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Kim Leto’s teen murderer faces 45 years in jail BY GIANNA DECARLO EDITOR@BALTIMOREGUIDE.COM

Alonzo Gorham-Ramos, the 16-year-old who plead guilty to the January 2014 murder of Highlandtown resident Kim Leto, is facing 45 years behind bars. Last October, the Baltimore City Circuit Court determined that Gorham-Ramos was to be tried as an adult, despite the defense saying that his brain was not developed enough to be charged as an adult. Judge Philip Jackson said that the heinousness of such a crime outweighed the suspect’s age. According to the State’s Attorney Office, the state had attempted to get a sentence of 60 years to life. This was later reduced. GorhamRamos was charged on seven counts including 1st and 2nd deg ee r murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and having a dangerous weapon with intent to injure. Gorham-Ramos will be officially sentenced on January 26, 2016. “It is so unfortunate that this woman senselessly lost her life at the hands of a CONTINUED ON PAGE 17

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On the heels of Governor Larry Hogan’s announcement of a 30-year contract for the Port of Baltimore, Senator Barbara Mikulski introduced a bill to the House of Representatives that would increase spending for Maryland’s waterways. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2016 would allot $59 million to maintaining the Port of Baltimore and other state waterways while creating private sector jobs. “These public investments in Maryland’s waterways create and sustain private sector jobs. This federal investment in the lives and livelihoods of those who depend on clean and open waterways will keep businesses open and keep Marylanders working. The Corps’ dredging of the Port of Baltimore keeps our economy rolling. The Port means jobs, from the dock workers who unload the ships to the manufacturers who rely on cargo transported by the ships. It’s also crucial in preparing us for the bigger ships that will soon be sailing through the widened Panama Canal. These investments make our country safer and Maryland’s economy stronger,” said Mikulski. The bill will put aside $18.925 million for annual maintenance dredging of the Port of Baltimore shipping channels. The 50-foot deep channels will make the Port of Baltimore one of the only East Coast ports that can support the transportation of super container ships. The 175-mile canal will go up through the Chesapeake Bay from the Virginia Capes. Another $325,000 will go towards removing trash and debris from the shipping channels. $26.5 million will go towards using that dredged materials to stabilize the shoreline and create wildlife habitats on Poplar Island as part of a restoration and development program for the island off the coast of Annapolis.

Mikulski said the Port of Baltimore creates over 14,000 direct jobs within the private sector. She called the port a “major economic engine for America and Maryland” that improves the local economy. “These jobs generate $3 billion in salaries for hardworking Marylanders and their families and $304 million in state and local taxes. Among U.S. ports, Baltimore is the largest for international automobiles and receives the top rank for handling light trucks, farm and construction machinery, and imported forest products, sugar, aluminum, and gypsum,” states a press release from Mikulski. $250,000 will also be given to the Chesapeake Bay Comprehensive Plan which is working to develop a plan for the restoration and conservation of the entire Chesapeake watershed. Another $1 million will be given to the Chesapeake Bay Oyster Restoration program. The program will use the money to create oyster-friendly habitats to increase oyster populations in the Chesapeake Bay. The House of Representatives is currently considering the proposal. The Senate will get the bill by the end of the year. Other funding in The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2016 includes money for improving the U.S. Coast Guard Yard at Curtis Bay and widening and modernizing marine access ways to Fort Meade. “These federal funds will ensure that the Coast Guard can continue to do the work that is so crucial to America’s homeland security and the economic security of Maryland,” said Mikulski. Earlier this month, Governor Hogan secured a 30-year contract with the global shipping company Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics to operate in the Port of Baltimore. Hogan said this deal will generate over 13,000 jobs and $3 billion in personal wages.

