On July 2 from 5 to 8 p.m., First Friday can kickoff the holiday weekend celebration. First Friday is embracing the patriotic theme and a festive event of food, music, shopping and fun is planned.
Expressing the rewards and challenges of today's dairy farmer, Jesse Kline of Chambersburg was crowned the 2010-2011 Franklin County Dairy Princess Friday, June 18, during the annual pageant at Kauffman Community Center.
I have a 2002 Mini Cooper. The automatic transmission failed last week without warning. The dealer wants $9,500 for a new transmission. They say it cannot be rebuilt. I contacted transmission repair companies and have been told that BMW, Mini’s parent company, will not sell them the parts to rebuild Minis. The car is low mileage, great condition with all of the options and the NADA Blue Book for a private sale is $10,800. I have since seen on the Internet that this seems to be a common problem with the automatics. Why doesn’t BMW stand behind their products? They must be aware that the transmission is defective. The cost to repair is prohibitive, so my Mini sits in my driveway while I ponder my next step. Any advice would be welcome.
In the last few decades, advances in window-making technology have made it possible for homeowners to save a bundle on energy costs.
Many schools and employers are encouraging — and even organizing — carpooling and car-sharing operations in an effort to help the environment and eliminate parking hassles. Sharing a ride can be a great way to cut your commuting costs, but they require some time investment up front.
Dressing appropriately at work will not necessarily help you, but not following your company’s unwritten dress code norms can hurt your upward mobility. Certainly there are general business rules that define what is and is not acceptable to wear in the workplace. Every company is different, so be careful when adapting this advice to your specific work environment.
The food fight between Ocean Spray Cranberries and Decas Cranberry Products has shifted from the courthouse to the Web now that Decas has launched an online site aimed at criticizing one of Ocean Spray’s products.
Last weekend, the AMC television show “Mad Men” returned for another season of drinking, smoking and character-driven product pitching in the mid-’60s heyday of Madison Avenue advertising agencies. A documentary now available on DVD looks at the reality behind the age of advertising.
Weekly business rail, with warnings about flooding fix-up scams and work-at-home scams, and more.
How to protect yourself from unusual economic conditions.
Weekly financial Q&A, with advice on when to buy a house and being in debt to family members.
Since Mini made its U.S. debut in 2002, BMW’s British brand has handily outperformed expectations. It’s also grown a bit in terms of lineup. But is a larger car still capable of being a Mini? That’s a question that sent us scurrying to Hamburg, Germany, to test-drive the maker’s latest addition.
Buying a refrigerator requires some consideration, but it doesn’t have to be a complex process. The first thing to ask yourself when buying a refrigerator is how much space you have. Remember to measure height, width and depth.
Our LCD boom means you’ll eventually have to clean them. The wrong way can cost you a screen.
Weekly auto rail, with car-buying tips, Car Q&A with Junior Damato and more.
From MBA programs to community college, students heading back to school this fall have more green learning options than ever before. This shift reflects the country’s growing emphasis on sustainable living, but it’s also a savvy move. Green technology is one of the few bright spots in the economy, and incorporating these topics into the curriculum helps schools attract students. In turn, students can distinguish themselves and get an edge in the job market.
The old manager left, and they had to pick a new one - you. But now your relationships with your co-worker friends will have to change.
Weekly business column, with college tips, BBB wedding advice and more.
Nylton Andrade hopes the federal bill President Obama signed Wednesday will help him and his wife keep their home.
Weekly financial Q&A, with advice on starting a small business on the side and when to get long-term-care insurance.
