Typically, the onset of spring marks the beginning of the allergy season with the pollen of ash, birch, elm, hickory and other trees wafting through the air. Late spring and summer bring problems with grasses. Summer and fall continue the agony with numerous weeds such as burdock, ragweed (goldenrod) and […]
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Did you know? With the back-to-school season nearing, post-secondary students throughout Canada are preparing for campus/off-campus move-in day. Current estimates show that over 2 million students are enrolled in Canadian colleges and universities this year. Safety tips for students Campus/off-campus life brings plenty of new experiences, but staying safe should […]
The oak tree is a symbol of strength, of endurance; “the mighty oak”, as it has been referenced in many a poem. The oak was a sacred symbol in ancient cultures, universally considered to have “unyielding strength”, not from being rigid, but rather with a deep resilience, a patience, representing […]
There will be Bingo at the newly remodelled Dance Hall on August 6. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Players must be 18 years of age to play. The Dance Hall fundraising committee and volunteers are having a walleye fish fry on Sunday, August 30, from 4-6 p.m. Walleye, salads, baked […]
This past fall, we looked to buy a new car manufactured by KIA. We were very pleased with our current vehicle, but it was now eight years old. We went to a dealer in Thunder Bay and another in Calgary, only to be told that the vehicle was no longer […]
The last week of July has arrived! Today is our big Crop Day in the District. We have to do some quick pivoting because our specialist didn’t feel they should be travelling to the Northwest because of the fires. They felt that they would be using resources that are needed […]
Farmers often use a forage crop to add nutrients back into their soil. A forage crop is an excellent way for a home gardener to also add nutrients and rehabilitate their soil. It is a great method for adding organic material to a garden and dealing with difficult soils such […]
The Dance Hall fundraising committee and volunteers will be hosting a walleye fish fry on Sunday, Aug 30 from 4-6 p.m. Advance tickets are available at Devlin’s Store, Cloverleaf Grocers and General Supply. Tickets will also be available at the door. Adult meals are $25, kids 7-12 years $15 and […]
Did you know? Between 2012 and 2021, Canada experienced 896 recreational boating-related fatalities, averaging nearly 90 deaths annually. This data comes from the “Recreational Boating-Related Fatalities in Canada, 2012–2021 Report.” Tragedy on the water: Key findings in recreational boating-related fatalities The vast majority of recreational boating injuries are preventable. Despite […]
Some members of my family are here visiting with me, which is the most wonderful gift anyone can receive. Two daughters are tucked into my wee home and a grandson whom I call “George” (not his actual name) and he calls me “Denise,” for which neither of us can provide […]
I’d like to think that when no one is watching, I morph into a model of productivity and discipline and for the most part, that is a true statement. I am a mission on a mission, and I can burn the pants off a project all by myself. When no […]
Spending decades at the nexus and intersection of cultural traditions and education can certainly conjure significant reflection. Lately, conjuring has been active. Lively, even. The last few decades in Canada have seen an emphasis on traditional education. On one level, I understand this focus due to damage, turbulence and aims […]
