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Ask an Expert
Disagreeing with your insurance adjuster by John and Theresa Kightlinger After an accident occurs and your insurance company writes a low-ball estimate for repairs, you may find yourself asking, “What if I disagree with my insurance adjuster?” It is an all-too-common occurrence when, after an accident, an insurance company goes from being your protector to […]
A glance in the rearview mirror
June 1922: Spit ball barred. Divorce ring is the latest. Tooth pulled to toot flute. by Mary Jo David The following news excerpts are from June 1922 editions of the Stockbridge Brief-Sun newspaper. These are mostly reproduced in the original, without edits or corrections. Visit the Stockbridge Library to view electronic copies of old local […]
Raise your voice: It’s time to step up
Published in Uncaged, May 2022 As seniors leave, new leadership roles emerge by Kaitelyn Walker, Uncaged Editor-in-Chief I was not always a leader. This is ironic considering the number of leadership roles I have held throughout my school: editor-in-chief of the school newspaper, class president, student council officer, team captain. My junior year cross country […]
In “This Farm is a Family,” local sanctuary deliverscharming tale of found family
by Shuyler Clark People passing through Chelsea may notice a farm on the city’s outskirts, its weathered barn proudly proclaiming “Barn Sanctuary” in bold letters. Established in 2016 by Dan McKernan, Barn Sanctuary is home to over 100 formerly abused, neglected, and abandoned farm animals, ranging from rambunctious cows to sassy turkeys. On the farm, […]
Outreach in Action
Public transportation options in and around Stockbridge by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall Getting from point A to point B when you have no working vehicle presents a challenge in lots of places, but especially in rural locations like the Stockbridge area. Fortunately, we do have public transportation options, which can be a life-saver for […]
Chelsea Hospital receives an ‘A’ for hospital safety grade
Information from Chelsea Hospital Recognized nationally for its patient safety and quality, Chelsea Hospital received an “A” on its 2022 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade spring scorecard. Announced on May 10, this national distinction recognizes achievement in protecting patients from preventable harm and error within the hospital setting. Chelsea Hospital has received an “A” grade every […]
Rural Perspectives
Our versatile and beautiful eastern redbud tree by Diane Constable The eastern redbud (Cercis canadensis) tree is most noticeable during midspring when the branches are covered with beautiful tiny magenta-pink blossoms. These pea-shaped blossoms and the seed pods that closely resemble those of the snow pea indicate that this tree belongs to the legume family […]
FROM CADL STOCKBRIDGE
Summer Reading Challenge offers Oceans of Possibilities by Head Librarian Sherri McConnell We are looking forward to Oceans of Possibilities with reading prizes, performers, guests, and weekly activities during our Summer Reading Challenge. Wednesday Wonders is a series of programs running from June 22 to July 27 at 10:30 a.m. It includes Ming the Magnificent […]
Bridge to Wellness
In June, use the MyPlate method to build a healthy diet by Sophia Speroff, MPH, RD The MyPlate method helps ensure you are consuming the appropriate amount of nutrients needed to fuel your body to become a healthier version of yourself. The goal of this method is to consume a variety of foods while eating […]
Clyde’s Corner
Mother knows best, once again by Clyde Whitaker While reflecting about my column for June, I recalled an incident from my senior year at good old Stockbridge High. I remember it was a snowy day in December and my mother had told me, “It’s slippery out today, you should probably take the bus to school.” […]