Crab Bisque
Start to finish: 1 hour 15 minutes, including 1 hour inactive cooking time Servings: About 6 servings, 1 cup each Stock: shells from 2 pounds…
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Time and patience
The Venango County Humane Society in Seneca and Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Seneca have a couple of pups that will require some time and…
How to manage time more effectively
Hectic schedules can make managing time seem like a riddle wrapped inside an enigma. Many people feel there are not enough hours in the day….
Pet of the day 1/19/17
Patches is a super affectionate young adult Tortie cat. She is current on vaccines and spayed. For more information on Patches contact Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Cheesy beer dip with hot pretzels
Start to finish: 15 minutes Serves 12 2 (13-ounce) boxes of frozen hot soft pretzels, 12 pretzels in all 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 tablespoons…
Pet of the day 1/18/17
Name: Casey Breed: Shih Tzu Gender: Male Size: Small Age: 12 years House-trained: Yes Casey can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Asian Bok Choy
Serves 6 Start to finish: 20 minutes 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional) 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger…
Pet of the day 1/17/17
Name: Henry Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 8 months Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Henry can be…
Things that go ‘bump’ in the night
A recent purchase of two game – or trail – cameras has lead to some photos of wildlife not often viewed when one has two…
A deer photo
Kelly Daugherty of Oil City wanted to share this photo of deer she took a few years ago in February. Daugherty thought this picture might…
Chinese take-out chicken and broccoli
Start to finish: 25 minutes (Active time: 20 minutes) Servings: 4 to 6 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into…
VFW awards students; VA secretary nominated
The Pennsylvania VFW 28th District held its Voice of Democracy and Patriots Pen Banquet at Reynolds VFW Post 7599 on Saturday evening. There were over…
Pet of the day 1/16/17
Name: Mugsy Breed: Boxer Mix Age: 7 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Tan/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Mugsy can be found at Venango…
Buffalo Style Meatballs
Start to finish: 30 minutes Servings: 10 servings, 2 meatballs each 1 egg white 3 tablespoons spicy buffalo sauce (like Frank’s, or hot chili sauce)…
Pet of the day 1/13/17
Rex is approximately 3-4 years old. He is super affectionate and loves to give head boinks with his big “tom” head. He is neutered, current…
Gearing up for the new year
Tri-county Animal Rescue Center in Shippenville has posted its spay and neuter clinic dates. The DukeFest team lists some of its activities for the year….
Taxicab Yellow Tomato Soup With Fresh Basil Pesto
Serves 6 8 pounds yellow heirloom tomatoes, halved 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 to 2 cups prepared vegetable stock,…
How to save money on everyday expenses
Saving money on everyday expenses is a goal for many adults. Certain expenses, such as loan payments, may be more difficult to pare down than…
Pet of the day 1/12/17
Name: Kahlua Breed: Boxer Gender: Female Size: Medium Age: 8 years House-trained: Yes Color: Brindle Kahlua can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Farro with roasted winter vegetables
Start to finish: 2 hours, 5 minutes (Active: 35 minutes. Inactive: 1 hour, 30 minutes) Servings: 5 Roasted Squash 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 3/4…
Opportunities to observe
Ed Atts of the Utica area shared these three wildlife photos out of the 1,500 photos he saved from last year. He is a retired…
Pet of the day 1/11/17
Landon was adopted from us when he was a kitten 2 years ago. He was returned recently. His former owners had him declawed. He is…
Honey Mustard Roast Chicken and Potatoes
3 tablespoons honey mustard 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon dried herbes de Provence 1 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black…
Pet of the day 1/10/17
Name: Fred Breed: Retriever, Labrador mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Yellow Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Fred can be found at Venango…
Reefnet Salmon With Salsa Verde
Serves 4 For the salsa verde: 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh parsley 1/4 cup lightly packed fresh mint…
Winter birds
