A family tradition of taking hay from the manager; why sisters balked at fetching their gifts from under the tree; more holiday memories.
Nick Reiner made his first court appearance Wednesday on two murder charges stemming from the stabbing deaths of his parents.
Major retail stores offer expedited shipping, in-store pickup on Christmas Eve and other options for holiday shoppers still choosing gifts.
Nut used in holiday baking or given as a gift may contain salmonella; a popular nasal spray has been recalled after the discovery of mold.
Phthalates, a class of chemicals used to make plastic more pliable, are widely found in consumer products and foods, despite known risks.
When the Geminid meteor shower peaks this weekend, about 120 shooting stars an hour may be visible under ideal conditions.
It’s even ruder to hide to-go kits from the host, fill them with leftovers when the meal’s over and run, like it’s a holiday smash-and-grab.
White elephant gifts shouldn’t be junk saved from the trash. They should be humorous, and perhaps even irreverent, but never mean-spirited.
Unbearable squatter roars “like a lion with a hiss on top;” rabid raccoon turns on rescuer; zoo’s oldest resident dies at 141 (or so).
Is it OK or rude for holiday guests to bring their own to-go containers, with the assumption they’ll take home leftovers from the feast?
Among the dozens of brands affected by the recall are Target’s Good & Gather, Walmart’s Great Value and Happy Farms by Aldi.
Tender, nostalgic, hilarious or thought-provoking, we want to hear readers’ favorite memories of holiday traditions and celebrations.
Thanks to a historic donation by billionaires Michael and Susan Dell, some children 10 and under could receive $250 in seed money.
Medical bills can overwhelm even the most prepared families, but there’s a way to ease the strain without adding steep monthly payments.
Patch is where locals go to find what to do next - whether last-minute holiday plans of early-bird 2026 plans.
Holiday shoppers expect to spend more than $1 trillion in 2025, a new record, fueled by tariffs. They may also have trouble returning gifts.
Paint refreshes, new fixtures and simple kitchen updates are easy DIY wins — but major upgrades often need pros and smarter financing.
Your equity can support upgrades, goals and everyday costs — all without resetting your mortgage or adding any monthly payments.
Some health experts worry that the variant GII.17 responsible for last year’s spike may have mutated and become more contagious.
It’s a good idea to make holiday reservations now. Several fast-food restaurants will be open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
As the full cold moon rises Thursday, it’ll appear especially large as it hugs the horizon. It's the third of four supermoons in a row, too.
