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Pages in English 8-14
Año 9 • Edición No. 192-L
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Mayo 8, 2004
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Philip F. Mangano, desdeWashington, conjuntamente conla Vicegobernadora KerryMurphy Healy, se unieron alAlcalde Michael J. Sullivancuando este anunció un plan de10 años que terminará lasituación de los que viven sin untecho que los cubra.
Mangano ha sido designadopor el Presidente George W.Bush, director ejecutivo paradirigir la agencia que coordinarálos esfuerzos de otras 20agencias federales responsablesde reducir y terminar la situaciónde los desamparados que hoyviven bajo puentes y en refugiosa lo largo y ancho del país.
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El Sargento Luis Báezacaba de regresar despuésde tres años en Corea del Sury antes de partir para FortHood, Texas, sus familiaresy amigos en Lawrence ledieron una fiesta paracelebrar la ocasión y sus 20años de servicio en elejército.
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Army Sergeant Luis Baezjust returned after spendingthree years in South Korea,and before leaving for FortHood, Texas, his relativesand friends surprised himwith a party to celebrate theoccasion and his 20 years ofservice. (Page 11)
Susie Castillo, former Miss USA was theHonored Guest Speaker at The Methuen SeniorCenter 20 years’ Anniversary Dinner. “Theyflew me in for the occasion and my plane leavesin three hours”, said Susie. She has nowmoved permanently to Los Angeles, Californiato pursue an acting career.
(Page 13)
Esperanza para“los sin casa”
Susie at MethuenSenior Center
¡Gracias Sargento!Thank you, Sergeant!
Regresa el Relojde Bicknell
El Reloj de Bicknell será develado este sábado, 7 de mayo,en Lawrence Heritage State Park después de haber estadofuera de funcionamiento por más de 50 años. En la fotovemos a Lee Balcom, director ejecutivo de la SociedadHistórica de Lawrence con Mary Girouard de HeritageState Park, observando a Mark Moretti haciendo lainstalación del reloj. (Página 9)
Condiciones de trabajoinfrahumanas para losempleados municipalesafectan a los residentesde Lawrence. (Página 6)
Exponen el arte deFreddy Cabral enCasa Dominicana
(Página 7)
Don’t miss inside:
People who makeour lives better
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Inhuman workingconditions for city
employees affect us all.
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Por Alberto Surís
Philip F. Mangano,desde Washington,conjuntamente con laVicegobernadora KerryMurphy Healy, se unieron alAlcalde Michael J. Sullivancuando este anunció un planque terminará la situación delos que viven sin un techoque los cubra. “Vamos acomenzar una campaña y lavamos a comenzar hoy”, dijoel alcalde.
Mangano ha sidodesignado por el PresidenteGeorge W. Bush, directorejecutivo para dirigir laagencia que coordinará losesfuerzos de otras 20 agencias federalesresponsables de reducir y terminar la situación delos desamparados que hoy viven bajo puentes y enrefugios a lo largo y ancho del país.
La Ciudad de Lawrence, al igual que otras através de la nación, ha entrado en un plan de 10años que pondrá fin al problema crónico que afectaal país, con personas viviendo en las calles y en losrefugios. “La Ciudad de Lawrence no puedehacerlo sola, necesita de otros sectores, como elprivado y agencias de servicio público y sin ánimode lucro y también representantes de las personassin techo”, dijo Mangano.
Mangano no llegó a Lawrence con una billeterallena de dinero para repartir, sino con una promesade que en el presupuesto del año 2005, el PresidenteBush intenta destinar más de 1 billón de dólarespara terminar la lamentable situación de los quehoy viven en las calles. Lawrence podrá recibir
Esperanza para“los sin casa”
Philip F. Mangano,Executive Director of theUnited States InteragencyCouncil on Homelessness(ICH); VicegobernadoraKerry Murphy Healy y elAlcalde Michael J. Sullivancomparten un momentojocoso en la Cámara delConsejo Municipal.
Nilka Álvarez-Rodríguez, Concejala por elDistrito C y Myles Burke, jefe de despachodel Alcalde fueron designados Co-Chairs dela alianza, representando a Lawrence.
El Alcalde de Lawrence, Michael J. Sullivan, dando inicio a laconferencia de prensa. Detrás, la Vicegobernadora Kerry MurphyHealy y Philip F. Mangano, Executive Director of the UnitedStates Interagency Council on Homelessness (ICH).
parte de ese dinero, pero primero, tiene que producirun estudio detallado de las necesidades de la ciudad.
Para eso, el Alcalde Sullivan ha designado aNilka Álvarez-Rodríguez, Concejala por el DistritoC y Myles Burke, jefe de despacho del alcalde Co-Chairs de la alianza, representando a Lawrence.Ellos dirigirán a un grupo de personas de distintasorganizaciones las cuales llevarán a efecto eseestudio.
Philip F. Mangano designado ExecutiveDirector of the United States Interagency Councilon Homelessness (ICH) en el año 2002, es un nativode Massachusetts, donde fundó y por 12 años fungiócomo director Ejecutivo de Mass Housing andShelter Alliance (MHSA), una coalición de 80agencias que opera 200 programas orientados areducir y eliminar la forma en que viven los que notienen un lugar que llamarle hogar.
Para administrar y facilitar la misión delConcejo a nivel local y regional, el Concejo InterAgencia, con la aprobación del Secretario Martínez,de HUD, estableció 10 posiciones de Coordinadorregional. Cada uno de los coordinadores esresponsable de trabajar con el estado y el gobiernolocal y los representantes regionales de ICH, asícomo los representantes de aquellos que no tienenhogar, para coordinar los esfuerzos de reducir yterminar con la situación de los que no tienen casa.
“El Alcalde Sullivan está interesado en que yosirva en su nuevo comité para crear el plan de 10años para terminar con el problema de las personassin casa en Lawrence y yo me siento honrada detener esta oportunidad de participar en esta nueva yexcitante iniciativa”, dijo Rebecca A. Hall, directoraejecutiva del YWCA de Lawrence y sus alrededoresy agregó: “En la YWCA creemos que un hogarseguro es la base esencial para una mujer y sufamilia para progresar en la vida. Estoy muy
(Cont. en la página 4)
Renovando elcontrato del cableEste pasado miércoles, los residentes de Lawrence
tuvieron la oportunidad de dejar que losfuncionarios municipales escucharan sus
inquietudes con respecto al servicio que reciben de lacompañía del cable para que puedan ser tomados enconsideración durante las negociaciones del nuevocontrato con la ciudad.
El problema es que solamente tres residentesasistieron. Del Consejo Municipal, solamente NicholasKolofoles trajo su opinión sobre el servicio que proveeny el Presidente del Concilio vino por la mitad y se quedóunos quince minutos.
La Ciudad de Lawrence se comprometerá a otrocontrato por diez años y este es el momento deasegurarnos que es justo para ambas partes. De interésparticular es el futuro del Canal 8, el Canal de AccesoPúblico. Era de esperar que todos los productores detelevisión que usan las facilidades de Glenn St.estuvieran presente pero no había ninguno.
Vamos a esperar que esto no se repita en la próximay última reunión público a llevarse en junio.
Renewing thecable contractThis past Wednesday, the residents of Lawrence
had the opportunity of letting city officials listento their concerns regarding the service we receive
from the cable company so that it can be taken intoconsideration when drafting the new contract with thecity.
The problem is that only three residents attended.From the City Council, only Nicholas Kolofoles broughthis opinion about the service being provided and CouncilPresident Patrick Blanchette came in half-way throughand stayed for about fifteen minutes.
The City of Lawrence will be locked into anotherten-year commitment and this is the time to make surethat it is fair to both parties. Of particular interest is thefuture of Channel 8, the Public Access Channel. It wasexpected that all the television producers who use theGlenn St. facilities would be there and there were none.
Let’s hope that this will not be repeated at the nextand final public meeting in June.
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A solicitud del Ingeniero MarcosDevers, Primer Vocal de la Oficina deRegistro de Electores en el Exterior de laJunta Central Electoral de la RepúblicaDominicana, publicamos la siguienteinformación:
Elecciones en la RepúblicaDominicana: Domingo, mayo 16, 2004.
Todos los dominicanos empadronadosen Lawrence votarán en el local de CasaDominicana, localizada en el 225 de laCalle Essex (entrada por PembertonWay), el mismo día domingo, 16 de mayo,2004.
Elecciones DominicanasLa votación comenzará a las 6:00 AMhasta las 6:00 PM
En Casa dominicana habrá tres (3)colegios, con personal designado por laJunta Central Electoral:
Colegio #2Presidente: José Darío SilverioSecretario: Ricardo Fabián
Colegio #3Presidente: Evangelina FelizSecretario: José Osiris de León Jr.
