hams and promote amateur radio in the Territory. By doing so, VIARG supports its federal and territorial partners, as well as other non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Learn more about amateur radio in the United State Virgin Islands at vihamradio.org.
About ARDC Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC) is a California-based foundation with roots in amateur radio and the technology of internet communication. The organization got its start by managing allocations of the AMPRNet address space, which is designated to licensed amateur radio operators worldwide. Additionally, ARDC makes grants to projects and organizations that follow amateur radio’s practice and tradition of technical experimentation in both amateur radio and digital communication science. Learn more about ARDC at ampr.org.
Amateur Radio Digital Communications Dan Romanchik, KB6NU 858-477-9903 https://www.ampr.org
Please broadcast the following as soon as possible and repeat it at regular intervals:
Here is an item of interest to swimmers.
The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (July 30) that Island East Swimming Pool in Eastern District has been temporarily closed for cleaning and superchlorination following the discovery of a small amount of vomit in the pool.
It will be reopened at 6.30am tomorrow.
The department appeals to swimmers to be considerate and to keep the swimming pools clean. They are advised not to swim after a full meal and should use the toilet facilities if necessary before swimming.
H.O.O.: THE SERIES – Episode One Dangerous Encounters, a new book by James F. Hardy, has been released by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc.
D.O.A. stands for Death’s On Arrival! D.O.A. is an old school rapper from the days of long ago and he has a new twist and edge on his music. Gothic, ruff, rugged, and raw, he is one fourth member of the rap group H.O.O.: Handz on Operationz.
Look inside, you will soon see why he is called “Death” and why his group represents H.O.O.
Follow the author on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/HooHandzOnOperationz
H.O.O.: THE SERIES – Episode One Dangerous Encounters is a 56-page hardcover with a retail price of $27.00 (eBook $22.00). The ISBN is 978-1-6480-4636-0. It was published by Dorrance Publishing Co., Inc of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. For members of the press, to request a review copy, visit our virtual pressroom at http://dorrancepressroom.com or to buy the book visit our online bookstore at https://bookstore.dorrancepublishing.com/h-o-o-the-series-episode-one-dangerous-encounters/
Officially accepting clients to the Brentwood location, Sunrise Detox is incredibly grateful to be a part of the SUD (substance use disorder) treatment community in New York. Sunrise Detox appreciates everyone’s support which helped make this possible.
With over 17 years of experience in five states, Sunrise Detox provides an inpatient medical detox to those suffering from addiction to illicit substances, alcohol, and prescription medications. Trained clinicians treat clients with crisis intervention in varying stages of addiction and mental health. Sunrise believes everyone deserves an opportunity to receive treatment in a safe, comfortable and supportive environment.
With 20 beds, 18 semi-private, and two executive suites, you have the comforts of home in a fully staffed medical detox. The center is a 14,000 square foot, state-of-the-art treatment facility. Sunrise Detox provides daily cleaning services, an in-house chef, and plenty of space to lounge when you’re not in one of the several groups taking place that day.
Sunrise Detox designed their program and detox protocols to aid clients into long-term sobriety and stability in their daily living. They do that through assessing the patient thoroughly and careful aftercare planning.
If you have questions or have a loved one in need, please call. An admission coordinator is available 24/7, with transportation available per request.
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Paul Gillen Outreach Coordinator Reach us 24/7 at: 631-629-8220 or toll free 888-443-3869 pgillen@sunrise-detox.com
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