5 things you should never throw in the recycling bin – Royal Examiner

2022-08-01 14:38:58 By : Ms. Alice liu

Warren County, Town senior citizens victimized by scammers

“Prayer Garden” in Rockland erects marble statue of Christ across from community church

EDA reviews legal, property matters at July meeting

EDA Board Chairman Jeff Browne reacts to July civil litigation results ordering total of over $13.35 million paid to the County Economic Development Authority

Local graduate receives $3000 scholarship from Town’s electric provider American Municipal Power

Boyers updates Town Council on infrastructure projects

Rotary gets the lowdown on plans for downtown Front Royal from Vice-Mayor Cockrell

Despite opposition from FREDA chairman Novak, Town Planning Commission forwards adjusted Data Center proposal

Under-strength County Planning Commission approves tourist rentals and votes to deny sports center permit

Consideration of downtown walking mall concept kicks off during Town Council work session

Town Talk: A conversation with Author Todd Dennick: It Will Come: Alaskan Adventures Pale in Comparison to Surviving Sepsis

Town Talk: A conversation with Dr. Chris Ballenger, Superintendent, Warren County Schools

Town Talk: A conversation with Emily Marlow Beck, Marlow Motors – 75th Anniversary

Town Talk: A conversation with Joanna Naccash, Laura Clark and Susan Schwartz – St. John’s Drama Club

Town Talk: A conversation with Robbie Boyer, Director of Public Works – Front Royal paving projects; job opportunities

Hometown Faces: Meet Scott Reid

Hometown Faces: Meet Suzanne Silek

Hometown Faces: Meet John Marlow

Hometown Faces: Meet Harry Bowen – soon to be 100

WATCH: Faces of Our Valley – Selah Theatre Project, Glory Bea!

Local Republican James Bergida enters race for Virginia Senate District 1

Meet the Candidates: Delores R. Oates, Virginia House of Delegates, District 31

Meet the Candidates: Merritt Hale, US Congress, 6th District

Lance Allen announces candidacy for Virginia’s First Senate District

Meet the Candidates: Robert Hupman announces for Virginia Senate seat in new District 1

Book Signing: A Rebellious Woman by Claire J. Griffin at the Warren Heritage Society

Looking for something fun? Enjoy this musical of Annie Jr this weekend

2022 YES Conference | Finding Your Balance for our high school students

15th annual National Night Out block party to be held Tuesday, August 2nd

This week’s showtimes at Royal Cinemas as of July 28th

EDA Board Chairman Jeff Browne reacts to July civil litigation results ordering total of over $13.35 million paid to the County Economic Development Authority

Jury awards WC EDA $11.9 million-plus in civil compensatory claims against ITFederal and Truc ‘Curt’ Tran

Local man sentenced with misdemeanor sexual battery in Culpeper case

EDA civil liability defendant ‘Curt’ Tran on witness stand for over 4-1/2 hours as trial heads into final day

First day of $11-million EDA vs. ‘Curt’ Tran civil liability trial concludes

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 7/18/2022

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 7/11/2022

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 7/4/2022

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 6/27/2022

POLICE: 7 Day FRPD Arrest Report 6/13/2022

Legal Notice: Hydroelectric application has been filed with the Commission and is available for public inspection

EDA: Request for Qualifications for the provision of debt collection legal services

EDA: Invitation to bid; roof replacement

Special Commissioners Sale Saturday, October 5, 2019: Two adjoining tracts 42 & 41 acres

Town Notice: Road closure – North Commerce Avenue, 6th Street to Royal Avenue; paving continues

Town Notice: Road closure – North Royal Avenue and 6th Street

Town Notice: Paving on North Royal starts July 18

Town Notice: Planning Commission vacancy

Town Notice: Water Quality Annual Report 2021

EDA Board Chairman Jeff Browne reacts to July civil litigation results ordering total of over $13.35 million paid to the County Economic Development Authority

Jury awards WC EDA $11.9 million-plus in civil compensatory claims against ITFederal and Truc ‘Curt’ Tran

EDA civil liability defendant ‘Curt’ Tran on witness stand for over 4-1/2 hours as trial heads into final day

EDA vs. Tran/ITFederal civil liability and counterclaim trial heads into third day with defense poised to call final series of witnesses

First day of $11-million EDA vs. ‘Curt’ Tran civil liability trial concludes

EDA Board Chairman Jeff Browne reacts to July civil litigation results ordering total of over $13.35 million paid to the County Economic Development Authority

Jury awards WC EDA $11.9 million-plus in civil compensatory claims against ITFederal and Truc ‘Curt’ Tran

EDA civil liability defendant ‘Curt’ Tran on witness stand for over 4-1/2 hours as trial heads into final day

