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LIVING TODAY  


   A few ideas to consider before you refinance
Alan J. Heavens | Today's column originally was a screed about Philadelphia's property-tax increases. Next week's column was also on that topic. But I found that writing them, then throwing them out, cured what was bothering me, and I feel much better.

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   Day trip diVINE
Spend an afternoon in Pa. wine country.


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   Minority scholarship program
The Philadelphia Inquirer and the Daily News are seeking help from area teachers in finding top minority high school students for scholarships that total $40,000 each.

IN GARDENING  


   Learn & grow
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