By Kerry Mendez Q: I’ve noticed white fuzzy stuff on the leaves of my garden phlox. What is this, will it kill my plant and how can I get rid of it?A: It sounds like your phlox has a case...
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Be a dating pro
By Kimberlee Brandt You have the first date all scheduled. The outfit is bought. The shoes are shined. Your hair is all done. Now what? Don’t be nervous. Here’s a guide to help you look like a dating pro. Top...
The Boat House Restaurant
By Mike Ceonzo Nestled along the scenic Hudson River in New Baltimore is The Boat House Restaurant, a perfect spot to dine outdoors during the warm weather, or enjoy a cozy meal inside by the fire during the cooler months....
Weather facts with Jason Gough
Welcome to summer. Officially, anyway. After what was a very cool and damp May, almost cracking the top 10 coldest on record in Albany, we made a hard 180-degree turn into summer last month. It was, according to some people...
Editor’s Letter
Happy birthday America! It was 229 years ago that John Hancock, president of the Second Continental Congress, was the first to sign the Declaration of Independence. Soon after, celebrating our freedom and independence on July 4th with fireworks, picnics and...
Last Page with John Gray
Wanted: Person for the job of Parenthood By John Gray Job descriptionHours are flexible. That means your day will start when you hear screaming coming from the crib in the next room, and continue until the screaming stops roughly 18...
Summer Kick-Off
Saratoga County Fair: July 12-17 162 Prospect Street, Ballston Spa 885.9701 www.saratogacountyfair.org Pay One Price Rides (handstamps)All the rides, all the time. Animal rides not included.Tuesday-Friday 12noon-midnight $20Sunday 12noon-11pm $20Fair Gate DiscountsTuesday-Thursday $7 adult admissionWednesday $4 senior (65...
Outdoor activities for summer fitness
By Judy Torel With the warm weather finally here, many opt to take their workouts outside to enjoy the fresh air and beautiful weather. With so many choices of outdoor activities, which ones can be substituted for the workouts we...
How sweet it is
A day in the life of a pastry chef By Mary Beth DeCecco I am not ashamed to admit that I have a sweet tooth. So, to have the opportunity to spend a day with a pastry chef was quite...
Home remedies for common ailments
By Ann Carey Tobin, M.D. There are many safe and natural remedies located in your cupboards, refrigerator and garden. The following questions and answers address the therapeutic application of many of these household items to everyday ailments.Q: My doctor told...