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POLITICS: NDP party…failure to launch. Likely doomed to nothinghood again.

Looks like the federal NDP will never learn. The NDP has not learned how to read the electorate. Sadly, most voters have biases. Though they will never admit it or acknowledge personal biases, every voter has them. Every person has … Continue reading

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PICKERING: ATTN students looking to complete their “hours’

Attention STUDENTS: …..   for your consideration You can complete your ‘hours’ of commitment doing something that is fulfilling, meaningful and satisfying to your feelings of civic responsibility. Consider participation in the activity below and apply it to your high school … Continue reading

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POLITICS: Our politicians seem to work very hard at doing nothing…it’s not quite true.

Heather Scoffield, Toronto Star reporter, has published an excellent article regarding the disparity between the rich and the poor in Canada. [Access Scofield article -> SOLITUDES ] [Update: Some times they do something constructive: TAXBENEFIT] The essence of Scofield’s article is … Continue reading

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POLITICS (USA): America has turned on its friends

Trump’s abandonment of his country’s allies is real and will endure Winston Churchill is credited with saying that America does the right thing after exhausting the alternatives. Donald Trump has turned that aphorism on its head. In the couple of … Continue reading

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POLITICS: An international consideration, China sails in

In America, NO KINGS As President Trump escalates his attempts to control Americans, it is on the people to show that they will fight to protect one another and their country. If he believes Americans will roll over and allow … Continue reading

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IN MEMORY: ___FERMO___

 

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FERMO’s DESK: new puppy coming

Our beloved Fermo passed away in March. Our home has an emptiness now. That emptiness will be changed with a new puppy this spring. A mini Schnauser, with no name yet. We chose a different breed than a Scottie because … Continue reading

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EDITORIAL: Pickering launches E-Scooter pilot program…UPDATED April, 2026

  The City of Pickering launched its ill considered E-scooter Pilot project about a year ago, 2025 and you don’t hear much about it. Most likely the physical injuries relating to e-scooters have increased alarmingly as predicted here, but nothing … Continue reading

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HEALTH: Insomnia can lead to depression

Insomnia and Depression: A Simplified Summary [Link to full article -> INSOMNIA] 1. The Connection – Insomnia (trouble sleeping) and depression are closely linked. – Each condition can cause or worsen the other. – Poor sleep can affect mood, thinking, … Continue reading

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HEALTH: Fall prevention, especially for SENIORS

Fall Prevention Exercises Source: Ian McClymont Age related Falls are becoming an epidemic Fall-Related Deaths in Older Adults Fall Prevention Exercises The number of fall-related deaths of older adults has risen at an alarming rate over the last 20 years. … Continue reading

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HEALTH n AGING: 7 SIMPLE WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR MEMORY

7 Simple Ways to Improve Your Memory By Rachel Gresh  Source: betterreport.com/how-to-improve-memory In our fast-paced world, there are endless things to remember, and much to our frustration, it often feels impossible to keep everything in order. Car keys and glasses … Continue reading

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HEALTH: Talk to a doctor online

Can’t get a doctor live? OK, talk to one virtually, online. _________________ Your Doctors Online  What it is Your Doctors Online is an online doctor service (virtual clinic). You use your phone or computer to talk to a doctor instead … Continue reading

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