She says that it was only a small mess, but others argue that it is in the principle that matters. As a mother was preparing to leave a local cafe with her baby, she was approached by a staff member ...

Some people may prefer that dining -- apart from fast food and so-called "family" restaurants -- be an adults-only affair, but you know what? Having a kid doesn't mean that you're content with eating ...

Dishwashing, the B-side to Thanksgiving cooking, can be as satisfying as preparing the feast. There’s a certainty to the outcome, a calm that comes with cleanliness and a definitive end to all the ...

We love our pets, but the messes they make are a different story. Unfortunately, messes are a fact of pet parenthood, and one particular type of mess — the muddy, dirty mess — can be especially ...

Re: “Charges offer a look at how prolific graffiti taggers operate” (Dec. 20, Northwest): It’s about time! I was heartened to read the article about King County prosecutors filing charges against ...

Vinegar is a popular kitchen cleaning agent for multiple reasons. It is a natural and non-toxic solution, yet still powerful enough to effectively clean food grime, grease, stains, and mineral ...

Crowds will be flocking to the local beaches to celebrate the 4th of July. It is one of the busiest days at the beach but also the dirtiest day at the beach with tons of trash left behind. San Diego ...