Closing Up Things

Closing Up Things

Now that summer is over, it is time to think about closing some of your home’s water usage facilities. Sprinkler/irrigation systems, outdoor showers, and water hoses need to be shut down for the winter. A burst pipe from frozen water lines can be very expensive to...
Bereavement Ministry Notice: Surviving the Holidays

Bereavement Ministry Notice: Surviving the Holidays

For anyone over the age of 18 grieving the loss of a loved one, the St. Francis de Sales Grief Share Group is sponsoring a seminar on Saturday, November 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The seminar will be held at the St. Francis de Sales School Small Hall located at 219...
The Atlantic Sturgeon

The Atlantic Sturgeon

The Atlantic sturgeon is a rare and endangered fish. This fish was in great abundance when the first European settlers came here. In less than 200 years, it has gone from one of the most common fish in our area, to one of the least common native fish. Actually, the...

Op-Ed: Go Green? Not So Fast

For decades, citizens, politicians, and the average “go green” activist have been fighting about the issue of climate change and the effect it has had on the planet. With protests, proposed bills, and the historic Paris Climate Accords, people are still no closer to...
A Parent’s Guide to The IEP Universe—Part 1

A Parent’s Guide to The IEP Universe—Part 1

Mention the acronym “IEP” to a parent of a special-needs student, and you’ll probably awaken a series of frustrations. My daughter just turned 16 last month, and over the years—from past IEP reports, countless evaluations, meeting logs, behavior plans, progress...
Cajun Stuffed   Chicken

Cajun Stuffed  Chicken

Serves: 4   Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded 1 tablespoons Cajun seasoning 2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 cup diced onion 1 cup red and green pepper, diced Kosher salt Freshly ground pepper   Directions: Preheat...