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Giant Food Donates 1,000 Turkeys to the Maryland Food Bank
Landover, Md.— The Capital Area Food Bank, Blue Ridge Area Food Bank, Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank, and Food Bank of Delaware also each received at least 1,000 turkeys. This annual donation is part of Giant’s overall commitment to supporting local food banks and pantries.The turkey donation is in connection to the Giant Food’s Hunger Box Drive, which runs from November 1 until November 23, 2018. During the Hunger Box Drive, Giant customers can buy a Hunger Box at checkout for $10 and it will be donated to the local Feeding America food bank. The Maryland Food Bank is a nonprofit hunger-relief organization, leading the movement to end hunger throughout Maryland. For nearly 40 years, the Maryland Food Bank has partnered with communities across the state to distribute food to individuals and families in need. Currently distributing more than102,000 meals per day— more than 37 million meals annually— the Maryland Food Bank continues to expand its efforts until hunger ends. To learn more about the Maryland Food Bank, to make a donation or to find out how you may help, visit: www.mdfoodbank.org. Courtesy Photo
CeCe Winans headlines BSO Christmas Show By Stacy M. Brown Renowned gospel singer and 12-time Grammy Award-winner CeCe Winans is scheduled to join the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and the Morgan State University Choir for a rousing gospel Christmas program of holiday favorites on Friday, December 21, 2018 at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. The 8 p.m. performance promises to feature some of Winan’s biggest hits and select tunes from her brand new Christmas CD, “Something’s Happening! A Christmas Album.” “Baltimore can come to the show expecting a great time. We’re going to have fun and sing some of the old stuff and some of the new stuff,” said Winans, whose trophy mantel also contains a staggering 23 Dove Awards and seven Stellar Awards. Winans has also been inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame and has her star on both the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Nashville Music City Walk of Fame. “It’ll be Christmas time— the time of year that gets me excited because it’s fun, refreshing and it comes around every year at a time when we all need it,” she said. This is not the first time that Winans has performed in Baltimore and based on her enthusiasm for Charm City, it likely won’t be the last.
CeCe Winans will perform with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and the Morgan State University Choir in a rousing gospel Christmas program of holiday favorites on Friday, December 21, 2018 at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall at 8 p.m. Photo Credit: Cameron Powell “Baltimore has supported my family and I for years,” Winans said. “You come out, you sing with us, you know the stuff and it’s like family. There’s always a smile on our faces when Baltimore is part of the plan.” The eighth of ten siblings, Winans rose to international fame with performances and recordings with her brother, BeBe. Their first album, “Lord Lift Us Up,” was released in 1984 and several more
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would follow, including the massively successful, “Different Lifestyles,” in 1991. Winans then launched a solo career and, in 1995 released her first project without her brother called, “Alone in His Presence.” That was followed by other successful CD’s including “Everlasting Love,” “His Gift,” and “Alabaster Box,” all of which led to several gold and platinum certifications along with a Grammy and several Dove Awards. In 2016, Winans became a member of the Artist Committee for the prestigious Kennedy Center Honors. For her latest CD, Winans again
tapped her son Alvin Love III, to produce. It features singles like “Something’s Happening,” “Giving Season,” and classics like, “Feliz Navidad,” and “Silent Night.” “Earlier, my son produced a record that won two Grammys and we got back together to produce a Christmas album with full orchestration which I love and it’s really beautiful and lots of fun,” Winans said. While there is lots of work involved in creating new music, Winans says she believes her career and her ministry— she pastors a church with her husband— are a calling for God. “I’ve seen the power of music. It will help encourage you to do the right thing and encourage you to do the wrong thing when done in a negative way,” Winans said. “I’m blessed and honored to encourage people to do the right thing, and the main message for me is that Christmas is what we’re all about. “It’s about understanding that everybody is important.” Music has always been an integral part of Winans’ life. She began singing at the age of eight and by age 15, she was already in a recording studio making music. She also starred in her family’s television show. “I love music and there’s so much more to do and so much more to say and that’s why we keep going,” Winans said. “There were times when I’d say, ‘I’m done.’ But, I always knew that this is what I was called to do,” she said. “It was my purpose. Even in challenging times, I know I was created to do this.”
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Guest Editorials/Letters When Trump was afraid of the weather, and other insults to veterans By Bill Fletcher, Jr. November 11, 2018 was not an insignificant date. It was not just another Veteran’s Day. One hundred years prior “The Great War”—as World War I was referenced— was ended with a cease-fire or armistice. Thus, November 11 was known originally as “Armistice Day.” A war that should never have happened but took place because the great powers at the time were fighting largely over colonies, ended up costing the lives of millions. The USA, which only entered the war in 1917, nevertheless suffered major losses, including well after the war as victims of poison gas suffered and slowly died. A great-uncle of mine was one such victim of World War I. Over the November 11 weekend leaders from around the world converged on France to commemorate the end of World War I. Donald Trump was to be one of the leaders and he had the special duty of visiting the mass graves for U.S. soldiers buried at the Aisne-Marne cemetery adjacent to Belleau Wood not far from Paris. Belleau Wood was the site of a major battle between U.S. Marines (along with their British and French allies) and the Germans in which there were more than 9700 casualties. In US Marine history, Belleau Wood holds iconic status. President Trump chose not to visit the cemetery due to the weather. Instead, he tweeted congratulations on the birthday of the U.S. Marine Corp. I am not a militarist, and I generally find myself in opposition to U.S. foreign policy. However, there is something that I find absolutely obscene about Trump’s attitude towards U.S. soldiers and veterans. U.S. soldiers should not have been engaged in World War I but the fact of the matter is that they were deployed and suffered horribly. They, along with soldiers on both sides of the endless “no-man lands” separating trench systems occupied by opposing fighters, experienced a living hell. There were no hotels to which to retreat; no television or warm meals; no warm baths. There was the ever-present threat of poison gas and the zing of bullets flying by or into one’s head. And there was the sound of the whistle being blown signaling for the troops to leap out of the trenches and march forward into the machine gun fire unleashed by those in the opposing trenches. With this bit of history in mind, President Trump could not find it in himself to get a little wet and honor the lives of men who would never return home? Instead, his actions ring of contempt for those who were not rich enough or powerful enough to avoid the conflict. Bill Fletcher, Jr. is the former president of TransAfrica Forum. You may follow him on Twitter, Facebook or visit: www.billfletcherjr.com. Read his new novel The Man Who Fell From the Sky from Hardball Press.
