Gardening GUSTO
Gardening Corn, con gus to!
No matter how much we eagerly anticipate summer (especially during our crazy winter blizzards) there comes a time (around about now) when high-summer’s heat and humidity make everyone grumpy and worn out. Thank goodness, the challenges of August weather can be likened to childbirth: we forget how difficult it really is when the expected payoff arrives. Full Story
Under the Hood
An Introduction to the Diagnostic Process
There is an awful lot of mystery concerning how trained technicians diagnose vehicles. I believe that this often leads many to underestimate the expertise and professionalism of many technicians. Full Story
Sifting Through the Sands of Time
Courier Archives
90 Years Ago 2 October 1, 1920
J. Elmer Cates Discusses
League of Nations Issue
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WASHINGTON DISPATCHES
Keeping an Eye on Our Representation in D.C.
Ground Zero Mosque Full Story
The Best of Pastimes
Climb a Tower and Explore Stone Chambers at Mount Nimham
There are a few places in Putnam County that offer a 360-degree panoramic view. Many of those require more advanced hiking skills. Luckily, the dirt road to the top of Mt. Nimham provides relatively easy access to one of those amazing sites. On your way up the trail, you can stop to explore either of the two stone chambers that are located along the way. Full Story
Let’s Play a Game. . . Where in the County is The Courier?
If you can identify this location in Putnam County and be the first caller to 845.225.3633 on Monday, August 16, at 10am (according to the clock at the COURIER office), you will win a special surprise Full Story
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