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Perfect time to observe birds
Once the trees leaf out, they will be hidden from sight unless you catch them soaring through the air or devouring prey on the ground, Jolene Wallace writes.
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Not as many whistlers these days
Columnist Gordie Little remembers well-known whistlers.
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A rational tax policy would boost economy
Investment income is a good place to begin tax reform if we are to avoid being smothered by the national debt, according to columnist Colin Read.
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CV TEC changing at the top
New leadership should showcase all the benefits it offers to students, business, according to columnist Paul Grasso.
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Farming in the basin
Local farmers focus on efforts to protect environment, Lake Champlain from pollution, according to columnist Peter Hagar.
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The changing face of education
Stewart Denenberg checks out how much progress has been made in the past (roughly) 40 years in the area of Computer Managed Instruction (CMI), which not only delivers courses but manages the total learning environment by assigning resources (e.g. books, videos, teachers) and evaluating the student's progress through exams, labs and other learning experiences.
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Trainer can help dog with behavioral problems
Having sometimes-aggressive dog evaluated by a behaviorist would be a very smart idea to curb problem, columnist Monica Collins writes.
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Brooklyn kids on a N.H. farm
Jerry stared down at me, his soft brown eyes let me know that he was friendly, writes columnist Ken Wibecan.
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Surviving Easter 2013
There are completely understandable tensions between Christmas-and-Easter-Only worshippers (CEOs) and the faithful who attend week after week.
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Tips for extending the growing season
A little bit of effort can result in a much larger yield with a longer period of harvest, Amy Ivy writes.
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- Peter Black: Canadian Dispatch
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When Prime Minister King met Hitler
I've been in the grip of Philip Kerr's "Berlin Noir" trilogy for the past few weeks, Canadian columnist Peter Black writes.
Continued ...Peter Black, Canadian Dispatch The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Oct 21, 2011 1 PhotoFri, October 21
- Canada has history of construction scandals Oct 7, 2011 1 Photo
- Revisiting the War of 1812 Sep 23, 2011 1 Photo
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- Cornell Cooperative Extension
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Time for end of summer garden cleanup
Remove spent plants from your gardens so the remaining vegetation can look its best through the fall, Amy Ivy writes.
Continued ...By AMY IVY The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Sep 3, 2012 1 PhotoMon, September 03
- Making quality feed Sep 2, 2012 1 Photo
- Time to take note of garden Aug 27, 2012 1 Photo
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- Guest Columns
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Teaching is not as easy a job as it looks
A few months ago I was invited to teach "Ethics and the Information Age," Stewart Denenberg writes.
Continued ...By Stewart A. Denenberg, Technology and Society The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Sep 9, 2012 1 PhotoSun, September 09
- Overcoming addiction takes time, support Aug 25, 2012
- Nature Conservancy, New York strike a deal Aug 12, 2012 1 Photo
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- Peter Hagar: Cornell Ag Connection
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Agritourism on the rise at area farms
Maximizing the use of unused farm assets is key to generating the cash flow to support the farm enterprise during the tougher times, according to Peter Hagar.
Continued ...PETER HAGAR, Cornell Ag Connection The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Sep 4, 2011 1 PhotoSun, September 04
- Summer reflections on the farm Aug 21, 2011 1 Photo
- Cattle judging no beauty contest Jul 24, 2011 1 Photo
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- Health Advice
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Tips and tricks on wart removal
More than 50 percent of children will get a wart at some time, Dr. Lewis First writes.
Continued ...DR. LEWIS FIRST, First With Kids The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Apr 21, 2012 1 PhotoSat, April 21
- Don't forget fridge, cupboards when spring cleaning Apr 17, 2012 1 Photo
- DADs can be diabetic's best friend Apr 10, 2012 1 Photo
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- Gordie Little: Small Talk
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Coffee and music a perfect blend
Gordie Little shares memories of all the coffee he's consumed and all the coffee songs he's enjoyed.
Continued ...GORDIE LITTLE, Small Talk The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Oct 9, 2011 1 PhotoSun, October 09
- It's all in the jeans Sep 25, 2011 1 Photo
- Sept. 11 marks time of local conflict, too Sep 11, 2011 1 Photo
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- Terry Mattingly: On Religion
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The thundering voice that leads the Southern Baptists
Rev. Fred Luter, the first African-American president of America's largest non-Catholic flock, has challenged Southern Baptists to face the blunt realities of life in a diverse and urban society.
Continued ...Terry Mattingly, On Religion The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Jul 9, 2012 1 PhotoMon, July 09
- Faith in the Obama brand Jul 2, 2012 1 Photo
- Gay and really Catholic Jun 18, 2012 1 Photo
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- Steve Ouellette: You Had To Ask
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Hard to decide when movies are appropriate for kids
Movies are an important thing in my life, and I want to share them with my sons, ages 9 and 11, but I'm never sure when the appropriate time is to show them favorite films from the past, Steve Ouellette writes.
Continued ...STEVE OUELLETTE, You Had to Ask The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Sep 18, 2011 1 PhotoSun, September 18
- Is waterfront property really more valuable? Sep 4, 2011 1 Photo
- New products promote efficient lifestyle Aug 21, 2011 1 Photo
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- Colin Read: Everybody's Business
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The economics of global warming
As evidence piles up for human-induced climate change, there will be winners and losers for generations, according to columnist Colin Read.
Continued ...Colin Read, Everybody's Business The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Aug 5, 2012 1 PhotoSun, August 05
- Transportation a key to success Jul 29, 2012 1 Photo
- A chance to help our lake Jul 22, 2012 1 Photo
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- Pinch of Time
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Poem sheds light on school reunions
Poem makes fun of high-school reunions, but holds a lot of truth, Susan Tobias writes.
Continued ...By SUSAN TOBIAS, Pinch of Time The Press Republican Copyright 2013 Press-Republican. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.Oct 5, 2011 1 PhotoWed, October 05
- Old scrapbook reveals local connection to famous Alaskan race Sep 21, 2011 1 Photo
- Many reasons to celebrate this summer Sep 7, 2011 1 Photo
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