Houseguests vs. pets: holiday edition

#MiddleburyCT #Pets #HouseGuests #Holiday DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My brother is staying with us through the holiday season while he figures out his life. However, he insists on keeping ... Continue Reading →

Avoid scammers during the holiday season

#MiddleburyCT #Seniors #Scammers #HolidaySeason Here we are in the middle of the holiday buying season, already leery of online purchasing scams and every email we receive that includes ... Continue Reading →

Food bank trip brings joy

#MiddleburyCT #FoodBank A few months ago, I escorted three very nervous elderly ladies to the food bank. By “escorted,” I mean I had to scout out the situation in advance, come ... Continue Reading →

Help feed hungry pets this holiday season

#Middlebury #Holiday #Pets DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Last year, pandemic lockdowns, job losses and financial instability caused many families, along with their pets, to experience food ... Continue Reading →

Home-cleaning tips for the holidays

#Middlebury “It’s dirty work, but someone has to do it!” Now that we’re in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, with guests coming and going in our homes, here ... Continue Reading →

Holiday decorations can be dangerous

#Middlebury #Christmas #Decorations DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My aunt was admiring the wreath I made from natural materials, and during the conversation she mentioned that the berries ... Continue Reading →