Dayhoff Westminster

Dayhoff Westminster
www.kevindayhoff.city Address: PO Box 124, Westminster MD 21158 410-259-6403 kevindayhoff@gmail.com

Saturday, November 28, 2015

Westminster firefighters are putting the finishing touches on the Tower 3 for the Miracle on Main St.

Thursday, November 26, 2015

Update - Home damaged in early morning Westminster fire, no one injured




November 25, 2015 S. Wayne Carter Jr. Carroll County Times

More than 50 firefighters from 10 companies in four counties were needed to get an early Wednesday morning fire under control in Westminster.

No injuries were reported, and it's unclear if anyone was home at the time of the blaze, according to an emailed report from Westminster Vol. Fire Company spokesman Kevin Dayhoff…


The Office of the State Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of the fire, which appears to have originated in the carport of the one-story, single family home in the 500 block of Old Baltimore Road off Malcolm Drive, according to Dayhoff. The fire quickly spread to the adjacent house and a nearby vehicle and equipment trailer.

Firefighters received the call around 1:33 a.m., were on the scene by 1:37 a.m. and had the fire under control within an hour, according to Dayhoff.

About 50 firefighters from Westminster, Reese, Pleasant Valley, Gamber, Hampstead and Sykesville companies were dispatched in addition to firefighters from Reisterstown and Glyndon in Baltimore County, a unit from York County and an air support unit from Howard County, according to Dayhoff.

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Please be fire-safe out there for the holidays. As we were wrapping-up operations from the Old Baltimore Road fire, many of us exchanged our goodbyes and “Happy Holidays,” and in the dry dark humor of firefighters, many folks remarked how much it is a drag to see each other in the middle of the night.

After-all, face it, when we see each other in the middle of the night it is often as a result of a fire, traffic accident, illness or family tragedy. One firefighter told the truth, “Oh this is the season when we will see a lot of each other.” Sadly it is true. Although more research is needed, it always seems that fires and accidents increase in number during the holiday season. Be safe out there.

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Update: 3:25 p.m., Nov. 25, 2015

No injuries were reported. There were “two individuals at home when the fire started,” according to DSFM Bruce D. Bouch, director of public education and media affairs with the Office of the State Fire Marshal.

According to a recent release by the fire marshal’s office, the cause of the fire was “Accidental due to ashes being placed in a plastic bag and put next to the shed.”

“During the winter months and the holiday season, it is especially important to dispose of all fireplace, cooking grill and wood stove ashes safely in a fireproof container away from the house and certainly away from anything combustible. Pour some water on the ashes – be fire safe to protect your property and your family,” said Dayhoff

“It is important to note that the folks who were home at the time of this fire got out safely because they had a working smoke alarm and the alarm alerted them that there was a fire... Take this opportunity to check your smoke alarm before friends and family visit for the holidays,” said Dayhoff

Firefighters and first responders see a little too much of each other during the holiday season. The fire marshal’s office and the Westminster fire department take this opportunity to remind you to not have first responders over to your house this holiday season as uninvited guests.

“Although we are very friendly, this time of the year, we are way too serious to attend your holiday get-together in the event of a fire. Ensure your guests are aware of all available exits if a fire would occur… The leading cause of fires in the kitchen is unattended cooking. Stay in the kitchen when you are cooking on the stovetop so you can keep an eye on the food. And if you are going to be careless, have extra food available in case 50 firefighters need to stop by in the middle of the night to come tromping through your house. Happy holidays from your local Carroll County fire department of the fire marshal’s office.

Westminster fire department chaplain and public information officer Kevin E. Dayhoff

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See also - Kevin Earl Dayhoff Art www.kevindayhoff.com: Travel, art, artists, authors, books, newspapers, media, writers and writing, journalists and journalism, reporters and reporting, music, culture, opera... Ad maiorem Dei gloriam inque hominum salutem. “Deadline U.S.A.” 1952. Ed Hutcheson: “That's the press, baby. The press! And there's nothing you can do about it. Nothing!” - See more at: http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/#sthash.4HNLwtfd.dpuf
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Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Conservative Mauricio Macri wins Argentina's presidential election promising economic reform Nov. 22, 2015

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Sunday, November 22, 2015

Our turkey cooked by Grammy, Caroline and me for the Grace Lutheran Church soup kitchen is ready to be carved.

Our turkey cooked by Grammy, Caroline and me for the Grace Lutheran Church soup kitchen is ready to be carved. It smells great.

Grammy Evelyn Babylon, Caroline and I are cooking a turkey for the church soup kitchen.

Grace Lutheran Church council president Ron Fairchild leads us in worship Sunday morning in the pastors’ study class

Grace Lutheran Church council president Ron Fairchild leads us in worship Sunday morning in the pastors' study class.

Several church council members had the pleasure of speaking at the new members class at Grace Lutheran Church.

Several church council members had the pleasure of speaking at the new members class at Grace Lutheran Church.

Good morning from Grace Lutheran Church.

Good morning from Grace Lutheran Church. We welcome you to worship with us this morning and enjoy the awesome organ music played by Ted Dix. Just saying.

Saturday, November 21, 2015

Carroll County Times: Retired Federal Employees Association holds meeting.

Carroll County Times: Retired Federal Employees Association holds meeting. 
“Chapter vice president (Judge) Charles Harrison discussed the legislative activities at the state level by the organization’s legislative committee.” 



