Feature Story

Helpful students raise money for helpful canines

Heather Joy
The scene was one of sheer excitement as students from Lakenheath Elementary School greeted several guide dogs and their handlers during the schools walk-a-thon on May 11.
The students had much to celebrate this year as the school wide program crossed the $100,000 mark for funds raised over the last 12 years. This year’s donation of $10,000 was collected from a combination of...

Covering the Kingdom

Queen's Diamond Jubilee waxwork unveiled at Madame Tussauds after £150,000 makeover

The Queen's waxwork was unveiled at Madame Tussauds in London this morning following a £150,000 makeover according to the Daily Mail.
The new figure, which will be the Queen's 23rd likeness at the world-famous waxwork gallery, was carried out in honor of the Diamond Jubilee marking the sovereign's 60 years on the throne.
According to the report the Queen did...

Food for Thought

Rhubarb Fool

This tasty pink dessert is a wonderful end for a warm summer’s evening meal.

Start by preparing your rhubarb. Wash it, peel it and cut it into 2 inch (5cm) pieces.
Place the rhubarb in a saucepan and sprinkle with a little sugar - maybe a tablespoon or so - and add 2-3 tablespoons of water or orange juice, just enough to cover the bottom of the pan.
Put a lid on the pan and very gently steam the rhubarb until soft.
Remove a...

Travelogue

Four survival tips for your family vacation

You know the old saying that the journey is just as important as reaching your destination? It can also be applied to your family vacation. Some even believe that the journey is half the fun of getting there. While you may already have a getaway destination in mind, traveling as a family presents its share of challenges for the journey ahead.

That's why it's so important to plan ahead to make sure your trip is a memorable voyage,...