Penny Sitler Guest Columnist You’ve most likely heard about the fire at Mental Health America’s YES Club on May 14. While our teen after school/summer camp facility was essentially gutted by damage, the building still stands and can be fixed. Most important…
Penny Sitler Guest Columnist This past year presented so many different challenges and obstacles that tested our strength and resiliency. The global pandemic forced us to cope with situations we never even imagined, and a lot of us struggled with…
Mental Health America of Licking County (MHA) on July 24 will host its Night of Hope at Thirty One West in Newark. MHA’s largest fundraiser of the year, this evening will be filled with fun and entertainment as well as highlight the important work MHALC is doing in…
Chad Brown As COVID-19 restrictions are being lifted in Ohio and COVID vaccinations continue in Licking County, the health department is hopeful that residents begin to sense a return to normalcy. While the effects of the pandemic will likely be…
NEWARK – Most of you will remember when Meghan Markle and Harry, Duke of Sussex shared personal information about their lives as senior royals in an interview with Oprah Winfrey. They maintained respect for The Crown in telling their experiences,…
The Advocate Editorial Board This past week's weather has made us - and we suspect most of you - ready for summer. Temperatures nearing 80 degrees with bright sunshine helped generate smiles across Licking County as we move towards a post-pandemic…
Investing is not just about choosing the right assets but also about managing them effectively to achieve your financial goals. Portfolio Management Services (PMS) offer a tailored approach to investing, but they come with costs that can be higher than…
NEWARK -- The Youth Engaged in Service Club exists to help local teens, but now needs help itself after a Friday evening fire caused extensive damage to the club's building on East Church Street. Newark Fire Assistant Chief Nick Simmons said the…
How are you feeling as we near the first anniversary of COVID-19’s effects on our lives and our community? If you feel as if you’re stuck in a rut that’s not of your own making, a new term I keep…
The 2020 holidays are behind us and many are applauding the fresh start of a new year. I know that as much as I enjoy decking the halls, sharing special meals, gifts and celebrating with my family, I’m weary when…
