What an amazing transformation. The old Quick Chek, on Route 31 in Pennington, is now Lakeside Café & Liquors. You’re going to want to stop by and check it out. I can’t wait to try it. The new venue is described on its website as follows: “Our coffee shop and liquor store offers a fun, … Read more
My list of regrets could fill a 10-gallon bucket. Among them is not saving all the segments of Hometown View that I have done for more than 25 years. If I had, I would have written a book that might not have sold many copies, but would have allowed me to leave a legacy for … Read more
I was so excited to get an air fryer for Christmas (it’s an air fryer/toaster oven combo). I set it up right away, but then realized I didn’t know what to put in it. Hahaha. The best foods to put in the fryer Read on to see the answers to a PST survey. I asked, … Read more
Half of Americans snack all day, but is that good for you? In addition to eating other meals, snacks are a must for 83% of people who admitted to having at least two a day. A survey conducted by a poll also revealed that 69% prefer to snack throughout the day rather than eat full, … Read more
What does the future hold for 2022? Pinterest is just one of the sites online that has its finger on the pulse. These are some of the trends that people say will be “in”. jewelsIt will make a comeback, but not just in clothes, people are getting creative and accessorizing all over their bodies, from … Read more
National Popcorn Day isn’t the only day to enjoy a big bowl of this hot, buttered favorite. Nothing better than popcorn on movie night or any night in front of the TV. I eat it a lot because it is a low calorie snack and I have learned that it is high in fiber and … Read more
Whether you eat breakfast or not, there is something to be said for those who find something they like to eat and then stick with it for nearly 7 decades. If you would only think to yourself”Yes, you could say two things about these people: boring and uncreative., “You may be right. A little wrong, … Read more
On a cold winter day, who doesn’t love a hot bowl of hearty soup? mmm, and if I have a bowl to start my lunch or dinner, I tend to eat a little less because the soup fills you up and can be a light snack that I found between meals. Maybe it’s a bowl … Read more
The date was January 17, 1972. Richard Nixon was president. The number one song was American Pie. You could buy a gallon of gasoline for 38 cents. And, an 18-year-old boy began to live his dream of making a living on the radio. That person, of course, was me, and Monday marks my 50th anniversary … Read more
You may have recently noticed that some of the shelves at your local grocery store are looking a bit bare again. It’s kind of reminiscent of things from the start of the pandemic when toilet paper and disinfectant products were empty on store shelves. The only difference is that this time it is a series … Read more
A trendy spot in Princeton is opening a second restaurant soon, not that far away. Local Greek’s new location, Local Greek Lambertville, will be located at 2 Canal Street in Lambertville. I love that area … it seems like a perfect fit. Everyone is invited to the ribbon cutting on Friday, January 22 at 12:00. … Read more
The most popular kitchen appliance in Massachusetts certainly hasn’t been as hotly debated in the state as Brady or Belichick, but it’s an interesting debate among all kitchen cooks. A survey by insurance and surety company Safety First collected Google Trends data from 2021 and assessed the popularity of kitchen appliances within each individual state. … Read more
Anyone who has frequented a restaurant knows that there are charismatic regulars who stand out from the crowd. Elaine Vandament from Mattapoisett could always be found at her favorite stool at Pandolfi’s Mattapoisett Diner, or helping clean a table, helping out, because she loved helping people. The owner, Brian Vose, knew she needed to be … Read more
We are well known here in Massachusetts and our unique vernacular is at the top of the list. We’re not just talking about the world-famous Boston accent, which is actually only worn by a small number of Massachusetts residents and changes regionally based on the Boston neighborhood. We are talking about actual words that you … Read more
I remember inheriting my dad’s truck in the summer of 2018. The goal was to fix it and get it back on the road. I just needed a steering rack, water pump, timing belt, shocks, struts, emergency brake repair, a bumper, and massive exhaust work. I mean, it was a free Toyota Tundra (whose engines … Read more
Now a good deal is offered for a limited time and benefits young entrepreneurs. No need to contact the Better Business Bureau or consumer researchers, it’s not one of those bogus marketing schemes, it’s the start of the annual Girl Scout cookie program. photo courtesy of Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways The Girls Scouts of … Read more