First, in case you hadn’t noticed, the drought in the district of the past year has ended—I think. That out of the way, let’s look at the wonders of modern plumbing: the hot shower. You are worn out, tired, sore, dirty, and there is nothing quite like a long, hot […]
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How sharp are your powers of observation? Research tells us that you can keep your mental skills sharp by using them. Here’s a little exercise you can try. When out strolling the town, look closely at the properties and then guess how old or what generation the folks are that […]
I rescued it from the trash can . . . for the third time. My old grey sweater has been my favourite chilly day companion for many a decade. It is not only comfortable, it is “natty”—just the kind of casual attire fit for the retired small-town gentleman. “Natty, my […]
I thought there was a U.N. prohibition on the laying of land mines. But no, as the snow and ice recedes from the roads and sidewalks every spring, there they are. In these fresh spring days, with the sun finally shining and things starting to melt, I like to stroll […]
With entertaining season upon us, I want to share with you one of our favourite recipes perfect for a buffet or cocktail party—or serve it with rice for a main course as this recipe makes an abundant amount of sauce. By the way, ground chuck is available at your local […]
By Pastor Sean Ward The Apostolic Way While sitting in the coffee room some months ago, looking over the stacks of newspapers which had accumulated throughout the week, a cloud of misery seemed to drift over me as I took in report after report of evil intent, broken hearts, and […]
Submitted by DriveWise Oh, December—the month when days are short, roads are snowy, and your mood is expected to be light and cheery. There’s shopping, visiting, and entertaining. It is a time that often can feel overwhelming and a bit insane. But try not to let the insanity affect your […]
By Robin McCormick Devlin correspondent Bill and Nel Godin from Lake Despair Lodge are all set to go with the annual “Castin’ for Cash” Bass Tournament. A total of 55 teams have signed up all hoping to have the biggest total after two days of bass fishing. Weigh-ins begin Friday […]
Auditor General Michael Ferguson tabled a scathing report in Parliament last week that said the Harper Conservatives did not conduct an open and fair selection process for replacing the aging CF-18 fighters. It also noted the government did not know how much the new F-35 would cost when it was […]
There is some thought today that computers, smartphones, iPods, and iPads have isolated people who seldom talk with each other any more. There are now more cellphones in the world than there have ever been landlines. In some households, the landlines have disappeared and all that remains are the cellphones […]
Last week, our region’s tourism industry was blindsided by news that the three provincially-funded tourist information centres in our region would close permanently this spring. This decision is unacceptable, misguided, and needs to be reversed immediately—and I am fully committed to fighting this decision using all means necessary. The Ministry […]
On Saturday, my college kid and I filled 126 plastic eggs with goodies and hid them outside in the farmyard. The little peppers and their moms, along with my parents, were expected for Easter dinner that night and the first-annual “Granny’s Easter Egg Hunt.” Easter this year was an extra […]
