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Breaking up is hard to do
I recently went through a short breakup. I knew the day was coming and, in the beginning, I was fraught with anxiety, but I survived it. For one day I […]
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Plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose
Back in the old days, when the United States was involved in Vietnam, I was on the very periphery of protesters. I was not politically astute—indeed, the first time I […]
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The NFL should honor merit, not self interest
I’ve never been a fan of the New England Patriots—probably because they won so many Super Bowls while the New York football teams wallowed in misery. Rooting for New England […]
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It’s expensive being poor
Recently, I saw a post on one of the community Facebook pages that have proliferated throughout the region from a person seeking an oil delivery on a weekend. One respondent […]
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Reaching his goals, a cookie at a time
Dunleavy reflects on navigating the new year and resolutions.
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Offers reflections and thanks at a turning point
This is a challenging moment for us as a human family on planet Earth—and a consequential one for the United Nations. Across the globe, we witness conflict on an alarming […]
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‘For Auld Lang Syne:’ A tale of two cats
Editor’s Note: It is the New Year and a time for new beginnings. It is also a time for memories—we usher in the year by singing “For auld lang syne,” […]
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Surprise! Have I got a gift for you!
Dave Dunleavy shares his holiday shopping challenges
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High Watch deserves praise, not criticism
To the Editor: I am writing in response to the recent negative remarks made about the guests in care at High Watch Recovery Center. The individuals receiving treatment there are […]