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What's a dog? So a quiet home with adults and teens would be best for us. Please come to the shelter and meet us!

The CCC is in need of supplies, especially litter (Scoop Away), bleach, laundry detergent, dry and wet cat and kitten food (Purina/Friskies), paper towels, trash bags, and treats! Any help is very much appreciated!

We are located at 289 Thompson Road in Webster and are open Thursday through Sunday 12pm-3:30pm. You can see more of our adoptable cats on Petfinder and Adopt-a-pet and we would love it if you would follow us and share our kitties on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com /pages/Community-Cat Connection/18375625177438.

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Summer nausea is a thing: 4 tips to prevent nausea from ruining fun in the sun (BPT) - Summer is the long-awaited season for fun and relaxation, warm weather and quintessential outdoor activities. However, the season's most anticipated and exciting events can also lead to a not-sofun problem: nausea. Whether it's chasing kids through the park, dreaded long commutes in the heat or seeing the season's newest 3D blockbuster, plans can quickly be ruined by the onset of nausea.

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guide each breath, focusing on calming lavender smells or bringing a travel-sized air freshener around those deep breaths. with you to help mask bad odors 4. Mask smelly triggers when they arise.

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1. Take cover day in the sand, stuffing your carryHeat exhaustion is a common on with travel essentials or stocking While rabbits have near-perfect problem many people may up for a hot day at a theme park, it's encounter during the summer and it important to be prepared for any 360-degree panoramic vision, summer ailments that might strike. their most critical blind spot is When it comes to nausea, pack directly in front of their nose.

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with shrimp! And for that, America's favorite seafood deserves a toast.

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Corn, soybeans and nuts: Top U.S. exports feed the economy

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globe, with more tons produced each year than any other grain.

overseas. One prime example of this is NAFTA (North American Free Trade Agreement).

• Soybeans: Soybeans are the largest source of protein in agriculture. They are also used to make a variety of nonfood products, including crayons, candles and haircare products. The U.S. exports about half of its soybeans to other countries.

"Syngenta remains engaged with U.S. government officials to monitor impacts in renegotiations and trade-dispute actions," Peterson says. "The current threat of trade wars or withdrawing from trade agreements may harm agriculture."

• Nuts: Nuts are wholesome and versatile. From using nuts in spreads and oils to snacking on roasted varieties, people, domestically and internationally, enjoy them every day. In December 2017, the U.S. exported $936 million worth of nuts.

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Beat-the-Heat Tips for Summer (StatePoint) Want to beat the heat this summer? Staying cool in hot weather can be easier with these top tips.

Bottom’s Up Staying hydrated is one of the most important things you can do to regulate your body temperature.

While it certainly helps to carry a water bottle with you everywhere you go, you don’t have to stick to plain water in order to quench your thirst. Summer is all about fresh fruit and vegetables like cucumber, watermelon, berries and pineapples. Add slices of these juicy summer favorites to a pitcher of water, or simply make a fruit salad or smoothie.

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yourself cooler? On the hottest days of summer, skip laboring over a hot stove or opening and closing a blazing oven. Instead, opt for light, cook-free meals. Gazpacho, creative salads, lettuce wraps, summer rolls, hummus and grape leaves are all great options for lunch and dinner, as are sweet or savory yogurt and cottage cheese parfaits for breakfast.

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Before you head out, download apps, such as MySwimPro for swimming, Glassy for surfing and Fishbrain for fishing, to enhance your summer sport activities.

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HELP WANTED Tips to Create a Resume That Lands You Interviews (StatePoint) Have you been applying for jobs and sending your resume out at every opportunity only to be met with total silence?

The jobs are out there and you know you are capable, so, what’s the problem?

“Remember, your resume is an advertisement of yourself, and if it is flawed, you are seen as flawed.” says Michael McAuliffe, president of Family Credit Management.

“The objective is to make you look as good as you can on paper while being honest.”

Perfecting Your Resume Sixty-one percent of recruiters will automatically dismiss a resume because it contains typos, according to CareerBuilder. Start by combing over every line, eliminating typos, inconsistencies, spacing issues and other errors. At some point, put your resume aside and return to it a bit later with a fresh pair of eyes or even ask a trusted friend or family member to take a look at it as well.

industries favor a straightforward listing of previous positions, others favor highlighting accomplishments and skills attained. If you aren’t sure about your industry’s resume preferences, you can easily Google this information.

