Jupiter in Your Astrology Chart

"As above, so below" is an often heard motto in astrology. Can an individual's inborn traits be influenced by the constantly shifting energy fields of the orbiting planets? If natal charts are valid, Jupiter's...

Learn the Results of Food Safety Inspections in Pennsylvania

Lamium Might Solve Your Groundcover Dilemma

Lamium maculatum has long been my first recommendation as a groundcover for shady problem areas. I have several patches of the cultivar "Chequers" in my yard where it thrives and gives me just what I want from...

Will Limbrel Help Relieve Arthritis?

A new "medical food" recently hit the market as a treatment for osteoarthritis. It's Limbrel, manufactured by Primus Pharmaceuticals, and it allegedly offers pain relief in a different and safer way than standard arthritis drugs. "Medical foods"...

Guideposts Knit for Kids Program Helps 400,000 Kids with Sweaters

A simple idea, implemented a stitch at a time, can produce amazing results for hundreds of thousands of needy children. Guideposts Magazines Knit for Kids Program passed the ten year milestone in 2007 by reaching its goal of more than 400,000...

Non-invasive Breath Tests Can Detect Ulcer-Causing Bacteria

Helicobacter pylori, the bacteria found to cause ulcers and gastritis, can be effectively diagnosed with a non-invasive breath test, saving the patient the inconvenience and discomfort of endoscopy. Several...

Toxins in Imported Rawhide Dog Chews

Rawhide dog chew toys are bought by millions of pet owners every year as a seemingly harmless way to provide their pooches with a fun and a non-destructive outlet for the chewing urge, but are you really giving your dog a wholesome treat or a...

Using Texture in Garden Design

Texture is something we feel with our fingers, right? Sure, but in a well designed garden, texture can be seen, too. Used to advantage, texture pops out at you, tantalizing the eye and rewarding the soul. ...

Apple Production In Pennsylvania Threatened by Climate Change

    Fall means apple harvest time throughout rural Pennsylvania. From farm stands to wholesalers, apples represent sixty million dollars worth of revenue to Pennsylvania growers, making the state America's fourth largest producer. About...

When You Must Give Up Your Pet

Zipper Like most responsible pet owners, I made a commitment when I took in each of the many pets I've owned over the years: I would give them a “forever home”, protect them and care for them properly and never senselessly abandon them. Sadly, I...