Not everyone can be Martha Stewart. For the mere mortal hosts among us, holiday party planning can whip up stress and anxiety: Is my house inviting? Do I have enough cha...
A dozen children with cerebral palsy got their Christmas wishes fulfi lled Dec. 16, 1981, when the Butler Area Jaycees delivered clothes, toys, games and record albums d...
Wrapped tightly in plastic, these pancakes and waffles also freeze nicely, so consider making a double batch.
2 tablespoons unsalted butter or 2 tablespoons vegetabl...
Mix homemade & pre-made for feast
Host a holiday party that's simple and festive with a combination of pre-made and homemade delights.
For starters, a cookie pan does dou...
Secrets of building a great gift basket
Giving a great gift basket is like bestowing a buffet of gifts on your loved one, and when the well-put-together gift basket is op...
Supporting the troops is important to do, but sometimes it’s hard to figure out how to give your support. Here are a few ways to thank those people who keep the nation s...
Good gifts make traveling comfy and convenient
NEW YORK — Travel is fun once you reach your destination, but being away from home, getting through airport security and en...
A $25 prize for best appearance was presented to the Providers, sponsors of this float in Butler's Spirit of Christmas parade on Nov. 26, 1982. Receiving a trophy and $1...
Becky Strutz, 15, test her puppets as Strawberry Shortcake, Gwen McDonald, 16, and Elf Chris Lackey, 15, prepare for the community youth breakfast in Mars with Santa Cla...
Fix the toilet, change a light
Sometimes it can be too easy to just call the repairman and get out your checkbook. Leaky faucet? Call! Tub tile cracked? Call!
Here are 10...
