Know Your Rights! by Lindy Korn, Esq. When starting your first job, it is natural to feel excited and eager to make a great impression. Those starting their
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Donated Items Help Turn Spaces into Homes for Local Families By Madeleine Kates There is no better way to begin the task of spring cleaning than by donating
Meet Crunch Time Apple Growers
By Annette Pinder If you’ve never heard of Crunch Time Apple Growers (Crunch Time), despite the fact that the organization is very much a part of our Western
My Brother Has Autism
by Gabrielle Mattina My brother Christian is my muse, and I am his advocate. I am his voice, and he is my thoughts. I always wonder what he
My Health Went to Hell. Here’s How I Healed.
by Madeline Hall Growing up, I was an active, healthy, happy kid. Fast-forward to college, where I drank, partied, and overworked myself. I’m sure you can guess what
Opportunities in Hurt Feelings: Parenting Tips for Developing Emotional Intelligence
By Melissa Farrell, LMHC As a parent, shedding tears as a result of our children’s scraped knees and hurt feelings can sometimes result in greater heartache in ourselves
Parkinson’s Disease Affects Millions: Early Diagnosis and Treatment Can Make a Difference
When a famous person is diagnosed with Parkinson’s, it always generates an increased interest in the disease, but Parkinson’s affects individuals every day, regardless of their social status.Parkinson’s
The Stress of a Sesame Allergy: Hiding in Plain Sight
By Madeleine Kates Everyone has found a hitchhiking sesame seed on their plain or blueberry bagel at one time or another. Sesame seeds are the ninth most common
What To Do if You Suspect a Child Is Being Abused
A study presented to the American Academy of Pediatrics in late 2021 found that physical abuse of school-aged children tripled during the early months of the pandemic. This
Your Dog’s Lifespan May Be Different Than You Think
The Dog Aging Project By Annette Pinder The Dog Aging Project, which began in 2018, is the largest data-gathering program of its kind. Its goal is to study
