Community Spirit
It was Nate’s job to restore the failing pub – but it wasn’t going to be an easy task!
Cheddar Cheese Sausages
Just add some potato wedges, a side of salad and this dish is good to go!
1990 doesn’t seem that long ago, does it? But as this cover of a PF Special from that year shows, things have moved on quite a bit in 27 years! Have you ever had a go at making a soft toy?
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Ilamula House, Home For Neglected Children
Ilamula House is a home for abused, abandoned, neglected and orphaned children in Johannesburg, South Africa. It’s a place that…
Story Starter: Sunrise, Or Sunset?
Now, I know if this is a sunrise or a sunset because I remember where I was when I took…
Garden Solutions: Getting Rid Of Pests – Part 2
Expert Kris Collins shares his tips for dealing with garden pests. It’s best to nip potential problems in the bud…
Hold On To Hope And Dance Without Music
Sometimes music can make us want to get up and dance – although decorum may compel us to sit still…
Ask The Health Expert
Julie Robinson, Fitness Advisor from www.moveitorloseit.co.uk, is here to help. Q. I sometimes find it difficult to reach down and get…
Your Guide To Equity Release – Updated
Read the “Friend” guide to Equity Release. Is it right for you?
Garden Solutions: Getting Rid Of Pests – Part 1
Expert Kris Collins shares his tips for dealing with garden pests. It’s best to nip potential problems in the bud…
Do Not Fear Failure
Walt Disney was sacked by his employers at the newspaper where he worked because they said he had no imagination. The…
Processed Food That’s Good For You!
Processed foods have had a lot of bad press recently, especially around the levels of trans fats in pastries and…
Diana: An intimate portrait
There are not many events when I can remember where I was at the time that they happened, but the…
The August Garden Checklist – Part 2
August is an important time for every gardener – preparing plants for winter and harvesting ripened fruits before the dawn…
1 of 5 copies of Ruth Hamilton’s “Daughters of Penny Lane”
In our July 22 issue we feature the new novel by the late Ruth Hamilton, “Daughters of Penny Lane”, another…
No Room For Envy
You envy someone’s lifestyle? It’s tempting, it is true, To count another’s blessings And wish you had them, too. But…
Get Up, Get Out and Lift Your Mood
It’s very easy to fall into a bit of a downer. We all have our bad days and occasionally need a…
Diana – An Intimate Portrait 20 Years On
I’ve noticed that many of our readers are huge fans of Princess Diana. So I thought I’d let you all in…
“If Vicki didn’t come to see me life wouldn’t be so pleasant”
Ninety-year-old Sheila has lived on her own since her husband died. She needed treatment following a stroke and volunteer Vicki…
“I get satisfaction from knowing I’ve made someone happy”
Vera, who’s eighty-nine, has been a widow for a long time, but after her husband died her son stayed with…
The Royal Voluntary Service
Every month the Royal Voluntary Service helps 100,000 older people in England, Scotland and Wales get the best out of…
“You feel there’s someone there for you”
Ninety-three-year-old Zillah lives in Teeside, in the home she shared with Tommy, her husband of 64 years. During World War…
“It’s an act of love, and it is very fulfilling”
Lionel, eighty-three, lives near Abergavenny in Wales and teaches music. He became a volunteer after reading an article about the…
The Silver Line’s founder, Dame Esther Rantzen, explains why she was motivated to start the charity.
There is an epidemic of loneliness among older people in this country. It’s an epidemic hidden by stigma, pride, and…
Fiction Sneak Peek: August 19, 2017 issue
This is the illustration for Eirin Thompson’s story “That Fairground Attraction”, and shows Rosie and Jake falling in love on…
“I’m so glad I’ve joined. I really look forward to my Sunday afternoons”
A retired nurse, Bunty is fortunate enough to have two children and three grandchildren, as well as seven great-grandchildren and…
Contact the Elderly
Contact the Elderly has been changing lives through its simple formula of tea, cake and companionship for more than fifty…
Gardening In Small Spaces And Maintaining Summer Colour
Expert Kris Collins looks at the best late season performers for extending summer colour. Vibrant summer displays are what gardening…
Love Thy Neighbour And Be Loved in Return
Imagine if someone opened a bank account in your name and paid into it regularly. The only stipulation would be…
Soothing And Relieving Dry Skin
Everyone’s skin becomes thinner and drier with age, and dry skin tends to be rough and itchy. Here are some…
Changing Seasons In A Broken Climate
It was a warm, sunny day when I strolled by a dying bumble bee on my way home from the office. Staring…
Ask John Stoa, Our Gardening Expert!
Even the most experienced gardeners need a little advice sometimes… especially from a gardening expert! Our gardening guru, John Stoa,…
Time Well Spent
From early days, we’re often told Not to waste time at play, That life is far too serious To fritter…
Lost Your Get Up And Go?
If you’re feeling tired all the time and you’ve lost your get up and go, you might want to consider…
The “Friend’s” Favourite Five
I’ve been SUPER busy on our website over the last week, making sure there’s lots of quality content for you…
Story Starter: Sheep
It happened again: I ran out of Friday. But here it is: your story starter image for this week. Sheep….
Grounded In Perth
I was kind of grounded today, having booked my car in for a service at Perth. As it would only…
The August Garden Checklist – Part 1
August is an important time for every gardener – preparing plants for winter and harvesting ripened fruits before the dawn…
Cover Story – The Original Queensferry Crossing
The August 12 cover featured the fantastic Queensferry Crossing – the ground-breaking and long-awaited new bridge spanning the Firth of…
Every Cloud Should Have A Rainbow
There’s nothing brighter or more beautiful on a rainy day than a big rainbow. They are simply stunning with their…
Fight Sleep Deprivation And Sleep Tight
We’ve all experienced a terrible night’s sleep. But when that becomes your nightly routine, it can seriously affect your daily…
Do Moisturisers Work And What Do You All Use?
Actress Helen Mirren caused a bit of a stir recently when she said that moisturising creams don’t work. We posted…
Special 144 is on sale now!
Neil McAllister enjoys summer in Paris, while Gillian Thorton visits the coastal town that inspired J.M.W. Turner and Jo Ahern…
