I have a birthday this week, but I’m not getting a year older.

This is a fairy tale as told by a journalist addled by too much government-speak, cop-speak and nonprofit agency-speak.

The answer is, you can’t know without trying. Microsoft has apparently decided not to produce a list of applications that don’t work well with its new version of Windows Vista.

Just as you want to look your best on Easter Sunday, you want your home to look its best for visiting friends and your own use and enjoyment.

Recently, with the day's work done, I finally settled into my recliner chair in what they call the family room out here, and what I'll always call the parlor.

Welcome once again to the Senior Corner.

For most of the boating salmon fishermen, the season outside the Golden Gate and most of the coast opens Saturday.

Mick Fleetwood, founder of the legendary Fleetwood Mac rock band, has put his name on a wine brand and is touring Costco stores around Northern California to promote them.

We've heard plenty of stories about other people's bicycling accidents since Cheryl's tumble was spotlighted in last Sunday's column. It's an age-old story, apparently: Have bike, will fall.

It’s one of those warm and fuzzy romantic tales with a happily ever after tag line.

Dear Len & Rosie,

Following its impressive first year Festival del Sole will return to Napa Valley July 13-22.

Whether it is a high interest trust deed, sub-prime loans, or just a loan to a relative, beware. There are unscrupulous individuals who would love to get your hard-earned money. You say it can’t happen. Not here, or not to me? Don’t be so sure.