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Report claim under-reported sewage overflow is contaminating Harbor EDITOR@BALTIMOREGUIDE.COM

If you’ve been near the Harbor waterfront in the past few weeks, you’ve probably noticed that it doesn’t exactly smell like peppermint and freshly-baked cookies. A report by the Environmental Integrity Project believes that the stink is due to gallons of sewage being dumped into the water. The report states that over 5 years, approximately 330 million gallons of sewage have flowed into the Jones Falls, which funnels directly into the Inner Harbor. The 100-year-old sewage system was designed so that overflow goes into the nearest water source. Since then, there have been calls to stop this practice. Of the 62 overflow valves, 60 have been shut off. The remaining two are responsible for the Jones Falls contamination which is only made worse during periods of heavy rain. The overflow, a mixture of raw sewage and stormwater, is environmentally disastrous, as well as dangerous, according to the report. “The Inner Harbor generates over $2 billion a year in tourism and business activity, but untreated human waste, with its odors and Call me today to hear about these optional features: New Car Replacement, Accident Forgiveness and Deductible Rewards.

pathogens, continues to drag down the harbor’s potential,” states the report. “The levels of fecal bacteria in the Inner Harbor – where adults kayak and children and their parents play in dragon boats – exceed safe levels for limited water contact recreation at least 35 percent of the time.” It goes on to say that the bacteria Enterococcus, which can be the cause of a variety of infections, has increased to over 400 times the safe level in the Harbor. Within the report is testimony from Ed Bouwer, an expert on water quality at Johns Hopkins University and Chair of the Department of Geography and Environmental Engineering. Bouwer believes that warning signs should be put in place near the Harbor to alert residents of health threats. “I’ve seen kayakers on the water, and they have no idea. It would certainly be prudent to do that [for the city to raise health warning signs] because then people would be able to avoid direct contact with the water,” said Bouwer. There is a call for transparency and increased public notification, he said, since many people aren’t aware of what’s in the

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Email events to calendar@baltimore guide.com. Deadline: noon on the Friday before publication. Wednesday, December 23 Customer Appreciation Party: 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Smaltimore, 2522 Fait Ave. Enjoy snacks and drink specials. Part of every purchase will go towards the St. Francis Neighborhood Center. Thursday, December 24 Christmas Eve Open House & Happy Hour: 4-9 p.m. Knotty Pine, 801 S. Conkling St. Enjoy free hors d’oeuvres and drink specials throughout the night. Christmas Eve Celebration: 6 p.m. Breath of God Lutheran Church, 141 S. Clinton St. Gather with your neighbors to celebrate and worship together before Christmas. Sing songs and enjoy snacks at the fellowship time at 6 p.m. Worship session begins at 7 p.m. Buena Casa, Buena Brasa: Todos los jueves. Canciones, rimas, cuentos, y juegos, para los niños (0-3 años) y los padres o cuidadores. 11 a.m. at the Southeast Anchor Branch, Enoch Pratt Library, 3601 Eastern Ave. Info: 410396-1580. Friday, December 25 Family Bird Watching Walks: 8 a.m. Presented by the Audubon Center. Meets by fountain in Patterson Park. Free, and all ages

and abilities are welcome. Tiny Tots in Patterson Park: 10:30-11:30 a.m., meets at picnic tables on the northeastern shore of the Boat Lake. $5 donation is suggested per child. Presented by the Audubon Center. Info: 410-558-2473. Saturday, December 26 Kerplunk! Family Art Drop-In: An all ages events where children are encouraged to explore the art exhibit and delve into their own creativity with help from the art supplies around the building. Saturday, 12-3 p.m., at the Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. FREE. Info: www.creativealliance.org/events/2015/ kerplunk-free-family-art-drop Wednesday, December 30 Greater Greektown Neighborhood Association Meeting: 7 p.m., Mora Crossman Rec Center, 701 S. Rappolla St. Mother Goose Baby Steps: Mondays, 11 a.m. An interactive nursery rhyme program with music and movement. For children up to 36 months of age with their caregivers. Southeast Anchor Branch, Enoch Pratt Library, 3601 Eastern Ave. Info: 410-396-1580. Community Notebook Resolution 5K Run: January 1, 2-6 p.m. at the north side of Patterson Park. Get 2016 started on the right foot with this 5K that will

