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Reflections – December 2019 Look Back In Time
by Diane Rockall History is not always long ago or far away. The past is past, whether yesterday or an hour ago. For many, December may seem to be the busiest month of the year, and a birthday during the month adds to the thoughts of aging. Visiting and reconnecting with friends and loved ones, […]
StockBIZ- ‘Twas the month before Christmas: A tale of two Christmas tree farms
by Mary Jo David Thinking back on a childhood that instilled a love of Christmas carols, this columnist realizes it all began around the family Christmas tree. While interviewing local tree farmers for this column, memories came flooding back—of decorating the perfect pine each Christmas Eve and gathering with six siblings around its base to […]
Ask an Expert
by John and Theresa Kightlinger MY BODY SHOP Be careful about ‘industry standards’ when repairing a vehicle Was I lied to about industry standards? —Mike, from Brooklyn Consumer alert: Two words have become the weapons of choice in the […]
The Allure of Pugs
by Cathy Collins “Look, Mom! It’s pugs!” squealed the young boy as he knelt down in front of the crates that housed the dogs, looking desperate to pet them. The local rescue where I volunteer recently had two pugs (bonded brothers) up for adoption. Such has been the reaction, time and again, of people young […]
Staff Spotlight: Jessica Martell, outstanding English teacher appreciates teaching in a close-knit community
by Amy Haggerty They say English can be one of the hardest languages to learn. Jessica Martell has been teaching this subject for 14 years in Stockbridge and makes learning English look easy. It helps that Martell teaches with ease and confidence and knows her subject areas well. Her classroom is always neat […]
StockBIZ: Dr. Dobos’ office—where the dental forecast is sunny today with more of the same tomorrow
by Mary Jo David It’s difficult, if not impossible, to have much of a conversation with a dentist when he’s working on your teeth. That is why this writer decided it would be better to schedule a formal interview to learn more about Dr. Paul Dobos, who operates the dental practice at 120 E. Main […]
ASK AN EXPERT
by John and Theresa Kightlinger In November, drivers need to be alert for deer Q. Will my insurance cover vehicle damage from a car-deer accident? […]
Hometown hero: WWI casualty Leslie Richmond
by Richard Ramsdell Leslie Mack Richmond was born on a farm northwest of Stockbridge on March 16, 1895. His parents were Arthur Leslie Richmond and Phila J. Townsend. They moved to the village of Stockbridge in 1898. He served in the Michigan National Guard from 1915 to 1917, spending some time at the Mexican border. […]
ASK AN EXPERT
by John and Theresa Kightlinger If and when the unexpected occurs and a collision happens, ten commonly left off or omitted items should be listed on the estimate of repairs. These are vital to receive a quality and thorough repair to restore the performance and value of your vehicle as well as your peace of […]
Ponder This: What does it look like to be you?
by NJL Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you’ve imagined. As you simplify your life, the laws of the universe will be simpler. —Henry David Thoreau (Julia Cameron, The Artist’s Way Page 38 Shorter days and cooler weather means summer is changing to autumn. The human experience also includes seasons […]