The Mountain Gardener | Holiday Wreaths Made Easy
Today’s the day I’ve been anticipating for months. It’s the day I go to the Felton Holiday Wreath Makers get together to create another masterpiece (hopefully). I plan to make several for friends and neighbors, although some of those prior recipients are coming with...
My comfort food of choice
The word “comfort” became synonymous along with food in the last 10 years or so; “Comfort Food” it’s called. Martha Stewart wrote a cookbook entitled “Favorite Comfort Foods,” foods that make you feel good for breakfast, dinner and midnight snacks.
Of course, these foods are...
Tiny Homes Can Be A Part Of Our Solution
As we head toward spring, I’m excited about a new affordable and environmentally friendly housing initiative that could address development challenges in the Fifth District, especially for CZU Fire survivors in search of alternatives to costly or complicated rebuilds.
The County’s Planning Commission recently indicated...
The Mountain Gardener | Japanese Maples in the Fall
I’m starting to see the beginning of fall color on some trees. It’s an exciting time of year. My friend, Kate, in Bonny Doon has an Autumn Moon Japanese maple that’s always in color, no matter the time of year. On a visit to...
Letters to the Editor | Published Aug. 16, 2024
Heartfelt thanks to firefighters, community supporters
We’d like to thank all firefighters who came to our aid.
We also want to thank everybody who has supported us in dealing with this tragedy, including the GoFundMe account and the local electrician union #332 for all their hard...
The Mountain Gardener | What to Do in the September Garden
When my bearded iris didn’t bloom much this year, I made a note to divide them in September. It’s on my to-do list. These iris are very special to me as I dug them up the spring after my house burned. One is the...
Fitness | How Fitness Keeps You Young
Have you seen certain folks that look much older than they are? Their skin looks weathered and dry, their posture is tilted forward sitting or standing because they have little or no core strength, they walk with a wobble, they just look uncomfortable moving...
Strictly Business | Cook Your Way Around the World
By exploring global flavors, Barbara J’s Organics Spice Shop brings the art of cooking to life—one delicious blend at a time.
Barbara Johansen, owner and creator of Barbara J’s Organics Spice Shop, invites food lovers of all levels to transform their meals into flavorful adventures....
Felton Fire District to review parcel tax proposal at meeting Thursday
Felton Fire Protection District (FFPD) Board of Directors has scheduled a special meeting on Thursday, Sept. 11, at 6 p.m. to discuss a proposed...
