The 24 Norman Street Blog is written and privately maintained by resident George Courage. This blog is no longer endorsed or paid for by either Markwood Management, or Harvest Properties and the opinions, observations and recommendations expressed therein are those of the author alone. This blog welcomes constructive comments, opinions and feedback about anything and everything affecting the quality of life in, near and around 24 Norman Street and Salem, Massachusetts.
Showing posts with label Homeless. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Homeless. Show all posts

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

Dumpster Diving




















If you have lived at 24 Norman Street for a while, you will occasionally see homeless people from the local shelter going through the recycling bins looking for recyclable items. Although not condoned, and officially trespassing, Markwood generally overlooks this behavior as long as it is taking place during regular daylight working hours, and the people doing the scavenging don't disturb the peace or leave a mess. 
Dumpster-diving however, is another matter entirely. The dumpsters by definition are containers for garbage and other non-recyclable trash. This trash is often wet, dirty, smelly and frequently, dangerous. Broken glass, wood with nails, sharp pieces of metal, etc. Besides the fact, do you really want someone scavenging through your trash?
This presents serious potential liability for 24 Norman Street.
If you see anyone climbing into, on or around the dumpster, who is not an employee of Northside Carting, or a resident of 24 Norman Street, please call the police immediately.

Friday, November 4, 2011

Help the Homeless This Holiday Season 2011


NORTHSHORE SHELTERS are in need of assistance with everyday toiletries. You can help.

Drop off goods at the:

SALEM POLICE DEPARTMENT
95 MARGIN ST.
SALEM, MA 01970

SAT. NOVEMBER 19th 
9AM-1PM
and
SUN. NOVEMBER 20th 
9AM-1PM

ITEMS NEEDED:
Shampoo
Conditioner
Liquid Soap/Body Lotion
Toothpaste/Toothbrushes/Floss
Hand Sanitizer
Baby Powder/Baby Wipes/Diapers (all sizes)
Deodorant/Body Spay
Tampons/Maxi Pads
Disposable Razors

ORGANIZED BY:
Salem Police Community Impact Unit

AREA SHELTERS:
Lifebridge, The Inn Between, Action, Lynn Shelter Association, River House and HAWC