AdvertisementGet the newsLetters to the Editor, Oct. 15As a 1976 graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, I can attest that the entire maritime community is thankful for this recognition.How much nepotism can you handle?: Today’s ToonPharmacist: Bernie Sanders and the heart attacktrendingLetters to the Editor, Oct. 4Letters to the Editor, Oct. 11Letters to the Editor, Sept. 27Letters to the Editor, Sept. 20Letters to the Editor, Sept. 13Letters to the Editor, Sept. 6NewsLetters to the Editor, Oct. 11 As a physician here in Collier County, I have been alarmed by the misinformation circulating in the community regarding medical cannabis. by Marco Eagle | 4 days ago Bookworm: ‘Doctor Dogs’ and ‘Kid Activists’ Nobody smiles like your dog does. It’s the best thing: you run out for nine hours or for just a second, it’s all the same to him. Entertainment | 6 days ago Letters to the Editor, Oct. 4 According to Lisa Conley’s Naples Daily News article dated Nov. 10, 2016, Marco Island residents voted overwhelmingly for now President Donald J. Trump. Column: Be proactive all year for breast cancer Naples editor Penny Fisher shares her perspective on her own fight and the loss of one of her biggest supporters. Letters to the Editor, Sept. 27 I viewed the video of the Sept. 3 City Council meeting and I read letters to the editor in the local papers every week. Gardening: The spectacular century plant The century plant (Agave Americana) is an agave that is native to Mexico but is now found worldwide. Outdoors Letters to the Editor, Sept. 20 As November approaches most of us will begin to decide our Thanksgiving plans ... Human Rights Campaign neglected race. No more. I know what it is like to be both black and gay in America. For too long, LGBTQ people of color have been marginalized in our fight for justice. Editorial: MIPD’s past is its present A competent media will also bring up the past, because whether Frazzano likes it or not, the past is the present for the MIPD. Letters to the Editor, Sept. 13 The competent nursing care I received for a recent health challenge reminded me of a poignant event in a hospital where I had served as chaplain. Local news is dead? My readers haven’t heard. When our weekly newspaper's delivery was delayed by a flat tire, readers noticed. Because we care more about local news than outside accolades. Letters to the Editor, Sept. 10 Marco Island City Council approved a new three-year contract for the police department. Why you need to look for the gold star on your license now In the upper right-hand corner of your driver license or ID card, you should see a gold star. I encourage you to take a moment to check. Actor Sean Hayes: For caregivers, time counts More than 40 million adults in the United States are unpaid caregivers. They need our help managing the ups and downs of caring for loved ones. Policies that caused Parkland spread nationwide The Parkland shooter never should have been in the same school as my daughter. But his misbehavior and warning signs went unpunished and ignored. ‘Red flag’ laws won’t work in our flawed world Abuse of power is inevitable if the government can confiscate firearms from citizens who aren't charged with crimes or diagnosed with mental illness. Go easy on James Mattis and his new book Former Secretary of Defense James Mattis did a lot to temper the president. Attacking him in this instance may not be the right move. Guest Commentary: What ‘Keep the Chief’ means There is no election, but Marco Island residents may be approached to place a “Keep the Chief” sign in their yard. Grifoni: Rollback rate means no tax increase Over the past few months, the city has been working on the Fiscal 2020 budget. Batte: Do the right thing Marco City Council Police Chief Al Schettino and his police officers were there for us during the disastrous hurricane Irma. Ask the Pharmacist: Berberine helps with brain-related disorders Everyone understands that insulin levels play a role in blood sugar metabolism and that insufficient levels lead to hyperglycemia and then diabetes. Life Bookworm: Getting ahead in business and life Some things don’t make sense. For Bonnell and Hansberger, though, dropping out of college just short of graduation did. Entertainment Pharmacist: B deficiency apparent in the potty When you think of B complex, you probably think of it as one B vitamin, but “B complex” refers to a group of B vitamins consisting of B1, B2, B3, B6 and others. Life Bookworm: A dog’s love and tech challenges You give good treats. Your dog knows that, and he’s happy to take them any time you offer. Entertainment Pharmacist: Issue with popular OTC medicine The news broke on Sept. 13, with a statement from the Dr. Janet Woodcock, the director at the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research. Life Gardening: The proper way to mow your lawn Proper mowing of your lawn can kill weeds and chinch bugs, cure disease, save water and provide fertilizer. Outdoors Bookworm: Animals in your life; stuff stories You live with a pack of wolves. There’s no other explanation: you hear growls coming from their bedrooms. Entertainment Pharmacist: Why some drugs work, others don’t Medication treatment should be based upon the neurotransmitters that are imbalanced. Life Gardening: Simplicity equals good design When it comes to landscaping, simplicity equals good design and low maintenance. Outdoors Bookworm: Questions of life and death Like many felines, your Fluffy is a fussy eater. She only dines on the freshest food, and if it’s the flavor she doesn’t like today. Entertainment Pharmacist: Bubonic plague is on the rise Let’s talk about bubonic plague from a medical standpoint, not a political one. It’s making a new deadly appearance. Life Letters to the Editor, Sept. 6 With his constant attacks on Congress, his racism, bullying and incredible cruelty to others, he hurts my heart as well as my sensibilities. Bookworm: From the bizarre to the empowering You hate to admit it. The truth is, though, you got bored a few times this past summer. Entertainment Pharmacist: 9 reasons to eat pumpkin seeds Pumpkins can be white, yellow or green. They’re not all orange! Did you know Antartica is the only country that can’t grow a pumpkin? Life Letters to the Editor, Aug. 30 There is little truly rural these days in Florida. Anything resembling “wild” really isn’t. Bookworm: History in the making Three months from now, you’ll be making a list and checking it twice. Entertainment Letters to the Editor, Aug. 27 As students and teachers return to classrooms, here are some facts to digest. Pharmacist: Natural remedies to treat psoriasis Many people take “biologic” drugs that have anti-inflammatory actions on the body and reduce the symptoms of auto-immune conditions. Life Letters to the Editor, Aug. 23 This is a big topic on Marco Island lately and it has not gone unnoticed. Guest Column: Democratic Women greet Passidomo Florida Senate Majority Leader Kathleen Passidomo was given a warm welcome when meeting with the Democratic Women’s Club of Marco on Tuesday, Aug. 13. Gardening: Don’t let bugs and weeds take over August is here and temperatures this month will have highs of about 90-95 and lows in the mid-70s. Outdoors Bookworm: Wandering pets and wayward readers The panic can’t be described. Your dog is missing. How did he get out? Where did she go? Entertainment Pharmacist: Some generics not up to snuff I’ve always been a proponent for generic medications because they are more affordable and supposedly contain the same biologically active ingredient. Life Letters to the Editor, Aug. 16 If you support President Trump, you are a racist and responsible for the mass killing in El Paso. Share your feedback to help improve our site experience! Most PopularLetters to the Editor, Oct. 114 days agoLetters to the Editor, Oct. 1534 mins ago
