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New Laws, Candidates, Connector, Gun-control, + more
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Joyce Dowling
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Jan 27, 2006 18:27 PST
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NEWS STORIES
Maryland Raises Minimum Wage
Prince George's County Sentinel, MD - Jan 27, 2006
Del. Pauline Menes (D-Prince George's) said she felt Maryland's
workers were in need of a raise, which is why she voted to override
Gov. Ehrlich's veto.
http://www.thesentinel.com/298510987111249.php
Baker Files for County Executive Seat
Prince George's County Sentinel, MD - Jan 27, 2006
Rushern Baker filed paperwork last Wednesday in hopes of winning the
county executive seat of Prince George's County ...
http://www.thesentinel.com/331107715680247.php
'Strong and prosperous' state touted by Ehrlich
Washington Times, DC - Jan 27, 2006
"You cannot cut taxes and spend like a drunken sailor," said Mr.
Miller, a Prince George's Democrat. "I respect the governor. It was a
good speech....
http://washingtontimes.com/metro/20060126-104443-7336r.htm
Dread and Defiance in the Connector's Path
Washington Post, United States - Jan 27, 2006
...recently renewed a promise to begin building an intercounty
connector through central Montgomery County and western Prince
George's County by year's end....
http://tinyurl.com/d9fe8
Ehrlich war chest exceeds $8M, O'Malley trails by half, Duncan
Towson Jeffersonian, MD - Jan 27, 2006
...Duncan by announcing his candidacy first and tapping House
minority whip Anthony G. Brown, D-Prince George's, as his running
mate....
http://tinyurl.com/88veu
Gun-control group blasts Giannetti for vote on bill
Laurel Leader, MD - Jan 26, 2006
"He was elected to represent the people of Prince George's and Anne
Arundel, but he spends most of time sucking up to special
interests.". ...
http://tinyurl.com/cg5bf
Parking garage, animal leg trap bills advance
Howard County Times, MD - Jan 26, 2006
The ban would apply to Howard, Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Montgomery
and Prince George's counties. http://tinyurl.com/awxd4
For Smokers, The New Ban On Puffing Is a Real Drag
Washington Post, United States - Jan 26, 2006
He noticed the new sign on the establishment's door: "No Smoking. By
Order of Prince George's County. . . . Violators are subject to a
$200 fine.
http://tinyurl.com/a8ayu
Baker Appears Undaunted By Fundraising Disparity
Washington Post, United States - Jan 26, 2006
Prince George's Sheriff Michael Jackson, with County Council member
Samuel H. Dean in October, announced his run for reelection last week.
http://tinyurl.com/85x77
Md. Lawmakers to Propose Smoking Ban for Bars Again
WTOP, D.C. - Jan 26, 2006
Barbara A. Frush, D-Prince George's, would once again introduce
legislation that has in the past provoked heated opposition from bar
and tavern owners.
http://www.wtopnews.com/index.php?nid=25&sid=680431
Smear tactics keep dreamers out of public service
Baltimore Sun, United States - Jan 26, 2006
Michael S. Steele - will not bring new jobs to Maryland, will not
make Baltimore City and Prince George's County safer or make the
school your children attend...
http://tinyurl.com/bvcjz
In Prince George's, Crime and Community
Washington Post - Jan 26, 2006
More than a billion dollars in office, retail and housing development
is transforming the surrounding region, and if this enormous urban
renewal is infused with the values and strength of University Park
and its historical neighbors, northern Prince George's County could
experience a renaissance. http://tinyurl.com/7vvsq
Examiner Editorial - Crime and punishment
Washington Examiner, DC - Jan 25, 2006
First the good news: Prince George's County collected more than $100
million during the last fiscal year in child support payments, $10
million more than....
