By Rick Seaney | Contributor Looking for something a little different this year? Take a look at these cities and regions. All offer the irresistible combination of year-round fun and excellent airfare value. Cities Near Mountains Boston, Massachusetts This perennially cheap destination is conveniently located near New England ski resorts…
Ways Kids Can Cash-in This Summer: Real Money Making Ideas for Pre-Teens and Teens By Kimberly Blaker | Contributor An important aspect of helping kids develop into responsible adults is teaching them the value and rewards of hard work and earning their own money. Through this they gain self-esteem,…
New SAT vs Old SAT vs the ACT How clear is the alphabet soup of college entrance exams? by Karyn Brodsky | Staff Writer College entrance exams. The words strike terror in the hearts of many students. Now there’s a new fly in the ointment: should you take the…
Who Rules the Roost? Establishing Boundaries for Returning College Kids that Everyone Can Live With Home (Bitter) Sweet Home: A College Student’s Perspective by Caroline Finnegan | Guest Contributor Dear Parents, A little intro from a senior in college and three-time champion of the smooth transition home for…
Making the Grade with Grads A+ Suggestions for Gifts They’ll Love Are your friends’ kids graduating from high school or college? Do you want to find something a personal yet also practical? Here are some gift suggestions that are good for the dorm or apartment. Soundrise from Soundfreaq…
Some Holds Barred Graduation Party Ideas & Suggestions that Nobody will Regret Later by Bobbie Ames | Section Editor ‘Tis the season for high school graduation, and there will be no shortage of parties to go along with the milestone celebration. Should you host a party? How do you…
We could all use a little more flavor, a little more heat and a little more zest by Bobbie Ames | Food & Entertainment Editor Preserved Lemons What is it? Typical in Middle Eastern and Moroccan cuisine, these are whole lemons preserved in a brine of salt and their own…
The WaterRower delivers comprehensive cardio, muscle & calorie burning in the comfort of your home Compiled by Tricia White | Managing Editor Did you know that rowing is one of the best exercises for developing aerobic fitness? Not only does working out with rowing machines allow people to develop…
No action on a home surveillance camera means all’s well while you’re away by Karen Brodsky | Staff Writer Now trending in your neighborhood: the installation of indoor and outdoor security cameras to keep your family safe and deter crime. With more dual income families, the need for a means…