Letters to the Editor: Editor: Re: Our Sissy President President Trump, our sissy president, flew across the Atlantic Ocean to France to participate in ceremonies honoring the military personnel who fought and died in WWI, but he couldn't attend the ceremonies at the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery due to light rain. The cemetery has 2,288 graves, including many Americans who fought in the Aisne-Marne Offensive and the Battle of Belleau Wood. My wife's father, Alton Christmas Jones, who was gassed in France; and her uncle, William Howard Jones, were marines who fought at Belleau Wood. Our sissy president sent Chief of Staff John Kelly and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Joseph Dunford to attend the cere-
monies. Kelly and Dunford are true Americans. Dignitaries who visited various WWI sites included Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau; German Chancellor Angela Merkel; and French President Emmanuel Macron, but Trump stayed dry. Our military fights and dies in all types of weather, including rain, snow, the heat and the cold. The sissy president says he cares about our military but in the two years since his election he has not visited our military in an active war zone. He has disrespected our military and is a disgrace to our country. Donald Moskowitz Former PO2 & LT, U.S. Navy Londonderry, NH
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Page Opposite/Commentaries From a digital desert to an entrepreneurial hub By Harry C. Alford and Kay DeBow The National Black Chamber of Commerce (NBCC) has launched a prototype project that, if successful, will transform minority, low-income and rural communities from forgotten places into entrepreneurial hubs of economic innovation. Our goal is to create communities with access to 5G-technology, integrated into low-income housing, job training and access to telemedicine and social services. It will all be done with private sector resources. If this prototype is successful, it will revolutionize economic development in these distressed areas. We have narrowed the search for the city, we have political and church support. We have private sector developers who will bid on the project. The vision is to organize a private sector prototype to transform lowincome, minority and rural communities from forgotten places into entrepreneurial hubs of economic innovation by creating communities with access to The Baltimore Times Publisher Joy Bramble Managing Editor Joy Bramble Director of Special Projects Dena Wane Dir., Promotions/Entertain. Columnist Eunice Moseley Editorial Assistant Kathy Reevie Administrative Assistant Ida C. Neal Writers Ursula Battle Stacy Brown Demetrius Dillard Rosa “Rambling Rose” Pryor Imani Wright Website Jourdan Taylor Photographers Dennis Roberts Gar Roberts The Baltimore Times is a publication of The Baltimore Times/Times of Baltimore, Inc. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the written consent of the publisher Mailing Address The Baltimore Times 2513 N. Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21218 Phone: 410-366-3900- Fax 410-243-1627 www.baltimoretimes-online.com
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5G-technology that is integrated into low-income housing, job training and access to telemedicine and social services. There is an urgent need to enhance minority, low-income and rural communities. While these communities suffer from poor schools, low educational levels, high unemployment, drug abuse and many other problems, these problems can only get worse as automation and artificial
experiment would be, the sale of federal low-income housing tax credits, a small mortgage, and hopefully the donation of the land by the city. The cell towers would be financed by the attachments to the towers. Generally, the combination of the proceeds from the sale of the tax credits along with the subsidized rents supports the entire cost of the housing. If the area is extremely poor, such as an area we are
“The vision is to organize a private sector prototype to transform low-income, minority and rural communities from forgotten places into entrepreneurial hubs of economic innovation by creating communities with access to 5G-technology that is integrated into low-income housing, job training and access to telemedicine and social services.” intelligence further penetrate society. Moreover, recent studies indicate that in the next decade over 50 percent of the working population will work as “freelancers.” To address the future these minority, low-income and rural communities need to develop a path that creates jobs in their communities. The top-down approach has failed after 65 years of government funding. How would a bottom-up approach work? The foundation of the prototype is to develop technology (cell towers and small cell 5G technology) and low-income housing in a community to provide the community jobs that have access to the world. The technology without people and workers is useless. Housing without technology is just another housing project. It is the combination that provides a future to the community. The prototype financing would be provided by developers of the specific parts of the project. The primary form of financing for the housing portion of the
looking at in the Mississippi Delta as well as a few urban centers, there can be a 10 percent deficit that has to be filled with state housing tax credits, if available in the state, or by a foundation or cross-subsidy from the revenues of the cell towers. Jobs would be created in the construction of the project, the long-term management of the housing units and with the addition of 5G technology the community would have the ability to create technology jobs and market their products to the world. Without access to high-speed broadband, minority and low-income communities will be permanently stuck in a wasteland, which has few jobs, few skills, few employers and little access to education. Recent studies indicate that in the next decade over 50 percent of the U.S. working population will work as “freelancers.” To address the future these minority, low-income and rural communities need to develop a path that helps them
