Ask Lisa: Boil unpasteurized cider to eliminate bacteria risk
Q: I purchased a bottle of unpasteurized cider and now have concerns about drinking it, as my husband and I are older. Can I boil it?— J.W., Mount Vernon, OhioA: You are wise to be careful of...
View ArticleArc of EA learns about drug prevention
The Arc of East Ascension held their first Drug Awareness Walk on Oct. 28 in recognition of drug safety and awareness. Detectives from the Gonzales Police Department were present to educate those in...
View ArticleSES receives a visit from Paincourtville Fire Dept.
On Tuesday, Oct. 18, members of the Paincourtville Fire Department visited the children of St. Elizabeth School. Fire Chief Leroy Blanchard, along with Captain Greg Barbier, SES Class of 2009, and...
View ArticleReligion News: Pope believes women won’t ever be ordained as priests
WEEK IN RELIGIONDuring his return to Rome from Sweden earlier this week, Pope Francis said he believes that the Catholic Church's ban on women becoming priests will last into the foreseeable future....
View Article7 things God wants you to remember when your heart is breaking
God knows and understands the exquisite pain of a broken heart. Below are 7 things God wants you to remember when your heart is breaking.
View ArticleWhat couples may not realize about religion and marriage
A new Pew Research Center survey shows that religiously mixed households may produce more religiously unaffiliated adults.
View ArticleResearchers give exclusive look at what's believed to be Christ's tomb
In an exclusive piece for National Geographic, the scientists show off the burial site, one that may require more scientific analysis.
View ArticleNetworx: How to heat concrete and more fascinating concrete FAQs
Concrete is such a versatile building material. In addition to basement floors, outdoor patios, and walkways, you'll find it in on-trend industrial chic home decor, in the form of floors, ceilings,...
View ArticleSour grapes over runny jelly? Try adding apples
Grapes are among the most plentiful fruits you'll find at our place. Some are seedless, and others have seeds that you must spit out as you munch. Some varieties are green, others red.My favorites are...
View ArticleBenjamin Moore color expert helps readers pick the perfect palette
Andrea Magno, a Benjamin Moore color and design expert, joined Post staff writer Jura Koncius last week on our Home Front online chat. Here is an edited excerpt.Q: I'm planning to paint my entire...
View ArticleCongenital Zika syndrome is the new name for a group of devastating birth...
The birth defects caused by Zika have been described in heartbreaking detail as the virus has spread to more than 45 countries, infecting hundreds of thousands of people, including tens of thousands of...
View ArticleTales From the Front: Beginning and end
Today we hear from Charlie and Dick. One man's happily ever after is just beginning. The other's has come to an end.CHARLIE: Trish and I were together for a year in college. She was a year older than...
View ArticleTales From the Front: Thanks, but no thanks
Kathy was the woman who liked Kevin's voice when they talked business. She suggested a lunch date, but when she saw him, she changed her mind. The whole date lasted all of two minutes. How would you...
View ArticleTales From the Front: Yeah, yeah, yeah
Love comes along when you least expect it. Yeah, yeah, yeah. You've heard it a thousand times. But it's true. Don't take my word for it...TRACE: I have a support group for people like myself with...
View ArticleIn Fashion: Men’s holiday must-haves
Hey, guys! Just because you've got a few parties to go to in the next few months, doesn't mean you have to stress out about what to wear. It's easy to put together a fun and festive holiday wardrobe...
View ArticleEnergy Express: Be a change-maker: Elect yourself to be in charge
With the presidential election just a hop, skip and several more aspirins away, now's a good time to talk about change. Not change for the country — though that is surely coming, no matter who wins. I...
View ArticleHere’s How: Stop water bang noise in your plumbing
Dear James: Whenever I shut the water off quickly, there is a banging sound. I am building a new house and want the plumbing to be quiet. What can I do to stop the banging noise? — Kenny T.Dear Kenny:...
View ArticleWhere health care prices are rising dramatically
Open enrollment for the insurance exchanges created by the Affordable Care Act kicks off Tuesday and there's a good chance consumers logging on to compare plans will face some sticker shock.Monthly...
View ArticleSt. Elizabeth Hospital earns high marks in patient safety
St. Elizabeth Hospital was one of 844 hospitals to receive an "A", ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States. The new Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades, which assign A, B, C, D and F...
View ArticleQ&A: A Sikh community leader shares what we can do to reduce religious...
Simran Jeet Singh is a religious studies scholar and faith-based activist, who works to raise awareness of religious discrimination and find ways to solve it.
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