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Delaware County, NY

Columbus, OH

Scattered across more than 400 acres of Cattaraugus County, New York is the Griffis Sculpture Park. Said to be the first sculpture park in the United States it was started by Larry Griffis in 1966. Today is is the largest sculpture park in the country. It also serves as a...

A Lap of America – Griffis Sculpture Park

Real Simple

4 Shade-Loving Perennials That Need Barely Any Sunlight

Albany, NY

An illegal migrant has been arrested for allegedly raping a 15-year-old girl in his car in upstate New York in May, it has been revealed. Sakir Akkan, 21, is accused of forcing the girl into his vehicle in Albany during the early hours of May 14 after first threatening her with a metal pole, according to court documents cited by News13. Akkan, from Turkey, allegedly then took off the victim's clothes off and raped her, the filing charges.

Illegal migrant arrested for 'raping' Albany girl, 15, in his car in crime-free upstate NY neighborhood

Perennial flowers are a fantastic addition to any garden! They come back year after year, providing consistent beauty and structure to your garden beds. One of the best things about perennials is that many of them have long bloom periods, offering vibrant colors from spring through fall. These long-blooming perennials can create a continuously beautiful garden without the need for replanting each season.

17 Perennial Flowers That Bloom From Spring To Fall

Every item on this page was chosen by a The Pioneer Woman editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Does this sound familiar? You’ve spent countless hours tending to your garden, nurturing each plant with care and dedication, only to have deer wander in and devour all your hard work! It can be extremely frustrating to see your beautiful spring and summer flowers and carefully cultivated vegetable garden reduced to mere stems. But don’t worry—there are effective strategies to keep these pretty yet persistent visitors at bay. We even talked to a gardening expert to get tips on how to keep deer out of your garden. Whether you're dealing with curious fawns or seasoned adults, these proven methods can help you reclaim your garden and enjoy its beauty without the constant worry of deer damage. But first, you need to be able to identify whether deer are indeed paying visits to your garden.

How to Keep Deer Out of Your Garden

Maine State

Camden, ME

The Independent

A well-connected couple in Maine who allegedly poisoned trees that blocked a view of the ocean have drawn the ire of their small community and even sparked an investigation by the state attorney general.Amelia Bond, former CEO of the St. Louis Foundation, which oversees charitable funds with more than $500m in assets, is accused of applying herbicide to oak trees in front of her neighbor’s waterfront property in 2021 without consent.According to legal documents, when the trees and surrounding vegetation began dying in June 2022, Bond offered to help split the cost of removing them from in front of the...

A wealthy couple is accused of killing trees to score the ultimate ocean view. Now they’re paying for it

The More You Cut These Flowers, the More They Bloom! Check out our guide to flowers that flourish from deadheading. In order to gain something, you have to lose something. This is especially true with certain varieties of annuals and perennials that bloom better after their flowers are removed. In this deadheading flowers list, we present a selection of such plants that flower profusely the more you cut them! So get your shears ready, and let’s deadhead!

The More You Cut these 9 Flowers the More They Bloom

Coffee County, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

The Coffee County Drug Unit, along with deputies from the department, apprehended two individuals last week in separate incidents, one allegedly found in possession of methamphetamine and the other the subject of a prior narcotics investigation who attempted to evade law enforcement.

Coffee Drug Unit Arrests Two in Separate Incidents; Meth Possession and Fleeing Suspect Apprehended

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. Details. Start these plants in July for a delicious fall harvest. With sunny days, consistent weather and warmer soil, July can be a great time to. and plant more starts. By picking the right vegetables and flowers for your climate, you...

What to plant in July: Best vegetables and flowers to grow

Weeding can be one of the most tedious and frustrating aspects of gardening. It’s disheartening to see unwanted plants take over your meticulously cared-for garden beds. But what if I told you there’s a way to reduce the amount of time spent pulling weeds while enhancing the beauty of your garden? Enter ground covers—nature’s own weed suppressors! These fast-growing, dense plants can be a gardener’s best friend, shading out those pesky weeds and providing a lush, green carpet of foliage.

No More Weeds! 10 Fast-Growing Ground Covers That Choke Out Weeds

Virginia State

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Virginia fans of The Bold and the Beautiful, if you were watching earlier this week when Tom Star (Clint Howard died), you know that Li Finnegan (Naomi Matsuda) did not honor her Hippocratic Oath as a physician to "do no harm".

The Bold and the Beautiful shocker: Dr. Li Finnegan broke her Hippocratic Oath by watching Tom die

Newark, NJ

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Morristown Minute

Ali Carney, 46, of Newark, received a 65-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute narcotics, including fentanyl and heroin, and possessing with intent to distribute fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Gang Member Sentenced to 65 Months for Drug Trafficking

August is a transitional month in the garden. As summer begins to wind down, it’s an excellent time to plant flowers that will bloom in the fall or even next spring. Planting in August allows flowers to establish themselves before cooler temperatures set in. Here are some beautiful and...

10 Flowers to Plant in AUGUST so Your Backyard Keeps Blooming

NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

Gardening Know How

Plants with a long flowering season provide continuous color and interest throughout the growing seasons. Discover beautiful perennials known for their extended bloom times.

8 Longest-Flowering Perennials – For Blooms In Spring, Summer And Fall

Dengarden

10 Smells Squirrels, Chipmunks, and Other Garden Critters Hate

Saint Johns County, FL

Hastings, FL

Jacksonville Today

Eight people have been arrested on drug charges stemming from an undercover investigation at a convenience store in Hastings, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office.

8 arrested in Hastings drug and gambling bust

Georgia State

Douglas, GA

A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

While their antics are entertaining, squirrels can cause a lot of damage when they start digging up potted plants. Common tree squirrels with their big bushy tails and striped ground squirrels (also known as chipmunks) can uproot a thriving container garden in short order. Guided by their instinct to bury food for later use, squirrels often see a pot as a perfect spot for hiding their bounty. Also, the tender vegetation in the container is a tempting food source. Encourage these active rodents to play in the dirt elsewhere with these simple tactics for protecting your potted plants.

How to Keep Squirrels Out of Potted Plants: 7 Smart Tips

Have a shaded area in your garden and want to add more color, dimension, and texture? Grow perennials that thrive in the shade. Many perennials need an abundance of sunlight but there are plenty of plants that prefer partial or full shade. Shade perennials add vibrancy to your yard and many attract pollinators, such as bees, butterflies, and birds, too.

The 12 Best Perennials To Grow In Shade, According To Gardening Experts

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Woman killed after tree falls on camper during severe storm in Upstate NY

A 45-year-old woman inside a camper at a campground in Upstate New York was killed by tree that fell during a powerful storm on Saturday, officials...

Woman killed after tree falls on camper during severe storm in Upstate NY

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