INDIAN RIVER INLET, Del. — Delaware Natural Resources Police, in coordination with the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Delaware Bay, responded to a water rescue on Monday after a vessel lost power and was pulled against the rock jetty during an outgoing tide. The operator of the vessel was successfully rescued, and the boat was recovered with minimal damage. Authorities did not report any injuries during the incident.
WILLINGBORO, NJ—The Willingboro Township Police Department has announced a gas safety training exercise, set for next Tuesday at the John F. Kennedy Center in Willingboro. The event, scheduled from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, is a collaborative effort between PSE&G and local first responders from Willingboro and Burlington County. This exercise will simulate a gas emergency to test and refine incident command and evacuation protocols, aiming to enhance preparedness and ensure community safety. Participants will conduct the training in the rear parking lot of the center. Residents are reminded to call 811 before any digging projects to locate underground utilities
Annapolis, MD – The Maryland Department of Natural Resources Police (NRP) reported an increase in calls to rescue birds during the fledgling season. Thanks to the efforts of NRP Officers, Reserve Officers, and volunteers, many birds are being rescued and sent to licensed wildlife centers for assistance. Sgt. Ron Collier recently rescued an osprey at Thomas Point Park in Annapolis after being alerted by park staff. The department emphasized the importance of community efforts in these rescues. Residents are encouraged to contact licensed facilities if they notice wildlife in distress. For more information, visit mddnr.info/4fBSiqM.
Smyrna, DE – Delaware Natural Resources Police are requesting assistance from the public to identify an individual involved in a recent criminal mischief event at the Woodland Beach boat ramp, located off Woodland Beach Road, east of Smyrna. The suspect, who was last seen riding an electric skateboard, is connected to the latest incident at the boat ramp. Authorities have released an image of the suspect and are urging anyone with information about the event or the suspect’s identity to come forward. If you have any details that could help, please send a private message or email Sergeant Shane Sapp
FARMINGDALE, NJ – Nestled in Farmingdale, New Jersey, Allaire State Park is a treasure trove of natural beauty and historical significance, making it a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Located at 4265 Atlantic Ave, this expansive park is celebrated for its 19th-century ironmaking village, Allaire Village, and the nostalgic rides offered by the antique steam trains on the Pine Creek Railroad. The park’s diverse landscape is highlighted by the Manasquan River, which is a popular spot for canoeing and fishing. The river’s floodplain is rich in biodiversity, supporting over 200 species of wildflowers, trees, and plants.
BALTIMORE, MD – The U.S. Coast Guard, in cooperation with federal, state, and local agencies, has announced the establishment of a ‘Safety and Security Zone’ around the Cove Point Liquefied Natural Gas Terminal in the Chesapeake Bay, Maryland. This measure is intended to enhance public safety and security by restricting access to the area. Effective immediately, the exclusion zone extends 500 yards in all directions from the terminal at Cove Point. It prohibits the entry of recreational vessels, fishing vessels, and other small craft as well as unauthorized vessels around docked ships, extending piers, and nearby shorelines. The zone is
NEWARK, NJ – When you think of Newark, New Jersey, natural beauty and spectacular floral views are probably not the images in your mind. Each Spring, Newark becomes one of the most beautiful places in the Garden State, drawing tens of thousands of tourists. It’s the annual blooming of the Cherry Blossoms in Branch Brook Park. Branch Brook Park, nestled in Newark, boasts a rich tapestry of history, natural beauty, and community spirit that comes alive each spring with its famous cherry blossom display. Designed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries by the esteemed Olmsted Brothers, successors of
A questionable study by a Cornell University climate scientist gave climate activists and the media ammunition to wage a pressure campaign against the Biden administration to take action against liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports. Cornell’s Robert Howarth authored the October 2023 study, which purported to find that lifecycle emissions associated with LNG exports are far greater than those attributable to domestically-mined coal. Numerous media outlets, including The New York Times, amplified the study, and climate activists lobbying the Biden administration to kill LNG exports cited it as evidence to substantiate their position before the White House announced the moratorium on LNG export terminal approvals on
