Category: Spring
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Spring Mindfulness: 5 tips to being mindful in spring
By: Brianna McAleer As the seasons change, so does the energy around us. Spring is a season that is typically associated with growth, ending chapters, and embarking upon new beginnings. We are approaching the last month of spring, which means chapters are ending, but new ones are waiting to begin. Whatever you may be doing…
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Nuclear Waste is Planning to be Dumped in Cape Cod Bay
by: Grace Brogioli Recently, it was discovered that Holtec International plans to dump contaminated wastewater into Cape Cod Bay. Neaby Cape Cod, the town of Plymouth used to have a running nuclear power plant until it was decommissioned by Holtec International, who “received a decommissioning trust of more than $1 billion to cover the cost…
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Spring Flowers Across the East Coast
By: Grace Brogioli On the East Coast, spring is beautiful. It can be seen as a time of rebirth. Nature is transitioning in the spring from being quite dull to the colors coming back and blossoming. The flowers are blooming, the trees are budding, the grass is greener, the weather is warmer, and spring is…
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How East Coasters are Celebrating Easter
By: Dani Wass Spring is upon us, which means Easter is right around the corner. Easter will be celebrated on Sunday, April 9th this year. With the weather warming up, there will be plenty to do this Easter weekend on the East Coast. Many New Yorkers celebrate Easter by attending the Easter Parade and Bonnet…
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Spring into Action with Biking Trails in Massachusetts
Cape Cod Rail Trail Photo by: dj123_45 By: Grace Cotoia Spring is a wonderful time to go biking and explore the outdoors. After a long and cold winter, the arrival of spring brings warmer weather, longer days, and beautiful scenery as nature begins to bloom. Biking is a great way to enjoy the fresh air…
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Plum Island: A Nautical Mystery
By: Brianna McAleer Situated in Gardner’s Bay, east of Orient Point, NY, there stands the mysterious Plum Island. A small island with a big story, Plum Island has puzzled people for decades. What makes this island so puzzling, secretive, and mysterious? The island’s history begins with the inhabitance of the Pequot Native Americans. It wasn’t…
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