Valentine’s Day cards began in 1700s

#Middlebury #Kovels #Valentines Day Valentine’s Day is a holiday that has its roots in ancient times. But it was celebrated with gifts until the first cards appeared about 1760. ... Continue Reading →

Now here’s a tip – Feb. 6, 2018

#Middlebury #NowHeresATip What’s on sale in February? Get great deals on electronics – including computers – and mattresses, carpet/tile/laminates and other flooring, used ... Continue Reading →

Kids can put heartfelt stamp on Valentine’s Day

#Middlebury #DonnasDay #ValentinesDay If you’re looking for indoor artful fun with the kids this week, put a heartfelt stamp on homemade Valentine’s Day cards, gift tags, ... Continue Reading →

Blisters may need medication for life, fungus needs culturing

#Middlebury #ToYourGoodHealth DEAR DR. ROACH: A year ago, I broke out with pimples on my back, arms and thighs. They itched so badly I thought I would go mad. A dermatologist took a ... Continue Reading →

Discharge upgrades have gotten easier

#Middlebury #VetsPost Veterans who want to upgrade their military discharge now have help. The Department of Veterans Affairs, working with the Department of Defense, has created a ... Continue Reading →

Beware of scammers at your door

#Middlebury #SeniorNewsLine The guy who showed up today came to the wrong door: mine. I pegged him for a scammer before he even said a word. And I was right. The only thing I didn’t ... Continue Reading →

Horoscopes for the week of Feb. 5, 2018

#Middlebury #SalomesStars #Horoscopes ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might feel bolder as each new success falls into place. But caution is still advised through the end of the week. ... Continue Reading →

Couch Theater for week of Jan. 29, 2018

#Middlebury #NewDVDs “God’s Own Country” (R) – In a remote section of Yorkshire, Johnny (Josh O’Connor) toils at his family farm, tough hardscrabble work with his ... Continue Reading →

Handmaid’s Tale to return

#Middlebury #CelebrityExtra #HandmaidsTale Q: Can you tell me when “The Handmaid’s Tale” will return? It’s one of my favorite dramas. I can’t wait to see what ... Continue Reading →

Moments in Time – Jan. 31, 2018

#Middlebury #MomentsInTime On Feb. 16, 1848, composer and pianist Frederic Chopin plays his final Paris concert. Chopin’s musical goal had been to speak to the heart and soul ... Continue Reading →