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Prep key to successful remote learning

Q. I go back for my second year of college in August. My school is offering an online option as well as in-person instruction. I don’t typically learn well online. I prefer face-to-face interaction with my professors. But, I’m worried about my dad. He has several health conditions, ...

I was asked to offer my opinion about mask wearing. I decided it would be more fun and educational if I asked young people their thoughts. I typically ask our peer educators to respond in my column, but I posted this topic on social media, so I haven’t interacted with all of the writers. I ...

Q. I’m still not doing well emotionally with this virus. I’ve seen a counselor and she keeps suggesting mindfulness or meditation. She tried to show me, but I just got more tense. I’m sure you don’t remember me, but I took childbirth classes in your basement for our first child. He just ...

Change at any age should be positive

Q. I’m a mess because my daughter started her period. Ironically, she seems just fine. I did get her ready. That’s more than my mom did for me at her age. I was shocked when my period started and I didn’t want that for her. I bought her a book and read it with her. When she started she ...

Q. I’m writing to share my reflections over the last months. I’ve been texting with you off and on since March. I’m sure I’m not the only teen to do so, although you always made me feel as if you had all the time in the world to listen. I’m grateful for that.The thing is, I now ...

Behind the Mask

Arielle Workman is a paramedic with AHN Canonsburg Hospital. She also is a volunteer firefighter and paramedic at North Strabane Township Volunteer Fire Department.Workman loves to travel in her free time, and has visited Scotland and Ireland a few times. She also enjoys going to the beach, ...