Colegio #4Presidente: Rafael A. Gómez CuelloSecretario: Luis B. Matrille
Notas delComité EscolarPor Dalia Díaz
Seguramente que usted ya lo leyó aquí.Pensábamos que teníamos el peor ComitéEscolar en la historia de Lawrence pero elactual es peor. ¡Sí, es más malo que peor!
Por los últimos dos años nos hemosacostumbrado a que Jorge González estécallado en su rincón, sin contribuir algopositivo a los intereses delpúblico y rogando porquesurja alguien mejor quequizá anule sus votos conuno inteligente.
El problema es quehemos adquirido dos cuñosde aprobación adicionalesque no se molestan tansiquiera en leer lo que tienendelante. Ya sea elpresupuesto o el contrato delsuperintendente, si lo hubiesen leído,estarían en posición de hacer preguntas.Entretanto, la ciudad continúa hundiéndoseen el abismo de las deudas, incompetenciay favores políticos.
Igualmente injusto es el hecho de queellos no representan las preocupaciones delos padres en esta comunidad,particularmente el trío representado aquí.
Nunca los ve enninguna parte ypara añadirinsulto a lainjuria, elteléfono celularde LauraVanderveer hasido cambiadopara no aceptarllamadas deafuera. Proba-blemente esto
fue en respuesta a los muchos mensajes quele he dejado a los cuales no respondió.
La actitud de ellos parece indicar queno quieren ser molestados por la gente quelos eligió. Ustedes no ganaron un concursode simpatía. Se postularon para unaposición que requiere que trabajen.
Por favor, háganle un favor a lacomunidad: renuncien ahora. Con laselecciones estatales de este año, tenemos laoportunidad de hacer una elección especialpara el Comité Escolar en los Distritos A,B y D sin que le cueste extra a la ciudad.Entretanto, vamos a regar la voz quenecesitamos gente decente y honrada pararepresentar sus áreas.
Lawrence SchoolCommittee
NotesBy Dalia Díaz
You may have read it here. We thoughtthat last year we had the worst SchoolCommittee in the history of Lawrence butthe current one is so much worse. That’sright: Worse than Worst!
For the past two years wehave grown accustomed toJorge Gonzalez being silentin his corner, notcontributing anythingpositive to the interests ofthe people and we justhoped for something betterto come along and perhapsvoid his votes with anintelligent one.
The problem is that weacquired two additional
rubber stamps who don’t even bother to readwhat’s in front of them. Whether it is thebudget or the superintendent’s contract, hadthey read it, they would be in a position toask questions. Meanwhile, the city willcontinue to sink further into the abyss ofdebt, incompetence and political favors.
Equally unfair is the fact that they don’treally represent the concerns of parents inthis community, particularly the triorepresented here. You never see themanywhere and to add insult to injury, LauraVanderveer’s cellular telephone has nowbeen changed not to accept incoming calls.Probably that was in response to the manymessages left by me that went unanswered.
Their attitude seems to indicate theydon’t want to be bothered with the peoplewho electedthem. Youdidn’t win ap o p u l a r i t ycontest. Youran for aposition thatrequires you todo some work.
Please dothe communitya favor: resignnow. With theupcoming state elections we have thechance to have a special election for SchoolCommittee in Districts A, B and D at noextra cost to the city. Meanwhile, let’sspread the word that we need decent,honorable people to represent their area.
Laura Vanderveer
Carlos Ramos
Jorge González
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Estimado cliente:
A partir del día lunes, 2 de febrero,2004, no estaremos en nuestro local del 237de la Calle Essex. En su lugar, podráencontrarnos en nuestro nuevo localsituado en el 85 de la Calle Salem, enLawrence, MA. Esperamos que este cambiosea beneficioso para usted. Nuestro númerode teléfono y fax continuarán siendo losmismos.
La oficina está localizada en el sur deLawrence, entre las calles South Union yFoster, en Lawrence, MA.
Si ha llegado a nuestro antiguo local,por favor, siga estas instrucciones:• Continue por Essex St. hasta el segundosemáforo y tome una izquierda enAmesbury St.• Cruce el río y en el primer semáforo, lacalle cambia de nombre y se llama ParkerSt. Siga derecho hasta el tercer semáforoque es la Calle Salem.• Doble a la izquierda en Salem St. Ustedha llegado al 85 Salem St. que está en laesquina de la Calle Foster.
Si usted tiene una pregunta acerca desu póliza de seguros o cualquier otro asunto,por favor, llame a nuestras oficinas.
Atentamente,Lenny Degnan, Jr.
Degnan Insurance Agency, Inc.237 Essex Street – Lawrence, Massachusetts 01840
Ph. (978) 688-4474 / Fax: (978) 687-7713
Su nuevo local:
85 Calle SalemLawrence, MA
01843
We’ve moved!¡Se mudó!The newaddress:
85 Salem St.Lawrence, MA
01843Dear Policyholder:
As of February 2nd, 2004, we willno longer be located at 237 Essex Streetin Lawrence, MA. We will be movingto 85 Salem Street in Lawrence, MA. Wehope that the change will be to yourconvenience. Our phone number willremain the same.
Salem Street is located in SouthLawrence, between South Union andFoster Street in Lawrence, MA.
If you have arrived to our formeroffice, please follow the directionsbelow:• Continue on Essex St. and on thesecond traffic light, take a left onAmesbury St.• Go across the river and on the nexttraffic light, the name of the streetchanges and it is now called Parker St.Continue straight ahead until the thirdtraffic light and that is Salem Street.• Turn left on Salem St. You have arrivedat 85 Salem St. which is at the corner ofFoster St.
If you have any questions regardingyour insurance policy or any othermatter, please call our offices.
Sincerely,Lenny Degnan, Jr.
El 28 de abril,2004, la Comisión deMassachusetts Sobre elEstado de las Mujeressostuvieron su primeralmuerzo anual llamadoel Premio EleanorRoosevelt a la HeroínaOlvidada en el HotelFairmont Copley enBoston.
Isabel Meléndez,directora del ProgramaHispano de GreaterLawrence CommunityAction Council, Inc. fuehonrada como “HeroínaOlvidada”. Estereconocimiento esotorgado a mujeres quecomo bien dijo EleanorRoosevelt, “Han hechoalgo que ellos (u otros)pensaron que no podríaser realizado” en pro delas mujeres deMassachusetts.
La Sra. Meléndezha exhibido iniciativa, pasión y logros enlas áreas conque la Comisión trabaja. Ellase ha ganado el cariñoso título de “La Madrede Lawrence”. A través de su vida y trabajo,ella muestra el incansable esmero deEleanor Roosevelt por los derechoshumanos y abogando apasionadamente porla justicia equitativa, las oportunidades yla dignidad.
Como pionera centrada en lasnecesidades de la población inmigrante,Isabel ha proporcionado un puente esencialentre las rápidamente cambiantescomunidades hispana y anglo de Lawrence.
Como directora del Programa Hispano,una oficina de múltiples servicios deGLCAC, Inc., ella proporciona servicios
contenta de que la respetada concejalalatina Nilka Álvarez-Rodríguez,conjuntamente con Myles Burke, jefe dedespacho del alcalde formen parte de esteequipo, ya que sabemos que ella traeráliderazgo en el esfuerzo para que la mujerde Lawrence obtenga un lugar seguro yestable donde vivir. Fue un honor de que
esenciales a las mujeres, niños y ainmigrantes. Algunos de los serviciosofrecidos son traducciones, vivienda, ropa,alimentos y ayuda médica, así comoeducación y oportunidades cívicas.
En su tiempo libre ella ha organizadoliga de niños de Roberto Clemente, haparticipado en reuniones de los derechoshumanos así como el registro de votantes yactividades del censo. Ella fundó SemanaHispana para celebrar diversidad enLawrence así como para fomentar lacomprensión y el orgullo étnico. Ella fue laprimera latina en Massachusetts enpostularse para alcalde. Durante sucampaña para esa posición, ella movilizó amás de 2,000 votantes.
el Sr. Philip Mangano visitara Lawrencepara lanzar esta nueva y excitanteiniciativa. Esto nos asegura a los que enla YWCA hemos trabajado por muchosaños para promover que cada ciudadanotenga un techo que lo proteja, que elliderazgo de la ciudad está decidido amejorar la calidad de vida para todos losresidentes de Lawrence”, dijo Hall.
