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DeAvila’s Catering Lends a Helping Hand

March 30, 2009 - Taunton, MA – Senior citizens in Bristol County are receiving grocery items thanks to the efforts of The Greater Boston Food Bank, Bristol Elder Services, Inc. and DeAvila’s Catering at The Columbia Cultural Center.

(left to right) Karen Cote, Bristol Elder Services, Christina Peretti, The Greater Boston Food Bank, Joy and Carlos DeAvila, DeAvila’s Catering at The Columbia Cultural Center

On the fourth Wednesday of each month a truckload of food staples arrives at the Columbia Cultural Center in the Myles Standish Industrial Park. The food is unloaded and a small army of volunteers places eight to 12 items in a brown bag for delivery to over 600 seniors in more than 15 communities in Bristol County.

"We’re so happy to be part of this great effort," said Carlos DeAvila of the Columbia Cultural Center. "We have the room to sort, bag and get the hundreds of bags of food items on vehicles and to the various senior centers throughout the area."

While DeAvila’s provides the venue, they are also actively involved in the process. "We get right in there and sort and package up the items," said Joy DeAvila. "We’ve been blessed in the hospitality business and this is our way of giving back."

Seniors in need of food are encouraged to apply for assistance by calling Bristol Elder Services at 508.675.2101 to request a brief one page application. For more information on the Senior Brown Bag Program visit www.bristolelder.org.

One of dozens of volunteers packs up a vehicle with food items to be delivered to seniors in need with the Senior Brown Bag Program.

Dozens of bags of food staples packed and ready to go to needy senior citizens enrolled in the Bristol Elder Services Brown Bag Program.

Morton Hospital’s “First Friday” Breakfast and Lecture on April 3rd: Stress Awareness

March 30, 2009 - Taunton, MA – Morton Hospital will host its next “First Friday” lecture on Friday, April 3, at 8 a.m. in the Silver City Galleria Community Room, located near the mall’s food court. “First Friday” lectures are sponsored by the Hospital in collaboration with the Silver City Galleria and its Mall Walkers Program.

The Mall Walkers Program is a fun, easy way to stay healthy and fit, and the Galleria provides a climate-controlled environment, perfect for walking. Morton Hospital provides breakfast and information on a variety of health topics on the first Friday of each month. All mall walkers and visitors are welcome to attend free of charge.

This month’s lecture will be given by Kristy Wyman of Morton Hospital’s Cardiovascular Services Department. In recognition of “Stress Awareness Month,” Wyman will discuss how stress can have a negative impact on your health. For more information, contact Morton Hospital’s Public Affairs Office at (508) 828-7015.

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“Move Over” Law Now in Effect

March 25, 2009 - The new Move Over Law, that took effect on March 22, aims to protect police, firefighters, paramedics, tow truck drivers, and all roadside emergency and maintenance workers.  The law requires all drivers approaching a stationary emergency or maintenance vehicle with flashing lights to move to the next adjacent lane if it is safe to do so, and, barring that, to reduce their speed. Drivers who violate the Move Over Law face a fine of up to $100.

“We want to get the word out to all drivers to help protect our emergency and maintenance vehicle workers,” EOPSS Director of Highway Safety Sheila Burgess said at the event, held at State Police General Headquarters in Framingham. “Making it home safely can be as simple as slowing down and moving over when you are faced with vehicles on the side of the road. Not doing so can have serious or even fatal consequences.”

Every year, first responders across the country are injured or killed while providing emergency roadside help. In recent months, several Massachusetts state troopers have been injured on the job. According to the Merit Rating Board, in 2008 there were nearly 2,000 violations of Chapter 89 Sec. 7a which deals with obstructing emergency vehicles including failure to yield and following too closely.

“The Massachusetts State Police know all too dearly the consequences of drivers failing to use caution when approaching troopers, local police officers, firefighters, EMTs, tow drivers and highway workers who are performing their duties at the side of the road,” said Colonel Mark F. Delaney, superintendent of the State Police. “We are grateful to the Patrick Administration and the Legislature for making this much needed new law a priority, and helping protect those whose job is to protect the public.”

Added MassHighway Commissioner Luisa Paiewonsky: “Obeying the Move Over Law will help protect drivers, as well as officers and highway workers, from needless injury or even death. Highway safety is a top priority in Massachusetts thanks to a strong partnership among agencies who are dedicated to saving lives and reducing injuries on our roadways. This law is an important step in improving road safety.”

For more information, go to www.mass.gov/highwaysafety.

Taunton Area Chamber’s Business After Hours

March 24, 2009 - Taunton, MA - Jack Conway & Co., Inc. will be hosting the Taunton Chamber’s next Business After Hours on Thursday, March 26 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Their office is located on 125 County Street in Taunton.