By Nichola Groom (Reuters) – When environmentalists talk about climate change, it’s typically in stark terms, describing it as a crisis that threatens the future of the planet. A scrappy group of filmmakers and activists think it can also be funny. The Gas Leaks Project, a group formed by climate advocacy veterans, launched a $1 million campaign this week that uses humor to push back against oil and gas industry messaging that natural gas, which is lower emitting than coal, is a critical “bridge fuel” in the transition to renewable energy. In recent years, research has shown that natural gas
16 States Sue Biden Admin Over Natural Gas Exports Approval Pause Nick Pope on March 21, 2024 A coalition of 16 states is suing the Biden administration over its January decision to pause approvals for new liquefied natural gas (LNG) export hubs. The lawsuit, which names President Joe Biden, the Department of Energy (DOE) and high-ranking DOE officials as defendants, seeks declaratory and injunctive relief from the pause, which the White House announced on Jan. 26 to give the DOE time to assess the climate impacts of new LNG export capacity. The states filed their challenge in the U.S. District
Data Contradicts Rationale Underpinning Biden’s Decision To Halt New Natural Gas Export Hubs Nick Pope on March 10, 2024 Market data undermines one the Biden administration’s central justifications for pausing new approvals of liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminals. The administration has rolled out or amplified several talking points to back up the LNG terminal approvals pause, including the suggestion that expanded LNG exports will put upward pressure on domestic natural gas prices. However, market data does not currently support this assertion, and energy sector experts told the Daily Caller News Foundation that the claim does not add up. “There
DAVID BLACKMON: Will An Election Year Finally Make The Biden Admin Get Serious About Natural Gas? David Blackmon on March 9, 2024 2024 is an election year in the United States and, in election years, partisan politics always tend to impact the energy space. This year is certainly no exception as exemplified by recent events. January brought us the White House implementation of a “pause” in permitting for proposed new liquefied natural gas export facilities. Like his ill-considered cancellation of the Keystone XL Pipeline, this move by President Joe Biden was a sop to his party’s funders in the climate-alarm
Former Dem Rep Says Biden’s Natural Gas Decision Could Come Back To Bite Him In November Kate Anderson on March 2, 2024 Former Democratic Rep. Tim Ryan of Ohio criticized President Joe Biden Friday for pausing the export of natural gas in an effort to appease environmentalists. The White House announced in January that it was pausing several liquefied natural gas (LNG) projects and ordered the Department of Energy (DOE) to determine how much proposed export terminals impacted climate change. Ryan appeared on the Real Time With Bill Maher show and was asked by the host whether or not it
Could Joe Biden’s Natural Gas Pause Cost Dems The Senate In November? Nick Pope on February 28, 2024 The Biden administration’s January decision to pause approvals for new liquefied natural gas (LNG) could shake up the 2024 election cycle in Pennsylvania and cost Democrats control of the Senate, Pennsylvanians and political analysts told the Daily Caller News Foundation. Democratic Pennsylvania Sen. Bob Casey is in a competitive race with Republican challenger Dave McCormick to represent the swing state in the Senate for the next six years, and disaffected working-class Pennsylvania voters opposed to the LNG pause could decide which party
Qatar Expanding Natural Gas Export Capacity After Biden Admin Paused New Hub Approvals Nick Pope on February 25, 2024 Qatar is building additional liquefied natural gas (LNG) export capacity after the Biden administration decided to pause approvals for new export hubs in the U.S., Financial Times reported Sunday. Officials announced additional long-term increases in natural gas production on Sunday, supplementing existing plans for growth and putting the country’s capacity on track to rise by 85% by the decade’s end, according to Financial Times. Qatar is betting that natural gas demand will remain robust, especially as Asian economies increasingly seek to
Seaside Park, NJ – Island Beach State Park stands as a pristine reminder of New Jersey’s commitment to preserving its natural landscapes. This 10-mile stretch of barrier island, located just south of Seaside Park on the Barnegat Peninsula, represents one of the largest reserves of undeveloped barrier island in the United States, cherished for its diverse ecosystems and rich history. The park’s significance extends beyond its scenic beauty, serving as a vital habitat for a plethora of wildlife, including ospreys and blue crabs, and offering a haven for bird watchers and nature enthusiasts. With its maritime forests, tidal marshes, and
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Democratic U.S. Senator Michael Bennet opposes President Joe Biden’s decision to pause approvals of new exports of liquefied natural gas, saying on Sunday that it could undercut U.S. efforts to supply gas to Europe as it replaces Russian exports. Bennet’s comments were a sign that Biden faces dissent from his fellow Democrats on the move, which attempts to balance his climate goals with support for Europe during Russia’s war on Ukraine. Biden in late January paused new approvals for pending and future applications to export liquefied natural gas. The move — cheered by climate activists — could
