Lina Pernaa's 101 years of life lessons
Local centenarian met Cival War soldiers while in elementary school
By Diane Beaudoin Journal Correspondent
      "Don't yearn for things you can't have, and find something good in everything in your life," are the words Ashby's Lina Pernaa has lived by for 101 years. Lina turned 101 on January 20, and was feted with a big party given by her friends at the Ashby Senior Center of which she is a member.
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Old Engine House restoration tops society's agenda for new year
      Ashby Historical Society members have set the group's agenda for the year ranging from restoring the Old Engine House to raising awareness in the elementary schools. The restoration of the Old Engine House is the most important item on this year's agenda, according to society President Elaine Kiel...
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