create jobs in their communities. The technology without people and workers is useless. Housing without technology is just another housing project or Digital Desert. It is the combination that provides a future to the community. These minority and low-income communities do not have the money to build their own telecommunications infrastructure or housing. The federal government has talked about funding rural broadband for years but with little success. Now a bipartisan group of senators is actively promoting the AIRWAVES Act to fund 5G-technology in low-income and rural areas with revenues from the auctions that sell spectrum, the fruits of those very needed efforts are most likely years in the future. Minority and rural communities certainly do not have the time to wait for government funding. We must see if the private sector can do it now. If the prototype project is successful the NBCC will work with communities across the country that want to overcome impediments to success. Armed with an honest assessment of what they want to become NBCC will work with them to persuade those with resources to invest in their entrepreneurial vision. Not possible? Well, every major social change starts with a different vision of the future. It’s now time to apply creative thinking to transforming these forgotten people and communities into entrepreneurial hubs. Harry Alford is the Co-Founder, President & CEO of the National Black Chamber of Commerce. Kay DeBow is the Co-Founder and Executive Vice President of the NBCC. For more information visit: www.nationalbcc.org or email:
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Campaign supports Baltimore-based Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults By Stacy M. Brown The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults, which provides support services to young people with cancer and their families, is nearing completion of a house in Baltimore where patients can stay while receiving life-saving cancer treatments. The campaign to fund the house located just north of the Johns Hopkins Hospital campus has been the most ambitious fundraising initiative in the Ulman Cancer Fund’s two-decade history. “Housing is critical,” said Brock Yetso, executive director of the Ulman Cancer Fund. “Just a 30-minute drive when you have to be in the hospital every single day can be very challenging. A patient who doesn’t have close housing might bypass treatment. They might go somewhere closer to home where the treatment is not the same.” The house will include eight private family suites on the top floor and a communal living space on the main floor. It also includes a 1,000-square-foot meditation room and wellness area. “Patients and survivors say these are the things they wanted to see,” Yesto said. “They wanted it to be useful and medically safe, but not childish.” With fundraising still a priority for the house and other Ulman Cancer Fund initiatives, the founders of industrial design firm, Grappleworks stepped in to lend a helping hand. In search of a social cause to support the team at Grappleworks say they listened during a brainstorming exercise as everyone in the room shared stories impacted by cancer. Grappleworks co-founder Simon Fallows said someone in the room shouted out “Screw Cancer” and everyone noted
(Left) Sharing a Screw Cancer Moment with young adult Stuart (Stage 4 lung cancer) are his wife Tanya (right), his father and sister (down the middle). (Right) The Screw Cancer Campaign was launched on the crowdfunding platform, www.INDIEGOGO.com runs until December 15, 2018. Courtesy Photos/The Ulman Cancer Fund how the words simply stuck. During a research exercise to uncover how others use the term, Grappleworks created a “Screw Cancer” event hosted by The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults in Baltimore. Fallows says it didn’t take long for both organizations to recognize the potential to build out the “Screw Cancer” brand together— creating a movement that includes events and products that people could wear, share and declare the Screw Cancer message. Now “Screw Cancer” is a popular campaign launched on the crowdfunding platform, www.INDIEGOGO.com. The “Screw Cancer” collection of well-designed gift and lifestyle products, which includes jewelry, hydration, tools and apparel is the creation of an international partnership between Grappleworks and The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults.
“The launch of the ‘Screw Cancer’ lifestyle brand on Indiegogo.com galvanizes the need for a unique cause marketing brand that connects with a young adult demographic with the funds from the sale of the ‘Screw Cancer’ products directly supporting programs like our ‘1:1 patient navigation program’ and The Ulman House,” Yesto said. Both Yetso and Fallows say they wondered if “Screw Cancer” could be the next big thing to open the conversation and unite young adults. As the number of cancer diagnoses continues to rise among young adults, their hope is a world without cancer. Until then, Ulman House and Grappleworks officials say they will continue their mission to empower young adult cancer survivors, their family and friends, to unite together, encouraging conversations so no one feels helpless or alone.
“One of their biggest projects to date is Ulman House, a home for young adult cancer patients who are traveling to Baltimore to seek treatment,” Yesto said. The House is scheduled to open in early December and officials are looking for community members to get involved. There are many volunteer opportunities to help set-up the home and cook meals for patients. For more information or to volunteer, visit: https://ulmanfund.org/ulmanhouse/. “If you’re coming out to volunteer why not pre-purchase a Screw Cancer T-shirt or a unique gift in time for Christmas,” Fallows said. “It’s a great way to show support to loved ones battling [cancer] while also contributing to the Ulman mission.” To purchase “Screw Cancer” gifts, visit www.indiegogo.com or directly to https://igg.me/at/screwcancergifts.
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How to cope with the holiday blues By Melanie Bennett, Ph.D. This article is part of the #STCPreventionMatters campaign from the University of Maryland Medical Center. For more information about the campaign and the Center for Injury Prevention and Policy, visit: www.umm.edu/PreventionMatters Many people experience stress during the busy holiday season. Rushing around, worrying about others, missing people, navigating tough relationships— all can be difficult to manage, especially when we are surrounded by messages that we are “supposed” to feel happy. More than 60 percent of people report feeling down during the holidays, often referred to as the “holiday blues.” Most people report feeling stressed, stretched, and overwhelmed by commitments during the holidays, and many people are caught between feeling bad and wishing they could feel better. Fortunately, there are many things that people can do as the holidays approach to look ahead, identify situations that will cause stress, and make a plan to cope with them. Here are several tips for managing the holiday blues: 1. Plan ahead. The business of the holidays can leave us rushing from place to place with little time to think about what we’re doing or how we want a situation to go. Take a few minutes to plan, both at the start of the season, and again at the start or end of each day. This planning can involve thinking about the things that are on your schedule, identifying what must be done and what can be put off, and organizing your time. Such planning will allow you to see if your schedule is realistic or needs to be changed to reduce stress.
