Stories

by Shauna Dorko –  It is officially the month for lovers, and with Valentine’s Day nearing, our thoughts turn to romance and our sweethearts or even wanna-be sweethearts. Although February 14 is known around the world as “the day of love,” seniors may struggle with this special day for several reasons. Many seniors have lost […]

by Lara Gladych –  BUSINESS Calling All Techies Feed your curiosity! EduTech is happening in Sidney on February 15. The conference promotes and advances career awareness by bringing together the Peninsula Advanced Technology and Manufacturing Sectors, secondary students (9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and local community members (4 to 7 p.m.). Shoal Centre, 10030 Resthaven

by Chris Cowland –  To paraphrase the Eagles: “they can be heaven or they can be hell.” I have a couple of examples of each. My first car was a 1960 Morris Mini Van, designed by Sir Alec Issigonis. It sported a tiny 848cc motor which could propel this luxury go-kart to around 75mph/120kph. Sitting

by Tina Kelly –  Prevention is the best medicine. To prevent scurvy, take vitamin C. To avoid osteoporosis, experts recommend a combination of vitamin D, calcium and magnesium. Try vitamin B for stress and for excellent vision, take enough vitamin A. To prevent Nature Deficit Disorder, the prescribed vitamin is N. Nature Deficit Disorder first

by Deborah Rogers –  I like the idea of a strong healthy body that will allow me to keep active into old age, and the New Year always brings the desire to try to be a bit fitter. For this month’s “Day Out” I’m letting Panorama Recreation show me some of their new fitness classes