When temperatures creep up again, it signals time for an annual tradition: spring cleaning. While big projects like windows are hard to overlook, don’t forget smaller areas that need attention, too, such as your home office. Making sense of a year’s worth of paperwork and clutter can take some serious time, especially as many people […]
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Tips for Buying Your First Boat
Navigating the exciting journey of buying a boat requires careful planning. With various costs beyond purchase price, such as maintenance, insurance, storage and unexpected expenses, understanding how to budget for a boat is essential for a smooth sailing experience. Here to guide you through the process are the experts at Boatmart, a marketplace for buying […]
Posted inGardeners Corner
Prevent Rabbit Damage in Your Landscape
Rabbits are year-round and frequent visitors to gardens and landscapes. As children, we read about and adored these furry critters. This love of rabbits often fades as we grow older and experience damage to our gardens and landscapes. Employing various management strategies allows us to coexist with these cute yet voracious members of our community. […]
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Home Bars to Enhance Your Lifestyle
From the 1950s through the 1980s, it was common to have a home bar, previously referred to as a wet bar. It was both a status symbol and a sign of the times spurred by popular movies like “Goldfinger” with Sean Connery and “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” with Audrey Hepburn. Home bars are making a comeback […]
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Discover the New Marina Square Suites
If you’re seeking a blend of luxury, comfort and urban convenience, look no further than the newly envisioned Marina Square Suites. This independent boutique hotel, located on the stunning waterfront of downtown Bremerton, invites you to “Make Our House Your Home.” With options perfect for families, business travelers and those looking to explore the Kitsap […]
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7 Valentine’s Day Date Ideas to Break from the Norm
If you’re feeling pressure to plan the perfect Valentine’s Day date, it may be time to veer away from tradition. While flowers, chocolates and dinner for two is a classic, thinking outside the box can make for just as romantic of an experience. Consider these simple date ideas to reduce stress and make your day […]
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Habitat for Humanity Store
I recently bought these colorful storage baskets at Belfair’s Habitat for Humanity for $8. Not the best deal, but it’s not easy to find the utilitarian gems. And, of course, it also contributed to a cause. Years back, the Habitat for Humanity stores seemed to focus only or primarily on utilitarian building supplies — doors, […]
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How to Minimize Exposure to Potential Toxins in Our Food
Dear EarthTalk: Are we really all exposed to many hazardous chemicals that come off the packaging our food travels in? What can we do to minimize our exposure to these potential toxins in our food? ~ William Freleigh, Newark, DE A large percentage of our food packaging contains toxic Food Contact Chemicals (FCCs), which are chemicals […]
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Perfect Recipes for Your Super Bowl Party
Hosting an epic Super Bowl Party is much easier than you might think. With a little planning and prep, you can put out a whole spread that’ll not only impress your guests, but also leave you time to actually enjoy the game and the party. These recipes, along with tips and serving recommendations, are based […]