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The people who make it so easy to buy a car…Tracy Chevrolet-Cadillac hires Collins, Dwyer and Lee.

PLYMOUTH, MA…

Buying a car is not an easy process for many people. For starters, it’s a huge financial commitment and nobody wants to make a decision they’ll later regret. That’s why Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac hires sales consultants who not only have superior product knowledge and expertise but also share the dealership’s straightforward, easygoing approach with customers.

Recently, Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac hired three members of its sales force to the title of Senior Sales Consultant: Harry Collins, Steve Dwyer and Gary Lee.

Harry Collins was hired in July as a sales consultant. He holds a bachelor’s of science degree in psychology from UMass-Boston and has more than eight years selling for General Motors dealerships. Collins resides in Abington with his wife Marlo and is active with Metro Boston Alive, a group that raise money to provide Christmas gifts for children.

Steve Dwyer was hired earlier this year as a sales consultant. A Plymouth resident, he has more than 30 years’ experience in sales, with nine years selling at General Motors dealerships.

Gary Lee was hired as finance manager earlier in 2008. He attended UMass Boston and has more than 13 years working for General Motors dealerships. Lee resides in Brockton with his wife Donna and their children Jasmine and Demall.

 “Harry, Steve and Gary possess all the key qualities we look for in our sales professionals. They have the knowledge of the automobiles we sell, which is key, but know how to develop a rapport with customers that puts them at ease, and that’s probably even more important. We’re pleased and proud to have these three individuals on board,” said Jeff Tracy, president of Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac.

So easy at Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac

For more than 80 years and three generations of dealers, the Tracy family has made it so easy for customers on the South Shore and greater Plymouth area to purchase new and used automobiles. Since its beginnings in 1992, Tracy Chevrolet Cadillac has emphasized first-rate customer service and straightforward, bottom-line pricing with fair trade-ins every time–without the games or gimmicks you find at other dealerships. For more information on new and used trucks and automobiles, you can go to www.tracymotors.com or stop by the dealership, conveniently located at 137 Samoset Street, just off exit 6 on Route 3. For more information, or to make a service appointment, you can also call (800) 640-2884.

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Weichert Realtors Empire Associates to hold Holiday Open House Festival at Beechwood Village

Weichert Realtors Empire Associates, a full service construction, remodeling and real estate company that has been catering to the South Shore community for more than seven years, will hold a Holiday Open House Festival on November 21st, 22nd and 23rd from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Beechwood Village in Rockland. This event is open to the public.

Beechwood Village, the top selling active adult (55+) community in Massachusetts, is located at 256 Beech Street.

Visitors will be able to walk through five different homes and network with Beechwood residents in the Recreation Center.

All who attend are encouraged to bring a non-perishable donation for the Food Pantry and place it in the collection box inside the model home. Refreshments will include hot chocolate and hot spiced cider and finger sandwiches.

The Beechwood Difference

Beechwood Village offers a quiet, peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle, yet is convenient to the highway and the center of town, shopping and banking. There are a total of 79 lots and 37 have already been developed or sold in under 2 years. Homes are semi custom built, one and two level homes with nine different styles to choose from. Every home is made of 2×6 construction and is Energy Star Certified. Each home is designed in an open floor plan with cathedral ceilings and has a full walk out basement providing the potential for future build out. Design layout options include a custom kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counters; first floor Master Suites; second and/or third bedrooms; 1.5 to 2.5 baths; additional options include hardwood floors, gas fireplace, 3 season rooms, and custom built game rooms.

Weichert Realtors Empire Associates

Weichert Realtors Empire Associates is one of the nation’s leading providers of homeownership services offering a “one-stop” destination for a full range of real estate products and services.

Weichert Realtors Empire Associates is a member of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The company is headquartered at 26 East Water Street in Rockland, MA 02370. For more information contact 781-878-9964 or visit the website at www.beechwoodvillage.net.

