Recipes

A Cold Beverage Ideal For The Season

Summer is a season synonymous with relaxation. Sitting poolside or relaxing on a patio with a cold beverage is a great way to escape the daily grind and make the most of a warm evening, and the following recipe for “Summer Cantaloupe” from Andrew Schloss’ “Homemade Liqueurs and Infused Spirits” (Storey Publishing) is tailor-made for […]
Community News

Perseids Meteor Shower Viewing At State Parks

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce that several Long Island State Parks will remain open during the nighttime hours for viewing of the Perseids Meteor Shower on Wednesday, August 12 through predawn hours of Thursday, August 13, 2026. There will be no charge, and the normal […]
Recipes

Honey Can Sweeten Any Dish

Honey has been enjoyed for centuries. Ancient peoples ate honey, and historians believe humans have been harvesting wild honey since the Stone Age. Honey has been widely consumed, used in medicinal salves, and even left in Egyptian tombs for the afterlife. Due to its high acidity and low moisture, honey never spoils. The flavor of […]
Seasonal Featured

How Communities Can Help To Grow Local Businesses

A community comprises various resources that coalesce to make it unique. Businesses are important components of that formula, and successful enterprises increase the chances a community will thrive. According to the business development experts at WSB, businesses help support and diversify a community’s property tax base, provide goods and services for existing and
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Day Trips That Can Make For Fun Memories

The term “road trip” is often used to describe lengthy excursions to faraway places. But the phrase also can be applied to shorter day trips to local attractions. Day trips can make for an ideal getaway when travelers have a day free. The next time such a scenario arises, drivers can consider these fun day-trip […]
Recipes

A Staple Summer Side Dish With A Fresh And Tasty Twist

Hot dogs and hamburgers garner a lot of attention at a backyard barbecue. But there’s more to backyard gatherings with family and friends than hot dogs and hamburgers, as hosts and guests alike know that various side dishes also are staples of summertime get-togethers. Homemade side dishes can up the ante at backyard barbecues, particularly […]