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Advocates for ideas and draws conclusions based on the author/producer’s interpretation of facts and data.

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Roots and Shoots: More on Invasive Plant Issues

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan September 26, 2013July 18, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Readers ask about how to battle other stubborn invaders

Posted inFood

Mouths to Feed: Hospitality with a Twist

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour September 25, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Baked French toast is the type of breakfast to impress guests

Posted inLetters to Editor

Letter: Congrats for Gracious Story

by Contributor September 22, 2013September 19, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Reporting on Ailes’ offer to finance senior center

Posted inLetters to Editor

Letter: Michael Leonard Should Be Elected to Town Board

by Contributor September 22, 2013September 19, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

He’s shown his dedication with service on boards

Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: Plant a Tree for Science

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan September 19, 2013December 26, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

National Phenology Network looking for volunteers to plant a cloned lilac

Posted inFood

Mouths to Feed: Rata-Phooey

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour September 18, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

It’s difficult to resist the impulse to make ratatouille

Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: Japanese Barberry: Know Before You Grow

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan September 12, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

When it comes to Berberis thunbergii, it’s personal

Posted inFood

Mouths to Feed: Green Resolution

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour September 11, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Turning part of a Glynwood CSA share into a green smoothie

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Letter: Stay Out of Syria

by Contributor September 6, 2013September 19, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Urges Maloney not to support president

Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: Labor-Saving Tips for the Garden

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan September 5, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Don’t set up a schedule that doesn’t help your lawn

Posted inFood

Mouths to Feed: First, Do No Harm

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour September 4, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Taking care of people is, at heart, what cooking is all about

Posted inLetters to Editor

Letter: Benedict Arnold Arrives Too Little Too Late at Oriskany

by Contributor September 3, 2013September 19, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Don’t overlook role of Gen. Herkimer

Posted inLetters to Editor

Letter: Sheriff Don Smith is Man for All Seasons

by Contributor September 1, 2013September 19, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Sheriff worked hard to support Republicans

Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: Back to School in the Garden

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan August 29, 2013July 18, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Many local organizations offer classes for gardeners

Posted inFood

Mouths to Feed: Favored Curries

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour August 28, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

These days I do not use the word curry lightly.

Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: Treating Black, Moldy Growth on a Tree

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan August 22, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Infected branches must be burned or buried

Posted inFood

Mouths to Feed: Special Sauce

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour August 21, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

When you’re a cook, restraint can be hard

Posted inLetters to Editor

Letter: We Need Drowsy Driving Law

by Contributor August 19, 2013September 19, 2020 Why you can trust The Current

Drowsy Driving Prevention

Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: Conversations Between Gardeners

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan August 15, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

“I just wanted to show you this….”

Posted inFood

Mouths to Feed: Big Oats

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour August 14, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

The key ingredient to granola? Freshness.

Posted inFood

Mouths to Feed: Present Company

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour August 9, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Hosting a dinner is an act of great generosity and so ordinary as to be nearly worthless

Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: More Eyes in the Forest

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan August 8, 2013August 3, 2024 Why you can trust The Current

The Asian longhorned beetle has wreacked havoc on our trees

Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: Reader Questions

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan August 1, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

Sex ed and blueberries; fairy rings in the yard

Posted inFood

Mouths to Feed: Parsley Partiality

Avatar photo by Celia Barbour July 31, 2013September 29, 2019 Why you can trust The Current

My affection has grown since my mother first sang its praises

Posted inGardening

Roots and Shoots: Tomato Lovers Beware

Avatar photo by Pamela Doan July 24, 2013December 19, 2023 Why you can trust The Current

Late blight is in the air

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