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I tell people the garden is like having a boat, in that it takes a lot of time. On the other hand, my freezer serves as the frozen food aisle in a grocery store, conveniently located in my basement.

Creating a little breathing room by listening

The other morning, I was trying to explain to my husband, Stephen, about the canned tomato sauce recipe I was working on. I was leaving for a conference, and I needed him to process a gallon’s … more

By LAURIE STUART | 10/5/22

Birth announcements

Wayne Memorial Hospital announces the following births: Ryan Simon Donovan was born September 14, 2022 to Bridget and Scott Donovan of Honesdale, PA. Maternal grandparents are Robert and Ann … more

10/5/22

It's important to take care of your health as you age, so you can enjoy those special times.

Center for Discovery model could hold key to healthy aging

HARRIS, NY — The Center for Discovery (CFD) and the John A. Hartford Foundation (JAHF) today released a report, prepared by the National Opinion Research Center at the University of Chicago … more

10/5/22

Escape planning

NATIONWIDE — If you are an older adult, or a person with a disability, it is all the more important that you plan an escape route in case of fire, according to the National Fire Protection … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 10/5/22

Constantly worried? You can try these seven tips on managing your thoughts.

How to stop constant worrying

Do you find yourself worrying about everything that is going on around you? It can be very tiring and depressing to constantly worry about your family, your job, your health and everything else … more

By STAN POPOVICH | 1/31/24

Black Americans are twice as likely to develop dementia as whites, but are less likely to receive a diagnosis.

‘Twice the risk’

ONLINE — On Wednesday, June 15, the Alzheimer’s Association will host a webinar discussing the crushing impact that Alzheimer’s and other dementias have on the Black community. … more

6/7/22

Is it the common cold, the flu, RSV or COVID-19?

For yourself and others

NATIONWIDE — Seems like everyone’s walking around with the sniffles, the cough, the fatigue. What’s going on? Jodi Galaydick, M.D., an infectious disease, critical care … more

By ANNEMARIE SCHUETZ | 1/31/24

It's hot outside, and working hard outdoors in those conditions might be bad for your heart.

Research: Heat affects the immune system

WORLDWIDE — Short-term exposure to higher heat could increase inflammation and interfere with normal immune system functions in the body, a recent study found. This might, in turn, increase … more

4/17/24

Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers will offer the new COVID boosters beginning September 21.

Wayne Memorial holds clinics for new COVID boosters

HONESDALE, PA — Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) will offer both the Pfizer and Moderna bivalent vaccines starting Wedensday, September 21 in Honesdale and Wednesday, … more

9/10/22

Honoring the Employee of the Year at Wayne Memorial Hospital. CEO Jim Pettinato, left, presents a plaque to Tousant Ennis.

‘Exemplary’

HONESDALE, PA — Tousant Ennis is Wayne Memorial Hospital’s Employee of the Year for 2023. Ennis is a phlebotomist on the second shift at the hospital lab and has been with Wayne … more

1/31/24

Birth announcements

Wayne Memorial Hospital announced the following births: Levi and Nevaeh were born January 7, 2024 to Georgeanna Gordon and Michael Giordano of Honesdale, PA. Maternal grandparent is Jennifer … more

1/31/24

Report: Cancer rates higher, more fatal in NEPA

SCRANTON, PA — The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute (NRCI), a local community-based nonprofit organization, has released its latest report on cancer, titled “Cancer in Northeastern … more

1/31/24

Sullivan 180 is training trainers to teach kids about vaping.

Sullivan 180 to host vaping-prevention training

LIBERTY, NY — Sullivan 180 will be holding two trainings in the CATCH My Breath Youth Vaping Prevention Program. The training will take place on two Fridays, February 16 and March 15, from … more

1/31/24

Registration open for therapeutic riding sessions at GAIT

MILFORD, PA — Registration is now open for GAIT’s winter sessions for therapeutic riding. Classes involve 30 minutes per week of riding for four weeks—Saturdays only. The next … more

1/31/24

Sprouts are incredibly good for your health.

Sprouts and your health

Since my junior year in high school, when I grew mung bean sprouts between moist paper towels in my mother’s dish cupboard, my consumption and knowledge of sprouts has expanded. For a … more

By JACQUELINE HERMAN | 12/17/22

AirNow.gov is a handy online tool to measure the Air Quality Index in a specific zipcode.

Worst air quality in memory

NEW YORK STATE — With a statewide air quality alert, Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos said that today’s air quality was the worst in memory. … more

By LAURIE STUART | 6/7/23

Ebersole joins The Wright Center

SCRANTON, PA — Brian Ebersole, a longtime community organizer, has been named vice president of academic affairs and associate designated institutional official for The Wright Centers for … more

1/31/24

The Wright Center for Community Health has received a nearly $60,000 grant to expand treatment and recovery services in Pike County for pregnant women and new mothers with substance use disorders...

Helping women with substance use disorder

PIKE COUNTY, PA — The Wright Center for Community Health has received a nearly $60,000 grant to expand treatment and recovery services in Pike County for pregnant women and new mothers … more

1/31/24

POMA donates an osteopathic treatment bed to The Wright Center. Pictured are Samantha Ponce, National Network Program coordinator at The Wright Center, left; A.T. Still University School of Osteopathic Medicine students Douglas Fisher, Amanda Munkres McDonald and Sandy Durosier; and Dr. Swallow...

Wright Center receives osteopathic manipulation treatment table

SCRANTON, PA — The Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education recently received an osteopathic manipulation treatment table from the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association (POMA). … more

1/31/24

The Sprint Print fundraiser check presentation. Pictured are, in the back row are Denise Avrich, left; Zack Sosnowski; Eric Sarnoski; Eric Sohns; Matt Deska; and Bill Kupinski. In the front row are Kathleen McHugh, left; Nate Zaur; Kristy Jamison; Amanda E. Marchegiani; Danielle Casey; and Laura Kinney...

Sprint Print raises $1,000 for Northeast Regional Cancer Institute

CHINCHILLA, PA — In 2023, Sprint Print hosted a fundraiser to support the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute (NRCI). Through their efforts, they raised $1,000 to help ease the … more

1/31/24

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