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Actress Sharon Stone has sold a seven-bedroom compound in the Beverly Crest area for $6.575 million. The buyer is producer Lili Zanuck, widow of film producer Richard Zanuck.

Health Canada warns of dangers if kids ingest the scented oils

Dear Condo Smarts: A few weeks ago, you wrote an article about who was responsible for the water delivery lines in townhouse units.

There have been plenty of folks snickering about this front-page story from The Chapel Hills News: "CARRBORO - Roy Mars was peeing in his compost last weekend - it adds nitrogen - when he looked up and saw something streak across the sky.

With budgets getting tighter, Canadians find outlet in crafting

A charcuterie and cheese plate is a no-cook appetizer that's perfect when you're pressed for time. Simply shop, plate, then sit back, relax and enjoy a festive bevvie while your guests graze. Tips: ? The more meat you offer, the more people will eat.

Beverage expert blends business with her passion for Jane Austen

Ours is a two-frypan family. (I use the term "family" loosely: we are me, my co-chef and co-writer, Chris, and Harry the dog. And Harry really isn't into frypan issues except at clean-up time).

These stocking stuffers will please the foodie in the family

Dear doctors: A friend of mine has a son who has always had trouble taking pills. To allow him to take his meds, his mom dissolves any pills in water, and then he can drink them with no problem.