Lawn care: 'greener' alternatives
Bryant Tronetti, a resident of Smethport, is completing his freshman year at Allegheny College in Meadville.
      In driving around on Sunday afternoon, I noticed how many caution signs were posted because of people using herbicides on their lawns. These "harmless" chemicals run off and seep into groundwater used every day to drink, bathe and engage in recreation.
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Through An 'Old Timer's' Eyes
By Howard 'Mac' McDonald
      Mothers Day and Memorial Day are two May holidays that deserve our special attention. Memorial Day used to be known as Decoration Day. The Civil War brought about the custom of putting flags on the graves of the veterans. In most towns, the VFW and the American Legion see t...
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Small Communities, Big Hearts
To the editor:
      Small communities have big hearts when one of their own has a big need. Communities in this area came together in a big way to help Dale when he was diagnosed with a brain tumor on Christmas Day. Immediately prayer chains were activated, meals sent in, kind and encouraging w...
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