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Quickly Recover From Muscle soreness can occur a day or two after exercising. Doctors used Exercise Aches And to think it resulted from a buildup of Pains lactic acid in muscles, but now they say that it is actually muscle damage The old saying, “no pain, no gain,” that is taking place. Exercise that is not without its grains of truth. pushes the muscles affects the Moderate soreness in the muscles fibers in muscle tissue, especially may indicate that time spent in the specialized structures that hold the gym is working, but sharp pains fibers together. When you exercise, may be indicative of injury. you are breaking down or tearing muscle, and the body produces Workout soreness that persists can swelling and soreness as part of the derail workout plans and may turn healing process. some people off from exercise. As the body becomes acclimated to Warm up; cool down certain exercises, soreness may be One way to prevent extreme less prevalent, and there are ways soreness is to follow proper for people to speed up their rates of guidelines before and after a recovery. workout. Stretching and gradually building to your peak workout Why do muscles get sore? can help. This acclimates the body
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upon moving into their dorms, and How Parents Can getting themselves out of bed each Simplify Students’ morning and off to class on time is Transition To College one such change. Parents worried that their students will sleep in Life when mom and dad isn’t around to College is the first taste of true remind them to wake up can start independence many young students letting kids fly solo on school day experience. Whereas mom and dad mornings during their final year were always around to make sure of high school. Let kids set their kids were out the door on time and alarms, prepare their own breakfasts homework was done, that safety and get out the door on time all blanket is no longer there once kids on their own. By the time their freshman year of college arrives, move into their dorm rooms. kids will know how to handle their The transition to college life can mornings by themselves. be exciting. But while students typically welcome that transition • Teach kids how to develop with open arms, parents often worry budgets. Another problem many about how their children will handle first-year college students encounter their suddenly more independent is an inability to effectively manage life. Parents who want to help their their money. Whether you plan kids make as smooth a transition to give kids an allowance while to college life as possible can take they are in school or intend for steps during their children’s senior them to work part-time for their year of high school to help them spending money, use senior year adjust to their new surroundings of high school as an opportunity to show kids how to budget their and responsibilities more easily. money. If they don’t have accounts • Let kids fly solo on school day already, open bank accounts in your mornings. New college students youngster’s name, and insist that have to make many adjustments he or she start paying for his or her
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• Emphasize time management. Today’s high schoolers are busier than ever before, so many may already be prepared for the juggling act that is college life. But college students have more free time than their high school counterparts, so parents can emphasize the importance of managing that free time wisely as opposed to spending it lounging on the couch or napping. The transition from high school to college can be both exciting and difficult. But parents can get a head start on that transition by encouraging their youngsters to be more independent during their final year of high school.
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Why You Should Aerate into the soil from rain or irrigation, typically best to aerate cool season meaning less runoff and more water grasses in the spring or fall, while Your Lawn this Fall with warm season grasses, it’s best getting where it needs to go. to aerate in late spring or early fall. (StatePoint) Fall is a great time “Ideal aeration timing depends to aerate the lawn. Whether you on turf type and geography,” says • Proper equipment: Use gear that do it yourself or hire a lawn care Lloyd Von Scheliha of Exmark meets the needs of your lawn. For professional to do it for you, Manufacturing, a manufacturer example, Exmark offers a 30-inch aeration at least once per year of turf care equipment. “But Stand-On aerator that makes quick provides a number of benefits to annual aeration provides valuable work of even large properties with your lawn, say experts. agronomic benefits to virtually any the ability to easily maneuver around landscape features. turfgrass.” The main benefit is to relieve compaction and increase pore With that in mind, here are some • Follow-up: After aeration, it’s a space, which promotes gas tips from the experts at Exmark to good idea to water the lawn, as well exchange and microbial activity get the most benefits from aeration: as a good time to apply fertilizer in the soil and creates a better, or overseed if needed. Be careful more supportive environment for • Timing: Ideally, aeration should not to apply a pre-emergent if you lawn health and vitality. Aeration take place during times of active plan to overseed, however, as it will also promotes better soil drainage, growth to help with recovery. Avoid prevent the new seed from growing. which helps keep disease at bay aeration during times of heat stress and allows more water to percolate or times preceding dormancy. It’s Don’t let this important, but often
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Gutters guide rainwater and runoff from the roof so it drains properly away from homes. When gutters are clogged with leaves, a number of problems can occur. • Leaks: Water will take the path of least resistance. When clogged
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gutters do not allow the water to drain away properly, water will find other ways to the ground. It may work itself right into the walls and ceilings of the home. In addition to damaging walls and ceilings, moisture inside the home can promote mold growth. It also makes interior spaces more appealing to pests.