The Hiring Process Beyond typos and formatting, there may be another factor killing your prospects. More than half of job candidates are eliminated from the online job search by an applicant tracking system, which filters out resumes that don’t match the job description. This means if you don’t use the right words and put them in the right order, your resume will never be seen by human eyes.

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Estate Plans: You're Not "Even in the simplest of family conversations that don't Doing Anyone a Favor situations, occur frequently and in detail can

by Avoiding the Subject result in fairly substantial family disagreements and disconnects," (NewsUSA) - Do your kids realize says Ruth. "Establishing an estate just how much money you're really plan is your best bet to ensure your worth once all your assets are added loved ones are taken care of in your up? absence and that your wishes are carried out the way you want."

If they're anything like the adult offspring surveyed for Fidelity In fact, according to the study, the Investments' "Family & Finance two generations apparently can't Study," the answer is a resounding even agree on whether they've -- and rather scary -- "no." In already had such detailed talks. fact, seven out of 10 of them underestimated their parents' estate Seventy percent of parents surveyed by an average of $278,000. believe they have; more than 50 percent of their children claim they That's right, by more than a quarter haven't. of a million dollars.

So what are the benefits of an estate The reason that's scary -- and why plan? Well, among other things, it it should be a wake-up call for allows you to: even those with modest estates they hope to pass on to heirs -- is • Preserve and maintain control simple: It illustrates a breakdown in over the transfer of your assets. communications that Kevin Ruth, head of Fidelity's wealth planning • Protect your family's privacy and and personal trust, says badly possibly avoid probate. needs addressing through 'frank conversations" between parents and • Provide immediate access to their adult children. liquidity.

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• Choose how your beneficiaries will receive assets.

• Designate who'll execute your wishes even if you're just incapacitated.

Plus, for those who despise the thought of the government getting any more money than legally required, having a sound estate plan in place could help your heirs avoid needlessly paying certain Federal estate taxes (not to mention state estate and inheritance taxes, depending on local laws).

Attorneys and tax advisors can help you set up an estate plan, and Ah, but you're stuck on that online resources like Fidelity's $278,000 figure, right?

Estate Planning Overview provide a good idea of what's involved.

Actually, given how complicated Fidelity customers also have access today's lives often are -- what with to its new Estate Planner to more stepchildren's interests to protect, thoroughly prepare and educate say, and family businesses to pass themselves for a meeting, right on -- most people, and not just down to details like organizing the very wealthy, could do with documents and choosing lawyers. some solid estate planning. Heck, even distributions from IRAs and As for why parents and their Roth IRAs can be tricky if the children may be reluctant to discuss aim is to "stretch" payments out to the subject, Ruth has an explanation: beneficiaries, tax-deferred or tax- "It's human nature to avoid thinking free, for as long as decades. about one's own mortality."

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The members of the band are from Central MA and Northeastern CT. Film Screening - Forever My Girl Art plays a driving bass and is also SOUTHBRIDGE - The Jacob Ed- well known in the area for his tastewards Library is hosting a film ful classical guitar. Ed has played in screening on Thursday, June 14 numerous local bands and is a multi from 6pm to 7:30pm. The movie instrumentalist - playing mandolin, Forever My Girl will be shown. banjo and harmonica. Bob plays A country-music star reconnects guitar and composes the band’s with an old flame while visiting his original songs. hometown in Louisiana. Rated PG. Running time 104 min. Sponsored Supported by a grant from the

by Friends of the Jacob Edwards Li- Southbridge Cultural Council, a brary. local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural CounJune 15th cil, a state agency. Sponsored by Southbridge Cultural Council and St. Joseph 45th Annual Friends of Jacob Edwards Library.

Polish Festival Dudley Grange WEBSTER - The St. Joseph 45th Strawberry Festival Annual Polish Festival will be held the weekend of June 15th through DUDLEY - It is time for the Annual 17th at the St. Joseph School Dudley Grange Strawberry Festival. grounds, 47 Whitcomb St., Webster On Thursday, June 21 please join MA. Polish and American food will the Dudley Grange at 4pm until the be served, live music, raffles, kid- berries are gone. Strawberry Shortdie land, bounce house, St. Joseph cakes are made with fresh strawberSchool Talent Show and so much ries, home style biscuits and real more! So join us for a fun-filled freshly whipped cream. Sugar-Free weekend to greet the arrival of sum- is available for diabetics upon remer! For more information, contact quest. Strawberry Shortcake tickets St. Joseph Basilica Rectory at 508- are $6 for adults and $4 for children.

