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Why’s the daylily looking so brown?
Question: This is a photo of our daylily. The flowers are beautiful, but the leaves are striped with brown. Do you know what’s wrong with it and what we can do to keep it from happening in the future? Answer: Daylilies (Hemerocallis species) are popular perennials for sunny areas of...
Think it’s the end of garden-fresh veggies? Not by a long shot
Many gardeners stand over their plots proudly at this time of the year, basking in the glory of what they accomplished with a spring planting. They are satisfied with their gardens and sometimes even look forward to frost as a way to get a break. Then there are the rest...
Swim and dine with man’s best friend and Youngwood Dog Club
As the dog days of summer wind down, dog owners whose pups enjoy a little pool time can bring their furry friends to Youngwood Dog Club’s “Doggy Swim Day.” The second annual event will be held at noon Sept. 7 at Youngwood Park & Pool, says Rodney Little, club president....
Out & About: Models strut their stuff in Y thrift shop fashionsVideo
A fashion show isn’t usually an audience-participation event — unless your emcee happens to be Latasha Wilson-Batch. The YWCA Westmoreland County chose the executive director of the Best of the Batch Foundation (and spouse of former Steeler Charlie Batch) to narrate its annual Girls in Pearls: Walk the Red Carpet...
How to pick the right pork for summer grilling
It’s no coincidence that nearly everyone I know enjoys food from the grill. The smoky flavor, the golden browned bits and the ease of cleanup make grilling the summertime impetus for gathering friends to table. We put steaks, seafood, vegetables, pizza and even watermelon and heads of lettuce on the...
7 reasons you should eat more cherries
When you eat cherries, you can enjoy so much more than just their delicious sweet taste. Yes, they’re the perfect quick snack — just rinse and go — but those little cherries are loaded with big health benefits, too. Here are seven good reasons to start snacking on this superfood...
Top Picks From the Wine Cellar: Try these 4 Loire Valley reds
Late summer’s sunny, hot days and lingering, warm evenings call out for refreshing libations. Crisp white wines make a good choice, but don’t overlook the delicious, fruity refreshment available from well-balanced reds served slightly chilled. Consider Loire Valley red wines. They come primarily from cabernet franc grapes (referred to as...
Pumpkin spice nudging summer off the calendarVideo
The calendar reads August, temperatures are still climbing into the 80s and sweater weather is months away. But pumpkin spice fans don’t have to wait for fall to enjoy their favorite autumn-tinged sweets and treats. Dunkin’, 7-Eleven and Starbucks are among the coffee purveyors rolling out the pumpkin — and...
Master gardeners host monarch migration celebration
Children ages 5 to 12 are invited to learn about the fascinating world of monarch butterflies as Westmoreland County Master Gardeners host a “Monarch Migration Celebration.” The free event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 7 at Penn State Extension’s Donohoe Center, 214 Donohoe Road, Hempfield....
Out & About: Jeannette gallery goes a little batty with new show
Things got a little batty Aug. 17 at You Are Here art gallery in Jeannette. That was the plan, though. It was the opening reception for “Bat Country,” a group exhibition of works taking inspiration from the oft-feared creatures of the night. Running through Sept. 28, “Bat Country” features works...
Out & About: Every car has a story at Mt. Pleasant Cruise Night
At a car cruise, usually the guys are the car enthusiasts and the gals are there to be companionable. Not so for at least one couple at the 33rd annual Mt. Pleasant Cruise Night, held Aug. 16 in Frick Park. “I’m the gearhead and he’s the chef,” said Marianne Caruso...
Ask a designer: Choosing the right rug for the room
A warm, cozy rug can make a room look and feel more appealing on even the chilliest fall night. And the right rug can be a source of comfort year-round. “They’re also great in the summer, if you think about it, because your shoes are off, you’re in your shorts,...
