(NEXSTAR) – If spring means rapid-fire sneezes and anger-inducing eye itchiness, there’s a decent chance you’ve heard that consuming raw local honey can help combat seasonal allergies. “If eating ...

Ah, our “secret season” is cherished by locals for its crisp air, fewer crowds, and a serene atmosphere between the busy and winter months. But the glitch is, cold season is an unwelcome visitor.

Honey is typically harvested in North Jersey in summer. There can be as many as 60,000 honeybees in a single colony. Backyard beekeepers sell their honey online, in stores and at farmers markets. Like ...