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Morton Hospital Receives Beacon Hospice Excellence Award

June 25, 2009 – Taunton, MA - Morton Hospital and Medical Center was recently selected as the recipient of the Beacon Hospice 2009 Excellence Award. The Hospital was nominated by Amy Ippolito-Kelly, Beacon Hospice Service Representative, and is the only hospital in Massachusetts to receive the award.

The Hospital staff was honored for outstanding performance and lasting contribution in quality end of life care, especially on the S-1 Unit. During the recent awards ceremony, Ippolito-Kelly and Michael Hutchinson, Vice President-Sales, presented certificates of excellence to Marie Lebrun, RN, BSN, S-1 Nurse Manager, and Thomas Porter, Morton Hospital President.

Morton Hospital was recognized for its leadership in partnering with Beacon Hospice to provide excellence in end of life care and working with Mohamed I. Khedr, MD, Beacon’s in-house Medical Director, to guarantee access to hospice care for all patients at the end of life, as well as its commitment to continuing education. "There are many resources available to hospitals, and not everyone takes advantage of them, but you do," said Hutchinson. "That shows your commitment."

Hutchinson also acknowledged a clear linkage between Beacon’s mission and Morton Hospital’s mission of providing access to quality health care. "Your mission is exactly what you are demonstrating every day," said Hutchinson. "That is why we are here today celebrating your achievements."

Pictured left to right: Amy Ippolito-Kelly, Beacon Hospice Service Representative; Thomas Porter, Morton Hospital President; Marie Labrun, RN, BSN, S-1 Nurse Manager; Michael Hutchinson, Beacon Vice President-Sales; and Mohamed I. Khedr, MD, Beacon’s In-house Medical Director.

Winslowshire Renaissance Fair
Fundraiser for the Animals of Winslow Farm

June 24, 2009 - Norton, MA - Winslow Farm Animal Sanctuary, located at 37 Eddy Street in Norton, will be holding a Renaissance Fair on Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28 from 11:00am to 5:00pm.

Join us and be taken back in time where storytellers and magicians hold you captive, where music can be heard from every corner of the land and where elaborate costumes create a sense of majesty and fun. Musicians, singers and dancers will abound! This year's fair will be even bigger and more exciting than last year. Join us for gourmet vegetarian food, fun and frolic.

Admission for adults is $10.00, children $5.00 and kids under age 4 are free. Visitors who dress in Renaissance costume will receive a $2.00 discount. A $15.00, 2-day pass will be available.

For further details about the fair, please log on to www.winslowshire.com or contact Winslow Farm by phone at 508-285-6451, or by email at wnslofrm@aol.com.

See the Winslowshire flyer and other events in our Calendar section.

Morton Hospital Breast Surgeon Receives "Unsung Heroine" Award

June 19, 2009 - Taunton, MA – The Massachusetts Commission on the Status of Women recently named Elizabeth Tito, MD, one of its 100 "Unsung Heroines of 2009." Dr. Tito, a breast surgeon at Morton Hospital and Medical Center, was nominated by her colleague Ginny Starvish, RN, Morton Hospital Breast Care Nurse Navigator.

Dr. Tito was honored for her outstanding contributions to Morton Hospital and the greater Taunton community during a ceremony at the State House in Boston. The event was hosted by NewsCenter 5’s Liz Brunner, and featured an introduction of each honoree, as well as a catered reception.

According to the Commission, the Unsung Heroines "don’t make the news, they make the difference," and Dr. Tito has been making a positive difference at the Hospital for several years. Some of her most recent accomplishments include the initiation of a nurse navigator program to assist breast care patients, and the creation of a Community Advisory Board (CAB) to improve future programs and services to breast care patients. She is a constant advocate for women’s breast health awareness, and has helped to raise more than $10,000 to support patients and their families.

Elizabeth Tito, MD

"It’s been an honor to work with such an amazing group of women in our community," said Tito. "These brave women faced breast cancer, and at the end said what can we give back? The Community Advisory Board that I created gave them a chance to serve the community and shine."

For more information, or to make an appointment with Dr. Tito, call (508) 828-7693.

