[obsnw] ADT at Obs Station.

2008-11-24 Thread Brian Gray
Good day All, I visited Observatory Station today. Not a single person at the Observatory Community Safety Office. No SA Railway Police in sight. No Metro Police. ADT officer in office, feet up on the desk, reading the newspaper. The place looks like a dump. Now, this is not good enough! Brian

[obsnw] Woodstock dump site.

2008-11-26 Thread Brian Gray
suggest that a properly managed system of informal labour is instituted. Observatory, beware. Brian Gray Tel: 082 569 9381 "The good of the people is the highest law" Marcus Tullius Cicero, Roman Statesman 106-43 BC --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received th

[obsnw] Re: RE: Neon Lights]

2008-11-26 Thread Brian Gray
Yes Dear Erica Klein You may do as you please with our Observatory Community Centre, particularly seeing as you live in Muizenberg. We will roll over and submit to your demands. Like hell. Brian Gray. - Original Message - From: debra west To: brian gray ; isla haddow-flood

[obsnw] Fw: Banking Scam - Receiver of Revenue

2008-12-03 Thread Brian Gray
FYI BG - Original Message - From: Lesley Minnaar To: Brian Gray ; Sandy Naude ; Matthew Naude ; Hannelie van As ; Ian Dinan ; Pia King ; Sandy Immelman ; Shelly van Zyl Sent: Wednesday, December 03, 2008 9:45 AM Subject: Banking Scam - Receiver of Revenue Just in case you get a

[obsnw] Police braai-Thanks

2008-12-20 Thread Brian Gray
Dear All, The braai we held for the Woodstock police was a great success. Thanks to all who contributed and attended. A good time was had by all. Regards, Brian Gray. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups

[obsnw] Glenn Kennedy

2008-12-20 Thread Brian Gray
Howzit Kris and all, The photo posted is indeed Glenville Kennedy, a convicted felon. This "gentleman" was employed by "Cape Key" at Lwr Rochester Road. I hear he was dismissed about 2 years ago. Looking at his face, I could guess the tik monster has got a grip of him. A number of years ago, 25

[obsnw] Re: onw t-shirts

2008-12-20 Thread Brian Gray
Yes, it was a great function. The support from the community was much appreciated. Brian. - Original Message - From: debra west To: trevor hughes ; brian gray Cc: meindert hoving Sent: Saturday, December 20, 2008 2:53 PM Subject: onw t-shirts hi trev, brian took the

[obsnw] Who knows her?

2008-12-21 Thread Brian Gray
, please. Brian Gray. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group. To post to this group, send email to obsnw@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this g

[obsnw] Glenville Kennedy

2008-12-22 Thread Brian Gray
Dear All, Please check out the photo of Glenville Kennedy posted by Kris Marais on the ONW website. Please be aware that Glenville is a convicted burglar, an addict and a locksmith. Great combination, huh? I first met him 25 years ago and he was in the housebreaking business then.already. I beli

[obsnw] Suburbia set to fight crime

2008-12-28 Thread Brian Gray
Dear ONW Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: I guess that there are different approaches to crime. It certainly seems that the neighbourhood watch is the way to go. Without traditional weapons, of course.

[obsnw] RIP Helen Suzman

2009-01-05 Thread Brian Gray
And in memory of Rob Amato who died in a vehicle accident afew years ago: http://www.hsf.org.za/publications/focus-issues/issues-11-20/issue-11/residents-take-action-against-crime/ --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Go

[obsnw] Obs in '97 and '98

2009-01-05 Thread Brian Gray
Extract from an ISS (Institute for security studies) report: a.. In Observatory (Cape Town), residents have formed a non-profit company, Obswatch. The company controls the operation and funding of a security control room for the suburb. The funding is derived from almost 1 000 residences and bus

