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KrisCan visits Eric Toensmeier in his Holyoke, Massachusetts home garden that was transformed from a bleakly barren backyard into a thriving oasis of year-round, productive perennial fruits and vegetables. Eric talks about how waste heat from factories and power plants can be utilized for greenhouse gardening; urban food security and self-reliance in the face of diminishing petroleum supplies; edible forest gardens and how they mimic the patterns and designs of ecosystems to create productive perennial polycultures.

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Just one to show that 0bama and his propaganda is a failure!!!!

STONEHAM, MASSACHUSETTS…

Supporting the blood supply is a community-wide responsibility. That’s why DirectBuy is teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive on Wednesday, July 22, 2009.

The American Red Cross blood bus will be at DirectBuy of Boston North’s 100A Fallon Road location in Stoneham between the hours of 2pm and 8 pm. Walk-ins are welcome. However, due to limited space in the Donor Center, the Red Cross encourages donors to make an appointment by calling 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or logging on to www.givelife.org.

As an added incentive for donors to make an appointment in advance, all presenting donors will receive a coupon for a free carton of Friendly’s Ice Cream. A scheduled appointment is required to receive the coupon.

“A safe and sufficient blood supply must be on the shelves when patients need it most, and the only source of blood is a generous blood donor,” says Donna M. Morrissey, Director of Public Relations and Corporate Affairs, American Red Cross - Northeast Division. “The American Red Cross is appreciative of DirectBuy for its support of our life-saving mission.”

The need for blood is constant. Every day, the Northeast Division must collect 2,000 units of blood just to meet the basic needs of patients across New England. The difference a donor can make in the life of a patient is something that cannot be overstated.

Blood can be used for patients undergoing many surgical procedures, organ transplants, trauma and chemotherapy. For some patients, such as the victim of an automobile accident, the need for blood is sudden. For others, ongoing transfusions are needed to sustain lifesaving medical treatment.

“As a member of the Stoneham business community, we’re happy to host this blood drive,” said Carl Krawczyk, managing partner of DirectBuy of Boston North.  “We urge our members and residents of the greater Stoneham area to come out and donate. Your donation could save up to three lives.”

Charitable endeavors are nothing new for DirectBuy. DirectBuy locations across Canada and the United States are active contributors to many local non-profits and charities, including the Boys & Girls Clubs, Salvation Army, YMCAs, Homes for Our Troops and Children’s Hospitals.

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, and accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from the manufacturer. Conveniently located at 100A Fallon Road in Stoneham, Massachusetts, just north of the City of Boston, DirectBuy offers members a comfortable setting, where they finally have the financial control of buying direct.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, you can call 781-279-4433 or visit http://www.directbuycares.com.

About the American Red Cross

The American Red Cross has been a primary supplier of lifesaving blood products in the United States for more than 50 years. The American Red Cross Blood Services — Northeast Division supplies a wide range of blood components, plasma derivatives, and transfusion services to over 200 hospitals and other medical facilities throughout Maine, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Connecticut. It serves the blood needs of more than 9 million residents and many thousand more who travel to New England for care at many of the nation’s top medical centers.

*In the state of Maine and Massachusetts, persons who are 16 years of age are eligible to donate blood with parental consent.

About DirectBuy

For more than 38 years, DirectBuy has been showing thousands of consumers unparalleled ways to save as they shop for virtually everything for in and around their homes – from furniture, carpet and flooring, and custom window treatments, to kitchen and bath cabinets and fixtures, appliances and much, much more.  DirectBuy enables members to purchase products from several hundred manufacturers at more than 160 showrooms across North America.  To learn more about DirectBuy, visit www.directbuy.com or www.directbuycares.com.

Joe D’eramo

I’m assuming NO but in this state (TAXACHUSETTS) you can never be too sure! Also are there any states that charge a sales tax on homes?

I don’t know anywhere that buying a house requires paying sales tax—wow! what a concept!

What is the averge amount of heating oil used to heat a single family home in Massachusetts? The house was bulit in 1930.

Is 50 gallons per week about right?

that is a lot of oil i think your are a little over

http://www.StarRealtyNH.com - Located just 26 miles west of Boston, the town of Hopkinton was incorporated in 1715 and today is home to approx. 15,000 residents.  Served by the Mass Pike, I-495 routes 85 & 135, this desirable community reknowned for it’s high performing schools and outdoor recreational amenities, is nicely situated for commuters in many directions.  

The end unit at 2 Forest Lane is amongst the nicest and most private in the complex.  It offers a 1-car attached garage and 3 levels of living space.
The kitchen is contemporary and efficient with white cabinetry, built-in island, granite countertops, black appliance package (gas range, microwave, dishwasher and refrigerator) and large pantry.  The sun-drenched breakfast nook is delightful.