raise money for Earl’s Place. Info: www. unitedministries-earlsplace.org/Events.htm Wise Avenue Christmas Train Garden: November 28 through January 3, Wise Avenue Volunteer Fire Company, 214 Wise Ave. Open every day except for Christmas. Children 7 and under get in free. Info: 443-841-9692. 3rd Annual Baltimore Crankie Festival: January 8-10. Creative Alliance, 3134 Eastern Ave. A one-of-a-event with a long list of musicians playing old-time music and shows featuring cranked scroll puppets. Sunday Advent Mass Reading: Wednesdays, November 24-December 16 at 8 a.m. St. Casimir Parish, 2736 O’Donnell St. Discuss the message of Sunday in the church with your community. Material and refreshments will be available. Info: 443-682-8257. Parents and Teachers Together: United Evangelical Church, 3200 Dillon Street. Preschool program for children ages 2-4 and their parents. Info: 410-995-0118. Volunteer With Audubon: Time to spare? Audubon would love your help making environmental education programs in Patterson Park successful. Please contact Kate Creamer, volunteer coordinator, 410558-BIRD.

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2015

Chak-ing business comes to Conkling BY GIANNA DECARLO

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The Baltimore Guide’s former office gets its chakras realigned with an opening of a new holistic healing center. When the Baltimore Guide relocated, we knew we would be leaving our former Highlandtown home at 526 S. Conkling St. in good hands. The location, which has housed the Guide for close to a century, will be given new life with the opening of PURE Integrated Health Services Foundation, a non-profit that promotes holistic healing and naturally integrated health plans. They will also offer specialized programs for children and those in the public sector, like police officers and firefighters. “Holistic healing addresses all parts of the individual, mind/body/spirit, not just the physical aspect of a person where manifested illnesses are most apparent. Holistic healing is not intended to serve as a band-aid or a onetime fix. It is an ongoing journey of discovery in search of more answers and ultimately living better, being healthier, and striving for wholeness,” said Terry Fisher, PURE’s founder. PURE will offer a variety of therapies, such as acupuncture, reflexology, infrared saunas for detoxification, and crystal healing. PURE will also host meditation groups and grief coaching as well as a variety of workshops. Fisher is certified in the arts of Reiki and Quantum-Touch which are systems of breathing exercises that she said realigns one’s energies, reduces stress and anxiety and boosts energy levels. PURE’s ‘A Child’s Way’ program was created for teenagers who will learn how to manage the onslaught of emotions and frustrations they feel as they go through puberty. Fisher employs breathing techniques, physical movements like yoga, and meditation, to ease the stress of children during such a stressful time. “A person who embraces the desire to find wholeness within his own being soon learns the importance of tending to relationships, caring for the planet and our environments, having compassion for humankind in general, and accepting and tolerating differences among a diverse population of people,” she said. Fisher had gotten involved in holistic healing after being diagnosed with Diabetes II. She began juicing and removed refined

PURE offers healing methods like yoga, aromatherapy, and crystal healing. | Photos courtesy of PURE sugar and starch from her diet and soon saw how her overall health improved. Her father lived for years after a cancer diagnosis by changing his diet and maintaining an optimistic attitude, she said. “Physical pain many times is a secondary condition, not the primary root of the problem. Physical illnesses are the symptoms of a greater imbalance that may or may not have a root cause in the physical, it could be nutrition or emotional. The holistic healer recognizes that our discomforts or pains are merely symptoms of an imbalance. The imbalance could be a physical issue, the result of abusing the physical body through an unhealthy diet, lack of exercise, or too little sleep. Or, ones energy imbalance may be the result of mental, emotional, or spiritual needs not being met. No aspect (mind, body, spirit, or emotions) of a person is overlooked when an holistic approach is sought,” said Fisher. Fisher began her healing path by opening her first location in Fell’s Point at 1724 Aliceanna St. in 2012, an endeavor that she called a “leap of faith.” She said she has watched hundreds of her customers come in

