When you think of bananas, you probably think of two things: lunchboxes and banana bread. But this low-prep, all-season, kid-friendly fruit is way more versatile than you might think – especially when it comes to desserts.Strip off the peel and use the fruit in sundaes and banana splits. A trio of tropical sorbets and a […]

If you’re serious about clearing out closet clutter, this is your challenge: Pick something at random and wear it tomorrow.If you cannot wear it tomorrow, then it needs to go. No arguments. It’s out. If you can’t find a way to wear it alone, layer it under something or drape it over something, then what […]

Here are some thoughts for singles.Selfishness – What I mean is basic self care, which means taking care of yourself. You only get one of those machines called a human body, you know. Treat it like it has to last a lifetime.Selflessness – Where in your life is your focus so completely on others and […]

The family garage is probably the most used and abused room in a home.“The average two-car garage has basically become a no-car garage because it’s crammed full of so much clutter,” says Barry Izsak, author of “Organize Your Garage In No Time” (Que Publishing, $11.50).Fortunately, it doesn’t cost much to organize the family garage, says […]

DEAR ABBY: I have been dating “Louis” for six months. Things are going great. I know he is my soul mate, and I need look no further. He’s intelligent, artistic, appreciative, caring, and we have the same political and spiritual philosophy. We are both optimistic about a wonderful future together.There is just one problem. Louis […]

(Egg- and nut-free)Ingredients2 cups all-purpose flourPinch salt1 tablespoon baking powder1 teaspoon ground cinnamon3 tablespoons soft brown sugar3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted2 apples, unpeeled and grated1/3 cup raisins3/4 cup milk Raw sugar to sprinkle, optionalMethod:Line 12 sections of a muffin pan with average-size paper muffin cups, or butter the pan well. Preheat the oven to […]

CARTHAGE – New England Celtic Arts will host the April Verch Band at Skye Theatre Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 16. A seasoned entertainer with a demanding touring schedule, Verch has released seven albums, including her 2001 Rounder Records release “Verchuosity,” which earned a JUNO nomination (the Canadian equivalent to a Grammy) […]

PARIS – Dancer Tegan Bullard will perform at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 12, at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School. As part of her senior project and career aspirations, proceeds from the show will go toward a summer dance camp for children with special needs.

LEWISTON – The electric guitar duo of Jim Weider and Mitch Stein will play at 8 p.m. Friday, April 18, at The Maple Room.Weider blends rock and blues with funk and jazz grooves, combining modern drum loops and samples to produce melodic ballads. A former member of the legendary group The Band, he is a […]

It is said that one of the latest fads in the jewelry line is the old-fashioned cameo pin, like those that our grandmothers used to wear, and one of the local jewelers states that they are to be worn a great deal. The cameos are genuine, being cut from the shell, and are mounted in […]