Tuscan kale with olives and beans
Start to finish: 15 minutes Servings: 4 1 bunch Tuscan, or lacinato kale, removed from thick stem, about 12 large leaves 2 tablespoons lemon juice,…
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Pet of the day 1/31/17
Name: Mylo Breed: Tabby Gender: Male Size: Medium Age: 3 months House-trained: Yes Mylo can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Shrimp and Chorizo Paella
Serves 4 1 cup olive oil, divided 2 links dry chorizo, sliced 1 yellow onion, diced 1 tablespoon minced garlic 2 cups calasparra short-grain rice…
Winter returns
The region saw a return to winter this past weekend and a certain Saint Bernard is thrilled with the current forecast. In fact, much…
February: An important month in history
The month of February has many important days. Here are just a few. Feb. 3 is Four Chaplains Day. This day commemorates the events of…
Pet of the day 1/30/17
Name: Sofia Breed: Coonhound/ Bloodhound Age: 1 year Gender: Female Size: Large Color: Black/ Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Sofia can be found at Venango…
Spicy pork chop with Creole mustard sauce
Start to finish: 50 minutes (20 active) Servings: 4 4 teaspoons Creole Spice Mix (recipe below) or store-bought creole spice mix, divided Four 1 1/4…
Pet of the day 1/27/17
Name: Cheetah Breed: Domestic longhair mix Age: 3 years Size: Medium Color: White/Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Cheetah can be found at Venango County Humane…
Helping hands and hearts
Safe Haven Small Breed Rescue in Tionesta is helping out a pup with a medical condition. Precious Paws Animal Rescue is serving animals and the…
Shrimp etouffee
Start to finish: 4 hours (Active: 1 hour 10 minutes; inactive: 2 hours 50 minutes) Servings: 10 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 yellow onions, chopped…
Pet of the day 1/26/17
Name: Flint Breed: Mixed Breed Age: 10 months Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Tan Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Flint can be found at Venango County…
Resolving to unplug from devices
Many people now spend ample time each day texting, posting to social media and watching videos on their smartphones. Devices such as phones and tablets…
Foolproof cauliflower pizza crust
Start to finish: 40 minutes Servings: 4 small pizza crusts, 1 per serving 4-5 cups “riced” cauliflower (buy it riced, or pulse in food processor…
Pet of the day 1/25/17
Name: Pete Breed: Domestic Short Hair Gender: Male Size: Medium Age: 3 months House-trained: Yes Pete can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Filet mignon with basil pistou
Serves 4 Start to finish: 25 minutes 2 garlic cloves 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves 1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided…
Pet of the day 1/24/17
Name: Freddie Breed: Jack Russel Terrier Color: Orange and White Gender: Male Age: 8 years For more information on Freddie contact Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
January Thaw?
With no snow on the ground and temperatures well above normal, area residents may wonder if this is what is called a January Thaw or…
Chipotle Beef With Fresh Tomato Salsa
Makes 8 to 10 servings 1 onion, thinly sliced 2 to 21/2-lb. beef brisket, well trimmed 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, chopped (see tip…
VFW Holds Mid-Winter Conference
The Pennsylvania Annual VFW Mid-Winter Conference was held in Pittsburgh over the weekend. During the event, there were chairmen that gave their reports and work…
Pet of the day 1/23/17
Lola was left outside our rescue abandoned in the rain. She was very stressed and scared for days. She has now settled in and is…
Leek, chicken sausage and split pea soup
Serves 12 to 14 Start to finish: 1 hour 15 minutes 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 large leeks, white and light green parts, thinly sliced…
Pet of the day 1/20/17
Name: Pongo Breed: Terrier, Pit Bull Mix Age: 10 months Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: White/ Black Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Pongo can be found…
Crab Bisque
Start to finish: 1 hour 15 minutes, including 1 hour inactive cooking time Servings: About 6 servings, 1 cup each Stock: shells from 2 pounds…
Time and patience
The Venango County Humane Society in Seneca and Precious Paws Animal Rescue in Seneca have a couple of pups that will require some time and…
How to manage time more effectively
Hectic schedules can make managing time seem like a riddle wrapped inside an enigma. Many people feel there are not enough hours in the day….
