TTC_04_08_20_Vol.16-No.24

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April 8, 2020
Community Announcements
Community Announcements, from page 2
skills to transition to mainstream society,” says Christine Ogilvie, Director
of Women Services for Link House, Inc.
Local business sponsors include Amesbury Furniture Outlet, Amesbury
Rotary Club, Bob's Furniture, Cardi's, Gardener Mattress, Institution
for Savings, Lowe's, NAID Foundation, Newburyport Bank and
Provident Bank. For more information, call contact Ogilvie at 978-462-
2595 x 305 or cogilvie@linkhouseinc.org.
KATHRYN OʼBRIEN, M.Ed.
RE/MAX Partners
978-465-1322
Make lemonade!
Most of us remember the saying “If life gives you lemons, make lemonade.”
We are all living under circumstances that we never anticipated. The most
important part of this is to stay safe. And make the choice to self-quarantine.
As a Realtor my most important mission is the health and well-being of my clients.
To that end I will not be showing any property to anyone during this crisis.
Our lives are too important.
SELLERS
You can still use this time to get ready for Selling.
What is the most important thing you can do to prepare for selling?
Declutter.
Never mind staging. Decluttering is most important to show your home in its
best light, and only you can achieve this. This will save you valuable time when
homes will be available to sell. With the pent-up demand from Buyers, you do
not want to waste time decluttering later. You want to be ready to go.
Town of Newbury
PLUM ISLAND PARKING RESTRICTIONS
All private parking lots on Plum Island are closed. Newbury will strictly
enforce its “Permit Parking Only” restrictions on all public ways on
Plum Island in Newbury. Aggressive enforcement of the Permit Parking
Only bylaw will result in violators being ticketed and towed. The City of
Newburyport closed its public beach parking.
SOCIAL DISTANCING: Officials encourage residents to exercise
proper Social Distancing practices. People should remain at least six (6)
feet away from each other to reduce the likelihood of exposure among
people. Stay away from social gatherings or groups especially if you are
over 60, if you have underlying health conditions, a weakened immune
system or are pregnant. As COVID-19 is extremely contagious, it is
possible for people to spread the virus without exhibiting symptoms.
Frequent hand washing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds is
also encouraged. Absent soap and water, an alcohol- based hand-sanitizer
with 60-95% alcohol. Avoid touching your face if possible. Also,
frequently clean commonly touched hard surfaces (such as phones, keyboards,
door knobs, light switches, bathroom and kitchen faucet handles,
toilet handles).
Avoid sharing items such as pens, phones, drinks, eating utensils, etc.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve when coughing
or sneezing.
TOWN OFFICES: Town Offices remain closed to the public and
Town Office Employees are working remotely when possible. Residents
should plan to conduct Town business via email, telephone or online.
The Town of Newbury webpage is www.townofnewbury.org
CULTURE AND RECREATION: The Town Library remains closed
as well as all Town recreation fields and parks.
EMERGENCY SERVICES: Fire, EMS and police personnel may arrive
on scene wearing Personal Protective Equipment. If possible, callers
for emergency service should advise the dispatcher if anyone in the
residence has been required to self-quarantine or is exhibiting flu-like
symptoms. You may be asked to meet the first responders outside your
home (if possible).
Officials ask that residents DO NOT dial 9-1-1 for questions or
concerns about COVID-19. Residents who are feeling ill with flu-like
symptoms should contact their primary care physician first before calling
for emergency services.
BUYERS
If you are thinking of BUYING after the crisis has passed, I will provide daily
updates of new listings. Use this time to get pre-approved by a lender. This
document will make your offer a stronger offer to the Sellers.
I am available by phone 978-465-1322
or email kathrynobrien@comcast.net
to answer any of your questions.
Stay safe and be kind to each other.
Kathryn sells all over the North Shore and specializes in...
New Beginnings, Happy Ending and Smooth Transactions