lethargic and overwhelmed and then left rejuvenated and repaired. She tells the story of one of her patients, a woman in her 60s with severe arthritis. After crystal treatments and a reflexology program, the woman no longer has to use a cane, can walk more freely, and has even joined a bowling league. “Your body will heal itself if you provide it the opportunity to heal. Holistic healing is a journey and one must be willing to may changes and have the desire to heal,” she said. Fisher added that in order for the treatments to be successful, you must make significant lifestyle change and stick to the program. There isn’t a quick and easy fix. The move to Highlandtown will give PURE the extra space they need for their extended programming and the expanding number of customers. “We meditated, prayed for a great space to make a difference in a community, for those wanting to make changes in their life,” she said. Fisher is hopeful that PURE will be open by the start of the new year.

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“Now having my horizons opened to energy healing with love and light, I know that I can still help without being a medical doctor. Thanks to these wonderful ancient healing arts, I have the privilege to do what I’ve always loved to do; help others and also myself by bringing the love and light to all who want to receive it.” For more information on PURE and a complete list of their services, visit www. pihservices.org.

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2015

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Holiday Plants Mistletoe, Holly, Poinsettias, and Lilies are all considered toxic if ingested. Mistletoe causes cardiovascular problems, shock, GI upset, and possible death. Holly can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Poinsettias cause GI upset and lilies can cause kidney failure in cats. Holiday Candles Don’t leave lit candles unattended. Make sure they are secure and on a stable surface to prevent pets from knocking them over and causing a fire. New Year’s Eve Safety: Wear them out! Try to play and wear out your pets prior to festivities. It could help them sleep through loud celebrations like fireworks. Safe space! Keep your pets in a quiet and familiar place to reduce the stress from noisy celebrations. Fireworks! Make sure your pet has an ID tag on or if your pet is microchipped, make sure it is registered. Pets can bolt and hide while trying to escape from the loud sound of fireworks. Party Pets! Make sure that alcohol, festive foods, and decorations are out of reach. Alcohol and certain foods are extremely toxic. Make sure all decorations are out of reach. Alcohol and certain foods are extremely toxic. Decorations, if eaten, can cause an obstruction in your pet’s GI tract.

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SHOOTING Linwood Ave., 600 block, December 17 at 5:50 p.m. Officers responded from the Eastern District to a walk-in at Johns Hopkins, a 29-year-old African-American male, who was suffering from a gunshot to the right arm. The victim said that the suspect approached him and said “You know what time it is. Kick it out.” The suspect demanded money and when the victim said he didn’t have any, the suspect discharged the gun. The victim ran and the suspect discharged the gun two more times. ROBBERY E. Fayette St., 2000 block, December 14 at 3:20 a.m. The victim states that he was walking when he was approached by three unknown African-American males who assaulted him and knocked him to the ground. The suspects took his wallet, money, and iPhone. N. Lakewood Ave., 100 block, December 15 at 7:17 p.m. Victim was Dilone Grocery and Restaurant. The suspect, an African-American male in his 20s with a tattoo under his eye, came into the store with a long-barrelled handgun. He told the clerk “Give me all the money you got.” The victim handed him money from the register. E. Pratt St., 1600 block, December 17 at 11:27 p.m. Victim was Rumba Bar. The victim said the suspects, two African-American males, entered the location wearing bandanas over their faces. Suspect #1 displayed a knife. Both then jumped over the counter and Suspect #1 grabbed a cash box and Suspect #2 grabbed the register and then they both fled. E. Fayette St., 2900 block, December 17 at 8 a.m. The victim said he was waiting for his school bus when the suspects, three African-American males between 17-21 years old, approached him. Suspect #1 displayed a knife and pushed the victim. The other suspects began to hit him. Suspect #1 took his headphones and bus pass. The victim ran until he saw a patrol car and the suspects fled. BURGLARY Portugal St., 2000 block, December 10 between 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Victim was Vericrest Company. An unknown person entered the unlocked rear basement door and took a washer and dryer. Eden St., unit block, December 14 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. An unknown person entered the rear unlocked window and took the keys to a 2004 Lexus with the MD tag 9AP4887. The