Esperanza...(Cont. de la página 2)
Comisión estatal de féminashonra a Isabel Meléndez
Isabel Meléndez posa con el Premio EleanorRoosevelt a la Heroína Olvidada y el RepresentanteEstatal William Lantigua (I-Lawrence) quien lepresentó una proclama de la Cámara deRepresentantes.
El Proyecto del Arbol Educador es untaller de educación ambientalinterdisciplinario que utiliza a los “bosquescomo ventanas al mundo,” y por vez primeraen este área, lo estaremos presentando eninglés y en español. Este taller celebrará elidioma como la mejor manera de enseñartemas ambientales.
En el taller, los asistentes participaránen las actividades diseñadas para enseñarconceptos ambientales a los estudiantes másjóvenes (pre-Kindergarten hasta el 8vo
grado) y recibirán la guía de actividades delPLT y el suplemento en español, queproporciona 96 actividades listas parautilizar que los educadores puedan adaptarfácilmente para sus programas.
El Proyecto del Arbol Educador es para
¡Saludos LíderesJuveniles!
usted si usted es maestro, líder juvenil, otrabaja con gente joven y quisiera infundiréticas ambientales en su trabajo. Si ustedsabe de alguien que pudiera estar interesado,favor de pasarle esta información.Fecha: 15 de mayo de 2004 (inscríbase
a más tardar el 7 de mayo)Horario: 9:00 - 3:30Lugar: Lawrence, MAHonorario:$15
Favor de inscribirse llamando a TimRayworth, Coordinador Ambiental Regionalde Educación, antes del 7 de mayo al (978)369-7834 ó [email protected] más información sobre el Proyecto delArbol Educador visite el Web site:WWW.plt.org
Clases de bailes folclóricos GRATISNecesitamos niños y jóvenes mayores de 7 añosde edad que quieran aprender y presentar bailestradicionales y modernos. Llame: Asociación dePeruanos Unidos, Leonor (978) 265-2852.
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Lawrence: Tree City USA porsegundo año consecutivo
El Alcalde Michael J. Sullivan anunciando que elgobierno federal ha nombrado a Lawrence “Tree CityUSA” por segundo año consecutivo.
Maggie Super y Marianne Paley deGroundword Lawrence anuncian los planesde estudiar todos los árboles de los parquespara protegerlos y aumentarlos donde seanecesario. Este nombramiento vieneacompañado de una dádiva a la que ellasdarán nuy buen uso. Un grupo de niños ayuda al Alcalde Sullivan y al
Presidente del Consejo Municipal, PatrickBlanchette, a izar la bandera.
El abogado de la ciudad,Charles Boddy, Jr.parece estar pensando sidebe ayudar KevinCapellán de la EscuelaLeahy y Carlos Picart dela Escuela Parthum.
El Alcalde Sullivan trabajó muy duro abriendo el hoyo para sembrar un arbolen el Parque Reviviendo. Con él vemos a Carlos Capellán de la Escuela Leonard;Carlos Picart, Escuela Parthum; y Kevin Capellán de la Escuela Leahy.
Puede leer artículos previamente publicados en nuestrapágina del Internet - www.rumbonews.com
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Por Alberto Surís
Carmen Chalas, lapopular productora delprograma MicrófonoAbierto, que setransmite diariamentepor la 1110AM, de 11 dela mañana a 12 delmediodía, celebró unaño más de vida,rodeada de sus amigos,un bizcocho, baile yKaraoke en el conocidoPunto Final.
En la foto la vemosfrente al bizcocho decumpleaños. Antesestuvo bailando con Juan Acevedo, másconocido como Matatán, que tambiéncumplía años, y recibió dedicacionesmusicales de Leo Olivo, CristóbalRamos, el Poli, y Josefina Fernández.
Chalas cumple unaño más
Por Dalia Díaz
Un par de semanas atrás escribí que elgaraje municipal fue clausurado desde hacevarios años, las condiciones deplorables yque varios trabajadores están teniendocontinuos problemas respiratorios. La fotoque acompaña a este artículo demuestracómo la basura de las calles, la limpieza delas cloacas, las gomas de automóviles y losdesperdicios peligrosos son almacenadospor varios meses.
La agencia de protección del medioambiente (Environmental ProtectionAgency - EPA) ha sido llamada varias veces.No hay ventilación apropiada. Incluso laOccupational Safety and HealthAdministration (OSHA) ha declarado ellugar inapropiado para trabajar, sinembargo, las condiciones persisten. ¡Nadiedebe verse forzado a trabajar bajo tales
Condiciones infrahumanaspara empleados municipales
condiciones!Mi pregunta es: ¿Si estas condiciones
afectan a trabajadores de la ciudad, qué esde las personas mayores de edad que vivenen los caseríos de esa área, Central Catholicasí como los residentes y comercios?
Tiene que haber un mejor sistema quepermitir que la basura recogida por toda laciudad se fermente soltando toxinas paraque todos las respiremos.
Es difícil comprender cómo estasituación puede continuar. Estos empleadosmunicipales están protegidos por unsindicato, sin embargo, no han podidomejorar las condiciones. Quizá es hora deque los residentes demanden que losdesperdicios peligrosos sean removidos aun lugar seguro en lugar de ser almacenadosen ese vecindario residencial.
El Sargento Luis Báez acaba deregresar después de tres años en Coreadel Sur y antes de partir para Fort Hood,Texas, sus familiares y amigos enLawrence le dieron una fiesta paracelebrar la ocasión y sus 20 años de
¡Gracias Sargento!
El Sargento Luis Báez mostrando la proclama que le presentara elRepresentante Estatal William Lantigua. A su derecha, su padre adoptivo,Luis Rodríguez.
servicio en el ejército.“Gracias Luis y Dios te bendiga a ti
y al resto de las Fuerzas Armadas delos Estados Unidos que hacen de estepaís un lugar seguro donde vivir”, ledesean sus familiares.
Guilmo BarrioOficial de Préstamos HipotecariosRepresentante del Valle de Merrimack
Integrity Mortgage Associates, Inc.Entregándole las llaves de su casa propia
Tel. (978) 373-7047Fax: (978) 244-1280
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TallerEducativo yPreventivoLa Iglesia Presbiteriana de Lawrence
estará ofreciendo un Taller sobre ElDesarrollo Normal del Niño y sobre LaPrevención de Abuso contra Menores. Lasproveedoras que están a cargo de niños sonbienvenidas a participar y toda lacomunidad en general, se ofrecerá cuido deniños por las horas que dure el taller. No sepierda esta gran oportunidad de adquirirconocimientos y destrezas que le serviránde herramientas para el futuro.
Para más información llame al 978-683-6342 ó al 978-852-3127Fecha: Mayo 11 y 13 (primer taller) yMayo 18 y 20, 2004 (segundo taller)Hora: 6:00 a 9:00 de la noche.Lugar: 96 East Haverhill St. En la partede atrás de la Iglesia PresbiterianaCosto: $20.00 para los materiales
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El pintor dominicano Freddie Cabralrealizó una exposición de sus obras elpasado viernes, 30 de abril, en CasaDominicana.
La exposición, titulada “Cuando lahumanidad pueda volar”, está compuesta demás de 20 pinturas donde el objeto principales un ave en vuelo. Esto no es unacoincidencia, sino el propósito de su arte.Cabral opina que el pájaro es un símbolode libertad. “Es el animal que es
Freddie Cabralexpone en Casa Dominicana
El pintor frente al lienzo titulado “el árbol de la vida”.
El autor con “Forma Infinita”,escultura hecha a base de fibra devidrio y resina de poliéster coloreadacon polvo de cobre.
verdaderamente libre, cuando no quiereestar más en un lugar, levanta el vuelo y seva”, dice.
Freddie es uno de siete hijos delmatrimonio formado por Leoncio De laCruz y Ofelia Cabral. Nació en SantoDomingo, República Dominicana el 14 demarzo de 1951. Desde temprana edaddescubrió que le gustaba trabajar con lasmanos y comenzó a bregar con barro. A laedad de 16 años comenzó a recibirinstrucciones del Profesor Amable Sterling,en la escuela de arte y en el año 1970comenzó arquitectura en la UniversidadAutónoma de Santo Domingo.
Cabral vive en Boston, pero según suspalabras, se enamoró de Lawrence. El es elautor de la pintura que adorna la entradadel club Nocturno Punto Final, en la calleBroadway, donde su propietario, JuanPascual, le ha brindado un espacio dondevivir y trabajar. La Librería Nobel, de JoséBalbuena, en la calle Haverhill, la calificóde un excelente sitio de reunión donde seconoce a mucha gente. “La palabra clavede esta exposición es gracias, dar gracias atodos los que me han ayudado”, dijo.