http://tinyurl.com/8kvq6
Building Boom in Prince George's County
WJLA, DC - Jan 23, 2006
Prince George's County seems to have become the darling of Washington
area developers. http://www.wjla.com/news/stories/0106/296309.html
Residents Call for Change in Prince George's County
WJLA, DC - Jan 22, 2006
Hundreds of Prince George's County residents want to let officials
know they're fed up with increasing crime.
http://www.wjla.com/news/stories/0106/296204.html
Gay marriage ban falls
Baltimore Sun, United States - Jan 21, 2006
The lawsuit names City Clerk Frank Conaway and the clerks of
Dorchester, Prince George's, St. Mary's and Washington counties.
http://tinyurl.com/9zvs5
Police Bust Extensive Pot Growing Operation
WTOP, D.C. - Jan 19, 2006
Montgomery County police say they worked with state police as well as
Prince George's County and DC investigators to shut down the major
indoor growing....
http://www.wtopnews.com/index.php?nid=25&sid=675456
Republicans say Democrats won't discuss gay marriage
Annapolis Capital, MD - Jan 19, 2006
"The majority of the delegates would like to see some bills not come
out," said Mr. Vallario, D-Prince George's.
http://www.hometownannapolis.com/cgi-bin/read/2006/01_19-22/GOV
Retailer Required to Close Gap on Health Care Coverage
Montgomery County Sentinel, MD - Jan 19, 2006
Sen. Gloria G. Lawlah (D-Prince George's County), the bill's sponsor,
said she was pleased that the General Assembly was able to override
the governor's veto.
http://www.thesentinel.com/282159906005890.php
Workers told hospital closing possible
Laurel Leader, MD - Jan 19, 2006
However, a spokesman for Prince George's County Executive Jack
Johnson said he and other public officials are determined not to let
that happen. ...
http://tinyurl.com/bxchj
Prince George's County May Be $1 Million in Overpaid Wages
WJLA, DC - Jan 19, 2006
Prince George's County has overpaid many of its public school
employees by more than $1 million since 2004 - much of it to
employees who've been fired.
http://www.wjla.com/news/stories/0106/295343.html
Challenge to mayor's ouster rejected
Washington Times, DC - Jan 17, 2006
A Prince George's County Circuit Court judge yesterday threw out a
citizen petition to bring the dismissal of Forest Heights Mayor Joyce
A. Beck to a vote...
http://washingtontimes.com/metro/20060117-103427-3533r.htm
Money Troubles Continue For Prince George's Hospital Center
NBC 4.com, DC - Jan 13, 2006
Prince George's Hospital Center is reportedly in need of advanced
life support to stay in business past spring.
http://www.nbc4.com/news/6051176/detail.html
Court to decide mayor's fate
Business Gazette - Gaithersburg,MD,USA
Despite a Town Council vote to dismiss her on Jan. 6, Joyce Beck is
still the mayor of Forest Heights.
http://www.gazette.net/stories/011206/clinnew185434_31909.shtml
Support follows racial lines
THE WASHINGTON TIMES - January 12, 2006
Mr. O'Malley already has tapped Delegate Anthony G. Brown of Prince
George's County as his running mate. ... Delegate Darryl A. Kelley, a
black Prince George's County Democrat, said he is disturbed by "those
stark numbers." ...Prince George's County, which is 63 percent black,
is the state's second most-populous jurisdiction and has Maryland's
largest concentration of registered Democrats -- more than 319,000,
according to the State Board of Elections.
http://www.washtimes.com/metro/20060111-101440-5106r.htm
Civil Trial of Pr. George's Corporal Begins
Washington Post - Jan 12, 2006
The incident occurred during 13 months in which Prince George's
police officers shot... brutality for decades, engaged in a pattern
of excessive force and racism. http://tinyurl.com/7mkes
THE VIOLATION OF MY CIVIL RIGHTS SHOULDN'T BE TAKEN LIGHTLY
Pretlow Law, MD
Local Student Officially Announces His Intent to Sue/Charge Prince
George's County Public Schools, Principal Sandra L. Nelson and other
Individuals. http://pretlowlaw.yc-music.com/press_jan01.html
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
(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:
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
*** FREE DOCUMENTARY FILM PREVIEW ***
TESSAMATUCK, a documentary film by journalist Susan Gervasi, will be
previewed on Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 7:00 p.m. at St. John's Broad Creek
Episcopal Church, 9801 Livingston Road, Fort Washington, Maryland,
20744. Refreshments will be served.
The film has been honored by the Greenbelt Film Festival; the issue has
been likened to Montgomery County's land-use struggle in Clarksburg.
