Bonnie Blankenship, Hedingham’s Hi-Milers President, passed away on Saturday, May 10th, 2008 after suffering a stroke Wednesday. She was only 60.

Bonnie was a great friend, always there to lend a kind hand. She was very involved her community, always wanting to do for others. There will be a hole in Hedingham that only she could fill, with her tender & compassionate ways. Someone so special, can never be forgotten. We ask that you keep her & her family in your prayers as they make their way through this difficult time.

No funeral or memorial services will take place. The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to:

Humane Society of the United States
Dept GAIT04
2100 L Street N.W.
Washington, DC 20037

The sorrow of the faithful
is not that of permanent loss,
but the tender sense of sadness
that comes in saying good-bye for now
to someone we love.
May today’s sorrow give way
to the peace and
comfort of God’s love.

The Monthy HOA Board Meeting will take place on May 14th at 7 PM in the Hedingham Clubhouse on Willow Oak.

Hope to see lots there!

Dear Hedingham Neighborhood Watch Participants, and all residents

This email is to inform you that the Raleigh Police Department FOCUS bus will be parked near the entrance of your community next week. The intent of this measure is to accomplish the following:

* To present a strong police presence as you enter the subdivision.
* To strengthen the relationship between the police department and the community.
* To provide a meeting place to discuss specific issues, ask questions and make comments.
* To endorse and promote the Community Watch Program in your community.

If all goes according to plan, the bus will be in the area from Tuesday, April 22 through Sunday, April 27th. I will be on the bus to meet the residents of your fine community. My hours will vary from approx 8am through 8pm. These plans/hours are subject to change but I will update you if any conflicts arise. I will be in the bus throughout the day but will periodically to handle additional responsibilities assigned to me. If someone stops by and I am away they can call me on my cell phone (919) 427-3932 and I will give them an ETA of when I will return.

Please contact your neighbors immediately and inform them of this information. They can feel free to stop by, ask questions and personally have their concerns listened to. I obtained your email from the Hedingham website. Please feel free to forward this email to all residents of Hedingham !

Thank you for your cooperation and patience,

Officer G.T. Porter
Community Relations Officer
North East District
Raleigh Police Department
4501 Atlantic Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27604
Office: (919) 427-3932