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Prices for home remodeling outpaced inflation in the second quarter due to labor costs

By ALEX VEIGA
Sep 30, 2025 10:52 am - The cost of home repair and remodeling projects is up compared to a year ago and running ahead of inflation overall, according to a report from data analytics company Verisk.
These globally inspired dishes are tasty ways to cut food waste

By Rachael Jackson
Sep 30, 2025 6:01 am - Take a look at cuisines from around the world, and you’re guaranteed to find dishes with a particular superpower: They let you throw in whatever food you’ve got. These flexible recipes fight food waste and save money, one half-eaten onion at a time.
My fish spatula is one of the few kitchen tools I can’t live without

By Emily Heil
Sep 30, 2025 5:54 am - A “fish turner” — a.k.a. fish spatula — might sound like a ridiculously specific kitchen tool, like an avocado slicer or a cherry pitter. But it is actually one of the most versatile, useful tools in your kitchen arsenal. It’s a workhorse that can be used for nearly everything, not just seafood.
Classic Waldorf salad gets a modern remake, minus the mayo

By G. Daniela Galarza
Sep 30, 2025 5:07 am - This update on the Waldorf salad amplifies the crunch and flavor of the classic, which was invented at New York City’s Waldorf Astoria hotel in 1893. This version features tart Granny Smith apples, celery, butter lettuce, radicchio, grapes, toasted pecans — but no mayo.
This branzino with red pepper puree feels like a seaside escape

By Ellie Krieger
Sep 30, 2025 5:04 am - A spread of pureed roasted red peppers seasoned with Calabrian chiles makes a luscious sauce for a flaky white fish. Piled with a crisp, lemony fennel salad and garnished with olives, it’s a simple and elegant Mediterranean-style meal.
Free veterinary clinic Saturday in Park Ridge

Daily Herald report
Sep 29, 2025 1:18 pm - People can get their pets vaccinated and receive other services Saturday during a free veterinary clinic in Park Ridge.
Facts on fungi: A look at 3 common native species

By Mark Spreyer, Stillman Nature Center
Sep 29, 2025 10:08 am - Stillman Nature Center’s Mark Spreyer takes a look at three common native fungi.
How Barrington Area CROP Hunger Walk helps feed local families

Submitted by Linda Osikowicz
Sep 29, 2025 9:56 am - All are invited to the Barrington Area CROP Hunger Walk on Sunday, Oct. 12.
Faith & Blue comes to Montgomery church Oct. 3

Submitted by Al Benson
Sep 29, 2025 12:26 am - Faith and Blue, a law enforcement-faith collaboration event, will take place on Oct. 3 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery.
Meet Maggie and Mabel, the star attractions of new Batavia business

By Kelsey Rettke
Sep 28, 2025 5:37 pm - Maggie and Mabel, two Scottish Highland cows, are the star attractions at Majestic Highlands Homestead in Batavia, offering photo and cuddle sessions.

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