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New Classes at USMMA in Bellingham

USMMA (United States Mixed Martial Arts Training Center) in Bellingham, has recently announced a new class schedule.

USMMA focuses on elevating the physical and spiritual well being of students through Mixed Martial Arts and Yoga. Classes offered include Strength & Conditioning; Brazilian Jiu Jitsu; Thai Boxing; Cardio Thai Boxing; Wrestling; Cardio and Open Mat; Kids Mixed Martial Arts; Pilates; Power Yoga and Deep Flow Yoga.

The new schedule includes these new classes:

· A Fundamentals class will be held from 6:00 – 6:30 p.m. On Monday and Wednesday, Jiu Jitsu is offered, and Tuesday and Thursday, Thai Boxing is offered.

· A Multi-level class will be held from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

· An Advanced class will be held Monday through Friday from 7:30 – 8:30 p.m., with
Thai Boxing and Jiu Jitsu on previously scheduled days.

· A new Power Yoga class will run on Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m.

· A new Power Yoga class will be held on Saturdays at 10:00 a.m.

According to USMMA instructor and owner Tom Hafers, “We have classes to suit everyone and every ability. Our focus is on total body wellness and we strive to help every one of our clients meet their personal fitness goals.”

About USMMA

USMMA’s state of the art, 4,000 square foot training facility is complete with a 2,000 square foot padded MMA training floor equipped with heavy bags and conditioning equipment, a 1,500 square foot yoga studio, locker rooms, showers and a juice bar. USMMA is located at 316 Hartford Avenue in Bellingham. For more information, call 508-966-5006 or visit their website at www.usmma.org.

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Good things come in better packages…Boston Pack and Ship donates boxes and packing supplies to Cape Cod Cares For Our Troops’ holiday care packages.

BRAINTREE, MA and BREWSTER, MA…

As a small load shipping specialist for the two decades, Boston Pack and Ship specializes in safely packing and shipping delicate, fragile items, some with considerable monetary value. In donating 200 boxes and packing supplies to Cape Cod Cares For Our Troops, a non profit dedicated to sending care packages to U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, you could argue the contents of those shipments hold far more value—particularly during the holiday season.

Cape Cod Cares For Our Troops is a non-profit organization started by 15-year-old Dylan DeSilva of Brewster, Mass. Dylan wanted to find a way to honor U.S. Troops for their service and sacrifice to our country. With the help of his family and friends he sends care packages to our Troops in Iraq and Afghanistan on a weekly basis. Boston Pack and Ship’s contribution will go towards Cape Cod Cares For Our Troops’ effort to send 500 care holiday packages to U.S. Troops.

“When we heard Dylan’s story and what he was trying to accomplish with the holiday care packages, it wasn’t a question of would we help, but how much we could help,” said Joe Fell, co-owner of Boston Pack and Ship. “Cape Cod Cares for Our Troops is a wonderful reminder of what the holidays are supposed to be about: giving. When you consider how far away from home the men and women of our armed forces are, it’s an absolutely wonderful gesture.”

On Saturday November 22nd and Sunday November 23rd at the Trowbridge Tavern, 100 Trowbridge Road in Bourne, Cape Cod Cares for Our Troops will hold a Christmas Care Package Party to assemble all 500+ care packages. Those interested contributing to the care packages can find a list of items and drop-off locations on www.capecod4thetroops.com.

The cost of the entire mailing will run around $11,000. If you’d like to make a monetary contribution, please send a check to: Cape Cod Cares for the Troops, 1831 Long Pond Rd.  Brewster, MA  02631.

“We’d like to thank Boston Pack and Ship and all our other sponsors and contributors for their generosity,” said DeSilva. “Three hundred care packages is a mighty ambitious goal, but with the help of all our volunteers and contributors, I am sure we’ll make it.”

For more information on Cape Cod Cares For Our Troops, please visit www.capecod4troops.com. For more information on the breadth of Boston Pack and Ship’s services, you can visit the company Web site at www.bostonpackandship.com. For a free quote on an out-of-state or international move or shipment, please call (800) 400-7204.