suspect located the vehicle and drove off in it. McElderry St., 3300 block, December 14 between 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. An unknown person entered the location through an unlocked front door and took a PlayStation. S. Ponca St., 700 block, December 12 between 5:30 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. An unknown suspect entered the front door of the location through unknown means and took a purse, wallet, and gift card before fleeing through the door. Orleans St., 2700 block, December 15 at 8 a.m. The victim was sitting in his living room when he heard a noise in the kitchen. Upon investigating, he saw a Caucasian male pushing in the window. He yelled and the suspect fled. E. Fairmount Ave., 2700 block, December 15 between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. An unknown suspect climbed up the second-floor balcony of the location and broke the glass door. The house was ransacked and three laptops, an XBox 360, and an iPad were taken. Eastern Ave., 1800 block, between December 15 at 8 p.m. and December 16 at 10 a.m. Victim was Hispa Good Mart. An unknown suspect broke the glass to the front door and took money from the register. N. Monford St., unit block, December 15 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. An unknown suspect entered the location through the bedroom door, took a 40 inch TV, and fled. E. Fairmount Ave., 1800 block, December 17 between 2 a.m. and 5:40 a.m. An unknown suspect entered the location through an unlocked rear window and took a T.V. cable box. N. Bradford St., 100 block, December 17 at 2:32 p.m. An officer responded to a burglary at the location and saw a suspect with a knife tampering with the deadbolt of the front door. The suspect was then arrested. S. Decker St., unit block, December 17. An unknown suspect cut the front window screen in an attempt to gain entry. No entry was gained. E. Baltimore St., 3000 block, December 17 between 1:24 and 2:07 a.m. Victim was Tiquana Tacos. A recording from inside the store shows the suspect gaining entry by removing the window air conditioning unit with a shovel. The suspect took money from the register and a laptop. The suspect is shown wearing a black ski mask over his face. CONTINUED ON PAGE 17

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N. Curley St., 600 block, December 17 between 6:15 a.m. and 8 p.m. An unknown person forced opened the rear window, gained entry, and took a T.V. and then fled through the rear door. S. Glover St., 600 block, December 17 between 3 a.m. and 9 a.m. While the victim was sleeping, the suspect forced open the front window, gained entry, and took two purses. Fait Ave., 5100 block, December 17 at 2:25 a.m. The victim stated that he was sleeping when he was woken up by a noise downstairs. The victim noticed his rear window open and a laptop and T.V. missing. He went outside and found his 2012 Toyota Yaris with the MD tag 5BB0631 missing. LARCENY FROM AUTO N. Luzerne Ave., 500 block, December 16 between 1:15 a.m. and 2 a.m. An unknown suspect went into the unlocked vehicle and took money and gold earrings. S. Broadway, 600 block, December 17 between 12:56 and 1:45 a.m. The side window of the vehicle was smashed out and a bag and tablet were taken. S. Bouldin St., 100 block, December 17 at 5:45 a.m. The victim stated that she observed the suspect inside her unlocked car so she sounded the alarm and the suspect fled with a pair of sunglasses.

