Pet of the day 5/10/17
Name: Twister Breed: Retriever, Lab Mix Age: 4 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Twister can be found at…
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Pork belly steamed buns
Servings: 12 Start to finish: 4 hours (1 hour active) 1/2 cup light soy sauce 1/2 cup dark soy sauce (see note) 1/4 cup Korean…
Welcome back
The past few days have seen the return of the rose-breasted grosbeaks, the baltimore orioles and the resident ruby-throated hummingbird to their respective feeders. As high as…
Pet of the day 5/9/17
Huey is a super affectionate older kitten. He is current on vaccines, negative for fiv and leukemia. Huey can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue…
Herb roasted fingerling potatoes
Serves 6 Start to finish: 35 minutes (25 minutes hands off) 2 pounds fingerling potatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic 2…
What do you miss when you don’t get your local paper?
I don’t want to preach. It will come off self-serving. I work for a community newspaper who pays me a wage to make photographs and…
VFW officers installed; event to benefit homeless vets
Election of 28th District Officers The VFW 28th District held there meeting Sunday, May 7, at VFW Post 7599. Nomination and elections were held and…
Pet of the day 5/8/17
Name: Parker Breed: Rottweiler/ Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Parker can be found at Venango…
Couscous with baked chicken, green olives, lemons and artichoke hearts
Start to finish: 1 hour (40 active) Servings: 4 to 6 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 8 small bone-in chicken thighs (3 to 3…
Every little bit helps
Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Franklin has met its shoe drive goal. Tri-County Animal Rescue in Shippenville has some tremendous torties available. Tiny Tina is…
Pet of the day 5/5/17
Name: Addi Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 9 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Addi can be found at Venango…
Ale Avocado Tacos
Makes 6 to 8 servings Salsa Fresca 11/2 cups seeded and diced plum tomatoes 1/4 cup diced yellow onion 1/4 cup seeded and finely diced…
Create a memorable prom weekend
After months of planning and anticipation, many soon-to-be graduates would no doubt prefer prom night to last for more than one evening. Some students extend…
National Day of Prayer: The great J.C. … Penney?
One of the running gags I have in the newsroom comes from the amount of assignments given to me to cover stories in churches or…
Pet of the day 5/4/17
Name: Colby Breed: Great Pyrenees Color: White Age: 5 years Size: X-Large Gender: Male Colby can be found at Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Spicy Cheese Balls
Makes 35 to 40 bite-size balls 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, at room temperature 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1…
Pet of the day 5/3/17
Name: Mouser Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Mouser can…
Thai peanut veggie and tofu bowl
Servings: 4 Start to finish: 20 minutes 2 tablespoons peanut butter (smooth or chunky) 1 tablespoon honey 2 tablespoons lime juice, plus 1 additional tablespoons…
It’s just a building – or is it?
Cambridge Springs was born out of the notion that the water from the springs in the area contained healing properties. The folks there now, and…
Between the raindrops
Between the raindrops there were some periods of blue sky and sunshine this past week. However, most of these periods happened while this picture…
Pet of the day 5/2/17
Name: Karma Breed: Terrier, American Staffordshire Mix Age: 7 months Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Beige/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Karma can be found…
Spicy chicken Milanese
Start to finish: 30 minutes Serves 4 2 large eggs 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2…
Pet of the day 5/1/17
Sheldon is an eight week old male kitten. Tested negative for FIV & leukemia. Sheldon can be found at Tri County Animal Rescue Center.
