Mr. Shields Trial in Schuylkill County

Probably one of the biggest trials in recent memory is the upcoming Coach Shields trial.

Coach Daniel M. Shields is accused of video taping female students at Nativity BVM High School while they were in various stages of undress in a school dressing room. This has outraged parents who accuse Shields of receiving preferential treatment.

Just recently, the lawyer for Shields, Emmanuel H. Dimitriou, had asked Judge John E. Domalakes for a change in venue for the trial and also separate trials for the charges. Domalakes dismissed the request.

Also, previously, Dimitriou, asked to have the video tapes not entered into evidence saying that police received them illegally. This was due to some teenagers taking the tapes without Shields' knowledge and later handing them over to police. Of course, this was after they viewed the tapes and shared them with friends.

This should be one interesting trial.

Purple Page goes to Registration

I guess it had to eventually happen. Like most forums, the Purple Page now requires registration. Previously, posting was anonymous. This did create a lot of the problems as people would post whatever they wanted by using anonymitity.

It was great to just go there and be able to post right off the cuff. Of course, I see no problem with registering since I don't bash anybody or hide behind my computer. Anything I post is something that I would gladly say to another human being in person.

The only people who would have a problem with the registration would be cowards and those who wish to attack others by name.

I see alot of the regulars have already registered and posted. I think this move will be for the better, especially for people trying to ask a legitimate question and hoping for a helpful answer.

Time will tell I guess. The big discussion so far seems to be the upcoming trial of an ex Nativity football coach who is accussed of taking video of girls at the school without their knowledge. This upcoming case can be seen as akin to the O.J. Simpson trial on a Schuylkill County level.

Today on the Schuylkill CountyPurple Page of Pottsville

The biggest thing being talked about within the past few days happens to be a high school football game. The game between Minersvill and Shenandoah has drawn the most posts. While it is great to support the kids playing, one has to wonder who is doing all the bashing - kids or parents. If it is parents, that would show some more classless people who manage to find their way to the Purple Page of Schuylkill County http://www.members.boardhost.com/purplepage/

More posts has to do with such things as contractors, food, and pretty much the same old, same old for the Pottsvllle, Minersville, Shenandoah area.

Schuylkill County was never more shown for all it is than this forum that really does have a large cross section of viewers and posters. A lot of people just like to read the posts. I guess it is similar to staring at a car wreck.

Till next time Schuylkill County. Don't forget that the upcoming Pottsville celebration will be here soon. Be sure to check out all the festivities and enjoy! See you on the Schuylkill County Purple Page. Pottsville, PA

Poor Bush Gets No Respect

From being dissed by foreign leaders of third world countries to the late night comics, President Bush has a hard time getting any respect. Most of this is his fault. No former President has problems speaking English more than Bush. He is often viewed as a cowboy or hillbilly and his policies are of no help.

Bush also is viewed as a spoiled child. His demeanor seems to be of someone trying to make his mark in the world and always falling short. Any business Bush has ever run did not do well or eventually went bankrupt. It really is no surprise that he has great difficulty managing a country.

It really is hard to imagine when the United States had such strained relations with foreign countries including our allies.

While Bush continues to slide in public approval ratings, he maintains a stubborn course that shows little promise. I believe most people are just holding their breath and hoping for good candidates for 2008.

God knows we need it.

What happened to the service in Schuylkill County?

I believe there was a time in Schuylkill County, PA when you could go to a store or business and be treated as a good customer. I mean afterall, I think customers are useful and important to a business. That just doesn't seem to be the case anymore.

Whether I go to a coffee shop, restaurant, shop for appliances, or go for clothes; the attitude seems to stay the same. It's always these people with the shitty attitude that act like they are doing you a favor by letting you buy from them. Please people, I think your job depends on your customers. Is is too much to say, "Hello! Can I help you?"

I guess it is!

What happening today? Sept. 13 2006

Well, today on the Purple Page, it was picture day in Minersville for the school kids. Some people have commented that the Pottsville Republican is not a quality paper like it once was. Steve Irwin is still fascinating for some people. I know I'm a little twisted, but I have no real interest in seeing a guy get stung by a stingray and then die.

Gas prices are a big topic today, with some people saying the prices reported were false.

Belive it or not, some interesting posts had to deal with the history of Schuylkill County and where it was said you can find that information online.

Some of the typical bashing occurred as usual, until it was deleted.

Until next time, keep your nuts dry.