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Innovative and dramatic kitchen lighting adds flash to heart of home

By Susan Love, The Plain Dealer

March 18, 2010, 6:45AM

The innovative lighting design first started appearing with stunning effect in million-dollar homes three to five years ago. Now, it's turning up in showrooms and model homes aimed at the everyday market. Full story »

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There's more to a saltwater aquarium than just fish: Susan Condon Love's Full House

By Susan Love, The Plain Dealer

March 18, 2010, 8:30AM

It's easy to understand the allure of exotically and vibrantly colored fish and living coral "reefs." But, if you are seriously considering taking the plunge, expect the initial output of cash to be, well, not insignificant. Full story »

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Spring is good time to get ahead of iris borers: Ask OSU Extension

By Special to The Plain Dealer

March 18, 2010, 8:02AM

The pest overwinters as eggs laid on and around last year's leaves. In spring, tiny caterpillars hatch from the eggs and bore into the emerging iris leaves. Full story »

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Family reacts badly to member's move Down Under: Tell Me About It

By Special to The Plain Dealer

March 18, 2010, 7:57AM

Please just love your brother and back off. Full story »

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The pros and cons of pet-shop pups: Ask Dog Lady

By Special to The Plain Dealer

March 18, 2010, 4:30AM

Sometimes you act out of love when buying a puppy, but be mindful of not-always-wonderful pet store situations. Full story »

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Birds herald the return of spring with songs and courtship rituals: Aerial View

By James F. McCarty,The Plain Dealer

March 16, 2010, 3:31PM

Used to be that the return of the robins to Northeast Ohio was the surest sign spring. But now that many robins never leave, it's up to the blackbirds and creepers to step forward and assume the honor. Full story »

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Boyfriend's new job requires girlfriend's patience: Tell Me About It

By Special to The Plain Dealer

March 11, 2010, 9:40PM

Patience needed as boyfriend begins new career phase. Full story »

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'Green' home in South Russell closer to completion: Susan Condon Love's Full House

By Susan Love, The Plain Dealer

March 11, 2010, 8:30AM

Breaking ground on a green dream home in South Russell. Full story »

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Plants native to Northeast Ohio can improve the health of your garden

By Debbi Snook, The Plain Dealer

March 11, 2010, 8:26AM

Make room in your garden for the kind of plants Mother Nature knows and loves, botanical natives that can handle hot summers and cold winters -- without babying or a garage full of chemicals. Full story »

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Honeybees stay in hives throughout year: Ask OSU Extension

By Special to The Plain Dealer

March 11, 2010, 6:45AM

A found nest is most likely from wasps or hornets. Full story »

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Chewy products best for healthy dog's teeth: Ask Dog Lady

By Special to The Plain Dealer

March 11, 2010, 4:35AM

Teeth are hot medical properties right now. Many vets want to anesthetize the dog for the sole purpose of cleaning the choppers. Other vets will clean canines and incisors when the dog is down for another medical reason. Full story »

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Chasing rare birds is risky business for birders; sometimes they fly: Aerial View

By James F. McCarty,The Plain Dealer

March 09, 2010, 1:45PM

Some of life's great birding mysteries include: Why do rare birds show up so often in Holmes County? And why do so many of these rarities decide to leave the same day Aerial View decides to chase them? Full story »

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Taking on basement water woes

By Susan Love, The Plain Dealer

March 04, 2010, 7:33AM

It's almost spring, which means it's almost time for wet basements. Full story »

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Moisture can have ill effects on air quality in your home: Full House

By Susan Love, The Plain Dealer

March 04, 2010, 7:31AM

Musty smell? Strange discoloration? You made need to pay attention to moisture in your basement. Full story »

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Damping off keeps seedlings from thriving: Ask OSU Extension

By Special to The Plain Dealer

March 04, 2010, 6:38AM

Several different fungi can cause damping off. All plants infected with the disease will die. Full story »

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