EDA vs. Tran/ITFederal civil liability and counterclaim trial heads into third day with defense poised to call final series of witnesses

First day of $11-million EDA vs. ‘Curt’ Tran civil liability trial concludes

Chamber welcomes Garcia & Gavino to Front Royal

Local Senior Center reopens with new location and new name

Quality Title moves to a new home in Front Royal

Grand re-opening & ribbon cutting at Royal Cinemas

NextHome Realty Select re-opens office in Front Royal

Sixth District Perspectives with Congressman Ben Cline – July 29, 2022

Kaine statement on Senate passage of bill to boost domestic chip manufacturing

Warner, Kaine, Wexton, Beyer, Connolly press Biden to raise the detention of Virginian Asim Ghafoor with Emirati government

Senators introduce reforms to the Electoral Count Act of 1887

Sixth District Perspectives with Congressman Ben Cline – July 7, 2022

VSP investigating officer-involved shooting in Shenandoah County

Winchester pain doctor reprimanded following patient death

Public’s assistance requested with missing person

Fauquier Hospital implements new LEAF technology

Shenandoah Area Council rededicates Camp Rock Enon Scout Reservations in honor of longtime Council supporters

Governor Glenn Youngkin declares State of Emergency in response to flooding in Southwest Virginia

AG Miyares sues Biden Administration for threatening to withdraw school nutrition assistance for political agenda

Attorney General Miyares announces $4.25 billion national settlement with opioids maker Teva

Governor Youngkin donates his second-quarter salary to Virginia Veterans Services Foundation

Governor Youngkin commemorates National Hire A Veteran Day in Virginia

Playoff Game 2 : Front Royal Cardinals vs Woodstock River Bandits – July 27

Rescheduled: Front Royal Cardinals vs Strasburg Express – Monday, July 25

Front Royal Cardinals vs Purceville Cannons – Thursday, July 21

Front Royal Cardinals vs New Market Rebels – Sunday, July 24

CANCELED: Valley Baseball League: All Star Game at the “Bing” – Sunday, July 17th

Warren County High School Graduation – Saturday, May 28, 2022

Warren County High School Class of 2021 graduation ceremony

Baccalaureate service for graduating seniors

Skyline vs Warren County: High School Boys basketball game livestreaming February 3, 2021 at 5:45pm

Skyline HS vs Warren County HS: Girls basketball game livestreaming January 8, 2021 at 5:45pm

Skyline High School Graduation – Saturday, May 28, 2022

Skyline High School Class of 2021 Graduation Ceremony

Baccalaureate service for graduating seniors

Skyline vs Independence High School, February 12, 2021 at 6 PM in the third round of the Region 3B Basketball Tournament

Skyline vs James Monroe High School, February 9, 2021 at 6 PM in the second round of the Region 3B Basketball Tournament

Warren County Middle School vs Skyline Middle School – Girls Basketball, October 4, 2021

Warren County Middle School vs Frederick County Middle School – Girls Basketball, September 27, 2021

Warren County Middle School vs Daniel Morgan Middle School – Girls Basketball, September 23, 2021

Warren County Middle School vs Admiral Richard E. Byrd Middle School – Girls Basketball, September 20th, 2021

Warren County Middle School Academic Honors Ceremony – 8th Grade

Warren County Middle School vs Skyline Middle School – Girls Basketball, October 4, 2021

Skyline Middle School Academic Honors Ceremony – 8th Grade

Skyline Middle School Academic Honors Ceremony – 7th Grade

Skyline Middle School Academic Honors Ceremony – 6th Grade

Skyline Middle School vs Daniel Morgan, June 3rd – Girls Volleyball

Hilda J. Barbour Elementary School – 5th Grade Graduation Event

WATCH: E. Wilson Morrison Elementary School – 5th Grade Graduation Parade

WATCH: Ressie Jeffries Elementary School – 5th Grade Graduation Parade

WATCH: Leslie Fox Keyser Elementary School – 5th Grade Graduation Parade

5 reasons you may be struggling to get home insurance

Virginia’s housing market sees sharpest drop in sales since May 2020 

3 reasons to buy an intergenerational home

Real Estate and Community News (June/July 2022) with Jen Avery, REALTOR

3 golden rules for painting your house before selling it

OPEN HOUSE: 159 High Point Court, Front Royal – This Saturday, April 2nd

House for sale: 159 High Point Court, Front Royal

House for sale: 104 Foam Flower, Lake Frederick

Property for sale: 425 N Royal Ave, Front Royal – Watch the tour!

House for sale: 361 Walnut Drive, Front Royal – Watch the tour!

