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Truth, reconciliation slow to arrive in U.S.

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Truth, reconciliation slow to arrive in U.S.

Wednesday, October 12, 2022

Kanien’keha:ka raonatswa’tahtshera ne tewaa:raton. Tsi tiotahsawen ne tsi lohontsa:te tiotahsawen ne tewaa:raton ahontswa’te, ratina’tonhkhwa Shonkwaia’ti:son raotswa’tahtshera ...

Housing situation complicated by friendship

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Housing situation complicated by friendship

Wednesday, October 12, 2022

DEAR HARRIETTE: My friend moved out of her mother's house in early 2021, and her mother graciously allowed me to rent her room for a low price. I'm well aware that they were doing me a big favor by letting me move in. I'm comfortable and happy there.

Best way to stay hydrated is drinking water

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Best way to stay hydrated is drinking water

Wednesday, October 12, 2022

ASK THE DOCTORSHello, dear readers, and welcome to our monthly letters column. With heat, humidity and wildfires, many of us have been dealing with a summer of extremes. We're thinking of you, and we hope you are staying safe as we begin the autumn season.

Appreciating a ‘consoler-in-chief ’

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Appreciating a ‘consoler-in-chief ’

Tuesday, October 11, 2022

President Biden visited Puerto Rico this week, bringing federal aid and emotional support to the victims of Hurricane Ian. “I want the people of Puerto Rico to know I’m committed, my entire administration is committed to standing with you every step of the way as long as it takes,” Biden vowed.

Freelancer gets no respect at work

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Freelancer gets no respect at work

Tuesday, October 11, 2022

DEAR HARRIETTE: I work freelance on a project that uses several teams to complete work. I was asked to provide creative guidance to one of the teams, and it is proving to be difficult. These people do not believe they need to answer to me.

Shelley’s hats are an honor to wear

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Shelley’s hats are an honor to wear

Tuesday, October 11, 2022

This past week we attended the memorial for my husband Peter's oldest sister, Shelley.Shelley went through a long battle with cancer, and Peter lost his second sister in two years.

Strep’s variations make vaccine elusive

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Strep’s variations make vaccine elusive

Saturday, October 8, 2022

Dfever, rheumatic heart disease, necrotizing fasciitis, and toxic shock syndrome.Group B strep can cause blood infections, pneumonia and meningitis in newborns.Older adults, particularly those with existing health problems, are also vulnerable to strep B.

Husband’s bad attitude threatens marriage

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Husband’s bad attitude threatens marriage

Saturday, October 8, 2022

DEAR HARRIETTE: I have some important things to discuss with my husband about our future, but I find that I am either too busy or too nervous to bring them up. We have been unhappy for a long time. I have done my best to deal with his grumpiness and overall malaise, but I am tired of it.

CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20, 30 AND 50 YEARS AGO

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CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20, 30 AND 50 YEARS AGO

Saturday, October 8, 2022

Ed Janning was recognized for the second time in seven years as “Kiwanian of the Year” by the Clinton Kiwanis Club. He was shown receiving his plaque, honoring him for the club year 1991-92, from outgoing president David Davis at the 66th annual installation of officers.

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Things that raise questions

Saturday, October 8, 2022

There are many things taking place that make us scratch our head trying to find the hidden agendas behind what government at all levels is trying to accomplish.Is their goal to do what is best for the people or what sounds good on the surface but winds up lined with flaws?