LIFE

A young couple with a passion for farming decided to take the plunge and open their own farm. Less than a year later, things are going well and they are beginning to enjoy the results of their efforts.

The food, the décor and the beverages all suggest that No Mames Mexican Cantina is not a typical Mexican restaurant. The newest member of the Doro Restaurant Group is designed to stand out for serving high-quality food and beverages. The eatery is celebrating its first anniversary since opening in the Marshalls plaza at 1140 Silas Deane Highway this past year. Phill Alves serves as the general manager and Ryan de Grouw is the executive chef.

If they knew back then what they know now, Spiro and Julia Koulouris might have had second thoughts about opening Heirloom Market at Comstock Ferre.

The American Traveling Tribute that was displayed for four days in Cove Park this past September drew crowds of people interested in learning more about American military personnel who died in wartime service to this country and in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attack.