Claire Corkins
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Letter to the editor: Bandstand must be preserved
I am absolutely in favor of an accessible outdoor performance space for Bristol. I am also absolutely opposed to rebuilding or re-modeling the Bandstand to achieve this purpose.
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Ways of Seeing: We can learn from other nations
Driving in western Ireland is a unique experience. Although there are a few “dual carriageways,” resembling our interstates, most of the roads are small and considerably narrower than…
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Ways of Seeing: Spontaneity adds joy to traveling
This past summer my family and I went on a trip to France. We went partly to indulge my Dad’s desire to see some of the Tour de…
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Ways of Seeing: An ode to keeping old windows
While sustainability in building and construction has been around for a while now, one aspect that people are starting to take into account is the idea of embodied…
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Ways of Seeing: Old-style doctoring has vanished
Last December I turned 40. The milestone birthday was a reminder it was time to make an appointment at my doctor’s office for a physical.
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Ways of Seeing: Bolivia trip offered thrilling sights
My family takes a trip together nearly every year. Once the trip is over we immediately look forward to the next one.
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Ways of Seeing: Daughter thrives in Mount Abe spotlight
These experiences have given my daughter more than just a taste for performing. She has found a strong group of friends who spend lots of time singing together…
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Ways of Seeing: English offers constant challenge
Why is it that you can say “a big old white house,” but “an old white big house” is clearly wrong?
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Ways of Seeing: Our freedoms must be protected
In terms of making laws and rules for an entire country, who should decide what is bad?
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Ways of Seeing: Finding a way to celebrate heritage
This past month (April) was Ramadan this year, and on May 2 Eid al-FItr was celebrated to end the month of fasting.