• Ice-damming: Left untreated, pooled water and leaves in gutters can freeze over. Blocked water can back up and push against the roof, lifting shingles and destroying the roof in the process.
• Foundation trouble: Clogged gutters also may contribute to flooded basements and cracked foundations. Leaking water will • Excess weight: Gutters are meant pool around the foundation, to hold the weight of traveling expanding when frozen and causing water and not much more. Gutters cracks in basement and crawlspace filled with leaves and other debris walls. It also can cause driveways can quickly become heavy. This and other cement areas around the stresses the entire gutter system and home to sag and crack. can cause the gutters to fall off of Gutter cleaning should be scheduled the home entirely. in the spring and fall of each year. • Nesting areas: Clogged gutters Homeowners can hire guttercan serve as nesting areas for cleaning services to handle the job insects and birds. Mosquitoes and or do the job themselves. Rinse the other insects lay eggs in pooling gutters with water from the hose water. Gutters can quickly become afterward to ensure good run-off. breeding spots for harmful pests. Take the time to seal any leaks as Furthermore, birds may nest in well. This routine maintenance can gutters, creating unsightly messes save homeowners many headaches and more damage. Seeds that and prevent some very expensive sprout in clogged gutters can grow repairs. unchecked.
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8 Ways to Bring Big Style to Small Spaces
(Family Features) As college students prepare to move into dorm rooms and apartments, they trim their packing lists and often sacrifice style due to space restraints. Although it may seem difficult to bring big style into tight quarters, there are several small things you can do to bring your personality to life on move-in day. "Dorm rooms can sometimes feel drab and uninspiring, but just because they're temporary doesn't mean they have to look like it," said Tyler Wisler, interior design expert from Tyler Wisler Home and HGTV's "Design Star." "With the right tools and creative design elements, you can transform your home away from home into a space worth staying." Wisler recommends these simple tips to turn that bland box into something spectacular: 1. Color your world. Incorporate colorful throw pillows and blankets
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with a string trimmer, a leaf blower that has a vacuum function or a commercial shredder/chipper. Add the shredded leaves to a compost pile or use them to fill container plants before adding regular potting soil. • Insulation: Collect leaves to mound over delicate perennial plants and shrubs. The leaves will add more warmth to the soil and may help plants make it through harsh winters. Just remove the leaves slowly when spring arrives so that the soil underneath can get the sunlight and water it needs to thrive. Leave some leaves in the yard so that animals can use them as nesting material and line their dens for the winter. • Stuffing: Create whimsical scarecrows as part of your autumn decoration scheme. Gather older clothes that you no longer use and stuff the sleeves of shirts and the legs of pants with leaves, which are less expensive and easier to come by than straw. Use a few pieces of straw around the neck and hand areas of the scarecrow for visual effect. Tie off with twine and
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the risk that the trees will cause damage to their properties. The following are just some of the ways homeowners can determine if their trees are unhealthy. Homeowners who suspect they have a tree that poses a safety risk should contact a professional tree service for an immediate inspection and steer clear of the tree until an inspection has been performed.
Perhaps because they can live for so many years, trees have a way of falling down homeowners’ landscaping priority lists. Trees also tend to be big and strong, so it’s no surprise that they often are overlooked in favor or other areas of a lawn and garden that don’t seem so strong in the face of Mother • Check around the base of the Nature. tree. The base of a tree may offer some telltale signs that the tree is But trees are susceptible to damage unhealthy. Soil that is cracked or and disease, and homeowners raised at the base of the tree may be who learn to recognize symptoms indicative of a tree that has started of such problems can prevent to uproot. If you recognize any them from escalating and reduce cracking or if the soil is raised, look
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who happens to spend time in its vicinity. Dead wood snaps easily, and falling dead wood can harm anyone unlucky enough to be beneath the tree when the dead wood snaps. Dead wood branches won’t bend in the wind, and such branches frequently fall off of trees when strong gusts of wind come along. Dead branches either won’t have leaves or the leaves will be brown (dead pine branches will have brown needles).
