New York Times Reading Log 11/29/11

I found todays paper very informative. There was a wide variety of news included, which kept me interested in reading many different parts. With many Occupy movements taking place nationally, it is interesting to hear about the differences between each one. The article, Los Angeles Police Withdraw After Occupy Eviction Deadline Passes caught my attention. It was interesting to see why the Occupy Los Angles movement was given more leeway by police and other officials compared to the Occupy movements in other parts of the country. Police failed to make an effort to break up the commotion, and their only goal was to make sure traffic was kept moving smoothly. Why can't more Occupy movements be handled in such a way? I believe that sometimes, police exhibit too much force and power in our country which is meant to be free.

Press Release COLOR Story In Class COntinued Exercise

Less Questions Than Last Death, Apparent Shark Attack in Amity

After receiving reports earler today of Christine W. Watson's death about various cirsumstances that may have caused her death late last night at Amity Beach, one other is found dead but with less questions attached.

Amity Police Cheif, Martin Brody announced one hour prior, Alex B. Kintner, age 10 of Mayfair Court in Amity, was killed in what appeared to him and witnesses to be a vicious and unprovoked shark attack, while he was playing with his friends in waters off shore at Village Beach.

Witnesses indicated and Brody solidified that Kinter had been floating on a rubber raft at what appeared to be a crowded beach. The attack occured at approximate 2 p.m. this afternoon. His body has yet to be recovered by police and investigators.

The damaged raft he was seen swimming with floated ashore shortly after the incident with what appeared to be a bite taken out of it and blood surrounding the float. Brody and other press members are hesitant to jump to any definate conclusions. No other injuries surrounded this tragic incident.

Marion Kinter, Alex's mother was at the beach at the time her son disappeared. She is currently at Amity General Hospital being treated for shock and is said to currently be in fair condition.

It is believed by Brody and other officials that is is possible that the Watson death could have maybe been linked to the possible shark activities in the vicinity of various Amity beaches. That investigation continues to be ongoing.

Brody makes a statement regarding the two too many unfortunate deaths that have occured in Amity. "I join Amity Mayor Bob Farley in expressing the town's deepest and most sincere condolences to the Kinter family."

Brody said, "Now we know that these random acts of senseless violence, who victimize helpless and innocent citizens do not just happen in the city."

A special meeting is set to be held by Brody, Farley and the Amity Board of Selectman at 6 p.m. this evening in Amity's Town Hall.

The meeting's agenda will include the reading of the minutes of the previos meeting followed by old and new business. Top on the list for new businss is a duscussion og Chief Brody's plan to close the beaches on July 4.

The Kintner family will then be rewarded $3,000 for capture of perpetrators. Ben Quint will then make a offer to the town to hunt down the shark who is thought to be the vile perpetrator of this tragic event.

The meeting will conclude with a closing prayer. All are welcome to join in.

Press Release Exercise

Various Causes of Death Being Investigated At Amity Beach When Body Was Found Washed Up On Shore

AMITY - The body of a 17-year-old girl was found washed up on South Beach in Amity Mass. early this morning. Her cause of death is being investigated as police and other officials are failing to rule out a possible shark attack.

The body has been identified as Chistine W. Watson, of 23 Sharstooth St. in Amity Mass. Watson was last seen leaving a beach party at one of Amity's fine beaches at around 11 p.m Sunday evening with another male teen who has been identified as Christopher P. Hoggenbottam III.

At a press conference that took place earler today, Robert Nevin, Amity's Medical Director commented on the autopsy already consucted on Watson. He said "The autopsy showed wounds that seem to be consistent with other moter boating accidents seen on our beaches."

With it being a clear night of 72 degrees F with calm waters, it is likely that many fisherman and others in moterboats were out off shore.

Larry Vaughan, Amity's mayor followed up on Nevin's statement by indicating that all who keep moter boats in the harbor are being investigated. All other causes of death are being considered as well.

Hoggenbottam discussed the events leading up to the tragic incident earlier today. Watson was "a member of the varsity swim team at Amity High School," said Hoggenbottam. "Her and a lifeguard at the Amity Island YMCA pool in Oak Bluffs decided to go swimming." The two entered the water at a remote section of South Beach near the South Beach bell buoy.

Hoggenbottam notified police at appoximately 6 a.m. Monday morning when Watson had not returned from the water. A brief search was conducted when Watson's mangled body was found early on washed up on the beach. Amity Police Cheif, Martin Brody indicated that she had been severely mauled by an attacker of an unknown origin.

Watson's body has already been transported to the coroner's office for autopsy. Police have failed to yet make any charges regarding this case as they continue their investigation into the incident.

Brody along with other police investigators learned from witnesses that both teenagers had been drinking heavily and possibly smoking marijuana throughout the evening.

With a shark attack being only one of many possible causes of death, Amity officials wish to assure all residents and visitors that they believe them to be in no danger. Amity's lovely beaches remain open to the public for swimming pending the outcome of the investigation.

Blissful Beginnings Cover Letter

Alyssa R. Petchonka

UNH GSS Box 9815 ~ Durham N.H. 03824 ~ 203 731 7026 ~ alyssa.petchonka@gmail.com

Melanie Voros

President and Director

Blissful Beginnings

56 Islington St.

Portsmouth, NH 03801

Dear Mrs. Voros,

I am writing to you in hopes of gaining a job at Blissful Beginnings as an Event Coordinator or in any openings you wish to be filled in a relating field. My forte and passion has always been event coordination, and more specifically, wedding coordination. Reading and learning about your organization via Blissful Beginnings website, was not only exciting to me, but also inspirational. I too believe that no one event should be the same as it is vital to cater each persons needs. Beauty is in fact in the eye of the beholder, and I see the importance in listening to every client’s request.

I understand as a soon to be college graduate with a Bachelors in Communication, Business Application I lack direct experience in the field, but I promise I do not lack the passion and dedication to succeed in the wedding industry, especially with Blissful Beginnings. Throughout my four years at the University of New Hampshire, I have learned through hard work in academic classes and internships the knowledge of business and the logistics that go into it. But as something that cannot be learned but innate, it is through my entire life that I have practiced and exhibited my creativity. I believe that it is my unique creativity and desire to aid and guide others in taking their leap of faith that will contribute positively to Blissful Beginnings.

It was just last summer that I interned with the Boston Bruins Foundation, and assisted the organization in the planning and execution of their charitable events. I am an avid believe that with every experience dealt to you, there is something to learn from it. It was then that I solidified my love for the planning of events, yet learned that it needed to be in the wedding industry. I promise I am a committed and devoted worker to anything I set my mind to. In believing in Blissful Beginnings mission, I do not doubt that I would be anything other than a vital asset to your business.

I would be delighted to discuss my application and resume with you further in person or via phone or e-mail. Thank you sincerely for your time and consideration.

Best Regards,

Alyssa Petchonka

New York Times Reading Log - November 8 2011

When going through the Times today, I was immediately caught by the article, "A Wedding Planner Has Many Big Days, and Flights." There is never much in the paper discussing the job I am trying to pursue. This article was additionally interesting because it was also very similar to a profile story, a story in which I wrote this week. I liked hearing about all of the travel this wedding planner does for his job because that is one side of the industry that one does not typically hear about. The few stories out there about wedding planning look at the glamourous side to it, but I enjoy hearing all aspects of work involved. The anecdotes in this story were fantastic and worked really well to produce an entertaining story. I especially liked the one that said, "I once had to transport 300 pairs of flip flops to a wedding in Jamaica." It adds character to the story. Reading this after I wrote my profile story, I definitely see things that I would have done differently.