Dear Paw's Corner: I often see advice for humans about staying hydrated – by drinking lots of water, adding electrolyte supplements and so on. But I see almost no advice about keeping pets hydrated, and that’s so important. Is it enough to just give my dog water throughout the day? Are there electro...

The Erie Canal Museum has teamed up with cultural sites and breweries across the state to develop a summer-long cycling series along the Erie Canal titled “Beers, Bikes & Barges.” The goal of this series is to showcase the Erie Canal’s diverse history, the Empire State Trail and the unique breweries...

Is something chewing on and creating holes in your plant leaves, but you can’t find any insects? Does new damage continue to appear? This is a true case of whodunit. This is a common question, particularly in early summer, and the absence of a pest with continued damage suggests a nocturnal pest or ...

When the weather warms up outside, the desire for healthy, lighter fare rises alongside the mercury. That leads many people to turn to vegetables, which can satisfy hunger pangs but do not typically create feelings of sluggishness. Vegetables can be cooked in myriad ways, and some can even be eaten ...

The U.S. bird population has been declining by the millions for several decades. Thankfully, there is a growing interest in managing sugarbushes as an ecological support for our diverse bird populations. Steve Hagenbuch, the lead on the national Audubon Bird-Friendly Maple program, shared ideas of h...

Looking for something fun to do while out and about this summer? How about Bug Week in Connecticut? UConn Extension is excited to celebrate Bug Week 2026, July 12 - 18, with hands-on educational programs and family-friendly events across Connecticut that highlight the fascinating world of insects an...

The year the United States came to be was an interesting time to be alive, particularly for those living in colonial America. The American Revolutionary War began in 1776, and much of the year was marked by events stemming from that conflict. Below are some of the more notable events to take place d...

I recently had the opportunity to catch up with dear family and friends. One of the things we spoke on, amongst other things, was the difference between regular milk and A2 milk and lactose-free milk. I’ve also had many others recently asked about the difference, so this inspired me to research and ...

Extended holiday weekends tend to fall on national holidays throughout the year, giving workers and students an opportunity to enjoy an extra day off from work (or school). The open road beckons millions of people on three-day weekends, which serve as a great chance to get away. In 2026, the Indepen...