The film's theme is a bitter battle between neighbors and land
development in a quiet Prince George's County community. It describes a
struggle about building a subdivision, instead of saving a Native
American archeological field of national importance. African American
historians, Native Americans, religious leaders, politicians and
community leaders are featured, as are the land developer and the
County's Chief Planner.
GENERAL ADMISSION CONTACT: Dawn Davit (301) 292-4198.
MEDIA CONTACT: Susan Gervasi (301) 474-77680.
*** "RELIGIOUS TOLERANCE IN TIMES OF CONFLICT: A NEW PATH FORWARD" ***
Mark you calendars for Feb. 26 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM. I hope to see you
there. Here's the full announcement.:
The Islamic Society of Southern Prince George's County
Extends an invitation to an Interfaith Community Discussion on
"Religious Tolerance in Times of Conflict; A New Path Forward"
Invited presenters:
Jewish, Rabbi Steve Wiseman
Muslim, Mr. Lloyd Davis, Islamic Society of Southern Prince
George's County
Christian, Professor George McLean, Catholic University
Unitarian, Rev. John Crestwell Jr. Davies Memorial Unitarian
Universalist Church.
Date: February 26, 2006. Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM.
Location: Islamic Society of Southern Prince George's County
7400 Temple Hill Road, Camp Springs, Maryland 20748
For More information call
Khalil Shadeed
301-595-5999 extension 23.
e-mail: Kha-@igprinting.com
** TEACH - MAKE A DIFFERENCE **
If this message is not for you, please pass it on, printable fliers
are available.:
The Prince George's County Public Schools is seeking high-achieving,
motivated professionals with a Bachelor's Degree who are interested
in pursuing a career that makes a difference. You can obtain a
Maryland Teaching Certificate in just one year in the PGCPS
Alternative Certification Program.
Learn more about this opportunity from our website and by attending
our Information Session.
www.residentteacherprogram.org
February 25, 2006 - 10:00 am to 12 noon
Sasscer Administration Building
14201 School Lane
Upper Marlboro, Md. 20772
*** NORTHERN AREA SPRING ENRICHMENT DAY CAMPS FOR KIDS ***
Spring Enrichment Day Camps for boys and girls ages 5-12 are being
offered from Monday, April 10, 2006 through Friday, April 14 to
coincide with spring vacation from the Prince George's County Board
of Education. Camps will be conducted at most Northern Area community
centers, dependent on sufficient registration, from 9 am - 4:30 pm,
with extended care available. Costs vary at each location. Call
your local community center for exact information.
A wide variety of enrichment camp themes are available including:
Green Acres Farm Camp, swimming, arts, basketball, computer, dance,
and soccer as well as general recreation camps. These camps are
designed with the goal of creating an enjoyable, safe environment
providing new skills and ideas to youth during spring vacation.
Registrations are now being accepted on a first come, first served
basis with limited space available. To register, visit your local
Northern Area community center and set up your SMARTlink family
account today, or call 301- 445-4500, TTY 301-445-4512 for more
information.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission,
Department of Parks and Recreation encourages and supports the
participation of individuals with disabilities. Please contact the
facility two weeks in advance of the program to request an
accommodation (i.e., sign language interpreter, support staff, etc.).
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VOLUNTEER/COMMUNITY SERVICE POSITION AVAILABLE
Work at home. Free training in through email & phone instruction or
in Brandywine if needed. 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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