Dear Abby readers weigh cat-sitting payback dispute
Readers recount three personal dilemmas. Christina seeks reimbursement for vet and carpet cleaning after cats marked a home. Abby advises the brother should cover costs. The column also offers tactful responses about music recital invites and a widow receiving a coin believed to be from his late wife, plus publishing contact and cookbook pitch.
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Heloise readers share quick life hacks and tips
Readers offer practical fixes from reuse and donation to cleaners and household work. Examples include using cloth wrap as belt or curtain tie, hydrogen peroxide for mold without dilution, deflating pool toys with a clothespin, using a window blind wand to reach smoke detectors, and a T shirt cover to protect the toilet during painting.
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Trucker charged in crash that hurt Tracy Morgan in New Jersey
A Walmart truck driver Kevin Roper was charged with death by auto and four counts of assault by auto after a chain crash on the New Jersey Turnpike injured Tracy Morgan and others. Morgan and two entourage members were in critical condition. comedian James McNair was killed. Roper surrendered and was released on bail as investigators review trucking and limousine safety.
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Harris Stanton
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Virginia Beach Adventure Park climbs into sky on ropes
At the Adventure Park near the Virginia Aquarium visitors tackle aerial trails with monitors nearby for safety. The $51 three hour climb includes harnesses and connected cables with trails rated from beginner to expert. Mayor Will Sessoms helped inaugurate the park in May, and staff emphasize personal challenge and achievement across multiple tree routes.
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