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Art as a Path to Healing and Hope

June 4, 2026

A resident of Lanexa, an artist named Patty Putnam is stepping forward in a national art contest that could change her future. She has faced many health problems after losing her job as a visual director at Saks Fifth Avenue. Eight chronic illnesses made it hard for her to keep moving and working

politics

America’s Budgets: Military Spend vs Family Needs

April 7, 2026

The U. S. is facing a decision that could change the lives of many citizens. A new proposal would push defense spending beyond $1 trillion, a level not seen since the Cold War. The plan would require cutting money from programs that help families—health care, housing, schools and efforts to pr

sports

High‑School Sports Highlights: Wins, Home Runs and Goal‑Scoring Storms

March 31, 2026

Bella Pires lit up the scoreboard for Weymouth High, hitting a home run, a double and drawing two walks while driving in five runs. Her performance helped the Wildcats defeat Pembroke with a final score of 18‑8 on March 30. Jillian Ondrick and Abby Reed also shone for the Wildcats, each collectin

business

Family Grocery Store Wraps Up 39 Years of Service

March 24, 2026

The Oliver family, who ran Dixon’s long‑standing corner shop for almost four decades, are closing their doors as they step into retirement. Their decision follows a careful search for a buyer of the building and an understanding that their remaining stock will run out by early April. Tim and Patty

politics

TSA Workers Face Pay Cuts While Senate Stands Still

March 12, 2026

The debate over how to end the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown has stuck in Washington, leaving TSA agents among those who will not receive their first full paycheck this week. Airports are already feeling the strain: travelers line up longer at security checkpoints because many agent

entertainment

New Leader Takes Charge of Media, Sports and Entertainment Cases

February 24, 2026

Jill Basinger has moved to Stris & Maher LLP, where she will head the Media, Entertainment and Sports Litigation team out of Los Angeles. She plans to use the firm’s national reach to help clients across the country. Before this, Jill spent more than ten years at Glaser Weil LLP as a partner. She h

politics

Celebrating Families, Addressing Border Issues in a White House Ceremony

February 24, 2026

A quiet ceremony at the White House marked a day set aside to honor families that have lost loved ones to crimes committed by undocumented migrants. The event, called Angel Family Day, was announced by the president who also signed a proclamation designating February 22 as a day of remembrance. The

education

School Money Crisis: Why Teachers and Students Are In Trouble

February 18, 2026

The state budget for 2027 has sparked anger among Connecticut school leaders. Superintendent Steven Rioux of Putnam Public Schools is asking the town to raise property taxes by 7. 23 %—a jump from last year’s 1. 66 %. He says the district needs $1. 6 million more to cover rising costs for health ins

politics

Minneapolis: A City Under Siege and Its People's Response

January 27, 2026

Minneapolis is facing a serious problem. It's not just about politics. It's about people's daily lives being disrupted. A business trip was canceled due to safety concerns. People were advised to stay home. Even simple tasks like getting around the city became uncertain. ICE, or Immigration and Cus

weather

Snowfall Showdown: Who Got the Most in the Lower Hudson Valley?

January 26, 2026

Snow is still coming down in the New York City area on Sunday, Jan. 25. A big storm is covering much of the northeast. So, how much snow has fallen in downstate New York so far? Let's look at the numbers. First, it's important to know that these snow totals are not official. They come from differen