DEAR HARRIETTE: I’ve been dating my girlfriend, Sarah, for a year now, and she has become increasingly insecure about my friendships with my childhood buddies – both men and women. Sarah often expresses her discomfort when I plan to hang out with them, fearing that I might grow closer to someone else. Despite reassurances of my commitment to her, Sarah’s insecurities persist, making it challenging for me to enjoy time with my friends. This results in me going out without her knowledge and lying to her. How can I address Sarah’s concerns and help her feel more secure in our relationship while maintaining my friendships and personal space? I want to find a balanced approach that respects her feelings and my need for social connections. – Outgoing Boyfriend

A suspect has been apprehended in connection with an alleged recent incident at a local liquor store with the owner giving praise to the authorities in a public meeting.

School resource officers are hired to serve an important role in protecting the students and teachers at schools. Clinton Public Schools has two of them in the form of Officer Dillon Whitten and Officer Andrew Wilson. Both of them spend time at all five school sites throughout the day.