La exposición estará abierta por 30 díasen el local de Casa Dominicana, en el 225de la Calle Essex, en Lawrence. Si alguienquiere ponerse en contacto con el pintor,puede hacerlo llamando a Ernesto Bautista,al 978-828-6376.
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Sea voluntario con niños sin hogarHorizons for Homeless Children (una organización que vela por niños sin hogar) estáintentando encontrar a personas serias que les guste tener diversión, para jugar ydesarrollar relaciones con los niños que viven en refugios para familias sin hogar yrefugios para familias víctimas de violencia doméstica en el nordeste de Massachusetts.Un compromiso de 2 horas a la semana (que es un turno semanal) se requiere por lomenos por 6 meses. Las horas del día y de la tarde están disponibles durante la semana.Los entrenamientos se llevan a cabo regularmente y el siguiente tendrá lugar de 6 a 9P.M. el 26 y 27 de mayo. Para más información sobre el programa, o inscribirse para elentrenamiento, favor de visitar www.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org o llame a NaomiAitken en 978-557-2182. Es una experiencia fantástica que beneficia a todo el que seenvuelve en ella. ¡Gracias!
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8 - Rumbo Lawrence, MA - mayo 8, 2004
Por Dalia Díaz
El momento más especial en la vida decualquier padre es cuando nace suprimogénito, lleno de sueños y esperanzas.Pero esos momentos de felicidad pueden sertergiversados ahora que Massachusettsrequiere una serie de análisis en los reciénnacidos en busca de enfermedadescongénitas y los padres pueden prontoenterarse de lo que pueden esperar en elfuturo.
Ese fue el caso de Steven y LaureenCampagnone de Methuen. Su bebita naciócon cystic fibrosis. Según losinvestigadores, una de cada veinte personasson carriers, o sea, que tienen el gene peroes solamente cuando ambos padres lo tienenque corren un riesgo del 25% deprobabilidad de que su hijo nazca con laenfermedad.
La familia Campagnone no sabe qué seavecina ni lo que la familia puede esperaren el futuro. En la actualidad, estánaprendiendo y luchando ante los primerossíntomas. La cystic fibrosis afecta lospulmones y el sistema digestivo por lo tanto,la medicina usada es una enzima que ayudacon la digestión y masajes diariosen el pecho y en la espalda parasoltar la mucosa acumulada enlos pulmones. Lo que lo dificultamás al diagnosticarlo es que haymás de mil diferentes formas deesta enfermedad.
A medida que el niño crece,los problemas pueden aumentar;es poco lo que se sabe hastaahora pero sí saben que cuandosu hija tenga cuatro años,necesitará un chaleco electrónicopara reemplazar los masajes quehoy le dan. El costo actual deeste chaleco es $15,000 yafortunadamente, las medicinasestán cubiertas por el seguromédico.
Pues, para empezar aprepararse para el futuro, lafamilia Campagnone, con laasistencia de las damas del VFWLadies Auxiliary 8349 deMethuen, organizaron una cenapara empezar a recaudar fondospara cubrir esos gastos. Lafamilia Campagnone es tanconocida y apreciada en todo elValle de Merrimack que el VFWestuvo lleno a toda capacidad y
By Dalia Díaz
The birth of the first child is the mostspecial moment for parents, filled withdreams and aspirations. But those happymoments can be easily thwarted now thatMassachusetts has a new series ofcompulsory tests done to newborns. Babiesare tested for several congenital diseasesand parents soon find out what they canexpect in the future.
That was the case of Steven andLaureen Campagnone of Methuen. Theirbaby girl was born with cystic fibrosis.According to the researchers, one in twentypeople are carriers of this gene but it is onlywhen both parents are carriers that a childhas a 25% probability of being born withthe disease.
The Campagnones have no idea as towhat to expect in the family’s future. Rightnow, they are learning and coping with thefirst signs. Cystic fibrosis affects the lungsand digestive system so the medication usedat this point in an enzyme to help with thedigestion and daily massages in the chestand back to release the mucous from thelungs. What makes it more difficult todiagnose is that, according to the CysticFibrosis Foundation, there are more thanone thousand different forms of the disease.
As the child gets older, the problemsmay increase; there is little known althoughthey are aware that by the time she is fouryears of age, their daughter will need anelectric vest to replace the massage they
provide now. The current cost of this vestis $15,000 and fortunately, the medicationsare covered by health insurance.
So, to start preparing for the future, theCampagnone family, with the assistance ofthe VFW Ladies Auxiliary 8349 ofMethuen, organized a dinner to start raisingthe necessary funds to cover futureexpenses. The Campagnones are so wellregarded all over the Merrimack Valley thatthe VFW hall was filled to capacity and anenormous amount of gifts were donated fora raffle.
Steven was overwhelmed with emotionnot expecting the support and love theyreceived that day. They now know that theirordeal will be a lot easier thanks to theirfriends.
We had the opportunity also of meetinganother family who can relate to what theyare going through. The Robinsons fromNorth Andover and their daughter KC werethere.
Nancy Robinson, is a physical therapistwith the Visiting Nurse Association andRichard Robinson is a teacher at theGuilmette School in Lawrence. KC is agorgeous 15 years old who plays softballand is a member of the ski team at NorthAndover High School. When she was born,Massachusetts did not have such a testingrequirement and it was not discovered untila few months later. Back then, lifeexpectancy was not long but as time passes,people can aspire to a better, longer life.
A community united for the Campagnones
Steven and Laureen hold a picture of their baby girl during the dinner toraise funds for her future needs. With them, Steven’s parents Joyce andStephen Campagnone.
These are the wonderful ladies from the Ladies VFW Auxiliary 8349, whovolunteered to make sure everything turned out perfectly: Edna Sierpina,Doris Abdallah, Ellie Shimko, Jackie Baillargeon, Joanne Kobrinsky andMarjorie Sweeney.
The Robinson family came to support their good friends. Nancy andRichard with their daughter KC.
una enorme cantidad de regalos fuerondonados para ser rifados.
Steven se vio muy conmovido por laemoción de ver el apoyo y el cariño querecibieron ese día. Ellos saben que su dolorserá mucho más fácil de sobrellevar graciasa sus amigos.
Tuvimos la oportunidad de conocer aotra familia que conoce muy de cerca lo queestán atravesando. La familia Robinson deNorth Andover y su hija KC estaba allí.
Nancy Robinson es una terapeuta físicacon la Asociación de Enfermeras Visitantesy Richard Robinson es maestro en la EscuelaGuilmette de Lawrence. KC es una preciosajoven de 15 años de edad que juega softbally es miembro del equipo de esquiadores deNorth Andover High School. Cuando ellanació, no había requisitos en Massachusettsde hacer exámenes a los niños al nacer porlo tanto no lo descubrieron hasta meses mástarde. En aquellos tiempos, no podíanaspirar a una larga vida pero a medida queel tiempo pasa, la ciencia les va proveyendouna vida más larga y mejor.
Joanne Moschetto, Comcast representativefrom their Sales Department, had a specialtable with articles from their popularSopranos series donated by Comcast for aspecial raffle.
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Rumbo - 9Lawrence, MA - mayo 8, 2004
You may not have heard of the BicknellClock but its rebirth is well under way.Perhaps the oldest street clock of its type inthe entire Commonwealth of Massachusetts,it was originally erected in 1885 by theBicknell Brothers clothiers on Essex Streetwhere it stood for over 100 years.
In disrepair and broken for more than50 years, the Lawrence HistoricalCommission has partnered with the Friendsof the Heritage State Park to undertake thecomplete restoration and modernization ofthis incredibly rare piece.
Research has shown that a statue of aCivil War Union Army Drummer Boy oncestood atop the clock and disappeared inapproximately 1910. Renowned sculptor,Robert Shure has been commissioned toduplicate this one-of-a-kind headpiece,
Returns to Lawrence the Bicknell Clock
which was cast in bronze. Beyond this, therestored clock features an internal mastercontroller with a GPS (global positioningsatellite) transceiver. This basically meansthat the clock recalibrates itself directly withsatellites in orbit, and be accurate to .00001seconds -not bad for a clock that hasn’t toldtime for over half a century! Thesecombined features make the Bicknell Clocktruly unique in the entire world.