Pet of the day 1/19/17
Patches is a super affectionate young adult Tortie cat. She is current on vaccines and spayed. For more information on Patches contact Tri-County Animal Rescue Center.
Cheesy beer dip with hot pretzels
Start to finish: 15 minutes Serves 12 2 (13-ounce) boxes of frozen hot soft pretzels, 12 pretzels in all 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 tablespoons…
Pet of the day 1/18/17
Name: Casey Breed: Shih Tzu Gender: Male Size: Small Age: 12 years House-trained: Yes Casey can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Asian Bok Choy
Serves 6 Start to finish: 20 minutes 2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional) 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger…
Pet of the day 1/17/17
Name: Henry Breed: Domestic Shorthair Mix Age: 8 months Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Orange Declawed: No House-trained: Yes Adoption Price: $40.00 Henry can be…
Things that go ‘bump’ in the night
A recent purchase of two game – or trail – cameras has lead to some photos of wildlife not often viewed when one has two…
A deer photo
Kelly Daugherty of Oil City wanted to share this photo of deer she took a few years ago in February. Daugherty thought this picture might…
Chinese take-out chicken and broccoli
Start to finish: 25 minutes (Active time: 20 minutes) Servings: 4 to 6 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into…
VFW awards students; VA secretary nominated
The Pennsylvania VFW 28th District held its Voice of Democracy and Patriots Pen Banquet at Reynolds VFW Post 7599 on Saturday evening. There were over…
Pet of the day 1/16/17
Name: Mugsy Breed: Boxer Mix Age: 7 years Gender: Male Size: Medium Color: Tan/ White Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Mugsy can be found at Venango…
Buffalo Style Meatballs
Start to finish: 30 minutes Servings: 10 servings, 2 meatballs each 1 egg white 3 tablespoons spicy buffalo sauce (like Frank’s, or hot chili sauce)…
Pet of the day 1/13/17
Rex is approximately 3-4 years old. He is super affectionate and loves to give head boinks with his big “tom” head. He is neutered, current…
Gearing up for the new year
Tri-county Animal Rescue Center in Shippenville has posted its spay and neuter clinic dates. The DukeFest team lists some of its activities for the year….
Taxicab Yellow Tomato Soup With Fresh Basil Pesto
Serves 6 8 pounds yellow heirloom tomatoes, halved 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon sea salt 1 to 2 cups prepared vegetable stock,…
How to save money on everyday expenses
Saving money on everyday expenses is a goal for many adults. Certain expenses, such as loan payments, may be more difficult to pare down than…
Pet of the day 1/12/17
Name: Kahlua Breed: Boxer Gender: Female Size: Medium Age: 8 years House-trained: Yes Color: Brindle Kahlua can be found at Precious Paws Animal Rescue.
Farro with roasted winter vegetables
Start to finish: 2 hours, 5 minutes (Active: 35 minutes. Inactive: 1 hour, 30 minutes) Servings: 5 Roasted Squash 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 3/4…
Opportunities to observe
Ed Atts of the Utica area shared these three wildlife photos out of the 1,500 photos he saved from last year. He is a retired…
Pet of the day 1/11/17
Landon was adopted from us when he was a kitten 2 years ago. He was returned recently. His former owners had him declawed. He is…
Honey Mustard Roast Chicken and Potatoes
3 tablespoons honey mustard 2 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon dried herbes de Provence 1 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black…
Pet of the day 1/10/17
Name: Fred Breed: Retriever, Labrador mix Age: 1 year Gender: Male Size: Large Color: Yellow Declawed: No House-trained: Unknown Fred can be found at Venango…
Reefnet Salmon With Salsa Verde
Serves 4 For the salsa verde: 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh basil leaves 1/2 cup lightly packed fresh parsley 1/4 cup lightly packed fresh mint…
Winter birds
It is often said that bad weather leads to good birding or at least better sightings of birds. Winter weather often makes birds flock to…
Pet of the day 1/9/17
Happy is a cute girl who came to us pregnant. She had 6 kittens. She is very friendly, spayed and current on vaccines. For more information…
Biscotti Ripieni
Vanilla Cookies with Chocolate Buttercream Filling Makes about 18 filled cookies 1/2 cup sugar 6 ounces (11/2 sticks) unsalted butter 1 large egg Grated zest…