Daffodils announce the arrival of spring
Let It Grow By Tammy Thornton Congratulations, if you are reading this, you have safely made it to spring! In South Jersey, especially near the coast, the signs are all around us. The birds are singing more sweetly, trees are in bud, and daffodils, unable to contain...
The impact of climate change on wine
Drink Up! By David Setley I think we’re all looking forward to spring and warmer temperatures. Last week, local weatherman Joe Martucci called this the coldest winter in 10 years! Is that a coincidence? Or part of a larger discussion on climate change? I don’t have...
Why women over 40 should be taking creatine—even if you don’t work out
Empowering Women By Rachel Guevara As we age, maintaining muscle mass and strength becomes increasingly difficult. Women begin losing muscle mass as early as their 30s, with a more significant decline starting in their 40s and accelerating after menopause. This...
The luck of the Irish—or lack thereof
Letter from the editor I’ve always heard about the luck of the Irish, but if that’s a real thing, I must have missed my share. Despite my Irish roots—and even finding a four-leaf clover as a child, a supposed symbol of good fortune—I’ve never felt particularly lucky....
Irish eyes will smile on your peas and potatoes
Let It Grow By Tammy Thornton Gardeners know that the perfect way to start your St. Patrick’s Day morning is by planting peas in your garden. Though many garden plants must wait until the last frost of the season, peas can be started much sooner. These cool-season...
