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Hair Care Tips For After Swimming

By Carlos on July 23, 2020 Personal Care

No matter the style, texture or color, everyone’s hair gets messed up after swimming. The majority of hair related problems including split ends, rough and dull hair arise due to lack of proper hair care during and after swimming. Here are simple hair care tips for before and after swimming. Before Swimming 1. Wet your Hair Give your hair a thorough wash in the shower before you start swimming. Hair can hold a certain amount of water, so soak it up with fresh water as much as possible. Dry hair soaks up more salty water and chlorine from the beach…

Benefits of Bridal Yard Sales

By Carlos on July 22, 2020 Frugal Friday

If you’ve ever been involved in the wedding planning process, you know that it can get incredibly expensive. In fact, the average price for a wedding in the United States was revealed as $35,329 in 2016. Interestingly enough, the same study also showed that the average number of wedding guests is actually decreasing. This means that extra costs aren’t coming from more attendees; they’re coming from an increased focus on personalization and “extras,” like photo booths and food trucks. For many people, paying over $35,000 for a wedding is simply not an option. Many couples have started looking for ways…

Easy Frozen Drinks to Beat the Heat

By Carlos on July 19, 2020 Food and Dining

Summer is a great time to bring people together, have a BBQ, picnic, or family reunion and enjoy the beautiful weather outside, but the heat can make your get together go from a bang to a bust in no time. Check out our recipes of frozen drinks to help you beat the heat, keep your guests cool and happy. Non-Alcoholic Frozen Drinks 1. Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Total Prep Time: 10 minutes Servings: 2 Ingredients: • 1 package fresh strawberries • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice • 1/4 cup water • 2 tablespoons sugar • 1.5 cup crushed ice Instructions: 1.…

Tips For Making Wood Floors Look Like New

By Carlos on April 15, 2020 Home

Many people choose hardwood floors for their homes because they are easy to care for. However, they do require maintenance in order to keep them looking great. Below are some tips to keep your hardwood floors looking like it is new. Clean up Spills Immediately If something spills on the hardwood floor, you need to clean it up immediately. Even if the spill is small, this can cause long-term damage to your floor. Take a cloth and clean up the spill immediately. Clean the Floor Regularly Even if your hardwood floor appear to be clean, you still need to clean…

Coronavirus Outbreak

Helping to Flatten the Curve

By Pennysaver Plus on April 14, 2020 Pennysaver News

The outbreak of the Coronavirus has caused us all to stop in our tracks, take stock of what we’re doing and what we should be doing, and reassess the plans we set out for 2020. The challenge we face today has been both unexpected and devastating. The Pennysaver was founded in 1958, and we have brought you community news, savings and local services ever since. We have come through recessions, shocks and crashes, because of this there is a special bond between the Pennysaver’s Got It Local and its readers. You know you can rely on us, and we know…

The Do’s and Don’ts of Grooming Your Dog at Home

By Justin on March 18, 2020 Home, Personal Care

Some pet parents simply prefer to groom their dogs at home. Even those who do take Fido to the groomer’s may still preform maintenance grooming at home. Regardless of your dog’s grooming schedule, there are a few precautions you should take as you carry out this important task. Some pup parents opt to take their dog to a professional groomer for haircuts, and they do “maintenance” grooming on a daily or weekly basis, depending on their dog’s needs. Others do all grooming at home. Either way, you’ll need to establish a few good habits in order to make grooming a…

Green Drinks to Sip on for St. Patrick’s Day

By Justin on March 13, 2020 Food & Drink, Holiday

St. Patrick’s Day is a holiday when you can wear as much green as you want while enjoying a few rainbows and gold as well. You can turn your food green, and even prepare a few drinks to sip on during the day either by yourself or with a few friends. Here are a few green drink ideas that are fun to look at and drink at the same time. If there’s alcohol in the recipe, you can adjust the amount or leave it out altogether if you don’t want an alcoholic beverage. Beer Colors Your ordinary glass of beer…

Key Benefits of Frozen Meals

By Justin on March 12, 2020 Food & Drink

The current health food mantra is that fresh is always best, but is it? Despite all the diet gurus telling you to shop only the periphery of the store, the freezer section has a lot to offer for health-conscious consumers and busy families alike. From more nutrients and fewer preservatives to less waste and lower grocery bills, read on to discover a few key benefits of frozen meals. No Preservatives Preservatives like sulfates, nitrites, trans fats and BHA have been linked to numerous health problems from asthma to cancer. Even table salt, which is often added in large amounts to…

Delicious homemade swedish meatballs with mushroom cream sauce and egg noodle.

Best Appetizer Ideas

By Justin on March 10, 2020 Food & Drink, Food and Dining

When it comes to appetizers, you can never have too many recipes in your arsenal. Whether you’re looking for a new dish to bring to the neighborhood potluck or hosting a family soirée, the following options are sure to entice and impress your fellow celebrants. Gougéres These irresistible mini-soufflés are crisp on the outside, custardy on the inside, and packed with savory herbs and cheese. They can be a bit time-consuming to prepare, but the results will be well worth it! Note that they’re best served hot. Variation: Gruyére is traditional for this dish, but you can substitute Cheddar, Colby,…

Preventing Transmission of Viruses & Bacteria

By Justin on March 9, 2020 Health & Wellness

Cold and flu seasons are always tough. But with the Coronavirus fears added to the mix, everyone is more concerned about preventing the spread of illness. Fortunately, all of these viral infections are killed quite easily and you can prevent their spread if you do become ill. Steps to Stay Healthy If you are healthy, you still play an important role in preventing the transmission of viruses and bacteria. The following tips will help you stay healthy and prevent the spread of bacteria: Wash your hands properly Use hand sanitizer only when hand washing isn’t possible Don’t touch your face…

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