Take the chill out of winter with a safe backyard skating rink
January 11, 2011
By Gillian Birch (NC)—As we start to sense the winter freeze, some homeowners are heating up plans for backyard skating rinks. These rinks are neighbourhood fixtures for kids to team up for a game of hockey or to step on the ice for the first time. Despite the magical moments that an ice rink may bring, skating ... Read More
The Inventor Next Door
November 13, 2009
Text by Jonathan Thiessen Just outside Blumenort along the #12 Highway lays Blue Ridge Enterprises. A small but growing business, Blue Ridge Enterprises has developed a solid reputation for providing a variety of services to the local area. Besides steel sales and repair, they offer custom fabrication and ornamental ironworks while also manufacturing a farm medication ... Read More
Before You Purchase a Computer
August 11, 2009
Text by Reena Nerbas Points to Consider Before Purchasing a Computer Buying a new computer can be confusing, especially when the terminology seems like somewhat of a foreign language. Computers are a big investment; therefore ensure that you get the best bang for your buck. The following are points to consider before making a purchase: What purpose do ... Read More
Fitness, it’s easier than you think!
March 17, 2009
Text by Ann Rempel Simply put fitness means being able to get through your day without undue fatigue and still have enough energy left to enjoy leisure activities. We can all get more fit by making active living part of our daily lives whether it’s at home, work, school or play. Ideally the experts would like ... Read More
Snow Mobile Lovers Curl Up To Their Arctic Cats!
January 17, 2009
Text by Lesley Baker There is nothing like a fast ride on a sled through the trails on a crisp winter day. Snowmobile lovers have sledding coursing through their veins and come alive with the first snowfall. What are snow mobile lovers riding these days? Arctic Cats! Arctic Cats are one of the top of the line ... Read More
How Safe Is Your Computer?
November 11, 2008
Text by Reena Nerbas Computer hackers are a sneaky group armed with a variety of ways to observe Internet surfing habits, trick you into spending money and wreck your entire hard drive. The time has come to fight back! There are four main problems that computer users generally come across on a daily basis. Spy ware: Software ... Read More
Basic Boat Maintenance
August 20, 2008
Text By Blair Korchinski If you are like most boat owners, your boat represents a substantial investment. This means you not only want to protect that investment, but you want as much trouble free service from your boat as possible. As with most things, some basic maintenance will ensure that you get the maximum enjoyment and ... Read More
Cell Phones – Clarity Around the World
August 7, 2008
Text by Reena Nerbas GSM or Global System for Mobile Communications is a new wireless service. With over 1 billion subscribers, this is the most popular form of digital wireless technology in the world today, representing more than 75% of all wireless customers. What makes GSM so exciting? GSM cell phone users are able to stay ... Read More
Mask appeal
January 12, 2008
(NC)—Hockey masks have come a long way from mere protection gear—and now one hockey fan can become a part of its history When Jacques Plante became the first professional hockey player to wear a goaltender's mask during the 1959-1960 season, he probably didn't know he was changing the face of hockey forever. Nowadays, the plain white ... Read More
