Tiffany's Table: Mom's cooking lessons

"Dinner is ready when the smoke alarm goes off."

Tucson Oddity: We've reached the end, oddly

What a long, odd trip it's been.

Meet Gallaudet University president in Tucson today

T. Alan Hurwitz, president of Gallaudet University — the Washington, D.C., university for people who are deaf and hard of hearing — will be in Tucson today for an open house at the Community Outreach Program for the Deaf, 268 W. Adams St.

Tiffany's Table: Warm memory can be best of ingredients

When people are gone, we often regret having not spent enough time with them. That's one regret I don't have when it comes to my Grandma Alice, who died several years ago.

More than matzo: ideas for Passover

Complying with the dietary restrictions that are part of Passover, which begins at sundown Monday, can sound complicated, but it doesn't have to be.

Dorothy Finley: 'A life well-lived' in Tucson community

Dorothy Hunt Finley, a retired educator and beer distributor who poured her considerable energy - and money - into dozens of community-minded Tucson causes, died Wednesday. She was 92.

Tucson philanthropist and businesswoman Dorothy Finley dies

Dorothy Hunt Finley, a retired educator and owner of a successful beer distributorship who poured her considerable energy — and money — into dozens of philanthropic causes in Tucson, died Wednesday. She was 92.

Tiffany's Table: out of the past comes the 'mold'

Three Dog Night's "Joy to the World" was tops on the Billboard charts.

Friends, family help open, carry on late artist's show

After Earl Wettstein died three weeks ago, his friends were certain of one thing: His show must go on.

Neighborhood Briefs

Gifts sought for aged on fixed incomes

Catalina Village looking for furniture to fill needs of the disabled, seniors

After an unprecedented outpouring of support from Tucsonans, Catalina Village, an assisted-living complex for indigent seniors and disabled people, is asking for a little more help - not out of greed, but of need.

Furniture drive for low-income Tucson seniors is today and Saturday

After an unprecedented outpouring of support from Tucsonans, Catalina Village, an assisted-living complex for indigent seniors and disabled people, is asking for a little more help — not out of greed, but of need.

Readers dish on restaurant faves

When it comes to restaurants, the east side's cup runneth over. And so doth its plate.

Oro Valley to host national swim championship in 2014

Oro Valley will host the 2014 U.S. National Synchronized Swimming Championships, according to a press release from the town. The event will be April 8–12, 2014, at the Oro Valley Aquatic Center, which is undergoing a $5 million renovation and expansion.

East side has so much to offer

My parents have long yearned to move to Tucson from Sierra Vista, the relatively small burg the Kjos family has occupied since the early 19802.

Trico customers can order low-water-use trees for fall delivery

There’s no such thing as too many trees in the Sonoran Desert.

Food drive is an effort between folks in Oro Valley, Marana

You hear a lot about “regional efforts,” but perhaps don’t see very many examples of them. Well, here’s one: The Oro Valley Fire Department is teaming up with Oro Valley Ace Hardware to help the Marana Community Food Bank.

Special-needs pets up for adoption this weekend

If you think it’s tough to adopt out a healthy cat or dog, imagine trying to find a home for one with an illness, minor behavioral problem or other challenge.

Workshop for business owners will offer tips on handling stress

If you’re a business owner who does not experience stress, stop reading this.

Students will see new staffers at Green Fields

Green Fields Country Day School has several new staffers, and a new head of school.

Credit union to celebrate 'grand reopening' Tuesday

If you’re tired of hearing about the dismal economy, here’s some bright business news: Arizona State Credit Union is celebrating its Oracle Road branch expansion with a “grand reopening” Tuesday, starting with a ribbon-cutting at 11:30 a.m.

Read popular Northwest Star columnist's writings online

The Northwest Star's newest columnist, Alexis Powers, is generating lots of buzz. Her weekly writings are getting many email responses from readers, so apparently they have wide appeal.

Rock'n Babies moves into bigger digs

A locally owned place to buy, sell and trade children’s clothing and accessories has moved — but not far.

Daily news and features, just for northwest Tucsonans

Welcome to the new Northwest News blog.

Craycroft/River intersection changing

Two construction projects at the long-vacant southeast corner of Craycroft and River roads will be complete in August.

Changes afoot at Craycroft/River

Two construction projects at the long-vacant southeast corner of Craycroft and River roads will be complete in August.

Four-legged friends take over plaza

Casas Adobes Plaza often bustles with shoppers and diners, but Saturday it had another element: pooches.

Outstanding volunteer

Al Trice, who just last summer stepped down from the Catalina Community Services board of directors, helped found the nonprofit.

Horse-rescue group plans encore tack sale

Sunday's rain probably contributed to a relatively low turnout at a fundraiser for a local horse-rescue group, but it didn't dampen the event organizers' enthusiasm - they plan to hold it again this coming Sunday.