Sports Quiz – Sept. 27, 2019

#Middlebury #Sports Questions Pitcher Freddy Peralta set a Milwaukee Brewers rookie record in 2018 for most strikeouts in a game (13). Name two of the four pitchers who had held the ... Continue Reading →

Couch Theater – Sept. 26, 2019

#Middlebury #DVDs “Above the Shadows” (NR) – Holly (Olivia Thirlby) was once a real person, but she faded into oblivion, becoming invisible for all practical purposes. ... Continue Reading →

Celebrity Extra – Sept. 26, 2019

#Middlebury #Celebrity Q: I usually don’t watch “American Horror Story.” It’s way too dark and gory for me, but I have to admit I’m intrigued by the ad ... Continue Reading →

My love affair with pears

#Middlebury #Pears I adore eating a perfectly ripened Bosc or Anjou pear. That first bite through that firm, greenish-golden skin into the sweet juicy fruit is a delight for the senses. ... Continue Reading →

Moments in Time – Sept. 25, 2019

#Middlebury On Oct. 9, 1635, religious dissident Roger Williams is banished from the Massachusetts Bay Colony by the General Court of Massachusetts. Williams had spoken out against ... Continue Reading →

Does my dog have arthritis?

#Middlebury #Dog DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My black Lab, Gordon, is almost 12 years old. He has always been energetic, but lately on our walks he seems to get tired easily, slows down ... Continue Reading →

Make colorful crayon leaf rubbings

#Middlebury Fall outdoor rituals are many during these lush months of color and cooler temps. Maybe your family already has established an annual tradition of taking a mini day vacation, ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – Sept. 24, 2019

#Middlebury “Need brown sugar for a recipe and suddenly realize you’re out? Save a trip to the grocery store by adding molasses to white sugar. No molasses? Use maple syrup ... Continue Reading →

Roman brazier copy made in 18th century

#Middlebury #Antiques During the late 18th century, the very rich made a long trip to Europe to admire the architecture and art of Europe, including the ruins of past civilizations. ... Continue Reading →

Eileen M. Havican Obituary

#Middlebury #Naugatuck #Obituary Eileen M. Havican, 88, of Naugatuck entered into rest Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019 at Glendale Center in Naugatuck. Eileen was born Nov. 17, 1930 in Conesville, ... Continue Reading →