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Give old batteries a new life by safely recycling them

NEW YORK (AP) — When household batteries die, it's hard to know what to do with them. So they get shoved into a junk drawer or sheepishly thrown into the trash. But dead batteries aren't quite finished. They can leak heavy metals like cadmium and nickel into soil and water once they reach ...

‘Pooch Playoffs’ to benefit Mon Valley Paws

A Monongahela photographer is participating in this yearĢƵ “Pooch Playoffs.” Jennifer Codeluppi of Studio 47 Portraits will photograph the first 16 dogs that are registered. Each photo session is $125 with the proceeds going to Mon Valley Paws, a local nonprofit based in Monessen with a ...

Scarification: The simple trick that helps seeds sprout faster

I'm currently dusting off my seed-starting supplies and sorting through seed packets from years past. Seed starting is an annual ritual for many gardeners, but if you're new to the party, it would be helpful to know that not all seeds should be treated the same way. Many seeds only require ...

Citizen Science Lab founder talks with South Fayette students

Anyone who has ever struggled with a quadratic equation or a Bunsen burner can take comfort in the knowledge that Andre Samuel once failed microbiology and chemistry classes. However, that didn’t prevent him from ultimately earning a doctorate in biology at Duquesne University and founding ...

Reap the rewards of expanding your culinary horizons

Trying new foods is one of the joys of cooking. When people expand their culinary horizons and embrace opportunities to taste new dishes, their mealtime options are endless. For those looking to experiment with Asian cuisine, this recipe for Green Fish Curry With Rice from Lines+Angles is ...

A new take on a popular breakfast favorite

Many of the most delicious dishes are a byproduct of their creators’ willingness to try something new. Soy is a popular choice among people looking to consume plant-based protein. It can be incorporated into various recipes, and soy milk is one way to do just that. Those who want to prepare ...