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  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Holiday Snack Recipe

      By Reena Nerbas Candle Wax on Carpet Dear Reena, Purple candle wax dripped onto my beige synthetic fiber carpet which has a low nap. What should I do? I have scraped off as much of the wax as I can and await your suggestion as to further treatment. Thank you, Irene Dear Irene, What…

  • Consultation to Focus on Safety for People with Developmental Disabilities

      A team of disabilities community representatives will guide consultation about safety standards for people supported by the Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) program. “We worked with stakeholders to ensure this engagement about the safety of PDD-funded individuals is meaningful, effective and inclusive. With support and guidance from the consultation team, we are seeking input…

  • Think Before You Flush

    Think Before You Flush

    PRODUCTS THAT ARE BAD FOR YOUR SEWER PIPES: Flushed dental floss can get wrapped around the backflow valve in the sanitary sewer pipe resulting in raw sewage backing up into your home. “Flushable” baby wipes, cleaning wipes, disposable diapers and cotton swabs can quickly clog up a sewer pipe. Cooking fats, oils and grease will clog…

  • Alberta REALTORS® Committed to Work on Complex Issue of Property Measurements

    Alberta REALTORS® Committed to Work on Complex Issue of Property Measurements

      Calgary AB – The Alberta Real Estate Association (AREA) is aware of an article in the November 30th issue of the Edmonton Journal speaking to fines levied by the Real Estate Council of Alberta (RECA) for misrepresenting the size of condominiums in real estate listings, and is taking steps, along with its ten member…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Healthy Snack

      By Reena Nerbas Cactus Fertilizer Dear Reena, Can you please send me an old remedy to fertilize a cactus? Betty Dear Betty, Cacti are hardy plants that require low nutrient care. ‘Homemade Cacti Fertilizer’ is as easy as combining 1 tbsp. Epsom salt and one gallon water. Misting plants with a spray bottle rather…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Potato Chips to Peanut Butter

      By Reena Nerbas Keeping Potato Chips Fresh Dear Reena, I like to purchase large bags of potato chips when they are on sale. Unfortunately because of the diet that I am on, I can only eat a few chips at a time. Do you know any tips for keeping chips fresher, longer? Thanks Earl…

  • Millarville Horticulture Club: Guest Speakers to Warm up the Winter

    Millarville Horticulture Club: Guest Speakers to Warm up the Winter

    Every second Tuesday of the month (Sept to May) at 7:30pm a speaker is arranged to talk and share their knowledge with the club. We meet at the Millarville church house. December 8th we will be making winter planters with Paul Rishaug. We need to have numbers by the December 1st. There will be a…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Pizza

    Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Pizza

      By Reena Nerbas Squirrels Under the Hood Dear Reena, I have squirrels in my carport that are eating the car’s wiring. Can you suggest a remedy (that’s safe for the squirrels)? The one suggestion I’ve gotten is to spray the motor with diluted hot sauce. Monica Dear Monica, Many people have spent thousands of dollars on…

  • Being Prepared for Winter

    Being Prepared for Winter

      Winter weather conditions in Canada can quickly become dangerous, often with little or no warning. Winter storms and excessive cold claim over 100 lives each year in this country – that is more than the combined number of deaths caused by hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, extreme heat and lightning each year. Environment Canada issues a variety…

  • Raise your Glass to the Farmer you Don’t Know

    Raise your Glass to the Farmer you Don’t Know

    They are part of the reason you spend a smaller percentage of your income on food than your grandparents By Brady Deaton, Professor Department of Food, Ag. and Resource Economics University of Guelph GUELPH, Ont./ Troy Media/ – When Americans sit down for Thanksgiving dinner this month, just like Canadians did last month, most of them…

  • Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: A Question of Mold

      By Reena Nerbas Mold in Guest House Dear Reena, I own an insulated, waterproof, free standing building and use it as a guest room. It has an electric fireplace and an air conditioner. We did not use it this year, and recently I noticed green mold on everything even metal items. Last fall I put a wicker table and…

  • Debunking Myths and Redefining Beer

    Debunking Myths and Redefining Beer

    We all want to live a well-balanced lifestyle – but wading through the noise around healthy living can be exhausting. We’re programmed to believe that kale is good and beer is bad, but is that really the case? Abbey Sharp, registered dietitian and nutritionist, is an avid believer that by taking a balanced approach, you…

  • Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week focuses on safety

    Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week focuses on safety

    Albertans are encouraged to install and test their carbon monoxide alarms during Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week (Nov. 1-7). Carbon monoxide is often referred to as a silent killer. It’s an odourless, colourless and toxic gas, and in an enclosed space, such as a home or garage, even a small amount can cause serious illness or…

  • High River Yard Waste Drop-off Station to Close Nov. 30

    High River Yard Waste Drop-off Station to Close Nov. 30

      HIGH RIVER, AB: Town Operations crews will be closing the current Town of High River yard waste drop-off station located south of the former sprung structures on 1 Street S.E. in order to clear the area for new developments. The station where residents were able to take grass, leaves, branches and other yard waste…

  • Oilfields Student Sell Cookie Dough as Fundraiser

    Oilfields Student Sell Cookie Dough as Fundraiser

      The OHS Travel Club are doing a Cookie Dough Telethon on Monday, November 9th. If there is anyone interested in purchasing cookie dough, please let one of the travel club students know or the front office so we can send that information along. There is a variety of different flavors and there are sugar free,…