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By Sara Hodon Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 1620 Pond Road, Allentown  |  1521 8th Avenue, Bethlehem 3360 Nazareth Road, Easton  |  610.865.8077  |  stlukesoralfacialsurgeons.com When Dr. Wayne Saunders opened the first Center for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery ... CONTINUE READING

When the Power Goes Out: From Flashlights to Family Fun

When the Power Goes Out: From Flashlights to Family Fun

By Kathryn M. D’Imperio For a young child, a “blackout” can be a very different, fun, and exciting adventure filled with flashlights and games to play. As adults, power outages rouse a stark reality that a storm impacts so much more than our mood and our plans. We find our ... CONTINUE READING

Tea Talk

By Mary Beth Schwartz It is the most widely consumed beverage in the world next to water, and can be found in almost all U.S. households. On any given day, over 160 million Americans are drinking it. The British has been serving it for hundreds of years in royal silver, bone c ... CONTINUE READING

A Soldier’s Story: Afghan Mission Confirms Young Officer’s Commitment to Army

By Ann Wlazelek In March 2012, less than a year out of college and Army officer training, Reid George got what he asked for – deployment to Afghanistan. The Parkland High School graduate was 23. He knew no one in the war-torn country or what his role as a junior officer wo ... CONTINUE READING

Patio Preferences: Which is Best for You?

Patio Preferences: Which is Best for You?

By Andy Cook Our homes are typically the single largest investment we make. Whether you live in a modest ranch style home or a sprawling estate, making use of your space – both indoors and out – is a way to get the most value out of your property. In addition to sheltering y ... CONTINUE READING

Facebook Faux Pas: Are You Social Media Savvy?

By Sara Vigneri When my daughters were born, I signed them up for gmail accounts figuring their names would be nabbed by someone else once they were old enough to sign up for themselves. I never would have predicted that when my daughter was old enough to use her email account it ... CONTINUE READING

Summer Camping in the Lehigh Valley

Summer Camping in the Lehigh Valley

By Sara Hodon “I’m bored!” Every parent hears this at some point during their child’s summer vacation. When riding bikes, swimming, or playing the latest electronic device loses some luster, a summer camp might be the answer. From the performing arts to nature, science ... CONTINUE READING

New Workouts: Tried and True or Just Trends?

By J.F. Pirro At Fitness Central in Schnecksville, Steve Hrycko gets the question all the time: What workout burns the most calories? The owner-operator keeps his response sweet and simple: “The one that you use,” he says. “They all work if you’re willing to use them.” ... CONTINUE READING

Flower Power: Choosing Color to Last All Summer

Flower Power: Choosing Color to Last All Summer

By Angela Bristow Spring is upon us and the garden centers are hopping with gardeners eager to get their hands in the soil. But sometimes frustration develops as the calendar moves through the summer and the once vibrant color of the initial planting season has faded. To have co ... CONTINUE READING

Making Learning a Part of Earth Day

By Ruth Heil Did you know that, although 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is covered with water, only one percent of that water is drinkable? The rest is frozen or filled with salt. Because facts like this foster appreciation for the preciousness of our resources, the founders ... CONTINUE READING