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misguided child. I pray her family, friends, and the community feel some sense of peace knowing this perpetrator is being held accountable,” said State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby in a statement about the case. Leto, 51, was a bartender at O’Donnell’s Pub and was well-known and loved by the community. Her murder had devastated the neighborhood who was shocked that such a violent crime could happen in their backyards. She was found dead in her home on the 500 block of S. Ellwood Ave. on the morning of January 31, 2014. According to police reports, she suffered significant trauma due to multiple stab wounds to her upper torso and back. The police determined that Gorham-Ramos and an accomplice, 16-year-old Allen Pinkney, had stabbed Leto during a failed robbery attempt. Gorham-Ramos pleaded guilty to killing Leto after being shown photographs of his bloody shoe prints at the scene of the crime that the police had produced. DNA testing had also revealed the victim’s blood on the pants of Gorham-Ramos. The documents of the case state that both Pinkney and Gorham-Ramos gave “detailed statements with intimate knowledge of the crime scene to include the location of the

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victim’s body and the property stolen from the residence.” According to the suspects, they placed a pillow over Leto’s head when she woke up. After stabbing Leto 11 times with a kitchen knife, they picked up some items from the location and fled. Leto’s boyfriend later found her unresponsive in a pool of blood after hearing a man’s voice downstairs. In the summer of 2013, Gorham-Ramos had been arrested for a burglary at the same location. Allegedly, Leto awoke that evening to find Gorham-Ramos in her home stealing electronics. His fingerprints were found at the scene. Video footage from a nearby grocery store showed Pickney and Gorham-Ramos using a CoinStar machine with money from Leto’s home. “Our homicide detectives worked tirelessly from the start to find those responsible and bring them to justice. There is a loss of life and two lives thrown away. It is unacceptable to see family after family ripped apart by such petty behavior. This is a heartbreaking tragedy on so many levels.” said former Police Commissioner Anthony Batts when the news of the murder first came out. Pickney’s sentencing trial is scheduled for February 2. We will cover the case as more information becomes available.

16-year-old Alonzo Gorham-Ramos pleaded guilty to the 2014 murder of Highlandtown resident, Kim Leto. He is facing 45 years in jail. His sentencing is next month. | Photo courtesy of the Baltimore Police Department.

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An owner who will be willing to pay money for said first baseman. A quality left-handed starter. A quality left-handed starter who has the ability to last longer than 5 innings. A quality left-handed starter who is NOT Scott Kazmir. A true front-line ace whether by trade or Chris Tillman regaining his 2014 form. Kevin Gausman realizing his potential for an entire season. At least one of the young prospects performing well enough to make the team and contribute (I’m looking at you Dylan Bundy). Can you please have Hyun-soo Kim produce for us like he did in Korea? Not to be greedy, but could you bring back Nick Markakis? No? Okay fine, but could they get at least get another quality outfielder? Just in case, can The Orioles get another quality starting pitcher? Okay, that’s my list for now. It’s not asking too much. Don’t forget how The Orioles have been kind and letting other teams win the World Series for over 30 years. Thanks again Santa! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! Sincerely, Andy Mindzak

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410-288-6700 BALTIMORE BA8557188 This is a lovely porch front home with 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, new roof, newer skylight, parking pad in the rear. Beautiful hardwood floors this home is a must see.

BALTIMORE BC8695780 Reduced 40k for quick sale. Great opportunity to own a waterfront home on a protected cove, t-shaped pier. Fenced yard, private driveway leads to garage. Close to schools, shopping and 695. Sold as-is. Move in ready, bring all reasonable offers, motivated sellers, owner is alt. agent. BALTIMORE CITY BA8763610 Great starter home for an up and coming family. Priced to sell, close to schools, shopping and 95.

SENECA HARBOR BC9005959 This is a must see property! Close to shopping, main streets, and schools. The fifth room can be a den or special purpose room. The property has an attached garage, spacious basement and off street parking. You don’t want to miss this opportunity. Sellers are motivated. EASTFIELD BC9509826 JUST REDUCED 3 bedroom 1 1/2 bath well maintained property. Pending bank approval.

DUNDALK BC9529499 Pending bank approval.

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MIDDLE RIVER BC8614063 This is a must see!!!!!!! Three bedrooms two full baths. Master bed and bath. If you need closet space there is plenty. Close to main streets, plenty of shopping, restaurants and a drive in movie. This is contingent upon owner finding another house but she is motivated and will move quickly.

