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Rural Perspectives: The tufted titmouse often found at feeders in winter

by Diane Constable The tufted titmouse (Baeolophus bicolor) can be seen at local bird feeders year-round. The scientific name is very descriptive; it means “small tufted, two colors” in ancient Greek. They can be found everywhere east of the Mississippi. Favorite spots are woodlands, orchards, parks, and suburban areas. Not being a migratory bird, they often […]

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‘The Wide Wide Sea’: Captain Cook expands England’s knowledge of the Pacific Islands and the Arctic Circle

by Don Porter In his book “The Wide Wide Sea: Imperial Ambition, First Contact, and the Fateful Final Voyage of Captain James Cook,” author Hampton Sides paints an interesting picture of Cook, who was renowned for his seamanship, and as a scientist and excellent cartographer (aka: map maker). Highly respected in England, by the Royal […]

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Stockbridge Community Resource Guide for 2025

For the nineth year, the Stockbridge Community News is planning a Community Resource Guide for groups and resources in the Stockbridge area. It will appear in the February 2026 print edition and sometime in late December on SCN’s webpage at stockbridgecommunitynews.com. If you have a civic group/organization providing resources and special services to the community […]