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How to instill healthy habits in your children
Family, Health, Just for you
Amy Cavalier 
Sep 21, 2017
The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree when it comes to diet and exercise among children. It’s essential for parents who want healthy children to be...
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Must-do family activities this fall
At Home, Family, Health, ...
Karen Marley 
Sep 14, 2017
At this time of the year, retail stores want to remind you that summer is behind you. Back-to-school supplies have crowded the office supply store ais...
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Here’s what you need to know about sunscreen
Family, Health, Just for you
Karen Miltner 
Jun 29, 2017
Everyone knows you’ll significantly lower the odds of contracting lung cancer if you don’t smoke. Well, to prevent skin cancer, slather on the sunscre...
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How to deal with an empty nest
Family, Health, Just for you, ...
Kirsten Srinivasan 
May 04, 2017
Becoming an empty nester comes with its fair share of emotions: Pride, nervousness, hope and sadness. There was a time when you were counting your bab...
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Spreading kindness for World Down Syndrome Day
Local News, News, Online Features
Mar 21, 2017
In honor of World Down Syndrome Day, which is today, the Taylor family of Bradford are encouraging members of the community to perform a random act of...
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Healthy habits for cell phone usage
Family, Health, Just for you, ...
Jessica Perkins 
Dec 15, 2016
Smartphones are hot items on many children’s Christmas lists this year. While it seems like a harmless purchase, parents should consider every aspect ...
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Don’t let a sports injury lead to addiction
Family, Health, Just for you
Michael Murray, Churchville-Chili High School 
Nov 01, 2016
For students, being involved in sports is certainly a healthy option, and one that can provide a multitude of social and physical benefits. However, w...
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Family gets into geocaching
Family, Health, Just for you
Karen Marley 
Oct 01, 2016
Do you want to go on a treasure hunt? Check out geocaching, a form of high-tech treasure hunting. It works like this: Using an app linked to your devi...
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Why your kids should learn to write by hand
Family, Health, Just for you
Amy Cavalier 
Oct 01, 2016
It seems the day of the good old-fashioned pen or pencil and paper is going to the wayside as schools debate eliminating cursive writing from curricul...
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What to do when you encounter a wild animal
Family, Health, Just for you
Jessica Perkins 
Aug 01, 2016
Soaking up the great outdoors can be a majestic adventure. That is, until you come face-to-face with a fierce wild animal. When you’re outdoors, espec...
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Safety Pack
Family, Gallery, Health, ...
Jul 01, 2016
Purchasing safe travel gear, like anti-theft bags, is a good investment, says Deb Hartz, a seasoned traveler and former public safety official in Depo...
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Simple tips for staying hydrated this summer
Family, Health, Just for you, ...
Amy Cavalier 
Jul 01, 2016
When you make your list of summer health must-haves, water should be right up there with sunscreen. But in reality, it doesn’t sit high on many people...
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Teacher brings aromatherapy into the classroom
Family, Health, Mind and Body, ...
Kathleen Ganster 
Jul 01, 2016
On any given day, Carrie Alwine’s classroom may smell like lavender, oranges, peppermint or a combination of other natural scents. Alwine, a third-gra...
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How to have a healthy vacation
Family, Health, Just for you, ...
Jessica Perkins 
Jul 01, 2016
The last time you took a trip, how well did you plan ahead of time? If you had all your clothes and travel documents packed up and ready to go, and th...
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Explore your vision correction options
Family, Health, Just for you, ...
Erin Golden 
Jul 01, 2016
Thirty years ago, people with not-so-perfect vision had only a couple of options to fix it—basically eyeglasses or contact lenses, many of which weren...
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BOTTLE ROUNDUP
Family, Gallery, Health, ...
Jun 16, 2016
Straw? Screw top? Clear? Colored? Finding the right bottle for you can make a big difference in how much you drink, says clinical dietitian April Mill...
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Explore New Menus
Family, Gallery, Health, ...
Apr 21, 2016
Need some ideas to get you started on your journey around the world? Here are a few ideas to help jumpstart your imagination. Try making one dish a we...
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Catch onto the thrill of mountain biking
Active Life, Family, Health, ...
Karen Marley 
Apr 04, 2016
What are you dreaming about this time of year? Colorful flowers? Milder temperatures? If you’re like Mark Shannon, junior engineer for Ontario County ...
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Pittsburgh area YMCA hosts day camp for kids
Active Life, At School, Family, ...
Kathleen Ganster 
Apr 04, 2016
Everyone loves holiday break, but it can also be a stressful time for working parents, who have to find care for their kids. During the 2015 holiday s...
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