Each week, we compile our favorite quotes from our reporters’ stories, interviews and elsewhere and publish them here. We call it “Out of Context.”

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"I didn't take advantage of what school had to offer. I headed south to Florida after graduation with no plans, no job, but after a couple of years, I came home." -Stephanie Hawke

“We're on cloud nine. We're so excited. She's fought such a hard battle, but never gave up.” -Melanie Green

"Our volunteers are essential to the operations of the library. Without them we would struggle to provide the services we do within the budget we work with.” -Tim McFadden

“I've always followed the school board closely, through going and reading the papers. I'm a big believer that if you don't show up to meetings, if you don't vote, then you shouldn't voice your opinions.” -Chelsea Haggett

“People look at Dominick differently now. Before they judged him by his hair, and disregarded his as some punk kid. But he's smart and driven, and I hope when people know the reason he grew his hair it might encourage others to do the same.” -Julie Reed Coffin

“Is it even physically possible for two cars to pass each other by the insurance agency?” -Tom Woodin

“If they take the trees, it’s going to be one big yard, and nobody wants to camp out in the sun.” -Pam Brackett

"We actually offer a lot of e-services the community is completely unaware of.” -Jim Chaousis

“I suspect that we were nominated because of the exemplary outreach we perform. Most outstanding tree farms will host a tour or two each year, but we host thousands of visitors annually and either passively or actively we illustrate the importance of sustainable forest practices.” -Andy McAvoy

He walked out on his own power, so that was a big thing.” -Tom Feeney

“It doesn’t matter if you’re making homemade jam or a handmade sweater. It all goes back to supporting a local economy.” -Lara De Pietro

“We are surprised by the condition requiring LCH to provide urgent care services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.” -Scott Shott

“The commenters have made this clear, and I have approved conditions requiring 24-7 urgent care services.” -Mary Mayhew