For two decades, Rhinebeck resident Eric Spiegel, president of Rhinebeck at Home, served as caregiver for three loved ones—his father, his stepmother, and his close friend, Henry—as each experienced cognitive decline. “Coming to terms with the needs of my loved ones meant putting large parts of my life on hold,” he said, “dropping my own needs and interests for others.” Managing memory loss is a challenge for both partners in a long-term relationship, testing the bonds of love and patience. (Photo by Tony Adamis) Each situation demanded constant vigilance, as both of his parents were deteriorating at the same time....

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Once again, Daily Catch readers came through to help us cover more than 120 square miles of "Storm Fern." Atop snowshoes, behind snowblowers, or peering from dining room windows, they trained their cameras on the world outdoors. Snow clearing consumed residents for hours Sunday, with many reporting more work ahead. (Photo by Babette Hierholzer, Red Hook) Thanks so much to each of you for your studious attention to the beauty and challenge of snow!

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A new candidate has emerged for the March 18 Red Hook Village Board election. Political newcomer Perry Allen, a musician, filmmaker, and landscape designer, hopes to vie for one of two seats, challenging the two incumbents, who also appear likely to run. Political newcomer Perry Allen has emerged as a candidate for the Village of Red Hook Board. (Photo courtesy of Perry Allen) Allen, 37, is campaigning on a platform of rebuilding the Board’s relationship with the public, which he contends has frayed in recent years. “I believe in facilitating conversations, not waiting for the public to come to you,”...

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