Main living area consists of dining room and living room adorned with columns, crown molding, and hardwood flooring. Enjoy cozy evenings with a simple flip of a switch to ignite the gas fireplace.  In warmer weather, enjoy the privacy of your deck.

The master suite is bright and spacious thanks to the vaulted ceiling and bump out sitting area with windows all around.  This light is even brought into the 5-piece master bath thanks to a glass door with sidelights. 

Secondary bedroom offers partial vaulted ceiling with skylight, it’s own walk-in closet and direct access to the newly & beautifully refinished bath.  Washer and dryer, included in the sale, are located here with bi-fold door access.

The lower level, finished with durable tile flooring, offers a separate office with walk-in closet as well as a media room for the movie watchers and gamers in your life.  There’s also space here for exercise equipment and, between the built-in shelving, large closet and two storage areas, lots of places to store your belongings.

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ABINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS…

The Gables Condominiums, a luxury condominium development located at 200 Hampton Way in Abington, recently announced the availability of 100 percent financing for qualifying active and inactive U.S. veterans, National Guardsmen and reservists.

“We owe the people who serve and protect this country from harm a debt of gratitude that goes beyond just saying ‘thank you’. This special offer does that by giving a veteran who qualifies the opportunity to buy a beautiful condominium with no money down and no mortgage insurance payments—an opportunity you can’t find anywhere right now,” said Bisher Hashem, president of the Gables Development Corporation.

To be eligible, you must be either an active or inactive member of the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard or a reservist. If you are inactive, you must have your DD214 certificate signifying an honorable discharge. All applicants are also subject to credit scores and income qualifications. The Gables mortgage consultant can qualify applicants over the phone.

Located off North Quincy Street in Abington, The Gables Condominiums include 220 total units. The development is also next to Ames Nowell State Park, which contains 430 acres of lush park woodlands.  

“This is a great opportunity for these veterans who have the income to afford a reasonable monthly mortgage payment, but may not have the savings to afford a conventional 10 to 20 percent down payment typically required by traditional lenders,” continued Hashem. 

For more information on VA financing at The Gables Condominiums, please contact The Gables sales consultant at 800-500-0992. To find out more about The Gables, visit www.TheGables.net.

About the Gables

Residents of these luxury condominiums also enjoy a unique opportunity to live in harmony with nature.  The Gables Condominiums abut Ames Nowell State Park, which contains 430 acres of park woodlands. This green buffer offers a wide variety of activities to appeal to all ages for fun, relaxation, stress relief, experiencing nature and exercise. The Gables is close in proximity to all amenities such as public transportation yet nestled away to allow its residents to enjoy the tranquility this neighborhood has to offer.  

The Gables offers gracious living at affordable pricing – units start at $269,900.  Each unit offers generous design and floor plan options, quality name brand products and materials. Each unit abounds with luxurious features including: whirlpool tub, fireplace, tile flooring in bathrooms and kitchen, central air conditioning and much more. Several upgrades are offered which allow even more opportunity to customize units to satisfy individual tastes.

The Gables offers a variety of floor plans and unit types ranging from town homes to garden units, and many properties include basements and garages.  The Gables offers more than just condominium living, it provides a quiet, safe and comfortable lifestyle for years to come.

Residents at The Gables include an eclectic mix of empty nesters, young families, singles and seniors.

This community is entirely aligned with growing requests for a greener daily life.  The designers of The Gables, wanting to reduce the overall impact to the environment, considered many features and benefits for energy efficiency.  Every one of the windows and doors are energy efficient products.  The properly-sized 90% efficient systems will often cut energy bills and reduce its lifecycle costs because of its greatly reduced operating costs such as repairs.

The use of well water to maintain the lush landscaping and other natural features instead of municipal resources is another important characteristic.  The designer also minimizes wastewater by using ultra low-flush toilets and lastly installed high-efficiency lighting systems and task lighting reduces general energy use of the entire site. Some benefits, such as improving comfort, reducing pollution and waste are not easily quantified but will change the way residents live for years to come.

Many people today are looking for a greener lifestyle in their next home, to live somewhere that promotes the economic health and well being of family, the community and the environment. From energy efficient lighting to water conservation, The Gables is a spectacular model for greener living on the South Shore.

Set on 41 naturally-wooded acres off North Quincy Street in Abington, on 200 Hampton Way, directions from the North and South can be found at www.thegables.net/location.html.

