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When individuals or families think about destinations that are fundamental to the origins of the United States of America, cities like Boston or Philadelphia usually comes to mind, not Saratoga County in upstate New York. However, the area is rich in historical parks and areas of interest for the fan of American history.

We all have “extra junk” in our closets or garage --- a box of unused canning jars or lumber leftover from a recent home improvement project. Don't let these unused items take up valuable storage space and gather dust.  Instead, why not “upcycle” them? “Upcycling” is the process of turning seemingly useless items into something useful again. Here are a few of our favorite “upcycling” ideas.

Everybody talks about downsizing when they reach a certain age or family size. What are the signs that downsizing is right for you? We’ve investigated and interviewed and come up with some top cues that might make your decision easier.

The holidays can be stressful, and not just on you, but also on your house. Hosting various holiday parties, with an abundance of wrapping paper and other semi destroyed holiday items or decorations, can really lead to a reason to deep clean and sanitize your home.  The New Year is a great time to start this process since its right after the holidays; even some cultures consider the start of the New Year as the ideal time for that deep cleaning. Many families find that cleaning their house at the start of the New Year dispels any bad luck accumulated over the year and a way to start afresh. Either to dispense of bad luck or simply because the holidays are over, here are a couple pointers for tackling that much needed deep cleaning:

Employing 1,272 locally, Momentive Performance Materials is a global leader in silicones and advanced materials.

Obviously, with its growing economic and top ranked schools, Saratoga County is a great place to raise a family. Apart from this are Saratoga County’s amenities and resources for families or individuals looking to live a green and organic lifestyle. Here are a couple of resources available to Saratoga County residents looking for a healthier lifestyle.

The Walt Disney World Railroad station in Main Street USA was modeled after the former Victorian railroad depot that once served downtown Saratoga Springs. A Disney World resort, Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, was inspired by Victorian-era Saratoga Springs. The 28th Victorian Streetwalk will take place in Saratoga Springs December 4, 2014, beginning with a holiday tree-lighting ceremony at 6 pm and a visit from Santa. It's all-free. Get more info here.

With retirement around the corner, or if your kids are (finally) making their way into the world on their own, you might be thinking about downsizing. A new home, a simpler and less-cluttered life, and time to devote to YOU -- all of these possibilities might sound crazy-attractive.

When buying a new home or shopping for new appliances, homeowners are always hearing the phrase “Energy Star Appliance.” Rather than being a marketing strategy to get people to purchase new appliances, the Energy Star Rating and program was created in 1992 by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Nestled in the Adirondack Mountains, in the town of Wilton, NY is Grant’s Cottage. The cottage is best known as the final residence of Ulysses S. Grant, the 18^th President of the United States and General of the Union Army during the American Civil War.