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• Shop locally. Shopping locally Communities Can not only supports local businesses, Celebrate Local but it also contributes to the local Businesses economy. Shopping locally keeps money in the community, which Owning a business is the goal of can benefit everyone. Shopping many would-be entrepreneurs. locally produces a trickle-down Being your own boss has certain effect, as local businesses that are perks, including making your own thriving may patronize other local hours and not having to report to businesses, and so on. This, in turn, anyone but yourself. helps grow other businesses in the community, making it a nicer place But owning a business is a lot to live and work. of work, especially for new business owners trying to get • Spread the word. Word-of-mouth their businesses off the ground. advertising is effective. A respected According to Bloomberg, eight member of the community who out of 10 entrepreneurs who start shares a good experience with a businesses fail within 18 months local business may propel others of opening their doors. The Small to patronize the business. Speak Business Association indicates the up when you feel a business owner numbers are not so dire, saying 30 has provided an exceptional level percent of new businesses fail in of service. Recommend a company the first two years of operation; 50 to friends and neighbors. You also percent during the first five years; may want to review a business via and 66 percent during the first 10. online rating websites such as Yelp Local businesses face an uphill or Angie’s List. battle to survive, but there are many things residents can do to support • Attend grand openings. Each these valuable additions to their community is unique, and often communities. the vibe of a community is defined by the businesses that call that
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BMW’s M235i Emphasizes the Company’s Core Values Some BMW purists insist that the 1973 BMW 2002 tii was By Mike the perfect BMW, and every Covello model should be just as good as that classic sport sedan. Wait, classic is too weak of a descriptor. Some folks say that the BMW 1600/2002 represented the invention of the sport sedan. My week spent in a Glacier Silver Metallic 2015 BMW M235i xDrive Coupe was a glorious time reliving just how much fun driving can be. It wasn’t till I sat down to write this did I realize how complicated it would be explain to you, faithful reader, the origin of this vehicle’s name. This car used to be called a 1 Series, but then they decided that two-door BMWs needed an even number, so it became a “2.” Next up is the “M” designation. This car does not get put in the section of BMW’s website devoted to M models, such as the M3, M4, M5…well you get the picture. Instead it gets an “M Performance” tag. You can get into a BMW 2-Series coupe for $32,850 for a 228i. This buys you a hi-output 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine equipped with two turbochargers. While 240-hp and 255 lb-ft of torque are not enormous numbers, bear in mind this is from only 122 cubic inches of motor. My tester had the highly-refined BMW 3.0-liter in-line six cylinder engine, also boosted with twin turbos. Telling you that it makes 326-hp and 332 lb-ft of torque doesn’t begin to describe this engine. The combination of silky smoothness, instant torque and a snarl at redline typify the glory of this powerplant. Some folks might complain that my tester’s eightspeed automatic transmission diluted the car’s purity. While I like a good six-speed manual transmission as much as the next enthusiast, I was very happy using the well placed paddle shifters. Then there was the car’s ability to change the shift program maps according to my driving style, or my choice of the four Driving Dynamic Control (DDC) setting.
The first DDC setting is Eco Pro. This is the one I experienced the least. The slower throttle response seemed almost a sacrilegious way to treat this great engine. Comfort was the default setting and how I spent most of my time driving the M, I mean the 2. But Sport and Sport Plus are where the M235i likes to live. These defeat the idle-stop feature and besides eliciting faster gear changes, they also tighten up the suspension and, sharpen the throttle response. In Sport Plus, the car’s handling is enhanced by Dynamic Traction control with Cornering Brake Control. Long story shorter, you can transform your M235i from a pleasant car for cruising, to a nearly-track ready pleasure machine. A Motoring Decisively tool if you will.
The exterior has enough curves, creases and details to be appealing, without being too fussy. The interior continues BMW’s tradition of offering a comfortable business cockpit for those who take driving seriously. While the rear wheel drive M235i gets to 60-mph in 4.6 seconds, the XDrive, like my The M235i can easily be used as an everyday car. It requires tester, shaves it down to 4.4 seconds thanks to the front wheels no more compromises than any other small two-door, non- putting some of the power down to the pavement. hatchback car does for transporting people or cargo. Yes, the 20-city/30-highway/24-mpg combined score from the EPA is The big drawback here is price. While the 228i starts in the low not what you might expect from a small grocery-getter. But, 30s, my tester had a base sticker of $44,900, and was optioned for the performance the M235i has to offer, it is very reasonable out to $52,325. Some folks will say that is a reasonable price to mileage. There is even an idle-stop feature that you can easily pay to have a small and nimble sport sedan capable of carrying defeat if getting maximum fuel economy from your BMW isn’t four in a pinch. Feel free to test drive one and see if you have visions of 2002s dancing in your head. your goal.