VFW 28th sets district meeting; May dates to remember
The VFW 28th District Post, and 28th District Auxiliary meeting will be held on Sunday, May 7, at Reynolds VFW Post 7599. (Please note change…
Reuben pizza
Start to finish: 2 hours (1 hour if using store-bought dough) Servings: 6 to 8 Speedy Pizza Dough (see below) or 14 ounces prepared pizza…
Tiny tails
Attention kitten lovers. Tri-County Animal Rescue Center and Precious Paws Animal Rescue have some candidates for you. Clarion PAWS is looking for homes, or rather…
Pet of the day 4/28/17
Name: Epic Breed: Retriever, Lab Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Epic can be found at…
Grilled oysters with green garlic butter
Servings: 4 appetizer-sized portions Start to finish: 15 minutes 1 dozen shucked oysters Green Garlicky Butter (see recipe below) Hot Sauce for serving Lemon wedges…
Weekly meal plans may save money
Meal plans provide a clever way to save money on food. Knowing the meals that will be made and which ingredients need to be purchased…
Pet of the day 4/27/17
Rupurrt is an eight week old male kitten. Tested negative for FIV & leukemia. Rupurrt can be found at Tri County Animal Rescue Center.
Penne with tomatoes, garlic, lemon and spinach
Servings: 6 Start to finish: 20 minutes 12 ounces whole grain penne pasta 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/8 teaspoon…
Pet of the day 4/26/17
Name: Aspen Breed: Terrier, Pit Bull Mix Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Tan/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Aspen can be found…
Grilled provencal chicken and peppers
Start to finish: 7 hours (6 hours of marinating time) Serves 6 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 red bell peppers 2 yellow bell…
Pet of the day 4/25/17
Name: Evie Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 3 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Brown/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Evie can…
Images of color
Last week brought beautiful butterflies, terrific tulips and perfectly pretty posies. When the rain finally stopped, the sun came out and nature showed off her true…
Spring leek frittata
Start to finish: 25 minutes (Active: 10 minutes) Servings: 4 1 leek 5 large eggs 3 tablespoons whole milk 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon…
My ankles hurt, but not as much as my heart
I put on a pair of 4 Inch silver heels that sparked in the sunlight just so I could know what it is like to…
Pet of the day 4/24/17
Name: Luke Breed: Boxer/Labrador Retriever Mix Color: Brindle Age: Adult Size: Medium 26-60 lbs Sex: Male House-trained: Yes Luke can be found at Tri-County Animal…
Mushroom and cheese burrito
Start to finish: 1 hour 20 minutes Servings: 6 1½ pounds Portobello mushrooms (about 6 medium to large) 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus lime…
Improving programs for vets
President Signs VFW-Supported Bill Last Wednesday, VFW Adjutant General Robert E. Wallace was at the White House to join President Trump as he signed a…
In the mews
Crystal the cat from Tri-County Animal Rescue Center in Shippenville has something to say. An awesome animal event is planned for Saturday. Precious Paws Animal…
Pet of the day 4/21/17
Name: Peppermint Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 6 months Gender: Female Size: Small Color: Black/ Beige Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Peppermint can be found at…
Hummus-crusted roasted vegetables
Start to finish: 30 minutes Servings: 6 servings 1 cup baby carrots 1 cup broccoli florets 1 cup cauliflower florets 1 cup bell pepper slices…
Regaining your work-life balance
Balancing work and family life is a major challenge for many professionals. Many established professionals find it stressful to juggle the demands of successful careers…
Pet of the day 4/20/17
Name: Seth Breed: Beagle Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Seth can be found at Venango…
Gorgonzola Canapés with Walnuts
Makes 30 canapés 11/2 cups crumbled Gorgonzola cheese 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 30 sturdy round crackers 3/4 cup dried cranberries 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley…
Pet of the day 4/19/17
Name: Lilly Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Small Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Lilly can…
Roasted asparagus with lemon dressing
Serves 6 to 8 Start to finish: 25 minutes Roasted Asparagus: 2 pounds medium-thick asparagus 1 tablespoon olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper…
New and upcoming
Warming temps and sunshine brought some new arrivals to both flora and fauna. Spring birds are starting to filter in as more buds preview…
Pet of the day 4/18/17
Name: Chica Breed: Chihuahua/ Pug Mix Gender: Female Size: Small Age: Adult Color: Brindle Chica can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.