Start your day with a smile

Start your day with a smile

Start your day with a smile

Start your day with a smile

Start your day with a smile

Apple makes big leap into the finance industry

Making sense of bots and algorithms

What to bring to an outdoor festival

To Censor or not to Censor, that is a Difficult Question

The Cracked Acorn: The Foot Step

The Cracked Acorn: Three Crosses

The Cracked Acorn: Years Pass

Should I Choose Passion or Duty?

Why we should be ‘Babyish’ in Love

The School of Life: How to Stop Playing Games in Love

The School of Life: How You Can Be Too Clever

Looking Back: A Mothers Revenge – Hannah Duston

Ben Franklin and his miraculous lightning rod

The Year Without A Summer : “Eighteen Hundred & Froze To Death”

America’s veterans remembered and honored for their service across the years

How much do you know about Veterans Day?

5 meaningful ways to celebrate Veterans Day

5 ways to celebrate Veterans Day

The 11hour of the 11th day of the 11th month – Veterans Day 2020

2022 YES Conference | Finding Your Balance for our high school students

Marlow Motors 75 Acts of Kindness extends to the House of Hope

Real Estate and Community News (June/July 2022) with Jen Avery, REALTOR

Together let’s make our community beautiful

Clubs and Community come together to keep our Greenway clean

Help replenish the blood supply after holiday weekend

Community Blood Drive to be held this Wednesday, March 3rd

Santa Claus is coming to Town, Warren County!

A “COVID Christmas” message from Santa

“Wreaths Across America Day” will be celebrated December 19th

Warren Heritage Society announces the publication of their newest book, “Coming Together”

Send bracelets to quarantined residents of Commonwealth Assisted Living in Front Royal through WeAreSPACE.org

Warren’s Heritage: Native American History-Part 10

Warren’s Heritage: Native American History-Part 9

Warren’s Heritage: Native American History-Part 8

Breakfast with Barry Lee – Dishing out ample servings of positivity, humor, and community spirit.

Savings interest rates may rise slowly

From farming to mapping the world: Meet Gladys West

The history of Independent Retailer Month

In pursuit of the well-trimmed lawn

Brick-by-brick: How LEGO solved financial struggles

3 interesting jobs in senior residences

Do you have what it takes to be a sprinkler fitter?

Career change: Why you should consult a career counselor

How to get more responses to your job ads

3 ways to make homemade ice cream

Indulge in summer street food

No time, no problem: Stir-together five bean salad

5 of the best draft horse breeds

How will climate change impact agriculture?

How will climate change impact agriculture?

4 symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

How a school psychologist can help your child

Word games boost cognitive health

4 tips to prevent swimmer’s ear

Fitness trackers: Your coach or your evil taskmaster?

5 things you should never throw in the recycling bin

How to choose the right ceiling fan for your home

Credit reporting changes in July

News from home: One easy way to get mosquitoes gone

Bed frames: a buying guide

4 symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

What you need to know about compression stockings

Photography: more than a hobby

How seniors can deter thieves and prevent muggings

Do you know Louis Braille?

5 tips for camping in your backyard

3 ways to have fun with soap bubbles

How well do you know your summer sports?

Nature quiz: find the odd one out

What you need to know about head pressing in pets

Can you teach your dog to speak?

Adopting a pet duck: what you need to know

“I need to eat every three hours”

“Despite my name, I’m not from Guinea!”

How to prepare for a solo trip

5 good reasons to book your cruise early

How to pack your vehicle for a road trip

How to clean your tires and wheels

Is it safe for young children to sit in the front seat?

Fleet managers turn to electric cars

What to do when your engine overheats

Independence Day quiz: patriotic quotes

Why Independence Day is celebrated on July 4

The Declaration of Independence: What Does it Say?

The surprisingly messy history of flag cake

Today, many people want to help curb climate change and do as much as possible to limit their waste. Recycling is a big part of that process. However, did you know that many common household products can’t be recycled? Keep these items in mind the next time you’re shopping.

1. Aerosol cans. Although made of metal, aerosol cans are considered hazardous waste if any amount of liquid remains inside.

2. Batteries. Batteries contain toxic heavy metals. Therefore, you can’t throw them in with your regular trash or toss them in the recycling bin. You must send old batteries to a facility that can safely process them.

3. Brightly colored paper. You may think all paper is recyclable. However, the brilliantly colored paper contains dyes that can contaminate the recycling process and taint the color of new paper products. Instead, put colored paper in your compost bin.

4. Pizza boxes. Cardboard is recyclable as it is. However, if it’s covered in oil, grease, and melted cheese, you can’t put it in the recycling bin.

5. Pottery and ceramics. Old coffee mugs, dishware, and flowerpots are different from glass items and can’t be readily recycled. If you have unwanted, unbroken ceramic items, donate them to your local thrift shop.

Always check the rules and regulations of your local recycling program to ensure it accepts what you put in your bin.

