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Pet Of The Week: What A Wizard

Wizard is one handsome fellow! He was originally rescued in South Carolina after he wandered into a feline friendly home and his owners were never found.  Wizard is curious and ready for adventure. …

In humans, high blood pressure is usually considered primary, meaning there is no underlying disease causing it.  In animals, primary hypertension is unusual; there is almost always another disease …

Pet Of The Week: Quiet Mickey

Mickey, 9, is a quiet, reserved fellow who would love a quiet home, maybe with another cat.  Although a senior, he appears to be in good health.  If you think Mickey might be a good match for your …

Senior Highlights | May 27

There’s a lot set to happen with the Council on Aging (COA) in the coming weeks. Check them out here, and for further information on any of these great trips or to reserve your seat on the van, …

Too Much Stuff!

Attachment = connection From their hands to ours: it's why we wear our mother's jewelry and use our father's key chain, putter, and lucky hat.  We play lottery numbers using loved ones' ages or …

Let’s Break Bread

My brother is, and has always been, what you might call a picky eater.   As a kid, I played the consummate little sister and copied everything he did, so I too agreed that fish, vegetables, and …

Essex Library Notes | May 20

Weekly Story Hours With April on Wednesdays Wee Ones, 0-2years 9 a.m. Preschool 3-5 years 10 a.m. Stories, songs, fingerplays, rhymes and crafts. Fun for all! Crafternoon Tuesday, …

Pet Of The Week: Hopeful Harley

Harley, a 10-month-old Labrador retriever mix, is looking for her person. Harley is large, weighing in about 50 pounds. She can be a bit unsure with people and situations but warms up rather quickly. …

Senior Highlights | May 13

It’s a Mystery To Me On Wednesday, May 18, the Manchester Council on Aging van will take our monthly mystery ride.  The van driver heads for an undisclosed establishment somewhere on the North …

Abscesses occur in pets when bacteria invade the body.  At the Manchester Animal Hospital, the most common type of abscesses I see occur in cats. Sometimes they cause pain, but unfortunately, …

Lyme disease is a significant concern for people across the country. According to an analysis of insurance records by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year approximately 476,000 …

We are smack in the season I like to call “Not Quite Summer.”   Do you know how I knew for sure?  I was in the city the other day and everyone’s ankles were out.  Everyone’s!  Tan …

Essex-Based Carpenter & MacNeille Wins 2020 Best of Boston Home

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Architectural and building firm Carpenter & MacNeille was named as a 2020 Best of Boston Home recipient. The award was granted at a reception earlier in December 2019 at the Boston Design Center …

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