I am a Luddite living in a digital/technological world. Just when I feel I have figured out how to use some apparatus, it changes. It seems like weekly, in a state of frustration, I want to smash either my laptop, iPad, phone or remote control. When I calm down, I call my go-to computer guy for help. It has gotten...
Children’s museum opens its doors
It took two tries, but the ribbon was cut on June 28 to open the Nutrien Wonderhub children’s museum. The cool apparatus used for the ribbon cutting wasn’t quite positioned properly for Mayor Charlie Clark and a small group of children to chop through the paper on their first attempt. It worked like a charm the second time. The opening...
We’re Back
From the ashes of the Saskatoon Express rises Your Saskatoon News. It’s a new name, with a slightly different emphasis, but most of the old gang is here Ned Powers, Ken Noskye, Shannon Boklaschuk, Elaine Hnatyshyn, Tammy Robert and Reena Nerbas are back on board. We were flattered that so many of our readers emailed, texted or took to social...
Natural solutions for going gray with style
Gray hair is a natural side effect of aging. The rate at which hair will turn to gray differs based on genetics and other factors. Some people may go gray seemingly overnight, while others may gray at the temples first before the rest of their hair gradually changes color. Aging women often wonder if they should cover up their gray...
Here’s how to get rid of silverfish
Hello Reena, Do you have a solution for getting rid of silverfish? Thank you in advance for your consideration and response. — Gilbert Dear Gilbert, Be sure to remove old stacks of newspapers, magazines, papers, books and fabrics, plus food spills and food stored for long periods of time. Often reducing available water and lowering the home’s relative humidity with...
Pat Lawson honoured for basketball success
Often recognized as one of Canada’s most versatile athletes, Saskatoon’s Pat Lawson has been inducted into the Canadian Basketball Hall of Fame. “Being inducted into the hall is a wonderful recognition and one I never thought would happen,” said Lawson in the wake of her triumph. “Basketball was the game I enjoyed the most. If I had a special gift,...
The First Excuse Is the Worst Excuse: Yes, You Really Do Have Time to Exercise
I don’t have time to exercise. How many times have you said that? Or heard someone else say it? It’s the number one excuse for not exercising. And I don’t buy it. Everyone has the same 24 hours in a day. We all have multiple commitments to other people, often including work. Even in retirement, there’s spending time with family,...
Creating Contrast
There are many paths you can take when decorating a room. It often starts with the furniture that you have on hand and walls that have been painted by the latest tenant or owner. When it’s time to put your personal stamp on your surroundings what direction is best followed to get that extra pizzazz, that fuller picture of a...
One week not enough for tour of Italy
La dolce vita: those three words sum up so well the picture that most people have of this wonderful country called Italy. It’s all about enjoying the good life – full of pleasure and indulgences. Italy offers something for everyone. It was a daunting task to plan a first trip to Italy for a week-long stay. I started my trip...
How to travel even if you have limited mobility
Many people dream of traveling the world in retirement. Such dreams come true every day. But many more retirees or people nearing retirement fear that their dreams of seeing the world won’t be possible due to mobility issues beyond their control. Thankfully, such fears are largely unwarranted. Various conditions can affect men and women’s mobility. Many such issues tend to...