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  • Dianne Green sits on the porch of her home in Chicago on Wednesday, March 24, 2021. Green, a retiree and cancer survivor, said she struggled with loneliness after several family members died in 2019 and early 2020. Then the pandemic hit. She credits a "friendly caller" from Rush University Medical Center with pulling her out of the depths of despair. Even before the pandemic, a survey found that 61 percent of American adults said they were lonely. A year of added isolation highlighted a problem that health officials say is as harmful as obesity and smoking.
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    Loneliness is rampant. A simple call, or hug, may be a cure
    CHICAGO (AP) — The stranger’s call came when Dianne Green needed it most. Alone in the home where she’d raised four kids, grieving recently deceased relatives, too fearful of...
    By LINDSEY TANNER and MARTHA IRVINE
  • The sculpture "I Want to Fly to the Universe" by Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama is reflected in a pool at the New York Botanical Garden, Thursday, April 8, 2021 in the Bronx borough of New York. The expansive exhibit has opened, and ticket sales have been brisk in a pandemic-weary city hungry for more outdoor cultural events.
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    Artist gives nature a `cosmic' twist in big NY garden show
  • Eugenia Alexander is planning to build a creative green safe space for the community serving the city of East Saint Louis at the intersection of Trendley Ave. and 11th St. (Derik Holtmann/Belleville News-Democrat via AP)
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    Urban farmers work to bring fresh food to southwest Illinois
  • Matthias Krull, a former banker for Switzerland's Julius Baer in Venezuela, poses for a portrait at his home in Miami on March 18, 2021. For two decades, Krull played a singular role in Venezuela as the go-to private banker for government insiders, before pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering in Miami federal court in 2018.
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    Swiss banker to Venezuelan kleptocrats becomes star witness
  • This undated photo shows tomato being planted in a garden in New Paltz, NY. One week after the "average date of the last killing frost" for your garden is the time when it's generally safe to plant out tomato transplants. (Lee Reich via AP)
    Living
    Turning point: When is it safe to plant your garden?
  • This undated photo shows lettuce seedlings in New Paltz, NY. After three or four weeks, these lettuce plants will fill their "cells" and be ready to transplant outdoors in the garden. (Lee Reich via AP)
    Living
    Time to try growing some vegetable or flower transplants
  • The cottage garden in front of the visitor center at Bartlett Arboretum and Gardens is full of blooming flowers.
    Living
    5 ways to bring your garden back to life this spring
  • News
    Swiss banker to Venezuela's ruling elite turns star witness
    Matthias Krull, a former banker for Switzerland's Julius Baer in Venezuela, poses for a portrait at his home in Miami on March 18, 2021. For two decades, Krull played a singular role in Venezuela as the go-to private banker for government insiders, before pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering in Miami federal court in 2018. MIAMI (AP) — Matthias Krull pulls up his pant leg and slides a gardening shear on the ankle monitor that for two years has been a reminder of his crimes. With a court order in hand, the former Swiss banker snips the hard plastic — releasing... By JOSHUA GOODMAN
  • Living
    More birders sighted in Central Park this spring migration
    FILE - In this Dec. 5, 2018 file photo, people try to get pictures of a Mandarin duck, center, in Central Park in New York. The pandemic, which shut so many people inside their homes, has led to an increased appreciation of nature in general, and of outdoor activities like hiking, gardening and birding. Folks who have been bird-watching in Central Park for years say they see lots of newcomers to the hobby. NEW YORK (AP) — This spring, longtime Central Park birder and naturalist Gabriel Willow is feeling a little less nervous than he did a year ago. Standing on the park’s Bow Bridge with binoculars, Willow recalls the early days of the... By JOSEPH B. FREDERICK
  • Living
    The ubiquitous orchid: A pandemic project with surprises
    FILE - Pots of Phalaenopsis orchids appear at one of Hong Kong's largest orchid farms located at Hong Kong's rural New Territories on Jan. 14, 2021. Not so long ago, orchids were regarded as rare and exotic. But these days, thanks to new propagation techniques, certain varieties are mass-produced. Moth orchids, or Phalaenopsis, gorgeous but common with sweet patterned faces, are widely sold by supermarkets and other retailers. Not so long ago, orchids were regarded as rare and exotic. But these days, thanks to new propagation techniques, certain varieties are mass-produced. Moth orchids, gorgeous but common, with sweet patterned faces, are widely sold by supermarkets... By BETH HARPAZ
  • Living
    Column: How to tweak your space to make it (and you) shine
    Left, Taylor Spellman, and right, Marci Sharif, who have been friends since fifth grade. In “One Week to Sell,” Taylor Spellman is given five days and a moderate budget to spruce up a house that’s stalled-out on the market. By Marci Sharif
  • Living
    Column: With spring around the corner, decks are on the mind
    After spending so many months at home, now might be the time to reconsider how to best utilize our decks. As the weather warms up, many folks will be thinking about how they can best enjoy their decks during the warmer months. By Duo Dickinson
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  • Living
    Guilford farmhouse from 1700’s gets a sustainable makeover
    Pre-renovation, the pea-gravel courtyard included the existing pond ringed by a boxwood hedge. Wanting to make the space a special area to relax, the Shahids added blue stone pavers and a patio, and ornamental grass to bring in color and softness. "Our ducks like to jump in for a swim every now and then," Charlotte says. A Guilford farmhouse from 1798 gains a sustainable makeover featuring geothermal heating and more after the Shahid family renovated their dream home. By Jennifer Carmichael
  • Living
    Plants for experts, the hopeless and folks inbetween
