Celebrity Extra – Jan. 10, 2019

#Middlebury Q: I’m a big fan of “The Bachelor” and “The Bachelorette” reality programs. I’ve often wondered, with so many of these couples breaking up after getting ... Continue Reading →

Fight flu, colds with healthy foods

#Middlebury Cold and flu season is upon us, but you can cook your way to better health and lessen your chances of getting the flu or a cold by eating certain healthy foods. One thing ... Continue Reading →

Moments in Time – Jan. 9, 2019

#Middlebury On Jan. 24, 1848, a millwright named James Marshall discovers gold along the banks of Sutter’s Creek in California, forever changing the course of history in the ... Continue Reading →

Do dogs really need coats in winter?

#Middlebury DEAR PAW’S CORNER: You recently addressed someone leaving a dog out in the cold. Your answer was great, except that I wonder about putting a warm vest on the dog. ... Continue Reading →

Make firestarters with recycled candles

#Middlebury #Firestarter Sometimes, as I’m pulling candle stubs and melted wax from candlesticks and votive holders at the end of the holidays or a birthday party, I think about ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s A Tip – Jan. 8, 2019

#Middlebury #Tip Studies show that people who eat more fiber take in fewer calories, and if you’re on a healthy mission, take heed: Keep your focus on whole food sources of fiber, ... Continue Reading →

Find advertising signs at antiques shows, art galleries, auctions

#Middlebury #Antiques Advertising signs are popular collectibles at antiques shows, but some are sold as art at galleries or auctions. Travel posters, French art deco wine ads, art ... Continue Reading →

Salome’s Stars – Week of Jan. 7, 2019

#Middlebury #Horoscope ARIES (March 21 to April 19) It’s a good time to take a much-needed break from your recent hectic schedule and spend some time in quieter surroundings. ... Continue Reading →

Vitamin E unlikely to cause ill effects

#Middlebury #Health DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m a 47-year-old female in good overall health. About six months ago, I began to take several supplements, one of which was vitamin E (200 ... Continue Reading →

Study concludes puzzles, games don’t boost brain

#Middlebury #Seniors After being told for years that doing daily crossword puzzles or other types of brain stretchers would help maintain our cognitive abilities, researchers now say ... Continue Reading →