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The parcel at 114 1/2 River St. in Rome is shown on Monday, Feb. 6. Last week, the city’s Zoning Board of Appeals rejected a request for a pair of variances to convert the structure from a two-unit dwelling to a three-unit dwelling.
Rome ZBA rejects variance requests for River Street parcel
The rejection was based on lack of proof of financial burden and legal documentation that the property was a three-family dwelling when it was purchased. more
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A workman aligns a plank before cutting it for use at a new housing site in Madison County, Miss. Taking on a home renovation or even a simple repair project can turn disastrous — and expensive — without proper planning. When deciding whether to don safety glasses and get started or pay a professional, consider personal abilities, the time commitment and potential costs.
NerdWallet: How a data nerd approaches DIY home improvement projects
I started 2021 by buying an 1885 hulk of a home, sight unseen, with visions of restoring its earlier grandeur. more
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A monarch butterfly feeds on Rose Milkweed.
COLUMN: Add native plants to your garden
It started a week before Christmas, the gardening catalogs in our mailbox. The initial trickle is now a flow with several coming daily. more
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Master gardener to give presentation at Sherrill Garden Club
The February meeting of the Sherrill Garden Club will take place at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 7, at the Sherrill-Kenwood Free Library, 543 Sherrill Road. more
A visitor looks at orchid blossoms at the Palmengarten botanic garden in Frankfurt, Germany.
COLUMN: The 2023 plants of the year
If you like to follow gardening trends, add the “plants of the year” to your garden. more
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A split-leaf philodendron plant inside of a home. Non-climbing varieties, such as tree or split-leaf philodendrons, can get quite large: twice as wide as they are tall. Therefore, be sure you have an indoor space big enough for the plant to grow.
COLUMN: Philodendrons an easy houseplant to grow
Philodendrons are some of the easiest foliage houseplants to grow. more
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Sign-up for February Food $en$e
Registration for the February Food $en$e program will be held in Rome, Lee, Camden, Holland Patent, and Oneida. more
Moss growing at the base of a tree at Raccoon Grove Nature Preserve in Monee, IL.
COLUMN: Should you worry about lichens, moss on trees?
Now that deciduous trees are bare, trunks and branches have taken center stage, and you might be noticing nuances and irregularities that evaded your attention over the summer. more
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As we kick-start 2023, many parents are rebalancing their budgets and looking for ways to save money amid inflation. Parents who often look forward to getting sizable tax refunds may end up with a noticeable reduction.
NerdWallet: Some strategies to help parents save money in 2023
When inflation rises, child care expenses do, too. If you’re a parent, you may be hoping to get a little financial relief during the upcoming tax season through deductions or credits. more
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A shopper walks by a holiday window display in New York City in this file photo. Don’t wait to take care of any debt you incurred over the holidays, financial experts say.
NerdWallet: Don’t wait to tackle your holiday debt
Paying off debt is a common goal as the new year kicks off. Bills for holiday shopping and other end-of-year spending often come due in January, and this year, rising interest rates make debt increasingly expensive. more
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Winter Toddler Time, Story Time sessions planned at Old Forge Library
Winter Toddler Time and Story Time sessions are scheduled from 10:15 to 11 a.m. on Fridays, Jan. 20 through Feb. 10, at the Old Forge Library. more
Ron Wagner stands next to a for sale sign at Wagner Farm on Old Oneida Road in Rome on Thursday, Jan. 12. Wagner, who has run the popular local agribusiness for more than two decades, said the current economic climate has made it nearly impossible for family farms to remain sustainable.
Wagner Farms to end operations
A longtime staple of the community that’s been around for 25 years, Wagner Farms will discontinue its farming operations and change directions in 2023. more
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Among changes for taxpayers, The IRS raised the standard deduction, which is taken by more than 90% of taxpayers, by $1,800 for married couples filing jointly and by $900 for single filers. The standard deduction amounts in 2023 will be $27,700 for married couples and $13,850 for singles.
NerdWallet: From taxes to auto insurance: Sneaky ways inflation may affect your money in 2023
By now, you’re probably familiar with the more obvious ways inflation affects your finances. Your money doesn’t go as far as it used to at the grocery store or the gas pump, for example. more
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A front yard in Westchester County, N.Y., pictured on May 4, 2022, has been converted from lawn to pollinator-friendly, native plants.
COLUMN: Resolve to plant native this year
Happy new year, gardeners! It’s time to make those new year resolutions. more
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Pictured are houses for sale on Lexington Ave in Oneida Wednesday, December 4, 2023.
Experts see shift in local housing market
Prior to the holiday slump, the local housing market was still hot, but realtors say they are starting to see some things shift. more
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Some farms accept Christmas trees for their goats to munch on the vitamin C rich needles. Be sure to confirm that the farm near you is currently accepting Christmas trees before considering this option.
DEC reminds residents to recycle Christmas trees
If your city, town, village or private trash hauler doesn’t recycle old Christmas trees, the state Department of Environmental Conservation says homeowners can give a gift to nature. more
The shelter at the head of the Trenton Greenbelt Trails is shown on Thursday, Jan. 5. The popular trail system will host a guided hike on Thursday, Jan. 26, to help outdoor enthusiasts learn how to protect the area’s hemlock trees from an invasive pest.
Trenton Greenbelt, Camden Forest Park hikes to help protect hemlocks from invasive pest
Local residents are invited to attend one or both of two guided walk-and-talk training sessions to occur in January and February at a pair of local public trails to learn how to monitor hemlock trees. more
Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Stir-Fried Vegetables
Prioritize heart health with a balanced eating plan
No matter your motivations, it’s never too late or too early to start focusing on your heart health, and taking steps now can make a big difference. more
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The price of eggs from large-scale producers has gone up drastically, but area experts say local eggs may be available at farm stands and other venues for less than grocery store prices.
Amid spiking costs, are local eggs cheaper?
Shoppers have been noticing a hefty price tag on their eggs at the grocery store, with some retailers even limiting the quantity shoppers can buy. more
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Safe Tractor program to be offered
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Herkimer County will offer a Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program to youth and adults 14 years of age and older. more
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