The Express Newspaper – May 8, 2014
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The Express Newspaper – May 1, 2014
Pets: Adoption vs. Purchase – by Jennifer Dugan
Spring is finally in the air and, for many people, that makes it the perfect time to start thinking about adding a new furry friend to their family. But, while the puppies and kittens in the pet store might look cute, adopting from a local shelter or rescue often proves to be a much better option in the long run.
Wendy Mongillo, President of Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist (H.O.P.E.,) says that animals from pet stores are often unhealthy and the product of poor breeding. “The majority of puppies in pet stores are from puppy mills, where the mothers are kept in small cages and are continuously bred for profit,” she said. “These dogs are often not cared for properly and the puppies are frequently not healthy. Purchasing these puppies from pet stores at extremely high prices keeps the puppy mills in business and the vicious cycle going.”
Read the entire article in the April 24th issue of the Express.
The Express Newspaper – April 24, 2014
Identity Theft and You- by Jennifer Dugan
Nearly ten million people are victims of identity theft each year. Identity theft occurs when someone wrongfully obtains personal information, such as a social security number or bank account information, and then proceeds to use it for their own gain. Identity theft can prove to be one of the most frustrating types of crime; leaving its victims feeling vulnerable and insecure as they spend countless hours, and sometimes a great deal of money, dealing with creditors in an effort to sort the mess. With recent security breaches at major retailers such as Target, Neiman Marcus and Michaels, protecting one’s identity can seem a daunting task. However, there are a few simple ways to help protect yourself.
Read the entire article in the April 17th issue of the Express.
The Express Newspaper – April 17, 2014
The Express Newspaper – April 10, 2014
MACSC Has Big Chance to Win by Jennifer Dugan
The Mechanicville Area Community Services Center is collecting food as part of the Feinstein Foundation’s $1 Million Giveaway to Fight Hunger. This challenge provides a unique opportunity for the MACSC Food Pantry to receive a share of the giveaway, while still keeping the food local to help those who need it most within our own community.
Mechanicville Area Community Services Center Executive Director Megan Quillinan says that she came across this exciting opportunity by happy accident. “It was total chance. I had heard about it in the past and I came across the foundation again while I was looking for grants,” she said. “It seemed like a brilliant way to raise money. I wanted to make people aware of it, I thought it was good fit for us.”
Read the entire article in the April 3 issue of the Express.
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