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  Dear residents of Admiral Heights:I don't usually refer people to my former employer, The Capital, but the city police request your thoughts on the sentencing.August 4th, 2008 MondayNEIGHBORHOOD WATCH POLICE REPORTSPECIAL ATTENTION ADMIRAL HEIGHTS RESIDENTS:Carlester Sellman, the serial burglar who stalked your community in early 2007 was sentenced to ten years on August 1st. Here is a link to the Capital Newspaper*s story on the sentencing:http://www.hometownannapolis.com/cgi-bin/read/2008/08_02-03/TOP...

 One of my previous blogs asked for suggestions on transportation in the Annapolis area - I mentioned a shuttle to run us around in the Parole area, and also an elevated system on West Street - no one wants to lose the popular Poplar Trail in Germantown area, I'm sure - so do you have any ideas?  I absolutely hate West Street going from four lanes to two, especially during rush hours and we are backed up almost past Wendy's - though my sympathies are with the Homewood residents who don't want fast...

You might run into some visitors this coming week - so smile and welcome them - they will be writing about us down the road and it will mean dollars into our economy.It will mean a lot especially when some businesses like Merritt are closing down (I've heard that Northwoods is joining the belated as well).Travel writers convene in Annapolis The fifth annual Media Marketplace, held by MATPRA (Mid-Atlantic Tourism Public Relations Alliance), is set for Aug. 4-7 at The Westin Annapolis hotel....

Today*s Crime Prevention Tip from the Annapolis City PoliceCar Navigation Systems are popular items for thieves. We reported yesterday that at least one thief scopes out his potential targets during the day and returns at night to do his work. Two things may help with prevention 1.) Remove the GPS from plain sight when parking your car, and 2. As always, be vigilant for and report any suspicious persons. One of our employees had his stolen from his car while he was here at work - broken window -...

I would be remiss if I didn't mention two very IMPORTANT events happening this week which are a lot of fun and involve food! So here's some quick announcements.1. You can get your tickets at the gate for the 63rd annual Annapolis Rotary Crab Feast this Friday, Aug. 1, from 5 to 8 p.m. The city's biggest summer event and the best darn crab feast in the world, I kid you not, benefits local charities and non-profits. Tickets at the gate are $65 each.It's best to arrive early at the Navy-Marine Corps...

I'm a bit astonished that several people are disappointed that the Admiral Heights Improvement Association is hosting a crab soup cook-off on Saturday, Sept. 6, at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.For the record, a group of good-hearted people saw a need for the cookoff after the Maryland Seafood Festival held annually at Sandy Point State Park was cancelled. It happened because the economy ain't so good, so to speak.The Annapolis and Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce is unhappy that the association...

Dear Readers:Thought you might like to know the latest about a conservation project in the area. There's information near the bottom of the article with facts on the South River Greenway project. The photo is of a woodduck birdhouse.National Foundation Helps Generations Protect Land in South River GreenwayWhen Jennifer Troy’s father, Colby Rucker, helped form a land protection group 20 years ago with his friend Jan Hollmann, he may not have realized that his passion for land stewardship would continue...

Looking for an activity for your children (up to age 24 months)? The Annapolis Public Library is offering Babies in Bloom, where parents and caregivers bring the babies for a fun-filled 30 minutes of stories, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays, all to stimulate early infant development.Then you can hang around for a lively and informative discussion of issues and concerns related to caring for newborn to 5-year-old children. The presentations are hosted by Tot's Line, a county information and referral...

Ladies and gentlemen, I'm sharing an email from the Annapolis Police Department which is seeking your help - can you share the good stories with your friends? I know about propaganda - having been in journalism for 25 years - but I also wrote about the more positive happenings in the community. I'm going to provide the police with an outlet here to inform you of good stuff - you can decide its value. Here's the latest from Hal Dalton at the Annapolis Police Department."Lately, it seems the officers...

Think you could build 100 houses? Arundel Habitat for Humanity did, putting one foot in front of another until the nonprofit has climbed what might seem like an impossible mountain. On Aug. 9 the organization celebrates this accomplishment. Following here is a heart-warming story of a woman who will be enjoying a new abode with the help of volunteers.On August 9th Lorraine Williams will receive a Bible, her certificate of ownership, and the keys to her new house at 204 Clay Street in Annapolis. It...