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Do, See, Taste

The true definition of neighbor

Sunday, May 19, 2013

In today’s hectic world, with an often transient population, the idea of neighborhood as we used to know it rarely exists. Do you know your neighbors, celebrate their birthdays, graduations, weddings, bring soup when they’re sick? Do you know their names? What is a neighbor? A neighbor can be just someone who lives nearby, who waves when you walk by. … 0

Division is the answer for seasoned perennials

Sunday, May 19, 2013

Is it mid-May already? A cool breeze rustles tender new leaves on the oak trees – they must be 100 shades of green right now. … 0

King, Messiah: New baby names suggest high hopes

Sunday, May 19, 2013

Talk about high expectations for a newborn: King and Messiah are among the fastest-rising baby names for American boys. They’re just a little behind Major, … 0

In Concord debut, ‘Phantom of the Opera’ promises musical thrills

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Hide your glassware, Concord. The Concord High School Drama Club is about to hit a high note. The over-achieving theater group, led by veteran director Clint Klose, is bringing Andrew Lloyd Webber’s lavish musical The Phantom of the … 0

The Insiders: Walk or run toward family fun

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Do you hear that thundering herd approaching? It’s probably the mob of joggers running in the Rock ’N Race, certainly the biggest event in town tonight. Of course, if you’re running in (or watching) this event, you probably know all the details already (especially if you picked up … 0

Cat wars break out in New Zealand

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Call it the Kiwi cat wars. In New Zealand, said to harbor more cat owners per capita than any other country, a furor has broken out over a crusade to eradicate man’s second-best friend. The charge is being led by Gareth Morgan, a nationally renowned economist-turned-environmental-activist, who has … 0

Gluten-Free living: Gooey goodness in a matter of minutes

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

If you’re trying to drop a few pounds before swimsuit season, stop reading now. Seriously. There’s probably a feature elsewhere in this food section that involves things like vegetables and whole grains. If, however, you want to know … 0

The Insiders: A rally we hope two out of three readers might find interesting

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

There’s simply not enough outrage about fractions these days. Is the glass half-full or half-empty? The argument has never really been settled, and frankly we’re shocked more people aren’t pushing for a solution. Alas, perhaps we should all just order a refill and end the whole discussion. Those … 0

5 Questions: Franklin elementary students plant school garden

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

With the completion of a new teaching garden, students at Paul Smith School in Franklin will now have a chance to grow and learn about the food they consume, as well as sell it in their community. Community … 1

PHOTOS: Bicycle safety lesson in Concord

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Jen Greene of Sunapee steers through a balance exercise led by Billy Whitcher off South Main Street in Concord; Monday, May 13, 2013. Whitcher held up numbers for Greene to call out to get her to focus ahead … 0

PHOTOS: Walking the dog in Rollins Park

Monday, May 13, 2013

Mike St. Laurent from Concord takes his dogs, Z and Benson, for a walk in the rain in Rollins Park; Saturday, May 11, 2013. (TAEHOON KIM / Monitor Staff) … 0

Walters announces her retirement on ‘The View’

Monday, May 13, 2013

Barbara Walters said yesterday that retirement from her epochal television career is near, but it’s not happening right away. Walters, who began in television news as a Today girl in 1961, became the medium’s best-known interviewer and invented … 0

Seth Meyers to replace Jimmy Fallon on ‘Late Night’

Sunday, May 12, 2013

Seth Meyers is moving from his Weekend Update desk to his own late night show on NBC. The network said yesterday that the 12-year Saturday Night Live cast member and five-year head writer will replace Jimmy Fallon at … 0