Homes that housed a regular smoker are worth, on average, 20 percent less than they would be otherwise, said a surveyed group of Ontario, Canada, real estate agents.
Not only that, but thirdhand smoke — smoke residue that has seeped into walls, carpets and the ventilation system of a home and become part of a home’s atmosphere — has been shown to be carcinogenic by researchers at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California.
Source: Chicago Tribune
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On August 1, an adorable black and white rabbit was left abandoned in a cage by the basement door of Teatown. Sadly, after examination, it was determined that the bunny suffered a traumatic leg break sometime in the past that did not receive any care and healed improperly. This sobering case reminds all of us to think carefully about the responsibility of caring for a pet.
engers are an important part of nature’s clean-up crew. Come meet a couple of Teatown’s animal scavengers.
Enjoy a guided tour of Wildflower Island, Teatown’s unique two-acre sanctuary that is home to over 230 species of wildflowers and shrubs native to our area.
Another year of Teatown camp has drawn to a close. It’s been a wonderful summer and our campers learned a great deal about the world around them. From setting camera traps to making art from weeds and thorns to exploring new trails and getting an up-close view at native animals, it’s been an adventure and dis
covery-filled summer.