Small load specialists

Formerly known as The Packaging Store and now repackaged as Boston Pack and Ship, these small load specialists have been a trusted strategic partner of many movers in eastern Massachusetts for more than two decades. Based in Braintree, Massachusetts, Boston Pack and Ship employs custom crates and packaging and foam-in-place solutions to pack and ship everything from artwork to heirlooms, computers to antiques to both out-of-state and international destinations. Known for its fast and efficient customer service, one call is usually all it takes to schedule a pickup for a door-to-door or door-to-port shipment. For more information, visit www.bostonpackandship.com or call (800) 400-7204 for a free quote.

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Dave Austin of Lift & Care Systems honored with Steven A. Hook Memorial Award at the 22nd Annual Rhode Island Independent Living Conference.

DATELINE:  LAKEVILLE, MA…
Dave Austin, Founder and President of Lift & Care Systems, Inc. in Lakeville, MA was recently honored at the 22nd annual Rhode Island Independent Living Conference in Providence, RI, where he received the Steven A. Hook Memorial Award. The award is presented annually to the person whose professional contributions exemplify Steven Hook’s dedication to individuals with disabilities.

The theme of the conference: Live Your Best Life At Home, Work and Play, could well serve as the motto of Lift & Care Systems, where Austin’s goal is to enable the highest quality of life for persons with disabilities, helping them maintain dignity, freedom, and independence wherever possible.

Almost 16 years ago, when Austin set out to explore the market for SureHands ceiling mounted lifts, what he found was an amazing community of persons with mobility problems who had varying levels of needs. Austin quickly learned that compassion, ingenuity, and a flair for innovative construction techniques were necessary to devise customized solutions for his new clients. Over the years, Lift & Care’s product line has expanded, along with Austin’s first-hand knowledge of the needs, wants, and likes of the people he serves, as well as their families and caregivers.

Austin notes, “What has impressed me most about the families and caregivers that we meet is their optimism and determination to help their loved ones or clients. It’s heartwarming and joyous to see the better side of people and to really make a difference in people’s lives, which is why it’s a very special honor to receive this award.”

Independent living with peer support is the goal of the Independent Living Conference: learning how to live life to the fullest possible extent with a disability. The entire community benefits from accessibility and persons with disabilities demonstrate that when given the opportunity they can and do succeed. The conference is sponsored by PARI Independent Living Center, Office of Rehabilitation Services, OSCIL (Ocean State Center for Independent Living), National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Rhode Island Chapter, Rhode Island Rehabilitation Association, Rhode Island Statewide Independent Living Council, The Corliss Institute, Inc. Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island, and the Rhode Island Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

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.

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Sponsor a Child for the Boys and Girls Club’s Marshfield Polar Express Event

Spread some holiday cheer this season by sponsoring a child for the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield’s Polar Express event which will be held on December 20th. There are a number of families who can’t afford tickets for this magical train ride event who would like to attend.

Tickets for the event are $20 each. Sponsoring a child is easy. Simply visit MarshfieldPolarExpress.com and click on “Become a Polar Express Sponsor” to securely purchase a sponsor ticket online or contact Shawn Costa at the Boys and Girls Club 781-834-2582.

This event is sponsored by 99 Restaurants, Sam’s Club, Tiny & Sons Glass and ACT Smart, Inc. Additional corporate sponsors are needed. There are various sponsorship levels. To become a sponsor, visit marshfieldpolarexpress.com.

About the Marshfield Polar Express

The Polar Express will come to life on the Kingston commuter rail as the train makes its magical round trip journey to the North Pole. Passengers will be able to read along to The Polar Express story with Mrs. Claus and enjoy caroling, hot chocolate and cookies baked by Santa’s elves. Children will be able to meet Santa Claus and write their Christmas wishes on Santa’s scroll. Every child will receive a special gift from Santa, so they may always believe. Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas.

