Dear Eric column on family estrangement and boundaries
Readers share painful experiences with estranged children and untrustworthy partners. Advice emphasizes detaching with love, guarding finances, and prioritizing personal well being while supporting affected relatives and handling invitations to sensitive events.
Aunt faces nephew's silence over addiction in family crisis
Worried Aunt in California seeks guidance as Lucas, a 38 year old professional, reportedly battles meth addiction and has grown distant. The aunt, a licensed mediator, weighs contacting him without pressuring an in person meeting while facing family dynamics and potential disclosure with his mother.
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County backs bonds for Ross Exposition Center plan
Lorain County would pledge 20 to 25 million in non tax revenue yearly to back the project with annual debt payments about 714 thousand dollars. The Port Authority previously loaned 10 million to the Fair Board, and the county would cover the gap if needed while the center aims to attract renters and sustain fair revenues.
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Trump mocks Harris and anchors as rally boosts in Luzerne County
At a Wilkes-Barre rally Trump ridiculed Harris laugh and CNN anchors while claiming he outshines Harris and Biden in looks. He boasted of a strong local base as Biden supporters in Scranton push for Harris and voters weigh Trump’s 2016 baseline.
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