2. Identify activities that make you happy. Many people end their holidays wishing they had spent more time doing things that they enjoy. Think about the activities that make you happy and plan to do them. If you like baking, make sure you have time for that. If you like to have quiet time to enjoy holiday music or watch a special movie with a friend, move that to the top of your to-do list. If you’re not much interested in the holidays, get involved in other activities that you enjoy. Schedule these pleasant activities so that you have time set aside to do them. The goal is to make sure you do more of what brings you pleasure and makes you feel happy. 3. Accept that some activities and situations are difficult. Many people
find that the holidays are filled with commitments and obligations that leave them feeling stressed or sad. Review the activities that are difficult for you and plan ways to limit how much time you spend on them. This may mean skipping a holiday gathering that would cause you stress or saying “no” to a request that you don’t have time to fulfill. If this is difficult for you, plan what you want to say and how you want to say it – you can even practice until you feel comfortable. Setting these boundaries can be difficult but doing less or saying no can free up time for those activities that bring you joy. 4. Ask for help. If you start to feel down, talk to someone about it— a friend, family member, co-worker, or
professional. People often feel alone with negative emotions, but most people have felt bad during one holiday or another and can relate to what you’re going through. If you would rather not have an emotion-filled conversation, simply asking someone to grab coffee, run an errand for you, or go for a walk can help you feel better. 5. Take care of yourself. Whatever helps you cope with stress all year long will be even more important to help you cope during the holidays. Exercise, sleep, eating healthy— all are very important to ward off the holiday blues. Schedule time to do things that make you feel calm, such as listening to music, taking a bath, reading a good book, practicing relaxation, or taking a walk. For more intense negative thoughts such as extended feelings of depression, isolation or loneliness, please reach out— help and understanding are only a phone call away. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA): 1-800-662-HELP (4357) National Hopeline Network: 1-800- SUICIDE (784-2433) National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255) National Youth Crisis Hotline: 1-800-448-4663 Maryland’s Crisis Connect: Call 2-1-1, Press 1 Melanie Bennett, Ph.D. is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She is a psychologist who conducts research on ways to improve health and maximize mental health recovery
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Ravens look to bounce back after bye week By Tyler Hamilton The Baltimore Ravens started the season with an impressive 47 - 10 win over the Buffalo Bills. Things were really looking good for them after shutting out the Tennessee Titans 21 - 0 in week 6. Entering week 7, the Ravens had a 4 - 2 record before things started to spiral out of control. Coming from the bye week, Baltimore is stuck in a three-game losing streak and sporting a 4 - 5 record. They'll look to turn things around starting in Sunday's game against their AFC North Division rivals, the Cincinnati Bengals at M&T Bank Stadium. "The bye came at a great time. It allowed us to refresh and regroup. We have seven weeks to make some noise, to play our style of football and win as many games as possible," said cornerback Brandon Carr. "Guys came back with a bounce in their step." The Pittsburgh Steelers sit on top of the division thanks to a 6-2-1 record. Baltimore split their two games against the
Steelers, winning one on the road and losing the other at home just before the bye. The Cincinnati Bengals currently have the lowest playoff seed with a 5 - 4 record, which places them a game ahead of the Ravens. Cincinnati beat the Ravens earlier this year so winning this week is imperative for Baltimore if they plan on making a playoff push. "We just have to win one game right now. That's where our mindset is right now. Everyone is laser focused on Cincinnati," said guard Marshall Yanda. The second half of the season can prove to be a make or break period for head coach John Harbaugh who has been on the hot seat recently. Quarterback Joe Flacco may also be in the midst of a passing of the torch situation as well. Rookie quarterback and 2018 firstround pick Lamar Jackson is likely going to start in place of Flacco, while he recovers from a hip injury. A win over the Bengals would even out Baltimore's record but there are still some tough games ahead. There are
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Happy Thanksgiving to all, may your turkey be blessed! Hello everyone! I know there is a lot going on, especially with the Thanksgiving holiday coming up. I do wish you all a very blessed holiday. Don’t forget the homeless and the less fortunate. This weekend is very special to me, because Hassan Rasheed and T-Shirt Brian are honoring me at their “Royal Theatre Reunion Black & White Ball” at the Patapsco Arena on Saturday, November 17, 2018. I am so excited! The live entertainment will be awesome with groups such as: “The Softones”; “The Ebony's”; “First Class Revue”; “David Smooth #1 Temptation Revue”; “Style”; “Epiphany” ; and the “Five Shadows”. I told you the entertainment will be awesome. I will see you there. Oh, by the way ladies and gentlemen, I will be at Lexington Market on Saturday, November 24 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. if you want to get one of my autographed books about Baltimore and Pennsylvania Avenue for a holiday gift to give someone or maybe for yourself. So stop by and say hello. I want to say hello and congratulation to a dear friend, Ruth Lee, the mother of Andre Lee, celebrating her 90th birthday. May God continue to bless you with health and happiness. The Indie Author Legacy Awards (IALA) sponsored by Black Enterprise is honoring impact centered writers. The IALA is the only of its kind, honoring modern impact centered writers, who serve as unsung heroes within our communities. This monumental event was designed to specifically celebrate nonfiction literacy geared towards the promotion of social awareness, education and personal transformation. Nomination submissions are open until December 31, 2018. For entry guidelines and nomination submissions visit www.IndieAuthorLegacyAwards.com. Lexington Market goes “holiday” all way with their Artisan Market of many Page 12
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vendors beginning Saturday November 24 and every Saturday until December 22. Find gifts, handcrafted jewelry, books and artwork. It is a place that you can find everything you need for every day and for the holidays. There are piles of fresh collard greens; and sweet potatoes, poultry and all kinds of meats, pies and desserts, fresh flowers and decorations. Also while you shop every Saturday, live entertainment will rock the house. On Saturday, November 18 you will be entertained by “Rufus Roundtree and DA B’More Brass Factory” and next Saturday, the Evolution Orange Bank Band will perform. I want you all to meet me at the New Town High School Auditorium, 4931 Newtown Blvd in Owings Mills, Maryland starting at 2 p.m. for the live taping of comedian Howard G’s Musical Comedy Stage Play on Saturday, November 17, 2018. The play is called “Never Could Have Made It!” For more information, call 410-808-5805 and tell them “Rambling Rose” told you. Before I leave you, I want to invite you to a Big Birthday Party for Milton Dugger and Rosa Pryor, we have celebrated together for many years. It will be held at St. Mary’s Hall 5500 York Road from 6:30-ll p.m. It is cabaret style, BYOB AND BYOF, free set-ups. Milton is going all the way this year with live entertainment featuring, Sonny Turner of the Platters; the Bleu Lights “Charles “Big Daddy” Stalling and his band; The Palovations; Rhapsody; and Sheila Ross of the Royalettes. Honey Child! Talking about a good time…… Girlfriend! Let me tell you, you got to be there. Call 410-938-8411 for tickets. Oh hell, I am out of space, I got to go, but remember if you need me, call me at 410-833-9474 or email me at
[email protected]. UNTIL THE NEXT TIME, I’M MUSICALLY YOURS.
