August is summer prime-time. We try to get in our BBQ’s, our time at the lake, or finally get around to that garden project. Summer can last even longer when...
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Columnists - Preston Pouteaux
Stretching Out Summer in the Neighbourhood
Columnists - Marilyn King
Finn’s Week
Saturday: By 10 o’clock I’d been to two off leash dog parks. I’d stopped to have my photograph taken a couple of times, once by a big green fluffy dog and...
Columnists - Michelle Eldjarnson
A change of lighting is a simple way to make your home look fresh and bright
Are you looking to upgrade the lighting in your home but don’t know where to begin? Lighting may seem like a small aspect of a room, but when chosen correctly...
Columnists - Nick Jeffrey
Hi Joe, Bai Jiu
Boozers seem to love their puns and word games. The Mandarin speakers in the audience will recognize the words Ba Jiu as translating to August 9th in English...
Columnists - Preston Pouteaux
A History of Getting Along with Your Neighbour
From the very beginning when humans lived near one another, they have had to contend with the ups and downs of being neighbourly. The most ancient written...
Columnists - Leela Aheer
MLA update August 1st
This weekend we will be attending the Chestermere Made Outdoor Festival; where foodies and artisans come together to feed your tummy and your souls. The...
Columnists - Preston Pouteaux
Dr. Preston Pouteaux
Author Brant Hansen says, “In this culture, if you live a restful life, you’ll freak people out.” He says that his neighbours must look at him oddly when they...
Columnists - Marilyn King
“Jobs with Dogs”
I recently asked a young lady in Grade 4 what she would like to do when she grew up. “I’m going to work with animals,” she said confidently. “What will you do...
Columnists - Nick Jeffrey
National Scotch Day
It is getting harder every year to keep up with all the celebrations for the official day of celebration for every conceivable type of hooch. Even if we ignore...
Columnists - Leela Aheer
Some Covid Updates
Hello Chestermere-Strathmore. This week’s article will be based on an article written by my friend Kyle Olsen who has explained the misinformation posted...
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