Lawrence is in a catch 22 situation.Millions of dollars have and continued tobe spent on crumbling infrastructure butvirtually no money remains to beautify thecity, this private endeavor seeks to do justthat - while restoring the city’s only
Please come to thededication of theBicknell Clock, thisSaturday May 8th, at1:30 p.m. at HeritageState Park, 1 JacksonStreet, Lawrence.
remaining street clock.Our fundraising is almost complete yet
still need to be raised to finish the projectand establish a perpetual care fund to assurethat this silent sentinel shall never beforgotten again. The Historical Societyhumbly asks for your generous donation (taxdeductible) and invites you to the dedicationceremony on Saturday, May 8, at 1:30 PM.
R. Lee Balcom, chairman of the LawrenceHistorical Commission says that they arestill looking for contributions. Please makeany tax deductible checks payable to:Friends of Lawrence Heritage State Park
1 Jackson StreetLawrence, MA 01840
Doug Shine and Mark Moretti of Electric Time, adjust the Bicknell Clockbefore installing it on its base.
In the picture below, Lee Balcom andMary Girouard observe MarkMoretti doing the final adjustments.
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10 - Rumbo Lawrence, MA - mayo 8, 2004
Text and photos by Frances Marino
While taking spring photos ofLawrence where I work, I wanted to showmy appreciation to a man who works forthe Buckley Transportation Center. He wasso happy I took his picture, too. Manytimes I have lost or forgotten my greenparking pass and other items in the garage.He and the other workers were diligent infinding them and returning them to mesaving me lots of money and worry.
When the Buckley TransportationCenter was built in Lawrence many of usdowntown workers were very excited tohave the opportunity to park in a brand newparking garage near our places of businessat a very reasonable cost. For at least thepast 8 years, Billy Ray Hawkins and hisco-workers at the Buckley Garage havebeen saying cheery hi and good-byes to usLawrence workers.
The annex to the District Court Clerk’sOffice where I worked, was located acrossfrom the Buckley Transportation Center onAmesbury Street for several years. Whenour new District Court was relocated to 2Appleton Street, Billy Ray and the otherregulars stayed on to greet us patrons.
They were very helpful registering our
cars for our monthly green passes and carstickers which some of us had never ownedbefore. Occasionally you will see Billy Rayand the other garage attendants filling inon Appleton Street if you ever park in thatgarage. Even when he takes a walk on hislunch hour Billy remembers to greet hispatrons. His cheery “This is a good one”and “Have a nice day” makes me feelcomfortable leaving my car in the garageon Amesbury Street.
He and the other garage workers patrol
the parking levels all day long no matterwhat the conditions. They try diligently toreturn our lost belongings ie: parkingpasses, keys, etc. if they find them. Whenwe think to reward them with donuts ortake out food, excitement is in their faces.
Hopefully they will forget the manytimes the card machine wouldn’t workbecause I failed to wait until the gate fellbefore driving out. Thanks to the workersat the Buckley Transportation Center.
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By Eileen (Yelle) Hughes
The truth, sorely lacking in ourleadership is and should be dragged out intothe open clean air for all to see what is goingon in our little community. It not only affectsus but all the other communities in the stateof Massachusetts. I think it is time to paythe piper.
Let everyone know the facts as to whywe haven’t moved forward. For that matter,let us ask why after all these years, we stilldo not have a single person in charge ofsome of our vitally important departmentswhich hold the key to the pulse and survivalof the city. These departments include,Department of Community Development,Personnel, Economic Development andDepartment of Public Works. No one personin charge today has the necessary pastrecords and experience to keep us solvent.
Let us not forget the bulging top heavyunnecessary managerial staff working insidethe police department knowing full well thatwe need patrol police working the streets.Check out the ratio of management versusstreet police of other police departments inthe state. We seem to gravitate towardsunder-achievers, political hacks, friends,family, girl friends ALL with less experienceor none at all pushed ahead of those whodo, not to mention a nice big fat salaryincrease AT OUR EXPENSE.
This is the ongoing problem withLawrence. We are forced to adhere to twosets of rules. One for the average citizen andone for the favored few erroneously placedin power. This is so obvious by looking atwho have been brought into thisadministration lacking the propercredentials in the field in which they havebeen placed. Why? Is it a reward?
Let me give you a few examples. Mr.
Galligani, recently resigned (if that is thecorrect word) from the Department ofCommunity Planning and Development. Hehad a two year stint in the City of Lowell,which already had in place, long range plansfor quite a few years. This can be clearlyevidenced by sight alone. Mr. Galligani wasnot involved in that lengthy process. Wasn’tsomeone with a proper paper trail ofnoteworthy accomplishment hired? Thenthe salary would have been worth it.
Another example is Tom Schiavonewhose education background is in CriminalJustice. He was placed as interim Directorof Community Planning and Developmentuntil a permanent position could be found.His salary was brought up to par with theposition; however, when Mr. Galliganiaccepted the director’s position, the salaryof Tom remained the same. This error wasnot found out for some time.
Does his salary remain the same? Afterall, he is the Director of EconomicDevelopment working under Galligani.Here is another abuse of money which couldhave been used towards the improvementof Lawrence.
Another example, Frank McCann,Director of Public Works. Was the jobdescription of this position tossed aside aswell? We all know that how poorly thisDepartment works (or doesn’t) whicheverthe case may be. More waste of money. We,the public, need the educational informationof all who apply for these positions. Weneed to be shown the proven seasonexperience found in his/her past records.How much money do we have to waste?
Have we hit the final amount yet?Andrea Traficanti, who when coming onboard had a very grey track record, no
Lawrence’s quagmire experience, no qualifications, but there shewas in the position of Supervisor at DPW.She can’t take phone calls because shedoesn’t speak Spanish (which is arequirement), so another person has to do itfor her.
How embarrassing to the city. Here wasa person who had parking tickets voidedwith not one bit of remorse, concern,conscience knowing that if it were J.Q.Citizen would have been houndedincessantly or even arrested for such a hightotal of tickets. Why wasn’t she taken totask? Why hasn’t she been fired for all theatrocities not to mention her poor behavior?Her demeanor involving other city hallworkers is abhorrently appalling. Themayor cannot sweep these horrendousepisodes under the rug anymore.
This city needs knowledgeablepersonnel with credentials of planningexpertise and knowledge in the know-howof bringing to this city the much neededrespect by other communities that we don’thave today. We must have accountabilityto be able to move Lawrence to a placewhere it does not have to be a laughing stockoutside our community and no longerfeeding off these other communities.
Too many proven facts have alreadycome into public view to allow this tocontinue. But remember folks, a great dealof blame lies with us for we are allowingthis farce to continue. It is time we stoodtall in unity as a community. Stand up tothe plate and make your voices heard beforethere is nothing left to salvage.
So, folks, it is up to you. As I saidbefore, scream loud and clear. It may taketime but it will work. It is up to you fellowLawrencians to let your legislators knowwhat should be done for our community.
Let the Governor know of unseenmoney spent supposedly for the city pouringin with nothing to show for it.
Let the State Department of Educationknow in order that they might make thechanges needed to help our children.
If you wish any more information orwant to know how to contact the right personfor your question of interest, please e-mailme at [email protected].
I wish us all good luck.
Eileen (Yelle) Hughes writes abouther opinion and it does not reflect theopinion of this publication. You canemail your comments and suggestionsto [email protected]
People who make our lives better:Billy Ray Hawkins
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Rumbo - 11Lawrence, MA - mayo 8, 2004
By Ellen Bahan
It's all About Right(s)!
On April 28, 2004 the MassachusettsCommission on the Status of Women heldits First Annual Eleanor Roosevelt UnsungHeroine Award Luncheon at the FairmontCopley Plaza in Boston.
Isabel Melendez, Program Director ofthe Spanish Program of the GreaterLawrence Community Action Council, Inc.was honored as an “Unsung Heroine”. Thisaward was given to those who have, asEleanor Roosevelt said, “Done the thing thatthey (or others) thought couldn’t be done”for the women of Massachusetts.
Ms. Melendez has exhibited significant
Important recognitiongiven to Melendez
Community Activist Isabel Meléndez receivedaward from the Massachusetts Commissionon the Status of Women.
initiative, passion andachievement in the areasaddressed by the work of theCommission. She has earned theaffectionate title of “Mother ofLawrence”. Through her life andwork, she exemplifies EleanorRoosevelt’s untiring dedication tohuman rights and passionateadvocating for equal justice,opportunity and dignity. As an outspoken pioneerfocusing on the immigrantpopulation’s needs, Ms.Melendez has provided anessential bridge between therapidly changing Hispanic andAnglo communities of Lawrence. As Director of the SpanishProgram, a multi-service office ofGLCAC, Inc., she providesessential services to women,children, and immigrants. Some
of the key services offered are translation,housing, clothing, food, and medicalassistance, as well as education and civicopportunities.
