tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post1406252889821647705..comments2024-03-28T08:27:02.603-04:00Comments on Lehigh Valley Ramblings: LVR's 2014 in Review - January Through June Bernie O'Harehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comBlogger33125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-43882150615173841882015-02-08T22:29:59.559-05:002015-02-08T22:29:59.559-05:00I believe he was placed on ARD and lost his job. W...I believe he was placed on ARD and lost his job. Will check. Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-54465306476069094982015-02-08T22:25:32.948-05:002015-02-08T22:25:32.948-05:00Bernie,
Did the CO Brian Peters get fired from Nor...Bernie,<br />Did the CO Brian Peters get fired from Northampton Co Jail? If so was he ever sentenced in criminal court?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-68984763121350486732015-01-06T13:07:57.860-05:002015-01-06T13:07:57.860-05:00Tom, It is good he has a friend like you. I have g...Tom, It is good he has a friend like you. I have grown to really respect you and your principles. Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-21423326027373375772015-01-06T13:04:31.037-05:002015-01-06T13:04:31.037-05:00Fair enough...What I heard was he got help and has...Fair enough...What I heard was he got help and has found employment outside of corrections. When I spoke to him shortly after his arrest (which was off county property, not that it makes it any better) he felt a sense of relief and remorse, and looked forward to a fresh start in life. Believe me Bernie, when he started he was a very good officer and had the respect of his peers and inmates alike. It was sad to watch his demise and I for one wish him well. I can only laugh (beats crying) when your gutless anonymous bloggers claim we wouldn't make it in the "Real World". Our world is unlike any other and I defy anyone to spend ONE day in our world and they would soon realize they got it all wrong. I have been CO for 22 years and I care enough about my colleagues that I wonder if they can hack it as long as I have. Despite all the adversity we held down the fort over the holidays, even though things got quite tense on numerous fronts. You see, inmates go through bouts of depression when the holiday season arrives, and we are trained to recognize and deal with it. Mission accomplished and I could not be prouder of my brothers and sisters at NCP. Especially the night shift, who routinely get crushed with mandatory OT. They represent the younger officers, with young children, yet they got to spend Christmas at the jail. We know this is part of the deal but this year was off the charts unfair. Gee, I wonder what the reason was behind all this? I may be near the end of the road but I can assure you I will leave on MY terms, nobody is driving my old ass out. Because I have something in common with you Bernie. I am as stubborn as a mule with convictions to match. Happy New Year! Tom Davis.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-38001822054363470982015-01-06T12:04:59.660-05:002015-01-06T12:04:59.660-05:00Tom, He is entitled to a second chance. but i thin...Tom, He is entitled to a second chance. but i think he needs to look for another profession. He can do plenty of other things. Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-55524050361791596372015-01-06T12:01:57.340-05:002015-01-06T12:01:57.340-05:00In his defense, Brian is good guy, and at one time...In his defense, Brian is good guy, and at one time a good officer. Unfortunately, he fell victim to his demons. His arrest was noted in the newspaper, just not his occupation. Corrections officers are no different than any other segment of society, but I do get that we are held to a higher standard. Statistically we have higher suicide rates, fall to addictions, yet we persevere through our thankless profession because we know what we signed up for going in. Nobody dreams of becoming a CO growing up but I took this job to take care of my family because of the security of pay and benefits it provides. And now someone is threatening our lively hood by taking that away. Maybe you could look into that Bernie...oh yeah that has been mentioned a few times...lol...sorry, I'm still delirious from all the mandated OT we endured over the holidays while certain Norco politicos were nestled at home enjoying their families. Anyway, while I digressed, I just want Brian to know I wish him well and that he gets better. He will have his case resolved shortly and hopefully he will be afforded the same rights due anybody, not based on his occupation. Our society is one of second chances, and word is out that Brian is taking full advantage of his. I got your back brother! Tom Davis...former President...AFSCME 2549.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-44164781272655020872015-01-03T15:24:33.746-05:002015-01-03T15:24:33.746-05:00As I mentioned in my story, he is scheduled for al...As I mentioned in my story, he is scheduled for alternative sentencing on 1/27. Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-19342413961325825032015-01-03T15:21:23.843-05:002015-01-03T15:21:23.843-05:00What ever happend to the CO Brian M Peters? Was he...What ever happend to the CO Brian M Peters? Was he sentenced??Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-74322410731670359042015-01-02T21:47:14.525-05:002015-01-02T21:47:14.525-05:00Chuckie.... Darn that auto spell check feature!!Chuckie.... Darn that auto spell check feature!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-3974927639432552752015-01-02T21:44:45.899-05:002015-01-02T21:44:45.899-05:00I will donate 10 tokens from Chickie Cheese's ...I will donate 10 tokens from Chickie Cheese's to the Gregory fundraiser. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-60405580856194367402015-01-02T21:06:14.715-05:002015-01-02T21:06:14.715-05:00Bernie,
