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Snow Preparation, Metro Stop, Cops, Bribes, + more
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Joyce Dowling
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Oct 28, 2005 21:35 PDT
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REMEMBER END OF DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME
Set clocks back Sat. 2 AM or before bedtime.
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NEWS STORIES
Prince George's County Prepares For Snow
NBC4.com - Oct 28, 2005
<http://treets.nbc4.com/svc/lnk.cfm?l=61865340&t=1>
Prince George's Metro Stop Lures Developers
WJLA - Washington,DC,USA - Oct 27, 2005
Step off the Metro in Prince George's County and chances are you'll
be greeted by a parking lot and little else.
<http://www.wjla.com/news/stories/1005/272344.html>
Examiner Editorial - Put more cops out on patrol
Washington Examiner, DC - Oct 27, 2005
Why is it so hard to find a cop in Prince George's County when you
need one? http://tinyurl.com/dhw9a
Five County Employees To Testify Before Grand Jury
NBC 4.com, DC - Oct 27, 2005
A special grand jury will determine if Prince George's County
employees accepted bribes for personal or political gain....
http://www.nbc4.com/news/5192000/detail.html
Prince George's County Pit Bull Ban Upheld
WJZ, MD - Oct 27, 2005
The Prince George's County Council has decided to maintain a
nine-year-old ban on the ownership of pit bulls.
http://wjz.com/pets/local_story_299134433.html
Court Officials Reassign Criticized Judge
NBC 4.com, DC - Oct 27, 2005
A Prince George's County judge criticized for his conduct in a
domestic violence case and a ticket controversy has been reassigned
to administrative duties.
http://www.nbc4.com/news/5187255/detail.html
Republicans praise Steele
Hagerstown Morning Herald, MD - Oct 27, 2005
Steele, a Prince George's County Republican, formally announced
Tuesday his intent to win the Senate seat now held by Democrat Paul
Sarbanes.
http://www.herald-mail.com/?module=displaystory&story_id=123035&format=html
Charged With Assault, Mayor Takes Over Police
Washington Post, United States - Oct 27, 2005
The mayor of the Prince George's County town of Forest Heights has
been charged with two counts of assault for allegedly slamming a door
on the arm of a police officer last month and knocking over a former
council member last week.
http://tinyurl.com/9uyzn
8 children sue Ehrlich to return immigrant care
Washington Times, DC - Oct 27, 2005
The plaintiffs live in Montgomery and Prince George's counties. The
Legal Aid Bureau offers free civil legal services for the poor.
http://washingtontimes.com/metro/20051026-105749-7501r.htm
Landover Hills Sizes Up Its Future With Wal-Mart
Washington Post, United States - Oct 22, 2005
This month, the Prince George's County Council amended zoning laws to
allow Wal-Mart, the world's largest retailer and grocer, to open its
first store....
http://tinyurl.com/cgkf2
Another Md. Official Eyeing Curran's Seat
Washington Post, United States - Oct 21, 2005
Prince George's State's Attorney Glenn F. Ivey, who has been
mentioned as a potential contender, said yesterday that he is mulling
things over.
http://tinyurl.com/9pkp2
Council Approves Bill Allowing First Wal-Mart Inside Beltway
Prince George's County Sentinel, MD - Oct 20, 2005
After several amendments and several more hearings, the Prince
George's County Council approved legislation on Tuesday...
http://www.thesentinel.com/361769043048248.php
State Approves Upgrades To EZ Pass Technology
WBAL Channel.com, MD - Oct 20, 2005
...including the planned toll lanes on Interstate 95 and the proposed
Intercounty Connector, which would link I-95 in Prince George's
County...
http://www.thewbalchannel.com/consumeralert/5132770/detail.html
Aura of Corruption Lingers On in Annapolis
Washington Post, United States - Oct 20, 2005
"Many of these same characters are right back in the thick of
things," said Sen. Paul G. Pinsky (D-Prince George's), who has long
been an advocate of reform.
http://tinyurl.com/83fad
Stiffer penalties sought for illegal gun possession
Business Gazette, MD - Oct 19, 2005
Petty arguments that lead to shootings have spurred Glenn F. Ivey,
Prince George's County state's attorney, to seek tougher penalties
for illegal gun possession.
http://www.gazette.net/stories/102005/princou155213_31898.shtml
Prince George's County, Maryland Selected to Host one of the ...
U.S. Newswire (press release), DC - Oct 19, 2005
Something amazing is happening in Prince George's County. Organizers
of the Legacy Fine Art Show (LFAS) have selected Prince George's
County Maryland over several other locations to host its inaugural
art show, which is drawing some of the country's top African American
artists and gallery owners.
http://releases.usnewswire.com/GetRelease.asp?id=55313
PG Council Considers Smoking Ban
WJLA, DC - Oct 19, 2005
The Prince George's County Council is considering a plan to ban
smoking in county bars and restaurants, a ban similar to one in place
...
http://www.wjla.com/news/stories/1005/269945.html
O'Malley to Get Early Union Endorsement
Washington Post, United States - Oct 16, 2005
The union includes about 7,500 hospital and health care workers from
Maryland, primarily in Baltimore City and Baltimore and Prince
George's counties.
http://tinyurl.com/aevvr
Republicans' gains credited to Ehrlich
Washington Times, DC - Oct 15, 2005
The Republican party consistently has gained ground in every county
except the Democratic strongholds of Prince George's County and
Baltimore city.
http://washingtontimes.com/metro/20051015-110725-8959r.htm
County Council Okays Johnson's WSSC, Dept. of Housing Nominees
Prince George's County Sentinel, MD - Oct 14, 2005
http://www.thesentinel.com/353977799626638.php
Suit Threatened Against Ehrlich on Immigrant Health Care
WBOC TV 16, MD - Oct 14, 2005
Bailey said the lawsuit could be filed as soon as Monday in Prince
George's County Circuit Court if there is no response from the
governor's office.
