In some ways, the just completed Grand Slam of Curling (GSOC) event, which occurred at the Southeast Event Centre this past week, took many local residents by surprise.
Ahh January… the month of new beginnings, a fresh slate, a sigh of exhale after the busy Christmas season. To me, January signifies the opportunity to begin anew.
One of the most significant challenges that Manitoba, and other parts of Canada face, is an addictions crisis.
Happy New Year everyone! I hope you all had a lovely holiday season filled with plenty of delicious food, relaxing, and time spent with loved ones.
Let’s be clear. Almost nobody in Manitoba actually expects the NDP government to meet any of the financial targets that it sets for itself every year.
Remembering the good parts of the past year is important for all of us. It helps us to put our disappointments, anxieties, and failures into perspective.
When we get a little older, we often, ask people to repeat whatever it is that has been said. I suppose we do that because we want to be sure we understood it correctly.
The local weather outside may be icy, blustery and cold, causing folks to be careful when out and about but the temperature inside Village Books & Gifts is warm and inviting.
On Sunday morning I had planned to send to a number of my friends in the Jewish community a text message wishing them a happy Hanukkah as it was the first day of the celebration.
We are in the gift-giving season and Mennonite Heritage Village has a great idea, either for yourself or for a family member.