Fungus in leaves can eventually kill trees

In September, I wrote about problems with anthracnose disease in ash trees in southern Manitoba. As with many tree diseases, the conditions that allow it to infect and damage trees increase each year. This disease continues to kill leaves, twigs . . .

Posted: 2012-06-23

Creative concept

La Salle's Prairie Place offers solid designs with affordable prices

It’s something young families covet: a move-up home with more space and creature comforts.However, many families simply can’t make that move due to a critical issue – many so-called "move-up" homes fall just outside what they can comfortably afford to . . .

Posted: 2016-04-09

The Gates to the past are wide open

Iconic dining and banquet spot once a rustic rural retreat

Did you know that long before the gorgeous Gates on Roblin was a fab dining destination, it was a beautiful Dutch Colonial house built in 1936? It was actually presented as a retirement gift to Fred Pugh, a longtime researcher for . . .

Posted: 2021-05-01

RENOVATIONS: Holy hospitality

Former nunnery to be converted into a B&B

A Manitoba landmark built a century ago is in the process of being renovated into a unique bed and breakfast with a hallowed past. The former Grey Nuns convent located on a beautiful oxbow of the Assiniboine River will be open . . .

Posted: 2014-04-26

Charm and class in Grande Pointe Meadows

Country style meets modern needs

There are times when a home builder draws you in with a design theme on a show home’s exterior — and then, for some inexplicable reason, doesn’t carry it inside. In the case of 408 Grande Pointe Meadows Blvd. — . . .

Posted: 2023-06-10

Peaceful and picturesque

Norwood Flats two-storey a perfect home for a young family

While there are many special neighbourhoods in Winnipeg, there are some areas that really stand out. Norwood Flats fits that bill with its enchanting enclave of homes sprinkled through bays that run off picturesque Lyndale Drive. One of those bays, Larchwood Place, . . .

Posted: 2018-09-29

All about that bird

Everything you need to know about Manitoba's lone hummingbird species

In fall, the backyard garden is all aflutter as birds stock up on nutrition to fuel their long migratory flights. Some species, such as the hummingbird, have already vacated their normal summer haunts for warmer climes. The Ruby-throated hummingbird, an exquisitely . . .

Posted: 2018-10-13

There's nothing like it on the market

New home in established neighbourhood with river view

WHILE everyone loves the mature surroundings that come with established neighbourhoods, there's a downside to buying in such areas. That downside? The home could be 50 to 100 years old, requiring extensive renovations to bring it up to modern, liveable standards . . .

Posted: 2012-09-08

RENOVATIONS: Touch wood

Hand-crafted pieces add pizzazz to your space

According to a secret source known only as Deep Cyberthroat, the highest price paid for a Stradivarius violin was more than $15 million in 2011. The source also revealed a rocking chair made by Sam Maloof, a graphic-artist-turned-woodworker, sold . . .

Posted: 2013-11-30

Far from a rush job

Artista design team took time to maximize stellar setting

It isn't often it takes two years to build a home -- unless you're intent on building a masterpiece."It actually took one year to plan and design the home and then another year to build it, " said Artista Homes' . . .

Posted: 2013-10-19