William “Carlos” Hutchins, well-known promoter was recently voted “Man of the Year” at the Rising Sun First Baptist Church. L/r Pastor Engel D. Burns, First Lady Candice Burns, Carlos Hutchins, his wife Patsy Hutchins and Senior First Lady Earleen Poe Burns. Congratulations little brother.
Lexington Market will host a “Holiday Artisan Market for the Holidays every Saturday from November 24 thru December 22 from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Vendors of all kinds will be selling their arts, crafts, clothes, books and etc for your
Mrs. Maybelle, comedian will host the “Royal Theatre Reunion Black & White Ball” on Saturday, November 17 from 7 p.m. until 1a.m. at the Patapsco Arena, 3301 Annapolis Road in Baltimore. Yours truly, “Rambling Rose” will be honored along with Kenny Gamble of Gamble and Huff of the Philadelphia Sounds, the Ebony's Motown group and Tarsha Fitzgerald. For more information, call 443-226-8895.
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Brian “T-Shirt” Kieth, one of Baltimore’s baddest promoters and businessman is celebrating 22 years in business. Brian’s designing of t-shirts and sweats shirts has become a household word. You find him at the Patapsco Flea Market every Saturday and Sunday and the rest of the week at all local events. Congratulations my son! Positive stories about positive people!
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CITY OF BALTIMORE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NOTICE OF LETTING Sealed Bids or Proposal, in duplicate addressed to the Board of Estimates of the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore and marked for TR19001 RECONSTRUCTION OF FOOTWAYS CITYWIDE will be received at the Office of the Comptroller, Room 204, City Hall, Baltimore, Maryland until DECEMBER 19, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. Board of Estimates employees will be stationed at the Security Unit Counter just inside the Holliday Street entrance to City Hall from 10:45 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. every Wednesday to receive Bids. Positively no bids will be received after 11:00 A.M. Bids will be publicly opened by the Board of Estimates in Room 215, City Hall at Noon. The Contract Documents may be examined, without charge at the Department of Public Works Service Center located on the first floor of the Abel Wolman Municipal Building, 200 N. Holliday Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 as of NOVEMBER 16, 2018 and copies may be purchased for a non-refundable cost of $75.00. Conditions and requirements of the Bid are found in the bid package. All contractors bidding on this Contract must first be prequalified by the City of Baltimore Contractors’ Qualification Committee. Interested parties should call (410) 396-6883 or contact the Committee at 4 S. Frederick Street, 4th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. If a bid is submitted by a joint venture (“JV”), then in that event, the document that established the JV shall be submitted with the bid for verification purposes. The BCDOT in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78. Stat. 252, US U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantage or minority business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. The Prequalification Categories required for bidding on this project are A02601 (Portland Cement Concrete Paving). Cost Qualification Range for this work shall be $500,000.00 to $1,000,000.00. A “Pre-Bidding Information” session will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. on NOVEMBER 29, 2018 at Charles L. Benton Jr. Building, 417 E. Fayette Street, Room 702.
Principle Items of work for this project are: 5” Concrete Sidewalk – 99,960 Square Feet. 5” Concrete Sidewalk Emergency Repairs – 11,500 Square Feet. The MBE Goal is 36% The WBE Goal is 13% APPROVED: Bernice H. Taylor, Clerk Board of Estimates
ation for an award. The Prequalification Categories required for bidding on this project are A02601 (Portland Cement Concrete Paving). Cost Qualification Range for this work shall be $500,000.00 to $1,000,000.00. A “Pre-Bidding Information” session will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. on NOVEMBER 29, 2018 at Charles L. Benton Jr. Building, 417 E. Fayette Street, Room 702. Principle Items of work for this project are: 5” Concrete Sidewalk – 100,960 Square Feet. 5” Concrete Sidewalk Emergency Repairs – 11,500 Square Feet. The MBE Goal is 36% The WBE Goal is 13% APPROVED: Bernice H. Taylor, Clerk Board of Estimates
252, US U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantage or minority business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. The Prequalification Categories required for bidding on this project are A02601 (Portland Cement Concrete Paving). Cost Qualification Range for this work shall be $500,000.00 to $1,000,000.00. A “Pre-Bidding Information” session will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. on NOVEMBER 30, 2018 at Charles L. Benton Jr. Building, 417 E. Fayette Street, Room 702. Principle Items of work for this project are: 5” Concrete Sidewalk – 138,040 Square Feet. 7” Concrete Driveway Mix No. 6 – 10,000 Square Feet. The MBE Goal is 36% The WBE Goal is 13% APPROVED: Bernice H. Taylor, Clerk Board of Estimates