It is often said that bad weather leads to good birding or at least better sightings of birds. Winter weather often makes birds flock to…
Pet of the day 1/9/17
Happy is a cute girl who came to us pregnant. She had 6 kittens. She is very friendly, spayed and current on vaccines. For more information…
Biscotti Ripieni
Vanilla Cookies with Chocolate Buttercream Filling Makes about 18 filled cookies 1/2 cup sugar 6 ounces (11/2 sticks) unsalted butter 1 large egg Grated zest…
Members Appointed to VA Advisory Committee On Women Veterans
The new appointees will provide unique insight as VA strives to gauge the evolving needs of women Veterans. The new members are: Lisa Kirk Brown. of…
Making resolutions
Humane PA, a political action committee, had published its top five New Year’s Resolutions. Precious Paws Animal Rescue has scheduled an adoption event and a…
Pet of the day 1/6/17
Name: Lacey Breed: Terrier, Pit Bull/ Boxer Age: 2 years Gender: Female Size: Medium Color: Brown/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Lacey can be found…
Oyster Stew
Makes 8 servings 24 fresh oysters, shucked, juices reserved 4 bacon slices, minced 1 onion, minced (about 11/4 cup) 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 11/2 quarts…
Pet of the day 1/5/17
Name: Frodo Breed: Tabby Age: 3 months Gender: Male Size: Medium Tested negative for feline leukemia and FIV. Frodo can be found at Precious Paws…
Different ways to help resolutions stick this year
In the heat of the New Year’s Eve countdown, fueled by enthusiasm and possibly a few glasses of champagne, resolutions may roll off of the…
Baked Penne with Prosciutto and Fontina
Start to finish: 1 hour 15 minutes (20 minutes active) Servings: 6 1 pound penne pasta Kosher salt Butter, for coating the baking pan 2…
Pet of the day 1/4/17
Name: Sparky Breed: Boston/ Terrier, American Staffordshire Age: 4 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Black/White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Sparky can be found at…
Purple Power Smoothie
Start to finish: 5 minutes Servings: 3 2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond/coconut milk 4 ounces soft silken tofu or about 1/3 of a package (Instead…
Pet of the day 1/3/17
Callie is spayed, current on vaccines, tested negative for feline leukemia, and fiv. She is a young adult and was a momma cat who is…
Bistro Style Slow Roasted Duck
Start to finish: 4 hours 50 minutes (50 minutes active) Servings: 4 5 1/2- to 6-pound Pekin (Long Island) duck Kosher salt and ground black…
Erie VA Medical Center has high rating
With the new year now upon us, it would be a great idea to take a look at your American Flag that is flying in…
Snowy scenery
Snowy scenery was all around just a few days before the new year started. Trees, fields and the like received a generous coating of snow…
Pet of the day 12/30/16
Name: Jackson Breed: Pointer, German Shorthaired mix Age: 4 years Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Black and White Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Jackson can be…
The Spirit of the Season
A writer from the Chicago Tribune has some tips for visiting dog owners. Clarion PUPS had a special delivery earlier this month. Skye’s Spirit Wildlife…
Champagne Risotto
Servings: 2 dinner portions or 4 side dishes Start to finish: 45 minutes 2 large shallots, chopped (about 1/3 cup) 2 large cloves of garlic,…
Pet of the day 12/28/16
Name: Diamond Breed: Himalayan/ Siamese Age: 3 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Brown/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Diamond can be found at Venango…
Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry
Serves 4 Start to finish: 35 minutes 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch dice 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon freshly…
Pet of the day 12/27/16
Macy is an approximately 1 year old female Border Collie/German Shepard mix. Macy is friendly, loves to play in the yard and enjoys the attention…
Garbanzo-Carrot Hummus with Grilled Yogurt Flatbread
Makes 2 cups 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped Salt 1 cup cooked garbanzo beans, drained 4 teaspoons chopped cilantro plus 1 teaspoon for garnish…
Veterans Crisis Line improves service with new call center
WASHINGTON – The Department of Veteran Affairs cut the ribbon last week for its new Veteran Crisis Line (VCL) satellite office in Atlanta. The office…
Christmas sparkle
Christmas lights seem to shine a little brighter at night and several of the Applegate pets don their holiday hats. Merry Christmas and a Happy…