Out & About: Rugs and coverlets hook up in SAMA-Ligonier exhibit
Some hookers gathered Aug. 17 at the Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art at Ligonier Valley. Don’t be scandalized, though — they were rug hookers (and some other folks) attending the opening reception for “A Celebration of Texture and Pattern: Hooked Rugs and Historic Coverlets,” showing through Oct. 27. The exhibition...
How to marinate just about anything
Marinating is a terrific basic kitchen technique. Essentially, you can take any kind of meat, fish or seafood, or even vegetables or soy products, submerge them in a marinade, and you’ve turned a plain something into a great dinner. Marinades add flavor — what kind obviously depends on the ingredients...
What to do if your dog gets bitten by a snake on a hike
It’s been the summer of the snake for one man. We met a couple of weeks ago, via a business transaction. We got to talking about shared interests, among them hiking. He roams the woods with his two dogs, at least one of which tops 100 pounds. The places he...
Seven Springs raises a toast to 27th annual wine festival
Seven Springs Mountain Resort will hold its 27th annual wine festival, showcasing wineries from across Pennsylvania. Set for Aug. 23-25, the festival presents 30 wineries, including Allegheny Wine Cellars, Heritage Wine Cellars, Glades Pike Winery, Presque Isle Wine Cellars, Christian W. Klay Winery and KingView Mead. Guests can sample hundreds...
Travel tip: Living history train ride portrays Civil War clash
Experience the thrills and chills of a Civil War-era skirmish aboard a train on a Northern Central Railway Steam Into History trip. Five Great Southern Train Raid excursions will depart the station in New Freedom, York County, on Aug. 24-25 for a living history ride featuring Union and Confederate soldiers...
Living with Children: Teach your preschool kids manners
Short questions I’ve been asked of late (mostly by journalists) and proportionately short answers: Question: Is there a single most important thing parents should be teaching during their children’s preschool years? Answer: The most important thing parents should teach is proper manners. The second and third most important things are...
Cousin doesn’t know she’s a sperm-donor child
Dear Carolyn: My mother conceived both my brother and me using a sperm donor. This information was never kept from us, and my mother has spoken openly about it throughout our lives. My stepdad adopted us. Recently, I was discussing taking an ancestry test and my mother revealed to me...
‘Chernobyl’ miniseries sends curious tourists to Lithuania
An HBO miniseries featuring Soviet-era nuclear nightmares has sparked global interest in the 1986 Chernobyl disaster and boosted tourism in Lithuania. The Baltic country, which served as the filming location for “Chernobyl,” has become a destination of so-called atomic tourism since the program aired earlier this year. At Ignalina nuclear...
7 compact plants perfect for small pollinator gardens
Gardens can be really beautiful places, full of color and interest, that bring peace and joy to those who tend and visit them. But, gardens can also serve purposes far beyond their beauty. Gardens can foster and support pollinators and other insects, increase local biodiversity and provide food and shelter...
Your avocado dreams have come true
If you often find yourself disappointed in the amount of usable avocado that remains once you remove the pit, this larger variety might be the answer. Miami Fruits is a fruit stand in Florida that stocks unusual species and ships them to adventurous foodies everywhere. One of their Instagram posts...
It’s that time of year: Back-to-school shopping
Classes begin shortly for students, but there is something worth studying before the first bell rings. Doing research on what to buy for back-to-school can help save money. According to the National Retail Federation, which follows and supports the retail industry, the average household is expected to spend $685 on...
TribLive Taste Test: Frozen Garden Fusion CubesVideo
On today’s TribLive Taste Test, we try out Frozen Garden’s Fusion Cubes. The frozen blend of fruits and herbs can be dropped into a glass of drinking water, where they infuse it with flavors like orange-pineapple-rosemary and strawberry-lemon-basil. You can also drop more than one into a glass, which at...
Music, health help, animal tracking at Ligonier Country Market
Ligonier Country Market’s special features this week include the music of the Heavenly Biscuits, a power duo of Lauren Condon and Vanessa Beggs. LVRx Pharmacy, 211 S. Market St., Ligonier’s new locally owned pharmacy, will have staff in attendance to perform health assessments and answer questions and introduce the business...