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CITY OF BALTIMORE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NOTICE OF LETTING Sealed Bids or Proposal, in duplicate addressed to the Board of Estimates of the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore and marked for TR19002 RECONSTRUCTION OF FOOTWAYS CITYWIDE will be received at the Office of the Comptroller, Room 204, City Hall, Baltimore, Maryland until DECEMBER 19, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. Board of Estimates employees will be stationed at the Security Unit Counter just inside the Holliday Street entrance to City Hall from 10:45 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. every Wednesday to receive Bids. Positively no bids will be received after 11:00 A.M. Bids will be publicly opened by the Board of Estimates in Room 215, City Hall at Noon. The Contract Documents may be examined, without charge at the Department of Public Works Service Center located on the first floor of the Abel Wolman Municipal Building, 200 N. Holliday Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 as of NOVEMBER 16, 2018 and copies may be purchased for a non-refundable cost of $75.00. Conditions and requirements of the Bid are found in the bid package. All contractors bidding on this Contract must first be prequalified by the City of Baltimore Contractors’ Qualification Committee. Interested parties should call (410) 396-6883 or contact the Committee at 4 S. Frederick Street, 4th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. If a bid is submitted by a joint venture (“JV”), then in that event, the document that established the JV shall be submitted with the bid for verification purposes. The BCDOT in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78. Stat. 252, US U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantage or minority business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consider-
CITY OF BALTIMORE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NOTICE OF LETTING Sealed Bids or Proposal, in duplicate addressed to the Board of Estimates of the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore and marked for TR19003 INSPIRE SCHOOLS SIDEWALK RECONSTRUCTION will be received at the Office of the Comptroller, Room 204, City Hall, Baltimore, Maryland until DECEMBER 19, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. Board of Estimates employees will be stationed at the Security Unit Counter just inside the Holliday Street entrance to City Hall from 10:45 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. every Wednesday to receive Bids. Positively no bids will be received after 11:00 A.M. Bids will be publicly opened by the Board of Estimates in Room 215, City Hall at Noon. The Contract Documents may be examined, without charge at the Department of Public Works Service Center located on the first floor of the Abel Wolman Municipal Building, 200 N. Holliday Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 as of NOVEMBER 16, 2018 and copies may be purchased for a non-refundable cost of $75.00. Conditions and requirements of the Bid are found in the bid package. All contractors bidding on this Contract must first be prequalified by the City of Baltimore Contractors’ Qualification Committee. Interested parties should call (410) 396-6883 or contact the Committee at 4 S. Frederick Street, 4th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. If a bid is submitted by a joint venture (“JV”), then in that event, the document that established the JV shall be submitted with the bid for verification purposes. The BCDOT in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78. Stat.
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CITY OF BALTIMORE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NOTICE OF LETTING Sealed Bids or Proposal, in duplicate addressed to the Board of Estimates of the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore and marked for TR19004 RECONSTRUCTION OF ALLEYS CITYWIDE will be received at the Office of the Comptroller, Room 204, City Hall, Baltimore, Maryland until DECEMBER 19, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. Board of Estimates employees will be stationed at the Security Unit Counter just inside the Holliday Street entrance to City Hall from 10:45 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. every Wednesday to receive Bids. Positively no bids will be received after 11:00 A.M. Bids will be publicly opened by the Board of Estimates in Room 215, City Hall at Noon. The Contract Documents may be examined, without charge at the Department of Public Works Service Center located on the first floor of the Abel Wolman Municipal Building, 200 N. Holliday Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 as of NOVEMBER 16, 2018 and copies may be purchased for a non-refundable cost of $75.00. Conditions and requirements of the Bid are found in the bid package. All contractors bidding on this
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Legal Notices Legal Notice — TR190004 Continued from page 14 Contract must first be prequalified by the City of Baltimore Contractors’ Qualification Committee. Interested parties should call (410) 396-6883 or contact the Committee at 4 S. Frederick Street, 4th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. If a bid is submitted by a joint venture (“JV”), then in that event, the document that established the JV shall be submitted with the bid for verification purposes. The BCDOT in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78. Stat. 252, US U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantage or minority business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. The Prequalification Categories required for bidding on this project are A02601 (Portland Cement Concrete Paving). Cost Qualification Range for this work shall be $500,000.00 to $1,000,000.00. A “Pre-Bidding Information” session will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. on NOVEMBER 30, 2018 at Charles L. Benton Jr. Building, 417 E. Fayette Street, Room 724. Principle Items of work for this project are: Class 1 Excavation - 4, 350 Cubic Yards. 6” Sub-Base Using Crusher – Run – 13, 050 Square Yards. The MBE Goal is 36% The WBE Goal is 13% APPROVED: Bernice H. Taylor, Clerk Board of Estimates CITY OF BALTIMORE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NOTICE OF LETTING Sealed Bids or Proposal, in duplicate addressed to the Board of Estimates of the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore and marked for TR19008 RECONSTRUCTION OF FOOTWAYS CITYWIDE will be received t the Office of the Comptroller, Room 204, City Hall, Baltimore, Maryland until DECEMBER 19, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. Board of Estimates employees will be stationed at the Security Unit Counter just inside the Holliday Street entrance to City Hall from 10:45 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. every Wednesday to receive Bids. Positively no bids will be received after 11:00 A.M. Bids will be publicly opened by the Board of Positive stories about positive people!
