The right to vote is one of the foundations of democracy. Exercising that right is vital to creating a nation where everyone feels as though their voice has been heard. Given the significance of voting and all that the right to vote symbolizes for so many people, Election Day is an incredibly import...

Halloween dinner has a tricky job. It needs to be fun, ready when everyone is hungry, patient when the costumes take longer than expected and appealing to people who would rather be eating candy. I think I’ve found the answer: monster eyeball turkey meatballs. You can make the meatballs ahead, rehea...

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Saratoga County is excited to announce Savor Saratoga, a community food-tasting and shopping event celebrating the local farmers, food producers, vendors, small businesses and agricultural products that make Saratoga County and the surrounding region unique. This eve...

As we look ahead to November and the holiday season rolls in, we want to celebrate local foods through a casual and educational pie bake-along! This webinar, scheduled for Nov. 3 at 6 p.m., means you can join from the comfort of your home kitchen as you practice making a pie for the holiday season. ...

With daylight saving time ending Nov. 1 across most of the U.S., veterinarian Dr. Kelly Hood explains how to prepare dogs and cats for changing mealtimes, earlier wake-ups and darker evening walks. Pet owners hoping to enjoy an extra hour in bed when the clocks fall back may find their dog or cat st...

The Cogar Gallery at Herkimer County Community College will present “Makers of the Mohawk Valley” from Oct. 29 - Dec. 11, celebrating the art and finely crafted objects produced throughout the region. The exhibit will showcase the diverse creativity of makers associated with the Mohawk Valley. Artis...

The cost of goods and services has risen considerably in recent years. Food and fuel costs garner considerable attention, but utilities also are stretching consumers’ budgets. Data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration indicates that electricity costs have increased by approximately 37% si...

Every family usually has a good speller. They’re the ones you can ask to spell any word, and they rattle it off like they’re staring at a dictionary. They’re the people you yell at across the house when you’re wrapping a gift or writing a text or a card, “How do you spell congratulations?” Usually, ...

As rising food prices and increased living costs continue to impact local households, nonprofit food pantries remain a vital resource for individuals and families facing food shortages and affordability in the Amsterdam community. The City of Amsterdam recognizes these organizations for their dedica...