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FOOD & DRINK
Letter: Not banning continuous tethering puts dogs at risk of suffering heatstroke
There’s no end in sight to the stifling temperatures engulfing the area, and for many dogs who are left chained or penned outside, the heat spells suffering and a prolonged, agonizing death. Every day, PETA fieldworkers find tethered dogs in Bertie County who are deprived of shelter, shade, water, and food — all of which are critical, especially during this dangerously hot weather. The Bertie County Board of Commissioners could save dogs by banning continuous tethering and using emergency calls to warn residents about the...
Cupola House's original woodwork to return to Edenton
EDENTON — An important part of the original 1758 Cupola House will be returning to the historic Edenton structure by the end of the year. The Brooklyn Museum in New York and the Cupola House Association announced this week they’ve reached an agreement for 18th-century first-floor woodwork from the Cupola House to be returned to the Edenton landmark. According to a press release, the woodwork was purchased by the Brooklyn...
Orr column: Swordfish steaks perfect for dinner or get-togethers
I recently stopped by Edenton Farmers Market looking for a quick but tasty dinner to make. I was in luck! Floyd Layden’s son had some beautiful fresh swordfish. The steaks smelled like the sea and had wonderful firm flesh and color. Then I stopped by Donna Spivey’s for some fabulous bread that was still warm and fragrant. ...
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