[obsnw] August 2008 shooting in Penzance Rd

2009-01-05 Thread Brian Gray
Here's the police report on that incident, click on the link: http://www.sapsjournalonline.gov.za/dynamic/journal_dynamic.aspx?pageid=414&jid=10748 --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Nei

[obsnw] June 2008 Woodstock SAPS

2009-01-05 Thread Brian Gray
Great police work. I do not remember hearing about this: http://www.sapsjournalonline.gov.za/dynamic/journal_dynamic.aspx?pageid=414&jid=9120 --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbour

[obsnw] Bowden Rd. house robbery suspect sought

2009-01-07 Thread Brian Gray
Click on the link to view suspect. Look out for this man, armed and dangerous http://www.sapsjournalonline.gov.za/dynamic/journal_dynamic.aspx?pageid=414&jid=12283 --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The

[obsnw] Cellphone mugging at Obs Station

2009-01-16 Thread Brian Gray
This was reported on the ONW website, but here's the official police report from Woodstock SAPS. You will be pleased to know the suspects are still in custody: http://www.sapsjournalonline.gov.za/dynamic/journal_dynamic.aspx?pageid=414&jid=13292 --~--~-~--~~~---~--~---

[obsnw] Two way radio sponsored for James Cowley

2009-01-20 Thread Brian Gray
Dear Obs, I have sponsored a walkie-talkie for James Cowley of Scott Rd. James is an ex-Navy officer and he is actively involved in doing patrols and often rides around Obs on a bicycle. To the good folks who already have two-way radio's, please make full use of them whenever possible. It is a c

[obsnw] Fire-arm licenses

2009-01-20 Thread Brian Gray
to be a rather painful experience, especially if your barrel is rebored to accept a larger calibre. Brian Gray. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group

[obsnw] City Liquor by-law

2009-01-27 Thread Brian Gray
Dear Obs, Please click on the link...hic! http://www.capetown.gov.za/en/Pages/Commentonthedraftliquortradinghoursby-law.aspx You have until the 27th February 2009 to comment on this by-law. What you think may well determine how others drink, especially in Obs. Don't say you never had a chance to

[obsnw] Crime map Observatory

2009-01-28 Thread Brian Gray
Dear All, I stumbled across this on the net, it is out of date, but tells a story, click on the link http://www.zeemaps.com/map.do?group=46245 Brian --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory N

[obsnw] Goth City at the Bijou!

2009-01-29 Thread Brian Gray
Sounds like a lot fun...2007. Now we know what certain folks get up to and this may explain why there is so much graffiti down Lower Main Road. Thanks, Goths and punks. Click on the link... and read on. The bit about ONW is fun. http://www.darksideforum.co.za/forum/index.php?topic=2600.30 --~--~-

[obsnw] Naughty extras in Obs

2009-01-29 Thread Brian Gray
Click on the link http://imod.co.za/2008/01/11/summer-massage-with-nawty-extras-in-obs/ Really?! Nawty extras in Obs? I don't believe it! Good grief, what's next? Brian , --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Gr

[obsnw] Gandalf's

2009-01-30 Thread Brian Gray
Here is something about Gandalf's, Lower Main Rd. Obs. I opposed this liquor licence a number of years ago. Antonio assured me that he would conduct a clean business. Click on the link: http://www.africans.co.za/modules.php?name=News&file=article&sid=558 What do you think? Brian --~--~-~-

[obsnw] Vicious club war blights Durban

2009-02-07 Thread Brian Gray
Dear Observatory Neighbourhood Watch Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: Tough, from the Bluff and smoke that stuff... It could happen anywhere...Obs could be next.Vicious club war blights DurbanRacial ten

[obsnw] I'm an Alice Cooper fan

2009-02-07 Thread Brian Gray
Oh yes, I am an Alice Cooper fan. 2006 photo's from Facebook. I am no prude, neither am I shocked. The Rocky Horror Picture Show has shown that anything goes. Great photo's, great costumes. Great hangover. http://en-gb.facebook.com/pages/Cape-Town-South-Africa/Gotham/8929355678 --~--~-~--~