How to choose the right ceiling fan for your home

The ceiling fan is a simple and economical solution for cooling a room in the summertime, circulating the air in winter, and possibly even providing lighting. Here are a few tips to help you choose the most suitable model for your space.

Blades The greater the angle of incline, the more powerful the device’s motor will be. The diameter of the fan blades also impacts its efficiency. Consequently, the length of the fan blades must correspond to the size of the room. It’s less important how many blades there are on the fan; it’s more important that their size is compatible with the space in your room.

Downrod Ensure the distance between the fan and the floor is about seven or eight feet. If your ceiling is more than nine-feet high, you must choose a fan with a longer downrod so you can set the blades to an appropriate height from the floor.

Activation You can choose from several control options to adjust the fan’s speed. For example, if you choose a wall switch, you must install an electrical connection. However, you can also find models that come with a remote control or manual chain that hangs from the device.

Style This decision depends entirely on your taste. However, make sure the fan you choose matches other elements and materials in the room, like the metal on the door handles and light fixtures. Keep in mind that lacquered blades are easy to clean, which you’ll appreciate if you’re installing the fan in the kitchen.

Lighting You can also integrate your lighting directly into your fan and replace the bulbs as needed. If you choose this option, make your selection according to the types of bulbs you prefer.

Installing a ceiling fan or light fixture is subject to regional regulations and may require a permit. Therefore, it’s best to trust a licensed electrician to safely install your fan in compliance with building standards.

Anyone who has struggled to pay off medical bills will get a boost this July as medical credit reporting changes.

Among the changes announced by all three major credit reporting agencies (Equifax, Experian, Transunion):

The credit agencies say the medical debts don’t provide an accurate picture of whether a person regularly pays his or her bills.

The mosquito is probably the most reviled pest in the world, spreading disease and leaving itchy bites, but here is a cheap idea for getting them out of your space: Use a fan.

Mosquitoes are weak fliers who just can’t compete with wind. If you don’t want to worry about chemical vapors or open flames, buy a big fan to blow the mosquitoes off course. It really works, plus you get a nice, cooling breeze — a perfect solution for a hot, humid summer evening.

If you are moving around, though, insect repellent works well. Active ingredients like DEET and picaridin are the gold standard for keeping mosquitoes at bay and work for about 10 hours at a time. Essential oil-based bug sprays — like those containing oil of lemon eucalyptus — also deter pests, but not quite as well or for as long, so be prepared to reapply as directed.

Citronella candles look nice, but as a mosquito repellent, their performance is modest at best, with a small effective radius.

Bug zappers are not effective against mosquitoes and can kill valuable pollinators.

In addition to providing the comfort you need for a good night’s sleep, your bed frame helps prolong the life of your mattress and box spring. Here are three things to consider when buying a new bed frame.

1. Type Standard wood and metal bed frames require the addition of a box spring to support your mattress. However, some models let you place your mattress directly on the frame. If you want to avoid buying a box spring, choose a frame with a slat system or a platform-type base.

2. Height You can choose the height of your bed base according to your preferences and needs. If it’s not adjustable, be sure to consider the dimensions of your mattress to get a good idea of how high your bed will be. If you don’t check beforehand, you may need to adjust the legs of the bed to achieve a suitable height. If you need more storage space, opt for an elevated base or a bed frame with built-in compartments.

3. Style Whether you opt for wood, metal, or a quilted fabric finish, select a shade to match the other elements in your room. A trendy headboard can also add some character to your bedroom.

Visit your local furniture stores to seek out the perfect bed frame for you.

In large parts of the U.S., late-summer heat is no joke, and even the most heat-friendly garden crops like tomatoes and peppers can get cranky during a serious heat wave. But with some smart short and long-term solutions, your garden can survive the heat and stay green and productive.

If you long to see a bright yellow and black goldfinch, getting one or more to visit your backyard feeder is not that difficult. All you need is a bag of thistle seeds.

The males are yellow with black trim and the females are olive-toned yellow. Watch for them.

The adult birds put on a show as they gather seeds from thistle and zinnias, cosmos, bee balm, liatris, and coreopsis.

Goldfinches love thistle seeds, also known as nyjer, and sunflower seeds. The seed makes up almost their entire diet. They will regularly visit backyard feeders and appreciate having a birdbath close by.

Backyard birders see them across most of the United States and southern Canada.

They are among the latest nesting birds. In late summer, they collect thistledown to line their nests and raise four to six young, feeding them a partially digested substance called “canary milk.”

Both the male and female feed the baby birds.

Goldfinches may sing “per-chick-o-ree” with each flap of their wings as they fly. In winter, they may sing “se-mee, se-mee” and other pretty twittering songs.

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