Put a stop to the battle of the holiday bulge MetroCreative The holiday season is dominated by parties, family gatherings and festive foods. Overindulgence in rich foods and drink during the holiday season, compounded by cold weather that can make it difficult to exercise, often leads to weight gain by the end of the holiday […]

Visit Santa without all the tears MetroCreative The holiday season means it’s time once again for parents to take their youngsters to visit Santa Claus. Pictures with little boys and girls lining up in their dress clothes with Santa are a holiday tradition, and youngsters are often anxious for their chances to share their Christmas […]

Hot Chocolate on a Stick: A unique holiday gift Family Features (Family Features) ‘Tis the season of giving — and Hot Chocolate on a Stick is a fun and thoughtful gift that will warm hearts and taste buds alike. A creative twist on hot chocolate, it’s easy to make with kids and sure to please […]

Technology gifts men will love StatePoint (StatePoint) Holiday shopping for the special guy in your life can be taxing — especially if you aren’t quite sure where your relationship is going yet. Whether you just started dating or you’ve been married for years, knowing the rules of gift giving can help ensure you’re giving your […]

Children’s events Mondays, Nov. 25-June 9: Dixfield Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Ludden Memorial Library, 42 Main St. Tuesdays, Nov. 26-May 27: Mexico, Toddler and preschool story hour, 10 a.m., Mexico Public Library, 32 Main St. 364-3281. Wednesdays, Nov. 27-May 28: Livermore Falls, Preschool story time, 10:30 a.m., Treat Memorial Library, 56 Main St. 897-3631. […]

By Sharon Bouchard Feature Writer / Photographer During tough economic times with high unemployment, such as in the Oxford Hills area, providing for a family with children can be daunting. With Christmas not far away, the thought of being able to put presents under the tree can be down right overwhelming. But there is help […]