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Southbridge, Webster & West Brookfield Programs The Bridge strives to be the pre-eminent evidence-based and best practice human service provider. The agency works in full partnership with the individuals, families, and communities that it serves to achieve life-long learning, self-determination, meaningful relationships, productive work, and community living through psychosocial interventions and practices. The Bridge also provides leadership to the service community through consultation and training. Open positions include Program Managers, Treatment Coordinators, Senior Residential Counselors, full-time and part-time Residential Counselors, Awake Overnight Counselors, and Relief Workers to provide support, guidance, advocacy, and case management to our Adult Mental Health and Intellectually Disabled populations. The Bridge offers excellent training opportunities & comprehensive benefits!
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Hello! My name is Inky and I first came to the CCC in the spring of 2014, when I was an older kitten. Pretty soon I was adopted and I thought I had found my forever home! I was so happy and loved my new family. Then, after about a year, I started having an upset tummy and digestive issues and my family returned me to the shelter. I spent some time at the vet's office and am better now, but I do need a special diet to keep my system working well. The stress at the shelter and the vet office are not good for my health, so I am so hoping someone will fall in love with my handsome face and shiny fur and take me home and love me for the rest of my life! If I do say so myself, I am a fun and sweet male cat and I will be a wonderful companion. So please come and meet me and soon I can curl up next to you on your couch or bed. The CCC is also in need of volunteers for all shifts. We have morning shifts, and afternoon/evening shifts 7 days a week. Please visit our website or call our Volunteer Coordinator Linda at (508)949-0779 for more information. We are also in need of supplies, such as paper towels, wet and dry cat and kitten food, trash bags, HE laundry detergent, dryer sheets and Clorox wipes. Any donations are greatly appreciated. They can be dropped off at the shelter when we are open.
The CCC is located at 289 Thompson Road in Webster. We are now open Wednesday through Sunday 12 - 5. Or you can make an appointment. We can be reached at (508) 949-0779. For more information visit our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com /pages/Community-Cat Connection/183756251774389 or check out our available cats on WWW.PETFINDER.COM
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CLASSIFIEDS ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES CASH PAID: Antiques, old toys, glass, furniture, military, old watches, lamps, clocks, pottery, gold & silver. 508949-6030 or 774-230-9937 ROUTE 169 ANTIQUES: Paying cash for antiques and collectibles. We purchase entire estates, single items or collections. 774-230-1662
AUTOS 2007 HARLEY DAVIDSON ROAD KING CLASSIC: Customized painted fairing, windshield, Sirius Radio, new battery. Lots of extras. Excellent condition. Must be seen to appreciate. 860-214-9756
PREMIERE UPHOLSTERY LLC: Convertible Top Replacement. AUTO, MOTORCYCLE, & MARINE upholstery specialist. Call Dan: 774-289-2727
KENMORE REFRIGERATOR: Black side by side with ice maker. Runs good. $125 or best offer. 508-4616637
RESIDENTIAL CLEANING: Quality work with experience. Affordable rates & excellent references. FREE estimates. 508-987-1308
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QUEEN PILLOW TOP MATTRESS SETS: BRAND NEW in plastic. Can deliver. $150. 508-410-7050
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PAINTER NEEDED: Full time work year round. Must have transportation. Carpenter skills a plus. Call Ray at 860-617-0045
