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North Haven’s no-kill pet shelter Animal Haven received a generous donation last month from a youthful, precocious benefactor.

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Angelina Ferraiolo stands before the Animal Haven donations raised by her charitable birthday party.

The role of social networking websites in the modern lifestyle is expanding. Business deals bloom through LinkedIn. Bands form followings on MySpace. Celebrities skip the press to express themselves on Twitter, while friendships are found, fostered, and refreshed through Facebook.

During tough economic times, people have a tendency to cut back on the little extras that make life more enjoyable. Usually this belt-tightening behavior concerns only material things like the cable bill, unlimited texting or dining out.

Things are always tough for abandoned or orphaned animals, who can have their lives turned around by a good home. If residents are considering an act of kindness this holiday season, they can look to the Animal Haven for an opportunity to rescue an orphaned cat or dog.