Now Here’s a Tip – June 14, 2022

#Middlebury Add a small bit of boiling water to a glass of iced tea to clear it up if it is cloudy. You can do this to a pitcher just before serving. If you’re traveling with ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – June 7, 2022

#Middlebury Having a yard sale? Here’s a great way to put out extra signs when you don’t have a way to stake them into the ground: “Write your sign advertising your yard ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – May 31, 2022

#Middlebury Save the peels from your oranges, and dry them at a low temperature in the oven. You can add them to a pot of coffee or tea for a flavor boost that is refreshing and delicious. “If ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – May 24, 2022

#Middlebury Here’s a grill tip just in time for Memorial Day: When you need to cook something that needs covering (say, chicken) alongside something that does not (like hot dogs), ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – May 17, 2022

#Middlebury Need a patch for old woodwork? Try mixing paint (whatever color you’re using) and flour. Make a paste, fill in the holes and let dry. It’s hard like cement, ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – May 10, 2022

#Middlebury “Planning a new roof? Choose a light color for cooling benefits. Also check with your home-insurance company to see what discounts it might offer for different styles ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – May 3, 2022

#Middlebury “Earth Day got me thinking about how many plastic bottled beverages my family goes through. I have found six glass reusable bottles that can be run through the dishwasher, ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 28, 2022

#Middlebury “If you add a teaspoon of sugar to your biscuit mix or to the dough for rolls, it will help them to brown well, and they will come out of the oven with golden tops.” ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 19, 2022

#Middlebury A good non-slip bathmat is essential in the tub to prevent accidents. Grab an extra one to drape over the edge of the tub for help when entering and exiting. “To remove ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 12, 2022

#Middlebury A great idea for mini ice packs: Freeze ketchup packets you get from takeout food. They are great for icing small bumps or bug bites. Spread a teaspoon of peanut butter ... Continue Reading →