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About Me
I began writing in 1985, with my work appearing in several local newspapers and magazines. In 2003, I started an online newspaper company, which had two newspapers, the PA Farm News and SolancoNews.com. The latter covered everything from hometown heroes and new businesses to the Nickle Mines Shooting. I have since sold those and am now freelancing!
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Lancaster, PA
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serving all your writing needs including web content, press releases and how to articles
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US travel, genealogy, local (PA) history, diabetes, emergency management
Schools I've Attended
Lock Haven University
Degrees I've Received
B.A. Mass Communications
Job Positions I've Held
writer, editor, photographer, web designer, administrative assistant
Companies I've Worked For
Examiner.com, Suite 101, Online Community News, PA Farm News, SolancoNews.com, Lancaster Farming, Lancaster Newspapers, Coatesville Record, Village News
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Grab your towels. May 25th is Towel Day since, It is a day of tribute to Douglas Adams, author the science fiction trilogy The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. The day will be celebrated by fans around the world. It was first celebrated in 2001, just two weeks after Adams sudden and unexpected death. Grab your towels and some friends - just maybe not their towels! - and pay tribute to Adams on May 25.
Pennsylvania has already reported the earliest detection of a West Nile virus-carrying mosquito since testing began in 2000. Other states are reporting instances as well. Certain mosquito species - although not all - carry the virus that can cause humans to contract West Nile encephalitis, an infection that can result in inflammation of the brain. Without a vaccine, the best defense is prevention. These tips will help you reduce your exposure and therefore your risk of contracting West Nile Viru...
Memorial Day is a day set aside to remember those who have given their lives so that we might enjoy the freedoms that so many of us take for granted. Many of you are no doubt looking forward to that three day weekend. Plan some family time! These simple suggestions are aimed at helping you plan to enjoy Memorial Day with family and firends.
America’s Hidden Gems are all over the nation, including Pennsylvania. There are 18 national parks, over 3,000 listings on the National Registry of Historic Places, seven National Heritage Areas and 164 National Historic Landmarks in Pennsylvania. From the days of William Penn, Pennsylvania was a leader among the nation in agriculture, anthracite, lumber, steel and religious freedom. There are also countless “hidden gems” that are not on any historic list. Included here is merely a samplin...
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) reports a multistate outbreak of Salmonella in humans. Fourteen people in nine different states have confirmed cases of Salmonella. Diamond Pet is expanding a voluntary recall to include batches of nine brands of dry pet food formulas manufactured between December 9, 2011 and April 7, 2012 due to potential Salmonella contamination.
New York has many historical parks and landmarks to entrance anyone interested in either American heritage or specifically New York history. May is National Preservation Month and the theme this year is "Discover America's Hidden Gems". This month go visit your local historical landmarks. Each landmark has its own personal story to tell in relation to the history of your local area.
May is National Preservation Month and the theme this year is "Discover America's Hidden Gems". This month go visit your local historical landmarks. Each landmark has its own personal story to tell in relation to the history of your local area. The Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado tells a story of the Ancient Pueblo people. The Concord Point Lighthouse in Havre de Grace, Maryland tells a maritime story. Each story is a chapter in our American history and heritage.
More than 25 million Americans have asthma, including seven million children. This month (May) is Asthma Awareness Month and during the month, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) will work to raise awareness about this chronic condition which, by definition, is a disease that affects the lungs.
Originally known as "Barr's Quarries", Quarryville got its name from the various quarries in the area and can trace its history back to 1775. Quarryville is a small borough in Southern Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Today, a little over 2000 people call this borough home. Quarryville Borough has much to offer both in organizations and businesses.
Juliette Gordon Low is one of 13 influential people to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom. President Barack Obama announced the recipients last week. The Medal of Freedom, the Nation’s highest civilian honor, will be presented in late spring at the White House. Low founded the Girl Scouts a hundred years ago in 1912.
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