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by Jennifer Hornsby, Island Pedicure - When people think of nail services, they envision pleasurable manicures, pedicures and nail enhancements that produce strong gorgeous nails in your local salon! Natural nails are the hard protective plate located at the end of the finger or toe. They protect the tips of the fingers and toes, and [...]

by John Kernaghan -  News, changes, updates, launches? Email noteworthyseaside@gmail.com.   BEACON BOOKS' WHODUNIT SPEAKS VOLUMES There's mystery books and then there's the mystery of the books – namely the 10,000-plus Beacon Books collection. The volumes, so many owner Christine Tanner couldn't pin an exact number on them, are headed over sea and mountains to

by Steve Sakiyama -  In the Peanuts cartoon, Snoopy would sit on his doghouse roof and start a novel with this phrase, written initially by Edward Bulwer-Lytton in the 1800s. Edward also authored the phrase: "The pen is mightier than the sword." Wise words, but I always thought this was stating the obvious, given that

by Sheila Henn, CPA, CA | Chartered Professional Accountant, SC Henn CPA -  Housing is playing a key role in the changes for taxes for this coming year. With the high interest rates and inflation, circumstances for people alter and it is best to be informed prior to any large decision. Whether looking to buy,

by Jo Barnes | photos by Kathryn Alvarez Photography -  Upon arrival at the farm, I had to pause while my boots were sprayed to disinfect them. This would minimize the chance of any disease, pests or weeds being transferred to the farm grounds. This was my introduction to a farm where accountability was of

by Allison Smith -  Following the "in-between" month of January, February is often seen as the time to get back to our regular routines, whether that be through exercise (see Sue's First Word pg 8), eating a bit more healthily now that the holiday treats are gone, or trying to get our sleep schedules back

by Sue Hodgson -  It's a New Year and why not have a PJ photoshoot! As you'll have seen over the past couple of years, we partner with local clothing stores for our monthly First and Last Word photos. It's a great opportunity to showcase the variety of beautiful clothing available on the Saanich Peninsula.

by John Kernaghan -  News, changes, updates, launches? Email noteworthyseaside@gmail.com.   THE GIVING NEVER ENDS It's not a good sign when you walk into a law-enforcement office and a staffer remarks they've just seen your mug shot. But at the Sidney RCMP detachment, see, I was on their radar due to a Facebook post looking