Mr. Waffles is a lovable little oddball who enjoys being near people but prefers not to be touched. He’s not a cuddler, but he’ll happily lounge at your feet and keep you company-especially if treats are involved! He’s come a long way and no longer shows signs of fear-based aggression. While he isn’t interested in affection, he’s curious, food-motivated, and enjoys the quiet presence of his people. Mr. Waffles would thrive in a home with another social cat to buddy up with. He’s not a fan of dogs but can coexist if they give him space. He’s the perfect match for someone who appreciates the unique companionship of a spirit cat-quiet, quirky, and full of personality. He’s currently in a loving foster home and is available to meet potential adopters via Zoom.
Submit an application by going to CapeAnnAnimalAid.org/CatApp
Thank you!
SpeciesCat BreedDomestic Shorthair/Mix Age4 months 30 days GenderMale SizeMedium ColorBlack Spayed/NeuteredDeclawedNo HousetrainedYes Special NeedsAdoption Price$275.00
______________________________________ Cape Ann Animal Aid
Christopher Cutler Rich Animal Shelter 4 Paws Lane Gloucester, MA 01930
Winner of the Great American Jazz Piano Competition, Laszlo Gardony has been praised for his “fluid pianism” by The New York Times. Two of his albums were featured on DownBeat Magazine’s “Best of the Year” list. Described as a “formidable improviser who lives in the moment” (JazzTimes), pianist and composer Laszlo Gardony has performed in 27 countries and released 14 albums on labels such as Sunnyside, Antilles, and Avenue. He holds a professorship in piano at Berklee College of Music in Boston and is part of Harvard University’s “Jazz Combo Initiative” program. Gardony has collaborated with musicians like Dave Holland, Miroslav Vitous, David “Fathead” Newman, Bill Pierce, Don Braden, Randy Brecker, Eddie Gomez, Bob Moses, Victor Lewis, Yoron Israel, John Lockwood, Christian Artmann, Avery Sharpe, The Wayfaring Strangers, and Mick Goodrick, among others. Laszlo’s performances radiate the joy of inspired creation, audience connection, and spontaneous improvisation. His concerts are unique experiences that draw from deep emotions, impressive technique, and a playful curiosity that revels in interpreting each distinct moment.
Drummer Yoron Israel stands as one of the most sought-after musicians of his generation. In addition to leading his own projects, Yoron’s exceptional musicality, intensity, and versatility are celebrated globally. Through consistent performances at prestigious concerts, notable festivals, and prominent clubs, he has contributed to over 200 recordings as an accompanist with luminaries like Sonny Rollins, Abbey Lincoln, Ahmad Jamal, and Horace Silver. He has been a member of the Laszlo Gardony Trio for over 20 years, and Laszlo is featured on two of Yoron’s albums as well.
Yoron holds the position of Chair and Professor of Percussion at Berklee College of Music.
Bassist John Lockwood has earned an esteemed international reputation throughout his career, performing alongside legends such as Joe Henderson, Dizzy Gillespie, Pat Metheny, and Freddie Hubbard, to name a few. He is widely regarded as a premier bassist in the New England region and is recognized for his regular collaborations with The Fringe, Laszlo Gardony, George Garzone, Joe Maneri, Billy Pierce, and others. John also serves as an Associate Professor at Berklee College of Music.
Osprey pair Annie and Squam are back in their nest behind LobstaLand and doing the things birds do in the spring: nest maintenance and mating. They have been very successful parents in the past so we will wait and see what happens next with them. I watch them on the Essex Greenbelt Osprey Cam link here and read the notes provided to keep up with their activities. It’s addicting (you’ve been warned). Happy Easter to you all. I hope you celebrate spring and have a wonderful day. **these are screenshots from the Essex Greenbelt Osprey Cam**
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Cannabidiol “CBD” in Anxiety and Sleep: A Large Case Study. Wicked Interesting!
Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of many cannabinoid compounds found in cannabis. It does not appear to alter consciousness or trigger a “high.” A recent surge in scientific publications has found preclinical and clinical evidence documenting value for CBD in some neuropsychiatric disorders, including epilepsy, anxiety, and schizophrenia. Evidence points toward a calming effect for CBD in the central nervous system. Interest in CBD as a treatment of a wide range of disorders has exploded, yet few clinical studies of CBD exist in the psychiatric literature.
Objective To determine whether CBD helps improve sleep and/or anxiety in a clinical population.
Design A large retrospective case series at a psychiatric clinic involving clinical application of CBD for anxiety and sleep complaints as an adjunct to usual treatment. The retrospective chart review included monthly documentation of anxiety and sleep quality in 103 adult patients.
Main Outcome Measures Sleep and anxiety scores, using validated instruments, at baseline and after CBD treatment.
Results The final sample consisted of 72 adults presenting with primary concerns of anxiety (n = 47) or poor sleep (n = 25). Anxiety scores decreased within the first month in 57 patients (79.2%) and remained decreased during the study duration. Sleep scores improved within the first month in 48 patients (66.7%) but fluctuated over time. In this chart review, CBD was well tolerated in all but 3 patients.
Conclusion Cannabidiol may hold benefit for anxiety-related disorders. Controlled clinical studies are needed.
It was fun to watch the GHS sail team out on the water on a windy afternoon recently. The sailboats seemed to skim across the water effortlessly but I know better than that. Some color out there was a sight for sore eyes. Another sign of spring.
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Chief Eric Smith reports that the Gloucester Fire Department extinguished a kitchen fire in an apartment complex Thursday afternoon.
On Thursday, April 17, at about 12:29 p.m., Gloucester Fire was dispatched to 1110 Heights at Cape Ann for reports of a fire in the kitchen of an apartment.
Responding crews observed smoke showing from the side of the apartment building and took immediate action to knock the fire down. Crews were able to extinguish the bulk of the fire using a water can.
The fire was completely knocked down by 12:40 p.m. Crews remained on scene to ventilate the building and ensure the fire had not spread. A building inspector also arrived on scene for further examination.
Pets were treated at the scene for smoke inhalation and were returned to their owners. No other injuries were reported.
Beauport Fire provided mutual aid on the scene, while Rockport Fire provided station coverage.
Gloucester Fire determined the cause of the fire to be accidental.
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