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Old Colony Historical Society Welcomes New Staff Member

June 17, 2009 - Taunton, MA - The Old Colony Historical Society is pleased to welcome a new member to its staff, Ms. Christie Jackson. Her position title, the Ruby Winslow Linn Curator, is named for a generous donor to the museum. Col. Linn had donated more than 500 objects to the museum over the years, and one of Ms. Jackson's duties will be to care for these and all of the museum's 12,000 historical artifacts.In addition, the curator will create exhibits and interpret collections to the public through tours and educational programs.

Ms. Jackson brings an impressive educational background to her new position. She recently completed her tenure as a Fellow in the Winterthur Program in American Material Culture at the University of Delaware, where she received a Master's Degree. This is her second graduate-level degree; the first was a Master of Education from Harvard University with a specialization in museum education. Her undergraduate degree was a double major in biology and philosophy from Dartmouth College.

The new curator's career experience is equally diverse and notable. She has several years experience in college administration, was an author and advocate for understanding learning disabilities and has considerable experience with underwater science and archaeology. After re-focusing her career goals in the museum field, Ms. Jackson worked on educational programs and exhibits at the Japan-America Society of New Hampshire, Winterthur Museum and Gardens and the Williams-Mystic Program at Mystic Seaport, The Museum of America and the Sea.

Christie Jackson

Along with her new curatorial duties here in Taunton, Ms. Jackson is in demand as a researcher, writer and program presenter. She was awarded the Williams-Mystic Alumni Research Fellowship to investigate the interior design of ocean liners in London. This research will take her back to London to speak before the Frederick Parker Foundation this coming October.

Concerning her recent arrival at Old Colony Historical Society, Ms. Jackson noted, "I am looking forward to drawing upon my educational, curatorial and administrative experience in my new role. I've felt very welcome here and look forward to exploring the treasures at Old Colony and in Taunton." Fellow staff, board members and Society members have greeted the new curator with enthusiasm. Jane Hennedy, Director of the OCHS, said, "I'm certain that, with her background and energy, she will be excellent at both uncovering new research on our object collections and finding new ways to share those great stories with our community. We are all fortunate to have this talented and personable new colleague."

Morton Hospital's Free Community Lecture Series
Topics Include Breast Health Awareness and Health Care Proxies

June 17, 2009 - Taunton, MA – Morton Hospital and Medical Center will continue its Spring/Summer Community Education Lecture Series this month with two new programs. The series consists of monthly lectures, seminars and special events that provide important information on a variety of health and wellness topics and promote new services offered at Hospital.

On Monday, June 22, Ginny Starvish, RN, CURN, Breast Care Nurse Navigator, will host "Breast Health Awareness," at 7 p.m. in Morton Hospital’s Margaret Stone Conference Room.

In addition, on Wednesday, June 24, Anne Sauerbier and Maria Leal, Patient Registration and Scheduling, will host "Why You Should Consider Health Care Proxy," at 5:30 p.m. in the Margaret Stone Conference Room.

The Community Education Lectures and free and open to the public, however, pre-registration is required. To register for either of these programs, call the Morton Hospital Health Services Referral Line at (508) 828-7777.

For more information on these lectures, or to learn about upcoming programs, call the Public Affairs Office at (508) 828-7015.

Local Soldier and Family Make Radio Appearance Before His Middle East Deployment

June 16, 2009 - Somerset, MA - The lives of three people will change dramatically over the next few years. Hear how this Thursday, June 18th at 10 a.m. on WSAR 1480 AM.

Originally from Taunton and a 2004 graduate of Wareham High School, U.S. Army PFC Christopher Charette is being deployed to Afghanistan. Before he departs for the Middle East, Chris, his wife Cheri and son Christopher Jr. will be guests on Mid Morning Bristol County with George Colajezzi.

Hear first hand how the Charette family will deal with Chris's deployment and how Cheri will have to cope here at home. You can call in and talk with Cheri and Chris about this life changing experience during the show at (508) 673-1480.

Don't miss a soldier and his family's compelling story.

