Does It Work? The verdicts
Bell & Howell Solar Charger Claims: Capture and store energy from the sun or USB cable; charges phones and other items instantly. What We Paid: $19.99. Available: TV, online. VERDICTS: Betty: Skip...
View ArticleDoes It Work: Readers share experiences with products
The Beacon Journal asked readers to share their thoughts on products we are testing for our “Does It Work?” series. Here’s what they had to say: Sunny Seat Window Mounted Cat Bed“I purchased my cat bed...
View ArticleSweeping debut: Hale Farm and Village opens for the season
Xerxes Smith took a few practice sweeps with a corn broom, a replica of one from the 1800s, and pronounced it would be perfect for sweeping his trampoline at home.“It’s made of corn and it will last...
View ArticleDoes It Work? Consumer crew tries latest gadgets
From cat beds to phone mounts for cars and even solar chargers, your “Does It Work?” team is here with opinions and reviews.This time, we’re testing 15 items to see if they live up to their claims.The...
View ArticleStatehouses buck Catholic Church on gay marriage
PROVIDENCE, R.I.: Frank Ferri made peace with God years ago. Last month, Ferri defeated the Roman Catholic Church.The openly gay state representative led the fight to legalize same-sex marriage in what...
View ArticleCorrections and Clarifications
■ Race and Reunion: The Civil War in American Memory was written by David W. Blight. An incorrect author was named in the May 26 Booktalk column. The correspondent erred.
View ArticleLocal history: Mysterious disappearances of two children recalled 50 years later
Summer vacation stretched off into the horizon, a seemingly endless parade of picnics, carnivals, swimming pools, lemonade stands and ice cream trucks. Two children without a care in the world...
View ArticleCharity events — Week of June 3
This WeekFriday Summit Choral Society’s Cabaret Night — 6 p.m. at Tangier, 532 W. Market St., Akron. Dinner buffet, coffee and desserts, 50/50, auction, and entertainment by singers from the...
View ArticleVinegar cancer test saves lives, India study finds
MUMBAI, INDIA: A simple vinegar test slashed cervical cancer death rates by one-third in a remarkable study of 150,000 women in the slums of India, where the disease is the top cancer killer of...
View ArticleVeterans advocates want Ohio to expand Medicaid
Associated PressCOLUMBUS: Advocates for Ohio’s veterans say expanding Medicaid in the state would make 26,000 Ohio veterans eligible for the health care program.The head of the Ohio National Guard is...
View ArticleNew research shows diversity among U.S. Amish groups
LANCASTER, Pa.: Conservative Amish groups have larger families than other Amish and their children are far less likely to leave the church, a trend that is expected to bring dramatic changes for them...
View ArticleAkron Children’s to acquire North Canton pediatric practice
Akron Children’s Hospital is expanding its presence to the south. The pediatric practice of North Canton Medical Foundation is joining Akron Children’s Hospital Pediatrics, effective July 1.The deal...
View ArticleDunkin’ Donuts taking doughnut bacon sandwich national
NEW YORK: Even as fast-food chains tout their healthy offerings, they’re also coming up with fatty new treats to keep customers interested. Case in point: Dunkin’ Donuts is adding a doughnut breakfast...
View ArticleAsk Lisa: How do you bake in silicone pans?
Q.: Sometime ago I bought an orange silicone pumpkin-shaped cupcake pan. It has a recipe but nothing else. Do I set it on a cookie sheet? Do I use the same temperature? Do I grease and flour the pan?—...
View ArticleCooking classes — week of June 5
Fishers Foods, North Canton, 440-729-1110, www.lpscinc.com. An Asian Fusion Wine Tasting Dinner, with chef Tim McCoy and Jeff Fisher, 6 p.m. Thursday. $65.Ravioli Raves, with chef Loretta Paganini, 6...
View ArticleWest Side Bakery expands to Green
Akron’s West Side Bakery is opening a second location at the site of the former Blake’s Café & Cupcakery on Town Park Boulevard in Green.Owner Barb Talevich said she hopes to open by late July.The...
View ArticleThis Week’s Harvest: Beets
Thanks to farmers who are growing under hoop houses, local beets are available practically year round.That’s a reason to rejoice, especially for beet lovers. Yes, it’s hard to believe that not everyone...
View ArticleReader opinions: ‘Ove’ Glove Oven Rack Shield
When we asked readers to weigh in on the products we tested for today’s Does It Work? feature, we got one response about the ‘Ove’ Glove Oven Rack Shield:“I’ve had this product for over two years and...
View ArticleQuick & Easy: Roasted chicken pasta salad
ROASTED CHICKEN PASTA SALAD¼ lb. fusilli (corkscrew-shaped) pastaRotisserie chicken breast (for 2 cups chopped)6 tbsp. reduced-fat mayonnaise2 tsp. curry powder6 tbsp. bottled mango chutneySalt and...
View ArticleKitchen Scoop: Spicy marinade perfect complement to grilled chicken
Last week, I decided I had been grill-less for too long. Even though I live in a small apartment with an even smaller courtyard in the back, I just couldn’t go without a grill anymore. So I headed out...
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