From Martha's Vineyard to the Azores

John Alley, former proprietor of Alley's General Store, a justice of the peace, cemetery commissioner in West Tisbury, a selectman in that town for years and a Dukes County commissioner for years as well, is a descendant of Azoreans, but he's never visited the mid-Atlantic archipelago.

White River Valley show enters 26th year

Antique Americana will be on display for education and entertainment Sept. 9-12 in Elnora during the 26th Annual Antique Show.

Country town treasures

Sue Wallace explores Ballarat, Bendigo and Castlemaine, finding trinkets, quirky cafes and other curiosities.

Community Calendar

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When UAE desert welcomed England's rose

Princess Diana's visit to United Arab Emirates remembered on 13th anniversary of her death.

Major destinations

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