For tickets in advance see the Dud943-0467. ley Town Clerk, Peters Hair Salon or see A Dudley Grange Member. The June 16th traditional Frog Jumping Contest will take place (the Grange requests Charlton Garden Tours CHARLTON - Garden Tours in that all frog entries be put back Charlton on June 16th from 10am- where you found them). Sign-up 3pm! Featured will be gardens of 6 from 4:15pm-5:50pm and the conlocal residents in all their summer test begins at 6pm. Live music will splendor. Join us in touring these be performed by The Old Fiddlers’ classic and unique outdoor spaces Club of Rhode Island, and Franny celebrating the wonder of nature. Mack. Other activities include Face Proceeds will benefit Elm Street Painting, Games for kids, Smoke Congregational Church in South- House, Old Fashion Cars, Dunk bridge, MA. Tickets are available Tank and More. Fresh Hand Cut for $15 by calling Tricia Gay @ 774- French Fries, Hamburgers, Cheese230-3589 or Linda at the church of- burgers, Hotdogs and Cotton Candy will also be available. The Black fice @ 508-764-8058.

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Rusty String Band Concert June 24th SOUTHBRIDGE - Please join the Jacob Edwards Library on ThursAlbanian Day Picnic day, June 21 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm SOUTHBRIDGE, MA - St. Nichofor a free concert with the Rusty las Albanian Orthodox Church will String Band! hold its annual Albanian Day Picnic

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The public is invited. The picnic will be held rain or shine and admission is free.

This event is sponsored in part by a grant from the Southbridge Cultural Council, a local agency which is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

June 25th Crocodile River SOUTHBRIDGE - Please join the Jacob Edwards Library on Monday, June 25 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm for the Summer Reading Kick-Off !

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June 28th PRIDE IN SOUTHBRIDGE WITH MATT ANCTIL SOUTHBRIDGE - Please join the Jacob Edwards Library for their Annual Pride event on Thursday, June 28 at 6:30pm! This year’s speaker is Broadway performer and Southbridge native, Matt Anctil. At the Jacob Edwards Library, 236 Main Street. Sponsored by the Friends of Jacob Edwards Library.

June 30th Open Mic Poetry Share WEBSTER - Open Mic Poetry Share at Booklovers’ Gourmet on Saturday, June 30 from 2pm to 4pm, 55 East Main Street, Webster, MA. Bring original or favorite poetry to share. Free and open to the public.

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SPR ING 2 0 18 June 30th Poetry Reading and Book Signing WEBSTER - Poetry reading and book signing with Ronald J. Whittle at Booklovers’ Gourmet on Saturday, June 30 from 12pm to 2pm, 55 East Main Street, Webster. Shrewsbury native Ron Whittle reflects about love and war in his unique, emotional prose style of writing in his chapbook “Goodbye Again”.

Free. Books available for purchase.

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About the author: Ronald J. Whittle is a lifetime resident of Massachusetts, born in Worcester and raised and educated in his hometown of Shrewsbury, MA. Further education came by way of the U.S. Navy, Vietnam, the Apollo 13 recovery team and 45 years of family living. Ron divides his time between Worcester and Cape Cod. His influences include Tom Waits, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Edgar Allan Poe, Ogden Nash, Ezra Pound and Rod McKuen. He is a member of the Worcester County Poetry Association, the Works in Progress/Outlaw Stage and the Worcester Artist Group, a founding member of the Worcester Art Walk and a member of the Warrior Writers of Boston. Several of his poems have been published in various magazines and he has recently been recognized internationally.

July 1st Southbridge Summer Concert Series SOUTHBRIDGE - Come out to the Southbridge Summer Concert Series to enjoy latin musical stylings of Los Sugar Kings on Sunday, July 1st from 6pm to 8pm. New England Music Award Winners, Los Sugar Kings is a Boston-Based Cuban Roots, Rock & Reggae Fusion quartet who write, record and perform across the North-East United States.

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July 3rd Harrington Hospital Mobile Unit SOUTHBRIDGE - The Harrington Hospital Mobile Unit will be in front of the Jacob Edwards Library on Tuesday, July 3, from 11am to 1pm.

Come by and chat with members of the Self Wellness program from the Harrington Hospital. They have lots of FREE information on health and wellness and will be parked on Main Street in front of the library from 11am to 1pm.

Harrington Self Wellness program works with people between the ages of 13-26. and provide servies and referrals on healthy relationships, domestic violence, LGBTQ, Pregnancy Prevention, Birth Control Options, and more! Free blood pressure screenings will be offered as well as a quick review of hands-only CPR. Drop in and see what they have to offer! Sponsored by Harrington Hospital.

