One of three Chautauqua County hospitals is proposing a change in operations that is a game-changer for the community and rural health care throughout the nation. In a news release from Allegheny Health Network last week, AHN Westfield Memorial Hospital announced it would be pursuing a rural ...
Issuing a general invitation through a front page story in the Times Observer (Jan. 13), I attended the presentation called “Examining LGBTQIA+ Scripture: A Conversation on Inclusion and Understanding” at a local church given by a pastor. The pastor justifying LGBTQIA sexual ...
The word “transparency” is now big among Americans. Especially on the governmental front — local, state as well as national — anger pours forth when the public learns about secrecy having prevailed, especially regarding an important, controversial issue that impacts them directly, ...
No, I am not actually snowed in, but it feels like it. Now do not get me wrong. I do not mind being home. I like the feeling of being in a safe place. Years ago, I told my minister that I would not be in church if I was not sure I could get back home. He was not impressed. Later that year ...
Development of the Allegheny River in the city limits has been a hot topic over the past few years. On Wednesday, city residents got a chance to take a look at the latest iteration of development plans and, more importantly, an opportunity to give feedback before work begins in earnest later ...
This morning, Dear Richard said, “I’m making scrambled eggs. Want some?” He does this about three or four days a week. I accept his offer occasionally. Most winters, oatmeal is my game. I like the quick variety – five minutes – from measuring the oats and water to the brown sugar ...