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Government of Canada Announces Changes to the Food and Drug Regulations to Permit the Irradiation of Ground Beef

New Regulations will give industry another tool to enhance food safety February 22, 2017 – Ottawa – Health Canada The Government of Canada recognizes that a safe food supply is a major contributing factor to the health of Canadians. As part of the Government of Canada’s commitment to promoting healthy and safe food for Canadians,…

February 28, 2017
High River Yard Waste Drop-off Station to Close by the End of February

HIGH RIVER, AB: The Wallaceville drop-off station for grass, leaves, branches and other yard waste will close by Tuesday, February 28. Crews will begin dismantling the bins for removal during the week of Feb. 21 – 24 and drop-offs will not be accepted during this time. Wallaceville was purchased by the Government of Alberta as…

February 25, 2017
Solutions & Substitutions Pillow Edition

By Reena Nerbas Dear Reena, I have 40-year-old feather pillows my mom made. Can they still be used? Phyllis Dear Phyllis, Consider opening the seams and inspecting the feathers to make sure that they have not disintegrated. If the feathers are not black, the pillow should be fine after a good cleaning. Wash the pillows…

February 24, 2017
Healthy Hints from Pharmasave: The Good News About “Bad Foods”

Some foods get a bad rap for no good reason. Take chocolate, beef, and cheese, for example – we call them naughty nibbles and blame them for our high cholesterol, heart problems, and widening waistlines. But are they really so bad for us? Toronto-based dietitian Zannat Reza gives the lowdown on 5 so-called bad…

February 23, 2017
Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Save on Produce

By Reena Nerbas Scorched Carpet Dear Reena, My ironing board broke and so I started ironing my clothes on the carpet. It wasn’t ideal but things were going well until I noticed that I scorched the top of my carpet. Help! Is my carpet ruined? I tried to wash it, but that did not help.…

February 17, 2017
Healthy Hints from Pharmasave: Beverages with Buzz – the Bottom Line

Top-tier athletes, weekend warriors, and clubgoers love their sports and energy drinks – but are they really getting a boost? Seattle-based dietitian Lola O’Rourke says so-called “functional” drinks that promise increased endurance and mental clarity in a bottle are often full of hype – and may even harm, not help, you. Here, O’Rourke provides the…

February 16, 2017
Landscaping Grant Available from Millarville Horticultural Club

Millarville Horticultural Club has a landscaping grant available to non profit organizations in the MD of Foothills, west of the 5 meridian and north of highway 540. The maximum grant available is $750. This could be used for hard landscaping, permanent plant materials and/or installation costs. If you are interested in applying for this program…

February 14, 2017
Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Homemade Croutons

By Reena Nerbas Dull Stainless Steel Pots Dear Reena, I can’t seem to bring that shine back to my stainless steel pots. Even though I scrub them, the bottom has a cover on it that only seems clean when wet not dry. Bonnie Hi Bonnie, Here are a few tricks to brighten a stainless steel…

February 10, 2017
Healthy Hints from Pharmasave: Your Best Home Workout Moves

Home workouts have come a long way from the days of pumping iron in a dank basement corner, or keeping up with the cast of the “20-Minute Workout.” The market is full of fitness equipment, clothing, and DVDs to help you achieve a fitter, slimmer body – in the comfort of your own home. Consider…

February 9, 2017
Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Yummy Teriyaki Sauce

By Reena Nerbas Toilet Bowl Stains Hi Reena, I have a brown stain in my toilet bowl and I’ve tried all kinds of different solutions and even a pumice stone; I drained the toilet as best as I could and poured bleach in it. I actually bought a new toilet but I still have a…

February 3, 2017
Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Swimsuit Mildew Smell

By Reena Nerbas Mildew Smell on Swimsuit Dear Reena, I read your column on a regular basis and love your solutions. Now I need some help, I packed a wet bathing suit coming home from a Hawaiian vacation a couple of winters ago, and even though I unpacked it and washed it right away, it has…

February 3, 2017
Healthy Hints from Pharmasave: Home Gym on a Shoestring

You don’t need to break the bank to break a sweat. You also don’t need a gym membership to burn fat, slim down and get fit. If you are on a budget, follow these simple steps for an effective workout at home. Cardiovascular activity Cardio exercises help you lose weight, decrease stress, strengthen your heart…

February 2, 2017
Okotoks Green Cart Collection

All single-family homes in Okotoks have green carts for organics curbside collection. All food, pet and yard waste are accepted in the green cart for weekly collection (bi-weekly November to April). A friendly reminder that your green (organics) carts will now be picked up bi-weekly from November through to the end of April! Please note that your blue (recycling) and black (garbage)…

January 28, 2017
Solutions & Substitutions By Reena: Removing Iron-On Clothing Labels

By Reena Nerbas Used Razor Dear Reena, I shave my legs three times a week with a pull type razor. How long should I use it before tossing it into the garbage? Jessica Dear Jessica, If you ask ten different people, you will receive ten different answers. Some people recommend that disposable razors are fine…

January 27, 2017
Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Laundry Detergent

By Reena Nerbas Sparkling Stainless Steel Dear Reena, How can I brighten stainless steel cutlery to bring back the sparkle? Thanks, Sharon Dear Sharon, In commercial settings; it is very common to toss cutlery into a sink of plain old white vinegar, let soak and polish with a cloth. Or cut a potato in half…

January 20, 2017