Moments in Time – October 20, 2021

#Middlebury On Nov. 5, 1605, King James I of England learns of a plot to blow up the Parliament building. Guy Fawkes had been found lurking in a cellar with 20 barrels of gunpowder. ... Continue Reading →

Professional pet sitter is teen’s dream job

#Middlebury #PetSitter DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I read your column about a pet sitter who had to deal with a sick cat. Even though it was a scary story, I still want to be a professional ... Continue Reading →

‘World’s Best Granola’ is a kid-friendly recipe

#Middlebury #Granola Homemade granola is tasty to eat any time of day, but in our family it’s a staple for fall breakfasts with nonfat plain yogurt and fresh fruit. Not only is ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – October 19, 2021

#Middlebury “If you heat a pita in the microwave first, it will be easier to open and will rip less. About 10 seconds should do it.” – M.E. in Georgia Baby have diaper rash? ... Continue Reading →

Nested tables a Frattini design

#Middlebury #Antiques A table has three or four or more legs and a flat top. But some modern designers can make furniture that is almost unrecognizable but still serves the same purpose. ... Continue Reading →

COVID-19 Update – Monday, October 18, 2021 – 398,270 cases

#Middlebury #COVID19 #Coronavirus Reports are published Mondays and Thursdays, usually after 4 p.m., unless delayed due to a holiday. Report Highlights Middlebury had one new confirmed ... Continue Reading →

Salome’s Stars – Week of October 18, 2021

#Middlebury #Horoscope ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You’re moving from a relatively stable situation to one that appears to be laced with perplexity. Be patient. You’ll ... Continue Reading →

Help with Parkinson’s disease symptoms

#Middlebury #Health DEAR DR. ROACH: Is acupuncture a possible therapy to relieve back pain and stiffness associated with Parkinson’s disease? – R.G. ANSWER: There have been ... Continue Reading →

Rec center almost opened again

#Middlebury #Seniors My local recreation center almost opened again. A month ago, the center opened for indoor walking with strict rules. One week later, during a heated board meeting, ... Continue Reading →

Annual suicide prevention report offers insights

#Middlebury #Veterans The 2021 National Veteran Suicide Prevention Annual Report shows a decrease in veteran suicides from 2018 and 2019 when compared with previous years. For example, ... Continue Reading →