Come the first Monday of September, many children and their parents start to face the reality that school, if it hasn’t yet started, is about to begin again. That’s because Labor Day marks the unofficial end of summer. But there is much more to this holiday than barbecues and the notion that autumn ...

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Adirondack Harvest Festival at the Essex County Fairgrounds in Westport, NY. Enjoy the harvest season and learn about Adirondack agriculture on Sept. 19 from noon - 5 p.m. This family-friendly event is free to enter, features a large farmers market, live music, ...

Oneida County Sheriff Robert Maciol, joined by numerous agriculture officials, hosted the sheriff’s 16th annual on-the-farm press conference to urge motorists to watch for slow-moving vehicles (SMVs) and to remind farmers of their responsibilities when operating farm equipment on the public roads. O...

CCE Herkimer is proud to announce the awarding of seven $2,000 sub-awards to community and aspiring community gardens across Herkimer County. Funding is provided through the New York State Urban Farm & Community Garden Grant Program, supporting efforts to strengthen local food systems and expand acc...

by Andy Haman Another school year will be here before we know it. If you’re thinking about homeschooling your kids – especially for the first time – there are some choices to be made when it comes to curriculum and teaching style. You might not have known this, especially if you’re not coming from a...

It’s easy to overlook how integral small businesses are to local, national and even global economies. The Small Business Administration and the U.S Census Bureau indicate small businesses account for 99.7 percent of all American businesses, employing 56.8 million people. Similarly, according to Stat...

Whether they’re tailgating outside a favorite team’s stadium or hosting a game watch at home, football fans know food is a big part of the game day experience. Certain foods, like chicken wings and nachos, are synonymous with game day buffets, but fans can cook anything they like for the big game. T...

A Thanksgiving dinner table can be a sight to behold. For foodies and others who love the array of comfort foods on display come the second Monday in October (in Canada) or the fourth Thursday in November (in the United States), Thanksgiving is a day to circle on the calendar each year. While a mout...

Spring is the season most often associated with lawn care, and for good reason. Grass starts growing in spring, and the season is a great time to fertilize many grasses in the hopes lawns can look their best and endure the hotter, dryer weather of summer. Spring might mark the time when many homeown...

Through the years veterinary medicine has become more technologically advanced and that has led to longer life expectancies for beloved pets. But as care offerings expand, the cost of such care increases. Pet health insurance is designed to offset many of the costs of keeping a pet happy and healthy...

Many transformations occur during the month of October. Leaves begin to turn various shades of orange and red, while the weather gets decidedly cooler. In the meantime, neighborhoods across the country begin to look quite different, with many homes decked out in the garish garb of Halloween. The Nat...

Be Friendly! Wave, say hello or simply smile when you’re out and about in the neighborhood. Establish Communication. Particularly if you’ve just moved into a new neighborhood, it’s a good idea to introduce yourself to neighbors and show that you’re interested in being a part of the community. Look O...

by Ann Hamilton, UNH Extension In addition to quality food, successful canning starts with the use of jars in good condition and new lids with new or used ring bands in good condition. Regular and widemouth Mason-type, threaded, home-canning jars with self-sealing lids are the best choice. They come...

Millions of people make considerable sacrifices to protect the freedoms of their fellow citizens. According to the Pew Research Center and data from the Department of Veterans Affairs and the U.S. Census Bureau, there are currently more than 18 million living veterans in the United States. The 2021 ...

Back-to-school shopping is already in full swing, and the National Retail Federation projects that consumers will spend record amounts on supplies and other school-related expenses this year. In the midst of this annual spending spree, we’re reminding consumers that adhering to classic savvy shoppin...