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men's golf closes gap at Regional

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A Growing Hostility in the Ranks

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Is the Lincoln Highway the same as the National Road?

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Celts don't take the series, now the Cavs can

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North, Firestone win Auten track and field titles

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LATEST FOOD NEWS
Executive Chef Eric Carcione with bruschetta, left, and an open-faced braised prime rib sandwich with beer sauce. These and more entrees will be offered at the soon to open Ohio Brewing Co. / Damon's Ribs Restaurant in the O'Neils building in Akron. (Paul Tople /Akron Beacon Journal)
Hungry for more? New area restaurants can help
Get ready to open a few new menus. The ever-evolving world of restaurants in the Akron area has some new offerings that include a brewpub, a tearoom, a wine bar and a place that gives new meaning to the phrase, ''I'm at the Office.'' Read the story>>
DESPERATION DINNERS
This Mock Tuna (Salmon) Salad is an alternative for people concerned by reports of high levels of mercury in some kinds of tuna. Photo by Kats Barry, Desperation Dinners, United Features Syndicate. View Large Version>>
Salmon OK in tuna's place
Try this tasty substitute if worried about report of high mercury levels
I've really missed my favorite tuna salad. Canned tuna was one of my trusted, inexpensive pantry staples until I read the Chicago Tribune's reports that canned tuna sometimes contains more mercury than the government had thought. Read the story>>

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RECIPE DATABASE

We've launched a recipe database that allows you, the reader, to add your favorite recipes. At this time there are only a few recipes in the database, but we have to start somewhere!

There are 18 categories of recipes in the database, from appetizers to vegetarian dishes. Everybody has a signature dish or two. Please take the time to share it with the world.

The form is very simple to use. But if you have questions or comments send us an email.

CLICK HERE FOR THE RECIPE DATABASE



BASIL
Fresh basil is great, but can be hard to find after the first frost of the year. View Large Version>>
Green, leafy basil awakens more than just culinary senses
Scent evokes basil grown on back porch
On a recent trip to DeVitis Market on Tallmadge Avenue, I stopped dead in my tracks at the front door, took a deep breath and exhaled with a loud ''Ahhh.'' Read the story>>

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School district picks Teacher of the Year

Dorothea Dingle has been named Akron Public Schools' 2007-08 Teacher of the Year

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Reports filed for 11,680 properties in Ohio

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