Fri, Nov 27 2009

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Our view: Even in tough times there's much for which to give thanks
What began as a harvest celebration between European settlers and indigenous communities nearly four centuries ago has become our cherished tradition of Thanksgiving.

This day's roots are intertwined with those of our Nation, and its history traces the American narrative. Today, we recall President George Washington, who proclaimed our first national day of public thanksgiving to be observed "by acknowledging with grateful hearts the many and signal favors of Almighty God," and President Abraham Lincoln, who established our annual Thanksgiving Day to help mend a fractured nation in the midst of civil war.
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Ongoing Coverage and Special Features
ONGOING & RECENT COVERAGE
  • What's wrong with "meep"? It's all in how you say it. Also, follow Salem News reporter Ethan Forman on Twitter for more coverage of Danvers High School's decision to ban the saying or displaying of the word. Update: Attorney from N.Y. defends right to 'meep.'
  • Flu season: It's here, and this year the H1N1 virus is adding to the concern locally. Area hospitals are also tightening their visitor policies. Plus a look at who should get vaccinated first; local H1N1 flu clinics; links to swine flu facts; and a Q & A with an infection control nurse at Beverly Hospital.
  • Election results chart: Click to get complete results for the Nov. 3 municipal elections in the cities of Beverly, Salem and Peabody.
  • Halloween slide shows: It was a fun-filled weekend in Salem as the Witch City celebrated Halloween. Salem News photographers Deborah Parker and Mark Lorenz captured the happenings in these images.
  • SPECIAL FEATURES
  • Holiday shopping: Money-Saving Tips for Memorable Holidays; How to Stretch Your Toy Dollars This Holiday Season; When Buying Kids' Gifts, Follow a Few Simple Rules; and more.
  • The Reader's Eye: Reader-submitted photos are published every Friday in the Lifestyles section of The Salem News, and critiqued by the News' award-winning photo staff. Photos may be submitted via e-mail or by using the form at salemnews.com/readerseye.
  • Peabody West Little League: Profiles, photos and more on the players and team that represented New England in the Little League World Series and made the North Shore proud.
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    This week's poll

    The Legislature is taking heat for adjourning this week with several important matters still on the table. But there are those who feel as Ralph Waldo Emerson did that “the less government we have, the better.” What’s your opinion?
    Legislators earned early holiday getaway.
    Taxpayers are better off with lawmakers on holiday.
    Legislators should return and take care of unfinished business.
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