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2010 

She's back! Yes, dear CSP possums, our own Delaware version of Dame Edna, Scott Mason, is back at Chapel Street Players with a whole new show! As it is almost Halloween, the Dame encourages all her attendees to wear their best Halloween costume to the show! There are only 3 shows to catch the Dam...
10/20/2010
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  Break out your most festive Halloween attire and join us for hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, silent auction, haunted house, fortune teller, DJ, dancing, and costume contests. You'll have a howl of a good time! This is a people-only party, so please leave your pets at home. Costume or festive attire s...
10/20/2010
  Often, our first encounter with mold at home occurs in that infamous spot between the shower curtain and tub. It’s pretty disgusting, but it’s easy to wipe up. Unfortunately, in most homes, this isn’t the extent of the mold—the more problematic mold is the insidious kind, hiding behind walls an...
10/19/2010
Many prospective homeowners find out the hard way the importance of a good credit score when they apply for a home mortgage, especially after the subprime loan crisis. If you are considering buying a home in the near future, it is a good idea to give your credit score a check-up and then take pos...
10/16/2010
  Jodie Mekled is looking forward to cheap utility bills this winter. The retail worker from Sterling Heights, Mich., could pay as little as $40 a month for natural gas thanks to energy-efficient home improvements made through Habitat for Humanity. The nonprofit group recently completed a rehab o...
10/15/2010
The Grand Opera House has been booking major talent. Pianist Chucho Valdes plays October 18, and the Indigo Girls hit Wilmington October 20.But on October 19, singer-songwriter Natalie Merchant rocks (or should we say, caresses)  the stage for what promises to be an evening of seriously easy list...
10/13/2010
Without question the best yard art I see in gardens comes from recycling. Mention recycling and the first thing that comes to mind is waste materials like plastic and paper or cardboard. Each Saturday I make my trip to the recycle station not far from home. But what about weathered rusty old tin ...
10/11/2010
Given its durability, vinyl siding is more popular today than ever before. According to some statistics, approximately 50% of homes now use the material. That said, this is one product that experts say you should not skimp on when looking at quality vs. cost. Cheaper-made siding will fade, warp a...
10/11/2010
If you've been laid off and your former employer is hiring again, you may see this as a chance to get your old job back. But before you dust off your business cards, consider whether you really want to return. Before submitting your resumé, ask yourself these questions: Were you laid off solely b...
10/10/2010
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Sleeping on the wrong mattress can cause or worsen back pain; insufficient support can lead to bad posture, muscle strain and spine misalignment. But a new mattress can help alleviate back pain and lead to a better night's sleep. Keep this advice in mind when shopping for a mattress: Look for a b...
10/10/2010
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