Category Archives: Essex / Middle River

For some, Independence Day is Christmas in July

By Jackie Nickel, The Avenue News, 7/4/2006 Following the excitement over the June 30 Marine Trades Fireworks Extravaganza, I’m focusing now on the real Independence Day, Wednesday, the 4th of July. Working folks will get a solitary day off from … Continue reading

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Happy New Year, 1963

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Jackie Nickel Gone But Not Forgotten

Local journalist, community activist passed away from cancer in 2007, but her legacy lives on. By Anna Renault, Essex.patch.com, 11/22/2010 Did you ever have an attack of nostalgia? You know when you feel a little wistful, have a little longing … Continue reading

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