7^th Annual Women's Golf Outing

June 16, 2009 - Taunton, MA - The Taunton Chamber’s 7^th Annual Women’s Golf Outing will take place on Friday, June 19, 2009 at The Back Nine Club in Lakeville. This year’s premiere sponsor is Sovereign Bank. End your week having fun!

Two golf pros will be offering free lessons at 11:00 a.m. during a pre-golf clinic. Registration is at 11:45 a.m. and the shotgun start is at 12:30 p.m. New this year is a cheese & wine reception that will take place during the raffle hour. For those of you who do not golf, you can attend the reception only for $40. This social hour is your chance to unwind, network, win raffle prizes, and indulge in hors d‘oeuvres and cocktails.

The cost is $100 per person or $360 per foursome. Included are free lessons with a golf pro, green fees and ½ cart, lunch, gift bag, free Golftini drink, wine & cheese reception, and a unique networking opportunity. Players can sign up as a single, twosome, threesome, or foursome.

For more information or to register, please contact the Chamber at 508-824-4068. Hole sponsorship and prize donations are greatly appreciated!

Taunton Area Chamber of Commerce Summer Celebration

The cost to attend this event is $20 for Chamber Members and $30 for Non-Members. For more information or to register, please contact the Chamber office at 508-824-4068 or e-mail info@tauntonareachamber.org.

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2009 MIAA Softball South Div. 2 Finals
Coyle & Cassidy 1, Ashland 2

2009 MIAA Baseball South Div. 1 Semi-Finals
Bridgewater-Raynham 4, Catholic Memorial 6

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A Good Woman (Fiction)
Author: Danielle Steel
Review by Shirley Hogan

About the Author
Danielle Steel is probably one of the most popular authors today. She is an international author and has sold over 580 million books. A few of her best sellers include- One Day at a Time, Rogue, Honor Thyself, Amazing Grace and many other novels. A very special novel is His Bright Light about the life and death of her son.

Annabelle Worthington, a nineteen year-old socialite, born and raised into New York society, lived on Fifth Avenue and in Newport, Rhode Island. To everyone else her life seemed perfect until the sinking of the Titanic when her life becomes forever changed. Her volunteer work takes precedence and she finds herself in the worst conditions, nursing the poor. In doing so, she finds her passion lies in medicine.

After what seems like an idyllic marriage, her life goes into a downward spiral, not being able to reveal her husband’s secrets and the end of her marriage. Annabelle flees from New York after being shunned by everyone and throws herself into the horror of WWI. Annabelle finds her true calling and begins her new life in Paris. Becoming a doctor and then a mother, with her past almost forgotten, she is now ready to return for one more visit home to New York. No longer ashamed, she regains her self-respect.

Danielle Steel has done a beautiful job in this novel describing images and historical detail. This novel is not her usual as it takes you in many directions and is never boring. I find her fortitude inspiring to move ahead against all odds.

I rate A Good Woman four and a half out of five stars.

Please email me at: shirley@tauntonweb.com. I may include your comments in my next review.

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2009 MIAA Baseball & Softball Tournament Roundup

Baseball

Softball

Semi-Finals
South Division 1
at Braintree High School
Bridgewater-Raynham 4, Catholic Memorial 6
Mansfield 10, BC High 13

South Division 2
at Taunton High School
Bishop Feehan 0, Plymouth North 12

South Division 3
at Natick High School - Mahan Field
Norton 3, Westwood 5

Quarter Finals
South Division 1
Bridgewater-Raynham 4, Brookline 1
Mansfield 4 , Framingham 3

South Division 2
Bishop Feehan 7, Hanover 0

South Division 3
Norton 11, West Bridgewater 4

First Round
South Division 1
Bridgewater-Raynham 5, New Bedford 1
Mansfield 13, Brockton 2

South Division 2
Bishop Feehan 13, Dennis Yarmouth 5

South Division 3
Norton 21, Mashpee 10

Preliminary Round
South Division 1
Bridgewater-Raynham - BYE
Mansfield - BYE

South Division 2
Bishop Feehan - BYE
Southeastern Regional 2, Dennis Yarmouth 9
Coyle & Cassidy 1, Foxboro 2

