Over the Counter: Natural allergy remedies
Who doesn't love spring, especially here in New England? The season is the stuff of scenic hotel room paintings, stock photographs and sentimental greeting cards where you can take in the lush leaves...
View ArticleBreaking Bread: Ohio State students win $5,000 for push to improve food system
A group of Ohio State University students, who spent the past year advocating improvements in the university's food system, has won $5,000 to help its cause.Real Food OSU intends to use the money to...
View ArticleAsk Lisa: Garlic can change color for several reasons
Q: My daughter recently gave me a jar of home-pickled cauliflower with garlic cloves. The garlic at the top has some blue coloring. Is this is still safe to consume; is it just a chemical reaction?—...
View ArticleKitchen Call: Chef pens cookbook as memoir
Some people remember the special occasions of life by what they wore. Others by who they met. Marisa Iocco remembers by what she cooked. The Boston chef has just published her first book, "Every Menu...
View Article5 marvelous minivans under $15,000
The minivan is the perfect combination of passenger hauler and cargo carrier with the handling and performance of a sedan. Beautiful colors, deeply etched lines, and an athletic stance are also often...
View ArticleTaking the stress out of homebuying
Spring can mean lots of things — blooming flowers, baseball and, for many, the start of the prime house hunting season. Unfortunately, the task of looking for a new home can be a good deal less...
View ArticleReligion News: Robot monk delivers message to digital generation
WEEK IN RELIGIONIn the hope of reaching an ever increasing technological-savvy world, a Buddhist monk in China has developed a robot monk to spread the word of his faith to the digital generation....
View ArticleThe 26 best Jewish delis in America, according to Foursquare
The Jewish deli is an American institution, serving up some of the classics of our national cuisine. But, where is 'the' place to go for delicious deli food? Here are the places to go for the best deli...
View ArticleRethinking rehab
For athletes and anyone leading an active lifestyle getting injured no longer means sitting on the couch. Doctors are now trying to keep you up and moving.
View ArticleWhy your physical and spiritual workouts have more in common than you might...
A few weeks ago, I returned to the gym after what we'll call a “personal hiatus.” It was just long enough to be awkward when I walked back in the heavy glass doors, but not long enough for the folks at...
View ArticleShould your boss know that you keep the Sabbath?
More than half of Americans believe employers should accommodate workers who want to keep a Sabbath.
View ArticleIn Good Faith: Searching for clues
It all started with an innocuous, tongue-in-cheek text from a friend: "I think you should help the local police solve mysteries like the vicar in Grantchester."You know Grantchester, right? The popular...
View ArticleBoucherie Festival is back in full swing
SORRENTO - The ever popular Sorrento Boucherie Festival is making its comeback later this year after being gone for over five years. With the help of the Sorrento Lions Club, the festival is...
View ArticleThree things to do
Relay for Life, beauty pageants and a kids adventure party are what's on tap this weekend in Ascension.
View ArticleApple Digital Academy receives Calculators for Common Core grant
Sherice Palmer, a Secondary Mathematics Teacher at Apple Digital was awarded a $1,000 grant through Ascension Fund's Randy J. Braud Memorial Endowment Fund. The funds purchased TI-84 Graphing and...
View ArticleBalloon Fest named a top event
The Southeast Tourism Society has named the Ascension Hot Air Balloon Festival one of the STS Top 20 Events in southeast for Sept. 2016. This year's event will take place on Sept. 23 and Sept....
View ArticleAARP Chapter 1449 receives Senior Safety tips
Dave Martin, a representative from the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office, addressed members of AARP Chapter 1449 concerning Senior Safety at a recent meeting. He gave brochures to each member to read...
View ArticleThe 25 most valuable liquor brands in the world
Liquor is a massive industry. See below for the 25 most valuable liquor brands:
View ArticleThe 'Home Alone' scenario: Is your child old enough to be left alone?
All parents must face this question and, like all parenting issues, making an informed decision ahead of time is far wiser than waiting. Here are some questions and tips to review before making the...
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