http://www.wboc.com/Global/story.asp?S=3979894&nav=QEMt
Job growth outpaces new homes
Washington Business Journal, DC - Oct 13, 2005
The boom in jobs and population is expected to hit the area's largest
suburbs the hardest, including Montgomery and Prince George's
counties in Maryland...
http://tinyurl.com/dsbzb
Strategic command
Business Gazette, MD - Oct 13, 2005
Melvin C. High admits the county's police force is short-staffed but
said he has enough officers and resources to bring crime in Prince
George's under control.
http://www.gazette.net/stories/101305/princou230126_31905.shtml
President of Prince George's Chamber Resigns
Washington Post, United States - Oct 12, 2005
Prince George's Chamber of Commerce President Kathleen M. Smith has
quit after four months on the job, citing the chamber's "tenuous"
finances as a main reason for her resignation.
http://tinyurl.com/cv8jb
A Civil Rights Argument That Lacks Bite
Washington Post, United States - Oct 11, 2005
During a nine-year effort to lift the ban on pit bulls in Prince
George's County, defenders of the breed have gone beyond the usual
attempts to burnish the dog's image. http://tinyurl.com/dggco
The WSSC, at Risk Again
Washington Post, United States - Oct 11, 2005
TO RESIDENTS of the Maryland suburbs, the Washington Suburban
Sanitary Commission is an important utility providing water and sewer
services for 1.6 million ratepayers in Montgomery and Prince George's
counties. But to local politicians, the WSSC, which controls tens of
millions of dollars in contracts, has far too often been something
more -- a wellspring of corruption and enormous profits for the
politically well connected.
http://tinyurl.com/72vgp
National Harbor's Housing Boon
Washington Post, United States - Oct 10, 2005
The $2 billion development on the Prince George's County banks of the
Potomac River, scheduled to open its first phase in 2008, was
described by proponents as a "waterfront entertainment venue."
http://tinyurl.com/8jldk
Expanded PG Jail Low on Space
Civilrights.org, DC - Oct 6, 2005
The Prince George's County Correctional Center needs more cells,
despite a $16 million expansion that provided more space four years
ago.
http://www.civilrights.org/library/detail.cfm?id=36531
U-Md. Boosts County's China Connection
Washington Post, United States - Oct 6, 2005
Prince George's County is strengthening its ties with China, thanks
in large part to the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School
of Business.
http://tinyurl.com/8wdm6
Rising Heating Costs Could Pinch the Poor
Washington Post, United States - Oct 5, 2005
The average cost for Washington Gas's 415,000 customers in... Prince
George's ... is expected to rise 20 to 32 percent. "If you have
difficulty paying your bills," said Sergeant of Washington Gas,
"please, please contact us right away."
http://tinyurl.com/adrbk
Prosecutor Begins Gun Violence Crackdown
NBC 4.com, DC - Oct 5, 2005
In an effort to deter crime in and reduce the murder rate in Prince
George's County, Md., State's Attorney Glen Ivey wants one-year jail
terms for anyone convicted of handgun violations.
http://www.nbc4.com/news/5058893/detail.html
Bowie set to vote on getting own cops
Washington Times, DC - Oct 2, 2005
Bowie residents want to create their own police department, saying
Prince George's County takes too long to respond to their calls and
that escalating crime ...
http://washingtontimes.com/metro/20051003-121154-3331r.htm
Project Safe Sunday Brings Light To Domestic Violence
Prince George's County Sentinel - Rockville,MD,USA - Oct 2, 2005
Domestic violence is statistically consistent across racial and
ethnic boundaries. http://www.thesentinel.com/303388155447817.php
Thanks to student volunteer Daniel Knorr, a student at Johns Hopkins
University, for helping with the news search.
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CALENDAR
At http://www.localendar.com/public/PGCares
Nov. 3 8:30-4:30 Prince George's Co. Planning Board Meeting
Nov. 3 7:30 PM Prince George's Co. Civic Federation Meeting
Nov. 9 7-9 PM Democracy for America Meetup
(Still need someone to help update the calendar - please pass on the word!)
Do a search on your zip code for other area events at:
http://www.localendar.com/elsie?JSP=Search
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
*** CIVIC AWARDS PRESENTATION ***
The Prince George's County Civic Federation, Inc. is celebrating its
77th anniversary with award presentations at its monthly meeting
which is open to the public. Please join us in the Multimedia Room of
Fort Foote Elementary School on November 2, 2005 at 7:30. It is
located at 8300 Oxon Hill Road in Fort Washington, Maryland. See
http://www.PGCares.com/PGCCF or call 301-782-9922 for more
information.
*** Musical Jubilee & Silent Auction ***
Celebrating 10 years of service to the community, CSS presents a
Musical Jubilee & Silent Auction on Saturday, November 5, 4:00 to
7:00 PM at Gwynn Park Middle School. 8000 Dyson Road, Brandywine. A
showcase of talent featuring choirs, gospel choirs, liturgical dance
and more from the local faith community. Sandwiches and light
refreshments on sale. Free will offering with proceeds to benefit
CSS' ongoing services to the community. Additional info 301-372-1491,
CSS office.
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VOLUNTEER/COMMUNITY SERVICE POSITION AVAILABLE
Work at home. Free training in Brandywine if needed or through email
& phone instruction. Internet posting (database entry) and/or
searching. Middle or high school student could receive credit toward
community service requirement, but any age may apply - it could help
your resume to add internet experience. Reply to this email or call
301-782-9922.
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