MAPLECREST BC8615963 Lovely maintained 3 bedroom 1.5 bath home in Middle River Close to school , shopping and beltway. Off Street Parking covered porches. This home is a must see.

BALTIMORE BC8683055 Large 3 BR freshly painted end of group townhome with fully fenced yard with patio. Home features wall to wall carpet, central air, large living room, seperate dining room. Floored attic with pull down staires. Large family room in basement.

GLENHURST BC8749824 Lovely 2 bedroom rancher in water-oriented community. 2 bedroom, 2 full bath house with huge yard. Stainless steel refrigerator and stove. Off-street parking. This is a must see!

HOMELAND BC8763593 Completely remodeled 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with stainless steal appliances. Huge yard.

BALTIMORE CITY BA8763570 Great starter home for an up and coming family. Priced to sell, close to schools, shopping and 95.

VILLAGE OF MILL RUN BC8771664 Charming 2 BR, 2 BA rental. Can be fully furnished or vacant depending on renter. Spacious condo with bedrooms located on opposite ends and full baths next to each. Gated community w/parking! Locked entrance with elevator! Perfect for someone who doesn’t want steps. Available immediately !

HATHAWAY BC8771998 Lovely 3 BR, 2 full BA rancher with eat in kitchen & formal dining room. Finished lower level has fireplace, bar and walk out patio. Beautiful hardwood on main level of the house. This home is a must see. Home is sold AS-IS. Furnace and A/C was replaced in 9/15.

GRACELAND PARK BC8768464 Lovely 3 BR, 2 BA completely remodeled. Basement waterproofed with warranty, new sump pump, blinds, carpet and C/A. Wood burning fireplace in LR, hardwood in bedrooms, large yard w/shed. This home has it all. Ready for all your entertaining needs. Close to schools, shopping and highways. This is a must see.

BALTIMORE BA9506285 Perfect opportunity to buy a great house at a great price !! Freshly painted and waiting for your finishing touches! Price to sell make your appointment today!

HIGHLANDTOWN BA9518793 2 BR, 1 1/2 BA renovated townhome in the heart of Highlandtown! Den, new carpet, freshly painted, new windows, new roof, new bath, marble steps, stained glass transom window. Back yard is concrete and can easily be turned into driveway. Close to Patterson Park, John Hopkins Bayview, shopping and transportation.

SEVERNA PARK AA9534423 3 bedroom, 3 full bath, split foyer with wrap-around deck. Home has new roof, all new hardwood, new ceramic tile, new kitchen and 3 new baths. Shed on huge corner lot. This is a must

PIGTOWN BA9506572 Great investor opportunity. Property sold as is and as is addendum required.

BALTIMORE CITY BA9523188 Traditional floor plan, updated kitchen & appliances, central air, ample living & dining room, original FP mantels & wood floors, 2nd floor offers BA & BR, 3rd floor has 2 BRs. Located moments from shopping & transportation.**Inspections welcome for info purposes only. Sold “as is”.

DUNDALK BC9508984 This 3 bedroom 1.5 bath townhome has been completely remodeled with new carpet new kitchen and new bath. This is a must see.

FULLERTON BC9525661 Lovely brick traditional home, slate roof, 3 BR, den or extra br in LL, 2 full BA. Almost 1/4 acre lot w/landscaped garden. Attchd garage, rear patio. Most appliance incl., w/w carpet, hrdwd flooring. Very nice enclosed front porch.You’ll love the landscaping especially in rear. Real wood fireplace. Window treatments all stay.

DUNDALK BC8670759 Would be next door to ChoiceOne Urgent Care facility. Up and coming shopping center with more new additions to come. The unit is currently waiting for your design. Get in now while the building is being renovated or renovate yourself once a lease is signed. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to rent in a fabulous space!

JACKSONVILLE BC8670785 Lease a space connected to Choice One Urgent Care. Perfect place for a office building! Close to shoppiong and major roads.

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