Hallowell Posted February 26, 2007 Author Share Posted February 26, 2007 It's 9 hours later and it's still burning, they tore down the front of the building to try to get to the hot spots. But there is some good news, the kitty that we all thought got lost escaped from the building and was found wandering around outside. So there was no sloss of life what so ever, thank goodness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minis On The Edge Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Wonderful!! No lives lost!!! I am so hapy the cat was found!! Greg, I am gonna move this over to the Chit Chat area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakyshaky Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I am so happy the kitty was found. I am also glad you guys are safe! I will keep your town in my prayers as the fire continues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterfieldzoo Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Thank goodness no one was hurt. Any speculation on what will go there now? Rebuild or maybe a beautiful park? Fire has always been a big fear of mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brenb Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Greg, I am terribly sorry to hear your news. What a tragic loss, I hope no one was hurt in the fire. Sending Prayers and Hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marlene Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 The most important of all is that no lives were lost. A building is replaceable for the most part, however a life is not. Best wishes to all those who lost anything or everything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missymew Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Greg - I've only just logged on. I'm so sorry. I'm glad everybody (and the kitty) managed to escape unharmed. But, this is still such a tragedy. -Susanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lisa_F Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Oh Greg I'm so sorry to hear about the fire that has devastated your neighborhood. I'm thankful that you your home was spared and that no lives were lost in the fire. My thoughts will be with you & the families that lost their homes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MiniMadWoman Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Greg, I'm so sorry for the loss in your community of a place that you all cared so much about. I'm grateful no one was hurt and that the kitty was found safe. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Russ, Sapphi and your community tonight . . . keep well!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shy Spirit Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I'm so glad that the little kitty was found alive and safe after all. The owners must be so relieved - it will help comfort them and distract them from their other losses. How are you holding up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lumberjacksgurl Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Greg I am s glad to hear you and Russ and the home you have made together are safe. Loss is difficult...even loss of property. Luckily no one has been injured and what a blessing that seems to be. Try to get some rest this evening, and tell your friends and neighbors ther are many people thinking of them at this difficult time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newt Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Dear Greg, Russ and Sapphi, how are you all? i am so very sorry to hear about the fire. what a terrifying day you all have had! it is such a relief to know that your family and home are safe, and no lives were lost. your volunteer firefighters did really fine work - all respect and gratitude are due them. but still ... what a sad time for your community. our hearts go out to you all. sending bearhugs and megahugs to our brothers and sweet Sapphi, cj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuttiwebgal Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 its so hard to see local landmarks go and in such a horrible way. but no loss of life is the crucial thing. buildings and lives can be rebuilt. so glad you and yours are safe and while you try to lend a helping hand remember you are not much good to anyone if you fall apart for lack of sleep and food. so take care of yourselves! thinking of you. nutti :lol: ps when Belle Starr's resturaunt burnt here in our home town it burnt for almost 12 hours that good ole Carthage Marble kept the coals nice and hot. they just dont make them like they used to do they! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heidiiiii Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I am sorry Greg. I just read an article about it online. It is hard when a staple of your lives is gone in an instant. Hopefully with alot of prayers answered they will rebuild. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wenlaine Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Greg, I've just read this posting and I want to also say I'm so glad that you and Russ and your Sapphi and the townspeople are all safe. My heart goes out to the one's who have lost their possessions. What a terrible thing to have happen to a town's landmark. Also, thank you Jen, for sending us the link to the news article. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeninky Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 I am sorry to hear that this has happened!! I do hope that they plan on rebuilding..... ((((((BIG hug))))))))))))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kokkie Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Oh Greg, I am truly sorry for all those peoples losing ther home and stuff, thank god your alright, love, Wlma Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hallowell Posted February 26, 2007 Author Share Posted February 26, 2007 Here are some links to the story. I found out this morning that a little kitty was lost, it's all so sad. http://www.wcsh6.com/ http://kennebecjournal.mainetoday.com/home.html http://kennebecjournal.mainetoday.com/news...al/3656738.html http://kennebecjournal.mainetoday.com/news...al/3655471.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Greg, how nice that the building's plaque and the awning were saved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wenlaine Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 And also the artwork, that's amazing! It's easy to understand now Greg, why you love your town, Halliwell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missymew Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Greg - Thank you for sharing the news links. My eyes filled with tears as I read these stories (and watched the newscast). How are you feeling today? Is there any smoke damage to your home? -Susanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IAK Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Oh Greg I just saw your post about this terrible tragedy. At least nobody was injured. My heart goes out to you and your community. So sorry this has happened to you all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shy Spirit Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Also, thank you Jen, for sending us the link to the news article. Link? Where? :lol: Sorry Greg, just saw your list of links - brain wasn't fully turned on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hallowell Posted February 26, 2007 Author Share Posted February 26, 2007 I'm exhausted, my feet are wet, and I smell like smoke. I took the day off from work to help one of the tenants of the building remove some of her belongings from her third floor apartment, they gave us one hour to do it with the help of two firemen. We found out that her three kitties spent the night in the apartment as the build burned. We got one of her kitties which we brought to my house for warmth and safe keeping along with some of her possessions, but two of her kitties are missing. We think they escaped the building as one was seen running out the front door. We also helped the restaurant remove the food from a large freezer and move it to another location. We hope to be able to save some of the tables and chairs. The town is absolutely in shock and the spirit shows in all the people coming together to help each other. Lots of tears and hugs and planning for the future and we vow to rebuild. Thanx everyone for your kindness, I can not tell you how I appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shy Spirit Posted February 26, 2007 Share Posted February 26, 2007 Working together to salvage and plan a rebuild is the best tonic for you all, I'm sure. I do hope the other two kitties show up safe and sound. After reading the news stories, it's obvious that this fire will affect each and every resident of Hallowell intensely. Here's hoping your town will be stronger, and more closely knit than ever after surviving such a tragedy. Please do take care of yourself - helping those in need is wonderful, as long as you don't wear yourself out while doing so. Thanks for keeping us all informed, as we are very concerned about your welfare! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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