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Our Country Home, Fall 2026

A tiny, bitey plague on humanity

NEW YORK AND PENNSYLVANIA — Thinking there are more ticks this year than in the past? You’re right. The TickZone app, a free daily tick-risk forecast, rates Wayne and Pike counties in PA and …

A lithadelic sphere

LACKAWAXEN, PA — Turn off a quiet Lackawaxen back road onto a long driveway, follow it past its attached house through the woods and through a long clearing open to the sky, and the dirt road, worn …

Paint me like one of your French armoires

HONESDALE, PA — On a gray Saturday in September, Susan Cottle is surrounded by color, her work awash with the soft shades of the landscapes she loves. The places range from the American Southwest …

Twenty-five tips to help you get ready for winter

Summer is over and there’s a chill in the air. This is a perfect time to prepare for winter. Here is a to-do list that will keep you on track and leave you plenty of time to relax and enjoy a cup …
Winterizing your home
Editor's Letter: Arbors and artifice
Versatile vintage: Surface and Shape opens in Barryville
ROCK HILL, NY — Living in a city puts limits on the kinds of pets a person can have. Perhaps you could own a dog or a cat, a canary or a parakeet. Cats, especially, don’t need that much …
The Paradise Lavender Farm, in Cresco, PA, is a beautiful and peaceful place waiting to be discovered by those who love gardens or are seeking a unique day trip in the heart of the Pocono …
Whether you have bought a new home or are struggling with how to design a new landscape for your property, you need only to look at the elements nature has provided. Consider the patterns in our …
BETHEL, NY— Picture it: Woodstock, 1969. On the site of Max Yasgur’s farm, you’ve come to experience three days of peace, love and music. There’s just one problem—they’ve run out of food. …
WAYNE COUNTY, PA — The Wayne County Arts Alliance (WCAA) studio tours saw many talented local artists showcasing their work and interacting with art-lovers. Over at the arts alliance's gallery …
A crowd of around 20 people gathered in the basement of the Tusten Town Hall building on June 8 to learn how to prepare for different emergencies. The Upper Delaware Council (UDC) and the New …
Welcome, spring! It’s been a long winter, and cold, and we all might be taking a little while to shake off the last of our winter lethargy. But there’s no better time for an issue of Our Country …
It was 1982 when journalist Jan Goodwin first found the Upper Delaware. At the time, Jan had no interest in finding a weekend home for herself. It was a friend who pulled her up to the area, …
To say The Old Foundation, a restaurant in Kenoza Lake, NY, has an old-school vibe would be putting it lightly. Opened four years ago by husband-and-wife team Ian and Jessica Boyle, the building has …
After years of city living—and our fair share of weekends navigating the Hamptons—my husband Michael and I found ourselves craving something quieter. Less performative, more elemental. We spent …
Spring is on its way, and the coming of the season means different things to different people. For some, the warming weather offers the chance for relaxation, for sitting outside in a lawn chair …

Can feng shui lower stress? What the research on clutter actually shows

Closets by Design reports on feng shui's potential to reduce stress by organizing spaces for energy flow, aligning with research on clutter and well-being.
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Introducing Summer Harvest as the 2027 Shingle Color of the Year

Wednesday, November 4
(BPT) - Owens Corning Roofing is introducing Summer Harvest as its 2027 Shingle Color of the Year, the latest selection in a program …
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Make every season patio season

Wednesday, November 4
(BPT) - Summer may be winding down, but your patio doesn't have to take the season off. As temperatures drop and outdoor furniture …
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4 retro-fueled room designs for fresh inspiration today

Monday, November 2
Houzz reports on four retro-inspired room designs blending past styles with modern touches, showcasing 1920s Art Deco, 1950s charm, …
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4 Ways to Make Room for Better Living

Monday, November 2
(Feature Impact) Oftentimes, making your home better suited for your needs starts with rethinking how the doors open. Whether …
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Reduce Home Fire Risks: 5 Items to Avoid Plugging into Power Strips

Monday, October 26
(Feature Impact) Power strips make it easy to add outlets where families need them, but they aren't designed to handle every …
More ideas for your home

What are typical mistakes homeowners make when refinishing hardwood floors?

(BPT) - Key takeaways:Homeowners value hardwood floors because of their warmth, beauty and endurance.It's important to protect the appearance, value and lifespan of hardwood floors by …

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