Maybe since he is a MENSA member, maybe he...Bernie,<br />Maybe since he is a MENSA member, maybe he should have his menstral cycle coinciding with the pig lady? this for his new mate as she is out and he is in with no congical?<br /><br />redd<br />patent pendingAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-44260940625867384582015-01-02T20:44:26.211-05:002015-01-02T20:44:26.211-05:00I must be because I'm being attacked (as usual...I must be because I'm being attacked (as usual) at The Express Times comment pages. Mezzacappa has a tendency to do it, although I have several fans. Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-13747300338759482752015-01-02T20:29:52.453-05:002015-01-02T20:29:52.453-05:00Great job Bernie! Keep it up. Great job Bernie! Keep it up. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-79953554239944451742015-01-02T18:34:38.289-05:002015-01-02T18:34:38.289-05:00Actually, he is not. But he did manipulate jail in...Actually, he is not. But he did manipulate jail inmates into contacting his ex and slipping her notes from him. He was found to have battered his ex and his sister. He was also found to have repeatedly violated the No Contact provisions of his PFA. He has promised revenge against his perceived enemies in his release from state prison. Other than some people joking around, I doubt anyone but Mezzacappa could be serious about a fundraiser for that piece of shit.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-20204594516285463162015-01-02T18:04:37.540-05:002015-01-02T18:04:37.540-05:00Jim Gregory is hardly a cretin, he is a member of ...Jim Gregory is hardly a cretin, he is a member of MENSA.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-5310172770181213172015-01-02T17:44:06.636-05:002015-01-02T17:44:06.636-05:005:27, amazing! There are children in the Lehigh Va...5:27, amazing! There are children in the Lehigh Valley going hungry and you want to have a fundraiser for that cretin. Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-88922461035643167652015-01-02T17:32:07.372-05:002015-01-02T17:32:07.372-05:00Was an interesting year, to say the least, in Beth...Was an interesting year, to say the least, in Bethlehem and Northampton County. Keep up the good work in 2015!<br /><br />Hank_HillAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-52912768713036161102015-01-02T17:27:36.805-05:002015-01-02T17:27:36.805-05:00There will be a reintegration fundraiser for Mr. G...There will be a reintegration fundraiser for Mr. Gregory when he is released. Hopefully, you will allow people to publicize it. I doubt even you can't be that cruel.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-13938962772597068792015-01-02T17:07:17.335-05:002015-01-02T17:07:17.335-05:00He has spent a little more than a year, and will p...He has spent a little more than a year, and will probably max out bc he is an unrepentant woman beater.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-55812396328380397082015-01-02T17:04:34.523-05:002015-01-02T17:04:34.523-05:00What of Jim Gregory's imprisonment. He has spe...What of Jim Gregory's imprisonment. He has spent another year in prison, some say as a political prisonerAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-21851415118041451482015-01-02T15:37:51.111-05:002015-01-02T15:37:51.111-05:00Bernie,
Maybe you can enlighten the public to 11:...Bernie,<br /><br />Maybe you can enlighten the public to 11:50 comment as to if non-profits for profit realestate tax status will be changing like the heating source in that particular box?<br /><br />redd<br />patent pendingAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-39193890504102569162015-01-02T11:56:39.118-05:002015-01-02T11:56:39.118-05:00Now they are shaking the municipalities.Now they are shaking the municipalities.Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-31115251868564221542015-01-02T11:50:36.778-05:002015-01-02T11:50:36.778-05:00Has there been any movement with the County on the...Has there been any movement with the County on the non-profit exemptions in regards to property taxes? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-84686529873782273552015-01-02T08:17:06.161-05:002015-01-02T08:17:06.161-05:00Bo grows one year more bitter and one year sadderBo grows one year more bitter and one year sadderAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9299655.post-49329052674421628522015-01-02T01:28:23.898-05:002015-01-02T01:28:23.898-05:00I was going to do an account of the top ten storie...I was going to do an account of the top ten stories, but liked the chronological approach. Bernie O'Harehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13756311150988957401noreply@blogger.com