    Ceropegia woodii Looking to add a little vibrancy to your home, consider adopting a plant or two to keep your home fresh and bright. By Michelle Bodak Acri
  • Living
    Duo Dickinson: Time travel at home in the winter of COVID-19
    Duo Dickinson offers tips on preparing your home for winter and how to circulate air for indoor gatherings during the pandemic. Duo Dickinson offers winterizing tips and ideas on how to circulate the air for indoor gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic. By Duo Dickinson
  • Living
    Greenwich Historical Society holds hosting workshop
    Tending to the smaller details make a difference. Entertaining experts Susan Scully and Eddie Ross offer hosts advice on how to make the most of their holiday events by jazzing up the details. By TinaMarie Craven
  • Living
    Duo Dickinson: The blight fight in Connecticut’s neighborhoods
    Blighted properties can reduce property values in a neighborhood and can become a safety issue if they aren't addressed. Duo Dickinson chats about how Connecticut handles the blights and how each municipality has a different set of criteria in their blight ordinances. By Duo Dickinson
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  • Living
    Greenwich master gardener shares gardening dos and don’ts
    Diane Lampert is a certified Master Gardener and is based in Greenwich. Diane Lampert is a master gardener in Greenwich who aims to help others learn what works best for their gardens and personal styles. By Rosemarie T. Anner
  • Living
    Duo Dickinson: Living in history and the old house appeal
    John and Anne Nolon live in this 140 year old carriage house in Westchester, a barn turned home 70 years ago. Duo Dickinson discusses the appeal and pitfalls of living in antique homes and explains how old home owners need to be prepared for repairs. By Duo Dickinson
  • Living
    Teaching kids to cook with one of their favorite vegetables...
    Parents and children, who may be home together during COVID-19, can make corny fun in the kitchen; this is the perfect time to teach kids how to cook, particularly if you're incorporating one of their favorite vegetables into a dish. With many families spending more time at home due to the pandemic, there is inevitably a lot more cooking being done, and what better way to incorporate a delicious vegetable in a meal (or meals) than with corn? A fresh sweet flavor makes corn... By Pamela Brown
  • Living
    Fairfield County farmers markets and an historic dairy negate...
    Longtime New Canaan resident Jeannie Hart makes a flower purchase at the weekly New Canaan Farmers Market in 2018. A local dairy company has resurrected a generation-old milk delivery service and farmers' markets have switched over to “drive-thru” models. A popular demonstration farm whipped up some cooking demonstrations and homesteading videos and... By Donna Christopher
  • Living
    Bring the outdoors inside with these simple interior design tips
    Carey Karlan, owner of Last Detail Interior Design in Darien, considers her home's conservatory - with its larger outdoor planters, garden stools, terrarium, indestructible indoor/outdoor coffee table, green garden-like etagere, botanicals, and pitchers of flowers - a summer retreat. "I have coffee here every morning," she says. The summer house Design experts offer warm weather decorating advice by Lisa Sullivan By now, some three months into the coronavirus, you are likely a little tired of your house. The initial novelty of “hunkering” down, whether you live... By Lisa Sullivan
  • Living
    Let’s do it ourselves! A couple tackles a home improvement project during COVID-19
    Nick Zappone works on a DIY project in the basement of the home he shares with his wife, Nicole (writer of this story). The couple has been renovating their condo in stages; the coronavirus has offered them the opportunity to cross some home improvement projects - most recently, updating their basement washroom - off their to-do list. Who knew that spending time quarantined during the coronavirus could result in so much home improvement productivity? Since the start of COVID-19, the world has changed and for some, that resulted in a job loss. I would know; I lost my job as a... By Nicole Zappone
  • Living
    Plant yourself! Local nurseries offer tips for making your vegetable garden grow
    Veggie tales: Even the youngest family members can get their hands dirty and help with home gardening. Gardening has long been a popular hobby for homeowners, but with the coronavirus making people worry about the safety of their food, area garden centers have seen a sharp rise in the number of first-time gardeners buying supplies to help them... By Andrea Valluzzo
  • Living
    Local architects, builders, and designers share their...
    A "home office" for children has become a common request for architects, builders, and interior designers as children practice distance learning during the coronavirus. Here, a sunlit space, designed by Wadia Associates in New Canaan, features two desks and chairs, plenty of storage, bookshelves, and a gorgeous stained glass window, creating the perfect environment in which to work. Members of the interior design and home building industry have found it necessary to adapt to changing, evolving economies over the years. From bull markets and bear markets to recessions and post-9/11, this group of professionals has had to... By Meg Barone
  • Living
    Area architects and builders note that millenials and...
    Mark Finlay Architects of Southport designed this screened porch which references the Georgian architecture of the residence exterior and is intended to be an intimate space for small gatherings. In this age of the coronavirus, families want a home in which they can “hunker down,” and feel safe and secure. While the sprawling, elaborate Baby Boomer era McMansions that were built during the booming 1980s and 90s may have met the... By Rebecca Dimyan
  • Living
    Area retailers can deliver virtually everything you need to...
    Families spending quality - and quantity - time together this spring and summer can enjoy meals, games, and conversation on beautiful outdoor furnishing sets, like this one from Seasons Too Ltd. in Darien. Whether you seek feng shui or a practical range of materials, most outdoor family home entertainment spaces incorporate some of the five elements of the material world in Chinese medicine, wood, fire, earth, metal, and water, to invoke harmony... By Donna Christopher
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