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

CONNIE OLIVER: Easy techniques for creating a focal point

Got ilk? If you're renting, this column might be of particular interest because these ideas are not permanent and can be easily incorporated into a rental unit. The majority of rental apartments are lacking in architectural detail, so creating focus is even . . .

Posted: 2012-06-23

ASK THE INSPECTOR: Shadows in walls reveal smoke particles

QUESTION: I have noticed in my mother's house I can see shadows of the wall studs, but only on the exterior walls. The house is a 1, 000-square-foot bungalow built in 1955. You see dark shadows where the wall studs . . .

Posted: 2012-06-23

GARDENING: Going to pot

How to maintain a container garden

Flowers in bloom appeal to most everyone; however, the many physical tasks involved in maintaining flower beds can be enough to deter some from the pleasures of gardening. Container gardening, though, whether it is on a large or small scale, . . .

Posted: 2012-06-23

SOLUTIONS: A thickening solution for your salsa dip

QUESTION: I made a delicious pot of salsa, but after scooping it up with taco chips, I found it was too runny. What can I do to thicken the recipe for next time? Joshua (Stonewall, MB) ANSWER: Begin by dunking the . . .

Posted: 2012-06-23

MIKE HOLMES: Get yourself into hot water -- the right way

Summer's inching its way closer, folks. And this last weekend, I kept hearing one thing over and over again: I want a hot tub. Seems like everybody wants one this season. Most people like hot tubs. Some people love them -- . . .

Posted: 2012-06-23

An Olympic champion's special place

Kristina Groves exercises her esthetic sense creating her living room

Retired Calgary speedskater Kristina Groves is one of Canada's most successful international athletes. She's a four-time Olympic medallist and three-time 1, 500-metre World Cup champion. She is also a community advocate and has been for some time. For many years, she has . . .

Posted: 2012-06-23

Builders honour three industry stalwarts

The Manitoba Home Builders' Association recognized three long-time contributors with Honourary Life Memberships June 20. Rubin Diamond, Allan Hochman and Guy Hobman were feted by their peers in the residential construction industry for their service to the association. Mayor Sam Katz . . .

Posted: 2012-06-23

Sold & Offered: June 23-12

Lindenwoods Address: 28 Linden Terrace Way Asking Price: $449, 888 Sold Price: $500, 000 Taxes: $4, 999.81 Square Footage: 1, 786 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Lot Size: 53 X 108 Listing Agent: Tony Martone, Re/Max Professionals, 794-8494 Crescentwood Address: 549 Nathaniel St Asking Price: $179, 900 Sold Price: $225, 600 Taxes: $1, 938, 10 Square . . .

Posted: 2012-06-23

Bigger than it looks

Finished lower level bolsters bungalow's space

By today's super-sized standards, a 1, 393-sq.-ft. bungalow would be considered compact. However, when you add 909 feet of finished space downstairs, you get a home with 2, 302 sq. ft. of liveable space. Suddenly, the home -- in this case . . .

Posted: 2012-06-23