Thanksgiving is celebrated each autumn and often serves as the entry point to the holiday season. Tradition plays a large role in Thanksgiving celebrations, as families incorporate many customs into their celebrations that some believe were once tied to the earliest Thanksgiving meals. But the truth...

While many management activities for insect pests of trees and shrubs end when the frost arrives (like most, if not all, insecticide treatments), some are still applicable in the cold winter months. Examples include: • Scout for egg masses and act accordingly. Many (not all!) insect pests overwinter...

The New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) are reminding drivers to be extra cautious in the autumn months as deer and moose become increasingly active. “A chance encounter with a deer or moose is much more likely this time of year,” said...

I’ve said before that the “gauntlet” of Halloween through New Year’s Day is one of, if not my favorite, times of the year – and it’s true. I believe in magic – the make-believe kind and the kind forged by loving moms and dads and a house full of love. You feel that magic at its strongest around the ...

Certain items are staples of winter dinner tables. Think of warm, belly-filling sides like mashed potatoes, candied yams and stuffing. Home chefs interested in injecting more variety into their offerings may want to consider a few unique side dishes to complement their cold-season dinners. Sides tha...

No matter your politics, pretty much everyone will agree that it’s going to be a tighter holiday season this year as costs continue to rise and a lot of the longterm social safety nets are disappearing. Where does that leave us? In many ways, it leaves us to help each other. And that’s just what fol...

The shop local movement is a worthy endeavor. A thriving Main Street can foster a sense of community, encourage entrepreneurs young and old to pursue their dreams and expose residents to a host of new ideas and products. But the benefits of a strong local business sector don’t end there. In fact, co...

Spending time with loved ones increases the chances for fun days and nights. That is why nights out with friends are so popular. Such nights give people opportunities to reconnect and potentially expose them to new and entertaining experiences. Sarah F. O’Brien, LCSW, LCSW-C, CCATP, CTMH, says it’s ...

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