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Minter: Get a potted tree for Christmas, plant it for the new year

Minter: Get a potted tree for Christmas, plant it for the new year

There are still many folks who love to have a potted, living Christmas tree each year – one that they can plant out in their garden to enjoy for many years to come, writes Brian Minter.
Ask Ellie: Woman's interest in girl makes mom uncomfortable

Ask Ellie: Woman's interest in girl makes mom uncomfortable

Question: How do I get this woman to back off from my daughter? It’s getting very uncomfortable
What's the key to living large in a small space?

What's the key to living large in a small space?

Residents looking to embrace tiny living should have a 'start fresh mentality,' say small space experts.
Photos: Outreach worker connects with the Tri-Cities’ homeless, one candy bar at a time

Photos: Outreach worker connects with the Tri-Cities’ homeless, one candy bar at a time

Port Coquitlam-based Hope For Freedom Society has three outreach workers delivering little necessities and open hearts to greater numbers of homeless
Hey, Colleague: What can I do to better manage my time when it comes to work, family?

Hey, Colleague: What can I do to better manage my time when it comes to work, family?

Give your brain a boost with routine exercise.
Ask Ellie: Talk to friend about her verbally abusive husband

Ask Ellie: Talk to friend about her verbally abusive husband

No abuse should be tolerated or accepted, period
Elden Ring, Qatar and the Oscar slap — what Canadians Googled in 2022

Elden Ring, Qatar and the Oscar slap — what Canadians Googled in 2022

The year in Google search trends in Canada: from war in Ukraine to World Cup to Wordle.
Calculator: How to determine what to tip in Canada

Calculator: How to determine what to tip in Canada

Looking for help calculating tips? The tip should depend on the quality of the service or goods you received.
Ask Ellie: Don't accuse grandkid of stealing without proof

Ask Ellie: Don't accuse grandkid of stealing without proof

If you accuse her and you’re wrong, she’ll be very hurt and you could do serious damage to your relationship
Ask Ellie: Stay out of husband's dealings with ex-wife, son

Ask Ellie: Stay out of husband's dealings with ex-wife, son

Stay closely connected online with your husband during this “family” matter, and carefully research any financial and legal obligations presented to him