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Mushroom of the Week: Chicken of the Woods

Chicken of the Woods is one of the “Top 4” easiest edible mushrooms to identify.   It is right up there with Morels, Puffballs, and the Shaggy Mane. Its bright orange colors can shine …
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Mushroom of the Week: The White Button Mushroom

The common White Button Mushroom is probably the most famous fungal fruiting body of them all.  It is found in virtually every grocery store in the world.   Eaten raw, or cooked, it is an …
The Caprese Fantastica (above) with burrata stracciatella, organic cherry tomatoes, and grilled Virgilios ciabatta is a popular new menu item, but the Cobb Salad (below) is a loved staple.

Hitting the Mark with Outdoor Dining

SPRING IS THE BUFFER SEASON, when daylight savings time brings an extra hour of sunlight, and the cool air starts to warm.  Summer’s coming, and locals start thinking about outdoor dining around …

Vidalia’s — Hello Again

Melissa is trying to understand what the space should be.  She is standing in the middle of the sun filled room, toggling between produce, baked goods, artisanal groceries, and the insanely good …

The Joys of Winter Mushrooms

It may be surprising, but one can find a few edible wild mushrooms during wintertime.  The good thing is that hunting them gives you something to do while you’re cross-country skiing or walking in …

Mushroom Of The Week: Black Trumpet Martinis Anyone?

It is a long-standing tradition in Scandinavia, and more recently in North America, to infuse vodkas, aquavit, and other high-test distillates with local mushrooms, particularly Black Trumpets or …

Postcards Home: Telluride, Colorado’s Amazing Mushroom Festival

Main Street in Telluride, CO just before the parade.

WHAT KIND OF WIERD THING on earth is a Mushroom Festival one might ask?  Well, there are Garlic Festivals, Apple Festivals and Tulip Festivals, so why not one for mushrooms?   Mind you, it is …

<p>The Milky Caps</p>
Milky caps are the only group of mushrooms that release liquid when their gills are cut.  Liquid can pour out of them in such huge volumes that it can drench your hands like someone turned on a …
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<p><em>This is a group of 5<sup>th</sup> grade girls (rising Middle Schoolers) biked to and from Memorial together most days last school year when the weather was cooperative.  They met each morning at the corner of Pine and Pleasant at 8 a.m. (Left to right), Hadley Duncan, Lauren Scanlon, Chloe Marletta, Brooke Opal, Sophia Colarusso, Stella Mazzini, Kyra Wollach, Kinsley Gariano, Grace Burgess, Wren Lewis, Hadley Johnson, Antonia Vivanco, Emily Fedorowich, Annie Kent. </em> </p>
Important Bike Safety Suggestions For Summer
Hi! I have been a regular cyclist now for about 25 years. You will usually find me on my bike at least four days a week, I used to race and still ride in both Endurance and Charity ride events.  As …
Letter To The Editor: Fiduciary Responsibility = Taking Dispatch Regional
To the Editor, It is rare these days to see political office holders do the right thing, and not be concerned, or vote for their political survival.  Last week we saw courage displayed at a very …
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A Sandwich Lover’s Guide To Cape Ann
The popular origin story of the sandwich lies in the 18th Century when it’s said that John Montagu, 4th Earl of Sandwich requested meat tucked between two pieces of bread, allowing him to continue …
Alfred Powers
Former Manchester Police officer, Alfred Powers, who served 20 years of service to the town from 1966 to 1986, passed away at the age of 88 on Friday morning.  Alfred and his wife Nancy Arena Powers …
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Reishi, The “Chinese Mushroom of Immortality”
Reishi is the most famous shelf fungus in the world.  It can easily be grown or harvested wild, then dried and powdered or made into a tincture.  It is sold by a thousand manufacturers as a …
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ANNIE GIRARD'S "LEMON-A!" SIGNATURE SEASONAL COCKTAIL
A signature seasonal cocktail can be a tasty soundtrack to celebrate times right now with friends & family. And Annie's lemmony bomb can break you out of the winter rut.  Ingredients 1 …
Spinach and Dandelions
French Spinach And Dandelions
Editor's Note: This article from our archives was originally published on June 28, 1890 in The Manchester Cricket “There is only one way of cooking spinach in this country, that is, boiling it …
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Jewel of the Blue Ridge Vineyard announces the release of their book “The World’s Largest Collection of Country Wines Recipes”
The author, Chuck Blethen, has traveled over five million miles in pursuit of his business.  Along the way he indulged his hobby of trying all sorts of wine, beer, and spirits in every country he …
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Mushroom of the Week: Wood Wide Web
There has been a lot of talk lately in the news about how plants, trees and fungi can communicate with one another and transfer nutrients back and forth in times of need, or perhaps, in just the …
Mushroom of the week Turkey Tails
Mushroom Of The Week: Turkey Tails
Turkey Tails (l., Trametes versicolor) People seem to love cute little names for fungi: Scurfy Twiglet, Witch's Butter, Pine Spike and even the morbid Death Angel.   And then there is the …
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Tips to keep your cat happy and healthy this holiday season and beyond

(BPT) - In the company of loved ones, the holidays transform into a meaningful celebration marked by decadent foods, delightful presents and joyous gatherings. As a pet parent, you want to share in …

Ready for holiday baking? How to choose the right bakeware

(BPT) - If you love holiday baking, but one look at your tired old pans does not inspire you to make holiday magic in your kitchen, you may be ready to upgrade to better-quality bakeware. You may …

Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

(Culinary.net) Don't throw out your seeds after this year's pumpkin carving. This healthy snack is easy to make at home and a fun project to get the kids involved.

Lacey Chabert's Top Tips for Easy Holiday Hosting
(BPT) - The holidays are a festive time of year full of friends, family and fun. Hosting events in your home is a great way to bring loved ones together, but it also can be overwhelming. Fortunately, …
For New Year’s resolution success, don’t write off the end of this year
(BPT) - Three-quarters of Americans are planning to enjoy the end of the year and not worry about their diet — up from just half last year, according to a new survey. Results of a recently …
From farm to festivity: How to create holiday magic with fresh fruits and veggies
(BPT) - Many holiday celebrations center around food and good company. A meal can bring people, whether acquaintances, friends, or family, together to celebrate the season.To make your holiday …
Planning holiday get-togethers? Tips for easy and crowd-pleasing appetizers
(BPT) - Do you love entertaining friends and family with plates of delicious food around the holidays, but feel pressed for time and ideas when it comes to making tasty appetizers? You’re in …
Dynamic charm: Explore the 7 unique neighborhoods of Costa Mesa
(BPT) - Planning a trip to Southern California? You could visit well-known cities like Los Angeles and San Diego … or stay in a city where you'll have many cultural excursions at your …
Four Tips to Bring Some Festive Spirit to Your Home This Holiday Season
(BPT) - Whether it's spending hours decorating the house, checking off your shopping list, or even planning your holiday vacation back home, the holidays can be one of the busiest times of the year. …
6 tips for hosting a successful college football tailgate this winter
(BPT) - With the final weeks of the college football season here, are you ready to cheer on your favorite team as we head into the winter? Make this football season finale the best one yet by hosting …
Technology Meets Taste: New Home Coffee Machines Enhance the Specialty Beverage Experience
(BPT) - Coffee lovers can experience the pleasures of barista-crafted coffee at home as new technologies in coffee machines cater to increasingly sophisticated tastes. The Swiss brand JURA leads the …
4 Easy Ways to Shop on Small Business Saturday
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Hosting Advice for a Perfect Holiday Ham
(Family Features) For a classic, delicious ham perfect for holiday gatherings and special occasions, try this Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Ham.