fromwww.mercurynews.com1 week agoHarriette Cole: I feel like my neighbor is spying on meA neighbor's well-meaning but intrusive behavior is creating discomfort for a resident, while a forgotten birthday has led to strain in a long-term friendship.
Agriculturefromwww.mercurynews.com3 weeks agoAsking Eric: We want to stay friendly with the new neighbor. What can we do about the ruckus?Communicating with neighbors can lead to solutions for issues like early morning rooster crowing.
fromwww.mercurynews.com1 month agoMiss Manners: The bride's mother sent me a bill. How should I respond?Bridesmaids should not be expected to pay for extravagant bridal showers they had no say in planning.
Roam ResearchfromThe New Yorker3 months agoThe Torment of a Neighbor's Noise in "Beeps"Neighbors connect through shared annoyance of a beeping alarm, transforming discomfort into community engagement.
fromHomebuilding3 months agoHow to buy garden land from a neighbour to build your own houseBuying land from a neighbor can offer familiarity and reduce stress, but it involves legal and relational challenges.