Riedlbauer's Resort in upstate N.Y. is a great place to ring in the New Year
ROUND TOP, N.Y. - Two phrases, "family friendly" and "they made us feel like family," are staples in travel reviews. But having visited (and reviewed) dozens of hotels and resorts, I can honestly say...
View ArticleLove, life and family in 'God's waiting room'
Here they are, the greatest generation, looking pretty ordinary: armed now with carts and canes, bragging about their grandchildren, complaining about their doctors and relishing their deserts.
View Article13 hottest fitness trends to try in 2013
Tired of the same ol' workout? These expert-approved fitness trends are sure to shake up your New Year:
View ArticleOutdoors Gear: Touchscreen gloves for young skiers and boarders
These days, kids cannot live without their smartphones - even on the slopes. That means lots of cold fingers and the potential for more serious cold-weather complications such as frostbite. But good...
View ArticleSandy stifled housing starts in November, though permits were up
New housing starts fell 3 percent in November from the previous month as Superstorm Sandy kept builders from breaking ground in the Northeast, the Commerce Department reported Wednesday.
View ArticleRePlay for Kids volunteers retrofit, repair toys for kids with special needs
Like every 3-year-old, Rakaya McMullen enjoys colorful toys, especially one with sounds and lights.
View ArticleNotable quotables
"It was lovely to have that time to get to know people properly. I'm a homebody, so I like putting a DVD on and having a beer. But (Ian) McKellen was the king of the social scene. Nights 'round...
View ArticleParents at Play: Great card games that take you beyond those 52 cards
The standard 52-card deck of playing cards can be used to play literally hundreds of different games. But despite its versatility, there are some limitations. In recent years dozens of new card games -...
View Article'Ugly' Christmas sweaters getting second looks as popularity prances
A holiday sweater decorated with dancing snowmen in ski hats rarely has qualified as high fashion. But never have such festive frocks been so joyfully and openly ridiculed as they are today.
View ArticleHome style: Lamp of many colors; 'Layered Garden'; floor spots
WHAT'S NEW: LAMP COMES IN RAINBOW OF COLORS
View ArticleDiggin' In: Plants make excellent holiday gifts
When in doubt about what to take to a hostess or give as a last-minute gift for someone special, select a plant that can be enjoyed indoors.
View ArticleOn Gardening: Grancy greybeard offers great winter appeal
Last week a most picturesque Grancy greybeard or white fringe tree had me completely mesmerized. If you are a gardener you may be thinking: Doesn't it bloom in April? The answer is absolutely -- which...
View ArticleLiving Smart: New thermostats can 'learn' home's routine
Programmable thermostats have long been considered an effective tool to help homeowners manage the operation of their heating and cooling systems.
View ArticleRising building-material costs may dampen new-home market
Just as the housing market is on the mend, prices for drywall, cement and lumber are fast outpacing inflation.
View ArticleMortgage settlement gets mixed reviews
Deatrice S. Besong says it feels like winning the lottery: Her mortgage servicer recently agreed to reduce her loan by $249,000 next year, saving her $300 a month and erasing the debt overhang that has...
View ArticleReal estate Q&A: Should I bother attending bank's mortgage workshop?
QUESTION: I saw a notice for a foreclosure prevention workshop sponsored by my lender. Do these really help or is it just public relations for the bank?
View ArticleVatican takes first step toward sainthood for Pope Paul VI
VATICAN CITY - The Catholic Church on Thursday took the first step toward granting sainthood to Pope Paul VI, who ruled from 1963 until his death in 1978.
View ArticleFrom Single to Soul Mate: Relationship musings
"Never make someone a priority when all you are to them is an option." - Maya Angelou
View ArticleHome sales jump in November, report finds
Low mortgage rates and job gains are continuing to boost the housing market, with sales of existing homes at the highest level in three years and new housing construction up 21.6 percent in November...
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