I was hosting a dinner party for our usual bunch last week, and was searching the cellar for a nice white wine to pair with the garlic shrimp appetizers. ...
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Columnists - Nick Jeffrey
Men Are From Mars(anne)
Columnists - Steve King
Responsibilities of dog ownership
So you’ve made the decision to get a dog. You’ve researched which breed makes sense for your family, lifestyle and budget and today is the big day...
Columnists - Leela Aheer
MLA report April 25
Hello Chestermere! I want to start this off by saying THANK YOU! I am unbelievably overwhelmed and honoured to represent you again for the next 4 years. I am...
Columnists - Preston Pouteaux
Spent
Doing good, loving others, sharing your life, and caring deeply is costly work. Sometimes we do not realize how much we’ve expended on others until...
Columnists - Nick Jeffrey
International Whisk(e)y Day
This past March 27 was a day filled with both solemnity and mirth, as well as no small amount of whisky. For those not in the know, March 27 was the 11th...
Columnists - Preston Pouteaux
Getting Out and Building Up
We have everything we need to build something amazing here in Chestermere. You were born with curiosity and the ability to create, to mend, to nurture, and to...
Columnists - Baljinder Sull
The Benefits of Play
When was the last time you got out to play? I mean really play? No goal directed or structured activity; no intentions in mind…Just simple play for the...
Columnists - Martin Shields
SNC Lavalin scandal continues to escalate
This past week, Jane Philpott and Jody Wilson-Raybould were removed from Liberal caucus. This is yet another escalation in the SNC Lavalin scandal that has...
Columnists - Steve King
Lions Foundation of Canada (LFOC)
What are you doing on Saturday May 11th? If nothing comes to mind, let me invite you to join us for the 1st Annual Chestermere Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides...
Columnists - Steve King
Why do dogs roll in foul smells?
So you’ve just collected your dog from the groomer and, being a nice day, decide to take your dog to the local off-leash park. Within seconds you spot...
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