Parade may be over, but show homes remain open

Still a chance to view houses you may have missed

Although the 2017 Spring Parade of Homes ended Sunday, you still have plenty of opportunity to revisit those fantastic show homes that you saw during the three weeks of the parade. The weather was outstanding this year and Manitobans responded well . . .

Posted: 2017-04-01

Look at this photograph

Thousands of memories preserved for quiet reflection

Did I ever mention that Mad Dog Vachon and I were once a couple? I present picture proof of that fascinating concept here today, with a notation in Mad Dog’s handwriting describing us as "cuties" — which we definitely were. Yes, . . .

Posted: 2017-04-01

Use your illusion

This two-tiered deck conceals an awkward height differential

The last deck build of the season in 2015 got me back in touch with one of my oldest and dearest school chums. It made me realize how quickly time passes by and how easy it is to lose touch. Paul . . .

Posted: 2017-04-01

Eavestroughs key to water management

Question: I enjoy reading your Free Press columns and I read your recent article about water infiltration in chimneys. It got me to thinking about a situation at our church. Water lies on a sidewalk and up against an exterior . . .

Posted: 2017-04-01

Scorch marks likely here to stay

QUESTION: Please tell me how to remove the heat scorch left on the top edge of my oven door left after heat-cleaning the oven. I’ve tried baking soda, very light scrubbing with S.O.S pads, bleach and more with no results. — . . .

Posted: 2017-04-01

Home and garden show springs forth

Celebrities and local experts will help get your landscape in shape

With warm temperatures heralding the arrival of spring, another harbinger of spring is upon us: the 43rd annual Winnipeg Home & Garden Show. And as is the case every year, it will be loaded with star power, says show manager Jenn . . .

Posted: 2017-04-01

Protect your home from winter runoff

It’s the time of year homeowners view with mixed emotions. On the one hand, spring is a joyous time because five to six months of snow is finally starting to disappear. At the same time, that spring melt can engender panic . . .

Posted: 2017-04-01

Look at this photograph

Thousands of memories preserved for quiet reflection

Did I ever mention that Mad Dog Vachon and I were once a couple? I present picture proof of that fascinating concept here today, with a notation in Mad Dog’s handwriting describing us as "cuties" — which we definitely were. Yes, . . .

Posted: 2017-04-01

SOLD & OFFERED

A look at recently sold homes in and around Winnipeg

St. Vital ADDRESS: 93 St. Michael Rd. ASKING PRICE: $419, 900 SOLD PRICE: $420, 000 TAXES: Not yet assessed SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 343 BEDROOMS: 3 BATHROOMS: 2 LOT SIZE: 40 x 120 LISTING AGENT: Alison O’Toole, Century 21 Bachman & Associates, 204-223-0678     178 Holly Dr. Oakbank ADDRESS: 178 Holly Dr. ASKING PRICE: . . .

Posted: 2017-04-01

In the life of a Garden Centre

Preparing for spring

March can be a test to a garden centre. Centres are preparing for the upcoming season; multiple departments within their greenhouse business needing attention and detail. "Busy", yes! March is the start of the gardening season where preparation is vital. . . .

Posted: 2017-03-30