People Helping People — Dec. 25
People Helping People is a list of charitable causes in our area that need donations or volunteers. The Beacon Journal has not investigated these causes, so donors should verify their worthiness and...
View ArticleDoctors win race to save fallen fellow athlete during triathlon
This Christmas, Todd Rains finally understands what it means to experience a miracle.The 44-year-old Wadsworth man can’t remember anything from the day his heart stopped beating.His mind has blocked...
View ArticlePeople Helping People — Dec. 26
People Helping People is a list of charitable causes in our area that need donations or volunteers. The list ends New Year’s Day, but the charities’ needs do not. Please consider supporting the causes...
View ArticlePeople Helping People — Dec. 27
People Helping People is a list of charitable causes in our area that need donations or volunteers. The list ends New Year’s Day, but the charities’ needs do not. Please consider supporting the causes...
View ArticleCritter Corner: Cats have litter box issues
Q: I have three cats. I adopted two adult female litter mates from the Humane Society. They had odd litter behavior in the sense they did not cover their feces, but they used the litter. They did not...
View ArticleA little of this and that to end the year
I thought I would wrap up 2013 by covering some of the items in my inbox that I have not been able to share with you.For starters, I want to thank all of you who donated to Happy Trails Farm Animal...
View ArticleWinter break, and the kids are bored; here are some ideas
Tell me it ain’t so. Luke has fought and conquered his new video game. Sarah has made bracelets for Aunt Ashley, Grandma and even the dog with her Rainbow loom.Now they are b-o-r-e-d.The word makes you...
View ArticleAsk Mary Beth: removing fabric softener fragrance
Q: I am wondering how to remove the odor left behind on clothes by fabric softeners. I have tried very hot water for the wash and the hot setting in the drying, thinking that the high temperatures...
View ArticlePlant Lovers’ Almanac: In with the new
Wake now your senses. A new year approaches, though it seems like our recent November-December late fall and early winter period encompassed an entire year of weather in a hurry. But that is history;...
View ArticleEuropean, Asian earthworm invaders wreak ecological havoc
PHILADELPHIA: They’re described as “aliens” and “invaders” intent on annihilating everything around them, but this is no Hollywood horror film.The interlopers are worms, those squishy wrigglers we’ve...
View ArticleBook offers ideas for handmade wall decor
Wall decorations are just another extension of Jamin and Ashley Mills’ do-it-yourself design philosophy.The Millses, who run the website the Handmade Home (www.thehandmadehome.net), believe a home has...
View ArticleCabidor creates storage space behind door
The Cabidor lets you add extra storage space to the back of a door.The product is a cabinet about 4 inches deep that attaches to the door and its hinges, so it moves with the door. Adjustable shelves...
View ArticleHome and garden happenings — week of Dec. 28
Sustainable farming and gardening are among the topics that will be addressed at the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association’s 35th annual conference, Affirming Our Roots, Breaking New Ground.The...
View ArticleAn upholsterer reveals her secrets
Spruce: A Step-by-Step Guide to Upholstery and Design, by Amanda Brown, (Storey Publishing, $35) does just what it promises: shows you how to upholster furniture and design rooms.Brown, owner of...
View ArticleRediscovering reupholstery: Younger generation seeks out high-quality vintage...
KANSAS CITY, MO.: Stephanie Grassie wandered into Sit on It … A Chair Gallery one morning and began browsing.Grassie learned about the Kansas City, Mo., shop online after searching Yelp for furniture...
View ArticleMeditation center store offers tools to enhance inner-peace
CUYAHOGA FALLS: The Akron-Canton Shambhala Meditation Center is dedicated to helping people find enlightenment.“Our goal is to provide a place where people can come and relax and find inner peace,”...
View ArticleChurches offer a spiritual way to ring in the new year
Some local Christians will spend the final night of the year together in worship, reflecting on the events of the past and looking ahead to the future. The gatherings of the Christian faithful for...
View ArticlePeople Helping People — Dec. 28
People Helping People is a list of charitable causes in our area that need donations or volunteers. The list ends New Year’s Day, but the charities’ needs do not. Please consider supporting the causes...
View ArticlePeanut Shoppe details
DetailsWhat: The Peanut Shoppe.Where: 203 S. Main St., downtown Akron.Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays; closed Sundays.Information: 330-376-7020;...
View ArticleThe Peanut Shoppe of Akron: 80 years and still roasting
The Peanut Shoppe was there on South Main Street when the streets of downtown Akron bustled with streetcars and workers from prosperous rubber companies.It was there still, when the streets were...
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