GIVES Celebrates 25th Year Helping Residents to Thrive
Greenbelt GIVES (Greenbelt Intergenerational Volunteer Exchange Service) celebrated its 25th anniversary in June. GIVES is a member organization where volunteers help other members who need a little help while living independently in their own homes. “Unless they need us, they don’t know about us,” said Carol Drees, GIVES president since June 2019. “Two hundred thirty […]
Manifestantes exigen reformas y responsabilidad a la policía
PG Changemakers Coalition lideró una concentración el lunes por la tarde, reuniendo a más de 50 seguidores a pesar de las fuertes lluvias, truenos y relámpagos. Los manifestantes fueron desde el Roosevelt Center a Greenbelt Road, donde se reunieron cerca de la intersección con Southway, cantando y sosteniendo carteles con mensajes que pedían “Aprobar la […]
Protesters Demand Police Reform and Accountability
Prince George’s Changemakers (PGC) Coalition led a rally on Monday afternoon, gathering more than 50 supporters despite heavy rain, thunder and lightning. Marchers proceeded from Roosevelt Center to Greenbelt Road, where they gathered near the intersection with Southway, chanting and holding signs with messages including “Pass Anton’s Law,” “We Deserve Police Accountability” and “Fewer Police, […]
Abogada local representa inmigrantes, solicitantes de asilo
En la frontera entre Estados Unidos y México, la abogada de inmigración Anna Marie Gallagher conoció a una mujer cuya historia le rompió el corazón. “Mi iglesia salvó la vida de una mujer”, dijo Gallagher. La Comunidad Católica de Greenbelt recaudó el dinero para que Gallagher fuera al Centro de Detención de Port Isabel, en […]
Local Attorney Represents Asylum Seekers, Immigrants
Para leer este artículo en español, haga clic aquí. At the U.S.-Mexico border, immigration attorney Anna Marie Gallagher met a woman whose story broke her heart. “My church saved a woman’s life,” Gallagher said. The Catholic Community of Greenbelt raised the money for Gallagher to go to Port Isabel Detention Center, outside Brownsville, Texas. There […]
Peaceful Citywide Protests For Racial Justice/Equality
Greenbelters turned out in significant numbers at various places around town over the weekend to protest violence against people of color. Vigils of unity, solidarity and peace were held at Roosevelt Center, Hanover Parkway, Franklin Park, Greenbelt Community Church and Beltway Plaza, as well as at impromptu neighborhood gatherings including on the Spellman Overpass. As […]
La Guardia Nacional de Maryland honra a una tintorería local
Maria Gutiérrez, residente de Greenbelt y propietaria / fundadora de Wylo Online Dry Cleaning (getwylo.com), fue reconocida por la Guardia Nacional de Maryland por el apoyo que su compañía brindó a los uniformes y la ropa del Batallón 115° de la Policía Militar. Gutiérrez declaró: “Ha sido un verdadero honor servirles durante la pandemia de […]
The Maryland National Guard Honors Greenbelt Drycleaners
Este artículo está disponible en español en nuestra página web www.greenbeltnewsreview.com. Maria Gutierrez, Greenbelt resident and owner/founder of Wylo Online Dry Cleaning (getwylo.com), was recognized by the Maryland National Guard for the support her company provided to the 115th Military Police Battalion. Gutierrez stated, “It’s been a real honor to serve them during the COVID-19 […]
For Students, Some Guidance, Many Challenges, Concerns
School closures due to COVID-19 have brought a number of challenges to Prince George’s County students and their families. Prince George’s County Public Schools Chief Executive Officer Dr. Monica Goldson released information to provide clarity to public school students and their families. Some of these issues concern graduating high school seniors, Advanced Placement and International […]
Students Create Clay Tiles Evoking Eleanor Roosevelt
Two hundred Eleanor Roosevelt High School (ERHS) students are working with Artist in Residence Parran Collery to create stoneware tiles that reflect their dreams for the future. These tiles, once fired and glazed, will be assembled and installed in the stairwell near the school’s main lobby. The completed installation will be three tiles high, running […]