The Polar Express travels from the Kingston commuter rail to the Halifax station and back. Those interested in this special event are encouraged to purchase their Polar Express tickets early for one of the following scheduled rides:

Train Ride #1: 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.

Train Ride #2: 1:30 p.m. to 2:24 p.m.

Train Ride #3: 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Train Ride #4: 7:00 p.m. to 8:10 p.m.

All proceeds from the Polar Express event benefit the non-profit the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield.

Tickets are available online and also at the Boys and Girls Club in Library Plaza. For more information visit MarshfieldPolarExpress.com or call 781-834-CLUB (2582).

The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield’s purpose is to establish a safe haven for recreation, which includes a variety of supervised activities for greater than 4,000 youth (between the ages of 6 to 18 years old) within the town. The Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield has five Core Areas: Character and Leadership; Education and Career; Health, Sport Fitness Recreation and Life Skills; The Arts; and Technology. These Core Areas serve as the foundation for all programming.

As a privately-funded, non-profit organization, the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield relies tremendously on the generous philanthropic support of individuals.  Financial gifts assist in providing the financial strength necessary to continue the club’s mission “to enable and inspire all young people to realize their full potential as productive and responsible citizens, as well as become tomorrow’s capable leaders.”

For more information about the Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield, please contact (781) 834-CLUB (2582) or visit the website at MarshfieldBoysAndGirlsClub.com or write to the club at P.O. Box 311, Marshfield, MA 02050.

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Boosting Immunity – Norwell Spine and Sports Rehabilitation to hold Wellness Workshop

Can certain foods boost or weaken natural defenses? What can I do during the holiday season to avoid getting sick?

Dr. Carol DeFranca and Dr. Scott Chapman, husband and wife chiropractic team of Norwell Spine and Sports Rehabilitation, are hosting a wellness workshop entitled “Boosting Immunity: Saying No to the Cold and Flu Season” on Monday, November 17th from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.

The office’s team of Certified Lifestyle Educators, which includes Kathy Young and Sheri Hoitt, will hold a lively discussion and provide cutting edge health information, healthy recipes and tasty refreshments.

RSVP to Norwell Spine and Sports Rehab at 781-982-5566.

Dr. DeFranca noted, “Good food choices can help you improve your overall health as well as reduce your health risks. We’ll discuss how to strengthen immunity, eat for good health and take nutritional supplements wisely.”

Norwell Chiropractic Spine and Sports Rehab office hours are: Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., for appointments with Dr. Chapman, and Tuesday and Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for appointments with Dr. DeFranca.

For more information, please call Dr. DeFranca or Dr. Chapman at the Norwell practice at (781) 982-5566 or visit their website at www.NorwellSpineandSports.com. Norwell Chiropractic Spine and Sports Rehabilitation is located at 144 Washington Street, Route 53 in Norwell, MA.

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Robert Skurka joins Bristol County Savings Bank as a Vice President of Commercial Lending.

Bristol County Savings Bank recently announced the appointment of Robert Skurka as a Vice President of Commercial Lending, based out of the bank’s Pawtucket, RI office. Bristol County Savings Bank is a $1.1 billion mutual savings bank founded in 1846 and headquartered in Taunton, MA, with 10 offices in Eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

In his new position at Bristol County Savings Bank, Skurka will serve the banking and financing needs of businesses in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. Skurka has over 25 years of commercial lending and real estate lending experience and was previously a Senior Vice President and Relationship Manager at Webster Bank and Director of Business Banking at First Federal Savings Bank of America (FIRSTFED).

A graduate of the University of Rhode Island with a B.A. in Economics, Skurka received his MBA in Management from Bryant University. Skurka is also a Retired Captain of the U.S. Army Reserve, where he served as Finance and Personnel Officer in the 443rd Civil Affairs Company in Warwick, RI.