On her own time she has organized theRoberto Clemente Children’s League,Human Rights rallies as well as voterregistration and census activities. Shefounded Hispanic Week to celebratediversity in Lawrence as well as to fosterunderstanding and ethnic pride. She wasthe first Latina in Massachusetts to run forMayor. During her run for office, shemobilized over 2,000 voters.
As my loyal readers are aware, I havelong since thought that MethuenCommunity Television has been to old sharand the Double D like something akin towinning the lottery, mad money if you will.Since I started watching closely theoperation, a viable explanation of why,according to the formula that funds thePEG channels, we have very little to showfor the sum of cash we have received fromthe respective cable companies who wereresponsible at any given year.
I remember exactly the year MCTVdisappeared entirely from the line itemyearly budget! It was the year old sharwas coronated! What a coincidence!
“Roll Me Over In The Clover” isgoing to be another, at least, a five-partseries, similar to the “Terrorization” seriesrunning in the Red Issue of Rumbo. Forthe many new Rumbo readers, the redissue is printed on the first and fifteen ofthe month. The Blue Issue is printed onthe off weeks. The web site iswww.rumbonews.com. THANK YOUFOR READING RUMBO.
Drum roll please…Introducing the MerrimackValley Planning Commission
If we manage to bump off the MVPCwho has shown in its astute attention todetail via their estimate on the cost of fixingthe 110 Rotary. I believe it was stated inthe daily record of advertisement, death,Dear Abby and horoscope the amount couldrun anywhere between a couple of millionand over 20 million. I think at the time Iread this, my thoughts were, Boy they reallynailed that down!
In listening to Gaylord Burke’s diatribe(Head honcho MVPC) trying to justify whyafter 21 years he should still be allowed toremain teeth clenched to the spout, Icouldn’t help but think he probably shouldnot have started out with such a snotty
condescending attitude that no matter what,Methuen would have to pay the bill andcould not remove themselves from thesupporting member ranks.
Apparently it would take an act of thepart-time employees that double for ourstate legislature to be able to removeourselves from the MVPC. I say let’s get JoeySalvo on the case and go get it! Remember,when Joey wanted the term limits changed,there was no mountain high enough.
When it comes to shutting down oneof the useless tributaries funded by thepeople’s money, Gaylord made it sound likemaybe we were going to need to get Godinvolved… like moving heaven and earth.
I say let’s show the MVPC we’re in!We’re game to test the system. As I wassitting there listening to all the wonderfulthings the MVPC has done, some big thingsin the last week as a matter of fact. Thefire boys called and Gaylord jumped intoaction and enhanced our fire departmentcomputer with GeoPad, defining 11,000points in Methuen. Damn! It only took theblade of the axe grazing his neck to extractsuch service. MVPC must be better atcomputers than they are with estimates.
I said it many months ago, after beingamazed by this Commission, who had thechutzpah to milk over a hundred grandconsulting price tag to define the estimatebetween a couple of million and 20 million,all funded by the taxpayers in one form ofanother.
Cut them loose, ditch them, put themout to pasture! I think that many residentsof the lovely haven of pork town would beamazed to see how many times Gaylord andhis band of so-called public servants jumpedinto bed with developers and realtors, muchto the detriment of the citizens of Methuen.
Ellen Bahan is a columnistexpressing her opinion. You canemail your comments andsuggestions to Ellen Bahan [email protected]
Roll me Over in the Clover
Army Sergeant Luis Baez just returnedafter spending three years in South Korea,and before leaving for Fort Hood, Texas,his relatives and friends surprised him witha party to celebrate the occasion and his 20
Thank you, Sergeant!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDParents Helping Parents, a child abuse prevention agency, is looking for bi-lingual volunteers with good interpersonal skills and a commitment tostrengthening families to facilitate support groups Lawrence. Volunteers mustcommit to spending five hours a week for a period of one year as a facilitator.Training and ongoing supervision and support is provided by Parents HelpingParents. Call 1-800-882-1250 to request application materials or for moreinformation visit our website at www.parentshelpingparents.org.
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Firefighter Juan González joined his brother in law, Army Sergeant LuisBaez, when he received a Proclamation from Representative WilliamLantigua (I-Lawrence).
years of service.“We thank you Luis, God Bless you and
the rest of the United States Armed Forcesthat make our country the safest place tolive”, said his relatives.
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Ellen Bahan’s Short StoriesEpilog
The knickknacks sans Mike Hennessyvoted to let Gaylord’s teeth remain clenchedto the spout.
For my loyal readers, before Gaylordleft, I made (in writing of course) a requestfor public information. Please supply thepacket that was supplied to the knickknacksand salary and names of MVPC employees.I don’t know about you, but I’m surecurious.
The Cookie manI was stationed in my usual seat “The
Front Pew”, where I can see down eitherwing, able if need, to be ready to adjourn tothe stall where the real meetings take place.
I hear a stir on the royal quarters side,look up and who is tiptoeing out of oldshar’s office, none other than KingsleyLough. He is our computer guru guy,MCTV board member and of course, oneof old shar’s hackey-lackeys is indeed thecookie man. And I’m not talking GirlScouts.
I’m so filled with “RandomUnconnected Thoughts” it crossed my mindjust what King was filling the queen in on.So many things come to mind… Daytrading, Home Shopping, Jim Conway,Porn, Viagra, actually where any employeecares to surf the net, while on the clock.Damn! There could actually be somepeople-related research being done.NAWWWW! Only if it is to get even,thwart, punish them for.
I think that if Kingsley were pressed,he would have to admit that with all thethings he’s tracking, there is very little timeleft for the “People’s Work”.
Add to your cast of characters, THECOOKIE MAN staring Kingsley Lough.
More RandomUnconnected Thoughts
It was like a cavalcade of stars at theknickknack gathering last night. Lou AnnClemons was there. At first, I thought shewas going to have some insight in the PussyGestapo, but it was only about extra carson your property. I guess the Board ofHealth are still congregated in the stall,stalling the Pussy Gestapo until they thinkthe citizenry have forgotten and are notlooking, as they did with Fluoride.
Dave Aucoin was there, I think he wasworking for us. You can never be sure. Theonly thing we can be sure of is that we arepaying him!
Kevin Haggerty, surfaced on the radaragain, must be pulling Frank along withhim. Does this mean that Frank Russo ourtown engineer is about to take a spot on theradar?
It was good to see Kevin again, I forgotto ask, but now would be as good a time asany. Kev, how’s the day trading going?
Kevin as you all know retired from thetown after having served for many years asgood buddy to realtors and developers alike,all the while getting paid by us.
After he retired, he was a paidconsultant still on the people’s payroll. Thiscould actually still be in effect, it is hard totell when you look at the actual fiscalbudget, if you are not wearing your decoderring. I am still tying to get me one of thoserings. I think next I am going to try theDistrict Attorney’s office and see if theyhave one.
Next was Randy Haggar, sporting hisvacation attire, operating his cell phone, likeit was a switchblade. I was wondering justto whom he was speaking. I was wonderingif it was his vacation cell phone or if it wasthe citizens’ cell phone. Do you think itwas long distance? Randy always the card,whether sporting ski après, or play togs, orhog togs for that matter.
Clown Town by the Shriners took placethis past weekend. Some of our finest badboys, bad boys, whatcha gonna doparticipated with their children, andchildren from the Arlington Neighborhood.Don’t you all think that was a mightyadmirable thing to do. I do! I only hopethat it was untrue that those boys weregetting overtime pay from the CommunityPolicing grant money so they could lookgood.
I’ll bet when you saw the first twowords of the previous paragraph youthought I was describing the current stateof affairs. Fooled YA!
Be sure and watch Channel 22, MCTVWednesday at 8:30pm. Guest: Ronnie Ford,host of Hotline on WCCM radio 1490 AM.
Be sure and read Rumbo, May 15 Issueas Terrorization IV continues.
One more Random UnconnectedThought. I was coming down 495,returning from my vacation, when all of asudden there, on the highway, “EXIT 40B,Methuen” appears. It was like déjà vu allover again! WELCOME TO METHUENMASSACHUSETTES, LAND OF 40B!
Ellen Bahan is a columnistexpressing her opinion. You canemail your comments andsuggestions to Ellen Bahan [email protected]
By Dalia Díaz
A couple of weeks ago I wrote aboutthe City Yard being condemned severalyears earlier, the deplorable conditions andthat several workers are continually havingrespiratory problems. The pictures accom-panying this article demonstrate how thestreet sweepings, catch basin cleanings, tiredisposals and hazardous debris are storedat the Yard for several months at a time.
