Local Stories
Service Stories: Animal Care Specialist Endured Close Calls in Vietnam, Part 2
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- Written by Robert Naeye Robert Naeye
The following is the continuation of Russell “Doc” Walters’s Vietnam experience. Part one appeared in the February issue of 50plus LIFE.
The Beauty in Nature: Small, Wintering Field Birds
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- Written by Clyde McMillan-Gamber Clyde McMillan-Gamber
During February, some years ago, while driving through snow-covered farmland in Lancaster County, I saw a flock of over a hundred small birds “bounding” low in flight, down to snowdrifts in a large field.
Free Online Performance of 1852 Women’s Rights Convention Announced
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Spurred by the anniversary of Pennsylvania’s first women’s rights convention held in West Chester June 2-3, 1852, residents at the Kendal-Crosslands community in Kennett Square are offering a free Zoom performance of the conference’s proceedings at 7:15 p.m. Feb. 23.
Free Alzheimer’s and Dementia Webinars Scheduled
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Individuals who are interested in learning more about Alzheimer’s and dementia are encouraged to participate in upcoming free webinars offered by Penn State Extension.
T. Morris Chester Welcome Center to Be Centerpiece of Library Expansion
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At a recent unveiling of the final sculptures celebrating the historic role African Americans played in Harrisburg, the Dauphin County Library System was asked to continue the project’s message of understanding and cultural diversity.
Coatesville Area Senior Center Announces Major Changes
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Coatesville Area Senior Center recently announced major changes to its operations, including a name change, an expanded service area, and a new model for providing meals.
Virtual Seminar on Medicare for New Retirees Planned
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A free virtual seminar for individuals near retirement or recently retired will be held 6-8:30 p.m. Jan. 28 via Zoom.
The Beauty in Nature: Wintering Harlequin and Long-Tailed Ducks
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- Written by Clyde McMillan-Gamber Clyde McMillan-Gamber
The beautiful and hardy harlequin ducks and long-tailed ducks are small species that adapted to wintering in specific saltwater niches along North America’s Atlantic Coast, from Canada to Virginia.
Free Workshops Offered for Diabetes, Chronic Disease
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The York County Area Agency on Aging is offering free self-management workshops in January and February.