Monthly Archives: January 2015

Opinions

New WFMZ Forecast Technique Makes Predictions Infallible

Snowfall-ForecastAfter the recent fizzard, in which every weather service got the total snowfall prediction wrong, WFMZ (Channel 69) has found a way to never be wrong again.

We’re now treated to “Probability Forecasts.”

Snow possible? You are now squarely in the drivers seat in determining if you want to empty the local grocery store of milk, eggs, and bread in anticipation of a major snowstorm, or only having a broom ready to remove a dusting.

Rather than actually predict snowfall totals, WFMZ is giving us the probabilities of snowfall totals. Continue reading →

Hot Topics, Opinions

Pen Argyl School District Chicken Pox Highlights Ignorant Parent

Chicken-PoxThree families, whose children were not vaccinated against chicken pox and attending Wind Gap Middle School were notified by the Pen Argyl School District to keep their children out of school for 10 days, due to a case of chicken pox being contracted by another student.

Two families obliged and apparently understand that their children would be at risk of contracting the highly contagious disease. Chicken pox  is making its appearance amid the recent measles scare. Measles was once thought to be completely eradicated in the US, but has been appearing lately, beginning with cases that are believed to have started in Disneyland, California. Continue reading →

Opinions

Fizzard, Not A Blizzard. Why Complain?

snowfailIf you want an apology, listen to your local weatherperson, or read it online. The blizzard, hyped as a snow event that would cripple the Lehigh Valley, fizzled out and ultimately left us with only about 4″ of snow over two days.

Weather services and meteorologists are apologizing en force this morning for blowing the forecast. Continue reading →

General Info, Money Savers

Protecting Your Pet From Being Lost – On The Cheap

pet-supplies-plus_tagThough I refer to myself as, “frugal,” some would call me cheap. In certain instances they may be right, but I have learned to save my money where possible, without giving up quality to obtain the required results.

One area where I’m quickly learning to save money, but still be responsible, is with my dog, Maverick. For example, I don’t skimp on his food. For the price I’m paying for his dog food that doesn’t contain corn, wheat, and other fillers, he’s eating better than I am. Continue reading →

General Info

Most Residents Pleased With West Easton Plowing After Snow Event

snow1The predicted snow amounts of 2-4″ early yesterday caught some West Easton residents by surprise this morning when about 6″ fell overnight. The National Weather Service actually updated their prediction yesterday evening, but it was missed by many.

Residents were also pleasantly surprised to see roads within the borough plowed with at least one pass made by 7:30 a.m. and the plow still moving throughout West Easton. Once completed, it is expected that salt will be applied to melt what remains on the road surface. Continue reading →