[obsnw] Fw: [Greater Glencairn Valley N Watch] FW: (Fwd) FW: WARNING

2009-03-12 Thread Brian Gray
FYI - Original Message - From: "Geoff Neden" To: "Geoff Neden" Sent: Thursday, March 12, 2009 12:42 PM Subject: [Greater Glencairn Valley N Watch] FW: (Fwd) FW: WARNING > > > Dear Neighbour, > > FYI > > Regards > > Geoff > -Original Message- > From: Lorraine Holloway [mailto:h

[obsnw] Suggestion for awards for our police

2009-03-28 Thread Brian Gray
Click on the link, what do you think? http://metalbadgeandbutton.com/medals.php Brian Gray --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group. To post to this g

[obsnw] Glenvile Kennedy seen in Obs.

2009-04-09 Thread Brian Gray
n eye open, because this Easter week-end is also party time for burglars and thieves. Brian Gray. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group. To post to th

[obsnw] Woodstock crime report

2009-04-20 Thread Brian Gray
idst to the police, instead of blaming the police. Senior Superintendent van der Riel and his team are doing a sterling job and deserve the support and praise of the community. Woodstock SAPS does care. Do you? Brian Gray Founding Member Observatory Neighbourhood Watch Note to the Editor:

[obsnw] Dagga warehouse in Obs closed down

2009-05-07 Thread Brian Gray
First I have heard about this one... Click on the link http://www.iol.co.za/index.php?art_id=vn20090228065423980C271919 BG --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group.

[obsnw] Obs Fest 2007-another perspective

2009-05-07 Thread Brian Gray
Click on the link http://www.africans.co.za/modules.php?name=News&file=print&sid=1222 BG --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group. To post to this group, send email

[obsnw] Fw: For Info

2009-07-10 Thread Brian Gray
For info-could Andrew or Rob please add these numbers to the directory? Thanks, Brian Gray - Original Message - From: "Les Minnaar" To: "Sandy Naude" ; "Brian Gray" ; "Pia @ work" ; "Josephine Bestic" Sent: Thursday, July 09, 2009 1:

[obsnw] House robbery statistics

2009-07-12 Thread Brian Gray
than sorry! Regards, Brian Gray --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group. To post to this group, send email to obsnw@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe

[obsnw] Radio Obs

2009-07-18 Thread Brian Gray
Check this out http://www.saiee.org.za/content.php?pageID=260# We make history, once again! Keep talking to each other. BG --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group.

[obsnw] Collingwood hi-jackers caught

2009-07-29 Thread Brian Gray
The two thugs who hi-jacked the vehicle in Collingwood Rd. on Sunday have been caught. Click on the link. Well done Woodstock SAPS Brian Gray http://www.sapsjournalonline.gov.za/dynamic/journal_dynamic.aspx?pageid=414&jid=16454 --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You rece

[obsnw] NAG

2009-07-31 Thread Brian Gray
Hi Henk, I started this group some time ago and you are welcome to use it: http://groups.google.com/group/noise-action-group-cape-town-?hl=en Regards, Brian Gray. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

[obsnw] Ex-nightclub boss shot dead

2009-08-05 Thread Brian Gray
Dear ONW Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: Remember the other two who were shot, Mujahid Daniels and Ricky Oaker? Think about it...Ex-nightclub boss shot deadThe former owner of a popular Cape Town nigh

[obsnw] Accuse details group's modus operandi

2009-08-05 Thread Brian Gray
Dear ONW Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: Another night-club owner (Club Venom) in court. It seems that they have a penchant for night-clubs...Accuse details group's modus operandiA 31-year-old ma

[obsnw] "Charra" Abrahams-by the marketing manager of Club @mospheer

2009-08-05 Thread Brian Gray
Click on the link. They seem very proud that he was never convicted. http://www.yummie.co.za/august/rashaad-charra-abrahams-bites-the-dust.htm BG --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neigh

