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Laurie Nigro

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Laurie is the mother of two biological children and one husband and the caretaker of a menagerie of animals. Laurie is passionate about frugal, natural living. She was recognized by the L.I. Press Club with a “best humor column” award in 2016 and 2017. Email Laurie

Theresa A. Holm, 86

by Nov 6, 2012
Riverhead resident Theresa A. Holm died Wednesday Oct. 31, 2012 at the Riverhead Care Center. She was 86 years old. She was born Aug....

Muriel H. Schwab, 98

by Nov 6, 2012
Muriel H. Schwab of Founders Village in Southold died on Nov. 1, 2012. She was 98 years old. She was born on September 3,...

How you can help: What and where to donate to help victims

by Nov 5, 2012
Here's a summary of the locations in our area that are accepting donations for victims of Sandy. We will post more information as it...
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Are you leading a genetically modified lifestyle?

by Nov 4, 2012
If you’re reading this blog, you’ve probably heard of GMOs, or genetically modified organisms. Also know as genetically engineered organisms, they are defined as...
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Picking up the pieces after Sandy

by Nov 3, 2012
The devastation in the wake of the storm is a sobering reminder of the power of Mother Nature.
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Trick or Treat? Superstorm Sandy doesn’t spook Riverhead’s little ghosts and goblins

by Nov 1, 2012
Time marches on, even in the wake of superstorm Sandy. As we slowly picked up the pieces, we found Halloween upon us. Though...
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Why can’t we just leave the clocks alone?

by Oct 28, 2012
I've never understood the whole daylight savings thing. I do, however, understand losing an hour of sleep each spring. I also understand that making...
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Thanks to one child’s idea, a ‘no bullying’ club is born

by Oct 23, 2012
Morgan Dunn doesn't like bullying. So the third grader at Roanoke Avenue Elementary School decided to do something about it. During the first week...
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Five simple ways to live more frugally

by Oct 22, 2012
A few weeks back, my friend and I were discussing frugality. Apparently, there are some television shows on cable that highlight individuals and families...
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Married to a gardener: Till figs do us part

by Oct 20, 2012
As the author of a garden column, I'm supposed to discuss gardening. In my own way, I usually accomplish that goal. I may take...