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Estimates in Room 215, City Hall at Noon. The Contract Documents may be examined, without charge at the Department of Public Works Service Center located on the first floor of the Abel Wolman Municipal Building, 200 N. Holliday Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 as of NOVEMBER 16, 2018 and copies may be purchased for a non-refundable cost of $75.00. Conditions and requirements of the Bid are found in the bid package. All contractors bidding on this Contract must first be prequalified by the City of Baltimore Contractors’ Qualification Committee. Interested parties should call (410) 396-6883 or contact the Committee at 4 S. Frederick Street, 4th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. If a bid is submitted by a joint venture (“JV”), then in that event, the document that established the JV shall be submitted with the bid for verification purposes. The BCDOT in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78. Stat. 252, US U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantage or minority business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. The Prequalification Categories required for bidding on this project are A02601 (Portland Cement Concrete Paving). Cost Qualification Range for this work shall be $500,000.00 to $1,000,000.00. A “Pre-Bidding Information” session will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. on NOVEMBER 29, 2018 at Charles L. Benton Jr. Building, 417 E. Fayette Street, Room 702. Principle Items of work for this project are: 5” Concrete Sidewalk – 100,000 Square Feet. 5” Concrete Sidewalk Emergency Repairs -11,500 Square Feet. The MBE Goal is 36% The WBE Goal is 13% APPROVED: Bernice H. Taylor, Clerk Board of Estimates
Intersection Improvements will be received at the Office of the Comptroller, Room 204, City Hall, Baltimore, Maryland until DECEMBER 19, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. Board of Estimates employees will be stationed at the Security Unit Counter just inside the Holliday Street entrance to City Hall from 10:45 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. every Wednesday to receive Bids. Positively no bids will be received after 11:00 A.M. Bids will be publicly opened by the Board of Estimates in Room 215, City Hall at Noon. The Contract Documents may be examined, without charge at the Department of Public Works Service Center located on the first floor of the Abel Wolman Municipal Building, 200 N. Holliday Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 as of NOVEMBER 16, 2018 and copies may be purchased for a non-refundable cost of $75.00. Conditions and requirements of the Bid are found in the bid package. All contractors bidding on this Contract must first be prequalified by the City of Baltimore Contractors’ Qualification Committee. Interested parties should call (410) 396-6883 or contact the Committee at 4 S. Frederick Street, 4th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. If a bid is submitted by a joint venture (“JV”), then in that event, the document that established the JV shall be submitted with the bid for verification purposes. The BCDOT in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78. Stat. 252, US U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantage or minority business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award. The Prequalification Categories required for bidding on this project are A02602 (Bituminous Concrete Paving) and D02620 (Curbs, Gutters & Sidewalks). Cost Qualification Range for this work shall be $1,000,000.00 to $2,000,000.00. A “Pre-Bidding Information” session will be conducted at 10:00 A.M. on NOVEMBER 30, 2018 at Charles L. Benton Jr. Building, 417 E. Fayette Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. The DBE Goal is 19%
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CITY OF BALTIMORE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION NOTICE OF LETTING Sealed Bids or Proposal, in duplicate addressed to the Board of Estimates of the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore and marked for F.A.P. No. NHPP-281-1 (49) E; S.H.A. No. BC-420012; TR16302, W. North Avenue & Pennsylvania Avenue
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Sealed Bids or Proposals, in duplicate, addressed to the Board of Estimates of the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore and marked for GS 16824 – Hampden Library Renovations will be received at the Office of the Comptroller, Room 204, City Hall, Baltimore, Maryland until 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, December 19, 2018. Positively no bids will be received after 11:00 A.M. The bids will be publicly opened by the Board of Estimates in Room 215, City Hall at Noon. The Contract Documents may be examined, without charge, in Room 6 located on the first floor of the Abel Wolman Municipal Building, 200 Holliday Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 as of Friday, November 16, 2018 and copies may be purchased for a non-refundable cost of $100.00. Conditions and requirements of the Bid are found in the bid package. All contractors bidding on this Contract must first be pre-qualified by the City of Baltimore Contractors Qualification Committee. Interested contractors should call 410 396-6883 or contact the Committee at 4 South Frederick Street, 4th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202. If a bid is submitted by a Joint Venture (“JV”), then in that event, the documents that establish the JV shall be submitted with the bid for verification purposes. The Prequalification Category required for bidding on this project is E13004 – Rehabilitation of Structures. The Cost Qualification Range for this work shall be $2,000,000.01 to $3,000,000.00 A” Pre-Bidding information” session will be conducted at the Site: 3641 Falls Rd., Baltimore MD 21211 on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 10:00 A.M. Principal Items of work for this project are: 1. Selected Interior Demolition. 2. Interior Finishes. 3. Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing. The MBE goal is 31% The WBE goal is 9% CONTRACT NO. GS 16824 APPROVED: Bernice H. Taylor Clerk, Board of Estimates APPROVED: Steve Sharkey Director, Department of General Services
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Defendants NOTICE To THE JOHN MACK TEMPLE REVOCABLE TRUST and UNKNOWN SUCCESSOR TRUSTEES OF THE JOHN MACK TEMPLE REVOCABLE TRUST and UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE JOHN MACK TEMPLE REVOCABLE TRUST and JENNIFER FOUGHT, in her capacity as Heir of SUSAN BROWN A/K/A SUSAN GAIL BROWN, Deceased You are hereby notified that on August 14, 2018, Plaintiff, DITECH FINANCIAL LLC, filed a Mortgage Foreclosure Complaint endorsed with a Notice to Defend, against you in the Court of Common Pleas of YORK County Pennsylvania, docketed to No. 2018-SU002142. Wherein Plaintiff seeks to foreclose on the mortgage secured on your property located at 113 SUSQUEHANNA ROAD, DELTA, PA 17314-8885 whereupon your property would be sold by the Sheriff of YORK County. You are hereby notified to plead to the above referenced Complaint on or before 20 days from the date of this publication or a Judgment will be entered against you.
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*Not valid on previous purchases. Not valid with any other offers or discounts. Not valid on refurbished models. Only valid towards purchase of a NEW Acorn Stairlift directly from the manufacturer. $250 discount will be applied to new orders. Please mention this ad when calling. AZ ROC 278722, CA 942619, MN LC670698, OK 50110, OR CCB 198506, RI 88, WA ACORNSI894OB, WV WV049654, MA HIC169936, NJ 13VH07752300, PA PA101967, CT ELV 0425003-R5.