[obsnw] Non-lethal booby traps

2009-08-19 Thread Brian Gray
Hi All, Check out this website. I kind of like the motor vehicle system: http://www.chillipepper.za.com/home.html Brian Gray --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood

[obsnw] Cops held for robbery, abduction

2009-08-26 Thread Brian Gray
Dear ONW Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: A few rotten apples spoil the whole barrel. Who wants to dial 10111 now? Cops held for robbery, abductionTwo Flying Squad cops have been arrested, suspect

[obsnw] Rent-a-cop

2009-09-12 Thread Brian Gray
ficers and contribute 50% towards their training, uniforms, transport, overtime and equipment costs. It would be interesting to know what the costs are? There is also the question of fines that are issued to offenders being used to supplement the operating costs?

[obsnw] Derelict properties

2009-09-21 Thread Brian Gray
Click on the link... http://www.commercial-property.co.za/2656_news_CT-City-to-clean-up-its-own-property.html Brian Gray --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch&q

[obsnw] SA Heritage Resources Agency

2009-09-21 Thread Brian Gray
Click on the link... http://www.lawlibrary.co.za/notice/wordsanddeeds/2006/2006_03_08.htm#press_demolisherofheritage Time to get them involved? Brian Gray --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups &quo

[obsnw] More on derelict buildings, City of Cape Town.

2009-09-21 Thread Brian Gray
Click on the link... http://www.capetown.gov.za/en/MediaReleases/Pages/Citydevelopsstrategytoaddressproblembuildings.aspx Brian Gray --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbou

[obsnw] Teenager killed execution-style

2009-09-29 Thread Brian Gray
Dear ONW Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: William Street is in WOODSTOCK not Obs. This street is literally around the corner from the police station. Bloody reporters got it wrong!Teenager killed exec

[obsnw] Re: SAPS

2009-10-12 Thread Brian Gray
oever you are) Brian Gray who donated boxes of refreshments, chips etc. Thank you all your generosity is appreciated. Helen --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watc

[obsnw] Re: [obsid] Failed attempt to call Vetus Schola

2009-12-19 Thread Brian Gray
Hello all, Vetus Schola can not be everywhere. Neither can ADT. Or SAPS. Prioritise your high risk areas and deploy your resources accordingly. Station Road and Scott Road have high volumes of pedestrian traffic, in both directions, morning and evening. So does Trill Road. Close the Wrensch Road s

[obsnw] Alleged dealers nabbed

2009-12-23 Thread Brian Gray
Dear ONW Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: Up in smoke, that's where my money goes, in my lungs and sometimes up my nose...Alleged dealers nabbedA tip-off has led to the arrested of three men with R100

[obsnw] Woodstock SAPS successes

2010-02-27 Thread Brian Gray
Drugs and firearms in Woodstock: http://www.sapsjournalonline.gov.za/dynamic/journal_dynamic.aspx?pageid=414&jid=18369 http://www.sapsjournalonline.gov.za/dynamic/journal_dynamic.aspx?pageid=414&jid=18370 Brian Gray -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Googl

[obsnw] Outrage at plan to move Cape cop shop

2010-04-28 Thread Brian Gray
Dear ONW Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: Woodstock SAPS headline on the front page of the Argus. The whingers have never attended CPF meetings and would have known about this if they had. Obs has always

[obsnw] Woodstock police station move delayed

2010-05-06 Thread Brian Gray
Dear ONW Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: Time for Obs and UCT to march, toyi-toyi and burn some tyres. We deeemand a police station in Obs.Woodstock police station move delayedWoodstock police station wil

[obsnw] Observatory needs a police station.

