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It’s that time again! The Valley knows where to go when it comes to great food - and we are here to make sure everyone knows it! Here’s how it works: Tell us who YOU think has the best in the categories below for the Upper Perkiomen Valley! The Community Connection will tally up all responses received and issue Best of Certificates to our readers favorites. One lucky entry will be randomly picked to receive a $100.00 gift certificate to Weis Markets! It’s that simple! Let’s tell everyone who has the Best of the Best in The Upper Perkiomen Valley!

Best Pizza: ��������������������������������������������������������������������� Best Cheese Steak: �������������������������������������������������������������� Best Hamburger: ���������������������������������������������������������������� Best Wings: ��������������������������������������������������������������������� Best Coffee: �������������������������������������������������������������������� Best Dessert: ������������������������������������������������������������������� Best Hoagie: �������������������������������������������������������������������� Best Soup: ���������������������������������������������������������������������� Best Ice Cream: ����������������������������������������������������������������� Best Breakfast: ������������������������������������������������������������������ Best Family Restaurant/Cafe: ����������������������������������������������������� Best Dining out Restaurant: ������������������������������������������������������� Best French Fries: ��������������������������������������������������������������� Best Onion Rings: ��������������������������������������������������������������� Best Pastries: ������������������������������������������������������������������� Best Atmosphere: ��������������������������������������������������������������� Best Tavern/Bar: ����������������������������������������������������������������� Best Chinese Food: �������������������������������������������������������������� Best Health Food: ��������������������������������������������������������������� Best Smoothie: ������������������������������������������������������������������ Best Milkshake: ���������������������������������������������������������������� One winner will be drawn at random to receive a $100 gift certificate to Weis Markets !

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All information needs to be filled in - Name, address, phone number to be counted. Be fair - even if you love a certain restaurant, not all restaurants sell pizza, or serve breakfast.., make sure you vote for the best. All categories need to be written in. Writing one name on the top line and putting an arrow through every line will not count towards the vote. In the event of a tie, each winner will receive an award and recognition. Contest winners will be drawn at random and notified via phone. Winners will be published in an upcoming issue. Culinary Award Winners will be awarded a certificate suitable for framing, and winners will be announced in the April issue.

Be sure to watch the April issue to see if your favorite won!

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Congratulations on making it to 2026! The beginning of a new year is your chance to reset your financial habits.

While resolutions often fade by February, implementing a few strategic money moves now can create lasting benefits throughout the year.

Audit Your Subscriptions and Recurring Expenses

Start by reviewing every subscription and automatic payment hitting your accounts. That streaming service you forgot about or the gym membership you haven’t used in months could be costing you hundreds annually.

Boost Your Emergency Fund

If 2025 taught us anything, it’s that unexpected expenses always find a way to appear. Aim to build or replenish your emergency fund to cover three to six months of essential expenses. Even setting aside an extra $50-100 per paycheck can make a significant difference. Try automating these transfers so the money moves before you’re tempted to spend it.

The beginning of a new year is your chance to reset your financial habits.

Implementing a few strategic money moves now can create lasting benefits throughout the year.

Maximize Your Retirement Contributions

With a fresh year ahead, now’s the time to increase your 401(k) or IRA contributions, even by just one or two percent. Thanks to compound interest, even small increases may have big impacts if you start early. For 2026, IRA and 401(k) contribution limits have increased, so take advantage of the additional room if your budget allows.

Review and Rebalance Your Investment Portfolio

Market fluctuations throughout the previous year may have shifted your asset allocation away from your target. Rebalancing is a strategy that can ensure your portfolio maintains the risk level appropriate for your goals and timeline. This process involves selling assets that have grown beyond their target price and reinvesting in those that have decreased, helping manage overall portfolio risk.

Tackle High-Interest Debt Strategically Credit card debt is particularly costly, carrying interest rates that can often exceed 20%. Create a payoff plan using either the avalanche method (targeting highest interest rates first) or the snowball method (paying off smallest balances first for psychological wins).

Update Your Financial Goals Finally, revisit your short and long-term financial objectives. Keep the list as short as possible, so you aren’t spread too thin. Whether you’re saving for a home, planning a major purchase, or working toward financial independence, write down specific, measurable goals with realistic timelines. Breaking a larger goal into monthly milestones makes them feel more achievable and keeps you motivated.

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Is Fido getting fluffy or fat? It’s important to use an 8-ounce measuring cup to ensure your dog isn’t taking in more calories than he needs. No more eyeballing meals. Try not to free feed by keeping food in the bowl all day. Older pets and those who have been neutered usually have lower energy needs than young, intact dogs. Choosing a diet specifically tailored to your dog’s life stage is a great way to keep them at optimal weight.

Yearly examinations by your veterinarian are a key component of good preventive care. Many medical conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, or obesity are common in aging dogs and much easier to manage when detected in the early stages of the disease process. Veterinary visits are also the perfect time to ask questions, for advice or to update your dog’s food intake.

Brushing your dog’s coat serves many purposes. It removes excess fur from the coat, reducing the amount you find on your clothes and furniture. Less vacuuming is always a plus for me. It helps distribute oils from the skin to the fur keeping the coat shiny and healthy. Daily grooming is a good way to find bumps, lumps, or boo-boos.

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