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A Not-so-Humble Valedictorian Speech
ALONG THESE LINES - Nick Thomas As the school year draws to a close, high school valedictorians across the country are industriously preparing speeches filled with humility and generous praise for others. But in reality, these brainiacs secretly harbor the desire to tell the world what they really thought about their classmates and teachers. Ladies [...]
Along These Lines: How to Choose a Vet
ALONG THESE LINES by Nick Thomas How to Choose a Vet There are several factors to consider when selecting the right veterinarian for your family’s precious pets. First and foremost, a vet should demonstrate an exhaustive knowledge of veterinary medicine. A vet must also be compassionate and immediately put you and your pet at ease [...]
Along These Lines: Easter Mysteries Revealed
ALONG THESE LINES By Nick Thomas Easter Mysteries Revealed As a child, I couldn’t understand why Easter never fell at the same time of the year like Thanksgivng, Christmas, or Squirrel Appreciation Day (Jan 21st, in case you want to store some nuts for next year). On top of that, there was all the hype [...]
Scouting 101: Troop 101 Scouts Honor Veterans
Last Thursday was a very busy day for the Scouts, especially for four of them from Struthers Middle School. These young men took part in the Veterans Day celebration held at the school to honor our past and current servicemen and women from the city of Struthers and from around the globe. Aiden Frith, Tim [...]
Scouting 101: Troop Continues Tour of Naval Ships in Buffalo
Day Two: After a rather listless night on the ship (naval pun there), sleeping on the rack is a lot like sleeping in an open-air mummy bag. Not a whole lot of room side to side nor top to bottom. And if you’re on the top bunk, whatever you do, don’t sit up fast. The [...]
Scouting 101: Everything Is Shipshape for Troop 101’s Weekend Adventure
Wow! What a weekend we had in Buffalo. It was really awesome – three huge ships floating on water and not sinking into the lake. Totally amazing: makes me wonder how the heck those large vessels stay afloat, since whenever I get in the water I sink like a rock. Whatever the reason, I’m glad [...]
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