Why smart Sheltie barks at a buzzer
Q: I was wondering if you can tell my why our Sheltie barks when the microwave buzzer buzzes ?— K.W. RavennaA: I don’t know your exact situation, but I could hazard a few guesses as to why your Sheltie...
View ArticleFeral cats on the firing line, again
It’s been almost two years since I reported an attempt by the American Bird Conservancy to convince mayors in 50 large American cities that programs to provide for feral cats, referred to as TNVR...
View ArticleCatholic Health Partners making changes at Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente Ohio is getting a new name, a potential new network of preferred hospitals and a new plan for profitability when it gets a new owner as soon as this month.Catholic Health Partners...
View ArticleAkron Marathon runner who collapsed last year returns to race; relay...
He’s not ready to run past the spot where he died last year.But the two women responsible for him being alive intend to get him to the finish line this year.If that sounds a bit like a riddle, it’s...
View ArticleRev. Marcus Miller returning to the Northeastern Ohio Synod bishop's seat
CUYAHOGA FALLS: A familiar face is returning to the bishop’s office of the Northeastern Ohio Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The Rev. Marcus J. Miller, who left the bishop’s post...
View ArticleKenmore to honor three football greats
Ceremony in KenmoreKenmore will honor three of its all-time football greats at a ceremony before Saturday’s home game against Firestone.• The field house at Kenmore High School’s stadium will be named...
View ArticleCharity events — week of Sept. 23
This WeekSaturdayAkron Rotary Camp Regatta Celebration and Fundraiser — 6 p.m. at the Akron Rotary Camp for Children with Special Needs, 4460 Rex Lake Drive, Akron. Local musicians Danny Clark and Jan...
View ArticleLocal history: Kenmore football hero remains a mystery to many
Cliff Battles is in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.Although he was born in Akron and raised in Kenmore, a lot of lifelong residents don’t recognize his name.Joe Francis IV is trying to change...
View ArticleClinic doctor writes national guidelines to diagnose heart condition
Proper testing and a quick diagnosis were at the heart of John Azlant’s recovery last year from a potentially life-threatening condition.After being referred to a specialist at the Cleveland Clinic for...
View ArticleImproved services come with cost; dog license fees to rise $4
Summit County dog owners — or at least the few who take the time to buy a license — will see the cost increase by $4 beginning in December because of improved services, reductions in state funding and...
View ArticleAkron General, Kent State launch wellness partnership
Akron General Health System and Kent State University are trying to give their wellness and disease prevention efforts a healthy boost with a new partnership.The health system and university today are...
View ArticleApple cider is not just for drinking
ay welcome to fall with a nice cup of cider.But instead of downing it with a doughnut or two, try using this favorite apple beverage as an ingredient to prepare other dishes.Many home cooks know that...
View ArticleWho’s that talking turkey?
Whether you realized it or not, there was some earth-shaking news this past week.No, not the Pope talking about giving women an expanded role in the church, even more shocking: Butterball announced...
View ArticleThis week’s harvest: Onions
Onions provide the background music that helps to make so many dishes blockbusters.They are culinary workhorses for the way they add savory depth. Rarely, however, does the onion get to stand on its...
View ArticleFood notes: Local restaurants gear up for Akron Marathon
With Akron Marathon weekend coming up, look for downtown restaurants to step up to help serve the crowds.The Diamond Deli, 378 S. Main St., will be opening at 5 a.m. on Saturday to serve racers and...
View ArticleWine of the Week: Stump Jump White
The Stump Jump White, an off-dry blend of riesling, sauvignon blanc, marsanne and rousanne grapes from the neighborhood of Australia’s Adelaide Hills, declares its idiosyncratic nature right off the...
View ArticleFood tip: Preserve tender herbs by freezing
While some herbs, particularly oregano and thyme, hold their flavor well when dried, very tender herbs need to be handled differently. Basil, mint, parsley and cilantro are good candidates for freezing...
View ArticleAsk Lisa: Do you use fewer free-range eggs in recipes?
Q.: I just bought a dozen free-range chicken eggs from a local farm market. Last week, on one of the cooking shows, I thought I heard that you don’t use the same quantities in a recipe. If a recipe...
View ArticleKitchen Scoop: Updated pasta sauce preserves the flavor, trims the fat
In my first cookbook, Desperation Dinners, I featured an elegant, super-quick red pepper cream sauce that was a stunner of a recipe. It also was a shocker on the calorie count: With almost 500 calories...
View ArticleQuick & Easy: Ketchup is secret ingredient in glazed grouper recipe
SWEET AND SOUR GLAZED GROUPER¼ cup ketchup2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce1 tbsp. white distilled vinegarOlive oil spray¾ lb. grouper or other fishSalt and freshly ground black pepper2 medium tomatoes, cut...
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