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It’s hard to stick to your New Year’s resolution of eating well if your pantry is full of temptations and convenience foods. Set yourself up for success by stocking your kitchen with a few healthy essentials so you’ll have the tools you need to choose wholesome recipes and ... CONTINUE READING

By Kelli DiCesare Some people are dealt a bad hand in life and just lay down; some people are dealt a bad hand but persevere with grace, integrity, humor and love only to come out on the other end with a greater appreciation of all life has to offer. The latter describes the MoDa ... CONTINUE READING

By Frederick Jerants Good Shepherd’s Assistive Technology Program   The term “assistive technologies” covers a lot of ground. It includes anything that helps people with disabilities become more independent and productive – from a simple pair of reading glasses, to ... CONTINUE READING

By Kathryn M. D’Imperio Just as the weather starts getting nicer, Earth Day rolls around to remind us to do our part in keeping our planet healthy and sustainable. Earth Day, celebrated on April 22 of each year, is a special time to show appreciation for our Earth and its reso ... CONTINUE READING

By Kelli DiCesare “Push the shopping cart, Push the shopping cart.” I thought I said it in my head, but when my daughter snorted, “Mommy, please stop saying ‘push the shopping cart’,” I realized I was saying it all out loud. Ooops. Rewind a month… “I’m going to ... CONTINUE READING

By Liz Reph Have you ever found yourself scrolling through an amazing array of food-related photos on Facebook? Or clicking through countless culinary images on Instagram? Posting pictures of the food we eat – from a gourmet dinner in a high-end restaurant to a basic bowl of b ... CONTINUE READING

By ANDY COOK Did you know that your flooring makes the single largest impact in your home? With a home being typically the single largest investment a person makes, taking the time to investigate and select the right flooring to meet your needs and lifestyle is time well spent. ... CONTINUE READING

By Mary Beth Schwartz   Contrary to popular belief, the Easter Bunny does not live on Easter Island. While his exact home is unknown, it is believed that the Easter Bunny begins delivering eggs and candy from the South Pacific and travels west all the way to the United State ... CONTINUE READING

By Kathryn Finegan Clark An exhibit at the Lenape Cultural Center in Easton is writing a chapter our history books have omitted. It illustrates the dramatic tale of a people who have lived here in secret for generations before coming forth with their story. Until recently it was ... CONTINUE READING

March 23 is National Chip and Dip Day. It marks the day we celebrate America’s favorite snack duet – the perfect combination that is loved by many. Humans have been dipping their food into sweet and savory sauces for centuries. Some of the earliest dips, including hummus, or ... CONTINUE READING