Ways of Seeing: No phone

Several times over the past couple of weeks I have been called a luddite — affectionately, I hope. I can’t deny it; I’m not a big fan of technology.

Small farmers turning to new tech tools

A new wave of agritech tools — from maple monitors to virtual fences — is revolutionizing how small farms manage labor, costs, and climate challenges.

Ways of Seeing: Technology has certain pitfalls

The other night I was doing my evening Facebook scroll. I noticed that a friend had posted an announcement that she’d be deleting her social media account. She described how she’s watched a new documentary called The Social Dilemma on Netflix, which point … (read more)

Technology keeps senior residents safe and engaged

MIDDLEBURY — If there’s one thing Nancy Durham has learned in her role as activities director at Helen Porter Rehabilitation & Nursing in Middlebury it’s this: “You don’t mess with Bingo,” she says. “Pandemic or no pandemic, Bingo will go on.” Safety prot … (read more)