Straight Dope: Prep your kids for college
It’s that time of year: College applications have been filed, last-chance SAT subject tests are coming up, and the dreaded FAFSA financial aid applications will be tackled soon. High school seniors and their parents are completing preparations for the beginning of college careers, but they might not be ready for one extra-curricular activity common on most college campuses.
The Mountain Gardener: Roses come in all shapes and sizes
The weather this year has agreed with my roses. It might seem like we're living in England lately, but the roses have appreciated the cool, damp spring. All the better to set lots of buds, without a sudden heat wave to ruin the show. Every rose lover I've talked to is raving about the quality, quantity and extended bloom time for their roses.
Little League: SLV’s Shabry strikes out 11 in All-Star shutout
San Lorenzo Valley Little League
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Felton Fire District to review parcel tax proposal at meeting Thursday
Felton Fire Protection District (FFPD) Board of Directors has scheduled a special meeting on Thursday, Sept. 11, at 6 p.m. to discuss a proposed...