July 8th Southbridge Summer Concert Series SOUTHBRIDGE - Come out to the Southbridge Summer Concert Series to enjoy music and pop from JoyCo on Sunday, July 8th from 6pm to 8pm. This is kind of how it all started for JoyCo. Brian and Ray played jazz together in high school in college years; Ray and Hugh met in the shortly thereafter; now the three of them have almost two decades experience performing together. That experience has developed a seasoned jazz group for subtle, sensitive background cocktail music or compelling on-stage entertainment, or anything in between, if that’s what you need for your event.

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(StatePoint) Summer means BBQs, beach time and swimsuits, but it could also mean a change in eating habits and not necessarily for the better. Many people work hard throughout the winter in hopes of losing weight before summer, but when summer arrives, they abandon their healthy lifestyle and risk gaining weight.

“A healthy lifestyle is just that -a lifestyle -- and can definitely be attainable all year long with the right tools,” says Mandi Knowles, dietitian for South Beach Diet.

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is just like any other, and you’ll be way less likely to over-indulge.

• Have Fruit for Dessert: Delicious fruit is in season, so trade that lemon meringue pie for some fresh cantaloupe or strawberries. Offer to make a fruit salad for potlucks, picnics and barbecues. Don’t forget fruit smoothies. Add fresh spinach or kale to your shake and you’ll fulfill a vegetable serving while satiating your sweet tooth.

• Stick to Your Routine: On vacations and weekends it’s easy to spiral away from good habits.

To avoid a weight loss setback, try sticking to your weekday routine.

Make good choices like eating a nutritious breakfast, getting some exercise and packing healthful snacks to fuel your day.

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5 home-buying tips for first-timers and oldtimers (BPT) - Whether you are buying a home for the first time or you are just looking for an upgrade, it is never a bad idea to arm yourself with tips that can make your search go from overwhelming to enjoyable.

Rather than learning the hard way about hidden expenses and difficult neighbors, there are things you can do to feel more confident as you begin your search.

With a seller's market in many parts of the country, these tips are even more important as you battle other buyers for the home of your dreams. The more efficient and straightforward you are in your search, the better chance you'll have to hear "offer accepted."

Consider all the costs When starting the home-buying journey, the first thing to consider is the cost and expenses. When preapproved for a mortgage of a certain amount, keep in mind that number is not a target - it is a maximum.

While a seller's market often means little wiggle room on price, your best bet is to find a property below that number so you have a financial cushion when negotiations happen.

It is important to remember the mortgage is not the total cost of your home. It usually only covers principal, interest, property taxes and homeowner's insurance premiums.

Homeownership involves many other expenses like closing costs, home repairs and potential yearly increases in property taxes.

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Be flexible but firm Finding the right home requires a delicate balance of flexibility and finesse. At the same time, you want to stand firm when it comes to your non-negotiables in your new home

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(price, school district, a second bathroom).

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Agents have the expertise and time to devote to your search that allows you to flex when opportunity arises and get a home that doesn't break your budget. Finding the right agent is a lot like finding the right home you need to do your research. Get referrals for accredited agents and have meetings with two or three of them before deciding who to hire.

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Meet the neighbors While location is important, many factors feed into a great neighborhood. From disputes over pets and parking to personality clashes, neighbors can have a big impact on your happiness as a homeowner. Before committing to a neighborhood, take time to walk the street and gauge compatibility with the neighbors you meet. Talking with the neighbors may also reveal hidden quirks about the home you would not have known otherwise,

such as a basement that constantly Be realistic, because the money for floods or an ongoing dispute about maintenance on a bigger house is a property line. money in your pocket at a smaller house that has many of the features More house is more work you want.

Television shows have glamorized home renovation. Before deciding Lastly, remember that no home on a "fixer upper," make sure you improvement project will change have a full understanding of what your commute or how noisy the it will take - and how much it will nearby traffic is. cost - to make the house match your vision. Construction projects often take longer than anticipated and can reveal other problems that end up costing more money. If your home is a complete renovation you also won't be able to live there during construction, so you need to ask yourself, can you afford to pay for two homes forseveral months?

Similarly, a larger house means more time and money spent on upkeep. A house with a big yard may have great curb appeal but will you truly use all that space?

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Use your head, not your heart One final piece of advice - do not let your emotions take over the process. Choosing a home can be stressful and overwhelming. It is important to keep a level head. No decision this big should be made on an impulse, so take your time and think through every aspect of the process.

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