Lauren Walker
The Art of Business
I’ve worked with my mom for twenty years and the lessons I’ve learned in business serve my art career. Here are my top 5: 1. Never...
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Geoff Carpentier
- 3 days ago
- 3 min
It’s nesting time again!
Spring revitalizes everything, and life starts anew for billions of creatures every year. This annual cycle is critical for life to go...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- 3 days ago
- 2 min
Pedaling Along
Exercising, one of the simplest tasks to initiate, is often the most difficult to stick with. Over the years, I have tried several...
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Dan Cearns
- 4 days ago
- 2 min
Fireworks
As we head closer to the Summer season, I'm sure people are actively planning outdoor celebrations and parties. For anyone whose...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- 4 days ago
- 3 min
Todd McCarthy: Dealing with the Issues
I always look forward to interviewing politicians, especially if they are new to the political arena. This week, I had an opportunity to...
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Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
- May 19
- 2 min
The long goodbye by Tina Y. Gerber-McCurley
I was shopping in Walmart last month when I heard a friendly "Hello." It was my grade 7 teacher from R. H. Cornish Public School, Mr....
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Lauren Walker
- May 19
- 2 min
Movement for Life
It’s wonderful seeing the progress of our clients. Most of you who read my articles know my stance on active aging. The 60-plus...
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Tammy Adams
- May 19
- 2 min
Ageism and Seniors
TAMMY ADAMS AND SUSAN FISHER, Special to The Standard Ageism has been a growing problem in recent years, particularly among older adults....
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The Standard
- May 19
- 2 min
Pine Ridge Garden Club News
HELEN NICOLAOU, Special to The Standard SCUGOG: This week has inspired many a gardener to flock to the garden centres. A special weekend...
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The Standard
- May 19
- 2 min
The Generosity is Overwhelming
Last week, I was once again asked to participate in McDonald’s McHappy Day, and I have to tell you it was a fantastic time. The weather...
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Geoff Carpentier
- May 12
- 3 min
Those noisy sea creatures
I try to follow the news daily, even though it is often quite distressing. However, on some days, something interesting really catches my...
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Dan Cearns
- May 12
- 2 min
Second Round
This edition of my column has been a long time coming. Toronto Maple Leafs fans, we’ve seen first-round losses to Boston, Washington,...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- May 12
- 3 min
A Stone’s Throw
Like millions of people around the world, and probably a number of you as well, I tuned in to watch the abridged version of the...
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Lauren Walker
- May 5
- 2 min
Let's talk about Parkinson's
Mom and I have the pleasure of speaking to the Uxbridge Parkinson Group, on Thursday, May 4th, in Uxbridge, at 1 p.m. You're more than...
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Tina Y. Gerber McCurley
- May 5
- 2 min
Keeping healthy by Tina Y. Gerber-McCurley
It's important to support your mind, body and soul by making small adjustments to your daily routine. Introducing small changes can have...
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Lauren Walker
- Apr 28
- 2 min
The Artist Within
Let's celebrate! I have so much to be thankful for the last few months. I am so thrilled to be sharing my latest adventures! Port Perry...
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The Standard
- Apr 27
- 2 min
Pine Ridge Garden Club News
HELEN NICOLAOU, Special to the Standard Last week's temperatures in the mid 20's just happened to be what we all needed, as an early...
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Geoff Carpentier
- Apr 27
- 3 min
Another crappy column
Last time I spoke about poop and how animals use it to stay healthy, excrete waste, have a snack or mark territories. Let’s dig a bit...
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Jonathan van Bilsen
- Apr 27
- 2 min
A Rose By Any Other Name
I was glancing through some notes I made many years ago, when collecting stamps, and noticed a reference to Tanganyika, an African...
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Katie Hunter
- Apr 22
- 2 min
Spring is coming sooner than you think
"Katie’s Korner" KATIE HUNTER, Special to The Standard After a long winter, sunshine and warming weather are a welcome change. To help...
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