Siemens Energy just unveiled a $350 million expansion to its Charlotte plant off Westinghouse Boulevard. Siemens will build and refurbish gas turbines for U.S. and worldwide customers in the 450,000-square-foot addition, which adjoins an existing 700-worker steam turbine and generator plant.

Siemens has hired another 700 workers since announcing the expansion early last year and expects to bring in 400 more by 2014.

The Berewick HOA had another one of it’s fabulous new home owners receptions on Nov. 10th. With a wonderful turnout we shook hands and greeted our new residents as they not only got to know those of us who workat the Manoe House, but their new neighbors as well! With food catered by City Tavern, along with wine the Manor House, but their new neighbors as well! With food catered by City Tavern, along with wine and beer we all had a wonderful time.

The 2011 Berewick Halloween Hoot was a huge success! With a staggering number of residents in attendance, it was one of the biggest Halloween Hoots to date. All the little monsters who came out enjoyed new additions to the festival, including a jump castle and petting zoo. Each child was given a goodie bag filled with treats and left with a smile on their ghoulish faces. It was indeed a Happy Halloween!