By Allison Mowatt February is one of the coldest months of the year, and it’s also the middle of winter when cabin fever usually sets in.  When there’s not much going on and it’s cold outside, the warmth of the indoors is tempting, but it’s fun to get outside and explore areas you may not [...]

BORN LOCALLY AT WAYNE MEMORIAL IN 1932 On February 29, the Riker triplets will turn 80—or is that 20? This year, 2012, is a leap year, the 20th since Jean, Jane, and Joan Riker were born at Wayne Memorial Hospital in Honesdale on February 29, 1932. According to many resources, including Wikipedia, the Riker girls [...]

By Allison Mowatt Whether you like to drink it, eat it, smell it, wear it, or bake with it, chocolate is a delicious ingredient loved by everyone in some form or another.  It is celebrated any time of the year and can be enjoyed in multiple ways. TweetFacebookLinkedInTumblrStumbleDiggDelicious

By Allison Mowatt Volunteers play a vital role in making communities stronger and a better place to live.  Many organizations, charities, events, and committees often seek volunteers to help out in one capacity or another.  “If you want to feel good, volunteer,” said Lisa Sellman, a professional dog trainer, owner of a pet care business, [...]