Marianne Stern Marianne Jane Boswell Stern departed for Heaven on Saturday, July 13, 2024. We know she was welcomed by those closest to her heart who predeceased her. Born August 16, 1929, the daughter of Dorothy Lennon Boswell and … [Read more...] about Obituaries
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Gripevine
Gripe Vine Readers: It has been some time since you have heard from me, and I must begin my column today with an apology. Your issues are of the most importance to me, and I will address them in each future column. However, my … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
‘Twas quite a time at the Savin Rock Festival last weekend, sweets; and for once, the weather wasn’t sweltering, but a mighty fine couple o’ summer days. Mixed with the breezes it was quite pleasant, and not anything like the Turkish bath humidity we … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Dear Felicia
Moving along with the summer season, I see we are in preparation for the annual Savin Rock Festival aat the Old Grove Park. Whilst it is the last weekend of the month, yew know that things are prepped earlie than that as the rides and amusements are … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Know warnings of child’s eye-health issues
By Dr. Greg CarnevaleChief Medical OfficerUnitedHealthcare Eye health is an important factor in our overall well-being. Yet 65.4% of Connecticut children don’t regularly see an eye doctor.1 With many kids out of school for the summer, screen … [Read more...] about Know warnings of child’s eye-health issues
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist The Malley Murder Mystery Part III See part 1 | part 2 | part 4 In cases where someone’s death is sudden or unexplained, it is common to conduct an autopsy as well as an inquest. The former is a … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Myth-busting summer skin problems
By Dr. Ana Stankovic UnitedHealthcare of New England Summer vacation often means more time outdoors in the sunshine, which leads many of us to consider how best to protect our skin against the increased sun exposure. More people in … [Read more...] about Myth-busting summer skin problems
Historian’s Corner
The Malley Murder Mystery Part II See part 1 | part 3 | part 4 As the hot August sun continued to rise, a small crowd began to form around the body on the beach. Among those in the group was Deputy Sheriff James Peck, who … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Dear Felicia
Happy Fourth of July, Felicia! The year keeps rolling by and here we are in the midst of the summer. In fact, summer started last week, and we can begin to see the days getting a bit shorter as we roll along. The Mystick Maydens of the Marsh have … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Dear Felicia
Well, honeybunch, it seems summer is in full swing even before its offishull opening on or around June 21. As Iyam scribing this missive, the weather talking heads are calling for thunderstorms and all the wind and rain one could expeck with high … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia