Summer vacation is over, and autumn is nearing. This month, be prepared to see some stars, planets, and meteors as the cool air chases away the humidity (hopefully).             The Aurigids Meteor Shower is ongoing from August 28 to September 5. Its peak will fall on September 1, producing around six meteors per hour. The […] Read more »

At long last, Marion’s new Maritime Center is officially opened as of Tuesday, August 26. This momentous feat has been years in the making, and those present at the event signify its importance. The ribbon cutting took place about six months after February’s open house, with the new $3.5 million facility now fully operational.             […] Read more »

            On Monday night, August 25, Rochester’s Boy Scout Troop 31 gathered at Grange Hall with their families to celebrate and conduct an Eagle Court of Honor Ceremony. Four boys were rising the ranks to become Eagle Scouts: Logan, Noah, Quinn, and Reece.             The boys had achieved their medals over the last few months, […] Read more »

            This week in Revolutionary War History, let’s discuss what was going on 250 years ago in and around the colonial Province of Massachusetts Bay. Last week, the Continental Army was laying out plans to combat their dire lack of supplies, both food and arms. Washington was also displeased with information circulating of American POWs […] Read more »

            The top two causes of blindness world-wide are cataracts and glaucoma.             Cataracts happen to us all eventually. This clouding of the normally clear lens is the eyes’ equivalent of graying hair. If the cataract does not bother you, it can be watched. Eventually surgery may be needed, and is usually successful, but no […] Read more »

            On Tuesday, the Elizabeth Taber Library opened their new workshop, or “makerspace” they’re calling “Marion Makes.” Many showed up to see all the new equipment at their disposal, with bikes dumped at the curb and kids running inside to use some of the new 3D pens, 3D printer, cricut machines, and plenty of others. […] Read more »

            Second in a series exploring Europe’s diverse landscapes and gardens, from formal designs to wild, natural beauty…             One of the greatest perks of traveling is enjoying beautiful gardens without any of the upkeep. You can love ’em and leave ’em so to speak.             As we journeyed to Paris aboard the Eurostar, memories […] Read more »

            Andrew Apperson, Nathan Kane, and Elizabeth Sherry hosted a disc golf clinic for families and local residents who look to learn more about the rising popularity of the sport as well as try their hand at throwing some discs at Old Rochester Regional’s new nine-hole disc golf course around the school campus.             Apperson […] Read more »

The Town of Marion is pleased to announce the grand rededication of DePina Landing on River Road, celebrated with an open house on Wednesday, August 14.             On a beautiful afternoon, Town officials, community members, and members of the DePina family gathered to honor the site’s history and legacy.             Town Administrator Geoffrey Gorman welcomed […] Read more »

Lithium? Yes, that lithium – the silver-white metal that is used in batteries and which burns easily.             Lithium has been used in medicine for over 100 years. Lithium carbonate is currently widely used to stabilize the mood swings of bipolar disorder (manic-depressive illness).             There have been tantalizing clues for many decades about a […] Read more »