FOR SALE 40 VIDEO IMAGES CLASSIC MOVIES: On VHS tapes. $20. 508943-3100 CREEK COMPANY FLOAT FINS: For Swimming. Like new. $20. 508-3477751
4 MAG WHEELS: For 1975 Plymouth Satellite. $99. 508-943-7181
HEAVY DUTY PICNIC TABLE: Wooden octagon. Seats 8-12. $39. 605-868-9241
CASH FOR YOUR CAR OR TRUCK: Putnam Chrysler pays CASH for your car or truck whether you buy from us or not! 860-963-2277
HEAVY DUTY RUSSO HIGH HEAT WOOD STOVE: 36” x 30” with blower. Good Condition. No glass view. 508943-0564
HOME SERVICES DUMP RUNS: Cellar & garage cleanouts. Reasonable rates. John: 508-987-2872 or 774-272-1489 DUMAS DECORATING CENTER: Don’t throw that comfortable chair out. RE-UPHOLSTER IT! 860-9239619 JULIE’S CLEANING SERVICE: SUPER DEALS FOR SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER! Honest, reliable & affordable. Excellent References! 774200-4072 LOCAL SEMI RETIRED CARPENTER SEEKING WORK: 25 PLUS years experience as owner operator of a finish carpentry business. SMALL JOBS WELCOMED! Oxford, MA. Dick Shumway 727-458-9835
K & J TREE REMOVAL: Land clearing & STUMP GRINDING. Free estimates. Fully insured. 508-344-8482 or 774452-2950 PROFESSIONAL CLEANING: Insured & Bonded. Great References. BEST RATES AROUND! 508-341-3640 POSITIVE HOME SERVICES: High quality carpentry. Remodeling, home improvements & HANDYMAN services. Call or email Steve for free quote: positivehomeservice@gmail.com. 508-635-7457
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CLASSIFIEDS CARPET RE-STRETCHED: Installed, cleaned, repaired, stair runners, squeaks. Insured. Don: 508-8587387, 508-472-2804
FOR LEASE POMFRET CENTER, CT: Commercial Building Lot suitable for up to 10,000 sq. ft. building. For Sale/Lease/Build to Suit. 3 Phase Electric Available. Contact: rose.construction@snet.net or 860-928-4072 COMMERCIAL, LIGHT INDUSTRIAL & STORAGE SPACE: 1,000 to 10,000 square feet facility located in Pomfret, CT. Call Rose Construction. 860-928-4072
LOCKSMITH THE LOCK-OUT LOCKSMITHS: Automotive Locks, Safes, Repairs, Installations & More. 24 Hour Emergency Service. Bonded Locksmiths. 508-949-2542
MISC. NEED A PLACE FOR YOUR BUSINESS? 2,100 sq.ft. Shop & Office Space. WILL RENOVATE TO SUIT! Loading Dock, 200 amp service, LP Gas Heat, Conveniently located on Rte 169 in Pomfret Center, CT. Contact: rose.construction@snet.net or 860-928-4072 CUSTOM HANDMADE WEDDING STATIONERY: Show your guests that their attendance is important to you with invitations that will reflect your taste, style & individual personality. Unique & Affordable! Call Michelle: 508-341-2577 PRIVATE HOME HEALTH CARE AID: 20 years experience. Excellent References! Laurie: 508-341-3640 OFFICE CLEANING: Experienced, professional & thorough office cleaning, organizing & more. Free Estimates. Leave message: 508-9431583
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FOR RENT WEBSTER: 18 Mechanic Street. Furnished studio apartment. $145 per week. 508-943-9452 WEBSTER: Furnished studio apt with beautiful lake views. Recent appliances. Includes parking, washer, dryer, trash, heat, hot water, A/C & cable. No pets or smoking. Security deposit. $875 per month. 508-8686157 DUDLEY: Modern & clean 1st & 2nd floor 1 bedroom apartments. Both Include appliances, trash removal, off street parking & sliders to deck. NO smokers / pets. References & credit check. First, last & security. $675 per month plus utilities. 508-344-2231
FOSTER PARENTS WANTED: Seeking Quality Homes throughout Central MA to provide Foster Care to children in need. 24/7 support. Generous Reimbursement. $1,000 Sign on Bonus: DEVEREUX THERAPEUTIC FOSTER CARE. For details: 508-829-6769 I PAY CASH FOR HORROR & MONSTER STUFF: Toys, magazine, t-shirts, posters. ANY COOL STUFF! Mummy, Frankenstein, Dracula, Vampires, Witches & Such. Call Rick: 508- 917-8343 5 SKEINS HOMESPUN BABY YARN: Colors: Sunshine, Creamsicle. Discontinued. 508-832-4838
WEBSTER: 1 & 2 bedroom apartments. $550-$850 per month. For details call: 508-943-0040
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