Archive for the ‘ Home & Garden ’ Category

Killer bees spotted in Menifee; How to protect your pets and loved ones

Toni McAllister 5:15 PM July 12, 2010

Apart from their aggressive behavior, Africanized honeybees can look and act a great deal like their friendlier European cousins so when outdoors, be on bee alert.

San Diego County home sales rise by 19.6 percent

Staff 10:53 AM June 15, 2010

May sales throughout Southern California were the highest for that month since 2006.

Home of the Week: Sister Aimee’s castle in Lake Elsinore

By Scott Marshutz 8:13 AM May 9, 2010

Evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson commissioned the 4,400-square-foot Moorish Revival house, complete with escape routes (in case of unwanted media attention).

Lake Elsinore hopes sponge islands will improve lake quality

Staff 3:02 PM March 25, 2010

The islands are made of sponges designed by a company named Bio-Haven and the plants are expected to take root in the sponges.

Lake Elsinore composting workshop scheduled for Saturday

Staff 5:28 PM March 3, 2010

The backyard composting workshop is set for 10 a.m. at the Lake Elsinore Library, 600 W. Graham Ave.

8 great ways to slow cooking, including dessert

Kari Warren 10:21 AM January 8, 2010

The following eight great Web site links provide some great recipes that will enable you to become your own Betty Crock-potter.

Wildomar looking for entries for first holiday lighting contest

Yazmin Alvarez 2:48 PM November 30, 2009

The city of Wildomar is calling out to all its residents to take part in the city’s first, Holiday Lights Home Decorating Contest, a friendly, fun competition that will brighten up the community.

Eight Great: Still stuffed with turkey? Delve into new leftover ideas Southwest Riverside!

Kari Warren 11:31 AM November 28, 2009

Thanksgiving is definitely the holiday that keeps on giving. The following eight great websites will enable you to take what food is left and turn it into delicious meals your family will enjoy over and over again.

Friends, family fundraising efforts bring Temecula family together again

Kerri S. Mabee 1:47 PM November 16, 2009

“The first time Randy was able to make it upstairs, I looked over at him and his face was just glowing,” said wife Amy Poladian.

Even during dry times, gardens can be beautiful

By Toni McAllister 1:35 PM September 21, 2009

“The natives are beautiful and there’s a constant color palette throughout the year,” said Susan Frommer, as she looked over her garden.

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