The Environmental Protection Agency(EPA) has been called several times. Thereis no proper ventilation. Even theOccupational Safety and HealthAdministration (OSHA) has declared theplace unfit yet, the conditions remain. Noone should be forced to work under suchconditions!
Inhuman working conditionsfor city employees
My question is: If these conditionsaffect the city workers, what about thepeople in the elderly projects in that area,Central Catholic and residents andbusinesses?
There has to be a better system thanallowing the trash picked up all over the cityto ferment and spew toxins for everyone tobreathe. It is difficult to understand howthis situation can persist. These cityemployees are protected by a union andnothing seems to improve their workingconditions. Perhaps it is up to the residentsto demand that the hazardous waste isremoved to a safe place instead of beingstored in that residential neighborhood.
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The Project Learning Tree EducatorWorkshop is a hands-on, interdisciplinaryenvironmental education workshop thatuses “forests as a window on the world,”and for the first time in this area, we will bepresenting this in both English and Spanish.This workshop will celebrate language as away to teach environmental issues.
At the workshop, attendees willparticipate in activities designed to teachenvironmental concepts to young people(pre-Kindergarten - 8th grade) participantsand will receive both the PLT ActivityGuide and the Spanish activity supplement,which provides 96 ready-to-use activitiesthat educators can easily adapt for theirprograms.
By Alberto Surís
Last week, Susie Castillo, former MissUSA 2003, took time from her busyschedule to spend a few hours in Lawrence.“They flew me in for the occasion and myplane leaves in three hours”, said Susie. Shewas the honored guest speaker at theMethuen Senior Center 20 years’anniversary celebration.
Rene J. Morissette, Methuen Councilon Aging Chairman welcomed the wellattended affair and St. Monica’s Pastor;Reverend Jerome Gillespie gave theinvocation. During the roast sirloin of beefdinner, the guests were entertained byPianist Stephen Heimlich and Violinist TomLaMark.
Methuen Senior CenterCelebrates 20th Anniversary
Built on what used to be the WestSchool, on a piece of land leased from theTown of Methuen for $1.00 a month, theMethuen Senior Center celebrated 20 yearsof continuous success, with a banquet heldat their own Morissette Auditorium, onSunday, May 2nd, 2004.
The Methuen Senior Center is a veryunique, one of a kind in many ways, sinceno tax dollars were used for its construction,only donations, according to the informationpassed on their anniversary dinner program.The Center serves the 5,800 Methuenseniors, the largest per capita seniorpopulation in the state. More than 500seniors per day use the center.
Susie Castillo with sister Marisele and mother Carmen, during the dinner.
Susie chats with some guests.
Susie stops to say hello to some old friends. Olga, Olga, and Aglays Silveraof Lawrence and Secundino Batista, MD from Panama visiting Lawrence.
Everybody smiled when Susie stopped by this table to say hello. They are,from left, Elizabeth Saba, Meh Corey, Josephine Touma and Marie Cottone.
Honored during the Merrimack ValleyYMCA’s 2004 Volunteer Week celebrationwere program volunteers of the year (fromleft to right): Steve To of Lawrence(Lawrence YMCA Teen Achiever);Samantha Eastman of Methuen (MethuenYMCA Teen Leader); Jessica Quinones ofLawrence (Lawrence YMCA TeenAchiever); Laurel Ridge of Andover(Andover/North Andover YMCA TeenLeader); Mary Ricardo of Lawrence(Lawrence YMCA child care volunteer);Mary Dow of Andover (Andover/North
YMCA Honors ProgramVolunteers of the Year
Andover YMCA child care volunteer); andMacKenzie Kelley of Dover, NH (CampingServices registered nurse volunteer). Theywere feted at the YMCA’s VolunteerAppreciation Night at Chunky’s MovieTheatre last night (April 29.)
Also honored for 2004 volunteerservice, but not present at the ceremony:Kevin St. John of Lawrence (volunteer forAquatics Program at Andover/NorthAndover YMCA) and Cathy Wemyss ofNorth Conway, NH (volunteer at YMCA’sBear Island camps on Lake Winnipesaukee).
Greetings Youth Leaders!Project Learning Tree is for you if you
are a formal educator, youth leader, or otherwho work with young people and would liketo infuse an environmental ethic into yourwork. If you know of someone who mightbe interested, feel free to pass it along.Date: May 15, 2004 (register by May 7)Time: 9:00 - 3:30Location: Lawrence, MAFee: $15
Please register in advance by contactingTim Rayworth, Regional EnvironmentalEducation Coordinator, by May 7 at (978)369-7834 or [email protected] Formore information about Project LearningTree visit the website: www.plt.org
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■ Summer Camp ■ Summer Vacation Clubs ■ Full Day Child Care ■ Family Nights■ After-School Child Care ■ Youth Basketball League ■ Teen Programs ■ Health & Wellness Programs ■ Swimming Lessons ■ Parent/Child Classes
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Join us for theannual TeddyBear Picnic!
Bring your picnic lunch, teddybear and join the fun for our annualTeddy Bear Picnic.• For preschoolers and theirfamilies• Play games• Make arts & crafts projects• YMCA provides drinks and snacksFriday, June 4, 200411:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Held on the playground at theAndover/North Andover YMCA, 165Haverhill Street, Andover (978) 685-3541.
Cost: $5 per family for YMCAmembers; $15 for non-members
You and your family are invited to:
Neighborhood Softball Tournamentin memory of
Radames “Chungo” Marrero, Jr.
Saturday May 15th 8:30 am-11amHayden Scholfield Playstead I, II: Lawrence/Myrtle Sts.Featuring :Lawrence City Hall Team with Lawrence Mayor Michael Sullivan, City CouncilorsPatrick Blanchette and Marcos DeversManager: Nelson Ortiz
Lawrence Weed and Seed Coalition Residents TeamManager: Radames Marrero Sr.
Lawrence Fire Department TeamManager: Firefighter Orlando Rosado
Lawrence Police Department TeamManager: Sgt. Don Cronin
For more information call the LMCC offices at 978-975-8793
You and your family are invited to:
Lawrence Weed and SeedCoalition’s 3rd Annual
Neighborhood Health and Safety Day
Saturday, May 15th 12PM-4PMCentral Catholic Parking Lot: Hampshire & Auburn Sts.
Over 20 health care and service providers Plus ……………Free Blood Pressure screenings Dental screenings
Eye glass check ups Entertainment Moonwalk
Fire Dept Demonstrations Basketball 3 on 3
Field games for kids Raffles
Lawrence Police Command Center
Lots of Food, Fun and Information for everyone …For more information call the LMCC offices at 978-975-8793
On Saturday, May 1, 2004 theRepublican National ConventionCongressional Caucuses met in each of the10 Massachusetts Congressional Districts.Each district elected 3 delegates and 3alternate delegates for President George W.Bush at the Republican NationalConvention.
The convention will be held August 30to September 2, 2004 at Madison SquareGarden in New York City. The 5*Congressional District Caucus was held atthe Lawrence British Club, 80 CambridgeStreet, Lawrence, MA.
The caucus was open to any personsregistered as a Republican as of February11, 2004. Registration began promptly at9:00 AM and the caucus began at 10:00 AM.Approximately 285 voters were inattendance, the largest caucus turnout in theCommonwealth of Massachusetts.
Competition was tight among 8nominees for delegate and 11 nominees foralternate delegate. The winners are asfollows.
Horizons for Homeless Children isseeking fun-loving, dependable people tointeract, play, and develop relationshipswith children living in family homelessshelters and domestic violence shelters inNortheastern Massachusetts. Acommitment of 2 hours a week (which isone shift a week) is required for at least 6months. Day and evening hours areavailable during the week. Trainings areheld regularly and the next one isscheduled from 6-9 pm on May 26 & 27.For more information about the program,or to register for training, please visitwww.horizonsforhomelesschildren.org orcall Naomi Aitken at 978-557-2182.
It is a fantastic experience thatbenefits everyone involved. Thanks!
Lawrence RepublicanCity Committee
DelegateMichael J. Sullivan, Mayor of Lawrence
DelegateWilliam Ryan, Haverhill City Council VP
DelegateAngel Connell, Westford
Alternate DelegateDot Early, Haverhill
Alternate DelegateSothy C. Chau, Lowell
Alternate DelegateStephen Thong, Lowell
The following represents the results ofthe recent Lawrence Republican CityCommittee elections. All listed will serve afour-year term.Chairman David A. CamassoSecretary Miguel E. LópezTreasurer Susan LaplanteChairperson Ward A Perry DeBenedettoChairperson Ward B Miguel E. LópezChairperson Ward C José GerónimoChairperson Ward D Steven FournierChairperson Ward E Eleanor B. FulgioneChairperson Ward F Susan Laplante
ESL, Computer and Citizenship ClassesSeton Asian Center
1 Ballard Way, Lawrence, MA 01843 Openings are now available in morning English for Speakers of Other Languages(ESOL), computer and citizenship preparation classes at the Seton Asian Center, 1Ballard Way, Lawrence. Most classes are held for two hours on Mondays. Classesare free and open to all interested adults.
