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Bonnyville Seniors Lodge to be Modernized and Expanded

More Bonnyville and area seniors will have a place to call home as the final expansion of the Bonnylodge gets the green light. Construction is expected to start this summer to replace units built in 1958. There will be 46 new units and the kitchen and core services area will undergo a major renovation. Once…
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Province Acts to Support and Protect Wood Buffalo Residents as They Rebuild

Amendments to regulations under the New Home Buyer Protection Act and the Safety Codes Act will support and protect Wood Buffalo residents as they rebuild their homes. In May, more than 1,900 residential units were destroyed by devastating wildfires in the Wood Buffalo region. As residents return home and look for companies to help them…
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Men are Running the Barbecue This Season, But Study Shows Women Doubt Their Skills

76 per cent of men are primary grillers in the household but only 39 per cent of women think their partner is skilled at grilling TORONTO, June, 2016 /CNW/ – When warm weather hits, Canadians can’t wait to heat up their barbecues. According to a new survey commissioned by M&M Food Market and conducted on the Angus…
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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Cleaning Jets in a Jetted Tub
By Reena Nerbas Cleaning Showers, Jetted Tubs and Restoring Colour to Towels Dear Reena, Today I have both, a tip and two questions. My tip: When cleaning your tub or shower, spray it with your cleaner and wipe it down while wearing a pair of dollar store exfoliating gloves. These gloves are inexpensive, reusable, have just enough…
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Sheppard Family Park Hosts Second Annual Garden Contest for Kids

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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Better Coffee
By Reena Nerbas Zucchini Bread Dear Reena, I make my own zucchini bread and I have one question. Is it important to drain the zucchini before adding it to the batter? Thanks Jess Dear Jess, For moist and delicious zucchini bread it is not necessary to drain excess liquid before adding zucchini to the batter;…
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Province Funds Supportive Housing in Calgary

The Alberta government is investing $4 million for permanent supportive housing for Albertans with disabilities. Construction is expected to begin this summer on the site of Accessible Housing’s Fourth Dimension Group Home. Once complete, the new building will offer 45 units of barrier-free accessible housing with 24-hour, on-site supports for individuals with disabilities or limited…
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FortisAlberta Underground Cable Improvements Scheduled Throughout the Summer

HIGH RIVER, AB: Starting this summer until October 2016, FortisAlberta will be improving their underground cable networks in S.W. High River in order to improve electricity service to customers. More than 16,600 metres of underground power line will be rejuvenated by injecting it with silicone in order to extend its life by another 40 years.…
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Alberta Jobs Plan Supports Growth in Value-Added Agri-Food Industry, Economic Diversification

The government is investing to expand its food-processing and business-development facility that helps create products and supports new business ventures and create job opportunities. “Alberta’s primary agricultural producers grow some of the highest-quality products in the world and our food-processing industry has tremendous potential for growth, complementing our thriving agriculture industry. That’s why we are…
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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Healthy Roses
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AHS Weekly Wellness News: Window and Balcony Safety

How to protect your children The warm summer breeze is not the only thing an open window invites into your home. Unchecked, that same window can invite unnecessary risks. Open windows and balcony doors are potentially dangerous to curious children. As summer temperatures go up, Alberta Health Services (AHS) EMS and Emergency Departments report an…
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Curb Appeal

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Solutions & Substitutions by Reena: Dealing with Sticky Messes
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High River Moves to Water Conservation Level 2

HIGH RIVER, AB: Starting Monday, June 6 the Town of High River will move to Water Conservation Level 2. This means that watering of lawns is restricted to specific days and times. During Water Conservation Level 2, watering of lawns is only permitted between 5-10 a.m. and 7-11 p.m. on specific days for each area…
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Housing Supply Swells in Cool Spring Market

City of Calgary, June 2016 – Calgary’s housing inventory was on the rise once again in May as new listings climbed and sales slowed to 1,923 units. “While recent oil price gains may have some feeling optimistic, weakness in the labour market continues to impact housing demand,” said CREB® chief economist Ann-Marie Lurie. “Job losses are…