Biden Admin Leaned On Questionable And Misleading Science To Justify Halting Natural Gas Hub Approvals Nick Pope on February 17, 2024 The Biden administration relied on questionable and misleading scientific material to support its decision to pause new approvals of liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminals. In January, the Biden administration imposed a moratorium on approving new LNG export terminals so that the Department of Energy (DOE) can expand its reviews to include facilities’ climate impacts, a move celebrated by climate activists and slammed by industry groups and elected Republicans alike. In written testimony to Congress earlier in February defending
Here’s What The White House Isn’t Saying About Its Moratorium On Approving Natural Gas Export Hubs Nick Pope on February 4, 2024 The White House is neglecting to address crucial contextual information when it touts its decision to pause approvals for new liquefied natural gas (LNG) export terminals. President Joe Biden has touted the move as a decisive step on climate, and White House National Climate Adviser Ali Zaidi suggested that fears of negative geopolitical interests for the U.S. are overblown since many key allies are transitioning away from fossil fuels in the long-term anyways. However, there is strong potential
By Mrinalika Roy (Reuters) – Kinder Morgan said on Wednesday it continues to have a bullish outlook for natural gas demand banking on higher demand from liquefied natural gas (LNG) export facilities and increased exports to Mexico. The United States was the largest exporter of LNG in 2023, with 8.6 million metric tons leaving the country’s terminals in December. The U.S. Energy Information Administration expects North America’s LNG export capacity to increase to 24.3 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) by end-2027, partially driven by new plants in Mexico and Canada. “The future for U.S. natural gas is very bright.
LONDON (Reuters) – Irish singer Sinead O’Connor, who was found unresponsive at an address in London in July last year, died of natural causes, the coroner said on Tuesday. O’Connor, known for her stirring voice, outspoken views and 1990 chart-topping hit “Nothing Compares 2 U”, was pronounced dead at the scene. Police had said her death, at the age of 56, was not being treated as suspicious. The coroner’s court said at the time that an autopsy would be conducted before a decision was made on whether to hold an inquest. “This is to confirm that Ms O’Connor died of
LANCASTER CITY, PA – The Lancaster City Bureau of Police has closed its investigation into the death of inmate Michael James Owens, determining natural causes as the reason. On Thursday, Owens was found unresponsive in his cell at Lancaster County Prison. Despite immediate medical intervention and continued efforts by first responders, he was pronounced dead shortly after. The Bureau extends its gratitude towards the prison staff and first responders for their timely and coordinated response. The Lancaster City Bureau of Police assures the community of the thoroughness of the investigative process in ensuring transparency and accountability.
DELAWARE – Delaware Natural Resources Police introduced the public to one of their key team members, K9 River, a skilled 8-year-old black lab with an impressive set of skills and a friendly demeanor. K9 River, originally from the Milford area, has been an integral part of the force since she was just 5 months old, working alongside her handler. Certified in tracking, article detection, and wildlife detection, she plays a crucial role in various operations. Her favorite work-related activity is locating evidence, and she thrives on the excitement of being rewarded with her bumper for successful finds. When not on
By Suzanne McGee (Reuters) – Investors have been piling into an exchange-traded fund (ETF) designed to track U.S. natural gas prices, in spite of the commodity’s dismal performance in 2023. The U.S. Natural Gas Fund’s (UNG) price, tied to the performance of futures contracts on the commodity, has plunged 60.7% so far this year, falling 27% in November alone. Nevertheless, the ETF has drawn inflows totaling nearly $220 million over the course of the last month, according to data from LSEG Lipper. That is the equivalent of about a quarter of the $946 million in inflows the fund saw in
HOUSTON (Reuters) – Pioneer Natural Resources on Thursday said its third quarter profit fell 26% due to lower oil and gas prices, but topped analysts’ estimates on the back of higher production. The earnings report is Pioneer’s first since the U.S. shale producer agreed to be acquired by oil major ExxonMobil in an all-stock deal valued at $253 a share. Pioneer said it was increasing its full-total production forecast to between 708,000 and 713,000 barrel of oil equivalent per day (boepd), while cutting its 2023 drilling and completions budget to $4.38 billion from $4.48 billion. The company’s average price for