South Division 3
Norton - BYE
Bristol-Plymouth 2, Mashpee 5

Finals
South Division 2
at Taunton High School
Coyle & Cassidy 1, Ashland 2

Semi-Finals
South Division 2
at Taunton High School
Coyle & Cassidy 8, Bellingham 0

Quarter Finals
South Division 1
Taunton 2, Dighton-Rehoboth 3 (9 innings)
Bishop Feehan 0, Braintree 2

South Division 2
Coyle & Cassidy 6, Bishop Stang 1

First Round
South Division 1
Taunton 6, Wellesley 1
Bishop Feehan 12, Notre Dame Academy 0

South Division 2
Coyle & Cassidy 8, Hopkinton 0

Preliminary Round
South Division 1
Taunton 19, Attleboro 3
Bishop Feehan 3, Oliver Ames 0
Mansfield 0, Milton 7
Bridgewater-Raynham 1, Somerset 4

South Division 2
Coyle & Cassidy - BYE

Coyle & Cassidy 8, Bellingham 0

June 3, 2009 - Taunton, MA - Coyle & Cassidy Softball shutout Bellingham 8-0 in the 2009 MIAA South Division 2 semi-finals yesterday.

The Warriors (14-6) will face number 1 seeded Ashland (20-0) in the finals at Taunton High School. Game date and time will be announced soon.

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Raynham Council On Aging Newsletter

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Elder Conference: "Knowledge = Prevention" this 
Thursday at Wheaton College

June 2, 2009 - Norton, MA - The Bristol County District Attorney's Office is proud to announce that an Elder Conference - "Knowledge = Prevention" will take place on Thursday, June 4, 2009, at Wheaton College in Norton from 9:00AM to 2:00PM in the Emerson Dining Hall. This event is a kick-off to District Attorney Sutter's commitment to provide elders, and the community, with prevention information to combat elder abuse. Free tickets will be provided by your local council on aging office to those elders who can not afford the nominal $5 registration fee. Through the remainder of the year, District Attorney Sutter plans to visit many of the county's senior centers and council on aging locations to deliver his message about knowledge equaling prevention. The District Attorney's Office is collaborating with the Attleboro Senior Center to bring this important message to elders in the northern Bristol county region.

District Attorney Sutter will give opening remarks at the event while two top prosecutors discuss the many different forms of elder abuse including: identity fraud, financial exploitation, scams, physical, sexual, and psychological abuse. Elders and other conference attendees will learn how to recognize warning signs of abuse, how to report abuse, how cases are prosecuted, tips to prevent abuse and victim rights.

"I said when I was campaigning that the District Attorney's Office needed to do more to protect our county's most vulnerable: our children and our seniors. This program is a part of that mission," District Attorney Sutter said.

In addition, Bristol County Register of Probate, Gina DeRossi, will present information about services offered at the Registry of Probate and Family Court which include wills, guardianships, restraining orders and other matters. 

Community resource tables will be at the conference and staffed by representatives from the following organizations:  Bristol Elder Services, Community Visiting Nurses Association, Executive Office of Elder Affairs, New Hope, Norton CVS, Private elder law attorneys, Secretary of the Commonwealth, and South Coastal Counties Legal Services. Representatives will be available to provide information and answer questions about their organization and the services they offer.

There is a $5 registration fee, which can be paid at the door. Pre-registrations are encouraged and can be made by contacting Cecelia Porche at the District Attorney's Office (508) 961-1984.  Free tickets at local council on aging offices are available to those elders who can not afford the registration fee. A continental breakfast and lunch will be served. Transportation arrangements may be available through the local Council on Aging, GATRA (508) 222-6106, Foxfield Taxi (Tara Robinson, 508-553-3000) and Community Care-A-Vans (Richard Letson, 508-223-1672, ext. 29). A sign language interpreter will also be available.

Door prizes will be given away and include the following:  AAA road assistance kit, emergency kit, CVS gift cards, Stop & Shop gift cards, floral arrangements, private attorney consultation and restaurant gift certificates.

Seating is limited.  For registration information and questions, please contact Cecelia Porche at the District Attorney's Office, (508) 961-1984, or the Attleboro Council on Aging at (508) 223-2222, ext. 3316.

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