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How to Share a Loved One’s Story in the Newspaper

May 22, 2026

When someone passes away, people want to remember them. A newspaper can help by printing an obituary. You can send the details in several ways. First, you can email a form that lists what you need. The form asks for the deceased’s name, your full contact details, a photo, and the text of the notice

business

New Food & Fun Boosts Glastonbury’s Old Shopping Hub

May 22, 2026

The Shops at Somerset Square, a 40‑year‑old open‑air center in Glastonbury, is shaking up its image by adding six fresh restaurants and services. The move follows a 2022 purchase by Poag Shopping Centers, which wants to turn the once‑upscale spot into a lively local hotspot. Instead of just filli

business

Tech firm snaps up empty Silicon Valley office at a bargain

May 22, 2026

A Silicon Valley electronics company recently bought a large, empty office building in San Jose for about $18. 8 million—roughly a quarter less than what lenders had estimated it was worth. The 78, 200-square-foot property at 5729 Fontanoso Way had been sitting unused for years after a biotech start

lifestyle

Life in a Tiny Cabin: What No One Mentions About Small Space Living

May 22, 2026

Choosing to live in a 500-square-foot cabin isn’t just about cutting costs—it forces people to question what they actually need in a home. Space becomes a limited resource, so every item has to earn its place. Instead of holding onto things like old board games or rarely used yarn, many decide to le

education

New STEM Hub Lets San Diego College Chase Tech Big Leagues

May 21, 2026

The University of San Diego has kicked off construction on a brand‑new STEM building that will broaden its science and engineering courses. The new structure, called the Shiley STEM Initiative building, will house three floors of labs and classrooms in a 70, 000‑square‑foot space. Its construc

business

New Game Powerhouse Forms as Embracer Splits

May 21, 2026

A big Swedish company called Embracer decided to split into two separate public firms. One new firm, Fellowship Entertainment, will own famous video‑game and movie brands like Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit, and Tomb Raider. The other firm will keep the rest of Embracer’s businesses. The split aims

opinion

New York’s Big‑Box Takeover

May 20, 2026

Big retailers have been eyeing New York City for years, but a recent move by two major players shows they are finally ready to stake their claim. One company, which has already opened a store in the city’s East Village, is planning to launch a flagship shop on 52nd Street. The plan includes a mixe

politics

Trump’s New White House Ballroom: A Bunker‑Like Dome With Drone Tech

May 20, 2026

Donald Trump introduced fresh details about a massive new space at the White House that he says will look like a bunker and can host up to 1, 000 guests. The building is planned to be 90, 000 square feet, larger than the historic residence itself. Trump told reporters that the structure will have a

politics

Portland’s Big Building Dilemma

May 20, 2026

The city is rethinking a plan that would have turned the school district’s office into a family shelter. The proposal, which would cost about $14 million to renovate, was dropped by the finance committee last week. The building on Cumberland Avenue is 56 000 square feet and currently houses the d

lifestyle

Huge Savings on Outdoor Comfort This Memorial Day

May 20, 2026

Wayfair is slashing the price of a popular patio set so that it can be bought for just $376 instead of over a thousand dollars. The deal centers on the Ebern Designs Wicker 3‑Person Modular Patio Conversation Set, which originally sold for $1, 143. That means shoppers can keep a sturdy and stylish g