Beginner computer classes held on Friday mornings. Cost $25 for the eight-week session and are open to any interested resident in the area.
Citizenship and computer classes meet from 9AM to 11AM. Preschool classesare available for three to five-year olds of adults enrolled in the morning classes. Formore information, please call the Seton Asian Center at 683-7316.
Do you need help?Parents Helping Parents- Are you feeling frustrated, overwhelmed,anxious, or isolated in your role as a parent or guardian? Parents HelpingParents offers free, confidential and anonymous weekly support groupsfor parents throughout Massachusetts. Share experiences and get supportand encouragement from other parents. Call toll free, 1-800-882-1250,for information about groups in this area.
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Teacher(Preschool & Toddler)
Must be at least 21 years of age. Must posses an OCCS certificate with a minimum of ChildDevelopment Associate credential appropriate to the age of children being served. Must possessan OCCS certificate of teacher qualifications. CDA (Child Development Associate) credentialpreferred. Must have the ability to read, write and express oneself in English/Spanish. Use ofcar/means of transportation required for home visiting. Must hold valid First Aid certificate (CPRalso preferred). 33 to 40 hrs/wk. 41 to 52 weeks/year. Salary range: $11.00 to $17.00/hr.
Assistant Teacher(Preschool & Toddler)
Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have school diploma/GED equivalent. Must have OCCSTeacher certificate for appropriate age group. Fully bilingual (English/Spanish) with ability tospeak, read and write well in both languages. Must have excellent communication, interpersonal,and telephone skills. Must hold valid First Aid/CPR certificate. Some evening meetings/homevisiting required. 32 to 40 hrs/wk, 41 to 52 wks/yr. Salary range: $8.50 to $11.50/hr.
Above positions have excellent benefits package.
Family Advocate/Program AssistantMinimum of high school diploma and two years experience in Human Services field. Collegelevel courses in Human Services preferred. Must be bilingual (English/Spanish) and be able tospeak, read, and write in both languages. Must have use of car/means of transportation andvalid driver’s license. Part time 25 to 30 hours per week.
Application close date: May 16, 2004
Applications/Resumes to:GLCAC, Inc., Human Resources Director305 Essex Street, Lawrence, MA 01840Fax: (978) [email protected]
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All Medicare recipients shouldnow be aware that if they sufferfrom conditions such as arthritis,cardiovascular disease, andrespiratory disorders, and havedifficulty walking or propelling astandard wheelchair, they maybeeligible to receive an electricwheelchair paid for by Medicare.For information on Medicareeligibility contact Gregory at 1-800-810-2877.
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Elders Services of the Merrimack ValleyEmployment Opportunities for Mature Workers
Are you over age 55 and want new skills to get into the job market? Check out thepossibilities at Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley Mature Workers Program. Avariety of jobs at area non-profits and/or town government offices are available.
Career options are explored before the mature worker is matched with employmentwhere orientation and training is provided. Individuals who meet certain incomeguidelines, work 20 hours/week and are paid a minimum wage/hour. A two year servicelimit is required for eachplacement, and program staff work with each mature worker tofind permanent placement or to transfer to another position.
For more information about opportunities for Mature Workers, call Eileen at ElderServices, 1-800-892-0890, X 463.
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Attention MassachusettsWartime era Veterans!
You may qualify for state as well as federal benefits. Ifyou have any questions regarding eligibility call the Cityof Lawrence's Veterans Services Office at (978) 794-5846.
Daniel Lannon, Director
Grupos de apoyo parapadres en Lawrence
¿Es usted un padre o una madre que se siente agobiado(a), aislado(a) oestresado(a)? ¿Le gustaría tener el apoyo y las palabras de aliento de otrospadres? Nuestros grupos son gratis, confidenciales y anónimos. Para saber másacerca de Padres Ayudando a Padres, o para saber más sobre el grupo deLawrence, llame a Elizabeth – 978-794-3949, o visite nuestra página del web:www.parentshelpingparents.org
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By Alberto Surís
Dragons dancing to the rhythms ofdrums, noisy firecrackers and animpressive martial arts demonstrationannounced the opening of C1 BuffetRestaurant located at 73 Winthrop Ave.,at Plaza 114 in Lawrence, managed byowners Rong Hang Zhang and CoraZhang.
“From the dancing dragons to therestaurant’s name, everything inspiresgood luck”, said restaurant co owner CoraZhang. According to Cora, phonetically,“C one” means good business in Chinese.
The Zhang family has beingassociated with restaurants for over 100years since Cora’s Great-grandfatheropened the first restaurant in China.Family members still operate thatrestaurant. In America, her familyoperates restaurants in Rhode Island,Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
“The characteristic of this restaurantis its excellent quality food at veryreasonable prices”, said Cora. “Here, alarge family can eat as much as they desirefor little expense”, she said.
C1 Buffet has two chefs, De YongYou and Tak Fong Yau. The restaurant hascapacity for 250 guests with 20 employeesto take care of the customers, making surefood is always plentiful at the buffet isle.
Opening hours are, Monday toSaturday: 11:00 AM to 10:30 PM andSundays, from 11:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
Por Alberto Surís
Dragones contorsionándose al ritmode tambores, cohetes y una demostraciónde artes marciales anunciaron la aperturadel restaurante C1 Buffet, localizado enel #73 de la Wintrop Avenue, en la Plazade la 114, en Lawrence, operado por suspropietarios Rong Hang Zhang y CoraZhang.
“Desde las danzas de los dragoneshasta el nombre del restaurante, todoindica buena suerte”, dijo Cora Zhang,condueña del restaurante y añadió que,fonéticamente, “C one” significa buennegocio en chino.
La familia Zhang está asociada algiro de restaurantes por más de 100 años.Según Cora, su bisabuelo fundó suprimer restaurante en China y miembrosde su familia aún continúan operándolo.En América, la familia opera restaurantesen Rhode Island, Massachusetts y NewHampshire.
“Este restaurante se caracteriza porsus precios módicos y su excelentecalidad”, declaró Cora. “Aquí unafamilia numerosa puede comer todo loque quiere por muy poco dinero”, dijo.
C1 Buffet cuenta con dos maestroscocineros, De Yong You y Tak Fong Yau;tiene capacidad para sentar 250 personasy un personal de 20 empleados atiende alos clientes y mantienen siempreabundante comida a disposición de ellos.
Las horas del restaurante son: delunes a sábados: de 11:00 AM a 10:30PM y los domingos, de 11:30AM a 10:00PM.
C 1 Buffet abresus puertas
C1 Buffet openits doors
Los dragones saludan a los visitantes.
El Alcalde de Lawrence, Michael J. Sullivan cortando la simbólica cinta quedeja inaugurado el nuevo restaurante, rodeado de Rong Hang Zhang y CoraZhang, sus propietarios y los Maestros Cocineros, De Yong You y Tak FongYau. Además en la foto, entre autoridades de la ciudad que acudieron a lainauguración se encuentran el Jefe de Policía John J. Romero; Sharon M.Birchall, Business Development Officer, Lawrence Firefighters Credit Union;Myles Burke, jefe de despacho del alcalde; Joseph Bevilacqua, presidente dela Cámara de Comercio; Representante William Lantigua (I-Lawrence);Concejales at-Large Marcos Devers, Israel Reyes y Joseph Parolisi; yConcejales Nicholas Kolofoles y Patrick Blanchette, Distritos D y A,respectivamente.
Mayor Michael J. Sullivan cuts the traditional ribbon during theinauguration of the restaurant surrounded by city and elected officials.
Rong Hang Zhangwelcomes MayorMichael J. Sullivanwith a corsage.
Winchell Woo, Grand Master, andmembers of his Shaolin Hung GarMartial Arts Academy, performed forthe guests.
Winchell Woo, Grand Master, y otrosmiembros de su escuela Shaolin HungGar Martial Arts Academy, hicieronuna demostración para los invitados.
The dragons greeting the visitors.
Rong Hang Zhang dala bienvenida alAlcalde Michael J.Sullivan prendiéndoleuna flor en la camisa.
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