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WET BASEMENTS STINK !! Mold, mildew and water leakage into your basement causes health and foundation damage. What can be done to fix the problem? Allstate American Waterproofing is an honest, hardworking local company. We will give you a FREE evaluation and estimate and a fair price. We have repaired thousands of basements in the area; we can provide local references. When your neighbors needed waterproofing, they called Allstate American. Why don’t you? Call now to receive a 20% discount with your FREE ESTIMATE. MHIC#36672
CALL 1 800 426 7783 NOW!
PETS & SUPPLIES
AMERICAN BULL DOG beautiful puppies, health certificate, shots, dewormed & registration papers included. These puppies are going to be big,4 male, 3 female left born 9/23/18. Home raised, located in Joppa, MD. $1000 ea. Call/Text 410-2586868.
WANTED TO BUY FREON R12 WANTED: CERTIFIED BUYER will PAY CA$H FOR R12 cylinders or cases of cans (312) 291-9169; www.refrigerantfinders.com
THE PURCHASE OF A NEW STAIRLIFT!
CALL NOW FOR YOUR FREE INFORMATION KIT AND DVD!
REAL ESTATE
VEHICLES WANTED
DONATE AUTOS, TRUCKS, RV’S. LUTHERAN MISSION SOCIETY Your donation helps local families with food, clothing, shelter, counseling. Tax deductible. MVA License #W1044. 410-636-0123 or www.LutheranMissionSociety.org
BUSINESS SERVICES BULK ADVERTISING AT ITS BEST: advertise in over 70 newspapers and reach millions of readers with ONE call. Broaden your reach and get results for pennies per reader. Call Wanda at 410-212-0616 or email
[email protected].
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[email protected]. INCREASE YOUR CUSTOMER BASE and get great results by placing your ads in the MDDC – Classified Advertising network! Call today 410-212-0616 Ask for Multi-Media Specialist -Wanda & watch your results grow. INCREASE YOUR PRESENCE by advertising on FACEBOOK; TWITTER AND GOGGLE-ADS; Call our Multi-Media Specialists to experience the success of social media advertising today ;CALL 410-212-0616 JOIN OTHER ADVERTISERS of the MDDC Small Display Advertising Network. Grow your Revenue with a business size ad in this network; Let the Multi-Media Specialists help you increase your customer base; CALL TODAY 410-2120616 – See your results NOW
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MISCELLANEOUS PLACE A BUSINESS CARD AD in the Regional Small Display 2x2/2x4 Advertising Network Reach 3.6 Million readers with just one call, one bill and one ad placement in 71 newspapers in Maryland, Delaware and DC TODAY! For just $1450.00, Get the reach, Get the results and for Just Pennies on the Dollars Now...call 1-855-721-6332 x 6 or email wsmith@mddcpress. com
BUSINESS SERVICES
HELP WANTED, GENERAL
LET THE MULTI-MEDIA SPECIALISTS of MDDC Advertising Network assist you in growing your business and increasing your customer base. Call today at 410-212-0616 and starting seeing results NOW. www.mddcpress.com
CASE WORKER Needed or Therapeutic Treatment Foster Care Agency. License req. LGSW/LMSW. Some experience working w/ children & adolescents. Job Location: Baltimore city. 410-728-5551 Email resumes:
[email protected]
PLACE A BUSINESS CARD AD IN THE REGIONAL SMALL DISPLAY 2X2/2X4 ADVERTISING NETWORK – Let MDDC help you grow your business! Call TODAY at 410-212-0616 to increase your customer base and get results.
CDL DRIVER Mercy Ridge, a beautiful retirement community located in Baltimore County is looking for a full time CDL Driver.
PLACE YOUR AD ON FACEBOOK;TWITTER; LinkedIN and Google Ads Words through MDDC’s Social Media Ad Network; Call today to find out maximize your presence on Social Media; 410-212-0616; or email Wanda Smith @ wsmith@ mddcpress.com
HAULING # 0001+11123 AAA ABC Attics, Bsmt, Garage, Yards. 25 yrs of honest hauling. Same Day. Aim to satisfy. Call Mike: 410-446-1163. # 4 ALL YOUR HAULING/TRASH NEEDS Attics, bsmts, yards & demos. Small to large. Free est. MIKE SUSSAN 410-294-8404. ABM’S HAULING Clean Houses Basements, Yards & Attics Haul unwanted cars Match Any Price!!!!! 443-250-6703
Box Your Ad! You’ll be noticed.
Our drivers are responsible for transporting residents in a safe, responsible manner to scheduled appointments and other activities. We assist residents on and off transportation vehicles, including helping with resident assistive devices. We also monitor and assist residents when away from the facility. Our drivers are responsible for the maintenance of the community vehicles, report any hazardous conditions, necessary equipment repairs, accident and/or incidents, maintain necessary travel logs and transportation charges, conduct pretrip inspections, and report unsanitary conditions. Must have a valid driver’s license/ CDL license with a Class P endorsement. All candidates must have a positive attitude, strong customer service skills and the desire to work with the senior community. We offer medical and dental plans, 401k contribution and a variety of other benefits. EOE
DELAWARE NEW MOVE-IN READY HOMES! Low Taxes! Close to Beaches, Gated, Olympic pool. New Homes from low $100’s. No HOA Fees. Brochures Available 1-866-629-0770 or www.coolbranch.com.
Choose a little! Choose a lot!
Use classified ads in Baltimore Sun Media Group papers.
Call 410 332 6300
To apply for this position, feel free to fax resume to (410) 308-9451 or send email to
[email protected] or visit our website www.mercyridge. com and click on the application link to complete an online application. Background check and drug screen required for this position.
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Present the Small Business
Holiday Market Place Dec. 1, 2018 10am -4pm
Coppin State University
Talon Center Lobby
Shoppers: Shop Small! Find that unique holiday gift for your loved one!
Vendors: Sell your unique products to the public! Vendor spots are $50 and includes a 6 foot table, 2 chairs and available WiFi
For More Information: Send an email to
[email protected] with the subject line: “Holiday Marketplace.” to receive an application.
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