2010-05-07 Thread Brian Gray
I really believe that Observatory needs a proper police station. So does Woodstock. And Salt River. Any ideas or suggestions? The Olde Moore and Paragon building is a good location for our police station. Brian. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The O

[obsnw] Woodstock police find burglar's stash

2010-06-23 Thread Brian Gray
Dear ONW Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: Viva Woodstock police!Woodstock police find burglar's stashWoodstock police have recovered stolen goods to the value of R200 000, taken in eight housebrea

[obsnw] Woodstock SAPS arrest 5 at Obs Station

2010-08-01 Thread Brian Gray
http://www.sapsjournalonline.gov.za/dynamic/journal_dynamic.aspx?pageid=414&jid=19395 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group. To post to this group, send email to obsnw@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this g

[obsnw] Woodstock SAPS arrest 3 robbers at Groote Schuur Hospital

2010-08-01 Thread Brian Gray
http://www.sapsjournalonline.gov.za/dynamic/journal_dynamic.aspx?pageid=414&jid=19587 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group. To post to this group, send email to obsnw@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this g

[obsnw] Young girls targetted in Cape's 'drug mecca'

2010-08-20 Thread Brian Gray
Dear ONW Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: Drugs are rife in Woodstock, and this is one of the reasons for so much theft out of vehicles. Young girls targetted in Cape's 'drug mecca'Girls as y

[obsnw] Drug bust in Lynton Street, Obs

2010-08-26 Thread Brian Gray
Woodstock SAPS makes a drug bust in Obs. http://www.sapsjournalonline.gov.za/dynamic/journal_dynamic.aspx?pageid=414&jid=23772 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group. To post to this group, send email to obsnw@goo

[obsnw] Woodstock crime statistics

2010-09-09 Thread Brian Gray
For your information -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group. To post to this group, send email to obsnw@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to obsnw-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more op

[obsnw] 64 arrested in Woodstock

2010-09-09 Thread Brian Gray
Woodstock SAPS have been busy. http://www.sapsjournalonline.gov.za/dynamic/journal_dynamic.aspx?pageid=414&jid=23949 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group. To post to this group, send email to obsnw@googlegroups.

[obsnw] Jail for 'savage' killer

2010-09-16 Thread Brian Gray
Dear ONW Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: A highly educated murderer.Jail for 'savage' killerA Cape Town magistrate has sentenced a former high school teacher to 18 years in jail after he pl

[obsnw] Murder, drugs threaten bohemia

2010-09-18 Thread Brian Gray
Dear ONW Brian Gray (gra...@iafrica.com) spotted this on the IOL website and thought you'd find it interesting.Brian Gray says: Bohemia...aka Observatory, known for free and easy habits, manners and morals. Former Czech kingdom, rapidly becoming a drug dealers' paradise. Stop the ro

[obsnw] Brian has sent you a link!

2010-12-29 Thread Brian Gray
About time they put a cork in it. Happy New Year! http://www.iol.co.za:80/news/south-africa/western-cape/last-round-at-2am-1.1005966 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group. To post to this group, send email to ob.

[obsnw] Brian has sent you a link!

2010-12-30 Thread Brian Gray
Siilent night http://www.iol.co.za:80/news/crime-courts/new-year-blues-for-club-owners-1.1006271 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "The Observatory Neighbourhood watch" group. To post to this group, send email to ob...@googlegroups.com. To

[obsnw] Help! Cat burglars in Obs. LOL

2011-05-26 Thread Brian Gray
This is a first for me. We received this message from a UCT student. No joke! If anyone you know removed a GPS from any cats, drop me a line and I will re-unite the GPS and the student. I am an Honours student at the University of Cape Town currently attempting to do a project on the movement of

[obsnw] ADT bust in Claremont

2011-10-25 Thread Brian Gray
ADT Security arrests 5 members of Housebreaking gang in Upper Claremont Five men were arrested and charged with housebreaking and theft after an impromptu operation by ADT Armed Response Officers lead to their capture in Claremont on Wednesday, 19 October 2011. ADT Armed Response Officer Jan Ma