The cost to attend this event is $5 for Chamber Members and $10 for Non-Members. Register by calling the Chamber at 508-824-4068.

Heart Fund Committee Donates $4,000 to Morton’s Cardiovascular Services Department

March 23, 2009 - Taunton, MA - Morton Hospital and Medical Center recently received a donation from Martin Middle School’s Heart Fund Committee. Dawn Cambra, committee member for nearly 20 years, presented a $4,000 check to Morton’s Hospital’s Cardiovascular Services Department.

The Heart Fund tournament is an annual event that brings 16 middle school basketball teams together to increase awareness of heart disease and raise funds for cardiovascular care. This year marked the tournament’s 35^th year. For the last 10 years, the Heart Fund tournament has been played in memory of Kenny Perry, founder and former Martin Middle School science teacher.

"It was an honor to represent Morton Hospital and the Cardiovascular Services Department as a beneficiary of such a wonderful community event," said Ellen Manchester, Director of Cardiovascular Services. "The friends of Kenneth Perry have worked so diligently throughout the years to continue this tournament annually, which signifies how much Mr. Perry meant to them and the young people in the greater Taunton area. We sincerely appreciate the generosity of the organizers, ballplayers, family, friends and Taunton community over the past 15 years."

For information about Morton Hospital’s Cardiovascular Services Department, call (508) 828-7290.

Front row, from left: Ellen Manchester, Director of Cardiovascular Services, and Dawn Cambra, Heart Fund Committee member. Back row, from left: Thomas Porter, President of Morton Hospital, and Michael Reilly, Operations Supervisor.

Bridgewater Police Arrest 3 Suspects for Car Break-ins

Twenty incidents were reported in commuter parking lots, and parking lots of local gyms and schools all around Bridgewater and Raynham.

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One Dead, Several Injured in Early Morning Crash

March 22, 2009 - Norton, MA - State Police are investigating an accident on Route 495 in Norton Sunday morning that claimed the life of one person and injured several others.

UPDATE - March 23, 2009 - On Sunday, March 22, 2009, at approximately 2:54 a.m., State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Route 495 South prior to Bay Street (exit 9) in Norton that resulted in one fatality, one serious injury and four minor injuries.

Preliminary investigation indicates that a 2004 Nissan Maxima sedan and a 2003 Infinity G35 coupe were both traveling in close proximity at a high rate of speed on Route 495 South in Norton when the two vehicles lost control nearly simultaneously.  The Nissan, operated by 27-year-old Juliano DaSilva of Brockton, exited the road to the right, rolled over and collided with several trees before coming to rest in the woods.  The Infinity, operated by 21-year-old Patrick Brandao of Brockton, also exited the road to the right and collided with several trees before coming to rest in the woods.  The front seat passenger of the Nissan, 25-year-old Eduardo Dias of Hyde Park, sustained serious injuries and was declared deceased at the scene.  DaSilva sustained serious injuries and was transported by ambulance to Rhode Island Hospital.  The rear seat passenger of the Nissan, 27-year-old Luiz Dias of Hyde Park, sustained minor injuries and was transported by ambulance to Morton Hospital.  Brandao, who was not wearing a safety belt, received minor injuries in the crash and was transported by ambulance to Good Samaritan Hospital.  The two passengers of the Infinity, 25-year-old Johnathan Alves of Brockton and 20-year-old Wilson Fernandes of Brockton, were both not wearing safety belts and were transported by ambulance to Good Samaritan Hospital for minor injuries. 

Due to the crash investigation and vehicle removal, the middle lane of Route 495 South was closed for approximately 2½ hours, and the right lane was closed for approximately 7 hours.

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This Weekend at Steve's Backstage Pass

Friday, March 20^th - The Greg Hoddie Band (Classic Rock)
The Hoddie Band plays some hot stuff but keeps the licks fine-tuned. The three-piece band sounds full and very musical: they are not a power trio. A variety of influences keep this band hopping and they constantly trying to stretch the envelope. Those influences include: Hendrix, Duke Robillard and Johnny Winter. Cover $5. Doors open at 7:00 PM show starts at 9:00 PM

Saturday, March 21^st - The Subterranean Cafe' Band (Rock, Folk Rock, and Eclectic)
A nice, bluesy, folk rock mix. You will surely find some of your favorites in the smooth sound of the Subterranean Cafe' Band. Classics such as “Cripple Creek,” “When things go wrong with you,” and “Ain’t no sunshine” will retrieve some warm memories. Listen for the clarity in the lead guitar, and the wisp of flute that sets the scene for a unique listening experience. Cover $5. Doors open at 7:00 PM show starts at 9:00 PM

The Subterranean Cafe' Band

Steve’s Backstage Pass - 15 School St Taunton, MA
For reservations, or more information call 508-824-3436 or visit: www.stevesbackstagepass.com

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