Steve Dubin
http://www.articlesbase.com/business-articles/the-gables-condominiums-in-abington-offers-100-financing-for-qualifying-veterans-698360.html

DATELINE:  LAKEVILLE, MA…
Keeping up with the latest technology is an ongoing challenge. For Dave Austin, Founder and President of Lift & Care Systems in Lakeville, MA, keeping up with the latest technology is an ongoing mission to better serve the diverse needs of persons with disabilities.

Lift & Care Systems’ introduction of the newly redesigned Bruno Electra-Ride Elite stair lift enhances that goal by continuing to break barriers for persons with restricted mobility. Many times the aesthetics of home mobility devices seem to be overlooked. The latest model of the Bruno Electra-Ride Elite stair lift reverses that trend with superior aesthetics that range from streamlined, ultra-compact design and performance, to a choice of seven different types of upholstery.

Notes Austin “Many people who experience restricted mobility actually use only a portion of their home, or even consider moving out of their home, because of the obstacle that stairs present. Understandably, they are sometimes reluctant to consider adding what they think will be a clunky unsightly stair lift that will detract from the beauty and comfort of their home. This new model will certainly change that perception.”

Style, comfort, and safety have been integrated in the redesign of the Bruno Electra-Ride Elite stair lift. Enhancements include an improved clamping and rail design for remarkable stability utilizing a rail that hides all mechanical components and ensures that installation will not require modification to the staircase. The vertical, straight rail installs to within 6 inches of the wall so that family members and guests will have no problem using the stairs. The use of two wireless call/send controls also eliminates the need for wires along the wall.

A new, offset swivel seat, makes entry and exit safe and easy, even for wheelchair users. The lift has a 400 lb. weight capacity with a generous seat size that adjusts from 17.75 inches to 21.75 inches between the flip up armrests. The footrest and carriage safety sensors also safely stop the lift if even the slightest obstacle is in the way.

Ongoing performance has also been improved with audio and visual coded-diagnostics that save time when maintenance or service is needed. Two 12-volt batteries, continuously powered from any household outlet, ensure dependable performance, even during power outages.

In addition to the redesigned Bruno Electra-Ride Elite stair lift, Lift & Care Systems offers a range of stair lifts made by Bruno Independent Living Aids, North America’s leading manufacturer of stair lifts, including customized curved rail stair lifts and stair lifts specifically designed for outdoor use, as well as straight rail systems.

SureHands Lift Systems
The SureHands system of ceiling mounted lifts enables thousands of users with disabilities to have easier access to the basics of bed, bath, or toilet. It is also amazingly able to assist persons with disabilities with everyday tasks such as changing clothes, standing and ambulating, or even taking a swim or mounting a horse.

SureHands patient lift systems are so remarkable that they have been featured on two episodes of ABC-TV’s “Extreme Makeover:  Home Edition.” During these episodes a SureHands lift & care system was installed to help make a home ADA compliant and enable the resident to transfer and accomplish his normal activities for daily living. This multi-directional SureHands system was mounted to the ceiling connecting the bedroom to the bath, allowing the resident greater mobility, free of floor based obstacles.

Lift & Care Systems, Inc.
Lift & Care Systems, Inc. is dedicated to bringing the highest quality of life to users and their caregivers by providing customized solutions that enhance users’ mobility. To achieve this goal, Lift & Care Systems offers a myriad of products, including: ceiling mounted motors and track lift systems, wall-to-wall lift systems, wheelchair-to-water pool lifts, and mobile lifts, as well as lift accessories such as body supports, a variety of slings in multiple styles, and a number of assisted body positioning tools such as frictionless slides and slide boards.

In addition, Lift & Care features curved or straight rail Bruno Stair Lifts for indoor or outdoor use, rust proof aluminum National Ramp systems, Power Access door openers, and a wide array of other solutions to meet the needs of their clients and caregivers.

Their products are used in private residential homes; semi-professional settings, such as group homes and day programs; and professional institutions, including nursing homes, hospitals and schools. Lift & Care Systems is the exclusive distributor of the patented SureHands patient lift systems in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut.

Lift & Care Systems, Inc. is located at 7 Precinct Street in Lakeville, MA 02347. For additional information, or to arrange for a free personal consultation, please call 508-947-3304, e-mail liftcareinfo@tmlp.net, or visit www.liftandcaresystems.com.

Steve Dubin
http://www.articlesbase.com/small-business-articles/lift-care-systems-breaks-barriers-with-introduction-of-bruno-electraride-elite-stair-lift-for-persons-with-restricted-mobility-672552.html

http://www.TheSobranGroup.com - Oh Jerusalem! Oh the opportunity! Maybe you've always wanted water views, or the South Shore's most prestigious address. Maybe you're an automobile afficianado, and need a 4 car garage. You're definitely savvy enough to see true value in a home listed for $300k less than assessed. Whatever the reasons, this opportunity merits your attention.

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