In addition, Skurka, is a member of the Turnaround Management Association and Past President and Board Member of the Risk Management Association.

Skurka, a native of Coventry, RI, currently resides in Seekonk, MA.

Bristol County Savings Bank
Bristol County Savings Bank is a full service financial institution offering commercial lending, personal and business banking, and mortgage services. The key words at Bristol County Savings Bank are: “Commitment, Stability, and Community,” values that are combined with state-of-the-art technology to meet the needs of its customers. A dedicated local community bank for over
160 years, Bristol County Savings Bank is actively involved in giving back to all the communities it serves both through financial support and the volunteerism of its people.

Founded in 1846, Bristol County Savings has $1.1 billion in assets, with 244 employees in Southeastern MA and RI. The Bank has 10 full service banking offices located in: Taunton, MA (2); Raynham, MA (2); Rehoboth, MA; Attleboro, MA; North Attleborough, MA; Franklin, MA; Dartmouth, MA; and Pawtucket, RI; two loan production offices located in Taunton and Fall River, MA; and two Educational Branch Offices located at Taunton High School and Attleboro High School.

The Main Office and Corporate headquarters of Bristol County Savings Bank are located on Broadway in Taunton, MA. For additional information please call 508-824-6626, or visit www.bristolcountysavings.com.

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J.P. Licks Announces New Gift Baskets for Kids and Adults

J.P. Licks, the beloved ice cream shop with eight locations in and around Boston, has added a new line to their offerings – festive gift baskets and gift bags packed with all sorts of goodies. Geared towards children and adults, J.P. Licks gift baskets and bags make the season of gift-giving a real treat.

The handsome gift baskets and bags can be customized to recipients. Items that may be tucked into a basket or bag and given to an adult include: fresh roasted whole or ground coffee beans, mugs, travel cups, a J.P. Licks T-shirt and/or hat and gift card. For a child’s gift basket or bag, a cool nylon cinch pack, hat or T-shirt, travel cup, gift card or other items may be selected.

The gift baskets and bags come in a variety of price points ranging from $10 to $100.

Black Friday Bonanza

Shopping on Black Friday? Stop by J.P. Licks on Friday, November 28th (the day after Thanksgiving) and enter the Black Friday contest for a chance to win a Holiday Gift Basket.

The contest winner will be drawn on Monday, December 8, 2008.

Thanksgiving Cakes & Pies

J.P. Licks has ultra rich Pumpkin Pies and Carrot Cakes available for purchase throughout November. These items must be pre-ordered. Their rich, homemade ice creams for November include: Wild Turkey Bourbon ice cream, French Vanilla*; Peanut Butter Oreo; El Diablo (a spicy chocolate); Pumpkin Cheesecake*; Vermont Maple lowfat yogurt; Cranberry Orange Sorbet; Pumpkin Lactose Free* and Lime Sherbet. * Items contain eggs.

J.P. Licks Holiday Blend coffee will be available through November and December. It is a syrupy, smooth blend, with strong spice notes and very warming for the holidays.

Visit jplicks.com for all locations.

Best of Boston and Beyond

For more than 25 years, J.P. Licks has been serving homemade ice cream and other specialties in their eight Kosher-certified shops in and around Boston. Locally owned and operated, J.P. Licks has won many awards over the years for their intensely-flavored homemade ice cream and frozen yogurt. Most recently, J.P. Licks was named “Best of Boston” and “Best Location – Jamaica Plain” by Boston Magazine and also made WBZ’s “A-List” for the second year in a row. Known for their high quality, scrumptious treats and their knack for “treating people right”, J.P. Licks was named Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce’s “Small Business of the Year”.

In addition to their frozen creations, J.P. Licks roasts their own fair trade and organic coffee beans on-site at their Jamaica Plain store, which ensures the best and the freshest, full-bodied cup of coffee around. Decadent hand-packed ice cream cakes as well as breakfast & ice cream sundae catering are also available.

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