Happy Thanksgiving from Grace Lutheran Church 21 Carroll Street, Westminster, MD www.gracelc.org

Happy Thanksgiving from Grace Lutheran Church 21 Carroll Street, Westminster, MD www.gracelc.org



Caroline and Evelyn Babylon and I are having dinner at Uncle Matty's Eatery in New Windsor

Caroline and Evelyn Babylon and I are having dinner at Uncle Matty's Eatery in New Windsor - www.unclemattyseatery.com. Our awesome server is Caitie. Our first course is cream of crab soup. For our our main course we are having pesto crab crostini, and gyros.


Thursday, November 19, 2015

Carroll County NAACP treasurer Charles Collyer presents a report at our monthly meeting

Carroll County NAACP treasurer Charles Collyer presents a report at our monthly meeting while Pam Zappardino and Kim Jones look on.

Lt. John Shippee served for 22 years in the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department; he died unexpectedly on Sunday, November 15, 2015

Lt. John Shippee served for 22 years in the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department; he died unexpectedly on Sunday, November 15, 2015

Nov. 19, 2015


John H. Shippee Jr. Born: Mon., Mar. 7, 1960 Died: Sun., Nov. 15, 2015

Visitation: 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM, Thu., Nov. 19, 2015 Location: Frizzellburg Bible Church

Memorial Service: 3:30 PM Thu., Nov. 19, 2015 Location: Frizzellburg Bible Church

John Halsey Shippee Jr., 55, of Taneytown, MD died unexpectedly on Sunday, November 15, 2015 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, MD.  Born March 7, 1960 in Patterson, NJ, he was the son of Frances (Madonna) Cole of Taneytown, formerly of Patterson, NJ, and the late John H. Shippee Sr.  He was the husband of Melanie Shippee, they were together for 18 years.

            John was a Lieutenant with the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department, where he served for 22 years.  He was a member of Frizzellburg Bible Church, and Carroll County F.O.P. Lodge 20 in Westminster.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, being outdoors, riding his Harley, and watching Dallas Cowboys football.  More than anything, he loved spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.

            Surviving in addition to his wife and mother are son, Jesse Shippee of Taneytown; daughters, Alee Guthrie and husband Derek of Taneytown, Shelby Teehee and husband Ben of Mercersburg, PA, and Erin Shippee of Hanover, PA; brother, Kenneth Shippee and wife Kathy of Mt. Savage, MD; sister, Patricia Fontanna of Glen Burnie; grandchildren, Peyton Thomas and Ryleigh Teehee; several nieces and nephews; and his two Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, Banxs and Sage.

            A memorial service to celebrate John’s life will be held at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, November 19, 2015 at Frizzellburg Bible Church, 1905 Frizzellburg Rd, Westminster, MD, 21158, with Pastor Andrew Reisberg officiating.  Interment will be private.  The family will receive friends from 2:30 until the time of the service at the church.  Arrangements have been entrusted to MYERS-DURBORAW FUNERAL HOME in Taneytown, MD.  

Memorial contributions may be made to Carroll County F.O.P. Lodge 20, 359 Manchester Rd., Westminster, MD, 21157; Chesapeake Bay Retriever Relief and Rescue, Inc., c/o C. Baughman, Treasurer, P.O. Box 2187, Poquoson, VA, 23662; or to the Frizzellburg Bible Church at the above address.


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Baltimore Sun Carroll Eagle: 
Tumblr: Kevin Dayhoff Banana Stems www.kevindayhoff.tumblr.com/
Kevin Dayhoff is an artist - and a columnist for:
Smurfs: http://babylonfluckjudd.blogspot.com/
Google profile: https://profiles.google.com/kevindayhoff/

E-mail: kevindayhoff(at)gmail.com

My http://www.explorecarroll.com/ columns appear in the copy of the Baltimore Sunday Sun that is distributed in Carroll County: https://subscribe.baltsun.com/Circulation/


See also - Kevin Earl Dayhoff Art www.kevindayhoff.com: Travel, art, artists, authors, books, newspapers, media, writers and writing, journalists and journalism, reporters and reporting, music, culture, opera... Ad maiorem Dei gloriam inque hominum salutem. “Deadline U.S.A.” 1952. Ed Hutcheson: “That's the press, baby. The press! And there's nothing you can do about it. Nothing!” - See more at: http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/#sthash.4HNLwtfd.dpuf
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Monday, November 16, 2015

Fundraiser for Carroll Lutheran School at Panera Bread Monday, November 16, 2015 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.



Fundraiser for Carroll Lutheran School at Panera Bread

Monday, November 16, 2015 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.


200 Clifton Blvd, Westminster, Maryland 21157

Join us for dinner with a sandwich, soup or salad! Or enjoy freshly baked breads, bagels and pastries from the bakery, and Panera will give a percentage of your receipt. Phone-In and Carry-out orders welcome. Flyer is attached.


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Baltimore Sun Carroll Eagle: 
Tumblr: Kevin Dayhoff Banana Stems www.kevindayhoff.tumblr.com/
Kevin Dayhoff is an artist - and a columnist for:
Smurfs: http://babylonfluckjudd.blogspot.com/
Google profile: https://profiles.google.com/kevindayhoff/

E-mail: kevindayhoff(at)gmail.com

My http://www.explorecarroll.com/ columns appear in the copy of the Baltimore Sunday Sun that is distributed in Carroll County: https://subscribe.baltsun.com/Circulation/


See also - Kevin Earl Dayhoff Art www.kevindayhoff.com: Travel, art, artists, authors, books, newspapers, media, writers and writing, journalists and journalism, reporters and reporting, music, culture, opera... Ad maiorem Dei gloriam inque hominum salutem. “Deadline U.S.A.” 1952. Ed Hutcheson: “That's the press, baby. The press! And there's nothing you can do about it. Nothing!” - See more at: http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/#sthash.4HNLwtfd.dpuf
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